Born To Love with Ellie Kemper and Scott Eckert

In the dark recesses of a heated yoga studio, there is one unlikely enthusiast who keeps coming back for more — and he will not be shamed for his choice of post-workout snack. Scott brings Ellie into the world of hot yoga, and the two talk about the highs and lows of the sweaty activity, plus what’s in and what’s out when playing a game of “big tennis” (Ellie’s words). Follow Ellie @elliekemper on Instagram and Scott @mescotteckert on Twitter, and get in touch at borntolovefeedback@gmail.com. Stay up to date with Lemonada on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium. And if you want to continue the conversation with other listeners, join the My Lemonada community at https://lemonadamedia.com/mylemonada/ For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dutiful and disinfected, the comedian Michelle Collins sings the praises of the cleaning wipes provided by her favorite airline. She has other travel takes to share, too, including insider knowledge that brings Ellie and Scott into the world of CLEAR. She also airs her worst appendix-based fear, and, unfortunately, Ellie realizes she might share it. You can subscribe to Michelle’s daily podcast, The Michelle Collins Show, on Patreon. Follow Ellie @elliekemper on Instagram and Scott @mescotteckert on Twitter, and get in touch at borntolovefeedback@gmail.com. Stay up to date with Lemonada on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium. And if you want to continue the conversation with other listeners, join the My Lemonada community at https://lemonadamedia.com/mylemonada/ For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever met someone as enthusiastic about seeing a movie in an actual theater as Ronald Young Jr.? The podcaster raves to Ellie and Scott about how some films are just made for the big screen, and they all agree that, many times, the communal experience transcends the movie itself. (How else could Ellie have witnessed what she witnessed while seeing The Hangover in theaters?) Catch Ronald as the host of Lemonada’s own Pop Culture Debate Club, as well on his weekly podcast Leaving the Theater, where he reviews movies right after the credits roll. Follow Ellie @elliekemper on Instagram and Scott @mescotteckert on Twitter, and get in touch at borntolovefeedback@gmail.com. Stay up to date with Lemonada on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium. And if you want to continue the conversation with other listeners, join the My Lemonada community at https://lemonadamedia.com/mylemonada/ For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s spooky season, and Ellie and Scott have a lot to say! The two compare costumes and confectionery faves, then find themselves on opposite sides of several cultural divides — including one that involves grubby hands. Also: a human-sized pinata enters the chat. Follow Ellie @elliekemper on Instagram and Scott @mescotteckert on Twitter, and get in touch at borntolovefeedback@gmail.com. Stay up to date with Lemonada on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium. And if you want to continue the conversation with other listeners, join the My Lemonada community at https://lemonadamedia.com/mylemonada/ For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Born to Love is back! In their first episode since the dawn of Brat Summer, Ellie and Scott welcome Brian Baumgartner, best known as Kevin Malone from The Office, to wax poetic about his love of golf. The three of them talk about the pleasures of singular focus, moderately high stakes, and the right kind of country. Brian’s new book, The Night Before Christmas at Dunder Mifflin, co-authored by Ben Silverman, is out November 5, 2024. Find it wherever books are sold. Follow Ellie @elliekemper on Instagram and Scott @mescotteckert on Twitter. Stay up to date with Lemonada on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium. And if you want to continue the conversation with other listeners, join the My Lemonada community at https://lemonadamedia.com/mylemonada/ For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ellie Kemper (The Office and Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt) and her pal Scott Eckert are back with more episodes of Born to Love, a podcast where people talk about what they love and only what they love! Ellie and Scott chat with guests like Jenna Fischer, Al Roker, Samantha Bee, and Chelsea Peretti about their secret passions, their favorite hobbies, and the people, places, and things that light them up. In a world full of chaos, why not spread a little love? Hear new episodes starting October 22 from Lemonada Media, featuring upcoming appearances by Dunder Mifflin icon Brian Baumgartner, SNL cast member Ego Nwodim, and award-winning podcaster Ronald Young, Jr. Follow Ellie @elliekemper on Instagram and Scott @mescotteckert on Twitter. Stay up to date with Lemonada on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium. And if you want to continue the conversation with other listeners, join the My Lemonada community at https://lemonadamedia.com/mylemonada/ For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ellie and Scott are joined by Emmy Award-winning comedy writer, producer, and Ellie's husband, Michael Koman. Michael shares his love of coats and jackets. We hear about how thrilling it is to see if a jacket fits, the impact that his unreasonably large collection of soft outerwear has on his loved ones, and what makes a solo trip to Italy the perfect occasion for a sports coat. Plus, Scott shares with Ellie his love of the TV show, "Monk"  - while Ellie casually drops that she knows the show's creator.