Part 2 of the incredible improv4humans recorded LIVE from the 16th Annual Del Close Marathon in New York is here! Featuring an amazing roster of improvisers that include Shannon O’Neill, Connor Ratliff, Sebastian Conelli, Chris Gethard, Morgan Grace Jarrett, Caroline Cotter, Brian Huskey, Jon Gabrus, John Gemberling, and Katie Dippold. Tune in as a classroom battles in a summer story slam, new wrestlers pitch their themes, a family takes a fake birthday present too far, and much more! Make sure to get the UCB Comedy Improv Manual, Matt Besser’s new comedy album at mattbesser.com, and Dragoon’s new album at dragoongalaxy.bandcamp.com!

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On today’s episode, Andrew and Dave Holmes talk about a Buddha statute with a frog head found in a hippie store. Don’t forget to keep leaving us messages by calling (323) 389-RACE.

As the gang waits for the Roc to return, they go through the loot they’ve retrieved from the skeletons. They’ll score a sweet dagger, a mysterious crystal ball and much more!

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Dave Holmes & Andrew discuss Tinder grammar. Be sure to keep leaving us messages at (323) 389-RACE.

Holy shark! Set your DVRs because the Sharknado returns to the Syfy channel in Sharknado 2: The Second One and we’re going to talk all about it next week!

The Professor Blastoff gang is back to talk about Tig’s ex-boyfriend, Kelly Clarkson, spider bites, and krav maga. Then, fellow Earwolf hosts Jason and Randy Sklar come into the hatch to talk about fandom in sports, music, meeting Dennis Miller, and dealing with different kinds of fans. Tune in for lots of interesting insights from the gang! 

Sean and Hayes start off the show with a segment called “You’re doing it wrong: By Grove I’ve got it!” where they discuss how tickets work and what a mall is. Then, ALEX BORSTEIN is in the studio for “Brick by Brick Tamland”, where she speaks about her iconic roles as Dillary Clinton and Ms. Dogwoman. Finally, the Popcorn Gallery asks Ms. Borstein about her fear of commercials, what made MadTV so angry, and Seth MacFarlane’s in-office antics.

Incredible director Jordan Brady stops by to tell us all about being the originator of the line “Bow Chicka Bow Wow” on today’s Sklarbro County! We’ll also hear how the reaction from his documentary “I Am Comic” lead to the making of his new film “I Am Road Comic,” his idea for a great stand-up special, and the one time he ate a ton of weed at the Montreal airport. Daniel Van Kirk bring us crazy stories as always which include Iowa police arresting a man named ‘Shelby Mustang GT500’ for wielding a hatchet at a bar, a Virginia man who claimed a kingdom in Africa for his daughter, and a Pennsylvania man who assaulted his ex-girlfriend’s husband with a sword. Plus, we hear how Steven Seagal is holding up in the summer heat.

Make sure to head on over to www.iamroadcomic.com to watch Jordan’s film, stream The Sklar Brothers’ one hour special “What Are We Talking About” right this very minute on Netflix, and don’t forget to buy the Sklars’ album available on iTunes today!

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The very rad Dave Holmes & Andrew talk about whether grocery stores lazy or racist for putting out Jewish food on the shelves around the time Jewish holidays come around. Make sure to leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.

The stars of The Meltdown with Jonah & Kumail, the titular Jonah Ray & Kumail Nanjiani return to ring in the new hundo on today’s Comedy Bing Bong Theory! After a delightful chat about jazz, their favorite skits, and waterproof books, Victor Diamond & his manager Tiny are back to talk about the aftermath from their last CBB appearance & Victor’s new podcast. Plus, the guys play the first Riddle Me This in celebration of the new hundo!

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Comedian and returning guest Dave Holmes joins Andrew Ti all this week to answer some racism questions. Today they discuss the Time.com article telling white gay men to stop stealing black female culture. Be sure to call us at (323) 389-RACE to ask if anything is racist.

Long Snapper, former SNL cast member, and Cheap Seats vet, Jeff Richards, joins the Sklar Brothers on the calming shores of Sklarbro Country. Tune in to hear the Sklars break down the website snafu of the Orlando Predators and hear Jeff explain why he needs an arsenal of bodyguards, why he likes college baseball, and what his audition process for Saturday Night Live was like. Plus, Jeff plays some music for his Scandinavian fans, the crew Yes And some quick hits, and Dick Vitale calls in to talk about his relationship with Nicole Richie.

You know her from HBO’s Enlightened and Comedy Central’s Drunk History – The gorgeous, hilarious AND edgy actress/improv comedian SARAH BURNS is back to discuss her gothic rebellion, the embarrassment of having a “The Cure” notebook, her recent adventures in Ireland with a sexy professor and more. Enjoy!

Andrew Ti and special guest Matt Braunger finish the week off by discussing having the middle name “Lee” passed down from Robert E. Lee. As always, leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.

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Recorded LIVE from the 16th Annual Del Close Marathon in New York is part 1 of an epic improv4humans featuring an amazing roster of improvisers that include Chad Carter, Seth Morris, Adam Frucci, Tim Martin, Michael Delaney, Shaun Diston, Gavin Speiller, Jeremy Bent, Sean Casey, Craig Rowin, Anthony Atamanuik, Langan Kingsley, and Kassia Miller. Listen as they become puppies who do whatever it takes to get adopted, their honest truth as children in a church is a little too honest, follow a man who is aroused by all things Harry Potter, and much more! Make sure to get the UCB Comedy Improv Manual, Matt Besser’s new comedy album at mattbesser.com, and Dragoon’s new album at dragoongalaxy.bandcamp.com!

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On today’s episode, Andrew and Matt Braunger talk about a caller’s very specific question regarding a racist man’s thoughts on Talking Heads’ “Once in a Lifetime” playing in a bar. Don’t forget to keep leaving us messages by calling (323) 389-RACE.

Everyone’s BFF, Lennon “Bosephus” Parham is on today’s Who Charted with your hosts, “KuKu” Kulap Vilaysack and Howie “Bout Them Apples” Kremer, to talk about Playing House (#renewit), neked Barbies, and the kindness of strangers. Plus, Lennon enlightens us as to what is, and what is not, appropriate to ‘let rain’, what Bosephus’ favorite summah time activity is, and why she loves improv so much. We like the way this episode was raised, and we like the way she came out.

While up in the trees, the gang notices a couple of Bugbears heading their direction. Could they be friendly? Will they the gang stay quiet & let them pass or will they top stab these monsters? Tune in to find out what happens!

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Matt Braunger & Andrew discuss if it’s racist to ask someone about having gold teeth. Be sure to keep leaving us messages at (323) 389-RACE.

Hayes and Sean are pissed about how the new movie Boyhood ripped off their long-time project “Engineer Cody Boy” and they assist a fan that wrote in asking for relationship help. Then, SINBAD is in the studio with his daughter and dog to discuss being taken by aliens, his feelings on selfies, what it was like to invent comedy, and he takes us behind the scenes of “Jingle All the Way”. Finally, the guys talk about their beef with Kel and the Popcorn Gallery asks Sinbad about mustaches, handshakes, death, and more!

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Kyle and David start off the show with an ultimate sing-off show-down. Then, traveling the world can seem like a non-stop glamorous life, but Literary Death Match creator Adrian Todd Zuniga is back in the hatch to talk to the gang about the real effects of long-distance travel, jet lag, love, children, dogs, and much more. Tune in to catch a crazy story about a student trip from Kyle!

Finally, a kids movie that proves the age-old adage that a child’s best friend is a 7-foot-tall scary-ass looking Scottish bear that makes other kids piss their pants.

Join Kevin as he sits down with comic and radio personality Jim Norton (Louie, The Jim Norton Show) as they discuss the Anthony situation, among other topics. Jim chats about the luxury of no boundaries on his Vice show, the beauty of Chip’s abysmal humor, and how many S’s one should use in “STINKS!”

Fantastic comedic actress Tymberlee Hill of HULU’s the Hotwives of Orlando brings the lady energy on today’s Sklarbro County! Tymberlee talks about the many entrepreneurial pursuits of her Hotwives character “Phe Phe,” her influences growing up in Virginia Beach, and why she doesn’t want to get married. Daniel Van Kirk brings us insane stories as always which include a Massachusetts Taco Bell employee shoots a customer with a BB gun during fight about a long wait at drive-thru, a couple arrested after having sex on the roof of a “restaurant” in Delaware, and a Florida man who was chased in a parking lot by a woman waving multiple weapons after he rejected her sexual advances. Plus, Dr. Phil makes his Sklarbro debut for a very interesting conversation.

Make sure to head on over to Netflix to stream The Sklar Brothers’ one hour special “What Are We Talking About” right this very minute and don’t forget to cop the album available on iTunes today!

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The hilarious Matt Braunger & Andrew talk about the Share a Coke promotion having primarily white names. Make sure to leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.

What better way to celebrate the 300th episode of Comedy Bang! Bang! than having a bro down hoedown with Jason Mantzoukas! As Scott & Jason look back at some of their favorite CBB moments, they remember that they never released the conclusion to the Oh, Golly episode. Who is knocking on the studio door? Who will appear to be on the side of Good? Who is behind the side of Evil? Finally, all questions will be answered regarding the battle between Good & Evil in an exciting episode you don’t want to miss!

Have you noticed that all the great series of television’s current renaissance are darker than the devil’s taint with a suntan? You’ve got Game of Thrones, where every likable character dies horribly and sociopathy is cruise control for success. There’s True Detective, a show were any given screengrab would fit in the dictionary alongside the definition of “bleak”. Hell, the critically-acclaimed series with the happiest ending we’ve seen recently was Breaking Bad. What does that say about us?

Cracked editors Jack O’Brien, Dan O’Brien and Michael Swaim asked this question on today’s podcast. Whether you’re looking at television or movies, soul-crushing sadness seems to be the new norm. Your show just won’t draw in a modern audience unless it’s got an antihero. Has something shifted in our culture? Can we blame this on 9/11? Or, has the darkness we used to put in our novels and saddest music just finally bled out into film and TV? Either way, it’s pretty weird that the Coen brothers started their careers mocking nihilists, then went on to make No Country for Old Men, the nihilist … ist film ever made. Throw on your headphones and click play above.

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