In Episode 5 of Season 4, Michael and Michael drill deep into the topic of Architecture as social commentary. Their conversation covers everything from the ancient Egyptian pyramids to thatched roofs to the story of the 3 little pigs.

“Topics” features original music by Dan Deacon.

Bob is excited to have his friend and eating expert Sandy join him to talk about his ground breaking movement “The San Diego Mindset,” indulge in his San Diego diet, challenge some of the popular conceptions within the new age community, and to play a game called Teachable Moments.

Steve Agee & Dan Telfer are here to stay as they join the Nerd Poker gang officially! This time around the gang decide to either fend off some blue giants or make their way to the docks.

Howard and Kulap start off the show with a taste of the best and worst salads of the past week. Plus, if you’re the type of Chartist that wants to see people get drunk and act out the movie Armageddon, then meet Mo Mandel! Howard and Kulap welcome Mo to the show to talk about his new show Barmagedden. Then, Mo and Howard compare their unique Nickelodeon voice over skills. Later, the gang deliberates over what level of grad school you need to attend in order to understand the movie Interstellar. Lastly, Mo takes questions from Chartists!

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You’re in for something special as Deanna & Emily talk to actor/comedian/American treasure Bill Kottkamp about grandma versace, his #ViralSpecial, and the origin of memes. Bill also shares how he feels like he’s both a lady & a gentleman, his joke writing process, and his best pump up jams.

Jensen & Matty once again take YOUR calls but this time ask the Bunheads themselves for suggestions on what we should get up OFF. We talk about yelling at people “I can’t see” at crowded events, lumber sexuals, the ironic love of bad Hip-Hop, stop kicking it on the corner, aux cords, drinkable apple sauce, being a total asshole in a public restroom, Miyazaki, ringtones, new Eminem, dabs, and mailboxes attached to houses. We’ll also find out if Adnan is guilty or innocent, if Jensen’s love Marissa is alive, and which host is more emotionally healthy.

Climb into the hatch today as Tig, Kyle, and David switch things up today with a special guest-less episode. They read and address YOUR emails, covering topics like being a genius, boredom, and lying. Plus, Kyle brings out a new rap!

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Are you addicted to Serial like the rest of the country? Hayes and Sean are finally talking about the wildly popular phenomenon, throwing their own spoilers and theories into the pot. Then, close personal friend Pauly Shore is in the studio to talk about all the famous people he’s seen naked and the Popcorn Gallery is back to ask about Son in Law and whether Tia Carrere is still hot.

Randy and Jason welcome Frontier Ruckus to this week’s Sklarbro County, who stop by the show while on tour with their new album “Sitcom Afterlife.” Then, Ian Karmel helps to explain to all non-lovers of sports, what it is that makes the whole thing so damn appealing.  Also, Dan Van Kirk shares numerous stories, including, the man who keeps his car from getting towed via swordsmanship, the man who sticks a chainsaw in his pants, and lastly, the man who just wanted some Taco Bell. Finally, Frontier Ruckus closes the show with yet another phenomenal performance.

Returning champion Colin Hanks of FX’s Fargo is here to talk about his humble beginnings on Comedy Bean Bag! Colin tells us all about one of his first acting roles on Roswell, the status of his Tower Records documentary, and the record that got him hooked onto music. Then, Marla Charles, Carol Sheldon, Margie Donk, and Pam John arrive to talk about the wonderful Golden Duchess Cruise Lines cruise they recently took and share some fun facts about themselves during a game of Would You Rather!

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Lately, you can’t swing an undead cat without hitting the end of the world. Whether it’s the pure escapism of ‘The Walking Dead’ or high art like ‘The Road’, every story hits the same beats: it’s every man for himself against the hoard of zombies or cannibals or nuclear Nazi mutants, and the only ones who survive are the badasses with shotguns willing to shoot their best friends for a Pop Tart. Even your general post-apocalyptic dystopia movies fall in the same lazy traps — every city looks like a warehouse or a desert, not because it’s an accurate depiction of such a society, but because they’re cheaper to film in.

But whether it’s a case of art reflecting society or storytellers accidentally tapping into a human desire — and running with it until it’s as bloated and decayed as their crew of extras — it says something about us that’s pretty uncomfortable to think about. The apocalypse is just the new Old West, but instead of conquering the “savages,” we just revel in being way better at savagery. We like the idea of the fall of civilization because it allows us to elevate basic human decency to heroic decency, and escape the complications of the modern world — even if most of us would die without it. But that’s why every disaster in the history of ever has shown that it doesn’t play out that way at all.

This week, Cracked editors Jack O’Brien, Soren Bowie, and Jason Pargin (aka David Wong) discuss the rote ways in which apocalypse movies and TV shows always get the demise of civilization wrong.

Devin & Amy clash lightsabers in the first ever versus episode where they will decide which Star Wars movie belongs in the canon. The prequels don’t even deserve to be in the running. Instead they will only focus on the original trilogy. Is Han & Leia’s banter romantic or annoying? Is C-3PO more lovable by being a dick? Can Empire’s bleakness balance out its lack of plot? Tune in for the death match — and head to the forums on Wolfpop to cast the deciding vote!

Nate welcomes his panel of friends Paul Scheer, April Richardson, and John Ross Bowie to break down John Darnielle’s “Wolf In White Van” in the very first Book Club episode of Reading Aloud! They’ll discuss using a kindle vs. a physical book, teen zine mail, Dungeons and Dragons, choices, and listener’s thoughts on the book. Get a head start on the next book which will be “The Love Affairs of Nathaniel P.” by Adelle Waldman and send in your thoughts on the book at readingaloudpodcast@gmail.com. Also, come out to Reading Aloud LIVE at UCB-Sunset on Friday, December 12th at 10:30pm! Get tickets at www.ucbtheatre.com!

Andrew Ti and special guest Ify Nwadiwe finish the week off by discussing a caller’s question regarding Black women saying they only date White men. As always, leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.

Randy and Jason start off the show with a retelling of the time that Mickey Rourke beat Usain Bolt in the classic 30 yard dash. Then, the guys welcome actor, musician, writer, voice actor, and composer Brendon Small, who shares intimate details into what it’s like to take on so many artistic mediums. Later, the group does a quick brainstorm of possible uses for Jose Canseco’s lost finger. Also, the Sklars share a story about Marshawn Lynch, and how he proved athletes are still capable of doing good. Lastly, Jesse Ventura calls in to warn the world of comets, occupied by predators, floating in space, are posing a major threat to all mankind.

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YOU GUYS!! The wonderful and dapper dude who needs no intro, PAUL to the F to the TOMPKINS is in the house to explain the origins of humble pie, to announce the recent cure that’s been discovered for Lou Gehrig’s disease, and to discuss why he’s now totally cool with Dominoes Pizza! He also gives HIS advice to a past listener question from Totally Married! This is NUMERO 8 of our Last Laugh… Enjoy!

Howard starts off the show with an in depth investigation into how Kulap was courted by “Scottie Too Hottie.” Then, Kulap reveals the second season of Serial, “The Rise and Fall of Being a Power eBay Player,” the story of Howard Kremer. Also, in this weeks “How to Act,” Howard deliberates over doing battle with the self-checkout robot in the grocery store. Later, Stard talks about the making of an all-new Who Charted version of Frozen’s “Let It Go.” Lastly, the gang makes it very clear that Howard is NOT the Cosby of eBay.

Sarah and Susan discuss New Order’s “Love Vigilantes,” The Way We Were, and Josh Brolin as they share their Old College Cry choices. Then, singer-songwriter Neko Case, a guest whose voice that has launched a thousand cries joins Sarah & Susan to talk about Raising Arizona, Burl Ives, The Royal Tenenbaums, The Manson Family, Iris Dement, and clams.

Happy Thanksgiving and welcome to the improv4humans with Matt Besser best of music show! Listen to incredible musicians David Bazan, Ben Lee, Hallelujah the Hills, Chris Farren, Austin Lucas, Joey Cape, Drag the River, and Cory Branan play their best songs as inspiration for improvised scenes featuring an amazing roster of the greatest improvisers in the universe including Lauren Lapkus, John Gemberling, Michael Delaney, Will Hines, Seth Morris, Drew Spears, Joel Spence, Sean Conroy, Eugene Cordero, Pamela Murphy, Danielle Schneider, Colton Dunn, Jeff Hiller, Jon Gabrus, Mike Still, Tim Meadows, Horatio Sanz, Brian Huskey, Alex Fernie, and Gil Ozeri. Make sure to get the Upright Citizens Brigade television show season 3 now available on DVD, the UCB Comedy Improv Manual, Matt Besser’s new comedy album at mattbesser.com, and support these great musicians by buying their albums!

Happy Thanksgiving race cars! On today’s episode, Andrew and Ify Nwadiwe talk about the new Annie remake. Don’t forget to keep leaving us messages by calling (323) 389-RACE.

The smartest man in the world, Greg Proops joins Matt this week to discuss his role as Fode in Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace. Greg shares how he was cast alongside Scott Capurro while performing stand-up in Edinburgh around 1997, what it was like meeting George Lucas for the first time while wearing a blue latex outfit & full character makeup, and his reaction when he found out he was turned into a completely CGI character. Plus, Matt brings up the rumor of Benicio Del Toro originally playing Darth Maul in another exciting installment of I Wasn’t There Too.

Happy Thanksgiving Denzealots! This week W. Kamau Bell & Kevin Avery discuss Denzel’s directorial debut Antwone Fisher. They’ll talk about Kamau’s Denzel-deficiency during the film, Viola Davis busting out her “Glory” tear, and the scene that made them both cry like babies. Plus, Kamau & Kevin chat about black superheroes, the Marvel announcement of the Black Panther movie, and Chadwick Boseman being the next Denzel.

Heightening your senses with Jason Mantzoukas.

Dan Telfer, Rick Remender, and the gang take some cover under a stoop after their battle with a giant rat. Now they figure out what their plan is as they are surrounded by giants of different colors.

Private citizen Trent Dobkin joins Bob to talk about being a man, being the ruler of your own destiny, dressing well, advice on meeting the perfect lady, and to break down his 5 point plan S.M.A.S.H. Later, Bob calls up Trent to give a follow up on taking his advice to meeting his perfect lady.

In Episode 4 of Season 4, Michael and Michael take a deep spoonful of today’s topic of snowfall aka snow. Their conversation covers everything from the meaning of lake-effect snow to no two snowflakes being the same to Robert Frost.

“Topics” features original music by Dan Deacon.

This episode is brought to you by Cards Against Humanity.

Ify Nwadiwe & Andrew answer Engineer Cody’s question this time around as they discuss Ram Jam’s “Black Betty.” Be sure to keep leaving us messages at (323) 389-RACE.

Kulap and Howard kick off the show with an insider look into the “strong-arm” aspect of the eBay culture, and the sanctions that Howard is currently facing.  Then, the gang welcomes Brian Stack, the man known for his many characters on all three of Conan’s late night talk shows. Brian shares some of the most memorable moments and encounters of working in late night television. Also, during the rundown of a special Thanksgiving themed song chart, Howard shares all the delusions that he’s having about going home for the holidays.  Lastly, Kulap reveals the absolute finest way to cook a Turkey, a classic Spatchcocking.

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Deanna & Emily are beyond excited to talk to professional models/best friends Rebecca Quinn and Alie Collier about how to step up their eyebrow game, tips on how to take some good pics, and the truth about smize. They’ll also give feedback on Deanna & Emily’s modeling photos, share how they’re taking care of their vaginas, and chat about their One Direction obsession.