Podcast Summary: Jeff Lewis Has Issues Episode: Natasha Leggero & Zach Noe Towers: Circus Camp & Brothels
Release Date: May 16, 2025
Host: SiriusXM
Guests: Natasha Leggero, Zach Noe Towers

Introduction

In this episode of Jeff Lewis Has Issues, Jeff Lewis is joined by comedian Natasha Leggero and actor Zach Noe Towers. The trio delves into a variety of personal and professional topics, ranging from the challenges of parenting and handling fame to humorous anecdotes about their careers and personal lives.

Navigating Fame and Public Recognition

Discussion on Undeserved Recognition: Natasha and Zach share their experiences with fame, highlighting the frustrations of being recognized without the public truly knowing them.

• Natasha Leggero (00:54):
  “I'm stuck at that level of fame also.”

• Zach Noe Towers (01:04):
  “We talk about circus camp, knockoff tour guides and international brothels.”

Handling Public Misconceptions: They discuss how people often mistake them for others or assume things about their lives based on their appearances.

• Natasha (01:37):
  “How do I know you? They think you know. They know you from the gym.”

• Zach (02:27):
  “I love it. Love being small. My daughter's mad at me. We were at Disneyland and she's like crying because she said it's my fault that she can't ride the rides yet.”

Parenting Challenges and Strategies

Managing Children's Expectations: Both Natasha and Zach talk about the difficulties of enforcing chores and responsibilities with their young daughters.

• Natasha (04:25):
  “I didn't have all the edge details. I said you had every edge detail.”

• Zach (08:10):
  “I'm always like, I'm throwing this huge party for my daughter June 20th. It has to be done by then.”

Balancing Discipline and Encouragement: They share strategies on maintaining order while nurturing their children's independence.

• Natasha (10:07):
  “But now it's like, everything's a fight. It's itchy.”

• Zach (12:03):
  “It's hard though, because I'm... My husband's just like, oh, I don't take that seriously.”

Role Modeling and Influence: The conversation touches on how parents' behaviors and responses shape their children's perceptions and actions.

• Zach (26:31):
  “Do you know what I mean? Like whether you had volleyed it back and forth and then canceled on them like before the charity self happen.”

• Natasha (27:43):
  “I do, I do, absolutely. Like I said, I'm very careful about what I do and say in front of her.”

Professional Experiences and Career Anecdotes

Zach’s Brief Stint in a Brothel: Zach recounts his surprising and brief experience working in a brothel in Australia, highlighting the unexpected nature of the job and his quick departure.

• Zach (35:36):
  “I worked in a brothel in Australia for one day.”

• Natasha (35:36):
  “Would you get fired or quit?”
  “I quit.”

• Zach (35:42):
  “Because I thought it was the most... the job I found online was $20 an hour to answer calls, but then they wanted me to clean the towels.”

Educational Journeys: Both guests share their lengthy and winding paths through higher education, reflecting on their degrees and the time invested.

• Zach (06:04):
  “I took my husband once and he goes, this place has major get me out of here vibes. I was like, that's how I felt my whole childhood.”

• Natasha (06:35):
  “Wait, what was your degree?”
  “Pre-law with a minor in business.”

Handling Household Projects and Contractor Issues

Dealing with Unreliable Contractors: Natasha expresses her frustration with contractors who fail to meet deadlines, leading to project delays.

• Natasha (04:25):
  “I have single handedly delayed this project.”

• Unnamed Speaker (04:57):
  “How many fabricators are there in Los Angeles?”

Strategies for Effective Communication: Natasha and Zach discuss methods to assertively handle professional setbacks and ensure projects stay on track.

• Natasha (05:32):
  “I was like, don’t do that. You had every edge detail.”

• Zach (05:29):
  “You're like, that's how I should talk to contractors.”

Balancing Career and Personal Life

Impact of Careers on Family Dynamics: The guests explore how their professional lives intersect with and influence their roles as parents and partners.

• Zach (07:23):
  “Now I have a daughter. I have an only child. As I said in my book, one is an accessory, two is a lifestyle.”

• Natasha (27:54):
  “Zack, do you ever like the paper cut? Like you cut paper?”

Maintaining Personal Identity: They discuss the importance of preserving individuality and personal interests amidst the demands of parenthood and public life.

• Zach (16:17):
  “But that's the thing. Like, my mom, she enrolled me in acting class...she found it in Rockford and it changed my whole life.”

• Natasha (16:50):
  “She's got to have other interests.”

Humorous Anecdotes and Light-hearted Moments

Disneyland Adventures: Zach shares a humorous account of his family's chaotic trip to Disneyland, emphasizing the challenges of managing a young child in a theme park.

• Zach (17:02):
  “We went with another family. Maybe 1200 per family.”

• Natasha (17:36):
  “Did you drink at the park?”

Zach’s Stand-Up Concerns: Zach reflects on the potential impact of incorporating family dynamics into his stand-up comedy, balancing honesty with privacy.

• Zach (25:09):
  “My daughter will say so many things to me...she's like, mom, don't ever tell anyone anything I say.”

• Natasha (28:00):
  “I donate. So that's what I do. That's my thing. I donate to them.”

Confronting and Managing Conflict

Personal Approaches to Conflict: Natasha and Zach discuss their differing approaches to handling conflict, with Natasha embracing a more confrontational style and Zach striving for modern, conflict-free interactions.

• Natasha (23:12):
  “I find that my office is more efficient when I'm a little more stern.”

• Zach (23:43):
  “I can't yell at other people, and I've had neighbor issues...”

Influence of Background on Conflict Resolution: The guests explore how their upbringing and personal histories shape their methods of dealing with disputes and disagreements.

• Natasha (23:37):
  “I find that my office is more efficient when I'm a little more stern.”

• Zach (23:42):
  “They mistake it for your weakness.”

Closing Remarks

The episode concludes with light-hearted banter and reflections on maintaining honesty and integrity in both professional and personal spheres. Jeff encourages listeners to tune into more episodes of Jeff Lewis Live available on SiriusXM.

Notable Quotes

• Jeff Lewis (37:33):
  “If you want more of this, listen to Jeff Lewis Live every weekday on SiriusXM.”

• Natasha Leggero (28:41):
  “I just figure, do I ghost? Do I ghost them? That's kind of shitty.”

• Zach Noe Towers (35:36):
  “I worked in a brothel in Australia for one day.”

Conclusion

This episode of Jeff Lewis Has Issues offers an engaging mix of humor, honesty, and relatable challenges faced by Natasha Leggero and Zach Noe Towers. From the intricacies of parenting young children to navigating the pitfalls of fame and professional life, the conversation provides valuable insights and entertaining anecdotes for listeners.

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