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Writer, producer and recent Grand Marshall of SF Pride (!) Our Lady J joins Dave and Matt this week for all the Dolly, Whitney and Tori talk, growing up in and leaving Amish Country, being trans in the online dating world, and finding Christianity in a new way. Plus, Nanette love, Handmaid’s Tale fears, and Dave + Matt dig into the Drag Race finale.

Vox film critic Alissa Wilkinson joins Amy this week to discuss the 1975 documentary “Grey Gardens.” They break down the film’s more difficult moments, examining the relationship between Big Edie and Little Edie as well as the undercurrent of latent sadness. Plus, they consider the direction and vision of Albert and David Maysles, themes of capitalism and decay, and how “Grey Gardens” encapsulates the central question of documentary.

This week, Erin discusses Idaho GOP lawmaker Priscilla Giddings’ threatening social media post towards gun violence protestors. Then, Bryan breaks down Istanbul’s defiance in the face of a pride march ban by the government, and later real estate mogul Elisa Ritt (www.rsrrealestate.com) stops by to offer tips on first time buying, acing your housing “audition,” and avoiding your neighbors without being rude.

Comedian and Prince of Periscope Steven Brody Stevens joins Howard, Stard and Young Kev to party while momma’s out of town! They stay natural with their supplements while counting down the Top 5 Selling Songs on iTunes. Then, we get the lowdown on the latest Squatmelt during the Movie Chart, and Howard and Brody celebrate their complimentary perspectives as the gang counts down their Hot Picks.

Recorded live from Largo at the Coronet in Los Angeles, Marissa and Listler travel once again from Marina Del Ray to Hollywood to present an episode of their podcast project Womp It Up! We’ll catch up with Health teacher Mr. Joe Bongo (Andy Daly), Humanities teacher Rhonda DeLuce (Danielle Schneider), Drama teacher Dr. Lionel Drioche (Seth Morris), and star theatre student Marissa Willard (Casey Wilson) as they preview the newest project from Marina Del Rey High’s theatre department.

Next week, Amy will be joined by Guardian US arts editor Benjamin Lee to discuss the 1996 horror film "Scream." "Scream" is available to watch on YouTube here:

Nurse practitioner Frank Teeple (John Flynn) joins Marissa and Listler for this week’s WOMP It Up! During Hot Topix, we’ll hear about Marissa’s job hunt and the starker differences between dog people and cat people. Then, Nurse Frank gets real about his past on a brutal What’s Cheesing You? before they take listener calls about motherhood and more on Listler’s Love Lockdown. Finally, Spotlight On forces Frank to come to terms with what he wants.

Activist Blair Imani sits down with Cameron to discuss politicized hair, converting to Islam, and her relationship with faith.

Film critic David Fear joins Amy this week to discuss the 1975 rock musical “Tommy.” They’ll trace the roots of rock star celebrity hysteria plus The Who’s many contributions to the art form before getting into the film’s uninhibited tone, its contrast of trauma with excess, and the cultural flowing of “sick humor.” Plus, we’ll hear about Ann-Margret’s power performance and how “Tommy” finds heart within a loud premise.

Sean and Hayes talk to standup comedian JOEL KIM BOOSTER about a booking opportunity.

Writer, comedian and podcaster Hayes Davenport (Hollywood Handbook) joins Howard and the gang to recall his fondest summah memories! They’ll count down the Billboard Hot 100 Top 5 Songs while Hayes vents on the scarcity of a beloved summer treat. Then, we’ll find out why it’s so easy to act with dinosaurs during the Movie Chart, and a tribute to Vinnie Paul and the latest rock from Australia follow as they count down their Hot Picks.

Tim Meadows, Toni Charline, and Dan Lippert join Matt Besser for scenes about a restaurant that specializes in celebrity favorites, a fireplace soundtrack recording, and a guru who sees his clients in a bathroom stall. Plus, a mother searches for a baby that blew away in the wind, and a glassblower deals with the fallout from his shoddy product. (:43-15:54) Intro Story- Seven Nation Army- A café that specializes in celebrities’ favorite dishes. (16:04-27:28) Twitter Suggestion- School Bus- The masterminds behind the fireplace sounds soundtrack. (27:38-41:34) Discussion- Ecstasy vs Molly- a Guru based out a woman’s bathroom helps a couple in need. (42:06-54:24) Crap on YouTube- Flying Port-o-Potty- A media obsessed mother searches for her baby after it blew away in a storm. (54:34-1:04:29) Intern on the Street Interview- What Are You Looking Forward To? – A terrible glassblower faces an angry customer. (1:04:40-1:13:48) Question from Listeners- “Have You Ever Had to Tell a Friend to Stop”- Tim Meadows gives aspiring actors advice. (1:13:59-1:19:13) Question from Listeners- “Would You Rather Go on a Road Trip or Stay at a Resort? – A couple at an all-inclusive resort is disappointed by the lack of gay people. (1:19:21-1:26:43) Let’s Talk Some More About That- 5-Year-Old’s Nightmare- A father needs the specifics of his daughter’s nightmare to comfort her.

Adam Scott Aukerman rejoin to discuss R.E.M.’s seminal eighth studio album Automatic for the People. We’ll get the scoop on where to find the best pizza slices, how Adam ended up as an extra in an R.E.M. music video, and where the boys found themselves upon the 1992 album’s release before they dive into Automatic for the People. Plus, Adam talks about a film he saw on a new episode of “I Love Films.”

Co-creator / executive producer of FX’s Pose, Steven Canals, joins Matt and Dave this week to talk Tinder honesty, tinted moisturizer, and making the leap from education to screenwriting. Plus Minority Report memory moments, being a perpetual re-watcher, and Dave gets the James Van Der Beek inside scoop from Steven!

First, Negin gives a brief overview of Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy’s retirement announcement and its implications. Next, Laurie Kilmartin (Conan) and Mark Oppenheimer (Unorthodox) join Negin to chat about the Supreme Court decisions on the travel ban and so-called “crisis pregnancy centers.” They also discuss whether ICE should be abolished and weigh in on the civility debate that’s been raging since Sarah Huckabee Sanders was asked to leave a Virginia restaurant.

Bryan returns from adventures abroad for this week’s Throwing Shade! We’ll hear about how we should take a note from the Viennese when it comes to communicating our problematic history and why context is everything when it comes to Pride merchandise. Then, Erin takes another look at Judge Aaron Persky’s recall and why it could spell bad news for people of color. Later, actor Haley Joel Osment joins for chat about the perks of getting misted on set, why actors can be extra susceptible to depression, caring for leopard geckos and much, much more!

Alex Schmidt of The Cracked Podcast joins Amy to discuss the 1980 comedy film “Caddyshack.” They’ll discuss Danny Noonan’s character arc, the pedigree of Chevy Chase, and how the film forged the foundations of modern American comedy. Plus, we’ll hear about old money versus new money, the sadness of Rodney Dangerfield, and the backstory behind the Bill Murray-Chevy Chase feud.

Sean and Hayes are joined by return guest JORDAN MORRIS who’s doing the “Bubble” sci-fi podcast and now he’s doing another one on this show.

Design*Sponge founder Grace Bonney sits down with Cameron to discuss her new magazine Good Company, sometimes making money doing what you love, and how you don’t need to fit into a specific box to be queer.

Paul F. Tompkins is confident in welcoming back everyone to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul’s special guests are comedy couple Cameron Esposito and Rhea Butcher of Take My Wife! They chat about why you shouldn’t watch TV in the morning, Emilio Estevez’s relatives, and what the musicals about their lives would be called. Then, they are joined by improvisers Chad Westbrook, Ryan Barton, and Chris Grace to improvise a story set in Akron, OH. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!

Next week, Amy will be joined by Vox film critic Alissa Wilkinson to discuss the 1975 documentary "Grey Gardens." "Grey Gardens" is available to watch on YouTube here: and on Amazon here: http://a.co/7PM7hWL

Matt and Dave are live from the Provincetown Film Festival with iconic film producer Christine Vachon (Carol, Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Far From Heaven, Still Alice)! They get into her long experience in filmmaking, the looseness of identity back in the day, and moving in with her partner after 3 or 4 dates. Plus, an audience q+a, Hereditary heat and Matt and Dave get into what happened after the recording.

Greg Proops (The Smartest Man in the World) and Lizz Winstead (The Daily Show) join Negin to find some comic relief amidst the turmoil! The panel discusses family separation at the border and Trump’s order for the Pentagon to establish a ‘Space Force.’ Plus, they chat about how the South and the Midwest are stereotyped in the media. This episode was taped prior to Trump’s executive order on family separation.

Bryan and Erin sit down for an interview with Paul Katami and Jeff Zarrillo, one of the two plaintiff couples in the Prop 8 lawsuit that restored marriage equality in CA. They discuss their documentary “The Case Against 8” and how they became involved in the case all the way up to the Supreme Court, as well as the unexpected fallout they experienced from within their own community. Plus, we’ll hear about the opposition’s underhanded courtroom tactics, which SC Justice impressed the most, and incredible messages from people who have had their lives affected for the better because of the doc.

Marissa and Listler keep it loose with Marina Del Rey High student Kent O’Yellow (Shaun Diston) on this week’s Womp It Up! Kent relates the experience of doing shrooms with his older brother while Marissa attempts to find relief from her ailment. Then, Lister explains why it’s important to teach kids about death during “What’s Cheesing You.” Plus, we find out the best tv show to bang to, and Kent talks about dating and eventually marrying himself during “Spotlight On.”