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Cord Jefferson (The Good Place, Master of None) and Grace Parra (Grace Anatomy) return to join Andrew to talk about people saying they can’t be racist if they are dating a person of a different ethnicity, the woman in Canada demanding a white doctor in a viral video, and much more. As always, leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.

Paul F. Tompkins welcomes ladies and gentlemen back to Spontaneanation! This week, Paul’s special guest is actor and comedian Ennis Esmer of Red Oaks and Blindspot! They chat about when it was the last time Ennis vomited, running home fast after getting drunk when he lived on a college campus, and loving to sleep in his clothes. Paul is then joined by Jean Villepique, Chris Tallman, and Josh Dean, to improvise a story set in A Covered Wagon Fording A River. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!

Actor and writer Brian Sacca joins Jensen and Matty to talk about working with Martin Scorsese on The Wolf of Wall Street, working with Bill Murray on FCU: Fact Checkers Unit, Wrecked on TBS, Leikeli47, Budapest, GLOW, how we were late on the bullet juicer, and many more things you should know about.

On her lunch break, today’s caller engages in some light hearted chit chat about office gossip and her (sometimes frustrating) side gig as a wedding photographer. But then, when a hot button political issue comes up, things start to get heated.

Join Kevin as he sits down with actor and writer Rob Corddry (Hot Tub Time Machine, Children’s Hospital). Rob chats about New Orleans ghost stories, the importance of space work, and often being confused for pal David Koechner.

We learn what Flower has been up to recently. Also, what’s taking breakfast so long. Credits Arnie: Arnie Niekamp Chunt: Adal Rifai Usidore: Matt Young Flower: Brooke Breit 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

Grammy-winning producer, British Invasion rocker and former Apple Records exec Peter Asher joins Gilbert and Frank for a fascinating discussion about (among other topics) the genius of James Taylor, the profound influence of the Everly Brothers, the rivalry between the Beach Boys and the Fab Four and the 50th anniversary of "Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band." Also, John Lennon meets Yoko Ono, Peter "inspires" Austin Powers, Linda Ronstadt teams with Nelson Riddle and Peter and Gordon play the '64 World's Fair. PLUS: Spike Milligan! Del Shannon! Jackie Gleason acts out! Chad & Jeremy meet the Caped Crusaders! And a "rejected" Beatles tune lands Peter at the top of the charts!

Believe it or not, the idea of the summer break wasn't invented until very recently. Before kids got the summer off, school basically was the break from months of grueling farm work or any of the other countless horrors we subjected children to before modern labor laws. As people moved out of farming jobs into the cities and modes of transportation out of the cities became cheaper and more efficient, the travel and recreation industry took flight. By the end of the twentieth century, resort towns, roadside attractions and theme parks were a main staple of the summer vacation and a huge source of money for local economies. Or at least the ones you've heard of were. On this week's podcast, Alex Schmidt is joined by Cracked writers and editors David Christopher Bell and Tom Reimann to discuss the origins of the summer break, how Disneyland was built, and a weird catalogue of failed theme parks lost to history. And if you're in Los Angeles in July, make sure to come to our next live podcast taping. On Saturday July 8th at 7:00pm at the UCB Sunset Theatre, former zoo tour guide and current Cracked Podcast host Alex Schmidt will be joined by Cracked's Daniel O'Brien and Katie Goldin as well as comedians Caitlin Gill, Joey Clift and Matt Kirshen as they discuss snakes, hippos, octopuses and every other animal that could Planet-0f-the-Apes us if they tried. Tickets are only $7 and available here: https://goo.gl/rVhzPC Also, be sure to get caught-up on our Cracked Podcast mini-series 'Looking the Part' co-hosted by Soren Bowie and Daniel O'Brien. Each Friday, Soren and Daniel are taking a deep-dive into the theories and hidden meanings behind movie hair, costumes and make-up. They examine the cryptic psychological reason behind Superman's dueling haircuts, why Ledger's Joker has scars and Leto's Joker has tattoos and a whole lot more. Check out episode 1 here: https://goo.gl/hwuUvB Check out episode 2 here: https://goo.gl/81qZk3 And stay tuned to the Cracked Podcast for episode 3 this Friday. Footnotes: Article: Cracked: 8 Amusement Parks That Died Surreal and Bizarre Deaths: https://goo.gl/62P2xQ Article: Slate: Do Kids Need a Summer Vacation: https://goo.gl/uVc9DB Article: PBS: Debunking the Myth of Summer Vacation: https://goo.gl/ieCCvs Article: Smithsonian Magazine: Where Was The Birthplace of the American Vacation: https://goo.gl/hiHiK8 Article: LA Times: How Disney Used Shell Companies To Start Its Magic Kingdom: https://goo.gl/1n8Lfj Article: Disney Parks: Bob Foster and the Founding of a Disney Kingdom: https://goo.gl/wg5ArV Article: Washington Post: This S.C. roadside attraction is garish, tacky and un-PC — but I stopped anyway: https://goo.gl/H3b4iV Photo: Six Flags Over Texas: Map With Confederacy Land: https://goo.gl/r1b6ew Photoset: Weather Channel: You Can Rent This 'Wizard of Oz' Them Park: https://goo.gl/1FkNwq Article: Cracked: 6 Insane Summer Camps That Will Make You Wish You Were a Kid: https://goo.gl/CidkkH Article: Cracked: 5 Disney Park Attractions You Won't Believe Existed: https://goo.gl/uqFJ43 Article: Cracked: 6 Ways Fourth of July Used To Make 'The Purge' Look Tame: https://goo.gl/5Sthd1 Wikipedia: Shania Twain: https://goo.gl/3DvgrU

Casey and Danielle are live from Largo with TWO amazing guests. First, Vanessa Bayer (Saturday night live) sits down to ask some tough questions about Ramona's high ponytail , then Jessica St. Clair (Playing House) returns to the podcast to answer for some prior harsh critiques she made about Casey and Danielle. There will be singing, there will be acting, and there will be lots of speculation about Sonja's sobriety and bold lip color.

Admit it: the Harry Potter movies would be totally different if he didn't have a cool scar. If Harry looked like Gary Oldman in 'Hannibal', Hermione and Ron be afraid to talk to him and even the Dementors would think twice before getting close to him. But Harry's scar is pencil-thin, and hides behind his hair. He's got a good-guy scar. And characters like Heath Ledger's Joker, Freddy Krueger and Scar? Obviously bad guys, right? 'The Lion King' wasn't even trying when they named their bad guy. Last week, in episode one of "Looking the Part," Soren Bowie and Daniel O'Brien analyzed what filmmakers were subtly telegraphing to audiences with characters' hair, mustaches and beards. This week the guys are joined by costume designer Jenna Wright to take a look at the skin, how scars and tattoos are used on good guys vs. bad guys, and the role costuming plays in developing a character. This episode is sponsored by Dollar Shave Club. For a limited time, new members get their 1st month along with the Executive Razor and a tube of their Dr. Carver’s Shave Butter for ONLY $5 with FREE shipping. That’s a $15 value for only $5 bucks! After that, razors are just a few bucks a month. This offer is exclusively available at DollarShaveClub.com/cracked

Liz Plank (Vox.com) and Vicky Kuperman (How To Spy On Your Neighbor) join Negin to discuss Senate Republicans' mysterious health care bill, the resignation of Uber’s CEO and Silicon Valley’s bro culture problem. Plus, Vicky explains partisan gerrymandering using a Friday Night Lights reference.

Alien pool floaties, Nic Cage, and what’s next for Charlie Sheen’s movie brother is covered on this week’s mini-sode! Paul goes through Corrections and Omissions for The Wraith, Paul goes through the mail bag, and the Movie Bitches review Power Rangers. Plus, you’ll find out which ninja film we’ll be covering next week! LA: Come check out the HDTGM Art Show over at Gallery 1988 (www.gallery1988.com) and come see Paul in Hanging Out with Paul Scheer at Largo at the Coronet, June 27th at 7pm. Get tix at www.largo-la.com! Check out new HDTGM merch over at https://www.teepublic.com/user/howdidthisgetmade Where to Find Jason, June & Paul: Paul’s new comedy Drive Share is available on Go90. Paul can be seen on 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 House, The Lego Batman Movie, How to Be Single, Sleeping with Other People, and is still indeed in The Dictator.

Author Jonny Son joins Andrew to discuss his new book “Everyone’s a Aliebn When Ur A Aliebn Too,” casting White actors in roles that can be played by Asian actors, and much more. As always, leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.

Recorded live from South by Southwest, Jill Soloway (Transparent, I Love Dick) and senator Wendy Davis join Sarah to talk about The Lion King’s opening procession at theTony Awards, the video of people in the rotunda in the Capitol from the night of the filibuster, and Out of Africa. Plus, a special performance by Kelly Willis and Jeff Queen.

To hear more episodes from this series go to http://stitcherpremium.com/SHOWBIZ for more details. Allan Drake was one of several Mob-connected comedians in mid-century America. His connections got him huge gigs at The Flamingo in Las Vegas and the Copacabana in New York. Those same connections would destroy his life and keep his name from reaching the history books. The episode features Mob-era comedians Jack Carter, Dick Curtis, Shecky Greene, and more.

Hearing voices with Kulap Vilaysack.

Bob Garfield, co-host of WNYC’s On The Media, joins Chris and Lex on The Wolf Den. Bob details the journey of his new podcast, The Genius Dialogues, from a Kickstarter campaign to its home on Audible Channels. The three also discuss podcasting business models, the advantage of host read ads, and the problem of maintaining editorial independence in an ad-driven environment.

Franklin Leonard and Kate Hagen bid listeners farewell! Please listen to the many great past Earmovies!

On this special super episode of Hard Nation, the guys are joined by ultimate super heroes Wonder Woman (Kimmy Gatewood) and Supergirl (Rebekka Johnson)! The ladies get into why invisible ink is endangered, Wonder Woman's first glimpse at a penis and Supergirl's deep love of Rotten Tomatoes.

The Shrimps take on the Princess Layups at the North Weddington Auditorium Season Finale. Matt and Mark really 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

Intern Marissa Wompler and teacher/former sniper Charlotte Listler are back! They join Scott as they tell us about their misadventures involving tunnels, Aztec ruins, Paris, and “dashiki fever.” Womp Up The Jamz!!!

Stand-up comedian Rory Scovel returns to join Scott to talk about his new Netflix special “Rory Scovel Tries Stand-Up for the First Time,” what exactly is funny, blindfolded babysitting, and the farthest he’s ever walked. Then, salesman Justin Hoffman stops by to talk about his time as a songwriter for Aladdin and his last failed business. Plus, educator Caroline BelindaCarlisle arrives to tell us about her time teaching preschool through an audition process.

While Matt is off getting married and honeymooned, I Was There Too will feature a special run of guest hosted episodes! This week actor Michael Ensign joins guest host Mark McConville to discuss the 1984 film Ghostbusters. Michael tells us about the multiple takes of his scene as the Hotel Manager due to the improvisation from the rest of the cast, his character standing up to Peter Venkman, and not realizing the popularity of the film until watching it in a theater with an audience saying the lines. He also talks about his time with the Royal Shakespeare Company, his first big film role in Midnight Express, and his many other film/TV credits including Titanic, The Dukes of Hazzard, and much more.

LIVE from Largo in Los Angeles, Andy Richter of Conan joins Paul, June, and Jason to discuss the 1980 disco/rock opera The Apple. They’ll cover June believing the movie took place in space, Paul not realizing the movie's connection to Adam and Eve, and the BIM mandated hour exercise. Plus, we get into accents as the audience comes prepared with BIM marks during Audience Q&A! Don’t forget to check out Blake Harris’ Oral History of The Apple over at www.slashfilm.com! Get yourself a BB-8 “What Is Its Mission?” T-shirt or Tote Bag over at http://howdidthisgetmade.bigcartel.com/ People of the internet: Watch Paul in Fresh off the Boat on ABC. Awhile ago, Paul and Rob Huebel did a comedy special on a 60 foot glass bus that traveled around LA. Now you'll be able to see it. Go to https://itun.es/us/3M4J9 now to buy it! You can also see Jason in Transparent on Amazon and in Dirty Grandpa in a theater near you! Also, check out June in Grace and Frankie available on Netflix, and in all the episodes of NTSF:SD:SUV:: on HULU for free, and Jason in The Dictator (he's still in it!).

Ever wonder what it's like to be paid to secretly watch shoppers on camera? This week's caller works in the retail field of "loss prevention." He tells Gethard about the time he confronted a shoplifter and got punched in the face, and discusses how the American heroin epidemic is directly correlated with retail theft. Plus, Gethard hears a little bit about the caller's unorthodox personal life.