Rick & Esther Have A Connection w/ Nikki Glaser | #11 

2 people in love doing a podcast and using the guest as their therapist.

To defend Esther, Rick has basically developed the characters for this podcast. He does as many bits as he can find and slip into, but his filler between bits (which is bit also obvsiosuly) is dismissing everything Esther says and not letting any of her ideas or thoughts live for even 5 seconds. It’s a clear bit to pretend she’s dumb and bad at improv and bad at podcasting and human conversation. It actually does make a really good podcast that I love. But it’s also actually absurd to think any person can live in that Esther role for that long. Even if she’s the best playmate and generous and without ego - no one could. It’s probably what she signed up for based on previous amazing pods together - “I do bits and when I’m between bits I’ll be so mean to you and treat you like such garbage that it’s funny. But it’s only funny if it’s so unrelenting that it’s uncomfortable.” We love it because Rick is so funny with Esther - since she’s cool being the butt of jokes and bits and his superpower can really be unleashed with her. Even if Esther knows the deal, it frankly sucks for her sometimes. I know fans of hers that don’t like the pod because of that. It’s unreasonable for her live in that space for soooo long. The roasty jokes and mean stuff would be actually be fine with her i think if Rick specifically changed his treatment of her thoughts and ideas and conversation (like analogies which is why this triggered her). Let her talk and be a conversation partner a little so she doesn’t feel like she’s suffocating or getting punched every time she opens her mouth to contribute. Even if she tries to play in any way that isn’t just eating shite, she gets railroaded. Rick basically demands that everyone play with him but refuses to be a decent playmate for Esther for even just 10min an ep. It would add dynamics to the pod as well - because we can get exhausted too. There’s a happy medium where Rick can do his thing but she can actually breath and talk back. After this episode, this change is actually needed because we now know Esther is not actually having an awesome time always and we will look for it. You can both “have a time” but there’s a way to keep this thing just as hilarious and not have it be renamed “rick has a fun time and Esther chokes on unrelenting Ds for an hour.” Huge fan. Keep it up.

Oh I don’t know if this is gonna last with how serious they have been getting lately lmao

This should be called "Rick & Esther Have a Counselling Session"

I honestly hope this podcast doesn’t end and it can continuously flourish and we’ll be looking back at these episodes as the growing pains

I LOVE rick and esther’s friendship where they can play back and forth but also be vulnerable ❤️ tell me why i TEARED UP when esther said “i feel like you don’t like me, and i want you to like me” cuz it felt so genuine.. BABY HE wouldn’t have asked to do the original podcast with u years ago, and then revive it now, let alone be ur friend for 10+ years if he didn’t like u/ enjoy ur company or think u were funny❤️ love both ur comedic styles btw

The wit and emotional intelligence of Rick is amazing 🌹

Its called A time because its any kind of time good, bad , truth, jokes, awkward , comforting, etc. I like this podcast and wanna see it grow

awww esther, you're loved here. both you and Rick are great together. happy comments by people normally aren't as loud as negative comments. not everyone takes the time to comment nice things. I would advise esther to focus on the like count and view count and not the negative comments. people love you esther, you are funny. you are entertaining you are of high value. ❤

These real arguments are super necessary. it pull back the blinds. I believe most podcast hosts have shit like this happen but sweep it under the rug and act like there is never a problem to the audience. This is why it works with these two. Love you guys.

Rick is such a wonderful soul. Active listener, self aware, considerate of literally every single person, even those not in the room. Love you, Rick. Love all 3 of you. I can just see the conscious growth Rick continues to embody. Thanks for doing all the works, sir. 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

Lol I love when Rick drinks coffee and gets ultra quick and witty

In defense of Esther- Rick is a lot. I can’t imagine being the blunt of his jokes for an hour a week lol. Especially when his bit is being defensive when she fights back. Love u both ignore the bad comments Esther!!!!

Can’t believe they’ve made it #11 without Esther snapping

you can tell after the first 10 minutes rick is on eggshells lol sad cause the whole dynamic of the show was them taking shots at eachother. it’s a comedy podcast

I love how Rick started this podcast with his grandma and they have been able to keep it going so long

This is the 2nd act of a Romcom where the two realize their feelings for each other.

Rick & Esther fight about analogies again.

Esther you are a little meaner than Rick just in a different way 😂 saying I want this to be fun may not be the best way to make it fun

I reject the idea that everyone cheats. Just because Nikki and the company she keeps have been cheated on doesn't mean everyone is cheating

Esther either is actually that dumb that she doesn't understand why rick gets upset with her call outs. Rick's playfull jabs fit comically and are timed well, Esther just tries to throw random insults that throw everything off. Rick is upset cuz he is trying to explain why she's wrong, ..... or she's literally trolling him and gas lighting him. Either way it doesn't work. Rick is better on his own

Esther somewhat reminds me of Bobby Lee with his double standards, lol. He can pull and push on people, but people can't pull and push him around 😂 And Ricks competitive nature is very similar to Santino 😂

Good ol Esther, derailing the episode from the jump.

This was the greatest last episode! Let's do Nikki & Ricky try to have a time!

Tbh I used to love you guys together but Ester is killing the vibe almost everytime by being over emotional

signing up to get hammered by bits, Rick-style, is a brave move. When they are that frequent, they don't always hit. Good on Esther for plowing through, and Rick shifting modes after Nikki laid it out.. take the note from your cohost and move on even if they can't pinpoint the very fine line between funny insults and awkward ones 😅 let the comedy arise interspersed with some sincerity and friendliness, like seasoning a dish you don't always have 1 note. It was a meaningful pod. I hope Esther feels better soon!

1) Rick is quick and occasionally hilarious. 2) Rick is in insufferable. 3.) Insufferable trumps occasionally hilarious.

The way Rick turned a very serious relationship conversation about Esther and him into the intro for an add tickled my taint deeply.

This was such a good ep! Esther, you are loved! I felt so much when she said she doesn't feel like Rick likes her sometimes. The dynamic has been interesting through the episodes. It's made me reflect on the arguments my long term partner and I have had. Where cues are missed and connection becomes hard. It seems like both Rick and Esther are activating each other's insecurities in ways they don't realize in the moment. It makes me want to give Rick a hug when he feels like he can't be himself without being criticized and I want to give Esther a hug when she feels shut down by Rick when she's trying to play or make a point. Anyway I love this. Nikki was a great guest. And I won't buy your sheets but I'd definitely buy merch

This, in its own way, is GENUINELY the best, healthiest podcast I’ve ever seen

Rick sitting together with the audience trying to understand the female mind

Rick and ester r like siblings who ignored each other as kids and are only now getting along 😂

Hey Rick, i would LOVE to see Ari as a guest and hear what he has to say about your dynamic with Esther, from all the episodes i've seen he's the only one that really gets you and matches your energy perfectly, it would be such a treat episode having him sit between you and Esther

Trying to come up with a funny comment and boy are my arms tired.

Seeing Nikki do a podcast run is what ive wanted for so long!!!

This is like sugar free frenemies

Rick having to be nice to Esther is cruel and unusual punishment. Rick is truly a saint

Esther should be funny if she doesn’t want Rick to make fun of her

Figure it out or shut it down man, this isnst sustainable. I hate it when people tell you you're mad when your not. Its gaslighting 101. Also shes on a podcast that gets 10 x more vulger than anything Rick has ever said, but saying sucked and fucked jokingly is triggering. At some point Rick is gonna have too stop entertaining the hypocrasy.

I’m falling in love with this podcast. Y’all are so real in it about your dynamic and it’s so refreshing and relatable! Love u both and Nikki here!

Esther not understanding the double-standards of almost every one of her points on men and women is quite amusing to watch.

the vulnerability in this episode is 10/10 ✨✨✨

This feels like im still waiting for the epsidoe to start

It makes me so sad that Esther felt this way. I think you have great chemistry and are hysterical together. This podcast, when you go on each other’s podcast I literally laughed out loud at many times. You’re both really funny and bring different perspectives that are entertaining and helpful. I really hope that you guys consider doing this again in the future.

I honestly think Rick and Esther have an awesome dynamic between each other! Watching two people that have gone through shit checking in with one another and also be able to be themselves; perfect podcast! Love both you both! Also Nikki is always A++++ on any pod!

This is crossover of the century! I can't get enough Nikki, Esther and Rick❤

I opened RU-vid thinking “god I hope there’s a new Have a Time episode” and here we are

Rick’s story about power tripping on stars in PEP school 😂

I love that they left it all in, no edits. Heck yes. Thank you

If Rick didn't like Esther, he wouldn't be starting a podcast with her.

Love this episode and the communication 😂

The money in the meter moment was very real to the conversation😂 51:36

12:24 people just here for the reality tv feel of this pod lol

Hi Esther and Rick - Appreciate your hard work and patience entertaining us ❤

I love how they worked this out, this is the realest episode yet!

I think Rick's given it a good go but any magic that was in those original test episodes has gone.

Yay Been waiting all day to relax and watch this. Hello to all 😊

When Esther realizes she’s the highlight of the show she shares the intimacy and no one listens to her!!!!! It’s a little frightening and frustrating

I relate to all of them. Esther was super relatable for some reasons for me. But all of this is so relatable and my life is nothing like any of theirs. This is a nice discussion of human emotion and behavior irl. Thanks for sharing this 🧡🍄

Best episode so far, really enjoyed Rick and Esther getting along and complimenting each other. Fun episode 😊😊😊

My favourite episode. Love nikki glaser and esther in this one. Really great and humble conversation, connected well to this. thanks

I don’t understand why Esther can’t take ricks jokes but is ok with Annie’s on the other pod. She seems so much more comfortable and in charge there. Why can’t she channel that energy with Rick..?

Weird how Rick is the more normal one of the three lmao

I loved the "As MTG player... BOTH" lol

The whole podcast will work perfectly as soon as Ester understands how analogies work. I'm not trying to be harsh it's just that she's always cutting Rick off because of an analogy.

Such an amazing episode of Couple's Counselling 😅

Rich- I’m slow clapping your HS basketball career

ricks shoulders must hurt from carrying this pod😂

This is AMAZING to see. Our favorite comedians are always busy being goofy, and we need to see the realness sometimes. Please dont let it bring the pod down. Keep pushing! You guys will find a groove. Rick, chill out a little. Esther, give it back to Rick! Alot of times youre just taking it and not dishing it, which makes the dynamic come off mean from Rick. We want to see you guys have fun!

Do you know what that is? Nikki looks away, looks at you doing that, looks for the thing that doesn’t exist, again. Lol.

23:46 Rick you crack me up😂 I laughed way too hard at this

Prize picks was your best ad promo ✊🏾 great transition and great teamwork.

Dang, Glaze is way more chill than one would expect.

Rick and Esther will never work. They’re on completely different frequencies. Also, Rick has more neurodivergent thinking (I apply the same logic to almost everything that he says, even though many speaking to him seem confused or aren’t on the same page as him, and I’m “neurodivergent”). It’s not a bad thing, you just have a fundamentally different way of thinking and value/notice different things to others. I understand every single one of Ricks analogies and I feel it goes over Esther’s head lol

again never too late for "rick and Lisa (gilroy) have a time"

I love how Nikki's ear perked up once there was a chance of RIck being a bad boy when he was younger... she has a type for sure :D

I'm glad Esther said something bc I think Rick has the tendency to try to "win at conversation". He always says he needs people to be direct with him soooooo here ya go Rick

Esther definitely sounds fed up and I think she should have the same pushback with Annie on trash tuesday

Does Rick realize that his verbal,facial and bodylanguage all say angry/combative when he thinks he being funny/happy. As a human it raly hard to read one think when you are seeing another.

