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On this week's episode, we welcome back Nick Wiger (Doughboys, Get Played) to kick off MaxFunDrive and chat about cruise appeal, Self-driving cars, karaoke drama, and so much more!Become a MaxFun member today or upgrade your membership!Listen to Get Played!Listen to the Dooughboys!Live Jordan, Jesse, Go! in Chicago at Sleeping Village on April 11th!Jordan's new Spider-Man's comic is out now!Pre-order Jordan's new Godzilla comic! Send us your niche Subreddits for MaxFunDrive jjgo [at] maximumfun.orgJordan will be at C2E2 and WonderCon this year. Be sure to get our new ‘Ack Tuah' shirt in the Max Fun store.Or, grab an ‘Ack Tuah' mug!The Maximum Fun Bookshop!Follow the podcast on Instagram and send us your dank memes!Check out Jesse's thrifted clothing store, Put This On.Follow brand new producer, Steven Ray Morris, on Instagram.Listen to See Jurassic Right!MaxFunDrive ends on March 28, 2025! Support our show now and get access to bonus content by becoming a member at maximumfun.org/join. MaxFunDrive ends on March 28, 2025! Support our show now and get access to bonus content by becoming a member at maximumfun.org/join.
Allan and Nick Wiger (Doughboys, Get Played) climb steep stairs and enjoy the scenic experience that is Baldwin Hills Overlook. They talk public transit, video games, and the benefits of walking. LINKS: Discover Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook! - Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Holy hell! Kick us into a pit, we've reached Episode 300! Nick Wiger (Doughboys) joins us to celebrate almost six years of this show by getting blocked by a right-wing-leaning account for telling them straight up that their hero died jacking off. Thankfully we don't die on this episode as we debut our brand-new theme song (thanks to the wonderful Howell Dawdy) and get into the Despicable Me/Minions franchise, which of course, leads to a wide-ranging Rule 34 discussion. It wouldn't be Episode 300 without it. Plus, Wiger details how a book has helped him mostly quit social media, JD Vance brags that he's starting the new Entourage, and our friend Josiah has some fun with the entire country of Australia thanks to a Bluey tattoo tweet. If you wanted to get a tattoo of our show...please don't. But! That probably means you are a big fan, and you should maybe think about donating to us over at patreon.com/blockedparty, where $5/month gets you access to THREE bonus episodes every month! This week, Lane Moore rejoins the show for another instalment of Word Up!, where we find the worst that Cameo [dot] com has to offer. It's a great time and you won't wanna miss it. We also have ad-free episodes, a Discord, and more, so donate today! Nick Wiger is a podcaster whose two pods, Doughboys and Get Played, are available now wherever you get your podcasts. This episode is available in video format on our YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dan Black (@danblackattack, Last Improv Show) and Nick Wiger (Doughboys, Get Played) join gabrus for the first-ever H&M Livestream to talk man bags.Check out gabrus' other podcast, Action Boyz at actionboyz.biz.Catch 101 Places to Party Before You Die now streaming on Max.Shout out to our sponsors Nord VPN & Manscaped for sponsoring this episode.Get an exclusive NordVPN deal at nordvpn.com/MIGHTY It's risk-free with Nord's 30-day money-back guarantee!Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code MIGHTY at Manscaped.com. Embrace a new you, and definitely embrace a new trimmer – courtesy of Manscaped.Advertise on High & Mighty 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.
Writer and comedian Nick Wiger (Doughboys, Get Played) joins to discuss Christopher Nolan's biopic OPPENHEIMER starring Cillian Murphy, Emily Blunt, Matt Damon and Robert Downey Jr. One of 2023's most highly-anticipated films, OPPENHEIMER chronicles the life and times of the father of the atomic bomb, J. Robert Oppenheimer, from his early days at Cambridge, to his spearheading the Manhattan Project at Los Alamos, the fateful Trinity test, to facing scrutiny at the peak of Cold War paranoia. Written and directed by Nolan in his road-tested non-linear style, OPPENHEIMER is an epic of uncommon intimacy and intelligence positioned as a summer blockbuster- not to mention half of the phenomenally successful "Barbenheimer Weekend" at the box office. Join our discussion of OPPENHEIMER along with diversions into incel inventors, moviegoing cosplay, the WGA/SAG strike and much, much more!
Giant talking gorillas, lasers, and volcanoes are all a part of the insanity that is Congo. Nick Wiger (Doughboys) joins Paul, June, and Jason (via computer magic) to ask important questions such as: What are communication lasers? What's the deal with Dr. Peter's strangely erotic relationship with Amy the gorilla? And why is Tim Curry's character even there? Grab yourself a piece of sesame cake and tune in! (Originally released 10/09/2013)For more Matinee Monday content, visit Paul's YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/c/PaulScheerGo to www.hdtgm.com for tour dates, merch, and more.Follow Paul on Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/HDTGM Discord: discord.gg/hdtgmPaul's Discord: https://discord.gg/paulscheerCheck out Paul and Rob Huebel live on Twitch (https://www.twitch.tv/friendzone) every Thursday 8-10pm ESTSubscribe to The Deep Dive with Jessica St. Clair and June Diane Raphael here: listen.earwolf.com/deepdiveSubscribe to Unspooled with Paul Scheer and Amy Nicholson here: listen.earwolf.com/unspooledCheck out The Jane Club over at www.janeclub.comCheck out new HDTGM merch over at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/hdtgmWhere to find Jason, June & Paul:@PaulScheer on Instagram & Twitter@Junediane on IG and @MsJuneDiane on TwitterJason is not on Twitter
Nick Wiger (Doughboys, Get Played Pod) joins us to weigh in on my personal news and then talk about growing up in Lake Forest, his lack of sentimentality, playing in a ska band, quitting said ska band, wishing he hadn't been enrolled in so many activities as a kid, choosing UCLA on a whim, his relationship with his family, his career path, career regrets, meeting his wife, woodwinds, @midnight, spicy foods and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone and answered your questions. Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen [powerpress] Download the episode from iTunes. This episode is brought to you by: STORYWORTH: http://storyworth.com/bestfriend (for $10 off) BETTERHELP: http://BetterHelp.com/BESTFRIEND (use code BESTFRIEND for 10% off) Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) https://amzn.to/2JuOqcd You probably need to buy the HGFY ringtone! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
HBD to the King! Nick Wiger (Doughboys, Get Played) joins Agata and Anastasia to discuss this wild NBA season. Nick shares his feelings about the Lakers' season so far, his year of vegetarianism, and postponing live shows. The gang also chats LeBron, All Star voting, Mario, Frank Vogel, yogurt, Jokic, spotting celebs, bagels, Waluigi's height, fake chicken nuggets, Sephiroth, Sue Bird, and Dirk's multi-ball statue. Would the gang eat the Rockets' fruit loops hot dog? Find out in this episode!
Nick Wiger (Doughboys) is back! Jon Gabrus makes his debut! Alison reveals something about a certain interaction she and Daniel keep having and a detailed script she gave to Daniel for future instances and she KNOWS this makes her look bad. Gabrus went camping and was left with one gigantic shoe. Wiger is finding vegetarianism to have some disappointing side effects. Plus pumpkin patches, step counts, reality shows, camporees, jamborees and more. And we did a round of Just Me Or Everyone! Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen This episode is brought to you by: BETTER HELP: http://BetterHelp.com/BESTFRIEND (use code BESTFRIEND for 10% off) BEV: http://drinkbev.com/bestfriend (use code best friend for 20% off your first purchase and free shipping) Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) https://amzn.to/2JuOqcd You probably need to buy the HGFY ringtone! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
Looking for the best comedy podcasts? Earwolf Presents showcases our talented hosts and our favorite episodes from the Earwolf universe! Let us surprise you! Here is How Did This Get Played? Heather Anne Campbell (The Twilight Zone, Whose Line is it Anyway?) and Nick Wiger (Doughboys, I Love You America) love video games so much and together they are playing the worst AND weirdest games ever made with their funniest friends to get down to the fundamental question: How Did This Get Played? This episode sees Heather, Nick, and producer Matt deep dive on Death Stranding. They talk about the satisfaction that comes from making deliveries, get into the weirdness of Hideo Kojima, making weapons with your bodily fluids, and more. Find us at @earwolf anywhere you listen to podcasts www.earwolf.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nick Wiger (Doughboys! How Did This Get Played! @nickwiger!) joins Kevin and Caroline to talk about the 1986 Christian metal anthem To Hell With The Devil by Stryper!PATREON!Subscribe to our Patreon to get a weekly 2nd Service episode and become a "Patreon saint" ;)GCF - Second Service Patreon!CHARITY:This month we're matching iTunes reviews with donations to My Refuge House! They need our support right now so please give! Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and we'll match it with $1. 3000 reviews = $3000 donated!Advertise on Good Christian Fun via Gumball.fmPrivacy Policy and California Privacy Notice.
