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March 24, 2015
Hugh Grant is a wonderfully witty and incredible actor with an amazing screen presence. Hugh joins Josh to talk about his recent time in Britain as a full time political campaigner, his new film The Rewrite, how you would approach creating a romantic comedy today, having fun while filming Cloud Atlas, and his role in Four Weddings and a Funeral.
March 24, 2015
The suave Colin Firth joins Josh for a lovely chat about his amazing new movie called Kingsman: The Secret Service, growing up with James Bond & the rumors over the years of him taking the Bond name, being able to take a year off without anyone noticing, his in the Bridget Jones movies, and singing in Mamma Mia!
March 24, 2015
Sir Kenneth Branagh is one of the most talented actors and filmmakers of this generation. Kenneth and Josh talk about his experience directing/starring in Dead Again, being surprised by the reaction to the release of Hamlet, his new film Cinderella, and much more. Watch Kenneth & Josh in The Confession of Kenneth Branagh on YouTube right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DQJa8izAi_U
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March 24, 2015
Josh Duhamel is an amazingly talented actor and all around great guy. Josh joins Josh to talk about the time he put on a full body gimp outfit, his new show Battle Creek, his good ol’ modeling days, battling against the likes of Ashton Kutcher, auditioning for Guardians of the Galaxy, and much more fun stuff.
March 24, 2015
Hugh Grant is a wonderfully witty and incredible actor with an amazing screen presence. Hugh joins Josh to talk about his recent time in Britain as a full time political campaigner, his new film The Rewrite, how you would approach creating a romantic comedy today, having fun while filming Cloud Atlas, and his role in Four Weddings and a Funeral.
March 24, 2015
The suave Colin Firth joins Josh for a lovely chat about his amazing new movie called Kingsman: The Secret Service, growing up with James Bond & the rumors over the years of him taking the Bond name, being able to take a year off without anyone noticing, his in the Bridget Jones movies, and singing in Mamma Mia!
March 24, 2015
Stand-up comedian Jak Knight joins Jensen & Matty to talk about getting inspiration from debating with other comics, underground Seattle rappers, working on the Lucas Bros. Moving Co. ADHD show, Chicago artist Holt, rapper Fetty Wap, It Follows, The Case for Reparations, Young Alec Baldwin, Roll for the Galaxy, how we’re late on The Castle’s of Burgundy, OCTGN, 16-year-old producer WondaGurl, and many other things you should know about.
March 24, 2015
EP. 21 — MC Lars
Guest MC Lars
Rapper MC Lars joins Jensen & Matty to talk about killing Nerdcore, growing up in the Bay Area, his experience performing on the Warped Tour, singer-songwriter/producer BOOTS, The Bugs Bunny Crazy Castle NES game, Love Me the Documentary, Vanilla Ice’s “Mind Blowin’” album, Valiant Comics, how we’re late on Wordpress, nice glasses, and many other things you should know about.
March 24, 2015
The talented, charming, dashing Adam Scott of U Talkin’ U2 To Me? joins Josh to talk about his new film Hot Tub Time Machine 2, his thoughts on Parks and Recreation coming to an end, not knowing what where he was going with his career before being a part of Party Down, and much more.
March 24, 2015
Neil Patrick Harris is a jack of all trades. He joins Josh to talk about the story behind his book Choose Your Own Autobiography, how hosting the Oscars is on his bucket list, the bevy of TV movies that he has done, the many hats he has worn as a performer that includes being the president of The Magic Castle, and his role in Gone Girl (there are spoilers).
March 24, 2015
Lisa Kudrow is a tremendous comedic force. Lisa talks to Josh about the surprising return of HBO’s The Comeback after 9 years, her early beginnings with The Groundlings, having a good attitude about auditioning early in her career, being grateful for her time on Friends, and the underrated film Wonderland.
March 24, 2015
The amazing actor, comedian, and SNL alum Will Forte joins Josh for a delightful chat about the creation of his show The Last Man On Earth, his love of the F word, writing for Jenny McCarthy and the MTV Movie Awards early on, being terrified the first time he had the opportunity to audition for SNL, and much more.
March 24, 2015
This week, the Professor Blastoff gang celebrates a huge milestone — 200 shows! Kyle, David, and Tig start with a discussion about their habits on the road and the surprising effects of music from the 1940s. Then, super special guest Molly Ringwald stops by the hatch to raise the stakes on the pizza debate and chat about her advice column, motherhood, and This American Life. Plus, more body rap!
March 24, 2015
The delightful John Butler & Andrew talk about whether pro-wrestling is racist or not. Make sure to leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.
March 24, 2015
Randy and Jason welcome to the show comedian, actor, and writer, Kenny Stevenson, who talks about growing up in Anaheim, the many schools of comedy, and why “the clapper” is less effective than actually clapping. Then, Daniel Van Kirk covers stories from around the globe that include; a children’s birthday party that might as well as have been hosted by ISIS, a twenty-one year old man who has no regard for his genitals, and an airplane bathroom that gets destroyed by Michael Cane. Lastly, Liam Neeson drops by to explain why people keep taking his things.
See video from story 2 here: http://ktla.com/2015/03/11/naked-man-runs-head-first-into-back-window-of-minivan-during-wild-parking-lot-rampage-in-anaheim/
March 23, 2015
Sean and Hayes talk more about the ups and downs of filming their pilot and Engineer Codyboy gets caught red-handed. Then, screen junkie HAL RUDNICK drops by the studio to talk movies, spoiler alerts, and Good Will Hunting. Hayes reveals a personal issue he’s having with the honeypot and the boys play a quick round of of fuck/marry/kill. Finally, the Popcorn Gallery is back to ask Hal some questions.
March 23, 2015
Jimmy, Matt and the gang celebrate their 500th episode with a live show featuring special guests Joe Lo Truglio, Rich Sommer, Mike Schmidt and Pat Francis. (Recorded live at the UCB Franklin in Hollywood on March 22, 2015.)
March 23, 2015
The tables are being banged on as lead-singers Torquil & Amy of Stars join Scott on this week’s Comedy Bing! Bong! They’ll tell us about the band’s origin story, making each other sing embarrassing lyrics, and play songs off their latest album “No One Is Lost.” Later, Claudia O’Doherty returns to showcase her excellent Kim Cattrall impression on everyone including Hollywood barber Brian Barber.
March 23, 2015
Director/writer John Butler joins Andrew all this week to answer some racism questions. Today they discuss St. Patrick’s Day. Be sure to call us at (323) 389-RACE to ask if anything is racist.
March 20, 2015
Writer/director Evan Goldberg (Superbad) and HDTGM all-star Paul F. Tompkins (BoJack Horseman) join Paul & Jason to talk about the insanity in the 1999 shark flick Deep Blue Sea. Live from Largo in L.A. they get into Samuel L. Jackson’s infamous death scene, LL Cool J’s relationship with his bird, Stellan Skarsgård’s new name, and how Saffron Burrows is the film’s true villain. Plus, we hear LL Cool J’s hip-hop prayer and the best song ever recorded for a movie.
March 20, 2015
Welcome back to Split Ends, your favorite weekly hair podcast hosted by Trey Felt (Drew Tarver) coming to you backstage at the International Hair Show in Orlando, Florida! This week Trey is joined by the best hair stylist in the country, Craigory James. Craigory tells us how he came up with his infamous Chunky Highlights, how hands on he is with Craigory Salons, and his new line of hair care products. Later, our favorite teenager Traci Reardon joins them to offer advice on hair related questions to her Twitter followers in her recurring segment, “Help Me, Rhonda.”
March 20, 2015
Howard and Kulap, as joined by Stard, kick off the show by explaining the origin of fingernails, the advantages of grooming your best friend, and why head coaches are the real stars of March Madness. Then, Howard talks about his big week, wherein he went to Vegas, performed six shows, and watched some things on Netflix. Additionally, the crew talks about the benefits of Viagra, certain spiders that have Viagra-like super powers, and a promise that they will all participate in Soul Cycle. Lastly, Kulap talks about the time she went to the moon; only to find out that she really had done shrooms in Joshua Tree.
March 20, 2015
Randy and Jason kick off the episode with takes about a minor league baseball player who lands himself in “Sklarbrotration” and a European Soccer player who longs for a piece of the Berlin Wall. Then, the Sklars welcome to the show fellow stand up comedian Cameron Esposito, who talks about the best ways to handle a hackler, as well as the rise of women in professional sports. Later, in quick hits, the gang talks about Ronda Rousey’s ability to break Laila Ali’s arm in half, Mitt Romney’s future career in boxing, and a list of the least intimidating things you can put on your hockey mask. Lastly, Dick Vitale calls in to talk about the benefits of his latest Hooters endorsement.
March 19, 2015
Sarah and Susan discuss the music that makes them cry while exercising with Psychotherapist/indoor cycling instructor Elizabeth Hill. Then, they are joined by actress, comedian, and all around wonderful person Jenny Slate to talk about the things that make her cry, which include the dinosaurs in The Tree of Life, “On the Street Where You Live” from My Fair Lady, and “Cedar Lane” by First Aid Kit.
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March 19, 2015
Paul F. Tompkins (and Eban Schletter on piano) introduces you to his new completely improvised podcast featuring very special guests.
March 19, 2015
EP. 20 — Ricochet
Guest Doug Benson
Our favorite movie lover, Doug Benson of Doug Loves Movies is back to join Kevin & Kamau to discuss an alternate universe Denzel in the 1992 action film Ricochet. They talk about this movie being Denzel’s Die Hard, Denzel’s rock hard abs, John Lithgow’s amazing hair, and Denzel’s weirdest noise ever.
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March 19, 2015
EP. 340 — LIVE from SXSW 2015 II
Guest Tig Notaro Stephanie Allynne Mary Holland Lauren Lapkus James Adomian
This week’s B-B-B-ONUS-S-S Comedy Bing! Bong! was recorded LIVE from the South by Southwest Festival in Austin, Texas with Professor Blastoff’s own Tig Notaro! Tig shares a story with us that is sure to keep Austin weird and tells us about her new Showtime special “Knock Knock, It’s Tig Notaro” before she weighs in on the family issues that small business owners Helen & Hannah Harpie have with their sister Hortense. As they talk it out, radio legend Tom Leykis makes his way onto the stage to tease us on the new app he’s promoting.
March 19, 2015
Matt Walsh, Horatio Sanz, and Shannon O’Neill commend you for finding this week’s improv4humans with Matt Besser recorded LIVE from SXSW on your favorite podcast app. Get ready to learn about the only beast noise app that you’ll ever want to own, why a car prank can get you in a situation you don’t want to be in, and the origins of being a hype-man. Plus, Austin Lucas performs “Splinters” as inspiration for some more improvised scenes. 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!
March 19, 2015
Adam’s guest is Micah Rosenbloom, who joins for a lively discussion about the role of podcasting in entrepreneurship and venture capital. Micah is Managing Partner of the Founder Collective, an early stage venture capital firm that funded companies like Buzzfeed, Uber and Maker Bot. Podcast listeners may know him from his appearance on Gimlet Media’s StartUp podcast, in which he advised Gimlet founder Alex Blumberg to find a co-founder (he did). Micah talks about his first job out of college, working at the Endeavor talent agency, and how Hollywood does, and does not, resemble the venture capital world. He tells Adam how many people told him “I heard you on StartUp,” and then they discuss how podcasting can help entrepreneurs build their online persona and market themselves. Finally, Micah reveals his plans for a new podcast project with Midroll.