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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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118. Hank Garrett

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/08/29

In addition to playing Officer Ed Nicholson on the beloved sitcom, "Car 54, Where Are You?", actor and comedian Hank Garrett has worked with Robert Redford, Sophia Loren, Al Pacino, James Earl Jones and Kirk Douglas (to name a few). Hank tells Gilbert and Frank about his unlikely journey from street tough to award-winning actor and reveals how Sammy Davis Jr. changed his life. Also: Hank remembers Al Lewis, emulates Sid Caesar, wrestles with Luca Brasi and shares a bill with Tony Bennett. PLUS:

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Mini-Ep #74: One-Hit Wonders, 1970

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/08/25

Each week, comedian Gilbert Gottfried and comedy writer Frank Santopadre share their appreciation of lesser-known films, underrated TV shows and hopelessly obscure character actors -- discussing, dissecting and (occasionally) defending their handpicked guilty pleasures and buried treasures. This week: Mungo Jerry! The versatility of Tony Burrows! Gilbert sings "Rubber Duckie"! And Mighty Manfred, the Wonder Dog! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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117. Jonathan Katz

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/08/22

In one of our funniest (and strangest) episodes to date, comic, writer and voice actor Jonathan "Dr. Katz" Katz joins Gilbert and Frank for a chaotic, hour-plus conversation about classic TV westerns, David Mamet movies, "casual" nudity, Charles Atlas ads and "The Mike Douglas Show," among other vital topics. Also, Jon befriends Garry Shandling, pens a pilot for Peter Falk, prank calls a dating service and covers Melanie's "Brand New Key." PLUS: Thelma Todd! Esther Williams! Buster Crabbe peddles

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Mini-Ep #73: One-Hit Wonders, 1968-69

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/08/18

Each week, comedian Gilbert Gottfried and comedy writer Frank Santopadre share their appreciation of lesser-known films, underrated TV shows and hopelessly obscure character actors -- discussing, dissecting and (occasionally) defending their handpicked guilty pleasures and buried treasures. This week: The Strawberry Alarm Clock! Paging Mason Williams! Pigmeat Markham tops the charts! And John Fred & His Playboy Band! MeUndies is offering you TWENTY PERCENT off your first order at

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116. Matthew Broderick

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/08/15

Two time Tony-winning actor Matthew Broderick drops by the studio between theater performances to talk about his days as a struggling young actor, his friendship with "Max Dugan Returns" co-star Jason Robards, his love of Turner Classic Movies and his memories of working alongside legends like Sean Connery, Sidney Lumet, Neil Simon and Mel Brooks. Also, Matthew mimics Marlon Brando, lauds Jack Lemmon, defends "Godzilla" and runs afoul of the Secret Service. PLUS: "The 2000 Year Old Man"! Praising

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Mini-Ep #72: The Golden Girls, Part 2 (with writer...

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/08/11

Each week, comedian Gilbert Gottfried and comedy writer Frank Santopadre share their appreciation of lesser-known films, underrated TV shows and hopelessly obscure character actors -- discussing, dissecting and (occasionally) defending their handpicked guilty pleasures and buried treasures. This week: Stalking Dorthy Zbornak! "Whoever Slew Auntie Roo?"! The late, great Andrew Gold! And an appreciation of Herb Edelman! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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115. Dick Miller

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/08/08

Revered character actor Dick Miller has appeared in nearly 200 movies and dozens of TV shows, working for directors Joe Dante, Steven Spielberg, Samuel Fuller, Robert Zemeckis and Martin Scorsese and sharing the screen with everyone from Boris Karloff to Arnold Schwarzenegger. Dick looks back on some unforgettable moments from his storied, six-decade career, reveals the odd turn of events that landed him in showbiz and reflects on his numerous collaborations with B-movie maestro Roger Corman. Also,

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Mini-Ep #71: The Golden Girls, Part 1 (with writer...

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/08/04

Each week, comedian Gilbert Gottfried and comedy writer Frank Santopadre share their appreciation of lesser-known films, underrated TV shows and hopelessly obscure character actors -- discussing, dissecting and (occasionally) defending their handpicked guilty pleasures and buried treasures. This week: The invincible Betty White! Gilbert meets Bea Arthur! Elaine Stritch drops an F-bomb! And the return (once again) of Herve' Villechaize! Join us for part 2 next week! Learn more about your ad

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114. Sonny Fox

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/08/01

Gilbert and Frank take a trip down memory lane with a fixture of their childhoods, beloved "Wonderama" host Sonny Fox, who shares his memories of the quiz show scandals of the 1950's, recalls his life-changing experience as a prisoner of war and reminisces about his years-long friendship with Robert F. Kennedy. Also, Sonny hosts "The $64,000 Challenge," gets cut from "The Nutty Professor," takes a stand for Jack Gilford and revives the Golden Age of Television. PLUS: Army Archerd! Allen Funt! Mickey

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Mini-Ep #70: One-Hit Wonders, 1966-67

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/07/28

Each week, comedian Gilbert Gottfried and comedy writer Frank Santopadre share their appreciation of lesser-known films, underrated TV shows and hopelessly obscure character actors -- discussing, dissecting and (occasionally) defending their handpicked guilty pleasures and buried treasures. This week: Zager and Evans! The musical stylings of Mike Douglas! Grandpa Munster rocks out! And Tiny Tim serenades Dick Martin! MeUndies is offering you TWENTY PERCENT off your first order at

