Paula Poundstone and Dorian Warren join Negin to predict how the presidential election is going to play out. They unpack the role religion played for some Trump voters. Everyone reveals their favorite comfort movies and TV shows—Paula makes a strong case for Mary Poppins.

Erin and Bryan keep ahead of the race with this week’s ATTITUDES! Bryan keeps the focus on the positive by celebrating the LGBTQ candidates elected to Congress this week. Then, Erin touches on victories in Colorado and Oregon before revealing the surprising way voter ID laws have a disproportionate effect on women.

Musical guest Apes of the State join improvisers Jon Gabrus, Betsy Sodaro, and Dan Lippert for this week’s improv4humans with Matt Besser! Apes of the State performs songs that inspire scenes about tough guy school, listening for the important details, avoiding spoilers, and more.

This week Joel and Mitra / Mitra and Joel give listeners advice on topics ranging from stopping an ex from posting private videos, dealing with a pro Trump Driver’s Ed teacher, whether you should say something to your pregnant weed dealer who smokes cigarettes, and more.

Ask us some q’s! Our number is 323-334-0371 + our email is: urgentcarepod@gmail.com CONTACT US, IF YOU DARE

Amy & Paul burst out of 1982’s Antarctic John Carpenter sci-fi feature The Thing! They learn how the incredible special effects were literally dreamt up, praise Wilford Brimley’s everyman appeal, and ask what relevance this story of paranoia and mistrust has in modern-day life. Plus: An excerpt from The Thing: The Musical.

This is the final episode of our “Unghouled” horror miniseries; next week we kick off a series on “effed up families” with Raising Arizona! Learn more about the show at unspooledpod.com follow us on Twitter @unspooled and Instagram @unspooledpod, and don’t forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher and Spotify. You can also apply to be a guest on our upcoming game show Screen Test at unspooledpod@gmail.com! Photo credit: Kim Troxall

Scott, Paul & Lauren discuss Siskel & Ebert, stalagmites & stalactites, and drinking at home, then play Secret Word.

Just a century and change ago, it wasn’t a given that children would actually survive childhood. Dr. Perri Klass and Adam discuss the shocking decline in child mortality since, what life was like in a time when the deaths of children were routine, and the pressures still facing parents in a now child-friendlier world.

This week we’re breaking down Beach Games. Writer, Jen Celotta sends us her memories from this episode. From the ‘Survivor’ theme to the challenges that went into shooting Andy floating away in the Sumo suit, we get all of the behind the scenes details! Then, we dive into the hilarious hot dog eating contest and Angela schools us with her basketball knowledge. Finally, we answer fan questions about the hot coal walking scene, and discuss Pam’s new found courage to tell the truth to Jim. 

Comedian/writer/musician Demi Adejuyigbe (The Amber Ruffin Show) joins Adam Scott Aukerman to discuss David Byrne’s tour/album/concert film American Utopia. They also talk about Demi’s love of Stop Making Sense, Adam’s first Broadway show, and Spike Lee’s directing style.

Tawny and producer Matt hold down the fort the day after the election! We don’t know what’s happening, but we still get to your voicemails about the word “bougie”, a coworker dressing like Hitler and whether to talk to your WOC therapist about your white guilt. Stay safe out there and call in if you have a racism question: 323-389-RACE.

This week Nicole and Sasheer begin with a serenade just for you. Then they discuss Glitter, Ritz Cracker based ice cream and politics, Halloween costumes, Hocus Pocus, Miley Cyrus covers, Sasheer’s food and drink, group mind/wishing COVID away, Quibi and roller skating news. Then your questions are answered! Nicole and Sasheer give advice on how to handle a person who is being reckless about COVID, and how to navigate a vibe during end times.

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Excuse me alright, this week Zach and Jess (and Scott and Brett!) welcome their super guest from Superstore, Chris Grace! Enjoy their smash hit improvised musical, Juice or Lies with toe-tappin’ ditties like “When Will They Realize the Real Lies?” “I Already Knew This One” “Toyotathon and Reubens Made of Challah” “Let’s Go Dance Remix” and everyone’s favorite showstopper “Number Three is Iceberg Lettuce.”

SONA MOVSESIAN returns to fully chill on Freak Show Friday.

Distract yourself from election forecasting with the original forecasters. A caller introduces Geth to the world of Groundhog Day predictors including Clucksatony Hen and Buck Eyed Chuck.

Burnt and Joan are finally in quarantine! Together but apart, they talk grocery shopping at the pharmacy, no toilet paper, and corn! Plus, Bryant (Gary Anthony Williams) calls in to ask: what’s the big deal with dog poop?

The SAP crew discusses how they’re feeling about the presidential election compared to this time in 2016. They also explain why being political is a privilege and offer some words of wisdom to SAP listeners.

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What’s poppin, con-gregation? This week Lilan Bowden is on the podcast to break down the hipster who started scamming before it was cool. Plus, Soulja Boy up in that copyright infringement. Stay schemin!

Research by Sharilyn Vera. Sources:

https://observer.com/2009/04/the-hipster-grifter

https://www.nylon.com/articles/nyfw-refinery-29-scammer-hipster-grifter

https://twitter.com/kariferrell?lang=en 

https://www.thedailybeast.com/catching-up-with-the-hipster-grifter

https://www.digitalmusicnews.com/2019/01/01/soulja-boy-soulja-game-copyright-infringement/ 

This is a hometown episode for us! Barb lives just a few blocks from Diane, so her talented son Micah grew up in the same school system as Beth. Beth and Micah’s friendship started around middle school/high school in the Ohio High School Speech League and continued on through their adult lives and careers in entertainment. Barb is a professor of Economics at the University of Dayton yet has always had a deep love of theatre that found its way to Micah, and in turn, has given her a front row seat for life. Micah is best known for his appearances on Broadway, in the Sundance breakout Brittany Runs a Marathon, playing Doug in the Netflix dark comedy series Bonding and he’s currently starring in the Disney+ original series The Right Stuff as astronaut Deke Slayton! From Micah’s Tony nomination alongside Nathan Lane to being Beth’s Conan holiday party date, Micah is very versatile. 

Comedian Chris Fleming talks with Andy Richter playing off his androgyny, being featured in his high school’s film festival, putting in the work for his web series Gayle, and more.

In this special Election Day episode of Full Release, Samantha Bee talks to news legend and true gentleman Dan Rather about the first time he voted, covering the 2000 election, and who to call for bail money. Plus, special guests pop by with words of encouragement for everyone voting today.

Hideo Kojember begins! Nick, Heather and Matt begin their month long deep dive on Hideo Kojima games with the original Metal Gear! They talk about what is in store for the month, how Hideo reuses his own ideas, how the NES version differs from MSX and more!

It’s the day before the 2020 election, and Edgar and Jacquis talk to you about why voting is important, what is at stake, why your vote matters, and more.

Joining us from his hit podcast Behind The Velvet Rope, David Yontef is here for a real chatty Cathy moment. From Real Housewives to the power of podcasts to bring people together, this episode has it all. I bet you didn’t know Vicky was this into the Housewives franchise. Buckle up and enjoy!

Can the Wizard returns to help solve a time mystery… and yell about his own murder.

Credits

Arnie: Arnie Niekamp
Chunt: Adal Rifai
Usidore: Matt Young
Mysterious Man: Tim Sniffen
Tricia: Kate James

Producers: Arnie Niekamp, Matt Young, and Adal Rifai
Post-Production Coordination: Garrett Schultz
Earwolf Producer: Kimmie Lucas
Editor: Chris Rathjen
Special Assistance: Ryan DiGiorgi
Magic Tavern Logo: Allard Laban
Theme Music: Andy Poland

Jason Mantzoukas and Scott bro out and dive deep into Jason’s past memories. Then, Thomas Middleditch stops by to talk about Young Sheldon, his new CBS show B Positive, and playing games on his Twitch channel (https://www.twitch.tv/middleditch). Plus, lawyer Gino Carpuzzi drops by to reveal shocking truths about the future.

Look, we already know the answer to this question. But we can dream! We’re sending you into Election Day with an early release of this week’s Getting Curious, featuring a conversation with the iconic comedian, writer, and producer Samantha Bee. She and Jonathan talk political humor, the Golden Girls, Canadian health care, and so much more. Take a listen when you’re in line to vote, when you need a break from refreshing last-minute polling numbers, or on the other side of Election Day—whatever happens, we’re here for you.

Samantha Bee is the host and Executive Producer of Full Frontal with Samantha Bee on TBS and the podcast Full Release with Samantha Bee on Earwolf. Follow her on Twitter @iamsambee, and keep up with Full Frontal on Twitter and Instagram @FullFrontalSamB.

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Actor Jim Parsons feels okay about people saying that he’s Conan O’Brien’s friend.

Jim sits down with Conan to talk about recovering from COVID-19, working with dangerous animals on set, and starring in The Boys in the Band. Later, Conan makes a desperate plea to one of his sponsors.

Got a question for Conan? Call our voicemail: (323) 451-2821.

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Comedian Abbi Jacobson sits down with Cameron to discuss playing sports after Title IX, what Abbi was like in high school, and coming out at 32.

Jessie and Mike love scams. That’s why they are so excited to tell you about Scam Goddess, the newest podcast to join Team Coco! Scam Goddess is a show dedicated to fraud and all those who practice it. Each week host Laci Mosley delves into the scammiest scammers in history with incredible guests like Jameela Jamil, Paul Scheer, and yes, even Conan. Team Coco has joined the con-gregation and now you can too. Listen to Laci discuss career conman Jeremy Wilson with the hilarious Nicole Byer. Wanna give Laci a warm welcome? Head on over to Scam Goddess, hit subscribe, rate and review the show! 

Today our guests are Cecilia Peck and Inbal Lessner, the team behind Seduced on Starz! We’re talking about the process of creating Seduced, supporting survivors during the filmmaking process, Keith Raniere’s sentencing and what they hope to see from future NXIVM coverage.