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On today's episode, Ross bleaches his teeth, Phoebe causes trouble for Rachel at work, and Chandler warns Joey about the dangers of living with a woman. Plus, Chloe and Katie talk about The Kardashians, Superstore, coffee addiction, and Anne Geddes. Follow us on social media:Pod - @theywereonabreakpodChloe - @cuckooforchlochlopuffsKatie - @littlebabykates

Send us a textThis week on Here's What We Know, we're rolling with the laughs—and some heartfelt moments—with the hilarious and down-to-earth Felipe Esparza! Felipe joins us ahead of his sold-out show at the San Jose Civic (May 10!), and we dive into everything from his early days at the San Jose Improv to what it's like raising a stepson who's enthusiastically trying to embrace his Mexican roots (despite being very white).Whether you've been a Felipe fan for years or you're just getting to know him, this episode is full of laughs, real talk, and the kind of heart that sticks with you. Listen now!In This Episode:How Felipe transforms personal pain into laugh-out-loud comedyHilarious dating stories featuring “smart women with low standards”Lessons from comedy greats like Richard PryorA peek into his hit podcast, What's Up Fool? and History for FoolsBehind-the-scenes look at the art of stand-up, comedic timing, and joke craftingThis episode is sponsored by:Reed Animal Hospital (Be sure to tell them Gary sent you!) Mike Counsil Plumbing & Rooter (Use code “Gary” to get $89 off any service!) Bio:Felipe Esparza is a comedian and actor best known for his multiple stand-up specials, winning Last Comic Standing and his recurring roles on “The Eric Andre Show,” “Superstore,” and “Gentefied.” He's also the host of a popular podcast called “What's Up Fool?” that has been running for 10 years.Website: https://felipesworld.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/felipeesparzaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/felipeesparzacomedianTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@felipeesparzacomicFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage/Connect with Gary: Gary's Website Follow Gary on Instagram Gary's Tiktok Gary's Facebook Watch the episodes on YouTube Advertise on the Podcast Thank you for listening. Let us know what you think about this episode. Leave us a review!

From the outside, Chrissy Metz seemed to have it all starring in a hit show, inspiring millions, and radiating confidence but behind the spotlight was a woman navigating the painful realities of childhood trauma, body image struggles, people-pleasing, and the long road to emotional healing.In this heartfelt conversation, Chrissy opens up about the survival patterns she developed as a young girl trying to be “good” enough to be loved and how those patterns followed her into adulthood. She shares her experience growing up in a fractured home, enduring emotional pain in silence, and turning to food as both comfort and protection. Through therapy, spiritual grounding, and creative expression, Chrissy began the deep work of untangling her worth from performance. We explore the cost of being the peacemaker, the fear of being truly seen, and the challenge of letting go of perfection. Chrissy reflects on her journey into acting, the power of being chosen for a role that mirrored her own struggles, and how her latest children's book is helping the next generation talk about emotions that many of us were taught to suppress. This is an honest, soul-stirring episode about the courage it takes to stop performing and start healing from the inside out.__________________Follow/Watch/Listen/Subscribe: ⁠⁠Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @rootedrecoverystories⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @patrickcusterproject⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @rootedrecoverystories⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @rootedrecoverystories⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.rootedrecoverystories.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠__________________Cast:Patrick Custer - HostInstagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @thepatrickcuster⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@thepatrickcuster⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@thepatrickcuster⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@thepatrickcuster⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/patrickcuster⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chrissy Metz - GuestInsta: @chrissymetzFacebook: @chrissymetzofficialYoutube:  @chrissymetzmusic  Tiktok: @chrissymetzX: @chrissymetzWebsite: www.chrissymetzmusic.comSpotify: Chrissy Metz__________________Get Help (addiction, mental health/trauma):Promises Behavioral HealthCall: (888) 648-4098Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.promises.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@promises_bh⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠__________________About Chrissy Metz: Emmy and two-time Golden Globe nominee Chrissy Metz stars on the award-winning NBC series "This Is Us,” winner of the 2018 and 2019 SAG Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series and People's Choice Award for "Favorite New TV Drama.” Chrissy recently starred as Joyce Smith in the hit 20th Century Fox faith-based film, BREAKTHROUGH. She also performs “I'm Standing With You” on the Breakthrough soundtrack, written by 10-time Academy Award nominee Diane Warren. Chrissy performed this song at the 2019 ACM Awards. Chrissy is currently working on her debut country album.Chrissy recently guest-starred on the hit comedy series “The Last OG” with Tracy Morgan, and the NBC hit series “Superstore". Chrissy is best known for her roles in American Horror Story: Freak Show, Sierra Burgess is a Loser, My Name is Earl, and Entourage, to name a few.Chrissy recently released her memoir, THIS IS ME, which debuted at #1 on the NY Times Bestseller List. People magazine named her to the "Ones to Watch” and “50 Most Beautiful."

Kate Ames is the Owner and Operator of Baller Foods. Chef Kate grew up foraging, fishing, and camping in Terrace, British Columbia. From a young age, she was drawn more to the arts than the sciences. In high school, she took “easy” academic classes like English and French correspondence during the summer to free up her schedule for the subjects she loved most—foods, choir, band, art, yearbook, and theatre.Kate began cooking at a young age after moving out and getting married at just 18. Her culinary journey started with a dishwasher job at a fishing lodge and evolved through roles at KFC, Pizza Hut, Denny's, and Mr. Mikes. By the age of 20, she was managing both a Subway and a hotel pub.At 23, Kate moved to Vancouver to study graphic design and marketing at Emily Carr University and BCIT. She went on to freelance for over 15 years with her former business, Ames Design Studio, and held marketing and graphic design positions at the PG Free Press and the Northern Health Authority.When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, Kate experienced major life upheavals, including the loss of childcare, employment, her design business, and her late partner. With resilience and passion, she pivoted toward her lifelong dream of owning a food truck. Leveraging her background in marketing and design, she launched Baller Food, a business born of both creativity and necessity.Kate began by making meatballs in the kitchen of Birch and Boar, where she found mentorship and support from chef and owner William Miller. Using guerrilla marketing tactics, she sold meatballs on the streets of downtown Prince George and gradually built a following. Over two years, she vended at community events, music festivals, weddings, and schools, eventually expanding into a full-fledged food truck operation.Since then, it's been “balls to the wall.” From May to October, Kate focuses on contract events, travels to northern B.C. music festivals—including Valhalla and Riverboat Days in Terrace, Midsummer in Smithers, ArtsWells near Quesnel, and Robson Valley Music Festival in Dunster—and serves outlying communities such as Quesnel, Vanderhoof, and Mackenzie. She also continues to grow retail sales, with products now available at PG Urban Shroomery and soon at Blackwood Gifts.To improve visibility, Kate has partnered with CO-OP and Superstore and has a regular setup at the Chevron Cardlock in the BCR site. She posts her monthly event schedule and weekly updates on Facebook and Instagram, encouraging followers to set alerts so they never miss where she'll be parked.In the off-season (October to May), Baller Food shifts its focus to hot lunch programs at local schools, event catering, and hot-and-ready meals. This fall, Kate will also launch cooking classes for kids at the South Fort George Family Resource Centre, continuing her mission to nourish and inspire the community through food.

