Join Danielle, guest co-host Morgan Walsh (Burning Love) and special guest and hilarious Texan Rob Sudduth (Telenovela) as they talk about the snoozy Real Housewives of Dallas, camel meat & toe, and caftan chaos. Also a special Kasey’s Korner from the ATL where she tells of the pleasures of Jackee’ and the nightmare of vagina sweat.

Recorded live at South by Southwest 2016, Leonard, Baron, and Jessie discuss three movies based on True Stories: the 2011 Richard Linklater comedy Bernie starring Jack Black, a semi-biographical sports drama that you should avoid, and Errol Morris’ unpredictable 1997 documentary Fast, Cheap & Out of Control.

Recorded Live aboard the JoCo Cruise, Matt welcomes singer-songwriter Aimee Mann to talk about her role as Nihilist Woman, Franz’s Girlfriend in The Big Lebowski. Aimee tells us about having to create dialogue in German, what it was like working with the Coen brothers, and whether or not her character gave her toe away willingly. Then, Paul F. Tompkins returns to talk about playing customer service operator Chad in Magnolia. Paul describes his three intense days of shooting the scene which included singing Sade songs with Mary Lynn Rajskub, embarrassing himself at the table read as he sat right next to Tom Cruise, and realizing his only his voice would make the final cut. Plus, Matt and Paul share how the power of the internet lead to them being friends and collaborators as they answer audience questions!

Matt Gourley presents the first episode of Jemaine Clement’s Howl original series The Mysterious Secrets Of Uncle Bertie’s Botanarium. The Mysterious Secrets Of Uncle Bertie’s Botanarium is an epic, richly sound-designed comedy adventure, created by a truly unique trio of writer/director Duncan Sarkies, musician Lawrence Arabia, and artist Stephen Templer. This Howl Original 12-part mini-series stars Jemaine Clement (Flight Of The Conchords) and an ensemble of creative friends from Wellington, New Zealand. Travel back to 1768, when the Fortitude sailed from the famous port of Damprot, the Jewel of the Gravy Isles. The ship, commandeered by Lord Joseph Banks–nephew of the infamous botanist Bertie Banks–was on a mission to find a plant known to be the very source of pleasure in the world: Heaven’s Clover. This is the tale of that fateful journey. To hear the rest of the story, told week-by-week, sign up for Howl Premium today. Use the promo code BERTIE at Howl.fm, and get your first month free.

Last year, our guest host Tim Ferriss wrote in a blog post that he was no longer investing in new startups, even though he’s done well in the past. He rationalized that other investors would quickly take his place if he stepped away from the market, which makes him replaceable in that field. Instead, he refocused his energy on writing, where he has penned a unique voice. Today, James, Stephen, and Tim look into the power of idea creation, saying no when it matters the most, and expressing your unique weirdness in all of its glory.

One weekend Trystan and his boyfriend were clubbing in Vegas; the next they were steeped in diapers and Legos. The story of how two twenty-somethings became parents. Overnight. To join the conversation about this episode, go to longestshortesttime.com!

Stand-up comedian Quincy Jones and Andrew to talk about naming your baby Langston. Make sure to leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.

Actor Drew Tarver shares a story with Howard and Kulap about trying to step into the spotlight while his younger sisters auditioned for American Idol Juniors. They brainstorm unique grieving techniques after a break-up in the Top 5 songs on Stereogum chart. Later, the gang counts down the top 5 movies with the word “spring” in its title. During Two Charted, Ku and H. Michael Kre open some special gifts.

Join Kevin as he sits down with legendary actress Jamie Lee Curtis (True Lies, Scream Queens). Jamie chats about growing up in Hollywood steering her into an acting career and much digression into other captivating topics.

Welcome to “Musical; Theater”, a discussion of all things musical and theatrical! Join your host, Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber, and his protege, Comedy Bang! Bang! intern Gino Lambardo, as they tell the story of how Gino became the out-of-town director of “School Of Rock,” dissect the genre of Billy Joel, and answer your burning Twitter questions about Broadway.

An aspiring voice actor talks about using jokes to help with the hard times, and explains how she frames success. Plus she asks Chris the most important question he has ever faced: if you were to be eaten by an animal of your choice, which one would it be?

