Everybody STAY CALM. There's a lot to talk about. Looooots to talk about. Like how this episode features the prestigious debuts of Fawn Moscato AND Aly Nelson. We dive into a mysterious cat food bowl project. We learn the number for Outside Dave's tailor (grab a pen!) Plus, if you listen closely you'll hear a bonus cameo from Lamorne's boi Kyle. You know, Kyle!! Follow @TheMessAroundPod on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube. Rate The Mess Around on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! This is a Headgum podcast. Follow Headgum on Twitter, Instagram, and Tiktok. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We are so back. With a Christmas episode! Just in time for Halloween.

On this week's episode, Hannah and Lamorne are shocked to hear from a fan who lived the plot of New Girl with a twist ending. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We're still in a Wicked set of mind. A Chicago listener tells us how Jake Johnson's friend's band's posters appearing in New Girl impacted their wedding. Plus, how do you deal with sleep deprivation after 16 hours on set?  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Loft meeting! We finally got Brenda Song to sit down with Lamorne. Together, they unpacked her thirty-year entertainment career, how she transitioned from child actor to bona fide superstar, and how she became Daisy on New Girl.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ahead of his first appearance on New Girl, we're joined by actor, writer, and director Justin Long. He recounts his time on the set, his friendship with the hosts, and tells us a bit about his upcoming projects. As always, we take a stroll to the back of Nick's Closet, to unearth Justin's favorite memory of his time on the show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

LOFT MEETING! We're calling a loft meeting. Today's agenda includes how to release stress on set, dramatic recreation of real-life moments, and serenading you with some karaoke classics.  If you want to ask us a question, email us at themessaroundpod@gmail.com.  You can find our merch at www.themessaroundpod.com  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Seth returns for part two of his in-depth conversation with Hannah Simone. This week, they discuss Seth's prolific work in diversifying Hollywood spaces and assembling incredible ensemble casts, like Deli Boys.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Have you ever wanted to know the origins of New Girl? Did you know Coach used to be a fat Jewish guy? Well wonder no more, Hannah is joined by Seth Yanklewitz, the casting director for New Girl. He auditioned everyone and he's here to breakdown how he put the loft mates together to create our favorite series of all time! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's about to be a what?! Cece and Jess are fighting, and the entire loft must figure out how to deal.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Loft meeting! Loft meeting, Babes. We've got the Max Winkler in the house. When he was just starting, he met a comedy wunderkind, Jake Johnson. The two formed a powerful friendship, eventually leading them to Elizabeth Merriwether. The rest, as they say, is history. Max would go on to direct Cooler, where Nick and Jess kiss for the first time. He also directed Tinfinity, a special episode in Hannah's heart.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Is bangs-giving a super cute idea to help a friend, or too much pressure for a first date. The allergies are raging and it's 6 in the morning, but Hannah and Lamorne are powering through to do the math on how many showers Nick Miller took in three years.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome back to our show! The women are at work, which means Winnie the Bish is taking over the microphone to answer the fan letters and questions. Is Theodore K. Mulligans connected to Schitt's Creek? What is Aly short for? And what's going on with the alien sex mural in Winston's room?  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, everyone's learning. Nick learns to do laundry, Winston masters a ruler, and Jess learns Ryan is her dream man. Lamorne has a distorted view of what a girls' night is, and Hannah doesn't use bleach. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A cat with a bad Italian-accented name, a new name for Bishop, and we learn about how freaky teachers can be. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Is Oprah in these streets? Do men cry on their penises? Hannah's uncomfortable taking about the girls, and Lamorne remembers Harold AND Kumar appearing on New Girl. Plus, did you know Beson Boone is a fan?! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We got TWO voicenotes from fans and Hannah is in heaven. We learn about how Jess was destined to get ghiardia and the secrets life of Officer Deb DARE officiant.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This is the episode where the loftmates try to make Winston fail his background check! Talk about sabatogue.This is an all-timer for Hannah and Lamorne is contemplating a side business as a preacher for bird funerals. Let us know if you're interested at themessaroundpod@gmail.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ahead of his first appearance on New Girl, we're joined by actor, writer, and director Justin Long. He recounts his time on the set, his friendship with the hosts, and tells us a bit about his upcoming projects. As always, we take a stroll to the back of Nick's Closet, to unearth Justin's favorite memory of his time on the show.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hey, Loft Mates! This is the one where Elaine gets a proposal, Schmidt is forced to choose between the two loves of his life, Nick and Jess almost end things, and Winston pranks too hard. And guess what? We've got the new girl herself, Zooey Deschanel, here to help us break it down.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.