This week, the Maier's get together to discuss: summer dating, Pop Up Video, Blue Jays in Seattle, French's Ketchup, Stanley Cup Playoffs, Kiwanis Gala, Superstore, SOW, and fun songs. Reach Us:  @kmaemaier  @chrismaierbc  @hwywhoney  hwywhoney@gmail.com

Ben and Trevor play some regular old Click Pitch, pitching game ideas such as:a Superstore and Monster Prom inspired VR game where department store drama happens around you while you worka pharmacy deduction game where you must decode doctor's handwriting to dispense the right medicinea prophet who must ensure their prophecies are fulfilled as they go about their dayand more!

In which Thom Bowers and Travis J Coleman contend with Minecraft madness, Star Wars renaissance, faith-based audiences, the pros and cons of pulling the ripcord on a TV show. Plus, a hearty SPOILER-filled Watch Purging!  THOM'S WATCH PURGING The Amateur, Drop, Pink Floyd At Pompeii, Modern Family S11, Abbot Elementary, AP Bio, Superstore, Ghosts, Phineas & Ferb, Andor S2  TRAV'S WATCH PURGING Red Army, Matlock S1, Law & Order: Organized Crime S5, Leverage: Redemption S3, 9-1-1 S9, The Neighborhood S8, The Equalizer S5, Poppa's House S1  Superenthusiast Radio on Spotify! Got a question for the SER FAQ?  Superenthusiast Radio on Facebook E-mail: superenthusiastradio@gmail.com Subscribe via iTunes

In the finale of our The Office series and of our regular season, we look at the show's ties to popular media that came both before and after.Erin did a deep dive into the history of the mockumentary, and you won't believe what the first one was!We also discuss some well-known mockumentary films, like This is Spinal Tap and Best in Show, and works that use mockumentary elements, such as When Harry Met Sally and Arrested Development.Then we explore the stylistic impact of The Office on subsequent American comedy, touching on shows like Parks and Recreation, Superstore, Abbott Elementary, and, somehow, Game of Thrones.This episode also contains our final Finer Things Club meeting discussing Angela's Ashes by Frank McCourt, plus what we are currently watching/reading/listening to. For Rhonda, it was lots of Hunger Games.Come back in May for a bonus episode and a couple rereleases of our Summer Theatre Program from 2021!Follow on Instagram, but don't expect too much. :/

This week on Drama School Dropout I am joined by the amazing, Irene White! We chat about Superstore, Irene's favourite moment on Superstore,  TV piracy, filming at the height of the pandemic, the Los Angeles fires, 7-eleven pizza, not waiting for someone else to give us opportunities, self producing, not trusting your classmates,  moving to Chicago and taking classes at Second City, dropping out of Drama School, classmates getting naked for assignments, The Naked Neds, checking your body for lumps, nudity on stage, working with animals, method acting as Jesus with hilarious consequences, Tina Fey, Carol being written especially for Irene, the tornado episode, knocking down sound stages to expand theme parks,  performing stunts, souvenirs from the show, dramas revolving around the pandemic, reviving cancelled TV shows, our most embarrassing moments on stage and working with Matthew Perry on Friends. Submit your story for Stage Right or Stage Shite: https://forms.gle/1p296t4Uu1F1XVvN9Host: Ingram NobleGuest: Irene WhiteProducers: Heather Spiden & Ingram NobleLinks:Ingram's Instagram: @ingramnobleIrene's Instagram: @theirenewhiteGET YOUR TICKETS FOR THE NAKED NEDS: www.thenakedneds.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/dramaschooldropout

St. Denis Medical is a mockumentary-style sitcom that premiered on NBC in 2024. The show is set in an underfunded hospital in Oregon, where overworked doctors and nurses strive to treat patients while juggling their own personal and professional challenges. St. Denis Medical was created by Eric Ledgin and Justin Spitzer. Spitzer best known for creating the hit show, Superstore. Will the S1E1 boys rate this one as high as they did Superstore? Listen as they deep dive the show's pilot episode, "Welcome To St. Denis". Starring: Wendi McLendon-Covey, Allison Tolman, Josh Lawson. Kahyun Kim, Mekki Leeper, David Alan Grier, Kaliko Kauahi, & Mindy Sterling. www.S1E1POD.com Instagram & X (Twitter): @S1E1POD

This episode originally aired in September of 2024.Comedian and actor Chris Grace has starred in NBC's Superstore, PEN15, and Broad City. Now he takes to the stage as one of the world's most famous actresses in his new comedy special on Dropout, Chris Grace as Scarlett Johansson. Chris graces our mics to talk about the special AND how he felt seen in the 1993 ensemble-driven drama, THE JOY LUCK CLUB. We get into a heartfelt conversation on Asian-American representation in cinema, the incomparable talent of Rosalind Chao,  and Chris answers the question: Am I a good person?Then Jordan has one quick thing about Ryan Coogler's forthcoming vampiric horror film Sinners. Michael B. Jordan, Michael B. Jordan again, and the gritty Hailee Steinfeld. ***With Jordan Crucchiola and Chris Grace. Feeling Seen is hosted by Jordan Crucchiola and is a production Maximum Fun.Need more Feeling Seen? Keep up with the show on Instagram and Bluesky.

