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Fan favorite and GGACP holiday fixture Mario Cantone drops by the studio to chime in on everything from the infamous Bette Davis-Joan Crawford feud to the not-so-special effects of "Mighty Joe Young" to the strange predilections of Frosty the Snowman. Also, Dracula plays heavy metal, Carol Kane plays Gilbert's wife, Mario learns the Perfecto Telles story (!) and the co-hosts rank the best (and worst) adaptations of "A Christmas Carol." PLUS: Dueling Dylans! "The Bear Who Slept Through Christmas"! The genius of Alan Menken! In praise of Leonard Maltin! And the (triumphant) return of Carol Channing and Herve' Villechaize!

As you look back on 2017, maybe you think the forces of evil had a banner year. Maybe you think decency took loss after loss, while cruelty went to the playoffs. Well what if we told you that while that was often true, there were squads of highly-motivated nice people standing up to the Nazis marching in the streets? And what if we also told you they stood up to those Nazis with the funniest, pinkest, fundraising-est pranks imaginable? On this week’s podcast, Alex Schmidt is joined by comedian, Southerner, and friend of the show Billy Wayne Davis, for a happy stroll down recent memory lane. They’ll discover magic t-shirts, “Swiss Coffee”, alien beings, and more fun ways the forces of good are kicking ass, taking names, and laughing all the way to the fun-bank. Footnotes: https://goo.gl/TkiQ1g

In the pilot episode of Hamilton High School's first, best, and only podcast hosted by teachers tackling issues about the Hamilton community, Mr. Cravy, Mr. Levi's, Mr. Padre, and Mr. Weatherman discuss some pet peeves, the perils of boogie boarding, and Mr. Levi's announces his mayoral campaign. Then, shop teacher Klaus Kendall (Paul F. Tompkins) comes by to share his deep respect for wood and hatred of animal.

It’s that special time of year again where Scott invites old friends and new friends to celebrate the Holidays! Expect appearances by Ho Ho the naughty Elf, intern Gino Lambardo, Jason “Heynong Man” Mantzoukas, formerly deceased music idol John Lennon, Mayor Junius Bobbledoonary, MC Sugar Butt, Chris Matthews of Hardball, and many more. Plus, indie rock super group Mister Heavenly plays songs off their new album “Boxing the Moonlight.”

Advice on what to do with a lot of free time, Franco’s crotch sock in The Disaster Artist, board game recs, and more on this week’s minisode! Paul goes through Corrections and Omissions for The Disaster Artist/The Room and the Movie Bitches review Thor: Ragnarok. Plus, you’ll find out which superhero movie we will be covering next!

Comedians Jessica Chaffin (Search Party), Julie Goldman (Dumb Gay Politics), and Brandy Howard (Dumb Gay Politics) join Negin to chat about Trump’s national security strategy and the CDC’s “word ban.” Plus, the panel imagines a year without shopping.

Sleigh bells ring in this week’s Raised By TV, and Jon & Lauren are talking about Christmas episodes! They ask why so many sitcoms featured homeless people that turned out to be Santa, watch Christmas clips from Family Matters, Friends and The Simpsons, and sing along to an SNL classic. Plus: a very special episode of Punky Brewster!

His Holiness Pope Francis (Jace Armstrong) turns out to be a real sneaky Pete on a Christmas episode of Hard Nation. Francis explains why Jesus was “the best,” lists his favorite Scientologists, and gets passionate about eating Cheetos in a bubble bath. Plus: Mark goes wassailing in a sketchy neighborhood.

On a very special episode of How Did This Get Made?, Paul speaks with the stars and writers of The Disaster Artist which includes James Franco, Dave Franco, Seth Rogen, Ari Graynor, Michael H. Webber, Scott Neustadter, Greg Sestero, and Tommy Wiseau. Plus, we present the classic HDTGM episode on The Room with Steve Heisler from The AV Club and Greg Sestero! Check out new HDTGM merch over at https://www.teepublic.com/user/howdidthisgetmade Where to Find Jason, June & Paul: You can see Jason, June, and Paul in The Disaster Artist in theaters now. Paul’s new comedy Drive Share is available on Go90. Paul can be seen on Wet Hot American Summer: Ten Years Later, Opening Night, and Veep. You can see June and Paul on NTSF:SD:SUV:: on HULU. June stars in Grace and Frankie on Netflix, as well as Lady Dynamite alongside with Jason. Jason can be seen in The Good Place, The House, The Lego Batman Movie, How to Be Single, Sleeping with Other People, and is still indeed in The Dictator.

Kristen Meinzer, Director of Non-fiction Programming and co-host of the By The Book podcast at Panoply Media, joins Lex Friedman and Chris Bannon on The Wolf Den. The three begin with an important conversation about workplace sexual misconduct and Kristen’s personal experiences at previous jobs. Kristen also recounts her career history and making the shift from public radio to a podcast startup.

Making eye contact with Jamie Lee.

TV Journalist, narrator, and Chicago legend Bill Kurtis joins Sarah Thyre and guest co-host Andy Richter to talk about Aaron Copland’s “Fanfare For The Common Man,” Paul Potts on Britain’s Got Talent, Truman Capote’s “A Christmas Memory,” and Glen Campbell’s cover of “Yesterday, When I Was Young.” Then, singer-songwriter Kelly Hogan stops by to talk about Edwin Hawkins Singers’ “Oh Happy Day,” Puddles the Clown, and more. Plus, a special performance by The Lawrence Peters Outfit.

The girls are on hiatus but that couldn’t stop Casey from taking on the Bev Hills premiere. Happy Holidays!

New student Marissa Willard (Casey Wilson) joins Marissa and Listler to spread the word on her all female production of “My Fair Lady” on this week’s Womp It Up! Hot Topix leads to us learning about Wompler’s turkey cooking skills, Listler being in the hospital, and Willard being attacked on Thanksgiving. Plus, we hear about Willard’s instant love of theatre when she first saw Cats and how her two moms met during “Spotlight On” before everyone offers listeners advice on jumping back into the dating world on Listler’s Love Lockdown.

The Matts sit down to talk one of the best Bonds there is with one of the best voices there is, Maurice LaMarche. Plus, Ian Fleming and Orson Welles may stop by. Not sure, you'll have to listen.

Writers Kara Brown (Jezebel) and Jane Marie (DTR podcsat) return to join Andrew to discuss bad dates, George Zimmerman’s Jay-Z threat, the new Star Wars, and much more. As always, leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.

Comedians Christi Chiello & Sean Patton join Jo and Manolo to play listener-created games with callers. Games played: Aparna NancherLa La Land, Anthropomorphize This!, and State Your Unpopular Opinion.

On this special Thanksgiving episode comedian Patti Harrison and musician Will Butler of Arcade Fire (along with Will's 5-year-old son Alvin) join Jo and Manolo to play listener-submitted games with callers. Games played: What's Your Primary Utensil, Rad Dads, and Sauce Boss.

Adam Scott Aukerman return to discuss U2's fourteenth studio album Songs of Experience and with the permission of the band give listeners an EXCLUSIVE first listen to the album track by track. Plus, we get a much needed Harry Potter and Halloween update from Adam and much more! Buy new U Talkin’ U2 To Me? t-shirts at podswag.com.

Unsure of her future, a young German woman finds herself in Australia picking cherries with a group of ex-cons & social outcasts. She passes the phone to a fellow picker and mentor of sorts who opens up about finding solace in the wilderness. He shares some practical tips, like how to hunt and cook wild pig. Hint: Don't use a fishing spear.

Comedian Jake Weisman joins Jensen and Matty to talk his new Comedy Central show “Corporate,” getting up OFF Christmas laser light projectors, Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri, and many more things you should know about.

Join Kevin as he sits down with self-proclaimed poker degenerate and brilliant actress Jennifer Tilly (Bullets Over Broadway). Jennifer chats about camaraderie amongst gamblers, the importance of strong nicknames, and how she will always be hustling.

Chicken on top? Dragon on bottom? Let’s talk to a cockatrice! Credits: Arnie: Arnie Niekamp Chunt: Adal Rifai Usidore: Matt Young Patti the Cockatrice: Laura Grey Mysterious Man: Tim Sniffen Craig: Ryan DiGiorgi Producers: Arnie Niekamp, Evan Jacover, Ryan DiGiorgi Editor: Chris Rathjen Theme Music: Andy Poland Magic Tavern Logo: Allard Laban Audio Assistance: Jason Knox Production Assistance: Garrett Schultz

On June 27th, 2003, a $6 million movie premiered at two theaters in Los Angeles, earning a reported box office gross of less than $2000. That movie was called THE ROOM, and against all odds it became a midnight screening sensation, changed the way the entire world watches movies, and made an enigmatic fake New Orleans native into the most successful unsuccessful director in Hollywood history. On this week’s podcast, Alex Schmidt is joined by Scott Neustadter & Michael H. Weber, screenwriters of the new (and high quality!) movie THE DISASTER ARTIST. Find out how a movie based on a book based on a film production slash friendship became a universally meaningful piece of drama, while keeping in every open door, ass shot, and demented line reading that makes THE ROOM a legend. Footnotes: https://goo.gl/REWy27

Another of Gilbert and Frank's favorite funnymen, actor and comedian Art Metrano looks back on his 50+ year career in film and television, his friendships with performers like Cornel Wilde, Elliott Gould and Robert Mitchum and his miraculous (and inspirational) recovery from a life-threatening injury. Also, Johnny Carson cracks up, Huntz Hall measures up, Buddy Hackett lays even money and Art parties with Lenny Bruce (and Clint Eastwood). PLUS: Jim Brown! "Night of the Hunter"! Raymond Burr goes it alone! The suavity of Dean Martin! The strangeness of Merv Griffin! And Art remembers the late, great Marvin Kaplan!