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Paul F. Tompkins welcomes the audience under the roof of the Bell House in Brooklyn to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul’s special return guest is humorist David Rees! David chats about which 3 celebrities he would recruit to his post-apocalyptic survival team and why, his time in a barbershop group, and his 3 second only in New York story. Then, they are joined by improvisers Eugene Cordero, Tawny Newsome, and Little Janet Varney, to improvise a story set at a Yngwie Malmstein Concert. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!

Comedian Jason Sheridan of Podcast: The Ride joins Jensen and Matty to talk about his love of theme parks as a childless man in his 30s, professional boxer Ryan Garcia, Leslie Stein comics, Shot in the Dark, how we were late on TheReportOfTheWeek YouTube channel, and many more things you should know about.

Todd Glass talks every glorious aspect of his new Netflix stand-up special, as well as what the hell pisses him off...

A man narrates his stroll though a Wal-Mart. As he peruses the aisles, from guns to kitchen appliances, the discussion ranges from philosophical to farcical.

Emmy-winning writer-producer-actor Phil Rosenthal chats with Gilbert and Frank about a number of compelling topics, including the "sex appeal" of comedians, the vulgarity of network sitcoms, the ingeniousness of "Tootsie" (and "The Swimmer") and the realism and relatability of "The Honeymooners." Also, Lucy loses a ring, George Burns nabs an Oscar, Robert Mitchum dons an apron and Phil remembers his dear friend Peter Boyle. PLUS: The artistry of Alan Arkin! The wonder of Walter Matthau! Jerry Lewis plays the big room! Phil hangs with Peter O'Toole! And the most politically incorrect movie ever made!

The tavern is quiet but the dead will walk and spill their secrets this night. Also, Chunt has a new friend! Credits: Arnie: Arnie Niekamp Chunt: Adal Rifai Usidore: Matt Young Tomblain Belaroth: Steve Waltien Mysterious Man: Tim Sniffen Craig: Ryan DiGiorgi Producers: Arnie Niekamp, Evan Jacover, Ryan DiGiorgi Editor: Ryan DiGiorgi Theme Music: Andy Poland Magic Tavern Logo: Allard Laban Audio Assistance: Jason Knox Production Assistance: Garrett Schultz

In the year 2050, there will be 10 billion people on Earth. Or at least that’s the scientific estimate. Sounds like a giant human milestone, right? Well IT TOTALLY IS…assuming we harvest 50% more food than we are now, to feed those people. Oh and 4.5 billion people will be short on fresh drinking water by 2025, 1.2 billion people are short on electricity right now, and global temperatures are about to rise a degree Fahrenheit or two (or 8.1, turning most of the world into a desert). So…where do we go from here, Earth? Well on this week’s episode of The Cracked Podcast, Alex Schmidt sits down with science/history/everything about life on Earth writer Charles C. Mann. They’ll explore the lives of Norman Borlaug & William Vogt, the title “characters” of Mr. Mann’s new book The Wizard and the Prophet: Two Remarkable Scientists and Their Dueling Visions to Shape Tomorrow's World. We’ll also uncover photosynthesis’s stupidity, nail down climate change’s branding, and look back on hundreds of years of human self-improvement that suggest we might just make it to 10 billion if we pull it together. Footnotes: https://goo.gl/p4sxHy

Natasha Leggero and Riki Lindhome of Another Period join Scott to talk about the third season of one of the best non-sports shows on television. Then, adventurer Kiwi Kris stops by to tell us about his adventures which includes falling into a hole and discovering a new part of Machu Picchu. Later, musician Josh Fox stops by to talk about working on a new album with his band Septic Imperfection and to do some acapella versions of his songs.

Recorded live from Largo at the Coronet in Los Angeles, Wild Horses (Lauren Lapkus, Mary Holland, Stephanie Allynne, Erin Whitehead) get cozy with special guest Conan O’Brien and then improvise a scene based off their conversation.

Scott Blakeman (Laughing Liberally) and Seema Iyer (The Bollywood Lawyer) join Negin to talk about Trump’s shifting stance on DACA and his proposed border wall. They also look at the promising statistics about women’s role in the resistance. Plus, Negin and the panel dig into the Oscar nominations and weigh in on Mo’Nique’s call for a Netflix boycott.

Recorded live from Largo at the Coronet in Los Angeles, Marissa and Listler (Jessica St. Clair and Lennon Parham) travel from Marina Del Ray to Hollywood to present an episode of their podcast project Womp It Up! Expect appearances from Marissa’s one-time flame Eric “Gutterballs” Gutterman (Jason Mantzoukas), Marissa’s stepdad Seth Wompler (Brian Huskey), Health teacher Mr. Joe Bongo (Andy Daly), Humanities teacher Rhonda DeLuce (Danielle Schneider), and Drama teacher Dr. Lionel Drioche (Seth Morris) as they figure out whether Marissa is expecting a big change in her life.

Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin (Greg Tuculescu) and his impressive man-boobs arrive on the shores of Hard Nation! Putin claims he wrestles President Trump every time he meets him, endorses a 'strong hug' as his favorite murder method, and admits he wants to take over the United States. Plus: the Hard boys talk Oscar noms!

Spoiling for a fight with Jeff Dye.

Space James Bond calls for space James Bonding guests. Actual beloved Nasa scientist Bobak Ferdowsi and actual beloved return guest Jimmy Blades join the boys to go over the moon for 007!

Author Dorothy Charlessss joins Scott to talk about her handwritten book “Help Yourself” and the passing of her husband. Then, whistleblower Leo Williams stops by to expose the secret society known as The Order of the Owl. Later, 20 something Will Crowe stops by from Alaska to talk about how hard it is to date in Los Angeles.

Comedians Halle Kiefer (Vulture) & Marcia Belsky (Misandry with Marcia and Rae) join Jo & Manolo to play listener-created games with callers. Games played: State Parks Rock!, Verdigris Monkey, and Celebrity Mind Puzzle.

Sunanda Sachatrakul and Graham High join Andrew to discuss their web series “Straight White Guy Listening,” the 2018 Women’s March, Apu from the Simpsons, and much more. As always, leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.

Actress and writer Cazzie David joins Jensen and Matty to talk about her web-series Eighty-Sixed, rapper Shirt, Aura self cleaning toothbrush, how we were late on Milk Jar Cookies, and many more things you should know about.

Former film critic and award-winning filmmaker Rod Lurie (The Contender) goes deep into great performances, this year and from his films.

She does improv, lives in New Jersey and considers herself a "niche person." Needless to say, this week’s caller bonds pretty easily with Gethard. She explains what it’s like to be on summer break from college and a little boy crazy.

Paul F. Tompkins welcomes clappers and wooers to Spontaneanation live at the Bell House in Brooklyn! This time out, Paul’s special guest is senior editor for The Daily Beast, Erin Gloria Ryan! Erin chats about whether she is excited for the singularity or if she’s terrified, not being allowed to watch sitcoms as a kid but did watch The Nanny, and her childhood memory of being mad at her dad for falling asleep during The Little Mermaid. Then, they are joined by improvisers Eugene Cordero, Tawny Newsome, and Little Janet Varney, to improvise a story set in Wisconsin. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!

Writer, producer and showbiz historian Mark Evanier joins Gilbert and Frank for a loose and lively conversation about the lasciviousness of Herve Villechaize, the eccentricities of Paul Winchell, the multiple talents of Howard Morris (and Allan Melvin!) and the artistry of "It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World." Also, Red Skelton works blue, Vincent Price disses Danny Kaye, Billy Barty meets the Bay City Rollers and Groucho visits the set of "Welcome Back, Kotter." PLUS: Sergio Aragones! "Who's Minding the Mint?"! Jack Benny goes to the movies! Gilbert breaks bread with Rob Petrie! And Frank sings the "Banana Splits" theme with Joe Barbera!

We interview a mouth piece of the Dark Lord in a packed tavern. We’re also joined by a solo nymbee of nymbee and Grundle. (Recorded live at the historic Sixth & I synagogue in Washington D.C.) Credits: Arnie: Arnie Niekamp Chunt: Adal Rifai Usidore: Matt Young Conrad Von Plotz: David Plotz Danielle Kurtzleben: Danielle Kurtzleben nymbee: Storm DiCostanzo Mysterious Man: Tim Sniffen Craig: Ryan DiGiorgi Technical Difficulties Witch: Shama Jacover Producers: Arnie Niekamp, Evan Jacover, Ryan DiGiorgi Editor: Garrett Schultz Theme Music: Andy Poland Magic Tavern Logo: Allard Laban Audio Assistance: Jason Knox Production Assistance: Garrett Schultz

If there’s one book the entire planet wants to read right this second, it’s ‘Harry Potter and the Eighth Novel That’s As Good As The First Seven’. So far J.K. Rowling hasn’t given it to us, because she’s been TOO LAZY (and when we say “too lazy”, we mean she’s written a play and a movie franchise and adult novels and good tweets). So what if someone else could replicate her work, and write us more Potter? Also what if that writer was a machine? And what if that machine delivered utterly brilliant scene descriptions like “Ron was going to be spiders. He just was.” that made us realize how funny Harry Potter oughta be? On this week’s episode of The Cracked Podcast, Alex Schmidt sits down with Jamie Brew, Elle O’Brien, & Mike Frederickson, a team of comedians & tech wizards from Botnik. They’ll dig into how Botnik’s predictive text technology combines with actual living breathing humans, to find fun jokes within the relentless advance of automation. They’ll also discover a digital future that might actually be worth looking forward to. And they’ll even deliver The Cracked Podcast’s first ever dramatic literary reading. Footnotes: https://goo.gl/79Y8wT

Paul F. Tompkins welcomes everyone including riddle lovers back to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul’s special guest is actress and comedian Maribeth Monroe of Workaholics and The Good Place! Maribeth chats about her most embarrassing superstition, being tormented by her older brothers growing up, and purgatory. Then, they are joined by improvisers Nancy Hayden and Jaime Moyer, to improvise a story set in Wisconsin Dells Water Park. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!