Best Chunks And A Hunk Podcasts (2025)

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Viné or Brené? 53:18

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1d ago53:18

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This is our solemn vow. You will never find even ONE other podcast that has ever dared to play the game we played today. The truths revealed are too bold. The wisdom unlocked, too profound. And the gulf between how good we thought we'd be at it and how good we actually are? Wide, man. Like, so freaking wide. In This Episode: Viné or Brené, Upcoming…

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No Hitting, No Biting (w/ Rosebud Baker) 58:07

2d ago58:07

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On this episode of Staying Alive, hosts Jon Gabrus and Adam Pally sit down with the hilarious actor/writer/stand-up Rosebud Baker to talk about what she does to stay alive (vape), what it’s like being pregnant as a touring comic, and directing her stand-up special The Mother Lode. Plus, Pally attempts to explain what “throwing the baby out with the…

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Tight Hour, Tight Ass (w/ Jay Jurden) 57:22

9d ago57:22

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On this episode of Staying Alive, hosts Jon Gabrus and Adam Pally sit down with the hilarious, thoughtful, and sincerely yoked Jay Jurden to talk about the state of comedy and the kayfabe of crowdwork, the culture and community of gyms, his lifting routine, and how comedy can be therapeutic, but it can never be therapy (okay? Tattoo it). Also, call…

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Yam-Hee-Haw / Hot Rod 57:28

8d ago57:28

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Yam-hee-hwelcome to another fantastic episode of Two Chunks and A Hunk. Yam-hee-hit the links with us as we play jjjolf! Yam-hee-hazard a guess as we examine the ever inscrutable TopTens.com! And yam-hee-hahaha it up with us as we talk about Hot Rod. In This Episode: jjjolf, The Top Tens, Hot Rod Catch up on the first season of Imagine Dungeons, ou…

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Staps & Cems (w/ Angela Trimbur) 59:22

16d ago59:22

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On this episode of Staying Alive, hosts Jon Gabrus and Adam Pally sit down with their pal, actor/dancer/Pistol Shrimp Angela Trimbur, to talk about surviving cancer, making two-year plans to change your life, dancing, dating, and saying “No.” Plus, Angela runs the fellas through The Four Agreements, and Adam says “beer makes beer” out loud. Follow …

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You Can't Drink Bacon / Superbad 59:29

15d ago59:29

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Surely we're not the first ones to tell you this. But you just can't. I'm sorry. You can't. We don't make the rules. We just follow them. And the number one rule? You can't drink bacon. Sorry. I know. You really really want to. But you can't. In This Episode: Rank You Very Much, Extra Credit, Superbad Catch up on the first season of Imagine Dungeon…

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Grow Up & Pro Up (w/ Carl Tart) 1:00:35

23d ago1:00:35

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On this episode of Staying Alive, hosts Jon Gabrus and Adam Pally sit down with their good friend, the inimitable Carl Tart (Grand Crew, Saturday Night Live), to discuss moving from coast to coast, lifting heavy, picking a trainer, making better choices, and the interesting hierarchy of the SNL afterparties. Plus, Carl has a lot to say about experi…

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A Cheater Amongst Us / 43 Jump Street 1:00:44

22d ago1:00:44

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Jump, jump, these streets are jumpin'. You read that right folks. We've got not one, not two, but 43 of the jumpiest streets you could possibly imagine. Sure hope none of our hosts did anything sneaky or against the spirit of any of our games before we welcome some undercover law enforcement onto our pod. In This Episode: A Star Was Born, The Top T…

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Bridge & Tunnel: A Live Staying Alive at The Bell House! (w/ Liza Treyger and Carolyn Brown) 1:09:53

1M ago1:09:53

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On this live Staying Alive, hosts Jon Gabrus and Adam Pally (and sometimes one or more Gallagher brother) take to the stage at The Bell House in Brooklyn NY with comedian Liza Treyger and nutritionist Carolyn Brown. They’ll talk with Liza about snacks healthy and otherwise, working out while stoned, the importance of community and mental health on …

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Our First Podcast / Pineapple Express 1:00:04

