Family Trips with the Meyers Brothers

Episode: LESLIE BIBB Snuck Out of the House in Key Largo, Florida

Release Date: November 11, 2025
Hosts: Seth Meyers & Josh Meyers
Guest: Leslie Bibb

Episode Overview

In this lively and heartfelt episode, brothers Seth and Josh Meyers welcome actress Leslie Bibb to share hilarious and poignant memories from her childhood, family dynamics growing up with three older sisters, and unforgettable adventures on family trips. Despite thinking she had few stories to tell, Bibb uncovers a treasure trove of anecdotes—ranging from sneaking out in Key Largo to orchestrating a cathartic cross-country road trip with her mother. Through laughter and nostalgia (and some raucous sibling tales from the Meyers brothers), the trio delves into how family shapes our sense of adventure, mischief, and memory.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

Sibling Dynamics and Growing Up

[26:04] Leslie Bibb describes life as the youngest of four daughters, her father's early passing, and craving attention from her older sisters.

• Sibling Pranks: Her sisters once hogtied her and threw her in a shower as a game, and she would often sit in closets just to listen to their conversations.
  • “They did hogtie me and throw me into a shower in my mother's room… They were like, 'You wanna play a game?' And I was like, 'O.' And so they tied me up and threw me…” – Leslie Bibb [26:22]

[29:04]

• Bibb tells of her childhood desperation to be included, running errands for her sisters “just to be counted.”
  • “I would do anything if you would count to see how fast I could do it... You never were counting? Kim's like, no, we never counted.” – Leslie Bibb [30:21]

Childhood Mischief & Classic Family Sneaking

[41:00] Bibb’s infamous Key Largo story unfolds:

• As a tween, orchestrates a “sneak out” with cousins from a rental in Key Largo, involving golf carts, dramatic crawling, and a supposed mastery of deception.
• But their parents were onto them the whole time; her Aunt Shelby's sister ruined her mother's ruse by repeatedly yelling, “The party's over!”
  • “We snuck back in and I was like, I am so fucking clever... My mom and this woman…came in pulling the same heist because they knew we were gone the whole time... Aunt Shelby's sister was so pissed, she just ruined my mom's plan. And she started screaming, ‘The party’s over. The party is over.’” – Leslie Bibb [41:20]

[42:36] Seth reflects on his own sneaking out as a teen—rationalizing, getting caught by his dad, and noting how parents usually know more than we think.

Life on the Move: Orchestrating Family Trips

[35:21]

• Bibb reveals that after her father’s death, large family trips with all five members were rare, but she has fond recollections of small “country” vacations to places like Virginia Beach—sometimes making up memories from family photographs.

[52:15]

• Bibb arranges a meaningful cross-country road trip with her mother, aiming for three classic American sites: Graceland, the Grand Canyon, and Las Vegas.
  • Her mother resists (“I don't want to see where Elvis lives… I don’t want to see a big hole…”), but ends up moved to tears at Graceland, awed by the Grand Canyon, and addicted to the Vegas slots.
  • “We get to Graceland. She's in tears... Grand Canyon…'Well, that is not just a hole.'...We get to Las Vegas, and I can't get her off the slot machines. She was sitting there like a crazy person…” – Leslie Bibb [53:13], [53:35]

[55:43]

• Bibb relishes facilitating “firsts” for her mom—watching her have formative, joyous experiences later in life.

  • “I think watching her have firsts in her late 50s...felt exciting and curious...I also thought if I had her stuck in a car for 12 hours, I’m like Barbara Walters. I’ll start getting her to talk.” – Leslie Bibb [55:43]

Honest Parenting & The Art of Lying

[59:42]

• Discussion of childhood lies, parents who value honesty, and how removing the allure from “sneaking” changes the stakes.
  • “The one rule in our family is that we couldn't—you couldn't lie to our parents... It was only when you lied and you tried to pull a fast one that he took great offense.” – Josh Meyers [60:06]
  • “My mom...just don't drink and drive...She took the allure away from drinking.” – Leslie Bibb [60:32]