In this episode we're tackling one of the most pressing issues in the grocery industry—food waste and accessibility—with a guest who's making a real impact. Jordan, President & COO at Flashfood and former head of global marketing at Impossible Foods, joins us to discuss the massive opportunity to rethink how we distribute, consume, and value food.Our conversation explores the surprising ways people are embracing the food rescue movement, how grocery stores are adapting to reduce shrink, and why cultural shifts, like the rise of vintage fashion, might hold the key to changing the way we think about food waste.To learn more go to https://flashfood.com/To learn more about who's behind this podcast and how we help food and beverage brands grow faster, visit https://www.ethicalfoodgroup.com/.Here's a summary of this interview:The Biggest Opportunity in Food: Jordan highlights the urgent need to optimize food distribution before focusing on adding more to the system—ensuring that what's already produced reaches consumers.Reframing Food Security: Traditional metrics focus on caloric intake rather than nutritional value. Flashfood aims to change that by prioritizing access to fresh, high-quality food at a fraction of the cost.Flashfood's Role in Reducing Waste: The app helps consumers buy groceries nearing their best-before dates at deep discounts, preventing high-quality food from ending up in landfills.Retailer Benefits: Grocery stores working with Flashfood not only reduce waste but also increase foot traffic, as app users visit stores 1.1 times more per month than average shoppers.Lessons from Impossible Foods: Jordan shares how Impossible's marketing success came from understanding cultural tailwinds—specifically, how chefs became the "rockstars" of food culture.Changing Consumer Habits: Flashfood is encouraging a shift in shopping behavior, making food rescue fun and accessible, while also helping families save hundreds of dollars a month.Viral Marketing Wins: The Flashfood team uses humor and curiosity—like their viral video about duct-taping eggs inside the fridge—to engage consumers and shift perceptions around food waste.Technology & AI Innovations: Flashfood is improving image quality, search functionality, and potentially expanding into prepared foods and bakery items to make the shopping experience even more seamless.Cooking & Creativity: Jordan encouraging people to experiment with what they have, reducing food waste while making mealtime more exciting.Dream Celebrity Endorsement: If Jordan could get one celebrity to endorse Flashfood, it would be Cardi B—because of her love for cooking, her connection to everyday people, and her "chaotic" yet relatable food experiments.

Welcome to Which Game First where we boldly explore the hilariously huge world of board games. Did we unearth any hidden treasures you've been missing out on? Let's find out! First up: We travel forward in time so we can shop in a mall from the 1990's in Superstore 3000Next: We build pyramids to honor […]

Most all of us like to be nice, but some people just feel like they were born to help others. They'll take any chance to provide assistance, big or small – unasked for (and, often, unthanked…) While being helpful is a good thing, it can also evolve into a people-pleasing attitude that can have surprisingly negative effects on the helper themselves (and sometimes even the people being “helped”!) So let's take a closer look at what's really going on with Helpers and People-Pleasers, what makes them different, the problems they can encounter, and what we can really learn from these tropes. Unpacking the difference between the Helper Trope and People-Pleaser Trope on screen, people who are forced to be helpers, the *negative* side effects that can come from being a people-pleaser, and beyond. Featuring Parks and Recreation's Leslie Knope, Black-ish's Rainbow Johnson, New Girl's Jess Day, Shōgun's Toda Mariko, Friends' Monica Geller, Superstore's Amy Sosa, and more! We take a look at people pleaser syndrome / why some people are people-pleasers, what a people-pleaser is, how it's different from just being a helpful person, and how being a people-pleaser can cause you problems Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Judy interviews Chris Grace from NBC's Superstore and his hit special  Chris Grace: As Scarlett Johansson. They tackle the hard hitting subjects like how a Chinese family found themselves in Mississippi, what Jewish families and Chinese families have in common, and how grief and loss can be interwoven into comedic narratives.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Networth and Chill, actor and comedian Nico Santos joins Vivian live from SXSW for an intimate conversation about his journey from beginnings in the Philippines to Hollywood success. Nico opens up about the financial lessons he learned while working retail before his breakout roles in "Superstore" and "Crazy Rich Asians," discusses navigating the entertainment industry as an immigrant and LGBTQ+ performer, and shares his approach to building wealth while staying true to himself. Don't miss this candid discussion about money, representation, and finding balance in the spotlight. Follow Nico on Instagram HERE! Follow the podcast on Instagram and TikTok! Got a financial question you want answered in a future episode? Email us at podcast@yourrichbff.com Thank you to our sponsors: Smartsheet and Intuit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the Bonfire publicity photos, Jay posed with the saddest face possible. Comic Felipe Esparza hangs out for the whole show as Jay educates him on different types of pornography. Felipe is best known for his multiple stand-up specials, winning Last Comic Standing and his recurring roles on “The Eric Andre Show”, “Superstore”, and “Gentefied”. He's also the host of a popular podcast called “What's Up Fool?" For tour dates go to felipesworld.com. Watch Jay's new special "Them" on Youtube and Bobby's events are at punchup.live/robertkelly. *To hear the full show to go www.siriusxm.com/bonfire to learn more FOLLOW THE CREW ON SOCIAL MEDIA: @thebonfiresxm @louisjohnson @christinemevans @bigjayoakerson @robertkellylive @louwitzkee @jjbwolfSubscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of The Bonfire ad-free and a whole week early.  Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus.

Text Me Your Thoughts On This EpisodeMike Gruwell is a skydiving entrepreneur, master rigger, and industry leader whose journey in the sport began with a single jump in 1995. What started as a passion quickly turned into a career, leading him to become an FAA Master Rigger, AFF Instructor, Tandem Instructor, and 4-way competitor.In 1999, he founded ChutingStar, which began as a small rigging loft and grew into one of the most recognized skydiving gear suppliers in the world. Over the years, it expanded to include online gear sales in 2005, a DeLand, Florida storefront in 2011, and an international online presence serving skydivers worldwide.His entrepreneurial drive didn't stop at skydiving. In 2012, inspired by his twin sons, he ventured into skateboarding, opening a skate shop and park, blending extreme sports culture with his deep commitment to quality gear and expert support. Throughout it all, his wife, Stephanie, has played a vital role in growing and structuring the business.Outside of skydiving and business, Mike is also a freelance drummer, proving that his love for rhythm extends from music to freefall. His journey is one of passion, innovation, and building a career in an industry he never originally planned to join—but now helps lead.Join us as we dive into Mike's journey from jumper to entrepreneur, his insights into the skydiving industry, and how he's shaped ChutingStar into what it is today.