even as a fan of both of you, this issues esther was talking about has caused me not to click on your new episodes. Ricks bits intentionally put you down or make you look dumb. it’s not only not enjoyable to watch but it makes me sad for you🥲 just wanted to say that because I see a lot of comments saying you’re not a comedian because… you have boundaries? Anyways it seems like Rick recognized them today and you feel better so I’m happy to see that happen, and it was a really enjoyable episode. Again just wanted to let you know, Esther, that what you said to Rick was definitely not out of pocket in any way. Very valid.

this show is really catching its stride, incredible conversations this ep

Ok honestly, super vulnerable but I’m in a weird time rn where I finished school and don’t have a lot of friends to hang out with. So I’m missing out on the whole talking out ideas and having arguments to see the point of view from another person. And this podcast has been helping me fill that void. I really like the dynamic. You both are funny and mindful and intentional and genuine but play off each other really well. Like you hold each other accountable, you voice your opinions. It’s great. I try to pick a favorite between you two but I can’t, it changes each episode which is a good thing. Hope to hear more

Nikki has a healing energy about her! She turned this episode in to a therapy session with her energy💚😂

either there is something wrong with the lighting, or esther is a vampire

I hope rick sees that the dynamic btw them on the show has unfortunately bled out in to the comment section with a lot of unwarranted esther bashing

The three of these ppl. Need their own podcast.

“IM NOT TRIGGERED BY YOU” -Rick when he’s triggered 💗🫶

Esther isn't built for this comedy

I love Rick for who he is as a comedian and for who he is as a person (atleast the version in which we see online) but I gotta say this podcast was NEEDED for him and Esther. It was refreshing to see him be a little more real just enough to make it clear on his stance on things and how he truly feels- cuz it sets the tone for future podcasts cuz we know how he is with his humor but at the same time I get it to where as a co-host somedays you just need it to be a little toned down cuz it can be combative or hard to even know how to reply to some of the stuff he says.. like if she says something snarky she’s being a bitch but if he says something snarky and she doesn’t smile and take it and actually says something sassy back then it’s like woah calm down woman what’s YOUR problem? Lmao I get the joke and it’s hilarious but it can be hard when you think of actual longevity for this podcast to have a future cuz like for how long can it go on if basically anything Esther says and does is scoffed at? Lol she likes being the butt of the joke but ya gotta break urself down sometimes so their can be room for growth and deeper conversations so this pod can actually keep going otherwise Esther will just show up and say nothing and I’m sure some ppl would love that as they are just woman hating douche bags but I think Rick should respect his cohost enough to let ppl know, I can make fun of her but you fucks must know that she is amazingly talented and this is a joke so for any of u men hate watching . You’d be surprised how many men prob think that’s how Rick truly is and they enjoy seeing him crush Esther constantly and enjoy the fact Esther says less and less each podcast so at that point why even have a cohost lol- not gon lie tho… I like when Rick is 85 percent asshole and 15 percent nice.. SIDENOTE: NG tho…its lowkey HOT AF 🔥😈 when he’s complimentary and real for a moment cuz it’s so rare to see hahahaha😅

Esther is like the little sister that wants to feel validated by the “cooler” older brother but the cooler older brother is just a nerd

it feels like this podcast is going to end every single episode

Love Esther and Rick together. Sending Esther some extra love 💕

Shit I bust out laughing at the “mah-ho-nay” joke in the ads 😂😂😂 Rick is the business

Rick doing the "I get like this, and you get like this.." and doing the stupid faces was gold

This trio needs to happen more often!!! Love Nikki ❤

I think 54:39 was the most profound and impactful moment of this series so far, and I hope that everyone gets to experience it.

This is the greatest dysfunctional relationship

Loved the episode!👍

Appreciated the MtG reference Rick. I love that game, mostly playing digitally. I became aware of your podcast when you had The Professor, it was recommended by the algo but I didn’t listen; however I got into comedy podcasts about 6 months ago and saw you on TigerBelly..been on cloud 9 since then and your comedy is my favorite, HAT is prob my fav lineup overall because I adore Esther you are the two funniest rn. Btw I suggested to LSV from the magic community to reach out about doing content. It’d be awesome if you and Post Malone did something!

Ester imagine Rick as Annie, she jokes with you all the time and it’s not taken personal