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Our Season Finale guest is Rachel Dratch, a comedy LEGEND who was a cast member of Saturday Night Live from 1999-2006, during which she developed and performed such iconic characters as Debbie Downer, “The Love-ahs” with Will Ferrell, and the Boston teen Denise "Zazu" McDenna. (And she still pops up there from time to time to play Senator Amy Klobuchar.) She's appeared in countless TV shows including The King of Queens, Frasier, 30 Rock, and Broad City, and in films including Down with Love, Wine Country, and A Clüsterfünke Christmas which she co-wrote with her co-star and fellow SNL alum Ana Gasteyer.Rachel has starred in several Broadway shows, earning her two Tony nominations, the first for POTUS in 2022, and the second just this year in The Rocky Horror Show which she's starring in now. She is also the author of the memoir Girl Walks into a Bar...: Comedy Calamities, Dating Disasters, and a Midlife Miracle, and she's the host of the supernatural podcast, Woo Woo with Rachel Dratch. On this episode, Rachel discusses the occult aspects of improv, the inspiration behind her most iconic sketch characters, and the importance of staying open to magic.Pam also talks about bewitching comedy guru Del Close, and answers a listener question about forging one's own eclectic spiritual path.Check out the video of this episode over on YouTube (and please like and subscribe to the channel while you're at it!)Our sponsors for this episode are Witchspace, Weiser Books, Blessed Be Magick, BetterHelp, and Mithras Candle.We also have print-on-demand merch like Witch Wave shirts, sweatshirts, totes, stickers, and mugs available now here, and all sorts of other bewitching goodies available in the Witch Wave shop.And if you want more Witch Wave, please consider supporting us on Patreon to get access to detailed show notes, bonus Witch Wave Plus episodes, Pam's monthly online rituals, and more! That's patreon.com/witchwave
Donna & Steve open the show talking about the musical acts performing at the Minnesota State Fair, how Woody from Toy Story apparently has a last name and why soccer fans are being paid $50K to watch the FIFA World Cup in Times Square.In hour 2, the "2026 Billboard #1s" edition the College of Pop Culture Knowledge, Jon Bon Jovi says he's fully healed after four years of health troubles and America's cheapest pizza chain.Finally, Donna finished Widow's Bay on Apple TV, Guillermo from Jimmy Kimmel Live! is going to be on Dancing with the Stars and we find out the Soup of the Day!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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We are having our Friday today, on a Thursday. It’s filled with weird tales of trading kids for monkeys, chugging ranch, and the taste of the first taco. We hear how Rachel Dratch brought back her Debbie Downer character in epic fashion, we have a Gen Z version of Can’t Beat Cassiday, and move Rage Friday to today. We play a Bit/Bard Beatles game and geek out over what a couple of kids found in nature. Support the show and follow us here Twitter, Insta, Apple, Amazon, Spotify and the Edge! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Looks like we should stay dry today with no rain in the forecast. A bit warmer than yesterday, too. It's "Hypothetical Thursday", so we asked each other hypothetical questions. Brian's question for Jean was: "If you were going to bury a time capsule that won't be opened for 250 years, what would you put in it?" And Jean's question for Brian was: "Do you have any recurring dreams or nightmares that you remember from your youth?" Office Cora joined us just after 8am to talk about what she's up to in the 715 this weekend. In the news this morning, the latest on the deadly shooting at a hospital in Delaware earlier this week, Rachel Dratch pulls out the "Debbie Downer" character during a commencement speech, an actress from "The Ring" and "Lilo & Stitch" passes away, In sports, the Brewers beat the Guardians again last night, Team USA is set to take on Australia tomorrow in World Cup action, the Knicks will be the first NBA Championship team to visit President Trump at the White House, the Vegas Golden Knights & the Toronto Maple Leafs announce their new head coaches, and the college baseball World Series match-up is set! Tom Hanks recently learned that Woody from "Toy Story" has a last name, we talked about what's on the TV today/tonight, the new "Spiderman" trailer dropped yesterday and we also got a look at some of the Spidey popcorn buckets. And if you've got a bunch of money, you can go to the Sphere in Vegas to see "Rocky Horror Picture Show" in the near future. Elsewhere in sports, an Olympic athlete collapses at a recent event, Travis Kelce admits to confusing Warren Buffet with Jimmy Buffet, and the MLB Pride caps continue to be an issue for some people. Cool story about a kid who just found a REALLY ancient Viking sword(not sure if he held it above his head and shouted "I HAVE THE POWER"!!!), and check out this great grandmother who just saw video from her wedding that was recently found. And in today's edition of "Bad News with Happy Music", we had teens in California riding E-bikes through a Walmart, a guy who was experimenting with some homemade fireworks and it didn't go so well, and a guy who's going to prison after squirting semen on unsuspecting women for nearly 30 years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Seth takes a closer look at Donald Trump throwing himself a birthday party at the White House and gifting himself a peace deal with Iran. Then, Ana Gasteyer talks about being nominated at the 2026 Tony Awards, performing in the musical Schmigadoon! and sharing her time on Broadway with Maya Rudolph and Rachel Dratch.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