This week on the SheerLuxe Vodcast, Nana Acheampong is joined by Mia Luckie, and TV presenter and reality star, Olivia Attwood. They start off with a discussion around everything new & noteworthy on their radars, from Mia's new Oura Ring, to glasses being back in style, NAD injections and Netflix's Zero Day & Superstore. The three then go onto chat about everything Olivia's been up to recently, including her first time at NYFW and her new Sunday radio show with Pete Wicks, as well as the filming of her third season of Getting Filthy Rich. Then, they dive into this week's celeb news & give their takes on Justin Bieber's recent questionable behaviour and Bonnie Blue & Lily Phillips' pregnancy hoaxes. Finally they answer your dilemmas… Subscribe For More | http://bit.ly/2VmqduQ Get SheerLuxe Straight To Your Inbox, Daily | http://sheerluxe.com/signup PANEL GUESTSOlivia Attwood | @olivia_attwood | https://www.instagram.com/olivia_attwood/ Nana Acheampong | @styledbynana | https://www.instagram.com/styledbynana/ Mia Luckie | @mialuckie | https://www.instagram.com/mialuckie/ NEW & NOTEWORTHYOura Ring | https://ouraring.com/ Zero Day | https://www.netflix.com/gb/title/81598435Superstore | https://www.netflix.com/gb/title/80061132MUSTN'T MISSThe Sunday Roast | https://tinyurl.com/23kyjrhf Getting Filthy Rich | https://tinyurl.com/4unxrnzp DILEMMASSo Wrong It's Right | https://tinyurl.com/33kdyhxy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Despite its undercurrent of warmth and optimism, The Office (US) went to some pretty dystopian places in its explorations of the workplace--which were really just reflections of the boring dystopia of our reality.In this episode, we look at how The Office fits within the context of Workplace Dystopian media, works such as Superstore, Office Space, Sorry to Bother You, and Silicon Valley. We also place The Office head-to-head with the most popular workplace dystopia on TV right now, Severance. Our discussion delves into how corporate companies like Dunder Mifflin and Lumon, and those in other workplace dystopian media, use tactics like Diversity Day or "waffle parties" to present a veneer of benevolence to distract workers from how terrible their jobs actually are.But, you know, in a fun way.We also introduce our new segment for this series: The Finer Things Club! We discuss E. M. Forster's novel A Room with a View. It's very exclusive.Further Reading:Corporate Erin on TikTokDefining a Boring DystopiaComparing the workplaces in The Office and Severance

In this episode, Jonathan and James navigate a mix of the absurd and the profound. They kick things off reminiscing about pandemic-era habits and the eerie realism of Superstore's COVID season. From there, they discuss a study showing that people are outsourcing their moral decisions to AI, much like a GPS leading them into a lake. This leads to a deep dive into the Fermi Paradox—if life is inevitable, where are all the aliens? Are they hiding, avoiding us, or have they all self-destructed in a cosmic tragedy? Things take a delightfully weird turn when they uncover research showing that ancient Egyptian mummies don't smell like dust and death, but rather pine and juniper. This revelation spirals into musings on historical smells, the underappreciated importance of scent in our daily lives, and—somehow—the best name for a nerdy stripper. It's a rollercoaster of logic, laughter, and lunacy, covering everything from the ethics of AI-driven warfare to the undeniable heartbreak of watching Godfather III. Buckle up.

If you've ever listened to us trade The Office references on the pod and thought, "why don't they just talk about The Office already?" this new series is for you!In your orientation packet, you'll find an overview of our thoughts on the American series in comparison with the original British version, and a quiz to discover which characters we are. We also go over a preview of the topics we plan to discuss in the coming episodes, including, but not limited to:Race, gender, class, and the dystopia of capitalism in The Office, but, like, in a fun wayThe Office in the context of other workplace media such as Office Space, Superstore, and Sorry to Bother YouThe show's examination of success, achievement, and happiness as defined by individual charactersRomantic relationships over the course of The Office's nine seasons, and how they compare to romances in other sitcomsThe Office's afterlife in pop culture

Annie and Mindy talk about what it takes to have a deep and lasting friendship. They discuss what brought them together, how they are alike and how they are not. They also talk about a divorce workbook, pets, kids, the trauma of ex-husbands, the difference between growing up in Detroit vs Miami, having parents who asked you to perform and parents who didn't, asking your teacher to “hang out”, Groundlings, tums, having no emergency contact, boundaries, and how Jim Rash is the center of the universe.  Bios:  Annie Sertich wanted to be a lawyer - instead ended up playing one opposite Denzel Washington. She wanted to be in the Super Bowl -instead she has sold tires, accepted M&M's, and recently appeared as Tina, the Geico caveman's wife during the commercial breaks. She is an actor, writer, and alumni of the famed Groundings Theatre where she also performs a one woman show called ‘How To Not Kill Yourself for 30 days…and the next 330.'  You'll hear her voice on various animated shows and see her on shows such as: “Grey's Anatomy/Station 19,” “Superstore,” “Silicon Valley,” “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” Roar,” to name a few. Mindy Sterling is a 2017 two time Emmy Nominee for Best Actress in Short Form Comedy or Drama for her work on Con Man and Secs and Execs. She is probably best known for her character portrayal of Frau Farbissina, Dr. Evil's German henchwoman and lover in all three Austin Powers Films. Other films are The Grinch Who Stole Christmas and Drop Dead Gorgeous. She currently recurs as Linda Schwartz on The Goldbergs and has guest starred on Grace and Frankie, A Series of Unfortunate Events, Legit, iCarly. Her voice over career consists of Legend of Korra, The Great North , American Dad, Family Guy, Loud House, Scooby Doo, Chowder to name a few. She is an alumni of The Groundlings and occasionally still directs and performs there.

