Will Hines, Mike Still, and Joe Wengert are humons living in the Dawn of the Planet of the Apes on this week’s improv4humans with Matt Besser! We’ll hear how an undercover cop infiltrates a group of 16 year-olds at a concert, the Tween Gay News as reported by Joe, and the best shitting in your pants story in American history. Plus, Doug Levison aka the Angry Trumpet Critic calls in to offer Matt advice on what to do about another improv teacher unfairly criticizing the UCB in another edition of Case Closed. 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!

Speaking in code with Kumail Nanjiani.

Loud Speakers Network co-founder and CEO Chris Morrow joins Adam for an interview that is a must-listen for anyone who has wanted to know how a successful podcast network finds talent and develops shows. Loud Speakers is a hip-hop and urban focused network that started with the Combat Jack Show, hosted by Combat Jack (a/k/a Reggie Osse) who is regarded as the “Charlie Rose of Hip-Hop.” Chris tells Adam the kind of shows and talent that Loud Speakers is looking for, holding up the hosts of The Read, Crissle and Kid Fury, as examples of fresh, honest, and authentic voices who have attracted a large and loyal audience. Adam asks Chris about his network’s process for developing new shows, which prompts a discussion about both the hard work required and the satisfaction of seeing them come to fruition. This leads to them talking about the constant struggle of balancing a strong brand identity with the flexibility to take on new subjects. Finally, Chris shares his hard-won advice for podcasters looking to launch new shows or start their own networks.

Phoebe Robinson and Andrew talk about why you shouldn’t say the n-word when singing along to a Rap song. Don’t forget to keep leaving us messages by calling (323) 389-RACE.

This week Leonard and Baron discuss three films adapted from books; two that are great, and one that’s just grating. They’re captivated by the many grace notes of the John Irving adaptation “The Cider House Rules,” and appalled by the bloated, lugubrious “How The Grinch Stole Christmas,” before recommending a classic from the 30’s that takes you to a remote, exotic land.

You can’t handle truth. That actor Joshua Malina speaks this week as he joins Matt to chat about his role as Tom in A Few Good Men. Joshua talks about being in the original Broadway production of the same name before appearing in the film, saving Aaron Sorkin’s life, Clint Eastwood defending his manhood on the set of In the Line of Fire, and pranking his West Wing and Scandal castmates. Plus, Matt pits Bad News Bears against Dr. Strangelove in a battle for the best character names during I Was There Who?

MALINA AND THE CAST OF THE WEST WING ON ELLEN: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l5qgjAZIxYc

MALINA ON KIMMEL: http://abc.go.com/shows/jimmy-kimmel-live/news/editors-picks/20141113-josh-malina-pranks-kerry-washington-and-the-cast-of-scandal

Throwing Shade’s Erin Gibson and Bryan Safi expose the true intentions of geese on today’s Who Charted! As they countdown the Top 5 Billboard: Hot 100 songs, we hear how women can be creeps too, how much a room in Howard’s animal hotel goes for, and when there will be a dispensary cinema. Then, everyone discusses morning radio, the Beverly Center, and the secret restaurant on Fairfax in LA during the Movie Chart. Plus, we find out what was the last item Erin & Bryan bought at the grocery store, what their favorite movie is, and more as they answer your Qs in the Tweet Chart!

Horatio Sanz’ SNL castmate, and first guest of The Hooray Show Chris Kattan returns to Bro Bro studios on a late Sunday night to help us celebrate the twentieth episode. Hooray Show regular, Joseph Nunez, happens to be doing his laundry in the house and gets us started while Chris is temporarily kept from the studio by forces that want the Hooray Show dead. Horatio and Chris soon dive deep into their lives on SNL, their favorite castmates and ensemble members, cut scenes, and must hear inside stories about the process of the show. Also, the proper way to make lemonade is discussed.

Still exploring the cave, our heroes go down some stairs that may lead to an underground civilization. Perhaps of some other underground race, perhaps of normal size people, perhaps of giant size people. Teleporting spiders may lie behind them. What will they find going forward? Let’s find out!

Phoebe Robinson & Andrew talk about the word “youths.” Be sure to keep leaving us messages at (323) 389-RACE.

Instead of a whole guest and interview and all that, Chunt, Usidore and I are just gonna hang out and chat tonight. Boys’ Night!

Credits

Arnie: Arnie Niekamp
Chunt: Adal Rifai
Usidore: Matt Young
Otok Barleyfoot: Nick Baer
Mysterious Man: Tim Sniffen

Producers: Arnie Niekamp, Evan Jacover, Ryan DiGiorgi
Editor: Ryan DiGiorgi
Music: Andy Poland
Episode Cover Art: Ross Bryant

Sponsored By: Maxistentialism via The Chicago Podcast Cooperative

Guest commentator Colin Hanks joins us as the Shrimps take on The Blouses at Lake Street Gym. Matt Gourley and Mark McConville call the action.

The Shrimps on Twitter: @pistolshrimpsbb
The Shrimps on Instagram: thepistolshrimps

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Matt Gourley on Twitter and IG: @MattGourley
Mark McConville on Twitter and IG: @MarkMcConville

Disney superstar Jaida-Iman Benjamin joins Deanna & Emily to discover the mysteries of Periscope! Jaida also eloquently defines thirsty, shares her thoughts on the Giuliana Rancic & Zendaya situation, and tells us how she rescued her dog.

Hot shot manager/producer Oly Obst joins Jensen & Matty to talk about getting up off clapping, Global Warming, opening your mouth in pictures, cemeteries, almonds, Joaquin Phoenix, Lip Sync Battle, and how we were dead wrong about small talk, voting, and Married at First Sight. Plus, Jensen & Oly get real in the Pepsi Real Talk Corner!

In celebration of the release of Mad Max: Fury Road, Devin & Amy are pitting The Road Warrior against Fury Road! Is it fair to take the original Mad Max out of the running? Which of the two George Miller classic post-apocalyptic action films will win the prize of being immortalized into the Canon? Will Devin respond to Amy’s texts in the future? Tune in to hear Devin & Amy battle it out in the Thunderdome — and head to the forums on Wolfpop to cast the deciding vote!

David is alone this week to talk about his airport mixup, talk to Kyle and Tig on the phone, and look back on fan favorite bits of the year in the 2014 installment of The Best of Professor Blastoff.

The guys have several apologies to make concerning their recent Comedy Bang Bang appearance and Best Of episode. Then it’s the premiere of the first episode of the new Rotten Tomatoes Podcast presented by Wolf Cool, followed by an appearance from rogue comedian WILL HINES to discuss the sad event of the past week and the influence of Dave.

Phoebe Robinson & Andrew talk about being questioned about your ethnic background because of the color of your skin. 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 actor, comedian, and DJ Flula Borg, who talks about his latest film Pitch Perfect 2, vlogging in the car, and what his friends think of him . Then Daniel covers stories from around the world that include a hitch hiker who lacks proper hitch hiker etiquette, a mismatched machete match, and “the greatest italian restaurant in earth.” Lastly, Mark Wahlberg stops by the studio to talk about his latest film Bench Perfect 2.

Celebrate Mem Day with Nick Swardson as he tells us all about what it’s like touring in the same bus as Alice Cooper, the groundbreaking topics he covers in his new stand-up special “Taste It,” and life on the West side of LA. Then, Bernie Sanders, junior U.S. Senator from Vermont, stops by to talk about economic justice and the changes that will occur in America if he were elected to be President. Later, personal productivity expert Jacob Cloudy arrives to offer everyone tips on how to maximize their day to day activities. Plus, Bernie shows off his filibuster skills as Would You Rather returns!

Paul F. Tompkins welcomes ye, ye, and even little ye back to Spontaneanation! This week he is joined by special guest Michael Sheen of Masters of Sex! They chat about what animal Michael would save from extinction, tricking his sister into thinking he could speak Welsh, and the practice of dodo kicking. Paul is then joined by improvisers James Bladon, Sarah Burns and Mark McConville to improvise a story set during the Annual Ghost Sex Convention in Las Vegas. As always, the magnificent Eban Schletter scores it all on piano. Have you met any five-year-old boys named Scatman? You’re about to!

Comedian, writer, actress Phoebe Robinson joins Andrew all this week to answer some racism questions. Today they discuss if assigning a race based on a person’s voice is racist. Be sure to call us at (323) 389-RACE to ask if anything is racist.

Krom the Barbarian is going to be my guest this week. He is… a big guy.

Mark Wahlberg (Daniel Van Kirk) returns to solution the shit out of all the current world wide issues at the UCB-Sunset Theatre in Los Angeles with his very famous friends Bernie Sanders (James Adomian), Jennifer Aniston (Emily Maya Mills), Jon Cryer (John Milhiser), and Dominic Dierkes. They’ll discuss Ireland voting on gay marriage, David Letterman leaving late night, what’s going to happen to the Simpsons with Harry Shearer leaving, and more.

Nate has some Reading Aloud Book Club vets and a first timer on as he welcomes Emily Halpern, Kevin Awakuni, and Ele Woods for the 7th edition of the Book Club series of Reading Aloud in which they discuss Toni Morrison’s novel “God Help The Child. ” They’ll talk about dealing with childhood trauma, what parents do to children, and feeling emotionally distant from the book’s characters. Plus, everyone brings up what they believed to be fantastical elements in the book as they read listener questions. Make sure to pick up the next book for the upcoming book club episode which will be Stephen King’s “11/22/63” and send in your thoughts on the book at readingaloudpodcast@gmail.com.

Next week we will cover the first film of one of the mega stars of all time, Arnold Strong. This week Paul shares a listener’s dream cast for The Island of Dr. Moreau as he goes through Corrections and Omissions, explains whether Nicolas Cage would have made Dr. Moreau better, and recommends Mad Max in another edition of Scheer’s Picks. Plus, find out which font you should use for your resume from now on as Paul answers your Qs!

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

Ronna & Beverly are back to help out their listeners with advice on politely telling your parents to mind their own business, what to do in London, confronting your daughter, and more!

The Wild Horses are back! Erin Whitehead, Mary Holland, Stephanie Allynne, and Lauren Lapkus bring you a fully improvised show today just like they do every first Saturday of the month at UCB-Franklin in Los Angeles. So grab yourself a seat, relax, and enjoy as you’re transported to a garden party like no other!

Randy and Jason kick off the show with takes that include the many ways that the Chicago Cubs will screw your hopes and why a golfers caddie should be required to yell fore whenever he shoots his gun. Then, the Sklars welcome to the show Tom Green, who talks about his experiences as a guest and host on the Late Show with David Letterman, as well as the influence that Letterman had on him as a comedian. Additionally, Tom reveals the reality of what it was like to be a contestant on Celebrity Apprentice. Later, in quick hits, the gang discusses social media’s ability to shame a hot girl and one university’s ability to use burrito’s as leverage in recruiting. Lastly, Tom Leykis stops by to discuss his thoughts on lesbians.

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Howard, Kulap, and Stard start off this week’s show with commentary on why footed pajama’s and flirtatious outtakes are a most for every music video. Then, Howard reveals how he imagines all hip hop songs play out in the house of Kulap and Scottie Too Hottie. Additionally, Howard apologizes to everyone who’s wedding he’s attended, only to later forget that he was there. Lastly, the gang discusses the potential of performing in the nude.