The adorable Louis Peitzman of BuzzFeed joins Ronna & Beverly to chat about his generation always being in front of a screen, his live storytelling show “Cheaper Than Therapy” which he co-hosts with Sarah Thyre, Caitlyn Jenner, the creator of The Human Centipede, and how we easily forget how racist Disney movies were. Plus, the ladies follow up with one of their listeners and offer them some marriage advice.

On this week’s show, Kulap enlightens Chartist’s on what kind of self inflicted pain Howard has been putting himself through since adolescence. Additionally, Howard explains the best way to continue one’s physical growth far into adulthood. Later, Kulap gives the play by play of her weekend in Vegas, specifically the best way to get there.

Andrew Ti and special guest Kara Brown finish the week off by discussing the idea of being racist toward White people. As always, leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.

Jerry Stahl writes for a living. He has written many books including his memoir Permanent Midnight. Jerry has also worked extensively in television, writing episodes of ALF, thirtysomething, and Maron. He joins Nate for a chat about his new book OG Dad, which is about becoming a new father, why he decided writing was going to be his path, his excellent description of the internet, being on Oprah before she had a book club, and the story behind him going to Marlon Brando’s island, Tetiaroa. Don’t forget to grab Stephen King’s “11/22/63” and send in your thoughts on the book at readingaloudpodcast@gmail.com. Get a head start on the next book which is “H is For Hawk” by Helen Macdonald and join us for a LIVE Book Club episode with special guests Paul Scheer, Julieanne Smolinkski, Aya Cash, and Jerry Stahl on July 21st at 7:30 at Skylight Books!

Man on Fire may very well be the ultimate Denzel Washington movie. Kevin & Kamau talk about the wonderful Denzel/Christopher Walken team-up, Denzel becoming the greatest dad in the world, and why the movie is basically The Equalizer in Mexico. They also discuss Rachel Dolezal identifying as black and Kevin’s surprise visit to the Container Store. Plus, they call up friend of the show Johnny Skourtis aka Ralphie from The Equalizer to talk about the the now green-lit sequel to The Equalizer.

Oscar winning singer-songwriter Ryan Bingham joins Mary Holland, Jon Gabrus, Eugene Cordero, and Matt Besser for a musical episode of improv4humans! Hear Ryan play some songs from his catalog that will inspire scenes about thinking twice before fighting with someone because you never know the tough things they are going through,  trying to hear the moonlight on a nice quiet night, and a deadly pop song. Make sure to get the Upright Citizens Brigade television show season 3 now available on DVD, the UCB Comedy Improv Manual, and Ryan Bingham’s music over at www.binghammusic.com!

Pulling your card with Anthony Jeselnik.

Kara Brown and Andrew talk about the “where are you from” question in relation to a job interview. Don’t forget to keep leaving us messages by calling (323) 389-RACE.

Horatio and Chad open up Bro Bro Studios and hit record and all hell breaks loose. Fran Gillespie and Jon Gabrus make their second appearances on the show and Joe Wengert steps up to the plate in his Hooray Show debut. We finally find out what happens to Horatio after the car accident, what day is bagel day in the hospital, and we steal a signal from and tune into the Guccione family radio program.

Grab your mighty hammer, it’s time to face electrocuted Russel Brands! Join Dag, Winter, Nausica & the gang as they continue along the path trying to keep their waists safe, their magic missiles launching, and their swords poking at dicks.

We kick of this episode of Who Charted with three the things that any non-millennial must do in order to consider themselves a “trans-milennial.” Then, Kulap and Howard welcome to the show SNL alum and stand up comedian Brooks Wheelan. Brooks talks about the beauty of mountains, the proper way to drink a “Dew,” and why cassettes are the new MP3’s! Also, the gang discusses how Jurassic World managed to have the second best opening weekend on record. Later, Brooks reveals the ultimate Halloween character, provided your cool with getting removed from every party you attend.

Kara Brown & Andrew talk about whether you should let people touch your hair or not. Be sure to keep leaving us messages at (323) 389-RACE.

I finally get to meet the famous wizard Spintax the Green! Maybe I should have told Usidore he was coming…

Credits

Arnie: Arnie Niekamp
Chunt: Adal Rifai
Usidore: Matt Young
Spintax: Charlie McCrackin
Glenn Miller: Nick Gage
Spants: Meridith Stepien
Mysterious Man: Tim Sniffen

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

Sponsored By: Cards Against Humanity via The Chicago Podcast Cooperative

The Shrimps take on the Alley Oopsies at Pan-Pacific Park. Matt Gourley and Mark McConville call the action.

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Join Kevin as he sits down with actor Jon Cryer (Pretty in Pink, Two and a Half Men) as Jon promotes his newly published memoir, So That Happened. Jon chats about growing up on Broadway, being a member of the Brat Pack, and life after Charlie Sheen.

Kara Brown & Andrew talk about if it’s racist to assume someone’s race based on their name. Make sure to leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.

The boys have a visitor fan from England and talk about smart British comedy with him. Then NEIL CAMPBELL joins the discussion to play clips from his new Tedd Talks podcast on WolfCool and share stories about his stepdad.

