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Lawyer, Historian, and Author Robert Icenhauer-Ramirez’s book, “Treason on Trial: United States v. Jefferson Davis.” exposes the legality behind why no one was held accountable for starting the Civil War. As a regular lecturer at the University of Texas, Austin he shares his extensive knowledge of mid-19th century politics. He sat down with Jonathan to answer his questions about confederate officials, the abolishment of slavery, Lincoln’s presidency, and much more! *This episode was recorded prior to social distancing. Check out Robert’s work, “Treason on Trial: United States v. Jefferson Davis.” for more information on this topic.

The Boys help TONY HAWK make the next Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater video game.

Epidemiologist Elyse Fritschel zooms with Cameron to discuss ways to properly defend against COVID-19, the role of an epidemiologist, and the new ER experience. See resources below from Elyse to stay informed about COVID-19: Research-oriented/geeky: The CDC’s Emerging Infectious Diseases Journal: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/eid/ http://91-divoc.com/pages/covid-visualization/ The New England Journal of Medicine: https://www.nejm.org/coronavirus https://www.imperial.ac.uk/media/imperial-college/medicine/sph/ide/gida-fellowships/Imperial-College-COVID19-NPI-modelling-16-03-2020.pdf General: I refer to The New York Times often. If you cannot afford a subscription and have a library card, visit your local library’s website for details on accessing resources like https://www.nytimes.com https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2020/03/how-will-coronavirus-end/608719/ Global: Johns Hopkins COVID Tracker: https://www.arcgis.com/apps/opsdashboard/index.html#/bda7594740fd40299423467b48e9ecf6 World Health Organization: https://www.afro.who.int/health-topics/coronavirus-covid-19 National: CDC: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security: http://www.centerforhealthsecurity.org/resources/COVID-19/index.html Check your County and State’s local health department websites for local information.

Comedian and actor Steve Coogan feels quietly optimistic about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Steve sits down with Conan to talk about channeling comic persona Alan Partridge, Steve’s newest film Greed, portraying Stan Laurel in Stan & Ollie, and not minding when someone doesn’t think he’s funny. Plus, Conan and his team look back on Conan’s technological achievements with a special montage.

Comedian Ali Wong feels very new about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Ali and Conan sit down to talk about her father’s love of pajama pants, why travel is the hardest part of stand-up, the mysterious metrics of Netflix, and maintaining her strong sense of Asian-American identity. Plus, Conan talks to his assistant Sona about getting caught breaking the rules at Disneyland.

Seena Ghaznavi and Evan Siegfried join Negin to discuss the politics of coronavirus and tips on how to stay sane during self isolation. They also share how they’ve been navigating romance and dating in this strange new reality.

Bryan and Erin have plenty of suggestions for indoor activities (including Battleship with your acupuncturist) on this week’s Throwing Shade! Erin discusses the national “Day without a Woman" strike in Mexico earlier this month during which women took to the streets to protest gender-based violence. Then, Bryan updates us on televangelist Jim Bakker after he was sued over his “silver solution” that he claims is a proven cure for coronavirus (it’s not).

Please enjoy this compilation of some of the best scenes from 2019! These performances feature Gavin Speiller, Horatio Sanz, John Gemberling, Mary Holland, Neil Campbell, Paul Rust, Eugene Cordero, Colton Dunn, Neil Casey, Katie Dippold, Ian Roberts, Bobby Moynihan, Charlie Sanders, Jon Gabrus, Lauren Lapkus, and Betsy Sodaro. Let these humons know you love them on improv4humans!

Matthew Riemer & Leighton Brown are the co-creators of the Instagram @LGBT_History, and co-authors of the book “We Are Everywhere.” Both use powerful images of love, protest, inclusivity, and stories, to spotlight movements and people throughout Queer history. They joined Jonathan to discuss why they started these projects, the importance of visibility to avoid erasure and share some interesting stories about important figures from the past! Follow Matthew and Leighton on Instagram and Twitter @LGBT_History, and find out more about their book at www.QueerHistory.com.

Actress Amy Landecker joins Matt and guest co-host Amanda Lund to discuss her almost entirely cut role as an anesthesiologist in the 2016 Marvel film Doctor Strange. Amy describes what she expected from the project, the confusion that led to her character essentially being cut, and the one line of hers that made it in. Plus, she talks about working with the Coen Brothers on A Serious Man, bonding with the cast and crew of Transparent through “The Box,” and voice doubling for Julia Roberts.

Comedian and actress Whitney Cummings feels stressed out about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Whitney and Conan sit down to talk about being a serious child, impetigo and epigenetics, and the stresses of planning a wedding. Later, Conan hears about his assistant Sona’s medical procedure. Check out Whitney’s latest comedy special Can I Touch It? on Netflix here.

WILL FORTE auditions for The Boys to be a guest on the show.

The Boys are releasing one Pro Version episode from behind the paywall every Friday in Try Month. In this episode, Sean and Hayes have a little fun answering some listener questions with AYO EDEBIRI. To hear all episodes of The Pro Version and Hollywood Handbook: The Ads Version, go to stitcherpremium.com and sign up with the code ‘HANDBOOK’ to get your first month free.

Wash your hands, stay inside, wear a wig! On this week’s Throwing Shade, Bryan discusses the suspension of “faith healings” by the conversion therapy-promoting Bethel Church in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. Then, Erin talks about a program from the Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh focusing on combating unhealthy attitudes boys have about girls and increasing knowledge about what constitutes abuse. And make sure to check out Deeper Shade of Shade on Stitcher Premium, where Bryan and Erin interview their favorite friends of the show. For a free month of listening, go to stitcherpremium.com/shade and use promo code ‘SHADE’.

Turn the lights off, relax, and enjoy today’s smooth episode of improv4humans! Allow Zach Woods, Mike Mitchell, and Mike Hanford to entertain you with scenes involving an insect support group, Hollywood squirrels, and murderous sex organs. Be sure to pick up an improv4humans shirt from the Earwolf Store and follow @MattBesser on Twitter to send in your improv suggestions. Music by Bobby Matthews and Dragoon. Original airdate: October 18, 2012.

Attorney and Professor of Business Law and Ethics at the University of Texas – McCombs School of Business, Bradley M. Gold joins Jonathan to discuss the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on our economy. With his background in lecturing, counseling, negotiating for several high profile companies, and his unwavering passion for spreading the power of entrepreneurship, he informs Jonathan why we need to be creative and work hard to get through these unprecedented times. To find out more about Bradley and his work, visit www.dontmesswithtexasdata.com.

JULIE KLAUSNER and AYO EDEBIRI join forces to help Sean with a very special audition.

Comedian and actor Andy Daly joins Conan and crew for a bonus quarantine episode of Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend. Coming to you from Matt’s allegedly safe and socially-distanced home, Conan discusses the current state of things, enjoys a visit from two questionable characters — Dalton Wilcox and August Lindt, and speaks to Team Coco assistant David Hopping about life without access to Disneyland.

Author and journalist Malcolm Gladwell feels pressured into being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Malcolm and Conan sit down to talk about Malcolm’s new book Talking to Strangers: What We Should Know about the People We Don’t Know, conversations about gardening, tabloid inventions, tales from the IRA, and Conan’s own special cult of personality. Plus, Conan and his assistant Sona engage in a struggle for power.

Actor Keegan-Michael Key feels overwhelmed about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Keegan and Conan sit down to chat about growing up a 60s guy (in the 80s), favorite niche impressions, performing sketch alongside President Obama, and discovering entertainment as a career path. Later, Conan responds to a listener voicemail about socks.

(Special early release due to the cancelation of Cameron’s Save Yourself 2020 Tour. Please consider pre-ordering Save Yourself to support an indie bookstore impacted by cancelations due to the Coronavirus.) Book editor Katy Nishimoto sits down with Cameron to discuss her invisible illness, equating achievement with happiness, and being sober.

Actor Jake Borelli (The Thing About Harry) joins Dave and Matt to chat about playing fan Survivor in Griffith Park, the coinciding of coming out in real life with his character’s coming out on Grey’s Anatomy, and what goes into his Raya profile. Plus, the two big heartbreaks in his life, looking for someone with curiosity, and why a tire pressure gauge is sexier than you think.

Ashley C. Ford and Shalewa Sharpe join Negin to break down the latest on the Democratic primary, the possible effect of coronavirus on voter turnout, and the baby boomer generation versus everyone else. They also discuss why being a Tomboy was empowering back in the day.

SINBAD returns to the studio with The Boys defeat the Coronavirus.

Get into the grosser parts of the perfume industry with Bryan & Erin on this week’s Throwing Shade! First, Erin discusses the latest developments in the sex abuse scandal embroiling the Southern Baptist Church. Then, Bryan covers the reaction to Brigham Young University’s statement clarifying that homosexual behavior is “not compatible” with their Honor Code after removing the official restriction on it last month.