[00:00] [REBROADCAST FROM May 21, 2026] The stars of Broadway's nine-time Tony-nominated musical ‘CATS: The Jellicle Ball' join All Of It with Alison Stewart live in The Greene Space at WNYC. Enjoy live performances from the show's stars, including André de Shields and Tempress Chastity Moore, and hear from co-directors Bill Rauch and Zhailon Levingston as well as co-choreographers Omari Wiles and Arturo Lyons about bringing ballroom to Broadway in this celebrated revival. This event is part of All Of It's Broadway on the Radio series. [51:49] [REBROADCAST FROM February 24, 2026] The new Broadway musical "Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)" is a charming story about a young man from England who visits New York City for the first time to attend his father's wedding, and his encounter with an NYC native who reluctantly shows him her version of the city. Stars Sam Tutty and Christiana Pitts discuss the musical and perform songs from the show live in WNYC's studio. [01:18:29] [REBROADCAST FROM April 30, 2026] The beloved cult classic "The Rocky Horror Show" has been brought back to live in a Broadway revival! Director Sam Pinkleton discusses the show alongside one member of this star-studded cast, Rachel Dratch, who plays the Narrator. After that, stars Stephanie Hsu as Janet, Michaela Jaé Rodriguez as Columbia and Amber Gray as Riff Raff, discuss their roles in the castle at Frankenstein Place. "The Rocky Horror Show" is running now at Studio 54. Event photo by Zach Gottehrer-Cohen/WNYC Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
A few weeks ago, Mickey-Jo saw the new Broadway revival of THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW at Studio 54.This production, presented by Roundabout Theatre Company, is directed by Sam Pinkleton and stars Luke Evans as Dr Frank n Furter with a cast that also includes Stephanie Hsu, Amber Gray, Andrew Durand, Juliette Lewis, MJ Rodriguez, Rachel Dratch, and more.Check out what Mickey-Jo thought of this new creative interpretation as a longtime fan of the show, as well as its relationship to its audience and the infamous callout culture...•00:00 | introduction02:44 | this revival09:36 | the audience problem17:46 | creative choices / performances24:52 | conclusionAbout Mickey-Jo:As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new medium for a dwindling field. His YouTube channel: MickeyJoTheatre is the largest worldwide in terms of dedicated theatre criticism, where he also share features, news and interviews as well as lifestyle content for over 95,000 subscribers. With a viewership that is largely split between the US and the UK he has been fortunate enough to be able to work with PR, Marketing, and Social Media representatives for shows in New York, London, Edinburgh, Hamburg, Toronto, Sao Pãolo, and Paris. His reviews and features have also been published by WhatsOnStage, for whom he was a panelist to help curate nominees for their 2023 and 2024 Awards as well as BroadwayWorldUK, Musicals Magazine and LondonTheatre.co.uk. Instagram/TikTok/X: @MickeyJoTheatre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jess is joined by RACHEL DRATCH — beloved for her seven-season run on Saturday Night Live. Topics: Rachel's decades-long friendship with TINA FEY, her SNL casting story, being replaced by JANE KRAKOWSKI on 30 ROCK, and the surprise of discovering she was pregnant at 43. Plus: WINE COUNTRY, inspired by her real-life 50th birthday trip, and performing in COUNTESS LUANN's cabaret debut at 54 Below. ⭐ IG: @jessxnyc | @raedratch ⭐ Jess' docu-series on the history, mystique & lore of Fire Island — Finding Fire Island
The beloved cult classic "The Rocky Horror Show" has been brought back to live in a Broadway revival! Director Sam Pinkleton discusses the show alongside one member of this star-studded cast, Rachel Dratch, who plays the Narrator. After that, stars Stephanie Hsu as Janet, Michaela Jaé Rodriguez as Columbia and Amber Gray as Riff Raff, discuss their roles in the castle at Frankenstein Place. "The Rocky Horror Show" is running now at Studio 54. Photo by Joan Marcus
Comedy legend Rachel Dratch joins Stephen Colbert on The Late Show's Women's Hotline to take calls from real women with real issues that need fixing. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jinkx Monsoon returns to the pod for the third time! Jinkx is an award-winning actress, comedian, recording artist, and the first and only drag queen to win RuPaul's Drag Race twice. She has become a Broadway breakout star with critically acclaimed performances in Chicago (where she broke box office records during an extended 10-week run), Little Shop of Horrors, the Tony-nominated revival, Pirates! The Penzance Musical - which landed Jinkx her first Drama League Award nomination, and two stints as the star of the Tony-award winning phenomenon Oh, Mary!. And she's about to take her titanic talents to London next month where she'll be starring as Judy Garland in End of the Rainbow, which is about Judy's final years. Jinkx also plays the musical-mayhem-making villainess, Maestro, in Doctor Who, and she's done tons of voice over work in shows like StevenUniverse. And Jinkx continues to tour the world performing with her drag soulmate BendelaCreme in their annual The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show, as well as in her own cabaret and stand-up shows with longtime collaborator Major Scales. And in 2025 on Valentine's Day she headlined her first - and sold out - concert at Carnegie Hall which featured Pam casting a love spell from that legendary stage. Throughout it all she's brought her witchcraft practice to each performance in overt and covert ways.On this episode, Jinkxdiscusses the magic of theatre, her evolving relationship to witchcraft, and her “witch mission” of liberating the divine genders. Pam also talks about some recent witchy signal boosting from SNL's Rachel Dratch, and answers a listener question about finding comfort from different deities. Check out the video of this episode over on YouTube (and please like and subscribe to the channel while you're at it!)Our sponsors for this episode are, Wheel of Fate, Mithras Candle, BetterHelp, The Moon Studio, Blessed Be Magick, and Zouz IncenseWe also have print-on-demand merch like Witch Wave shirts, sweatshirts, totes, stickers, and mugs available now here, and all sorts of other bewitching goodies available in the Witch Wave shop.And if you want more Witch Wave, please consider supporting us on Patreon to get access to detailed show notes, bonus Witch Wave Plus episodes, Pam's monthly online rituals, and more! That's patreon.com/witchwave
Rachel Dratch & Luke Evans join host Andy Cohen. Listen to lively debates on everything from the latest drama surrounding your favorite Bravolebrities to what celebrity is making headlines that week live from the WWHL clubhouse.Aired on 04/13/26See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Rachel Dratch sits down with Jenna and Sheinelle to talk about serving as narrator in the Broadway revival of “The Rocky Horror Show.” Also, social media star Babs Costello shares her new children's book, “Did Your Mother Ever Tell You?” And, the story behind entrepreneur Anne Mahlum, who built the Solidcore fitness empire with a mission to help others reach their full potential. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this episode of “Half Hour”, we take a deeper dive into the New York City Center Encores! production of High Spirits, the 1964 musical adaptation of Noël Coward's Blithe Spirit with music and lyrics by Hugh Martin and Timothy Gray. We explore how the book, score, and central conceit of a haunted marriage land with contemporary audiences, and how this revival frames the piece within Encores!'s mission to revisit rarely produced shows. The conversation covers Jessica Stone's direction, Ellenore Scott's choreography, and the overall shape and pacing of this concert staging, as well as the Encores! series more broadly and what this production suggests about the musical's future life. We look closely at the performances from Katrina Lenk as Elvira, Phillipa Soo and Steven Pasquale as Ruth and Charles Condomine, Andrea Martin as Madame Arcati, Rachel Dratch as Edith, Campbell Scott as Dr. Bradman, and Jennifer Sánchez as Mrs. Bradman, considering what's working within the ensemble and how the casting highlights the show's humor and tone. We also discuss David Zinn's scenic design, as well as the production's visual and sonic world in the context of City Center's concert-style approach, and how High Spirits holds up compared with its original 1964 Broadway run. The episode wraps with our “Half-Minute” segment, where each is given one specific moment from this High Spirits to rant about. Follow and connect with all things @HalfHourPodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Share your thoughts on this production in the comments on Spotify, and let us know what you would like us to cover next. If you enjoy these post-show conversations, follow Half Hour and leave a rating and review so more theater lovers can find the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Send us a textComedian, and founder of Gold Comedy, Lynn Harris joins to the show to discuss how anyone can be funny, inspiration, and more. End 2025 with this great episode!Lynn Harris, the founder of GOLD Comedy, the comedy school, professional network, and content studio where women and non-binary folks grow their comedy careers and creative side hustles, join a powerful community, and make funny stuff. Through our classes, celebrity speaker series, sketch teams, shows, and more, our members build skills, rack up laurels, and nail their showbiz goals. Rachel Dratch is an advisor, and our guests and mentors have included Margaret Cho, Janeane Garofalo, Rachel Bloom, Patti Harrison, Bridget Everett, and staffers from The Daily Show, SNL, A Black Lady Sketch Show, Broad City, and more. I'm based in Brooklyn but through the magic of the internet, GOLD's reach is national/worldwide.Learn more about Lynn and Gold Comedy hereCreator/Host: Tammy TakaishiAudio Engineer: Tammy Takaishi Visit the Self-Care Institute at https://www.selfcareinstitute.com/ Support the showVisit www.creativepeacemeal.com to leave a review, fan voicemail, and more!Insta @creative_peacemeal_podcastFB @creativepeacemealpodRedbubble CPPodcast.redbubble.comCreative Peacemeal READING list here Donate to AhHa!Broadway here! Donate to New Normal Rep here! Interested in the Self-Care Institute with Dr. Ami Kunimura? Click here Interested in Corrie Legge's content planner? Click here to order!
On the latest episode of The Blazers Balcony, presented by Spirit Mountain Casino, Brooke Olzendam and Casey Holdahl discuss...• The Trail Blazers defeating the Warriors for the third time this season at Moda Center on Sunday • Winning the season series versus the Warriors for the first time since the 2020-21 season• Jerami Grant, Shaedon Sharpe and Deni Avdija all having impressive performances versus Golden State• Finally overcoming a great shooting night from Steph Curry after not doing so for a decade• A great crowd Sunday at Moda Center• The team's new "box" award for defense that they're giving out after every game• A supportive locker room• Good vibes in the gym even after losses• Hoping that Jrue Holiday and Matisse Thybulle are able to return some time soon• Decorating for the holidays after returning from a road trip, trying to keep it fair when no one really cares, Steph Curry as Nicole Kidman, "LEBRON" Blazers license plates, Cheri O'Terri is not Rachel Dratch
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It is one of the premier animal welfare events of the year- And I caught up with celeb host Amy Sedaris, Rachel Dratch plus I chatted with the President and CEO of Humane World for Animals Kitty Block, to get all the behind-the-scenes excitement and festivities!EPISODE NOTES: We're Off “To the Rescue” Gala That Is….Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rappaport-to-the-rescue-on-pet-life-radio-petliferadio-com--6667849/support.
