A Cuban refugee met up with Chris in a New York City park. The realities of Jewish life in Cuba, seeing snow for the first time, and falling in love are discussed as flying garbage and passing loud New Yorkers occasionally interrupt.

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Jensen and Matty get into Matty’s new pinball machine, Wu-Tang Clan’s 25th Anniversary of 36 Chambers, BROOKZILL!, Deafheaven’s “Ordinary Corrupt Human Love,” how we were late on Ghost Protocol, and many more things you should know about.

Matt and Matt wrap up season 2 by looking back at the final rankings, playing some Bond guessing games, and discussing the exciting future direction of the podcast. Stay subscribed, more is coming soon.

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This week on OFF BOOK, Mary Sohn (AP Bio) joins Zach and Jess for a teen-aged adventure musical filled with crushes, 7-11, horse girls, S&M and more! With songs like “Clean Your Plate”, “Not Ready to Be A Big Girl”, “Can I Still Like Horses?” and more, you’ll be blasting these tunes out of your Lamborghini for sure. Plus, guest pianist Dan Wessels!

Sean and Hayes do a show with GUY BRANUM, author of his book “My Life as a Goddess,” to help Chef Kevin with something.

Marissa and Listler are back again to welcome Marina Del Rey High’s Home Economics teacher Ms. Suze Sackrider (Beth Dover) to take us through her life’s highest highs and lowest lows on another WOMP It Up! Suze talks about her rough-and-tumble childhood before past hookups come to light on “What’s Cheesing You?”. Then, Marissa and Listler offer advice on dating apps in new countries, initiating intimacy, and the importance of an engagement ring during Listler’s Love Lockdown. Plus, we’ll discover details about Suze’s dream future as she receives her very own Spotlight On.

This episode is sponsored by RXBAR (www.rxbar.com/womp code: WOMP).

Paul F. Tompkins welcomes you, no matter near or far, back to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul’s special guest is winner of the 2018 Scripps National Spelling Bee, Karthik Nemmani! Karthik chats about whether or not he pretends to like/read famous writers when they die, his love of tennis, and if he sees a time in the future where he doesn’t want to spell words. Then, they are joined by improvisers Matt Gourley and Mark McConville, to improvise a story set in Dallas. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!

Flower and Momo the mouse with human strength host the show. Their guest is the former sheriff, Gianessa.

Credits:

Flower: Brooke Breit
Momo the Mouse: Erin Keif [ioimprov.com]
Gianessa Relkorus: Dana Quercioli
Tricia: Kate James

Producers: Arnie Niekamp, Ryan DiGiorgi, Evan Jacover
Editor: Tim Joyce
Theme Music: Andy Poland
Magic Tavern Logo: Allard Laban
Audio Assistance: Jason Knox
Production Assistance: Garrett Schultz

This episode is brought to you by LifeProof backpacks (www.lifeproof.com/magic).

Believe it or not, Abe Lincoln was a real person. Oh sure sure, he SEEMS like a kindly freedom-giant of the mythic past, who strode out of the fog and into kicking Robert E. Lee’s butt. But isn’t it more interesting if he was a real guy? Heck, isn’t it more interesting if EVERY past President was an actual human being, with dreams and sicknesses and fixations like anybody else? And strangest of all, what if the elaborate myths we build around POTUSes are both untrue AND the least interesting thing about them? 

On this week’s episode of The Cracked Podcast, Alex Schmidt is joined by Elliott Kalan (MST3K, The Daily Show) for a deep dive into the fake facts you’ve been told about Presidents, and the more incredible real facts you deserve to know. Find out why James K. Polk was like Pinhead from the ‘Hellraiser’ movies. Find out how Calvin Coolidge (a very talkative person) revolutionized Presidential communication. And stick around to discover which POTUS wanted to capture a living woolly mammoth, haul it to D.C., and show it off to the Europeans.

Footnotes: https://goo.gl/NJDAJA

Tony and Emmy-winning actress Andrea Martin drops by the studio to talk about the long-lost era of variety television, the strange world of Internet celebrity, the Martin Scorsese-directed “SCTV” reunion and the origin of classic characters Edith Prickley and Perini Scleroso. Also, Merv Griffin signs off, Bob Dylan overstays his welcome, Lee Grant crushes on Gilbert and Andrea remembers her friends John Candy and Harold Ramis. PLUS: Señor Wences! “Cannibal Girls”! Dueling Floyd the Barbers! The return of Rick Moranis! And Andrea tells the only joke she knows!

Fellow Earwolf podcaster and friend of the show Casey Wilson joins Scott to talk about her upcoming Bitch Sesh tour, her Oscar Parties, and to have a regular conversation like they would have off air. Then, 80s new wave singer Martin Sheffield Lickly drops by to sing some of his hits. Plus, credit card points expert Chase Varner stops by to share a great tip on how to accumulate an infinite amount of credit card points.

This episode is brought to you by Ben & Jerry’s (store.benjerry.com) and Microsoft’s social AI, Zo.

Folklore owner Pony Lee sits down with Cameron to discuss hair, Dyke Day LA, and finding balance in gender expression.

This episode is sponsored by The Capitol Theatre (www.capitoltheatre.com), Zola (www.zola.com/QUEERY), and TomboyX (www.tomboyx.com/QUEERY).

Is Jake Blues a snitch? Questions like these are answered and more on this week’s minisode! Paul goes through Corrections and Omissions for Blues Brothers 2000, opens up the Mail Bag, shares his Pick of the Week, and the Movie Bitches review Ocean’s 8. Plus, the next movie selection to get the HDTGM treatment!

Subscribe to Unspooled with Paul Scheer and Amy Nicholson here: http://www.earwolf.com/show/unspooled/

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Where to Find Jason, June & Paul:

@PaulScheer on Instagram & Twitter 

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Jason is still not on Twitter 

Sketch comedy legend and best Canadian Scott Thompson (The Kids in the Hall) joins Dave and Matt this week to gush about the Kardashians, figure out who is a Muffin, Horse or Bird, and reveal secrets from the oldest bathhouse in LA. Plus, coming out in the 80’s, small batch poppers and Dave + Matt both agree Mamma Mia 2 is the best movie of all time.

This episode is sponsored by Mack Weldon (www.mackweldon.com code: HOMO), hims (www.forhims.com/HOMO), and Dollar Shave Club (www.dollarshaveclub.com/HOMO).

Ahhh, Arabella! Jude has it bad. Will he throw away his dream for the first girl to catch his eye?

A set from Roman Fraden.

Journalist Mike Pesca (The Gist) and rapper MC Frontalot (Question Bedtime) join Negin to chat about Michael Cohen’s secret recordings of Trump. Then, the panel delves into Trump’s plan to give billions in aid to farmers hurt by tariffs and they take a closer look at the impact of the tax cuts. But first, the panel asks some basic economic questions: What are tariffs? Why do farmers need aid? Should we be worried about the national debt? Lastly, they chat about small acts of kindness and Negin shares why planting flowers brought her closer to her neighbors.

This episode is sponsored by Psyonix and SugarBearHair (www.sugarbearhair.com/FAKE).

Mama Mia, what an episode! Before they break for the summer, much like Carole (RIP), Casey and Danielle are joined by the multi-talented and multi-tasking June Diane Raphael and she has come with thoughtz!!! On Luanne’s lawsuit, Vicky’s sexual prowess and Deuteronemy. 

Plus Casey suggests a new business plan for Cut fitness and Matt McConkey chimes in with another gorgeous review/Faniston plea.

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This week Paul & Amy tunnel through Frank Darabont’s prison allegory The Shawshank Redemption! They discuss the use of opera as a 90’s film signifier, learn why Shawshank was constantly played on TNT, and debate whether this is “the Bud Light of movies.” Plus: comedian and podcaster Duncan Trussell stops by to talk about Stephen King adaptations, and how prison films can be a metaphor for transcendence.

Call the Unspooled voicemail line at 747-666-5824 with your best King Kong grunt or Fay Wray scream! Follow us on Twitter @Unspooled, and don’t forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts.

This week Bryan brings forward the story of Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Josh Hader’s unfortunate old tweets and the weirdly disproportionate response to his apology. Then Erin discusses an incident in which a waitress in Georgia body slammed a man who groped her, and actress Genevieve Angelson joins to talk about the thrill of the live stage, her reaction to the unexpected end of ‘Good Girls Revolt,’ and helping to change the rules for a new era in Hollywood.

And make sure to check out Deeper Shade of Shade on Stitcher Premium, where Bryan and Erin interview their favorite friends of the show. For a free month of listening, go to stitcherpremium.com/shade and use promo code ‘SHADE’.

This episode is sponsored by Squarespace (www.squarespace.com/SHADE code: SHADE), Kopari (www.koparibeauty.com/SHADE), and Stitch Fix (www.stitchfix.com/SHADE).

Mike Mitchell, Ego Nwodim, and Craig Rowin join Matt Besser this week for scenes about a birthday bash for a hamburger, the mental state of wearing pants, and a bitcoin scam. Later, we’ll visit the final round of Chuck E. Cheese mascot auditions, a cutthroat piñata party, and an ass-eating bar.

Lead singer of the iconic band Cameo, Larry Blackmon joins Scott for a one on one chat on a very special episode of Comedy Bang! Bang! They’ll get into the origin of Cameo’s smash hit “Word Up,” how Larry got involved with the band, and what Larry keeps in his safe. As Larry and Scott continue their conversation, an Edible Arrangements delivery person by the name of Nance drops by with a gift for Scott. But is there more to Nance? Tune in to find out!

This episode is brought to you by Squarespace (www.squarespace.com/BANGBANG).

Check out Tawny’s new podcast, The Supergroup! On each episode, Tawny & her co-host Alex Kliner invite a comedian and musician to write and record an original song with them over the course of a week. You’ll hear every step of the process, from writing and re-writing to recording and mixing. The podcast is funny but the songs are legit.

On the series premiere of The Supergroup, P-KAT (Paul F. Tompkins, Katelyn Tarver, Alex & Tawny) write and record a dramatic song inspired by Paul’s encounter with a stranger.

To hear the rest of the series, go to stitcherpremium.com/supergroup and use the promo code SUPERGROUP for a month free trial of Stitcher Premium.

Cracking the case with Taylor Goldsmith.

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Civil rights activist DeRay Mckesson joins Andrew and Tawny to discuss people using their grandpa’s nazi fighting to excuse their racism, speaking negatively of the people of your own race and culture, and much more. As always, leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.

This episode is brought to you by Mack Weldon (www.mackweldon.com code: YO).

Jason Mantzoukas (How Did This Get Made) & Manolo’s 10-year-old niece Anna join Jo & Manolo to play listener-created games with callers.

Games played: Oz or Nahs, Pizza Burger, and Walking on Eggshells

This episode is brought to you by Clockwise.io (www.clockwise.io) and RXBAR (www.RXBAR.com/gameshow code: GAMESHOW).

Adam Scott Aukerman are excited to share their exclusive interviews with the band members of U2 from Madison Square Garden. Bonobos and Thedge talk about why “Summer of Love” is becoming an important song, their go to karaoke jams, and join the Scotts for an episode of a different show. Plus, Adam Clay 2000 Pounds give the Scotts a backstage tour of Madison Square Garden. And what does Larry Mullen Sr.’s Son have in store for the Scotts?

This episode is brought to you by Squarespace (www.squarespace.com/BONO code: BONO).

Bobby Berk is an interior designer & fellow Queer Eye cast member who joins Jonathan to talk growing up closeted in the Midwest, emancipating himself from his parents as a teen, landing the role on Queer Eye, finding his way to New York City, and his love for interior design.

Check out the Queer Eye cast’s Glamour friendship test here.

Find Bobby Berk on Twitter & Instagram @bobbyberk & visit his site https://www.bobbyberkhome.com/

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Comedian Brooks Wheelan joins Howard and guest co-host Jessica Chaffin to break the mold on a jam-packed Who Charted! They count down Billboard’s Top 5 Mainstream Songs while sorting out their Hogwarts Houses, and Howard makes the effort to find his inner child during the Movie Chart. Later, Jessica shares a special throwback Petty tune while Brooks and Howard reflect on their time in Hawaii together as they count down their Hot Picks.

This episode is sponsored by Mack Weldon (www.mackweldon.com code: CHARTED).

Bona fide movie star Jonathan Rhys Meyers chats with guest host Samm Levine about his new film, Damascus Cover. They also discuss Match Point, The Tudors, and world history.