Best Charlie Starr Podcasts (2026)

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Crust Is Gutters, Undercarriage Is Grundle (Ben Schwartz, Ryan Gaul, Gil Ozeri) 1:29:44

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We’re back for 2026, because at Comedy Bang! Bang! — we won’t quit. Comedian Ben Schwartz returns for his annual tradition of being on the first CBB episode of the year. He joins the 40 timer’s club, discusses not receiving Scott’s texts and sings the theme for the 2026 plug bag remixes. Then, first-time guest Chave Portnoy shares his entrepreneuri…

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Turning Criminals Into Heroes: Rabbi Jeremy Wieder on Rubashkin, Pollard, and Moral Clarity (275) 59:28

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Check out Orthodox Conundrum Commentary on Substack and get your free subscription by going to https://scottkahn.substack.com/ - and paid subscribers get this and other episodes of the Orthodox Conundrum Podcast ad-free and with additional bonus content! There's a recurring pattern in parts of the Orthodox world - one that has always troubled me, b…

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Best of 2025 Pt. 4 2:41:42

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Merry Best Of’s to all from Comedy Bang! Bang! Join Scott and Paul F. Tompkins as they count down numbers 3 through 1 of the best CBB episodes of 2025 as voted on by you, the listeners! Find out how your best-loved characters ranked and maybe discover some new favorites! Don’t forget to check out the Comedy Bang! Bang! Action Figures at shop.figure…

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Dave Mustaine & The Warning 1:17:56

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Dave Mustaine opens up about Megadeth's self-titled final album and the health issues affecting his hands and back that influenced his decision to wind down the band. He shares insights on recording with guitarist Teemu Mäntysaari for the first time, his choice to cover Metallica's 'Ride the Lightning,' and the upcoming tour with Iron Maiden. Musta…

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E254: Drum Legends Steve Gadd, Rick Marotta, Jim Keltner & Dave Mattacks! 1:58:43

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Send me a text and please visit www.livefrommydrumroom.com Wrapping up 2025 on a high note, thanks to my friends and drumming heroes Steve Gadd, Rick Marotta, Jim Keltner & Dave Mattacks! These guys have recorded some of the greatest music in history. Some hilarious and touching moments sharing stories of how they met, recording sessions and how mu…

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Best of 2025 Pt. 3 2:14:46

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Merry Best Of’s to all from Comedy Bang! Bang! Join Scott and Paul F. Tompkins as they count down numbers 6 through 4 of the best CBB episodes of 2025 as voted on by you, the listeners! Find out how your best-loved characters ranked and maybe discover some new favorites! Tune in Thursday for part 4! Don’t forget to check out the Comedy Bang! Bang! …

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A Person is a Subject, not an Object: New Traditional Perspectives on Tzniut, with Bracha Poliakoff and Rabbi Anthony Manning (CLASSIC EPISODE) 1:25:27

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Enjoy this classic episode from May, 2023. We'll be back next week with a brand new episode. Tzniut is triggering. That became clear when the Orthodox Conundrum Podcast released episode 145 entitled, "The Challenges of Teaching Tzniut & the Challenges of Being Tzanua, with Shayna Goldberg." That episode, in which Scott asked Shayna to focus on issu…

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Best of 2025 Pt. 2 2:16:28

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Merry Best Of’s to all from Comedy Bang! Bang! Join Scott and Paul F. Tompkins as they count down numbers 10 through 7 of the best CBB episodes of 2025 as voted on by you, the listeners! Find out how your best-loved characters ranked and maybe discover some new favorites! Tune in Monday for part 3! Don’t forget to check out the Comedy Bang! Bang! A…

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Nikki Sixx & YUNGBLUD 1:18:56

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Nikki Sixx joins Eddie Trunk to discuss Motley Crue's Carnival of Sins summer tour featuring Tesla and Extreme. Sixx reveals how they selected supporting acts, emphasizing the importance of bands with strong song catalogs. He shares details about potential production elements, reflecting on the original Carnival of Sins tour from 20 years ago and h…

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E253: Legendary Wall Of Sound & Wrecking Crew Keyboardist, Don Randi! Part 2 1:08:56

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Send me a text and please visit www.livefrommydrumroom.com Part 2 of my conversation with legendary Phil Spector's Wall Of Sound band and Wrecking Crew keyboardist, Don Randi. We continue our conversation about Don’s work with the Beach Boys, also Sonny & Cher, Elvis Presley, Neil Diamond, The Jackson 5, Diana Ross and much more! So come along for …

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When Non-Jews Define Judaism for Jews: Alyza Lewin on Reclaiming Jewish Peoplehood in an Age of Intimidation (274) 1:10:20

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There is a fundamental mistake that many people still make about Jews: they see Judaism exclusively as a faith, so they assume Jewish needs are basically religious accommodations, kosher food, holiday absences, maybe a space to pray. But my guest today, attorney Alyza Lewin, argues that if that's your starting point, you completely misunderstand th…

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Best of 2025 Pt. 1 2:41:41

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Merry Best Of’s to all from Comedy Bang! Bang! Join Scott and Paul F. Tompkins as they count down numbers 14 through 11 of the best CBB episodes of 2025 as voted on by you, the listeners! Find out how your best-loved characters ranked and maybe discover some new favorites! Tune in Thursday for part 2! Don’t forget to check out the Comedy Bang! Bang…

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Bonus Bang: 2020 Holiday Spectacular (Jason Mantzoukas, Paul F. Tompkins, Andy Daly, Jon Gabrus, Lauren Lapkus, Ego Nwodim, Carl Tart, Lily Sullivan, Tim Baltz, Shaun Diston, Dan Lippert) 2:37:50

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Join us for that special time of year when Scott invites friends old and new to celebrate the Comedy Bang! Bang! Holiday Spectacular! Expect appearances from Jason Mantzoukas, Santa Claus, pretzel maker August Lindt, intern Gino Lombardo, Ho Ho the naughty Elf, the kid who saw mommy kissing Santa Claus, The Chief, and so many more! Happy Holidays f…

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Triumph 1:07:06

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Eddie Trunk speaks with Gil Moore, Rik Emmett, and Mike Levine about Triumph's unexpected return to touring in 2026. The band reveals how they'll blend their original lineup with supporting musicians Phil X, Todd Kerns, and Brent Fitz to create what Gil calls a 'six-piece power trio.' They discuss the challenges of returning to the road in their 70…

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E252: Legendary Wall Of Sound & Wrecking Crew Keyboardist Don Randi! Part 1 1:04:33

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Send me a text and please visit www.livefrommydrumroom.com Don Randi is a living legend and keyboardist known for his work with Phil Spector's Wall of Sound Band and The Wrecking Crew. In Part 1 of this exclusive interview, we explore Don's incredible career, including some of his iconic tracks from The Ronettes, The Crystals, Nancy Sinatra, Linda …

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2025 Holiday Spectacular! (Jason Mantzoukas, Paul F. Tompkins, Lily Sullivan, Anna Bezahler, Isabella Escalante, Dan Lippert, Lauren Lapkus, Gil Ozeri) 2:19:06

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Scott Aukerman and co-host Jason Mantzoukas ring in the holidays with a special party for some of their best Comedy Bang! Bang! buddies. Guests include RFK Jr., Krendall, Austin & Tony, Soupsa Claus, Ho Ho the Elf, and an automated call from DeLuca’s Chophouse! Happy holidays from CBB! Don’t forget to check out the Comedy Bang! Bang! Action Figures…

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Jewish Particularism or Cultural Engagement: A Chanukah Debate, with Rabbi Yitzchok Adlerstein and Rabbi Dr. Raphael Zarum (273) 1:17:43

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To what degree should we assimilate non Jewish thought and culture into our intellectual, emotional, and spiritual lives? And to what degree does that question affect the way that we celebrate Chanukah? Rav Shimshon Raphael Hirsch expressed this tension directly when he wrote the following words: Chanukah represents the clash of two doctrines, two …

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Bonus Bang: 2016 Tour, Vancouver (Lauren Lapkus, Dan Mangan, Mike Hanford, Paul F. Tompkins, Tim Baltz) 1:56:01

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A realtor, a hippie, and a dog walked into a bar. I must be in Vancouver. "2016 Tour, Vancouver" is a special episode of Comedy Bang! Bang!, the 28th and final episode of the 2016 North America tour. Hosted by Scott Aukerman, it stars Ho Ho the Elf (Lauren Lapkus), Dan Mangan, John Lennon (Mike Hanford), Santa (Paul F. Tompkins), and Randy Snutz (T…

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Alice Cooper 57:12

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Rock legend Alice Cooper joins Eddie Trunk to discuss his recent tour with Judas Priest and their friendly backstage camaraderie. He talks about his annual Christmas Pudding charity event supporting teen centers in Arizona, and his upcoming collaboration with Criss Angel called 'Welcome to Our Nightmare.' Alice reflects on recording with his origin…

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E251: Legendary Drummer, Composer & Producer, Rick Marotta! Part 2 51:27

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Send me a text and please visit www.livefrommydrumroom.com In Part 2 of my conversation with legendary drummer, composer and producer Rick Marotta, we talk about the recent Warren Zevon tribute Rick performed at, his rekindled passion for the drums, current projects and much more. So come along for the ride for Part 2 of Rick Marotta. Thanks for wa…

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Help Me Rhombus (Carl Tart, Angela Giarratana, Alex Fernie) 1:18:13

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This week, athlete / actor OJ Simpson, an old little boy named Angus Montgomery Diana, and The Flasher Gremlin join Scott for another CBB Round Table! In this special edition of Comedy Bang! Bang! Scott and his guests discuss the issues of the day and how they can maybe solve some of the world’s biggest problems. Don’t forget to check out the Comed…

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A $10,000 Bottle of Scotch: Alcohol Abuse, Conspicuous Consumption, and Orthodox Life Today, with Rabbi Jonathan Muskat and Rachel Tuchman (272) 1:22:04

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A tragic drunk driving case in Lakewood has pushed an uncomfortable question to the surface. What happens when "Toameha," kiddush clubs and casual drinking culture quietly normalize alcohol misuse in our homes and shuls, especially for the teenagers who are watching us... and what happens when that same culture is surrounded by designer logos, luxu…

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Bonus Bang: Be My Guest, Literally! (Michael Ableson, Paul F. Tompkins, Andy Daly, Lauren Lapkus) 1:59:44

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It's a special co-host edition of Comedy Bing Bong with our favorite German film director Werner Herzog! Werner and Scott welcome guest of honor Michael Ableson, a NYC corporate litigator AND “Origin Story” documentary donator! He tells us all about being the hero of the banks when suddenly Ho Ho the Naughty Elf squeaks into the studio. They are al…

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Vernon Reid & Criss Angel 1:50:14

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Vernon Reid joins the podcast to discuss his new solo album Hoodoo Telemetry, which blends various musical styles and features both instrumental tracks and vocal collaborations. He shares stories about working with Jack Bruce, his encounters with Prince, and his admiration for guitarists like Tommy Bolin and Jeff Beck. Reid also provides updates on…

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E250: Legendary Drummer, Composer & Producer, Rick Marotta! Part 1 53:33

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Send me a text and please visit www.livefrommydrumroom.com My guest is my good friend and returning champion, Rick Marotta. Rick was one of my very first guests and has appeared on LFMDR more than anyone else. Besides being a prolific session drummer, he’s also an accomplished composer and producer. In Part 1, we do a deep dive into some of Rick’s …

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Bones Are Important (Kumail Nanjiani, Will Hines, Charlie McCrackin) 1:19:43

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Kumail Nanjiani is here to promote “Night Thoughts,” his upcoming comedy special on Hulu. He also discusses the finer points of “The X Files” and the MCU. Charity organizer Wyatt Malibu shares innovative ideas for fundraising, and his work on many Church roofs. Then, Inspector Jack Cates talks about his role in the unpleasantness that occurred at h…

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Chosen Vs. Unchosen Vs. Rejected: The Idea of a Chosen People in an Antisemitic World, with Rabbanit Yael Leibowitz (271) 1:23:37

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In the past two years many Jews have felt as if the world they thought they knew simply disappeared. Western democracies, universities, and social justice spaces that once seemed welcoming - or at least somewhat neutral - have turned openly hostile toward Israel and the Jewish people. At the center of much of this hatred is a familiar accusation: t…

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Bonus Bang: A CBB World Speed Force Thanksgiving Special* (*It's Actually Skanksgiving) 1:34:51

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In order to save the future of CBB World, Rudi North (Shaun Diston) must use the Speed Force to bring Scott Aukerman and some of his most infamous Comedy Bang! Bang! guests from the past together for a Thanks–er–Skanksgiving Feast. Starring Lily Sullivan, Zach Reino, Matt Apodaca, Will Hines, and Devin Field. Music and sound design by Brett Morris.…

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Frank Hannon, Dave Rude & Rik Emmett 1:03:25

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Frank Hannon and Dave Rude of Tesla join Eddie Trunk to discuss their recent Las Vegas residency and plans for new music. The guitar duo reflects on their 20-year musical partnership, the importance of personal chemistry in a band, and how they've maintained Tesla's authentic sound over four decades. Frank opens up about his emotional instrumental …

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A Banana Peel Memory (Myq Kaplan, Paul Rust, James Mannion) 1:28:26

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Comedian Myq Kaplan joins the four-timer’s club as he tells us about violins, violas, and his new comedy special “Rini,” just released on YouTube. First-time guest and local citizen Teddy Today shares tales of dozens of amusing things that happen to him every single day! And Hube Wheeler, Esq. offers some practical legal advice on how to talk to a …

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Painful Questions and Unconditional Love: Orthodox Parents and Their LGBTQ Children, Part Two - with Rabbi Menachem Penner and Rabbi Yakov Horowitz (270) 1:44:26

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Back in August, I released a conversation with Rabbi Yakov Horowitz about Orthodox parents whose children come out as LGBTQ. The feedback to that episode was intense. Some listeners wrote that they finally felt seen. Others said that they were deeply uncomfortable. Quite a few parents asked what they should actually do when their son or daughter co…

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E249: Industry Insider Colin Schofield Shares Stories From Zildjian, Premier and More! 1:55:58

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Send me a text and please visit www.livefrommydrumroom.com My guest is music industry legend, Colin Schofield. Colin’s 40 plus years in the music industry includes senior management and Vice President positions at Premier Drums, Zildjian Cymbals, Gretsch Drums and currently Jody Jazz Mouthpieces. In this episode we discuss Colin’s long and successf…

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Bonus Bang: Entrée PeeE Neur's Entrepreneur Tour featuring Appetizer PeeE Neur Episode One (Ego Nwodim, Paul F. Tompkins, Lily Sullivan. Drew Tarver, Vic Michaelis, Will Hines) 1:09:46

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Celebrity inventor Entrée PeeE Neur finally has her own show! And she's brought her brother, Appetizer PeeE Neur, along with her. And they're ready to invest their own rectangles if they particularly like an idea from our stable of entrepreneurs. First up, married couple Pat & Paul Schmazstonsz (Paul F. Tompkins, Lily Sullivan) have an idea for som…

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Warren DeMartini, Slaughter & Don Barnes 2:05:42

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On this loaded podcast Guitar legend Warren DeMartini opens up about reuniting with Stephen Pearcy to perform Ratt's iconic catalog after years away from the spotlight. He shares stories about their renewed musical partnership (which began at the M3 festival), the telepathic connection that remains intact, and his time recording covers and original…

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Why Do You Want To Hack In The Back? (Mary Elizabeth Ellis, Dan Lippert, Patty Guggenheim, Andres Parada) 1:25:20

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Three-timer Mary Elizabeth Ellis is back to promote her new season of “A Man On The Inside,” as well as her directorial debut with her short film “Last To Leave.” NBA legend Bill Walton returns and tries to barter for access to Scott’s property. Cruchette Dungan is here again—this time after a wild night of team building on the town. Finally, first…