What you should SEE in theaters, STREAM from the comfort of your own home or SKIP to save the time and money. This week, a new Blumhouse offering on an old horror character, a buddy comedy that takes place in one day, the best musician bio-pic parody of the 21st century and a fun new show from the minds behind Superstore!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Hilliard & guest-host writer/actor Dalila Ali Rajah sat down in a super fun, laugh-out-loud conversation with FRANCHESCA RAMSEY, actor, writer, producer and the creator/star of the award-winning series MTV Decoded! A former writer/correspondent for Comedy Central's The Nightly Show with Larry Wilmore, her first book, "Well That Escalated Quickly" was nominated for an NAACP award and named one of Amazon's best books of 2018. In 2021 she served as writer/co-producer on the iCarly reboot for Paramount+ and guest starred on NBC's Superstore.In the podcast space she serves as a co-producer and host of Wondery's Black History for Real, Acast's Lemme Fix it! and Audible's We Were All Rooting For You. As a content creator Franchesca has amassed over a million followers across multiple platforms with her comedic social commentary and catchy viral songs.Before her life as a writer and producer Franchesca worked as a graphic designer for brands including Maybelline, Ann Taylor and the City of Miami Beach. In 2024 Franchesca's debut feature was selected for the Sundance screenwriters fellowship program.This is another don't miss episode full of tips-and-tricks for all you artist dying to create their own series or build a career online! Our Motto: "We keep it GAME all day!" For information, Merch (T-SHIRTS/HOODIES), and all things Rant Room!Screenwritersrantroom.com https://screenwriters-rant-room.printify.me/productsSubscribe, like, follow, share & 5-star review! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Hilliard Guess on all social media@Hilliardguess.bsky.socialIG: @ScreenwritersRantRoom@Chescaleigh WE ARE NOW OPEN TO SPONSORSHIPS AND BRANDING OPPORTUNITIES⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: Screenwritersrantroom@gmail.comWe invest countless hours per week to deliver the actionable content that goes into this podcast. We appreciate your support! SCREENWRITER NETWORKS:OBSwriter.comBTFC.org Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/screenwriters-rant-room/message⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PODCASTS WE SUPPORT:2 Writers Talkin Shit: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2-writers-talking-shit/id1671253747 Hollywood Confessional: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hollywood-confessional/id1628848064?i=1000630276175 The Qube & Queer News: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/queer-news/id1595777135 A Conversation With Floyd Marshall Jr: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-conversation-with-host-floyd-marshall-jr/id1544499834 THEME SONG: Jack Spade WEBSITE: MQL2,Abigail Bloom & Laura Huie LOGOS: Rachel Musikanth RANT ROOM TEAM:Richard Scott - Creative ProducerTyler Musikanth - Associate ProducerBrooke Baltimore - MarketingTogo - Marketing

Food from a furniture store? I'm joined by Chris Grace from NBC's Superstore to tackle the largest furniture retailer in the world IKEA and their fabled Swedish Bistro which happens to be the 6th-largest food chain internationally! "Coffee and a biscuit" was where it all began in Sweden Despite being what they're known for, the Swedish Meatball (which isn't even actually Swedish) didn't hit the menu until the 80s, almost 30 years after open There were plans for a viking themed restaurant originally! A nightmare green hot dog and food made of mealworms?? A Yelper writes with whimsy and then drops it before the end and Chris thinks it's hacky "Fine" Dining is now on video! Head on over to my YouTube to watch this episode! Music by: James McEnelly (@Ramshackle_Music) Theme Song by: Gabe Alvarez (@spooky.gabe) Segment Transitions Voiced by: Sandy Rose "Fine" Dining is on Patreon! Get an extra episode every month (I closed the year with my Patreon exclusive episode covering rude-service-on-purpose restaurant chain Dick's Last Resort after driving to Las Vegas with friend and season 1 cheese correspondent Steven Zurita), extended Yelp from Strangers segments every other week, merch discounts, download access to our music including the 7 singles from our Olive Garden musical, and more! Patreon Producers: Joyce Van, & Sue Ornelas   Get the 5 Survival Tips for Casual Dining at www.finediningpodcast.com!   Send in your IKEA stories at finediningpodcast@gmail.com.   Follow the show on TikTok and Instagram @finediningpodcast Follow Chris on Instagram @chrisgracecomedy   Let me know where I should go next by leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, PodcastAddict, Overcast, or wherever you get your podcasts. I read every one!   Next week on "Fine" Dining: IKEA Swedish Bistro Review [Part Two]! Chris Grace returns to chat about the meatballs, the plethora of desserts, and his love of cafeterias as we break down the Good, the Not Good, and the Just There of IKEA. Ever work at IKEA? Send your stories to finediningpodcast@gmail.com.

ROBERT GREENBLATT is one of television's most prolific executives and producers, with a career spanning broadcast television, cable, streaming, and the Broadway stage. As Chairman of WarnerMedia Entertainment until 2020, he ran HBO, TNT, and oversaw the launch of HBO Max which — as Max — now has over 100 million subscribers.  As Chairman of NBC Entertainment from 2011 to 2018, he brought NBC back to #1 after a decade in last place with acclaimed series such as The Voice, the Chicago trilogy, This Is Us, The Blacklist, Smash, Superstore, and The Good Place. His passion for theatre resulted in reviving the lost art of live musicals on television and NBC became the proud home of The Sound of Music Live! (seen by 20 million people), Peter Pan Live!, The Wiz Live!, Hairspray Live!, the Emmy-winning Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert!, and Annie Live! (for which he was also executive producer). Greenblatt is a Peabody and Golden Globe-winning producer in television with credits that range broadly from The Gilded Age and Six Feet Under to The Hughleys, American Family, and Elvis. He is also a prolific Broadway producer and the recipient of four Tony Awards and two Oliviers. He is currently lead producer with Neil Meron and Steven Spielberg of the musical adaptation of Smash, which will debut on Broadway in April, 2025. Prior to NBC, Greenblatt was President of Showtime Networks from 2003 to 2010 engineering a significant renaissance of that cable network with a string of hits such as Weeds, Dexter, Shameless, Nurse Jackie, Californication, This American Life, and The Tudors. He began his career at Fox Broadcasting where he is responsible for indelible shows that included Beverly Hills, 90210, Melrose Place, The X-Files, Party of Five, Ally McBeal, King of the Hill, and The Sopranos, a pilot he developed that eventually found its way to HBO.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ROBERT GREENBLATT is one of television's most prolific executives and producers, with a career spanning broadcast television, cable, streaming, and the Broadway stage. As Chairman of WarnerMedia Entertainment until 2020, he ran HBO, TNT, and oversaw the launch of HBO Max which — as Max — now has over 100 million subscribers.  As Chairman of NBC Entertainment from 2011 to 2018, he brought NBC back to #1 after a decade in last place with acclaimed series such as The Voice, the Chicago trilogy, This Is Us, The Blacklist, Smash, Superstore, and The Good Place. His passion for theatre resulted in reviving the lost art of live musicals on television and NBC became the proud home of The Sound of Music Live! (seen by 20 million people), Peter Pan Live!, The Wiz Live!, Hairspray Live!, the Emmy-winning Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert!, and Annie Live! (for which he was also executive producer). Greenblatt is a Peabody and Golden Globe-winning producer in television with credits that range broadly from The Gilded Age and Six Feet Under to The Hughleys, American Family, and Elvis. He is also a prolific Broadway producer and the recipient of four Tony Awards and two Oliviers. He is currently lead producer with Neil Meron and Steven Spielberg of the musical adaptation of Smash, which will debut on Broadway in April, 2025. Prior to NBC, Greenblatt was President of Showtime Networks from 2003 to 2010 engineering a significant renaissance of that cable network with a string of hits such as Weeds, Dexter, Shameless, Nurse Jackie, Californication, This American Life, and The Tudors. He began his career at Fox Broadcasting where he is responsible for indelible shows that included Beverly Hills, 90210, Melrose Place, The X-Files, Party of Five, Ally McBeal, King of the Hill, and The Sopranos, a pilot he developed that eventually found its way to HBO.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

