Latest Episodes
June 13, 2018
Digging in the crates with Colin Hanks.
This episode is brought to you by SeatGeek, Quip Toothbrush (www.getquip.com/PARDO), and Peter Millar (www.petermillar.com/PARDO).
June 13, 2018
Comedians Cameron Esposito and Rhea Butcher (Put Your Hands Together) join Andrew and Tawny to discuss a white caller’s question about how to address the subject of whether black men don’t date black women and why, New Orleans weddings, and more. As always, leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.
June 13, 2018
EP. 41 — R U Talkin’ R.E.M. RE: ME? – Man on the Moon Soundtrack (w/ Edgar Wright)
Guest Edgar Wright
Filmmaker Edgar Wright (Baby Driver) joins Adam Scott Aukerman to discuss the soundtrack to the 1999 film Man on the Moon. Edgar talks about the decision to put R.E.M.’s “New Orleans Instrumental No. 1” in Baby Driver, what he thinks makes for good music in movies and films, and what makes a good soundtrack. Plus, stick around for Oscar winning composer Steven Price’s version of “New Orleans Instrumental No. 1.”
This episode is brought to you by Leesa (www.leesa.com/REM) and Sound of Vinyl (www.soundofvinyl.com/REM).
June 13, 2018
EP. 392 — Go Out There and Get Rained On!
Guest Jen Kirkman Natasha Leggero Brett Morris Kevin Bartelt
Comedian Jen Kirkman joins Howard and Natasha for this week’s Who Charted! Jen shares stories of her own personal summah and we get a millennial’s perspective on music streaming while they count down the Top 5 Songs on iTunes. Plus, we’ll hear about Natasha’s ideal life on the road before they explore a new summah sound during Hot Picks.
June 12, 2018
Comedians Connor Ratliff (The Chris Gethard Show) & Sally (a 13-year-old child person) join Jo & Manolo to play listener-created games with callers, including a special call from Matt McConkey (Homophilia, Lost & Found).
Games played: Duck, Duct, Goose, One Peanut, Two Peanut, No Peanut, Blue Peanut, and Mix Master Manolo.
This episode is brought to you by Audible (www.audible.com/GAMESHOW).
June 12, 2018
EP. 58 — British English And American English: What’s The Diff? with Helen Zaltzman
Guest Helen Zaltzman
Helen Zaltzman hosts The Allusionist podcast and joins Jonathan to talk about the current and historical differences between British English and American English. It doesn’t take long for the conversation to spiral out to cover accents, manners, and how language can be used to shape our opinions and understanding of the news.
Find Helen’s work at TheAllusionist.org. She’s on Twitter @HelenZaltzman and has an Allusionist group on Facebook.
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June 12, 2018
Raised By TV wraps up another season with a episode live from Austin’s Moontower festival. Jon & Lauren have special guest Arden Myrin (Shameless) on hand to talk about hanging out with Marilyn Manson, and play “Pique Your Clique,” where they draft TV characters to create their new friend group. Plus a Very Special Episode of Beverly Hills 90210!
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June 11, 2018
Sean and Hayes are joined by JULIE KLAUSNER once again for a big scoop.
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June 11, 2018
Latin teacher Mr. Heath Templeton aka Dominus Templeton (Owen Burke) joins Marissa and Listler this week to WOMP it up classical style! During Hot Topix, we’ll hear about a life-defining jalopy accident and Marissa sets her reasonable goals. Then, Mr. Templeton talks about gardening with his mother for What’s Cheesing You? before getting into his personal life during Spotlight On.
This episode is sponsored by Audible (www.audible.com/WOMP or text WOMP to 500-500).
June 11, 2018
Special guest Chris Redd (Saturday Night Live, POPSTAR) joins Zach and Jess live from Clusterfest in San Francisco for a brand-new improvised musical filled with spies, geocaching, Paddington bear and more! With songs like “Stop Using Sex As A Weapon”, “Who Is Q-Tip?”, “We Got Some Boyz Rollin’ Up” you won’t want to miss this one. Listen ’til the end for a special talk-back “with the cast and crew”!
June 11, 2018
This week, Kevin and Jaime answer Chat Show fan questions from Twitter and Instagram.
June 11, 2018
The Matt’s take Molly Hawkey on her first real spin into the Bond world with the first Bond itself, Dr. No.
June 11, 2018
Just ten years ago, transgender was a new word for many people, including this caller. When a close family member transitioned, it was a complex and emotional journey.
This episode is brought to you by Talkspace (www.talkspace.com/beautiful).
June 11, 2018
Comedian Miel Bredouw joins Jensen and guest co-host/podcast fiancee Danielle Fishel to talk about her podcast Punch Up The Jam, Jay Critch, Perlo, how we were late on Sudoko, and many more things you should know about.
This episode is brought to you by Casper Mattresses (www.casper.com/KARP).
June 11, 2018
Soccer: it’s the sport the rest of the world calls “football”, despite how loud America yells otherwise. It’s also the global obsession that peaks every 4 years with a World Cup. This year’s Cup is about to start in Russia. 2026’s Cup is about to get awarded to the United States and Canada and Mexico, maybe. And everyone is abuzz about which of the perennial contenders (minus Italy, minus the Netherlands) will win it all. That passion for the game means big crowds, big glory, and big money. But did you know it also created the world’s most brazen white collar criminal organization? And helps past and present autocrats keep their stranglehold on power?
On this week’s episode of The Cracked Podcast, Alex Schmidt is joined by Dr. Natalie Koch (Maxwell School at Syracuse University) and by DeMorge Brown (Harmontown, Channel 101) to explore how soccer’s governing body became a secret Swiss crime family without most fans noticing. They’ll find insanely bold sports corruption everywhere from Qatar to Trump Tower. And you’ll discover how soccer, the Olympics, cycling, falconry, and more global sports take our planet’s politics in a weirdly dark direction while also bringing joy to our planet’s people.
Footnotes: https://goo.gl/jZFKs6
June 10, 2018
Jason “Heynong Man” Mantzoukas joins Scott once again to talk about the butt reveal, his beard level, and to give us an update on his love life. Then, professional water-skier and Sha Na Na superfan Hot Dog returns to talk about his big news of being inducted into the Water Skiing Hall of Fame.
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June 10, 2018
In celebration of Father’s Day, Gilbert and Frank welcome Emmy-winning comedy writers Arnie and Jay Kogen (“The Carol Burnett Show,” “Newhart,” “The Simpsons,” “Frasier”) for a hilarious conversation about failed pilots, cheesy variety shows, the outrageousness of Pat McCormick and the “unwritten rules” of writing for television. Also, Soupy Sales takes flight, Jackie Mason takes offense, Garry Shandling gripes about the sunset and the Kogens party with the Jackson 5. PLUS: “Monkey World”! The genius of James L. Brooks! “The World’s Oldest Fireman”! Jay reinterprets “The Aristocrats”! And Gilbert and Arnie remember “Thicke of the Night”!
This episode is brought to you by Leesa (www.leesa.com/GILBERT).
June 10, 2018
We find a lamp and talk to Crystal the Genie.
Credits:
Arnie: Arnie Niekamp
Chunt: Adal Rifai
Usidore: Matt Young
Crystal the Genie: Lauren Lapkus
Craig: Ryan DiGiorgi
Tricia: Kate James
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
This episode is brought to you by Squarespace and Casper Mattresses.
June 10, 2018
Paul F. Tompkins welcomes his listeners back to the professional show known as Spontaneanation! This week, Paul’s special guest and SOLE improvisor is Spontaneanation’s good friend Drew Tarver! Drew chats about his very very happiest memory from childhood, naming the villain of his Lego town “Vagina” as a kid, and moving to New York to work on a new show “The Other Two.” They then improvise a story set in Downey, CA. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!
This episode is brought to you by Mack Weldon (www.mackweldon.com code: PFT).
June 10, 2018
Activist Larkin Christie sits down with Cameron to discuss their experience with alternative schooling, being nonbinary, and often feeling patronized as a youth activist.
This episode is sponsored by TomboyX (www.tomboyx.com/QUEERY code: QUEERY) and Away (www.awaytravel.com/QUEERY code: QUEERY).
June 10, 2018
This week, writer Tom Bissell (The Disaster Artist) joins Amy to discuss the 1999 film “The Talented Mr. Ripley.” Tom discusses his personal connection to the film as the ostensible inspiration for Tommy Wiseau’s “The Room” before they dive into a conversation about its focus on male friendship and attraction, issues of class, and the layered performance of a young Matt Damon. Should “The Talented Mr. Ripley” take a place amongst the greats in The Canon? Cast your vote on the Earwolf forums now!
June 10, 2018
June 8, 2018
Michael explains why this is probably a terrible idea, as he begins reading “Jude The Obscure.”
June 8, 2018
EP. 44 — Ghosting in Phoenix, Big Toothy Smiles and All Things Joan w/ Tony Tripoli
Guest Tony Tripoli
Comedian, writer and producer extraordinaire Tony Tripoli joins Dave and Matt to talk all about the late, great, kind and talented Joan Rivers, escapades in Cuba, and looking for someone to lose control with. Plus, living in Phoenix, choosing wrong on The Bachelorette and Soup Plantation / Blaze Pizza love!
This episode is sponsored by The Boys in the Band (www.boysintheband.com).
June 7, 2018
Live from Onion Fest in Chicago, Paul, June, and Jason wrap their heads around the 2018 heist action film The Hurricane Heist. They cover everything including the face in the hurricane, football plans for the hurricane, and crazy bagels. Plus, we got some math nerds in the audience to break down some numbers.
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June 7, 2018
Comedians Maeve Higgins (New York Times) and Larry Wilmore (The Nightly Show with Larry Wilmore) join Negin to celebrate the 100th (!) episode of Fake the Nation. The panel gets up to speed on Trump and pardons, reflects on the primaries this week and takes a look back at the Clinton-Lewinsky scandal. Plus, they demystify the writing process and chat about procrastination.
This episode is sponsored by The Brave Podcast (www.TheBraveRiseUp.com).
June 7, 2018
Casey and Danielle are live from Onion Fest in Chicago – home of Scott the Coupon King! Hear excerpts from the show, a takedown of a couple that belongs in jail from Southern Charm, the craziest BOTG yet and some poignant music from Kathleen Gibson. Plus Casey reviews the weeks latest shows from Atlanta, home of Kroy’s minivan!
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June 7, 2018
EP. 342 — 342: Rainbow-washing, Pelvic Exams on Anesthetized Women, Guest Brian Jordan Alvarez
Guest Brian Jordan Alvarez
Erin discovers an unfortunate royal connection on a brand new Throwing Shade! First, Bryan discusses the Supreme Court’s ruling on the gay wedding cake case and the excessive rainbow-washing done by corporations for Pride Month. Then, Erin reads a report from an NYU ethics division detailing the continued practice of having med students learn pelvic exams on unconsenting women who have been placed under anesthesia for unrelated gynecological procedures. Guest Brian Jordan Alvarez (The Gay and Wondrous Life of Caleb Gallo) joins to get deep into nicknames, Will & Grace, living in Tennessee, social anxiety, and much more.
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This episode is sponsored by The Boys in the Band (www.boysintheband.com) and Simple Contacts (www.simplecontact.com/SHADE code: SHADE).
June 7, 2018
Mary Holland and Matt Newell join Matt Besser to dig deep into the couple mind on this week’s improv4humans! They’ll disagree over the aspirations of Barbies, experience a beaver injection, and take a visit to laugh therapy. Plus, we’ll meet the hype man at a video resume service and a weed shop that specializes in paternal feelings.
This episode is sponsored by Squarespace (www.squarespace.com/IMPROV code: IMPROV) and MVMT Watches (www.mvmt.com/IMPROV).
June 6, 2018
Put on your best dancing shoes for Swing Time with Ginger Rogers & Fred Astaire! Paul & Amy caper through the 1936 film’s strange comic beats, spontaneous choreographed dances and timeless tunes. Plus: an interview with choreographer Kat Burns (Crazy Ex-Girlfriend) about Fred & Ginger’s dance numbers, and Andrew Ti and Tawny Newsome from the “Yo Is This Racist?” podcast stop by to discuss “that scene.”
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