This week’s Comedy Bang Bang is perfect for all our ambitious listeners looking to make their dreams come true. Hear how director Ruben Fleischer created a career in comedy which has afforded him the chance to meet his idols. Be inspired by Ultimate Frisbee Advocate Sam Darling who has never let his dreams of playing the game fall to the wayside. Not every story has a happy ending though, like the infamous story of David Cross trying to play basketball with Bob Odenkirk. However, if you have dreamed of an episode with Would You Rather?, Hollywood Facts, AND a plane break, I think you’ll feel satisfied once all is said and done.

In rough economic times one must often sacrifice nonessentials to get by. However, The Apple Sisters are here to show that you can have a great time on a budget and look good too! Master fashionista Margot Honeydew stops by to debut several of her ration-fashion ensembles for the girls. It costs nothing to listen, so tune in your radio dials and enjoy!

It is time once again for one of Bob’s guided meditations. Find somewhere cozy to sit, put on some soothing music, and relax!

This week we ask our challengers to send in examples of how they use their guests. In the coaching sessions we’ll hear how the guest-less podcasts plan on competing this week and why it’s important for the “chat” shows to set themselves apart from their competition. Plus, what does Totally Laime think about their front-runner status? Find out how they fare the competition tomorrow with guest judges Marc Maron and Howard Kremer.

Harris Wittels and Scott Aukerman are comedians, music lovers, and most importantly friends. Where do they differ? Harris loves Phish, and Scott couldn’t care less. On Analyze Phish, Harris carefully navigates the vast landscape of Phish’s catalogue to find possible entry points for Scott while trying to explain the live Phish experience without the use of illegal substances. Will he succeed? You’ll have to listen to find out!

PHIL HENDRIE! Radio comedy ICON, host of nationally syndicated “The Phil Hendrie Show”, and occasional actor (“Semi-Pro”, “King of the Hill”). We’re excited for his insight into the world of radio!

Are you ready to get happy?! She dominates on twitter (@gibblertron), is a beautiful and talented and is an all around absolute delight. Comedy writer/actress ERIN GIBSON came by and we discussed all things uplifting!! Or not, but it’s a fun time nonetheless – topics include the morning after pill, debutantes, oil Daddies and Cancer!! Enjoy.

Jen Kirkman lets the ladies in on the truth about her nipples, and her favorite Boston hot spots. Beverly has a serious problem with Ronna’s neighbor.

We are in a brand new studio this week on Sklarbro Country and we are christening it with a great show full of awesome guests. Our favorite furry friend Randy Moss’ dog stops by and talks a bit about Randy’s potential move. We get a call from perhaps the biggest celebrity in Sklarbro history: Bryant Gumbel! And we round it out with Josh Malina of Sports Night (and the wildly popular Family Album) who talks about his brief stint as a wrestler and his long-standing relationship with Aaron Sorkin. It’s not a true Sklarbro Country unless there is talk of mullets, taxpayer delinquency, prostitution rings, secret babies and more. The weather is reaching record highs all across the land so cool down and relax on the calming shores of Sklarbro Country.

Bob, like many of us, is in the constant state of relieving his burdens. Today he relieves the burdens of childhood enemies. Got a grudge you’re still holding onto? I hope you find inspiration in Bob’s courage and let go of your pain.

When I say noble female Egyptian ruler, I think we all know what names comes to mind! Today Bob celebrates the beauty, strength, and courage of the woman who has inspired so many.

What a crazy episode we have for you today! I’m not going to give you a full play-by-play lest I mispronounce anyone’s name, but this episode is stuffed to the rafters with pot brownies, pubic hair and so much more. Drew, Allan, and Angela stalk Susan Lucci, huff high-end art suplies, have wild tribal sex, and will probably end up vomiting on the side of the road once it’s all said and done. Pour yourself some ruby red grapefruit juice and drink up because it’s time for Glitter in the Garbage!

Ask and ye shall receive! This week’s guest was begged for by listeners and after much negotiation we managed to wrangle him onto the show. I’m talking of course about Scott Aukerman, Earwolf co-founder and Kulap’s darling bridegroom. You’ll learn in this episode that he’s also a dance music aficionado, a excellent movie trailer interpreter, and a skilled roulette player. You’ll hear some of Scott’s classic impressions and more than a few Chart Exclusives plus you’ll learn how Scott and Kulap first met! This is an episode not to be missed, so check it out and keep sending in your submissions to the Heal With My Steel Video Contest!

We end the week as we do every week with an elimination. Hear which three podcasts had the hardest time with the challenge and who will be subsequently eliminated. Don’t forget to check out the Earwolf Blog where each eliminated contestant is asked to write about their experience. Beginnings and The Complete Guide to Everything both have great insights into the contest and on Friday you’ll hear from today’s eliminated podcast.

Summer is the perfect time for a road trip, but who wants to go for a long drive only to be disappointed by the lack of support of their travel cushion? Well, worry no longer! Bob is here to review the Skwoosh Travel Seat Cushion and I think I can safely say that this one is a winner!

It’s time to see what the contestants have come up with for their recurring segments! Matt Besser is joined by Matt Gourley from Superego and Paul Scheer from How Did This Get Made? to judge the podcasts’ submissions. Let us know which segments you liked and which didn’t work for you on Facebook and on the Earwolf forums.

Listener Andrew is lucky in love! His wedding is coming up and he has asked for the advice of our dear Bob Ducca. Engaged or not, I think we all can learn a lot from Bob about keeping a marriage fresh and full of joy. Mazel Tov, Andrew!

We’re talking about robots this week and you know what that means! We get a visit from everyone’s favorite automaton character: Exhausted Fireman! Learn what the Professor Blastoff crew tried to invent when they were kids (or, in some cases, full-grown adults) and why the future of robotics is sex. Don’t forget to pick up Tig’s new album Good One, and follow us on Twitter for future live-tweetings.

Comedy Bang Bang has Would You Rather?, Sklarbro Country has Sklarbitration, and this week we ask our contestants to show us their recurring segments. Through the coaching sessions we’ll learn what constitutes a recurring segment and how a non-conversation podcast can seamlessly introduce these refillables. Will they be able to do it? Find out tomorrow with guest judges Paul Scheer and Matt Gourley.

With summer almost over, we knew we had to have Marissa Wompler back on the show before she goes back to school. Womp It Up! With her is “Tough But Fair” Todd Glass who teaches Marissa how to get started in comedy. Subaru! The episode is chock full of games and stories, including the much anticipated follow-up to Todd’s Subaru story from his last appearance, so listen up and check out Todd’s new podcast which premieres next month on Nerdist!

While it may be hard to say goodbye to friends and loved ones, it comes nowhere near the pain of bidding farewell to the foods that bring you so much joy. Today Bob shares with us the foods he is no longer able to eat. We’re sorry Bob, and we’re here to support you.

Young ladies can never be too careful! You never know when some big strange man will attack you, or even worse, steal your valuable (and beautiful) jewelry! The Apple Sisters are ready to get in fighting shape this week so as to avoid the fate of their darling cousin Georgia Peach. It’s a good thing too, because you never know what kind of mischief will happen while they record the show! So stretch out, listen up, and head over to The Apple Sisters’ Facebook for more fighting tips and mail room questions.

Director responsible for some of the cast and crews sense of humor. Not directly, but definitely influenced US (AND a lot of pop culture) with such hits as “Animal House”, “The Blues Brothers”, “Twilight Zone: The Movie”, “Spies Like Us”, “Trading Places”, “Three Amigos”, hell, the guy directed THRILLER!

Not only is she gorgeous and funny and, oh… just the co-creator of San Francisco Sketchfest (!), but she was also the manager of Pottery Barn at the tender age of 19! JANET VARNEY’s talent is no joke – and we seriously heart her! Enjoy.

How did the world come to know Bob Ducca? Well, I think his parents take some responsibility for that. In this excerpt from Bob’s unpublished autobiography, you’ll learn how Mr. and Mrs. Ducca came to be the parents of a beautiful baby boy that would go on to grow into the guru we all know and love.

We begin the second year of Sklarbro Country with the most relevant and important topic concerning sports: Which players should and shouldn’t be made into bobbleheads? It’s an important issue and thankfully we have Paul Scheer on the show to help us figure it out. In addition to discussing Human Giant and The League, we get to the bottom of the phenomenon of homeless joke theft and Paul uses his knowledge of MTV to help us understand Jay Cutler and Kristin Cavallari’s relationship. Also in the studio is Kevin Seccia who reads a passage from his hilarious new book Punching Tom Hanks. Music is courtesy of Langhorne Slim & The Law who not only play beautifully, but offer up their own opinions on Deputy Butterbean. San Francisco fans, don’t forget to pick up tickets to see The Sklar Brothers this weekend at the Punch Line Comedy Club!

There is no better way to start the day than a hot cup of coffee and a fresh poem. Recline your Lazyboy and get out your nicest quilt to warm up with some word jazz.

Today’s Glitter in the Garbage is for our rebellious fans! If you aren’t afraid to take a stand against a prudish librarian or break the rules to quench Snoop Dogg’s thirst, you’ll know where Drew, Jillian, Charlotte and Taran are coming from. If you’re the type who has an answer for everything, be it about the Renaissance or tits, maybe just stay home and watch The Cider House Rules this week. This episode is for thrill seekers only, so get out your surf boards, take off your clothes, and let’s get to it!

Bob Odenkirk is taking a rare break from bicycling and taking care of his children to find out Who Charted?! Following an insightful and hilarious round of Chart Chatter, Bob gives us his take on British boy bands and his history as a DJ as we gallivant through the UK iTunes Singles Chart. Our good friend Charles the Chart Seagull makes his second stop for this special guest, but not before Bob gives his wise, mature opinion about the week’s top movies. Be sure to pick up the new Earwolf apps and send in your Chart Chatter on Facebook and on the forums.

It’s elimination time again, and it isn’t getting any easier to say goodbye. Matt, Jesse, and Paul have chosen the three weakest submissions and will ultimately say goodbye to their least favorite. Be sure to let us know on Facebook and the Earwolf Forums what you think of the eight remaining contestants.