Latest Episodes
November 13, 2014
Paul Rust, Pamela Murphy, and Dan Lippert check into a video game rehabilitation center on this week’s improv4humans with Matt Besser! They’ll also hear a first time concertgoer’s experience, get to the bottom of a grandma scam, and try to keep their cool around a cool kid’s above ground pool. Plus, we hear some hiking tips from a human by the name of Joey. Humans, watch Matt Besser & Rich Fulcher’s Adult Swim infomercial parody “In Search of Miracle Man” November 10th-14th at 4am. Program your DVRs now humans. LA: Head over to the brand new UCB-Sunset for a LIVE improv4humans on Saturday, November 29th. Get tickets at http://www.ucbtheatre.com/! 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 Dragoon’s new album at dragoongalaxy.bandcamp.com!
November 13, 2014
On today’s episode, Andrew and Emily Yoshida talk about the term “the Greatest Generation.” Don’t forget to keep leaving us messages by calling (323) 389-RACE.
November 12, 2014
Actor and writer Ricco Ross joins Matt this week to discuss his role as Private Frost in the film Aliens. Ricco explains what Arcturian Poontang is and what it means to hammer some of that down, takes us through his difficult decision of turning down a role in a Stanley Kubrick film for Aliens, shares the story behind the white heart with the name “Heath” on his character’s chest plate, and talks about what it was like working with James Cameron & Sigourney Weaver. Plus, Matt sheds some more light on why James Remar was replaced by Michael Biehn as the male lead in the film another installment of I Wasn’t There Too.
Check out Ricco Ross’ ALS/PIC project here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6dJr-eH7cwY
November 12, 2014
W. Kamau Bell & Kevin Avery talk about a “Where Are They Now?” article on the cast of Remember the Titans before getting into the 1984 drama A Soldier’s Story. They’ll discuss why this falls into the category of black homework, white people double takes, how anything can be turned into a racial slur, and Denzel basically being the Hulk in the movie.
November 12, 2014
World renowned self-help author and life coach Lloyd Betin joins Bob for a life changing episode where they discuss his latest book and movement “Why Not,” Lloyd’s early adoption of “why not,” negative feedback, the true meaning of a (k)not, and to do some “why not” role-playing. Plus, Bob graciously shares some of the nicknames he has received from his rapper friends after recently being embraced by the Hip-Hop community.
November 12, 2014
Howard kicks off the show with a congratulations to the first ever winner of dragon manner memorabilia. Then, Kulap and Howard are joined by the Bitter Buddha himself, Eddie Pepitone, who makes his introduction by explaining why cops are the best story tellers. Then, the gang breaks down all the great culture that France has offered the world. And in our movie segment the group discusses the advantages to casting a drama, with nothing but comedians. Then, Eddie explains the consequences for playing with a Ouija board from Staten Island, as well as what commercial’s are a healthy career choice. Lastly, in an intimate and revealing segment, the Bitter Buddha fields questions from Chartists!
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November 12, 2014
Brian, Blaine, Ken, and special friend Steve Agee crash through the woods as they continue fighting off red giants that appear in their path.
November 12, 2014
In Episode 2 of Season 4, Michael and Michael discuss Rebirth & Renewal. Their conversation covers everything from the recent changes in their life to sharing the energy of artists of the past such as Michelangelo to the music of God.
“Topics” features original music by Dan Deacon.
November 12, 2014
Emily Yoshida & Andrew talk about Pop stars having black background singers. Be sure to keep leaving us messages at (323) 389-RACE.
November 11, 2014
Deanna & Emily are joined by Twitter expert Shelby Fero to talk about all of their Twitter issues. They’ll discuss how to gain Twitter followers, how to write better tweets, the proper way to use hash-tags, buying Twitter bots, and making new friends online. Then, Shelby plays “Real or Fake,” a game in which she has to figure out whether the premise of a 70’s or 80’s TV show actually exists. Plus, Shelby helps Deanna & Emily craft a tweet to promote the show!
November 11, 2014
Tig, Kyle, and David start off with a discussion on remembering names and Kyle’s physical changes. Then, Mark Flanagan, owner of The Largo, is in the hatch to talk about everybody’s eyes and then describe his journey starting from the many battles to owning one the city’s greatest venues all the way to the unique way he runs the place now. Finally, David closes out the show with a fan email.
November 11, 2014
Join Kevin as he sits down with six-time Emmy award winner Allison Janney (Mom, The West Wing) as they discuss her immense talent. Allison chats about Meryl Streep giving her a facelift, hanging out at The Mall of America to perfect an accent, and the make-up job that is done on women’s legs for talk shows.
November 11, 2014
EP. 58 — Dave King, Steve Hely, and Kevin Etten, Our Close Friends
Guest Dave King Kevin Etten Steve Hely
Hayes and Sean start the show by critiquing segment theme song submissions from fans. Then, on the first Hollywood Handbook writer’s panel, DAVE KING, STEVE HELY, and KEVIN ETTEN join the boys to talk about TV writing, real writing, the creative process, conflict, and alt and main jokes. Then, the Popcorn Gallery is back to ask the panel about their A/V Club GPAs, cams, and the writer’s room boys club.
November 11, 2014
Emily Yoshida & Andrew talk all about the term “racist” and GamerGate. Make sure to leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.
November 11, 2014
Randy, Jason, and guest Matt Gourley, start off the show with a nostalgic reflection on the genesis of improv, old comedy troupes, and how they have surfaced in the world of podcasts today. Then, Daniel Van Kirk walks us through a play by play adventure of finding a cell phone, in which we meet Maurice, the Joker of boyfriends. Then, the group breaks down the power of free bread sticks, perhaps enough to spark a new religion? Lastly, Doug Buffone, Chicago Bear’s leading interceptions holder at the position of linebacker, stops by the show to field some phone calls and asses the value of porcelain Beanie Baby’s.
November 10, 2014
EP. 2 — Lil Dicky
Guest Lil Dicky
Rapper Lil Dicky joins Jensen & Matty for his podcast debut to talk about how rapping came from his job in marketing, getting a million hits the first day his first video was posted on YouTube, looking for love on tour, DeJ Loaf, LA Gear, giving T-Pain a second chance, Ma$e Pandora, Dungeons and Dragons 5th Edition, how we’re late on Philips Hue Connected Bulbs, washing your face, Tinder and many other things you should know about.
November 10, 2014
SNL Hall of Famer and Suburgatory’s Ana Gasteyer joins the first timer club and Intern Gino returns on this week’s Comedy Bean Bag! Ana tells us about her Broadway career post SNL, shares what her SNL dream cast would be, and plays a couple of tracks off her new record “I’m Hip.” Then, officer Jay Gutwill stops by to warn us and protect us from internet perverts. Plus, everyone shows off their pipes during a game of Riddle Me This!
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November 10, 2014
Hollywood never fails to remind us that we only use 10% of our brains. That statistic is bullshit, but it’s true that around 90% of the activity in our brains is completely unconscious. We make most of our decisions without even knowing it. Our brains are constantly making decisions for us before we even know it, and it’s our conscious mind that fills in the rest of the details, crafting this decision into a narrative. That’s how a guy like Dennis Rodman could know where every ball was going to go as soon as it left a player’s hand — it’s also how most racism happens, and the reason why “when the judge ate last” is the best predictor of how he’ll rule.
This week on the podcast, Cracked editors Jack O’Brien and Jason Pargin (aka David Wong) discuss the conscious and unconscious sides of human decision-making, how they’re tied together, and the unexpected biases they produce. They’ll also talk with writer and improvisational comedian Ali Farahnakian to learn how these theories can be applied to comedy.
Listen now to get some solid advice on improvisational humor — and to learn why your political preferences might be less the result of your own decisions than of how your brain is hardwired.
November 10, 2014
Emily Yoshida returns to join Andrew all this week to answer some racism questions. Today they talk about eyelid folds and the standard of beauty for Asian people. Be sure to call us at (323) 389-RACE to ask if anything is racist.
November 9, 2014
This week Devin Faraci and Amy Nicholson debate whether or not Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom is a seminal motion picture in Hollywood history that belongs in the canon. Can Devin’s argument that the movie is made for 3rd grade boys change Amy’s mind on the racism and misogyny? Does this movie make Crystal Skull look much better? Is Short Round Indy’s friend or child slave? Tune in for the battle — and head to the forums to cast the deciding vote! Plus, we’ll find out if Goodfellas made it into the canon.
November 9, 2014
Sick of all the white couches and salads in stock photos of family life? Sara Given’s hilarious Tumblr “It’s Like They Know Us” skewers that world. And it all started here!
November 7, 2014
Sylvester Stallone and Dolly Parton star in the musical comedy that no one wanted. Recorded LIVE at Largo in Los Angeles, special guest Matt Jones joins Paul, June, & Jason to talk about an 80’s classic by the name of Rhinestone.
November 7, 2014
Randy and Jason kick off the show with what Jose Canseco has been up to and weather or not his most recent accident will affect his baseball career moving forward. Then, the Sklars are joined by sports anchors Jay Onrait and Dan O’Toole, who pitch the idea of an old school sports show, just two anchors, highlights, and a little tickling. Later, Jay and Dan touch upon the adversity that Canada has faced in the wake of Wayne Gretzky having had a daughter, as well as swim diapers and how they are turning babies into NBA wives, and what happens when Fleetwood Mac unexpectedly shows up next door. Also, in the first official drama out of Cleveland, the gang discusses “Gade Gate” and what the would happen if professional sports replaced Gatorade with Capri Sun. Lastly, Jerry Jones, owner of the Dallas Cowboys, stops by the show to explain how much he’s worth and how the Cowboys are going to take NFL by storm.
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November 7, 2014
The always sharp Matt Besser of improv4humans joins Ronna & Beverly to tackle his issues with disgusting eaters. They also chat about the use of improv in many TV shows today, Monica Lewinsky being back in the news, duck penises, his upcoming Adult Swim infomercial parody “In Search of Miracle Man” with Rich Fulcher, and the brand new UCB-Sunset theatre. Plus, Beverly tells us about her recent sugar fueled rampage on Halloween.
November 7, 2014
EP. 249 — BD’s with BDT!
Guest BDT
YOU GUYS, he’s here!! The man who puts the T and the B and the D in the BDT. Big Dig Travis is here to discuss what it’s like havin’ the legendary BD, his favorite memory with psychic Andy, how he met his future wifey and what Elizabeth and Andy screamed at each other from across the street one drunken eve in NYC. Enjoy!
November 7, 2014
Howard, Kulap, and Stard kick off the show with a brand new seasonal slogan! Then the gang reviews their Halloween costumes and experiences, including celebrity hayrides, original holiday characters, and dog costumes (now available for select chartists.) Also, Stard explains the chaos that ensues when you dress as a bottle of mustard but leave your ketchup counterpart at home. Later Kulap shares the experience she had with “Scotty too Hottie,” at The Greek concert venue, only to have Howard and Stard give a whole new meaning to the term “going greek.” Lastly, Howard brings us home with a blast from the past “Pepperjack Hymen!”
November 7, 2014
Andrew Ti and special guests Jamie Kilstein and John Frusciante finish the week off by discussing the use of the word “chica” by white people. As always, leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.
November 6, 2014
Recorded LIVE at the brand new UCB-Sunset Theatre in Los Angeles, Mark Wahlberg (Daniel Van Kirk) returns with his very famous friends Richard Dreyfuss (Mike Still), Penélope Cruz (Alison Becker), Adam Sandler (Eric Moneypenny), and Matthew McConaughey (Josh Brekhus) for another edition of “The Wahlberg Solution!” These A-List celebs discuss voting in the recent elections, Taylor Swift’s new album, Renee Zellweger, hover boards, and much more.
November 6, 2014
Michael Sheen is a raconteur, a brilliant actor, and an adorable person with a true sense of wonder. Michael & Jeff chat about the best concert ever, how the Universal Studios studio tour is connected to the perfect Columbo episode, Frasier, one of Michael’s greatest moments in his life, and one of the most difficult scenes Michael shot for Masters of Sex.
November 6, 2014
Baron Vaughn, Amanda Sitko, Joe Hartzler, Mookie Blaiklock are ghosting the world on this week’s improv4humans with Matt Besser! They’ll also browse through the foggie section of a cellphone store, make their way to the rainbow bridge, and follow the life of a bragger. Plus, everyone debates a caller as they discuss Monica Lewinsky comparing herself to Tyler Clementi in another edition of Case Closed. Humans, watch Matt Besser & Rich Fulcher’s Adult Swim infomercial parody “In Search of Miracle Man” November 10th-14th at 4am. Program your DVRs now humans. Be sure to watch many of the stars of improv4humans on the new Hulu series Hotwives of Orlando. This is some funny shit and it’s all available now on Hulu Plus. 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 Dragoon’s new album at dragoongalaxy.bandcamp.com!