Guest host Maria Randazzo is joined by performer Mitchell Fain to dive deep into "Girl Walks into a Bar," the 2012 memoir of "Saturday Night Live" legend Rachel Dratch. They unpack Rachel's journey through Second City to her "30 Rock" casting swap with Jane Krakowski all while enjoying the dating horror stories and symbolic pigs she picked up along the way. Plus: Rachel's surprise path to motherhood at 44 and the psychic moments that make this one of the most magical memoirs we've covered. Join the cookie community: Become a member of the Patreon Follow Maria Randazzo: Instagram @mariafreakin Where to find our guest, Mitchell Fain: Instagram *** Glamorous Trash is all about going high and low at the same time— Glam and Trash. We recap and book club celebrity memoirs, deconstruct pop culture, and sometimes, we cry! If you've ever referenced Mariah Carey in therapy... then this is the podcast for you. Thank you to our sponsors: Quince - Go to quince.com/glamorous for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Libro.fm - Click here to get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with your first month of membership using code TRASH. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jenn Harris is an award-winning writer, director, actor, and producer. She is currently starring in Oh, Mary! on Broadway. Jenn originated the role of Clarice Starling in Silence! The Musical, won a Lortel and Theatre World award for her performance in Modern Orthodox, and was in the revival of All In The Timing. Film & TV credits: American Fiction (Oscar '24), "High Maintenance," “Elsbeth,” “Search Party," "30 Rock," "Gayby," "Difficult People," "Younger," "Bored to Death." She wrote, directed and starred in the short film She's Clean, her co-created series “NEW YORK IS DEAD” premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival and won Best Comedy at the New York Television Festival, and she co-directed the short "Island Queen" starring Rachel Dratch and Jesse Tyler Ferguson. She wrote My Name is Karen! and Snitch for Theaterworks Hartford. Jenn is also a member of the Ryan Murphy Half Initiative Directing Shadow Program. @realjennharris Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Second Chance Romance: Reece and Megan, DIRT ALERT: Kevin Costner's bad Hollywood reputation, Rachel Dratch on "Good Hang" shares the Debbie Downer origin story, and Minnesota has the best bathroom -- GO MINNESOTA! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
What do you do with a sexy doctorWhat do you do with a sexy doctorWhat do you do with a sexy doctorPut him on a cruise ship Welcome to DOCTOR ODYSSEY week! From the world of 911 and Ryan Murphy we took the plunge on this Greys Anatomy meets The Love Boat crossover we didnt know we needed. This show has everything, big shiny boats, unrequited crushes, a water slide, shrimp overdoses, broken dicks, a beach party dance off, a Grammy winner, a mighty duck, Rachel Dratch, and so much more. Join us as we set sail with the crew of the Odyssey! Joshua Jackson, Phillipa Soo, Sean Teale, and Captain Don Johnson!HostsGeoff KerbisMax SingerRich Inman
Rachel Dratch joins Ophira Eisenberg to talk about raising her 13-year-old son Eli, reflecting on how his confident, social personality contrasts with her own bookish teen years. She recalls once assuming she wouldn't have children, only to be surprised when a channeler predicted she'd meet someone and have one child—a prophecy that eerily came true when she met Eli's father months later and became pregnant at 44. Rachel discusses the challenges of managing screen time, joking about how her hierarchy of goals slid from “read a book” to “at least watch TV instead of TikTok shorts.” She shares how Eli's friendships overlap with the kids of fellow SNL alums Amy Poehler, Tina Fey, and Emily Spivey, and how he joined her as her date to the Tony Awards when she was nominated for POTUS. The conversation also covers her son's passion for basketball, her abandoned dream of playing cello for him, and Halloween costumes she still brags about years later—including a homemade Doritos bag. A recurring theme is Rachel's mix of skepticism and bemusement around the supernatural, from crystals in her pocket to Eli's deep pronouncement that “time isn't real.” The episode ends with her warning against trampoline parks, after two of Eli's birthday parties ended with ER visits.
That Show Hasn't Been Funny In Years: an SNL podcast on Radio Misfits
Rachel, a loyal listener and subscriber, asked for it, and Nick delivers: the unforgettable night Betty White hosted Saturday Night Live. On May 8, 2010, following a grassroots Facebook campaign, the comedy legend took the stage for a Mother's Day episode that pulled in the season's highest ratings and won her an Emmy. The show featured a reunion of powerhouse female cast members — Tina Fey, Amy Poehler, Maya Rudolph, Ana Gasteyer, Rachel Dratch, and Molly Shannon — who brought back classic characters while teaming up with White in sketches that were hilariously naughty and delightfully vulgar. At 88 years old, Betty White proved she was game for anything, and the results were comedy gold. Along with clips from that night, Nick shares behind-the-scenes stories, backstage moments, and why this episode remains one of the most beloved in SNL history. [EP 140]
We can't believe we're saying this, but… we have the one... the only... Rachel Dratch (SNL, Wine Country, 30 Rock) on the pod today!! After we Middle some Minutes, we dive into the episode where Eden's dealing with some serious PTSD from her poster board monologue, and Kenny maybe - just maybe - was meant to show his face a whole lot earlier than expected. Then comes our fantastic convo with Rachel, where she shares how she tackles different roles, the balancing act between serving the project and bringing her signature Dratch flair, and some wonderful insight into her long-time friendships with Amy Poehler and Tina Fey. And don't sleep on Rachel's own podcast, Woo Woo with Rachel Dratch, dropping every Wednesday!WE HAVE MERCH! Get yours at: https://www.bonfire.com/middling! Whether you want the famed yellow Cross-Country hoodie, a crew-neck sweatshirt, or a t-shirt... we got you! They also come in a variety of colors and are so, so comfy. This merch a symbol of our shared love for the show and our podcast community. And we hope you love it as much as we do.Want extended episodes and video? That's all happening at Patreon.com/MiddlingPod. You can subscribe monthly or purchase one off episodes!Wanna chat with us?! Click HERE to leave us a voicemail with your questions or comments. You could just hear it on the podcast...All that and much more, so let's get to Middling! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Lynn Harris is the founder of GOLD Comedy, the comedy school, professional network, and content studio where women and non-binary folks grow their comedy careers and creative side hustles, join a powerful community, and make funny stuff. Through their classes, celebrity speaker series, sketch teams, shows, and more, Gold Comedy members build skills, rack up laurels, and nail their showbiz goals. Rachel Dratch is an advisor, and our guests and mentors have included Margaret Cho, Janeane Garofalo, Rachel Bloom, Patti Harrison, Bridget Everett, and staffers from The Daily Show, SNL, A Black Lady Sketch Show, Broad City, and more. L Lynn is based in Brooklyn, but through the magic of the internet, GOLD's reach is national/worldwide. She's dedicated her mumble-mumble-years long career to fusing the power of comedy with creativity, inclusivity, and social change. Lynn believes that comedy is power, because when you make people laugh, you make people listen. She also knows (and a zillion studies show) that comedy skills are life skills: professionally and personally, they help you write faster, think sharper, read a room, and build confidence and connection. Tune in to hear owl about how Katie and Lynn use comedy to level up leaders and make people laugh! Connect with Lynn https://goldcomedy.com/
Everyone who works in television and movie comedy knows Charna Halpern. She's trained thousands of actors, writers, and producers at her Chicago theater, founded in 1981, called the iO theater. In this episode, Charna tells personal and funny stories about actors from Chris Farley and Neil Flynn to Tina Fey and Amy Poehler. Along with actor and director Del Close, Charna invented modern improvisational theater in the 1980s. The art form known as long form improvisation—a 20 or 30-minute fully improvised one-act play—was developed at the iO theater, and is still found on their stage at seven nights a week at 1501 N. Kingsbury Street in Chicago. Charna is one of the best-known and best-loved people in comedy because she developed a system for training actors how to improvise together. Her training takes a full year and it's so effective that TV producers, like Lorne Michaels, regularly visit iO theater to audition the actors who've graduated from the program. Sometimes on Saturday Night Live, every actor was once at the iO theater. Charna created a family, a community, that she lovingly calls “my people.” Here are just a few of the famous actors and writers who we talk about in this episode (in order of mention): Lorne Michaels; Cecily Strong; Tina Fey; Amy Poehler; Mike Myers; Vanessa Bayer; Adam McKay; Brian Stack; Stephen Colbert; David Koechner; Rachel Dratch; Chris Farley; Sarah Silverman; Stephanie Ware; Neil Flynn; Larry David; Seth Myers; John Lutz; Matt Walsh; Tim Meadows. She even tells a story about how she let Adam McKay sleep on her couch before he was famous because he couldn't afford to stay in Chicago. When I was doing my research on improvisation in the early 1990s, the theater was called “Improv Olympic” and only later renamed “iO.” Don't tell anyone I said that. For more information: iO theater. https://ioimprov.com/ Truth in Comedy. Charna Halpern, Del Close, Kim Howard Johnson. Art by Committee. Charna Halpern. Music by license from SoundStripe: "Uptown Lovers Instrumental" by AFTERNOONZ "Miss Missy" by AFTERNOONZ "What's the Big Deal" by Ryan Saranich Copyright (c) 2025 Keith Sawyer
Learn about Uniworld's first-ever women's only cruise, exploring Burgundy and Provence, departing August 24th. Designed by women, this unique cruise will have special guests, including comedian Rachel Dratch and Uniworld's CEO Ellen Bettridge. Hear from Ellen Bettridge and Uniworld Chief Marketing Officer Shirnett Fleet about what makes this cruise an exquisite experience—from lavender weaving and burlesque workshops to wine tastings, candlelit concerts, and a comedy show and Q&A with Rachel Dratch from SNL. This episode explores how women travelers are shaping the future of tourism and how river cruising is evolving to meet their needs—with luxury, connection, and fun at the heart of it all.Learn more about the August 24th, 2025 women-only cruise sailing through southern France at darley.link/uniworld.
Join host Darley Newman for an inside look at the growing world of river cruising. From her scenic journeys through Europe with Uniworld Boutique River Cruises to expert insights from Uniworld's CEO Ellen Bettridge and Chief Marketing Officer Shrinett Fleet, this episode covers everything from top destinations and packing tips to the rise of women-only and multigenerational travel. Whether you're a seasoned cruiser or new to the idea, get ready for a relaxing, immersive way to explore the world—one river at a time. Learn about Uniworld's first-ever women's only cruise, exploring Burgundy and Provence and departing August 24th, 2025. Special guests include Rachel Dratch from SNL and Uniworld CEO Ellen Bettridge. Learn more about the August 24th, 2025 women-only cruise at darley.link/uniworld.
Dylan and Connor are joined by Ana Gasteyer (Once Upon a Mattress, “Saturday Night Live”). The Queen is coming. Actually, the Queen has ARRIVED. The twins are absolutely gagged to be joined by icon, legend, mother Ana Gasteyer. Fresh off of singing into a bullhorn in Times Square (IYKYK), Ana dives right into discussing the hot-off-the-presses cast album for Once Upon a Mattress, how it felt returning to Broadway with such a beloved show and cast, and what it was like playing alongside Michael Urie. Listen as she spills on her 6 seasons on “Saturday Night Live,” including the recent SNL50 celebration. Ana speaks on when she realized she was ready to leave SNL, followed by becoming one of the very first women to play Elphaba in the original company of Wicked in Chicago. Ana speaks about her Quaker upbringing leading to a life of performing, whether it be with The Groundlings, on television, or even the Broadway stage. She shares tidbits about working with Rachel Dratch, Kate Reinders, and appearing on early demos of Hairspray. We gush over the new film Sinners, Floyd Collins and its extraordinary cast, and happily celebrate Drag: The Musical's award nominations. We only love Ana more after some DRAMA!Follow Ana on InstagramFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramSubscribe to our show on iHeartRadio Broadway!Support the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!