The Emotional Heart of Family & Sibling Bonds

[63:11]

• Story of Bibb listening to her mother and her friends gossip, likening her love of conversation and character to her childhood eavesdropping.
• The Meyers brothers reflect on their closeness, overlaps in school, and adult friend groups—building on shared experiences and a love of comedy.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “I could hide my own Easter eggs...The past is so gone.” – Leslie Bibb [11:45]
• “I just remember her face at the Grand Canyon. She was just like, ‘Well, that is not just a hole.’ And I was like, no, Mama, it is not just a hole.” – Leslie Bibb [53:35]
• “I am so fucking clever. I am really good at sneaking out.” – Leslie Bibb [41:22]
• “She started screaming, ‘The party’s over. The party is over.’ ...My mom started laughing. And then she was like, oh, forget it. It's not worth it. We're on vacation. Forget it.” – Leslie Bibb [41:30]
• “I think watching her have firsts in her late 50s, and she didn't really travel a lot, felt exciting and curious...” – Leslie Bibb [55:43]
• “It's a real breakthrough to do a podcast with a sibling.” – Seth Meyers [49:37]
• “The one rule…couldn't lie to our parents…only when you lied and tried to pull a fast one that he took great offense.” – Josh Meyers [60:06]
• “Is your ideal vacation relaxing, adventurous, or educational?” “I'm gonna say adventurous. But my adventurous vacations always include an element of education.” – Speed Round (Josh & Leslie Bibb) [66:58-67:05]
• “Why is Robert De Niro the only thing—I popped into my—” “It’s a fantastic answer.” – Speed round [67:41-67:51]

Timestamps for Key Segments

• [00:00-08:18] – Meyers brothers open with family trip planning, creative gifts from Dad, and a Pittsburgh Steelers adventure for Seth’s kids.
• [09:57-14:59] – Welcoming Leslie Bibb, memories of meeting at a celebrity kickball game for charity in Malibu.
• [26:04-33:40] – Leslie’s stories of growing up with three older sisters, pranks, desperate attempts for belonging.
• [35:21-38:15] – On family trips, rare five-person vacations after father’s death, and making memories in Virginia.
• [38:15-42:36] – The Key Largo sneak-out: plotting, executing, getting outsmarted by parents.
• [52:15-55:43] – Cross-country road trip with her mom: Graceland, Grand Canyon, Vegas—and the emotional impact.
• [59:42-61:52] – The value of honesty in the family, parent perspectives on teenage lies and drinking.
• [65:11-66:38] – Childhood roots, forming a love of stories and performance, and comfort in listening to conversations.
• [66:51-71:35] – Speed round: vacation preferences, means of travel, dream family to travel with, and Livingston, VA highlights.
• [71:36-72:02] – Bibb’s “pre-trip” helicopter adventure at the Grand Canyon for a Bounce commercial.
• [73:12-74:03] – Closing banter, aspirations to visit Mount Rushmore, poking fun at sibling job histories.

Tone & Atmosphere

The episode sparkles with sibling ribbing, warmth, and irreverent honesty—both in the Meyers’ playful dynamic and Leslie Bibb’s self-deprecating, vivid storytelling. Underneath tales of sneak-outs and road trips are poignant reflections on loss, memory, and the healing power of shared adventure. At no point does the conversation lose its sense of humor, even at its most nostalgic or bittersweet.

Closing Reflection

This episode stands out for its blend of laugh-out-loud mischief and genuine heart. Leslie Bibb’s childhood escapades—cloaked in both chaos and longing—pair perfectly with the Meyers’ own stories, making for an episode both funny and moving. For anyone who’s ever wished they could relive a family trip or just listen through a closet door, this one’s for you.

Listen if you…

• Love stories of sibling chaos and redemption
• Want to hear warm, witty actors on family, loss, and mischief
• Appreciate the importance of making—and re-making—family memories

Notable End Quote:
“Crawling and listening. Sam’s like, ‘Where do you want to go on vacation, Leslie?’ You’re like, ‘Just a closet where we could hear some teen girls talk about cool shit.’” – Seth Meyers [65:57]