Writer Jessica Gao (Rick and Morty, Whiting Wongs) returns to join Andrew to discuss Trump’s “shithole” remarks, Trump’s “pretty Korean lady” comment, the idea that calling someone a racist is the new McCarthyism, and much more. As always, leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.

Comedians Dan Chamberlain (The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Chambaland) & Becky Abrams (Nipsey Comedy) join Jo & Manolo to play listener-created games with callers. 

Games played: Twist Manolo’s Tongue, Pants, Pants, Pants, and Alanis I Forget.

Former White House strategist and Breitbart.com head Steve Bannon (Josh Simpson) comes to Hard Nation still reeling from his rough dismissal by the President. Steve explains why he’s the inspiration for every Seinfeld character and helps Mark with his “revenge porn” dilemma, while Pete demands to know what an Orange Julius is.

Actor Noah Segan joins Matt this week to discuss his role as X-wing fighter pilot Stomeroni Starck in the 2017 film Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi. Noah talks about how he got the role, the origin of the name Stomeroni Starck and the connection to Poe Dameron, and becoming emotional while touring the Millennium Falcon. Plus, Noah shares how he became good friends with director Rian Johnson and has been lucky enough to be a part of his many projects.

Actor, writer and comedian Carl Tart joins Howard and Kulap for this week’s Who Charted! They count down Billboard’s Top 5 Hip Hop Songs, and Carl discusses musical going experiences and favorite quarterbacks during the Movie Chart. Later, Producer Kevin joins in on Two Charted to hear where crows come from, and Howard gives his latest SNL picks.

“If anybody has seen hell, it would be me.” What starts as an immigrant success story ends up weaving through prostitution, revenge, tragedy, sexuality, morality and religion. Note that this episode contains difficult topics including sexual violence.

This episode is brought to you by Talkspace (www.talkspace.com/beautiful), Brooklinen (www.brooklinen.com code: BEAUTIFUL), and HBO’s Crashing.

The incredible Tawny Newsome joins Jess and Zach this week for a new musical that is legitimately out of this world. With songs like “It’s Gossip In Space”, “That Is Dragon Ball Z”, and “You’re Not A Robot”, you’ll be moonwalking and singing along to more Pokemon facts than you ever dreamed you would. 

This episode is brought to you by Mack Weldon (www.mackweldon.com code: OFFBOOK), Leesa (www.leesa.com/OFFBOOK), Third Love (www.thirdlove.com/OFFBOOK), and Modcloth (www.modcloth.com code: OFFBOOK15).

Join Kevin as he sits down once again with actor David Harbour (Stranger Things). David chats about absorbing the character of Jim Hopper, his upcoming role as a larger-than-life comic book hero, and his obsession with Joe Keery. 

Comedian and HQ Trivia host Scott Rogowsky joins Jensen and Matty to talk about his fake book covers, becoming the host of HQ Trivia, Podcast: The Ride, CAVA, how were we late on Apple TV, and many more things you should know about.

Storyteller and genuinely real dude Ed Hansen joins Emily and Deanna for this week’s HTBLO! Ed explains the meaning of “dragged for filth,” dishes on his favorite Real Housewife, and shares his ride-or-die apps. Then, he reflects on his persona in the 90s before they get in deep about which trends from the decade have made a resurgence.

Sean and Hayes welcome JEN STATSKY into the studio to walk them through a day at her famous job.

This episode is sponsored by Casper Mattresses (code: HANDBOOK) and Blue Apron.

Marissa’s stepdad Seth Wompler (Brian Huskey) joins Marissa and Listler this week to talk about connecting with his stepdaughter over her first period and learning about life through ROTC role-plays. Then we hear about the problem with a certain toddler during “What’s Cheesing You” before Listler offers advice on accommodating new families during the holidays, and Seth shares his biggest regrets, latest lies, and celebrity crushes during a lightning round of “Spotlight On.”

We talk to a boy who used to be a bird.

Credits:

Arnie: Arnie Niekamp
Chunt: Adal Rifai
Usidore: Matt Young
Bertramus: Joel Kim Booster
Craig: Ryan DiGiorgi

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

This episode is brought to you by Shroud of Eternity, Squarespace (www.squarespace.com code: TAVERN), and Harry’s (www.harrys.com/MAGIC).

You are a human being. Which means “you” are actually one human plus the trillions of microscopic life forms living in you. And “you” are living in a civilization that’s only had microscopes since the 1670s, and only begun to understand what microscopes reveal. And “you” are living on a planet that was dominated by microbial life for about half its natural history, with more complex species only showing up in the last quarter, like a Miami Heat fan in between South Beach clubs. Which all begs the question: is this the microbes’ world, and we’re just living in it? And what does that mean for us as a species?

On this week’s episode of The Cracked Podcast, Alex Schmidt sits down with science journalist Ed Yong (The Atlantic) for a look at the incredible world of microbes we’ve been living in this whole time, covered brilliantly in Ed’s book I Contain Multitudes. Find out how trillions of tiny bacteria & germs guide everything from your nutrition, to our psychology, to the evolution of life on earth itself.

Footnotes: https://goo.gl/FmPZnz

Gilbert and Frank take a loving look back at some of the unforgettable talents who left us in 2017, including Jim Nabors, Mary Tyler Moore, Dick Gregory, George Romero and Martin Landau. Also in this episode: Harry Dean Stanton breaks out, Gilbert hangs with Tobe Hooper, John Hurt presides over The Last Supper and Rose Marie inspires a generation of funny women. PLUS: Hymie the Robot! The First Lady of Voice Acting! The artistry of Jonathan Demme! The brilliance of Chuck Barris! And the boys remember their VERY FIRST podcast guest!

Author Dorothy Charlessss joins Scott to talk about her handwritten book “Help Yourself” and the passing of her husband. Then, whistleblower Leo Williams stops by to expose the secret society known as The Order of the Owl. Later, 20 something Will Crowe stops by from Alaska to talk about how hard it is to date in Los Angeles.

This episode is brought to you by ZipRecruiter, HBO’s Crashing, and Baskets on FX.

Paul F. Tompkins welcomes everyone including riddle lovers back to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul’s special guest is actress and comedian Maribeth Monroe of Workaholics and The Good Place! Maribeth chats about her most embarrassing superstition, being tormented by her older brothers growing up, and purgatory. Then, they are joined by improvisers Nancy Hayden and Jaime Moyer, to improvise a story set in Wisconsin Dells Water Park. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!

This episode is brought to you by Squarespace (www.squarespace.com code: PFT), HBO’s Crashing, and Leesa (www.leesa.com/PFT).

Screenwriter David Scarpa (All the Money in the World) joins Amy this week to talk about the 1961 Paul Newman film “The Hustler.” David and Amy discuss how “The Hustler” subverts the underdog paradigm and questions what it means to be a winner or loser. Plus, they find meaning in Fast Eddie’s search for success and what it reveals about the nature of excellence before contrasting the acting of Paul Newman with costars Jackie Gleason and Piper Laurie. Does “The Hustler” belong in The Canon? Cast your vote on the Earwolf forums now!

This episode is sponsored by RXBAR (code: CANON).

Soprano sightings, should Stuart Pankin exist, and more on this week’s minisode! Paul goes through Corrections and Omissions for Second Sight, gives a great rec in Paul’s Pick of the Week, and the Movie Bitches review Coco. Plus, you’ll find out which movie we will be covering next!

This episode is brought to you by Credit Karma and HBO’s Crashing.

Check out new HDTGM merch over at https://www.teepublic.com/user/howdidthisgetmade

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 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.

Writer, theater / pop-culture expert, and Homophilia’s very own horror aficionado Louis Peitzman joins Matt and Dave this week to talk about BSB erotica, his ultimate Top 5 lists, plus his adventures in being friends with benefits. Plus, Louis spills his very revealing moment with Timothée Chalamet, Dave explains 50 Shades of Gray to his mom, and more!

Welcome back to Unpacking The Wolf, the only podcast hosted by two former feral children raised by wolves! Hosts Lobo (Jon Gabrus) and Lou (Betsy Sodaro) welcome dating expert Trish “The Dish” Weber to help them adjust back to the nuances of the human world. Trish offers advice on how to clothe themselves and what info to put into their Tinder bios before discovering a dark secret in her own romantic life. Plus, Traci Reardon drops by to get Lobo and Lou’s input on listener questions about dating on another edition of “Help Me, Rhonda.”

Rory Albanese (The Daily Show) and Mike Pesca (The Gist) join Negin to talk about Michael Wolff’s new book, “Fire and Fury.” Then the panel asks: if Oprah ran for President, would she win? Lastly, they try to make heads or tails of Trump’s public DACA meeting with Congress.

This episode is brought to you by Modcloth (www.modcloth.com code: FAKE15) and Ellevest (www.ellevest.com/fake).

Casey and Danielle are joined by National Treasure and Daily Beast Writer, Ira Madison III. They discuss his controversial opinions on Oprah’s possible Presidential run, Vanderpump Rules and why LaLa is really Marlo Hamptons in training. Hearts and minds are blown (like the men Lisa Rinna’s daughter has blown based on techniques from her moms book). What a year to be alive!

This episode is brought to you by Leesa (www.leesa.com/HOUSEWIVES), Stamps.com (www.stamps.com code: HOUSEWIVES), and Rent the Runway (www.renttherunway.com/unlimited code: HOUSEWIVES30).

Acting happy with Todd Glass.

This episode is brought to you by Squarespace (www.squarespace.com code: PARDO), Beach Body On Demand, and Casper Mattresses (www.casper.com/PARDO).

This week, Bryan and Erin start off with a recap of Oprah’s incredible speech and the unfortunate lack of male voices in support of Time’s Up at the Golden Globes. Then, Erin talks about Daphne Merkin’s insulting opinion piece about #MeToo and how she gets it so wrong. Bryan shares the development of the new trans inclusive show “Pose” and how creator Ryan Murphy is using his power to change the system for the better, and guest Alison Rosen (Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend) talks about getting people to open up to her, preferred languages of love, drill team, sexy clowns, and much much more.

This episode is sponsored by EverlyWell (code: SHADE) and Audible.

Phil Rosenthal, Andy Daly, Katie Dippold and Ari Voukydis join Matt Besser this week for scenes about restaurant patrons ordering as a collective, injured schoolkids with fantastical excuses, and an attempted apology for driving through a barbershop. Plus, a teacher pays a visit to an archaic school board and a villager speaks out against the penis artwork spreading through his town.

This episode is sponsored by HBO’s Crashing and Beachbody On Demand (text IMPROV to 303030).

Writer, director, and podcast-producer Cody Ziglar (UCB Comedy, The 2nd Team)  joins Andrew to discuss H&M’s “coolest monkey in the jungle” hoodie, James Damore suing Google for allegedly discriminating against conservative white men, The Alt-Right’s Asian Fetish, and much more. As always, leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.

North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un (Sarah Claspell) brings the party to this week’s Hard Nation! The brutal dictator tells Mark & Pete he might be in the Olympics, doesn’t know what a toilet is, and made Crocodile Rock the national song of North Korea. Plus: Mark swears that Three Billboards is a dark comedy.

Scott Adsit (Big Hero 6, 30 Rock) and comedian Emmy Blotnick (The President Show) join Jo & Manolo to play listener-created games with callers. 

Games played: Education Is A Social Construct, The State Exit Game, Crazy Wayne