An Absolute Gag!

Actor Tommy Thurston joins the pod to discuss the always thrilling Betty Buckley singing an iconic song.  We talk about our favorite versions of the song, the mega musical and how special acting a song truly is. Plus, as always, we have our gags of the week!Charity Focus of the Week:  PAWS ChicagoCheck out their website:  www.pawschicago.orgFollow the podcast on Instagram:  anabsolutegagpodFollow the podcast on Twitter: @AnAbsoluteGag

Actor of the stage and television screen Patrick Byrnes joins the pod to discuss the year 2019 in the life of forever beauty Jennifer Lopez.  We discuss Hustlers, the Super Bowl and the future of this iconic celebrity queen. Plus, as always, we have our gags of the week!Charity Focus of the Week: Latinos ProgresandoCheck out their website: https://latinospro.org/Follow Missy on Instagram: patrickbyrneschicagoFollow the podcast on Instagram: anabsolutegagpodFollow the podcast on Twitter: @AnAbsoluteGag

Actor, beltress and super funny lady Missy Aguilar joins the pod to talk about the always reliable side of all food, FRIES!  We discuss the emotional connection to food and the proper fry to sauce ratio!  And, as always, we have gags of the week!Charity Focus of the Week:  Aids Run & Walk Chicago (Team Option Up!)Check out their website: https://www.classy.org/team/357502Follow Missy on Instagram: missyaguilarFollow the podcast on Instagram: anabsolutegagpodFollow the podcast on Twitter: @AnAbsoluteGag

Actor, Comedian and all around funny gal Veronica Garza joins the pod to talk about the HBO Gen-Z drama series Euphoria.  We discuss the intense storylines, incredible fashion and Zendaya, Zendaya, Zendaya!  And, as always, we have gags of the week!Charity Focus of the Week: Stop AAPI HateCheck out their website: https://stopaapihate.org/Follow Veronica on Instagram: veeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeFollow Veronica on TikTok: @myfoofyFollow the podcast on Instagram: anabsolutegagpodFollow the podcast on Twitter: @AnAbsoluteGag

Actor Jason Richards joins the pod to talk about the much beloved and polarizing film Hook.  We discuss the magical cast and how nostalgia goggles blind your critical eye.  And, as always, we have gags of the week!Charity Focus of the Week:  Give Kids the WorldCheck out their website:  https://www.gktw.org/Follow the podcast on Instagram: anabsolutegagpodFollow the podcast on Twitter: @AnAbsoluteGag

Actor, Comedian, Journalist and Podcaster Joseph “Joey” Galizia joins the pod to talk about an iconic episode of the FX series Atlanta.  We discuss the cinematic approach to the episode and the universality of Donald Glover’s work.  And, as always, we have gags of the week!Charity Focus of the Week: Asians Advancing Justice AtlantaCheck out their website:  https://www.advancingjustice-atlanta.org/Check out Joey’s writing at  https://wrestling-edge.com/Check out Joey’s podcast: Cinematic Explorers ClubFollow the podcast on Instagram: anabsolutegagpodFollow the podcast on Twitter: @AnAbsoluteGag

Actor and Podcaster Patrick Fincutter joins the pod to talk about the “gone too soon” sitcom Happy Endings.  We discuss the top five episodes and figure out if we’re a Jane or not.  And, as always, we have gags of the week!Charity Focus of the Week: Felines & CaninesCheck out their website: https://www.felinescanines.org/Check out Patrick on Instagram: trick_finFollow the podcast on Instagram: anabsolutegagpodFollow the podcast on Twitter: @AnAbsoluteGag

While we are on hiatus over at An Absolute Gag studios, we have a special gift!  We are giving you the first of two episodes of the amazing The D Word Podcast who were guests on our Halloween episode.  Here's a taste of their podcast and we encourage you to subscribe to them immediately!Subscribe:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-d-word/id1508221394

While we are on hiatus over at An Absolute Gag studios, we have a special gift!  We are giving you the first of two episodes of the amazing The D Word Podcast who were guests on our Halloween episode.  Here's a taste of their podcast and we encourage you to subscribe to them immediately!Subscribe:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-d-word/id1508221394

Actor and Drag Performer Connor Konz joins the pod to talk about the Star Wars ripoff Starcrash in this mega episode! We discuss why we love bad movies and what it’s like to be a contestant on a reality show as a teenager. And, as always, we have gags of the week!Charity Focus of the Week: Chicago Black Drag CouncilCheck out their website: https://www.chicagoblackdragcouncil.org/Check out Connor on Instagram: connorkonzFollow the podcast on Instagram: anabsolutegagpodFollow the podcast on Twitter: @AnAbsoluteGag

Actor Nick Druzbanski joins the pod to talk about the incredible work of Riz Ahmed in the film Sound of Metal. We discuss having your passion taken away and Riz’s amazing back muscles. And, as always, we have gags of the week!Charity Focus of the Week: Getting Grown CollectiveCheck out their website: https://www.gettinggrowncollective.com/Check out The Bare-Naked Pole on Instagram: @thebarenakedpoleFollow the podcast on Instagram: anabsolutegagpodFollow the podcast on Twitter: @AnAbsoluteGag

Actor Caitlyn Cerza joins the pod to revel in the glory that is Fergie’s National Anthem. We discuss singing it before events and why do we do it anyway? And, as always, we have gags of the week!Charity Focus of the Week: Brave Space AllianceCheck out their website: https://www.bravespacealliance.org/Check out Caitlyn on Instagram: kiki_cerzaFollow the podcast on Instagram: anabsolutegagpodFollow the podcast on Twitter: @AnAbsoluteGag

Filmmaker and screenwriter Marissa Lessman joins the pod to discuss the intense film Promising Young Woman. We discuss female led/female directed stories and the impact of perspectives in film. And, as always, we have gags of the week!***This episode contains spoilers starting a 1:16:00 mark of the episode.***Charity Focus of the Week: The GothamCheck out their website: https://thegotham.org/Check out BBF Productions: https://www.bbfprods.com/Follow the podcast on Instagram: anabsolutegagpodFollow the podcast on Twitter: @AnAbsoluteGag

Actor Jacquelyne Jones joins the pod to chat about one of our favorite Housewives of New York. We discuss Leah bringing new life to the franchise and changing where these shows are going. And, as always, we have gags of the week!Charity Focus of the Week: Aids Foundation ChicagoCheck out their website: https://www.aidschicago.org/Follow Jacquelyne on Instagram: jacquelynejonesFollow the podcast on Instagram: anabsolutegagpodFollow the podcast on Twitter: @AnAbsoluteGag

Actor and TikTok star Jordan Scott Taylor joins the pod to discuss the brilliance of icon Jennifer Coolidge and her amazing career. We discuss her queer icon status and how much she means to so many different generations. And, as always, we have gags of the week!Charity Focus of the Week: Global Giving Coronavirus Relief FundCheck out their website: https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/coronavirus-relief-fund/Follow Jordan on Instagram: jordntaylorinstaFollow Jordan on TikTok: jordntaylorFollow the podcast on Instagram: anabsolutegagpodFollow the podcast on Twitter: @AnAbsoluteGag

Comedian, Actor and Improviser Molly Jones joins the podcast to break down monumental award show gags. We bring back our Gag Roulette and ask each other who are we wearing. And, as always, we have gags of the week!Charity Focus of the Week: Black Girls CodeCheck out their website: https://www.blackgirlscode.com/Follow the podcast on Instagram: anabsolutegagpodFollow the podcast on Twitter: @AnAbsoluteGag

The first episode of An Absolute Gag spinoff, Gag Reports NOW is a breakdown of a pop culture event that must immediately be addressed. In the first episode, actor Tyler Anthony Smith returns to discuss the Netflix film "The Prom". We talk about what worked and what absolutely did not work.Follow the podcast on Instagram: anabsolutegagpodFollow the podcast on Twitter: @AnAbsoluteGag

Happy Holidays, Joans! Let's all celebrate and don our gay apparel! We are joined by some of our favorite Joans from episodes past to share with us their letters to Santa asking for the pop culture they want in 2021. It's a song and dance spectacular that's absolutely gaggy!Follow the podcast on Instagram: anabsolutegagpodFollow the podcast on Twitter: @AnAbsoluteGag

Actor/Musician Molly LeCaptain joins the pod to talk about a star making performance on MTV. We discuss our love of the VMAs and try to answer what is computer science. And as always, we have our Gags of the Week!Charity Focus of the Week: Chicago Street MedicineCheck out their website: https://www.chicagostreetmedicine.org/Follow the podcast on Instagram: anabsolutegagpodFollow the podcast on Twitter: @AnAbsoluteGag

Actor Michael Jones joins the pod to mark out about the guiltiest pleasure of professional wrestling and a career defining moment. We discuss representation and how wrestling is "real". And as always, we have our Gags of the Week!Charity Focus of the Week: Connor's CureCheck out their website: https://www.v.org/connor/Check out Mike on YouTube at WhoMikeJones21Follow the podcast on Instagram: anabsolutegagpodFollow the podcast on Twitter: @AnAbsoluteGag

