Best Weird Al Star Podcasts (2025)

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"All The Things You Are" by Jerome Kern & Oscar Hammerstein II 59:47

10h ago59:47

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The jazz standard "All The Things You Are" has been performed countless times by master jazz vocalists, 30s big bands, bebop small groups, hard-bop combos, modern deconstructionists, and even soon-to-be Kings of Pop. On this episode, Kirk takes listeners through the history of the now-famous tune, from its humble Broadway origins all the way to his…

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# 678 - Warren Haynes Lets His Soulshine 2:13:02

2d ago2:13:02

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I sit down with The Allman Brothers Band & Gov’t Mule guitarist, Warren Haynes. We talk about his legendary career, Dave Matthews Band, The HORDE Festival, The Trucks family, playing with Grateful Dead, and much more! Follow Warren YT: https://www.youtube.com/@warrenhaynes IG: https://www.instagram.com/thewarrenhaynes My new special “Lucky” is stre…

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Something’s Burning: A “Pinch Me, I Must Be Dreaming” w/ Heather Locklear + Jillian Barberie | S5 E14 1:29:05

3d ago1:29:05

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My 15-year-old self would not believe that Heather Locklear + Jillian Barberie willingly showed up to my kitchen for a Korean meal and conversation… but it happened. These icons and I talked about sharks, therapy, Heather’s exes, and for the first time in Something’s Burning history – they asked for a to-go container. Nailed it.Follow Heather Lockl…

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S22,E03: 05/26/25 (COMEDY! Weird Al Yankovic, Flight of the Conchords, Garfunkel and Oates, Lemon Sisters, Lonely Island, Asylum Street Spankers, Monty Python, Wynonie Harris, Muppets, Bo Burnham, Tim ... 1:04:26

4d ago1:04:26

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SEASON 22 EPISODE 3 SPECIAL "COMEDY MUSIC" EPISODE! The Check's in the Mail - "Weird Al" Yankovic Foux Du Fafa - Flight of the Conchords Carol Brown - Flight of the Conchords You Don't Have to Be a Prostitute - Flight of the Conchords Pregnant Women are Smug - Garfunkel and Oates 29 / 31 - Garfunkel and Oates In My Country - The Lemon Sisters Natal…

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Does a Skenes Trade Make Sense? Plus, Slumpin' Orioles, Devers v. Red Sox, and SchwarBOMBs 1:11:46

8d ago1:11:46

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EP 134: This week, Alex and Travis open with a deep dive on the Orioles and try to figure out why they have started the season so poorly. They go on to discuss the drama surrounding Rafael Devers' position and Kyle Schwarber's surprising consistency, before closing with their thoughts on a potential Paul Skenes trade and a recap of the heating up A…

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# 677 - Ari Matti is on Your Sleep Schedule 1:56:40

9d ago1:56:40

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I sit down with comedian Ari Matti to talk about growing up in Estonia, Kill Tony, bartending, MMA stories, The Mothership, traveling the world, and when David Hasselhoff tried to steal his ex-girlfriend! Follow Ari IG: https://www.instagram.com/arimatticomedy My new special “Lucky” is streaming now on Netflix! -------------------------------------…

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Something’s Burning: If We Had $60,000,000, We’d ALL Be Rich | Ed Robertson + Mark McGrath | S5 E13 1:53:54

10d ago1:53:54

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Sugar Ray and Barenaked Ladies lead singers, Mark McGrath and Ed Robertson, swing by my kitchen to discuss the music industry, how their songs affected my life, and getting older. I make ‘em Chinese Chicken (of course) and we ALL sing One Week. Because, you have to. Catch them on tour TOGETHER this summer… Last Summer on Earth Tour - https://www.ba…

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"Total Eclipse of the Heart" by Jim Steinman and Bonnie Tyler 1:00:19

14d ago1:00:19

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Turn around... every now and then I get a little lonely and the snare is sounding small Turn around... every now and then I get a little bit tired of listening to the sound of sleigh bells Turn around... every now and then I get a little bit nervous that the cannons will not fire Turn around... ...every now and then Kirk decides to take on a classi…

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Episode 256" - Mike Solton (Part 3) 1:11:27

16d ago1:11:27

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Dave and Ethan welcome Mike Solton for the third and final part of his renowned interview about his lifelong friendship with Weird Al. Mike shares an exclusive lost Weird Al music recording, reveals his integral role in the creation of Al-TV, and regales us with incredible insights into Weird Al's songs, music videos and rarities. ABOUT Since 2019,…

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# 676 - My Dad Al Kreischer 1:56:54

16d ago1:56:54

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I sit down with my Dad Al Kreischer to talk about his early days as a lawyer, his parents, what I was like as a kid, and much more! My new special “Lucky” is streaming now on Netflix! --------------------------------------------------- Sponsors: Tecovas - Right now get 10% off at https://tecovas.com/BERT when you sign up for email and texts. Cornbr…

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Something’s Burning: Drinking Ladies Drinks and Tattooing Man Stuff with AlexSucks | S5 E12 1:09:39

17d ago1:09:39

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All four members of the band, ALEXSUCKS, come by the kitchen for corn dogs, French 75s, and tattooing that could definitely go aggressively wrong.Follow ALEXSUCKS:https://www.instagram.com/alexsucksThis episode is brought to you by Tastemade. Try Tastemade+ free for 7 days right now at https://tastemade.com/BURNINGSUBSCRIBE so you never miss a vide…

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# 675 - Sam Jay is Black & Gay 2:20:43

23d ago2:20:43

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I sit down with comedian Sam Jay. We talk about luck vs attitude, Coke vs Pepsi, shitting the bed, white food and much more! My new special “Lucky” is streaming now on Netflix!Follow SamIG:https://www.instagram.com/samjaycomic/---------------------------------------------------Sponsors:SelectQuote - Get the right life insurance for YOU, for LESS, a…

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Something’s Burning: Iliza Shlesinger + Noah Galuten + The World’s Greatest Sausage Bread | S5 E11 1:47:30

24d ago1:47:30

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Comedian Iliza Shlesinger and her chef-husband Noah Galuten come by the kitchen so I can show Noah EXACTLY how to make his food… pulling recipes right out of his newest cookbook. And, not gonna lie – I killed it at the sausage bread.Follow Iliza Shlesinger:https://www.instagram.com/ilizasFollow Noah Galuten:https://www.instagram.com/galutenDon’t mi…

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Bluey, Background Jazz, and the 'Best' Metal Guitar Solo 1:08:00

28d ago1:08:00

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How should you count The Police's "Bed's Too Big Without You?" Why do so many people revere Marty Friedman's solo on Megadeth's "Tornado of Souls"? What's going on with those pauses during the Bluey theme? And what the heck is that sound on Sly and the Family Stone's "Sex Machine"? Those questions and many more on the first mailbag episode of Seaso…

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# 674 - Billy Gardell is a Quitter 1:34:39

30d ago1:34:39

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I sit down with actor and comedian Billy Gardell. We talk about his incredible weight loss journey, addiction, getting sober, cheat meals, Mike & Molly, empty nesting, and much more! The 2 Bears, 5K in Tampa is less than 1 week away! Sign up at https://www.2bears5k.com My new special “Lucky” is streaming now on Netflix! Follow Billy IG: https://www…

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Something’s Burning: Trevor Wallace + Michael Blaustein + The Secret | S5 E10 1:40:16

1M ago1:40:16

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Stiff Socks hosts Trevor Wallace + Michael Blaustein stop by the kitchen for a good ol’ fashioned crawfish boil. We go in deep on porn, other comedians, and I spill a secret I haven’t told ANYONE.Follow Trevor Wallace:https://www.instagram.com/trevorwallaceFollow Michael Blaustein:https://www.instagram.com/blaucomedyThis episode is brought to you b…

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Judge Isn't Human, Early Season Surprises, Soto Trade Revisited 1:05:10

1M ago1:05:10

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EP 133: This week Alex and Travis open by putting Aaron Judge's current stretch of dominance into a historical context. Then, they review the biggest surprises teams, both good and bad, thus far in 2025, before shedding some light on some breakout Nationals stars that came from the 2022 Juan Soto trade.…

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S22,E01: 04/28/25 (Foamboy, Zack Keim, Panda Bear, The Innocence Mission, Dyan, Dean Wareham, cagedancr.) 50:09

1M ago50:09

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Season 22 Episode 2 Edibles - Foamboy Washington DC - Zack Keim Better Days - Zack Keim Praise - Panda Bear Ends Meet - Panda Bear Midwinter Swimmers - The Innocence Mission John Williams - The Innocence Mission Pray to Me - Dyan What Fiction Is For - Dyan You Were the Ones I Had to Betray - Dean Wareham The Cloud is Coming - Dean Wareham Fine Day …

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Episode 255" - Dr. Demento's 84th Birthday Celebration Recap 1:12:27

1M ago1:12:27

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Dave and Ethan catch up on Weird Al news and talk about their weekend of Weird Al related fun including attending Dr. Demento's private birthday celebration and catching Jon "Bermuda" Schwartz performing with another band! ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, and fandom of “Weird Al” Ya…

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# 673 - Jessica Kirson Is the Man 1:51:56

1M ago1:51:56

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I sit down with comedian, Jessica Kirson. We talk about having 4 daughters, menopause, coming out, and much more! Stream her new special “I’m the Man” on Hulu April 25th The 2 Bears, 5K in Tampa is less than 2 weeks away! Sign up at https://www.2bears5k.com My new special “Lucky” is streaming now on Netflix! Follow Jessica YT: https://www.youtube.c…

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Something’s Burning: It’s Racin’ Season With Kyle + Samantha Busch | S5 E09 1:23:24

1M ago1:23:24

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NASCAR legend Kyle Busch and his wife, Samantha, stop by the kitchen on their way to the Daytona 500… and we talk about everything from Kyle’s career to Samantha’s cooking content. And, while we chat - I make a Sweet Tea Fried Chicken Sandwich with pimento cheese and Alabama White Sauce – in honor of Race Day! Follow Kyle Busch: https://www.instagr…

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The Music of the Muppets 1:03:43

1M ago1:03:43

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Kirk pays a visit the musical world of The Muppets, from their Sesame Street origins in the 60s to the globe-hopping, cinematic heights of the 70s and 80s, with plenty of detours along the way. FEATURING: "Sesame Street Theme" by Joe Raposo, Jon Stone, and Bruce Hart "Mah Na Mah Na" by Piero Umilliani from Sweden: Heaven and Hell "Pinball Number Co…

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# 672 - AJ Wilkerson Diagnoses Me with Autism 1:39:52

1M ago1:39:52

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I sit down with rising comedian, AJ Wilkerson. We talk about living with autism, best time travel movies, touring with Jason Mewes, getting cut from Clerks 3, and much more! My new special “Lucky” is streaming now on Netflix! Follow AJ YT: https://www.youtube.com/@ajwilkersoncomedy IG: https://www.instagram.com/ajwilkersoncomedy -------------------…

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Something’s Burning: Complete Chaos with Luenell and Kathy Griffin | S5 E08 1:43:59

1M ago1:43:59

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This time, Luenell and Kathy Griffin stop by, and things go from chaos to absolute pandemonium… there’s cancel culture, celebrity cameos, the obliteration of my name, and of course, critiques on my cooking. And then they went to The Ivy. Follow Luenell: https://www.instagram.com/luenell Follow Kathy Griffin: https://www.instagram.com/kathygriffin D…

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# 671 - Gene Simmons KISS and Tells 1:09:47

2M ago1:09:47

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I sit down with the legendary KISS bassist/singer, Gene Simmons. We talk about dating Cher, Diana Ross, how KISS got their makeup, how he met his wife, the future of concerts, and much more! My new special “Lucky” is streaming now on Netflix! Follow Gene IG: https://www.instagram.com/genesimmons --------------------------------------------------- S…

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S5 E07: Epic Roles + Wrestle-Mania w/ O’Shea Jackson Jr + Paul Walter Hauser 1:16:38

2M ago1:16:38

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O’Shea Jackson Jr and Paul Walter Hauser come by the kitchen to impress me with their epic movie roles… while I try and impress them with braised short ribs. But, I can’t hold a candle to playing Ice Cube, Richard Jewel, Chris Farley OR being in a Den of Thieves trilogy. We also talk a lot about their true passion – wrestling. And they definitely h…

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S22,E01: 04/07/25 (FINALLY! Hugo Brijs, Twist, Boyscott, Richard Cheese, Chinese American Bear, and Rubblebucket) 51:27

2M ago51:27

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Season 22 Episode 1 Keep Your Light On - Hugo Brijs Youth Fool - Twist Payphone - Twist Arthur Kill - Boyscott Lima - Boyscott Just Like Heaven - Richard Cheese The Greatest - Richard Cheese Kids Go Down (孩子们的时光) - Chinese American Bear Yummy Yummy Yummy (好吃好吃) - Chinese American Bear Rattlesnake - Rubblebucket Morning Glory Blanket - Rubblebucket …

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"Roulette Dares (The Haunt Of)" by The Mars Volta 59:07

2M ago59:07

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Kirk digs into one of the most dense and challenging records in his collection, with an analysis of "Roulette Dares (The Haunt Of)" from The Mars Volta's 2003 progressive rock opus De-Loused in the Comatorium. Written by: Omar Rodríguez-López, Cedric Bixler-Zavala, and Jeremy Ward Produced by: Omar Rodríguez-López & Rick Rubin Album: De-Loused in t…

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# 670 - Meat Prints with Matteo Lane 1:06:49

2M ago1:06:49

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I sit down with comedian Matteo Lane. We talk about being bilingual, vocal ranges, fluffing, cooking, and much more! Check out his special “The Al Dente Special” on Hulu on May 16th Order his book “Your Pasta Sucks: A "Cookbook": https://amzn.to/42eHidi My new special “Lucky” is streaming now on Netflix! Follow Matteo YT: https://www.youtube.com/@m…

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Something’s Burning: Sober Coins + SAA with Noel Miller + JR De Guzman | S5 E06 1:18:46

2M ago1:18:46

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Comedians Noel Miller and JR De Guzman come by the kitchen to chat while I make them black bean mole and corn fritters… And the topics are WILD – everything from JR’s hot mom to sex after pregnancy. We also deep dive Noel’s ethnicity, talk about sex addicts anonymous, and create a hit song. Follow Noel Miller: https://www.instagram.com/thenoelmille…

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# 669 - From Bus Chugger to Country Star with Gavin Adcock 1:21:02

2M ago1:21:02

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I sit down with country star Gavin Adcock. We discuss his transition from playing college football, becoming the bus chugger, getting suspended, and what lead him to playing music. Gavin plays my wife and I some songs! My new special “Lucky” is streaming now on Netflix! Follow Gavin YT: https://www.youtube.com/@GavinAdcockMusic IG: https://www.inst…

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2025 MLB Season Preview!!! 1:28:20

2M ago1:28:20

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EP 132: Alex opens with a discussion on the stacked crop of right fielders going into the new season, and then he previews the 2025 MLB season by breaking down the win-loss projections for each division on Fangraphs.By Alex Jonietz and Travis Miller

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Something’s Burning: Talkin’ (But Not Doing) Clean Living with Nick Thune + Trae Crowder | S5 E05 1:10:49

2M ago1:10:49

1:10:49

Comedians Nick Thune and Trae Crowder come over for homemade gnocchi – vegan style. We talk Nick’s sobriety, Trae’s weight fluctuation… and lots of guy stuff: farts, jerking off, and porn to be specific. Check out Nick's new YT Special, Born Young here! https://tinyurl.com/tbtncjby Check out Trae's new YT Special, Trash Daddy here! https://tinyurl.…

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"Fast As You Can" by Fiona Apple 52:41

2M ago52:41

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Kirk digs into Fiona Apple's breakneck 1999 single "Fast As You Can," a cornerstone in her late 90s collaborations with Jon Brion, as well as her work with drummer Matt Chamberlain. Written by: Fiona Apple Produced by: Jon Brion Album: When The Pawn..., 1999 Listen/Buy via Album.Link ALSO REFERENCED/DISCUSSED: Jon Brion in Performing Songwriter Mag…

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Episode 254" - Mike Solton (Part 2) 55:27

2M ago55:27

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Weird Al's childhood friend Mike Solton returns in part two of his interview with Dave and Ethan. Mike discusses unreleased songs he worked on with Al, the radio show they regularly contributed to, and the call-in phone joke line they ran while in high school. If you think you know everything there is to know about Weird Al - Mike Solton will conti…

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# 668 - Tom Green & I Build Our Dream Town 1:17:26

2M ago1:17:26

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I sit down with the legend, Tom Green. We talk about Tom’s farm, why Canada boos America, The Tom Green Show, his movie career, traveling, getting third degree burns, and much more! My new special “Lucky” is streaming now on Netflix! Check out Tom’s new documentary “This is the Tom Green Documentary” on Amazon Prime Follow Tom YT: https://www.youtu…

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Something’s Burning: Waiting for Warren Sapp with Pacman + Tish Jones & LeeAnn | S5 E04 1:11:35

2M ago1:11:35

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Adam “Pacman” Jones and his wife, Tish Holmes-Jones, come by the New Orleans kitchen for an impromptu double date with me and LeeAnn. While we’re waiting for Warren Sapp to show – I make a gumbo and LeeAnn makes some cheddar corn biscuits. We also get to the bottom of why Pacman was suspended, black vs white strip clubs, and get more than a little …

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Episode 253" - Mike Solton (Part 1) 50:27

3M ago50:27

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Dave and Ethan kick off their interview with Mike Solton, who first met Weird Al in seventh grade, and have been Close Personal Friends since. In the first part of their multi-episode conversation with Mike, he shares some incredible stories, insights, and revelations about Weird Al's teenage years that you will not want to miss! Summer Woods also …

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# 667 - Matthew Broussard & Ari Shaffir Get Shocked 1:23:36

3M ago1:23:36

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I sit down with comedians, Matthew Broussard & Ari Shaffir. We talk about Matthews brain, his new special, confrontations, judaism, and much more! Check out Matthew’s new special “HYPERBOLIC” on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5UECGG-CD88&t=226s Check out Ari’s special “America’s Sweetheart” on Netflix Follow Matthew YT: https://www.y…

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Something’s Burning: Track and Field and Football with RG3 + Grete Griffin | S5 E3 1:17:58

3M ago1:17:58

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NFL Rookie of the Year (2012) Robert Griffin III and his just-as-impressively-athletic wife, Grete, stop by the New Orleans kitchen to chat about heptathlons, plaits vs braids, and being overprepared. Plus, I’m experimenting with upside-down cooking… and it goes as well as can be expected. Follow Robert Griffin III: https://www.instagram.com/rgiii …

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"Where The Streets Have No Name" and "With Or Without You" by U2 59:24

3M ago59:24

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Strong Songs Season Seven kicks off with two of the most famous songs ever recorded, from one of the biggest bands in the world. U2's "Where the Streets Have No Name" and "With or Without You" make up two-thirds of the three-song "suite" of hit singles that kicked off their 1987 album The Joshua Tree. As it turns out, the two songs have a lot to sa…

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# 666 - Big Jay Oakerson is a Hardcore Christian 1:23:00

3M ago1:23:00

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I sit down with comedian, Big Jay Oakerson. We talk about his new special, fixing yourself, painters, what we would do if we had 6 months to live, and much more! Check out his new special “THEM” on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T12MMZ69Z2Y Follow YT: https://www.youtube.com/@bigjayoakerson IG: https://www.instagram.com/bigjayoakerso…

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Something’s Burning: Becoming Besties with Brianna LaPaglia and Josh Richards | S5 E02 1:19:36

3M ago1:19:36

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The BFF’s of Barstool, Josh Richards and Brianna (Chickenfry) LaPaglia stop by my New Orleans kitchen for a little luck of the Irish… I’m making dingle pies, mushy peas, and getting the low-down on how a new generation handles fame. We’re also shot-gunning beer, shooting Por Osos espresso shots and getting to know each other’s backstories – the Swa…

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# 665 - Strawberry Fuzz is Sick 1:31:51

3M ago1:31:51

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I sit down to drink with punk band, Strawberry Fuzz. We talk about 80's icons, writing/recording their own music, skate culture, Dave Matthews, and they play acoustic versions of 5 of their songs. Song Order: No Lighter RATFACE Green Room Way Too Fast WHERE HAVE YOU BEEN F*CK Follow YT: https://www.youtube.com/@strawberryfuzz-band IG: https://www.i…

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Something’s Burning: Jews Can’t Handle Spice with Adam Ray, Cam Heyward, + Rich Eisen | S5 E01 59:10

3M ago59:10

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It’s a mixed bag when comedian Adam Ray, pro-athlete Cam Heyward, and sportscaster Rich Eisen swing by my New Orleans kitchen during Super Bowl week to sample a local fav – po’ boys! We also almost kill Adam with jalapenos, make Rich eat food outside his comfort zone, and load Cam up with some one-liners for next season’s defensive line. Follow Ada…

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Season Seven Announcement! 5:25

3M ago5:25

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Strong Songs Season Seven is now underway! You can listen to the season premiere right now on Patreon, or here in the main feed in two weeks, on March 7. For those next two weeks, sign up to become a patron of the show and use the code "STRONG" and you'll get 80% off your first month. So basically, you can listen to the premiere right now for one d…

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# 664 - Marc Maron & I Clear the Air 1:16:17

3M ago1:16:17

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I sit down with comedian, Marc Maron. We talk about our little mix up, how he prepares for an interview, his girlfriends passing, working with Sharon Stone, and much more! Go to https://www.wtfpod.com for all of Marc’s tour dates Follow IG: https://www.instagram.com/marcmaron --------------------------------------------------- Sponsors: Fabric - Jo…

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Something’s Burning: Hot Gossip + History Lessons with Jack Osbourne + Nick Viall | S4 E25 1:06:13

3M ago1:06:13

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Jack Osbourne and Nick Viall, fast friends from Fox’s Special Forces, stop by the kitchen for a shawarma cake that may or may not work out. We’re spilling tea, talking British History, and I’m getting the inside scoop about the Royals. Follow Jack Osbourne: https://www.instagram.com/jackosbourne Follow Nick Viall: https://www.instagram.com/nickvial…

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Episode 252" - SF Sketchfest 2025 Recap 1:17:27

4M ago1:17:27

1:17:27

Dave and Ethan catch up on the latest Weird Al related news, and Ethan recaps his recent trip to San Francisco Sketchfest 2025 where he attended, and participated in, the stimulating reunion performance of Tight & Nerdy, the world's first and only all Weird Al themed burlesque troupe. Ethan also shares his thoughts on the upcoming documentary, afte…

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# 663 - Felipe Esparza’s Brother Stole His Identity 1:13:40

4M ago1:13:40

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I sit down with comedian, Felipe Esparza to talk about Ken Flores passing, going to a Dodger game with George Lopez, his brother stealing his identity, his new special, and much more! Watch Felipe’s new special “Raging Fool” on Netflix now! Follow IG: https://www.instagram.com/felipeesparzacomedian YT: https://www.youtube.com/user/felipeesparza ---…

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