Matriculating with Wayne Federman.

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Actress, singer, Broadway hoofer, and author Joely Fisher (Ellen, ’Til Death) joins Sarah and Susan to talk about her book Growing Up Fisher: Musings, Memories, and Misadventures, her family Eddie Fisher, Connie Stevens, and Carrie Fisher, Aimee Mann’s “Wise Up” from the Magnolia soundtrack, the young girl who gave birth to Joely’s adopted daughter, and Debra Winger’s deathbed speech to her son from Terms of Endearment.

This episode is brought to you by Of a Kind (www.ofakind.com code: CRYBABIES), and FabFitFun (www.fabfitfun.com code: CRY).

Rising Democratic Senators Elizabeth “Poseidon” Warren (Rachel Bloom) and Chuck “Lil Squish” Schumer (Dan Gregor) waltz into Hard Nation like a couple of Admiral Holdos. Warren thinks all Americans deserve a “double drop” like Splash Mountain, Schumer’s famous cousin has been sending him dog crap for 1600 days, and both of them dish on their favorite taffy flavors. Plus: it’s Hard Nation’s 100th episode!

On a very special Who Charted, Howard, Kulap, Stard and Young Kevin sit down to celebrate the last seven years of charting for Kulap’s final episode as co-host. We’ll hear the Top 5 Howard and Kulap Chart Collaborations as they walk down memory lane and recall all of their favorite moments from the show. Plus, the return of a certain special Chart Goose, Howard and Kulap holiday duets, and all the best chart themes from over the years await on this landmark episode you won’t want to miss.

This episode is sponsored by IFC’s The Death of Stalin and NBC’s A.P. Bio.

Adam Scott Aukerman are back this week to talk all about R.E.M.’s debut studio album Murmur. They’ll discuss getting their first albums on tape, trivia bits from the band’s hometown of Athens, Georgia, and Murmur’s mysterious lyrics. Plus, we’ll hear how the album got its name, the boys’ thoughts on the new Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees, and the story behind Murmur’s melodic bass lines.

This episode is sponsored by Merge Records (code: REM).

Screenwriter and co-host of Scriptnotes podcast John August joins Matt to discuss the 2005 film Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and the 2003 film Big Fish. John talks about how he hadn’t seen the 1971 Willy Wonka movie before writing the script, Johnny Depp’s original Alfred Hitchcock take on the Wonka character, and how his collaboration with Tim Burton started. Plus, John shares his process of method writing which helped him get in the right mindset while writing his new book “Arlo Finch in the Valley of Fire.”

This episode is brought to you by Mubi.com (www.mubi.com/WasThere).

Ashok Kondabolu and Hari Kondabolu aka The Kondabolu Brothers join Andrew to discuss their new Earwolf podcast, The Problem with Apu, CPAC official saying that Michael Steele was chosen to lead G.O.P. because he’s black, and much more. As always, leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.

Comedians Mitra Jouhari (Full Frontal with Samantha Bee, The President Show) and Zach Cherry (Our Cartoon President, Crashing, Search Party) join Jo & Manolo to play listener-created games with callers. 

Games played:  Mangia Mangia Meningitis, Every Pocket Tells A Story, and #1 Rank On Google

This episode is brought to you by Casper Mattresses (www.casper.com/gameshow code: GAMESHOW).

With Special Guest Erika Jayne.

This episode is brought to you by Psychic Source (www.psychicsource.com code: HOUSEWIVES), Thouroughbreads in theaters March 9th, Quip Toothbrush (www.getquip.com/HOUSEWIVES), and Tripping.com (www.tripping.com/HOUSEWIVES).

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This week, Marissa and Listler welcome the most popular art teacher for the last forty years, Miss Twerck (Julie Brister)! On “Hot Topics,” everyone recalls their romantic Valentine’s Day eves and Listler recounts how she spent her birthday.  Later, Miss Twerck learns what her name means in dance-lingo before explaining how she wound up in Cuba by accident during “Spotlight On.”

Actress Grace Victoria Cox joins Emily and Deanna this week to talk about playing Veronica Sawyer on the television reboot of Heathers! Grace shares her thoughts on Donald Glover, Lady Bird, and how to tell when you’re being “dry texted.” Plus, they discuss Lindsay Lohan’s modern ventures before covering everything from weekend Instagram likes to injectables during a game of Thirsty, Savvy, or Thavvy.

This episode is sponsored by Scout & Cellar and Dailylook (code: HTBLO).

Sean and Hayes are joined by CLAUDIA O’DOHERTY from “Love” to help them read their new surf movie written by their friend.

This episode is sponsored by Squarespace (code: THEBOYS), NBC’s A.P. Bio, and Wargaming (code: HOLLYWOOD18).

Griffin Newman (The Tick, Blank Check) returns to the OFF BOOK stage, this time in-studio!, for a new musical about cheese, cheese and more cheese! With songs like “Meet the Captain”, “River of Brie” and “We Swissed You”, you won’t “roux” the day you heard this episode!

This episode is brought to you by Better Help (www.betterhelp.com/OFFBOOK) and Audible (www.audible.com/OFFBOOK).

Matt and Matt discuss the prospect of the rumored Danny Boyle Bond #25.

Hip Hop royalty DJ Nu-Mark joins Jensen and guest co-host Drew Unga to talk about the West Coast Hip Hop group Mannish, Zodiac Tracks, rapper Falease, Hip Pocket Records, how we were late on Doughboys, pupasas, and many more things you should know about.

This episode is brought to you by Casper Mattresses (www.casper.com/karp).

Ever heard of “granary bread?” Yeah? Then you’re probably British, like this week’s caller. If not, then get out your malted barley and listen to Gethard celebrate cultural differences with a mother and social media expert from England’s rural south. Opening up about difficulties in her past, she says: “you know, it was 14 years ago, but it’s still one of those things, when I open my heart to a stranger on the phone, can still make me cry.”

This episode is brought to you by Casper Mattresses (www.casper.com/beautiful), Talkspace (www.talkspace.com/beautiful), and Today, Explained.

Join guest host Samm Levine for his chat with actor Thomas Ian Nicholas (Rookie of the Year, American Pie). Thomas chats about sneaking in for a second Rookie of the Year audition, some American Pie scenes that didn’t make the cut, and how to properly float a pitch over home plate.

Paul F. Tompkins welcomes everyone he loves back to Spontaneanation! This week, Paul’s special return guests and improvisers are Phil LaMarr, Daniele Gaither, and Gary Anthony Williams of The Black Version! They chat about what is their least favorite question strangers often ask them, pilots being afraid of heights, and the importance of packing light. They then improvise a story set in a LaCroix Factory. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!

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Oscar-nominated screenwriter (“The Disaster Artist,” “500 Days of Summer”) and GGACPsuperfan MICHAEL H. WEBER joins Gilbert and Frank to talk about the studio development process, the eccentricities of Marlon Brando (and Tommy Wiseau), the cinema of Richard Curtis and the importance of truth in storytelling. Also, Jane Fonda takes a seat, Bill Murray thanks Robert De Niro, Dustin Hoffman pursues Hannibal Lecter and the boys list their favorite romantic comedies (and romantic comedy cliches). PLUS: Evel Knievel! “The Knack…and How to Get It”! Gilbert hangs with Paul Rudd! Praising “Jerry Maguire”! And Michael swaps punchlines with Steve Martin! 

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If your politics lean left, your trusted pundits are telling you THIS. IS. THE. YEAR. when our disastrous political situation will turn itself around. “Robert Mueller’s closing in on Trump! The American people are starting to wise up! A midterm election Blue Wave(TM) will #Resist the #NotMyPresident into #DrumpfDefeat!” Well what if we told you none of that will happen without a herculean effort on the part of America’s decent people? What if we told you none of this will get fixed soon? And what if we reminded you those same pundits who think everything’s about to be fine LITERALLY LAUGHED at the prospect of a Trump presidency not that long ago?

On this week’s episode of The Cracked Podcast, Alex Schmidt is joined by comedian/soothsayer Adam Tod Brown (Unpopular Opinion Podcast Network) for a deep dive into the history, technology, and basic math that proves we are nowhere near getting out of the woods yet. They’ll look ahead to what might actually happen by the end of this midterm-riffic year of politics. And they’ll help us all preserve our mental health by setting reasonable expectations, instead of assuming we’ll be saved by the total nonsense hopes of pundits on TV.

Footnotes: https://goo.gl/CCNKvT

Musical star ‘Weird Al’ Yankovic joins Scott to talk about his upcoming concert series The Ridiculously Self-Indulgent, Ill-Advised Vanity Tour! They discuss sports and Al’s philanthropic causes before being joined by pageant consultant Debbie Creepy. Then, body modification hobbyist Jergen Tavikya stops by to explain the motivation behind his latest transformation.

This episode is sponsored by Leesa, Bespoke Post (code: BANGBANG), and NBC’s A.P. Bio.

Amy and Russ close out Oscar Movie Month this week with the 2001 Best Picture winner and nominee respectively, Ridley Scott’s “Gladiator” vs. Ang Lee’s “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon.” They break down the spectacle of “Gladiator,” noting the formula that brought it the Best Picture award plus Joaquin Phoenix’s stellar performance. Then, they discuss the game-changing action sequences of “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon” as well as its main character’s imperfections and how it brought Chinese cinema to the world stage. Which film will enter The Canon? Cast your vote on the Earwolf forums now!

This episode is sponsored by MUBI.

We check in with an alternate reality version of the podcast, coming from a family friendly dimension where Arnie and his pals record a weekly children’s podcast. They’re joined by old friends including Flower and a very angry boy.

Credits:

Arnie: Arnie Niekamp
Dewey the Dolphin: Adal Rifai
Usidore: Matt Young
Flower: Brooke Breit
Blemish: Martin Wilson
Mysterious Man: Tim Sniffen
Craig: Ryan DiGiorgi

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

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Danielle is live from The Largo with Jessica St. Clair taking the co-host reigns in a pinch and special guest Jerry O’Connell who will fuck anyone to get on housewives (especially Ken!). They talk Jax’s hero’s journey, why housewives hate the rain, and the safety of magnetic eyelashes.

Plus Casey chimes in from set about the NY ladies cruise from hell and Jerry and Jess perform stunning scene between Siggy and Joshua that deserves all the oscars this awards season.

This episode is brought to you by Psychic Source (www.psychicsource.com code: HOUSEWIVES), 2 Dope Queens on HBO, Texture (www.texture.com/housewives), and Third Love (www.thirdlove.com/housewives).

The fabulous Trixie Mattel of Drag Race fame visits the Homophilia studio to spill some All-Star tea, reveal her Drag Race fantasy team, and dish about her dating life. Plus, the difference between drag and Drag Race, a dick in the dark, and Dave breaks down the now infamous Fergie National Anthem.

Babies listening to podcasts, a vasectomy update, and more on this week’s minisode! Paul goes through Corrections and Omissions for Rock Star, recommends some great stuff for you to check out in Paul’s Pick of the Week, and the Movie Bitches review The Greatest Showman. Plus, important info on next week’s movie!

This episode is brought to you by AP Bio on NBC.

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Where to Find Jason, June & Paul:

You can see Jason, June, and Paul in The Disaster Artist in theaters now.

Paul’s new comedy Drive Share is available on Go90. Paul can be seen on A Futile and Stupid Gesture, Wet Hot American Summer: Ten Years Later, Opening Night, and Veep. You can see June and Paul on NTSF:SD:SUV:: on HULU. June stars in Grace and Frankie on Netflix, as well as Lady Dynamite alongside with Jason.

Jason can be seen in The Good Place, The House, The Lego Batman Movie, How to Be Single, Sleeping with Other People, and is still indeed in The Dictator.

Ophira Eisenberg (Ask Me Another) and Akilah Hughes (Crooked Media) join Negin to dish about the latest in Mueller’s Russia investigation and why people are angry that Twitter is cracking down on bots. Plus, the panel discusses evangelicals and their silence on the Rob Porter and Stormy Daniels stories. Lastly, the panel debates the pros and cons of on-demand convenience.

This episode is sponsored by The Daily Show with Trevor Noah: Ears Edition and Color of Change.

Professor Rich Fulcher joins Matt Besser for the pilot episode of the new podcast, Marijuana Advice. They take listener calls about all things marijuana, from what the future of the cannabis industry looks like to the dangers of driving high to the best weed for an amazing sexual experience. Plus, they give tips on the best way to combat paranoia as well as how to get your pot brownies to kick in faster.

This episode is sponsored by NBC’s A.P. Bio, SeatGeek (code: IMPROV), and Warby Parker.