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Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast

Starburns Audio

Comedian and actor Gilbert Gottfried, a man Stephen King once called “a national treasure,” talks with the show business legends, icons and behind-the-scenes talents who shaped his childhood and influenced his comedy. Along with co-host and fellow pop culture fanatic Frank Santopadre, Gilbert is joined by comics, actors, musicians, talk show hosts, writers and other eyewitnesses to Hollywood history, including Bruce Dern, Chevy Chase, “Weird Al” Yankovic, Adam West, Steve Buscemi, Micky Dolenz, Jim

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GGACP Classic: Richard Belzer

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2023/02/23

GGACP salutes the life and career of the late, great actor-comedian Richard Belzer by revisiting this memorable interview from back in 2018. In this episode, Richard is joined by former GGACP guests Tom Leopold and Paul Shaffer for a hilarious round-table discussion of essential topics, including: the glory days of Catch a Rising Star, the Jackie Mason-Ed Sullivan feud, the infamous Chevy Chase roast and the war between Gallagher and “Gallagher Too.” Also, Señor Wences sells the act, Alan King lusts

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84:35

Andrew Bergman Encore

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2023/02/20

"Serpentine!" GGACP celebrates the birthday (February 20) of screenwriter-director Andrew Bergman with this ENCORE of a memorable interview from 2019. In this episode, Andrew regales Gilbert and Frank with behind-the-scenes stories from two of cinema's most iconic comedies, "Blazing Saddles" and "The In-Laws," and reminisces about working with legends George Burns, Red Buttons, Maximilian Schell, Jack Warden and (notably) Marlon Brando. Also, Johnny Carson turns down the Waco Kid, Richard Libertini

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96:54

Peter Riegert Encore

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2023/02/16

GGACP celebrates the 40th Anniversary of the acclaimed comedy “Local Hero” (released February 17, 1983) by revisiting this 2018 interview with one of Gilbert and Frank’s favorite actors, Peter Riegert. In this episode, Peter discusses the fleeting nature of fame, the contrivances of romantic comedies, the randomness of on-screen chemistry and the profound influence of Charlie Chaplin, Buster Keaton and the Marx Brothers. Also, James Garner lays down the law, Burt Lancaster marches on Washington,

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90:29

Rick Overton Encore

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2023/02/13

GGACP commemorates the 30th Anniversary of the classic comedy “Groundhog Day” (released February 12, 1993) with an ENCORE presentation of a 2017 interview with comedian, actor and Emmy-winning writer Rick Overton. In this episode, Rick talks about everything from incidental sitcom music to the Beatles’ animated series to the underrated mimicry of Frank Gorshin. Also, Barney Fife screws up his courage, Ian McKellen prank calls Patrick Stewart, Rick hangs with Kurt Vonnegut and Captain Nemo meets the

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87:20

GGACP Classic: Tom Scharpling

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2023/02/09

GGACP celebrates the birthday (February 9th) of comedian, TV writer and host of the popular Internet show/podcast “The Best Show,” Tom Scharpling by revisiting this memorable interview from 2017. In this episode, Tom weighs in on a wide range of topics, including the comic genius of Martin Short (and Charles Grodin), the self-importance of Jerry Lewis, the body count of “Death Wish 3” and the forgotten history of “Saturday Night Live.” Also: Jimmie Walker breaks out, Harry Shearer holds out, Tom

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104:15

Sitcom Writers Roundtable Encore with Dave Hackel,...

