Adam opens today’s podcast by sharing his thoughts on how words change their meaning depending on the context. The guys then dive into the weekend’s Oscar ceremony, and break down the ‘host-less’ format, the terrible ratings, and bummer tone throughout. Adam also reads some of the Oscar Jokes he had pitched back when Jimmy Kimmel was the host, and the guys go on to break down some of the more memorable moments from the broadcast. After some Rich Man Poor Man, the guys take listener calls about Candace Owens, high school football, modified race cars, and the song ‘Fortunate Son’ being overused in every war movie. Please support today’s sponsors: 1800Flowers.com enter ADAM Apartments.com LiquidIV.com enter ADAM Geico.com OwlCam.com/CAROLLA enter CAROLLA20

The gang plays a round of The Rotten Tomatoes Game themed around Oscar winners for Best Makeup. Gina reports on today’s news including: Caitlyn Jenner wanting to run for Governor of California, New York decriminalizing sex work, DMX’s funeral procession, and scientists creating white paint so white it could help fight climate change. Thanks for supporting today’s sponsors: SAfising.com/ADAM SignalWire.com enter ADAM GetSunday.com/ADAM AirMedCareNetwork.com/ADAM and enter ADAM Geico.com PlutoTV

Adam talks about attending the funeral of his late friend Ozzie. This leads him to also talk about the passing of racing legend Bill Whittington. Then, Adam discusses the importance of resetting your body with cold pool plunges or hot saunas. After that, Adam points out something that nobody is talking about within the Ma’Khia Bryant video. Comedian Ron Funches joins the show next and Adam asks him about his appearance in The Last Blockbuster documentary. Ron talks about losing weight, doing stand up shows again, and taking his son to see Mortal Kombat for his 18th birthday. Before the break, Ron expresses his interest in doing VO for a video game so Adam tests out his skills. Thanks for supporting today’s sponsors: SAfising.com/ADAM SignalWire.com enter ADAM GetSunday.com/ADAM AirMedCareNetwork.com/ADAM and enter ADAM Geico.com PlutoTV

Today, Adam sits down with national best-selling author, Jamie Wheal. He shares his knowledge on "flow states" and tapping into your full potential. They take a look at athletes who did not initially excel at their sports but went on to become the greatest. Jamie's newest book, "Recapture the Rapture: Rethinking God, Sex, and Death in a World That's Lost Its Mind" is available now on Amazon and all major bookstores.

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Dan and Lynze Cummins are on the podcast next, and Adam asks them about their podcast, ‘Scared to Death’. They go on to talk about their favorite modern scary movies, why they had to stop going to the movie theaters, and their strange family dynamic. Later the guys talk about their own parents, and the pain of driving your kids around to play sports. Gina then starts the news by showing a viral video of a guy who saved his wife from a Bobcat. They also talk about Snoop Dogg claiming he smoked weed with Obama, rules for white people at George Floyd Square, and Steven Seagal selling his bulletproof home. As the show wraps up, the guys chat about the upcoming Jam in the Van live podcast. Please support today’s sponsors: Lifelock.com enter ADAM Meguiars.com Geico.com

At the top of the podcast, Adam talks about soup vs. stew, as well as a problematic Philly Cheesesteak order. Producer Chris is also in studio along with Bryan and Gina, and the guys discuss some Trending Topics, including more reactions to the Derek Chauvin verdict, the police shooting of Ma'Khia Bryant, LeBron James’ tweets, people boycotting Home Depot for not pushing back on Georgia’s voting laws, and Ben Shapiro’s video response. Up next, Phillip Stutts joins the pod to discuss how a certain political strategy can help you market and grow your own business. They also go through the recent cycle of Presidents and how they were elected, and Adam asks Phillip if he could get Dr. Drew to win an election. Before the break, Adam asks Phillip for his thoughts on recalling Gavin Newsom, and whether CA will end up electing another Democrat. Please support today’s sponsors: Lifelock.com enter ADAM Meguiars.com Geico.com

Adam welcomes Richard Kind to the podcast at the top of Part 2. The guys talk about the ridiculousness of ‘Good Housekeeping’ articles, as well as Richard’s role on ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’. The guys also exchange stories of having boy/girl twins, and Adam asks Richard about his relationship with George Clooney. Later, Bryan asks Richard about his role in the Pixar film, ‘Inside Out’, and Richard also talks about his role on the Freeform series, ‘Everything’s Gonna Be Okay’. In the last part of the show, Gina reads news stories about the Derek Chauvin conviction, the death of songwriter Jim Steinman, the 5 year anniversary of Prince’s death, and Vin Diesel’s new movie. Please support today’s sponsors: Upstart.com/ADAM Apartments.com Lifelock.com enter ADAM Geico PlutoTV

