Spilling Your Seed
Join Chloe Troast as she uncovers the surprising ancestral roots of celebrities and comedians. Each episode reveals shocking connections, hidden histories, and heartfelt discoveries — all through the lens of expert genetic analysis and historical sleuthing. From legendary bloodlines to long-buried family secrets, this is where the past meets personality.
Seasons
1. Ben Marshall Has Giraffe DNA
Air Date: 2025-11-11
Chloe is joined by Ben Marshall, a first-year cast member on Saturday Night Live. Together, they unpack Ben's complex DNA patterns and ancestral history, including his giraffe ancestors and a secret daughter.
2. Grace Reiter's Ancestors Were Chamber Maids
Air Date: 2025-11-18
Chloe is joined by Grace Reiter, an online content creator and podcast host. Together, they dive into Grace's rich ancestral history and reveal some shocking information about her home state of Wisconsin.
3. Aaron Chen Descends from Philosophers
Air Date: 2025-11-25
Chloe is joined by Aaron Chen, an actor and comedian from Sydney, Australia. Together, they dive into Aaron's lineage of mullets as well as his placement on various types of spectrums.
4. Ivy Wolk's Grandmother Was a Witch
Air Date: 2025-12-02
Chloe is joined by Ivy Wolk, a comedian and actress known for her dark humor and standout roles in Anora and English Teacher. The two dive into Ivy’s complicated family history—and confront the disproportionate age gap between the two of them.
5. Jake Cornell's Family Built Stonehenge
Air Date: 2025-12-09
Chloe is joined by stand-up comedian and content creator, Jake Cornell. The two explore Jake's sweet tooth origin, as well as the reason his grandfather was kicked out of the army.
6. Sienna Hubert-Ross Won The Genetic Lottery
Air Date: 2025-12-16
Chloe is joined by Sienna Hubert-Ross, a touring stand-up comedian. The duo explores Sienna's ties to a prominent political figure, then later dive into her religious upbringing.
1. Gianmarco Soresi Descends from a Traveling Circus
Air Date: 2026-01-20
Chloe is joined by stand-up comedian, Gianmarco Soresi. The duo explores Gianmarco's Italian heritage, as well as a workout routine from a distant relative.
2. Grace Kuhlenschmidt's Grandmother Was a Town Cryer
Air Date: 2026-01-27
Chloe is joined by comedian Grace Kuhlenschmidt. The duo explores the origin of Grace's last name, as well as her long lineage of female roommates.
3. John Higgins Has Mozzarella In His Blood
Air Date: 2026-02-03
Chloe is joined by comedian John Higgins. Together, the duo delves into John's ancestors journeying on the Mayflower, as well as his eating habits in college.
4. Richard Perez Has Mermaid DNA
Air Date: 2026-02-10
Chloe is joined by comedian Richard Perez. Together, the duo delves into Richard's obsession with bunnies, his emo phase, and his "golden throat".
5. Ike Ufomadu Descends from Penguin Breeders
Air Date: 2026-02-17
Chloe is joined by comedian and actor Ike Ufomadu. Together, the duo delves into Ike's roots in New Orleans jazz, as well as his family history of breeding penguins.
6. Sabrina Brier's Family Invented TikTok
Air Date: 2026-02-24
Chloe is joined by comedian Sabrina Brier. Together, the duo delves into Sabrina's ties to William Shakespeare, Mark Twain, and a medieval business called "Leeches for Girls"
1. Martin Herlihy Has Boy Scout Lineage
Air Date: 2026-04-14
Chloe is joined by SNL writer Martin Herlihy. Together, the duo delves into Martin's boy scout ancestry, his great grandfather Fennick, and Martin's ability to identify indie singers.
2. Kyle Gordon Descends From Weeaboos
Air Date: 2026-04-21
Chloe is joined by comedian and songwriter Kyle Gordon. Together, the duo delves into Kyle's loud roots, college a capella, as well as a fateful trip to Japan.
3. Mary Shalaby Has Lil Stinker DNA
Air Date: 2026-04-28
Chloe is joined by comedian and online star Mary Shalaby. Together, the duo delves into the origin of Mary's voice, her love of dogs, and the greatest stunt she's ever pulled.
4. Kareem Rahma Has Pharaoh Ancestry
Air Date: 2026-05-05
Chloe is joined by comedian and host of Subway Takes, Kareem Rahma. Together, the duo delves into Kareem's Egyptian ancestors, cursed prophecies, and his genetic makeup.
5. Connor Wood is Biologically Chill
Air Date: 2026-05-12
Chloe is joined by comedian and podcaster, Connor Wood (Fibula). Together, the duo discuss Connor's Manny Syndrome, as well as his paleontologist ancestors.
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Rating
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Release Date
2025-11-11
Episodes
12 (3 seasons)
Status
Returning Series
Cast
Videos
Production Companies
Stapleview
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