Despite a near-infinite number of baby books available, new parents are always amazed at how unprepared they feel. Luckily, Stephen and James – both fathers of two teenagers – have years of experience saved up to help out on this topic. Joining our hosts this week is prospective parent and recent dog adopter Tim Ferriss, who makes the case that people should successfully train a chicken before having a human child of their own.

Sean and Hayes are taking their listeners inside the process of crafting a network pilot by recording every step of the process. This week: Brainstorming and Outlining.

Writer and podcaster Erin Mallory Long joins Jensen and Matty to talk about co-hosting a podcast devoted to the TV show Friends (Best Of Friends Podcast), her eBook Text/Chat/Email, the perfect Jeopardy! category, The Pheels, My Wife’s Junk YouTube channel, Ando, Dawson’s Creek, The Name of the Wind, how we’re late on Daniel Clowes’ Patience, UberEATS, Nathan For You, and many other things you should know about.

Singer-songwriter Kira Morrison gives Deanna & Emily some social media tips, gets familiar with Dr. Drew, and shares how the power of Taylurking granted her to be in Taylor Swift’s music video for “Shake It Off.” Plus, Kira performs a wonderful acoustic rendition of an original song she wrote entitled “Jenny.” Check out Kira’s debut EP “Progressions” over at http://www.kiramorrisonmusic.com/.

Stand-up comedian Quincy Jones joins Andrew to talk about a caller have a subconscious association with her black friend and basketball. Make sure to leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.

Comedian Tom Rhodes talks to Randy and Jason about his former Dutch late-night talk show. He also shares stories about the countries he visited while touring as a stand-up and hosting a travel show. Daniel Van Kirk brings a County Story of a naked woman dancing on a Big Rig during a two-hour traffic jam. Later, former Chicago White Sox coach Ozzie Guillén calls in to talk MLB spring training.

Paul answers your questions about Wrestlemania, Maximum Overdrive, and a Ryan Seacrest action movie as he goes through the Voicemails of the Week. Send your own voicemail question for Paul to answer by calling 619-PAUL ASK. If you loved Bloodsport you will definitely love our next HDTGM movie selection as it was directed by Van-Damme himself. Paul also goes through Corrections and Omissions for Bloodsport this week as well as another bonus follow up for Sleepaway Camp. Plus, Fan Creations returns and Paul shares a special song during Paul’s Pick of the Week. Don’t forget to check out Blake Harris’ Oral History of Bloodsport 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!).

We tend to think of the class system as money thing. Rich people are high-class, poor people are of a lower class, and those things can change with the purchase of a lottery ticket or one bad financial investment. But that common understanding of class in America is not really how things work.

Think of how many lottery winners are bankrupt within years because they overspend on frivolous things that would seem impressive to their own class. That explains Donald Trump’s rise to political power. He’s basically the lower class idea of wealth: he owns golf courses and casinos, has his name on everything, and is obsessed with gold. To your Vanderbilts or Rockefellers, he’s a clown, but to lower class people, his lifestyle is something to strive for.

On this week’s episode Jack O’Brien and Jason Pargin (aka David Wong) take a deep dive into how we perceive class in America, what most people get wrong about it, and the surprising ways class is confused with race.

Footnotes:

Siderea on Economic and Social Class in America: http://goo.gl/tlmX4S

Slate Star Codex’s Entry Summarizing Siderea’s Piece: http://goo.gl/2eYdF6

Slate Star Codex: I Can Tolerate Anything Except the Outgroup: http://goo.gl/ZrwgcS

The Atlantic’s Review of ‘Class: A Guide Through The American Status System’: http://goo.gl/G04Jzg

Buy tickets to our next live episode taping on April 9th at 7pm at the UCB Sunset Theatre in Los Angeles: https://goo.gl/VeEDmF

I always thought it was weird how Usidore saves his bodily fluids. This week I learn why. It’s still weird.

Credits
Arnie: Arnie Niekamp
Chunt: Adal Rifai
Usidore: Matt Young
Metanoid: Jorin Garguilo
Spants/Gorgon: Meridith Stepien
Mysterious Man: Tim Sniffen
Craig: Ryan DiGiorgi

Producers: Arnie Niekamp, Evan Jacover, Ryan DiGiorgi
Editor: Ryan DiGiorgi
Theme Music: Andy Poland
Magic Tavern Logo: Allard Laban

