Paul & Amy beam up to Steven Spielberg’s heartwarming alien feature, E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial! They learn E.T.’s real name, marvel at Spielberg’s uncanny ease directing children, and wonder how well the film holds up with kids today. Plus: Seth Shostak, an astronomer from the SETI Institute, tells us how likely we are to find actual E.T.s on Earth. 

Next week: the western showdown classic, High Noon. If you’ve never seen it, or can’t quite remember it, give us your guess about the plot, and bonus points will be awarded for your best cowboy impression. Call the Unspooled voicemail line at 747-666-5824 and tell us what you think! Follow us on Twitter @Unspooled, get more info at unspooledpod.com, and don’t forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts.

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This week, Erin dips into the decision by the World Surf League to award equal prize money to male and female athletes and why other sports leagues should take note. Then, Bryan discusses a motion by a group of 16 states asking the Supreme Court to limit protections against LGBTQ workplace discrimination. Guest Trixie Mattel returns to chat about singing brides, being fired for absurd reasons, and Ted Cruz’s anti-tofu, anti-California rhetoric.

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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Weighing the evidence with Jameela Jamil.

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Nicole Byer is a comedian, writer, and host of Netflix’s Nailed It as well as the Why Won’t You Date Me? podcast. Erin Gibson is a comedian, director/writer, creator of Gay of Thrones and the host of Throwing Shade. They join Jonathan live in Montreal at the Just for Laughs Comedy Festival to talk Erin giving Jonathan his big break, being women in comedy & empowered content creators, Roseanne’s meltdown, and more.

Find Nicole’s work at https://www.nicolebyerwastaken.com. She’s on Twitter and Instagram @nicolebyer.

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This week RBTV welcomes Allison Raskin (Just Between Us, Gossip) to the show! Allison remembers being scared to watch R-rated movies as a kid, Jon explains why Gatorade is meant to be watered down, and Lauren might be convinced to start watching Vanderpump Rules from the beginning. Plus: a Reptar themed snack break, and a new improvised sitcom, “My Seven Stepdads”!

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Comedians Chris Duffy (You’re The Expert podcast, Wyatt Cenac’s Problem Areas) & Sam Reece (OSFUG, Girls With Brown Hair) join Jo & Manolo to play listener-created games with callers, including a special call from Gareth Reynolds (The Dollop, Point vs Point)! 

Games played: Dr. Ghost Hunter, Guess The Computer’s Punchline, and Green Glass Room

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Comedian Max Silvestri joins Andrew and Tawny to discuss a caller’s question about asking for “off the menu” options at a Chinese food restaurant, a caller wanting answers for why Boston is known for being the most racist city, and more. As always, leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.

Matt goes out in the field to Amity Island itself, the beautiful Martha’s Vineyard, to talk to the locals about the 1975 blockbuster, Jaws. Join Matt as he visits the Jaws bridge location, an actor from the film, Chief Brody’s house, The Chappy Ferry, and more. There is even talk of a recent shark attack to add to the experience. Enjoy!

This episode is brought to you by Warby Parker (www.warbyparker.com/iwtt).

Comedian and Prince of Periscope Steven Brody Stevens gets his singing style back on this week’s Who Charted?! Brody shares details of life on the road with David Spade while helping Howard and the Whooch crew count down the Top 5 Rock Videos on YouTube. Later, we find out what spurs a man to front kick someone before they dive into the Movie Chart, and the gang offers fresh tips on staying alive during the Hot Picks.

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THE Thomas Lennon returns to the Chat Show, and this time, it’s personal… and, of course, damn hell funny.

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Jensen and Matty are back to talk about Jensen’s Bachelor Party, Babeo Baggins, StretchLab, Amazing Interiors, how we were late on Sebastian Maniscalco, and many more things you should know about.

A hard-working mom balancing multiple jobs and school has an inspiring approach to life. Geth tries to find out what it’s like when her Cuban side comes out: when she gets mad, she transforms, like The Incredible Hulk, and her soft spoken demeanor gives way to loud and boisterous anger.

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Sean Clements and Hayes Davenport aka “The Boys” of Hollywood Handbook join Zach and Jess for a very van der Beek-y musical filled with Joshua Jackson, peak TV, and Eartha Kitt(?!). With songs like “That’s What You Know Us From”, “Banana King”, and “Isn’t Life Sweet with James Van Der Beek”, you won’t be a crying Dawson after listening to this ep. 

The Boys help STEFANI ROBINSON fix her TV show.

Fresh from the first week of school, Marissa and Listler welcome freshman Shirley Baskets and her Aunt Lotti (Rebekka Johnson & Kimmy Gatewood) all the way from rural Maryland for another WOMP It Up! Shirley and Aunt Lotti reflect on pursuing their dreams and dead body sightings while Listler rants about ants during What’s Cheesing You. Plus, the squad addresses listener questions about familial love and anniversary gifts on Listler’s Love Lockdown before Aunt Lotti offers up a message from the heart for her former husband during Spotlight On.

This episode is sponsored by Calm (www.calm.com/WOMP).

Paul F. Tompkins welcomes the wonderful crowd of Philadelphia to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul’s special guest is Amalgam Comics & Coffeehouse owner Ariell Johnson! Ariell chats about what her first pet’s name was, all of her fish she had growing up, and why she’d prefer a cat over a dog if she were to get another pet. Then, they are joined by improvisers Eugene Cordero, Tawny Newsome, and Little Janet Varney, to improvise a story set at San Diego Comic-Con. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!

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Movies have a weird double standard when it comes to character deaths. Some characters get swelling music and emotional final speeches; others get blown to bits in some background CGI effect intended to slightly increase the stakes of the second act. Strangely, this is even true in movies specifically about the sanctity of life, like <i>The Shape of Water</i>. Why is this? And is it getting worse?

Today Alex is joined by Cracked contributor Dan Hopper and writer/performer Kandice Martellaro to dissect a bunch of famous movies (even some good ones!) that are weirdly callous about people dying horrible, gruesome deaths.

Footnotes link: http://www.cracked.com/podcast/14-movies-that-are-weirdly-casual-about-character-deaths/

Legendary concert promoter Ron Delsener regales Gilbert and Frank with stories about growing up in the era of Automats and bowling pin boys, his early days as a promoter of live events, inventing the free concert in Central Park and working with Woody Allen, Diana Ross, Bob Dylan, Lenny Bruce and The Beatles. Also, Arthur Godfrey lusts after Haleloke, Bruce Springsteen “opens” for Anne Murray, Ol’ Blue Eyes boots Jimmy Roselli out of Vegas and Ron presents Groucho at Carnegie Hall. PLUS: Murray the K! The genius of David Bowie! The return of Swain’s Rats & Cats! “Jimi Hendrix’ Eclectic Thanksgiving”! And Ron sees Dean & Jerry’s final show at the Copa!

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Zach Galfianakis (Baskets) returns to join Scott to chat about how the writers get prepared to write Baskets, his brand, and making bricks. Then, royal watcher Byron Denniston is back to talk about his interactions with royal babies. Plus, superstar musician Celine Dion stops by in her search for inspiration for her new album.

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We sneak back into the Vermilion Minotaur to try to talk Activia Barleyfoot into setting off on a quest to find her father.

Credits:

Arnie: Arnie Niekamp
Chunt: Adal Rifai
Usidore: Matt Young
Activia Barleyfoot: Tawny Newsome
Mysterious Man: Tim Sniffen
Craig: Ryan DiGiorgi

Producers: Arnie Niekamp, Ryan DiGiorgi, Evan Jacover
Editor: Ryan DiGiorgi
Theme Music: Andy Poland
Magic Tavern Logo: Allard Laban
Audio Assistance: Jason Knox
Production Assistance: Garrett Schultz

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Comedian Tig Notaro sits down with Cameron to discuss what counts as selfish, doing stand up for the first time, and adoption.

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Weird Tinder dates, a correspondent from China, and much more on a new mini-sode! Paul goes through Corrections and Omissions for The Meg, opens up the Mail Bag, and the Movie Bitches review Crazy Rich Asians. Plus, the next movie to get the HDTGM treatment!

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Michael breaks out the Victorian dictionary for the first time, and Jude turns to the drink.

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It’s two-guest time on this week’s Homophilia! First, Dennis Hensley joins Matt & Dave to play the hilarious TMI party game: “You Don’t Know My Life”. Then, comedian Robin Tran joins the guys to talk about accidentally meditating, coming out on FB messenger, and finally smiling in women’s clothes.

This episode is sponsored by Phlur (www.phlur.com code: HOMO) and Calm (www.calm.com/HOMOPHILIA).

WE’REEEEEEE BAAAAAAAACKKKKKK! Danielle and Casey are back in the nook! Lord lift us up where we belong! Danielle has another devastating tale of woe concerning her nether region and Casey has a burning workout question and demands answers. They cover NYC Reunion Part 3, Dallas, the end of Potomac, snoozeroo O.C and 90 DAY FIANCE BEFORE THE 90 DAYS DO WHAT WE SAY AND START WATCHING! With special 90 Day Fiance correspondent, Clare Mukherjee.

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Fellow Earwolf host Jo Firestone (Dr. Gameshow) and comedian Kaitlin Fontana (Full Frontal with Samantha Bee) join Negin to dish about Bob Woodward’s new book, the anonymous anti-Trump New York Times op-ed and Brett Kavanaugh’s Supreme Court confirmation hearings. Plus, the panel asks: What’s the right time for a second chance and has Louis C.K. earned his?

This episode is sponsored by Past (www.wearpact.com code: FAKETHENATION) and Pluto Pillow (www.plutopillow.comcode: FAKE).

Earwolf has a new improv show, and all of the performers are YouTube stars! Matt Besser gets to know a slew of multi-platform influencers, internet celebrities and content creators as they iron out all their beefs and feuds through the art of rap. Will the New 10 bring the talent they need to make their show a hit? Tune in to find out!

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

Cam talks Labor Day, Delta status and lesbian shoulders. Sets from Ella Gale, Tony Sam, Allen Strickland Williams and Debra DiGiovanni.

This week Paul & Amy cruise through 1976’s terrifying character study Taxi Driver. They ask whether the film is anti-misogynist or simply misogynist, debate whether the ending is real or fake, and discover a surprising source of inspiration for another film on the AFI 100. Plus: actor and writer Curt Neill tells us about his experiences driving for Uber, and how it helped him empathize with Travis Bickle.

If E.T. didn’t stand for extra-terrestrial…what would it stand for? Next week is E.T. week, so call the Unspooled voicemail line at 747-666-5824 and tell us what you think! Follow us on Twitter @Unspooled, get more info at unspooledpod.com, and don’t forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts.

Bryan and Erin celebrate the release of Feminasty with the hottest news stories of the week! Bryan recounts a chance sighting of a very special lawyer before getting into Eminem’s use of homophobic slurs directed at Tyler, the Creator and the response from fellow musician Justin Vernon. Then, Erin gets into a story about a Muslim graduate student who was forced to show her menstrual pad to TSA to prove she was on her period.

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 Tastemade (www.getprepd.com code: PREPDSHADE), Casper Mattresses (www.casper.com/SHADE code: SHADE), and Sagely Naturals (www.sagelynaturals.com/pages/SHADE code: SHADE20).