***Listen to GFY on the radio!***You can now hear the show LIVE on the radio in the Los Angeles area on NPR station LAist 89.3 FM. You can also stream the show live around the world at LAist.com (Click the big “Listen” button at the top of the page.)Airtimes: Saturdays at 10am & 5pm. Sundays at 8pm. (All times Pacific)—--Trivia is the “T” Word on this brand new episode of Go Fact Yourself! In this episode…Guests:Cameron Esposito is a comedian who had a major revelation during the pandemic: She found out she has bipolar disorder. She'll tell us how she learned to embrace her diagnosis and why doing stand-up is so much better than writing a book.Chris Grace is perhaps best known for his role as Jerry in the show “Superstore.” The series always had a devoted following, but in recent years its audience has grown even larger. Chris will tell us about some of his favorite fan interactions and how he perfected the art of deadpan. Areas of ExpertiseCameron: The TV show “The L Word,” women-led action movies, and catholicism.Chris: The podcast “Never Not Funny,” the film Everything Everywhere All At Once, and the poem “The Road Less Traveled.”What's the Difference: Heart's DesireWhat's the difference between a cardiac arrest and a heart attack?What's the difference between a desire and a craving?With guest experts:Jimmy Pardo: Comedian and creator of the podcast Never Not Funny. He was also a contestant on the very first episode of Go Fact Yourself.Daniel Sea: Actor known for the role of Max on the Showtime series “The L Word.”Hosts: J. Keith van StraatenHelen HongCredits:Theme Song by Jonathan Green.Maximum Fun's Senior Producer is Laura Swisher.Co-Producer and Editor is Julian Burrell.Seeing our next live-audience shows in LA by YOU!

Steve Agee (Peacemaker, The Sarah Silverman Program, Superstore) joins the Spiel boys to talk about the very festive, very zany, and incredibly dark family film Gremlins, produced by Steven Spielberg, directed by Joe Dante, and starring Zach Galligan and Phoebe Cates. The trio discuss the film's reception upon release, why it still holds up today, how it helped usher in the PG-13 rating, how devastatingly gorgeous Phoebe Cates is, and how Gremlins grew out of the famous unmade Spielberg evil aliens movie titled Night Skies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After an opening discussion of the powerful response of the South Korean people and their labor movement to last week's attempted coup, we dive into out headlines. We've got updates on the organizing drive by Boston doctors, Amazon Teamsters, workers at the Noguchi Museum, and the jackass owners of Bigfoot Beverages. The Teamsters blasted Costco this week for its ramped up union busting during ongoing contract negotiations. VW workers in Germany are in the midst of a historic series of warning strikes that could greatly expand in the coming year. An auto parts company in NY is facing a class action lawsuit for superexploiting their immigrant workforce. New York is facing a lawsuit itself for enabling systematic wage theft of home health workers. Finally, we discuss the proposed "4 day workweek" being tested in Japan. Join the discord: discord.gg/tDvmNzX  Follow the pod at instagram.com/workstoppage, @WorkStoppagePod on Twitter,  John @facebookvillain, and Lina @solidaritybee More info on the show at http://workstoppagepod.com/

Introduction & Casual Talk [00:00-02:06]: Hosts Chris and Matt start with a casual talk about the weather and the impact of early nights. NFL Week 14 & Sports Betting [02:07-04:30]: Chris introduces NFL Week 14, highlighting the Eagles' performance. They transition into a segment involving sports betting. Top Sneakers of 2024, per StockX [04:31-06:00]: A brief digression into top sneaker rankings for 2024 as seen on StockX, with a critical yet playful review of the Puma Speedcat OG and other models. [06:01-11:20]: Chris and Matt critique the rest of the sneaker list from StockX, from Air Jordan 4 to Adidas AE1 and the Nike Dunk High Wu-Tang. They share opinions on aesthetics, functionality, and whether the selections truly merit top-ten status. Kevin James ChatGPT Quiz [11:21-22:30]: Chris presents a Kevin James quiz created via ChatGPT. Topics include Kevin James' breakout role (The King of Queens), his real last name, and his notable career moments. Matt scores impressively, showing knowledge about James' high school wrestling days and his roles in films like Zookeeper. Media and Pop Culture [22:31-27:33]: Chris and Matt shift to TV shows, discussing Superstore and Say Nothing. They praise the storytelling and humor, with Matt re-watching Superstore. Philadelphia Eagles & NFL Analysis [27:34-30:45]: The conversation returns to football, specifically the Eagles' season. Matt predicts a strong finish and criticizes ESPN's power rankings. They also evaluate key games impacting playoff outcomes. College Football & Flag Planting Controversy [30:46-46:00]: College football takes the spotlight, including rivalries, flag-planting incidents, and Jason Avant's involvement in a Michigan-Ohio State post-game scuffle. They reflect on playoff decisions, specifically Alabama's inclusion, expressing skepticism. Personal Anecdotes & Closing Thoughts [46:01-End]: Lighthearted commentary on rail travel in the U.S., holiday activities, and quirky personal experiences, like Chris dealing with car repairs. The episode ends with reflections on the highs and lows of the football season.

A 49-year-old Filipina's death in Burnaby, Canada sent shockwaves among the Filipinos in her community as she was killed by two young men aged 21 years old and 15 years old. Her burned remains would be discovered in Greentree Village Park, near a children's playground. Her family, friends, and the rest of her community have been in mourning since her violent death.“She did not deserve her fate,” said her longtime friend. Maria Cecilia Loreto, who often went by Mycel, was among the many hardworking Filipinos abroad, striving to attain a better life. Through her best efforts, she was able to bring her family to Canada.However, she would not be able to spend any more time with them as her life was gruesomely taken away by two men. It was believed that the victim and suspects knew each other, and that the incident was planned.Maria Cecilia Loreto was better known as Maricel or Mycel, a combination of her names Maria and Cecilia, to her friends and family. She arrived in Vancouver, Canada in 2011, and has since been working multiple jobs; one including at a Superstore.CONNECT WITH US▸ https://linktr.ee/phmurderstoriesHere are links to our social media accounts, case photos, episode notes, and sources!YOUTUBE▸ www.youtube.com/phmurderstories DISCORD SERVER▸ https://bit.ly/3n38Tuh IG CHANNEL▸ https://ig.me/j/AbaOmN2HytgKay0F/ SUPPORT OUR SHOW ON PATREON▸ www.patreon.com/phmurderstories

