Ted Leo joins Jake to chat about his early musical influences, his time with the punk rock band Chisel, and forming The Both with Aimee Mann. He also gives a musician’s commentary for the music video “Bottled Cork,” plays an unreleased record live in the studio, and shares his thoughts on Teddy Bear the Porcupine. Don’t forget to check out all the videos from this episode are over at youtube.com/TheFogelnestFiles! On Thursday, February 6th, Nitehawk Cinema in Brooklyn, New York will screen a 35mm print of Ladies and Gentleman: The Fabulous Stains featuring an introduction and Q&A by with Jake and Natasha Lyonne! Go to www.nitehawkcinema.com for tickets. Also, there will be a LIVE episode of THE FOGELNEST FILES with special guest CHRIS GETHARD on Friday, February 7th at Stage Werx as part of SF Sketchfest! Go to www.sfsketchfest.com for tickets.

Mookie Blaiklock, Fran Gillespie, Joe Hartzler, and Ryan Rosenberg quickly learn that there’s something odd about Happyville, help each other go to the bathroom the correct way, and dine at a restaurant that specializes in placentas on today’s improv5humans with Matt Besser! Plus, we hear how difficult it is to cancel a subscription service in another edition of What’s Bothering You. 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! Humans of San Francisco, there will be a LIVE improv4humans on Sunday, February 9th as part of SF Sketchfest. Go to www.sfsketchfest.com for tickets.

On today’s episode, Andrew and Jared Logan discuss if it’s racist for a white writer to use a black protagonist in their work. Don’t forget to keep leaving us messages by calling (323) 389-RACE.

Doug Benson loves movies, dines with Karen, gets really Doug, and counts down some charts with Howard & Kulap! Doug chats about the Grammys, Hayley Williams, and Weezer cruises while counting down Billboard’s Top 5 Hot Dance Electric Songs. Then, we find out which movies should be saved for a plane, if Doug has seen all of the current Top 5 box office movies, and an interesting fact about 12 Years a Slave during the Movie Chart. Plus, Doug tells us all about Doug’s Movie A Day as he answers your Twitter questions!

As they continue through the underground passages, our heroes discover that the tunnels are infested with man rats and a battle ensues.

Today Jared Logan and Andrew talk all about the Vatican and process of choosing a new pope. Be sure to keep leaving us messages at (323) 389-RACE.

Join Kevin as he sits down with television legend, Larry David (Seinfeld, Curb Your Enthusiasm) as they chat about creating two of the most memorable sitcoms. Learn of Larry’s disdain for the phrase “happy new year,” how he warned Woody Allen that he is going to be a horrible leading man, and how one can quit their job on Friday to return on Monday like it never happened.

If you loved the game, you might hate this movie. Put Your Hands Together/Wham Bam Pow host Cameron Esposito joins Paul, June, and Jason to talk all about MORTAL KOMBAT.

Sean and Hayes are back from the Sundance Film Festival to share their Top Picks for this year’s Breakout Artist. Then, Sean’s protégé DOMINIC DIERKES joins the boys to discuss the ins and outs of his infamous Fart Gun sketch, make each other feel old, and speak on why there is no white history month as they reach into the Popcorn Gallery.

There are hugs galore on this week’s episode of Professor Blastoff! Veteran TV/Film Manager, Producer, and Podcaster Barry Katz joins Tig, David, and Kyle to chat about creating comedy consistently, how a comedian will ultimately catch a big break, and why huggable & lovable can almost always help a comedian to crossover to TV and Film. Plus, the gang plays a game of What Did Kyle Forget!

Jeff Hiller, Jon Gabrus, and Mike Still return to talk about childhood rumors and learn a couple of things about fetal pigs on today’s bonus episode of improv4humans with Matt Besser. You can now get the UCB Comedy Improv Manual, Matt Besser’s new comedy album at mattbesser.com, and Dragoon’s new album at dragoongalaxy.bandcamp.com! Humans of San Francisco, there will be a LIVE improv4humans on Sunday, February 9th as part of SF Sketchfest. Go to www.sfsketchfest.com for tickets.

One of the best improvisers in the country, wonderful stand up-comedian, and host of the Long Shot podcast, Sean Conroy joins the County boys in the front seat on this week’s Sklarbro County! Sean, Randy, Jason, and Daniel Van Kirk dive into some insane stories that include a 56 year old paperboy who takes an unexpected ride, an intoxicated man who rides a horse with an unknown toddler, and a Florida man who goes on a Walmart rampage. Then, we hear Mark Wahlberg’s reaction to the Wahlburgers reality show in another edition of the Weekly Wahlberg. Make sure to head over to www.seanconroy.com to download Sean’s new stand-up album “Pleasure Is My Business” for free. Don’t forget to get your tickets for the Sklar Bros one-hour special tapings at the Majestic Theatre in Madison, WI.

Stand up comedian/humorist Jared Logan & Andrew discuss the media’s portrayal of rape in India. Make sure to leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.

Hee Hee’s back! While waiting for fan favorite Jerrod Carmichael to show up, head writer/executive producer of the Comedy Bang! Bang! TV show & G.O.A.T. freestyle rapper Neil Campbell stops by along with the return of a reincarnated Michael Jackson from Hell. They’ll discuss Men In Black, Captain EO, and a brand new MJ tour right before playing a phenomenal game of Would You Rather. Hee! Hee!

Dan O’Brien, Michael Swaim and Cody Johnston just finished filming their own take on the ‘Star Wars’ universe. This week they sat down with Jack O’Brien and came up with some advice for how Disney might unfuck the series. Lightsaber shields and arrows! A Boba Fett / Han Solo anti-buddy cop movie! Spike Lee directing a goddamn ‘Star Wars’ sequel!

All these ideas are better than watching a 108-year-old Harrison Ford pretend to be a scruffy nerf-herder. You can hear them all now if you throw on your headphones and click play.

Stand up comedian and humorist Jared Logan joins Andrew all this week to answer some racism questions. Today they answer a listener’s question regarding black people’s like of the Star Wars franchise. Be sure to call us at (323) 389-RACE to ask if anything is racist.

Filmmaker, co-host of MTV’s Catfish, and silver haired fox Max Joseph makes his podcast debut on today’s Sklarbro Country! Max discusses how his friend Nev became the subject of the film Catfish, following a washed up comedian from the 70s who decides to take another shot at fame after being let go by the SAAB dealership that employed him in his documentary SAAB Story, and his thoughts on the Manti Te’o Catfish story. Later, we hear a special sketch written by Rob Kutner and starring Randy & Jason entitled “The State of the Union” from 2776, an upcoming album uniting comedians and musicians to tell the story of the past, present and apocalyptic future of America. Check out the new release, “I’m Cured,” featuring Aimee Mann, David Wain and Dave Foley on Feb 4 at 2776.us, or live premieres at The Meltdown With Jonah and Kumail (LA 1/29) and Night Train With Wyatt Cenac  (NYC 2/3). Go to www.maxjoseph.com to check out all of Max’s work and don’t forget to get your tickets for the Sklar Bros one-hour special tapings at the Majestic Theatre in Madison, WI at www.majesticmadison.com

He’s a radio personality (98.7) stand up comedian, storyteller, and he co-owns a successful indie record label – punk detective JOE SIB came on and discussed reluctant freedom as a young teen, being a father now, and why a recent hotel room experience rocked his world. Enjoy!

Tie the week off the right way with Ku-Ku & How How! We get a history lesson on the subject of Witch cakes from Howard as he counts down his Wieek That Was and Kulap tells us all about TV & movies she’s been checking out during her Thank God For Netflix & Hulu Plus Chart. And HOLY MAYOR LARRY VAUGHN, a chartist gives Howard a very special GIFT!

Andrew Ti and this week’s special/returning guest Jane Marie finish the week off by discussing if the Olympics are racist. As always, leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.

Jeff Hiller, Jon Gabrus, and Mike Still follow the journey of a man with meaty meaty hands, reveal their inner monologues when pressure arises, and see if the greatest directors can answer simple questions on this week’s improv4humans with Matt Besser! Plus, we see what might happen if airlines allow cellphone usage in another edition of What’s Bothering You. You can now get the UCB Comedy Improv Manual, Matt Besser’s new comedy album at mattbesser.com, and Dragoon’s new album at dragoongalaxy.bandcamp.com! Humans of San Francisco, there will be a LIVE improv4humans on Sunday, February 9th as part of SF Sketchfest. Go to www.sfsketchfest.com for tickets.

Stand-up comedian, sketch performer, and Jake’s good buddy Jake Weisman stops by to have some fun on this week’s ep of THE FOGELNEST FILES! Jake & Jake chat about the empowering/hilarious word “bitch,” why improv needs to be mocked more, and how Scientology is the greatest con in the world. As always, all the videos from this episode are over at youtube.com/TheFogelnestFiles! On Thursday, February 6th, Nitehawk Cinema in Brooklyn, New York will screen a 35mm print of Ladies and Gentleman: The Fabulous Stains featuring an introduction and Q&A by Jake in the flesh! Go to www.nitehawkcinema.com for tickets. Also, there will be a LIVE episode of THE FOGELNEST FILES with special guest CHRIS GETHARD on Friday, February 7th at Stage Werx as part of SF Sketchfest! Go to www.sfsketchfest.com for tickets.

On today’s episode, Andrew and Jane Marie discuss the marketing term “urbane.” Don’t forget to keep leaving us messages by calling (323) 389-RACE.

SNL alum and CBB regular Horatio Sanz joins Ku-Ku and How How for a real love fest on today’s Who Charted! They chat about Drake on SNL, new year’s resolutions, and being tough in the city while counting down Billboard’s Pop Music Chart. Later, Horatio explains why he’s given up on animation during the Movie Chart. Plus, we hear how Horatio discovered improv and what made him want to start as he answers your Twitter questions!

Our heroes take a shortcut to Glinishmore through some tunnels with the help of their trusty guide Trondoor. Expect some good Bruce Willis impressions.

Today Jane Marie and Andrew talk about a caller’s Conservative co-worker’s stance on taxes in Sweden. Be sure to keep leaving us messages at (323) 389-RACE.

Once again we’re watching a movie based on a video game next week with the greatly overlooked 1995 film MORTAL KOMBAT.

Tiny calves, the wig, and beach poop are back! After they try to break a tongue twister world record, they welcome host of Literary Death Match Adrian Todd Zuniga to tell us about how Literary Death Match works, the meaning of brain float, and his new goal of memorizing a poem every month for the rest of his life. Plus, Adrian gets some writing advice from Yo, Teach himself. YES! YES! YES!

Sean and Hayes quickly dig into some blind items as they name names and Draw the Blinds Up on Hollywood’s biggest stars. Then new media celeb GRACE HELBIG drops by to give listeners some tips on how to create a presence online and explain how vlogging on YouTube is very different than Saved by the Bell. Finally, Grace tells us which A-List Hollywood celebs she would most like to see fail as she reaches into the Popcorn Gallery.