Know Your Role(s)

On today's episode, Know Your Role(s) welcomes singer, songwriter, and vocalist for the all genre encompassing band 79.5, Kate Mattison to the pod! Topics on tap in today's Bar Talk include the exciting matchups of the NBA Playoffs first round, the upcoming meta meta meta Nic Cage film “The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent”, and this week's Bartender's Choice courtesy of Dave, who brings The Ringer's “The 50 Greatest Rom-Coms” list to the bar! Kate talks about never giving up, her love for collaborating with other musicians on various projects, and the moment you know you are where you need to be. This week's game scoops up the tones, as the gang compares soul singers to ice cream flavors, from Irma Thomas's pralines and cream, to Sharon Jones's salted caramel, to Curtis Mayfield's mint chocolate chip. In today's Last Call, George looks forward to David Simon's “We Own This City” and George and Dave both get excited for the series adaption of Jon Karakuer's “Under the Banner of Heaven”.    Resources: Stream 79.5's “Predictions” and the single “Club Level” on Spotify and catch them at Brooklyn Made on June 17th. Listen to “Terrorize My Heart with Sister Kate” on Soho Radio.  See “The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent” in theaters now, and don't miss first round NBA playoff action on TNT, ESPN, and ABC. Watch “We Own this City” on HBO, premiering April 25th and  “Under the Banner of Heaven” on FX and Hulu April 28th.    Guest: Kate Mattison / https://sohoradiolondon.com/profile/kate-mattison// IG: @79point5   Hosted By: George Gordon & David Kleinman.  Music: Alnitak Kid, Nate 88, & Cazeaux OSLO. Artwork: Amanda Xeller. IG & TW: @kyrpod.

On today's episode, Know Your Role(s) welcomes writer, editor, and author of the bestselling book “What the Fact?! 365 Strange Days in History” and one of Vulture's Best Comedy Books of 2022 “Eating Salad Drunk: Haikus for the Burnout Age by Comedy Greats” Gabe Henry to the pod! Topics on tap in today's Bar Talk include the “Obi-Wan Kenobi” trailer, the final season of “Atlanta,” and this week's Bartender's Choice courtesy of George, Wrestlemania! Gabe shares some of the most interesting historical facts he's unearthed, including Mozart's pension for peculiar penmanship, gives insights into why haikus make great comedy, and travels back in time to play baseball. This week's game takes big swings as the gang compares historical figures to baseball positions, from Winston Churchill's center fielder, to Marie Curie's broadcaster, to Julius Caesar's closer. In today's Last Call, George looks forward to the Masters Tournament while Dave gets excited for the sixth and final season of “Better Call Saul.” Producer Mary Bess closes her tab this week, as she exits her trusty booth to join The Jed Foundation, a national organization promoting and protecting mental health and wellness for teens and young adults.    Resources: Buy Gabe's books “What the Fact?! 365 Strange Days in History” and “Eating Salad Drunk: Haikus for the Burnout Age by Comedy Greats” online or - better yet - from your local bookseller. See “Obi-Wan Kenobi,” premiering May 27th, and “Moon Knight,” streaming now, on Disney+. Watch the final seasons of “Atlanta” on Hulu and “Better Call Saul” on AMC. Watch the Masters Tournament live on ESPN+. Learn more about The Jed Foundation on socials @jedfoundation and at jedfoundation.org.    Guest: Gabe Henry / gabehenry.com / IG: @gabe.henryy / TW: @_GabeHenry.   Hosted By: George Gordon & David Kleinman.  Produced By: Mary Bess Pritchett. Music: Alnitak Kid, Nate 88, & Cazeaux OSLO. Artwork: Amanda Xeller. IG & TW: @kyrpod.  

On today's episode, Know Your Role(s) welcomes ESPN broadcaster, comedian, & “Chip King” Noah Savage to the pod! Topics on tap in today's Bar Talk include the first F1 series race, “Severance” on AppleTV+, and this week's Bartender's Choice courtesy of Dave, who brings Indiewire's “41 Great Films That Failed at the Box Office” to the bar. Both a former Princeton basketball player and a regular sports broadcaster, Noah brings a unique perspective to the game, as he, George, and Dave chat college bball predictions, tv coverage and the overproduced landscape of marketed sports, and what it's like to go from player to comic to commentator. This week's game goes from court to cinema as the gang compares basketball players to Best Picture winners from Dwight Howard's “Driving Miss Daisy” to Liz Cambage's “No Country for Old Men” to Klay Thompson's “The Departed.” In today's Last Call, George is looking forward to comedy and concerts over the weekend while Dave gets excited for "Killing Eve" Season 4, the trailer for Alex Garland's "Men," and "Windfall" on Netflix.   Resources: Watch “Severance” on AppleTV+, “Killing Eve” on AMC+, “Windfall” on Netflix, and “Men,” coming to theaters May 20th, 2022. Check out Noah's podcast “The World According to Noah Savage” wherever you stream your content, and check out his “Chip King” series among other content on YouTube.   Guest: Noah Savage / noahsavage.com / IG & TW: @yoitsthesav.   Hosted By: George Gordon & David Kleinman.  Produced By: Mary Bess Pritchett. Music: Alnitak Kid, Nate 88, & Cazeaux OSLO. Artwork: Amanda Xeller. IG & TW: @kyrpod.  

On today's episode, Know Your Role(s) welcomes supremely talented actor, former badass bartender, and lady dragon lawyer Erinn Ruth to the pod! Topics on tap in today's Bar Talk include the recent MLB lockout, the premiere of "Top Chef: Houston," and this week's Bartender's Choice, courtesy of George, who asks if so much TV inspired by real life events is a good thing? Having appeared on both “Billions” and the recently released “Super Pumped,” Erinn grants the fellas insight into the brilliance of creators Brian Koppelman and David Levien, and their infatuation with actors. Later, she describes how a Cirque du Soleil performer taught her to wield a 12-foot bullwhip, and why being an actor is a delicious “cheat.” This week's game has the gang bar hopping and channel surfing in the best way, as they compare TV series to bars, streaming “Justified” season 2 at the Turkey's Nest in Brooklyn, “Seinfeld” at Harry's Corner in NOLA, and “Mash” at Max Cab Deuce in Miami. In today's Last Call, Dave gets excited for Taika Waititi's new HBOMax series “Our Flag Means Death” and George weighs in on the NCAA season.   Resources: Watch “Top Chef: Houston” on Bravo. Find Erinn on “Billions” on HBO Max, on “Preacher” and “The Gifted” on Hulu, and be sure to catch “Super Pumped” Sundays on Showtime.    Guest: Erinn Ruth / www.erinnruth.com / IG: @erinnthebaron / TW: @erinnruth.   Hosted By: George Gordon & David Kleinman.  Produced By: Mary Bess Pritchett. Music: Alnitak Kid, Nate 88, & Cazeaux OSLO. Artwork: Amanda Xeller. IG & TW: @kyrpod.  

On today's episode, Know Your Role(s) welcomes comedian, writer, composer, & producer Lukas Kaiser to the pod! Topics on tap in today's Bar Talk include Chicago Bulls player and MVP candidate DeMar DeRozan's impressive run, getting excited for Showtime's “Super Pumped,” and a new surprise topic, Bartender's Choice, courtesy of Dave! Lukas takes the fellas on a journey from the Milwaukee theatre scene to NYU to West Philadelphia, where he was not born and raised, and treats listeners to behind the scenes stories from his time with “Chapelle's Show.” The experienced producer and Will Smith collaborator also gives insights into his new projects, “Bel-Air” on Peacock and “This Joka” on the Roku Channel. In this week's game, Luka, George, and Dave “make [comparison games] look gooood” as they compare Will Smith roles to soups from Captain Steven Hiller's ramen to the Fresh Prince's gazpacho to Mike Lowrey's chicken noodle soup. In today's Last Call, Dave gets excited for the A24 film “Everything Everywhere All at Once” and the new Father John Misty record “Chloe and the Next 20th Century,” and George gets pumped for pro-wrestling PPV and the season premier of “Winning Time” on HBO March 6th.   Resources: See Lukas' new series “This Joka” on the Roku Channel premiering TODAY (March 4th) and “Bel-Air” streaming now on Peacock. See “Everything Everywhere All at Once” in theaters March 25th. Listen to Father John Misty's “Chloe and the Next 20th Century” available April 8th, 2022. See “Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty” on HBO premiering March 6th.   Guest: Lukas Kaiser / IG: @lukaskaiser / TW: @thelukaskaiser.   Hosted By: George Gordon & David Kleinman.  Produced By: Mary Bess Pritchett. Music: Alnitak Kid, Nate 88, & Cazeaux OSLO. Artwork: Amanda Xeller. IG & TW: @kyrpod.  

