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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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Mini-Ep #42: CAR 54, WHERE ARE YOU and BATMAN

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/01/14

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: The comic mind of Nat Hiken! Gilbert covers Johnny Fontaine! And the Caped Crusaders meet Jerry Lewis! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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85. Bruce Dern

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/01/11

Gilbert and Frank dial up one of their favorite actors, screen legend and two-time Oscar nominee Bruce Dern, for a refreshingly candid conversation about acting, risk taking, the definition of genius and the value of teamwork. Also, Bette Davis bashes Joan Crawford, Alfred Hitchcock "punks" Karen Black, Jack Nicholson coins a phrase and Bruce attends the "University of Corman." PLUS: Paging Dr. Death! The wisdom of Elia Kazan! The brilliance of Douglas Trumbull! Bruce "kills" the Duke! And "The

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Mini-Ep #41: George Zucco and Gene Hackman

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/01/07

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: Boris Karloff's revenge! Unwieldy movie titles of the 1960s and '70s! And Jackie Gleason busts a drug ring! If you need a personal loan, anywhere between $1000 to $35000, Avant can help – without

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84. Bobby Slayton

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2016/01/04

The legendary "Pit Bull of Comedy" -- actor, comic and horror movie aficionado Bobby Slayton sits down with Gilbert and Frank for a funny and freewheeling discussion of a number of essential topics, including the brilliance of Ray Harryhausen, the tragedy of Bela Lugosi, the haunting of Sammy Davis, Jr. and the greatness of "Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein." Also, Bobby roasts Hal Roach, hangs with Buddy Hackett, breaks bread with Woody Allen and "becomes" Joey Bishop. PLUS: Una O'Connor! "The

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83. In Memoriam 2015

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2015/12/28

In their final episode of the year, Gilbert and Frank pay tribute to some of the stars and talents we lost in 2015, including Wes Craven, Stan Freberg, Omar Sharif, Yvonne "Batgirl" Craig and former GGACP guest Joe Franklin. Also, Gilbert remembers screen goddess Laura Antonelli and "Star Trek Compendium" author Allan Asherman shares his thoughts on the legendary Leonard Nimoy. PLUS: Roger Ramjet! "Love on a Rooftop"! Buddy Hackett disses Jack Carter! Christopher Lee, Nazi hunter! And the greatest

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Mini-Ep #40: After The Fox and Miracle on 34th Street

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2015/12/24

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 original "Casino Royale"! The tragic tale of Badfinger! And the "perfect" Christmas movie! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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82. Jim Gaffigan

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2015/12/21

Gilbert and Frank return to the famed New York Friar's Club to chat with comedian and actor Jim Gaffigan, who weighs in on subjects ranging from the lost art of "ethnic comedy" to the healing powers of stand-up to the caste system of show business. Also, Jim "opens" for the Pope, treads the boards with Jackie Gleason's grandson, struggles to capture Manhattan on film and writes ads for Downy and Hardee's. PLUS: Myron Cohen! Nat Hiken! The hunchback makes out! The genius of Cloris Leachman! And the

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Mini-Ep #39: Love & Mercy And Dr. Butcher MD

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2015/12/17

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 classic movie theaters! "The Man with Bogart's Face"! And the genius of Brian Wilson! MeUndies is offering you TWENTY PERCENT off your first order at meundies.com/gilbert. That’s a

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81. The Return of Penn Jillette

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2015/12/14

Gilbert and Frank welcome back an old friend, illusionist, filmmaker and comedian Penn Jillette, who holds court on a host of offbeat topics ranging from strippers' tricks of the trade to Dennis Miller to the Three Stooges to summoning the spirit of Bela Lugosi. Also, Penn debunks "cold readings," exposes phone scams, insults Richie Havens and compares Jerry Lewis to Lou Reed. PLUS: The Amazing Kreskin! Penn auditions for "Ishtar"! Gilbert annoys Harrison Ford! And "The Day the Clown Cried”! If

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Mini-Ep #38: The Big Knife and The Rocketeer

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2015/12/10

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: Calling Dick Tracy! The return of Rod Steiger! And "Errol Flynn" romances "Bettie Page"! MeUndies is offering you TWENTY PERCENT off your first order at http://meundies.com/gilbert. That’s a special

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80. Mr. Skin

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2015/12/07

In one of the wildest GGACP episodes to date, Gilbert and Frank are joined by Mr. Skin, AKA Jim McBride, the self-proclaimed "foremost authority on female nudity in movies," who describes his unlikely journey from Mercantile Exchange clerk to the founder of a website that attracts over 9 million visitors a month. Also, Jim praises Italian sex comedies, goes wild over Wonder Woman, does extra work for Martin Scorsese and gets props from Judd Apatow. PLUS: Carmen Miranda! Phoebe Cates sings! Raquel

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Mini-Ep #37: Charley Varrick and Alone In The Dark

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2015/12/03

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: Appreciating Don Siegel! Martin Landau busts out! And Walter Matthau meets the Scorpio Killer! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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79. Steve Stoliar

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2015/11/30

Marx Brothers fanatics Gilbert and Frank sit down for a fascinating conversation with Groucho's personal assistant and archivist (and author of the memoir, "Raised Eyebrows: My Years Inside Groucho's House") Steve Stoliar, who shares fond memories of the man himself, as well as brothers Gummo, Zeppo and famous houseguests George Burns, Liza Minnelli and Mae West. Also, Marvin Hamlisch grouses, Groucho takes in an Alice Cooper concert, Zeppo heads south of the border and Steve rescues "Animal

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78. Artie Lange LIVE @ Caroline's

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2015/11/23

In a special live episode recorded at Caroline's on Broadway (in association with the 2015 New York Comedy Festival), Gilbert and Frank are joined (once again) by comedian and actor Artie Lange, who holds court on a host of topics, including his tumultuous stint at "Mad-TV," his love of Woody Allen's "Take the Money and Run" and his grandfather's fondness for "Buffy the Vampire Slayer." Also, Tom Cruise loses his cool, Jack Benny bests George Burns, Bill Cosby tutors young "talent" and Gilbert and

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Mini-Ep #36: Election and Save The Tiger

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2015/11/19

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: Appreciating Matthew Broderick! Jerry Stiller and Jack Gilford eat a sandwich! And the pleasure of "cringe comedies"! If you need a personal loan, anywhere between $1000 to $35000, Avant can help –

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77. Chevy Chase

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2015/11/16

Gilbert and Frank sit down for a memorable (and rare) interview with comedian, actor, writer and original "Saturday Night Live" cast member Chevy Chase, who reminisces about co-stars Dan Aykroyd, Randy Quaid and Rodney Dangerfield and reveals why he turned down iconic roles in "Animal House," "Ghostbusters," "American Beauty" and "Forrest Gump." Also, Chevy reprimands Desi Arnaz, roughs it up with Bill Murray, rides a roller coaster with Eddie Bracken and runs afoul of Cary Grant. PLUS: Sid Caesar's

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Mini-Ep #35: Mr. Klein and The Heartbreak Kid

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2015/11/12

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: Alain Delon and Jeanne Moreau! Charles Grodin falls for a shiksa! And Gilbert's all-new tribute to Larry Ragland! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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76. Jim Norton LIVE @ NYCC Super Week

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2015/11/09

This week, Gilbert and Frank travel to Littlefield's in Brooklyn for a live, Super Week/NY Comic Con-themed episode with comic and radio host Jim Norton, who holds court on topics ranging from his friendship with Sherman (George Jefferson) Hemsley to his love of Jack Klugman to his admiration for "Midnight Cowboy" and "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest." Also, the boys break down celebrity conspiracy theories, sing the praises of actor Frank McRae and compare Louis CK's first sitcom to the

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Mini-Ep #34: Lifeforce and Local Hero

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2015/11/05

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: Gilbert hangs at Tobe Hooper's house! And the brilliance of Frank Gorshin! MeUndies is offering you TWENTY PERCENT off your first order at http://meundies.com/gilbert. That’s a special offer just for

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75. Ron Chaney and Janet Ann Gallow

Gilbert Gottfried"s Amazing Colossal Podcast ·

2015/11/02

The Halloween celebration continues with the grandson of horror icon Lon Chaney Jr., actor and makeup artist Ron Chaney, who shares warm memories of his famous granddad and recounts the silent film career of his legendary great-grandfather, "Man of a Thousand Faces" Lon Chaney. Later, Gilbert realizes a lifelong dream when he speaks with former child actress Janet Ann Gallow, who recalls working with both Chaney Jr. and Bela Lugosi in 1942's "Ghost of Frankenstein." PLUS: "The Hunchback of Notre

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