That Show Hasn't Been Funny In Years: an SNL podcast on Radio Misfits
Nick takes a deep dive into one of the best seasons of Saturday Night Live ever: Season 26, which aired from October 2000 to May 2001. Fueled by a memorable election and a powerhouse cast, this season delivered sharp comedy and some of the most iconic sketches in SNL history. Tina Fey and Jimmy Fallon took over the Weekend Update desk, while veteran cast members like Will Ferrell, Chris Kattan, Tracy Morgan, Molly Shannon, Darrell Hammond, and newcomers like Maya Rudolph and Rachel Dratch kept the laughs coming. You'll hear some of the most unforgettable sketches from this standout season, including the legendary debate sketch featuring "strategery" and "lockbox," and the Jeffrey's Clothing Store sketch with the world's smallest cell phone. Nick also shares behind-the-scenes stories—including the shocking moment when someone actually broke their neck during an episode—and revisits the work of some fantastic hosts, including Christopher Walken, Calista Flockhart, Tom Green, Julia Stiles, and Sean Hayes. Season 26 was a high point for SNL, and this episode brings back all the best moments! [Ep 115]
Dirty Dancing - Chapter 1Featuring a chapter novelized by Rich Talarico and narrated by Rachel Dratch, plus an interview with Matteo Lane. Hosted by Dave Hill.Each season on The Novelizers, we take a beloved film, then get comedy writer (from SNL, The Simpsons, Colbert, and more) to turn it into a hilarious audiobook, narrated by comedians and actors. We also feature interviews with the people who (may or may not have) made the original film.The Novelizers is produced by Stephen Levinson, with Graham Douglas, Cole Emoff, Kevin Carter, Christine Bullen, Dennis DiClaudio, Rob Kutner, and Dave Hill. Music and additional editing by Cole Emoff. Graphic design by Crystal Dennis. Theme song by Andrew Lin, performed by Nick Testa. Reprise performed by Dave Hill. Distributed by Cincinnati Public Radio.Rachel Dratch is an actress and comedian best known for her work as a cast member on Saturday Night Live from 1999 to 2006, where she created memorable characters like Debbie Downer. Beyond SNL, she has appeared in numerous films and television shows including "30 Rock" and "Wine Country." Dratch is also an author, having written the memoir "Girl Walks into a Bar...: Comedy Calamities, Dating Disasters, and a Midlife Miracle."Matteo Lane is an Italian-American stand-up comedian, opera singer, and painter who has gained recognition for his sharp observational humor and openness about LGBTQ+ experiences. He has appeared on comedy shows including "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert," "Late Night with Seth Meyers," and Comedy Central's "The Comedy Jam." Look for his book "Your Pasta Sucks: A Cookbook" at better bookstores everywhere.Rich Talarico is an Emmy-nominated comedy writer and producer known for his work on "Key & Peele" and "MADtv." He's also contributed to shows like "Saturday Night Live" and has performed with improv groups including Second City.The Novelizers is a work of parody. Follow The Novelizers on Instagram, Threads, Facebook and TikTok, and please donate to our Patreon.Copyright 2025 Novelizers LLC.]]>
Johnny Mac delivers today's comedy news starting with a technical mishap involving his dog and his headphones. The episode covers Bill Burr's controversial comments on Elon Musk, Mae Martin's commentary on being a non-binary comedian in the U.S., and Jerry Seinfeld and Jim Gaffigan's takes on the current news cycle and parenting. There's also an intriguing story of Colin Jost searching through dumpsters for Scarlett Johansson's ring and info on upcoming comedy cruises with Rachel Dratch and Nate Borghese.00:00 The Dog00:34 Bill Burr's Controversial Comments02:04 Mae Martin on Comedy and Politics03:14 Jerry Seinfeld and Jim Gaffigan's Insights06:30 Rosebud Baker on SNL and Stand-Up08:16 George Lopez's Mysterious Absence of Press08:58 Colin Jost's Dumpster Dive09:36 Rachel Dratch's Women-Only CruiseUnlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which says UNITERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed! You also get 20+ other shows on the network ad-free! This podcast supports Podcasting 2.0 if you'd like to support the show via value for value and stream some sats! https://linktr.ee/dailycomedynews Contact John at john@thesharkdeck dot com John's free substack about the media: Media Thoughts is mcdpod.substack.com DCN on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@dailycomedynews You can also support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynews Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news--4522158/support.
Matty is celebrating 50 years of the iconic sketch show, Saturday Night Live and its impact on pop culture, himself and the world! We are going down memory lane and Matty is sharing some of his favorite cast members of all time and their skits! Matty will be reminiscing about Adam Sandler, Chris Farely, Tina Fey, Amy Poehler, Maya Rudolph, Rachel Dratch and Kristen Wiig. We are also recapping last weekends iconic festivities commemorating 50 years of laughs and memories with the Homecoming Concert and Anniversary Special. This weekend brought back SNL alumni and hosts who have made a major impact on the show including Lady Gaga/ The Lonely Island, Steve Martin, Meryl Strep, Jimmy Fallon, CHER and so much more!What are your favorite SNL moments? Its hard to find just a few!!Follow us for more updates:@mattydurkin@thepopcornerpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Hello, Void. As our title says, we talk about the 2015 film Spy starring Melissa McCarthy. This is a film neither of us thought would be enjoyable, but joke's on us, we can't stop laughing! Erin has not one, but two TED talks about her love of Jason Statham, Brennan keeps eating, and both cannot believe any Parisian could be "nice" especially to someone who spoke French like THAT. We discuss the copious cameos from Eurovision's Verka Serduchka, 50 Cent, and Ben Falcone to Zach Woods, Rachel Dratch (as "Sad Clown"), and Alison Janney. Come for a discussion of Bond parodies, stay for all the ridiculous things Jason Statham says. Just give us Spy 2!
Cecily Strong, Rachel Dratch, Ana Gasteyer, Cheri Oteri, & Laraine Newman join host Andy Cohen. Listen to lively debates on everything from the latest drama surrounding your favorite Bravolebrities to what celebrity is making headlines that week live from the WWHL clubhouse.Aired on 02/11/24Binge all your favorite Bravo shows with the Bravo app: bravotv.com/getbravoSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
‘SNL's' Mikey Day joins in on the fun and steps in as co-host for the day with Jenna. Jenna and Mikey play a fun game inspired by Mikey's show, ‘Is It Cake?' Also, ‘SNL' icon Rachel Dratch joins to discuss the show's 50th anniversary, as well as some of her favorite sketches and characters. Plus, chef Katie Lee Biegel shares a delicious chocolate-rubbed steak recipe.
Board-certified dermatologist Dr. Marnie Nussbaum helps separate fact from myth when it comes to common skin care concerns. Also, ‘SNL' icon Rachel Dratch joins to discuss the show's 50th anniversary, as well as some of her favorite sketches and characters. Plus, the story behind a double bassist who became the only woman in the New York Philharmonic when she joined in 1966 and helped open doors for others. And our Shop TODAY team previews some can't-miss deals for Presidents' Day weekend.