On today's episode, Know Your Role(s) welcomes author and humorist Mike Sacks to the pod! Topics on tap in today's Bar Talk are Brian Flores' suit against the NFL, Lake Bell's new series "Pam and Tommy,” and the wild and wonderful stylings of Oliver Tree. Mike takes the gang on a deep dive into the D.C. comedy and politics scene as he reveals what it's like “Passing on the Right.” Then, Mike shares how John Hamm brought his satirical trucker triumph “Stinker Lets Loose!” to life, lessons learned from interviews with comedy writer legends like Harold Ramis, and why he often leaves saucy messages on David Sedaris' voicemail. In this week's game, Mike, Dave, and George get salty as they compare potato chips to baseball players from eating crab chips with Walter Johnson, to Wade Boggs' chicken flavored Pringles, to Doritos Cool Ranch pitcher Greg Maddux. (You can't have just one!) In today's Last Call, George shares his Sunday shows, "1883" on Paramount Plus, season 2 of "Euphoria" on HBO, and "Righteous Gemstones" on Hulu, while Dave gets excited about Pusha T's "Diet Coke," and "Severance" coming to AppleTV+.   Resources: Mike's new book “Passing on the Right” will be released on February 22, 2022. Listen to episodes of Mike's podcast “Doin it with Mike Sacks...and Rob!" wherever you stream your content. See “Pam and Tommy” and “Righteous Gemstones” on Hulu, “1883” on Paramount Plus, “Euphoria” on HBO, and “Severance” coming to AppleTV+ February 18th.    Guest: Mike Sacks / www.mikesacks.com / IG: @mikebsacks / TW: @michaelbsacks.   Hosted By: George Gordon & David Kleinman.  Produced By: Mary Bess Pritchett. Music: Alnitak Kid, Nate 88, & Cazeaux OSLO. Artwork: Amanda Xeller. IG & TW: @kyrpod.

On today's episode, Know Your Role(s) brings you One More Round with George, Dave, and Producer Mary Bess. On tap in today's Bar Talk are the final season of "Ozark," "West Elm Caleb,” and W. Kamau Bell's "We Need to Talk About Cosby" docuseries premiering January 30th on Showtime. This week's game comes with its own “choppah” as the gang compares action heroes to sandwiches from the Ellen Ripley BLT to Indiana Jones' pulled pork to Sly Stone's prosciutto and mozzarella panini! George gets excited to "hate watch" the end of "Billions," and Dave looks ahead to Will Arnett's "Murderville" premiering on Netflix February 3rd. In this week's Booth, producer Mary Bess acknowledges the end of Amy Schneider's “Jeopardy” winning streak and points our attention to a MS mayor holding library funding hostage in favor of destroying LGBTQIA+ literature.    Resources: See the final season of “Ozark” and the premiere of “Murderville” February 3rd on Netflix. See “Billions” and the January 30th premiere of “We Need to Talk About Cosby” on Showtime. You can reach Ridgeland, MS mayor Gene McGee's office at 601-856-7113. Donate to the Madison County Library System by visiting www.mclsms.org/get-involved.php.    Hosted By: George Gordon & David Kleinman.  Produced By: Mary Bess Pritchett. Music: Alnitak Kid, Nate 88, & Cazeaux OSLO. Artwork: Amanda Xeller. IG & TW: @kyrpod.  

On today's episode, Know Your Role(s) welcomes pun champion, writer, wordsmith, and “alien of extraordinary ability” Sam Corbin to the pod! Topics on tap in today's Bar Talk are the 2022 TV slate from “Better Call Saul's” final season to David Simon's “We Own This City,” and honoring legends Sidney Poitier, Betty White, and John Madden. Sam gives the fellas a behind the scenes look at pun championships, pays tribute to experimental theatre, and spills the beats about rapping to earn a seat on her high school student council. This week's game is all in the family as Sam and the guys compare “Sopranos” characters to books from Christopher Moltisanti's “The Idiot,” to Carmela Soprano's “Jane Eyre,” and more! In today's Last Call, Dave anticipates NBA Golden State Warrior Klay Thompson's thrilling return, and George looks forward to the January season finale of “Yellowjackets” on Showtime. Producer Mary Bess kicks off a new year in the BOOTH by celebrating Amy Schneider and her incredible winning streak on “Jeopardy!”   Resources: Watch "Better Call Saul's" final season on AMC+, Netflix, & Amazon Plus, "Atlanta" on Hulu & Amazon, "Formula 1: Drive to Survive" on Netflix, "House of the Dragon” coming soon to HBO, "We Own This City," premiering February 23rd on HBO, "Abbot Elementary” premiering January 18th on Hulu, "Euphoria" & "Righteous Gemstones" on HBO, & “Yellowjackets” on Showtime.   Guest: Sam Corbin, corbinfever.com / IG & TW: @ahoysamantha.   Hosted By: George Gordon & David Kleinman.  Produced By: Mary Bess Pritchett. Music: Alnitak Kid, Nate 88, & Cazeaux OSLO. Artwork: Amanda Xeller. IG & TW: @kyrpod.  

On today's episode, Know Your Role(s) welcomes the charming and delightful actor and star of 2021's “Time Now” and the celebrated short “On the Way North” Sebastian Beacon to the pod! On tap in today's Bar Talk are reactions to Paul Thomas Anderson's “Licorice Pizza,” HBO's NBA Lakers miniseries “Winning Time,” and getting nostalgic with the “60 Songs That Explain the 90s” podcast. Sebastian and the guys chat about his journey across the proverbial pond, becoming an American citizen, international acting styles, and what makes British actors so brilliant at American accents. Then, the fellas go back in time and back to the field as they compare soccer players to period dramas from Megan Rapino's “Gentleman Jack,” to Harry Maguire's “Gladiator,” to Mia Hamm's “Amadeus.” In today's Last Call, George anticipates the season finale of “Succession,” while Dave celebrates his brother Matt's new bar The Marvel in Chicago! Producer Mary Bess praises New York City's new noncitizen voter legislation while condemning the Supreme Court's inaction around Texas abortion rights.   Resources: Watch “On the Way North” at filmshortage.com. See “Licorice Pizza” in theaters now. “Succession” is available to stream now on HBO Max, while “Winning Time” premiers March 2022. Find “60 Songs That Explain the 90s” wherever you stream your podcasts. See Sebastian in “Time Now” streaming on Amazon. Learn more about The Marvel at themarvelchicago.com. Follow the fight for voting rights in NYC with Soft Power Vote, Vote Save America, and other organizations. Support abortion rights in Texas with groups like ACLU of TX and Planned Parenthood of TX, and by calling your local representatives.   Guest: Sebastian Beacon, sebastianbeacon.net / IG & TW: @sebastianbeacon.   Hosted By: George Gordon & David Kleinman.  Produced By: Mary Bess Pritchett. Music: Alnitak Kid, Nate 88, & Cazeaux OSLO. Artwork: Amanda Xeller. IG & TW: @kyrpod.  

On today's episode, Know Your Role(s) welcomes celebrated guitarist, singer, and songwriter Tash Neal to the pod! On tap in today's Bar Talk are TV food personalities, Radiohead's “Kid A Mnesia: Exhibition,” and remembering the late actor Dean Stockwell.Tash and the fellas celebrate a fruitful 2021 with Tash's engagement, the release of his incredible solo album “Charge it to the Game,” and his upcoming national tour with rock legend Slash. Strap in and enjoy the ride, because this episode's game has the gang comparing guitar solos to theme park rides from the David Gilmour Hershey Train to the Funkadelic ferris wheel, and more. In today's Last Call, George gears up for Monday's Brooklyn Gutter bowling playoffs, while Dave looks forward to time with family and celebrates COVID vaccines for 5 to 11-year-olds! Producer Mary Bess acknowledges the upcoming holiday season by encouraging listeners to get involved with New York's Bowery Residents' Committee and to donate time and attention to Indigenous causes.   Resources: Enjoy “Charge it to the Game” wherever you find your music, and see Tash performing live at City Winery on November 18th. “Kid A Mnesia: Exhibition” drops November 18th. Learn more about the Bowery Residents' Committee at www.brc.org and about Indigenous causes and organizations like The Native American Rights Fund, the Native Wellness Institute, and the Warrior Women Project via www.purewow.com/family/native-american-charities.   Guest: Tash Neal, tashlive.com / IG & TW: @tash_neal.   Hosted By: George Gordon & David Kleinman.  Produced By: Mary Bess Pritchett. Music: Alnitak Kid, Nate 88, & Cazeaux OSLO. Artwork: Amanda Xeller. IG & TW: @kyrpod.  