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113. Stuart Margolin

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/07/25

Gilbert and Frank connect with one of their favorite character actors, the funny and versatile Stuart Margolin, who looks back on his 55-year career in films and television and shares stories about everything from "Love American Style" to "Death Wish" to his pop songwriting career to 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 Johnny Fontane. PLUS: Richard Mulligan! "Evil Roy

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Mini-Ep #69: Gilbert and Frank Read Listener Tweets

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/07/21

Each week, comedian Gilbert Gottfried and comedy writer Frank Santopadre share their appreciation of lesser-known films, underrated TV shows and hopelessly obscure character actors -- discussing, dissecting and (occasionally) defending their handpicked guilty pleasures and buried treasures. This week: Chuck Connors! Tab Hunter! MORE "Men on the Run"! Billy Batson meets Ozzy Osbourne! And "The Terror of Tiny Town"! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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112. Dick DeBartolo and Al Jaffee

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/07/18

Gilbert and Frank take a fond look back at seven-plus decades of Mad magazine with longtime contributors Dick DeBartolo and Al Jaffee, who discuss their friendships with legendary co-founder William M. Gaines, their shared admiration of Jack Davis and Mort Drucker and the secret origin of the term "potrzebie." Also, Al remembers Harvey Kurtzman and Al Feldstein, Dick falls for Lauren Bacall, Stephen Colbert pays tribute to a comedy hero and Gilbert bashes "Up the Academy." PLUS: Gloria Swanson! "To

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Mini-Ep #68: "Man on the Run" Shows

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/07/14

Each week, comedian Gilbert Gottfried and comedy writer Frank Santopadre share their appreciation of lesser-known films, underrated TV shows and hopelessly obscure character actors -- discussing, dissecting and (occasionally) defending their handpicked guilty pleasures and buried treasures. This week: Bill Bixby! Roy Thinnes! SNL does a theme show! Carol Channing does hard time! And the return of Perfecto Telles! MeUndies is offering you TWENTY PERCENT off your first order at

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111. John Byner

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/07/11

Gilbert and Frank reach out to one of their favorite performers, comedian and impressionist John Byner, who recalls his early days in the business, his friendship with Ed Sullivan, his memorable encounters with Groucho and James Cagney and his role in Bob Hope's infamous "Joys." Also, John runs into the Duke, roughs up Woody Allen, collaborates with Friz Freleng and consoles Rodney Dangerfield. PLUS: Roger Miller! "Merv Griffin's Talent Scouts"! "Murder Can Hurt You!" Paul Williams in stereo! And

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Mini-Ep #67: Strange Movie Titles

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/07/07

Each week, comedian Gilbert Gottfried and comedy writer Frank Santopadre share their appreciation of lesser-known films, underrated TV shows and hopelessly obscure character actors -- discussing, dissecting and (occasionally) defending their handpicked guilty pleasures and buried treasures. This week: George Zucco drops out! William "One Shot" Beaudine! The genius of Rick Baker! And Kris Kringle meets Pia Zadora! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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110. Amy Heckerling

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/07/04

Writer-director Amy Heckerling ("Clueless," "Fast Times at Ridgemont High") drops by the studio to chat about a wide range of compelling topics, including: the double standard of onscreen nudity, the educational benefits of the "Million Dollar Movie," the blandness of romantic comedies and the genius of Slavko Vorkapich. Also, Amy sparks to James Cagney, salutes Mort Drucker, "studies" with Terry Southern and finds inspiration in "Ed Wood." PLUS: Ray Walston! "Jaws 2!" Praising Cameron Crowe! The

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Mini-Ep #66: Gilbert and Frank Go "Mad"!

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/06/30

Each week, comedian Gilbert Gottfried and comedy writer Frank Santopadre share their appreciation of lesser-known films, underrated TV shows and hopelessly obscure character actors -- discussing, dissecting and (occasionally) defending their handpicked guilty pleasures and buried treasures. This week: The genius of Frank Jacobs! The legend of William M. Gaines! Deconstructing the MAD Fold-in! And the strange history of Alfred E. Neuman! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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109. Marvin Kaplan

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/06/27

Gilbert and Frank catch up with one of their favorite comedic actors and one of the last surviving cast members of "It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World," Marvin Kaplan, who's worked with pretty much everyone in his 70-year career, including Charlie Chaplin, Katharine Hepburn, Clark Gable, Jack Lemmon, Paul Newman and Lon Chaney Jr. (to name a few). Also, Marvin praises Sam Jaffe, props up Broderick Crawford, remembers Zero Mostel and risks his life for Blake Edwards. PLUS: Fritz Feld! Strother Martin

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Mini-Ep #65: Gilbert and Frank Read Listener Tweets

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/06/23

Each week, comedian Gilbert Gottfried and comedy writer Frank Santopadre share their appreciation of lesser-known films, underrated TV shows and hopelessly obscure character actors -- discussing, dissecting and (occasionally) defending their handpicked guilty pleasures and buried treasures. This week: ”The Story of Mankind"! Rondo Hatton Alert! The tragedy of "Caligula"! And the return of "Dr. Butcher, M.D."! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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