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ellie and Scott are joined by author, film maker and former talent agent, Priyanka Mattoo. Priyanka shares her love of Karaoke. The three discuss Coachella, what makes for the best karaoke songs and how it’s very American to want to be the expert at everything. Plus, Ellie shares with Scott her love of the solar eclipse glasses.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Ellie and Scott share what they love from 1999. The two discuss their love of Wawa, the hit song “Closing Time” and most importantly, meeting each other!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ellie and Scott are joined by comedian, actor, and producer, Mayan Lopez. Mayan discusses her love of auctions and estate sales! The three chat about Dress Barn, Mayan’s wild dining room table, and the inherent risks of shopping on Ebay. Plus, Scott shares with Ellie his love of small booths at restaurants!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ellie and Scott are joined by actor, writer and stand-up, Chris Grace. Chris shares his love of rugby. We learn about the origins of the sport, how to commit yourself to a hobby, and Chris’s shocking stance on Wordle. Plus, Ellie shares her love of children’s piano concerts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Ellie and Scott share what they love from 1989. There is lots of singing, lots of reflecting on their favorite childhood games and a deep discussion on what “the fire” means in Billy Joel’s “We Didn’t Start the Fire.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ellie and Scott are joined by author, wellness expert, and Peloton instructor, Emma Lovewell. Emma shares her love of home renovations! We learn about Emma’s favorite power tools, the trials and tribulations of the stone yard, and the pros and cons of your romantic partner also being your contractor. Plus, Ellie and Scott share a special joint love this week...involving basketball and showmen!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ellie and Scott are joined by Emmy-nominated actress and comedian, D'Arcy Carden. D'Arcy shares her love of board games. The three discuss Pop-O-Matics, the mobile version of Ticket to Ride, and the confusion that arises when you correctly call one of two dice a "die." Plus, Scott shares with Ellie how much he loves hearing his kids' earnest attempts at zingers!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ellie and Scott are joined by critically acclaimed actress, Maura Tierney. Maura shares her love of teaching stilt walking. We learn all about the trips that introduced Maura to stilts, the importance of rhythm and how joyous learning a new skill can be. Plus, Ellie shares with Scott her love of nest sleeping. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ellie and Scott are joined by critically acclaimed actor and producer, Anson Mount. Anson shares his love of pottery! We learn all about the competition show that got him hooked, mug ergonomics, and how he'll never consider himself a true pottery master. Plus, Scott shares with Ellie his love of something "steamy" - a double shower!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ellie and Scott are joined by actors, playwrights, and co-founders of Mischief Theatre, Henry Lewis and Jonathan Sayer. They discuss their love of the Dunning-Kruger Effect! We learn all about the four stages of knowledge, Scott’s distrust of snobby wine culture, and America's favorite New York pizza joint. Plus, Scott shares with Ellie his love of loading the dishwasher.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ellie and Scott are joined by actress and comedian Alyssa Limperis. Alyssa shares her love of feeding people. We hear all about celebrating Greek Easter, hiding dimes in bread, and her lifelong devotion to Domino's. Plus, Scott shares with Ellie his love of only owning one kind of sock. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ellie and Scott are joined by world-renowned sportscaster and TV personality, Erin Andrews. Erin shares her love of the Super Bowl! We learn all about the blood, sweat, and tears that it takes to get that post-game interview, the inherent dangers involved with sideline reporting, and Erin's deep love of the movie Bridesmaids. Plus, Ellie shares with Scott the joy she experienced from spontaneously answering a phone call.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ellie and Scott are joined by award-winning comedian and filmmaker, W. Kamau Bell. Kamau shares his love of YouTube! Ellie was expecting to hear about crazy cat videos, but was delighted to discover, instead, that YouTube is full of instructional videos. We hear how satisfying it can be to watch things get done - whether it’s picking a lock, making 1000 egg sandwiches, or teaching a kid how to ride a bike. Plus, Ellie shares with Scott her love of a very specific phase of being sick.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.