First, Roz Drezfalez joins to talk about her new podcast GHOSTED! – which is all about, you guessed it, ghosts! They discuss her own experiences, the difference between a ghost and a succubus, and the fun in believing anything is possible. Plus, they talk Drag Race, Real Housewives, and Lisa Rinna’s hustle.  Then, author and professor Alexander Chee joins Matt & Dave to discuss his book, HOW TO WRITE AN AUTOBIOGRAPHICAL NOVEL: ESSAYS. They chat about Princess Margaret, X-Men, young summer love, and how Oprah is always right.

Maeve Higgins and Lou Gonzalez join Negin to discuss immigration, recessions, the 2020 race, and debate the importance of brand and idealogical alignment.

Amy & Paul flirt with 1940’s archetypal Katharine Hepburn romantic comedy The Philadelphia Story! They discover the origins of the industry trope of “box office poison,” explore the strange social mores of the 40s, and learn that everyone on set may have been in love with Jimmy Stewart. Plus: Screenwriter Katie Silberman (Set It Off, Isn’t It Romantic) explains why The Philadelphia Story is one of her top romantic comedies ever.

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Lisa Gilroy, Rachel Van Nes, and Allyn Pintal of improv team Bitchin’ join Matt Besser for scenes about Paul Simon’s new millennial writing team, being mistaken for a pro soccer player, and a Green Day D.A.R.E. program. Plus, they’ll cut in line at the club, visit a stressful spa, and bring their exotic animals to the liquor store.

This episode is sponsored by Squarespace (www.squarespace.com/IMPROV code: IMPROV) and NHTSA.

Shake off the knackers and get trollied with Bryan and Erin on this week’s Throwing Shade! Bryan talks us through the story of high school student Holley Gerelds, who was left out of her yearbook for choosing to wear a tux in her senior photos. Then, Erin discusses the race to represent Colorado District 63 in the state legislature, which includes an ultra-conservative pastor with some very particular views on how women should dress.

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’.

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Putting your feet up with Andrea Savage.

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Breaking News. There’s been a loss. 

Artist, writer and author of the book “How To Do Nothing: Resisting the Attention Economy” Jenny Odell, joins Adam this week to discuss different types of attention, art and contemplation being challenged, how doing nothing is doing something, and the mysterious bowerbird! 

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Carlos Santos and Tony Rodriguez of Spanish Aqui Presents join Andrew to discuss caller questions about only bringing up black news to your friends, certain white people not knowing that all people of color deal with racism, and more. As always, leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.

Comedian Todd Barry makes a long awaited return to Who Charted, with fellow comic Max Beasley in tow! Todd gets to know Billie Eilish and throws down with the Grammy Committee as they count down Billboards Top 200 Albums. Then, they dive into the Movie Chart to help Todd cope with The Lion King and Fast & Furious before Engineer Stard puts in motion a tactical plan to dominate the Hot Picks.

This episode is sponsored by NHTSA.

NYU Associate Professor, data journalist, AI researcher, and author Meredith Broussard joins Jonathan to discuss her book “Artificial Unintelligence: How Computers Misunderstand the World,” where she sheds light on how racism plays a part in the current state of AI.

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This week, we celebrate Sasheer’s new status as someone who is paying to have her house cleaned! Then Nicole and Sasheer talk about childhood hairstyle, appropriation, and we learn producer Josh had a rolling backpack. We get an update on pole class, Nicole and Sasheer take a quiz to find out which Disney duo they are, as well as explain Abducted in Plain Sight. Plus, Nicole wonders if she needs to murder someone to get a boyfriend.

Come to their Largo show on Thursday, 9/5 at the Largo at the Coronet!

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Stand-up comedian Jim Gaffigan joins Andy Richter to talk about using comedy to survive being the youngest sibling, generational gaps and the importance of civics, his wife Jeannie’s inspiring recovery from a brain tumor, and more. Plus, Jim shares his thoughts on digging into a dramatic role with his his latest film American Dreamer.

This episode is sponsored by NHTSA and Linkedin (www.linkedin.com/threequestions).

Celebrating her first birthday with friends, family & her girlfriend after 3 years in a mental health treatment center, a caller talks to Geth about falling in love inside the facility.

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This week the SAP crew gets a message from a fan in Australia, and Oscar poses the question, “What is the most definitive Latinx movie?”. Carlos, Tony, Raiza and Oscar all weigh in on their favorite films and discuss white-washing, and the importance Latinx people rising up together in the film industry. Then, Lauren Ashley Smith (The Rundown, Black Lady Sketch Show ) stops by to talk about her hilarious new HBO show, how she met her wife, and all things equestrian. And if there was nothing else Ashley couldn’t do, she pony’s up and joins the SAP crew for some improv fun. 

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The Cooties (Ethan Edenburg, Eric Jackowitz, Jacob Jeffries) joins Jess and Zach for an all new musical packed with musical campers, the legacy dance, and more! With songs like “I Can’t Wait To See What Bunk I’m Gonna Be”, “That’s Your Legacy”, and “We Need All Of Your Butt”, it’s the best soundtrack for your next camping trip!

This episode is brought to you by National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Proactiv (www.proactiv.com/BOOK).

In this LIVE version of Sorry Not Sorry, Stew and Sorry attend PodXterestial, an intergalactic podcast festival, to meet fellow artists around the galaxy. Featuring special guest Hal Lublin and Symphony Sanders.

TOM SCHARPLING returns for another attempt to become the third host with guest WILL HINES.

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Tatiana Maslany, Kristian Bruun, Paul F. Tompkins, and Kirby Howell-Baptiste join Scott to talk about Kristian’s role in the new movie Ready or Not, Tatiana remembering a moment from a previous CBB during a performance of Network on Broadway, and the marshmallow test. Then, family members Robert Chastman, Chastity Aspen, Brensten Chastman, and Cicilia Chastaman stop by to talk about their family history.

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Gilbert and Frank are joined by author, journalist and songwriter (and Gilbert’s old pal) Larry “Ratso” Sloman for a conversation about the Jewishness of Elvis Presley, the glory days of “Rolling Stone,” the mysterious death of Harry Houdini and the new Martin Scorsese documentary, “Rolling Thunder: A Bob Dylan Story.” Also, Al Lewis takes the stand, Joni Mitchell takes umbrage, Floyd the barber meets Robert Zimmerman and Ratso recalls adventures with Joan Baez, Leonard Cohen, George Harrison and Al Goldstein. PLUS: Gogi Grant! “Renaldo and Clara”! “Fred Mertz’ Night Out”! Ratso samples Bela Lugosi! And Gilbert stars in “National Lampoon’s” Foto Funnies!

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Arin Hanson aka Egoraptor (Game Grumps) joins Nick and Heather to discuss the run and gun/racing game Techno Cop. They talk about best songs of the 16 bit era, exploding bad guys, and more!

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Five thousand murders go unsolved in the United States every year. That means each American killer has a 38% chance of not getting caught, remaining free to listen to the inevitable true crime podcast about their deeds. People all over the world love sharing stories of lurid murder. But what if true crime fans could do more than just listen? What if modern technology and marketing skills can help you solve those crimes yourself, while ALSO blowing the lid off a decades-old ‘Star Wars’ mystery?

On this episode of The Cracked Podcast, Alex Schmidt is joined by writer, investigator, and ’Jensen and Holes: The Murder Squad’ co-host Billy Jensen. You’ll hear amazing stories from Billy’s new book ‘Chase Darkness with Me: How One True-Crime Writer Started Solving Murders’. You’ll also discover how to help investigate murders from home, learn how your DNA can catch the next “Golden State Killer”-type maniac, and find out exactly who passed up the chance to be Han Solo.

Footnotes: https://www.cracked.com/podcast/how-one-true-crime-writer-started-solving-murders

Something is amiss outside of the gates of Velsmeer.

Credits:

Arnie: Arnie Niekamp

Chunt: Adal Rifai

Usidore: Matt Young

Sir Baldsman: Jon Mackey

Sir Hairspiece: Ryan Rosenberg

Mysterious Man: Tim Sniffen

Producers: Arnie Niekamp, Matt Young, and Adal Rifai

Post-Production Coordination: Garrett Schultz

Earwolf Producer: Kimmie Lucas

Editor: Chris Rathjen

Special Assistance: Ryan DiGiorgi

Magic Tavern Logo: Allard Laban

Theme Music: Andy Poland

This episode is brought to you by National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance on Netflix.

Olympic medalist Adam Rippon sits down with Cameron to discuss finding his passion in skating, wearing a harness to the Oscars, and showing the world who he truly was at the Olympics.

Dana gets into a competitive fashion. Robert Shaw (from Jaws) discusses the Mueller Report. Tony Montana at Thanksgiving Dinner. Plus, Bradley Cooper & Lady Gaga at the Oscars, Norm MacDonald, and Mike Tyson.

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HDTGM All-stars Adam Scott (R U Talkin’ R.E.M. RE: ME?) and Nicole Byer (Best Friends) join Paul and Jason to discuss The Fast and the Furious spin-off Hobbs & Shaw starring Dwayne Johnson and Jason Statham.

Chris & the panel try to determine if anything can be sexy and funny at the same time, then take calls. Plus: Justin bot’s life is in danger!

Featuring: Griffin Newman, Leah Bonnema, Rachel Kaly, and listener calls.

Legendary Conan writer and performer Brian McCann joins Conan writers Mike Sweeney and Jessie Gaskell to discuss everything during his 17 years at Conan. They talk about the FedEx Pope, Preparation H Raymond, being the ambassador for the improv and stand-up community in Chicago in the late 80s/early 90s, his Arrogant Dumbass character bombing during a Conan taping, Joe’s Pub, the “No Reason to Live” Kayak Guy, and much more.

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Jude and Sue grapple in the aftermath of their devastating tragedy, while Michael steels himself against further sorrow.

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Performer and writer Chris Kelly (The Other Two) talks with Matt & Dave this week – discussing sleeping habits, Heidi Rose Robbins the beauty of astrology, and strange psychic readings. Plus male friendships on Love Island and R.I.P Xtuber Josh. Chris shares some background on Justin Theroux’s apartment in The Other Two, the Instagay community’s response to the show, his meet-cute with his boyfriend, and high-school cast parties.

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