Everything is Alive
Everything is Alive is an unscripted interview show in which all the subjects are inanimate objects. In each episode, a different thing tells us its life story--and everything it says is true.
Fri, April 19, 2024
Louis, Can of Cola
Welcome, new listeners. We're glad you're here. We always tell people to start at the beginning, so here's our very first episode. If you like it, we recommend going back to the start of the feed and continuing from there. But it's up to you. Louis is a can of cola. He's been on the shelf a long time, so he's had some time to think. Featuring Louis Kornfeld. Our website is everythingisalive.com .
S6 E6 · Wed, November 29, 2023
The Animals: Deleted Scenes
A few moments that for one reason or another got cut from “The Animals,” but we love them anyway. You can find t-shirts for The Animals and Everything is Alive (and other things) right here . And… Radiotopia is in its 2023 Fundraiser right now. Donate now if you can to support weird shows like ours: https://on.prx.org/3Mndh3I
S6 E5 · Thu, November 23, 2023
The Animals: Hari, Butterfly
Hari is a butterfly, and he’s just trying to stay grounded. Featuring Hari Kondabolu. Hari’s Youtube comedy special is called “ Vacation Baby .” You can find more from him at his website , his Instagram , and his Twitter . You can find t-shirts for The Animals and Everything is Alive (and other things) right here . And… Radiotopia is in its 2023 Fundraiser right now. Donate now if you can to support weird shows like ours: https://on.prx.org/3Mndh3I
S6 E4 · Wed, November 08, 2023
The Animals: Steven, Beaver
Steven is a beaver, and he’s just trying to do his job. Featuring Connor Ratliff. Note to parents: This episode contains a frank discussion of the Tooth Fairy. If that is something you prefer your children not hear, please choose another episode. Radiotopia’s fall fundraiser is here! Donate today to support Everything is Alive. Thank you! https://on.prx.org/3Mndh3I
S6 E3 · Wed, October 25, 2023
The Animals: Harry, Flamingo
Harry is a flamingo. He may have been born at the zoo, but he can’t be contained. Featuring Vinny Thomas. You can find more from Vinny on Instagram and Twitter and a million other places too. Vinny’s audio was recorded at Western Sound’s North Fig Sound Studio in Los Angeles, California. The Animals is a special series presented by Everything is Alive .
S6 E2 · Wed, October 11, 2023
The Animals: Deirdre, Jellyfish
Deirdre is a jellyfish, and she’s just trying to go with the flow. Featuring Maeve Higgins. Maeve’s new album “A Very Special Woman” is available on bandcamp . Choral music in this episode from Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzche and William Byrd, in the public domain. Additional music from Blue Dot Sessions. The Animals is a special series presented by Everything is Alive .
S6 E1 · Wed, September 27, 2023
The Animals: Melissa and Joseph, Kangaroos
Joseph lives in Melissa’s pouch, and he may be wearing out his welcome. Featuring Alexandra Dickson and Sebastian Conelli . The Animals is a special series presented by Everything is Alive .
S6 Enull · Wed, September 20, 2023
Everything is Alive Presents: The Animals
Starting next Wednesday, September 27th, the Everything is Alive feed will host a five episode special series called “The Animals.” We’ll get to know a beaver, a jellyfish, a flamingo, and more, all sharing the joys and heartaches of life elsewhere in the food chain. Find us at everythingisalive.com .
S5 E5 · Wed, November 16, 2022
Miriam and Peter, Playing Cards
Miriam and Peter are quite a pair. Featuring Peter Grosz & Miriam Tolan. Radiotopia is in the midst of its annual fundraising drive right now. If you’re able, please support the most creative, fulfilling, groundbreaking audio in the world by making a donation here: https://on.prx.org/3NMhYnj
Wed, November 16, 2022
Sneak Preview: In The Scenes Behind Plain Sight
Hear the first episode of Ian’s new show: In The Scenes Behind Plain Sight. It’s a rewatch podcast for a TV show that never existed. Radiotopia is in the midst of its annual fundraising drive right now. If you’re able, please support the most creative, fulfilling, groundbreaking audio in the world by making a donation here: https://on.prx.org/3NMhYnj
S5 E4 · Wed, November 02, 2022
Charles, Party Horn
Charles is a party horn, and he’s just trying to make a name for himself. Featuring Vinny Thomas. Find Vinny on Twitter and Instagram @vinn_ayy. Recorded live on stage at On Air Fest in Brooklyn, New York, with Zach Brown on cello.
S5 E3 · Wed, October 19, 2022
Jes, Baguette
Jes is a baguette, and they were made to share. Featuring Jes Tom. You can find them on Twitter @jestom and Instagram @jesthekid . You can see their solo standup show “Less Lonely” as part of the New York Comedy Festival November 9th at the Bell House. Tickets and more information here .
S5 E1 · Wed, October 05, 2022
Ginny, Roomba
Ginny is a Roomba, and she’s been taking it all in. Featuring Ginny Hogan. Find her on Twitter @ginnyhogan_ .
S5 E1 · Wed, September 21, 2022
Alzo, Rental Car
Alzo, a rental car, is just trying to find his agency. Featuring Alzo Slade.
Trailer · Wed, September 14, 2022
Season Five Trailer
Everything is Alive returns September 21st.
Bonus · Wed, February 23, 2022
Making Trouble: Deleted Scenes from Sal the Sock
This special episode of Everything is Alive is a part of Radiotopia’s winter fundraiser. Your support helps foster independent, artist-owned podcasts and award-winning stories. Donate today at https://on.prx.org/33dBINE . Thank you! We loved making our “Sal, Sock” episode. Trouble was, there was a lot more Sal than we could fit. So for this special fundraising edition of the show, we present some of his never before heard scenes.
S4 E8 · Wed, December 15, 2021
Sal, Sock
Sal is a sock. He’s had a good life, but it feels like something’s missing. Featuring Sebastian Conelli.
S4 E7 · Wed, December 01, 2021
The Wait
A special episode produced in conjunction with Pop-Up Magazine, this is the story of a bike locked to a bike rack a little too long. In June of this year, Pop-Up Magazine placed bicycles at bike racks in Brooklyn, Los Angeles, and San Francisco, and you could walk right up to them and hear what they had to say. Featuring Larry Owens.
S4 E6 · Thu, November 18, 2021
Michael, Phone Booth
Michael is a phone booth, and he’s been on hold for a while. Featuring Michael Kostroff. Additional credits for this episode can be found at everythingisalive.com .
S4 E5 · Wed, November 03, 2021
Anonymous, Mousetrap
What do you do when the thing you were made to do is the last thing you want to do? Featuring Mel Shimkovitz.
S4 E5 · Wed, October 27, 2021
From the Archives: Annie, Jack O' Lantern
Our Halloween special! This episode first aired in 2018 and since then it’s delighted and disturbed parents and children alike. If you’ve heard it before (or if you’re scared), you can skip it. Annie is a jack o’ lantern, but she doesn’t want to scare you. Featuring Ann Donley.
S4 E4 · Wed, October 20, 2021
Atsuko, Bagpipes
Atsuko is a set of bagpipes, and she’s looking for some peace and quiet. Featuring Atsuko Okatsuka. Find her on various socials, her handle is @atsukocomedy.
S4 E3 · Wed, October 06, 2021
Dina, Pacifier
Dina’s not in a good place, but maybe she’s headed to one. Featuring Dina Hashem. You can find more from Dina on the social media of your choice @dinahashem_.
S4 E2 · Wed, September 22, 2021
Vinny, Vending Machine
Vinny has been through a lot, and a lot has been through Vinny. Featuring Vinny Thomas. Find more from Vinny on Instagram and Twitter @vinn_ayy.
Trailer · Wed, September 15, 2021
Season Four Preview
A few of the inanimate objects you’ll meet on the new season of Everything is Alive, launching September 22nd.
S4 E1 · Fri, May 28, 2021
Adam, Stool
Adam has been the stool on stage at a comedy club for a long time. What do you do around standup when you were made for sitting? Adam is played by Adam Burke. Radiotopia is a network of creators who are able to follow their curiosity and tell the stories they care about the most. Show your support for my fellow Radiotopia shows during our Spring Fundraiser. Donate today at https://on.prx.org/3wl9pWn .
S3 E10 · Wed, August 19, 2020
Martin, Paper Towel Dispenser
Martin is a paper towel dispenser outside a hardware store, and he's wondering how he got there. Featuring Martin Morrow. Martin is a comedian, writer, and improviser in Los Angeles. Follow him on socials at @martinMmorrow and stream his album Magic of the City!
S3 E29 · Wed, July 22, 2020
Maria and Joel
Part one: Maria is a box of tissues, without much to cry about. Part two: Joel is a water fountain thirsting for more. Featuring Maria Bamford and Joel Kim Booster.
S3 E8 · Wed, July 08, 2020
Lillian, Song
Ian has a song stuck in his head. Imagine how the song feels. Featuring Lillian King.
S3 E7 · Wed, June 24, 2020
Colin, Ten Dollar Bill
Colin is a ten dollar bill, and he’s wondering what he’s worth. Featuring Colin Nissan.
S3 E6 · Wed, June 10, 2020
Deleted Scenes II
A few scenes that didn’t make the cut for one reason or another. Featuring the Russian Dolls, Emmy the Pregnancy Test, Josh the Chainsaw, and more.
S3 E5 · Wed, May 13, 2020
Eugene, Tattoo
Eugene is a tattoo, and for now, he’s staying right where he is. Featuring Eugene Cordero.
S3 E4 · Wed, April 29, 2020
Mirror, Mirror
A restaurant bathroom mirror takes a moment to reflect. Featuring Alex Song-Xia.
S3 E3 · Wed, April 15, 2020
Louise & William, Shirt & Pants
Louise is an oxford shirt and William is leather pants. They may hang in the same closet, but they’ve seen different worlds. Featuring Alexandra Dickson and Connor Ratliff.
S3 E2 · Wed, April 01, 2020
Josh, Chainsaw
Josh has a warning: don't get too close, but don't stay too far away either. Featuring Josh Gondelman.
S3 E1 · Wed, March 18, 2020
Tami and Ed, Sharpie
Tami is a sharpie, and Ed is her cap. After all these years, marriage has left an indelible mark. Featuring Tami Sagher and Ed Herbstman.
Trailer · Wed, March 11, 2020
Season 3 Preview
Season Three of Everything is Alive begins Wednesday, March 18th, 2020. Mark your calendar, unless your calendar objects.
Tue, November 26, 2019
Bonus Episode: The Magic 8 Ball
The Magic 8 Ball can’t tell you his name. This bonus episode is part of Radiotopia’s 2019 Fundraising Drive. Make your mark. Go to radiotopia.fm to donate today.
S2 E20 · Wed, July 10, 2019
Scott, Stethoscope
Scott is always listening.
S2 E19 · Wed, June 26, 2019
Charu, Satellite
Charu is a satellite. Is she alone in the universe?
S2 E18 · Wed, June 12, 2019
Jennifer, Newspaper
Jennifer is a copy of The Canberra Times from October 24th, 1988. She might not be news anymore, but she’s still paper.
S2 E7 · Wed, May 22, 2019
Chioke, Pane of Glass
Note: this episode is a followup to “Chioke, Grain of Sand.” If you haven’t heard that episode, we suggest starting there. Chioke just wants to be transparent with you.
S2 E6 · Wed, May 08, 2019
Sebastian, Alex, and Alex, Russian Dolls
Sebastian, Alex, and Alex get to know each other, inside and out.
S2 E5 · Wed, April 03, 2019
Connor, Painting
Connor is a painting, but is anybody looking at him?
S2 E4 · Tue, March 19, 2019
Petey, Baseball Cap
Petey’s just trying to stay on top.
S2 E3 · Wed, March 06, 2019
Emmy, Pregnancy Test
Emmy is just trying to stay positive.
S2 E2 · Wed, February 20, 2019
Alligator, Alligator
Alligator is a stuffed animal, and things are about to get different.
S2 E1 · Wed, February 06, 2019
Shannon, Bath Towel
Shannon just wants to be part of the story.
Bonus · Tue, December 11, 2018
Bonus Episode: Deleted Scenes
A special bonus episode featuring a few scenes that for one reason or another got cut out of Season One. Featuring Louis, Can of Cola, Maeve the Lamppost, Sean the Subway Seat, and more. Support our show and Radiotopia by making a donation at radiotopia.fm.
S1 E10 · Tue, November 27, 2018
Sean, Subway Seat
Sean loves his job, and he’s looking for a connection.
S1 E9 · Tue, November 13, 2018
Ayo, Balloon
Ayo has achieved great heights, but she would like to come back down.
S1 E8 · Tue, October 30, 2018
Annie, Jack o' Lantern
Annie is a jack o’ lantern, but she doesn’t want to scare you.
S1 E7 · Tue, October 16, 2018
Chioke, Grain of Sand
Chioke is a grain of sand. He’s not as small as he looks.
S1 E6 · Tue, October 02, 2018
Paul, Tooth
Paul is a tooth. He may have been knocked out, but he’s not giving up.
S1 E5 · Tue, September 11, 2018
Ana, Elevator
Ana is an elevator. She’s headed for great heights.
S1 E4 · Tue, August 28, 2018
Tara, Bar of Soap
Tara is a bar of soap. She may be just a sliver now, but she’s got a lot of fight left.
S1 E3 · Tue, August 14, 2018
Dennis, Pillow
While we are sleeping, Dennis has dreams too.
S1 E2 · Tue, July 31, 2018
Maeve, Lamppost
Maeve is a lamppost. She sees all of us, but does anybody see her?
S1 E1 · Tue, July 17, 2018
Louis, Can of Cola
Louis is a can of generic cola. He’s been on the shelf a long while, so he’s had some time to think.
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