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Trick or Treat Radio
TorTR #673 - Let Your Bias Hit the Floor

Trick or Treat Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 122:32


Send us a textA young man's visit to his grandparents' home leads to the discovery of an old-time radio broadcast that has brought the family happiness for years, a revelation that will lead him to question his life choices, sanity and dietary choices. On Episode 673 of Trick or Treat Radio we discuss the Japanese horror flick, Best Wishes To All from director Yûta Shimotsu! We also talk about the true meaning of happiness, extreme Japanese horror, and movies with creepy old people! So grab your genealogy test results, make sure you're with the right family, and strap on for the world's most dangerous podcast!Stuff we talk about: Netflix, true crime docs, horror streaming, Mindhunter, RIP DeVera Burroughs, birthday gimmicks, holding down the fort, this day in horror history, Crispin “Hellion” Glover, Ben, Food of the Gods, Rats, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre soundtrack, John Larroquette, Waiting for Guffman, Christopher Guest, Michael Hitchcock, Catherine O'Hara, MadTV, Lillian Verner Gameshow, Last Dinosaur, Chas Balun, Battle Royale, House, Ichi the Killer, Uzumaki, Best Wishes to All, Yuta Shimotsu, M. Night Shyamalan, The Visit, extreme Japanese horror, the Mae Young scene, Japanese Culture, geriatric f*ck machines, poorly executed silly CGI, Soul Reaper, Indonesian horror films, and finger sucking good films.Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/trickortreatradioJoin our Discord Community: discord.trickortreatradio.comSend Email/Voicemail: mailto:podcast@trickortreatradio.comVisit our website: http://trickortreatradio.comStart your own podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=386Use our Amazon link: http://amzn.to/2CTdZzKFB Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/trickortreatradioTwitter: http://twitter.com/TrickTreatRadioFacebook: http://facebook.com/TrickOrTreatRadioYouTube: http://youtube.com/TrickOrTreatRadioInstagram: http://instagram.com/TrickorTreatRadioSupport the show

You're No Fun Anymore
YNFA 69: Waiting for Guffman, or Bye Bye Corky

You're No Fun Anymore

Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2025 65:52


Grab your stools and head on down to the Dairy Queen as we reach for our hometown slice of fame with Christopher Guest's Waiting for Guffman. Is this the most realistic depiction of local theater dynamics ever committed to film? Can we please make Catherine O'Hara Queen of Improv already? How did Bob Balaban find a symphony-level orchestra for this small town production? And did Parker Posey's Libby Mae Brown “Just do the cones” so her Victoria Ratliff could “Piper, Noooooo”? The one thing we can all agree on is that this movie is flawless and Corky St Clair is a genius. 

The Oscar Project Podcast
3.41-Filmmaker Interview with Sarah Goeke and Julia Sears

The Oscar Project Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 30:44


Send us a textIn today's episode, I interview Sarah Goeke and Julia Sears, the writer and director of the web series "Forked," a story of a woman recovering from the purity culture of the Bible Belt through sobriety and dragon fantasy erotica.Listen to hear about Sarah trusting her director on the shoot for And Through the Portal We Go, keeping the cast of "Forked" very much in the family, and finding humor in some of life's most serious moments.Books mentioned in this episode include:The Lilies by Quinn Diacon-FurtadoThe Chromatic Fantasy by H. A.Big Swiss by Jen BeaginWolfsong by TJ Klune Films and TV shows mentioned in this episode include:"Forked" directed by Julia Sears and Carolyn BraverAnd Through the Portal We Go directed by Mike HayhurstPractical Magic directed by Griffin DunneDrop Dead Gorgeous directed by Michael Patrick JannSpice World directed by Barnaby Thompson and Bob SpiersLittle Miss Sunshine directed by Jonathan Dayton and Valerie FarisSunshine Cleaning directed by Christine JeffsThe Big Lebowski directed by Joel CoenWaiting for Guffman directed by Christopher GuestSinners directed by Ryan CooglerSeverance (series)Wicked directed by Jon M. ChuFleabag (series)Follow Sarah on Instagram @sgerk, Julia @juliacsears and the series @forkedwebseries.Support the show

Senses Working Overtime with David Cross

Felipe Esparza (The Eric Andre Show) joins David to talk about Waiting for Guffman, drug-fueled benders, and more. Catch all new episodes every Thursday. Watch video episodes here.Guest: Felipe EsparzaSubscribe and Rate Senses Working Overtime on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and leave us a review to read on a future episode!Follow David on Instagram and Twitter.Follow the show:Instagram: @sensesworkingovertimepodTikTok: @swopodEditor: Kati SkeltonEngineer: Chris OsbornExecutive Producer: Emma FoleyAdvertise on Senses Working Overtime via Gumball.fm.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Oscar Project Podcast
3.35-Filmmaker Interview with Allison Moy Hayhurst and Mike Hayhurst

The Oscar Project Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 25:34


Send us a textIn today's episode, I interview Allison Moy Hayhurst and Mike Hayhurst, the producer and director of the film And Through the Portal We Go. The film is a genre-bending time loop story that takes an earnest look at faith, friendship, and the search for belonging.Listen to hear about the some of the research that was required for the film (and the dubious online searches that entailed), the level of detail required to keep everything straight in a time loop film, and how bloopers can sometimes lead to useable takes in a film like this.Books mentioned in this episode include:A Curious Mind: The Secret to a Bigger Life by Brian GrazerTender Is the Flesh by Agustina BazterricaA Certain Hunger by Chelsea G. SummersNot Even Nominated: 40 Overlooked Costars of Oscar-Winning Performances by John DiLeoFilms and TV shows mentioned in this episode include:And Through the Portal We Go directed by Mike Hayhurst“BEAT” directed by Mike Hayhurst“Cook With the Heart” directed by Mike Hayhurst“Oma” directed by Mike HayhurstThe Trip to Bountiful directed by Michael WilsonForked (web series)Groundhog Day directed by Harold RamisPalm Springs directed by Max BarbakowHappy Death Day directed by Christopher LandonThe Map of Tiny Perfect Things directed by   directed by The Mandalorian (series)Noises Off directed by Peter BogdanovichWaiting for Guffman directed by Christopher GuestEverything Everywhere All At Once directed by Daniel Scheinert and Daniel KwanWithnail and I directed by Bruce RobinsonGoldeneye directed by Martin CampbellCasino Royale directed by Martin CampbellRomeo + Juliet directed by Baz LuhrmannThe Birdcage directed by Mike NicholsTomorrow Never Dies directed by Roger SpottiswoodeHer Majesty, Mrs Brown directed by John MaddenCheck out the film this weekend at the Fisheye Film Festival in High Wycombe, UK this weekend on May 2nd at 7PM. You can also follow Evening Squire on Instagram @eveningsquire and the film @andthroughtheportalwego for more screening information.

Free Thinking Through the Fourth Turning with Sasha Stone
The "Resistance" or the Drama Club?

