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March 12, 2014
After last week’s life changing episode, we check in to see what fate has chosen for our heroes. Spoiler alert: rats are involved.
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March 12, 2014
Peter Atencio & Andrew figure out if Will Smith playing Lucifer in Winter’s Tale is racist. Be sure to keep leaving us messages at (323) 389-RACE.
March 11, 2014
Get pumped as next week is the first of TWO Hulk Hogan flicks and it will not disappoint as no holds are barred! Paul makes some very exciting announcements regarding the show and his life.
March 11, 2014
Michael Delaney, Will Hines, and Anthony King are back to join Matt Besser for another edition of What’s Bothering You? in which they create a new L.A. County seal on this week’s bonus improv4humans. 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!
March 11, 2014
The Professor Blastoff crew start the show off by discussing how much money is a normal amount for a person to take to Vegas and plan an RV camping trip, followed by Aaron’s goodbye and a tale about the dangers of garlic. Then, David’s old friend from Austin’s The Hooligan Show, Doug Mellard comes by to discuss a number of experiences with anxiety including: self-diagnosed AIDs, masturbation, medication, meditation, and panic attacks.
March 11, 2014
Sean and Hayes start the show off by discussing a trend in media lately that they love: rando humor, or comedy that comes out of nowhere! Then, close friend of the show DC PIERSON joins the guys to walk through the evolution of video, share some exclusive tips for what to do when going to auditions, and chat about learning lines, Disneyland, and how to one-up your competition in the waiting room.
March 11, 2014
It’s always great to have some lady energy up in the Sklarbro County and this week doesn’t disappoint as the boys are joined by wonderful writer/comedian Christy Stratton! Christy tells us about her time writing on King of The Hill, how Disney’s Frozen touched her, and where the inspiration for her blog http://likemotherlikehoarder.com/ came from. Daniel Van Kirk also gets us into some crazy stories which include a Florida man’s fake fight against a bear, a Texas man stabbed with a sword from The Legend of Zelda during a domestic dispute, and a 3rd story that combines the first two stories. Later, we hear from D.R. Tuttle aka the man the Sklars met on the plane recently via voicemail.
Catch The Sklar Brothers LIVE at the Comedy Attic in Bloomington, IN on April 10th-12th, at the Moontower Comedy Festival in Austin,TX on April 24th-26th, at the Up Comedy Club in Chicago, IL on May 29th-31st, and at the West Palm Beach Improv in West Palm Beach, FL on June 27th-28th. For tickets go to www.supersklars.com!
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March 11, 2014
Director/writer Peter Atencio (Key & Peele) & Andrew chat about English speakers overdubbing with an accent in films. Make sure to leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.
March 10, 2014
This week’s Comedy Bang Bang was recorded live at the South by Southwest Festival 2014 in Austin, Texas with fan favorite Jonah Ray and soon to be fan favorite Adam Cayton-Holland! Also, The Sheriff of Nottingham makes a harrowing return as he crashes the show the only way a fictional character from the Robin Hood universe can. With style! Bow. Bow. Chicka Chickaaaa.
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March 10, 2014
What is love? Listeners, don’t hurt us — that’s the question Cracked’s married-est editors Jack O’Brien, Soren Bowie and Kristi Harrison set out to answer in today’s podcast. Why does symmetry matter so much when it comes to boning? Are sexy people doomed to lead boring lives? How does kissing save our babies from dying of herpes? Does science back up the song ‘Lady in Red’?
This podcast answers all this and also dares to ask whether crying is good evolution or even better cheating? Throw on your headphones and click play above.
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March 10, 2014
The very hilarious director/writer Peter Atencio (Key & Peele) joins Andrew all this week to answer some racism questions. Today they talk about the W word. Be sure to call us at (323) 389-RACE to ask if anything is racist.
March 7, 2014
Second City Chicago alum & great improviser Dan Bakkedahl of Veep, The Daily Show, and The Heat takes us through the greatest/worst night of his life at the Florida State vs. Auburn game at the Rose Bowl on today’s Sklarbro Country! Dan also tells us about the worst corporate show he did as part of Second City, playing completely opposite characters on HBO’s Veep & FXX’s Legit, and making his own version of SNL at the age of 8. After a round of Quick Hits, we hear what Tom Leykis thinks of the band Pussy Riot. BIG NEWS: Mark your calendars for The Sklar Brothers one hour special “What Are We Talking About” premiering on Netflix Friday, April 25th and available on iTunes Tuesday, April 29th!
Catch The Sklar Brothers LIVE at the Comedy Attic in Bloomington, IN on April 10th-12th, at the Moontower Comedy Festival in Austin,TX on April 24th-26th, at the Up Comedy Club in Chicago, IL on May 29th-31st, and at the West Palm Beach Improv in West Palm Beach, FL on June 27th-28th. For tickets go to www.supersklars.com!
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March 7, 2014
She’s a talented actress you’ve seen all over your television and film screens, and she’s a total riot – the hilarious Gillian Vigman came on and discussed her fascination with gross skin issues (walnut balls, anyone?) Her life as an adrenaline junky, and why yogurt has a whole different meaning to her. Enjoy!
March 7, 2014
It’s time for another excellent episode of Two Charted with your hosts Kulobster and Howard! On this week’s episode, Howard takes us on aural tour of South East Asia, and gives us some great tips about what to do when in Luang Prabang, How and Ku finally get a chance to rant about the Oscars, and Ramhand gets a caaaalllback! Plus, Kulap counts down a listener submitted WOOT CHART and we delve into the Tao of Pooh with Howard. #TeamLizaYall.
March 7, 2014
Andrew Ti and this week’s special return guest Max Silvestri finish the week off by discussing a caller’s question regarding singling out a race for a month such as Black History month. As always, leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.
March 6, 2014
Craig Rowin joins the Matts for another Mission Briefing!
March 6, 2014
This precious episode of improv4humans is jam packed with the cutest improvisers in the universe, Michael Delaney, Will Hines, Anthony King and of course, your host Matt Besser. Tune in to hear about the REAL origins of the show ‘The Walking Dead’, Matt Besser’s rules of driving, farting out babies, and becoming known as the whip cream whippets guy. Watch out for Mr. Sparkles y’all! Check out Improv4humans at SXSW this weekend and 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!
March 6, 2014
A classic episode from the NNF archives: Living the dream with Richard Lewis.
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March 6, 2014
Jake’s good buddy Andy Daly stops by to talk about stumbling upon the UCB in the early 90s in New York, the inspiration behind many of his characters, and how his new Comedy Central show Review (premiering March 6th at 10pm) came about. Do they also chat about The Rockettes, Sha Na Na at Woodstock, and The Monkees? You bet they do! Don’t forget to check out all the videos from this episode are over at youtube.com/TheFogelnestFiles! If you’re in Los Angeles, come join Jake as he presents a midnight 35mm screening of Ladies and Gentleman: The Fabulous Stains on Friday, April 4th at Cinefamily! Go to www.cinefamily.org for tickets.
March 6, 2014
On today’s episode, Andrew and Max Silvestri discuss the history of caricatures. Don’t forget to keep leaving us messages by calling (323) 389-RACE.
March 5, 2014
Adam Scott Aukerman say hello to family, friends, and U2 fans as they dive into U2’s fourth studio album The Unforgettable Fire. They’ll talk about where their little boy selves were at the time of its October 1st 1984 release, the significant event that occurred at 1985‘s Live Aid that made U2 superstars, and what their impressions of the album are today. Plus, they’ll share some of their favorite movie quotes in the return of their podcast “I Love Films.”
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March 5, 2014
March 5, 2014
In Episode 4 of Season 3, Michael and Michael discuss the mystery of Metamorphosis. How does it happen when you can’t see it? Can our spirit truly evolve? Is it possible to be physically changed from a white light? Tune in as Michael & Michael dive into the inner & outer ways we could change as a result of Metamorphosis.
“Topics” features original music by Dan Deacon.
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March 5, 2014
The moment of truth is upon us. We join our heroes as they’re mere moments before a potentially fatal explosion deep within the cavern inhabited by the man rats. How will they prepare for the blast? Will they survive? Is this truly the end? Tune in to find out!
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March 5, 2014
Max Silvestri & Andrew figure out if the term “songwriter” is racist. Be sure to keep leaving us messages at (323) 389-RACE.
March 4, 2014
Join Kevin as he sits down with actor, Curtis Armstrong, (Revenge of the Nerds, New Girl) as they discuss his career spanning over 3 decades. Armstrong chats about not realizing he was creating a catchphrase in Risky Business, recognizing how similar he is to the character of Booger, and Bruce Willis throwing him his own parade.
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March 4, 2014
Michael Delaney, Will Hines, and Anthony King join Matt Besser to discuss what’s more important in improv. Raw talent? Or practice? Hear their thoughts in another edition of Ask the UCB! 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!
March 4, 2014
EP. 145 — Data
Guest Dan Phipps
Dan Phipps, a blastronaut who has a MLIS from UCLA and works at the California Digital Library on the Data Management Plan Tool joins the gang to teach them some facts about how to collect data, what it means, and how to use it get the results you want when it comes to crafting perfect jokes. Also, the group discusses Crock pots, Craigslist, and finally bring back the “scuttleback”.
March 4, 2014
Sean and Hayes address some fan feedback and announce some more Notscar winners. Friend of the show and Guy Code regular JON GABRUS joins the guys to discuss emotions in movies, side chicks, and viral videos. Then, the Popcorn Gallery delves into controversial topics like The Da Vinci Code, the Nerdist podcast, Pellegrino, MTV, and who to avoid at Oscar after-parties.
March 4, 2014
Fantastic standup and The Dork Forest host Jackie Kashian brings the lady energy on today’s Sklarbro County! It’s a big week for Jackie as her new standup special “This Will Make An Excellent Horcrux” is out for digital download on this very day. Jackie tells us about why she’s never really dated, her chaotic family, and what super nerdy tattoo she would have gotten if she had the chance. Daniel Van Kirk also gets us into some of the crazy stories he brought which include a Florida woman who calls 911 for sex, a Chicago couple who refused to pay the fare for a cab they just had sex in, and a Ohio woman who legally changed her name from Sheila to Sexy. Later, Mark Wahlberg stops by to give us a recap of his Oscar night. Download Jackie’s new standup special over at www.allthingscomedy.com!
Catch The Sklar Brothers LIVE at the Comedy Attic in Bloomington, IN on April 10th-12th, at the Moontower Comedy Festival in Austin,TX on April 24th-26th, at the Up Comedy Club in Chicago, IL on May 29th-31st, and at the West Palm Beach Improv in West Palm Beach, FL on June 27th-28th. For tickets go to www.supersklars.com!
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