In a new Bonus Reel, Amy sits down with Lorene Scafaria, director of “Hustlers” and “The Meddler,” to talk about the three films she would add to the AFI list.

Actress and comedian Michaela Watkins talks with Andy Richter about a hereditary love of math, her first stage role as a British maid, how to stay invested in the material, bidding farewell to Portland for a career in LA, and the boom of female-led projects in Hollywood. Plus, Michaela discusses what she’s learned about the fine line of nuance in comedy.

This episode is sponsored by Betterhelp (www.betterhelp.com/threequestions code: THREEQUESTIONS)

Logline: Tucker and the crew remain locked inside the holodeck thanks to Clapp-E trying to “help” them. Who will kill them first: Clapp-E or each other? Featuring special guest Erinn Hayes.

TIM BALTZ returns to talk about the Chicago jazz scene and more.

This episode is sponsored by hims (www.forhims.com/HANDBOOK), Trtl Travel Pillows (www.trtltravel.com code: THEBOYS) and Quip (www.getquip.com/theboys).

Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Stephen Bishop joins Gilbert and Frank for an enormously entertaining conversation about secret song origins, Beatles trading cards, the glory days of Top 40, auditioning for Diana Ross and Smokey Robinson and chumming around with Burt Bacharach, John Belushi, Carrie Fisher and Harry Nilsson. Also, Bob Dylan hails a cab, Warren Beatty eats a bowl of chili, Gilbert swipes shampoo from Donald Fagen and Stephen and Linda Ronstadt cover “The Monster Mash.” PLUS: Frank Sinatra Jr! Praising Randy Newman! (and Jimmy Webb)! “Sex Kittens Go to College”! And Stephen cameos in “Animal House,” “The Blues Brothers” and “Kentucky Fried Movie”!

Erin Whitehead (Wild Horses) joins Nick and Heather to discuss the freemium horse dating sim My Horse Prince. They talk about famous video game horses, how the horse in this game gaslights the player, and more.

This episode is brought to you by BlueChew (www.bluechew.com code: PLAYED).

The boys meet up with Can and get a tour from the magical groundskeeper.

Credits:

Arnie: Arnie Niekamp
Chunt: Adal Rifai
Usidore: Matt Young
Hornelius the Fintaur: John Patric Coan
Lincoln: Evan Jacover
Tricia: Kate James

Producers: Arnie Niekamp, Matt Young, and Adal Rifai
Post-Production Coordination: Garrett Schultz
Earwolf Producer: Kimmie Lucas
Editor: Anna Havermann
Special Assistance: Ryan DiGiorgi
Magic Tavern Logo: Allard Laban
Theme Music: Andy Poland

Comedians Joel Kim Booster and Mitra Jouhari join Scott to talk about their new advice podcast Urgent Care right here on Earwolf and it’s original title. Then, bus driver Burgey Sullenberger stops by to talk about floating bus reform. Plus, boogie board champion Topher Schmidty drops by to talk about his boogie boarding process.

This episode is brought to you by Squarespace (www.squarespace.com/BANGBANG code: BANGBANG), Stamps.com (www.stamps.com code: BANGBANG), Leesa (www.leesa.com/BANGBANG), and Betterhelp (www.betterhelp.com/bangbang).

Outer space. The depths of the ocean. Sub-sub-sub-sub-atomic particles. These and more amazing topics are what most of us consider THE FRONTIER OF SCIENCE. But here’s one way being alive is more interesting than people think it is: many of the most surprising scientific discoveries of recent times involve human anatomy! The human body! A thing you would think science already mapped out pretty good!

On this episode of The Cracked Podcast, Alex Schmidt sits down with comedians/podcasters Caitlin Durante and Andy Wood for a rollicking trip through shocking new discoveries about the human body. Throw on your headphones for an amazing journey through the muscles you might be missing, the light your body is emitting, and the festival of surprises everywhere from your bellybutton to your skull.

Footnotes: https://www.cracked.com/podcast/11-bizarre-new-discoveries-about-human-body/

Songwriter Justin Tranter sits down with Cameron to discuss marrying themself, the songwriting process, and accepting queer artists as queer icons.

This episode is sponsored by Zola (www.zola.com/QUEERY).

Comedian, television host, writer and producer Ellen DeGeneres feels honored to be Conan o Brien’s friend.

