The iconic Julie Brown comes by the studio and drops knowledge about MTV, comedy songs, and how to handle crotchety game show hosts on this edition of THE FOGELNEST FILES! Jake talks to her about what it was like to be on a game-changing episode of Laverne and Shirley, how she got MTV to come west, and her wonderful work in Earth Girls Are Easy. Things get crazy as they also discuss the menace of Chuck Woolery and the increasing battiness of Victoria Jackson. Plus, some great clips of Julie’s music like “The Homecoming Queen’s Got A Gun,” Weird Al Yankovic on Just Say Julie, and the unreleased pilot for “Julie Brown – The Show.”

Today in Sklarbro prairie comes the awesome Cash Levy (from the podcast Cashing In With TJ Miller). He talks about his propensity for catching foul balls, sneaking into the Super Bowl, and how to get into any gym in the world. Dan Van Kirk tells us crazy stories about a guy outsourcing the police to clear out his party, the worst toy ever invented, and arguing in public using a jeep truck. Then Alan Arkin calls in and clears up how he gets his mushrooms. Christmas comes early this year on the calming shores of Sklarbro County. It’s fresher than Kentucky Rain.

Sean and Hayes put on their podcast hats as they reveal some upcoming challenges on the upcoming episodes of “Top Chef.” The two of them recap “The Challenge” with a game of That’s Not What’s Happening, talk about the Top (Secret) Chef e-mail they received, and keep a keen eye on the products used on “The Voice” and “Shark Tank.” Fighting expert Dominic Dierkes drops by to turn the tide on the ratings for “The Ultimate Fighter” and weighs in on which judges from “The Voice” and “The X Factor” would win in an all out brawl.

David and Aaron reunite with Tig and Kyle in the East Coast hatch and welcome expert voter Wyatt Cenac for a discussion about elections! After a whisper meeting they talk about what the steps are to getting elected, the importance of debates today, and how personality is a major part of the presidency. Also, Abraham Lincoln, Elmo, and Bill Cosby stop by to weigh in on some debate topics!

Andrew Ti and guest Kulap Vilaysack field a question from possibly the most genial caller.  We discuss the merits of baseball, and more importantly, cheesesteak.

It’s time to once again revisit the world of Twilight with Breaking Dawn Pt. 2, but first Paul takes a second look at Dolph Lundgren, killer clowns, and the show’s theme song with a new segment called Corrections and Omissions. Also, Paul answers some viewer mail regarding Christmas movies, a new name for Black Friday, and Thanksgiving desserts. Tickets are still available for the 10pm How Did This Get Made? LIVE show from The Bell House in New York, keep submitting new logos for the show, and come out to Paul’s 4th Annual Sexy Christmas Spectacular Dec. 10th at Largo!

Academy Award-winner Nat Faxon reveals his most secret pain on today’s Comedy Bang Bang! Special co-host/DJ Forsythia drops by to bring up listenership to her late night radio show, lifts spirits by playing some of her favorite songs, and tells us about the struggles of becoming a woman at the age of 14. Also, Nat describes the premise of the show Ben and Kate, shares the truth behind Hall & Oates’ “I Can’t Go For That,” and talks about his pet collection. Plus, Forsythia has something to tell her mother during a game of Would You Rather?

Nashville based artist and producer Charlie Peacock sits down to chat about his musical influences on this week’s Shortwave. Charlie talks about living in a former church, how he started working with The Civil Wars, and drops some knowledge about peaches. Also, Charlie tells us about working with Marc Ribot & Ravi Coltrane, describes the pain that comes with producing a record for himself, and explains how technology has drastically changed the process of recording music. Plus, Sam Ashworth and Ruby Amanfu join Charlie to play some live songs from his latest album, “No Man’s Land.”

Join host Andrew Ti and very special guest Kulap Vilaysack, of Who Charted fame, as they decide whether or not the term ‘Jap’ is racist.  If you want to know if something is racist, call in at (323) 389-RACE today!

Figure out how to help your ideas travel on today’s episode of Seth Godin’s Startup School. Seth talks about how getting rejected early is helpful, the sale cycle, and Bob Lefsetz’s email newsletter.

Creator of The Shield, showrunner for The Unit, created The Chicago Code

Need a boost for this weekend? We get a ‘lil Sklarbitration as a football fan tries to stop the Buffalo Bills from texting him. Then Dave Attell comes by the calming shores and the guys talk one-legged streakers, Lance Armstrong, and how much involvement Dave has in his show Dave’s Old Porn. Randy & Jason talk New York and tell Dave their favorite Dave Attell joke. It’s a rip-roaring bacchanal. And back by popular demand is Sam Elliot. He joins the guys and gives us his Thanksgiving slogans. Enjoy! And make sure to check out Partners on Monday on CBS!

Who is newly betrothed and the host of The Moth? This week’s guest, the wonderful Brian Finkelstein! He shares with us his wedding deets, what it’s like being the second favorite son, and we all discuss the one thing we have in common even though he’s never been there: Montana. Enjoy!

Yo, what up race cars! Today’s special guest Jay Caspian Kang sits down with Andrew to talk about Johnny Depp’s portrayal of Tonto in the upcoming film The Lone Ranger.  Call 323 389 RACE to let us know about other racist depictions in Hollywood history and  ask us a question about whether or not something is racist.

We’re making smoothies Dragon style on this week’s SMOOTH CHARTED! Howard gives us a look behind his smoothie making ritual, countdown his Top 5 Songs That Have Nothing To Do With Smoothies, and says the most controversial thing about the Insane Clown Posse. Liquefy, pulse, and enjoy!

Charlie Sanders, Eugene Cordero, and Jon Gabrus join Matt Besser to improvise scenes inspired by Eric the formerly paid Intern’s Man on the Street Interviews with some very intimidating voters. They will explore topics such as fast paced game shows, the Russian government, and political commercials. Will you enjoy this episode? Why or why not? Let us know! Be sure to pick up an improv4humans shirt from the Earwolf Store and follow @MattBesser on Twitter to send in your improv suggestions. Music by Bobby Matthews and Dragoon.

Yo, what up race cars! Jay Caspian Kang joins Andrew today to discuss becoming police officers and the racism in the police department. Call 323 389 RACE to give us your opinion on cops and leave us a question.

Join Jeff and special musical guest/co-host Eban Schletter as they delve into the world of fatherhood. Many topics are discussed including gender norms, the “other n-word,” and environmental activism.  Also, Schletter gives Jeff advice about what to expect from older children and we get to hear some hilarious songs written and performed by Schletter! This episode is fairy-princess worthy!

American treasure Todd Glass shows off his new tattoo on today’s Who Charted! We learn which songs make Todd cry, the story behind his silly dance parties, and why he defends Justin Bieber to his mom during Dusted’s Top 5 Alternative Albums Chart. Todd tells us why he doesn’t see a lot of movies, explains why not smiling when making eye contact with a performer makes you a bully, and the importance of checking in early at an airport with the Movie Chart. Plus, we hear about the early days of Todd’s stand up career with the help of Hermes the Chart Goose!

Yo, what up race cars! This week’s guest Jay Caspian Kang figures out if labeling a grocery store aisle as Asian Food is racist or not. Call 323 389 RACE to give us a better solution to organizing grocery stores and to ask us a question.

Imagine Dirty Harry but more violent and with robots. Our two special guests Brian Posehn and Rhett Miller joined us to talk about Cobra on this week’s How Did This Get Made? LIVE at Bumbershoot! We discuss everything from Stallone’s obsession with food, the modeling shoot music video, and the New Order’s decision to attack in bright daylight. That’s not all, we also open it up to questions and hear about Jason’s childhood fear of killer clowns. Feel the heat!

Actor, singer, and nice young man Matt Bennett stops by to talk about stuff that teenagers love on today’s episode of THE FOGELNEST FILES! Matt tells us about some of the ways he influences his younger fan base, how he started working with Dan Schneider on the Nickelodeon show Victorious, and the best piece of fan mail he’s ever received. Matt & Jake look at some clips from the world of teenagers such as; the Sprout of a New Generation Beatles’ fan interview, Mike Nesmith & Frank Zappa on The Monkees, and The Fonz and the Happy Gang cartoon.

We are back in the Earwolf studios today with very special St. Louis guest comedian Tommy Johnagin! Tommy tells us about losing his voice while watching the 2011 St. Louis Cardinals World Series game, how his time on Last Comic Standing helped his career, and explaining that long distance no longer exists to his mother. Dan Van Kirk brings us some crazy stories involving a Florida Man being jailed after singing “I ain’t going back to jail,” Jeremy Roenick wanting to fight a Twitter follower for charity but needing legal advice before doing so, and Former Playboy triplets arrested in a massive strip club brawl. Plus, we get an update on Donnie’s house with today’s Weekly Wahlberg.

Yo, what up race cars! Today’s guest Jay Caspian Kang talks to Andrew about racist pop radio stations that exclude playing rap music. Call 323 389 RACE to confirm these radio stations exist and to leave a question.

Sean and Hayes discuss why hosts should be fans of their shows as they go over this week’s events in competition shows. They help us figure out who will stay and go on “Top Chef” with a game of You Just Got Kicked Off The Show, try to change the game of the show “The Amazing Race” with a segment called One Wish, and get into some of their favorite moments of “The Challenge” with a segment called The Highlight Real. Lily Elise tells us about what she learned from her time on the first season of “The Voice” and judges a battleround between Sean and Hayes to K-Ci & JoJo.

Recover from a long day with today’s episode of Professor Blastoff! David shares a story of recovery from his youth and Tig & Kyle call in from New York to tell us how they recovered from Hurricane Sandy. Plus, we talk about sometimes having to make little kitten lies and the importance of being honest. Be sure to get your tickets for our first LIVE show November 17th in New York at The Bell House!

The man. The myth. The slapper of basses. Flea of the Red Hot Chili Peppers sits down to chat with Har Mar on this week’s Nocturnal Emotions! Flea recalls some embarrassing moments from his childhood such as being told he soiled his pants by his Kindergarten teacher and having his shorts fall off while jumping on a trampoline in P.E. Flea also gets real about a past relationship, reminisces about the time he & Har Mar bungee jumped off the tallest building in New Zealand, and talks about growing up with a Jazz musician step-father. Plus, Flea shows off his improvisational skills during Let’s Create A Show!

Fellow podcasters and first timers Julie Klausner and Jake Fogelnest are here on today’s Comedy Bang Bang! Jake & Julie recall the first time they met, each describe their podcasts “The Fogelnest Files” and “How Was Your Week” respectively, and share their love of BuzzFeed’s Katie Notopoulos. Garry Marshall returns to reveal his secret name, tell us about his new family sitcom based on The Trachtenburg Family Slideshow Players, and plays a game of Would You Rather? You will hear tales of Garry’s past and we’ll finally answer the age old question as to if there is indeed a Scope brand toothpaste.

Yo, what up race cars! Grantland writer Jay Caspian Kang joins Andrew today to figure out what exactly Asian voice is. Call 323 389 RACE to ask a question about anything regarding race and accents.

Seth answers questions from the group regarding advertising on this week’s episode of Seth Godin’s Startup School. Seth discusses false objection, dealing with competitors in the marketplace, and taking the marshmallow.