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Former campaign manager and “Trump whisperer” Kellyanne Conway (Julie Brister) stops by Hard Nation to enthuse about the President-elect and our glorious future. Mark joins her in imagining Ted Cruz’s moist lips, cheering Omarosa’s possible appointment to Trump’s cabinet, and shaming Pete’s drug use, while Pete considers setting himself on fire. #FeelingsTrumpFacts #HesOurPresident #GetOverIt

The Shrimps take on the The Sports Bras at Lake Street Gymnasium. Matt Gourley and Amanda Funbuns Lund and Captain Maria Blasucci and Molly Hawk-ey 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

Please enjoy the second Earmovie of Season 3, “Monsters of Mary Shelley” written by Ian Simpson. It stars Joanne Froggatt, Tom Riley, Chike Okonkwo, Scarlett Byrne, Tom Stokes, Tommy Flanagan, and David S. Lee.

Actor Lakeith Stanfield joins Kevin and guest-host Omar Dorsey this week to serve up some holiday Denzelishness. They dissect Denzel's advantages over Casey Affleck in an acting competition before Lakeith shares his experiences working on the hit show "Atlanta." We hear how the show captures the spirit of the city before Lakeith shares his Top 5 Denzel Movies, and finally, expectations are laid for the release of Denzel's "Fences."

The boys talk with Nai Palm, the lead vocalist of Hiatus Kaiyote. They make really smooth music. This is Hannibal writing in the 3rd person. I don't want to do it any more. We had a good time talking about music and people and life and juice. Check out Hiatus Kaiyote. Their last album is great to cuddle to. I'm not an excellent interviewer. Tony is very excited during this one and it shows. Thank you to our sponsors for tolerating the nonsense.

Katie and Brian head to the White House and sit down with Valerie Jarrett, a senior adviser to President Barack Obama. Not only is Jarrett a guiding voice in the Obama administration, but she has also been friends with the President and First Lady since they were an engaged couple in Chicago in the early 1990s. Jarrett discusses managing her work and friendship with the President, her emotions since the election and why she has hope for the Affordable Care Act's future. Plus, Brian talks with White House visitors from across the country.

Actor/writer Joshua Walker returns to join Andrew this week to talk about the Ohio legislature moving to ban abortion as early as 6 weeks after conception, having Republican friends, on campus Trump fans saying they need safe spaces, and much more. As always, leave us a message about anything you think is racist at (323) 389-RACE.

On a special Hard Boys investigation, Mark & Pete track down the anonymous 400 lb. New Jersey hacker (Charlie Sanders) that Donald Trump claims leaked the DNC's emails. In between sips of liquified meat, this mysterious man will reveal secrets about Putin, his own body, and the future of America that will make you question everything you thought you knew.

Finally, a movie where you don’t know who to root for. Recorded LIVE at Largo in Los Angeles, Andrea Savage joins Paul, June, & Jason to discuss Matthew Broderick & Danny DeVito in Deck the Halls! They’ll get into whether Danny DeVito plays a con man, the character journey of Kristin Davis & her cook book, the cross dressing sheriff, and the super sexual dance number during the town’s Christmas show. Plus, Andrea has some inside information from the set of the movie that explains so much. Happy New Year!

Two more murders in Boston bring the total to 7. The Strangler continues to elude investigators through the winter and spring of 1963. Then, in June, New York police find the body of sixty-two-year-old Zenovia Clegg in a Times Square hotel. She had been strangled, using a scarf tied in the Strangler’s signature bow. The NYPD quickly catches Clegg’s killer, a drifter from Maine named Charles Terry, and one legendary detective there, Tom Cavanagh, begins to suspect that he has arrested the real Boston Strangler. But the Boston PD doesn't seem to care. Host Portland Helmich traces Cavanagh’s life-long pursuit of evidence supporting his theory, and reveals the surprising details of Charles Terry’s life that seem to confirm his guilt.

Sean and Hayes are joined by standup/model YASSIR LESTER for a conversation about the arts of standup comedy and modeling.

Writer/comedian Chelsea Frank joins Deanna and Emily to chat about sugaring vs. waxing, the importance of having face to face game, and what to do when you accidentally like an old photo while “insta-stalking.” Plus, Chelsea tells us the do’s and don’ts when it comes to breaking up via texting.

Join guest host Samm Levine as he sits down with legendary voice actor Maurice LaMarche (Pinky and the Brain, Futurama). Maurice talks about his dislike of private jets, his rigorous study of the infamous Orson Welles "frozen peas" outtakes, and his unexpected intimate chat with the Dalai Lama.

Brainwashed into a religious cult. Our caller escaped 10 years ago, but she's only now starting to process the trauma: from sexual manipulation and poison, to hallucinations and "mind melding". Chris talks about therapy (and discovers a mutual love for go kart rides).

Rap legend MC Serch of 3rd Bass joins Jensen for a special out of format episode in which they chat about meeting Pete Nice for the first time, signing to early Def Jam, growing up with Zev Love X and his connection to the origin of The Gas Face, being an adult rapper, and much more.

Our inaugural episode kicks off with dreams about 80s pop superstar Huey Lewis, demon children with pink eye, and the age old question of whether Yoo-hoo is for children or adults. Plus, special guest Aparna Nancherla reminisces about the post-apocalyptic dreams of her childhood. Go to www.casper.com/dreams and use the offer code “DREAMS” for $50 off your next mattress purchase.

David Del Rio (In the Heights) knows what it's like to bring a Lin-Manuel Miranda production to life. After all, he was cast in Miranda's first musical, In the Heights. Del Rio joins Travon and Mike to talk about his Broadway experience, his Hamilton admiration, and the intensity of his song pick, "The World Was Wide Enough." Plus, don't miss this week's surprise segment from the Big Data crew.

It seems like a good time of year to interview a magical turkey. Credits Arnie: Arnie Niekamp Chunt: Adal Rifai Usidore: Matt Young Charles the Turkey: Scott Adsit Spurt the Elder: Andy Carey Shan Gammador: Shannon Cason Mysterious Man: Tim Sniffen Craig: Ryan DiGiorgi 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 Live Photo: John H. Abbot Special Thanks: The Chicago Podcast Festival Jonathan Pitts Tyler Greene The Athenaeum Theatre Recording Engineer: Mikel Pickett Live Engineer: Andrew Dallas Bread and Roses

Fugitive whistleblower Edward Snowden is either a human rights hero or a traitor, depending on who you ask. In this ad-free bonus episode, Katie sits down for a rare face-to-face interview with Snowden in Moscow, Russia. They discuss whether his disclosures to journalists harmed U.S. national security, how he pays his rent, and why he doesn't have any regrets. Head to Yahoo News to see the interview in video form: https://yhoo.it/2gGtXp0

Join Kevin as he sits down with actor and producer Janet Varney (The Legend of Korra, Stan Against Evil). Janet chats about being raised on sketch comedy, acting opposite monsters, and constantly wowing her 13-year-old self.

The boys touch down in Sydney and talk about sex, shaky hands, porn awards, and teaching Australia how to count and be great again.

When is it appropriate to use your cellphone in a movie theater? Paul gets into this and more as he opens up the Explanation Hope Line and goes through Corrections and Omissions for The Lawnmower Man. We’re also treated to an exclusive interview between Blake J. Harris and The Lawnmower Man director Brett Leonard (to read the entire interview go to www.slashfilm.com). Plus, we’ll find out which high school we’ll be returning to in our next movie, The Movie Bitches review Doctor Strange, and Paul’s got some great picks for you to enjoy! Get yourself a BB-8 “What Is Its Mission?” T-shirt or Tote Bag over at http://howdidthisgetmade.bigcartel.com Where to Find Jason, June & Paul: Paul is in the new Nicolas Cage film “Army of One” available on VOD. Paul’s new comedy Filthy Preppy Teen$ is now avail on the FullScreen and you can see June and Paul in their old show NTSF:SD:SUV:: on HULU. Paul also appears on Fresh off the Boat on ABC. June stars in Grace and Frankie on Netflix, as well as Lady Dynamite alongside with Jason. Jason can be seen in How to Be Single, Sleeping with Other People, and is still indeed in The Dictator.

Paul F. Tompkins welcomes anyone with a moth in their throat to this week’s episode of Spontaneanation! This week, Paul’s special guest is Rachel Bloom of Crazy Ex-Girlfriend! They chat about Rachel's favorite Prince song, her father's weird sense of humor, and pretending to know more than you actually do. Paul is then joined by Stephanie Courtney, Ryan Gaul, and Gary Anthony Williams to improvise a story set at Gabrielle's Quinceañera. 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!

Katie Halper (The Katie Halper Show) and Leah Bonnema (VH1) join Negin to talk about how to talk about Donald Trump. Meta! They also get into the latest developments from Transition 2016 and the Dakota Access Pipeline. Plus, why nonviolent protesting is anything but a wuss move.

In 2007, everything changed. At least, that’s according to journalist Tom Friedman, who tells David in this episode how 2007 was the single greatest technological inflection point since the printing press—and how we all missed it.