Randy and Jason welcome to the show Alison Becker, who talks about the genesis of her improv career, her work on Parks And Recreation, and why true professionals throw up on set. Then, Daniel Van Kirk covers stories from across the country that include a group of water gun bandit’s, a woman who steals a free breakfast, and twin brothers who have a classic brick fight. Lastly, Penelope Cruz calls in to share her admiration for Randy and Jason.

The handsome and scrappy actor Noah Segan joins Devin & Amy this week with a 70s counter-culture nomination for the canon: Two-Lane Blacktop. It’s a story of two street racers (played by James Taylor and Dennis Wilson) who live on the road in their highly modified, brutal Chevrolet 150 two-door sedan drag car and drift from town to town, making their income by challenging local residents to impromptu drag races. Will everyone agree that the journey to search for this film just to be able to watch it was worth it? Tune in for the discussion of a film wildly considered to be an icon of existential cinema and the American New Wave — and head to the forums on Wolfpop to cast the deciding vote!

Welcome back America! Wompler & Listler continue their broadcast from the Marina Del Ray Public Library and this week they are joined by Health teacher Mr. Joe Bongo (Andy Daly)! Mr. Bongo tells us about non traditional teaching style, his Sex-Ed unit, and  his current student band. Later, we learn about Mr. Bongo’s lucid dreaming as we give out some love advice during Listler’s Love Lockdown. Plus, Mr. Bongo reveals his greatest sadness as he answers questions from the Anonymous Question Box.

Jason “Zouks” Mantzoukas is back baby! J-Man talks to Scott about possibly taking over CBB if he happens to perish, his dating life, and his new podcast called “Talkin’ ‘Tang.” But heynong man, old friend Mike the Janitor also returns from cleaning up the Earwolf sauna to ask listeners to support his online campaign to finally clean up that Garbage Island in the Pacific.

Paul F. Tompkins welcomes all his brothers he hasn’t met yet, including women, back to Spontaneanation! This week Paul’s special guest is hip-hop artist Open Mike Eagle! They chat about social anxiety, merch booths guidelines, and pizza day in high school. Paul is then joined by Janet Varney, Jean Villepique and Hal Lublin to improvise a story set in the Waiting Room at An Oil Change Place. As always, the sensational Eban Schletter scores it all on piano! 

Writer Kara Brown returns to join Andrew all this week to answer some racism questions. Today they discuss Thug Notes. Be sure to call us at (323) 389-RACE to ask if anything is racist.

Guten tag! It’s time for another episode of Film Chat with Adalwolf Ditmar (Brendon Small), the premier film chat show for those who appreciate the “key of G”. This week, the new head of the Board of Directors for the American Film Institute stops by for a chat. This wonderful “unicorn of a woman” explains what current films should be added to the archives, the underrated glory of ‘Desolation of Smaug’, and her constant drooling. Then later Traci Reardon stops by to answer Twitter questions for “Help Me Rhonda!”

It’s a WolfPop teamup! This week Paul & Jason are joined by two special guests, from “Blacklist Table Reads”, Franklin Leonard, and from the equally popular “Picking Favorites, Razzle Dangerously. They try, and almost succeed, to understand the plot of the Wachowskis’ ‘Jupiter Ascending’. All the hard hitting questions are asked, including; why do no two aliens look the same? At what point did Channing Tatum realize what he was in for? Does being part dog help you in space? And why is our theme song so loud?

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Randy and Jason welcome to the show comedian, improviser, and author Greg Proops, who discusses his new work ‘The Smartest Book In The World,’ as well as how writing reinvigorated his passion for comedy in a whole new way. Then, the gang discusses why the only thing preventing professional sports from operating on it’s highest level is greed. Later, Greg talks about his role in the Star Wars franchise, as inspired by one of his favorite baseball personalities. Lastly, Manny Pacquiao leaves a voicemail wherein he interviews himself.

On this week’s Two Charted, Howard and Stard premier some brand new music for Kulap, which sparks a brainstorming session of potential titles for Howard’s east-coast standup tour. Then, the gang opens gifts from Chartists, wherein they thank one very special fan who saved the entire Summah Summit from potential disaster. Later, during Kulap’s chart, the crew discusses why women in podcasts are among the strongest in entertainment. Lastly, Kulap and Howard tease some very fun changes for Who Charted of the future!

Andrew Ti and special guest Josh Fadem finish the week off by discussing White people loving Black Dynamite. As always, leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.

Welcome back to The Black List Table Reads, hosted by Franklin Leonard. This week we return to comedy with Terrible Parents from screenwriter Kevin Oeser. One Black List reader said of the script, “The dialogue is sharp and intelligent. The characters rapports are wonderful and the send up of modern parenting is biting without feeling misanthropic. Finally, the writing itself is extremely well done, clearly the work of a screenwriter in total control of their medium.” Terrible Parents is brought to life by Paul Scheer, June Diane Raphael, Rob Huebel, Janie Haddad Tompkins, Sarah Baker, Matt Gourley, Joel Spence, Michelle Lema, Lauren Flans, and Cooper Thornton.