28d ago1:00:04

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It's our first ever episode! We figured we'd start it off with some of the worst noises you've ever heard. You know, so you'd stick around! We hope you enjoy our brand new podcast! Stay tuned for episode two soon! In This Episode: Blind Draft, Nikstlitslepmur, Pineapple Express Catch up on the first season of Imagine Dungeons, our actual play D&D p…

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Randall’s Handle (w/ Randall Park) 1:00:26

1M ago1:00:26

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On this episode of Staying Alive, hosts Jon Gabrus and Adam Pally sit down with the cool, calm, and collected actor/writer/director Randall Park to discuss locking in and letting the silly stuff fall away as you reach 50, working out alone, raw-dogging flights, the crucial importance of sleep, and before the show is over, a pact has been reached to…

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Doctor Bonk / Game Night 58:03

1M ago58:03

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You're here to see the doctor? I've got good news and bad news. The good news is that the doctor is in, and he'd love to see you. The bad news? He IS Doctor Bonk so, you know, be aware. In This Episode: A Star Was Born, D&D Character Creation, The Top Tens, Game Night Catch up on the first season of Imagine Dungeons, our actual play D&D podcast bef…

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Chunks & Hunks (w/ Mike Mitchell) 1:09:30

1M ago1:09:30

1:09:30

On this episode of Staying Alive, hosts Jon Gabrus and Adam Pally sit down with one of their best friends, actor/comedian Mike “Spoonman” Mitchell, to discuss their journey with semaglutides like Zepbound and Mounjaro, the realities of long COVID, and their glory days (between the ages of 0 and 10). Plus, Gabrus is great at coming to set empty, and…

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A Hehe Haha Podcast 1:05:30

1M ago1:05:30

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It's all comedy baby! The Top Tens? Hilarious. Extra Credit? Call the doctor, because your gut busted. Carter giving up immediately when he realizes he can't win a game? Nothing funnier, honestly. In this episode: The Top Tens, Extra Credit, Comedy Movie Gauntlet Now's a great time to catch up on the first season of Imagine Dungeons, our actual pla…

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Cards & Climbing (w/ Nelson Dellis) 1:10:52

2M ago1:10:52

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On this episode of Staying Alive, hosts Jon Gabrus and Adam Pally sit down with six-time USA Memory Champion Nelson Dellis to talk about his Alzheimer’s charity, memorizing cards underwater, getting 50 meters from the summit of Everest, and, perhaps most exciting to the fellas, the science of card counting. Plus Pally can’t remember a single line f…

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The Sun Doesn't Count 58:36

2M ago58:36

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When we ask you to name the worst things about summer, you can't say the sun. You just can't, okay? Please, we're begging you. Stop and think about it. Don't say the sun. In this episode: The Top Tens, Wild Hawgs, Carter's Triple Feature Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/two-chunks-and-a-hunk/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://r…

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The Weight Is From Within (w/ Marc Maron) 1:10:43

2M ago1:10:43

1:10:43

On this episode of Staying Alive, hosts Jon Gabrus and Adam Pally sit down with one of their heroes, actor/comedian/podcast legend Marc Maron, to discuss crafting his new HBO special Panicked, co-starring in the Apple TV+ series Stick, moving between stand-up and dramatic acting, and all the things from Ethiopian food to Equinox that Marc is doing …

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BONUS: A Live Staying Alive, Next Guest Announcement!! 15:31

2M ago15:31

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Hosts Jon Gabrus and Adam Pally have an announcement about the next guest for their upcoming live show at 7:30pm on Tuesday, August 5th at The Bell House in Brooklyn NY (and streaming around the globe on the Veeps platform): it’s the hilarious Liza Treyger (Survival Of The Thickest, Nope)! Plus the fellas catch up about their alarming weed toleranc…

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Poles & Planes (w/ Nicole Byer) 57:47

2M ago57:47

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On this episode of Staying Alive, hosts Jon Gabrus and Adam Pally sit down with their good friend, comedian/actor Nicole Byer, to discuss pole dancing for fitness, Kuato vs Watto, skydiving, vaping on planes, and the hair of the dog. Plus, Gabrus hugs a flight attendant when he forgets how to be a person, and Pally has a cautionary tale about Ambie…

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Fire Island (with Blondies: Out Loud) 1:16:21

2M ago1:16:21

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Last time they were here, we let them off easy. But this time? We're playing Extra Credit, the worst game in the world. We're joined this week by Daxton Bloomquist and Hayden Maher, hosts of Blondies: Out Loud, and we're running them through a true Two Chunks gauntlet: they're undertaking the impossible task of playing Extra Credit, and then we're …

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BONUS: A Live Staying Alive, First Guest Announcement!! 12:40

2M ago12:40

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Hosts Jon Gabrus and Adam Pally have an announcement about the first guest for their upcoming live show at 7:30pm on Tuesday, August 5th at The Bell House in Brooklyn NY (and streaming around the globe on the Veeps platform): it’s Carolyn Brown, MS RD, a registered dietician and integrative nutritionist who works with Eaton Botanicals on their line…

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Improv & Impulse Control (w/ Dr. Heather Berlin) 1:17:02

2M ago1:17:02

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On this episode of Staying Alive, hosts Jon Gabrus and Adam Pally invite neuroscientist and clinical psychologist Dr. Heather Berlin to discuss the neural basis of improvisation, making novel associations to keep your brain healthy and active, and her forthcoming book about the science of impulse control and the effects of fame on the brain. Plus A…

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Pete, Twoot, Threte / Ghosts Of Girlfriends Past 1:02:40

2M ago1:02:40

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Carter's attempting a glitchless, no potions run of Two Chunks And A Hunk today. Jordan can't quite differentiate between the dream and reality. Doz uncovers the secrets of sequential nomenclature. And Matthew? Thank you, let's go. It's week three of Summer Of Love: Sixual Healing, and you there boy, what day is it?? Is it Christmas? No, it's the d…

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Kids & Wake-Up Calls (w/ Andy Richter) 1:09:57

3M ago1:09:57

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On this episode of Staying Alive, hosts Jon Gabrus and Adam Pally sit down with one of their heroes, actor/comedian/good egg Andy Richter, to talk about managing depression, how New York City can keep you in shape whether you’re trying or not, what the work of being a dad means to them, and Andy gets real about a past health scare. Plus, Pally has …

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The Biggest Fight We've Ever Had / Moonstruck 1:04:30

3M ago1:04:30

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Remember Jordan and Carter from Two Chunks And A Hunk? You won't believe what the childhood stars look (and act) like now! Shocking! Even doctors couldn't explain it, until one day..... Did you click "play" yet? It's week two of Summer Of Love: Sixual Healing, and we're wishing we'd called it like Friendship Healing or Podcast Healing or something.…

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Trainer Tips & Sauna Dips (w/ Ryan Stanger) 1:04:55

3M ago1:04:55

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On this episode of Staying Alive, hosts Jon Gabrus and Adam Pally sit down with their good friend, actor, comedian, and personal trainer Ryan Stanger, to talk about the benefits of hyperbaric chambers, barrel saunas vs infrared, what to look for when choosing a trainer, and Stanger really tries to make his Three Pigs metaphor work. Plus, Gabrus wan…

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Bolo Boys / She's All That 57:12

3M ago57:12

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We're in the presence of royalty this week as we begin Summer of Love. Nope! It's not Bolo Yeung, break out star of Bloodsport, Double Impact, and (presumably) at least one other movie. It's Prince Freddie (of the kingdom Junior), and he is here to remind us that She is, in fact, All That. Welcome to week one of Summer Of Love: Sixual Healing. This…

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BONUS: Staying Alive Video! And Merch! 6:41

3M ago6:41

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Hosts Jon Gabrus and Adam Pally want you to know that you can watch these episodes as well as listen to them! Full video episodes are available on SmartLess Media's YouTube channel. And also, we now have merch! Pally & Gabrus explain why it goes up to 11XL (big Na'vi listenership). Full video episodes available HERE. Check out Staying Alive merch a…

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A More Mindful Mouthful (w/ Kim Shapira) 1:07:46

3M ago1:07:46

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On this episode of Staying Alive, hosts Jon Gabrus and Adam Pally sit down with celebrity dietician and nutritional therapist Kim Shapira MS, RD, to talk about her six simple rules for changing your relationship with food, knowing what time zone your mind is in, the psychology of binging, the issue with intermittent fasting, and just how important …

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The Sparkling Teeth 49:09

3M ago49:09

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By night they come. The teeth. Shimmering, effervescent motes of white against the eternal black. The teeth. A dental deity dancing distractingly, disastrously close. The teeth. A flash in the moonlight, a pearl-white smile. They shine. They sparkle. The teeth. Our least favorite romance movie cliche. In this episode: The Top Tens, Planning Summer …

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BONUS: A Live Staying Alive?! 10:48

3M ago10:48

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Hosts Jon Gabrus and Adam Pally have an important announcement that they’ll get to…eventually! But before they let you know about our first Live Staying Alive, 7:30pm on Tuesday, August 5th at The Bell House in Brooklyn NY (and streaming around the globe on the Veeps platform), Gabrus has a report card he’d like to talk about, and Pally has a pitch…

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Stunts & Pumps (w/ Jessie Graff) 1:00:14

3M ago1:00:14

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On this episode of Staying Alive, hosts Jon Gabrus and Adam Pally sit down with stuntwoman and American Ninja Warrior competitor Jessie Graff to talk about choosing superhero moves over acting accolades, why she doesn’t own a couch or any chairs, making sure to schedule time for fun, and they ooh and ahh over her stylish new invention. Plus, Adam d…

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My Name Too / The Running Man 1:02:56

3M ago1:02:56

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Whenever you go out, do people always shout? That's just John, Jordan, Justin playing jjjolf. In this episode: jjjolf, Extra Credit, The Running Man Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/two-chunks-and-a-hunk/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy…

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Corgis & Fitbits (w/ Zach Cherry) 1:08:18

4M ago1:08:18

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On this episode of Staying Alive, hosts Jon Gabrus and Adam Pally sit down with their good friend Zach Cherry (Severance, Fallout), to talk about how he doesn’t do anything special to stay alive, nothing at all. Except for everything. They’ll talk about working with Ben Stiller, never rushing anywhere, smart scales, and do a deep dive on sweating. …

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Big Legs And Karate / Double Impact 59:21

4M ago59:21

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Witness the explosive action adventure you have to see to believe. Join Hollywood superstar Jean-Claude Van Damme and newcomer to the cinema scene Claude-Jean Damme Van as together they weave a tapestry of intrigue, action, and desire in DOUBLE IMPACT. One movie. Two Guys. Big Legs. And? Karate. In this episode: The Top Tens, Wild Hawgs, Double Imp…

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CBT & NKOTB (w/ Jillian Bell) 1:13:24

4M ago1:13:24

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On this episode of Staying Alive, hosts Jon Gabrus and Adam Pally meet up at Team Coco studios with one of their favorites, actor/writer and now director Jillian Bell, to talk about being background artists, being mistaken for background artists, taking a half hour a day to just sit in the sun, giving up things that drive you crazy, the hormonal ro…

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We Got Twins / Commando 1:11:21

4M ago1:11:21

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We promise you it was an accident. It's not his best movie, okay? We just didn't have another choice! We don't really think that! Please, you have to believe us. In this episode: Blind Ranking, Movies That Simply Are What They Are, Personality Quiz, Daddurday Afternoon Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/two-chunks-and-a-hunk/donations …

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Mice & Vegetables (w/ Dr. Shruti Naik) 56:13

4M ago56:13

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On this episode of Staying Alive, hosts Jon Gabrus and Adam Pally sit down with National Institutes Of Health-funded immunologist (and fellow omakase enthusiast) Dr. Shruti Naik to talk about the glowing bacteria that made her become a scientist, the heroic mice who really give us our medications, the benefits of cruciferous vegetables, and much mo…

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A Harrowing Wager / Over The Top 1:01:52

4M ago1:01:52

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Many years ago, on this very podcast, a harrowing wager was made. A dangerous gamble, a roll of the dice. Would a certain character live to see the credits of Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning? Or would they, like so many before them, lose their life in the service of the greater good? The consequences for losing this bet were nebulous, an in…

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Amortize & Immortalize (w/ Haley Sacks) 1:00:01

4M ago1:00:01

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On this episode of Staying Alive, hosts Jon Gabrus and Adam Pally sit down with entrepreneur and finance influencer Haley Sacks (aka MrsDowJones) to talk about why investing is supposed to be boring, why making money isn’t just for other people, their mutual love of watches and gambling, and the very non-replicable loophole Haley uses to keep herse…

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Right Into A Freeman 1:08:21

4M ago1:08:21

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When was the last time you jumped right into a Freeman? One second, you're a normal, regular guy. The next — BOOM — you're celebrated actor and beloved Hollywood superstar Morgan Freeman. And, this is important, you can't stop at old timey baseball announcer on the way to Freeman. Sorry, we don't make the rules. In this episode: Pop-Tarts, Daddurda…

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Lunges & Cold Plunges (w/ Paul Scheer) 56:24

5M ago56:24

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On this episode of Staying Alive, hosts Jon Gabrus and Adam Pally sit down at The Comedy Store with their old friend, multitasking comedian Paul Scheer, to talk about ref’ing kid’s sports, ADHD diagnoses, getting rollerblade fit, and the time Paul flooded his house. Pally also only got one hour of sleep, and Gabrus reads out their late night/early …

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Let's Hear It For The Moms 1:01:27

4M ago1:01:27

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Almost none of us would be here without the contributions of a mother. And that's just science, folks. But, like, which mom is the best one? Which one is the worst one? If only there was a way to know for sure. In this episode: Blind Draft, Whatcha Streamin, The Sellevator Check out Imagine Dungeons, our actual play Dungeons and Dragons podcast. It…

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Hypnosis & Weight Loss (w/ Jerry O’Connell) 58:26

5M ago58:26

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On this episode of Staying Alive, hosts Jon Gabrus and Adam Pally hunker down with actor Jerry O’Connell at The Comedy Store to talk about getting fit while in the public eye, the life lessons they’ve all learned from buff men, and the lengths Jerry had to go to in order to quit smoking. Also, Pally needs help with his Sugarfish addiction, and Gabr…

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How To Make A Podcast 1:03:28

5M ago1:03:28

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A lot of people ask us how to make a podcast, and in this exclusive insider look, we're breaking it down for you. This episode is your Insider Pass, your ticket to the VIP room. It's full industry secrets only the pros know, plus a couple of the most helpful tips and tricks we've picked up on the path to becoming true titans of podcasting. Turns ou…

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Ketamine & Coping (w/ Dr. Steven Radowitz) 1:01:15

5M ago1:01:15

1:01:15

On this episode of Staying Alive, hosts Jon Gabrus and Adam Pally sit down for a third-eye opening conversation with ketamine therapist Dr Steven Radowitz of Nushama Wellness, about the many physical and mental health benefits he has seen his work provide to his patients, what kind of music is best for the journey (not “Like A Prayer”), and what ki…

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Barney Matthews Band 59:58

5M ago59:58

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Who knew there were two songs about marching ants? In this episode: Blind Draft, Road Trip Strategy, The Wheel of Cinemotion, Survivor Check out Imagine Dungeons, our actual play Dungeons and Dragons podcast. It's got original music, compelling characters, and a great story to get lost in, regardless of your level of D&D experience. What's not to l…

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Breakfast & Broken Bones (w/ Ego Nwodim) 56:44

5M ago56:44

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On this episode of Staying Alive, hosts Jon Gabrus and Adam Pally sit down with their good friend, SNL superstar Ego Nwodim, to talk primarily about menus, but also being literally thirsty versus slang thirsty, pitching sketches with a dislocated shoulder, discovering that American cheese isn’t real, and how she changed her whole relationship to fi…

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Ozempic & Bollywood (w/ Dr. Amar Shere) 57:44

5M ago57:44

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On the first episode of Staying Alive, hosts Jon Gabrus and Adam Pally sit down with cardiologist and Bollywood dance instructor Dr. Amar Shere to talk through some of his “heart-healthy hacks,” the healing power of a Bhangra beat, and then go deep peeling apart the celebrity hype from the actual health benefits of Ozempic and other semaglutides. W…

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Fixing The Oscars (With Slime) / Spring Delirium, Pt. 5 59:29

5M ago59:29

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Yeah, the prestigious movies are nice. We all love a sad biopic every now and then. We need our gut-wrenching indie coming of age dramas and our brutally honest slice-of-life character studies. But you know what else we need? For venerated actor and peerless talent, star of stage and screen, Sir Ian McKellen to get some slime dumped on him. Just on…