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Musical guest John-Allison “A.W.” Weiss of Charlie Mtn. joins improvisers Dan Lippert, Joel Spence, and James Mannion for this week’s improv4humans with Matt Besser! John-Allison plays songs off their new album that inspire scenes about letting go of a smashed up Tesla, interrupting Grandpa’s birthday speech, and a bloody shopping list. Later, the chief of a small crimes department goes on the hunt for a stolen wallet.

The Boys help JON HAMM book his next big role.

Comedian Mo Welch sits down with Cameron to discuss being a new mom, her comic “Blair,” and past relationships.

Deborah N. Archer received her JD from Yale Law School where she was also awarded the Charles G. Albom Prize. She’s held several esteemed titles throughout her career, and New York Law Journal has recently recognized her as one of New York’s “Top Women in the Law.” She is currently an Associate Professor of Clinical Law at NYU, Co-Faculty Director of the Center on Race, Inequality, and the Law, and Director of the Civil Rights Clinic at NYU School of Law. She sat down with Jonathan to explore what it was like to be a Black American before the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and how remnants of Jim Crow laws continue to plague our country. Follow Deborah on Twitter @DeborahNArcher, @RaceNYU, and @NYULaw. To find out more about Deborah’s work, visit https://www.law.nyu.edu/centers/race-inequality-law.

DAVID SEDARIS teaches The Boys how to tell a good story and fixes the show. Check out David’s MasterClass at MasterClass.com/Sedaris and pre-order The Boys’ new vinyl at NewburyComics.com/HollywoodHandbook.

The Boys are releasing one Pro Version episode from behind the paywall every Friday in Try Month. In this episode, Sean and Hayes help BEN RODGERS (the actor who portrays Bang Rodgman) write Hollywood Handbook: The Movie. To hear all episodes of The Pro Version, go to stitcherpremium.com and sign up with the code ‘HANDBOOK’ to get your first month free.

Theatre actor Jordan Barbour joins Dave and Matt to talk about going on the “charm offensive” and maintaining levity over seven hours with Broadway’s The Inheritance, working collaboratively with playwright Matthew Lopez, and obsessing over The Circle. Plus, embracing polyamory, carving his own path in his career and romantic life, and complicated feelings about religion and spirituality.

Weston Wamp and Ophira Eisenberg join Negin to analyze what happened on Super Tuesday, the Harvey Weinstein verdict, and why the Census matters. Today’s episode also includes real time reactions to Elizabeth Warren suspending her campaign, and Negin has some thoughts.

Mookie Blaiklock, Paul Rust, and Vic Michaelis join Matt Besser for this week’s improv4humans! They’ll follow the life of a Hot Cross Buns prodigy, attend a bible-weather study, and meet a commercial actor seeking recognition. Plus, pilot season synopses inspire scenes about an unqualified surgeon, a cop’s bad behavior that leads to unexpected success, and a kidney transplant with wild effects.

Bryan and Erin address the great tragedy of the week: Judge Judy is leaving us (temporarily). Bryan discusses the passing of the Nikki Kuhnhausen Act in Washington state, outlawing the use of the “gay-panic” defense. Then, Erin talks about a story out of Utah in which a sixth-grade girl was not allowed to turn down a boy who asked her to dance at a school function, and the school’s extraordinarily lame excuse as to why they force everyone to dance.

Tanya Dominguez is a Lead Inspector and Senior Manager for the RSPCA NSW in Sydney Australia. With them, she’s provided care to wild and domestic animals for over 21 years and has always been passionate about animal care education. She joined Jonathan backstage at his last comedy show in Australia to discuss what she does as an RSPCA Inspector, how the wildlife is doing since the bushfires started, and why it’s so important to adopt, not shop! Follow RSPCA and Tanya on Twitter and Instagram @RSPCANSW and on Facebook @RSPCANewSouthWales. Visit https://www.rspcansw.org.au/adopt/ to find out more about RSPCA’s adoption program.

Chris Sapphire and Karyn Blanco of the Netflix reality series The Circle join Dave and Matt for special back-to-back interviews on this week’s Homophilia! First, Dave and Matt talk to Chris about getting his feet wet in the reality arena, what it means to try God’s way, and ushering in newfound fame from the show. Then, they chat with Karyn about behind-the-scenes human interactions we didn’t see, fellow contestants from The Circle she keeps in touch with, and opening up opportunities for conversations in the lives of viewers.

Alex Schmidt and Jody Avirgan join Negin to discuss Tuesday’s Debate drama, global reactions to the coronavirus, and what role corporations should have regarding climate change. They also examine their relationships with darkness, which isn’t as dark as it sounds.

On this week’s Throwing Shade, Erin shares some of the seriously detestable quotes from Harvey Weinstein’s lawyer Donna Rotunno before breaking down Florida’s new state bill requiring parental consent for girls under the age of 18 seeking an abortion. Then, Bryan discusses Brigham Young University’s changes to its “Honor Code” after students took to Instagram to share their personal Honor Code horror stories.

Amanda Bonar, Allyson Phillips, Meg Joh, Jessica Svendsgaard, Cara Meyers, and Molly Doan of improv team WILD join Matt Besser for scenes about Jon Hamm’s twin brother, a bowling class, bukkake safety tips, and much more.

CONTENT WARNING: This conversation contains details about scenes that emergency first responders encounter which include car accidents, suicide, house fires, and bushfires. Fiona Macken is a volunteer Firefighter with the Country Fire Authority and 3rd Lieutenant of the Diamond Creek Fire Brigade. In 2009 she was deployed during the Black Saturday Bushfires, which are considered Australia’s most devastating fires to date. She’s witnessed the lasting impact these catastrophes have on survivors and firefighters and has dedicated her life’s work to safety education and prevention. She sat down with Jonathan in Melbourne to share why she became a first responder, the team of people supporting firefighters, and how to help with the most recent bushfires in Australia. Follow Country Fire Authority on Instagram and Facebook @cfavic and on Twitter @cfa_updates. Visit www.cfa.vic.gov.au/ to find out more about Fiona and CFA’s work.

MEG STALTER teaches The Boys how to do comedy videos.

Activist Kristin Russo sits down with Cameron to discuss gender presentation, finding your support community, and dating versus job interviews.

Comedian Jim Gaffigan feels like Nikki Glaser felt about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Jim and Conan sit down to talk about showbiz friendships, the power of bragging, drinking options, and presidential endorsements. Later, Conan recalls an overreaction to a home emergency.

Bryan and Erin come at you LIVE from 3 Dollar Bill in Brooklyn, NY for a special Throwing Shade! Get ready for everything from putting curses on Ryan Magers and Steve King to seeing the good in the nightmares of 2019 on this jam-packed episode. Plus, the fabulous Cole Escola joins to talk worst wigs in Broadway, Olivia de Havilland dresses at auction, vegan diets and much, much more!

Katie Compa and Gastor Almonte join Negin to break down the best and worst moments of Wednesday’s Debate and weigh in on Trump’s Pardons. They also talk about what it takes to be a female lead in today’s cinematic landscape.

Comedian DeAnne Smith joins Matt and Dave to talk handsome vets, L Word character takes, and getting to go to a Queer Slowdance with her comedy hero. Plus, finding out she’s in a relationship (today!), falling in love with a high school sweetheart, marrying a mime for residency in Canada, and other globe-spanning stories from DeAnne’s romantic past.

Vic Michaelis, Jacob Wysocki, Victoria Longwell, Talia Tabin, and Zac Oyama of improv team Yeti join Matt Besser for scenes about bullying a reasonable dude, telling your girlfriend she’s got spinach in her teeth, and keeping the door open while taking a dump. Plus, full body injuries, getting zen about a John Williams concert, and a visit to Graceland II.

WHITMER THOMAS returns to help The Boys make their HBO comedy special.

Council President for the City San Diego Georgette Gomez sits down with Cameron to discuss her role in government, San Diego’s relationship with the border, and staying true to herself in public service.