Distance can be a major barrier to accessing quality healthcare in a timely manner. For patients, access to air transportation can make all the difference in getting the treatment they need. However, flights can be expensive, and putting off medical care because of costs can put you or your loved ones at risk. That's where Angel Flight East comes in.Welcome to Take Off Talk with Angel Flight East, a nonprofit dedicated to facilitating free air transportation for children and adults with medi ...
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Nothing’s sweeter than the bonds of true friendship, and around here, friendship is what we do best! Listen to true stories of friendships young and old, and reach out to get on the schedule!
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Welcome to the Drunk Wives Club, a captivating show where we dive deep into relatable topics about marriage, life, work, and everything in between! Explore every aspect of being in a relationship, from the sanest to the most extraordinary encounters. This show offers valuable advice and resources to aid you on your journey through marriage and everyday life. Jess and Shannon, friends of over 15 years, offer a delightful glimpse into their married lives, sharing unique anecdotes that intertwi ...
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What is the dumbest show you can imagine? This award-winning show may be dumber. It has no content. No format. Yet it's going on ten years of delighting hundreds of thousands of people. It's been an iTunes editors choice, and Rolling Stone picked it as one of the world's best comedy podcasts. It's light in the dark, comfort in the cold and a penguin in the pants (long story). Join hosts Jesse Thorn (NPR's Bullseye) and Jordan Morris (Comedy Central's @Midnight) and a celebrity guest on a rau ...
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On this week’s episode, we welcome comedian and writer, Mike Drucker, to chat about stackin’ damage, comics made by children, the Omegavese, his new book (Good Game, No Rematch: A Life Made of Video Games), and more! Jordan will be at the Toronto Comic Arts Festival, June 7th and 8th! Jordan’s new Spider-Man’s comic is out now! Pre-order Jordan’s n…
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On this week’s episode, we welcome comedian, Brent Weinbach, to chat about Mother’s Day, McG updates, Rules 37, and more. Watch Brent’s new special, Popular Culture! Watch The Chicken Coop! And listen to Brent’s video game podcast, Legacy Music Hour! Jordan will be at the Toronto Comic Arts Festival, June 7th and 8th! Jordan’s new Spider-Man’s comi…
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Turning Miles into Miracles: The Heart of Angel Flight East with Volunteer Pilot Ben Alimasky
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14:59In this heartwarming episode of Take Off Talk, we meet Ben, a dedicated volunteer pilot with Angel Flight East, who shares his inspiring journey of combining his passion for flying with a purpose-driven mission. Ben, who has been flying out of Wings Airport in Blue Bell, Pennsylvania for over a decade, discovered Angel Flight East through fellow av…
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On this week’s episode, we welcome comic legend, Margaret Cho, to chat about snack lore, her new album (Lucky Gift), almost being shot out of a canon, competing on Jeopardy, and more! Check out Margaret’s upcoming tour dates. Order Margaret’s new album, Lucky Gift! Go see Jesse at An Evening with Kruk & Kuip: An SF Sketchfest Tribute! Jordan will b…
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Live at Sleeping Village in Chicago, with Peter Sagal and Sam Riegel!