Free Thinking Through the Fourth Turning with Sasha Stone

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 31:33


The worst thing that's ever happened to the Democrats is democracy.It must be quite an existential crisis that, after all that, the rest of the country rejected their opinion of Donald Trump. That the guy they said was a rapist, a racist, a fascist, a dictator, a Nazi, a bigot, a transphobe, a misogynist, a Russian asset, a criminal, a felon, a fraudster, a fake, a traitor, an election denier and insurrectionist, an extremist, a terrorist, a white supremacist, a phony that they impeached twice and indicted four times, and became the first presidential candidate with a mug shot, and to be convicted of a felony still won the popular vote.That has got to really burn.But it isn't the Trump side that is now in a perpetual state of shock because it existed inside a utopian bubble, cutting itself off from the rest of America. It isn't the Trump side that cosplayed World War II for so long that it lost touch with reality about either our world now or what really happened in World War II. It isn't the Trump side that was the empire.Their war-torn resistance fighters were so disgusted that none of the Democrats had done enough to “stop Hitler Trump and his Nazi leader, Elon Musk,” that their approval numbers were at historic lows. DO SOMETHING, their supporters cried.So Cory Booker took to the Senate floor to remind them of what they still stand for. And to rally the troops. He prepared in advance for the performance of his life. He denied himself food and water to go the distance. It was, for him, a chance to audition for the part of Charismatic Leader, the democrats so desperately need.Booker found a way: It's not Left or Right but right or WRONG.It's a far cry from Obama's “not red states or blue states, but the United States.” The Democrats no longer believe that. They went from “don't normalize Trump and his supporters” to it's more than justified to demonize, dehumanize, even terrorize them. They are “bad people.” They're no longer welcome. Not in our culture, restaurants, movie theaters, family gatherings, and, most of all, our democracy.Their anger stems from their class privilege of having everything they need, yet they can't accept losing something they want.Here is Batya Ungar-Sargon:Either the Democrats really are caught up in a mass delusion about who Trump is and why he won, or else they're the drama club, and none of it was ever real.Splendor in the GrassI wasn't just in the Drama Club in high school. I was the undisputed queen. Just ask anyone who went to high school with me. I was a terrible student. I barely graduated. My nickname was “no-show Stone,” but the one thing I showed up for was the Drama Club.That's me as Elizabeth Proctor in the high school production of The Crucible.In case you've never seen or read The Crucible, Elizabeth Proctor was John Proctor's pregnant wife who was accused of witchcraft but who was spared because of the presumed innocence of her baby. Her husband, John Proctor, would be hanged.I could never have known that all of these decades later, we'd all be living in a Salem of our own making, and I'd be once again an accused and condemned witch.Inside the drama club, I had a magic mirror - a small group of people who thought I hung the moon. My Drama teacher thought that too. I was his favorite, at least for a time. I didn't know the word “grooming” back then, but looking back on it, I see that's probably what he was doing—a pinch here, a grope there. On the last day of my junior year, he French kissed me just before I went away for summer break.That Summer, he drove up to my house and dropped off a copy of the play Splendor in the Grass. I took that to mean I would be cast as the lead, the part Natalie Wood played in the movie. As the queen of the Drama Club, I got all of the leading roles. Of course, I would play Deannie.But when it came time to cast the play, the part went to someone who wasn't even in the drama club. She was the prettiest girl in school: the Head Cheerleader and the Homecoming Queen. Our teacher had broken the silent code of the drama club - nobody from the outside is allowed in. Because if they do, our fantasy world is shattered.That's all we had. We weren't the popular kids, the cheerleaders, the jocks, the science nerds. We were people who didn't belong anywhere else. But we also liked escaping into a fantasy world of being another person other than ourselves.During the Me Too movement, my friends would always bring up our drama teacher, but honestly, I was more angry that he'd given my part away to a prettier girl.In reality, the Homecoming Queen was the right person to play Deannie, even if our teacher probably just had the hots for her. She was good, too—better than I would have been. Because she was popular, everyone in the school came to see the play.We were all big fish in a small pond, which gave us power we weren't willing to relinquish. But having the whole school see our play meant reality was here, whether we liked it or not.I often think about the drama club now when I watch Christopher Guest's hilarious Waiting for Guffman, which is about a self-important director of a small town theater group and their delusions of grandeur.And that's also what I see when I look at the democrats and all of the performative protesters and activists on the Left, from Eric Swalwell to AOC to Jasmine Crocket to Chuck Schumer to Cory Booker, to all of these delusional people who believe Musk did the Nazi salute and Trump is Hitler.They are Waiting for Guffman. They are the drama club.It's a cosplay fantasy, a dystopian Renaissance Faire. None of it is real. The American people have been watching this performative outrage for almost a decade. They wanted to turn the channel so badly they voted for Donald Trump a second time, and now, here they all are, once again, caterwauling about the very democracy that just took them out of power.They still believe that doing exactly the same thing for this long will get them a different result, the very definition of insanity.But there's a darkness too, a rising violence. What they all mean when they say “Hands off” is not just “hands off” our government, but “hands off” everything else too.Along with keying Teslas and violent outbursts against Trump supporters, there is a hashtag making the rounds on TikTok called “when it happens,” where users fantasize about Trump's death.Identity First vs. America First.During the last Civil War, the two conflicting realities were that a country founded on freedom could not own human beings vs. the false reality that slaves could not survive as free human beings and that there would be chaos and collapse if things changed.Now, we find ourselves once again at a crossroads with two factions believing in two completely separate realities. This time, it's not about westward expansion but rather our migration onto the new frontier of the internet, AI, and the upcoming robot revolution. What will this country be going forward? What will be our values? What will define male and female? What will decide power?You can see each of our potential futures laid out before us. Whole generations have come of age in virtual reality, where they can choose their own avatars and have their own audiences for their own show. It's all performative. But to be included, you must follow the rules. If you don't, out you go. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit sashastone.substack.com/subscribe

Trick or Treat Radio
TorTR #659 - A Mohawk of Brains

Trick or Treat Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2025 164:11


Send us a textA weekend getaway with friends at a remote cabin turns into chaos after it's revealed that one of the hosts has not exactly been honest with his doctor for years. On Episode 659 of Trick or Treat Radio we discuss the film Companion from director Drew Hancock! We also talk about our favorite Christopher Guest mockumentaries, a shocking film series being sold at a big box chain store, and films featuring robotic main characters. So grab your modded companion for the weekend, leave your toxic masculinity at home, and strap on for the world's most dangerous podcast!Stuff we talk about: Lucio Fulci, March 13 1996, Dario Argento, Manhattan Baby, Yellowjackets, Faces of Death being sold at Walmart, Traces of Death, Banned From TV, Popeye the Slayer Man, Blood Pigs, Poohniverse, I Am A Knife With Legs, Sarah Nicklin, Idris Abba, this day in horror, happy 38th anniversary to Evil Dead II, Fire Safety Coordinator Committee, Spinal Tap II: The End Continues, Break Like the Wind, Leslie Jones, Axel Foley, bad comedy sequels years after the original, Coming 2 America, Waiting for Guffman, Retro Ridictopus, Gore Shriek Resurrectus Vol. 3, Drew Hancock, Companion, Sophie Thatcher, Jack Quaid, Rupert Friend, Harvey Guillen, The Boys, Innerspace, The Book of Boba Fett, Fisher Stevens, Yellowjackets, Juliette Lewis, Meg Ryan, Short Circuit, Dawson's Creek, Lars and the Real Girl, intelligence sliders, AI, toxic masculinity and its role in relationships, Dr. Solo herbalist and spellcaster, Cabin in the Woods, Presence, Split Fiction, Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga, Go-Bots, Transformers, A Long Drink of Water, and Jenny Five is Alive.Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/trickortreatradioJoin our Discord Community: discord.trickortreatradio.comSend Email/Voicemail: mailto:podcast@trickortreatradio.comVisit our website: http://trickortreatradio.comStart your own podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=386Use our Amazon link: http://amzn.to/2CTdZzKFB Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/trickortreatradioTwitter: http://twitter.com/TrickTreatRadioFacebook: http://facebook.com/TrickOrTreatRadioYouTube: http://youtube.com/TrickOrTreatRadioInstagram: http://instagram.com/TrickorTreatRadioSupport the show

Baconsale: Hickory-Smoked Pop Culture
Episode 489: Parody Podcast!

Baconsale: Hickory-Smoked Pop Culture

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 85:40


It's a topsy-turvy world, and maybe the podcast of three people don't amount to a hill of beans. But this is our hill. And these are our beans! Therefore, on this episode of Baconsale, we're ranking parody movies. What are those? They're films that spoof previous works, but that's not important right now. What's really groovy, baby, is that we have 24 comedies that Joel, Kent, and Zack are going to be tiering, including funny flicks like Hot Shots!, Spaceballs, MacGruber, Tropic Thunder, Scary Movie, Robin Hood: Men in Tights, and Waiting for Guffman. Some of them may not rank as high as you'd like, but that's a sacrifice we are willing to make. And beware of exclamation points(!), my wife references, and the Joel genre, as we decide IF we're going to make a sequel.   Put... the candle... back! Then press play.

