Latest Episodes
October 22, 2014
Josh Simpson & Andrew talk about the Indian with the star on the Tootsie Roll pop wrapper. Be sure to keep leaving us messages at (323) 389-RACE.
October 21, 2014
EP. 178 — Books
Guest Jen Hitchcock
Tig, David, Kyle start the show with a discussion about the power of words, dog training tips, and Tig performing at David’s Junk show. Then, Jen Hitchcock stops by the hatch to talk about starting a unique book store, changing technology, the intersection between books and art, and so much more. You can visit Jen’s bookstore “Book Show” at 5503 North Figueroa St in Highland Park in LA.
October 21, 2014
Join Kevin as he sits down with the delightful actress and comedienne Kristen Schaal (Flight of the Conchords, Bob’s Burgers) as she discusses growing up on a farm to transitioning into show business. Kristen chats about how useless the auditioning process is, scoring the FOTC gig by being part of the HBO comedy festival, she also does her best at punching up Kevin’s act.
October 21, 2014
Sean and Hayes start the show with a discussion on about the book Freakingnomics and how the concepts translate to the world of moviemaking. Then, LAUREN LAPKUS is in the studio to talk about scary dinosaurs, Jurassic spoilers, Ernest, and the difference between books and movie adaptations. Finally, Intern Andy is back to ask some inappropriate Popcorn Gallery questions.
October 21, 2014
Comedian, new dad and fellow podcaster Ryan Sickler of The CrabFeast podcast joins the guys on this week’s Sklarbro County! Ryan talks about his soccer coach from middle school, why he wouldn’t go to the Superbowl to root for his own team, what it’s like being a new father, and being a Washington Bullets fan as a kid. Daniel Van Kirk brings us crazy stories today which include one bad acid trip that led a man to go on a one week long crime spree that ended at a McDonald’s drive-thru, a battle between brothers over a shower led to a shared driveway fight with a rifle, and a Spanish woman who was forced to confess that she was cheating on her husband after she gave birth to a baby with dwarfism. Later, the Sklars’ good friend Myndy Crist stops by to tell us all about her brief phone relationship with Bruce Willis which lead to him looking out for her.
Make sure to stream The Sklar Brothers’ one hour special “What Are We Talking About” right this very minute on Netflix, don’t forget to buy the Sklars’ album available on iTunes today, and check out when the Sklars are coming to your city at www.supersklars.com!
October 21, 2014
Josh Simpson & Andrew talk all about the TV show Once Upon a Time and Disney. Make sure to leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.
October 20, 2014
Comedian, improviser, writer Josh Simpson joins Andrew all this week to answer some racism questions. Today they talk about whether the term African Americans is racist or not. Be sure to call us at (323) 389-RACE to ask if anything is racist.
October 20, 2014
Orange Is the New Black’s Natasha Lyonne makes her first appearance & dapper comedian Paul F. Tompkins makes a rare appearance on today’s Comedy Bean Bag! Natasha, Paul, & Scott chat about silent films, the first time Natasha met Woody Allen, and great acting tips. Then, church raffle winner Dreama Peaches stumbles upon the studio on her mission to learn more about hunting and bears.
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October 17, 2014
Randy and Jason kick off the episode with “Sklarbrotration,” where in, they issue proper punishment for anybody who wanders into the action of a professional sporting event. Later, joined by Dave Anthony and Gar Ryness, the SklarBros revolutionize the world of podcasts by introducing…the CARCAST! Join these four friends on a journey to the NLCS. Along the way they will predict the outcome of game 3, make a case for why the 1989 World Series saved the lives of thousands of people, and Randy will give some life advice to Randy Choate. Finally, in a deed of good will, Dr. Tuttle calls in with some sage health advice that best be taken very seriously.
October 17, 2014
She’s a drop dead gorgeous actress, and model – a fave of ours from Burning Love – and is a total delight! The sparkling DEANNA RUSSO came on and discussed having worked in a car wash (like Elizabeth!) how a mystical necklace has held extremely special meaning to her, and why bungee jumping was a far better experience than skydiving. Enjoy!
