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Actor Paul Dooley joins Matt to talk about his roles as Wimpy in the 1980 film Popeye, as Jim Baker in the 1984 film Sixteen Candles, and a whole lot more. First, Paul discusses his approach to adapting the character of Wimpy, working alongside Robert Altman and Harry Nilsson, and improvising with his colleagues in their downtime. Then, we’ll find out which line from Sixteen Candles was changed by Paul for the better before getting stories about everything from partnering with a very serious Max von Sydow in Strange Brew to Paul’s voice work within the Cars franchise.

Comedian, actor and writer Fahim Anwar (Whiskey Tango Foxtrot) joins the Whooch crew this week to count down the latest charts! Fahim talks about his new comedy special “There’s No Business Like Show Business” while they count down the Top 5 Rock Songs on iTunes. Later, we’ll hear what the heck Anne Hathaway’s deal is as well as what’s with abundance of Star Wars films during the Movie Chart, and Howard offers another Moleman Update while the gang counts down their Hot Picks. This episode is sponsored by Wild Card Podcast.

Welcome back WOMPsters! Marissa and Listler are hot off their underground nightlife field research with Candace B. Hapnen (Oscar Montoya), Marina del Rey’s number one (and only) drag queen! Candace helps Marissa brush up on her drag queen terminology before they tackle listener questions about making the first move and unrequited love during Listler’s Love Lockdown. Then we find out what lies behind the makeup on a very special Spotlight On.

Next week, Amy will be joined by film critic David Fear to discuss the 1975 musical "Tommy." "Tommy" can be viewed on YouTube here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZVqC-jVcPiQ

Comedian Travon Free sits down with Cameron to discuss separating masculinity from sexuality, getting to a point where you no longer have to keep coming out, and how his show (Camping on HBO) will be the first with a queer black lead since Noah’s Arc.

Sean and Hayes are joined by JULIE KLAUSNER once again for a big scoop.

Actor, comedian, writer, and all-around incredible human being Drew Droege joins Dave and Matt to talk about Bears In Space parking lot parties, the unlikely pairing of Ariana Grande & Pete Davidson, and getting sponsored by Scruff. Plus, Drew gets personal with his solo show “Bright Colors and Bold Patterns,” the sting of being called a thespian, and feeling comfortable enough to put the dating energy out there.

Journalists Wajahat Ali (New York Times) and Zack Beauchamp (Vox) join Negin for a special live podcast taping at the ACLU’s conference in Washington, D.C. The panel asks: Why is the media hardly covering the deaths in Puerto Rico? Plus, they try to find middle ground on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Lastly, is wellness culture helping or hurting us?

Activist Larkin Christie sits down with Cameron to discuss their experience with alternative schooling, being nonbinary, and often feeling patronized as a youth activist.

Bryan and Erin dive right in this week as they discuss everything from why Trump’s commutation of Alice Marie Johnson’s prison sentence should NOT be taken as a sign of support for incarcerated nonviolent drug offenders to CrossFit “Chief Knowledge Officer” Russell Berger’s termination following his homophobic Twitter rant. Guest Jon Lovett joins to talk about the literary sadness of Melania Trump, struggling with difficult conversations, encouraging young voters, and who we should really be afraid of on the right.

Will Hines, Shaun Diston, and Seth Morris join Matt Besser for this week’s improv4humans! They’ll introduce us to a human doormat, a registered poser, and a student who takes lunch wherever he pleases. Plus, we’ll hear about a “history of the future” class, a musical about the banana shortage, and a stand-up comic who relies on charm instead of humor. (0:00-5:25) Intro Story- Ruined Apologies- A man is used as a human doormat to resolve other’s anger. (5:26-13:26) Intro Discussion- Memes- A mother is very concerned and confused about her son’s memes. (13:34-21:47) Let’s Talk Some More About That- Trench Coats- An agency that registers peoples as posers. (21:55-27:55) Let’s Talk Some More About That- School Lunch- A student who eats their lunch wherever they like. (28:06-32:22) Let’s Talk Some More About That- Electives- A ‘History of the Future’ class dives in deep. (32:32-38:52) Let’s Talk Some More About That- Doomsday Predictions- A high school musical about a banana shortage (39:53-50:42) Let’s Talk Some More About That- Quincy Jones- A Hollywood unspoken sex competition (50:51-57:03) Let’s Talk Some More About That- Cat People- An emotional distant cat lover goes on a date (57:15-1:02:17) Let’s Talk Some More About That- Masterclasses- A man who wears glasses is confused for smart. (1:02:30-1:15:07) Let’s Talk Some More About That- Stand Up Albums- A stand-up comedian who relies on their charm instead of humor. (1:15:20-1:24:51) Crap on YouTube- Michigan Man Host Party of Century- A teenager blames his parents for him sneaking out

Adam Scott Aukerman return once again to discuss R.E.M.’s eleventh studio album, Up. We’ll hear of typewriter faults, fan-submitted sequencings, and their shared love of the Doobie Brothers before they dive into R.E.M.’s first album as a trio. Plus, they describe kissing styles during an episode of “What’s Your Kiss Style?”

