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Speaking in code with Kumail Nanjiani.

Hari Kondabolu (Politically Re-Active) and Jeff Kreisler (The Final Edition Radio Hour) join Negin to dissect the continued fallout of Trump's reaction to Khizr Khan's speech at the DNC. They also explain "The Letter" and how children of immigrants can educate their parents on Black Lives Matter (and how to subscribe to this podcast). Plus, they unpack some complicated voter ID laws.

If you've ever had tapas in the US, you have José Andrés to thank. Don't listen to this one hungry.

Colton Dunn, Pamela Murphy, and Alex Fernie are here along with special musical guest Chris Farren of Fake Problems for a musical edition of improv4humans with Matt Besser! Chris treats us by playing some songs which serve as inspiration for improvised scenes about a member of a band who only sits back & gets high, giving that special someone a gift that really benefits yourself, a store that specializes in “Fleeces & Jesus,” and much more! Humans of San Francisco, improv4humans with Matt Besser will be LIVE at San Francisco’s Outside Lands Music and Arts Festival on Saturday, August 9th at 2pm with special guests Chris Gethard, Lauren Lapkus, and Seth Morris! Be sure to watch many of the stars of improv4humans on the new Hulu series called Hotwives of Orlando. This is some funny shit and it’s available now. Make sure to get the UCB Comedy Improv Manual, Matt Besser’s new comedy album at mattbesser.com, and Fake Problems’ music over at www.fakeproblems.com.

This former professional soccer player's life hasn't turned out anywhere close to what she planned -- but she's happy. And as she tells Chris, she's learning how to tap into her competitive spirit every day.

Actress, comedian, and musician Riki Lindhome of Garfunkel and Oates joins Howard and Kulap for this week's Who Charted. They talk modern make-up tricks and swap stories of losing virginity while counting down Shazam's Top 5 Songs. Later, Howard tries to top Hamilton's rhymes during the Movie Chart, and Stard joins in for Two Charted where they listen to Kevin's Top Picks. Make sure to buy Howard's new album, Oculus Summah, at howardkremer.bandcamp.com/.

It's no secret that Matt is a huge James Bond fan. He hosts the James Bonding podcast along with fellow 007 fanatic Matt Mira and is very excited to dig into one of the most classic Bond films of all time, 1964's Goldfinger. Matt is joined by Linda Gidley for a discussion on what lead a young woman not even old enough to drive at the time to become one of Pussy Galore's Flying Circus Pilots in Goldfinger. Plus, Matt takes us through the 007's that never were in the return of the classic segment "I Wasn't There Too." JAMES BROLIN 007 SCREEN TEST: SAM NEILL 007 SCREEN TEST:

Actor Ato Essandoh joins Kevin and Kamau this week to talk about Ato's alleged death while filming "Django Unchained," transitioning from a chemical engineer to a performer, and the process of getting cast in the new Jason Bourne movie. Later, Ato counts down his Top 5 Denzel Films, and the gang analyzes the Denzelishness of the 1991 film "Mississippi Masala".

If a website could be considered a country, Facebook would be the largest country in the world, with nearly 2 billion "digital citizens". What type of effect does this forum have on world culture? James' personal introversion has benefited as he's able to reach his social network without stepping out of his comfort zone, but is our digital culture creating more ills than benefits to our greater society?

Through her WNYC podcast and radio program “Note to Self” Manoush Zomorodi is exploring how technology affects culture, the way we work and the way we live our lives. She guests on the Wolf Den to discuss how that curiosity has led to projects on her show that engaged tens of thousands of listeners to join in guided self-experiments in managing their use of personal technology, and their own information overload. Manoush also reflects on the experience of being a woman covering a male-dominated field like tech, and how podcasting inadvertently offers a buffer from the kind of negativity often seen on social media. She also has practical advice for podcasters who want to build audience engagement, and lessons to share from her transition from being a news reporter to a host.

Author, comedian, and musician Dave Hill joins Sarah and Susan to talk about musical legend Prince, Big Star's "Thirteen," memories of ice skating with his mother, The La's "There She Goes," Pedro the Lion's "Priests and Paramedics," and "Stairway to Heaven" by Led Zeppelin played on piano by Dave's father.

Bob Costas is THE voice of the Olympics — the legendary broadcaster has hosted more than a dozen of the games. Today he talks with Katie and Brian about how he prepares to preside over the Olympics, and how a childhood passion for sports turned into a love of sportscasting. He also explains conflicted feelings over Caitlyn Jenner’s 2015 Arthur Ashe award, and weighs in on our current political climate. Plus, we hear some of your favorite Olympics memories.

