pplpod Episode 31 dives into Retta’s rise—from stand-up stages to scene-stealing TV force. We trace the early comedy grind, the Parks and Recreation breakthrough as Donna Meagle (and the cultural staying power of “Treat Yo’ Self”), and the pivot to high-stakes dramedy with Good Girls. Along the way, we unpack her superpowers: unflappable deadpan, elegant timing, and a warmth that makes sharp lines land even sharper. We touch on authorship with her memoir So Close to Being the Sht, Y’all Don’t Even Know*, hosting turns, and how she built a career that flexes between jokes, drama, and genuine connection—without losing the cool.

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