Podcast Summary: The Nikki & Brie Show
Episode: Josh Segarra: Keeping It Simple
Date: February 26, 2026
Host: Nikki & Brie Garcia (The Bella Twins)
Guest: Josh Segarra
Main Theme: A lively and heartfelt conversation with actor Josh Segarra, covering his comedy and acting career, love for pro wrestling, balancing family and showbiz, and tips for navigating tough life moments with simplicity and joy.
Episode Overview
This episode is a warm, funny, and inspiring happy hour-style chat between Nikki and Brie Garcia and guest Josh Segarra. The trio dives into topics ranging from Josh’s roots in comedy and early love for performing, his reverence for pro wrestling, his experiences on Broadway and TV (especially "Best Medicine" on Fox), balancing work with fatherhood, and advice for dealing with heartbreak, rejection, burnout, and social media negativity. The conversation is peppered with playful banter, relatable stories, and memorable one-liners, creating an uplifting atmosphere.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Josh’s Pro Wrestling Experience
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Josh shares his awe at being around legendary wrestlers and describes his one-time appearance at "All In" as an unforgettable adrenaline rush.
"I had no idea...the adrenaline was pumping...those lights were just blaring and the crowd started and I didn't know, there were steps...It was all a very crazy experience."
— Josh Segarra [01:47] -
On taking actual bumps in the ring:
"I have so much reverence for what you guys do...I don’t know if I'll ever be able to take a proper bump...I'll get on a mic, I'll go out there and I'll take part any way they let me, but there's a little bit of fear inside.”
— Josh Segarra [02:42] -
The Bellas pitch a dream tag-team scenario where Josh (as Sheriff Mark) would join them, humorously musing about bringing handcuffs into the ring for some hijinks [03:34–04:16].
2. Comedy Roots & Acting Journey
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Josh recalls being the eager kid volunteering at theme park shows and the early influences of SNL, Nickelodeon, and classic sitcoms.
“On the golden age of sitcoms...imitating Chris Farley and Adam Sandler in the mirror...”
— Josh Segarra [05:04] -
He credits his high school theater teacher for transforming how he saw performance (“not doing high school theater, but doing theater in high school”) and describes his family’s support despite their non-artistic background [05:59–06:44].
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On what it means to make a living in showbiz:
“It’ll never stop being the coolest thing in the world to me ever.”
— Josh Segarra [07:11]
3. Working on Hit TV Comedies
- Josh discusses the strictly scripted (but very natural-feeling) writing on “Abbott Elementary,” and how sometimes, shows let him improvise or bring his own cultural flavor, especially in new projects [07:30–09:12].
"The best writing is when you're reading and you're already laughing."
— Josh Segarra [07:30]
4. Process & Flexibility in WWE and Acting
- Lively exchange about how, much like TV, WWE promos now involve collaboration between writers and performers, allowing more improvisation and authenticity on the mic. Nikki describes the importance of responding to live audiences and knowing your character’s story to adapt on the fly [13:37–15:16].
5. Balancing Acting Career with Parenthood
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Josh cherishes being able to shoot "Best Medicine" near home, allowing him to be present as a dad:
“I get to be home and be dad, which is very important to me...that’s the magic spell right there.”
— Josh Segarra [10:26] -
His nine-year-old son just got cast in his first local play, and Josh is openly emotional and proud about passing on the performing torch [23:43–24:52].
6. Personal Connections & Family Life
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The group bonds over mutual nostalgia—wrestling, Ninja Turtles, theme park shows—with funny anecdotes about being star-struck and inspired as kids [18:07–19:36].
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On sharing his roles with his family, particularly when “Best Medicine” gets a little risqué, Josh jokes about awkward texts from his mother-in-law and how his kids (thankfully) miss the innuendo [28:31–29:56].
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The joy of shooting in a small town where his family can join, making work an adventure for everyone [30:00–31:33].
Memorable Quotes & Moments
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On balancing showbiz and parenting:
“Getting to do that now and meeting kids at the stage door…these were me back then. Oh man, there's nothing cooler.”
— Josh Segarra [22:55] -
On comparison and jealousy:
"Comparison is the thief of joy...there's just room for all of us...what's made for somebody else ain't made for you."
— Josh Segarra [36:55] -
On overthinking:
“There’s the thing that’s actually happening, and then there’s how we see the thing that’s happening…usually the way we see it is what we’re marinating on over and over...”
— Josh Segarra [41:20] -
On hate comments:
“Anybody that's spewing hate online, I send you blessings...If I ever met you, I'm gonna dap you up, give you a hug, kiss you on the cheek and say, ‘Hey, I hope everything’s good with you, bro.’...That medicine is: turn that thing off.”
— Josh Segarra [44:47] -
On living simply:
“Happiness is liking yourself, liking what you do, and liking the way you go about it...It keeps it all very, very small. And that’s the way I like to live my life. Keep it really, really simple.”
— Josh Segarra [51:17]
Game Segment: "What's the Best Medicine?"
Hosts throw out common life scenarios, and Josh gives his “best medicine” (remedy) for each.
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Heartbreak:
Ice cream, Chinese food, and Survivor reruns. [33:42] -
Worst Day Ever:
Home bath or shower, comfort food, TV, and early sleep ("kick it on the couch, eat some food, watch something, and do it again the next day"). [34:09–34:34] -
Burnout:
Switch it up—don’t keep stewing. Try something outside your usual, and don’t immerse in work stuff during downtime. [35:59–36:49] -
Jealousy:
Lean on your mantras and your inner circle; comparison is the thief of joy. [36:55–38:41] -
Rejection:
Allow yourself to feel it, analyze what can be learned, but then move on and seek comfort ("go eat that Chinese food and go watch some Boston Rob..."). [39:17–40:53] -
Overthinking:
Remember most things aren’t as big as you think, clarify what actually happened, and give yourself and others grace. [41:07–43:52] -
Hate Comments:
Send blessings, don’t internalize, and know that negativity says more about the one speaking it than about you. [44:47–46:39]
Fun Pop Culture & Family Banter
- Debating the supreme fast food treat (Wendy’s Frosty with fries, Arby’s Jamocha shake, In-N-Out, and Chick-fil-A). [48:15–49:49]
- Swapping stories about Ninja Turtles concerts, fast food chain slogans, and hilarious what-if pitch meetings for Jack in the Box mascots. [18:13, 50:05]
Notable Affirmation (Closing)
“Happiness is liking yourself, liking what you do, and liking the way you go about it.”
— Maya Angelou (as quoted by Josh Segarra) [51:17]
“Keep it really, really simple.” — Josh Segarra [51:55]
Important Timestamps
- Pro Wrestling discussion: [01:39–04:16]
- Comedy & acting origins: [05:04–07:13]
- Creative process on sitcoms: [07:30–09:12]
- Balancing fatherhood & acting: [10:26–11:09, 23:43–24:52]
- Game - What’s the Best Medicine?: [33:12–46:39]
- Notable quote on happiness: [51:17]
Overall Tone & Takeaway
The episode is friendly, warm, and relatable, offering heartfelt laughs and genuine life lessons. Josh Segarra’s positive, down-to-earth approach to both career and family, his affection for wrestling and old-school TV, and his philosophy of “keeping it simple” shine through—making this a feel-good episode for anyone seeking a little inspiration, nostalgia, and camaraderie.
Final Message:
Keep it simple, lean on those you love, and don’t sweat what you can’t control—whether you’re a Broadway star, a pro wrestler, a parent, or just someone trying to get through a tough week.