A juicy family history, a fast approaching wedding and upcoming gallbladder surgery are on the caller’s mind this week and Gethard helps her work through it all. After the call, stay tuned for a 2-year anniversary check-in (and live audience sing-along!) with caller #1, Ron Paul’s Baby.

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The amazing David Wain (A Futile and Stupid Gesture, Wet Hot American Summer: Ten Years Later) joins Zach and Jess on the OFF BOOK stage for a paternal school-yard musical filled with pudding cups, dodgeball, Marines and dads! With songs like “Bring Your Dad to Work Day”, “Dreams in the Stars”, and “Gotta Stay Caffeinated, When You’re Getting Educated”, you’ll be trading juice boxes for more of these tunes.

This episode is brought to you by Spice Islands (www.spiceislands.com/offbook), Mack Weldon (www.mackweldon.com code: OFFBOOK), and Third Love (www.thirdlove.com/OFFBOOK).

Actress Brianna Baker joins Jensen and Matty to talk about being a part of the CBS Diversity Showcase, Blac Rabbit, Toast of London, Cj Hendry, how we were late on early R.E.M., and many more things you should know about.

This episode is brought to you by Get Magic (www.getmagic.com/KARP).

Jon & Lauren are coming back for a new season of Raised By TV! Catch the season premiere on Stitcher Premium March 14th, and everywhere else April 11th. Go to http://stitcherpremium.com/raisedbytv and use promo code “TV” to get one month of Stitcher Premium free.

Writer Jeffrey Marsh sits down with Cameron to discuss pronouns, existing within a community, and undermining the “separateness.”

This episode is sponsored by Harper Collins Children’s Books and Night Call.

The secrets of the multiverse may be may be discovered by reporter Alex Goldman after he places a call to a mysterious green wizard.

Credits:

Arnie: Arnie Niekamp

Chunt: Adal Rifai

Usidore: Matt Young

Alex Goldman: Alex Goldman

Spintax: Charlie McCracken

PJ Vogt: PJ Vogt

Mysterious Man: Tim Sniffen

Craig: Ryan DiGiorgi

Tricia: Kate James

Producers: Arnie Niekamp, Evan Jacover, Ryan DiGiorgi

Editor: Garrett Schultz

Theme Music: Andy Poland

Reply All Music: Break Master Cylinder

Magic Tavern Logo: Allard Laban

Audio Assistance: Jason Knox

Production Assistance: Garrett Schultz

Special Thanks: Brett Morris and Josh Richmond

This episode is brought to you by Squarespace (www.squarespace.com code: TAVERN) and Casper Mattresses (www.casper.com/chunt code: CHUNT).

Paul F. Tompkins clears his throat before welcoming listeners back to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul’s special return guest is Andy Daly of The Andy Daly Podcast Pilot Project! Andy chats about a place that gives him immediate joy, the pillow his mother gave him as a child that he still uses to this day, and the moment his father stood up and walked away as they watched Midnight Run together. Then, they are joined by Matt Gourley to improvise a story set at the Olympic Opening Ceremonies 2018 PyeongChang, South Korea. 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) and Squarespace (www.squarespace.com code: PFT).

Peter Serafinowicz and Griffin Newman of Amazon’s The Tick join Scott on this week’s Comedy Bang! Bang! They chat about The Hulk writing a magazine, whether they get free Amazon Prime, and Michael Jackson coming back to life. Then, self-proclaimed dirt bag Rudi North stops by to talk about his new job as a security guard at Target. Plus, two Los Angeles tourists Shaliyah and Conchneee stop by to tell us about getting legs as mermaids.

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

Producer Dallas Sonnier joins Amy this week to discuss the 1987 Joel Schumacher film “The Lost Boys.” Amy and Dallas talk about the otherworldly portrayal of California, the look and fashion of the film, and the acting contributions of Jason Patric and Dianne Wiest. Plus, they note how attention to tiny details and the unusual structure of the film work in its favor. Should “The Lost Boys” find a place in The Canon? Cast your vote on the Earwolf forums now!

This epispode is sponsored by FilmStruck.

Welcome to the Andy Daly Podcast Pilot Project Season 2 teaser episode with Matt Gourley and Andy Daly. Special guest/podcast King Scott Aukerman joins Andy & Matt to discuss why the previous pilots from Season 1 were not picked up and the new submitted podcast pilots whose hosts have oddly enough taken advantage of the open door policy on Comedy Bang! Bang! Listen to Season 2 starting Thursday, March 8th on Stitcher Premium! For a free month trial, go to stitcherpremium.com/andyand use promo code ‘ANDY’.

Comedian, writer and podcastress Barbara Gray [twitter.com] (Lady to Lady [t.co], Britney’s Gram [itunes.apple.com]) joins Matt & Dave this week to talk all about being bi, the Backstreet Boys, and of course Britney. Plus declaring your sexuality, the “leave behind”, a painful story where the ghosting is definitely not the worst part, and sooooo much more.

This episode is sponsored by Joule: Sous Vide by ChefSteps (www.chefsteps.com/joule code: HOMOPHILIA) and Hims.

We will heal a broken heart, talk about arm acting, and of course a review Captain America II on this week’s minisode! Paul goes through Corrections and Omissions for Ladybugs, gives an amazing rec during Paul’s Pick of the Week, opens up the Mail Bag, and the Movie Bitches review I, Tonya. Plus, important info on next week’s movie!

This episode is brought to you by Namely (www.namely.com/BONKERS) and Casper Mattresses (www.casper.com/how code: HOW).

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 in theaters now.

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 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.

Comedian Seena Ghaznavi (Sirius XM) and writer Catie Lazarus (Employee of the Month) join Negin to understand the latest string of White House scandals. Plus, the panel delves into Bibi Netanyahu’s corruption probes and they take a closer look at the blossoming bromance between Trump and Netanyahu. Lastly, the Communist party in China changed the constitution to allow President Xi to remain president indefinitely. The panel asks: What does this mean for the future of China?

This episode is sponsored by The Daily Show with Trevor Noah: Ears Edition.

This week, Erin talks about Kentucky’s anti-child marriage bill and the opposition it’s received from the so-called Family Foundation. Then, Bryan discusses the controversy in Starkville, MS over their refusal to allow a gay pride parade in the town, and writer/director Janicza Bravo joins to talk about her film “Lemon,” the state of the industry for female directors, and why it’s important to change how we talk to our kids.

This episode is sponsored by Squarespace (code: SHADE) and Casper Mattresses (code: SHADE).

Hari and his brother Ashok have a new podcast: Kondabolu Brothers. Check out the first episode in your podcast app right now. Witness two brothers occasionally acknowledging their live audience, find out why World War 1 is overrated, and learn why pizza should not be your favorite food. It’s fun.

Subscribe here in Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/untitled-kondabolu-brothers-podcast/id594239207?mt=2

Listen in Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=175748

Cam and Rhea talk “Take My Wife,” k.d. lang and “The Shape of Water.” Sets from Kyle Mizono and Danny Jolles, and chats with Nate Fernald, Chris Garcia, Sasheer Zamata and Nicole Byer.

On the Premiere episode of the Kondabolu Brothers Podcast, Hari & Ashok Kondabolu discuss relationships, mental health, Kenan Thompson & Hari being a murderer. Recorded live in front of a paying audience on January 26th 2018 at Littlefield in Brooklyn, NY.

Mookie Blaiklock, Paul Rust, and Neil Casey join Matt Besser for this week’s improv4humans! We’ll hear scenes about getting stuck on a fence after eating mushrooms, a fake doctor who infiltrates a hospital, and an overly suspicious checkout lady. Plus, Al Roker opens up his own theme park and climate change scientists get to meet their comedy hero.

This episode is sponsored by Audible.

Casey and Danielle fly guestless in the nook. It feels good to be home! They cover it all from the breathtaking new RHONY trailer, having housewives as guests, Marlo’s swim goggle glasses and PK’s tiny arms. NO TAGGING MF’S!!!!!! Jamie Stein weighs in with a Bev Hills dispatch from an empath. Summer tour dates and cities on Casey and Danielle’s instagram: caseyrosewilson and daniellecarolineschneider

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Dan Harmon (Rick and Morty, Community, Whiting Wongs, HarmonTown) joins Andrew to discuss his experience on Whiting Wongs, Gremlins, Big Trouble in Little China, and much more. As always, leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.

Former Trump advisor Rick Gates (Andrew Hansen) isn’t just a person of interest in the Mueller investigation, he’s also a very good boy. He talks to Mark and Pete about what he has in common with Spongebob and Mueller’s baby blue eyes, but can’t resist some gross-looking but delicious candy. Plus: The Hard boys get some shocking news.

As promised, Paul F. Tompkins releases the damaged audio from the 2018 San Francisco SketchFest featuring special guests Tony Hale, Eugene Cordero, Tawny Newsome, Little Janet Varney, and Eban (only the best) Schletter on piano.

Friend of the show Paul F. Tompkins joins Howard, Stard, and Kevin for this week’s Who Charted! First, the gang bonds closer together as they count down a Music Chart for the five stages of grief. Then, we hear the Movie Chart while Paul shares his Oscar thoughts as well as what he’d do to jazz up the ceremony. Plus, Paul explains why he hasn’t gone to space and everyone shares their favorite fish.

This episode is sponsored by Squarespace (code: CHARTED) and Hims.

Adam Scott Aukerman are back this week to talk all about R.E.M.’s second studio album Reckoning. They’ll dive deep into each track including the B-sides. Plus, we’ll hear about Springsteen on Broadway, The Last Jedi, and running times of films in a new episode of “I Love Films.”

This episode is brought to you by Leesa (www.leesa.com/REM) and Spotify.

Comedians Maeve Higgins (Maeve In America, StarTalk) & Brian McCann (Conan, The Who Was? Show) join Jo & Manolo to play listener-created games with callers. 

Games played: A Very British Gameshow, Blockbuster Bagel Video, and The Blame Game.

Musical improviser and rap champion Ross Bryant joins Zach and Jess this week for a trippy musical with David Bowie raps, cavemen, dinosaurs, aliens, and somehow SO much more. With songs like “Relic of Music”, “David Bowie: An Alien For Real” and “Crack Team”, your ears won’t believe what planet you’re on. 

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Coach of the Marina Del Rey High football team Kevin Alamo (Chris Kula) joins Marissa and Listler for this week’s WOMP IT UP! Coach Alamo gives Marissa tips on finding the one person to complete her and explains why he left his native Texas during Hot Topics. Plus, we hear about Coach Alamo’s issues with the school mascot and find out what’s going on with his wife during “What’s Cheesing You,” and Marissa & Listler help him prepare for a confrontation with a role-play exercise on Listler’s Love Lockdown.