In this 1957 episode from the Hard Nation archives, author and philosopher Ayn Rand (Heather Anne Campbell) reveals her love of amphetamines and hatred of Elvis, and rewrites The Cat In The Hat as a capitalist manifesto. Plus: Mark thinks Pete is a Communist, and Pete thinks he’s a dog.

The Shrimps take on the Black Dahlias at Westwood Recreation Center. Matt Gourley and Mark McConville call the action. The Shrimps on Twitter: @pistolshrimpsbb The Shrimps on Instagram: @thepistolshrimps Pistol Shrimps Radio on Twitter: @shrimpsradio Pistol Shrimps Radio on Instagram: @pistolshrimpsradio Matt Gourley on Twitter and IG: @mattgourley Mark McConville on Twitter and Instagram: @markmcconville

Is there an effective way for a novelist or non-fiction author to capture people's attention nowadays? If Stephen were to begin his writing career today, would he still have pursued a track through newspaper editorial to major-publisher book writing? Do people retain enough information from reading a book to make it a worthwhile endeavor? All of these questions and more get answered on today's episode of Question of the Day.

Filmmaker and actor Joyce Wu (She Lights Up Well) joins Andrew this week to talk about current trends including the trailer for the movie The Great Wall, The Trump-Khan feud, and much more. As always, leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.

Sean Clements of Hollywood Handbook is back on this week's Comedy Bang! Bang! to speak on his love of reading lyrics, his thoughts on Melania Trump, and what it would sound like if his character Tervis were to have made an appearance on the show. Later, Sean leaves and proud citizen Rich Mind Vain arrives along with great Hollywood actor Nick Nolte who is doing press for Suicide Squad. Finally, Angelica Trashmouth stops by in complete awe as she shares her feelings on visiting the city for the first time.

In a special 100th episode of HDTGM, Paul, June, and Jason finally tackle Junior, the movie that inspired HDTGM’s artwork! They’ll cover everything from Smartszennegger, Emma Thompson being a klutz, Schwarzenegger in drag, DeVito’s jerk off room, and how there is no scientific explanation on how Schwarzenegger’s baby could survive in his belly. Plus, everyone pitches their remake of the film.

Paul F. Tompkins welcomes the live people of Vancouver, BC and the people of the internet to this week's episode of Spontaneanation, recorded live from the famous Fox Cabaret! This week, Paul’s special guest is Vancouver's legendary improv group The Sunday Service: Ryan Beil, Caitlin Howden, Kevin Lee, Aaron Read, and Taz Van Rassel! Paul chats with Caitlin about the childhood trauma that defined her as an artist, being raised in a small inuit village, and the proper disposal of sheep dogs. Paul and Caitlin are then joined by the entire Sunday Service to improvise a story set at Summer Camp. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano! The next live edition of Spontaneanation happens Saturday, August 6 at Largo at The Coronet! Join Paul & Eban as they welcome improvisors Dan Ahdoot, Tim Baltz and Tawny Newsome, and special interview guest Desmin Borges from You’re The Worst! Tickets are on sale now!

You may know Ashley Tisdale from her role in Disney's "High School Musical" but she is becoming a new woman in her acting career with her latest role as a stripper in the comedic film "Amateur Night" starring Jason Biggs. Ashley joins Deanna and Emily this week to tell us about going out of her comfort zone, what lead her to make the decision to get into producing projects, and her new makeup line Illuminate.

This week, comedian Emma Arnold joins Randy and Jason for lively discussions about what its like to live "out of the fray" in Idaho, how to juggle a big family with a career in comedy, and her novel about trans-dimensional necromancers. Plus, Daniel Van Kirk bring stories that include a man saving his mother's car from a naked thief, and the Sklars give Nicholas Cage a call to ask about the new Ghost Rider.

Jack Barakat, lead guitarist of the band All Time Low joins Jensen and Matty to talk about donuts, Mac Miller's "Dang!" feat. Anderson .Paak, the Cat-Pack, Don't Think Twice, Marley documentary, how we were late on The Joe Schmo Show, and many other things you should know about.

Join special guest host Marc Evan Jackson as he sits down with comedian Wayne Federman (Legally Blonde, The 40-Year-Old Virgin) to chat about Ted Talks, writing for Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, and the Wayne Federman International Film Festival.

Do you feel the need to shake up your work life after twenty-plus years in the job market? Professional self re-inventors Stephen and James are here to help. Both hosts have pivoted their careers multiple times, some of which while keeping their former full-time jobs, and today they give advice and examples to what their methods have been to keep them on their toes creatively.

Hayes and Sean have to reprimand a crazed fan. Then HOWARD KREMER joins the guys to organically discuss a service they all love.