Latest Episodes
August 20, 2020
On this special improv4humans, retired Pope Benedict XVI and Donald Trump provide live commentary on the third night of the Democratic National Convention.
August 20, 2020
June Diane Raphael and Rob Kutner join Negin to analyze the highs and lows of the Democratic National Convention and attempt to get to the bottom of what MasterClass is actually selling. They also dig into how the economy bounced back after WW2 and what we can learn from history.
August 19, 2020
Paul & Amy are obsessed with 2004’s teenage clique comedy Mean Girls!
August 19, 2020
This week Joel and Mitra / Mitra and Joel give listeners advice on topics ranging from throwing it all away for your hometown crush, catfishing a celeb on a hook-up app, if you should make a cake for someone who is dating your ex, and more.
Ask us some q’s! Our number is 323-334-0371 + our email is: urgentcarepod@gmail.com CONTACT US, IF YOU DARE
August 19, 2020
This week, Bryan and Erin celebrate 100 years of the Nineteenth Amendment! In honor of the anniversary, Erin shines a light on the forgotten voices of color in the women’s suffrage movement. Then, Erin profiles Belarusian political contender Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya, who ran in her husband’s place in the defrauded election that kept Lukashenko in power and later prompted countrywide protests. Plus, Bryan takes another look at Polish president Andrzej Duda’s intensely homophobic regime and what steps can be taken to right the wrongs of the Polish government’s anti-gay agenda.
And make sure to check out Deeper Shade of Shade on Stitcher Premium, where Bryan and Erin interview their favorite friends of the show. For a free month of listening, go to stitcherpremium.com/shade and use promo code ‘SHADE’.
August 18, 2020
This week we’re breaking down Traveling Salesmen, the first episode in a two episode arch directed by Greg Daniels (Upload, Space Force). Greg sends in some amazing memories from this episode, the ladies give a little TV production crash course, and discuss those really fun character pairings. Then we get a hilarious laundry call back from The Coup (or should we say laundry and betrayal?), and the ladies share their memories of those Pam and Angela scenes in the coffee shop. Finally, we get a Dwangela Heartbreak In The Break Room moment with a song submitted by Michelle Ferguson.
August 18, 2020
Andrew, Tawny and producer Matt chop it up about Andrew’s lunch schedule and WAP before getting to the voicemails! They talk about being white and defending your POC partner, being white and wanting to speak in Jamaican Patois, and being white and getting called the N word. Stay safe out there and call in if you have a racism question: 323-389-RACE.
August 18, 2020
This week on Getting Curious, Jonathan is learning about the power of clean energy with a clean energy powerhouse: Massachusetts representative and co-author of the Green New Deal bill, Senator Ed Markey. Senator Markey explains what a Green New Deal can offer in the way of environmental protections, job opportunities, pandemic recovery, and more.
Senator Markey is also running for re-election in the upcoming Massachusetts primary, and he and Jonathan discuss his four decades as a progressive leader, what the stakes are for his keeping his seat (they’re JVN endorsement-level major!), and how he’s planning to turn out the vote on September 1.
Follow Senator Markey on Twitter @EdMarkey, and on Facebook @EdMarkeyforMA. Learn more about his work at www.markey.senate.gov and his re-election campaign at www.edmarkey.com.
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August 18, 2020
EP. 62 — Sasheer Has To Wait 89 Years (Or A Year And a Half) with Heidi Rose Robbins
Guest Heidi Rose Robbins
It’s the episode Sasheer and Nicole have been waiting for: astrologer and poet Heidi Rose Robbins is here! The ladies learn why they are best friends, the importance of Mercury in friendship, what rising and moon signs mean, looking at past transits, dating predictions that make Nicole cry, how to learn astrology, using astrology charts to plan projects, negative predictions, Saturn on your sun, and good energy that transcends zoom.
August 18, 2020
SPECIAL GUESTS: Jean Villepique from A.P. Bio, Carl Tart from Comedy Bang! Bang!, Mary Sohn from A.P. Bio, and Musical Specialist James Bladon.
CASE STUDIES: The Old Original Spitbinders, Piranha Pond, Obi-Wan Kenobi, and Fullham’s Public Service Announcements.
August 18, 2020
Is it really possible to upload your mind to the cloud, or is the entire idea fatally confused? Philosopher Susan Schneider joins Adam to explain how your brain differs from a computer, the limits of AI, and why philosophy must be an essential part of the study and development of artificial minds.
August 18, 2020
June Diane Raphael joins the OFF BOOK fam this week for an absolutely packed “Undercovers” / mini muiscal episode with carrot facts, chatting in the chat and serving sizes and more. With songs like “A Zing”, “Be With Me Sweet Thing” and “Isaac Netwon’s Laws” you’ll want all the servings of this ep!
August 17, 2020
An Australian woman tells the story of rescuing her daughter from an abusive relationship in the U.S., the resulting legal fight, and ultimately needing to join witness protection.
August 17, 2020
In our second episode we chat with Lydia about growing up in two worlds, raising her only child (who was a star in her eyes long before anyone else), and her connection with African art. Plus another Michigan connection! You may know Lydia’s son Sam Richardson from his role on VEEP as Richard Splett, or from starring in his Comedy Central series Detroiters, or perhaps you’ve seen him in movies like Mike & Dave Need Wedding Dates, Spy and Ghostbusters to name a few.