Has NBC found its new Superstore? Are we ready for an emotionally brutal series? How will this game of cat and mouse end? And what's our advice for a D.C. detective? Tune in to find out!Timestamps:  00:46 - St. Denis Medical (NBC)06:14 - Say Nothing (FX/Hulu)12:23 - The Day of the Jackal (Peacock)18:42 - Cross (Prime Video)  Edited with thanks to Playlyst StudiosConnect with us:  Buy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/thepilotpodcast | Visit us at thepilotpodcast.com | Email us at askthepilotpodcast@gmail.com | Follow us @ThePilotPod on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok | Please leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts

Superstore creator Justin Spitzer has teamed up with Eric Ledgin for a new sitcom set at an Oregon hospital. Is it goofier than the subject matter demands? Stephanie Early Green returns to talk about it. Around The Dial takes us through Married At First Sight, Anatomy Of Lies, Sister Wives, Cruel Doubt, and The Penguin. Stephanie pitches the 10th episode of Australia's Instant Hotel's first season for induction into The Canon. Then, after naming the week's Winner and Loser, we close up with a Game Time about TV shows that burned brightly, but too briefly (and...not always brightly). Put your feet up -- in or out of traction; that's up to you -- and join us! GUESTS

I don't know about you... I'm shopping at the place with the Turducken collider! 

This week we discuss the disgraced former CEO of A&F, Britain's new plan for fat people receiving assistance, and Guy Branam's take on being “gifted.” Then we interview Superstore's Chris Grace about his new show on Dropout, Chris Grace: As Scarlett Johansson.

Johnny Pemberton, brilliant comedian and actor (Superstore, Fallout), re-joins the DTFH! Have you heard about the #1 paranormal and conspiracy investigation podcast in the world? Of course not, *they* don't want you to know. Seek out The Leather Rose on your favorite honest podcasting platform, and remove the caul from your prismatic brain! Oh yeah, and Johnny has a website, it has his tour dates and stuff. JohnnyPemberton.dog Original music by Aaron Michael Goldberg and Duncan Trussell. This episode is brought to you by: VB Health - Visit LoadBoost.com and use code DUNCAN for 10% off of your first order! Uncommon Goods - Visit UncommonGoods.com/Duncan to get 15% Off your first hand-picked gift! Squarespace - Use offer code: DUNCAN to save 10% on your first site.

It's been a tough year for Boeing. It started with a door panel falling off of a plane in mid-flight. Then machinists at the company went on strike. This week, Boeing announced it would raise $19bn in an effort to keep its credit rating from being cut to junk. Today on the show, the FT's Chicago correspondent Claire Bushey joins Rob Armstrong to discuss whether Boeing is too big to fail – and if it's worth the wait for investors. Also, we go long Superstore and Halloween.For a free 30-day trial to the Unhedged newsletter go to: https://www.ft.com/unhedgedofferYou can email Robert Armstrong at robert.armstrong@ft.com and Katie Martin at katie.martin@ft.com. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello Evil Men listeners! This week we welcome comedian and actor Johnny Pemberton (Fallout, Superstore) to talk about the incredibly successful and shady television phenomenon known as Dr. Oz. Enjoy! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

Jackie Clarke is a prolific comedy writer, producer, and director. Her credits include much beloved shows like Happy Endings and Superstore. Jackie was also a fixture at The Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre in NYC, where she performed on house teams Respecto Montalban, and Death by Roo Roo.Jackie and Will talk about the 22nd Street days of UCB, and how she was able to persevere to become a successful TV writer, and show runner. They also discuss how Jackie introduced Will to his wife Amber, and the different paths improvisors take as they navigate the entertainment industry.Recorded at Jett Road Studios------------------LIFE IN COMEDYInstagramJETT ROAD STUDIOSWebsiteInstagramYouTube

Comedian and actor Chris Grace has starred in NBC's Superstore, PEN15, and Broad City. Now he takes to the stage as one of the world's most famous actresses in his new comedy special on Dropout, Chris Grace as Scarlett Johansson. Chris graces our mics to talk about the special AND how he felt seen in the 1993 ensemble-driven drama, THE JOY LUCK CLUB. We get into a heartfelt conversation on Asian-American representation in cinema, the incomparable talent of Rosalind Chao,  and Chris answers the question: Am I a good person?Then Jordan has one quick thing about Ryan Coogler's forthcoming vampiric horror film Sinners. Michael B. Jordan, Michael B. Jordan again, and the gritty Hailee Steinfeld. ***With Jordan Crucchiola and Chris Grace.

In this episode, TeaRon and Tiera Janee dive into the first four episodes of Hulu's new comedy series How To Die Alone. Starring Natasha Rothwell (Insecure), the show follows Melissa, a JFK airport worker stuck in a rut, until a near-death experience shakes up her life. While the series aims for the quirky humor of Superstore and The Office, does it deliver? Tune in to hear our thoughts on the cast, the comedy, and whether this show is worth the watch! –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––About UBIQUITOUS BLACKS REVIEWS:'Ubiquitous Blacks Reviews' is an extension of the Ubiquitous Blacks Podcast where TeaRon (IG: @tearonworld) is joined alongside Tiera Janee' (IG: @tieratakes_) as the two review the latest in Black Movies, TV Shows, and more. These hilariously entertaining reviews are directed at discussing media that appeals to Black/African people around the world in the diaspora.You can watch the episodes on the official YouTube channel, and you can also listen to the full unedited episodes wherever you listen to podcasts.Send us a textSupport the showFollow and Interact With Us: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Threads

Electronic music pioneer Howard Jones joins us to talk about everything from classic hits such as "Things Can Only Get Better" and "No One is to Blame" to his recent live album, Live at the O2. PART ONEPaul and Scott remind our listeners to send in their favorite lyric line, as well as their least favorite lines from songs they otherwise love. Then Richard Evans joins us to talk about his book Listening to the Music the Machines Make. PART TWOOur in-depth conversation with Howard JonesABOUT HOWARD JONESElectronic music pioneer Howard Jones first exploded on the scene in 1983 with his synthesizer-led UK Top 5 pop hit “New Song.” His debut album, Human's Lib, reached #1 in 1984 in the UK and featured the hits “New Song” and “What Is Love?” In 1985, Howard released the follow-up, Dream Into Action, which became a Top Ten Platinum album in the US and featured the smash hits “Things Can Only Get Better,” “Life In One Day,” “No One Is To Blame,” and “Like To Get To Know You Well.” Other highlights from subsequent albums include “You Know I Love You…Don't You?” which hit the Top 20, as well as the US hit “Everlasting Love.”  To date, Howard Jones has sold over 10 million albums and continues to make new music and tour the world. His hits can be heard in high-profile television series and films such as “Stranger Things,” “Breaking Bad,” “Watchmen,” “The Carrie Diaries,” “Superstore” and “Bumblebee”. His most recent studio album is Dialogue, which was released in September, 2022, completing a trilogy of electronic releases that also includes the multimedia project Engage from 2015 and the studio album Transform from 2019. In August he released Live at the O2, which was recorded earlier this year at the famed London arena.

