Absolutely Not

Heather McMahan brings stand-up comedian energy to Absolutely Not, and the result is one of the most consistently funny podcasts aimed at young women. With over 360 episodes and a 4.9 rating from nearly 14,000 reviews, Heather has built something that resonates deeply with listeners who want to laugh about the absurdity of everyday life. No topic is off-limits, and Heather's delivery is sharp enough to make even mundane observations land. The show has a signature feature called the Absolutely NOT-Line -- a voicemail hotline where listeners call in with their problems, stories, and questions for Heather to react to. These segments are often the funniest part of any given episode, because the combination of real listener chaos and Heather's unscripted reactions creates genuine comedy. Guest episodes feature people like CNN's Kaitlan Collins and fellow comedians, but the solo episodes with the hotline segments are the bread and butter. Episodes run about 45 minutes to an hour, drop weekly, and cover everything from relationship drama and family dynamics to travel disasters and social commentary. Heather has a particular talent for taking a frustrating situation and finding the exact angle that makes it hilarious. The show has earned comparisons to calling your funniest friend, and that is about right. If you need a podcast that will reliably make you laugh, Absolutely Not has been doing that for several years running.