Bestselling authors Alix Strauss (The Joy of Funerals) and Nicola Kraus (The Best We Could Hope For, co-author of The Nanny Diaries) join Login to talk about being and writing, telling the truth on the page, and creating realistic women in full color. They dig into character first storytelling, structure that reveals who people really are, and the balance between honesty and “likable.” We cover process, accountability partners, acting backgrounds that sharpen dialogue, handling rejection without losing heart, and keeping your creative bucket full with real life and art. There is practical advice on deadlines you invent, feedback you should keep, and why a physical book can deepen the relationship with readers. If you are building a writing life, this conversation is warm, useful, and energizing.

Alan Alda needs no introduction… but here’s mine anyway. Emmy-winning actor, writer, director, and host of Clear and Vivid, Alan has spent decades showing the world the power of curiosity, empathy, and listening - and has devoted much of his life to helping people communicate better.

In this episode, we talk about what 350+ podcast conversations have taught him about human nature, why a hostage negotiator’s playbook works just as well in a marriage, and how to turn any interaction into a true exchange. We dig into the difference between hearing someone and really understanding them - and why that skill might just be the most valuable one you can have.

Alan continues to be a guiding light for millions, and having him on Login was an absolute honor.

In this episode, the team behind The Innovators Den shares their journey from humble New York beginnings to creating a successful advertising agency. Together they've built out their own podcast channel -- and expanded it into a podcast network, marketed their own brands, and run ads for an array of interesting clients. From navigating hard lessons to experimenting with online creation, they discuss the power of persistence, flexibility, and of building with purpose. Tune in for valuable insights on entrepreneurship, the importance of customer service, and the art of consistent content creation.

Lynn Harris - writer, comedian, activist, and founder of Gold Comedy - joins us for a lively conversation about building a platform for emerging comedy voices and how humor can be a cultural force for connection and change. From her early days in standup to launching a digital-first comedy community, Lynn shares her founder journey, the formula behind a great joke, and why taking every shot matters in both creativity and business. We talk about what it means to be “serious about comedy,” how Gold is creating real pathways into the industry, and why funny women are the future of everything. Plus: a peek into Gold’s growing content studio, how to own your voice, and why the grind is the process.

Three-time Emmy-nominated writer, director, and producer Ryan Cunningham joins Sarah to talk about building a creative life that embraces mess, momentum, and meaning. From her work on Broad City to her award-winning indie film Lone Wolves, Ryan shares how neurodivergence shapes her process—and why juggling multiple projects might actually be her secret weapon.
We get into the myth of “clever” writing, how to make space for honesty in your work, and what it means to pursue storytelling that’s equal parts heart and hustle.
If you’re a multi-hyphenate with big ideas and a cluttered desktop, this one’s for you.

From giving TED Talks as a teen to debuting an off-Broadway one-woman show, writer, performer, and cultural icon Ruby Karp has spent a lifetime in the spotlight, and she’s got the stage presence (and battle scars) to prove it. In this hilarious and unfiltered episode, Ruby joins me to talk about her show I Don’t Trust Adults, growing up on the internet, finding her comedic voice, and navigating public life with grit, grace, and a lot of oversharing.
We get into:

• What it really takes to build a career in entertainment
• Bombing on stage and why it’s essential
• Social media burnout and being “seen” in the age of TikTok
• The awkward glory of being a gifted, cringey kid
• The tension between ambition and actual joy
• Why comedy might be the most honest form of healing

This episode is part girl talk, part masterclass, and entirely delightful. If you’ve ever questioned your path, hated your press photo, or secretly hoped your ex sees your reel, this one’s for you. For whatever it’s worth, I couldn’t adore Ruby more, and I can’t wait to see how far her stardom takes her. She’s full of talent, and already a seasoned entertainment veteran.

What starts as a mezcal-fueled bar crawl in the West Village turns into a full-fledged business. In this episode, we sit down with Noah Sinkoff and Raf Ayala, co-founders of Conozco, a premium canned mezcal cocktail brand launching its first flavor. We crack open a can from their inaugural production run, talk through the realities of self-funding while working full-time, and explore what it really takes to launch a brand rooted in craft, culture, and connection. From customs issues to label redesigns to big dreams for the future, this is a mezcal startup story worth sipping on.

What do you get when you record a podcast in a funeral home with a casket behind you and a guest who's written over 2,000 articles with a cult-favorite book about grief? Apparently… a really good time. In this episode, I sit down with New York Times contributor, trend journalist, and author Alix Strauss to talk about death, loneliness, and why funeral homes might actually be the next great community space. We get into the 20th anniversary reissue of her book “The Joy of Funerals” - discuss what grief really looks like now, and the human (and sometimes hilarious) mess of longing, love, and connection. We also somehow talk about Chef Boyardee, bad shrimp, and one very intense almost-one-day-stand. Come for the dark comedy, stay for the real talk about life, loss, and showing up anyway.