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2023/02/06

GGACP celebrates the birthday (February 5th) of legendary comedy writer Bernie Orenstein with an ENCORE of a roundtable discussion featuring an all-star panel of TV comedy writers, including Dave Hackel (“Wings,” “Becker”), John Markus (“The Cosby Show,” “The Larry Sanders Show”) and Bill Persky (“The Dick Van Dyke Show,” “That Girl”). In this episode, the boys discuss failed pilots, troublesome actors, bad network notes, the versatility of Danny Kaye and the volatility of Buddy Hackett. Also, John

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116:37

GGACP Classic: John Schuck

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2023/02/02

GGACP celebrates the birthday (February 4th) of veteran stage and screen actor John Schuck by revisiting this memorable interview from 2021. In this episode, John looks back at his six-decade career in show business and talks about turning down movie roles, guesting on game shows, canoodling with Elizabeth Taylor, portraying both Herman Munster and Daddy Warbucks and working alongside icons Robert Altman, Warren Beatty, George Burns, Richard Burton and Rock Hudson. Also, Bud Cort takes flight, James

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81:41

Joe Dante Encore

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2023/01/30

GGACP marks the 30th anniversary of the cult comedy “Matinee” (released January 29, 1993) with an ENCORE presentation of a fascinating 2016 interview with director-producer Joe Dante. In this episode, Joe discusses everything from his love of Disney films to apprenticing for Roger Corman to developing the ill-fated “Jaws 3, People 0.” Also, Joe auditions Rod Steiger, ad-libs with Tony Randall, passes on “Orca, Part II” and pays tribute to William Castle. PLUS: Keye Luke! Brother Theodore! “Bride of

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91:30

GGACP Classic: Phil Rosenthal

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2023/01/26

GGACP celebrates the birthday (January 27) of a favorite guest of Gilbert and Frank, Emmy-winning writer-producer Phil Rosenthal, by revisiting his first appearance from back in 2018. In this episode, Phil weighs in on a number of compelling topics, including the "sex appeal" of comedians, the ingeniousness of "Tootsie" (and "The Swimmer"!) and the realism and relatability of "The Honeymooners." Also, Lucy loses a ring, George Burns nabs an Oscar, Robert Mitchum straps on an apron and Phil remembers

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72:27

Marvin Kaplan Encore

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2023/01/23

GGACP celebrates the birthday (January 24) of the late, great character actor Marvin Kaplan with this ENCORE of a wildly entertaining conversation from 2016. In this episode, Marvin looks back on his memorable appearance in "It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World" and recalls working with screen legends Charlie Chaplin, Katharine Hepburn, Clark Gable, Jack Lemmon, Paul Newman and Lon Chaney Jr. (just to name a few). Also, Marvin praises Sam Jaffe, props up Broderick Crawford, remembers Zero Mostel and

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71:38

GGACP Classic: Tippi Hedren

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2023/01/19

GGACP celebrates the birthday (January 19) of screen icon and activist Tippi Hedren by revisiting this memorable interview from 2017. In this episode, Tippi talks about her absorbing memoir ("Tippi"), her collaborations with co-stars Marlon Brando and Rod Taylor, her turbulent relationship with the legendary Alfred Hitchcock and her fifty-year mission to rescue and protect wild animals. Also, Cary Grant pays a visit, Sean Connery pays a compliment, JFK makes his move and Tippi befriends a raven from

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85:30

Andrea Martin Encore

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2023/01/16

GGACP celebrates the birthday (January 15) of Tony and Emmy-winning actress-comedian Andrea Martin with this ENCORE presentation of an interview from 2018. In this episode, Andrea talks about the long-lost era of variety television, the strange world of Internet celebrity, the proposed "SCTV" reunion and the origin of classic characters Edith Prickley and Perini Scleroso. Also, Merv Griffin signs off, Bob Dylan overstays his welcome, Lee Grant crushes on Gilbert and Andrea remembers her friends John

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96:57

GGACP Classic: Michael H. Weber

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2023/01/12

GGACP celebrates the birthday of a friend and a recurring guest, Oscar-nominated screenwriter Michael H. Weber ("The Disaster Artist," "500 Days of Summer," " The Fault in Our Stars") with this CLASSIC of a frequently hilarious interview from 2018. In this episode, Michael discusses the studio development process, the many eccentricities of Marlon Brando (and Tommy Wiseau), the cinema of Richard Curtis and the importance of truth in storytelling. Also, Jane Fonda takes a seat, Bill Murray thanks

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58:53

Larry Storch Encore

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2023/01/09

The creative team, fans and followers of the Amazing Colossal Podcast celebrate what would have been the 100th (!) birthday (January 8, 1923) of the late, great actor-comedian Larry Storch with this ENCORE of an interview conducted in Larry's New York City home in the spring of 2014. In this much-loved episode, Larry talks about his days in burlesque and (mob-owned) nightclubs, his gift for accents and dialects, his decades-long friendships with Don Adams and Tony Curtis and his memories of everyone

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81:48

GGACP Classic: Stuart Margolin

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2023/01/05

GGACP marks the recent passing of one of Gilbert and Frank's favorite character actors, Stuart Margolin, by revisiting this entertaining interview from 2016. In this episode, Stuart looks back on his 55-year career in films and television and shares stories about "Love, American Style," "Death Wish," his pop songwriting career and his decades-long friendship with "Rockford Files" co-star James Garner. Also, Stuart directs Uncle Miltie, casts Marvin Gaye, imitates Maxwell Smart and pens a tune for

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99:12

Tim Matheson Encore

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2023/01/02

GGACP celebrates the birthday of actor-director Tim Matheson (December 31) with this ENCORE of a memorable interview from 2018. In this episode, Tim reflects on the 40th anniversary of "Animal House," discusses his onscreen chemistry with co-star Peter Riegert and recalls his working relationship (and friendship) with John Belushi. Also, Tim takes a lesson from Henry Fonda, takes a call from Steven Spielberg, shares a bed with Mel Brooks and shares the screen with Tim Conway and Don Knotts. PLUS:

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91:37

GGACP Classic: Dick Cavett & Robert Bader

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2022/12/29

GGACP salutes the new PBS documentary "Groucho and Cavett" with this ENCORE of a 2020 interview with legendary TV personality Dick Cavett and author-producer (and the documentary's writer-director) Robert Bader. In this episode, Dick and Robert weigh in on a variety of topics while looking back at Groucho Marx's numerous appearances on "The Dick Cavett Show." Also, Johnny Carson disses Jerry Lewis, Zeppo misses Chico's wedding, Cary Grant romances Amelia Earhart and Danny Kaye zings the Duchess of

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John Amos Encore

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2022/12/26

GGACP celebrates the birthday (December 27) of “Good Times” and “Roots” star John Amos with this ENCORE of a memorable interview from 2016. In this episode, John reminisces about everything from his days as a struggling comic to his breakthrough role on “The Mary Tyler Moore Show” to working with Eddie Murphy and James Earl Jones in “Coming to America.” Also, John remembers Ted Knight, cuts up with Tim Conway, shares the screen with Lena Horne and moves into Archie Bunker’s old house. PLUS: Yaphet

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GGACP Classic: CHRISTMAS 2019 with MARIO CANTONE

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2022/12/22

GGACP celebrates Christmas 2022 with this winter blast from the past (from 2019) with actor-comedian Mario Cantone. In this episode, Mario and the boys discuss misleading movie titles, politically correct Christmas carols, the genius of Paul Frees (and Frank Loesser) and the 80th anniversary of “The Wizard of Oz.” Also: Jack Cassidy teams with Jim Backus, Judy Garland locks horns with Busby Berkeley, Ricardo Montalban serenades Esther Williams and Gilbert gets accosted by Snow White. PLUS:

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107:04

Terry Zwigoff Encore

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2022/12/19

GGACP ushers in Christmas week with this ENCORE of a VERY candid interview with the director of the holiday classic "Bad Santa," Terry Zwigoff ("Crumb," Ghost World"). In this episode, Terry shares his thoughts on misbehaving movie stars, tacked-on happy endings, the twisted genius of Drew Friedman and the comedy stylings of Margaret Dumont. Also, Cloris Leachman requests a nude scene, Mickey Rooney auditions to play an elf, Woody Allen mistakes Gilbert for a Native American (!) and Terry professes

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