Chris Laxamana and Superfan Giovanni wish you a safe and happy Memorial day with a new episode of Carolla Classics. The Adam Carolla Show returns tomorrow! 1. Hal Linden (2016) 2. R. Lee Ermey (2016) 3. Rob Riggle (2018) Please support today’s sponsors: Klaviyo.com/ADAM CalderaLab.com/ADAM Lifelock.com, enter ADAM JBWeld.com Geico.com PlutoTV Hosted by Chris Laxamana and Giovanni Giorgio Request clips: Classics@adamcarolla.com TWITTER: https://twitter.com/chrislaxamana INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/chrislaxamana1 https://twitter.com/giovannigiorgio Website: https://www.podcastone.com/carolla-classics Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/carolla-classics/id1454001697?mt=2

Today, Adam is joined by Netflix co-creator and original CEO, Marc Randolph. Marc shares a bit of his upbringing, how his father influenced his life and they dive into the origins of the company that would eventually dethrone the video-rental giant. Adam shares his start in podcasting and dipping his foot into a non-existent world at the time. Marc shares entrepreneurial tips from taking the idea out of your mind and putting it into action, to how pitching new ideas can be molded into the ultimate goal. Marc Randolph's podcast, "That Will Never Work" is available everywhere you listen to podcasts.

Highlights from the history of The Adam Carolla Show: 1. Larry Miller Hypothetical Road Trip (2010) 2. Ali Wong in studio (2016) 3. Sean Gunn (2017) Hosted by Chris Laxamana and Giovanni Giorgio Request clips: Classics@adamcarolla.com TWITTER: https://twitter.com/chrislaxamana INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/chrislaxamana1 https://twitter.com/giovannigiorgio Website: https://www.podcastone.com/carolla-classics Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/carolla-classics/id1454001697?mt=2

Director Brad Furman is on the line at the top of Part 2. Adam chats with him about the story behind his new film that stars Johnny Depp and Forest Whitaker, about the unsolved murders of Tupac and Biggie. Later Bryan asks Brad about why the film’s release was delayed for so long, and they talk more about working with Johnny Depp, what his next big projects are, and growing up playing basketball with Kobe Bryant. In the last part of the show, Gina reads news stories about the latest ‘Karen’ activity, a lawsuit against Mayor Laurie Lightfoot, Matthew Perry quitting Cameo, and Kelly Clarkson taking over for Ellen DeGeneres. Please support today’s sponsors: CreditKarma.com/WinMoney ZipRecruiter.com/ADAM Hyundai.com HumbleCBD.com enter ADAM Meguiars.com BlindsGalore.com let them know ADAM sent you Geico.com PlutoTV

Today’s pod opens with everyone sharing stories from their 21st birthdays. Adam then opens a birthday present that Gina got him, which leads to a conversation about her penmanship. They also talk about Matthew Perry’s emergency dental surgery, old school celebrity racing videos, and a surprise Happy Birthday Cameo just for Adam. From there guys chat about KTEL informercials, Willy T. Ribbs returning to the race track, and James Dean’s transaxle going up for auction. Before the break, the guys take calls for a round of ‘Who The F Sells This S’. Please support today’s sponsors: CreditKarma.com/WinMoney ZipRecruiter.com/ADAM Hyundai.com HumbleCBD.com enter ADAM Meguiars.com BlindsGalore.com let them know ADAM sent you Geico.com PlutoTV

Adam welcomes KSI to the podcast at the top of Part 2, and he asks him about going from gaming to boxing, to now making music. KSI also talks about the importance of saying yes to opportunities that come your way, and his experience fighting Logan Paul. Later they discuss how England is handling COVID at live venues, thoughts on cryptocurrency, and why KSI is such a curious person. In the last part of the show, Gina reads news stories about Matthew Perry, a Southwest flight fight, a 2-year-old accepted into Mensa, racism in math, and a potential recipe for sustainable building products. Please support today’s sponsors: Taser.com enter ADAM Stamps.com enter ADAM XchairADAM.com Geico.com Hyundai.com

At the top of the show, Gina shows off a super creepy vintage TV commercial she recently came across. The guys then listen to a clip of Mr. Birchum actually going in the studio at KROQ as opposed to over the phone. Adam also shares his thoughts on the Chandra Levy disappearance, as well as the origins of the Coronavirus. Later they talk about the NBA Playoffs, and the guys take listener calls about James Garner, wokeness in the workplace, getting in trouble for throwing a ‘wifebeater party’, and life in Norway. Please support today’s sponsors: Taser.com enter ADAM Stamps.com enter ADAM XchairADAM.com Geico.com Hyundai.com

SNL writer Hugh Fink joins the podcast at the top of Part 2. The guys continue the conversation about how food culture has changed over the years, and then Adam asks Hugh about his early days writing for Saturday Night Live. Hugh shares some behind the scenes stories of writing sketches and opening monologues, and the guys complain about bureaucracy getting in the way of comedy. Later, Hugh brings up some of his favorite SNL sketches, and the guys break down Quentin Tarantino’s bizarre on-stage singing, as well as some other weird ‘comedy’ performances. In the last part of the show, the guys watch a couple of classic Man Show sketches, and Gina reads news stories about Simone Biles, public schools reopening in the Fall, Lindsay Lohan, a new Willy Wonka prequel, and a drug dealer caught after showing off cheese. Please support today’s sponsors: Hyundai.com AllBirds.com ScottsCheapFlights.com/ADAM Bambee.com/ADAM Geico.com PlutoTV

Adam begins today’s show with some brief thoughts on the Israel / Palestine conflict. The guys then listen to a couple more classic Mr. Birchum call from the KROQ days, and Adam recalls the day he got arrested. Producer Chris then enters the studio with Trending Topics, including a massive party that broke out at ‘Adrian’s Kickback’, a WNBA Coach fined and suspending after an ‘offensive’ comment, and the overseas release of Fast & Furious 9. Gina also gives an update on her wedding planning, and Chris reads a couple more trending stories about apologizing actors, and ‘The Linda Lindas’. Before the break, Adam recalls his days of dumpster diving. Please support today’s sponsors: Hyundai.com AllBirds.com ScottsCheapFlights.com/ADAM Bambee.com/ADAM Geico.com PlutoTV

Adam welcomes John Hiatt and Jerry Douglas to the podcast at the top of Part 2. The guys talk about how KROQ first introduced Adam to John’s music, and they also chat about John’s days living in Topanga Canyon and growing to love country music. Later, Adam asks John for the true story behind ‘The Night That Kenny Died’, and he wonders how the recent shutdown has impacted the way everyone feels about performing live. In the last part of the show, Gina reads news stories about the rise of antisemitism, more arguing on The View, Elliot Page posting his first shirtless picture, the return of Kevin Spacey, Danny Masterson standing trial, and finally, the return of ‘Bennifer’. Please support today’s sponsors: Hyundai.com OwlCam.com/CAROLLA enter CAROLLA20 Lifelock.com enter ADAM Apartments.com Geico.com PlutoTV

At the top of the show, Adam shares his love of John Hiatt’s music to Bryan and Gina. Adam also complains about people who don’t follow instructions, increased gas prices, and Asians not being considered minorities. Bryan and Gina also talk about how much they loved performing live again, and Adam takes listener calls about helicopter auto-rotations, the answer to terrible airplane meals, why the media keeps playing politics, and why people stopped focusing on building things with their hands. Before the break, Adam takes a couple more calls about staying positive in our crazy world, and thoughts on the people who want to cancel Dr. Drew. Please support today’s sponsors: Hyundai.com OwlCam.com/CAROLLA enter CAROLLA20 Lifelock.com enter ADAM Apartments.com Geico.com PlutoTV

Adam, Gina and Bryan perform live in Los Angeles at Jam in the Van’s outdoor venue speakeasy. They welcome Woody from ‘The Woody Show’ to play a questions-themed round of The Rotten Tomatoes Game. The gang also chats about morning radio schedules, amusement park seats, and first class lounges. Later, Woody pulls ping pong balls for a spirited round of Adam Carolla is Unprepared.

Adam sits down with author Scott McEwen, co-author of the American Sniper autobiography of the most lethal sniper in U.S Military history, which the movie by the same name was based on. Scott shares his upbringing in the mountain of Eastern Oregon and his friendship with Chris Kyle. Scott shares his knowledge on the Navy SEALs and also shares some of their most dangerous missions. They also talk about the making of the film and they share thoughts on where the movie industry is in today's modern society. Scott's newest book "Hell Week and Beyond: The Making of a Navy SEAL" is available now on Amazon and all major bookstores.

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Adam welcomes Yannis Pappas in studio at the top of Part 2. The guys start the conversation chatting about wedding gifts, playing the ‘marriage stock market’, and Yannis’ experience getting shot. They also discuss Yannis’ brother who has special needs, The Man Show’s ‘Wheel of Destiny’, and getting struck by lightning. Later, Gina reads news stories about the Friends reunion, Demi Lovato changing her pronouns, and a DJ quitting his show after being told he couldn’t joke about Demi. As the show wraps up, the guys talk about an episode of Law and Order that helped thwart a kidnapping, and a video of three kids accidently sparking a massive explosion. Please support today’s sponsors: SimpliSafe.com/ADAM Stamps.com enter ADAM Meguiars.com JBweld.com - World's Strongest Bond PlutoTV Geico.com Lifelock.com enter ADAM