The Guestlist With Sean Cannon

Andrew WK talks about learning to embrace the entirety of the human experience, including the parts that don't necessarily feel good. Comedian Aparna Nancherla talks about diversity in the writers room and the importance of developing your own voice.

Andrew WK's mantra, "party hard," sounds simple. And maybe it is. And maybe it's simultaneously a rallying cry for embracing what we consider the binary existence of good and bad to transcend the usual definitions of those constructs. No, seriously. Just ask Andrew WK.

David Bowie always did it his way. In life — and in death.

Musician Damien Jurado discusses a spiritual awakening that took hold on a beach in Florida and how that affected his music. Actor Jesse Eisenberg talks about how it feels when your roles inhabit you — and not the other way around.

Yeah, Jesse Eisenberg does the big budget Hollywood acting thing. He's not just an actor, though. He's a playwright and an author — and not the same way most actors "try their hand at" writing. He can do it. And he needs to do it.

Five years ago, Damien Jurado began a musical journey that ultimately became a spiritual journey. It culminated in a trio of concept albums telling an outlandish story about a famous musician who becomes a conduit Jesus' return via space ship.

Josh Homme has his own radio show on Apple's Beats 1 these days, but this guest DJ session with Homme might just be the genesis of the Alligator Hour.

Dwight Yoakam started his career as a country music reject, touring with punk bands and feuding with Nashville. He ultimately became part of the establishment — only to find himself right back where he began all these years later, coloring outside the lines again. He talks about how it felt to recapture that early energy by working with Beck and what it was like to hear himself on the radio for the very first time.

You'll hear a live session from Bobby Bare Jr, and he'll tell you about the biggest mistake his famous father ever made. David Koechner of Anchorman fame emphasizes the importance of accruing wisdom for the sake of your family and breaks down his one year stint on Saturday Night Live.

We've got a live session from The Decemberists, and frontman Colin Meloy talks about how not quote enquote "making it" until he was a little older was a good thing. You'll also hear from Jon Glaser, star of the new show "Neon Joe Werewolf Hunter," as explains the ridiculous way he arrived at the show's equally ridiculous premise.

Neil Hamburger — comedian, musician, and star of the new film "Entertainment" — talks about life on the road, failure, and Ralph Kramden. You'll also hear a live set from Oklahoma indie rockers Broncho, as well as a conversation with frontman Ryan Lindsey about planning, performing, and mental health.

It's Thanksgiving week, so you should be less concerned with podcasts and about spending time with those Trump-loving aunts and uncles of yours. As such, we've got a Guestlist short this week. It's a quick guest DJ set from Henry Rollins.

Comedian and former Daily Show correspondent Wyatt Cenac talks about why he gets on stage as a stand-up — and why comedy matters. Olivia Jean discusses her history with Third Man Records, from her time with the Black Belles up to the release of her solo debut, "Bathtub Love Killings."

Clap Your Hands Say Yeah frontman Alec Ounsworth talks about how playing acoustic living room shows helped him feel more connected to folks than he had in years. You'll also hear indie wrestling superstar Colt Cabana talk about why you should give pro wrestling a shot. And he's pretty convincing.

Musician and producer Ethan Johns discusses the unique perspective he gained from growing up in the music industry and how it feels to experience studio magic. Meanwhile, Ira Glass gets down to brass tacks on whether he prefers Nicki or Gaga. Don't worry, though, he's a fan of both.