Ronna and Beverly

Ronna Marlene Glickman (née Levine) and Beverly Ginsberg (née Schiff, née Ginsberg, née Kahn, née Frisch) are the 50-something (born 1962) characters created and embodied by actor/comedians Jessica Chaffin and Jamie Denbo. They hosted a podcast on the Earwolf network from 2011 until 2017 wherein they interviewed/interrogated a celebrity guest, interacted with one another, and dispensed advice to listeners. Chaffin and Denbo developed their characters in 2006 when they were asked to host an all-Jewish 'Kosher Christmas Show' at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre.

Ronna and Beverly
Presentation
GenreComedy
FormatTalk Show
LanguageEnglish
Publication
ProviderEarwolf
Websitehttp://ronnaandbeverly.com/

Live performances from the pair are frequently advertised as "seminars" in which their characters discuss the fictional book they co-authored, "You'll Do a Little Better Next Time: A Guide to Marriage and Re-marriage for Jewish Singles." After introducing the book, either Chaffin or Denbo will often add the clarification, "It says Jewish in the name, but it's for everyone!"[1]

Podcast

Episodes of their eponymous podcast, Ronna and Beverly, were released every two weeks by Earwolf. Guests included people working in comedy, as well as actors, authors, and filmmakers. The podcast premiered on May 25, 2011.[2] In episode 161 on June 15, 2017 (not long after they started teasing the possibility of releasing weekly episodes), Ronna and Beverly suddenly announced they were taking off "for the summer." Since then, no new episodes have been released and the actresses have not appeared together in character. Jessica Chaffin has kept Ronna alive by appearing in character as a guest on other podcasts and by maintaining an Instagram account. On the April 16, 2018 episode of the Why Mommy Drinks podcast, guest Jamie Denbo confirmed that she "used to" have a podcast called Ronna and Beverly, ostensibly indicating the conclusion of the series.

On March 11, 2019 Denbo announced she will be launching a spinoff podcast titled Beverly In LA on Stitcher Premium.

Spinoff Podcasts

Beverly in LA

Denbo currently hosts a solo spin-off podcast on the Stitcher network titled Beverly in LA chronicling the life of Beverly Ginsberg as she pursues wellness and explores various means of living a healthier, more mindful life in Los Angeles.

Ask Ronna

In November, 2019 Chaffin and co-host Bryan Safi premiered a new podcast called Ask Ronna, in which Chaffin continues to appear as Ronna Glickman. Safi and Chaffin's show focuses on requests for advice and questions from listeners, and often feature a celebrity guest.[3]

Television

In 2009, a television pilot,[4] based on the two women was produced by Showtime,[5] with Jenji Kohan co-writing and co-producing and with Paul Feig directing. The pilot was not picked up.

In 2012, British network Sky Atlantic aired one season of a chat show, starring Ronna and Beverly. The 6-episode run was also directed by Paul Feig.[6] Guests included such as Jon Hamm, Michael Bolton, Will Arnett, Warwick Davis, David Walliams, and Alan Cumming, among others.[7]

Live performances

Ronna and Beverly perform monthly in Los Angeles at the UCB-LA Theatre. They also brought their show to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in 2010.[8] The characters make especial fuss over their international lifestle, and London is a frequent topic of note on their podcast and in print.[9] In 2010, Denbo and Chaffin performed in as Ronna and Beverly for a brief run at London's Soho Theatre.[10]

Podcast episodes
Episode #TitleGuest
1Julie KlausnerJulie Klausner
2Paul F. TompkinsPaul F. Tompkins
3Justin KirkJustin Kirk
4Paul FeigPaul Feig
5Nick KrollNick Kroll
6Jen KirkmanJen Kirkman
7Andy RichterAndy Richter
8Jon DalyJon Daly
9Ana OrtizAna Ortiz
10Joel SteinJoel Stein
11Martha PlimptonMartha Plimpton
12Paget BrewsterPaget Brewster
13Jimmy PardoJimmy Pardo
14Rob RiggleRob Riggle
15Harris WittelsHarris Wittels
16Donna KaganDonna Kagan
17Barbara VinickBarbara Vinick
18David SabinoDavid Sabino
19Vacation CrashingHeather Donahue
20London CallingJeff Garlin
21Hollywood's Night to ShineJoey McIntyre
22Never ForgetIlana Glazer, Abbi Jacobson
23Facebook and Toilet PaperNatasha Leggero
23.5MinisodeNone
24Red Leather Yellow LeatherElizabeth Reaser
25Museum of DeathMarc Maron
26TanlinesTanlines
27Superfudge for GirlsConnie Britton
28Stolen SpanxScott Aukerman
29Gangrene & Ice CreamMichael Strahan
30The Kramer of VeepMatt Walsh
31BabysittingMorgan Murphy
32Not PersonalSteve Agee
33Alpha-NerdJohn Ross Bowie
34Jack of All TradesBrandon Johnson
35Growing PainsJune Diane Raphael
36Cartoon Dixie CupBrian Huskey
37Blossom In The NerdsKevin Sussman
38The Podcast MashTony Hale
39Bar Mitzvah Teddy BearShaun Sperling
40Animated Picture FramePaul Gilmartin
41Wonderful Podcast Time!Jake Fogelnest
42The Live Hanukkah SpecialPaul F. Tompkins, Paget Brewster & Angela Kinsey
43Bubba the Love NutRich Sommer
44Sephardic Indiana JonesGil Ozeri
45Unlocked DaydreamerKatie Dippold
46Live at the San Francisco Sketch FestJonathan Coulton, James Reichmuth
47Oscar Wrap-Up!Sam Pancake
48Hometown HeroNate Corddry
49Passover 2013None
50A Nutter ButterKevin Pollak
51Old Fashioned Kitchen TimerTed Griffin
52LIVE w/ Rob Delaney & David WainRob Delaney, David Wain
53Gym RashJim Rash
54Bubble GigglesKulap Vilaysack
55Dagger FingersSarah Baker
56Young Griffin DunneJosh Fadem
57The See's ProposalAlison Rosen
58Peanut Butter CupSteve Agee
59Live From MontrealNick Kroll, Andy Kindler
60LIVE w/ Ben Schwartz & Mark FeuersteinBen Schwartz, Mark Feuerstein
61Pocket SassJudy Reyes
62I am A Hungry GirlLisa Lillien
63Happy EyebrowsAdam Ray
64Live From LondonMorwenna Banks, Jonathan Simpson
65Boyfriend CloudKate Walsh
66Everyone Makes MistakesAndy Daly
67Happy ThanksgivingkkahNone
68Uterus ChatLeslie Grossman
69LIVE w/ Nia Vardalos and Bob HarperNia Vardalos, Bob Harper
70LIVE w/ Jacki Weaver and Patrick J. AdamsJacki Weaver, Patrick J. Adams
71German Shepherd On A LeashBob Harper
72Live At Riot L.A.Paul Scheer
73Live at the San Francisco Sketch Fest 2014Michael Ian Black, Bob Harper
74The Oscar SpecialJace Lacob, Kate Aurthur & Adam B. Vary
75Myrin AnimalArden Myrin
76I Need A Ticket for Rosh HashanahStephen Tobolowsky
77Jason Nash Bought an XboxJason Nash
78Viking TennisJanet Varney
79The Advice Show!None
80Chocolate MuffDana Goodman, Julia Wolov
81Bikini, MeDavid Huntsberger
82Period FaceHumphrey Ker
83Crammer or CreamerHoward Kremer
84A Fatted CalfDanielle Schneider, Dannah Phirman
85Voice of the InternetRichard Lawson
86Co Ne DreeeEliot Glazer
87The Laimest Couple In The WorldElizabeth Laime, Andy Rosen
88Cute as a Baby SealSarah Burns
89Uber SmartJerry O'Connell
90Just JenjiJenji Kohan
91EGhost DogSean Sakimae
91.5Ghost of Bob OdenkirkBob Odenkirk
92Eat Over ThereMatt Besser
93Honey JugJoe Lo Truglio
94The Advice Episode!None
95LIVE from UCB-SunsetJack Black, Paul F. Tompkins
96Green GroverNate Corddry
97Spatchcock a ChickenChristopher Noxon
98I Don't Want To MeetaphobiaGabrielle Union, Regina Hall
99Gluten Free MorningLindsey Stoddart, Leslie Bibb
100OSCAR PredictionsAdam B. Vary, Kate Aurthur
101Modern World ThrowbackTavi Gevinson
102Candy CrisisDrew Droege
103Listener MailNone
104Uncle Matty BoyEugene Cordero
105Brewster's MillionsPaget Brewster
106From Skater Bro to Penguin GothRobin Lord Taylor
107Advice For All!None