Comedian Jen Kirkman joins Howard and Natasha for this week’s Who Charted! Jen shares stories of her own personal summah and we get a millennial’s perspective on music streaming while they count down the Top 5 Songs on iTunes. Plus, we’ll hear about Natasha’s ideal life on the road before they explore a new summah sound during Hot Picks.

Latin teacher Mr. Heath Templeton aka Dominus Templeton (Owen Burke) joins Marissa and Listler this week to WOMP it up classical style! During Hot Topix, we’ll hear about a life-defining jalopy accident and Marissa sets her reasonable goals. Then, Mr. Templeton talks about gardening with his mother for What’s Cheesing You? before getting into his personal life during Spotlight On.

Next week, Amy will be joined by Alex Schmidt of The Cracked Podcast to discuss the 1980 comedy "Caddyshack." "Caddyshack" is available to view on YouTube here:

The Boys have a little fun doing a live show in Chicago City.

Filmmaker Adam Egypt Mortimer joins Amy to pit the 1978 musical “Grease” against the 1988 musical “Hairspray.” They’ll get into the focus on changing identity in “Grease” and question why anyone would be into Danny Zuko. Then they’ll dive into a discussion on “Hairspray,” noting its commitment to camp and the aesthetic of director John Waters.

Comedian, writer and producer extraordinaire Tony Tripoli joins Dave and Matt to talk all about the late, great, kind and talented Joan Rivers, escapades in Cuba, and looking for someone to lose control with. Plus, living in Phoenix, choosing wrong on The Bachelorette and Soup Plantation / Blaze Pizza love!

Comedians Maeve Higgins (New York Times) and Larry Wilmore (The Nightly Show with Larry Wilmore) join Negin to celebrate the 100th (!) episode of Fake the Nation. The panel gets up to speed on Trump and pardons, reflects on the primaries this week and takes a look back at the Clinton-Lewinsky scandal. Plus, they demystify the writing process and chat about procrastination.

Erin discovers an unfortunate royal connection on a brand new Throwing Shade! First, Bryan discusses the Supreme Court’s ruling on the gay wedding cake case and the excessive rainbow-washing done by corporations for Pride Month. Then, Erin reads a report from an NYU ethics division detailing the continued practice of having med students learn pelvic exams on unconsenting women who have been placed under anesthesia for unrelated gynecological procedures. Guest Brian Jordan Alvarez (The Gay and Wondrous Life of Caleb Gallo) joins to get deep into nicknames, Will & Grace, living in Tennessee, social anxiety, and much more.

Mary Holland and Matt Newell join Matt Besser to dig deep into the couple mind on this week’s improv4humans! They’ll disagree over the aspirations of Barbies, experience a beaver injection, and take a visit to laugh therapy. Plus, we’ll meet the hype man at a video resume service and a weed shop that specializes in paternal feelings. (:31-13:50) Intro Discussion- El Duce- An addict tests his new AA sponsor. (13:56-27:52) What is Going On? - Frida Kahlo Barbie- Two kids disagree over what Barbie’s aspirations are. (28:00-40:47) What is Going On? - Lamb Fat Injections- A woman decides to get beaver fluids injected in her head. (42:50-50:18) Crap on YouTube- Large Group of People Laugh on the Floor- Two guys can not commit to a laugh therapy class. (52:05-1:00:50) Crap on YouTube- 1 Minute Art Teacher Resume- A woman making video resume is distracted by her hype man. (1:01:01-1:13:46) Your Best Story- Vape Pen at Disney- A security guard attempts to get a woman to admit she is carrying weed. (1:13:55-1:17:10) Let’s Talk Some More About That- Seeing Your Kid Happy- Weed strains that give you paternal instincts. (1:17:18-1:30:17) Your Best Story- Driving Down a One-Way Street- A couple’s therapist sides with one of his patients over the other.

Adam Scott Aukerman continue on this week to discuss R.E.M.’s tenth studio album New Adventures in Hi-Fi. We’ll hear from a listener during an episode of “How’s Your Baby” and Adam tries to figure out which Parks & Rec character he would be. Then they cover how an onstage aneurysm in Switzerland led R.E.M. to produce the looser 1996 album before listening through song by song.

Welcome to Checkpoint Summah! Comedian Brent Weinbach joins Howard, Natasha and Stard to count down the latest charts. We’ll hear about Brent’s time entertaining the troops, family ancestries, and the artistic merit of video game soundtracks while they count down the Top 5 Songs on iTunes. Then, they’ll toss around solutions for the phone addiction crisis during the Movie Chart before opening up a special bunch of gifts to go along with their Hot Picks.

Hot off the prom, Marissa and Listler are joined by college admissions counselor Billy Reck aka Dr. B (Brian Gallivan) for another WOMP It Up! We’ll hear some of Dr. B’s college essay tips as well as how he’s embracing the Marina Del Rey community during Hot Topix. Then, they help a listener with getting over an ex during Listler’s Love Lockdown, and Spotlight On brings out a special questionnaire for Dr. B.

Sean is joined by ADAM LUSTICK from Corporate for a call-in show during a tragedy.