Wonderful actress and one of the nicest people on the planet, Bryce Dallas Howard joins Josh to talk about getting permission from her parents to see Jurassic Park as a child to now starring in Jurassic World, performing naked onstage, her experience on M. Night Shyamalan’s The Village, and more.

Every rule has exceptions, and while Leonard and Baron have reservations about many remakes of older films, this week they spotlight a couple they love! They praise the breathless, incredibly funny His Girl Friday, lament that the latest RoboCop was hamstrung from the beginning by a terrible script, and recommend a remake of a spooky Swedish thriller.

After gutting that spider, our adventurers must heal up before continuing their travels. Will they discuss Mad Max, Spencer Gifts, and George Carlin? You bet they will!

Straight from the Mount Rushmore of Chicago Improv, Susan Messing comes down to Bro Bro to mess with Horatio, Chad and Hooray Show regular, Kevin Dorff. Susan tries out her new standup/rap persona “Too Soon” and Kevin tolerates fart jokes but only because of their place in history. Kevin stays patient at the plate while Chad goes on about his USO tour in Iraq.  

Taz Ahmed & Andrew talk about a parent’s issue with people assuming that her older children are the parents of their siblings. Be sure to keep leaving us messages at (323) 389-RACE.

Hot off the Summah Summit, Howard announces that he is officially seeing out of both eyes once again. Then, Kulap welcomes to the show comedian Jamie Lee, who incites an intense battle, as judged by Howard, of who has attended the nicest wedding. Then, the gang sheds light on how Australians got there accents, the secret behind writing the Pitch Perfect franchise, and how a Carousel may or may not work. Lastly, Howard and Stard premier a track form their latest album!!!

Two traveling bards are passing through Hogsface and I am going to try to convince them to be on the podcast and play some music.

Credits

Arnie: Arnie Niekamp
Chunt: Adal Rifai
Usidore: Matt Young
Glenn Miller: Nick Gage
Spants: Meridith Stepien
Mysterious Man: Tim Sniffen
Kern: Spencer Ham

Producers: Arnie Niekamp, Evan Jacover, Ryan DiGiorgi
Editor: Ryan DiGiorgi
Theme Music: Andy Poland

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The Shrimps take on the Black Dahlias at North Weddington Park. Matt Gourley and Mark McConville call the action.

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Tech expert Brendan Dauenhauer joins Deanna & Emily to answer all their burning tech questions about cookies & cache, being watched through the computer, and the Cloud. Plus, Brendan offers his expertise to help out Matt Besser of improv4humans, Lennon Parham and Jessica St. Clair from Womp It Up!, David Huntsberger of Professor Blastoff, and Chad Krueger of The Hooray Show with Horatio Sanz with their tech questions.

Writer Jeff Weiss joins Jensen & guest host Drew Ungvari to talk about growing up in Beverly Hills & listening to the Chronic at 10 years old, the generation gap in Hip-Hop today, why you need a brand as a rapper, DJ Quik X Spoon “Inside Out” Remix, Kodak Black, Doughboys Podcast, Boogie, Microphone Check NPR podcast, how we’re late on Ex Machina, GGN, Big Sur, and many other things you should know about.

David talks about the process of being anxious and anticipation as he checks in with Kyle during his time at the World Series of Poker. Plus, they check in with Kyle’s mother about some interesting texts she’s received.

In this bonus Ask the UCB episode, Matt Besser talks about improv openings and answers questions about the musical guests on the show. Make sure to get the Upright Citizens Brigade television show season 3 now available on DVD, the UCB Comedy Improv Manual, and Dragoon’s new album at dragoongalaxy.bandcamp.com!

Sean and Hayes encounter a new Earwolf engineer and talk about the hot new movies Aloha and San Andreas. Then, ROSS MATHEWS comes by the studio to talk about bagel class with Sean, give Intern Andy advice about interning, and answer Popcorn Gallery questions about working for Jay Lego and an ancient fable.

Taz Ahmed & Andrew talk about how beards can be a part of your ethnicity. Make sure to leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.