Saluton, estas mi Tyson Saner and I am your host this week for Epi259 of Succotash, the Comedy Soundcast Soundcast. Thank you for joining me. Did you happen to catch last week's episode hosted by my co-host and every-other-show-host Marc Hershon? It was called "Mixin' Up A Mess O'Soundcasts" and featured clips from soundcasts Did You Get My Text?, Left-Handed Radio, May Contain Nuts, Stay F. Homekins, and a mini-clip from The Midnight Miracle. He also featured a clip from a recent Jock Doc Podcast in which he guest-starred. That episode of Succotash is still available to listen to on Apple and Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, and several other listening platforms so why not check it out when you get the chance? It's worth your time. This week, I've got clips for you from soundcasts Self Esteem Party, Conversation For Adults, and Comedy Bang Bang...and since it's now officially Summer, we're brought to you by Henderson's Pants Wake Island Abbreviated Trousers. I can't think of a single reason to delay the proceedings any further so…on with the clips! CLIPS Self Esteem Party They call themselves "the perfect blend of comedy and honesty. Each week Alana Johnston interviews one of her showbiz pals and dives right into the core of who they are in this hilarious and painfully real podcast that explores all things Self Esteem." Our clip is from their episode from March 16, 2021, with guest Nick Wiger (Doughboys, How Did This Get Played?) talking about phone-free Sundays, Alana's text anxiety and how Nick is now best friends with Alana's dad! Conversation For Adults Culture-critic Jimi Izrael rediscovers America by talking to people you may or may not know, about everything. What comes up, comes out. Lots of fun. No filter. We're featuring a clip with guest Andy Kindler (a past Succotash guest - Epi55: Noshin' with Andy Kindler). Comedy Bang Bang: The Podcast Join host Scott Aukerman (Comedy Bang! Bang! on IFC, Mr. Show) for a weekly podcast that blends conversation and character work from today's funniest comedians. While Scott begins by traditionally interviewing the celebrities, the open-door policy means an assortment of eccentric oddballs can pop by at any moment to chat, compete in games, and engage in comic revelry. Our clip is from just back around the corner: June 21st of 2021, when director Edgar Wright returned along with Ron and Russell Mael of the band Sparks to talk to Scott all about their new documentary The Sparks Brothers. If you wouldn't mind reviewing and rating us wherever that is possible you would be doing us the greatest of favors because it helps people find us. How did YOU find us? Did someone recommend us to you? Did you click on us out of curiosity because we were on the same page as something else you were looking for? Another option that I can't think of at the moment? Anyway, "tune in" to our next episode which should be #260 and "see" what Marc Hershon cooks up for you. Thank you for listening, Be Decent To Each Other, and if someone ask you if you've heard anything interesting lately would you mind telling them about us? We would really appreciate it. It's what we mean when we say "Please, Pass The Succotash". — Tyson Saner
Nick Wiger (Doughboys, How Did This Get Played, Earth to Ned) chats with David, Dan and Matt about Singin' In The Rain, maybe the greatest American movie musical ever made. Topics include Donald O'Connor's movie-stealing performance, Stanley Donen's quietly stellar track record and Gene Kelly's fabulous ass. And hey, a guest! Our first guest! Look at that!Matt recommends: Two For The Road, available for rent or purchase on all major streaming platforms.David recommends: Cat's Don't Dance, available for rent or purchase on all major streaming platforms.Dan recommends: Footlight Parade, available for rent or purchase on all major streaming platforms.Nick recommends: Airplane! available to stream on the Starz app and available for rent or purchase on all major streaming platforms.
We talk about the 2009 DS game "The Clique: Diss and Make Up" with writer and podcaster Nick Wiger (Doughboys, How Did This Get Played). Plus, a lot about Princess Diana's death for some reason? LINKS:GLU PatreonGLU TwitterGLU InstagramOur merchOur theme song is by Leggy.Girls Like Us is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. You can find more outstanding podcasts to subscribe to atFrolic.media/podcasts!
This week Kelly and Katai are joined by friend of the pod Nick Wiger (Doughboys, How Did This Get Played, Earth to Ned) to discuss BROG THE STOOP by Joe Boyle. They talk impenetrable fantasy vocabulary, super hot mantis elves, their favorite character Planimal, and Wiger helps Kelly and Katai reverse their previous stance on genocide (they are now against it). Rock 'N Flowers: https://youtu.be/EDtBQjmbdHM SUBSCRIBE TO THE TEEN CREEPS PATREON to get bonus episodes, merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/teencreeps CONNECT W/ TEEN CREEPS: https://twitter.com/teencreepspod https://www.instagram.com/teencreepspod https://www.facebook.com/teencreepspod BUY TEEN CREEPS MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/teen-creeps TEEN CREEPS IS A FOREVER DOG PODCAST https://foreverdogpodcasts.com/podcasts/teen-creeps *All creepy opinions expressed are those of the hosts and guests. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nick Wiger (Doughboys, How Did This Get Played, Earth to Ned) joins me on cOw today to mark out! We talk Nick's love of the Los Angeles independent wrestling scene. Nick's preference of AEW over WWE. And we breakdown the AEW ALL OUT card top to bottom. Plus, we talk a little fast food cause why not? Check out Dan's pro wrestling stand up special at www.AdultWrestlingFan.com Support the pod and get bonus eps at www.patreon.com/comediansofwrestling
Nick Wiger (Doughboys, How Did This Get Played?) joins the pod to talk Dave & Buster’s. We also discuss the many fine dining and shopping options at Lakewood Center in Lakewood, CA, the tense relationship between the Grove and Access Hollywood, and which celeb you just might find at an Orange Julius.FOLLOW NICK:https://twitter.com/nickwigerhttps://www.instagram.com/nickwiger/FOLLOW MALL TALK:https://www.instagram.com/malltalkpodhttps://twitter.com/malltalkpodJOIN THE MALL TALK PATREON:https://www.patreon.com/malltalkpod/BUY MALL TALK MERCH:https://www.teepublic.com/stores/malltalkpodcast
Listeners all around the world know Nick Wiger from his work as the co-host of Doughboys — a popular podcast about chain restaurants — and a video game podcast called How Did This Get Played?, along with his off-mic career as a television writer. Long before "The Burger Boy" was making a living with his fast-food musings, the SoCal surfer dude was immersed in music. As members of the Burger Brigade have probably heard, Nick "Double Reed" Wiger spent much of his youth playing in school bands and orchestras. Recently, My First Band host Tyler Maas reached out to Wiger to talk about his surprisingly extensive musical history. After discussing a Bucks-Lakers NBA Finals that probably won't happen this year, Wiger opened up about playing the clarinet as a child, his motivation for moving to saxophone and bassoon as a teen, experiences at summer band camp, and his short tenure in some Orange County ska punk bands during high school. Before episode's end, Wiger also talked about writing comedic compositions like "The Original Monster Mash" (a.k.a. "The Monster Fuck") and "Gungan Style" for Funny Or Die and the unexpectedly prevalent role music plays in Doughboys. My First Band is sponsored by Mystery Room Mastering. The show is edited by Jared Blohm. You can listen to My First Band on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify and wherever else you get podcasts. Music used in this show comes courtesy of Devils Teeth (“The Junction Street Eight Tigers”) and Nick Wiger ("The Original Monster Mash").
Kevin sits down with Nick Wiger (Doughboys! How Did This Get Played!) to talk all about the technical craft of hosting, doing conflict on air, and what the value of writing for television in light of podcast success.
Brian is joined by the fantastic Nick Wiger (Doughboys, How Did This Get Played) to get a little messy with Peter Jackson's Dead Alive (a.k.a. Braindead).The guys discuss the art buried under the gore, the sleeve-worn influences, and how this very well have been the movie that taught Jackson how to shoot hobbits. They also get (Yahoo) serious, visit a Hungry Jack, and play a thrilling round of, "Is It the 50s or Just New Zealand." If you would download and share this episode, that would really kick ass (for the lord)!
In a shocking turn of events, Nicole and Lauren are now Star Wars heads? Phantom Menace stan Nick Wiger (Doughboys, How Did This Get Played) joins them to recounts the historical hype for Ep. I, Liam Neeson's rumored huge dick, lightsaber continuity between trilogies, and their love/hate for the new CG look of the series. Plus, the girls rank the all Star Wars films they've seen so far.Be sure to check out Nick's other Headgum podcast - Doughboys.Like this show? Rate Newcomers 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts and write in the review what Star Wars media you'd like us to cover.Sources for this episode:The Phantom Menace WookieepediaRoger Ebert ReviewRolling Stone ReviewThe Phantom Menace Production Facts
HBD LBJ! Nick Wiger (Doughboys, How Did This Get Played?) joins Agata and Anastasia to watch the Lakers face off with the Trail Blazers. Nick gives his All Star picks, mourns the loss of McDonald's at Staples Center, and names which Laker he'd kiss. The gang discusses the Christmas day NBA games, speculates about the spankings LeBron gave Kuzma, and listens to a 90s Blazers radio hit. Will Nick agree to wear short shorts? Gotta listen, Baby New Year!
Podcast legend Nick Wiger (Doughboys, How Did This Get Played) accepts the mission as he and the Queens run "Mission Impossible: Fallout" through the ringer! Any movie with Tom Cruise and Henry Cavill in a bathroom stall has got to be pretty gay, right? THE NUMBERS WILL TELL!Produced by Alec SarcheMusic by Danny CohenArtwork by Connie ShinTechnical Support by Mike RennieTwitter: @twooldqueensInstagram @twooldqueens See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
We're back, y'all! This week Brodie & Zig are gettin' spooky with America's sweet heart Nick Wiger (Doughboys, How Did This Get Played) as they dive head first in to the Junji Ito classic Uzumaki! Follow us Twitter at @darkweebpod Follow us on Instagram at @darkweebpod Got a show you'd like for us to check out? Email us darkweebpod@gmail.com with your questions, comments, of suggestions! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thedarkweeb/support
Heather Anne Campbell (The Twilight Zone, Whose Line is it Anyway?) and Nick Wiger (Doughboys, I Love You America) love video games. Together, they are playing the very worst and weirdest games ever made with their funniest friends to get down to this fundamental question: How Did This Get Played? Coming to Earwolf June 24th.
Mike Mitchell and Nick Wiger (Doughboys, I Love You America, Love,) join Jordan and Jesse for a discussion of the three distinct phases of the frozen yogurt craze that has swept America for the last two decades, the idea that really hard, poorly designed video games based on popular franchises hurt children's self esteem in the 80's and 90's, and the importance of context when discussing swimming prowess or showering with others. Plus, everyone brainstorms some ideas for 2019 slogans that will get us pumped up to take on the new year. Make sure to vote for your favorite! And come see Bubble and JJGo and The Doughboys at SF Sketchfest!
Get your tickets for Struggle Session live in at bit.ly/seshla Now with fixed audio! On our very special double-sized 100th episode we're joined by Nick Wiger (Doughboys) to discuss post-comedy, the anonymous White House columnist, and Nick's very weird ranking of the Star Wars films. After that take a deep dive into the Final Fantasy series. Moogles, summons, Kefka, we cover it all! Cop that Struggle Session T-Shirt at https://www.prowrestlingtees.com/strugglesession
THE GRAND FINALE. Nick Wiger (Doughboys, I Love You, America) joins us to once again talk parking garages.Sector 19 consists of:Curious George ParkingJurassic ParkingE.T. ParkingWoody Woodpecker ParkingFrankenstein ParkingKing Kong ParkingNew shirts! On sale now!https://www.teepublic.com/stores/podcast-the-rideFOLLOW PODCAST: THE RIDEhttps://twitter.com/podcasttheridehttps://www.instagram.com/podcasttheridePODCAST: THE RIDE IS A FOREVER DOG PODCASThttp://foreverdogproductions.com/fdpn/podcasts/podcast-the-ride
Hear the full episode at http://www.patreon.com/strugglesession On our very special double-sized 100th episode we're joined by Nick Wiger (Doughboys) to discuss post-comedy, the anonymous White House columnist, and Nick's very weird ranking of the Star Wars films. After that take a deep dive into the Final Fantasy series. Moogles, summons, Kefka, we cover it all!
Nick Wiger (Doughboys, I Love You America) is on the show to gush about the love for his wife, learn about Nicole's green card marriage, and talk about responses they get from horny Doughboy fans. Also stay tuned for Nicole's more recent Tinder stories, and Nick shares the time he saw the most boobs at once.You can play along and see Nicole's Tinder bio and photos on her Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/pg/NicoleByerComedyBe sure to rate Why Won't You Date Me 5-stars on Apple Podcasts. Leave a dirty comment for a chance have it read on-air.Follow Nicole Byer:Tour Dates: nicolebyerwastaken.com/tourdatesTwitter: @nicolebyerInstagram: @nicolebyerFacebook: www.facebook.com/nicolebyercomedy
"Problematic" does not BEGIN to describe Irving E Cox Jr's urtext of the men's rights movement-- "Love Story" (1956)-- a paranoid nightmare about the supposed feminization of postwar American culture that posits the insane and unnecessary question... What if first wave feminism is just the first step to a tyrannical dictatorship in which men are treated as sex slaves? It's a miserable read but a joy to interrupt as Kelly, Katai, and special guest Nick Wiger (Doughboys) groan, sigh, and scream their way through Cox's first draft of undergraduate misogyny and basic ass sci fi tropes, including "the morals squad" and "the compound" and "bachelor camps." There's a reason why Irving E. Cox Jr doesn't even have a Wikipedia page. Find out why when you listen to this unforgettable installment of Public Domain Theater.Follow Public Domain Theater on Instagram and Twitterhttp://twitter.com/publicdomainpodhttp://instagram.com/publicdomainpodPublic Domain Theater is a Forever Dog Podcasthttp://foreverdogproductions.com/fdpn/podcasts/public-domain-theater/
Fasten your seat belts as we head to the most magical parking garage on Earth. Are the parking spaces good? Are the escalators bad? Listen and find out! W/ special guest Nick Wiger (Doughboys, @Midnight).
Host Kumail Nanjiani (Silicon Valley, Portlandia, and Adventure Time) discusses the making of his film The Big Sick and tests his mettle in our X-Files quiz. The laughs continue as guest Nick Wiger (Doughboys podcast and writer for @midnight) sermonizes on California fast food before a debate on the merits of Rogue One breaks out.
Nick Wiger (Doughboys, Comedy Bang! Bang!) joins Alan to talk about why he stopped performing, why it’s "unfun" to write comedy about politics, and how he left a job for a sitcom that was cancelled before it was written. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Doughboys is an extremely popular podcast. On it, hosts Nick Wiger and Mike Mitchell discuss chain restaurants, while also chopping it up with different weekly guests, many of who are comedians. Doughboys is kind of a food podcast and kind of a comedy podcast. And it's a lot of fun to listen to. It's perfect because who doesn't have strong opinions about chain restaurants like Taco Bell, Cheesecake Factory, Olive Garden, Arby's, and Outback Steakhouse? Avid Doughboys listeners have noticed ska pop up on the show occasionally. That's because Nick has a ska past. So, we brought him on the show to discuss it. When he was a teenager, he played sax in an Orange County ska band called My Other Brother Darryl (A Newhart reference). Nick also went to high school with Reel Big Fish members Tavis Werts (Trumpet) and Danny Regan (Trombone), so he got to witness Reel Big Fish's rise to the mainstream from a unique, inside angle. We talk about this, and the various ska bands he likes (No Doubt, Let's Go Bowling, Save Ferris, Aquabats) and find out what the chances are of him ever attending a ska show again. We also talk about how Mighty Mighty Bosstones frontman Dicky Barrett nearly appeared on Doughboys, Nick's history on the clarinet, bassoon, and saxophone, and we determine what is the official ska fast food. Plus, we talk about Taco Bravo (our favorite shitty restaurant, located in San Jose, CA), Nick's love/hate relationship with Jack In The Box, and Comedy Bang Bang host Scott Aukerman's ska connections. We break down a few Funny or Die skits Nick made back when he worked there (The Monster Fuck, Jar Jar Binks Gungan style). We also talk about Pears' love for Doughboys (And their connection to ska band, Bad Operation), and go into detail about PUP's brilliant performance on a Doughboy's livestream: a food parody version of their song “Reservoir.” Plus, we make a plea to former IDOS guest Jordan Morris to take Nick to a ska show. Help us Jordan. You're our only hope! If you'd like to support us and listen to early access, ad-free episodes with bonus content, check out our Patreon! If you like our theme song, go download the EP Lives by Slow Gherkin. They wrote the opening and closing songs for our podcast. You can get both tunes from their Lives EP. Also, check out Dan P and the Bricks two LPs. They provided the mid-roll ad transition music. Support the In Defense host Aaron Carnes by purchasing a copy of his book, In Defense of Ska. The 2nd, expanded edition of In Defense of Ska will release in May 2024. Co-host Adam Davis has a band called Omnigone. Their latest record, Against The Rest released on March 31, 2023. The In Defense of Ska editor Chris Reeves runs a record label called Ska Punk International. They have new releases coming out all the time. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy