Comedian Steve Hernandez (I Love You, America, Reality Bytes) joins Andrew once again to discuss Michelle Wolf at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, Kanye West just learning about Republicans and slavery, and much more. As always, leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323)389-RACE.

Comedy Bang Bang and Threedom’s own Scott Aukerman joins Jon & Lauren to remember a whole different era of TV! He talks about poring through TV Guides as a kid, Godzilla’s sidekick Godzooky, and watching sex scenes with his parents. Then, on the debut of Improvised Sitcoms, Nicole Byer stops by to create a show that never was.

This episode is brought to you by Mack Weldon (www.mackweldon.com code: TV) and Quip Toothbrush (www.getquip.com/TV).

Comedians Abbi Crutchfield (TruTV’s You Can Do Better) & Matt Koff (The Daily Show) join Jo & Manolo to play listener-created games with callers. 

Games played: You Used To Call Me On My Homophone, I’m So Voice-Over It, and Every Pocket Tells A Story.

This episode is brought to you by RXBAR (www.rxbar.com/gameshow).

Sean and Hayes have an idea to get more listeners and it’s with ARNIE NIEKAMP, MATT YOUNG, and ADAL RIFAI from Hello From the Magic Tavern, the show and Offices and Bosses. Season 2 out now on Stitcher Premium.

This episode is sponsored by Blue Apron (www.blueapron.com/HANDBOOK) and hims (www.forhims.com/THEBOYS).

Briga Heelan (Great News) stars in a monstrous new musical filled with blood, bikes, belting vocals and more. With songs like “Sunnybrooke Side of Life”, “You Need Us Kids”, “It’s Midnight…”, don’t wait to Upside-download this sure-to-be-classic episode!

This episode is brought to you by Leesa (www.leesa.com/OFFBOOK) and Spice Islands (www.spiceislands.com/offbook).

Filmmaker/writer Max Winkler joins Jensen and Matty to talk about boxing, his latest film Flower, Cobra Kai, Burger Lounge, how we were late on You Were Never Really Here, and many more things you should know about.

A political science student and self-described ‘Robin Hood of sugar babies’ talks with Geth about the significant emotional labor that goes into online sex work and the commensurate earnings. She also discusses her political aspirations, including her ideal running mate (hint: together they’ll make money moves).

This episode is brought to you by 9 Days and 9 Nights, Thomas’ English Muffins, ZipRecruiter, and The Girl Who Smiled Beads.

Our man in the East, Phil Nobile Jr returns to talk all manner of Roger Moore, New Orleans and Voodoo. #KanangaBalloon

This episode is brought to you by Squarespace (www.squarespace.com/BOND) and Zyppah (www.zyppah.com code: BONDING).

Comedienne/Actress Maria Bamford sheds light on the darkness of thoughts and actions, as well as her Trump restraining order.

This episode is brought to you by Zyppah (www.zyppah.com code: KPCS).

The Red Wizard is back, summoned to help Arnie with his citizenship test. But can she and Usidore work through their relationship problems?

Credits:

Arnie: Arnie Niekamp

Chunt: Adal Rifai

Usidore: Matt Young

Jyn’Leeviyah: Felicia Day

Mysterious Man: Tim Sniffen

Tricia: Kate James

Producers: Arnie Niekamp, Evan Jacover, Ryan DiGiorgi

Editor: Chris Rathjen

Theme Music: Andy Poland

Magic Tavern Logo: Allard Laban

Audio Assistance: Jason Knox

Production Assistance: Garrett Schultz

Comedians Darcy Michael and Rhea Butcher sit down with Cameron live at JFL NorthWest to discuss their roles as standup comics, identifying as gender nonbinary, and being in a different place than your partner in a relationship.

This episode is sponsored by Tripping.com (www.tripping.com/QUEERY), TomboyX (www.tomboyx.com/QUEERY code: QUEERY), and Modclotch (www.modcloth.com code: QUEERY).

It’s been 9 amazing years of Comedy Bang! Bang! Where does the time go? Scott celebrates with show favorites under the watchful eye of his corporate supervisors. We’ll hear from returnees and newcomers alike including a professional employee, an adventurer, a developer of new ideas, and many more special guests!

This episode is sponsored by Squarespace (www.squarespace.com/BANGBANG code: BANGBANG) and Leesa (www.leesa.com/BANGBANG).

Paul F. Tompkins welcomes every person back to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul’s special guest is actor/comedian/writer Bryan Safi of Throwing Shade! Bryan chats about who the Denzel Washington in his life is, dancing the dabke, and the unexpected problems that arise when taking your spouse’s last name. Then, they are joined by improvisers Shaun Diston, Shulie Cowen, and Colleen Smith to improvise a story set at a LensCrafters. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!

This week, film critic Christy Lemire joins Amy to discuss the 1985 John Hughes film “The Breakfast Club.” They’ll touch on the film’s nostalgia appeal, its interesting individual character arcs, and the parental issues of the main characters. Plus, they find out where the cast is now and examine the dynamic between Emilio Estevez’s Andy and Molly Ringwald’s Claire. Does “The Breakfast Club” deserve a spot in The Canon? Head to the Earwolf forums now to cast your vote!

This episode is sponsored by Mack Weldon (www.mackweldon.com code: CANON).

Comedian, actor, writer and GGACP fan Patton Oswalt drops by the studio (finally!) to discuss the films of Sidney Lumet and Billy Wilder, the “unnatural” art of sitcom acting, the disappearance of grindhouse theaters and the influence of “Richard Pryor: Live in Concert.” Also, Larry Cohen deconstructs Superman, Gilbert imagines “Titanic, Part II,” the Karate Kid opens a car dealership and Patton stages “The Day the Clown Cried.” PLUS: Praising “Ratatouille”! Remembering John Cazale! The artistry of Rick Baker! “Francis Ford Coppola’s Dr. Strange”! And the shocking climax in the case of the Golden State Killer!

This episode is brought to you by Leesa (www.leesa.com/GILBERT).

For centuries, glossy checkout stand magazines told us “stars: they’re just like us!” But did you know Cameron Diaz went to high school with Snoop Dogg? Did you know Mr. T had a pre-fame life as Muhammad Ali’s bodyguard? And did you know Andre the Giant spent his childhood getting driven to school by Samuel Beckett (yes, THAT playwright/poet/Nobel Laureate Samuel Beckett)? Magazines are FAILING to tell us how awesomely weird famous peoples’ lives are. Who can save us from that boring lie? …maybe with a podcast episode???

On this week’s episode of The Cracked Podcast, Alex Schmidt is LIVE at UCB Sunset, saving the day with Jenny Jaffe (Big Hero 6, IFC), Matt Lieb (The Star Wars Show, AJ+), Carey O’Donnell (Heathers, Billy On The Street), and their audience. Get ready for a no-holds-barred deep dive into the most bizarre celebrity origins and backstories of all-time, AND a surprisingly strong focus on the wild world of grain dealing.

Footnotes: https://goo.gl/3h15Zm

This episode is brought to you by Box of Style (www.boxofstyle.com/BitchSesh), Leesa (www.leesa.com//HOUSEWIVES), Lola (www.mylola.com code: HOUSEWIVES40), and BioClarity (www.bioclarity.com code: HOUSEWIVES).

Erin Whitehead (Wild Horses) and Kate Hagen (The Black List) joins Paul and Jason to discuss the 2013 romantic gothic fantasy film Beautiful Creatures. Join them in the studio as they talk about all the southern fried accents, casters, the Beetlejuice house, and much more. Plus, everyone shares their love of Harry Potter!

This episode is brought to you by Squarespace, The Wine Down Podcast and Wyatt Cenac’s Problem Areas on HBO.

Check out new HDTGM merch over at https://www.teepublic.com/user/howdidthisgetmade

Where to Find Jason, June & Paul:

You can see Jason, June, and Paul in The Disaster Artist.

Paul’s new comedy Drive Share is available on Go90. Paul can be seen on A Futile and Stupid Gesture, Wet Hot American Summer: Ten Years Later, Opening Night, and Veep. You can see June and Paul on NTSF:SD:SUV:: on HULU. June stars in Blockers, Grace and Frankie on Netflix, as well as Lady Dynamite alongside with Jason.

Jason can be seen in The Good Place, The House, The Lego Batman Movie, How to Be Single, Sleeping with Other People, and is still indeed in The Dictator.

Father, activist and Queer Eye host Karamo Brown joins Matt and Dave in the studio this week to talk about becoming a father in an unexpected way, everyone’s last music searches, and communication and honesty in a relationship. Plus, explaining what you want with Beyonce, breaking down Studs, and Matt remembers he went to Cabo!

This episode is sponsored by Joule: Sous Vide by ChefSteps (www.chefsteps.com/joule code: HOMOPHILIA), Dollar Shade Club (www.dollarshaveclub.com/HOMO), and The Boys in the Band (www.boysintheband.com).

Comedians Tom Brennan (Electoral Dysfunction) and Christian Finnegan (The Fun Part) join Negin to chat about the probes into EPA chief Scott Pruitt’s conduct and the allegations against Trump’s Veterans Affairs pick Ronny Jackson. Plus, they chat about Cynthia Nixon running for governor of New York and revisit their college admission essays. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, before Jackson withdrew his name from consideration for the VA job.

This episode is sponsored by Tripping.com (www.tripping.com/FAKE).

Carl Tart, Hillary Matthews, and Ali Ghandour join Matt Besser for this week’s improv4humans! We’ll hear about an extremely personalized wine bar, airplane passengers who rally against an obnoxious farter, and cheerleaders that lead their cheers with facts. Later, a street interview inspires terrible gift ideas for a nephew’s birthday.

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

Erin shows off her Hollywood side as Bryan shares his trip to the Hammer Museum on this week’s Throwing Shade! First, Bryan discusses the Trump Administration’s HHS policy allowing doctors to claim “religious exemptions” – and refuse treatment to LGBTQ patients. Then, Erin talks about the sleepwear company Lunya’s oblivious marketing strategy for their newest color, “Offred.” A.P. Bio’s Jean Villepique joins to reveal the true nature of Shen Yun, how her crazy year has led her to new successes, and the usefulness of corporate improv.

This episode is sponsored by Dollar Shave Club (www.dollarshaveclub.com/SHADE), The Boys in the Band (www.boysintheband.com), and Talkspace (www.talkspace.com/SHADE code: SHADE).

Recorded live at the UTG theatre in Chicago, Hari and Ashok Kondabolu discuss their appreciation of Chicago (while insulting Boston), share their feelings regarding ice and deal with loud, drunk audience member.

This episode is sponsored by Harlequin.

Get excited as Andy Daly & Matt Gourley present a love letter to waterskiing & Rock ‘n’ Roll’s Sha Na Na hosted by Wolfman Hot Dog. Join aspiring Sha Na Na member Wolfman Hot Dog as he shares a portion of his Dreams and Aspirations journal, chats with waterskiing legend Ahi & his cousin Penny about the golden age of waterskiing, and asks former Sha Na Na member Slammin’ Oliver Rothwell about his time in the band. Plus, the biggest Sha Na Na fan Veronica Melcher drops by for some Sha Na Na Trivia.

Featuring: Mara Bamford, Sean Conroy, Julie Brister

This episode is brought to you by Mack Weldon (www.mackweldon.com code: ANDY).

Listen to Season 2 starting Thursday, March 8th on Stitcher Premium! For a free month trial, go to stitcherpremium.com/andy and use promo code ‘ANDY’.

Cameron presents an episode of her podcast Queery with special guest Rhea Butcher. Cameron sits down with comedian Rhea Butcher to discuss being wives, growing up in Akron, and gender identity.

Chris and Lex speak with Ryan Natoli and Katy Yeiser of The Onion’s true crime parody podcast, A Very Fatal Murder. They discuss the making of the show and what inspired it, as well as the shift from The Onion’s usual short-form storytelling structure to a long-form narrative style. Katy also describes the formation of the show’s writers’ room, while Ryan provides surprising facts about the casting and recording process.

This episode is brought to you by Intercom (www.intercom.com/GROWTH) and Pretty Litter (www.prettylitter.com code: wolfden).

Emily Nussbaum, the Pulitzer prize winning television critic for The New Yorker joins Sarah and Susan to talk about Kathy Mattea’s “Where’ve You Been?”, the 1982 “Just because I love you Mom” Bell Telephone ad, “When She Loved Me” from Toy Story 2, and the final scene in the Buffy the Vampire Slayer episode “Becoming, Part Two.”

This episode is brought to you by Front Porch People (www.thefrontporchpeople.com) and Modcloth (www.modcloth.com code: CRYBABIES).

Visiting family with Danny Zuker.

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