This week we're live from San Francisco Sketchfest, where Moshe and Natasha were joined by Rachel Dratch and Simon Helberg! They get into Moshe's confrontation with a stranger at the Oakland airport, visiting toy stores alone as an adult, and the tricky art of wedding playlists. They give advice to one couple debating if/when to move in together and react to a few secrets involving a parrothead, identical twins, and more! Plus, we play our first ever round of “Love Is Not Blind' and attempt to set Nathalie up with the person of her dreams. Tune in next week to see how their date went! Submit your deepest secrets to the Endless Honeymoon Secrets Hotline: (213) 222-8608 and ask Natasha and Moshe for relationship advice: endlesshoneymoonpod@gmail.com. Come to our next dinner party, get merch discounts, mystery boxes, etc.: https://www.patreon.com/endlesshoneymoon SPONSORS: http://quince.com/HONEYMOONhttp://masterclass.com/HONEYMOONhttp://seed.com/honeymoon (use code 25HONEYMOON)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
That Show Hasn't Been Funny In Years: an SNL podcast on Radio Misfits
Nick welcomes the multitalented writer, producer, broadcaster, and journalist Amy Guth to the podcast to share her memories of watching Saturday Night Live as a young kid and how the show inspired her creative journey. They chat about standout moments and hilarious work from cast members like Tina Fey, Bill Hader, Gilda Radner, and Adam Sandler. Amy also reflects on the evolving representation of women, Jewish culture, and targeted commercial audiences, and how these elements have influenced comedy over the years. Together, Nick and Amy countdown her 5 favorite SNL sketches, featuring unforgettable contributions from Kate McKinnon, Fred Armisen, Vanessa Bayer, Will Ferrell, Rachel Dratch, and more. It's a lively and thoughtful conversation with a brilliant colleague, celebrating some truly special SNL moments. [Ep107]
This week we invited comedian and podcaster Cole Stratton to watch the John Woo action classic Face/Off, starring Nicolas Cage wearing John Travolta's face and John Travolta wearing Nicolas Cage's face. Come to SF Sketchfest on January 18th and watch Cole Stratton's amazing improv show Theme Park with Rachel Dratch, Ana Gasteyer, Oscar Nuñez, Kevin Pollack, and more! Buy your tickets here!We are excited to announce that Free With Ads will be doing our first ever LIVE SHOW at San Francisco Sketchfest 2025! Join Jordan, Emily, producer Matt Lieb, and a very special guest at the Punch Line in San Francisco on January 23rd at 7:30pm for a live show you will never forget. Get your tickets NOW!Free With Ads merch is finally here! Go to the MaxFun store now and buy something for yourself!Also, we are having a contest! If you buy some merch and take a picture of yourself with that merch and send it to freewithads@maximumfun.org, we will pick one of you and the winner will get to have any song they want Godzilla-fied. That's right, Matt will make a Godzilla remix of your favorite song.
Rachel Dratch is one of our favorites, and we're so excited for her to ask about handsome hometowns on this week's episode! Plus Mae gets tased, we sing "Down By The Shoreline," the Wainwright reality show, and more!Handsome is hosted by Tig Notaro, Mae Martin, and Fortune FeimsterFollow us on social media: @handsomepodMerch: handsomepod.comWatch on youtube: youtube.com/@handsomepodEmail the show: handsomepod@gmail.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Seth takes a closer look at Kamala Harris accepting the Democratic nomination to cap off a raucous convention that clearly got under Trump's skin.Then, Amy Poehler talks about her and Seth's dinner with friends Rachel Dratch and Rashida Jones and brings a list of her recent reads to talk about her favorites and give brief summaries.Then, Fred Armisen talks about Lorne Michaels asking him to curate a band for Late Night with Seth Meyers, how he and The 8G Band create original music every night for the show and working with Seth and the band for the past 10 years.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Chelsea and Rachel Dratch (“Saturday Night Live” alum and host of “Woo Woo with Rachel Dratch”) dive into the life and legacy of Hollywood legend Betty White as they explore her 1995 memoir, "Here We Go Again." They discuss Betty's groundbreaking roles the hot goss behind "The Golden Girls” and how a Snickers Super Bowl commercial turned her into everyone's favorite spunky grandma all over again. Plus! They discuss Betty's three marriages and Rachel spills gentle tea from behind the scenes of Betty's Emmy-winning “SNL” hosting gig. Where to order Chelsea's book: Bookshop.org Find other places to order Follow Chelsea: Instagram @chelseadevantez Join the cookie community: Become a member of the Patreon Show Notes: Bea Arthur Thought Betty White Was ‘Two-Faced,' New Book Claims Betty White Called 'C' Word by 'Golden Girls' Star Bea Arthur Bad Timing Special: Stories of Betty White, Alec Baldwin, Norm Macdonald -- The Originals Podcast Rue McClanahan's Memoir Episode Lonnie Anderson's Memoir Episode Mary Tyler Moore's Memoir Episode Where to find our Guest Rachel Dratch: Instagram Podcast *** Glamorous Trash is all about going high and low at the same time— Glam and Trash. We recap and book club celebrity memoirs, deconstruct pop culture, and sometimes, we cry! If you've ever referenced Mariah Carey in therapy... then this is the podcast for you. Thank you to our sponsors: Libro.fm - Click here to get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with your first month of membership using code TRASH. Visit Cheekbone Beauty and get 30% off your order using the code GLAMOROUSTRASH30!