August 17, 2020
This week in the NEIGHBORHOOD, Joan expresses her fear of demons, Burnt reacts to a very overwhelming post about a sandwich and Doug recovers from a mosquito attack. Plus, young male Marcus (Tim Baltz) joins to discuss reusable bags, his clothing mugging and much more!
August 17, 2020
What’s poppin, con-gregation? This week Sean Clements is on the podcast to break down the Italian American who couldn’t get any coin so made his own instead. Mamma mia! Stay schemin, and don’t forget to subscribe!
Research by Sharilyn Vera.
Sources: https://www.gamblingsites.org/biographies/louis-colavecchio/
https://www.justice.gov/usao-ri/pr/louis-coin-colavecchio-sentenced-prison-counterfeiting-100-bills
August 17, 2020
This week the SAP crew talk about the lack of Latinx talent for the latest Emmy nominations. Then, stand-up comedian Danielle Perez (@divadelux) joins the SAP crew to discuss the differences between stand up and sketch/improv performers, quarantine relationships, the good/bad Zoom comedy shows she’s performed, how she started doing stand-up, and sometimes feeling more tokenized in “open spaces.”
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August 17, 2020
Samantha Bee talks to Kara Swisher about who from the tech world Kara would prefer to quarantine with, how life is like Star Wars, and even why Sam should start Tik Tok-ing.
August 17, 2020
BETH STELLING joins The Boys to help create The Comedy Bubble.
August 17, 2020
Comedian Beth Stelling talks with Andy Richter about being raised by a single mother in southwestern Ohio, connecting with a crowd on a personal level, and her new HBO Max special Girl Daddy. Plus, Beth discusses the power of sharing in laying out a vision for her next big project.
August 16, 2020
The stars of Star Trek: Lower Decks, Jack Quaid, Eugene Cordero, and Tawny Newsome all join Scott to talk all about the characters they portray on the show. Then, barber Jazz Jazz returns to talk about his new barbershop Fades. Later, supreme hacker Cast Iron crashes into the show. Plus, Dash Griswold appears to challenge Scott to a ski off for the podcast.
August 16, 2020
It is time to welcome the one and only, legendary, Delta Work into your ear holes this week. “God bless technology but she sure does fuck with us sometimes.” Our connection is unstable much like our mental health. If you’ve ever been let down or disappointed, light some ethically sourced sage from a Native American owned shop and tune the heck in.
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August 16, 2020
Zac Oyama (College Humor, Adam Ruins Everything) returns to talk about the meta RPG Undertale with Nick and Heather! They talk about the multiple ways to play the game, what inspired the game, Flowey, and more!
August 16, 2020
Momo the mouse with human strength stops by Castle Skullmaster to introduce everyone to her new boyfriend.
Credits
Arnie: Arnie Niekamp
Chunt: Adal Rifai
Usidore: Matt Young
Momo the Mouse: Erin Keif
Tricia: Kate James
Producers: Arnie Niekamp, Matt Young, and Adal Rifai
Post-Production Coordination: Garrett Schultz
Earwolf Producer: Kimmie Lucas
Editor: Tim Joyce
Special Assistance: Ryan DiGiorgi
Magic Tavern Logo: Allard Laban
Theme Music: Andy Poland
August 16, 2020
NBA All Star Caron Butler joins Jacquis and special guest host Behzad Dabu to talk about being traded, Kobe Bryant’s legacy, Caron’s activism and more.
August 16, 2020
Neon Trees Singer Tyler Glenn sits down with Cameron to discuss watching queer movies, being raised Mormon, and coming out at 30.
August 16, 2020
Actress and comedian Maya Rudolph feels pretty terrific about being Conan O’Brien’s friend.
Maya sits down with Conan to talk about making Emmy history by competing against herself in a single category, meeting (and hugging) Prince, her inspiration for voicing Connie the Hormone Monstress on Big Mouth, and more. Plus, Conan learns about his surprising impact on the human population as he and his team respond to a listener voicemail.
Got a question for Conan? Call our voicemail: (323) 451-2821.
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August 16, 2020
Lena Waithe gets into virtual bed with Nick and Megan to discuss auditioning for Master of None, writing Queen & Slim, and discovering your artistic voice.
August 16, 2020
In the second episode of GROCERIES, Erin and Bryan are back from the aisles bringing grocery tales of the opulent Beverly Hills Bristol Farms and wide-aisled Silverlake Gelsons. Email us at groceriespodcast@gmail.com!
August 14, 2020
Casey and Danielle are gloriously joined by BFFFF June Diane Raphael who is without her normal nail technicians but not without strangeness surrounding her multi tasking. June is besotted by Leah, wants more Bunny and astutely points out that Lu covering Dorinda’s diarrhea smell with Chanel body wash is basically the entire franchise: Covering shit with Chanel. The girls also say a sad, unexpected goodbye. To June’s therapist.
BITCH SESH “LIVE” IS SEPTEMBER 3RD 5:30PST / 8:30EST. Join us for song dance, communion and special guest Jason Mantzoukas! (And send Boots on the Ground to BootsontheGroundbs@gmail.com) Tickets available at link below or at Future Beat or on Casey and Danielle’s instagrams:
