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This week, creator of Mortified Dave Nadelberg joins Amy to discuss the 1984 fantasy film “The NeverEnding Story.” They seek out the movie’s deeper subtexts and Dave explains what makes him hate one character in particular before they consider the film’s ambitious production design. Then, they talk about the film’s focus on imagination and how it embodies communal storytelling before making their final cases.

This week, BuzzFeed film critic Alison Willmore joins Amy to bring the 1972 erotic drama “Last Tango in Paris” to the table – and to make her case as to why it shouldn’t enter The Canon. They discuss how the film pushed the boundaries of mainstream eroticism, the fallout faced by director Bernardo Bertolucci for certain controversial scenes, and the most authentic of Marlon Brando’s rambling monologues. Plus, they question the lasting profoundness of the film and its long-term effects on actress Maria Schneider.

Pretty good photoshop there, pal.

In anticipation of Oscar season, all next month Amy will be pitting past Best Picture winners against runner-ups from their respective years. She will be joined by film critic Russ Fischer. Next week, they will be discussing 1965 Best Picture winner "My Fair Lady" against runner-up "Mary Poppins."

The hilarious Patti Harrison joins Matt and Dave this week to talk all about her favorites (Finding Nemo! The Comeback! Black Mirror!), dating art bros, and being "ambushed by kindness" by her (first real!) boyfriend. Plus Dave gives Matt his birthday gift and Patti talks about her adventures on Words with Friends.

Fazeelat Aslam (Saving Face) and Katie Halper (The Katie Halper Show) join Negin to break down Trump’s first State of the Union. They also debate the merits of the Democratic speeches in response to SOTU— all five of them! Lastly, the panel tries to make sense of the FBI memo madness.

This week, Bryan shines a light on the Publix grocery store chain’s refusal to cover HIV-preventative drugs for their employees as well as their history of discrimination against gay people. Then, Erin shares U.S. Senate candidate Courtland Sykes’s insane rant about Women’s Rights. Later, guests Kate Berlant and John Early swing by to read a note they wrote to their neighbor while on shrooms before getting into acting school rejections, formative pieces of art, and first orgasms.

Andrew Mason, CEO of Descript, joins Lex Friedman and Chris Bannon on The Wolf Den. Andrew details his new “audio word processor” Descript, and explains how it grew from his previous company Detour. The three also discuss the Andrew’s startup-themed album, and advantages of spending less time on the internet.

Comedians, actors, and married couple Kurt Braunohler and Lauren Cook join Sarah and Susan to talk about the ending part of Okja, Anne of Green Gables, The Time Traveler’s Wife, and Whitney Houston singing “I Will Always Love You.”

Really sorry I missed this. Maybe we can reschedule?

Comedian Camirin Farmer (Some Fucking Advice) joins Emily and Deanna this week to showcase choice samplers from the most Insta-friendly coffee shop in town. She explains the importance of good latte art, what she enjoys about working for dogwalking service Wag, her thoughts on the Tide Pod challenge, and the best thing about Google’s Arts & Culture app before sharing some of her select YouTube essentials with the girls.

Sean and Hayes have SHAUN DISTON into the studio to record an episode from before the Golden Globes where they predict them.

Screenwriter David Scarpa (All the Money in the World) joins Amy this week to talk about the 1961 Paul Newman film “The Hustler.” David and Amy discuss how “The Hustler” subverts the underdog paradigm and questions what it means to be a winner or loser. Plus, they find meaning in Fast Eddie’s search for success and what it reveals about the nature of excellence before contrasting the acting of Paul Newman with costars Jackie Gleason and Piper Laurie.

This week, podcaster Nate DiMeo (The Memory Palace) joins Amy for a Hal Ashby versus: 1971’s “Harold and Maude” against 1979’s “Being There.” First, they discuss “Harold and Maude,” touching on its message of embracing life, what it says about dealing with your problems, and how the titular relationship defies the bounds of normalcy to feel totally natural. Then, Amy and Nate tackle the treatment of simplicity and limited information in “Being There,” with its theme of finding logic in the illogical and what Chance’s unlikely success says about us all.

Bobby Moynihan, Dan Lippert, and Betsy Sodaro join Matt Besser for this week’s improv4humans! A singer gets pulled out of retirement to perform a song about her greatest tragedy, a botched visit by the Men In Black has a long-lasting impact, and a boy with two pee holes learns how to use his gift. Plus, a flat-Earther finds himself in a world he never knew existed, and a special Case Closed with a Trump “shithole” defender leads to a scene about a whole economy based around making one building as tall as possible. (0:53-9:41)- Intro Discussion- ‘Dolores O’Riodan’- A man is not as moved by a celebrity’s death than his friends. (9:48-18:35) Let’s Talk Some More About That- ‘Dolores O’Riodan’- A singer ends their retirement early to perform in a movie about their greatest tragedy. (18:40-34:35) Twitter Suggestion- ‘Sasquatch’- A Man’s strange Men in Black visit has an unforeseen effect. (36:01-50:47) Questions for Listeners- ‘Have You Ever Been Frighteningly Lost?’- A Boy with two pee holes learns how to love his abnormality. (50:57-1:05:30) What the Fuck is Going On? - ‘Flat Earthers’- A Flat Earther’s discovers the truth about the world. (1:06:26-1:49:35) Case Closed – ‘Trump’s Shithole Country Comments Debate with Viewer’- A society that believes the higher up you are, the smarter you are.

This week, the incredible and newly married Jeffery Self (Search Party, A Very, Very Bad Thing) joins Matt and Dave in the studio to talk all things pre-wedding, breaking up on social media, checking your pants at the door, and more! Plus, Dave and Matt go deep on Justin Timberlake, the Jessicas and more.

This week, Erin brings forward the case of former USA Gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar’s sexual abuse of young female athletes, shining a light on the organization’s policies that have allowed this behavior to continue for so long. Then, Bryan discusses the Northern Irish Secretary of State’s ridiculous and insulting comparison of gay marriage to high-speed internet, and actress/improviser Lauren Lapkus (Raised By TV) joins to talk about guesting on Hot in Cleveland, her response to being screamed at, meeting Princess Diana, and much much more.

Next week, Amy will be joined by producer Dave Nadelberg to discuss the 1984 fantasy film "The Neverending Story." "The Neverending Story" can be viewed on YouTube here: and on Amazon here: http://a.co/h2HQaoq

Actors, writers, comedians John Early and Kate Berlant (555) join Who Charted for a special Grammys episode! We hear a brand new music theme to usher in the Top 5 Grammy Nominated Songs of the Year and John & Kate regale the gang with their adventures in Vegas – including a trip to see Magic Mike Live. Then, they count down the Top 5 Grammy Nominated Artists, and Howard offers a fertility prayer for Kulap before Kevin and Stard join in opening up fresh gifts during Two Charted.

Youth actress Aubrey K. Miller (Just Add Magic) joins Emily and Deanna this week to discuss her signature cooking dish, the craziest thing about growing up in front of the camera, and her fav K-pop band as well as who’s wrecked her bias. Plus, Aubrey talk about getting involved with YouTube studios and meeting Justin Timberlake before sharing what she is and isn’t over during a brand new game.

Marissa’s stepdad Seth Wompler (Brian Huskey) joins Marissa and Listler this week to talk about connecting with his stepdaughter over her first period and learning about life through ROTC role-plays. Then we hear about the problem with a certain toddler during “What’s Cheesing You” before Listler offers advice on accommodating new families during the holidays, and Seth shares his biggest regrets, latest lies, and celebrity crushes during a lightning round of “Spotlight On.”

Sweet superstar Fortune Feimster (The Mindy Project, Champions), joins Dave and Matt this week to talk all about her recent engagement, going to “gay grad school”, and rubbing arms with straight girls. Plus, Dave gushes about HQ trivia, Matt breaks down “Riverdale”, and everyone learns about putting their phones “on discreet”.

Actor, writer and comedian Carl Tart joins Howard and Kulap for this week’s Who Charted! They count down Billboard’s Top 5 Hip Hop Songs, and Carl discusses musical going experiences and favorite quarterbacks during the Movie Chart. Later, Producer Kevin joins in on Two Charted to hear where crows come from, and Howard gives his latest SNL picks.

This week, Bryan addresses the findings of the Human Rights Campaign’s annual State Inequality Index that an overwhelming amount of outdated, oppressive laws are still on the books and continue to be introduced around the country. Then, Erin discusses how “protecting the sanctity of life” has had a sinister effect on the well-being of black women and mothers especially. Vanity Fair’s Richard Lawson joins to discuss his new book All We Can Do Is Wait, the state of YA literature, Logan Paul, Bette Midler, Oscar predictions, and much more.

Phil Rosenthal, Andy Daly, Katie Dippold and Ari Voukydis join Matt Besser this week for scenes about restaurant patrons ordering as a collective, injured schoolkids with fantastical excuses, and an attempted apology for driving through a barbershop. Plus, a teacher pays a visit to an archaic school board and a villager speaks out against the penis artwork spreading through his town. (0:37-14:30) Intro Discussion- ‘Sharing Food at a Restaurant’ – A group attempts to find a meal that they all want to share in a trendy restaurant. (14:35-25:31) Twitter Suggestion- ‘Cafetorium’- A school nurse struggles to discover if their student’s wild injuries are real. (27:40-35:22) Question from Listener- ‘When Was the Last Time You Lost Your Temper?’- A group of raccoons who run a business collecting people’s old food from their house. (35:28-47:31) Man on the Street Interview- ‘Interview with an Hair Stylist’- A man who ran his car through a hair salon’s wall will not apologize for doing so. (48:24-1:02:47) Grandma’s Memory Book- ‘Grandma’s Old Letters’- A principle tries to reign in the teachers punishments of the students. (1:02:54-1:11:52) Crap on Youtube- ‘Penis Art in Bhutan’- A town hall meeting to discuss the rules and regulations of the penis art within the town.