On today's episode, Know Your Role(s) welcomes rock journalist, radio producer, and “Louder Than Hell” co-author Katherine Turman to the pod! On tap in today's Bar Talk are 2021's “Dune,” War on Drugs' new album “I Don't Live Here Anymore,” and Chuck Klosterman's upcoming book “The Nineties.” Katherine takes the gang on a journey through her rock education growing up in the LA music scene, interviewing artists from Axl Rose to Kurt Cobain to David Gilmour, and what defines the quintessential metal record. This episode's game gets loud as Katherine and the fellas compare rock bands to Halloween costumes from The Doors' Dracula to Motorhead's Jason Voorhees to the Kinks' Ghostbusters. In today's Last Call, George gets excited for a Bad Religion concert this weekend and the final seasons of “Insecure” and “Succession,” while Dave looks forward to Edgar Wright's “Last Night in Soho,” and the return of Padma Lakshmi's “Taste the Nation” on Hulu. Producer Mary Bess reminds listeners that New York's General Election is this Tuesday, November 2nd, then gets spooky with a special Halloween segment.   Resources: War on Drugs' album “I Don't Live Here Anymore” is available October 29th, 2021. Pre-order Klosterman's “The Nineties” set for release February 2022. Stream “Insecure” and “Succession” on HBO Max. “Last Night in Soho” hits theaters October 29th, 2021. Voter Resources: NY General Election day is November 2nd, 2021 and early voting ends October 31st, 2021. For polling locations and ballot information visit: Elections.ny.gov, Vote.nyc, Ballotpedia.org. Visit hoffshorrorfest.com and subscribe to the Hoff's Horrorfest YouTube channel for some very spooky content this Halloween season.   Guest: Katherine Turman, katherineturman.com / IG: @katturman / Twitter: @katherineturman.   Hosted By: George Gordon & David Kleinman.  Produced By: Mary Bess Pritchett. Music: Alnitak Kid, Nate 88, & Cazeaux OSLO. Artwork: Amanda Xeller. IG & TW: @kyrpod.  

On today's episode, Know Your Role(s) welcomes director, producer, & kickass filmmaker Lauren Greenhall to the pod! On tap in today's Bar Talk are Shatner in Space, season 11 of “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” and “Get Back,” the new Beatles documentary directed by Peter Jackson. Lauren discusses her exciting directorial feature debut “Perfectly Good Moment,” spending four years with “Zelda,” narrative filmmaking versus documentary filmmaking, and the horrors of peanut butter banana smoothies. Grab the remote and a pint of Häagen-Dazs, because this week's game has the fellas and Lauren comparing lead characters to break-up songs, from Fleabag's “You Oughta Know” to Jackie Brown's “I Will Survive!” In today's Last Call, George looks ahead to a sports heavy weekend while Dave gets excited about the WNBA playoffs and Wes Anderson's “The French Dispatch.” Producer Mary Bess discusses the IATSE strike with the guys and invites listeners to join her and bartender Dave for weekly trivia at Chilo's in Greenwood, Brooklyn every Wednesday. Listeners who mention “Know Your Role(s)” get a shot on the house!   Resources: “Curb Your Enthusiasm” comes to HBO October 24th. Watch “Get Back” on Disney Plus on November 26th. See “The French Dispatch” in theaters October 22nd. Learn more about the IATSE labor movement at iatse.net / IG: @iatse, @ia_stories. Enjoy Trivia Night at Chilo's in Greenwood, Brooklyn (chilosbk.com) every Wednesday at 8:00 PM.   Guest: Lauren Greenhall / laurengreenhall.com / IG: @greenhallll / TW: @greenhalll / @perfectlygoodmomentmovie.   Hosted By: George Gordon & David Kleinman.  Produced By: Mary Bess Pritchett. Music: Alnitak Kid, Nate 88, & Cazeaux OSLO. Artwork: Amanda Xeller. IG & TW: @kyrpod.  

On today's episode, Know Your Role(s) welcomes filmmaker, writer, performer, & podcast host Desmond Thorne to the pod! On tap in today's Bar Talk are Paul Thomas Anderson's upcoming ninth film “Licorice Pizza,” George and Dave's predictions for “The Challenge,” and the posthumous release of David Bowie's 2001 record “Toy.” Desmond takes listeners behind the mic of his brilliant podcast “Adventures in Black Cinema,” shares his personal influences from David Lynch to “Atlanta,” and offers his take on the film industry's evolution towards a more inclusive and equitable environment. This episode's game deserves a full orchestral accompaniment, as Desmond and the fellas compare film scores to desserts, from Cliff Martinez's “Drive” ice cream sandwich to Danny Elfman's “Beetlejuice” dutch apple pie! In today's Last Call, Dave gets excited for the WNBA playoffs, while George preps for a stand-up gig at NY Comedy Club on October 10th. Producer Mary Bess touches on failings at the US border and celebrates a win for trans representation in the German Parliament!   Resources: See “Licorice Pizza” in theaters November 26, 2021. Watch “The Challenge” at 8:00 pm ET/PT Wednesdays on MTV. David Bowie's “Toy” will be released on January 7th, 2022. US Capitol switchboard (202) 224-3121. Black Alliance for Just Immigration (BAJI) @instabaji / @bajitweet / baji.org. Refugee and Immigrant Center for Education and Legal Services (RAICES) @raicestexas / raicestexas.org.   Guest: Desmond Thorne / IG: @desmondthorne / TW: @DesmondThorne.   Hosted By: George Gordon & David Kleinman.  Produced By: Mary Bess Pritchett. Music: Alnitak Kid, Nate 88, & Cazeaux OSLO. Artwork: Amanda Xeller. IG & TW: @kyrpod.  

On today's episode, Know Your Role(s) welcomes Grammy Award-winner and celebrated stage and screen actor Will Roland to the pod! On tap in today's Bar Talk are NYC vaccination mandates from a bartender's perspective, the resurrection of the “Matrix,” and remembering powerhouse performer Michael K. Williams and infamous funny man Norm Macdonald. Will takes us behind the scenes of his successes starring in Broadway's “Be More Chill” and “Dear Evan Hansen,” racial equity and collaboration on the stage, dream roles, and why “Cats” is one of the greatest musicals of all time. This episode's game gets tipsy as Will and the guys compare musicals to cocktails from sipping Manhattans during “The Sound of Music,” to sharing Old Fashioneds during “Chicago,” as Will and George offer the exact same comparison in a Know Your Role(s) first! In today's Last Call, George praises recent fall tv premieres, while Dave looks ahead to the October 1st release of “The Many Saints of Newark.” Producer Mary Bess zooms in on the fight for racial equity outside the Met Gala and celebrates Broadway's triumphant return!   Resources: “The Matrix Resurrections” comes to theaters December 22, 2021. Contribute to the Movement for Black Lives at m4bl.org. Support the Actors Fund at actorsfund.org.   Guest: Will Roland / www.will-roland.com / IG: @actually_will_roland / TW: @will_roland.   Hosted By: George Gordon & David Kleinman.  Produced By: Mary Bess Pritchett. Music: Alnitak Kid, Nate 88, & Cazeaux OSLO. Artwork: Amanda Xeller. IG & TW: @kyrpod.  

On today's episode, Know Your Role(s) brings you One More Round with George and Dave as George cycles through his record collection alphabetically and Dave contemplates buying a kayak after the flooding of Hurricane Ida. On tap in this week's Bar Talk are Fall TV premieres, the US Open, and Lil Nas X's “Montero: The Debut” album release on September 17th. This week's game starts with the most important meal of the day as the fellas and producer Mary Bess compare HBO series to cereals from “Veep's” Honey Nut Cheerios to “True Blood's” Lucky Charms! George looks ahead to the holiday weekend and college football while Dave gets excited for the release of Paul Schrader's “The Card Counter,” starring the official boyfriend of “Know Your Role(s)” Oscar Isaac, on September 10th. In this week's Booth, producer Mary Bess' bad news takes us to Texas where reproductive rights are being challenged by a new piece of legislation, and we find some good news in Aurora, Colorado where three police officers and two paramedics will face criminal charges in the 2019 death of Elijah McClain.   Resources: Support reproductive rights activists and Texans in need via the Lilith Fund (lilithfund.org), the Whole Woman's Health Alliance (wholewomanshealthalliance.org), Jane's Due Process (janesdueprocess.org), the Afiya Center (theafiyacenter.org), and the Frontera Fund (fronterafundrgv.org), among others. Join the fight to defend black lives with groups like Color of Change (colorofchange.org) and the Movement for Black Lives (m4bl.org).   Hosted By: George Gordon & David Kleinman.  Produced By: Mary Bess Pritchett. Music: Alnitak Kid, Nate 88, & Cazeaux OSLO. Artwork: Amanda Xeller. IG & TW: @kyrpod

On today's episode, Know Your Role(s) welcomes actor, comedian, writer, and creator Jake Cornell to the pod! On tap in this week's Bar Talk are Nas' “King's Disease II” album release, the Netflix docuseries “Untold: Malice at the Palace,” and “Pod People,” a mini-segment where George and Dave discuss what they're listening to! Jake discusses how years of food service have inspired his comedy, his path from theatre in Vermont to worldwide TikTok attention, and why “Happy Birthday” harmonizers are the worst. This week's game has Jake and the fellas comparing celebrity couples to party games from Spin the Bottle with Machine Gun Kelly and Megan Fox to Go Fish with Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell! In today's Last Call, Dave gets excited for a new season of “The Challenge,” while George gets gnarly with the “100 Foot Wave” HBOMax docuseries! Producer Mary Bess offers ways listeners can help the people of Haiti and Afghanistan in the midst of major crises and celebrates NYC production company Paper Kraine's return to the stage.   Resources: Nas' new album “King's Disease II” is available now; “Untold: Malice at the Palace” is streaming now on Netflix; listen to “Gene and Roger” and “Firebug” wherever you stream your podcasts; watch “The Challenge: Spies, Lies and Allies” season 37 on MTV; see the docuseries “100 Foot Wave” on HBOMax; Send aid to Haiti with organizations like Health Equity International at www.healthequityintl.org and FOKAL Haiti Relief Fund at www.fokal.org; support the people of Afghanistan by donating airline miles at www.miles4migrants.org and via organizations like Women for Afghan Women at www.womenforafghanwomen.org; learn more about Paper Kraine Productions at www.paperkraine.com.   Guest: Jake Cornell / @jakewcornell / www.jakecornell.com.   Hosted By: George Gordon & David Kleinman.  Produced By: Mary Bess Pritchett. Music: Alnitak Kid, Nate 88, & Cazeaux OSLO. Artwork: Amanda Xeller. IG & TW: @kyrpod.  

