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Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast

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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38:46

Mini #144: Gilbert & Frank Read Listener Tweets, Part 2

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2017/12/28

Maurice Chevalier! Sandler and Young! Saluting Rutger Hauer! Dining with Dick Van Dyke! And Jimmy Fallon nails a Gilbert impression! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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82:29

187. Mario Cantone

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2017/12/25

Fan favorite and GGACP holiday fixture Mario Cantone drops by the studio to chime in on everything from the infamous Bette Davis-Joan Crawford feud to the not-so-special effects of "Mighty Joe Young" to the strange predilections of Frosty the Snowman. Also, Dracula plays heavy metal, Carol Kane plays Gilbert's wife, Mario learns the Perfecto Telles story (!) and the co-hosts rank the best (and worst) adaptations of "A Christmas Carol." PLUS: Dueling Dylans! "The Bear Who Slept Through Christmas"

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29:34

Mini #143: Obscure Christmas Movies

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2017/12/21

This week: Grizzly Adams to the rescue! Gilbert dons a Santa suit! Frank Capra cries plagiarism! Rod Serling meets Charles Dickens! And the squirrel that saved Christmas! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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87:42

186. Art Metrano

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2017/12/18

Another of Gilbert and Frank's favorite funnymen, actor and comedian Art Metrano looks back on his 50+ year career in film and television, his friendships with performers like Cornel Wilde, Elliott Gould and Robert Mitchum and his miraculous (and inspirational) recovery from a life-threatening injury. Also, Johnny Carson cracks up, Huntz Hall measures up, Buddy Hackett lays even money and Art parties with Lenny Bruce (and Clint Eastwood). PLUS: Jim Brown! "Night of the Hunter"! Raymond Burr goes it

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41:08

Mini #142: Gilbert & Frank Read Listener Tweets

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2017/12/14

This week: Peter Lorre groupies! The last surviving Munchkin! In praise of Rupert Holmes (and Joyce Van Patten)! Vincent Price gets lucky! And Gilbert defends Lon Chaney Jr! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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81:06

185. Billy Saluga

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2017/12/11

Gilbert and Frank track down one of their favorite performers, comedian and variety show mainstay Bill (Raymond J. Johnson Jr.) Saluga, who recalls his years in the sketch group The Ace Trucking Company and reminisces about working with everyone from Redd Foxx to Billy Barty to John Lennon. Also, Bill rooms with John Byner, David Frye hits on the ladies, Dick Shawn roasts Uncle Miltie and Bob Dylan pays tribute to Ray J. Johnson. PLUS: Gypsy Boots! "The Steve Allen Comedy Hour"! Bill improvises with

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32:41

Mini #141: J.J. Wall: Part 2

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2017/12/07

This week: Clint Eastwood writes a check! Bob Newhart rights a wrong! Rodney Dangerfield throws in the towel! The comic genius of Patrick Warburton! And the glory years of Catch a Rising Star! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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93:04

184. Ed. Weinberger

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2017/12/04

Gilbert and Frank are joined by veteran comedy writer and producer Ed. Weinberger, who looks back on six decades' worth of career highlights, including touring Vietnam with Bob Hope, penning jokes for Johnny Carson, firing Tony Clifton (but not Andy Kaufman) and befriending the late, great Dick Gregory. Also, Dino hits the sauce, Vaughn Meader hits the skids, George C. Scott hits the roof and Ed. remembers the infamous Harry Crane. PLUS: When Orangutans Attack! "Ted Baxter's Famous Broadcasters'

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35:03

Mini #140: Writer-comedian J.J. Wall: Part 1

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2017/11/30

This week: Gilbert minds the store! J.J. impersonates Robocop! Jackie Gleason trashes the script! Tom Arnold hits the john! And Quake gets a macho makeover! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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90:03

183. Rupert Holmes Returns

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2017/11/27

GGACP fan (and host) favorite, songwriter-composer-dramatist Rupert Holmes returns to discuss (among other essential topics) the brilliance of Bernard Herrmann, the lesser-known films of Boris Karloff and the fine art of "cracking" celebrity impressions. Also, Frank Gorshin channels George Burns, Gilbert channels Sydney Greenstreet, Bob Hope goes psychedelic and Rupert remembers childhood hero Jerry Lewis. PLUS: "House of Wax"! The Great Gildersleeve! Grandpa Munster rocks out! Rupert"collaborates"

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36:00

Mini #139: Movie Sequels That Surpass the Original

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2017/11/23

"Jaws 3, People 0"! The secret origin of Garbage Pail Kids! Praising "The Godfather Part II"! Gloria Swanson goes ape! And Gilbert seduces Mr. Magoo! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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100:15

182. David Zucker

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2017/11/20

Writer-director-producer David Zucker ("Airplane!," "The Naked Gun," "Kentucky Fried Movie") sits down with Gilbert and Frank for a fascinating, hour-plus conversation about the rules of comedy, the challenges of parody, the uniqueness of "Who's on First?" and the greatest hits (and misses) of the Marx Brothers. Also, Peter Graves takes offense, Vincent Price takes a pass, Woody Allen boxes a kangaroo and "ZAZ" lifts a plot from Charles Bronson. PLUS: "Top Secret!" "A Fistful of Yen"! In praise of

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34:57

Mini #138: Jackie Martling Returns: Part 2

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2017/11/16

Al Lewis stops the show! Groucho packs Carnegie Hall! Miguelito Loveless strikes out! And Jackie explains "Stump the Jokeman"! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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86:25

181. Joyce Van Patten

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2017/11/13

Gilbert and Frank welcome veteran stage, film and television actress Joyce Van Patten, who shares fond memories of working with some of Hollywood's most iconic figures, including Lucille Ball, Jack Benny, Danny Kaye, Dean Martin and Peter Sellers (to name a few). Also, Joyce dines with Vincent Price, tours with Tony Randall, treads the boards with Al Shean and remembers the late, great Herb Edelman. PLUS: Mr. Big converts! Rod Serling stops by the set! Joyce praises Martin Balsam! Andy Griffith

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34:36

Mini #137: Jackie Martling Returns: Part 1

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2017/11/09

This week: Louis Nye holds court! Mae West wigs out! Rodney Dangerfield sings "The Rainbow Connection"! And Jackie meets The King of All Media! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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89:48

180. Rick Overton

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2017/11/06

Comedian, actor and Emmy-winning writer Rick Overton ("Willow," Groundhog Day," "Seinfeld") joins Gilbert and Frank for a free form discussion of 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 Prince of *$#@* Darkness! PLUS: Burns & Carlin! "Million Dollar Mystery"! Otis the Drunk cleans up

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41:48

Mini #136: Inside the "Gilbert" Documentary with...

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2017/11/02

This week: Wally Cox breaks the ice! Lewis Black busts a gut! Gilbert meets war re-enactors! And the many talents of Arlene Gottfried! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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84:40

179. Rich Koz aka Svengoolie

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2017/10/30

Gilbert and Frank usher in Halloween 2017 with one of the last remaining TV horror hosts, Rich Koz, AKA "Svengoolie," who remembers some of his famous predecessors (Ghoulardi, Zacherle, Chilly Billy) and praises the stylishness and symbolism of the original Universal horror classics. Also, Fritz Feld gets hitched, Eddie Munster goes wild, Vampira takes Elvira to court and Mister Rogers meets the Wicked Witch of the West. PLUS: Count Floyd! "The Mummy's Curse"! Bela Lugosi gets hypnotized! Gilbert

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32:23

Mini #135: Producer of the Month: "Movie Cliches"

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2017/10/26

This week: Roscoe Lee Browne! Blake Edwards' "The Party"! Gilbert takes down "Midnight Express"! And the Principle of Evil Marksmanship! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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101:27

178. Mick Garris

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2017/10/23

Writer, director and producer Mick Garris ("The Stand," "Psycho IV," "Stephen King's The Shining") joins Gilbert and Frank to weigh in on a host of horror-related topics, including the cordiality of Vincent Price, the bravado of Christopher Lee, the generosity of Forrest J. Ackerman and the "ampleness" of Lon Chaney Jr. Also, Stanley Kubrick ditches the script, Martin Scorsese clears the set, Gilbert hangs with Tobe Hooper and Mick remembers the late, great William Schallert. PLUS:

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