October 17, 2014
Howard, Kulap, and Beats Per Mustard Morris do a gift exchange on this week’s Two Charted before talking about why bank tellers are the new therapist, being brave at the dentist, and Howards time at the “World Jet Ski Races.” Later, Howard makes everyone nervous during a segment of “How To Act,” before sparking a hot debate over the invention of a motorcycle that rumbles enough to arouse a woman, while still being quiet enough to not bother anyone. Also, Kulap raises the bar on what it means to be a Chartist when she plays a song that was written just for her! Just before it’s all said and done Howard reminisces of the times when “what happened at the rink, stayed at the rink.” Oh, those were the days!!!
October 17, 2014
Andrew Ti and special guest Jared Logan finish the week off by discussing the thought of being afraid to have kids in this cruel world. As always, leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.
October 16, 2014
It’s been a month and a lot of things have happened in the world of U2 but luckily Adam Scott Aukerman are back to dig into the physical release of U2’s thirteenth studio album Songs of Innocence. They’ll talk about U2: The Definitive Biography, the online backlash of the free digital release of the record & Bono’s recent apology, and the bonus tracks on the physical release of the album. Plus, they catch up on the recent live shows they’ve seen which include Tom Petty & Neutral Milk Hotel and wonder if U2 will ever have a Top 40 hit as they go through listener mail!
October 16, 2014
Dane Cook and Reggie Watts dig deep to talk comedy on this week’s B-B-B-BONUS Comedy Bang Bang! Scott, Reggie and Dane share their excitement for the mid-season premiere of season three of Comedy Bang Bang: The TV series, which premieres on IFC on Friday, October 17th & Dane’s new stand-up special Troublemaker which premieres on Showtime on Friday, October 17th as well by sharing stories from the set of CBB. Troubled teen Rick Faber also returns to update us on some of the immature behavior he has been doing toward nerds before going head to head with Dane & Reggie in a dang game of Would You Rather!
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October 16, 2014
Charlie Sanders, Betsy Sodaro, and Ryan Meharry will show you what happens when you decide to live the no sock lifestyle on this week’s improv4humans with Matt Besser! They’ll also follow Batman’s brother as he fights crime, josh around as they tape promos for The Today Show, and try out a new shot chaser that comes from dogs. Plus, nothing gets in the way of a father’s hunt for his sociopathic son during another edition of Your Best Story. Be sure to watch many of the stars of improv4humans on the new Hulu series Hotwives of Orlando. This is some funny shit and it’s all available now on Hulu Plus. Make sure to get the Upright Citizens Brigade television show season 3 now available on DVD, the UCB Comedy Improv Manual, Matt Besser’s new comedy album at mattbesser.com, and Dragoon’s new album at dragoongalaxy.bandcamp.com!
October 16, 2014
Adam’s guest is Chris Erwin, Head of Operations for Big Frame. The company, which was acquired this year by DreamWorks, is often called a multichannel network, or MCN, while Chris describes Big Frame as, “a new-era entertainment company for teens and millennials.” Adam asks Chris to explain more about what MCNs and Big Frame do, especially with regard to developing and managing the careers of digital-first creators, like YouTube stars Ingrid Nilsen, Tyler Oakley and Amanda Steele. Since Earwolf and Midroll Media are digital-first media companies, as well, Adam and Chris talk about the similarities between their businesses, and how they make money for talent. Finally, they discuss what it’s like to work in entertainment tech and in the Silicon Beach of Los Angeles.
October 16, 2014
On today’s episode, Andrew and Jared Logan talk about wedding reception food and the use of the term appropriating. Don’t forget to keep leaving us messages by calling (323) 389-RACE.
October 15, 2014
Halloween is coming up so you know what that means! Next week is a special Halloween episode of HDTGM all about the story of a monkey and his owner.
October 15, 2014
Actress, comedian, improviser, and the first Whooch guest to be a part of the Jurassic Park franchise, Lauren Lapkus stops by this week’s WHO CHARTED! Lauren, Ku-Ku, & Wie-Wie chat about Ariana Grande, which reality TV show they’d be on, the Top 5 Current Butt Songs, and ass restaurants during the TOP 5 ULTIMATE MUSIC CHART. Lauren gives a sample of her different character voices and everyone talks about Ben Affleck’s dong cameo in Gone Girl as they count down the MOVIE CHART. Plus, Lauren explains why she can no longer play basketball this season with her team The Kimmy Dribblers and tells us how Traci Reardon’s summah went as she answers your questions during the TWEET CHART!
Don’t forget to pick up ‘Summah This, Summah That’ at http://howardkremer.bandcamp.com/album/summah-this-summah-that and head to http://teespring.com/gucruiseshirt to pick up your very own Gu Cruise T-shirt.
October 15, 2014
Friends of the show Dan Telfer & Rick Remender are back taking on the roles of Lyra & Winter on this week’s episode of Nerd Poker! Our nerds had a little altercation with a red giant which left him all cut up. After looting the giant’s body & a brief chat about dildos, they head off to sneak to the docks to continue their travels!
October 15, 2014
Jared Logan & Andrew talk about whether using the term “heebie-jeebies” is racist. Be sure to keep leaving us messages at (323) 389-RACE.
October 14, 2014
The great and hilarious Tony Sam stops by the County to tell us all about his new stand-up album “Scaredy Cat.” Tony tells us about the time he was arrested for drinking & driving, the process of retiring old stand-up material & writing new material, and what really scares him. Daniel Van Kirk also tells us about his first trip to New York City as well as brings us crazy stories which include and Iowa couple arrested for having sex on a boardwalk in Florida, a cringeworthy story dealing with a Colombian woman’s stomach pain, and a campsite rampage courtesy of a feral pig. Plus, Doug Buffone is in the studio to speak on his recent obsession with UFOs.
Make sure to stream The Sklar Brothers’ one hour special “What Are We Talking About” right this very minute on Netflix, don’t forget to buy the Sklars’ album available on iTunes today, and check out when the Sklars are coming to your city at www.supersklars.com!
October 14, 2014
Recorded LIVE at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre in Los Angeles, Mark Wahlberg (Daniel Van Kirk) is back along with Jesse “The Body” Ventura (James Adomian), Reba McEntire (Andie Bolt), Shia LaBeouf (John Milhiser), and Anne Hathaway (Madeline Walter) for another edition of “The Wahlberg Solution!” These A-List celebrities discuss The Fappening, Ebola, Roger Goodell, legalizing gay marriage in other states, North Korean leader Kim Jong-un going missing, and Bigfoot possibly being an alien. Get a leg up on Donnie and listen now.
October 14, 2014
Tig, Kyle, and David start the show reminiscing about their childhood bike-related memories. Kristina Goolsby is in hatch to talk about her experience with fostering and ultimately adopting her child. She goes into details on the application process and how the entire thing has changed her entire life. Then, Kyle closes out the show with a brand new Mother Meditation.
October 14, 2014
Hayes and Sean start the show by weighing in on the announcement of the new all-female Ghostbusters cast. Then, CLARK DUKE is in the studio to take us on a tour of his career and talk about where he went to college, Weezer, and golf. After, the boys play a game of “That’s Wheely Interesting” and the Popcorn Gallery is back to ask Clark about being a party teenager, cheating, and sharing the spotlight.
October 14, 2014
Sit down with Kevin as he talks to comedian and actor Wayne Federman (New Girl, Shameless) on how he made a career out of being in one scene of pretty much everything. Wayne chats about going on the road with Jimmy Fallon to prep him for late night, what it would be like for Carson to do modern monologues, and finally compiling decades worth of his stand up into The Chronicles of Federman.
October 14, 2014
Jared Logan & Andrew talk all about a caller who has a Colombian co-worker who hates on Mexicans. Make sure to leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.
October 13, 2014
Ken Marino & Casey Wilson of NBC’s Marry Me sing their hearts out on this week’s Comedy Bean Bag! After giving us an oral history of their new show Marry Me, Ken & Casey collabo once more as they create a brand new going to commercial theme song. Then, Dr. Jerry Pensacola stops by to explain what steps you must take to get your blood singing. Plus, everyone breaks the mold during a game of Riddle Me This!
This episode is sponsored by Upstart, Stamps.com, Plated, and R&R Games. Use offer code BANGBANG at checkout for some great savings!
October 13, 2014
The very funny Jared Logan returns to join Andrew all this week to answer some racism questions. Today they talk about a white child named Ebony. Be sure to call us at (323) 389-RACE to ask if anything is racist.