Best Dan Darling Podcasts (2025)

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Demon Lord Retry: When Your Reboot Needs a Reboot 33:22

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What do you do when a show quietly erases its own first season? We dig into Demon Lord Retry and make the case for a rare watch order: skip straight to season two. From the opening minutes, we break down why the “continuation” acts like a do-over—restoring character arcs, tightening the lore, and reframing the central conflict around control, autho…

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NBA ‘Trick or Treat’ with Adam Mares 59:32

1d ago59:32

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Kevin O'Connor welcomes Adam Mares for a rapid-fire ‘Trick or Treat’ Halloween special. From Austin Reaves’ breakout start for the Lakers to the Pelicans’ locker room woes, Adam and KOC determine which teams and trends are merely illusions and which are genuine treats. The pair breaks down Jonathan Kuminga’s impressive start for Golden State, Miami…

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GGACP Classic: Gilbert and Frank's Halloween Recommendations 13:49

1d ago13:49

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GGACP celebrates Halloween 2025 with this ENCORE of a mini-ep from 2015, featuring Gilbert and Frank's Halloween movie recommendations. In this episode: Lon Chaney Jr. fills Karloff's boots, Walter Huston meets Agatha Christie, Gilbert’s nana praises Barry Fitzgerald and the strange passions of Lionel Atwill. PLUS: The boys (finally) track down Jan…

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T-Wolves PG problems, rise of the full court press + more NBA week 1 reactions with Dane Moore 59:45

5d ago59:45

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Kevin O'Connor is joined by Dane Moore, host of the Dane Moore NBA Show, to dig into the Timberwolves' complicated point guard situation and the team's shifting identity in a stacked Western Conference. Recorded before the news of Anthony Edwards' hamstring injury, Kevin & Dane react to his evolving role as a potential lead guard with Julius Randle…

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Rick Baker & David J. Skal Encore 1:51:52

5d ago1:51:52

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GGACP celebrates Halloween week by revisiting this conversation from 2021 as Gilbert and Frank celebrate the 90th anniversaries (1931-2021) of Universal Studios’ original “Dracula” and “Frankenstein” with Oscar-winning makeup creator Rick Baker and late author-historian David J. Skal. In this episode, Rick and David talk about sympathetic monsters,…

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Turkey! Time to Strike: Bowling in the Sengoku Era 20:50

6d ago20:50

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A glowing bowling ball, a flash of light, and five girls land in the Sengoku era—what starts as a cozy sports setup turns into a time-twisting story about fate, loyalty, and what “winning” really means. We dive into Turkey: Time to Strike with open skepticism, genuine surprise, and a lot of laughs as a supposed bowling club anime morphs into a smar…

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Wemby’s special game, NBA betting scandal + opening night reactions with Kirk Henderson, Spike Eskin & Jonathan Macri 1:11:54

9d ago1:11:54

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Kevin O’Connor is joined Spike Eskin to discuss VJ Edgecombe’s incredible rookie debut for the Philadelphia 76ers in their win over the Boston Celtics and debate whether Sixers fans should be concerned about Joel Embiid. Kevin is then joined by Kirk Henderson to unpack Victor Wembanyama’s dominant performance against the Dallas Mavericks and ask wh…

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GGACP Classic: Tales from "The Carson Podcast" with Mark Malkoff (and Phil Rosenthal) 45:13

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In connection with this week's "Fun For All Ages" episode about Johnny Carson's 100th birthday, GGACP revisits this 2019 interview with comedian-historian and host of "The Carson Podcast," Mark Malkoff and Emmy-winning writer and producer (and lifelong Carson fan) Phil Rosenthal. Also in this episode: The flamboyance of Monti Rock, the “magic” of U…

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Rockets-Thunder OT thriller, Lakers look lackluster vs. Warriors + Ace Bailey on his role in Utah 1:25:34

10d ago1:25:34

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Kevin O’Connor welcomes Andrew Sharp to break down the NBA’s opening night action. From the double-overtime Rockets-Thunder thriller and SGA’s game-winning free throw to standout performances by Alperen Sengun and Amen Thompson, the duo examine early trends and dynasty potential in Oklahoma City. Kevin and Andrew also spotlight Lakers-Warriors, que…

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Don't miss any of the Fun (For All Ages with Frank Santopadre) 2:53

11d ago2:53

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Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts for a new episode every Tuesday! Subscribe now on Apple ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-for-all-ages-with-frank-santopadre/id1824012922⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Spotify ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/18EQJNDwlYMUSh2uXD6Mu6?si=97966f6f8c474bc9⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Amazon ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/13b5e…

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Chris Vernon & KOC reunite: ‘Semi-Bold Predictions’ for the 2025-26 NBA season 1:06:18

11d ago1:06:18

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Kevin O'Connor and Chris Vernon make semi-bold predictions for the 2025-26 NBA season, including which rookies will break out, MVP hopefuls, and surprise playoff teams. The pair predicts big things for Victor Wembanyama, Devin Booker, and even a potential LeBron James move away from the Lakers. Later, KOC & Verno react to NBA news such as Russell W…

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Kirk Hammett Encore 1:40:05

12d ago1:40:05

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The celebration of Halloween month continues with this classic episode from 2018 that helped inspire the format of Frank's "Fun For All Ages" podcast as Metallica guitarist, Rock & Roll Hall of Famer and monster kid Kirk Hammett discusses his lifelong love affair with horror films, his priceless collection of movie memorabilia and the shared connec…

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Kaiju No. 8 (Season 2): Cut Short, Not Cut Deep 39:36

13d ago39:36

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The season sets a feast and then walks away from the table. We dive into Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 with equal parts excitement and frustration, unpacking why an 11-episode cutoff lands at the worst possible moment and how that choice blunts an otherwise strong arc. We trace the big beats—Kafka’s mounting risk with every transformation, Director Shinomiy…

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16 biggest NBA questions with Bobby Marks, Tyrese Haliburton predicts NBA trends & fantasy basketball draft advice with Dan Titus 1:30:59

15d ago1:30:59

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Kevin O’Connor is joined by Bobby Marks to preview the 2025 NBA season and react to major preseason headlines, including Russell Westbrook signing with the Sacramento Kings and Keegan Murray’s extension. The pair discuss whether Lonzo Ball is the most underrated offseason addition, if the Spurs are being undervalued, whether the Pistons and Timberw…

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GGACP Classic: Universal Horror Films with Author-Historian Gary Gerani Part 2 43:54

16d ago43:54

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GGACP celebrates Halloween month by revisiting part two of a 2019 salute to Universal horror classics with author, screenwriter and historian Gary Gerani. In this episode: In praise of "The Raven"! The Monster takes a mate! Bela Lugosi’s finest hour! The strange life of Edgar G. Ulmer! And the absurd brilliance of “The Black Cat”! Learn more about …

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KOC & Kenny Beecham’s ‘NBA League Pass Darlings’ + NFL Week 6 reactions with John Daigle 1:21:55

18d ago1:21:55

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Kevin O’Connor and Kenny Beecham dive into the most underrated teams ahead of the 2025-26 NBA season who are sure to become ‘League Pass Darlings.’ Kenny makes the case for the Bulls’ young squad, KOC lays out the potential of Orlando’s ‘other guys’ and the duo speculates on whether the Brooklyn Nets are already tanking. Later, Kevin is joined by J…

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Universal Horror Films with Author-Historian Gary Gerani Encore 40:45

19d ago40:45

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GGACP celebrates Halloween month with this ENCORE of an informative and entertaining two-part conversation about Gilbert and Frank's beloved Universal horror classics with historian, screenwriter and author of "Top 100 Horror Movies," Gary Gerani. This week: Directed by Roger Corman! The music of Billy Goldenberg! The trials of Colin Clive! Boris K…

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Anime Lightning #3: Summer 2025 34:53

20d ago34:53

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Sharp, fast, and full of curveballs—this lightning round sprints through six anime that all ask the same question in different ways: what happens when the “support” finally becomes the center? We start with a Dark Beast Lord who revives a hero, adopts a royal orphan, and disguises himself to judge whether humanity deserves mercy. The worldbuilding …

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My Bride is a Mermaid: Merfolk, Mafia, and a Rom-Com That Actually Lands 1:04:19

21d ago1:04:19

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A mermaid saves a boy who can’t swim, and the law says someone must die—unless they marry. That’s the chaotic heart of My Bride Is a Mermaid, and we had way too much fun digging into how this rom‑com turns a deadly premise into pure comfort viewing. We talk through the early slow burn, the flip into high‑tempo mini‑arcs, and why the jokes land hard…

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KOC Mailbag: Giannis trade scenarios, Mavs variance, Ace Bailey's debut & more 40:08

23d ago40:08

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Kevin O’Connor answers fans' biggest questions ahead of the 2025-26 NBA season, starting with questions about if Giannis will still be in Milwaukee at the end of the season what with all the trade rumors surrounding him. What teams could actually put together appealing trade packages for Giannis? KOC weighs in on the Dallas Mavericks’ low floor and…

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Ouran High School Host Club: When Comedy Hides Tenderness 21:04

22d ago21:04

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The first notes of “kiss, kiss, fall in love” still flip a switch. This solo deep dive revisits Ouran High School Host Club with fresh eyes and a full heart—why Haruhi’s grounded kindness cuts through the glitter, how Tamaki’s theatrics hide a fierce tenderness, and what makes Kyoya’s “Shadow King” strategy more protective than cold. We walk throug…

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The Way Home Podcast: Nathan Finn on Carl Henry 39:47

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The Way Home Podcast: Nathan Finn on Carl Henry 39:47

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GGACP Classic: Michael Giacchino 1:49:26

23d ago1:49:26

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In connection with the latest "Fun For All Ages" episode about Atomic Age Cinema (with guest Michael Giacchino), GGACP revisits this 2018 interview with the Oscar and Grammy-winning composer. In this episode, Michael talks about his love of Japanese monster movies (including "Godzilla"), the golden age of “contract musicians,” and the influences of…

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Dan Da Dan (Season 2): Mecha, Kaiju and the Tragic Tale of Evil Eye 53:49

24d ago53:49

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A cult that feeds a “snake god,” a child ghost with a world-ending grudge, and a mecha built out of a nanotech house—Dandadan season two refuses to color inside the lines, and we’re here for every chaotic, heartfelt turn. We trace the Keto family arc from creepy hospitality to the Kurigare reveal, then sit with Evil Eye’s devastating backstory and …

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My Dress-Up Darling (Season 2): Group Cosplay, Love Confessions, and Taking Pride in Your Passions! 43:15

24d ago43:15

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Fun for All Ages with Frank Santopadre 1:55

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2025-26 NBA plotline predictions with Amin Elhassan + Week 5 NFL reactions with Warren Sharp 1:36:35

25d ago1:36:35

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Sakamoto Days: From Legendary Assassin to Family Guy with a Convenience Store 40:44

26d ago40:44

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Adam Arkin and Alan Arkin Encore 1:37:23

26d ago1:37:23

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GGACP celebrates the 50th anniversary of a Frank favorite, the western-comedy "Hearts of the West," (released October 8, 1975) co-starring GGACP guest Alan Arkin. In this interview from 2020, Alan (joined by Emmy-winning actor Adam Arkin) talks about portraying villains, directing dark comedies, the precision of the Coen brothers and the Cold War p…

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Instant Death Ability: The Ultimate Power Fantasy 1:08:22

27d ago1:08:22

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What happens when you give a sleepy, unbothered teenager the power to kill anything—and I mean anything—with a single thought? "My Instant Death Ability is So Overpowered" answers this question with a fascinating twist on the isekai genre that breaks every power scaling convention in anime. We dive deep into the world of Yogiri Takato, who somehow …

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Undead Unluck: When Bad Luck Meets Immortality, the Union Comes Calling 1:18:02

29d ago1:18:02

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We dive into Undead Unluck, an action-comedy anime about Fuuko Izumo, an 18-year-old girl with an unluck ability that brings misfortune to anyone she touches, and Andy, an immortal man seeking the perfect death. • The unique premise pairs a girl who hurts anyone she touches with a man who cannot die • Negators are people with abilities to negate ru…

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NBA Atlantic Division preview with Nekias Duncan + NFL Week 4 reaction/Week 5 preview with Joel Smyth 1:33:42

30d ago1:33:42

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KOC & Nekias Duncan react to Jonathan Kuminga and the Golden State Warriors finally agreeing to a contract--but will this deal really last? Or have the Warriors just kicked the can down the road for now as they wait to trade Kuminga for a star? The pair then preview the Atlantic Division with analysis on the Knicks, Celtics, Raptors, Sixers and Net…

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GGACP Classic: Ron Friedman Returns! 1:41:34

1M ago1:41:34

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GGACP remembers the late, great television writer Ron Friedman (“The Odd Couple,” “The Andy Griffith Show,” “All in the Family,” “Barney Miller”) by revisiting this return engagement from 2019. In this episode, Ron talks about the structure of storytelling, the importance of escapism, his years-long friendship with comics legend Stan Lee and the or…

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NBA media day reactions + Central Division preview with Alex Golden 1:05:08

1M ago1:05:08

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Kevin O'Connor reacts to the biggest news from NBA media days around the league on Monday. The LA Clippers leadership continues to deny the salary cap allegations hurled their way, meanwhile the Dallas Mavericks staff gives conflicting updates on Kyrie Irving's injury status. Elsewhere, the Houston Rockets & Denver Nuggets boast big, flexible lineu…

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Ron Friedman Encore 1:26:28

1M ago1:26:28

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The team at GGACP bids a fond farewell to our recently departed friend and one of the podcast's favorite guests, comedy writer Ron Friedman (“Get Smart,” “The Odd Couple,” “All in the Family”) by presenting this ENCORE of a memorable interview from 2018. In this episode, Ron recalls working with everyone from Lucille Ball to Milton Berle to Danny K…

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Go! Go! Loser Ranger (Season 2): Escalating Plots, Finding Purpose and Who's the Real Monsters? 13:20

1M ago13:20

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Power corrupts, and absolute power transforms heroes into the very monsters they swore to destroy. Go Go Loser Ranger masterfully subverts the traditional tokusatsu genre by revealing a dark truth: the beloved Divine Dragon Rangers subjugated the monster invasion years ago, forcing creatures to act as weekly villains to maintain their hero status. …