Shocking the system with Jere Burns.

James has forgotten again what ultracrepidarianism is. (Hint: Listen back to episode 60.) Following a quick refresher from Stephen on speaking fluidly without sufficient knowledge, our non-experts take to deciphering what constitutes expertise. For instance, how many doctor-penned modern diets and medical ideas have been completely nullified after just a few years of being accepted as truths?

Screenwriter Gary Whitta joins Kamau and Kevin to describe writing “The Book of Eli” and working with Denzel. They talk about ​why Denzel is one of the few actors who can carry a movie by himself. Plus, Gary shares several funny and insightful stories about the greatest actor of all time. Check out United Shades of America on CNN April 24th and Kamau’s first comedy special, “Semi-Prominent Negro,” on Showtime April 29th.

Kat Ahn and Abby Brosh join Andrew to talk about Chicken and Waffle themed sneakers. Make sure to leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.

During the reign of Aerys Targaryen, his son Prince Rhaegar won the grand Tournament at Harrenhal, and crowned Lyanna Stark the Queen of Love and Beauty. Too bad she was already betrothed to Robert Baratheon. When Rhaegar and Lyanna disappeared, the realm descended into chaos. Episode 3 of Shadow Of The Dragon covers the ensuing civil war, commonly known as Robert’s Rebellion. To hear more from this series, log on to howl.fm and use the code HGOT to get 1-month free access.

Nearly 300 years after the Conquest, Aerys Targaryen was ruler of Westeros, the latest in an unbroken line of Targaryen monarchs. As a creeping madness began to infect his mind, more and more of the true power of the throne was diverted to his lifelong friend and Hand of the King, Tywin Lannister. Episode 2 of Shadow Of The Dragon, covers the early years of Aerys’ reign, and his complex, shifting friendship with Tywin. To hear more from this series, log on to howl.fm and use the code HGOT to get 1-month free access.

Who were the First Men? Or the Andals? What about the Valyrians? Where did all the dragons come from? How did Westeros come to be Westeros? Maester Carlin answers all these questions and more in Episode 1 of Shadow Of The Dragon series, covering Westerosi history from the first human settlements on Westeros to Aegon Targaryen’s dragon fueled continental conquest. To hear more from this series, log on to howl.fm and use the code HGOT to get 1-month free access.

Sarah Palin (Mary Holland) stops by Hard Nation to promote her new book documentary on climate change and play the flute. Plus: a young man named Dwayne Johnson (Craig Rowin) needs help dealing with his mom.

Comedian and actor Gilbert Gottfried joins Leonard and Baron to talk about growing up in New York watching old movies on late-night TV, doing impressions of Humphrey Bogart as he started doing stand-up at the age of 15, and how his lifelong passion for old movies has informed his comedy. Plus, Gilbert recommends some unsung movies you should seek out, including 1968’s The Swimmer starring Burt Lancaster.

Public radio icon Terry Gross talks about why she chose to never have children. And her recurring nightmare about a baby. To join the conversation about this episode, go to longestshortesttime.com!

Stephen hasn’t been seriously sick in years. James hasn’t needed to see a medical doctor since the age of 18. What lessons can they provide from their research, conversations with prominent physicians, and life experience? Today’s tips will hopefully make you healthier, if not also wealthier and wiser.

The Shrimps take on the Miss Demeanors at Pan North Weddington Auditorium. Matt Gourley and Mark McConville call the action.

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Matt Walsh, Colton Dunn, Mookie Blaiklock and Billy Merritt join Matt Besser for a special 420 episode live at UCB Sunset. The origin story of The Waldos inspire a scene about a Subway employee who decides to change his favorite order. A butter-loving couple discovers their super powers, and a scene with the lights off brings the improvisers to a ghostly coal mine. Plus, Besser shares his 1992 man-on-the-street interviews at a Bill Clinton election day rally. Sign up for Seeso.com to watch Besser’s stand-up special “Besser Breaks the Record” and “The UCB Show,” which were filmed live in UCBLA.

Comedian Solomon Georgio joins Kulap and Howard on this week’s Who Charted. They discuss Kitchen Coachella–Howard’s tactic to watch the festival online from his place–during the top 5 songs on iTunes chart. In the TV chart, Solomon describes living with other comedians and performing in the Viceland show “Flophouse.” Kulap talks about getting the hang of Snapchat and Howard brings updates on his Austin adventures during Two Charted.

Kat Ahn and Abby Brosh join Andrew to talk about a caller’s question about Jewish folks. Make sure to leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.

Jonathan is joined by comedian and actor Ian Harvie to talk about moving to Los Angeles, Transparent, and what it means to truly be comfortable with your gender identity.

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LIVE from Largo at the Coronet in Los Angeles, Colin Hay, Jeff Goldblum, and Bill Burr join Kevin to celebrate 7 years of Kevin Pollak’s Chat Show. Photo courtesy of Largo.

Sean and Hayes reveal themselves to be sneakerheads and discuss the newest sneakers they’ve bought. Then MIKE LAWRENCE joins in for a quick trip to the Popcorn Gallery.

Reflections on death and the value of a 401k turns into candid sex advice from Chris Gethard to his anonymous caller.

Writer Shelby Fero joins Jensen and Matty to talk about BEEF season, the Green Gravel Comedy Festival, Royce 5’9″ new album “Layers,” Mitski, Pistol Shrimps basketball documentary, Worst Cooks in America, how we’re late on the new Archie paperback, The Lone Ranger, Akira, and many other things you should know about.

Workaholics writer and Adam DeVine’s House Party producer Scotty Landes is a grown adult who works closely with comedians on the rise. He joins Deanna & Emily this week to talk about the immediacy of Snapchat, his thoughts on the youth being able to record every moment of their life, and how dating millennials made him realize how opinionated you are when you’re young.

Learning from your mistakes at work is one of the surest self-teaching methods to improve your professional future. James’ query to Stephen today about the lessons he’s learned helps explain Stephen’s writing path from graduate school to the journalist he is today. Meanwhile, fake internet-doctor James (sans lab coat today) gets prescriptive, converting Stephen’s life lessons into actionable items for self-improvement.

Comedian Mike Lawrence talks to Randy and Jason about the importance of taking a stance as a comedian. They also discuss interviewing losers of a ping pong tournament, “Finding the Funny” and Mike writing for “Inside Amy Schumer.” Daniel Van Kirk brings a County Story of a woman who fell for a police department’s obvious online trap. Plus, Stone Cold Steve Austin drops by and endorses Hillary Clinton.

Kat Ahn and Abby Brosh join Andrew to talk about engaging old people. Make sure to leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.

Maester George RR Carlin (Alex Berg) of Hardcore Game of Thrones has a special message.

In this preview of Friday’s episode, David talks to former Massachusetts Governor and 2012 presidential candidate Mitt Romney about the possibility of a brokered Republican convention and why he doesn’t want to see Donald Trump in the White House.  To hear the full interview, where Gov. Romney talks about politics, faith, and Obama’s legacy, subscribe to The David Gregory Show and download the episode on Friday, April 22!

Check out the first episode of the brand new Earwolf show “Hard Nation!” Join the Hard Brothers (Mike Still and Paul Welsh) for a bare-knuckle political brawl that will leave you with an America-shaped bruise on your brain. Featuring your favorite comedians performing as your (least) favorite politicians. This episode, “Hillary Clinton Eats A Burrito” features Nicole Byer and Jessica McKenna.

Paul F. Tompkins is making the most of every welcome and is pleased to welcome you all back to SPONTANEANATION! This week, Paul’s special guest is stand-up comedian Margaret Cho! They chat about what tattoo Margaret would get if she had to get one within the hour, visiting the White House, and the history of The Bishop Don “Magic” Juan. Paul is then joined by Carla Cackowski, Brandon Johnson, and Chris Tallman to improvise a story set in Los Feliz, Karen’s House, 1997. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano! SPONTANEANATION LIVE returns to Largo on Saturday, June 4th, with special guest Robyn Hitchcock! Tickets are available now: bit.ly/SPONT616

Thomas Middleditch, Kumail Nanjiani, and Martin Starr of HBO’s Silicon Valley are back to give us the inside scoop of what we can look forward to in the 3rd season of their show on this week’s Comedy Bang! Bang! They’ll also take some calls from around the world, talk about Kumail’s amazing experience on the set of The X-Files, and tell us about their “Rude Boys” scooter crew. Later, aspiring stand-up comedian Turd Dunkweed arrives to talk about the night Kumail discovered him while performing his act at an open mic at Meltdown Comics.

Sam Heughan is a charming guy and hard working actor. Sam joins Josh this week to talk about the new season of the Starz series Outlander, where he was in his career before he got his role in the series, and the pros and cons of being objectified for your looks.