Adam sits down with his friend, Maria Menounos as they take a stroll down her early days growing up with immigrant parents, the struggles they faced for a better life and her first encounter with the spotlight. She shares her connection with religion and the power of belief and thoughts, plus Adam shares his own theory of the way one lives their lives. They also talk about saying 'yes' to opportunities that present themselves even if you don't see them and Maria tells us how that has gotten her to where she is today. "Better Together with Maria Menounos" is available on Youtube, Facebook, and everywhere you listen to podcasts.

1. Jo Koy (2016) 2. Show opening (2010) 3. Nick Thune (2017) Hosted by Chris Laxamana and Giovanni Giorgio Support the show: Visit 1800Flowers.com and use the code Carolla Visit TommyJohn.com/Classics Visit Geico.com Visit MadisonReedMr.com and use code Adam10 Visit Lifelock.com and use promo code Adam Visit Meater.com and use code Carolla Request clips: Classics@adamcarolla.com TWITTER: https://twitter.com/chrislaxamana INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/chrislaxamana1 https://instagram.com/giovannigiorgio Website: https://www.podcastone.com/carolla-classics Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/carolla-classics/id1454001697?mt=2

Jamie Kennedy is on the show at the top of Part 2. Adam asks him about performing comedy in the COVID quarantine era, and Jamie talks about growing up around Philadelphia, and his path to Hollywood. They also chat about Jamie’s old hidden camera show, performing Shakespeare in ‘Romeo + Juliet’, and the difference between Baz Luhrmann and Bas Rutten. Later, Gina reads news stories about the death of Larry Flynt, more on Bruce Springsteen’s DWI arrest, Chiefs coach Britt Reid’s car accident, and a 90-year-old hero who spent $10k in ads to complain about slow internet speed. As the show wraps up, Adam and Jamie talk about living in North Hollywood, and racist Hustler cartoons. Please support today’s sponsors: Lifelock.com enter ADAM SimplISafe.com/ADAM Geico.com

Adam begins today’s show posing questions about the lyrics in the Shaft theme song. The guys then share Roomba stories, and Producer Chris enters the studio to talk about his wedding still being on hold thanks to COVID. Bald Bryan also talks about taking the family up to the snow this weekend. The guys then respond to Trending Topics about Taylor Swift, drunk Tom Brady, defending Britney Spears, and entries for a new segment called the ‘Cornfield Countdown’. Before the break, Adam rants about cancel culture and China. Please support today’s sponsors: Lifelock.com enter ADAM SimplISafe.com/ADAM Geico.com

David Koechner joins the podcast, and the guys talk about Birthday Cocktail Parties, and their mutual friend Dana Gould. The group then takes listener suggestions to play a round of Made Up Movie, despite some technical difficulties. Later, Gina reads news stories about ‘Gorilla Glue Girl’, the lawyer who couldn’t get rid of a cat filter, and Bruce Springsteen’s recent DWI. As the show wraps up, the guys talk about the realities of self-driving cars, and people who were rescued after being stranded on an island. Please support today’s sponsors: SimpliSafe.com/ADAM Stamps.com enter ADAM Lifelock.com enter ADAM TruNiagen.com enter ADAM Geico.com

As the show opens up, Adam addresses the phrase ‘worry wart’, and tells Bryan and Gina about teaching Sonny to box. Adam then takes listener calls about the Super Bowl being stolen, and discusses the fact that ‘Uppity: The Willy T. Ribbs Story’ continues to make ‘Best Of’ lists, despite being closed out of all the film festivals. They also chat with a caller about retiring after working at a paper mill, and Adam complains about the state of the freeway behind the studio. Before the break, the guys talk with callers about kids playing video games, people who create their own odd identities, and how free education works in other countries. Please support today’s sponsors: SimpliSafe.com/ADAM Stamps.com enter ADAM Lifelock.com enter ADAM TruNiagen.com enter ADAM Geico.com

Nick Thune joins the show at the top of Part 2. The guys talk about his new film, working with David Koechner, and geeking out over Blues Traveler. They also chat about performing comedy in a COVID quarantine world, wanting to get back on the road, and local headliner shows happening in LA. Later, Gina reads news stories about the cause of the Kobe Bryant helicopter crash, more claims against Marilyn Manson, and reactions to the new Britney Spears documentary. The show concludes with a conversation about whether or not it’s a good thing to be rich and famous in 2021. Please support today’s sponsors: SimpliSafe.com/ADAM Lifelock.com enter ADAM BluBlox.com/ACS for 20% off your blue light glasses Geico.com

Adam opens today’s podcast talking about Natalia having a Zoom party with her classmates while their dog Phil was causing his usual chaos in the house. He then rants about schools still being closed in California, and teases that work is beginning on his 6th book. Rob Schneider then calls in to talk with Adam about Texas vs. California during lockdowns, thoughts on the My Pillow guy, and performing with John Cleese. Later they chat about his new movie, working Adam Sandler, and awkward stories about renting pornos. Before hanging up, Adam pitches a movie idea for Rob to star in. Please support today’s sponsors: SimpliSafe.com/ADAM Lifelock.com enter ADAM BluBlox.com/ACS for 20% off your blue light glasses Geico.com

Violet Benson is in studio with Adam at the top of Part 2. Adam asks her about spending time in Russia and Israel before moving to LA at age 14. They also talk about where Violet’s work ethic comes from, how she dealt with bullying in the workplace, and what she’s learned about the game of Chess. Gina then reads news stories about annoying Super Bowl commercials, the latest with Armie Hammer, Hilaria Baldwin, Suzanne Somers, a baby gender reveal catastrophe, and JetBlue’s new luxury redesigns. As the show wraps up, Violent comments on why she doesn’t date, people’s obsession over social media, and the horrifying experience of getting scabies. Please support today’s sponsors: SoloStove.com enter ADAM Lifelock.com enter ADAM Geico.com BluBlox.com/ACS for 20% off your blue light glasses

Today’s show opens with a discussion about this year’s Super Bowl. Adam, Bryan and Gina break down the performances of Tom Brady vs. Patrick Mahomes, and also go through some of the more controversial calls and moments from the big game. Later they talk about how football and the military are similar, and Adam brings up his latest haircut experience. The group also discusses the story of a NY Times writer forced to retire after repeating a racial slur, which leads to a larger conversation about everyone being wished into the cornfield. Before the break, Bald Bryan brings up his favorite ‘Sportsball’ tweets from the past weekend, and the guys go through some of the more memorable Super Bowl commercials. Please support today’s sponsors: SoloStove.com enter ADAM Lifelock.com enter ADAM Geico.com BluBlox.com/ACS for 20% off your blue light glasses

The gang plays an NFL players themed round of “The Rotten Tomatoes Game.” Gina reports on the latest in today’s news including: The death of actor Christopher Plummer, Kansas City Chiefs Assistant Coach Britt Reid involved in a car accident, SNL’s latest skits on Super Bowl ads and cancel culture, a rapper who got a $24 million diamond implanted into his forehead, and Hitler’s toilet seat going up for auction. Thanks for supporting today’s sponsors: Lifelock.com enter ADAM TommyJohn.com/ADAM Geico.com Dodge.com

Adam, Gina, and Bryan chat about their anticipation for The Super Bowl and some of the betting odds. Adam then declares he has moved on from watching The Love Boat to now watching Charlie’s Angels. Listeners call the show about a questionable Queens of the Stone Age bumper sticker, Kim Kardashian, and family crests. Lastly, Kevin Hench calls in to reveal if he, a New England fan, will be rooting for Tom Brady. Thanks for supporting today’s sponsors: Lifelock.com enter ADAM TommyJohn.com/ADAM Geico.com Dodge.com

Today, Adam sits down with attorney duo, Sam Mirejovsky, and Ashley Watkins. Sam shares his upbringing from his parents immigrating from communist Czechoslovakia to his classic cars collection. Adam asks Ashley about her days playing college basketball which leads into a discussion on the lack of competition today. They also talk about the difference between the California and Nevada bars and the current Covid climate where Adam shares his theory on being wished into the cornfield. Sam and Ash can be found on social media and their website, samandashlaw.com.

Highlights from the history of The Adam Carolla Show: 1. Phil Rosenthal (2011) 2. Show opening (2010) 3. Show opening (2011) 4. Rotten Tomatoes Game with Carl Hiaasen (2016) Hosted by Chris Laxamana and Giovanni Giorgio Support the show: Visit 1800Flowers.com and use the code Carolla Visit TommyJohn.com/Classics Visit Geico.com Visit MadisonReedMr.com and use code Adam10 Visit Lifelock.com and use promo code Adam Visit Meater.com and use code Carolla Request clips: Classics@adamcarolla.com TWITTER: https://twitter.com/chrislaxamana INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/chrislaxamana1 https://instagram.com/giovannigiorgio Website: https://www.podcastone.com/carolla-classics Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/carolla-classics/id1454001697?mt=2

At the top of the show, Adam talks to Bryan and Gina about Bill Maher, Van Jones, and what he’s learned about Q-Anon. Jeff Cesario then joins the show, and the guys talk about his upcoming Super Bowl simulcast in character as Chet Waterhouse. The guys also speak with Chet for this week’s Sports Update, and Adam tries a pickled egg on the air. Next up, Adam talks with Pitbull about his upbringing, being a first generation Cuban-American, and why he lives for the American Dream. Later they ask him about whether or not he’ll run for some type of political office, and Pitbull explains why we need better leaders. Before the break, Adam asks Pitbull about becoming co-owner of a NASCAR team. Please support today’s sponsors: Lifelock.com enter ADAM SimpliSafe.com/ADAM Stamps.com enter ADAM Geico.com