That Was Us

That Was Us

This Is Us stars Mandy Moore, Sterling K. Brown, and Chris Sullivan dive back into the world of the Pearsons, reliving each episode and all the life lessons that came with it. Together, they dig in and dig deep, have the tough conversations, bring in very special and familiar guests, share never before heard behind-the-scenes moments, and feature listeners in highly anticipated fan segments. With new episodes out every Tuesday, join your favorite family back in the living room to examine our past, cherish our present, and look to the future. That Was Us...
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This week on That Was Us…we’re back with another favorite segment of the pod, Chat Was Us! This time, we’re talking about a topic that was at the heart of so many This Is Us stories: mental health. From Randall’s anxiety to Kevin’s addiction and Kate’s struggles with body image, the show explored the many ways mental health can shape our lives. Mandy, Sterling, and Chris get candid about their own experiences, the habits they’re working on, and the tools that help them navigate life’s challenges. In this episode, the conversation covers: * How they approach mental health check-ins and reflect on their own habits * Overthinking conversations and replaying interactions long after they happen * The importance of alone time and learning to protect the time they need to recharge * Why asking for help can be difficult, even when you know you need it * How they handle worst-case scenarios and the stories they tell themselves when things go wrong * Setting boundaries, saying no, and navigating people-pleasing…

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Chat Was Us | Mental Health

This week on That Was Us…we’re back with another favorite segment of the pod, Chat Was Us! This time, we’re talking about a topic that was at the heart of so many This Is Us stories: mental health. From Randall’s anxiety to Kevin’s addiction and Kate’s struggles with body image, the show explored the many ways mental health can shape our lives. Mandy, Sterling, and Chris get candid about their own experiences, the habits they’re working on, and the tools that help them navigate life’s challenges. In this episode, the conversation covers: * How they approach mental health check-ins and reflect on their own habits * Overthinking conversations and replaying interactions long after they happen * The importance of alone time and learning to protect the time they need to recharge * Why asking for help can be difficult, even when you know you need it * How they handle worst-case scenarios and the stories they tell themselves when things go wrong * Setting boundaries, saying no, and navigating people-pleasing…

27 oct. 2026
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Kevin Does The Right Thing | "The Guitar Man" with Ryan Michelle Bathe (608)

On today’s episode of That Was Us, we’re diving into Season 6, Episode 8: “The Guitar Man.” Sterling K. Brown and co-host Ryan Michelle Bathe are joined in studio by the episode’s co-writer, Jake Schnesel, to discuss the making of the episode. As Kevin takes his twin babies to the family cabin on his own, he struggles with his confidence as a father. Meanwhile, Cassidy experiences an unexpected trauma response, and Nicky helps Kevin understand that sometimes the best thing you can do for someone is simply be there. In this episode, the hosts chat about: * Jake Schnesel’s journey from assistant to writer, and how Dan Fogelman encouraged him to pursue his own writing career * The differences between writing for a drama like This Is Us and a comedy-mystery like Only Murders in the Building * The pressures and fears of working in a comedy writers’ room * Parental guilt, grand gestures, and a fan’s special trip with her daughter to see the hosts live * Ryan’s hilarious mispronunciations and Sterling’s stories…

20 oct. 2026
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Caitlin Thompson and Us | Madison Simmons

This week on That Was Us, Sterling and co-host Ryan Michelle Bathe are joined in studio by Caitlin Thompson, who played Madison on This Is Us. From Madison’s evolution from comedic relief to a fully realized character, to the realities of navigating Hollywood as a woman and a mother, Caitlin reflects on her years on the show, her transition from acting to writing, and the experiences that have shaped her both personally and creatively. In this episode, Caitlin chats about: * Her transition from acting to writing and how her feature script Ohio Girl became her calling card as a writer * Her writing process and why she needs to feel personally invested in the stories she tells * Madison’s evolution from comedic relief hiding behind a mask to a fully dimensional character who found her voice * The meaning behind the saying “every baby comes with a loaf of bread” and how it connected to Caitlin booking a series regular role on This Is Us * The challenges of filming Season 5 while navigating postpartum life,…

13 oct. 2026
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A Turn of Events | "Taboo" (607)

On today’s episode of That Was Us, we’re diving into Season 6, Episode 7: Taboo. As the Pearsons gather for Thanksgiving, Kate and Toby confront lingering tension and Rebecca makes an important decision about who will care for her as her illness progresses. In this episode, the hosts chat about: * Their competitive nature and love of board games, especially Taboo * Their own relationships with food growing up and how those relationships have changed as parents * The challenges of navigating food and body image within families * The complicated dynamics of spending Thanksgiving with family They also break down the episode, including: * Rebecca choosing Kate to be in charge of her care if anything happens to Miguel, and Randall’s reaction * Rebecca and Miguel’s hilarious and revealing game of Taboo * Kate and Toby’s conflict over parenting and food * The different Thanksgiving timelines, including Rebecca’s childhood experiences with food and body image * Miguel telling Rebecca he needs to move to Houston and…

06 oct. 2026
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Chat Was Us | Marriage

This week on That Was Us…another favorite segment of the pod, Chat Was Us! This time, we’re talking about something at the heart of so many This Is Us stories: marriage, partnership, and what it means to build a life together. And for this conversation, Mandy, Sterling, and Chris have brought along their spouses! Together, the six of them get candid about love, commitment, compromise, and all the ways a marriage evolves over time. In this episode, the conversation covers: - How each couple knew they wanted to build a life together - Whether marriage was always something they imagined for themselves - The memories they each hold onto from their wedding days - What they remember most about the first year of marriage - The ingredients they believe make for a successful marriage - How you navigate the fact that two people can change dramatically over the course of a marriage - The role compromise plays in a healthy partnership - How having children can change a marriage - The importance of continuing to choose…

29 sep. 2026