On today's episode, Know Your Role(s) welcomes comedian, writer, performer, and podcast host Rae Sanni to the pod! On tap in this week's Bar Talk are “Coming Attractions” with Dave and George, intersectionality, boundaries, and mental health at the Olympics, and the upcoming conclusion of HBO's “White Lotus.” Rae discusses her return to New York, her experience writing on the multiple Emmy Award nominated “A Black Lady Sketch Show,” the weight of politics in the “President Show” writers' room, and her deep love for reality TV. This week's game has Rae and the fellas comparing reality TV shows to fashion accessories from “The Bachelor's” wedding rings to the Housewives' Kentucky Derby hats to the Kardashians' Timberlands! In today's Last Call, George preps for his upcoming comedy shows at Beauty Bar and Mama Tried while Dave prepares to attend his first outdoor concert since the lockdown with none other than the Roots! Producer Mary Bess brings good news and bad news in the form of Representative Cori Bush's win in convincing President Biden to extend the country's eviction moratorium, while many houseless Americans continue the fight for rights and protections.   Resources: Listen to “The Cast with Rae and Jacquis” wherever you stream your podcasts. Watch “A Black Lady Sketch Show” on HBOMax. Learn more about ending homelessness via organizations like The National Alliance to End Homelessness / endhomelessness.org and Coalition for the Homeless NY / coalitionforthehomeless.org.    Guest: Rae Sanni / IG: @rafizzle87 / TW: @raesanni.   Hosted By: George Gordon & David Kleinman.  Produced By: Mary Bess Pritchett. Music: Alnitak Kid, Nate 88, & Cazeaux OSLO. Artwork: Amanda Xeller. IG & TW: @kyrpod.  

On today's episode, Know Your Role(s) welcomes comedian, actor, and documentary filmmaker Jessica Watkins to the pod! On tap in this week's Bar Talk are NBA Champions the Milwaukee Bucks, Kanye West's new album "Donda,” and the new Nicolas Cage film "Pig.” Jessica walks the fellas through her comedy special documentary film “SPECIALish.” From conception to an eight month walk across the US to years of post production, Jessica's experiences on unfamiliar stages, in the “magical, weird mirage” of Pie Town, and in the homes of strangers along the way make her an exciting and terrifically thought-provoking guest as she continues to embrace trust in the unknown. This week's game tunes in to Jessica's southern songbird roots as the gang compares Country music artists to pizza toppings from the salty green olives of Emmylou Harris to Billy Ray Cyrus' $.99 frozen pie! In today's Last Call, George has officially entered baseball season, while Dave celebrates his film “On the Way North” being deemed a must watch by entertainment website Film Shortage! Producer Mary Bess brings good news to her regular booth with the ACLU's small but mighty victory against anti-trans legislation in Arkansas, as well as bad news with the Republican-controlled Texas Senate passing legislation that seeks to strike BIPOC history from the Lone Star State's preliminary school curricula.   Resources: Kanye West's “Donda” drops July 23, 2021. Nicolas Cage's “Pig” is showing in theaters now. Stream Jessica Watkins' “SPECIALish” on iTunes, Amazon, Vimeo, Vudu, and Xbox now. See host David Kleinman's film “On the Way North” at filmshortage.com. Follow the ACLU's fight for LGBTQ+ rights and protections at aclu.org. Learn more about uplifting BIPOC history and America's curriculum reform via blacklivesmatteratschool.com and the NY Times' “1619 Project.”   Guest: Jessica Watkins / @ajessicawatkins / www.jessicawatkinscomedy.com.   Hosted By: George Gordon & David Kleinman.  Produced By: Mary Bess Pritchett. Music: Alnitak Kid, Nate 88, & Cazeaux OSLO. Artwork: Amanda Xeller. IG & TW: @kyrpod.  

On today's episode, Know Your Role(s) welcomes bassoonist, educator, performer, and all around badass Rebekah Heller to the pod! On tap in this week's Bar Talk are the 2021 Olympics, the “2020” UEFA European Championship, and a segment called Weekly Reads and Record Sleeves, where George and Dave chat about new books and vinyl they're enjoying. An active traveler and educator, Rebekah talks about the pandemic's effect on artists and the need for a social safety net in the US, her musical career and newfound enthusiasm for teaching, the power of one on one performance, and her love of cycling. This week's game is a real trip, as Rebekah and the guys explore relationships between instruments and destinations, from the bold brass bands of NOLA to the wild and wonderful world of theramins in Iceland! Dave gets excited for the NBA finals and Janicza Bravo's “Zola,” while George looks ahead to the July 11th premiere of “The White Lotus” on HBOMax. Producer Mary Bess acknowledges Disability Pride Month by drawing attention to failings in air travel accessibility and the Air Carrier Access Amendments Act of 2021.   Resources: See “Zola” in theaters now. Watch “The White Lotus” on HBOMax, available July 11, 2021. Support the Air Carrier Access Amendments Act of 2021 by calling your representatives via the US Capitol switchboard (202-224-3121). Support All Wheels Up online via www.allwheelsup.org and @allwheelsupinc, an organization crash testing wheelchairs and tie-downs for use on airplanes.   Guest: Rebekah Heller  / IG: @rebekahfawn / www.rebekahheller.com.   Hosted By: George Gordon & David Kleinman.  Produced By: Mary Bess Pritchett. Music: Alnitak Kid, Nate 88, & Cazeaux OSLO. Artwork: Amanda Xeller. IG & TW: @kyrpod.  

On today's episode, Know Your Role(s) welcomes social justice activist, BLM organizer, and South Carolina House of Representatives District 25 candidate Derrick Quarles to the pod! On tap in this week's Bar Talk are the return of live sporting events, Andrew Cuomo's sudden ban on to-go alcoholic drinks in NYC, and LGBTQ+ representation in the new MCU series “Loki” and beyond. DQ talks about his road to the South Carolina House of Representatives, tackling everything from gentrification to the juvenile justice system to police accountability, as well as celebrating good news for social justice activists and the cities and people getting it right. This week's game taps into DQ's southern roots as the fellas compare Southern Rap Songs to Soul Food, where all agree we “Sho Nuff” need gumbo and “Errbody” loves fried chicken! George looks forward to his first concert since lockdown at C'mon Everybody, and Dave gets excited for the July 2nd release of Questlove's “Summer of Soul.” Producer Mary Bess calls attention to Corporate Accountability Action's efforts to hold large corporations accountable for the dollars they give to anti-LGBTQ legislation and the power consumers hold.   Resources: Stream MCU's “Loki” now on Disney+. See “Summer of Soul” on Hulu and in theaters July 2nd. Follow Corporate Accountability Action at keepyourpride.org / IG: @corporateaccountabilityaction.   Guest: Derrick Quarles  / IG: @politicalwiz / TW: @politicalwiiz / derrickforsc.com.   Hosted By: George Gordon & David Kleinman.  Produced By: Mary Bess Pritchett. Music: Alnitak Kid, Nate 88, & Cazeaux OSLO. Artwork: Amanda Xeller. IG & TW: @kyrpod.

On today's episode, Know Your Role(s) welcomes award-winning director, producer, and editor Emily Branham to the pod! On tap in this week's Bar Talk are the new Anthony Bourdain documentary “Roadrunner” and “What If? The Len Bias Story” from Book of Basketball 2.0. Emily and the fellas take a deep dive into the story behind her new documentary film “Being Bebe” starring RuPaul's Drag Race winner Bebe Zahara Benet, her Minneapolis roots, the journey from child actor to prolific filmmaker, and taking ownership of your time and talents. This week's game has the gang comparing documentaries to Prince songs from “Hoop Dreams” and “Purple Rain” to “Grey Gardens” and “When Doves Cry!” Dave gets excited for summer music festivals and George makes his predictions for the NBA playoffs. Producer Mary Bess offers a bevy of resources for New York voters in anticipation of the June 22, 2021 Primary Election.   Resources: Find “Being Bebe” at beingbebemovie.com, and screen the film virtually on Saturday June 19th at 4:00pm EST. Tickets are available at tribecafilm.com. “Roadrunner: A Film About Anthony Bourdain'' premieres July 16th at the TriBeCa Film Festival. Listen to “What If? The Len Bias Story” via Book of Basketball 2.0 wherever you stream your podcasts.    Voter Resources: NY Primary Election day & last day to postmark your mail-in ballot is Tuesday, June 22, 2021. The Primary Election early voting period is June 12, 2021 - June 20, 2021. For polling locations, ballot information, and to track your absentee ballot visit: Elections.ny.gov, Vote.nyc, Ballotpedia.org. Soft Power Vote: softpower.vote / linktr.ee/SoftPowerVote / @softpowervote. Generator Collective: generatorcollective.com / @generatorcollective.   Guest: Emily Branham  / IG & Twitter: @emilybtv, @beingbebemovie / emilyb.tv.   Hosted By: George Gordon & David Kleinman.  Produced By: Mary Bess Pritchett. Music: Alnitak Kid, Nate 88, & Cazeaux OSLO. Artwork: Amanda Xeller. IG & TW: @kyrpod.  

On today’s episode, Know Your Role(s) brings you One More Round with George and Dave as George plans his return to the cinema and Dave ponders the complexities of the phrase “bi-weekly” (spoiler alert!). On tap in this week’s Bar Talk are Edgar Wright’s “Last Night in Soho” trailer, bizarre sports injuries, and TV teasers, as the fellas channel shows like “Top Chef,” “Shrill” season three, and “Run the World” on STARZ. This week’s game takes us into the ring and astride the salad spinner as the gang compares pro-wrestlers to vegetables, from Hulk “Broccoli” Hogan to Ronda “Ramps” Rousey, all off the top rope! Dave looks forward to Netflix’s new series “High on the Hog,” and George gets excited about the NBA Playoffs and the “Mare of Easttown” finale. Producer Mary Bess celebrates the Louvre's first female leader in 228 years and acknowledges the passing of celebrated author Eric Carle. The Know Your Role(s) team encourages listeners to support children’s literacy charities and authors like beloved writer and illustrator Deborah Freedman, whose newest book “Is Was” is available now. Things are changing at Know Your Role(s), so keep an eye on the @kyrpod socials for updates, announcements, and bonus content!   Resources: “A Quiet Place Part 2” is now playing in theaters. See “Last Night in Soho” worldwide on October 22, 2021. Stream “Top Chef” and “Shrill” on Hulu, “Cobra Kai” and “High on the Hog” on Netflix, “Run the World” on STARZ, and “Mare of Easttown” on HBO Max. Support the Children’s Literacy Initiative at www.cli.org and Books for Africa at www.booksforafrica.org. Learn more about Deborah Freedman and her collection of works via www.deborahfreedman.net.    Hosted By: George Gordon & David Kleinman.  Produced By: Mary Bess Pritchett. Music: Alnitak Kid, Nate 88, & Cazeaux OSLO. Artwork: Amanda Xeller. IG & TW: @kyrpod.  

On today’s episode, Know Your Role(s) welcomes dancer, choreographer, and restaurant manager Carlos Cruz Velázquez to the pod! On tap in this week’s Bar Talk are Friday’s “Master of None” season three premiere and the merits of accountability and grace versus cancel culture, Sabrina Ionescu’s rising star on the NY Liberty WNBA team, and ordering chorizo and eggs with Charles Grodin while applauding Paul Mooney. Carlos weighs on the struggles of New York restaurants over the past year and the joys and pitfalls of re-opening. The first male dancer to receive a Fulbright Scholarship for dance, Carlos discusses his love for emotional improv, celebration of the human form, and his desire to make dance accessible to everyone. This week’s game gets “fish-ical” as Carlos and the boys compare dancers to seafood dishes from J.Lo’s baja from the block fish tacos to Bob Fosse’s “Mein Lieber Herr” seafood gumbo and more! George looks ahead to hockey and basketball playoffs while Dave enjoys “Those Who Wish Me Dead” on HBO Max and “Ziwe” on Showtime. Producer Marybess turns our attention to Color of Change and how to get involved in the fight for racial justice.   Resources: Stream “Master of None” season three on Netflix May 23rd. Watch “Those Who Wish Me Dead” on HBO Max and “Ziwe” on Showtime. Learn more about Color of Change via https://colorofchange.org / IG & Twitter: @colorofchange. Join NY’s Squad via www.mobilize.us/colorofchange/event/375516 or search for regional meetings in your area via www.mobilize.us.    Guest: Carlos Cruz Velázquez  / IG & Twitter: @carloscruzv, @colectivodoszeta.   Hosted By: George Gordon & David Kleinman.  Produced By: Marybess Pritchett. Music: Alnitak Kid, Nate 88, & Cazeaux OSLO. Artwork: Amanda Xeller. IG & TW: @kyrpod.

On today’s episode, Know Your Role(s) welcomes writer, producer, comedian, and climate activist Rollie Williams to the pod! On tap in this week’s Bar Talk are Breanna Stewart's new Puma shoe deal and the Hollywood Foreign Press Association scandal, as NBC declares it will not air the 2022 Golden Globes due to a continued lack of diversity in the HFPA. Rollie discusses his climate change comedy journey from creating “An Inconvenient Talk Show” to pursuing his graduate degree in climate science and policy to the development of his digital series “Climate Town.” Rollie and the fellas take a deep dive into the divisive world of climate policy and what it takes to find common ground. This week’s game takes us to the billiard hall as Rollie, George, and Dave compare pool players to politicians from Teddy “The Freezer” Roosevelt to Maxine “Bata” Waters and beyond! Dave gets pumped for the WNBA season, and George looks ahead to the premiere of FX’s docuseries “Pride” on May 14th. Producer Marybess and Dave touch on Israel, Palestine, and actions Americans can take at home to combat violence abroad.    Resources: Find “Climate Town” on YouTube, Patreon: www.patreon.com/ClimateTown, IG & TW @ClimateTown. Contact your reps via this form: bit.ly/33xDXYR. The Institute for Middle East Understanding / @theimeu, www.imeu.org. The Palestinian Youth Movement / @palestinianyouthmovement, www.palestinianyouthmovement.com. Sign petitions here: bit.ly/3fa20m3. Donate to Medical Aid for Palestinians / @medicalaidpal, www.map.org.uk and Human Concern / www.humanconcern.org/palestine-relief. Read: “Freedom is a Constant Struggle” by Angela Y. Davis, “The Hundred Years' War on Palestine” by Rashid Khalidi, “Palestine Speaks,” & “The Question of Palestine” by Edward W. Said. Watch: "Born in Gaza" & "The Present" (Netflix), "5 Broken Cameras," & "Omar."   Guest: Rollie Williams / www.rolliewilliamscomedy.com / IG & TW: @rolliewilliams.   Hosted By: George Gordon & David Kleinman.  Produced By: Marybess Pritchett. Music: Alnitak Kid, Nate 88, & Cazeaux OSLO. Artwork: Amanda Xeller. IG & TW: @kyrpod.

On today’s episode, Know Your Role(s) welcomes director, cinematographer, and editor Adam Volerich to the pod! On tap in this week’s Bar Talk are Barry Jenkins’ new Amazon series “Underground Railroad” premiering May 14th and Wednesday’s Washington Capitals and New York Rangers fight where a hockey game broke out. Adam discusses the origins behind his crime story podcast “Kinda Murdery” and how his experience looking into the “Eye of the Duck” has changed the way he sees movies, both as a writer and an audience member. Adam, George, and Dave discuss the trajectory of the film industry, returning to movie theaters, and their shared appreciation for romantic comedies. In this week’s game, Adam and the fellas compare film directors to mythical creatures from extraordinary Siren Kathryn Bigelow to Hayao Miyazaki’s fantastical Phoenix and beyond! George looks forward to HBO’s "The Crime of the Century," premiering May 10th, and Dave gets excited for Raoul Peck's 4-part docuseries "Exterminate All the Brutes," available now on HBO Max. Producer Marybess foregoes her usual segment to celebrate a return to NYC after a long absence.    Resources: Listen in to “Eye of the Duck” and “Kinda Murdery” wherever you stream your podcasts. Watch “Underground Railroad” on Amazon Prime beginning May 14th. Stream “The Crime of the Century” on HBO Max May 10th. “Exterminate All the Brutes” is available now on HBO Max.   Guest: Adam Volerich / www.adamvolerich.com / IG & TW: @AdamVole.   Hosted By: George Gordon & David Kleinman.  Produced By: Marybess Pritchett. Music: Alnitak Kid, Nate 88, & Cazeaux OSLO. Artwork: Amanda Xeller. IG & TW: @kyrpod.  

On today’s episode, Know Your Role(s) brings you One More Round with George and Dave as the gang wishes Dave’s dad a Happy Bagel Birthday and celebrates George’s safe return to live music. On tap in this week’s Bar Talk are confusion and frustration over new CDC COVID guidelines, a very Musk-y SNL, and our “Coming Attractions” segment, where Dave and George dive into trailers that caught their attention this week from Spielberg’s “West Side Story” teaser to the powerful documentary “Her Name is Chef.” This week’s game has the fellas getting sporty as they compare rookie seasons to debut albums from Adam Morrison’s “Ghetto Superstar” to “College Dropout” Kerry Wood and more! George gets excited about “all one minute and a half” of the Kentucky Derby and the upcoming NFL draft, while Dave gives flowers to David Attenborough’s “Life in Color” and Soft Power Vote’s “Level Up” newsletter. Producer Marybess talks about India’s overwhelming COVID crisis and what listeners can do to help. Rate, review, and subscribe to Know Your Role(s) wherever you get your podcasts and follow @KYRPod on Twitter and Instagram. Everyone, stay safe and healthy, and wear your mask over your f*cking nose.   Resources: Stream "Without Remorse" & “Her Name is Chef” on AmazonPrime; "Voyagers," is playing in theaters now; pre-order "The Outside Story” on Apple TV; see the "Loki" series on Disney+ June 2021; and stream "Yasuke" & “Life in Color” on Netflix now. Sign up for Soft Power Vote’s “Level Up” newsletter at softpowervote.substack.com. Send aid to India via UNICEF, PATH, Care India, Indian Red Cross, and Ketto. Vaccinations in NYC are available through nychealthandhospitals.org or 1-877-VAX-4NYC.   Hosted by George Gordon and David Kleinman. Produced by Marybess Pritchett. Music: Alnitak Kid, Nate 88, and Cazeaux OSLO.  

On today’s episode, Know Your Role(s) welcomes writer, performer, comedian, and illustrator responsible for this week's digital rebranding Amanda Xeller to the pod! On tap in this week’s Bar Talk are Joel Embiid's long shot in Wednesday's Phoenix Suns game, Steph Curry being "one of the best players in basketball," and George and Dave’s thoughts on the “Mare of Easttown” premier and the QAnon documentary, “Q: Into the Storm.” Amanda discusses her work with the Magnet Theater’s Moxie Sketch Lab, why weird characters are the best, and her potato film rating system, while bonding with George over WWE fandom. In this week’s game, Amanda and the guys compare Nicholas Cage roles to baked goods, complete with impressions, PB&J and bacon donuts, and Italian croissants so delicious they’re “Gone in 60 Seconds.” George gets excited about his rare Saturday off and the release of Early Riser’s “Vocations.” Dave draws our attention to Jayil Pak’s short film “Georgia” and touches on anti-racist action items, supporting mutual aid organizations, and voting in NYC’s June primary. Producer Marybess discusses the importance of sustainable shopping, citing Sam Corbin’s article “The Personal, Political, and Environmental Case for Buying All Your Clothes Secondhand.”   Resources: Stream “Mare of Easttown” and “Q: Into the Storm” on HBOMax. Find Early Riser’s “Vocations” on Bandcamp & Apple Music. Jayil Pak’s “Georgia” is showing now at the Atlanta Film Festival. Read “The Personal, Political, and Environmental Case for Buying All Your Clothes Secondhand” at Insider.com.   Guest: Amanda Xeller / www.amandaxellercomedy.com / IG: @wildladypegpegpeg / TW: @AmandaXeller.   Hosted by George Gordon and David Kleinman. Produced by Marybess Pritchett. Music: Alnitak Kid, Nate 88, and Cazeaux OSLO. IG & TW: @kyrpod.  

On today’s episode, Know Your Role(s) welcomes cellist, singer, and composer Emily Hope Price to the pod! On tap in this week’s Bar Talk are Hank Azaria’s long awaited Apu apology and the fellas’ predictions and final thoughts on their favorite competition shows “The Challenge” and “Top Chef.” Emily discusses what it’s like to go from life on tour to self employment and creating whole new worlds at home. The accomplished cellist takes us on a journey from fourth grade music lessons to grad school to non-classical musical exploration to falling in love with film scoring and beyond! In this week’s game, Emily and the guys compare arcade games to alien films from playing pinball in the “Twilight Zone” to the classic “Alien” versus “Aliens” debate and whether or not skee ball is better than pop-a-shot. George gets excited about the upcoming release of HBO’s “Mare of Easttown,” and Dave looks ahead to the WNBA draft. Producer Marybess chats mental health resources and self care, with George and Dave weighing in on practices they’ve adopted to battle the blues. Everyone, stay safe and healthy, and wear your mask over your f*cking nose.   Resources: Stream “The Problem with Apu” and “Mare of Easttown” (April 18th) on HBOMax. “RVK • NYC” by Emily Hope Price, Svavar Knútur, & Kristjana Stefans is available for pre-order now. Mental Health Resources: Better Help (betterhelp.com), TalkSpace (try.talkspace.com), The Loveland Foundation (thelovelandfoundation.org), The Trevor Project (thetrevorproject.org), The Asian Mental Health Project (asianmentalhealthproject.com), & the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (1-800-273-8255).    Guest: Emily Hope Price / IG & TW: @emilyhopeprice / Patreon: www.patreon.com/emilyhopeprice / Bandcamp: www.emilyhopeprice.bandcamp.com   Hosted by George Gordon and David Kleinman. Produced by Marybess Pritchett. Music: Alnitak Kid, Nate 88, and Cazeaux OSLO. IG & TW: @kyrpod  

On today’s episode, Know Your Role(s) welcomes author, screenwriter, and filmmaker Michael J. White to the pod! On tap in this week’s Bar Talk are the MLB All Star Game relocation, voter suppression in Georgia, and returning to food service amidst the COVID vaccine rollout. Mike takes us behind the scenes of his powerful film “Song Without a Name” from inception to production to the festival circuit, and dives into tackling the horrors and heartbreak of child trafficking. Mike and the fellas discuss what it means to be a Midwesterner and compare Midwestern celebrities to iconic albums from Jesse James’ “Appetite for Destruction” to “Live at Folsom Prison” with John Dillinger. Dave looks forward to eating pizzas from pop-up Pies Upstairs while he catches up on “The Great Pottery Throwdown,” and George gets excited about watching The Masters PGA Tournament. Lastly, producer Marybess is in a tizzy over CatCon, coming to a couch near you April 17th and 18th. Everyone, stay safe and healthy, and wear your mask over your f*cking nose.   Resources: Watch “Song Without a Name”/ IG: @cancionsinnombrefilm on Amazon, Vudu, and Apple TV. Find Michael J. White’s book “Weeping Underwater Looks a Lot Like Laughter” wherever books are sold. Brooklyn, NY pop-up Pies Upstairs / IG: @pies_upstairs. Stream “The Great Pottery Throwdown” on HBOMax. CatCon April 17th & 18th, 2021 / IG: @catconworldwide / catconworldwide.com.   Guest: Michael J. White   Hosted by George Gordon and David Kleinman. Produced by Marybess Pritchett. Music: Alnitak Kid, Nate 88, and Cazeaux OSLO. IG & TW: @kyrpod  

On today’s episode, Know Your Role(s) brings you One More Round with George and Dave as the team celebrates the legalization of recreational marijuana in New York, opening day of Major League Baseball, and the age old Eric Stoltz vs. Michael J. Fox debate. On tap in this week’s Bar Talk are the NCAA’s Final Fours, the upcoming NYC mayoral race, and Marvel’s “The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.” This week’s game brings you all the fizz and none of the foam as the gang compares sodas to nicknames from “the killer” Sundrop to “smooth criminal” Limoncello La Croix. George looks forward to the new HBO series “Made For Love,” Dave gets excited about Sharon Stone’s memoir “The Beauty of Living Twice,” and producer Marybess highlights Transgender Day of Visibility. Rate, review, and subscribe to Know Your Role(s) wherever you get your podcasts and follow @KYRPod on Twitter and Instagram. Everyone, stay safe and healthy, and wear your mask over your f*cking nose.   Resources: See a full rundown of NYC Mayoral candidates on curbed.com. Stream “The Falcon and the Winter Soldier” on Disney+ now. Watch “Made For Love” and “Godzilla vs. Kong” on HBOMax. “The Beauty of Living Twice” is available now wherever books are sold. Learn more about trans and non-binary visibility and allyship via the ACLU / aclu.org, Athlete Ally / athleteally.org, and activists like Schuyler Bailar / @pinkmantaray, Chris Mosier / @thechrismosier, Raquel Willis / @raquel_willis, & Chase Strangio / @chasestrangio.   Hosted by George Gordon and David Kleinman. Produced by Marybess Pritchett. Music: Alnitak Kid, Nate 88, and Cazeaux OSLO.  

On today’s episode, Know Your Role(s) welcomes actor, writer, and creator Tarik Davis to the pod! On tap in this week’s Bar Talk are the Lebron James injury, the HBO documentary “Tina,” and the new season of “Top Chef” premiering April 1st. Tarik fills us in on the road to “Amber Ruffin” from Rutgers to UCB to Boom Chicago and beyond. George and Tarik talk Tommy Hilfiger and Cavariccis, Tarik gives flowers to his “Brothers From Another Planet” podcast cohorts and the indelible Robert Townsend, and the gang explores connections between 90’s RnB artists and comic book characters from Aaliyah to Usher, Phoenix to Spiderman, and more! George plans on giving "the Snyder cut" a go this weekend, and Dave gets excited about the new Benny the Butcher and Harry Fraud collaboration "The Plugs I Met 2." Producer Marybess talks about her Hollaback! bystander intervention training session and brings our attention to gun control legislation in the wake of two mass shootings. Everyone, stay safe and healthy, and wear your mask over your f*cking nose.   Resources: Stream “The Amber Ruffin Show” Fridays on the Peacock app. “Brothers From Another Planet” podcast / IG: @brothersfromanotherplanet. Freestyle Love Supreme shows & classes / IG: @freestylelovesupreme & @fls_academy. “Tina” premieres March 27th on HBOMax. Find “The Plugs I Met 2” on Spotify & Apple Music. Sign up for Bystander Intervention Training via ihollaback.org/bystanderintervention. Hollaback! / IG: @ihollagram. Asian Americans Advancing Justice / IG: advancingjustice_aajc. Reach out to your reps via the US Capitol switchboard at 202-224-3121, and learn more about gun control via everytown.org.   Guest: Tarik Davis / IG & TW: @tarikrdavis / tarikdavis.com   Hosted by George Gordon and David Kleinman. Produced by Marybess Pritchett. Music: Alnitak Kid, Nate 88, and Cazeaux OSLO. IG & TW: @kyrpod  

On today’s episode, Know Your Role(s) welcomes writer, comedian, and podcast host Hari Kondabolu to the pod! On tap in this week’s Bar Talk are the late, great Yaphet Kotto and Oscar Love for Oscar Snubs. Hari talks parenthood and family time during a pandemic, the amazing community behind his podcast “Politically Reactive,” the fight for racial equity, and his hopes and fears for the next generation. This week’s game has the gang assigning Weezer songs to NY athletes. George looks forward to the NCAA tournament, and Dave takes a deep dive into the film "Blue Collar." In the wake of the violence in Atlanta this week, producer Marybess turns our attention to the fight for human rights and reminds us to check in with each other, take care of ourselves, and show up actively in our allyship. Everyone, stay safe and healthy, and wear your mask over your f*cking nose.   Resources: “Politically Reactive” podcast / IG: @politicallyreactive. Stream “Warn Your Relatives” on Netflix and see “The Problem With Apu” on HBOMax. Consider supporting the AAPI community through organizations like API Equality (IG: @apienc), National Asian Pacific American Women's Forum (IG: @napawf), and Red Canary Song (IG: @redcanarysong).    Guest: Hari Kondabolu / IG & TW: @harikondabolu / harikondabolu.com   Hosted by George Gordon and David Kleinman. Produced by Marybess Pritchett. Music: Alnitak Kid, Nate 88, and Cazeaux OSLO. IG & TW: @kyrpod  

On today’s episode, Know Your Role(s) welcomes comedian, author, and podcast host Liz Miele to the pod! On tap in this week’s Bar Talk are Oprah’s interview with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle and the New York Times bagel controversy. Liz impresses with her stellar lunchbox collection, discusses “2 Non Doctors,” healing, and good habits with Dave, and shares pet horror stories with fellow cat lover George. This week’s game explores the comparison of different pets to the sweet, sweet world of candy. Two out of three podcast hosts agree dogs are the milk chocolate of candy! George looks forward to March Madness and his second vaccine shot, while Dave gets excited about new music, “Fresh Linen” from Bleu Avian records featuring the KYR(s) theme, and “The Pandemic Experience” from Tobe Nwigwe. Lastly, producer Marybess discusses the importance of bill HR8, universal background checks, and what you can do to help fight gun violence. Everyone, stay safe and healthy, and wear your mask over your f*cking nose.   Resources: “2 Non Doctors” podcast / @2nondoctors. “Fresh Linen” from Bleu Avian records / @bleuavian. “The Pandemic Experience” from Tobe Nwigwe / @tobenwigwe. Everytown for Gun Safety / @everytown. Sandy Hook Promise / @sandyhookpromise.   Guest: Liz Miele / IG & TW: @lizmiele / lizmiele.com   Hosted by George Gordon and David Kleinman. Produced by Marybess Pritchett. Music: Alnitak Kid, Nate 88, and Cazeaux OSLO. IG & TW: @kyrpod  

On today’s episode, Know Your Role(s) brings you One More Round with George and Dave as the fellas dive headfirst into the wide world of cassette tapes! Just TRY saying “No” to Tina Turner’s “Private Dancer” in mint condition. On tap in this week’s Bar Talk are speculations and celebrations around Ta-Nehisi Coates’ new “Superman,” highlights and lowlights of the 2021 Golden Globes, Questlove’s budding film career, along with the pleasures and pitfalls of re-opening businesses in the wake of COVID vaccine distribution. This week’s game has the fellas and producer Marybess comparing Sidekicks to Side Dishes from pickled gunmen to John Good-bean and everything in between. George looks forward to Netflix’s Notorious B.I.G. documentary, Dave spotlights food magazine “For the Culture,” and the gang gets royally psyched over “Coming 2 America.” In conclusion, producer Marybess addresses growing concerns for the preservation of bar and restaurant communities in NYC and what patrons can do to help. Rate, review, and subscribe to Know Your Role(s) wherever you get your podcasts and follow @KYRPod on Twitter and Instagram. Everyone, stay safe and healthy, and wear your mask over your f*cking nose.   Resources: For the Culture Magazine / IG: @fortheculturefoodmag. “Good Morning Cuomo” / IG: @goodmorningcuomo. See “Biggie: I Got a Story to Tell” on Netflix and “Coming 2 America” streaming now on Amazon. “Cool Town” / graceelizabethhale.com.   Hosted by George Gordon and David Kleinman. Produced by Marybess Pritchett. Music: Alnitak Kid, Nate 88, and Cazeaux OSLO.  

On today’s episode, Know Your Role(s) welcomes comedian, writer, actress, and podcast host Giulia Rozzi to the pod! On tap in this week’s Bar Talk are the powerful “Judas and the Black Messiah,” “Patrice O’Neal: Killing is Easy,” and “The Challenge.” Giulia and the fellas discuss the healing power of weed, dive into Giulia’s fascination with cults, explore the “Should I Get Bangs” podcast origin story, and Giulia and George bond over being “Bachelor-heads.” This week’s game is good enough to eat as Giulia, George, and Dave assign pasta dishes to their corresponding pop stars. Dave and George get giddy as they praise A Band Called Death, and Dave looks ahead to February 26th’s virtual comedy show “Missed My Stop” benefitting NYC mayoral candidate Dianne Morales and “I Care a Lot,” streaming on Netflix. Lastly, producer Marybess promotes the opening of Brooklyn’s Strange Flavor Noodle Shop and the restaurateur’s charitable efforts to the Black Lives Matter movement. Rate, review, and subscribe to Know Your Role(s) wherever you get your podcasts and follow @KYRPod on Twitter and Instagram. Everyone, stay safe and healthy, and wear your mask over your f*cking nose.   Resources: Tune in to “Missed My Stop” February 26th at 7pm EST. Strange Flavor Burger Shack / @strangeflavorburgershack / strangeflavor.me. Strange Flavor Noodle shop / @strangeflavornoodleshop / thebroadway.nyc.   Guest: Giulia Rozzi / IG: @msgiuliarozzi / TW: @GiuliaRozzi / giuliarozzi.com   Hosted by George Gordon and David Kleinman. Produced by Marybess Pritchett. Music: Alnitak Kid, Nate 88, and Cazeaux OSLO.  

On today’s episode, Know Your Role(s) welcomes award-winning writer, podcast host, and comedian Emily Heller to the pod! This week’s Bar talk has Dave offering up some timely reviews and finger hearts, while George regales us with his COVID vaccine adventure. Emily and the boys discuss the importance of finding the right hot sauce, the power of gardening and pet ownership in a pandemic, their reactions to the documentary “Framing Britney Spears” from The NY Times Presents, and shifting from stand-up to comedy-writing when it isn’t safe to comedy in person. This week’s game hits home as Emily, George, and Dave cast their perfect sitcom families, focusing on “Family Ties” whether you’re “Married With Children” or “Fresh Off the Boat.” Dave looks ahead to the release of Chloé Zhao’s “Nomadland” and George gets jittery as he prepares to attempt an in-person stand-up set in Red Hook, Brooklyn. Lastly, producer Marybess turns our attention to the fight for trans rights across the country and what listeners can do to help. Resources: Follow Emily Heller at emilyhellercomedy.com and @mremilyheller, purchase her comedy album “Pasta,” subscribe to her podcast “Baby Geniuses” wherever you stream your content, and find her favorite Organic Fatalii Hot Sauce via cliffamily.com. The NY Times Presents “Framing Britney Spears” and “Nomadland” are streaming now on Hulu. Follow “Reviews” theme creator Gino Fortebuono via Grant Street on soundcloud. Learn more about the fight for trans rights via the ACLU, Human Rights Campaign, Transgender Law Center, Chase Strangio, Chris Mosier, Schuyler Bailar, and Alok Vaid-Menon. “KYR(s)” theme song artists are Alnitak Kid, Nate 88, and Cazeaux OSLO whose new album “Average Man” by Man Made Mountain is available now.  Rate, review, and subscribe to Know Your Role(s) wherever you get your podcasts and follow @KYRPod on Twitter and Instagram. Everyone, stay safe and healthy, and wear your mask over your f*cking nose.

On today’s episode, Know Your Role(s) welcomes painter, bartender, and podcast producer Khara Devlin Gilvey to the pod! George and Dave dive into Bar talk beaming with love for their bud Khara, then Dave hits the highs and lows of Super Bowl LV, and George serenades listeners with misheard lyrics. Dave and Khara talk growing up with artist parents, while George and Khara bond over their distaste for fruit and love for Julia Louis-Dreyfus. This week’s game follows the fellas and Khara as they each curate their dream music festival lineup from bangers to ballads and everything in between. George and Dave look ahead to the Australian Open, HBO Max’s “Black Art in the Absence of Light,” and the East Village, NY pop-up Black Seed Pizza from friend of the pod Bobby Hellen. Finally, producer Marybess encourages listeners in red and purple states to reach out to their representatives if they feel compelled to speak on the current impeachment trial.Resources:Follow Khara Devlin Gilvey @khdg and www.kharagilvey.com. Listen to their podcast “XO Higher Self with Bunny Michael” wherever you stream your podcasts. Noted orgs include Colin Kaepernick’s @knowyourrights, Indigenous activist efforts @_illuminatives and @ndncollective, NYC voting resource @softpowervote, and outreach resource www.phone2action.com. “Black Art in the Absence of Light” is available now on HBO Max. Check out Black Seed Pizza on Instagram @blackseedpizza. Rate, review, and subscribe to Know Your Role(s) wherever you get your podcasts and follow @KYRPod on Twitter and Instagram.Everyone, stay safe and healthy, and wear your mask over your f*cking nose. 

It’s an exciting week for Know Your Role(s) as Dave and George welcome producer Marybess Pritchett to the pod! The fellas dive into Bar talk, speculating about this year’s Super Bowl commercials and celebrating an exciting week in sports and inclusivity. Dave, George, and Marybess play their first team game exploring the wide world of breakfast pastries as they build their own superhero origin story. This week’s game takes listeners on a journey through your hosts’ favorite film performances as they relate to all kinds of comfort food from half-baked boys to burgers, bouncers, and bodega sandwiches. Marybess shines a light on Antiracism Daily and their Black History Month series, and the fellas look ahead to Gladys the Cat’s first Super Bowl, and Kirsten Johnson’s 2020 documentary film “Dick Johnson is Dead.” Rate, review, and subscribe to Know Your Role(s) wherever you get your podcasts and follow @KYRPod on Twitter and Instagram.  Follow producer Marybess Pritchett @lazercatcommander and via her website www.marybesspritchett.com. Resources:  Follow Layshia Clarendon’s incredible career @layshiac on Instagram and Twitter. Learn more about Antiracism Daily @antiracismdaily, and sign up for their free Black History Month series, "a virtual exhibition of 28 works that celebrate Black legacy in the U.S.'' by visiting www.28daysofblackhistory.com. “Dick Johnson is Dead” is available now on Netflix.  Everyone, stay safe and healthy, and wear your mask over your f*cking nose.  

This week KYR is super excited to welcome Leslie Stein (Present, I Know You Rider) to the pod(17:20).  The former Vice Magazine artist talks to G & D  about how she came to comics and her process of using her own personal life as a backdrop for the work. Leslie shares thoughts on how she uses pleasing imagery to discuss tough subjects. The group bonds over their collective experiences as NYC bartenders as they move on to the game portion to assign certain songs and artists to specific periods in the work night.  Bar talk covers love for bands that show love, NYC election information resources and more… Enjoy!   Subscribe, rate, and review Know Your Role(s) wherever you get your pods and follow us @KYRPod on twitter and instagram.  Follow Leslie @leslieamstein  & be sure to check out her work here:https://drawnandquarterly.com/author/leslie-stein NYC Election Resources:SoftPowerVoteFollowTheMoney NYC DSA benefit show funding the #TaxTheRich campaign:Ten Things I Hate About Cuomo Stay safe and healthy and everybody wear your mask, over your f*cking nose.   

It’s inauguration week on the Know Your Role(s)pod and the boys open the bar (1:49) to talk winners, losers, staying engaged and more.  George & Dave then welcome back to the pod Joel Walkowski, The Professional Gambler (18:11), to get some football championship game picks as well as things to look for and stay away from in the young NBA season.  Comparisons are next up on the docket (38:48),  and KYR is looking at quirky groups of followers and how they stack up to different hoppy, and not so hoppy brews.  Hint, some are better in small doses. Finally, some things to look forward to, (1:20:05),  features tasty meals that help those in need and several film and tv recs. Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you listen.  Follow us on twitter and insta @KYRPod.  Enjoy and be well.  

We are thrilled to welcome special guest Blake Schwarzenbach to the KYR pod for a great conversation and fun game. The gents talk about life during strange times, many things Jawbreaker and Blake shares some thoughts on seeing yourself on film, reuniting and much more.  Hockey, hot dog reviews, and big moves on this weeks episode.  Enjoy!  Subscribe, rate, and review us wherever you listen. Follow us @KYRPod on twitter and instagram!

In a long strange (putting it mildly) week there are still pods to be made, so the boys are at it again. Running the gamut, KYR talks calling it what it is and our thoughts for what DC residents are dealing with, to reality tv and oh yeah somehow find a way to fit in the NFL matchups.  Which game will play out like our favorite cinema battles? Hear what we think and more on this week’s episode. Remember to rate, subscribe, and review us and please follow Know Your Role(s) on twitter and instagram @KYRPod! Thank you for listening, and go bake a cake!

On this holiday week, KYR warmly welcomes writer and stand up Clark Jones to the pod for a roundtable comparing sly ball handlers to the emcee always bringing understandable smooth sh*t that murderers move with. Before the game, Clark and the guys have a wide-ranging talk spanning HBCU magic, the NY and LA comedy scenes and more.  Rate and review the show where ever you listen and follow us on twitter and instagram @KYRpod and have a safe and healthy holiday season, check you in 2021.

With two bartenders at the helm it's only fitting that Know Your Role(s) celebrates the mixing of spirits in comparison to some upcoming plots from the imminent bball season. Classic drinks and entertaining what ifs for your pleasure. Name changes, great locals, and more on this weeks ep.

On this week’s super sized episode, KYR welcomes the uber talented Josh Gondelman to the pod. He talks to the guys about what its like to write for shows like Last Week Tonight and Desus and Mero and how it feels to be the third most famous person to hail from Stoneham, Mass. After the convo, the fellas take turns assigning faves from a show about nothing to some of the greatest albums ever produced. Bar talk on crazy contracts, where to spend that holiday money and more for your eardrums.

In the spirit of gorging yourself, this weeks KYR is all about favorites from our holiday meals and what each item brings to the table in much the same ways teams are put together. The guys answer age old questions like is there an athlete that is actually “better as a sandwich?” Join us for a good hang.

Comedian, writer, actor and Chicagoan Will Miles of “SouthSide” joins KYR for a great chat and round table recasting of a 90’s pop tv show with mic legends from the world of Hip Hop.  The three discuss the windy city mindset, Atlanta’s rise, what’s its like to make a tv show about and in your hometown, and more on this weeks episode.

This week G & D chop it up with friend, laugh riot, Bostonian, and candle enthusiast Selena Coppock. They talk “where you where when”, SATC, and ridiculous accents as the three rank their favorite Bean Town films.  Green jackets, coaches tape, and things to stay up on all this week on Know Your Role(s).

On episode 13, as coincidence would have it, KYR pays homage to halloween and the horror genre with special guest Hoff Matthews of “Hoff’s Public Domain Horror Fest.” George and Hoff tell us what it’s like to write and produce a part mst3k like part variety streaming show with films they won’t get sued for using.  After a short convo, the three take turns choosing elements from various horror films piece meal in order to craft their own Frankenstein monster of a cinematic masterpiece. Enjoy!

This week on KYR we are looking at some of the biggest stars of the hardwood and how they compare to some of the biggest draws in concert history (sometimes they even play at the same venue). George and Dave take a look at the legendary 1992 U.S. Olympic Mens Basketball squad and how those characters bring up memories of funky prodigies and a rapper that took street knowledge and turned it into platinum records.  Talking voting plans, world series hopes, and more for your earholes.

KYR is thrilled to have our second guest The Professional Gambler Joel Walkowski of the Props Network. Joel schools George and Dave on some of the ins and outs of betting large sums of money on sports for a living. After a wide ranging convo the three take two of Joel’s favorite things, the championship Pistons and the Better Call Saul/Breaking Bad universe, and draw correlations between memorable members.