On a super special Crybabies, Sarah and Susan welcome their children Mercy Richter and Austin Gillespie to talk about Space Oddity by David Bowie, animals dying in movies, and more. Then, the wonderfully hilarious writer, performer, and epic cryer Megan Amram stops by to discuss her love of Stephen Sondheim, read poems by Sharon Olds, and share a short sincere clip from Parks and Recreation.

Quite possibly the weirdest movie Denzel has ever done, this week Kevin and Kamau discuss the 2004 political thriller The Manchurian Candidate.

Mark Wahlberg (Daniel Van Kirk) is back this summer to straighten out the world LIVE from the UCB-Sunset Theatre in Los Angeles with his very famous friends John Roy, Anne Hathaway (Madeline Walter), Michael Caine (Kenny Stevenson), and Reba McEntire (Andie Bolt). They’ll discuss Greece, Donald Trump, Bill Cosby, and more.

Dan Finnerty of The Dan Band makes his first appearance along with the return of intern Gino Lambardo on today’s B-B-B-ONUS Comedy Bang! Bang! Dan gives us the 100 percent scoop on his new album The Wedding Album, tells us about his “Total Eclipse of the Heart” legacy, and teases us with tracks off his album. Later, Ton Liman, the Under Secretary for Water Conversation Council for the San Joaquin River Basin slowly but surely stops by to share all we need to know about the serious issues due to the California drought.

Getting back on the horse with Lauren Ash.

Recorded LIVE at UCBeast from the 17th Annual Del Close Marathon in New York is part 2 of a tremendous improv4humans with Matt Besser featuring an incredible roster of improvisers which include Anthony Atamanuik, Alexandra Dickson, Connor Ratliff, Chad Carter, Natasha Rothwell, Tim Martin, Craig Rowin, Doug Moe, Charlie Todd, Shaun Diston, and Don Fanelli. Expect to hear a couple of praying mantises struggle with why they are praying, what would happen if you tried to impress a parent with your ability to fly a plane, and the result of lying to an entire baseball stadium that you know the words to the National Anthem. Make sure to get the Upright Citizens Brigade television show season 3 now available on DVD, the UCB Comedy Improv Manual, and Dragoon’s new album at dragoongalaxy.bandcamp.com!

Crissle West is the co-host of the enormously popular podcast The Read, and she joins Adam in The Wolf Den to talk about her experience in podcasting, and growing the diversity of voices heard in the medium. Crissle shares the story of how she met her co-host Kid Fury, started the show with the Loud Speakers network, and then settled into its successful format. She explains that when The Read started the only podcast she listened to was This American Life, in part because there were very few shows featuring people of color then. Now that The Read is popular, Crissle discusses what it’s like to have a loyal fanbase and do sold-out live shows. She also talks about how she is able to make a living from the show—something she did not anticipate—and the value of working with a network. Finally Crissle gives her advice for new podcasters, and predicts what’s in store for her in the next couple of years.

Jenny Yang and Andrew talk about having Oreo as a nickname. Don’t forget to keep leaving us messages by calling (323) 389-RACE.

Derek Mears portrayed one of the most famous slashers of all time, Jason Voorhees in the 2009 reboot of Friday the 13th. Derek joins Matt to talk about his action hero/cartoon character approach to the character, identifying with the young Tommy in Friday the 13th Part IV: The Final Chapter, and why the original ending of the film didn’t test well with audiences. Derek also tells us about encountering a curious Harrison Ford while on the set of Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull, how he became a Classic Predator in Predators, and his experimental live improv action show The Resistance. Plus, Matt investigates which fictional character from cinema has killed the most people in a new segment called I Was Scared Too. The Resistance is a completely improvised action movie performed live on stage every Sunday night at 9pm at The Comedy Sportz Theater in Los Angeles. Go to https://www.facebook.com/resistancecmdy for more info!

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On the last episode of Nerd Poker, the gang rode the magic rug for a while and got really close to the blip. Now we join them as they continue on their magic rug journey awaiting to see what may lie before them.

Summah Haircuts!!! Do we need them and should they be professionally done? These questions and more on this week’s Who Charted. Also, Kulap and Howard welcome Andy Daly who shares the details of working on the second season of his Comedy Central series Review. Additionally, the gang deliberates on whether or not Pixar films are safe for children. Lastly, Andy reveals the TV magic behind eating over 40 pancakes.

Watch the season two premiere of Review on Thursday, July 30th at 10/9c on Comedy Central and watch free full episodes of Review on the CC App and CC.COM! www.cc.com/review

The Hooray Show returns after a week off with comedian Josh Fadem. We pull back the curtain on Josh as he lets us know his very specific technique of fishing for compliments. We then find ourselves in Chicago with Chad trying to buy Grateful Dead tickets off of two guys who can definitely “hook him up”…. with just about anything.

The Shrimps take on The Blouses at Pan Pacific Park. Matt Gourley and Mark McConville call the action.

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Jenny Yang and Andrew discuss So You Think You Can Dance? street vs. stage dancing. Be sure to keep leaving us messages at (323) 389-RACE.

Merlinda Flimpery is a Namer. She gives things names. That’s a thing in Foon.

Credits

Arnie: Arnie Niekamp
Chunt: Adal Rifai
Usidore: Matt Young
Merlinda Flimpery: Irene Marquette
Otok Barleyfoot: Nick Baer
Mysterious Man: Tim Sniffen

Producers: Arnie Niekamp, Evan Jacover, Ryan DiGiorgi
Editor: Ryan DiGiorgi
Theme Music: Andy Poland
Magic Tavern Logo: Allard Laban
Episode Art: Sadieh Rifai

Sponsored By: Cards Against Humanity via The Chicago Podcast Cooperative

Singer-songwriter Sarah Ruth stops by the hatch to discuss loneliness. Sarah gives us tips on how to be a loner which includes: taking yourself on a date, relating to yourself as another person, and being okay with having an imaginary friend.

Warning: this is OMFG’s dirtiest episode yet. The very cool Jackie Schimmel, creator of The Bitch Bible blog and podcast reveals to Deanna & Emily the true meaning of Truffle Butter on this week’s OMFG! Jackie also shares some drag queen lingo, takes us through some of her drink recipes, and gives her definition of trap queen.

The amazing Mr. Matt Bomer of Magic Mike XXL joins Josh to talk about returning to American Horror Story, The Magnificent Seven, working with Lady Gaga soon, and how he was actually cast as Superman a decade ago.

The amazing Mr. Matt Bomer of Magic Mike XXL joins Josh to talk about returning to American Horror Story, The Magnificent Seven, working with Lady Gaga soon, and how he was actually cast as Superman a decade ago.

Stand-up comedian, writer, actor Owen Smith joins Jensen & Matty to talk about getting a huge favor from Brian McKnight, shooting his new stand-up special Good Luck Everybody entirely on iPhones, Catastrophe, Wild Tales, Firewatch, Skyzoo, Her Story, how we’re late on Spy, Shogun, Best in Show, and many other things you should know about. Plus, we announce the winners of the “What you look like tho?” Periscope contest!

We’re traveling to a millennial future in Japan this week as Devin & Amy discuss a Japanese film that has had a decade of controversy surrounding it: Battle Royale. Did Hunger Games rip off this film about a class of high school students who fight to the death on an island? Why did it take forever for the movie to be released in the U.S.? Is the special edition with the added character flashbacks better than the original? Tune in to hear Devin & Amy give us a refresher on WWII history — and head to the forums on Wolfpop to cast the deciding vote!

In this bonus Ask the UCB episode, Matt Besser talks about the different kinds of success you can find in comedy. Make sure to get the Upright Citizens Brigade television show season 3 now available on DVD, the UCB Comedy Improv Manual, and Dragoon’s new album at dragoongalaxy.bandcamp.com!

Sean and Hayes are back with another episode of the best show, Hollywood Handbook where they talk about politics and Hollywood. Then, good friend TOM SCHARPLING from The Best Show comes by to get some advice from the guys, who kindly offer Tom tips on the best ways to restructure his show to achieve success.

The hilarious Jenny Yang & Andrew talk about Chinese Dentist being a band name. Make sure to leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.

Randy and Jason welcome to this week’s County Emily Maya Mills, who talks about some of the comedians that influenced her, as well as what it was like working with Daniel Van Kirk in the early parts of their career’s. Then, Daniel covers stories from around the world that include a child who is not allowed to play in the yard and a couple that is too naked to get behind the wheel of a car. Additionally, the gang discusses the wonders of The Grateful Dead. Lastly, Jennifer Aniston calls in to explain how great she’s doing.

Never Not Funny’s Jimmy Pardo and SNL alum Paul Brittain are back to reminisce about the good times in the Windy City of Chicago on today’s Comedy Bing Bong! Jimmy also breaks down the rules of his new TV show Race to Escape and Paul tells us about his relationship with his uncle Bob Newhart. Then, high school student Fitch Pender drops by with a smoothie order from International Smoothies Incorporated on Sunset but before leaving he shares some interesting information about his boss that may lead us to believe that he may be dangerous.

Paul F. Tompkins welcomes everyone on the internet back to Spontaneanation! This week, Paul’s special guest is stand-up comedian Jen Kirkman aka The Pod F. Tompkast’s Southie! They chat about whether ghosts exist or not, why Jen’s mother calls her a miracle baby, and the chilling tale of the one-armed blacksmith that lived in her home in the 1800s. Paul is then joined by Matt Gourley, Jean Villepique, and Victor Yerrid to improvise a story set at a Snorkeling Excursion Ticket Kiosk. As always, the astounding Eban Schletter scores it all on piano! 

The next LIVE Spontaneanation happens at Largo very soon on Saturday, July 11th with special guests Matt Gourley, Amanda Lund, Chris Tallman, and Scott Aukerman! GET YOUR TICKETS NOW! bit.ly/SPONT715

Stand up-comedian and writer Jenny Yang joins Andrew all this week to answer some racism questions. Today they discuss a caller feeling guilty for being White and wanting to join a street game of Dominos in Harlem. Be sure to call us at (323) 389-RACE to ask if anything is racist.

A man finds out on his 47th birthday, he’s about to become a grandpa. Part 3 of our “I’ve Got News” series.