Actor Parker Guidry joins the podcast to educate everyone in the way of Bey. We discuss the visual album drop that changed the game and iconic chair dancing. And, as always, we have gags of the week!Charity Focus of the Week: The Okra ProjectCheck out their website: https://www.theokraproject.com/Follow Parker on Instagram at parkourpierreFollow the podcast on Instagram: anabsolutegagpodFollow the podcast on Twitter: @AnAbsoluteGag

Actor/Writer Ross Compton joins the podcast to talk about an iconic screen pairing that works on the big and small screen so well. We discuss grounded honesty in comedy and partnership in storytelling. And, as always, we have gags of the week!Charity Focus of the Week: Loveland FoundationCheck out their website:https://thelovelandfoundation.org/Check out all three episodes of Peach on Earth on Theatre Above the Law’s Youtube Page.Follow the podcast on Instagram: anabsolutegagpodFollow the podcast on Twitter: @AnAbsoluteGag

Actor/Musician Tiffany Topol joins the podcast to talk about a Christmas special unlike any other. We discuss representation of the ego in puppets and our favorite American Girl dolls. And, as always, we have gags of the week!Charity Focus of the Week: Brave Space AllianceCheck out their website: https://www.bravespacealliance.org/Follow Tiffany on Instagram: movethefurniture ; fannyteeFollow the podcast on Instagram: anabsolutegagpodFollow the podcast on Twitter: @AnAbsoluteGag

Actor/Podcaster Michael Turrentine joins the podcast to talk about the wig snatch heard round the world. We discuss representation in film and the forever young Angela Bassett. And, as always, we have gags of the week!Charity Focus of the Week: Paws With a CauseCheck out their website:https://www.pawswithacause.org/Subscribe and download How’s Your Heart with Michael Turrentine on all podcatcher apps.Follow the podcast on Instagram: anabsolutegagpodFollow the podcast on Twitter: @AnAbsoluteGag

Drag superstar Darby Lynn Cartwright joins the pod to discuss one of the greatest musical television moments. We discuss the life of Judy and the importance of her to the queer community. And, as always, we have gags of the week!Charity Focus of the Week: Molasses ChicagoCheck out their website: https://www.molasseschicago.com/Check out IMHO The Show on YoutubeFollow Darby on Instagram: darbylynncartwrightFollow the podcast on Instagram: anabsolutegagpodFollow the podcast on Twitter: @AnAbsoluteGag

The cohosts of The D Word Podcast Evelyn and Eric join the pod to discuss a collection of practical effect movie moments in our first Gag Roulette. We discuss why CGI sucks and talk about dinosaurs a lot. Plus, Tommy loves Goosebumps. And, as always, we have gags of the week!Charity Focus of the Week: Project Fierce ChicagoCheck out their website: https://www.projectfiercechicago.com/Follow The D Word on Instagram: dwordpodFollow the podcast on Instagram: anabsolutegagpodFollow the podcast on Twitter: @AnAbsoluteGag

Actor/Writer Erin Oechsel joins the podcast to talk about a wild gender bending performance. We discuss the charm of Shakespeare's plays set in high schools. Plus Tommy has a cohost named Armand who has feelings. And, as always, we have gags of the week!Charity Focus of the Week: The Heart FoundationCheck out their website: https://theheartfoundation.org/Check out Erin's web series: http://newbthewebseries.com/Follow the podcast on Instagram: anabsolutegagpodFollow the podcast on Twitter: @AnAbsoluteGag

Actor/Writer Tyler Anthony Smith joins the pod to discuss a possibly polarizing performance of a classic musical role. We discuss pieces of work finding you in the right point of your life. And, as always, we have gags of the week!Charity Focus of the Week: Arts for Illinois Relief FundCheck out their website:https://artsforillinois.org/donate-and-applyCheck out Mein Comps on YouTube premiering October 16th.Follow the podcast on Instagram: anabsolutegagpodFollow the podcast on Twitter: @AnAbsoluteGag

Director Derek Van Barham joins the pod to discuss a shockingly progressive film that welcomes all audiences. We discuss how to earn a viewers trust and obsess over Jada and Andie. And, as always, we have Gags of the Week!Charity Focus of the Week: The Okra ProjectCheck out their website:https://www.theokraproject.com/Follow the podcast on Instagram: anabsolutegagpodFollow the podcast on Twitter: @AnAbsoluteGag