108Live At UCB w/ Jeff Garlin, Matt WalshJeff Garlin, Matt Walsh
109My Body Is MagicLouis Peitzman
110Shaq StomachMitch Silpa
111More Advice for You!None
112Mr. TerrificEcho Kellum
113Oprah Gayle UnderwearDiablo Cody
114Quip Fire!Ellie Kemper
115From Nannying to StardomKatie Lowes
116Live at UCB w/ Danny Pudi, Paul F. TompkinsDanny Pudi, Paul F. Tompkins
117Advice For Your LifeNone
11801907 The MagazinePhil Rosenthal
119Live at UCB w/ Ravi Patel, Jack McGeeRavi Patel, Jack McGee
120Two Bevs Don’t Make A RightJessica St. Clair
121Super Joel SteinJoel Stein
122My B-Day with Joan RiversGearoid Farrelly
123Walking PaintbrushZoë Bell
124Advice for 2016!None
125Live at the San Francisco Sketch Fest 2016Guy Branum, Kate Micucci
126Live at UCB w/ Ben Feldman, Reid ScottBen Feldman, Reid Scott
127The 2016 OSCAR PodcastKate Aurthur, Adam B. Vary, & Jarett Wieselman
128Kevin Deserves a SandwichKevin Kirkpatrick
129LIVE at UCB Sunset with Kulap Vilaysack and Michael ConstantiniKulap Vilaysack, Sam Kieffer
130Bedroom EyesPaul W. Downs
131Advice You NeedNone
132Tip My BeanieBeanie Feldstein
133Samurai at HeartAlly Maki
134Walk into their OfficeTroy Walker
135Something Something about the CaseTami Sagher
136Cuddly Canadian Teddy BearKristian Bruun
137Live from The Bell House NYC with Ellie Kemper, Wyatt CenacEllie Kemper, Wyatt Cenac
138Cynthia D'Aprix Sweeney Is An InspirationCynthia D'Aprix Sweeney
139Jessi Klein Says You Gotta Lie UpJessi Klein
140Rachel Bloom Has A Very Sexual BrainRachel Bloom
141Ben Platt Is A Soul Cycle FiendBen Platt
142Stay Healthy with Our AdviceNone
143Foxy Knoxy with Leslie Grossman and Adam O'ByrneLeslie Grossman, Adam O'Byrne
144English Chocolate Passion with Matt CookMatt Cook
145Live at Now Hear This with Jimmy PardoJimmy Pardo
145.5Bonus Episode: Matt McConkeyMatt McConkey
146Jordan Black Is A PopperJordan Black
147Live from Boston Jewish Film Festival w/ Eugene MirmanEugene Mirman
148Charles Rogers Is A Voice of the GenerationCharles Rogers
149D'Arcy Carden Added The Apostrophe HerselfD'Arcy Carden
150Pam Fryman Does It EffortlesslyPam Fryman
151Ana Ortiz Knows How To MarchAna Ortiz
152LIVE from the SF Sketchfest w/ James Urbaniak and Arden MyrinJames Urbaniak, Arden Myrin
153The 2017 OSCAR PodcastAdam B. Vary, Jarett Wieselman & Kate Aurthur
154SNL's Chris Kelly Heads the SketchChris Kelly
155Michael and Sarah Bennett Help You Choose WiselyDr. Michael I. Bennett, Sarah Bennett
156Santina Muha Doesn't See WheelsSantina Muha
157Dave Holmes Gets His PrepsDave Holmes
158LIVE from Largo w/ Paul F. Tompkins and America FerreraPaul F. Tompkins, America Ferrera
159Live from the 9:30 Club w/ Ned PriceNed Price
160Live from The Bell House w/ Chris Gethard and Rachel DratchChris Gethard, Rachel Dratch
161Live from The Bell House w/ Jill Kargman and Robin Lord TaylorJill Kargman, Robin Lord Taylor

References
  1. https://www.earwolf.com/show/ronna-beverly/, Retrieved February 5 2020
  2. Earwolf Show Page
  3. https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/anchor-podcasts-provider-2/ask-ronna-with-ronna-amp-bryan#/, Retrieved February 2 2020
  4. "Encyclopedia of Television Pilots, 1937-2012"
  5. Katherine Rosman (December 29, 2009). ""Ronna and Beverly": How the Showtime Sitcom Went from Cancellation to Sensation - Speakeasy". The Wall Street Journal. Retrieved April 10, 2015.
  6. IMDB
  7. "Ronna & Beverly - Sky Atlantic Chat Show - British Comedy Guide". Com. Retrieved April 10, 2015.
  8. "Ronna and Beverly - Edinburgh Fringe 2010 - British Comedy Guide". Com. Retrieved April 10, 2015.
  9. "Ronna & Beverly interview - Comedy - Time Out London". Timeout.com. Retrieved April 10, 2015.
  10. "Ronna And Beverly Bring Their 'Anti-Press-Junket' Chat Show To London". Huffingtonpost.co.uk. Retrieved April 10, 2015.
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