Adam opens today’s show talking to Bryan and Gina about our nation’s political divide, and how more people investing in the Catholic Big Brother program would go a long way. Later, Adam recalls his own days in the program, including his time working with Nate and ‘Teem’. Before the break, the guys take calls for a round of Who The F Sells This S. Please support today’s sponsors: Upstart.com/ADAM Apartments.com Lifelock.com enter ADAM Geico PlutoTV

Dr. Drew sits down with Adam and the gang right at the top of the show. He talks about being asked to be part of a Homeless Commission, and then having his nomination pulled after mounting controversy. The guys then dissect an L.A. Times article about the issue, and go on to discuss the pervasive misconceptions that are leading to our current mental health crisis. Later, Gina Grad brings up the incoming Derek Chauvin verdict, including Maxine Waters comments about taking to the streets if they don’t like the result. Before the break, the guys play a round of Totally Topical TiVo Trivia. Please support today’s sponsors: Liquid Death - Available at 7-Eleven nationwide SignalWire.com enter ADAM Lifelock.com enter ADAM Geico.com PlutoTV

Chuck Liddell is in studio at the top of Part 2. The guys break down the recent Jake Paul Pay Per View event, and also discuss some of Chuck’s most memorable matchups. They go on to talk about his semi-retirement, as well as UFC fights the guys are looking forward to watching. Later, Adam asks Chuck how he first became friends with Adam Ray, how fighters manage their fear, and what his predictions are for Jones vs. Ngannou. In the last part of the show, Chuck talks about the thrill of bareknuckle fighting, Gina Grad reads an update on Demi Lovato’s froyo concerns, and Mark Geragos calls in to comment on the Derek Chauvin verdict. As the show wraps up, Gina reads a couple more stories about Ted Nugent testing positive for COVID, and herpes being a possible side effect of the Pfizer vaccine. Please support today’s sponsors: Liquid Death - Available at 7-Eleven nationwide SignalWire.com enter ADAM Lifelock.com enter ADAM Geico.com PlutoTV

Adam welcomes George Gallo back the podcast next, and the guys talk about their mutual friend, Nate Adams, as well as the filming of George’s new movie, ‘Vanquish’. The guys also go through this year’s Best Picture nominees, and talk about the legendary Cineramadome closing down. Later they discuss the slew of movies coming out later this summer, why the 70s were so great for entertainment, and the making of ‘Midnight Run’. In the last part of the show, Gina reads news stories about deaths during the capitol riots, classes being cancelled in anticipation of the Derek Chauvin verdict, Sharon Osbourne’s conversation with Bill Maher, a Tesla Autopilot crash, Demi Lavato’s frozen yogurt complaints, and more on Tiger Wood’s car crash. Please support today’s sponsors: Stamps.com enter ADAM Lifelock.com enter ADAM CalderaLab.com/ADAM or enter ADAM 1800Flowers.com enter ADAM Geico.com

At the top of the show, Adam welcomes Mike August to the podcast to discuss getting a custom wrap job applied to his car. He also tells the story of chasing down a drunk driver who smashed into his car, selling his old car to Russian counterfeiters, and why he doesn’t think he needs Waze. Before heading out, August talks about how he became Burbank’s Citizen of the Month, and the guys discuss Kimmel’s prank mind. Later, Adam tells the gang about his latest Love Boat screening, and the guys call August back onto the show to break down the Jake Paul fight, as well as another freeway fight he once got into. Before the break, the guys take a fan phone call about new California PSAs, and Adam rants about regulation hypocrisy and the homelessness crisis. Please support today’s sponsors: Stamps.com enter ADAM Lifelock.com enter ADAM CalderaLab.com/ADAM or enter ADAM 1800Flowers.com enter ADAM Geico.com

Gina reports on today’s new stories including: Jake Paul’s knocking out Ben Askren, a high school girl’s basketball game brawl, Minneapolis City Council voting for the development of a new Traffic Safety Division, Oregon considering indefinitely extending rules requiring masks, Matthew McConaughey having a shot against Texas Governor Greg Abbott, and a collector selling Michael Jackson’s statue collection. In the last part of the show, Clint Black joins Adam for a one-on-one conversation about his journey from construction worker to country superstar. The guys chat about his difficult upbringing, the process of keeping track of and accomplishing all your goals, and how massive success changed his life. Thanks for supporting today’s sponsors: TommyJohn.com/ADAM For our Paint Your Life offer, text ADAM to 64-000 SignalWire.com enter ADAM Lifelock.com enter ADAM Geico.com

Adam recaps his trip to Nashville and Florida over the weekend. Then, Adam brings in Delta Air Lines first class food option. Dr Drew calls in to talk about an LA Times article that was written about him and being nominated for the board of the LA Homeless Services Authority. After that, Adam shares some Mike August stories from the trip. Before the break, the gang plays a round of The Rotten Tomatoes Game themed around movies that won the Oscar for Best Song. Thanks for supporting today’s sponsors: TommyJohn.com/ADAM For our Paint Your Life offer, text ADAM to 64-000 SignalWire.com enter ADAM Lifelock.com enter ADAM Geico.com