Love on the Spectrum | Absolutely Not with Heather McMahan | March 20, 2024

On this episode, Heather has some very special guests in the studio. Connor and Tanner are both 25 year olds navigating love on the hit Netflix show, Love on the Spectrum. Heather also gets to have a very special chat with their moms, Lise and Nicci, about raising their kids and how life has changed post Netflix.
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About Heather: Heather McMahan is an actress, stand-up and podcaster (Absolutely Not! with Heather McMahan) whose first special, “Son I Never Had!” (Netflix) premiered on October 17, 2023. McMahan is currently on the road with “The Comeback Tour,” her second national tour which comes on the heels of her sold-out show at NYC’s Radio City Music Hall. She has also taken to the red carpet as an E! correspondent for the EMMYS, Grammys and Oscars.

[@kiahbailey7340]

Connor whispering “oh dear” when heather was explaining Kate Middleton being MIA 😂

[@marthainks2910]

Just love that Connor

[@Banana-xt9po]

I was hoping he wasn’t too anxious after she told him about it 😭

[@BigJonkulous]

I wonder if he thinks the recent video of her is AI generated. That whole royal family is weird as hell.

[@blzrchick2]

"Obviously" Connor in response to putting grapes next to the soda in the bag hahaha, I love him

[@gangbabeee1313]

The yawning is sending me 😂😂😂

[@Patrickbsfan2]

We are easily fatigued especially by social situations, also anxiety yawning is a thing.

[@kdholden]

Good explanation. I was wondering if it was perhaps some sort of jet lag perhaps?

[@Pinkorchid72]

Made me yawn too!

[@paimonspie8913]

@@kdholdenI think it’s cause it gets ur blood flowing to your brain to keep it more alert!!

[@Sweetbeeindatree]

In the show he’s in he explains that his yawning is a nervous tick 😊

[@lovemandagrace]

Can we give Heather some shoutouts?? Shes engaging and beyond respectful. I love her now.

[@Pinkorchid72]

She is definitely respectful and I appreciate that so much, having a daughter with autism too.

[@parisss333sm]

Love

[@Cinnamon.girl__]

I just found your channel and I was drawn in because I love Tanner and Connor but I stuck around because you’re an amazing conversationist! I bet there’s not one dull moment with you

[@RonHarrisIII]

Connor and Tanner need a podcast together ASAP. We would eat that up!

[@asasbs1411]

It'd be chaos

[@siobhanlinden194]

It's so beautiful to see autism in such a real and humanizing way. I really got to love each of the young people navigating life and love on the show. The mom's are such kick ass, supportive women. Their hard work really shows

[@kklein2]

Heather, I didn’t think I could love you more ❤ You are a gem and this episode is so special and endearing. What a great interview with Tanner & Connor and their amazing moms 🤗

[@marthahalsey-lyda9595]

Great job Heather. Tanner & Connor are delightful and "Love on the Spectrum" is beautiful.

[@neonice]

14:55 This moment really shows that Heather is such an amazing host. Connor got stumped by the question but she totally took the pressure off and then they got a super natural conversation and he could answer. :D

[@cteeuws]

You are seriously a great interviewer. You were so awesome with them and they are such sweet guys!

[@aldenmckee]

Also, i need to write down all of Connor’s one-liners for future use.

[@emmakatesmith1368]

I love this soooo much. These two are shining examples of why life is so beautiful. Look at how many things there are to love!!!!

[@pinkfeet518]

Connor just causally bringing up how he’s gonna be on broadway is the most Connor thing ever

[@crystalunderwood6785]

I could absolutely NOT love these 2 guys more. They are amazing! Lights of the world ❤

[@mackenziewilber]

Heather, I am so floored by your kindness, grace and humor with these young men ❤❤

[@dianakozak9921]

Heather, you’re going to make the best mom ever, obsessed with this episode

[@baileyfreligh1277]

These guys don’t even know how phenomenal they are! Not Tanner knowing absolutely nothing about the movie but still knowing who was in it! 😂

[@Dancewithloveforever]

These moms are everything to me. It’s so cheesy to say but my mom is just like these 2 & I wish everyday I could share her with the world. This love, compassion, care, strength and intelligence is everything I hope to be one day as a mom.

[@dayxdayhandcraftedjewelry]

Heather, you would make such a wonderful teacher. Im obsessed with this interview.

[@bagibleep]

“Bradley Cooper!!” 2:30 Tanner: 🥱

[@kdholden]

Their schedule must have been crazy. Seems out of the norm for Tanner to be so tired.

[@scottarnold4042]

I watched Love on the Spectrum after listening to you and Jeff talk about it on the podcast. The show made me laugh out loud but also brought me to tears because it’s such a reminder of the strength of the human spirit and how dating sucks for ALL of us! We are more alike than we are different. Heather - this episode was once again a masterclass in how to interview people with the right mixture of respect, compassion and humor. To you and your team - keep up the great work!

[@Pinkorchid72]

I stumbled across it browsing Netflix and binged the entire thing on the weekend! Loved that series

[@Oak23722]

Such a refreshing podcast to see! I’m a 23 year old mom and I have an autistic 3 year old. Thanks for this💓

[@JCDickerson]

I love the way Tanner can rattle off a list quicker than shit!!!

[@kdholden]

I know right!? He listed off his 10 favorite books in like 5 seconds. So impressive

[@thewholenesshome]

Heather you are absolutely phenomenal in this interview it blessed my heart immensely to hear how engaging and genuine you are with these young men. You are going to be an incredible mother 💛🕊️✨

[@emilychandler4932]

The best part of my day. Connor and tanner are such sweethearts, I wish I could start every day with them

[@lsutcliffe9789]

Absolutely love this interview! Solid gold. Love you Heather.

[@carriesteed9078]

So many funny and endearing moments. The chat with both moms after was an Absolutely YES. Thank you for that. Such a great episode.

[@JCDickerson]

Loved getting to hear from the moms!!! They are amazing 🎉

[@Beachbum670]

These moms are just wow. As a new mom myself, these women are such an inspiration. I hope they do more pods and shows because moms need to hear more about their experience! And we all love Tanner and Conner! 🩵🩵

[@coffeeismyvice1912]

The yawns!! Lol

[@kdholden]

They both seem so exhausted but someone else mentioned it is a symptom of social anxiety? I'm not sure but I can imagine we aren't seeing real time, not perfectly edited.

[@mackenziewilber]

This was the most precious thing I’ve ever seen ❤ Heather, you’re a natural with these young men.

[@FrancieMoon9]

Connor and Tanner are SO lucky they come from such loving and supportive families!!

[@SarahLynn-v3e]

Omg I absolutely love you and this makes my love for grow stronger ! I am so in love with these two guys and the 3 of you together 🤯 ps you are a dream guest on Jeff Lewis

[@ToughLuckHaze]

These women are the true definition of a hero

[@KerriSantsaver]

Heather, I loved this podcast so much!! The boys were awesome and you did a great job highlighting their amazing mamas!

[@TheHeatherMcMahan]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@brittanymcmillan6580]

This was just wonderful. Thank you for giving these families a platform to share how wonderful they are!

[@tray7753]

Oh heather I love you so much. This was beautiful and so amazing

[@TheHeatherMcMahan]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@HopelessKitten]

I absolutely loved this podcast! You are the perfect person to interview these guys! 🥳

[@TheHeatherMcMahan]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Kaitlyn.Cole90]

I love you Heather! Love on the spectrum was such a an amazing show thank you for this cross over. So wholesome! Why are their moms so hot.

[@alborowsky]

Heather, you were incredible with them. This was so refreshing!

[@justinmeyer6044]

Hi Heather. This was such a great interview. I'm so glad that I saw Love on the Spectrum. I think all of the cast members are amazing and love hearing their stories 🙂.

[@aldenmckee]

Great job Heather!! 🥰 Long time fan/follower/listener and loved this episode so much. Everybody needs to watch ‘Love on the Spectrum’ ❣️❣️

[@makenziekrenek3190]

This is my FAVORITE. ❤️ The absolute perfect person for this interview🥰 We love you Heather.

[@jesseve646]

Oh I love that these two amazing moms have connected! I would watch if they made a podcast together. So many struggling moms would benefit from their journey.

[@maryjojaggar9254]

Love this - such a great interview - with 2 strong moms too!

[@christinebojda6099]

This is my favorite episode! Heather does such an amazing job talking with this fabulous young men. I’ve never even seen the show, but now I will be watching it for sure!

[@TheHeatherMcMahan]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@brittanylavelletulla3361]

One of my favorite episodes yet!!!!

[@yasminclarke6765]

So crazy! I literally binged their show last night. I can’t believe that I waited so long to watch it. I love that you have them on your show. I loved it.

[@kyliwhitacre9572]

this was such a good podcast! heather is a great interviewer!!

[@erikabouffard2244]

So impressed and proud of these mothers, they are amazing.

[@KGYall]

What an Absolutely Yes of a conversation 🎉

[@madelynsheets4339]

God she’s amazing. So invested and listening to them is so special

[@ciao2315]

I’m beyond excited for this one!! These two were so fun to get to know on their show and now with you Heather! Love that you had the Moms on too!! 💚💚💚

[@tidypeaches]

Great mothers!!!

[@hannahschaaf5044]

Such a good interview!

[@marthainks2910]

I really enjoyed this interview. The boys were great. Conner I am such a fan. I have so much respect for the mothers

[@chelseaputnam4456]

I would love to see them on more podcasts!

[@tesfadubey287]

These two are just the best!!!!

[@Alexian9]

I loved their season!

[@vickie30]

Great interview..

[@astoria2015]

Good job moms bless you for bringing your sons up so wonderfully 💝⭐💝⭐💋

[@LginTx]

Do you remember what you ate? Heather: Not really Tanner: a detailed monologue on exactly what he did/ate in perfect order 😂

[@Em-yy1td]

Absolutely love these two!!!! So happy to see them on a podcast! Thank you for having them ❤❤

[@kelseygulledge6893]

All three are so great and endearing! Love this and I’m only 10 minutes in ❤

[@brennam1252]

Came here from a tik tok clip. Amazing! Your interviewing is incredible

[@Awe_chanse]

This was a beautifully charming conversation!!! 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@FrancieMoon9]

Great video!!

[@janahopefloyd]

I’m a fellow autism mom & this podcast is so refreshing. It’s like looking into the future (I can only hope)!

[@mnorris8484]

My cheeks hurt from smiling the whole time

[@katiekopp903]

Connor looks so bored, checking his watch and spacing out lol ..Tanner yawning 😂

[@kathywu9100]

My two faves! So great to see them thriving.

[@karencoca2584]

Beautiful episode! Love those fellas! ❤❤

[@kristinesnyder2187]

This is absolutely amazing and I'm only 5min in.

[@CaliRoseKnows27]

I love Tanner, he’s so polite 😊

[@pamelahutchison1378]

So sweet love them

[@jessicareynolds9088]

This was awesome ladies and gents!!! Rockstar moms

[@Purranne]

Heather this was so touching 🥲 the three if you are incredible!

[@chelseaputnam4456]

This was such an amazing podcast episode ❤️🥰

[@brandireid7405]

One of my new favorite episodes ❤

[@imikins1]

Cannot wait for this one

[@xosammyj09]

This was fantastic ❤

[@user-rn5un7kh2p]

Not her talking to the guys and about them like they’re kids

[@IndecisivegurrlAlex]

This is so sweet

[@imikins1]

Absolutely loved this! ❤

[@Francisrca]

Amazing episode great guests 🤍

[@clevermissfox]

Just started and are there three lovelier people?? This is fun

[@emmakatesmith1368]

down to earth ready to learn and excited about life!!!! no better attitude towards to world

[@LginTx]

Tanner gives me life

[@JohnChicken0416]

They are the best

[@cameronquisenglovify]

The sweetest I love this ❤

[@jennygreenteeth2910]

I love you heather

[@amandam7452]

Love this!!

[@adr8264]

It was probably not easy for them to hear and listen to her speed talking in abundance.

[@bryanweissbach2516]

amazing interview 👏🙌🏼

[@TheHeatherMcMahan]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@madgk22]

Loved this!

[@Yoa8]

❤ this collab

[@LilyForgach]

Amazing episode

[@FrancieMoon9]

I am on the spectrum too and I have a hard time dating. When I do date, it seems the relationships are difficult to manage.

[@FrancieMoon9]

I love Johnny Cash too, Connor!

[@QuantaviusHuggins311]

Best episode ever. Bring them back with robin & galawlady

[@crystal3059]

I feel like you could have let them talk a little more instead of talking over them so much.

[@Patrickbsfan2]

Podcasts typically go like that