Shame List Picture Show: A Movie Podcast
Shame List Picture Show S9E3 – WAITING FOR GUFFMAN feat. Robyn Ehrlich

Shame List Picture Show: A Movie Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2025 73:45


On this episode of SLPS, Michael is joined by Robyn Ehrlich of Milwaukee Film to disccuss Christopher Guest's "Waiting for Guffman". The post Shame List Picture Show S9E3 – WAITING FOR GUFFMAN feat. Robyn Ehrlich appeared first on Cinepunx.

The Test of Time
Episode 451: Waiting for Guffman (1996)

The Test of Time

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2025 34:24


A theater director gathers a troupe of actors to celebrate their small town's 150th anniversary. Listen as we chat about the movies that Warner Bros. dumped on YouTube, how Missourians say the name of their state, and the best actor in Red, White, and Blaine. Then we find out if Waiting for Guffman stands the Test of Time.

rabbitHOLE Improv
Improvised Shakespeare | Waiting for __________ | Scary Kids' Shows

rabbitHOLE Improv

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025 31:18


Welcome to the second HOLE of SEASON TWO. Today's Holes: Improvised Shakespeare Waiting for Godot, Guffman, Lefty, etc. Unintentionally Scary Children's T.V. Shows BIT player Amber takes us on a journey that opens on Improvised Shakespeare and culminates with Twin Peak's pain and suffering symbol - creamed corn. Who knew? Flannery confesses her love for Beckett's Waiting for Godot, which triggers Luke to recall a Tempest performance with only three actors. This leads to a slightly morbid tale of Amber's grandmother saying goodbye from her hospice bed but then asking for a tuna fish sandwich. Finally, Luke tries to convey that the early muppets were very "weird," triggering Thea's memories of a dark and horrifying Norwegian children's T.V. show (Pompel og Pilt) where one puppet never finds the other and meets a broom.  This episode features many celebrity "sightings," including George Lucas, David Lynch, Dale Cooper*, Ross Bryant, Cookie Monster, Kermit the Frog, and the Bard himself! I can't give it all away here in the notes!  APOLOGIES: Creamed corn, the celebs listed above, Jim Henson and the Muppets (for at least the third time), Kyle Merritt MacLachlan (no relation), Chat Shows, Italy, Norway (sorry, Thea), The Nutcracker,  puppets, and Diabetes. As always, rabbitHOLE is unscripted and inspired by the CREW's real-life rabbit hole adventures. If you enjoy rabbitHOLE, follow, rate, and share it with your friends! DIRECTOR/CREATOR:  Billy Merritt EDITOR: Hill Kane CAST:  Dean Aisles Konrad Andrew Terry Armstrong Amber Bellsdale Luke Bovard Don Slovin Jason Spiro Lisa Steckman Thea Marie Thorkildsen Katya Vasilaky Flannery Wilson "rabbitHOLE" Improv is part of The BIT Comedy Network. Production Assistance, Audio Production, & Graphic Art by Hill Kane of Raising Kane Media + Marketing. MUSIC: "Shark Bait" performed by Little Kahunas | Produced by Peter Miller ©  Hosting Platform: Libsyn.com "The BIT" and "The BIT Comedy Network" are Trademarks owned by Billy Merritt ©2025 Billy Merritt - All Rights Reserved Inquiries + Notices + Requests: TheBitComedyNetwork@gmail.com

Standup Comedy
"Best Of" Series- Larry Miller - Over 100 Movies & TV shows...there's a Reason! Show #240

Standup Comedy "Your Host and MC"

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2025 37:56 Transcription Available


Send us a textLarry Miller, a celebrated figure in the comedy industry for over four decades, is renowned for his sharp wit and iconic performances that have captivated audiences worldwide. Reflecting on his standup comedy career, Miller expresses a nostalgic appreciation for his journey, beginning with his early days in New York and his rise to prominence in the 1980s alongside comedy legends like Jerry Seinfeld. His success in stand-up naturally transitioned into memorable film and television roles, with standout performances in Pretty Woman and Christopher Guest's ensemble comedies such as Waiting for Guffman and Best in Show, further solidifying his comedic legacy. Known for his classy and timeless humor, Miller's unique blend of observational comedy and self-deprecating wit has endeared him to audiences, making everyday experiences like skiing mishaps and youthful antics hilariously relatable.(00:00:22) "Versatile Comedic Talent: Larry Miller's Career"(00:12:35) "Comedic Quirks of Daily Living Unveiled"(00:15:11) Teenage House Party Mishap(00:18:41) "Parental Return: Chaos at House Party"(00:25:56) "The Hilarious Journey of Learning to Ski"(00:29:20) "From Skiing Mishaps to Chairlift Revelations"Support the showStandup Comedy Podcast Network.co www.StandupComedyPodcastNetwork.comFree APP on all Apple & Android phones....check it out, podcast, jokes, blogs, and More!For short-form standup comedy sets, listen to: "Comedy Appeteasers" , available on all platforms.New YouTube site: https://www.youtube.com/@standupcomedyyourhostandmc/videosVideos of comics live on stage from back in the day.Please Write a Review: in-depth walk-through for leaving a review.Interested in Standup Comedy? Check out my books on Amazon..."20 Questions Answered about Being a Standup Comic""Be a Standup Comic...or just look like one"

Friday Flix
Waiting for Guffman

Friday Flix

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2025 99:26


This week on Friday Flix, we're diving into Christopher Guest's hilarious mockumentary Waiting for Guffman (1996)! Join us as we revisit this cult classic about small-town theater dreams, eccentric auditions, and the most passionate community theater director ever. We'll break down the film's sharp improvisational comedy, its unforgettable characters, and why it remains a must-watch for comedy lovers.Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @fridayflixpodcast and check out our Letterboxd accounts: KMcanthony and Cinemack89 for more movie reviews! Got thoughts on Waiting for Guffman? Email us at JKentertainment247@gmail.com—we'd love to hear from you!

Grindhouse Institute
Ep 104 - New Year's Noir feat. Alex Vlahov from OnlyFilmNoir

Grindhouse Institute

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2025 82:05


Sunset Boulevard (1950), Repeat Performance (1947), & Bitter Moon (1992) ALL MOVIES SPOILED In this film block, Alex Vlahov, the curator of OnlyFilmNoir, helps Jeremy and Brian finally ring in the new year with failed writers, curdled romances and murder. Follow Alex here: Instagram Hard Times Where to watch: Be Kind Video (Burbank) Vidéothèque (South Pasadena) Cinefile (Santa Monica) Repeat Performance (Blu-ray) Sunset Boulevard (Blu-ray) Bitter Moon (Blu-ray) Other films referenced: E.T. Yankee Doodle Dandy Final Destination It's a Wonderful Life Groundhog Day High Sierra The Revolt of Mamie Stover All About Eve The Seventh Victim Cat People (1942) I Walked with a Zombie The Thin Man Phantom Thread Sweet Smell of Success Forrest Gump Detour A Place in the Sun Mrs. Doubtfire Greed Queen Kelly The Exorcist Singin' in the Rain Bullets Over Broadway Babylon Twin Peaks: The Return Mulholland Drive Lost Highway The Wizard of Oz The Haunting (1963) Dead of Night (1945) The Shining Fear in the Night (1972) Blue Velvet The Wild Bunch The Third Man Casablanca They Live Francis Ha Harry and the Hendersons Hot Shots! Hot Shots! Part Deux The Naked Gun Mission: Impossible Four Weddings and a Funeral Speak No Evil (2024) Triangle of Sadness The Conformist Dangerous Liaisons Cruel Intentions Dead Ringers Waiting for Guffman

It's Time To Watch The Muppets
Dinosaurs 201 - Career Opportunities

It's Time To Watch The Muppets

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2025 38:08


IT'S TIME TO WATCH THE MUPPETS! This week we watched Dinosaurs - Career Opportunities. Distracted rants include but are not limited to Eight Billion Genies, The City™, Jason Alexander, Waiting for Guffman, A Complete Unknown, Kid Pix, Turtlepuss, Loofahs, Phil Dunphy, and much more!"Robbie goes to see the Job Wizard who dictates what careers everybody has for the rest of their lives. He hopes to be picked to be a rock legend but his dream falls flat when it's announced he's going to be a tree pusher like his father."Follow us:tiktok.com/@ittwtmInstagram.com/ittwtm

Moms on the Rocks
Sister Wives Season 19 E13 Watch-Along "Give Up the Ghost" PLUS The Ultimatum, True Crime updates, SNL, & more!!

Moms on the Rocks

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2024 203:47


*JOIN US LIVE EVERY MONDAY 11 MST or join our Rewatch Crew*TIMESTAMPS:0:00 Hellos2:03 Housekeeping6:21 Robyn Brown floral blouse poll11:00 American Reality TV Awards16:35 RHOBH19:00 RHOSLC22:06 Hannah Kobayashi27:30 Nurse Hannah32:00 The Ultimatum43:28 SNL Tom Meschal43:28 UHC Shooter53:05 Brown Town1:31:59 Sister Wives episode recapSnark and sarcasm is highly encouraged as we see what our favorite family is up to, as well as a dip into the latest pop culture news and highlights. Subscribe on YouTube, Patreon, and your favorite podcast app!Please like and subscribe on Youtube!Check out patreon.com/podandthecity for bonus content!Join our private Facebook Group "We Love to Hate TV"Coming up this week on Patreon:WE LOVE TO HATE TV *Tier 1+: Murder, She Wrote S9 E9 "A Christmas Secret"*Tiers 2+: Sister Wives S12 E6 "Meeting Leon's Partner" (part 1)TOTAL REQUEST PODCASTMurder, She Wrote S9 E9 "A Christmas Secret"GIRL DINNEREpisode 20 "GUFFMAN."Please check out our wondeful sponsor for this week: Lipozene! For a discount offer, go to Lipozene.com and enter promo code: WELOVE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Oscar Project Podcast
2.52 Author Interview with Neal Fischer

The Oscar Project Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2024 16:57


Send us a textIn today's episode, I interview Neal Fischer, author of two new movie trivia books, The Rom-Com Ultimate Movie Trivia Book and the Christmas Movie Ultimate Trivia Book. He also hosts two podcasts, Triviality and Curated by Chance.Listen to hear about what goes into creating trivia questions for books like these, a bit about Neal's experience on the FOX game show The Floor, and one of the best arguments related to Die Hard as a Christmas movie you'll ever hear.Books mentioned in this episode include:The Rom-Com Ultimate Movie Trivia Book by Neal FischerChristmas Movie Ultimate Trivia Book by Neal FischerBehind the Screens: Illustrated Floor Plans and Scenes from the Best TV Shows of All Time by Neal FischerBeing Patrick Swayze: Essential Teachings from the Master of the Mullet by Neal FischerThursday Murder Club series by Richard OsmanMagpie Murders by Anthony HorowitzFilms mentioned in this episode include:The Santa Clause directed by John PasquinHome Alone directed by Chris ColumbusSeinfeldDie Hard directed by John McTiernanWhite Christmas directed by Michael CurtizIt's a Wonderful Life directed by Frank CapraMeet Me in St. Louis directed by Cinema Paradiso directed by Giuseppe TornatoreOldboy directed by Park Chan-wookCity of God directed by Fernando Meirelles & Kátia Lund12 Angry Men directed by Sidney LumetA Few Good Men directed by Rob ReinerTo Kill a Mockingbird directed by Robert MulliganOcean's 11 directed by Steven SoderberghTaking of Pelham 123 directed by Joseph SargentHeat and Thief directed by Michael MannThe Shawshank Redemption directed by Frank DarabontBack to the Future directed by Robert ZemeckisThe Fugitive directed by Andrew DavisRaiders of the Lost Ark directed by Steven SpielbergPretty Woman directed by Garry MarshallWaiting for Guffman directed by Christopher GuestFollow Neal on Instagram @nealefischer, check out his website nealefischer.com, and pre-order his upcoming books on Mr. Beast, Steph Curry, and

The Steebee Weebee Show
348: Michael Hitchcock on The Steebee Weebee Show

The Steebee Weebee Show

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2024 48:36


Michael Hitchcock joins The Steebee Weebee Show for the 1st time!!! We talk about: him being on the Netflix show-Nobody Wants This, the Amazon film-"Jackpot", him working with Ethan Hawke on a new FX pilot, him being a writer on Mad TV-and Bobby "pooing" in Ike Barinholtz's dressing room, Michael's involvement in Christopher Guest's movies like- Waiting for Guffman and Best In Show, his "improvisation" background from The Groundlings, Jordan Peele's trajectory after Mad TV, his auditioning process & tips for upcoming comedic actors/actresses, Bruce Springsteen, and much much more. Go this week to: www.youtube.com/steebeeweebee to watch. More Michael: https://www.instagram.com/hitchmichael ** Now on iTunes:  https://goo.gl/CdSwyV ** Subscribe: https://goo.gl/d239PO Little Ray promises a Karma Boost if you join our Patreon: https://goo.gl/aiOi7J Or, click here for a one time Karma Boost. https://www.paypal.me/steebeeweebeeshow/2 More Steven: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quangou Bandcamp: https://steebeeweebee.bandcamp.com/ Itunes: https://goo.gl/PSooa0 Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/steebeeweebee Send stuff to: 1425 N. Cherokee Ave P.O. Box 1391 Los Angeles, CA 90093 

Girls Gone Hallmark
Falling Together

Girls Gone Hallmark

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2024 27:15


Girls Gone Hallmark dives into Falling Together, starring Ashley Williams and Paul Campbell. Megan and Wendy are ready to leaf nothing unturned as they tackle the movie's unfair reviews and explore why it deserves some accolades. Join them as they breeze through their favorite moments and discuss how the whole fall theme might have gone a bit too far.  Email us your review at girlsgonehallmark@gmail.com or let's talk about it in the Girls Gone Hallmark Facebook Group! We Need Your 5-STAR Ratings and Reviews Spotify Podcast listeners: Spotify allows listeners to rate podcast episodes. Once you listen to a podcast for at least 30 seconds, you get the option to rate it between one and five stars. Return to the podcast's main page and tap the star icon. Then, tap submit. About Falling Together - (Hallmark Channel, 2024) Falling Together was directed by Mike Rohl. Mike has 64 directing credits, including both Cases of Mystery Lane movies, as well as all three Princess Switch movies for Netflix. He has also directed a number of series, including Chesapeake Shores, When Calls the Heart, and Date My Dad. Rick Garman wrote the script based on a teleplay by Adam Kulbersh. Rick Garman is a prolific Hallmark writer with 31 writing credits, including A Shoe Addict's Christmas, You Had Me at Aloha, Notes of Autumn, and Christmas on Cherry Lane. He also wrote the three Cherry Lane movies coming to Hallmark+ this holiday season. Adam Kulbersh is an actor with 77 credits. As a writer, he has 3 credits, including Falling Together, and this is his first Hallmark movie. Ashley Williams and her husband Neal Dodson served as executive producers on this film. Ashley Williams stars as Natalie. Ashley has 83 acting credits that include the Christmas in Evergreen series, the Sister Swap duo of movies, as well as Notes of Autumn. She will star in Jingle Bell Run alongside Andrew Walker this Countdown to Christmas season. Paul Campbell plays Mark. Paul has 55 acting credits, including, of course, the Cases of Mystery Lane franchise, Three Wise Men and a Baby, and the hotly anticipated Three Wiser Men and a Boy, due out this November. Rryla McIntosh plays Drea. Rryla has nine acting credits, and this is her first appearance on Hallmark. She previously appeared in Schmigadoon! as well as the horror film Longlegs. She will appear in the upcoming Season's Greetings from Cherry Lane on Hallmark+. Paul Moniz de Sa plays Hector. With 37 acting credits, this is Hector's first appearance on Hallmark as well. He has previously appeared in Shogun, Yellowjackets, Timeless, and The Good Doctor. Amy Goodmurphy plays Liz. Amy has 31 acting credits and previously appeared in the Hallmark movie The Holiday Sitter. Amy's other appearances include the Joel McHale comedy Animal Control, the TV series Wild Cards, as well as the movie Totally Killer. Linda Kash played Linda Payne. Linda has 140 acting credits with 5 upcoming projects. Linda is probably best known for her roles in Best in Show and Waiting for Guffman, as well as the Fargo TV series. She also does a ton of voice work for series like Hotel Transylvania, Numb Chucks, Fugget About It, and Thomas and Friends. This movie was filmed in Vancouver, with an attempt to give it a Pittsburgh feel by using B-roll footage plus locations that "could have been" Pittsburgh, according to Heavy.com. Watch the Trailer for Falling Together

WGN - The Dave Plier Podcast
Comedy icon Eugene Levy co-hosts the Emmys this Sunday

WGN - The Dave Plier Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2024


Comedy icon Eugene Levy co-hosts the Emmys this weekend with his son Dan Levy! WGN Radio's Dave Plier shares his conversation with Eugene, talking about Second City, SCTV, Vacation, Best in Show, American Pie, Waiting for Guffman, Schitt's Creek, and more.

SNL Nerds
SNL Nerds – Episode 294 – Waiting for Guffman (1996)

SNL Nerds

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2024 88:55


This week, Darin and John watch 1996’s mockumentary Waiting for Guffman with Christopher Guest, Eugene Levy, Catherine O’Hara, Parker Posey, Fred Willard, Bob Balaban, and [...]

Tim Anderson Podcast
Peak Cinema: Waiting for Guffman - A Community Theater Masterpiece

Tim Anderson Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2024 62:52 Transcription Available


Join us tonight on your favorite podcast, Peak Cinema, as we conclude our salute to theater in the movies with a personal favorite, Waiting for Guffman. Featuring the comedic genius of Christopher Guest, Eugene Levy, Catherine O'Hara, Parker Posey, and the late, great Fred Willard, this film is a must-watch for anyone who loves community theater. In this episode, Tim, Ryan, and Lauren dive deep into the hilarity and brilliance of Waiting for Guffman. From the iconic audition scenes to the unforgettable characters, this film captures the essence of small-town theater with humor and heart. The team discusses their favorite moments, the improvisational genius of the cast, and the film's lasting impact on comedy. Whether you're a longtime fan or discovering it for the first time, this episode will make you appreciate the creativity and charm of community theater. So grab your popcorn, watch the movie, and tune in for a fun and insightful discussion. 

Tim Anderson Podcast
Peak Cinema: Theater Camp

Tim Anderson Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2024 72:36 Transcription Available


Welcome back to another exciting episode of Peak Cinema! Tonight's episode is a special treat for all the theater enthusiasts out there. We're diving into the 2023 Hulu comedy, "Theater Camp," as part of our two-part series dedicated to the world of theater in film. Join Tim, Rhino, and the talented Lauren as they explore the hilarious and heartfelt (and maybe the all too real) moments of "Theater Camp." This movie is a perfect blend of comedy and drama, capturing the essence of theater life with its quirky characters and relatable situations. We also dive in to all that is good and maybe what's plaguing the theater world. In this episode, we'll discuss the standout performances, especially from the young actors who bring so much energy and authenticity to their roles. We'll also touch on the film's strengths, its unique mockumentary style, and the real-life theater experiences that make it so relatable. But that's not all! Plus, we'll tease our next film, "Waiting for Guffman," a Christopher Guest mockumentary that set the standard for theater comedies. So, grab your popcorn, settle in, and get ready for a theater-filled episode of Peak Cinema. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and leave a comment to let us know what you think!

I Know Movies and You Don't w/ Kyle Bruehl
Season 10: Dealer's Choice - Waiting for Guffman (Episode 42)

I Know Movies and You Don't w/ Kyle Bruehl

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2024 130:28


In the forty-second episode of Season 10: Dealer's Choice, Kyle is joined for a one-on-one conversation with filmmaker and musician Jake Dilley to discuss his improvisational road trip film Rocksteppy (2017) and how it was influenced by Christopher Guest's ode to simple creativity and small town unity in the mocking yet earnest depiction of the egos and characters in community theatre that is Waiting for Guffman (1996).

Little Known Facts with Ilana Levine
Episode 403 - Winnie Holzman and Paul Dooley

Little Known Facts with Ilana Levine

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2024 58:48


Winnie Holzman's so-called writing career began innocently enough, writing and performing sketch material with the comedy group “Serious Bizness.” Next came an MFA from NYU in musical theatre, as well as a musical: “Birds of Paradise,” which was produced Off-Broadway and directed by her teacher, Arthur Laurents.  She soon shifted gears, (and coasts) joining the writing staff of the ground-breaking television series “thirtysomething” and then creating theseries, “My So-Called Life,” which starred Claire Danes and which, thanks to MTV (and now HULU) has been seen all over the world.  She collaborated “once and again” with her mentors Ed Zwick and Marshall Herskovitz on their critically acclaimed series “Once and Again;” and later collaborated with her daughter Savannah Dooley on their one hour drama series “Huge;” as well as with Cameron Crowe on the Showtime series “Roadies.”   She is the book writer of the international hit musical Wicked, which has a score by the acclaimed composer/lyricist Stephen Schwartz. Wicked celebrated 20 years on Broadway this past fall.  She recently completed both screenplays for the film adaptation of Wicked. Her play Choice, an early version of which had its world premiere at the Huntington Theatre in Boston, in 2016, will be produced this spring at the McCarter Theatre in Princeton, New Jersey.  She is a proud member of the Writers Guild of America West, and the Dramatists Guild, and has been married to the wonderful character actor Paul Dooley for only 39 years. Paul Dooley is an actor, writer, and comedian, and has appeared in hundreds of movies, TV shows, and plays. His films include Breaking Away, Sixteen Candles, Runaway Bride, Popeye, Insom-nia, Waiting for Guffman, and the Cars franchise. His television appearances include roles in Curb Your Enthusiasm, My So-Called Life, Star Trek, Dream On (Emmy-nominated), and The Practice (Emmy-nominated). He lives in Burbank, California, with his wife Winnie Holzman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nonplussed: A Disney+ Podcast
Inspector Gadget 2

Nonplussed: A Disney+ Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2024 70:42


Another live action cartoon? What is wrong with us? Perhaps we have a glitch or two of our own. Truly, there is no understanding why this film got made. Did someone lose a bet? Were McDonald's and Dunkin' Donuts owed promotion? The world may never know.   - Wowzers! - - Disney, Plus Hulu, Plus Max - streaming bundle coming soon:  https://variety.com/2024/digital/news/disney-plus-hulu-max-bundle-1235996533  - New Who! https://www.vulture.com/article/doctor-who-disney-reboot-ncuti-gatwa-new-doctor-explained.html   -   Fantastic (Four) casting news! https://www.vulture.com/article/doctor-who-disney-reboot-ncuti-gatwa-new-doctor-explained.html   - Family Guy/Iraq Lobster: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ZxdOeXUiJ0  - Wanda Sykes - Sick and Tired: https://www.amazon.com/Wanda-Sykes-Sick-Tired/dp/B000H7J9JE - Waiting for Guffman: https://www.amazon.com/Waiting-Guffman-Bob-Balaban/dp/B004G6YRJ4   —- Research and references completed using Wikipedia, IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes, and Box Office Mojo.  ----- We are (out and) proud members of the Mischief Media Network! To check out their full slate of shows, search “Mischief Media” your podcast app or visit mischiefmedia.com.  ----- Drop us a line!    Email: submissions@nonplussedpod.com     Twitter/Facebook/Instagram: @nonplussedpod     Hosted and edited by Clancy Canto and Josh Wittge. Produced by Wattage PR in conjunction with Mischief Media.      Theme Music: "Quirky Dog" by Kevin MacLeod. Check out more tunes at https://incompetech.com.  

Wait, You Haven't Seen...?
Episode 267 - Waiting for Guffman (1996)

Wait, You Haven't Seen...?

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2024 75:08


This week, Amy Frost is back and bringing another of her favorite films that somehow Travis hasn't seen before. 1996's Waiting for Guffman. Written and Directed by Christopher Guest, and starring Guest, Catherine O'Hara, Eugene Levy, Fred Willard, and Parker Posey. The story of Corky St. Clair, a theater director in the small town of Blaine Missouri who is putting on a musical show, with the hopes that theater man Mort Guffman will love it, and take the show to Broadway. It's full of quirky characters, and silly situations. But is it laugh out loud funny? Or does it just make you chuckle a little bit? Let's find out...Listen to Amy's story podcast at Achewillow.com and find her other projects at Daniora.comThanks go out to Audie Norman (@TheAudieNorman) for the album art. Outro music In Pursuit provided by Purple-Planet.comSupport the show by going to patreon.com/wyhsVisit tvstravis.com for more shows and projects from TVsTravis Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cinema Drive
508. "It's Such a Fine Line Between Stupid and Clever": This Is Spinal Tap (1984) and Waiting for Guffman (1996)

Cinema Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2024 32:56


Be our (Christopher) Guest this episode as Jason and Ryan pay homage to two mockumentaries that set the stage for a comedy genre phenomenon. After teaming with Rob Reiner, Michael McKean, and Harry Shearer to deliver the rockumentary classic This Is Spinal Tap (1984), Christopher Guest started a reign of dry satire with the cult classic Waiting for Guffman (1996). Tune in for some laughs with one of America's "loudest podcasts"!The Deep Question: What is the most recent really good western film that you have seen?This Week's Features:This Is Spinal Tap (1984)Waiting for Guffman (1996)

Real Housewives on Real Housewives
RHONY Adjacent: Crappie Lake

Real Housewives on Real Housewives

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2024 28:55


We fell in love again with Luann and Sonja as they take on the little town of Crappie Lake in this Waiting for Guffman meets Schitt's Creek series.  We dig into how well the ladies accomplished the tasks the mayor gave them, but ultimately find that the big heart of this series is all that matters. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rhonrh/support

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Support our work: https://www.patrickcoffin.media/donate Join our community of culture builders: www.coffinnation.com Telegram: https://t.me/patrickcoffinmedia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realpatrickcoffin/ BitChute: https://www.bitchute.com/channel/1NpgZJSoZaLJ/ Gab: https://gab.com/PatrickCoffin Brighteon: https://www.brighteon.com/channels/patrickcoffin ARE YOU TAKING YOUR IMMUNITY BOOSTER ALL-IN-ONE PILL FROM DC ZELENKO? GET IT HERE:

Late to the Movies
Waiting for Guffman

Late to the Movies

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2024 49:51


New year, new month, new theme! January 2024 is Dumpuary: Battle of the Genres! We're celebrating what is traditionally considered the worst month of the year to release a movie with a month full of January releases, all from different genres. First up, in comedy - 1997's Waiting for Guffman! Ben and Anthony discuss Christopher Guest's urtext for the talking-head-mockumentary style that would go on to become a dominant sitcom format in the decades since its modest release. Directed by Christopher Guest, written by Guest and Eugene Levy, and starring Guest, Levy, Catherine O'Hara, Fred Willard, and Parker Posey.

Put Your Books Down
What I Need… is a Hundred Thousand Dollars

Put Your Books Down

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2023 47:52


Natalie's sister Lauren is back to talk with the gals about “Waiting for Guffman” and the three of them discuss their favorite characters and laugh out loud lines from this iconic film.     Watch the show on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@putyourbooksdown     Follow Put Your Books Down on social media:     Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/putyourbooksdown     Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/putyourbooksdown/     Natalie on IG:  https://www.instagram.com/nataliesanderson/     Angela on IG:  https://www.instagram.com/angelabinghamofficial/     Podcast produced by http://clantoncreative.com

Rock N Roll Pantheon
Famous and Gravy: Best in Show (Fred Willard)

Rock N Roll Pantheon

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2023 61:18


Over the years he was a favorite among real-life talk-show hosts, making at least 50 guest appearances on “The Tonight Show.” He made an art of playing characters who are “gloriously out of their depth.” He appeared in more than 700 films and television movies and episodes over a half-century. He was nominated for Emmys for his roles on “Modern Family” and “Everybody Loves Raymond.” He was a frequent collaborator with the director Christopher Guest with iconic performances in ‘Waiting for Guffman,' ‘Best in Show,' and ‘A Mighty Wind.' Today's dead celebrity is Fred Willard. Famous & Gravy is created and co-hosted by Amit Kapoor and Michael Osborne. This episode was produced by Jacob Weiss and features a guest appearance from Saul Austerlitz. Sign up for our newsletter at famousandgravy.com and also enjoy our mobile quiz game at deadoraliveapp.com If you enjoyed this episode, you may also like Episode 39 “Super Funkhouser” (Bob Einstein) and Episode 46 “Love and OJ Jokes” (Norm Macdonald) . Transcript of this episode New York Times Obituary for Fred Willard Famous & Gravy official website Famous & Gravy on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter “Kind of a Big Deal” book about Anchorman by Saul Austerlitz 12 Unforgettable Fred Willard Film and TV Appearances Fred Willard scene from ‘Best in Show' “Wha' Happened?” clip from ‘A Mighty Wind' Fred Willard ‘Bold and the Beautiful' appearance Dead or Alive Quiz Game Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Famous & Gravy
Best in Show

Famous & Gravy

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2023 60:33


Over the years he was a favorite among real-life talk-show hosts, making at least 50 guest appearances on “The Tonight Show.” He made an art of playing characters who are “gloriously out of their depth.” He appeared in more than 700 films and television movies and episodes over a half-century. He was nominated for Emmys for his roles on “Modern Family” and “Everybody Loves Raymond.” He was a frequent collaborator with the director Christopher Guest with iconic performances in ‘Waiting for Guffman,' ‘Best in Show,' and ‘A Mighty Wind.' Today's dead celebrity is Fred Willard. Famous & Gravy is created and co-hosted by Amit Kapoor and Michael Osborne. This episode was produced by Jacob Weiss and features a guest appearance from Saul Austerlitz. Sign up for our newsletter at famousandgravy.com and also enjoy our mobile quiz game at deadoraliveapp.com If you enjoyed this episode, you may also like Episode 39 “Super Funkhouser” (Bob Einstein) and Episode 46 “Love and OJ Jokes” (Norm Macdonald) . Transcript of this episode New York Times Obituary for Fred Willard Famous & Gravy official website Famous & Gravy on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter “Kind of a Big Deal” book about Anchorman by Saul Austerlitz 12 Unforgettable Fred Willard Film and TV Appearances Fred Willard scene from ‘Best in Show' “Wha' Happened?” clip from ‘A Mighty Wind' Fred Willard ‘Bold and the Beautiful' appearance Dead or Alive Quiz Game Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Patrick Coffin Show | Interviews with influencers | Commentary about culture | Tools for transformation

Christopher Guest (Waiting for Guffman, This is Spinal Tap, Best In Show, A Mighty Wind) said, “When it comes to comedy, Tom Leopold has an extra gene. You may not know it, but he has probably made you laugh.” Harry Shearer (The Simpsons, NPR, This Is Spinal Tap) called him “a semi-precious stone in the crown of comedy,” appellations Leopold treasures. Indeed, he may well be one of the most prolific and successful comedy writers ever, having written for sitcoms in the US and the UK, material for Bob Hope, Lucille Ball, Jonathan Winters, Michael McKean, Chris Guest, Chevy Chase, et al. Raised Jewish, the natural raconteur was baptized and received into the Catholic Church at the Easter Vigil in 2011. The conservative-minded comedy writer and one-time actor has some fascinating insights into what we call the culture, especially important for the Covid-19 lockdown. In this episode you will learn Whether comedy is a skill you learn or must be born with How his father's storytelling tradition shaped young Tom's imagination What it's like to meet, and write jokes for, your heroes The time Vice President Mike Pence served him a coffee on Air Force Two enroute to Cleveland where Pence was set to give a talk written by Leopold The meaning of “comedy is tragedy plus time” and “death is easy, comedy is hard” How Jews and Catholics share a love of story Resources mentioned in this episode Episode 5 (wow!) of The Patrick Coffin Show with Tom Leopold about his conversion Jonathan Winters stand up act “The Talent Show.” Don Rickles at Ronald Reagan's 1985 inaugural ball Eddie Murphy's first Tonight Show appearance (1982). ******************************************************************* Support our work: https://www.patrickcoffin.media/donate Join our community of culture builders: www.coffinnation.com Telegram: https://t.me/patrickcoffinmedia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realpatrickcoffin/ BitChute: https://www.bitchute.com/channel/1NpgZJSoZaLJ/ Gab: https://gab.com/PatrickCoffin Brighteon: https://www.brighteon.com/channels/patrickcoffin ARE YOU TAKING YOUR IMMUNITY BOOSTER ALL-IN-ONE PILL FROM DC ZELENKO? GET IT HERE:

The Next Picture Show
#385: Play Time, Pt. 2 — Theater Camp

The Next Picture Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2023 71:01


Like its obvious predecessor WAITING FOR GUFFMAN, the new THEATER CAMP is an improv-heavy mockumentary about a cash-strapped theatrical operation — but in this case at least there's real talent in the mix, thanks to the many gifted child actors populating the AdirondACTS summer program for aspiring young performers. This leaves THEATER CAMP's adult cast, some of them former child actors themselves, free to lean into self-satirizing buffoonery while maintaining a degree of sincere admiration for theatrical weirdos everywhere. We dig into the ups and downs of that tonal balance in THEATER CAMP before comparing it to GUFFMAN's own blend of affection and condescension toward amateur theater, the people who make it, and the audiences who respond to it, as well as how the mockumentary style has evolved in the years separating the two films. And in Your Next Picture Show, we use the presence of Molly Gordon and Ayo Edebiri in THEATER CAMP as an excuse for a mini bonus episode on a recent season of TV that also features both: THE BEAR.  Please share your comments, thoughts, and questions about WAITING FOR GUFFMAN, THEATER CAMP, or anything else in the world of film, by sending an email to comments@nextpictureshow.net, or leaving a short voicemail at (773) 234-9730. Next Pairing: Greta Gerwig's BARBIE with Kevin Lima's ENCHANTED Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Next Picture Show
#384: Play Time, Pt. 1 — Waiting For Guffman

The Next Picture Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2023 52:46


The new Sundance favorite THEATER CAMP, which uses the mockumentary format to lovingly skewer amateurs pursuing their theatrical dreams, is clear in its homage to WAITING FOR GUFFMAN, a comedy whose own skewering of wannabe actor types is somewhat less loving. Our revisitation of Christopher Guest's 1996 film considers GUFFMAN's tricky tonal balance of satire and sincerity, along with the benefits and limitations of both its mockumentary format and improvisation-based filming style, and whether we should read condescension or admiration into Guest's portrayal of Corky St. Clair and the small town that adores him. And in Feedback we tackle a reading of ASTEROID CITY that we hadn't considered, courtesy of an astute listener.  Please share your comments, thoughts, and questions about WAITING FOR GUFFMAN, THEATER CAMP, or anything else in the world of film, by sending an email to comments@nextpictureshow.net, or leaving a short voicemail at (773) 234-9730. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Summers Off
Waiting for Guffman

Summers Off

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2023 83:48


It's Season 6 bay-bay! Who knew we'd make it 6 seasons?! Rach kicks off this summer with one of her top 5 faves and cult classic, Waiting for Guffman. Haven't seen it? Never heard of it? What's the matter with you?! Just kidding, but it's worth a rent especially if you're a fan of the Schitt's Creek cast. This week we talk all things mockumentary, the Christopher Guest experience, and community theater drama.   Buckle up for Season 6!  *Note: We recorded the first few episodes of this season before the passing of our daughter, Ophelia. While we considered editing it out, we were filled with such joy and it felt like we would be erasing that part of our journey. Projects like Summers Off provide us with a connection to our creative spirit and each other. Thank you for listening. This season is extra special.

Trylove
Episode 231: WAITING FOR GUFFMAN (1996)

Trylove

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2023 89:01


WAITING FOR GUFFMAN does something The Office and Parks and Recreation could not: It walks a line between mocking life in Blaine, Missouri, and memorializing it without getting all sentimental. In this episode, we cut away for a few talking head segments that dive into the mockumentary's pacing, focus, and empathy for the weirdos whose talent is outweighed by their desire to be somebody. “For The Love of Small-Town Community Theater” by Lucas Vonasek for Perisphere, the Trylon blog: https://www.perisphere.org/2023/06/09/for-the-love-of-small-town-community-theater/ “Sisyphus, Make Way for Corky's New Philosophy of Failure” by Veda Lawrence for Perisphere, the Trylon blog: https://www.perisphere.org/2023/06/09/sisyphus-make-way-for-corkys-new-philosophy-of-failure/ Parker Posey's deleted audition scene from WAITING FOR GUFFMAN: https://youtu.be/7jQ0SbWYdgQ “Waiting for Guffman movie review” by Roger Ebert: https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/waiting-for-guffman-1997 Get tickets to ALL HAIL PARKER POSEY (June 2023 at the Trylon): https://www.trylon.org/films/category/all-hail-parker-posey/ Follow us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/trylovepodcast and email us at trylovepodcast@gmail.com to get in touch! Buy tickets and support the Trylon at https://www.trylon.org/. Theme: "Raindrops" by Huma-Huma/"No Smoking" PSA by John Waters. Outro music composed by Harry Shearer, Christopher Guest, and Michael McKean and performed by Christopher Guest, Eugene Levy, Fred Willard, Catherine O'Hara, Parker Posey, and the Blaine Community Orchestra (Jean Fuller, Paul Robertson, Richard Macowell, Johnny Reno, Tracy Rosenkrans, Jeffery C.J. Vanston, and Tony Edwards) from the WAITING FOR GUFFMAN soundtrack. Timestamps 0:00 - Episode 231: WAITING FOR GUFFMAN (1996) 2:56 - The Patented Aaron Grossman Summary 3:59 - Our experiences in community theater 5:31 - The pointlessness-cum-pride of Blaine 15:27 - Poking fun without delving into the hateful 21:45 - How GUFFMAN skirts the cloying sentimentality of mockumentary TV series 33:34 - The dumbest, purest version of Waiting for Godot 44:51 - The inverse relationship of desire and talent 45:56 - The Junk Drawer 58:09 - Good Grief, Give Me a GIF! 1:04:33 - Cody's Noteys: Waiting for Prop-man (movie memorabilia trivia)

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Retro Movie Roundtable
Waiting for Guffman (1996)

Retro Movie Roundtable

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2023 93:26


RMR 0207: Special Guest, Matt Glidden, joins your hosts Chad Robinson and Dustin Melbardis for the Retro Movie Roundtable as they revisit Waiting for Guffman (1996) [R] Genre: Comedy, Mockumentary Starring: Christopher Guest, Eugene Levy, Fred Willard, Catherine O'Hara, Parker Posey, Lewis Arquette, Bob Balaban, Matt Keeslar, Brian Doyle-Murray, Michael Hitchcock, Larry Miller, David Cross, Linda Kash, Paul Benedict, Paul Dooley, Bob Odenkirk   Director: Christopher Guest Recorded on 2023-03-14

Le Show
Le Show For The Week Of April 2, 2023

Le Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2023 58:15


On this week's edition of Le Show Harry brings us “Unwigged & Unplugged”, a musical performance by himself, Michael McKean, and Christopher Guest. The trio performs original music that includes selections made famous by their alter-egos in This is Spinal Tap, Waiting for Guffman, and A Mighty Wind.

20 Years, 4 Beers
Episode 66 - "A Mighty Wind"

20 Years, 4 Beers

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2023 45:44


In this episode, we sit down for some more beer and movie talk to discuss 2003's indie comedy/musical, "A Mighty Wind," from the genius creators of some of our favorite mockumentary classics. This happy hour is even more fun because we get to talk about music as well as films and beer.Though we may not have both loved this film as a comedy, anything that allows us the chance to talk about this comedy group and "Waiting for Guffman" is worth at least an hour or two of our time!Thank you for listening, and for your support. Find us on Twitter @years_beers or head to 20years4beers.com for more podcast info.

Midnight Local
Is it okay to laugh at this?, Waiting for Guffman

Midnight Local

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2023 56:48


Improvisation, small town theater, the questionable humor of the 90s and learning to not think. Must be another Monday on Midnight Local. In this episode we are talking about Christopher Guest's Waiting for Guffman. More about the show: Twitch: http://bit.ly/2VsOi3d Twitter: http://bit.ly/H2DTwit Instagram: http://bit.ly/H2dIG YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MidnightLocal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why Are Dads?
Waiting for Guffman w. Woody Shticks

Why Are Dads?

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2023 73:56 Very Popular


Grab your Remains of the Day lunchboxes and join us down at the Dairy Queen! We're talking Waiting for Guffman with the wondrous Woody Shticks!You can find Woody Shticks on the Internet here!You Are Good is a feelings podcast about movies.More about the You're Wrong About tour here:https://linktr.ee/ywapodMore about Steady Bad Luckers here:https://linktr.ee/steadybadluckersYou can find us on Twitter, Instagram, Patreon and Apple Plus.This episode was made possible by your support! Thanks to everybody who supports us on Patreon and Apple Plus.And thanks to .gay and Queer Candle Company for supporting this episode!Multitude handles our ad sales!The Music of You Are Good, Vol. 1 is here.You can find producer Carolyn Kendrick's music here. She's also on Twitter.Miranda Zickler edited this episode!Fresh Lesh produces the beats for our episodes.Liz Climo designed our logo!

The Remedial Film Class Podcast
Waiting for Guffman (1996) (with Mini_Megz)

The Remedial Film Class Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2023 100:02


Twitch personality Mini_Megz is back to show all three guys a new movie we missed along the way: Waiting for Guffman. It is like Spinal Tap but about community theater. In Missouri. And the guys are here for it! And there are aliens. So many aliens. And it only gets weirder from there. Guys... this is probably the funniest (and funnest) episode yet! And after the episode, check out the Extra Credit Discussion group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/remedialfilmpod Did you know we are now on YouTube? Find extra video goodies and subscribe at https://www.youtube.com/c/RemedialFilmClassPodcast Theme song recorded by The Hungry Sevens, featuring Shawnee Houlihan.

Superiority Complex
Episode 440 - Sardonically Irreverent

Superiority Complex

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2023 120:19


This week we discuss the 2023 Rock n' Roll Hall of Fame Nominees and our Digital Movie Club pick, Waiting for Guffman (1997).

Double Threat with Julie Klausner & Tom Scharpling
The January Oscars (with Matt Zoller Seitz)

Double Threat with Julie Klausner & Tom Scharpling

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2023 143:25


Tom and Julie are joined by film critic Matt Zoller Seitz to celebrate the best in Dump Month cinema and honor the movies that the studios don't care if you see or not... it's the January Oscars! Nominees include Cabin Boy, M3GAN, Waiting for Guffman, Bio-dome, Scanners, Tremors, and other movies theatrically released in the month of January! Plus hot takes on this year's actual Oscar nominations! MZS.PRESS: THE ARTS BOOKSTORE OF THE INTERNET https://mzs.press JOIN FOREVER DOG PLUS FOR VIDEO EPISODES, AD-FREE EPISODES, & BONUS CONTENT: http://foreverdog.plus JOIN THE DOUBLE THREAT FAN GROUPS: *Discord https://discord.com/invite/PrcwsbuaJx *Reddit https://www.reddit.com/r/doublethreatfriends *Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/doublethreatfriends DOUBLE THREAT MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/double-threat TOTALLY EFFED UP T-SHIRTS https://www.teepublic.com/user/dttfu SEND SUBMISSIONS TO: DoubleThreatPod@gmail.com FOLLOW DOUBLE THREAT: https://twitter.com/doublethreatpod https://www.instagram.com/doublethreatpod DOUBLE THREAT IS A FOREVER DOG PODCAST: https://foreverdogpodcasts.com/podcasts/double-threat Theme song by Mike Krol Artwork by Michael Kupperman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Art of Fatherhood Podcast
Paul Dooley Talks Fatherhood, New Book & Being The Dad In Hollywood 

The Art of Fatherhood Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2023 32:53


Paul Dooley and I talk about his fatherhood journey. We discuss how tough it was on him when his first two kids were hidden from him. We talk about their reunion and the relationships they have now. In addition, we talk about Paul being typecast as a dad in Hollywood. After that we talk about his book, Movie Dad Finding Myself and My Family, On Screen and Off. Next, we talk about how open and honest he was in this book and what he hopes people will take away from it. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five.  About Paul Dooley  Paul Dooley has been an actor for sixty-five years on film, TV, and the stage and has appeared in hundreds of movies, shows, and plays. Unquestionably, he is best known for his roles as the father in Breaking Away, Sixteen Candles, and Run Away Bride. Besides those movies, other films include Hairspray, Insomnia, Strange Brew, and Wating for Guffman. In addition, his TV roles include The Good Doctor, Modern Family, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Grey's Anatomy, thirtysomething, My So-Called Life, and Star Trek. Follow Paul on Twitter at @thepauldooley. In addition, pick up his book wherever you purchase books. It is called Movie Dad Finding Myself and My Family, On Screen and Off. Athletic Brewing Company Is This Week's Sponsor Athletic Brewing Company is pioneering a brewing revolution. They are a non-alcoholic beer company dedicated to making great-tasting craft brews. Athletic Brewing is headquartered in Milford, CT. Its lineup of innovative near beers allows you to enjoy the taste and experience of refreshing craft brews without sacrificing your performance, passions, or good taste. They're fit for all times, made for all palates, and enjoyed by anyone who loves great craft brews. Whether you're looking to cut out alcohol for life or just for a night, you shouldn't have to sacrifice your ability to be at your best. Right now, NEW Athletic customers can receive 20% off their FIRST order of TWO 6-packs or more. Visit athleticbrewing.com and use the code ART20 at checkout by March 31, 2023. About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast  The Art of Fatherhood Podcast podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.

Maximum Film!
Episode 262: 'Honk for Jesus, Save Your Soul.' with Angelique Jackson

Maximum Film!

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2022 60:24 Very Popular


We've had our eye on this one from its premiere at Sundance (!). Now, Adamma Ebo's mockumentary, starring Sterling K. Brown and Regina Hall, has hit theaters and Peacock, with a period in its title and a lot more than pearl Prada on its mind.Later, we'll nominate mockumentaries to the Hall of Excellence.What's GoodAlonso - Gratitude for the people in his life that let him rest and recuperate Drea - Justice for Selena Gomez's deadpan on OMITBAngelique - Fall Festival SeasonIfy - A/C scienceITIDICThat Famous Nicole Kidman AMC Ad is Getting a SequelLast Saturday was “National Cinema Day” in the USChris “Ludacris” Bridges and Lil Rel Howery Are Making a Christmas Movie for Disney+Hall of Excellence Nominees - Vote on FacebookWaiting for Guffman (1996)Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping (2016)Drop Dead Gorgeous (1999)The Other Side of the Wind (2018, technically)Staff PicksSupport the Girls (2018)A Face in the Crowd (1957)The Best Man (1999)The House (2022)Other Honk for Jesus linksEbo's short film versionAngelique's interview with the castEveryPlateGet your first box for just $1.49 per meal by going to EveryPlate.com and entering code maxfilm149. With:Ify NwadiweDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeAngelique JacksonProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher