Adam opens the show excited for his man-date to see Drive Angry with Bill Simmons. Adam also talks about being frustrated at parents who support their children, and gets a few jabs in toward Alison and Bill. Alison then opens the news with Dr. Drew doing an impression of Adam.
Also in the news is the official announcement that Charlie Sheen has been fired from Two and a Half Men. They also talk about the feud between Sarah Palin and Kathy Griffin, and the story of a guy who assaulted his mother-in-law in a fold-out couch. The guys also listen to a section of Adam’s book, where Adam rants about the hair in MASH.
Tonight’s guest is Michael Showalter. The guys talk about his old sketch group, The State, which did a skit about Adam’s (and the show’s) agent, Babydoll Dixon. The guys watch the clip, and also chat about Michael’s new book, ‘Mr. Funny Pants.’
Next up is a few rounds of Made Up Movie, followed by a discussion of the day Adam found out about Bald Bryan’s brain tumor. Adam also talks to Michael about being a bitter person, and how to channel that energy into something not negative. Wrapping up the show, the guys chat about handsome movie stars that pop out less attractive children.
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Executive Producer: Donny Misraje
Producer: Mike Lynch
Producer: Mike Dawson
Audio/Voice Over: Mike Dawson
Newsgirl: Alison Rosen
Sound Effects: Bryan Bishop
Associate Producer: Katie Levine
Technical Director: Logan Moy
Search: Chris Laxamana
Show Summary: Matt Fondiler
Adam returns to the studio fresh off a weekend on the road. He goes into a rant about the disgruntled TSA officers, and questions why his first class ticket doesn’t buy him a little extra courtesy. He also talks about an airport celebrity sighting, and jokes about a TSA poster he saw leaving Miami.
Dr. Bruce (aka Dr. Spazz) joins the program and talks with the group about the dangers of cocaine. They talk a bit about the amount Charlie Sheen claims to have taken, and Dr. Bruce attempts to diagnose his mental state. Adam also rants about Martin Sheen’s stance on nuclear power plants.
Jumping into the news, Alison adds more the discussion of Charlie Sheen. She had an exclusive interview with the producers of his new Ustream show, and the guys watch clips from his first episode. Before Dr. Bruce heads out, he talks to Adam about the realities of baby helmets.
Producer Peter Guber joins the show next. Adam talks to him about how he gets his motor to work so much and if he was always like that. Peter also discusses his relationship with his family, and how he broke into the industry. The guys also chat about his book, which chronicles some of the lessons he’s learned in the industry over the past 35+ years.
In the last section of the show, Adam pitches his new basketball movie idea. Peter also finds out what inspires Adam to make this particular story come to life, and the guys share their love of basketball and the film Breaking Away. Wrapping things up, Peter explains to Alison how he ultimately became better at telling to win.
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Executive Producer: Donny Misraje
Producer: Mike Lynch
Producer: Mike Dawson
Audio/Voice Over: Mike Dawson
Newsgirl: Alison Rosen
Sound Effects: Bryan Bishop
Associate Producer: Katie Levine
Technical Director: Logan Moy
Search: Chris Laxamana
Show Summary: Matt Fondiler
Adam chats with Jerry about how he deals with raising twins. Jerry compliments Adam on his book, and the guys trade stories about getting free shit and having it collect in the car. Jerry also talks about being the fat kid and how he eventually lost the weight. It reminds Adam of his Pop Warner days, and growing up obsessed with food.
Next, Adam and Jerry share their love of Trader Joes, and Jerry explains how it helped save his wedding. The guys then go on a rant about over-expensive lotions and why Adam never uses shampoo.
After a quick break, the guys discuss weird pizza toppings and the foods not allowed in the O’Connell household. Adam also gives some fitness advice and talks with Jerry about the whole new world of podcasting. There’s also some talk about Jerry’s debut performance in the film Stand By Me, and the guys wrap the show talking about working in the industry and staying motivated.
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Executive Producer: Donny Misraje
Producer: Mike Lynch
Producer: Mike Dawson
Audio/Voice Over: Mike Dawson
Associate Producer: Katie Levine
Technical Director: Logan Moy
Search/Audio Show Build: Chris Laxamana
Show Summary: Matt Fondiler
Adam opens the show with a complaint about the hipster on his flight to Dallas. Mike Lynch chimes in and Adam teases him about his luggage tags. Alison also talks about a dream she had that Adam was in, and everyone checks in with Blastergirl, still live in Israel.
In the news today, the Supreme Court said the 1st amendment would allow for the Westboro Baptist Church to protest funerals. They also hear the latest from Charlie Sheen, and Alison reveals a study about how bladder levels can affect your decision-making skills.
After a round of Know Your SH, Adam brings in tonight’s guests: Nick Santora and Dan Dratch. Nick and Dan talk about how they met, and Dan and Adam reflect on their writer’s room days on The Man Show. The guys also talk about the new series Breakout Kings, and discuss the show’s history.
In the last segment of the show, the group watches a couple old clips from The Man Show that Dan wrote, and listen to a couple tracks from Josh Gardner’s soon-to-be-released album, Mr. Stinkfinger.
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Executive Producer: Donny Misraje
Producer: Mike Lynch
Producer: Mike Dawson
Audio/Voice Over: Mike Dawson
Newsgirl: Alison Rosen
Sound Effects: Bryan Bishop
Associate Producer: Katie Levine
Technical Director: Logan Moy
Search/Audio Show Build: Chris Laxamana
Show Summary: Matt Fondiler
Adam opens the show discussing his day in court trying to take care of a fix-it ticket. He also welcomes Larry Miller to the show, who offers his thoughts on Kim Kardashian and eating food off a chick. After that, the guys check back in with Blaster Girl, reporting live from Israel.
After discussing the continued trouble in the Middle East, the group watches a clip from the latest Charlie Sheen antics. In this case, a tour of ‘Sober Valley Lodge,’ along with Charlie’s live-in ‘goddesses.’ They also listen to an exclusive clip from The Film Vault, where special guest Michael Biehn chimes in on Sheen’s sanity. Before Larry heads out, he attempts another round of the Hypothetical Road Trip Game.
Today’s guest is Lights Out star Holt McCallany. Adam compliments his great energy, and Holt talks about his schooling in Ireland and relationship with his parents. He also talks about running away from home to become an actor, only to find himself scraping by at a screwdriver factory. Holt also brings out a pair of boxing gloves and focus pads, and he and Adam exchange jabs.
Back to the news, Alison reveals that the breast milk ice cream shop she discussed at last week’s live show has been shut down. Also in disgusting food news, a Philly pizza shop owner got busted trying to sabotage the competition with bags of mice. Wrapping the show, the animal news gets Adam talking about his first dog Lotzi.
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Executive Producer: Donny Misraje
Producer: Mike Lynch
Producer: Mike Dawson
Audio/Voice Over: Mike Dawson
Newsgirl: Alison Rosen
Sound Effects: Bryan Bishop
Associate Producer: Katie Levine
Technical Director: Logan Moy
Search/Audio Show Build: Chris Laxamana
Show Summary: Matt Fondiler
Adam’s excited about both of tonight’s guests. Calling in later is baseball legend Dave Bresnahan; a minor league catcher who threw a potato in the middle of a game to trick the runner. Adam recalls watching it happen on The Sports Machine, and goes on a jag about the host, George Michael.
After Alison runs through the new Dancing with the Stars lineup, Adam takes Dave’s call. They chat about how Dave originally came up with the idea, and how he was able to successfully execute it. They also talk about the immediate aftermath of the stunt, and Adam calls him a baseball hero.
Comedian Jim Florentine comes to the show next, and Adam plays a hilarious Crank Yankers clip that featured Jim’s belching character, Bobby Fletcher. Adam also talks to Jim about how he was discovered, and the guys give tips for making great prank calls.
Adam then dives into Jim’s background, finding out more about his time dating Robin Quivers, and what he did prior to getting his break and doing stand-up. Later, Adam shares his own thoughts on performing stand-up, and the guys explain the definition of hate-fucking to Alison.
Alison picks back up with the news, mostly focusing on the most recent Charlie Sheen antics. Adam and Jim also exchange Rodney Dangerfield stories, and Alison wraps up the show with a post-Oscar news story about how The King’s Speech is helping to raise awareness about stuttering.
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Executive Producer: Donny Misraje
Producer: Mike Lynch
Producer: Mike Dawson
Audio/Voice Over: Mike Dawson
Newsgirl: Alison Rosen
Sound Effects: Bryan Bishop
Associate Producer: Katie Levine
Technical Director: Logan Moy
Search/Audio Show Build: Chris Laxamana
Show Summary: Matt Fondiler
Adam opens the show talking about the frustrations of not having your pilot get picked up, only to see the shows that did get picked up get cancelled. He also talks with Alison and Mike Lynch (filling in for Bald Bryan) about the politics behind The Hammer.
Alison then jumps into the news with an Oscar Trivia quiz. After a few questions, they talk about Charlie Sheen’s recent radio show rant, and Adam wonders why a guy like that keeps remarrying. Still discussing Sheen, Adam brings in Dr. Bruce, who adds his knowledge as an addiction medicine specialist.
Next up on the couch is Alonzo Bodden, who talks with Adam about his motorcycle woes and having your bike towed. The guys also rant about airport parking fees, and Adam hears more about Alonzo’s experiences working on planes at Lockheed for eight years. They also talk about Alonzo’s work on the TV series, ‘Inside the Vault.’
Before finishing up the rest of the news, Alison talks about a competitive Ski ball team she was on. The guys also reflect on the Oscar best picture winner, and Adam goes on a jag about British court jesters. Also in the news is the MADD president getting busted for drunk driving, and a former Disney star’s controversial tattoo. Wrapping up the show, the guys discuss the problems of young kids raising kids.
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Executive Producer: Donny Misraje
Producer: Mike Lynch
Producer: Mike Dawson
Audio/Voice Over: Mike Dawson
Newsgirl: Alison Rosen
Sound Effects: Mike Lynch
Associate Producer: Katie Levine
Technical Director: Logan Moy
Search/Audio Show Build: Chris Laxamana
Show Summary: Matt Fondiler
Adam cues Alison for the news right at the top. She talks to Adam about the Kardashians’ appearance on the cover of Hollywood Reporter, as well as their media empire. Adam also complains about his wife knowing too much about the Real Housewives, and talks with Alison about an Asian mother who posted a nude video of her daughter to help her find a mate.
Later, Adam tells a story from his day about getting caught peeing in the sink. He also tells a couple great stories about going fishing with Jimmy Kimmel and Cousin Sal, and talks about accidentally hooking his buddy’s neck. Alison also reads a news story about ice cream made from breast milk, and the guys discuss the problems that people with fetishes have.
Doug Benson then joins the show holding a bacon-and-pancake flavored cupcake. Adam also goes on a rant about the Egg McMuffin not being available after 10:30am, and Alison and Doug recall their day at Disneyland together.
Next up is an intense round of Totally Topical Tivo Trivia. Afterward, Alison tells a news story about a guy who got caught hiding deodorant in his pants and Adam and Donny recall the times Adam came home with random speakers and Donny came home with cats and rabbits. Wrapping the show up, Adam rants and raves during This Week in Rage.
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Executive Producer: Donny Misraje
Producer: Mike August
Producer: Mike Lynch
Audio/Voice Over: Mike Dawson
Newsgirl: Alison Rosen
Sound Effects: Bryan Bishop
Associate Producer: Katie Levine
Search: Chris Laxamana
Audio Show Build: Jeff Fox
Show Summary: Matt Fondiler
In anticipation of tonight’s guest, Adam opens the show talking about boxers who won the gold. He also talks about making The Hammer and interacting with other boxers on the set. Adam then thanks his fans for sending in eucalyptus oil, and complains about the one and only time he tried to play videogames.
As Alison begins the news, she points out that today marks the two-year anniversary of the first podcast. They then jump to another report from Blastergirl Katie live in Israel, and Adam talks more about the crisis in the Middle East. Also in the news is the Defense of Marriage Act being deemed unconstitutional, and three unrelated stories about food fights that went a bit too far.
After a round of Know Your SH, Adam welcomes Amir Khan to the couch. They guys talk about training at the Wild Card Gym, and how it’s a cool place even though it wouldn’t seem like it at first glance. They also talk about Amir’s training schedule and his goals for his career. There’s some discussion of the Pacquiao-Mayweather fight everyone is dying to see, and then jump on the lines so fans can ask their own questions to Amir.
Wrapping up the show, Adam and Amir chime in to a couple more news stories from Alison: one about a man who had an incredible heart surgery, and another who found a misplaced wallet after 40 years.
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Executive Producer: Donny Misraje
Producer: Mike Lynch
Producer: Mike Dawson
Audio/Voice Over: Mike Dawson
Newsgirl: Alison Rosen
Sound Effects: Bryan Bishop
Associate Producer: Katie Levine
Technical Director: Logan Moy
Search/Audio Show Build: Chris Laxamana
Show Summary: Matt Fondiler
Adam recently tweeted out a list of items that ultimately caused More Harm Than Good. Lo and behold, Twitter followers responded in droves, and Adam reads off some of his favorites. Larry Miller is also in studio, and chimes in on Alison’s news story about the man convicted of second-degree murder for running over his daughter. They also talk about Gaddafi’s Amazonian bodyguards, and try to solve the crisis in the Middle East through song.
Next up, the guys check in with Blastergirl Katie, who’s currently in Israel for the next couple weeks. Alison then reads a news story about a pizza delivery that saved a woman’s life, and before Larry heads out, he tries his luck at a different game: Gaywalking.
Adam welcomes back Kristian and Mark from SchmoesKnow.com. The guys catch up with their reviews of some of this year’s Oscar contenders, including True Grit and The Fighter. Adam then leads everyone through the nominees, and the guys announce their predictions. The guys also chat about movies they’re looking forward to seeing, Richard Pryor movies, and signs that tell you the movie will be bad.
Check out AceLarryMiller.com for This Week With Larry Miller, and visit TheBillShow.com for more on Post-Op-Board-Op Bill
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Executive Producer: Donny Misraje
Producer: Mike Lynch
Producer: Mike Dawson
Audio/Voice Over: Mike Dawson
Newsgirl: Alison Rosen
Sound Effects: Bryan Bishop
Associate Producer: Katie Levine
Technical Director: Logan Moy
Search/Audio Show Build: Chris Laxamana
Show Summary: Matt Fondiler
To open the show, Adam welcomes Phillip Nelson to the couch, who is helping ACE Broadcasting out with a couple of snazzy Tricasters. Adam also talks about his early days in the biz, working on the Ace on the House public access show. He also goes on a rant about huge hotel pillows, and the heavy metal doors that slam shut and wake you up when you’re trying to nap.
Adam then brings Dana Gould onto the show, who recalls in his last interview that Adam ranted about Sigmund and the Sea Monsters while Dana was writing the feature film version. The guys also talk about pitching projects around Hollywood, and exchange audition horror stories.
The top news story today is the 6.3 earthquake in New Zealand. They also hear more details about Lara Logan’s ordeal, and discuss the problem of anti-Semitism in the middle east. In other dramatic news, Justin Bieber recently got a haircut and Dr. Pepper is releasing a new soda. Alison also reads off some fun facts about our past presidents in honor of the holiday.
After a quick break, the group returns with Dana Gould as he impersonates PBS staple Huell Howser. The guys pick apart Huell’s visit to the dry cleaners and a pita factory, and also watch the original clip that got Adam hooked on the show in the first place. Afterward, Adam retells the story of Dave Dameshek’s ode to Teemu Selanne.
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Executive Producer: Donny Misraje
Producer: Mike Lynch
Producer: Mike Dawson
Audio/Voice Over: Mike Dawson
Associate Producer: Katie Levine
Technical Director: Logan Moy
Search/Audio Show Build: Chris Laxamana
Show Summary: Matt Fondiler
Adam welcomes Alanna Ubach to the show for a lively conversation of many voices. He also rants about a Bill Mahr clip, and has Dr. Bruce back for this week’s Healthwatch.
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Jon Lovitz introduces the Ace Man himself, for his premiere show at The Jon Lovitz Comedy Club at Universal Citywalk. Mike Lynch is filling in for Bald Bryan, and Adam welcomes Alison Rosen and Dr. Drew to the stage. Dr. Drew talks about his recent recovery from illness after his second honeymoon, and the guys compare their experiences on the show ‘Are You Smarter Than A 5th Grader’.
Adam talks about his own honeymoon with Lynette, and tells a classic Ray story. Dr. Drew also asks Adam about the experience of interviewing Fred Dryer, which Adam did earlier today. Alison then jumps into the news with a story about a guy sent to jail with 30 items shoved up his ass. She also talks about a literal cat burglar, and Adam retells his rant about his wife leaving the space heater on—only to leave the space heater on himself before leaving for tonight’s show.
Jeff Ross joins the stage next, and talks with Adam about his latest idea: Roast in Peace. The plan is to roast dead people, based on suggestions from his Twitter followers. Adam also talks about meeting Seth MacFarlane for lunch, only to see Frank Stallone there, eating his food at the same place. Adam and Jeff also discuss life on the road during the Man Show days, and share a story from the Writer’s Retreat.
Jeff then talks about the upcoming roast of Donald Trump for Comedy Central. He’s going on last, but explains his process of being fully prepared with jokes that come from unusual angles. Adam then wraps up the show with This Week In Rage—or, the Top 5 things that pissed Adam off most this week.
Visit DrDrew.com for more info, and RoastMasterGeneral.com for Jeff Ross.
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Executive Producer: Donny Misraje
Producer: Mike Lynch
Producer: Mike Dawson
Voice Over: Mike Dawson
Associate Producer: Katie Levine
Show Summary: Matt Fondiler
Adam, Alison and Bryan talk about growing up watching Saturday Night Live. Adam also talks about life back in the day while on tour with Dr. Drew, and the connection he feels they share. He and Alison also plan an elaborate asparagus pee test.
The top news story is that reporter Lara Logan is out of the hospital and recovering in her DC Home. The guys talk about the mental scars the experience will leave, and transition into a story about a Senator with emotional scars of his own. The guys also discuss a couple hair-related stories: one from Pantene, and one from UCLA.
Fred Armisen joins the show, and tells Adam he used to listen to him and Dr. Drew on Loveline back before he even knew what they looked like. Adam asks him about his earlier days in comedy, and the experience of auditioning for Saturday Night Live. Adam also tells the story of his hernia, and how Dr. Drew freaked him out about the recovery time.
The guys chat a bit more about Fred’s ability to mimic voices and do impersonations. They also go on a side jag about sympathizing with dictators, and play a quick round of Know Your SH. Adam and Fred also discuss the ‘half-homeless’ people in Portland, and comment on a news story about Coke’s Secret Formula. The show wraps with insane clips from Jersey Shore, and footage from the Best Bagger Championship.
Visit FredArmisen.com for more info on our guest, and be sure to watch Portlandia on IFC, Friday nights at 10:30pm.
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Executive Producer: Donny Misraje
Producer: Mike Lynch
Producer: Mike Dawson
Voice Over: Mike Dawson
Audio: Chris Laxamana
Associate Producer: Katie Levine
Technical Director: Logan Moy
Show Summary: Matt Fondiler
Adam begins his 500th Episode complaining about the education system and having to spend too much money even before his kids hit first grade. Adam also talks about being late to his pitch meeting this morning, and the diaper emergency in the Carolla house.
Into the news with Alison, she discusses the amount of correspondents that have been killed or harmed since protests began in Egypt. Adam asks if we can now openly judge the Middle East, and puts a call to action to the sane countries to ‘put an end to this bullshit.’ They also talk about OJ Simpson, Canadians, and the latest panda bear naming.
Adam then chats with Scott Thompson about the Kids in the Hall theme song. Scott reminds Adam of his involvement with Crank Yankers, and how he was too nice to mess with people on the other line. They also talk about Scott’s early days in comedy, and discuss doing sketch comedy in Canada vs. North Hollywood.
Adam tries to convince Scott to rename ‘top and bottom’ to ‘tumbler and coaster.’ Scott also goes in depth about the time he had a threesome, and Adam tries to figure out how it all went down. Wrapping the show up, the guys talk about the difficulties of coming out of the closet, and the truth about people who gay bash.
Listen to Scott’s podcast at ScottFreePodcast.com
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Executive Producer: Donny Misraje
Producer: Mike Lynch
Producer: Mike Dawson
Audio/Voice Over: Mike Dawson
Associate Producer: Katie Levine
Technical Director: Logan Moy
Show Summary: Matt Fondiler