Actor Micah Kronlokken joins the pod to discuss an iconic production of a classic musical. We talk about angels, greasers and Rosie O'Donnell. Also, Tommy gets nostalgic and gives his gag of the week!Charity Focus of the Week: Howard Brown HealthCheck out their website:https://howardbrown.org/Follow the podcast on Instagram: anabsolutegagpodFollow the podcast on Twitter: @AnAbsoluteGag

Actor/Playwright Christina Jones joins the podcast to talk about everyone's favorite child caretaker and lush! We dive into the challenges of playing a perfectly written role after an icon leaves their stamp on it. Also, Tommy has controversial thoughts and gives his gags of the week!Charity Focus of the Week: Polished PebblesCheck out their website: https://polishedpebbles.com/Follow the podcast on Instagram: anabsolutegagpodFollow the podcast on Twitter: @AnAbsoluteGag

Actor and Podcaster Drew Johnson joins the podcast to discuss a living legend in the world of soccer! We talk about being a sports fan and the gags live athletic events bring. Also, Tommy receives criticism from his cat and gives his gags of the week!Listen to Drew on You Simply Must: http://yousimplymustpodcast.com/Charity Focus of the Week: Edgewater Castle Futbol ClubCheck out their website: https://edgewatercastlefc.com/

Actor and Filmmaker Ryan Stajmiger joins the podcast to discuss the debut of one of the most fun and exciting filmmakers around! We dive into what makes him exciting and why his first film is so gag-worthy. Also, Tommy discusses pest control and gives his gags of the week!Charity Focus of the Week: My Block, My Hood, My CityCheck out their website:https://www.formyblock.org/Follow the podcast on Twitter: @anabsolutegagFollow on Instagram: @anabsolutegagpod

Actor/Director Brittney Brown joins the podcast to talk about a pretty definitive performance of an iconic woman in TWO films! We also induct a person in the Book of Gags for just being themselves. Plus, Tommy waxes nostalgic about when people could have allergies without fear and gives his gags of the week.Charity Focus of the Week: Black Girls SmileCheck out their website: https://www.blackgirlssmile.org/Follow the podcast on Twitter @anabsolutegagFollow on Instagram @anabsolutegagpod

Actor, folk Singer/Songwriter and future lawyer Elizabeth Morgan brings us a gag that tells you "Willkommen, bienvenue, come in." An iconic funny lady in one of the most outrageous comedies of all time. Plus, Tommy auditions for the role of Charlie Brown's teacher and gives his gags of the week!Check out She's Folks at http://shesfolks.com/Charity Focus of the Week: Cabrini Green Legal AidCheck out their website: www.cgla.netFollow the podcast on Twitter @anabsolutegagFollow on Instagram @anabsolutegagpod

Buckle up, queens, because this is already an epic, must listen episode! Actor Patrick Michael Tierney joins the podcast to talk about a quintessential Absolute Gag performance, giving us an iconic movie villain that makes all the gays go wild! Plus, Tommy has his phone stolen, becomes a stage mom to his cat and of course, goes over his gags of the week.Charity Focus of the Week: Assata's DaughtersCheck them out at https://www.assatasdaughters.org/Subscribe to Patrick's YouTube series, Chicago Artist Circle at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5a2WFJblMYkvSASvqCk2sw

In the debut episode, actor/"famously a roommate" Nick Shoda brings us quite the gag! A performance of an iconic song by THE iconic singer. We discuss pop divas of the 90's, lack of respect and media's treatment of female artists. Also, how most men are garbage! Plus, Tommy demands respect for his cat son and gives his gags of the week.***CW: In this episode, we do discuss substance abuse and lightly touch on physical abuse.***Charity Focus of the week: Brave Space AllianceCheck out their website: https://www.bravespacealliance.org/

Hello, hello, hiyeeee! Here's a little preview just for you. It's a little taste, an appetizer, an amuse bouche if you will, of what the podcast An Absolute Gag is going to be about! Host Tommy Bullington lays out the definition of a "gag" and what to expect from the podcast. Subscribe on all podcatchers, Apple Podcasts and Spotify.*******************************************************************************************************************About the Host: Tommy Bullington is a Chicago based actor and comedian. He has appeared in over 30 productions across the Chicagoland area and Chicago theatre community. He's also been a student of Second City Chicago and is going to finish classes there some day. Some day. A connoisseur of all things pop culture, he has plenty of opinions to give but he's scared it will upset you so he might hold them in. He is the proud father to a smol cat named Armand who has one uppy ear and one downy ear.Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anabsolutegagpod/, https://www.instagram.com/tjbull/Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AnAbsoluteGag