Paul F. Tompkins welcomes all– including the bros– back to SPONTANEANATION! This week, Paul’s special guest is singer-songwriter and composer Michael Penn! They chat about public restroom precautions, glamping in a tiny house, and Michael’s collection of unusual musical instruments. Paul is then joined by Stephanie Courtney, Michael Oosterom, and Little Janet Varney to improvise a story set in The Line For The Circular Saw In The Lumber Department at Home Depot. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano! SPONTANEANATION LIVE returns to Largo on Saturday, April 2nd! Paul’s special guest will be Grant-Lee Phillips and his improvisors will be Stephanie Courtney, Colleen Smith and Gary Anthony Williams! Get your tickets now: bit.ly/SPONT416

Jerrod Carmichael, star of NBC’s The Carmichael Show returns on this week’s Comedy Bang! Bang! Jerrod and Scott catch up as they chat about Neighbors 2, the real conversations that The Carmichael Show tackles, and Jerrod’s impressive sense of direction. Then, entrepreneur Angel Coliciwo stops by to tell us all about his new Hollywood Celebrity Tour that eliminates the part of the tour that everyone hates. Later, we hear some of the many fictional languages of which Professor of Linguistics Pam Steensma has created.

It finally happened. Tom Hiddleston joins Josh after much anticipation to chat about playing singer-songwriter Hank Williams in I Saw The Light, shooting Kong: Skull Island, his interest going back to the theatre, and much more. Plus, Josh catches up with the lovely Elizabeth Olsen about I Saw The Light, Avengers, and condiments.

Stand-up comedian Quincy Jones joins Andrew all this week to answer some racism questions. Today they discuss the term “culturally white” and white guilt. Be sure to call us at (323) 389-RACE to ask if anything is racist.

In celebration of “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice,” Amy and Devin pin Tim Burton’s “Batman” against Richard Donner’s “Superman.” They break down parts of the films like attention to detail in “Batman” and Clark and Lois’s captivating chemistry in “Superman.” Tune in, and head over to the Earwolf forums to cast your vote.

To celebrate 300 episodes of Sklarbro Country, Daniel Van Kirk interviews Randy and Jason about the podcast. They look back on memorable episodes, the Sklars’ early days in stand-up and the evolution of Sklarbro Country. Later, they listen to voicemails from guests congratulating the hosts on 300 episodes.

The Mysterious Secrets Of Uncle Bertie’s Botanarium is an epic, richly sound-designed comedy adventure, created by a truly unique trio of writer/director Duncan Sarkies, musician Lawrence Arabia, and artist Stephen Templer. This Howl Original 12-part mini-series stars Jemaine Clement (Flight Of The Conchords) and an ensemble of creative friends from Wellington, New Zealand. In Episode 2, Lord Joseph Banks assembles a crew for a noble mission: to go to the very source of pleasure, in order to destroy it. To hear the rest of the story, told week-by-week, sign up for Howl Premium today. Use the promo code BERTIE at Howl.fm, and get your first month free.

Wake up and listen to the Dreams Dreams Dreams podcast hosted by your favorite three older ladies Claribelle (Alison Rich), Zelda (Jessica McKenna), and Ruth (Nicole Byer)! What goes into having a good group nap? Claribelle, Zelda, and Ruth will take you through all the steps! Then, they welcome a very special guest and dream analyst Derrick Kidman to analyze all our their most recent dreams (recurring and sexy included). Plus, Traci Reardon arrives to help her Twitter followers with dream advice in another edition of “Help Me, Rhonda.” Sweet dreams!

Ronna & Beverly return to the beautiful UCB-Sunset in Los Angeles and this time they are joined by Who Charted’s Kulap Vilaysack and Engineer Sam! They’ll talk about her new comedy series Bajillion Dollar Propertie$ on Seeso, the status of her Origin Story documentary, and help out listeners with some expert advice. Plus, Michael Constantini makes a very rare appearance!

Maret Orliss is the Associative Director of Programming and Events for The L.A. Times. She joins Nate this week to talk about The L.A. Times Festival of Books at USC which is the largest cultural festival in America which this year will include 9 stages featuring special guests Carrie Brownstein, Arianna Huffington, Buzz Aldrin, and much more. Then, Nate closes the show out by reading Tom Perrotta’s “Snowman” as suggested by a listener. Make sure to get a head start for the next book club by grabbing yourself Sylvia Plath’s The Bell Jar and send in your thoughts on the book at readingaloudpodcast@gmail.com. Go to http://events.latimes.com/festivalofbooks/ for more info on The Festival of Books.