Caitriona Balfe, the lovely and talented star of Outlander on Starz joins Josh this week to talk about playing Claire Beauchamp in Outlander, Money Monster, and much more.

Oakland’s own indie rock band Rogue Wave and professional actor Haley Joel Osment join the 1st timers club on this week’s Comedy Bang! Bang! We’ll hear about Haley’s acting journey as well as live songs by Rogue Wave off of their new album “Delusions of Grand Fur.” (which is confirmed to be a play on the phrase “delusions of grandeur.”) Plus, Scott’s nephew Todd stops by having smoked a little too much of the reefer in celebration for the 420 episode and announces that he wants to become an actor.

Why do we think Ned Flanders is so lame? He’s outgoing and nice, is always happy to lend out his lawn equipment and looks amazing in ski-wear. 

Let’s first start off by saying, no, the theme behind this episode is not why left-handed people are lame, but we are talking about giving hugs and high fives, staying away from cigarettes and alcohol, loving thy neighbor and all of the attributes we normally credit to boring people. Unfortunately for many of our dear readers and listeners, it’s actually scientifically proven that working hard and having less fun leads to a longer, healthier life. 

On this week’s episode, Jack O’Brien, Josh Sargent and Alex Schmidt discuss the ways that uncool behavior is actually beneficial to both the individual and society overall. They try to figure out why, despite all this, our culture still loves the bad boy and thinks nice guys finish last.

Footnotes: 

Allure of the Antihero: http://goo.gl/tNJz7M

Do High Fives Help NBA Players?: https://goo.gl/7OJlY9

LA Times: Why Loma Linda Residents Live Longer: http://goo.gl/S9s5Jk

Wired: Why Some Animals Are Becoming Nicer: http://goo.gl/Lbh3nP

Terror Management Theory: https://goo.gl/2KEAcy

Gizmodo: Why Do People Take Selfies in Emergencies?: http://goo.gl/nUJzBG

Cracked: 5 Sucker Behaviors That Secretly Give You an Advantage: http://goo.gl/40LAcN

Stand-up comedian Damien Lemon joins Andrew all this week to answer some racism questions. Today they discuss white girl twerk teams. Be sure to call us at (323) 389-RACE to ask if anything is racist.

Paul F. Tompkins welcomes you all, whether puny, shy or high, to a LIVE episode of Spontaneanation, recorded at the world-famous Largo at The Coronet! This week, Paul’s special guest is comedian Ron Funches of Undateable Live on NBC! They chat about whether it’s possible to fix a bad kisser, the wet dog look, and Ron’s son being a dog racist. Paul is then joined by Hal Lublin, Annie Savage, and Little Janet Varney to improvise a story set at a Call Center Christmas Party. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano! SPONTANEANATION LIVE returns to Largo on Saturday, June 4th, with improvisors Nyima Funk, Colleen Smith and Chris Tallman, with special interview guest Robyn Hitchcock! Tickets are available now: bit.ly/SPONT616

Is there a new sheriff in town? No, she’s had this job for a while. But she’s new to me: this week I talk to Gianessa Relkorus, the first female Sheriff of Hogsface.

Credits

Arnie: Arnie Niekamp

Chunt: Adal Rifai

Usidore: Matt Young

Gianessa Relkorus, Sherriff of Hogsface: Dana Quercioli

Jimminent Turlybirther, the Confidential Courier: Tim Baltz

Krom the Fingerian: Mark Logsdon.

Otok: Nick Baer

Flower: Brooke Briet

Bungaree Chubbins: Tom Gottleib.

Craig: Ryan DiGiorgi

Producers: Arnie Niekamp, Evan Jacover, Ryan DiGiorgi

Editor: Chris Rathjen

Theme Music: Andy Poland

Magic Tavern Logo: Allard Laban

For episode 76, Devin and Amy discuss the 1976 film “Marathon Man.” They debate Dustin Hoffman’s performance and break down the memorable teeth torture scene. Is it safe for “Marathon Man” to enter The Canon? Cast your vote in the Earwolf forums now. Get a head start on next week’s movie, “Se7en.”

Could saying curse words around your family members be a good thing? Your grandmother would probably dismiss that question outright, but the rules may have changed over the last few generations. Even the seminal etiquette book series started by writer Emily Post doesn’t ban its use completely. Today, we’ll hear what Stephen and James have to say on the topic, and get a glimpse into how their own families speak to one another.

Comedian and actress Martha Kelly joins the Sklars for a live Sklarbro Country episode from Moontower Comedy Festival in Austin. The show also features musical guest Josh Adam Meyers. Martha describes her experience co-starring in “Baskets.” Daniel Van Kirk brings a County Story of a woman who drove from Chicago to Indianapolis to fight a girl over a stolen video game. Later, actress Arden Myrin stops by during a County Story of a man who claimed to be from the future and demanded food from an Arby’s. Plus, Mark Wahlberg joins to talk about his new movie, “Dazed and Confused 2,” and gives Martha some unique acting tips.

The fabulous Beanie Feldstein joins Ronna and Beverly to chat about her role in Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising, her love of musical theater, and the origin of her nickname Beanie. Plus, the ladies talk all about Beyoncé’s Lemonade with Howl Production Manager Tiffany.

When Arianna Huffington collapsed from exhaustion after working long hours, she realized something was missing in her life: sleep. In this week’s episode, she talks to David about her crusade to make sure we all reevaluate our relationship to sleep, how she talks to her daughters about feminism and addiction, and what the media is missing about Donald Trump. Subscribe to The David Gregory Show for new episodes every week. It’s your chance to eavesdrop on surprising conversations with famous and interesting people, and hear them get personal about their beliefs, faith, and the things that have mattered most in their lives.

NASA space program rejects Rick Valentino (Jacob Reed) and Pepper Jalopy (Betsy Sodaro) welcome you back to The AstroNOTS Podcast! This week they are joined by Devin Corcorson, a construction worker form Orlando who has been chosen as a finalist for the Mars One Mission. They’ll talk about Devin’s prank mentality, the Uranus theory, their packing list, and also taste some space food. Later, Traci Reardon arrives to help her Twitter followers with space advice in another edition of “Help Me, Rhonda.”

This episode is sponsored by Mack Weldon and Squarespace.

Author Cynthia D’Aprix Sweeney is the writer of The Nest, her debut novel which is on The New York Times Bestsellers List. Cynthia joins Nate this week to chat about embarrassing reading gaps, going back to school to learn how to write fiction, the best advice she receive from Bret Anthony Johnston, the perfect day of writing, and adapting the novel for Amazon with Jill Soloway. Start next month’s book for the Book Club, Kent Haruf’s “Our Souls at Night,” now and send a voicemail about what you thought by calling (702) 751-READ!

This episode is sponsored by Lootcrate.

Learn which unbelievable movie starring a professional wrestler we will be covering next on today’s minisode! Paul also shares some listener voicemails about Solarbabies, JCVD’s buns and more. Send your own voicemail explanation hopes for Paul to answer by calling 619-PAUL ASK. Later, we hear what Blake Harris found out during his journey trying to contact the direct of Solarbabies and Paul goes through Corrections and Omissions for Solarbabies. Don’t forget to check out Blake Harris’ Oral History of Solarbabies over at www.slashfilm.com! Get yourself a BB-8 “What Is Its Mission?” T-shirt or Tote Bag over at http://howdidthisgetmade.bigcartel.com/ Set your DVRs for Party Over Here, a new FOX sketch comedy show from The Lonely Island and Paul starring Nicole Byer, Jessica McKenna, and Alison Rich. It airs Saturdays at 11 pm. People of the internet: Watch Paul in Fresh off the Boat on ABC. Awhile ago, Paul and Rob Huebel did a comedy special on a 60 foot glass bus that traveled around LA. Now you’ll be able to see it. Go to https://itun.es/us/3M4J9 now to buy it! You can also see Jason in Transparent on Amazon! Also, check out June in Grace and Frankie available on Netflix, and in all the episodes of NTSF:SD:SUV:: on HULU for free, and Jason in The Dictator (he’s still in it!).

Andrew Ti and special guest Jessica McKenna finish the week off by discussing when you should speak on discriminating comments. As always, leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.

Bravo aficionado Daniella Pally joins Danielle and Casey in the nook to discuss the last dying gasp of both the Beverly Hills season and the friendship of NYC’s “Sony & Mona”. The ladies then go deep and dirty on the sexy gem that is Southern Charm, and try to figure out which cast member they’re most attracted to (spoiler alert- its ALL of them). Casey also gives on update on her marital bed and Danielle tries to bond with millennials.

Remember when reality TV was so budge? RIP ANTM. Well this week Erin and Bryan when fist to cuffs over this ssue: in Shasta County two ladies were voted prom king and queen and not so shockingly some people were pissed. And the GOP fever dream continued in Alabama where they’re now trying to restrict transgender people from using the “wrong” fitting room in Target. Also guest and journalist Joel Stein is here with some stories about Martha Stewart!

Hiding out with Jon Cryer.

Brett Gelman, Betsy Sodaro, Danielle Schneider and Hillary Matthews join Matt Besser for a live improv4humans episode at Jashfesht. Valley girls get into an inaudible fight, a NASA support group discusses why they aren’t allowed in space and a woman brings chicken everywhere for fun. Plus, a teacher diagnosed with Frozen Middle Finger tries to hide her hand from her students.

What experiences do you dream about doing in your spare time? Do you have your answers ready? Great! Now most definitely do not ask James or Stephen to attend those functions with you, because as we learn on today’s show, their lists of leisure activities are severely limited. This probably explains why they’re able to put out so many podcasts, books, and play backgammon…

Actress Cassandra Freeman joins Kamau and Kevin to describe collaborating with Denzel and Spike Lee in “Inside Man.” She also counts down her top 5 Denzel movies and discusses starring in the upcoming Lifetime movie “The Real MVP: The Wanda Pratt Story.”

Jessica McKenna joins Andrew to talk about a hobby store that carries a white skin tone color for painting miniatures. Make sure to leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.

Jonathan sits down with Scarlett Wang in NYC to talk about moving to America, why certain websites are blocked in China, and how their elections are similar to how America’s Next Top Model works.

The Shrimps take on the The Princess layups at Lake Street Gym. Matt Gourley and Mark McConville call the action.

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Filmmaker and film lover Joe Dante (The Howling, Gremlins, Matinee) joins Leonard to talk about writing for the horror/science fiction film magazine Castle of Frankenstein, going from creating trailers to making a feature film of his own, and his classic and cult movies based web series Trailers From Hell. Plus, Joe recommends some unsung favorite films such as John Farrow’s 1948 film noir The Big Clock.

Gennifer Flowers (Jamie Denbo), Bill Clinton’s one-time mistress, tells all about her fairytale romance with the former president and her burgeoning off-off-Broadway career. Plus: Professor Charles Waterbury (Dan Black) plugs his latest book, “PC Racism.”

We pick up where we left off with Trystan and Biff, and their passive-aggressive standoff.To join the conversation about this episode, go to longestshortesttime.com!

This episode is sponsored by Universal Yums, Third Love, 1-800-Flowers, Alarm.com, and Fracture.

Is re-framing rejection as feedback a useful learning tool, or does it pose a potential danger if taken to heart? Would it be more productive to simply brush rejections aside and keep moving forward? Stephen and James tackle these topics today, recalling their own personal and career rejections, and give ideas for proactively preparing yourself against hearing the answer “no”.

Jessica McKenna joins Andrew to talk about obscure racism and a pet’s name possibly being an obscure racist term. Make sure to leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.

Actress Chelsey Crisp joins Howard and guest co-host Natasha Leggero on this week’s Who Charted. They brainstorm what drugs would be needed to enjoy the Billboard’s Hot 100. During the movies chart, they discuss celebrities, Periscope and writing comedy at a fast food restaurant. Plus, Natasha describes her upcoming Honeymoon Tour and Howard voices his frustrations with slow songs during Two Charted.