In this episode of No Dumb Questions, we dive deep into the world of TV writing and what it truly takes to make it in Hollywood. As someone who's always been captivated by the entertainment industry, today's topic is particularly exciting for me. And to make it even better, we have an extraordinary guest who's worked on incredible shows like Loot and Superstore—plus, she's collaborated with comedy royalty like Maya Rudolph! Today, I'm thrilled to introduce you to Vicky Luu —an incredibly talented writer and producer in her own right. This episode feels especially personal because Vicky is not only a powerhouse in Hollywood, but she's also my partner Ray's older sister ;) We're going to explore Vicky's journey from her early days as a Production Assistant on shows like Family Guy and the 90210 reboot, to her rise as Co-Executive Producer of hit series like Superstore and Loot. Over the past two years, I've come to see just how humble and down-to-earth Vicky is, despite her quiet success. She's truly one of the most genuine people I've met in this industry. So, let's give a warm welcome to Vicky Luu!

This week Christy introduces Anneliese to the largest gas station store across the nation: Bucc-ees. During the pod, Christy and Anneliese discuss what dry drunk means and fangirl over Anneliese's gas station jeans. They share their first time trying Bucc-ee's hot and fresh brisket and give you their very demure Bucc-ee's haul. Finally, Christy and Anneliese read a fan letter asking for advice about a sibling fallout involving a house sitting catastrophe. Do Anneliese and Christy get recognized for their tv roles? Do Christy and Anneliese like Beaver Nuggets?? And what crazy punishment does Christy have to do after losing a game???Follow us at @Bignamespod on Instagram and TikTok.Follow Christy Carlson Romano at @thechristycarlsonromano on Instagram and @christycarlsonromano on TikTok.Follow Anneliese van der Pol at @anneliesevanderpol on Instagram and @anneliesevdp on TikTok. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John welcomes writer-director Betsy Thomas (Superior Donuts, Superstore) to finally discuss writing multi-camera sitcoms. Using famous sitcom scripts as guides, they look at how multi-cam sets itself apart through its unique formatting and production, how it utilizes blocking, its surprising limitations in post, and the live studio audience. But Betsy is more than just a talented creative – she's also the secretary-treasurer of the WGA West. Who better to lead us through the WGA annual report and look at writer income and residuals in the wake of the strike? We also follow up on gains for writing teams and un-locked pages, and answer listener questions on flashbacks, punctation, and untrustworthy producers. In our bonus segment for premium members, Betsy explains to John and Megana what makes golf such a wonderful sport. Links: Betsy Thomas on Wikipedia and IMDb Megana Rao on Twitter and IMDb WGA West Annual Report Writer Earnings Fell $600 Million Due to Strike and Industry Contraction, WGA Says by Gene Maddus for Variety Cheers – “Give Me a Ring Sometime” by Glen and Les Charles Cheers – “Father Knows Last” Night Court – “Pilot” by Dan Rubin Friends – “Pilot” by David Crane & Marta Kauffman What My Adult Autism Diagnosis Finally Explained by Mary HK Choi for The Cut Unstable – Season 2 on Netflix (hooray Megana Rao!) Wicked Little Letters on Netflix Get a Scriptnotes T-shirt! Check out the Inneresting Newsletter Gift a Scriptnotes Subscription or treat yourself to a premium subscription! Craig Mazin on Threads and Instagram John August on Threads, Instagram, X and Mastodon Outro by Matthew Chilelli (send us yours!) Scriptnotes is produced by Drew Marquardt, with help this week by Megana Rao. It is edited by Matthew Chilelli. Email us at ask@johnaugust.com You can download the episode here.

The boys cover the Season 5 patch notes before getting into their first impressions/review of the new season. 00:00:00 - Teaser & intro 00:03:02 - Multiplayer patch notes 00:19:39 - Warzone patch notes 01:03:58 - Creator call gives new info 01:09:09 - First impressions: good 01:24:42 - Neutral 01:41:31 - Bad 01:52:22 - Acknowledgments & announcements Note: timestamps may be slightly misaligned on podcast apps (but not on YouTube) due to dynamic ads. The podcast is available wherever you listen to podcasts, and ad-free & early access versions - as well as bonus episodes - are available to all of our Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/thedropshot) supporters. We stream the podcast live on our website (https://www.thedropshot.com/live) every Thursday and Saturday afternoon at 12 o'clock Pacific Time. We typically start the stream 30 minutes early to answer viewer questions, banter, and chat. Links for everything are below. Thanks for checking us out!

The boys cover the Season 5 blog post and roadmap, including the addition of Superstore coming to Urzikstan, before getting into some juicy CoD Next and Black Ops 6 details. 00:00:00 - Teaser & intro 00:04:26 - Season 5 blog post - roadmap overview 00:16:20 - Multiplayer 00:34:03 - Warzone 01:09:50 - Sponsored by us 01:12:34 - New guns/AMPs 01:35:31 - Official CoD Podcast reveals CoD Next/BO6 info. 01:50:23 - Acknowledgments & announcements Note: timestamps may be slightly misaligned on podcast apps (but not on YouTube) due to dynamic ads. The podcast is available wherever you listen to podcasts, and ad-free & early access versions - as well as bonus episodes - are available to all of our Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/thedropshot) supporters. We stream the podcast live on our website (https://www.thedropshot.com/live) every Thursday and Saturday afternoon at 12 o'clock Pacific Time. We typically start the stream 30 minutes early to answer viewer questions, banter, and chat. Links for everything are below. Thanks for checking us out!

President Zelensky denounced the deadly airstrike on the crowded DIY superstore as an act of Russian madness. Also: massive fire at games arcade in India, and the Disney composer Richard Sherman dies aged 95.