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1:34:00This week’s episode comes to you from live from Sleeping Village in Chicago where we play games with guests Peter Sagal (Listen to Wait Wait...Don't Tell Me!) and Sam Riegel (Critical Role), plus we hear Momentous Occasions from listeners like you! Pre-order Critical Role: Smiley Day! By Sam Riegel! Go see Jesse at An Evening with Kruk & Kuip: An S…
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Turning Clouds into Hope with Volunteer Pilot Mitch VanDuyn
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19:15In this heartwarming episode of Take Off Talk, we meet Mitch, a dedicated volunteer pilot with Angel Flight East. Mitch shares his journey of flying compassion flights for over 20 years, touching lives with his selfless service. He recounts a memorable flight with a mother and her child battling cancer, where a simple act of letting her fly the pla…
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Potions & Lotions, with Jason Mantzoukas
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1:18:02On this week’s episode, we welcome back the one and only Jason Mantzoukas, back to chat his stint on Taskmaster (Season 19 out May 2nd!), shaving rules in baseball, and more! Taskmaster Season 19 premieres on YouTube May 2nd! Listen to How Did This Get Made? Big Mouth Season 8 Coming Soon! Jordan’s upcoming dates: 5/2 - Litfest in the Dena Pasadena…
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On this week’s episode, we welcome comedian, Lindsay Adams, to chat about underground candy, popping your own corn, wholesome DMs, and so much more! Go see Lindsay’s solo show in Los Angeles on May 4th! Listen to Jesse’s DJ set from Chicago! Jordan’s upcoming dates: 4/26 - Peninsula Libraries Comic and Arts Fest, Library Parks and Recreation Center…
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A Little Olaf, with Laurie Kilmartin
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1:11:36On this week’s episode, we welcome back comedian, Laurie Kilmartin (The Jackie and Laurie Show), to chat about writing for the Oscars this year, running errands, Attack on Titan, and more! See tour dates and watch Laurie’s comedy specials! Listen to Laurie Kilmartin Plays Stand-Up from Conan O’Brien’s TV Shows on SiriusXM Jordan’s new Spider-Man’s …
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Milk In The Morning, with Ren Q Dawe & Carlos Kareem Windham
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1:08:08On this week’s episode, we welcome comedians, Ren Q Dawe and Carlos Kareem Windham, to chat walkie-talkies, tour life, ghost roommates, and more! Ren’s Here To Pee Tour Dates! See Carlos in Portland on April 17th! See Carlos in Lafayette April 18th -20th! Live Jordan, Jesse, Go! in Chicago at Sleeping Village on April 11th! Jordan’s new Spider-Man’…
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On this week’s episode, we welcome author and Jimmy Kimmel Live! co-head writer, Danny Ricker, to chat about this new parenting book (Wow, You Look Terrible!), LinkedIn, mix cds, and more! Pre-order Wow, You Look Terrible! Live Jordan, Jesse, Go! in Chicago at Sleeping Village on April 11th! Jordan’s new Spider-Man’s comic is out now! Pre-order Jor…
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On our second MaxFunDrive episode of 2025, we have the one and only, Janet Varney (E Pluribus Motto, The JV Club, The Legend of Korra), back on the podcast to chat the JoCo Cruise, hermit crabs, Knott’s Berry Farm, and more! Follow Janet on TikTok! Become a MaxFun member today or upgrade your membership! Live Jordan, Jesse, Go! in Chicago at Sleepi…
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The Journey of Hope, A Flight to Healing, Ed Jones
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27:58In this heartfelt episode of Take Off Talk, we meet Ed, a former diagnostic radiologist whose life took an unexpected turn due to chronic health issues, including peripheral neuropathy. Despite facing numerous challenges and being told by conventional medicine that there was no hope, Ed embarked on a journey of self-advocacy and holistic healing. T…
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On this week's episode, we welcome back Nick Wiger (Doughboys, Get Played) to kick off MaxFunDrive and chat about cruise appeal, Self-driving cars, karaoke drama, and so much more! Become a MaxFun member today or upgrade your membership! Listen to Get Played! Listen to the Dooughboys! Live Jordan, Jesse, Go! in Chicago at Sleeping Village on April …
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It’s not MaxFunDrive without a wild kickoff spectacular! Former real-life VJ and host of MTV's Spring Break 1999, Dave Holmes, takes your favorite MaxFun hosts through some wacky ‘90s- and Spring Break-themed mini games!! Featuring: Dave Holmes, Jeremy Bent, Oscar Montoya, Dimitry Pompée, Tom Lum, Ellen Weatherford, Alex Schmidt, Brenda Snell, Drea…
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On this week's episode, we welcome back Allan McLeod to chat about his new podcast, Walkin’ About (now on Maximum Fun!), Old Town Pasadena, top breakfast movies, and more! Watch Allan in Interior Chinatown (on Hulu)! Check out all things Allan McLeod. Become a MaxFun member today or upgrade your membership! Live Jordan, Jesse, Go! in Chicago at Sle…
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A Dirty Weekend In Skeggers, with Lindsey Kelk
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1:16:06On this week's episode, we welcome author and podcaster, Lindsey Kelk (Tights and Fights) to chat about British seaside towns, romance conventions, ASMR favorites, vintage wrestling t-shirts, and more! Pre-order Lindsey’s book, The Bell Witches, right now! Live Jordan, Jesse, Go! in Chicago at Sleeping Village on April 11th! Before 8am PST - Presal…
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Soaring Above: Debbie’s Journey with Angel Flight East
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15:27In this heartwarming episode of Take Off Talk, we meet Debbie, a resilient passenger who shares her incredible journey with Angel Flight East. Diagnosed with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy over a decade ago, Debbie's path has been challenging, marked by two heart transplants and countless trips to the Cleveland Clinic. Financial constraints and the lo…
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The City of Winners, with Mike Glazer
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1:33:38On this week's episode, we welcome back comedian Mike Glazer to chat about his new show (High in the Sky), his roller hockey career, the NoHo Arts District, and more! Justice for migrants. Please consider donating to Al Otro Lado this holiday season. Pre-order Jordan's Godzilla vs. Los Angeles comic to benefit Wildfire Relief Charity! Pre-order Jor…
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Cumming to America, with David Gborie
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1:09:00On this week's episode, we welcome back comedian and podcaster, David Gborie, to chat about sneaking on beaches, hairless cats, LinkedIn puns, we take a conference session-based quiz, and more! Watch David’s new special, Gbirth of a Nation! Listen to My Momma Told Me Listen to All Fantasy Everything Justice for migrants. Please consider donating to…
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This week’s episode of Take Off Talk features one of our newer passengers, Ken, who has stage four cancer. Listen to his heartfelt story about all the different medical challenges he has overcome. Despite these challenges, Ken still continues to stay positive, and shares his experiences working with Angel Flight East.…
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Morris Mains Marth, with Jackie Kashian
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1:16:40On this week's episode, we welcome back comedian and podcaster, Jackie Kashian, to chat about tour stays, Super Smash Bros, dream covens, prop Xena swords, and more. See Jackie perform in a town near you (Spokane and Cincinnati among others)! Listen to the Jackie and Laurie Show! Listen to The Dork Forest! Want your Capybara roasted? Send to our In…
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Sweet Sixteen Friendship: Exploring Friendship Through Life's Changes
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14:37In my first episode, my daughter-in-love, Bri, and I delve into her unique 16-year friendship with two incredible women. They've shared countless adventures and milestones, and now they're navigating the beautiful, yet challenging, journey of motherhood together. Here's what you can expect from my podcast: Heartfelt Stories: Listen to real-life exp…
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The Spago Crew, with Vivian Martínez
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1:08:55On this week's episode, we welcome comedian, Vivian Martínez, to chat about brujeria stores, negative Airbnb experiences, doing the ‘time warp,’ and more! Check out what Vivian is up to! See Vivian on this Valentine’s Day benefit show (supporting recovery from the fires in Los Angeles)! Want your Capybara roasted? Send to our Instagram! #RoastMyCap…
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Meet Mounyroth, a graduate student in Philadelphia, who was facing a difficult choice: continue his studies and career path or prioritize the travel needed for essential medical treatments far from home. The long, costly trips were becoming unmanageable alongside his studies and mounting expenses. Then, Mounyroth found Angel Flight East. With free …
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Gibbon It Away, with Brea Grant & Mallory O'Meara
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1:18:08On this week's episode, we welcome back Brea Grant & Mallory O'Meara (Reading Glasses) to chat monkey puns, announce their new podcast, spout Looney Tunes facts, and more. Celebrate their new book, The No-Pressure Book Journal, and get a copy if you’re in Los Angeles at Skylight Books on Wednesday, February 5th, 2025 at 7:00pm. Follow Reading Glass…
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On this week's episode, we welcome back our old pal Kevin Avery to talk about proper CPR procedure, the Veronica Insurance cinematic universe, and Charlie Wilson's wild life. Want your Capybara roasted? Send to our Instagram! #RoastMyCapy Justice for migrants. Please consider donating to Al Otro Lado this holiday season. Jordan is writing an offici…
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Take Off with Partner Organization, Family Reach
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18:24Family Reach is the only national nonprofit focused solely on helping people with cancer access food, housing, utilities, and transportation. Angel Flight East partners with Family Reach to ensure our patients not only have access to care, but other resources as well.
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The Listener with a Thousand Faces, with Jonathan Ames
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1:27:02On this week’s episode, we welcome back writer and raconteur, Jonathan Ames (Bored to Death), to chat about New Year’s Resolutions, his latest book Karma Doll (the third book in the Doll detective series), the Macarena, and more! Buy Jonathan Ames’s newest book, Karma Doll, out now! Justice for migrants. Please consider donating to Al Otro Lado thi…
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Cheese Type Thing, with Dave Schilling
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1:04:39On this week’s episode, we welcome back writer and comedian, Dave Schilling, to chat about Aerosmith, Chicago winters, the latest capybara updates, and so much more. Want your Capybara roasted? Send to our Instagram! #RoastMyCapy Justice for migrants. Please consider donating to Al Otro Lado this holiday season. Jordan is writing an official Spider…
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On this week’s episode, we have the pleasure of chatting with Gina Frost and hearing her heartfelt testimonial on how Angel Flight East has impacted her life.
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On this week’s episode, we welcome back comedian and podcaster, Danielle Radford (Tights and Fights), to chat about traffic etiquette, washing hoodies, cool stuff with bones, and more! Justice for migrants. Please consider donating to Al Otro Lado this holiday season. Jordan is writing an official Spider-Man comic! Be sure to get our new 'Ack Tuah'…
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On this week’s episode, we welcome comedian and writer, Phoebe Robinson, to chat about her new show (Clash of the Cookbooks - out now!), wooing Pedro Pascal, the deliciousness of the alphabet, and so much more! Be sure to catch Clash of the Cookbooks, now streaming on The Roku Channel. You can watch it on Roku devices or TVs, and it's also easily a…
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Take Off with AFE Flight Coordinator, David
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23:34This week’s episode of Take Off Talk features our very own Flight Coordinator, David Dailey! You may have heard us talk about David on multiple occasions and we couldn’t think of a better week to bring him into the mix. You will hear how David came to Angel Flight, as well as what we are all most excited about this holiday season.…
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Flying High with Volunteer Pilot, Kley Parkhurst
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16:31When you take to the skies, real impact is measured in lives changed. In this episode, we meet Kley Parkhurst, Angel Flight East’s Pilot of the Year, whose volunteer flying has touched countless lives. Kley shares his journey from becoming a pilot in midlife to flying patients, pets, and supplies for causes like Hurricane Helene relief. Through hea…
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Evangelical Subaru, with Chris Fairbanks
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1:16:15On this week’s episode we welcome back comedian, Chris Fairbanks (Do You Need A Ride?), to chat about selling knives and meat, car dealership nativity scenes, trading art for surgery, and so much more! See Chris Fairbanks on tour in your city! Justice for migrants. Please consider donating to Al Otro Lado this holiday season. Be sure to get our new…
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On this week’s episode we welcome comedian, Greg Proops (Whose Line Is It Anyway?), to chat about the Pasadena DooDah Parade, favorite souvenirs, San Francisco legends, and so much more! Get Greg’s new album Purple Shasta Raccoon! See Greg’s New Year’s Eve show this year at the Punchline in San Francisco on December 31st (Plus album taping)! Be sur…
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A Conversation With Derek Ray, AFE Passenger
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20:03Jess Ames and Maddy Beck chat with Derek Ray, an AFE passenger, who looks back on how Angel Flight saved his life. He shares how taking the flight cut his travel time by a huge chunk, allowing him to get to his heart transplant surgery on time. Derek also expresses his desire to volunteer for Angel Flight after their services drastically transforme…
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Walk Bandicoot, with Jon Glover and Marisa Pinson (On Brand)
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1:13:07On this week’s episode, we welcome Jon Glover and Marisa Pinson, hosts of On Brand with Jon and Marisa, to chat about The Grid (on IFC), soda sexualities, getting banned from nice subreddits, and more! Follow On Brand on instagram! Be sure to get our new 'Ack Tuah' shirt in the Max Fun store. Or, grab an 'Ack Tuah' mug! Follow the podcast on Instag…
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Take Off With Partner Organizations, Elizabeth Ameling Of Latisha's House
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29:10Jess Ames and Maddy Beck chat with Elizabeth Ameling, CEO and Founder of one of Angel Flight’s partner organizations, Latisha's House. She shares how they provide safe housing and restorative care for victims of sex trafficking and exploitation, guiding them down the path of healing and recovery. Elizabeth presents the various methods they are usin…
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Stabbed for the ‘Gram, with Carolina Hidalgo
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1:09:17On this week’s episode, we welcome comedian and podcaster, Carolina Hildago (No Dogs In Space), to chat about fan weddings, not driving in Los Angeles, the adorable Axolotl, and more! Be sure to get our new 'Ack Tuah' shirt in the Max Fun store. Or, grab an 'Ack Tuah' mug! Follow the podcast on Instagram and send us your dank memes! Check out Jesse…
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Take Off with Passenger, Michael Henricks
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25:15Jess Ames and Maddy Beck sit down with Michael Henricks, a husband and father who once tried Angel Flight’s Compassion Flight. He recounts how they flew her daughter to Boston for a medical operation, significantly reducing their trip to just an hour and 45 minutes. Michael shares how Angel Flight saved them not just time but even the life of her b…
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Fruit Positive, with Courtney James Clark
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59:15On this week’s episode, we welcome actor Courtney James Clark (Jurassic World), to chat about dinosaur teeth, entry-level ballet, unconventional gardening tips, and more! Check out more of Courtney! This week's sponsors are Wildgrain: Are you ready to bring all your favorite carbs right to your doorstep? For a limited time, Wildgrain is offering ou…
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Live at Revenge Of in Los Angeles, with Brian Michael Bendis & Elliott Kalan
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49:37On this bonus episode of JJGo, we come to you live from Revenge Of in Los Angeles during their Comic Creator's Block Party this year, featuring comics legend, Brian Michael Bendis, as well as writer and podcaster, Elliott Kalan. There’s also a superhero smelling contest! Visit Revenge of in Los Angeles and grab some comics or play pinball! Be sure …
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On this week’s episode, we welcome back comedian and writer Eliza Skinner to chat about the joy of ceramics, craft root beer, the color wheel, and so much more! Eliza’s Etsy shop! This week's sponsor is Stitchfix: That’s Wildgrain.com/JJGO, or you can use promo code JJGO at checkout Make style easy—get started today at Stitch Fix dot com slash JJGO…
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Nerds Nerding Nerds, with Hal Lublin
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1:18:40On this week’s podcast, we welcome back podcaster and voice actor, Hal Lublin (We Got This, Tights and Fights), to chat about clown business, Icing, vehicles in the home, cheesesteak preferences, and more! Be sure to get our new 'Ack Tuah' shirt in the Max Fun store. Or, grab an 'Ack Tuah' mug! Follow the podcast on Instagram and send us your dank …
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On this week’s podcast, we welcome back writer and podcast host, Bridger Winegar (I Said No Gifts), to chat about game shows, loud music, different eras of Jessica Chastain, and so much more! Be sure to get our new 'Ack Tuah' shirt in the Max Fun store. Or, grab an 'Ack Tuah' mug! Follow the podcast on Instagram and send us your dank memes! See a l…
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On this week’s episode, we welcome actor and improvisor, Omar Najam (Critical Role, Desi Quest, Riverdale Season Six: The Podcast), to chat about rival DnD groups, niche subreddits, Spielberg cinematography, and so much more! This week's sponsors are Wildgrain and Stichfix: Are you ready to bring all your favorite carbs right to your doorstep? For …
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This week, we welcome writer and Gremlins: The Wild Batch EP, Brendan Hay, to chat about capybaras, the dentistry museum, unpleasant t-shirt ideas and more! Check out GREMLINS: THE WILD BATCH on MAX, streaming now! Listen to Jesse’s interview with André 3000. Watch Jesse’s interview with director, Barry Sonnenfeld. Follow the podcast on Instagram a…
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Old Bay McFlurry, with Emily Maya Mills
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1:19:10This week, we welcome back comedian and director, Emily Maya Mills, to chat about film festival swag, nerf guns, growing up with hippie parents, and so much more. Check out The Frogtown Show in Los Angeles. Check out Wrap Party, a comedy shorts screening night in Los Angeles. Listen to Jesse’s interview with André 3000. Watch Jesse’s interview with…
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