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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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108. Marilyn Michaels

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/06/20

Impressionist, singer and comedienne Marilyn Michaels has spent her entire life in show business, performing in the Yiddish Theater at the tender age of 7, signing with a major record label as a teenager, working the Copa, the Catskills and Vegas showrooms and appearing on virtually every TV variety show of the 1960s and '70s. Also, Marilyn idolizes Judy Garland, duets with Frank Gorshin, smooches Phil Slivers and takes advice from Jack Benny. PLUS: Gottfried "meets" Streisand! Danny Kaye makes his

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Mini-Ep #64: Paul Lynde 90th Birthday "Tribute"

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/06/16

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: Paging Pinky Tuscadero! Billy West vs. The Scoutmaster! George C. Scott takes it all off! And the late, great Alice Ghostley! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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107. Peter Bogdanovich

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/06/13

Legendary director, critic and film historian Peter Bogdanovich joins Gilbert and Frank for a fascinating, in-depth conversation about "Citizen Kane," John Ford, the influence of Howard Hawks, the B-movies of Roger Corman and the decline of the Hollywood studio system. Also, Peter befriends Cary Grant, Gilbert meets Richard Pryor, Jimmy Stewart recites a poem and Alfred Hitchcock orders a steak. PLUS: Samuel Fuller! Kenneth Mars! Orson Welles' lost film! Peter remembers John Ritter! And the strange

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Mini-Ep #63: ALL-STAR COMEDY FLOPS Part 2

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/06/09

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: "Yellowbeard" walks the plank! Ringo cashes a check (or two)! And Mae West puts the moves on Alice Cooper! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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106. Dick Cavett LIVE @ 2016 NYC Podfest

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/06/06

Gilbert and Frank return to the NYC Podfest for a return engagement with their very first guest, legendary talk show host, comic and author Dick Cavett. In a lively (and LIVE) interview, Dick holds court on a host of topics, including World War II propaganda, John Cassavetes' boozing, the lost "Tonight Show" episodes and the rapier wit of Pat McCormick. Also, Dick chats up Zeppo (and Gummo!), Groucho proposes to Truman Capote, Jack Benny gets the last word and a young Dick meets his idol, Bob Hope

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Mini-Ep #62: ALL-STAR COMEDY FLOPS Part 1

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/06/02

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 riddle of "The Phynx"! Joe. E. Ross goes slumming! Robert Mitchum meets a boxing kangaroo! And Leo Gorcey's last stand! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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105. Tony Orlando

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/05/30

Singer, actor and music producer Tony Orlando pays a visit to Gilbert and Frank and reminisces about singing doo-wop on New York City rooftops and working with music icons Carole King, Gerry Goffin and Clive Davis. Also, Tony remembers Freddie Prinze, gives props to Jerry Lewis, locks horns with "The Great One" and reveals the happy accident that created Tony Orlando and Dawn. PLUS: Tony roasts Muhammad Ali! Nancy Walker takes her revenge! Shecky Greene flips out! And the crew joins Tony in a

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Mini-Ep #61: Gilbert and Frank Read Listener Tweets

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/05/26

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: "Larceny, Inc."! Seeking Bert I. Gordon! And Le Retour de Herve Villechaize! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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104. Donny Most

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/05/23

Ralph Malph himself, actor and singer Donny Most talks to Gilbert and Frank about his memories of working alongside TV icons Garry Marshall, Henry Winkler and Tom Bosley, his brush with John Lennon, his appreciation of Abbott & Costello (and Sid Fields) and his love of the Great American Songbook. Also, Donny meets Sammy Davis Jr., bends the elbow with Pat Morita, attempts to mount a Bobby Darin movie and sheds light on "jumping the shark." PLUS: Praising Jack Warden! Eli Wallach goes to school

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Mini-Ep #60: Gilbert & Frank Answer Facebook Questions

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/05/19

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: Remembering William Schallert! Happy Birthday, Mr. Warmth! Gilbert meets Tiny Tim! And the story of the GGACP theme song! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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103. Orson Bean

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/05/16

Actor, comedian and raconteur Orson Bean is perhaps best known as a longtime game show fixture and frequent guest on talk shows, but he also appeared on Broadway and in popular films such as "Anatomy of a Murder" and "Being John Malkovich," working alongside icons like Boris Karloff, Helen Hayes, Jimmy Stewart, Phil Silvers and Dustin Hoffman. Gilbert and Frank also talk to Orson about his years on the Hollywood blacklist, his friendship with Stan Laurel, his fondness for Ed Sullivan and his

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Mini-Ep #59: EVERY 70's Movie

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/05/12

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: "Godzilla vs. the Smog Monster"! Walter Matthau weds Elaine May! And the ultimate "cult" movie! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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102. Peter Marshall

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/05/09

Gilbert and Frank are joined by actor, singer and former "Hollywood Squares" host Peter Marshall, who shares irresistible stories about Redd Foxx, the mob, Glenn Ford, Uncle Miltie's "apparatus" and Charlie Weaver's (and Vincent Price's!) sexual proclivities. Also, Peter croons with Bing, tours with Bob Hope, gets roasted by Orson Welles and runs afoul of John Wayne. PLUS: Al Jolson schmoozes! Phil Silvers does "Who's on First"! Gilbert ticks off Marlon Brando! Peter and Nanette Fabray hit a nudie

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Mini-Ep #58: Robots Redux and Legends of the Superheroes

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/05/05

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: "Klaatu barada nikto!" Charlie Callas cashes a check! And Jeff Ross roasts the Caped Crusader! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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101. Steven Weber

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/05/02

Versatile actor Steven Weber sits down with Gilbert and Frank for a spirited discussion of "sick" comedy, the best of "The Twilight Zone," the disappointment of "Sour Grapes," the death of the Borscht Belt and the genius of Harvey Korman. Also, Telly Savalas takes a load off, Charles Nelson Reilly does a spit take, Gig Young travels through time and Soupy Sales guests on "Wings." PLUS: Jackie Vernon! Richard Stahl! "X: The Man with the X-Ray Eyes"! Dom DeLuise "improvises"! And the "Eartha Kitt of

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Mini-Ep #57: MORE Comfort Movies

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/04/28

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: "The Incredible Mr. Limpet"! Uncle Goopy directs! Dr. Pretorius takes up a hobby! And the return of "The Thing with Two Heads!" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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100. LIVE at SiriusXM

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/04/25

Gilbert and Frank celebrate their 100th episode with a live recording at SiriusXM radio, where they field questions (from callers and an in-studio audience) on a host of vital topics, including Frank Gorshin, Pigmeat Markham, Shecky Greene's tantrums, the search for Papillon Soo Soo, "Celebrity Wife Swap" and the Church of Satan. Also, Grandpa Munster brunches, Paul Lynde hops a flight, Herve Villechaize covers Paul Williams and Gilbert makes peace with Japan! PLUS: Electronic Vincent Price! Steve

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Nominate GILBERT GOTTFRIED'S AMAZING COLOSSAL PODCAST...

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/04/23

Go to podcastawards.com/ and nominate GILBERT GOTTFRIED'S AMAZING COLOSSAL PODCAST in the categories for PEOPLE’S CHOICE and TV & FILM. Share your support on Twitter by tagging @podcastawards and using the hashtag #pca16. The deadline for nominations is 4/30 so don't wait and nominate the show now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Mini-Ep #56: Robots! Robots! Robots!

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/04/21

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: Paging John Schuck! "Small Wonder"! Tobor the 8th Man! And the return of "Murder Can Hurt You"! This episode is sponsored by Seeso. Comedy’s experiencing a serious renaissance right now, and Seeso

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99. Mark Hudson

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/04/18

In one of our wildest episodes to date, musician, songwriter, producer and comedian Mark Hudson joins Gilbert and Frank to talk about some of the showbiz legends he's worked with, from Steven Tyler to Margaret Hamilton to Ringo Starr to Captain Kangaroo. Also, the Hudson Brothers meet the Osmond Brothers, Ed Wynn steps out of character, Elton John takes a dip and Mark remembers his old friend Harry Nilsson. PLUS: Tito Jackson! Rod Hull and his Emu! The REAL Fifth Beatle! The Hudsons "pay homage" to

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