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Welcome to the monthly Student of Life Podcast with Tim Pratt Jr. This is a space where we lean into real life with honesty, authenticity, and balanced transparency. It’s not about chasing more information, we already have plenty of that. We’re not here just to collect more knowledge, we’re here to apply it, to walk it out, and to grow in wisdom. My prayer is that as you listen, God meets you in a personal way, revealing truths that have been with you all along and equipping you for the jour ...
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In Club Random, Bill Maher unleashes his comedic wit on an unpredictable lineup – from Bill Burr and Jerry Seinfeld to Quentin Tarantino and Neil deGrasse Tyson – digging into everything but politics. It’s Maher in his familiar element: one-on-one vibes, unfiltered laughs, and the kind of freewheeling banter only he can deliver. For advertising opportunities please email [email protected] We wanna make the podcast even better, help us learn how we can: https://bit.ly/2EcYbu4 ...
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Actor/comedian and sitcom star Tim Allen drops by for a free-wheeling talk that veers from the unglamorous truths of RV life (yes, waste management) to UFOs, ancient pyramids, and everything we still can’t explain. Along the way, he and Bill swap comedy scars – bombing on The Tonight Show, the mystery of timing, and why some jokes are doomed – whil…
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In this episode of Student of Life, I’m processing something I believe the Lord has been pressing on my heart: returning to our first love. It’s easy to become agenda-driven with Jesus—always needing something, always rushing, always turning faith into tasks. Using Mary and Martha (Luke 10) and Jesus’ warning to the church in Ephesus (Revelation 2)…
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Every friendship has an origin story, and for John Stamos and Bill Maher, it starts with a near-fight in the ’90s that somehow took 30 years to resolve. The two clear the air over booze, VIP access, and bruised egos before diving into Don Rickles’ fearless comedy and why it wouldn’t survive today. Stamos shares a moving story about seeing Sinatra p…
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Filmmaker Gus Van Sant joins Bill Maher for a candid conversation that pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to survive in Hollywood. Van Sant opens up about the scrappy, crowdfunded reality behind Dead Man’s Wire, studio politics, and why critics may have saved his career. The two dig into his iconic films (Drugstore Cowboy, My Own Privat…
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On this month’s Club Random Classics, Bill Maher sits down with comedian Nikki Glaser for a wide-ranging conversation about social media and self-image, Instagram perfection, how partners really see each other, the appeal of dating a celebrity, the value of couples therapy, and the art of a killer opening joke – plus why Nikki attended 18 Taylor Sw…
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Bill Maher sits down with Oscar-winning director Barry Levinson for a fast and funny masterclass in storytelling. Levinson revisits the Diner years and the “controlled chaos” of getting real performances – why loose, actor-driven rhythm can beat perfect dialogue, and how ensemble films changed the game. From there, it’s a hop through Hollywood hist…
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Ana Kasparian joins Bill Maher for a wild Club Random ride that swerves from Armenian moms with rolling pins and post-coital crossword puzzles to explosive debates on Israel-Gaza, trans rights, and California chaos. They spar thoughtfully on the AI job apocalypse and crime reforms gone wrong, Ana gets personal about her pandemic marriage, leaving t…
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In this episode of Student of Life, we unpack why heroic leadership leads to burnout and chaos — and how clarity, systems thinking, and simple rhythms can transform how teams work and thrive. Student of Life Guide — “Beyond Heroic Leadership” Heroic leadership feels sacrificial, but it’s actually a symptom of an unhealthy system. Sustainable teams …
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Bill Maher kicks back with John Malkovich for a candid conversation that jumps from Death of a Salesman and his new series Bad Monkey to his unexpected love of classical-music collaborations—and why so much theater ends up “a misery.” Malkovich opens up about his Leave-It-to-Beaver childhood, his 82nd Airborne environmentalist father, getting beate…
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Bill Maher sits down with Lara Trump for a blunt, surprisingly open conversation that jumps from Trump the man vs. Trump the caricature to crypto, bank blacklisting, immigration raids, tariffs, Russia, and the myth vs. reality of how the economy actually works. With Secret Service in the room (and definitely pretending not to listen), Bill doesn’t …
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On this month’s Club Random Classics: Bill Maher and Bill Burr chop it up about, cancel culture, aging out of drinking, kids killing the vibe, self-driving cars, and the age-gap roast-off between the two Bills. They also get into Maher’s leopard-shoe incident, the absurdity of award shows, Burr falling hard for his wife, and his thoughts on The Bea…
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Bill Maher pours a drink and settles in with Patton Oswalt for a sharp, hilarious tour through comedy, culture, and the weird world we call home. From dissecting Carly Simon’s “You’re So Vain” to breaking down Trump as the ultimate teenage troll, Patton digs into the line between being childlike and childish, how audiences have evolved (or devolved…
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In this unforgettable episode of Club Random, Bill Maher sits down with Cheryl Hines for a funny and unpredictable chat about politics, marriage, sex, science, and self-awareness. Cheryl opens up about life with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. — from their late-night TV habits to living under scrutiny in a world gone click-crazy. They trade sharp takes on pa…
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We love the moment of the shout—the energy, the emotion, the breakthrough. But what happens after? In this episode of Student of Life, we talk about the life that follows the moment how self-discipline, wisdom, and the whole counsel of the gospel move us from inspiration to transformation. 📘 Student of Life Guide: “Life After the Shout” Key Idea Sp…
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Bill Maher welcomes Michael Rapaport for a raw, hilarious conversation about comedy, culture, and chaos. They revisit their Improv days, debate the death of R-rated comedies, and unpack the rise of cancel culture. Rapaport gets fired up about crime and safety in New York City, policing, and politics, while Bill breaks down media hypocrisy and apolo…
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Charlie Sheen joins Bill Maher for an off-the-rails, hilarious, and unexpectedly heartfelt ride through fame, fallout, and second (and third... and fourth) chances. From his stolen Mercedes getting pushed off a cliff to carving Christmas prime rib in jail, Charlie’s stories are pure Sheen – wild, funny, and shockingly sincere. The two trade tales a…
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Bill Maher is joined by media personality and podcaster Billy Bush for a sharp, surprising, and hilarious conversation that bounces from family dynasties to the minefields of modern media. Bush opens up about growing up a Manhattan kid with presidential uncles, surviving scandal, and finding his voice again behind the mic. The two swap stories abou…
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On Club Random Classics this month, we’re rolling back to June 22, 2022 – when Bill sat down with Jimmy Kimmel. The two riff on why Bill hates hockey, how his advice could’ve cost Jimmy millions, the Conan O’Brien–Jay Leno late-night wars, why Jimmy loves Letterman, his famous circle of friends, and the time college-aged Jimmy saw Bill and Jerry Se…
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Bill Maher sits down with Fargo star and Shameless legend William H. Macy for a wildly funny, unfiltered ride through the craft of acting, poker, politics, and the chaos of Hollywood. Macy opens up about his unconventional college years and the creative spark that came from meeting playwright David Mamet, leading to a lifelong obsession with truth …
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Bill Maher welcomes Yungblud (Dominic Harrison) for a no-rules conversation packed with wild tour stories, culture shocks, and rock-and-roll revelations. From growing up in a Doncaster guitar shop (while convinced Rod Stewart was his granddad) to near-arrests in Japan, tour bus rules, midnight truck stops, and crew parties that never end, Yungblood…
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Every leader takes hits—but maturity is learning which ones to absorb and which ones to address. In this episode of Student of Life, we look at how Jesus modeled restraint and discernment under pressure. Sometimes He took the hit and moved on. Other times, He spoke up and confronted what needed to change. True leadership isn’t about avoiding confli…
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Bill Maher sits down with Seth Green for a fast, funny conversation that zig-zags from Hollywood war stories to pop-culture philosophy – including a wild night on the town with Macaulay Culkin, Andy Dick, and Marilyn Manson that went spectacularly sideways. They trade notes on weed, hemp, and the myth-versus-merit of CBD, then dive into the child-a…
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Rob Reiner swings by Club Random for a fast, funny hang with Bill. They dig into the long-awaited Spinal Tap sequel – 41 years later – recounting how both films were built from nothing more than an outline and pure chaos. From Johnny Carson to TikTok, they unpack the death of a shared audience, trade sharp lines on aging, health, and bathroom wisdo…
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Bill Maher and Mike Tyson randomly riff on why Mike flies Jet Blue, how everybody wants to beat up Jake Paul, pigeon racing, the best punch known to man, and the tragedy of Amber Heard and Johnny Depp. Subscribe to the Club Random YouTube channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/clubrandompodcast?sub_confirmation=1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Watch episodes ad-fre…
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Bill Maher sits down with Smashing Pumpkins icon Billy Corgan for his second visit to Club Random, diving into free speech, political division, and the rise of AI in music and entertainment. Billy riffs on reaching his own version of Valhalla but finding real joy in unconditional love, shares stories of bringing his kids on stage to dance during sh…
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Bill kicks back with Sopranos star Drea de Matteo for an unfiltered hang that runs from Italian pride to behind-the-scenes lore – casting authenticity and on-set memories. Drea opens up about career turbulence, agency fallout, and her OnlyFans pivot. They also trade takes on Catholic school, politics, spirituality, AI’s impact on work, art vs. ideo…
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It’s easy to say we have faith in God until that faith confronts the parts of us we don’t want to change. In this episode of Student of Life, we’ll unpack the danger of selective faith: trusting God in the areas that feel safe while resisting Him where it costs us most. Real faith doesn’t just comfort us it transforms us. 📘 Student of Life Guide (T…
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Bill sits down with Woody Allen for a wide-ranging conversation on comedy, film, and everything in between. They swap stories from the comedy-club era and dig into Woody’s craft – his “do less” rule, why he hates rehearsal, and what it’s like to direct once you’ve aged out of a role (including casting others to play the parts you once did). Woody w…
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This week Bill finally meets the genie of his boyhood dreams – and yes, he even brought the bottle. Barbara Eden drops by for a warm, witty time capsule only a true showbiz legend can deliver: memories of Elvis Presley, the 60th anniversary of I Dream of Jeannie, belly-button “censorship” and why the bottle was never allowed in the bedroom. Bill gi…
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We’re shifting from a weekly season format to a monthly rhythm with room for bonus episodes along the way. The world is noisy, so instead of adding to the noise, each episode will carry more depth as in more meat than milk. In addition, each episode will have a Student of Life Guide to help you engage and go deeper with the content. This new vision…
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From AI doomsday paranoia to Arnold’s grandpa art projects, Bill and Chris cover it all – California taxes, broken-thermostat politics, why movies predict the future, and how Pratt went from Parks and Rec’s lovable goof to full-fledged leading man. Along the way: quantum qubits, AI girlfriends, and the wild story of his door-to-door salesman days. …
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Bill Maher and Drew Barrymore kick back on the iconic Club Random swing – a first-ever episode filmed in this new spot. From Hollywood highs to deeply personal moments, nothing’s off-limits. Drew dishes on her unconventional childhood, wild nights at Studio 54, and being institutionalized as a teen, experiences that shaped her grit, resilience, and…
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In this episode of Club Random, Grammy-winning rock star Rick Springfield gets raw about fame, depression, and why getting older might be the best gig yet. He and Bill swap stories about tripping on psychedelics, battling bad music critics, discovering Beatles lyrics by hand, and wild run-ins with Elvis and The Bee Gees. They riff on everything fro…
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Bill Maher and YouTube star Brian Tyler Cohen dive into the chaos of modern politics in a freewheeling conversation covering everything from wrestling and weed to identity politics and the Iran deal. They debate whether Democrats are too focused on checking boxes to win elections, break down Trump’s psychological warfare, and label one rising Democ…
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In an exclusive and unfiltered conversation, Bill Maher sits down with legendary musician Billy Joel for a rare long-form interview about life, legacy, and the making of his new HBO documentary, Billy Joel: And So It Goes. From the early days playing Long Island bars to selling out Madison Square Garden for decades, Billy reflects on the stories be…
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In the latest Club Random, Bill Maher goes toe-to-toe with actor-activist John Leguizamo in a rapid-fire conversation that jumps from the Knicks firing Tom Thibodeau to the eternal New York vs. L.A. debate. They dive into Latino representation in Hollywood and Leguizamo’s MSNBC docuseries "Leguizamo Does America," while trading war stories about aw…
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Whitney Cummings drops by Club Random and things get weirdly hilarious in the best way. What starts as a wild gift quickly spirals into an uncensored dive into loneliness, AI, and the strange ways we seek connection. Bill and Whitney riff on everything from UFOs and conspiracy theories to the creeping presence of tech in our lives — and who’s reall…
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Bill Maher sits down with Odell Beckham Jr. for a wide-ranging conversation on everything from his iconic Giants catch to navigating injuries and the intensity of being in the spotlight. Odell opens up about the coaches and quarterbacks he respects, teases a possible return to the field, and reflects on the values of humility, fatherhood, teamwork,…
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Bill Maher welcomes actor Esai Morales for a rapid-fire hangout that jumps from tequila and raw-food fitness to fatherhood and playing the villain in Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning. They swap Pacino impressions, riff on devil lore and dating, then spiral into AI and conspiracy theories. Subscribe to the Club Random YouTube channel: https…
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Sean Penn returns to Club Random for another wild ride with Bill Maher. From kissing James Franco in Milk to drone warfare in Ukraine, the conversation covers it all, politics, war, Hollywood, and even AI going rogue. Sean opens up about his documentary Superpower, Putin’s ambitions, America’s contradictions, and what it means to live fully in a br…
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Bush frontman Gavin Rossdale drops by Club Random to chat with Bill Maher about his new album “I Beat Loneliness,” the craft of songwriting, touring life, dad duties, aging like a rock star, mental health, religion, AI paranoia - and yes, a little life advice from David Bowie himself. Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you'r…
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David Mamet and Bill Maher cover a lot of ground this spirted conversation, discussing Mamet’s recent film Henry Johnson, his upcoming projects including a novel on education and a film about Abraham Lincoln, the 2020 election, media bias, foreign interference in U.S. elections, Trump’s leadership style, gender policies in sports, the state of Cali…
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Bill Maher sits down with Tim Pool host of The Culture War Podcast for a conversation on health, aging and the bizarre wellness trends sweeping the culture to the impact of media polarization, the manipulation of public perception, generational divides in politics, the rise of wokeness, and the cultural shifts defining Gen Z and Gen Alpha, the chal…
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In this episode, we explore the 10 key areas that shape your life from your spiritual walk to your relationships, work, health, and more. Each domain is connected, and growth in one impacts the others. You’ll learn why clarity is the starting point, how improvement is always possible, and how personal growth leads to greater confidence, purpose, an…
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Today, I want to talk about Paul and how he modeled Jesus. Not the soundbite version of Paul, but the real man, rooted in the gospel and radically effective because he understood people, context, and culture. If Paul were around today, I think he’d be deeply misunderstood. One crowd would accuse him of “platforming pagan voices.” Another would say …
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On this episode, Bill sits down with fitness icon, wellness entrepreneur and straight-talking firebrand Jillian Michaels. Bill and Jillian settle in for a free-wheeling chat that drifts from lighthearted ribbing to debates about public health, politics, and pop culture. One minute they’re laughing about early-morning phone alerts or swapping travel…
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Bill Maher sits down with Tony Hinchcliffe, the ringmaster behind the hit live podcast Kill Tony. Tony reminisces about his early days answering phones at the Comedy Store, how Mitzi Shore ruled the club, how talent coordinators silently decide careers, the jelly fish ghost in the Belly room, Tony’s Puerto Rico joke at the Trump rally and the socia…
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On this episode Bill hangs out with author-podcaster Lewis Howes for a free-wheeling chat about life choices and staying sane. They swap stories on moving to L.A., falling in (and out of) love, and how childhood baggage can push you toward self-improvement—or self-destruction. Bill explains why he’s happily child-free and “married to the job,” whil…
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On this episode, Bill hangs out with actor Terrence Howard for a free-wheeling chat that bounces between Hollywood and big ideas. Terrence speaks about clashing with studios over money, why Empire was both a blessing and a headache, and how an early brush with Richard Dreyfus taught him to fight for every scene. He and Bill riff on environmental ju…
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On this episode Bill welcomes Turning Point USA founder and conservative firebrand Charlie Kirk. The two sit down for a long‑form, surprisingly cordial debate that roams from identity politics to faith, personal freedom, and the state of American institutions. They spar over marijuana, public safety, the limits of adult choice—topics that segue int…
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