Randy, Jason, and Daniel Van Kirk welcome to the show legendary Chicago comedian Emo Philips, who sheds some light on living life outside of the box, as well as why the recent history of the Chicago Blackhawks is a direct parallel to democracy. Then, Daniel covers stories from across the globe that include an eight year old boy who’s in charge of the car pool, a child that can only be disciplined by the police, and alcoholics who receive the job of a lifetime. Lastly, Michael Kissick leaves a voicemail wherein he describes his impromptu vacation.

This week Devin & Amy are discussing 1989’s Do the Right Thing, a Spike Lee Joint. Can you feel the heat of Bed-Stuy Brooklyn through the beautiful filmmaking on display? Does the message of the film mean as much as it does nearly 25 years later? Did Mookie do the right thing? Tune in to hear Devin & Amy share their thoughts on a film whose message remains immortal — and head to the forums on Wolfpop to cast the deciding vote!

Gilbert and Frank take a day trip to the New Jersey home of comedian, actor and former Howard Stern sideman Artie Lange to bash “Godfather Part III,” praise their favorite character actors (paging Philip Baker Hall!) and laud the films of Sidney Lumet. Also, Artie disses Tom Cruise, dissects “Goodfellas” and dismisses “Mystery Men.” PLUS: Peter Ustinov! Tom Waits! Black Don Rickles! Charles Nelson Reilly gives batting tips! And Gilbert sings again!

Paul F. Tompkins extends his welcome to all the beloved people out there on their journey back to Spontaneanation! This week Paul’s special guest is Justin Kirk of HBO’s Angels in America and Showtime’s Weeds! They chat about the earliest memory Justin has of doing something cruel, being a classic lurker online, and having a house warming party after living in his home for years. Paul is then joined by improvisers Sarah Burns, Matt Gourley, and Chris Tallman, to improvise a story set at A Performing Arts High School. As always, the superb Eban Schletter scores it all on piano! 

Los Angeles: Spontaneanation is happening LIVE with special guests on Friday, June 19th at Largo at the Coronet and you can be there too! Get tickets now at http://www.largo-la.com/!

We’re here to celebrate a man by the name of Reggie Watts as he bids farewell to the Comedy Bang! Bang! TV show. Joining Scott to say goodbye to Reggie is CBB TV’s Executive Producer and Head Writer Neil Campbell who helps mediate Scott & Reggie’s public conversation on why Reggie is leaving the show and what awaits him in the world of late night television. Also, dropping by is BB-8, the ball droid from the new Star Wars film to wish Reggie farewell, tell us all about the new Star Wars film, and to throw his hat in the ring to replace Reggie on the show. Plus, Reggie & Neil finally go head to head in the much anticipated and epic Freestyle Rap Battle rematch in CBB history! Tune into the special Goodbye Reggie Watts episode of CBB TV this Thursday (June 4th) at 10:30/9:30 Central on IFC.

Wompler and Listler are at it again as they come to you from the Marina Del Ray Public Library along with Wompler’s step dad Seth (Brian Huskey) working the levels on a new WOMP IT UP! Listler catches us up on a STARS program exclusive field trip to Capt. Dave’s Dolphin and Whale Watching Safari during Hot Topix, Seth debuts his own segment called Cutting the Cheese: Seth Wompler Talks about the Issues of the Day That Are Cheesing Him or Rubbing Him the Wrong Way If You Don’t Know What the Phrase Cheese Means, and everyone advises listeners in the ways of the heart in another edition of Listler’s Love Lockdown. Then, we put the Spotlight On: Dr. Dennis Endercut (Brian Stack) as we learn about his literary magazine, what’s on his bucket list, and if he’s ever been in love. Plus, Principal Sanders (Miriam Tolan) makes a surprise visit to the library!

Source material aside, did you find yourself watching ‘Daredevil’ on Netflix and thinking: Matt Murdock is a very capable blind man in New York, why does he need the cane, the sunglasses, and the wide-eyed stare? He walks the streets with ease and beats up thugs with horrifying proficiency, why the need for the standard film and television signifiers that yes, he is indeed a blind man?

Can’t characters be blind, be handicapped, be gay, be Jamaican, be anything other than straight white American men without writers or directors or costume designers slapping the easiest, most stereotypical labels on them?

This week on the podcast, Jack O’Brien is joined by Jason Pargin (aka David Wong) and Josh Sargent to talk about the pitfalls of this cinematic shorthand, how certain movie stereotypes unknowingly misrepresent the people they try to epitomize, and why even “a good stereotype,” is still wildly reductive of an entire population of people.

Activist, politico, and podcaster Taz Ahmed joins Andrew all this week to answer some racism questions. Today they discuss backhanded compliments on people’s ability to speak English. Be sure to call us at (323) 389-RACE to ask if anything is racist.

Randy and Jason start off this week’s episode with all things NBA playoffs, wherein they discuss whether or not the NBA is a safe place for children and why the curse of Lil B. is keeping Kevin Durant from winning a championship. Additionally, the Sklars debate whether or not Fifa is more corrupt than ISIS. Then, Marc Evan Jackson joins the show. Marc discusses how he got his name, his transition into comedy, and his love of golf. Later, the gang discusses why sporting events are not proper venues for experimental food and a Single A baseball team’s promotion that nearly tarnished A-Rod’s flawless reputation. Lastly, Bernie Sanders stops by the studio to review his presidential campaign.

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The official “post-Letterman” era of Two Charted kicks off with a preview of the gangs upcoming live performance Summah Summit, as well as some very special birthday wishes. Additionally, Stard and Howard give insight into their morning acclamations, ones that could, one day, include a pull-up or two. Then, Howard reveals why clean shoe lace tips are the key to good parenting. Later, Kulap discusses the process of music composition for her documentary. Lastly, the gang signs off with a special poem, as performed by Harris Wittels.

Recorded LIVE from Irving Plaza in New York, Abbi Jacobson of Broad City joins Paul, June, and Jason to discuss the story of Pretzie and Arnold Strong aka Schwarzenegger in Hercules in New York! They’ll cover everything from Arnold’s awkward flirting, Hercules vs. the bear in sneakers in Central Park, the moment of clear genius during the chariot race scene, and Pretzie’s ending monologue. Plus, everyone in the crowd shows off their best Hercules impression during audience Q&As!

People of the internet: Check out June in Grace and Frankie available on Netflix, all the episodes of NTSF:SD:SUV:: on HULU for free, and ScheeRL on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbNGyZuMGBm0cq73JN-QhcpQNc-Shtlb7

Welcome back to Second Chances with Donald Faulter (Ben Schwartz), the show in which you can reach those in the afterlife including loved ones, historical figures, and celebrities. On the 1000th episode, Donald is joined by yogurt contest winner and famous acrobat Salmy McFurft all the way from India. Salmy gets closure as she communicates with her grandmother, father, and Bea Arthur. Plus, Traci Reardon finally gets to ask her grandmother a very important question as well as offer her advice to Twitter followers in her recurring segment, “Help Me, Rhonda.”

Andrew Ti and special guest Phoebe Robinson finish the week off by discussing terrible memes. As always, leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.

Sarah and Susan discuss “Sunday in the Park with George” and “Into the Woods” in their first ever Sondheim Sob Fest. Then, they welcome writer, comedian, TV/podcast host Dave Holmes to talk about why he is always on the verge of tears, Judy Kaye singing “Being Alive” from Company, “A Little Bit of Everything” by Dawes, Clark Klent leaving Ma Kent in the 1978 Superman film, and more.

Thanks to a special Denzealot, the first LIVE episode of Denzel Washington Is The Greatest Actor of All Time Period is now available! Recorded LIVE from Union Hall in Brooklyn, New York, Kamau & Kevin welcome Jozen Cummings of the New York Post, Tony award winner James Monroe Iglehart, and comedian Hasan Minhaj of The Daily Show to talk about Kevin’s new haircut, the Uncle Denzel meme, and of course Inside Man.

In the 3rd installment of Stacey Martin’s Williamsburg-set drama “The Other Side,” things are escalating quite a bit. When we last left off, Jacob has just fallen asleep in the apartment of the beautiful young hipster Hannah whose come into his life. He’s feeling a bit estranged from everything he knows. What happens next? Tune in to find out! The Other Side stars Cooper Thornton, Darren Criss, Jerry Adler, Eddie Kaye Thomas, Tammy Blanchard, Wallis Currie-Wood, Pico Alexander, Ron Tsur, Bill Raymond, and Neal Lerner.