Latest Episodes
February 12, 2015
Kristina Wong & Andrew talk about taking ownership of stereotypes. Don’t forget to keep leaving us messages by calling (323) 389-RACE.
February 11, 2015
EP. 15 — Fallen
Guest Aisha Harris
Slate staff writer Aisha Harris joins Kevin & Kamau to discuss the 1998 fantasy action film Fallen. They talk about why you can call this movie Se7enish, Denzel chewing like a badass throughout the movie, Denzel squaring off with the Devil, and why Denzel asks the nun on the bus to define apocalypse. Plus, Aisha shares her Top 5 Denzel movies and explains what lead her to write her Slate article “How Do you Solve a Problem Like Denzel?” which you can read right here: http://www.slate.com/articles/arts/culturebox/2014/09/denzel_washington_repeats_himself_in_the_equalizer_how_he_can_save_his_career.html
February 11, 2015
Horatio and Chad take the show on the road to the world premier of A Better You at the Santa Barbara Film Festival. At a house in Montecito that director Matt Walsh provided for the cast and crew, we set up shop and interview whoever is awake enough at 7am to be on a podcast. Morgan Walsh tells us how she and Matt met, Horatio tells the story about why he is called “Rog” and Erinn Hayes brings us the most insane smoothies ever created. Blenders are discussed. Things get weird at the after-party when inevitably Samm Levine and Kevin Dorff show up. We think Joe Show was there as well, but we’re not sure. Co-writer and star Brian Huskey joins us back in bro-bro studios to recap.
February 11, 2015
After dispatching of some giants, the gang moves onward into the woods. Will they find a new friend? Are there more giants on their path? Will they reminisce about Fartman? Tune in to find out!
February 11, 2015
Kristina Wong & Andrew talk about whether blue lights on porches is racist or not. Be sure to keep leaving us messages at (323) 389-RACE.
February 11, 2015
This week, Kulap and Howard come to you live from Cobb’s Comedy Club in San Francisco, the perfect place for Howard to describe what his favorite building is. Then, Kulap and Howard welcome to the show Jason Ritter, who explains why Coward of the County is the best song for taking your party to next level. Also, the gang fields questions from Chartists, wherein one Chartist demonstrates her passion for the sea. Lastly, Howard and Stard steal the hearts of Chartist’s everywhere with a special performance of Gu Cruise and other tunes.
February 10, 2015
Young actress and all around delight, Vivian Lamolli, joins Deanna & Emily to talk about why you gotta have a fierce lip, what Christian Eyebrows are, and how to beat a face. She also tells us about being on Hulu’s first all Latino series, East Los High; being on one of Emily’s all time favorite shows, Sex Sent Me to the ER; and teaches us some Spanish slang.
February 10, 2015
Writer Ethan Teller joins Matty & Jensen to talk about trolling the trolls on Facebook, being the number one X-Men expert in the world, to test his X-Men knowledge in a special quiz, and to get you up OFF tons of stuff. That stuff includes Late-night talk shows, Bill Murray, hunting, profanity, and bangs. We were also dead ass wrong about digital online comics, Empire, & hiking.
February 10, 2015
Join Kevin as he chats with actor Sam Rockwell (Moon, The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy) as Sam discusses what actors and films inspired his creative choices for some of his most memorable characters other than his slick dance moves.
February 10, 2015
The guys dig through their large backlog of negative feedback for an installment of “Eh, Wrong!”, open up some listener mail, then choose a good name for the mail segment. Then SETH MORRIS arrives to help launch “Talkin’ Turkey,” the first podcast from Hayes and Sean’s Wolfcool Network.
February 10, 2015
Tig’s back in the final solo episode as Stephanie Allynne joins her in the hatch again to talk about their experiences at The Sundance Film Festival. Then both of Stephanie’s siblings join in to discuss their academic background, sibling rivalry, and Tig discusses meeting her 19 year old brother for the first time.
February 10, 2015
The hilarious Kristina Wong & Andrew talk about whether race is a construct. Make sure to leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.
February 10, 2015
Randy and Jason welcome to the show comedian Seth Herzog, who gives details about life in comedy and what it’s like working with Jimmy Fallon and The Roots. Then, the Sklars give a sneak peak of what we can expect in their upcoming Comedy Central Pilot. Also, Dan Van Kirk covers headlines from around the world that include; an 11 year old girl that goes to Florida to steal from her grandma, a woman who knows the best way to seek revenge on a neighbor, and a woman who get’s assaulted by her oven, while making waffles. Lastly, Doug Buffone calls in to explain where the Bears went wrong.