Ellen and Conan sit down to talk about wearing gold jackets in the 80s, Ellen’s return to stand-up after 15 years with her special Relatable, the pressures of maintaining a talk show persona, and the importance of not taking things so seriously. Plus, Conan contemplates his own name while dropping others in response to a listener’s email.

Got a question for Conan? Call our voicemail: (323) 451-2821.

Chris is angry, Justin is a jerk, two of the panelists have recently had panic attacks, and Planet Partytown Goes Hollywood. 

Guests: Mike Hanford, Bardia Salimi, and Maya Sharma. 

Advice for rad grads, how to sex yourself in the ER, and more on this week’s mini-sode! Paul opens up the Explanation Hope Line, goes through Corrections and Omissions for Body of Evidence, and opens up the Mail Bag. Plus, find out which movie we will be watching next week!

This episode is brought to you by Zoro.com (www.zoro.com/bonkers) and Betterhelp (www.betterhelp.com/bonkers).

Subscribe to Unspooled with Paul Scheer and Amy Nicholson here: http://www.earwolf.com/show/unspooled/

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This bonus episode from behind the paywall on Stitcher Premium, is a two-for-one! The cast continues their talk about the earliest episodes with Brooke Breit (Flower) and Rush Howell (Larry Birdman). You’ll find more episodes of Behind the Tavern on Stitcher Premium. For a free month visit stitcherpremium.com/magic

Credits:

Arnie: Arnie Niekamp
Chunt: Adal Rifai
Usidore: Matt Young
Brooke/Flower: Brooke Breit
Rush/Larry Birdman: Rush Howell
Craig: Ryan DiGiorgi

Producers: Arnie Niekamp, Matt Young, and Adal Rifai
Post-Production Coordination: Garrett Schultz
Editor: Anna Havermann
Special Assistance: Ryan DiGiorgi
Earth Games Logo: Allard Laban
Theme Music: Andy Poland

Singer-songwriter Mary Lambert joins Dave and Matt to talk about Paula Cole and Tori Amos influences, living without a sense of smell, favorite wines and wineries, and learning to improvise musically at an early age. Plus, healing and caring through music, auditioning church communities, meeting her partner on Tinder, and future family plans.

Check out Mary’s new album Grief Creature here.

Ghosts continue to haunt Jude, and Michael can relate. Meanwhile, Sue continues to doubt both herself and her choices and finally decides who to share a bed with.

Check out Mary’s new album Grief Creature here.

Danielle is joined in the nook by life saver and fast driver, Deanna Cheng, who last minute fills in for Casey when her child comes down with a case of projectile vomititus. Along with special guest Akilah Green (writer for A Black Lady Sketch show, Perfect Harmony ) they discuss Danielle Staub’s hard angles, what kind of animal does Beastiality imply, and Marlo’s foray into motherhood. Akilah also  breaks down the relationships/fights of OC with an impressive Good Will Hunting-esqe equation that blows everyone’s minds. All of this plus more while Casey cleans puke a mere floor above them. 

This episode is brought to you by Kendra Scott Jewelers (www.kendrascott.com code: HOUSEWIVES), Pinna (www.pinna.fm/BITCHSESH), Quip (www.getquip.com/housewives), and Away (www.awaytravel.com/breakdown).

Benari Poulten and John F. O’Donnell join Negin to discuss the Supreme Court’s DACA decision, the campaigns of Bloomberg & Patrick, and the (ever evolving) impeachment trial.

This episode is sponsored by Pact (www.wearpact.com code: FAKE) and Native (www.nativedeodorant.com code: FAKE).

This week Joel and Mitra offer advice on body hair, whether or not to pursue someone that you’re not sure is reciprocating interest, what to do if your friend is dating a racist, and more.

Ask us some q’s! Our number is 323-334-0371 + our email is: urgentcarepod@gmail.com CONTACT US, IF YOU DARE!

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Amy & Paul return home to 1946’s post-WWII drama The Best Years Of Our Lives! They praise the natural performance of first-time actor Harold Russell, compare the film’s style to noir movies and Network, and learn how the Hayes code circumscribed the film’s portrayal of veterans. Plus: Comedian Santina Muha talks about why disabled people’s representation is so important.

Who would you pull into an argument as an expert, Annie Hall-style? Call the Unspooled voicemail line at 747-666-5824 with your answer! Follow us on Twitter @Unspooled, get more info at unspooledpod.com and don’t forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts. Photo credit: Kim Troxall

This episode is brought to you by Invitae (www.invitae.com) and Sonos (www.sonos.com).

There may be a new alphabet song, but Patti LaBelle’s is still the only one that counts! This week, Bryan talks about the Department of Homeland Security’s “Migrant Protection Protocols” that force asylum seekers to wait in Mexican border cities, as well as stats on the dangers faced by LGBT+ migrants from Central America. Then, Erin discusses the first Iranian soccer match in 40 years to allow women to attend (and why that’s not as much of a win for gender equality as it might seem).

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’.

This episode is sponsored by Dipsea (www.dipseastories.com/shade), Casetify (www.casetify.com/SHADE), and Parcast – Dog Tales (www.parcast.com/DOGTALES).

Dan Lippert, Jon Mackey, and Ryan Rosenberg of Big Grande return to improv4humans with Matt Besser for scenes about superpower puberty, a podcast about an Italian dish, a neighborhood emergency, single-word debate prompts, and more.

Check out Matt Besser’s new comedy album Pot Humor here.

Sussing out the truth with Jen Kirkman.

This episode is brought to you by Quip (www.getquip.com/pardo), U-Turn Audio (www.uturnaudio.com code: FUNNY), and Away (www.awaytravel.com/pardo code: PARDO).

This week we have a really special episode. Not only do we head down to the warehouse for a ‘friendly’ basketball game and meet Daryl, but this is the episode of The Office Jenna and Angela became real life BFF’s! Then the ladies talk about real life injuries and Kevin (Brian Baumgartner) sinking all those baskets. Finally, Jenna reveals the story behind why Pam and Roy have been engaged for so long. Please don’t throw garbage at this episode.

The Teachers discuss their recent wins, losses and Todd’s upcoming worst-selling memoir. They also get ready for the global warming-themed winter formal, which is coming soon! Later, choir director Carol Grotski (Natalie Palamides) stops by to talk about the rock songs she’s writing for the Jewish play and her signature musical flourishes. 

This episode is brought to you by Native deodorant (www.nativedeodorant.com code: TEACHERS).

Writer and actor Jana Schmieding (Woman Of Size podcast) joins Andrew and Tawny to discuss caller questions about diversity in academia, using Native American imagery for a fundraiser, and more. As always, leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.

Best Friends back – ALRIGHT! Sasheer talks about her experience dancing with two members of N*SYNC, Nicole tell stories about her recent visit to Benihanas, and they plan their next besties trip. They get into the age-old question of “How do you put your bra on?” and bring in the women of the Earwolf offices to answer. We hear from Sasheer’s mom to learn the correct way to apply perfume, then Nicole and Sasheer answer listener questions about farting in front of each other, when your best friend disappears, and breaking up with a best friend.

Email or call Nicole & Sasheer with your friendship questions at:

nicoleandsasheer@gmail.com

(424) 645-7003‬

This episode is sponsored by Lightbox Jewelry (www.lightboxjewelry.com/bestfriends code: BESTFRIENDS), Noom (www.noom.com/bestfriends), ThirdLove (www.thirdlove.com/bestfriends), and High & Mighty.

SPECIAL GUESTS: Tawny Newsome from Brockmire, Rob Delaney from Catastrophe, and Kumail Nanjiani from The Big Sick. CASE STUDIES: Fremont City Council, Shunt McGuppin, The Shootout At The O.K. Corral Stunt Spectacular, Antiques Roadsale, H.R. Giger, G.I. Joe, Listening To Looks At Books, The New English Dictionary, and The Reverend Leroy Jenkins.

Nick Offerman and Megan Mullally have a brand new podcast coming to Earwolf December 2nd! On each episode, a special guest joins Nick and Megan in their actual bed to get intimate about whatever’s on their mind. They have a lot of words to describe this show, but keep coming back to one (sexy).

Make sure to subscribe to In Bed with Nick and Megan on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher or your favorite podcast app.

Dr. Doreen Dodgen-Magee is a psychologist, speaker, and the award-winning author of “Deviced! Balancing Life and Technology in a Digital World.” She joins Jonathan to discuss how reliant on technology we are, and the mental, emotional, and cultural ways this dependence is affecting our lives.

Follow Dr. Dodgen-Magee on Instagram and Twitter @drdoreendm, and at www.doreendm.com.

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