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Isn"t That Special

The Lincoln Lodge

What could be more pointless than ANOTHER Podcast? How about one that"s focused on the grating and tediously over-populated world of streaming stand-up comedy "specials"? Can we sweeten the pot by making the hosts two old gits whose love of comedy and social relevance have long since faded to nothingness? If that sounds like just the thing you"re looking for then boy do we have 30-40 minutes of your listening time to waste that you"ll never get back! Hosts are Bill and Mark and tech production and

comedy stand-up

All Episodes

01:19:38

Review: Domestic Shorthair, Todd Barry

Isn"t That Special ·

2026/04/08

The always contentious subject of Apple Cider Vinegar kicks us off with discussions of service dogs and AARP membership to add further spice. This week's comedy 'review' is of the 2023 special Domestic Shorthair by Todd Barry. Currently available on Tubi or Youtube: Domestic Shorthair .You should watch it before listening to the review. Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos. Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band

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01:23:24

Review: One night Stand, Norm Macdonald

Isn"t That Special ·

2026/04/01

The episode starts off with a lively debate with regards to puctuality, more dead air about cell phone service and a discussion on American health care. Eventually we get to Norm MacDonald's first ever HBO special on One Night Stand. It is currently available on Youtube: One Night Stand You should watch it before listening to the review. Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos. Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band

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01:23:24

Review: One night Stand, Norm Macdonald

Isn"t That Special ·

2026/04/01

The episode starts off with a lively debate with regards to puctuality, more dead air about cell phone service and a discussion on American health care. Eventually we get to Norm MacDonald's first ever HBO special on One Night Stand. It is currently available on Youtube: One Night Stand You should watch it before listening to the review. Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos. Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band

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01:14:34

Review: An Escalator Can Never Break, Mitch Hedberg

Isn"t That Special ·

2026/03/25

We kick it off offering opinions on such wide varying fare as the 7 Up film series, hard boiled eggs and remote working before knuckling down to the matter in hand: Mitch Hedberg's seminal 1999 special An Escalator Can Never Break . It is currently available in either the 22 minute edited version or the one we recommend at 37 unexpurgated minutes on Daily Motion: An Escalator Can Never Break. You should watch it before listening to the review. Theme

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01:14:34

Review: An Escalator Can Never Break, Mitch Hedberg

Isn"t That Special ·

2026/03/25

We kick it off offering opinions on such wide varying fare as the 7 Up film series, hard boiled eggs and remote working before knuckling down to the matter in hand: Mitch Hedberg's seminal 1999 special An Escalator Can Never Break . It is currently available in either the 22 minute edited version or the one we recommend at 37 unexpurgated minutes on Daily Motion: An Escalator Can Never Break. You should watch it before listening to the review. Theme

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01:13:21

Review: Cara Josephine, Josie Long

Isn"t That Special ·

2026/03/18

For some reason our weird obsession with food intake resurfaces while marital strife and cabaret entertainment also receive a diligent discussion. The special in question this week is Josie Long's 2013 offering Cara Josephine. It is currently available on Youtube for all to see for free!: Cara Jospehine. You should watch it before listening to the review. Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos. Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French

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01:13:21

Review: Cara Josephine, Josie Long

Isn"t That Special ·

2026/03/18

For some reason our weird obsession with food intake resurfaces while marital strife and cabaret entertainment also receive a diligent discussion. The special in question this week is Josie Long's 2013 offering Cara Josephine. It is currently available on Youtube for all to see for free!: Cara Jospehine. You should watch it before listening to the review. Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos. Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French

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01:15:28

Review: Coming Soon On A Face Near You, John 'Dr....

Isn"t That Special ·

2026/03/11

We return to the great aluminum/aluminium debate and whinge like old men about cell phones. Then its a quick recap of dietary habits before diving headlong into a review of Coming To A Face Near You by Dr. Dirty - John Valby. Neither of those names are made up. It is currently available on youtube NSFW/Parental Discretion Advised/The opinions contained within are not endorsed by us - Coming Soon On A Face Near You .You probably shouldn't watch it before

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01:15:28

Review: Coming Soon On A Face Near You, John 'Dr....

Isn"t That Special ·

2026/03/11

We return to the great aluminum/aluminium debate and whinge like old men about cell phones. Then its a quick recap of dietary habits before diving headlong into a review of Coming To A Face Near You by Dr. Dirty - John Valby. Neither of those names are made up. It is currently available on youtube NSFW/Parental Discretion Advised/The opinions contained within are not endorsed by us - Coming Soon On A Face Near You .You probably shouldn't watch it before

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01:23:35

Review: Live at The Purple Onion, Zach Galfianakis

Isn"t That Special ·

2026/03/04

Yet another longest ever episode (grimace) discussing the Two Good To Go service (NOT sponsored content), calcium intake recommendations, how to improvise crutches and another first with a special drop in guest with the personable Kyle Scanlan! The special we eventually get around to talking about is the 2006 offering Live At The Purple Onion by Zach Galfianakis. It is currently available on Netflix for the wealthy among us or hear on Youtube: Live At

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01:23:35

Review: Live at The Purple Onion, Zach Galfianakis

Isn"t That Special ·

2026/03/04

Yet another longest ever episode (grimace) discussing the Two Good To Go service (NOT sponsored content), calcium intake recommendations, how to improvise crutches and another first with a special drop in guest with the personable Kyle Scanlan! The special we eventually get around to talking about is the 2006 offering Live At The Purple Onion by Zach Galfianakis. It is currently available on Netflix for the wealthy among us or hear on Youtube: Live At

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00:53:48

Special Episode: Beth Stelling Interview

Isn"t That Special ·

2026/02/25

Our very first special edition! We were lucky enough to sit down with Beth Stelling and talk about the mechanics and challenges of filming a comedy special. A must hear for all comedy special fans! Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos. Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good.

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00:53:48

Special Episode: Beth Stelling Interview

Isn"t That Special ·

2026/02/25

Our very first special edition! We were lucky enough to sit down with Beth Stelling and talk about the mechanics and challenges of filming a comedy special. A must hear for all comedy special fans! Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos. Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good.

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01:14:25

Review: Beautiful Dogs, Shane Gillis

Isn"t That Special ·

2026/02/18

Our longest ever episode (collective groan) discussing alumin(i)um, the Superbowl, deodorant and a vast array of other interesting subjects while also passing judgement on the Shane Gillis 2023 special Beautiful Dogs. The special is available on Netflix for the wealthy among us: Beautiful Dogs You should watch it before listening to the review. Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos. Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and

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01:14:25

Review: Beautiful Dogs, Shane Gillis

Isn"t That Special ·

2026/02/18

Our longest ever episode (collective groan) discussing alumin(i)um, the Superbowl, deodorant and a vast array of other interesting subjects while also passing judgement on the Shane Gillis 2023 special Beautiful Dogs. The special is available on Netflix for the wealthy among us: Beautiful Dogs You should watch it before listening to the review. Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos. Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and

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00:59:40

Review: American Boy, Marcello Hernandez

Isn"t That Special ·

2026/02/11

Another lengthy preamble takes in Eric Stoltz, sandwiches and Superbowl plans before getting to the 2025 release American Boy by Marcello Hernandez. The special is available on Netflix for the wealthy among us: American Boy You should watch it before listening to the review. Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos. Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and

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00:59:40

Review: American Boy, Marcello Hernandez

Isn"t That Special ·

2026/02/11

Another lengthy preamble takes in Eric Stoltz, sandwiches and Superbowl plans before getting to the 2025 release American Boy by Marcello Hernandez. The special is available on Netflix for the wealthy among us: American Boy You should watch it before listening to the review. Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos. Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and

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01:00:33

Review: The Comeback Kid, John Mulaney

Isn"t That Special ·

2026/02/04

We hit the zeitgeist once again with discussions on A.I. , bagels and backsplashes before heading back in time to 2015 and John Mulaney's offering The Comeback Kid. The special is available on Netflix for the wealthy among us: The Comeback Kid .You should watch it before listening to the review. Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos. Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz,

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01:00:33

Review: The Comeback Kid, John Mulaney

Isn"t That Special ·

2026/02/04

We hit the zeitgeist once again with discussions on A.I. , bagels and backsplashes before heading back in time to 2015 and John Mulaney's offering The Comeback Kid. The special is available on Netflix for the wealthy among us: The Comeback Kid .You should watch it before listening to the review. Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos. Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz,

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01:03:28

Review: Rory Scovel Tries Stand-Up For The First...

Isn"t That Special ·

2026/01/28

We try and break out of the winter doldrums with a retrospective look back at a 2016 offering from Rory Scovel. But not before we nail the thorny topics of Cubs memorabilia, Dr. Dirty John Valby and announcing our new show sponsor. The special is available on Netflix for the wealthy among us: Rory Scovel Tries Stand-Up For The First Time .You should watch it before listening to the review. Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos. Juanitos, led by Juan

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