Los Angeles: Be in the audience for The Sklar Brothers’ pilot taping of Just Saying on Wednesday February 18th by going here: http://on-camera-audiences.com/shows/Just_Saying_with_The_Sklar_Brothers
February 9, 2015
Jack Antonoff of fun. & Bleachers finally makes his way onto Comedy Bing Bong for a serious chat about love. Scott & Jack talk about immortality, marriage, and Jack’s personal 10 commandments. Then, Susan and Jacob Brooks of Pit Stop in Beverly Hills come into the studio to tell us all about their pit rescue business, their past life as bullies, and the status of their tiger sanctuary. It’s a real flipperidoo of an episode you won’t want to miss!
February 9, 2015
We’ve all heard about the butterfly effect: a butterfly flaps its wings in one part of the world, and weeks later that results in a hurricane somewhere else. But that doesn’t actually happen, right?
We can’t prove that a butterfly can affect the weather, but we certainly can tell you that the weather affects us in huge ways. It’s been proven that sunny weather yields a good day for the stock market, and that a rainy election day typically results in a Republican win. So maybe that imaginary butterfly has a bigger grasp on our lives than we think.
This week on the podcast, Cracked editor-in-chief Jack O’Brien is joined by Michael Swaim and Dan O’Brien to discuss some examples of this very phenomenon and show how the tiniest of mistakes can change the course of history.
February 9, 2015
Performance artist/writer/comedian Kristina Wong joins Andrew all this week to answer some racism questions. Today they talk about a burger joint painted model. Be sure to call us at (323) 389-RACE to ask if anything is racist.
February 8, 2015
On their way back from Park City, Devin & Amy detour to New Jersey’s Quick Stop convenience store to discuss the Sundance surprise of 1994: Kevin Smith’s Clerks. Is this the View Askewniverse’s only good film? Did Clerks prove that anyone could make a movie–and is that a good thing? Can Devin put aside his personal beef with Kevin Smith? Plus, they predict which flicks from this year’s Sundance could be potential canon fodder. Tune in for the battle — and head to the forums on Wolfpop to cast the deciding vote!
February 6, 2015
Nate starts the show by talking about hugging strangers at the Superbowl and sharing some new book news regarding Harper Lee. Nate also plays us a recording of the great Rick Holmes reading Blake Stuck’s “I’m Going to Replace My Hands With Hammers, So Help Me God” live from the UCB-theatre in Los Angeles. Then, Nate is joined by Jake Fogelnest, a professional comedian, writer, director, and podcaster to talk about why making it big in showbiz recently has kept his podcast The Fogelnest Files on hiatus but it will return soon, why you need to be listening to The Best Show, how he convinced his parents at 14 that he should write, direct, and star in a public access TV show from his bedroom, which bands are important, and to recommend some great music books such as “Please Kill Me: The Uncensored Oral History of Punk.” Finally, a beautiful letter written by Helen Keller to the New York Symphony Orchestra is read by the fantastic Aya Cash. Grab Jonathan Franzen’s “The Corrections” and send in your thoughts on the book at readingaloudpodcast@gmail.com for the next book club episode!
February 6, 2015
Randy and Jason kick off this episode with takes from around the sports world, including Warren Sapp’s sexual adventures and how the Atlanta Falcons used sound effects to spawn their reign as an NFL dynasty. Then, the Sklars welcome to the show the creative team behind What We Do In The Shadows, Jemaine Clement, and Taika Waititi, who help explain why America is the world champion of calling itself a world champion. Additionally, the group explains how they launched their careers and why 11 minutes is all you need for an Oscar nomination. Lastly, in quick hits, the gang covers headlines such as how many skittles is too many skittles, Lance Armstrong’s flawless plan to get out of a DUI, and the lowest scoring basketball game of all time.
Los Angeles: Be in the audience for The Sklar Brothers’ pilot taping of Just Saying on Wednesday February 18th by going here: http://on-camera-audiences.com/shows/Just_Saying_with_The_Sklar_Brothers
February 6, 2015
Welcome back to another installment of T.G.I.G.O.T.G.OST (Thank God It’s the Guardians of the Galaxy Original Soundtrack) with Sean Clements and Hayes Davenport! Joining them this week is expert brain scientist Tanya Yavichi who helps the guys get to the bottom of the show’s core question, “Why is this friggin’ soundtrack so addictive?” Tanya pitches her version of the movie, they countdown this week’s favorite tracks as they visit Star-Lord’s Favorite Corner, and everyone speaks on the haters out there. Later, Traci Reardon arrives to open up the Groot Shoot and offer advice to her Twitter followers.
February 6, 2015
The wonderful ladies of the new Amazon show Salem Rogers: Model of the Year 1998, Lindsey Stoddart and Leslie Bibb join Ronna & Beverly to chat about the story, the characters, and the actors in the show, the shame they get watching terrible reality shows, a 16-year-old Leslie being crowned the winner of Oprah’s first nationwide model search, babies, and their significant other. Plus, Ronna explains how she was superstitious about the Super Bowl and Beverly gives us the recap on the important moments of the Kitten Bowl.
February 6, 2015
This week’s episode of Two Charted jumps off with gifts from Kulap and what it is that Howard is looking for from fans at his upcoming show. Then, Howard does a chart of Bruce Springsteen’s Live Concert Outtakes, wherein he explains why the Super Bowl made his dreams come true, by explaining why the ocean is the best. Also, Stard steps in to help assess Katy Perry’s halftime performance and whether or not she made the proper use of Lenny Kravitz and Missy Elliot. Lastly, Kulap explains that although she fully understands Howard’s ways, she’s also very concerned for his health.
February 6, 2015
Andrew Ti and special guest Jimmy Wong finish the week off by discussing the idea of justifying a Black super villain by having a Black superhero. As always, leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.
February 5, 2015
Sarah and Susan start off by discussing the sounds of whales singing at a spa and James Dickey’s “The Leap” as they share their Cry of the Week. Then, singer extraordinaire Susanna Hoffs joins Sarah and Susan to talk about fainting couches, “Moon River” by Audrey Hepburn, her son sending her a book of poetry, crying at weddings, and Made in Dagenham
February 5, 2015
Drew Spears, Neil Casey, and Brian Huskey find a visor mirror that shows the ultimate truth on this week’s improv4humans with Matt Besser! They’ll also go on a romantic journey with an Autobot, meet an existential stoner, and become the group of people that submit visual videos to the improv4humans forum for Crap on YouTube. 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!
February 5, 2015
Time magazine columnist, journalist, and author Joel Stein joins Adam for a spirited discussion that traverses the circuitous pathway between old and new media. Joel talks about why he chose to go with old media when he got out of college in the 90s–even predicting that the big corporations would take over everything on the internet—and why he continues to stick with his choice. However, he does reveal his super-secret podcast project that doesn’t have any listeners yet. Then, Adam asks him about sparking controversy in print, and Joel explains why apologies for offending people almost never work. Finally, he tells Adam why he hasn’t hosted a podcast yet, even though he’s had offers, and, speaking as a listener and media personality, he gives his prognosis for the five-year future of the medium.
February 5, 2015
Jimmy Wong & Andrew talk about why there isn’t more discussion about Left Wing racism. Don’t forget to keep leaving us messages by calling (323) 389-RACE.
February 4, 2015
Get yourself a good meatball hero sandwich or a bowl of pasta as you listen to Johnny Williams talk to Matt about his role as Johnny Roastbeef in Martin Scorsese’s Goodfellas. We’ll hear about the origin of the name Johnny Roastbeef, Johnny’s early beginnings of owning a deli in East Harlem, meeting Scorsese & De Niro, busting balls with Joe Pesci, and his death scene which leads off one of the greatest montages in film history. Plus, Matt shares some actual fun facts about the real characters and events in Goodfellas during I Was Really There Too.
February 4, 2015
This week it’s a special episode dedicated to the Denzealots as Kamau & Kevin take to Twitter and talk about all the great Denzelish stuff you guys have sent us online, how the Denzealots had Kevin’s back for the MacBook Air story, the future of Black People Homework, and more. Plus, Kamau shares why the end of days might be upon us. Read all about Kamau’s experience over at his website http://www.wkamaubell.com/