When Rachel Dratch was growing up, she figured she'd have some sort of “normal” career like therapist. Then she saw a performance of Annie and thought she could be one of the people on stage too. Sam talks to Rachel about how important it is to ask for the parts you want (and then winning a Tony for it), how the biggest thing that ever happened to her wasn't even a choice, how improv can even make a “lazy pisces” live in the moment, ordering the worst thing on the menu, and accidentally going viral on Tik Tok. Keep up with Samantha Bee @realsambee on Instagram and X. And stay up to date with us @LemonadaMedia on X, Facebook, and Instagram. For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bridger doesn't fly into hysterics when Rachel Dratch (SNL, 30 Rock) assails him with a gift. The two discuss scents, rat tail hairstyles, and the genetic makeup of a dancer. Don't forget to review the podcast, it's the least you can do. Follow the show on Instagram I Said No Gifts! Merch Send a Question to I Said No Emails! Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3Uw1W4v Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Welcome back Wizardspod Fam! This week we are honored to be joined by Saturday Night Live alum, comedy legend, and fellow podcaster, Rachel Dratch! Rachel shares her journey from being a psychology major to auditioning for SNL, as well as how she was asked to play Future Harper on Wizards. Rachel shares the secrets behind her most iconic SNL sketches, and what the protocol is when they break character. She also dives into her fascination with the supernatural and her favorite memory from working on Wizards. What was Rachel's first job? Why was Rachel rejected the first time she auditioned for Saturday Night Live? How did Rachel and Tina Fey meet and what bonded them as friends? Follow @WizardsPod on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and YouTube! Want access to weekly bonus videos, exclusive behind-the-scenes content and more? Join our Patreon now at patreon.com/WizardsPod. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Roz gazes into her magic mirror and is utterly gagged to find living legend of comedy, SNL alum, and podcast host, Rachel Dratch staring right back at her! Through this mysterious portal they discuss Rachel's witch girl phase, gay ghost encounters at an undisclosed West Hollywood hotel, plus HUGE psychic predictions that came true! Want to share YOUR paranormal experience on the podcast? Email your *short* stories to GhostedByRoz@gmail.com and maybe Roz will read it out loud on the show... or even call you! Be sure to follow the show @GhostedByRoz on Instagram. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3WwYCsr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tonight's episode features stories of sasquatch, haunted trains, strange UFO sightings and much more. Keep it spooky and enjoy! Season 17 Episode 4 of Monsters Among Us Podcast, true paranormal stories of ghosts, cryptids, UFOs and more, told by the witnesses themselves. SHOW NOTES: Tonight's Sponsor - https://www.monstersamonguspodcast.com/sponsors For ad-free, extended & bonus episodes, support MAU on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/monstersamonguspodcast MAU Merch Shop - http://www.monstersamonguspodcast.com/shop RENT or BUY Shadows in the Desert: High Strangeness in the Borrego Triangle - https://www.borregotriangle.com/ Military Cloaking Tech - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4L21JI5AqA The Entity Case - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RyO1Dllhe38 The Entity Trailer - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ODaJ7rVqvmA Jonathan Dodd's Art - https://www.jonathandodddraws.com/ Hulk gets a message from beyond - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K0iq9-Xlo4g Gurdon Light in the News - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nXqWDsBgYgQ Unsolved Mysteries Gurdon Light - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=slbcJjbtjL8 Midsommar clip - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u7uMDNgvipA Quartz Ghost Light Connection - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u3u3mr5wtlI Canberra Earthquakes - https://earthquaketrack.com/au-01-canberra/recent Mention of Quartz in Canberra - https://aussielapidaryforum.com/forum/index.php?topic=3382.0 Manx Cats - https://freeamericannews.com/the-story-of-rumpy-riser-stump-and-longy/ Woo Woo with Rachel Dratch - https://open.spotify.com/episode/4nFBOfXkh13wmPeT3rjaJ3?si=iH_DqDg_R1WQBDnqdLZbAg Music from tonight's episode: https://www.youtube.com/c/armchairambience https://www.youtube.com/@co.agmusic1823 https://www.youtube.com/@WhiteBatAudio/featured
Tonight's episode features stories of sasquatch, haunted trains, strange UFO sightings and much more. Keep it spooky and enjoy! Season 17 Episode 4 of Monsters Among Us Podcast, true paranormal stories of ghosts, cryptids, UFOs and more, told by the witnesses themselves. SHOW NOTES: Tonight's Sponsor - Füm - Start the Good Habit at https://tryfum.com/MONSTERS and use code MONSTERS for a free gift with your Journey Pack! Tonight's Sponsor - Microdose Gummies - Visit Microdose.com & use code MONSTERSAMONGUS for 30% off your first order & free shipping. For ad-free, extended & bonus episodes, support MAU on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/monstersamonguspodcast MAU Merch Shop - http://www.monstersamonguspodcast.com/shop RENT or BUY Shadows in the Desert: High Strangeness in the Borrego Triangle - https://www.borregotriangle.com/ Military Cloaking Tech - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4L21JI5AqA The Entity Case - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RyO1Dllhe38 The Entity Trailer - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ODaJ7rVqvmA Jonathan Dodd's Art - https://www.jonathandodddraws.com/ Hulk gets a message from beyond - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K0iq9-Xlo4g Gurdon Light in the News - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nXqWDsBgYgQ Unsolved Mysteries Gurdon Light - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=slbcJjbtjL8 Midsommar clip - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u7uMDNgvipA Quartz Ghost Light Connection - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u3u3mr5wtlI Canberra Earthquakes - https://earthquaketrack.com/au-01-canberra/recent Mention of Quartz in Canberra - https://aussielapidaryforum.com/forum/index.php?topic=3382.0 Manx Cats - https://freeamericannews.com/the-story-of-rumpy-riser-stump-and-longy/ Woo Woo with Rachel Dratch - https://open.spotify.com/episode/4nFBOfXkh13wmPeT3rjaJ3?si=iH_DqDg_R1WQBDnqdLZbAg Music from tonight's episode: https://www.youtube.com/c/armchairambience https://www.youtube.com/@co.agmusic1823 https://www.youtube.com/@WhiteBatAudio/featured Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices