Best H Alan Scott Podcasts (2024)

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A Deep Dive Into Routines With Special Guest H. Alan Scott 46:00

3h ago46:00

46:00

Today we're going deep on daily routines, makeup and favorite products with the amazing and hilarious writer, performer, Golden Girls aficionado and skincare enthusiast H. Alan Scott!! Key topics: Danessa Myricks Glossier Charlotte Tilbury Kiehl's CeraVe Vanicream Music: https://www.purple-planet.com…

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Andrew McCarthy Reexamines the Impact of the Brat Pack in ‘Brats’ 29:57

2h ago29:57

29:57

In the 1980s, a group of actors called the “Brat Pack” came to define a generation. Turns out, the term came from one sentence in a New York Magazine article. Now, 40 years later, one of those stars, Andrew McCarthy, is reevaluating the impact that description had in his new documentary Brats (on Hulu). “It just became the catchphrase.” In the film…

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H. Alan Scott Disobeys Bridger 1:27:08

7d ago1:27:08

1:27:08

Bridger's benevolence knows no bounds as he graciously accepts an unwanted gift from H. Alan Scott (least famous person on the podcast). The two discuss shopping cart shortages, Cybertrucks, and wearing shorts to a funeral. Don't forget to review the podcast, it's the least you can do. Follow the show on Instagram I Said No Gifts! Merch Send a Ques…

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Golden Girls Rewind: (S5E25) "The President's Coming (Part 1) 1:06:20

9h ago1:06:20

1:06:20

Happy 4th of July! H. Alan Scott/Sadie Pines and Kerri Doherty revisit the season 5 Golden Girls episode "The President's Coming" because it's the closest thing to a patriotic episode! They discuss the Presidents they've met, the Secret Service agent who was in The Brave Little Toaster, and which of the Golden Girls would go to town on a plate of r…

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You Risk Your Life by Joseph Slotkin - Short Sci Fi Story From the 1950s 33:39

2h ago33:39

33:39

This was the audience participation show that couldn’t be topped! You Risk Your Life by Joseph Slotkin, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. If the name Joseph Slotkin rings a bell you’ve been with us since the very beginning of the podcast. Episode 3, which was released on Wednesday, February 23, 2022 featured two stories, And All The Girls Wer…

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Is Taylor Swift a Good Role Model for Young Girls? 42:23

20m ago42:23

42:23

An op-ed written by John Mac Ghlionn titled “Taylor Swift Is Not a Good Role Model” sent the internet into a tizzy over the weekend. Basically, it said Swift isn’t a good role model because she’s single, among other things. People started to text me, H. Alan Scott, about it because I work at Newsweek. So, I figured a response was in order. I invite…

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Changeling by Ray Bradbury - Ray Bradbury Short Story from the 1940s 24:00

12m ago24:00

24:00

Leonard–or the thing that had been Leonard–must be destroyed! Changeling by Ray Bradbury, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. There are many ways to support our podcast and we are thankful no matter how you choose to show your support. Apple Podcasts listener An Unremarkable Sinner gave us 5 stars on and says, “Amazing Stories. The story choice…

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Gangway for Homer by George R. Hahn - Short Science Fiction Story From the 1940s 34:23

2h ago34:23

34:23

Here is an epic worthy of you, immortal bard. Arise, oh Homer, and hearken to the classic saga of Achilles Maravain! Gangway for Homer by George R. Hahn, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. An unusual story for you today on the podcast and another debut of an author who isn’t very well known. To be fair almost nobody knows anything about him. H…

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Slave of Eternity by Roger D. Aycock - Robot Sci Fi Short Story From the 1950s 20:46

27m ago20:46

20:46

An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth ... these were the familiar laws of man—Far more fiendish was Heric's punishment—eternal life for the death he'd taken! Slave of Eternity by Roger D. Aycock, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. This is the first time Roger D. Aycock has been on the podcast. Aycock was born in Georgia in 1914. Writing under…

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The Deep Hole To China by Robert Sheckley 11:56

4d ago11:56

11:56

It’s remarkable what a bright, eager youngster can accomplish with just a pail and a shovel. The Deep Hole to China by Robert Sheckley, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. You asked for it, and here it is another super short story. From Fantastic Universe Magazine in June 1955 on page 125, The Deep Hole to China by Robert Sheckley… Next on The …

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Trump vs. Biden: What Happened at That Presidential Debate and is Joe Biden OK? 39:56

10m ago39:56

39:56

If you’re like basically every American today, you’re asking yourself, ‘What happened at that presidential debate and is Joe Biden ok?’ At least that’s what Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott is asking himself. So today he’s joined by his colleague at Newsweek, Alex Backus (reporter and editor), to ask every question most Americans are asking after watching …

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Ramin Setoodah 51:07

1d ago51:07

51:07

Ramin Setoodah joins us again (repeat guest!!) to discuss his new book, Apprentice in Wonderland, about how The Apprentice prepared Donald Trump for the White House...[sigh] what a world we live in. But first, Dan Savage coined a new term about polyamory and we're curious if you fall into this sliver of the population. And finally, we dive into why…

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The Golden Girls' Gayest Guest Stars! 1:04:20

2d ago1:04:20

1:04:20

H. Alan Scott/Sadie Pines and Kerri Doherty are breaking down The Golden Girls' Gayest guest stars! They pay tribute to a scorned waiter, our two favorite image consultants, Coco, and so many more! Join the GG VIP Club at Patreon.com/GoldenGirlsPodcast Watch video versions of the podcast on YouTube.com/OutonTheLanai For more Golden Girls greatness,…

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Lupita Nyong’o Got Over Being a ‘Scaredy Cat’ for ‘A Quiet Place: Day One’ 26:11

8d ago26:11

26:11

The trailer for ‘A Quiet Place: Day One’ (June 28) shows star Lupita Nyong’o carrying a cat around moments before New York City is overtaken by aliens. For Nyong’o, the scariest thing on set weren’t the aliens, but rather the cat in her arm. “I had a deadly fear of cats. I couldn’t be in the same room as cats. I would break out in tears.” Calling h…

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YES, Trader Joe's IS The New Sephora!! 30:22

2d ago30:22

30:22

Today we have both a beauty story and a business story. Patrick and Anna both raided the beauty shelf of Trader Joe's and share their finds, as well as insights into how the store develops its skincare products, straight from the source. Key finds: Watermelon overnight mask Ultra hydrating gel moisturizer Hyaluronic moisture boost serum Rose water …

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Triggerman by J.F. Bone - Hugo Award Nominee For Best Short Story in 1959 31:28

4d ago31:28

31:28

The essential requirements of a first-class triggerman are two: that he know how to pull the trigger–and when not to! Triggerman By J. F. Bone, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Jesse Franklin Bone was born in Tacoma Washington in 1916. Before he was an author Bone was a veterinarian, and a professor of veterinary medicine, served in the U.S.…

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Runaway by Alfred Coppel - Posessed Space Ships 46:27

5d ago46:27

46:27

Ripped by an asteroid stray, the space-ship drifted helplessly … until suddenly, across the shuddering deeps, a strange voice called to her. Runaway by Alfred Coppel, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Alfred Coppel has been on the podcast before, with The First Man on the Moon, Wreck Off Titan and The Flight of the Eagle. Every one of them a …

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The Burnt Planet by William Brittain - Short Sci Fi Story From the 1940s 18:24

7d ago18:24

18:24

Mad with despair, they fought back from the ruins. Whoever these invaders were, they should not have a world which its defenders themselves had destroyed! The Burnt Planet William Brittain, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. If the name William Brittain rings a bell, you know your vintage science fiction. He’s another one of those authors that…

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Cole Escola's 'Oh, Mary' Has Finally Made Mary Todd Lincoln a Star 26:43

13d ago26:43

26:43

It's rare for a piece of theater to become such a cult hit that it moves from downtown to Broadway, but that's exactly what's happening with Cole Escola's ‘Oh, Mary!’ For Escola, who previously was best known for their YouTube sketches and collaborations with Amy Sedaris, "it feels like I scored a goal for the home team." Oh, Mary! is an absurd com…

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Solarpunk Farms (Nick Schwanz & Spencer Scott) 49:53

8d ago49:53

49:53

Nick and Spencer, the queer forces behind the ecological civilization Solarpunk Farms, joins us to chat about sustainability and what kinds of delicious veggies they grow on their farm! But first, the guys discuss Supreme Court Justice Sam Alito's wife, Martha-Ann Alito, and her wild, unfettered contempt for the Pride flag (Brent has a VERY surpris…

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Joe Castle Baker Disobeys Bridger 1:22:04

14d ago1:22:04

1:22:04

Bridger's compassion shines through when Joe Castle Baker (Fallout, Search Party) makes the mistake of bringing him a gift. The two discuss Diet Dr. Pepper, child musicians, and extremely valuable items. Purchase tickets for the livestream for the I Said No Gifts! live show on June 26th: https://www.dynastytypewriter.com/events-calendar?loxi_pathna…

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The Unfinished City by Donald A. Wollheim - Science Fiction Short Story From the 1950s 26:19

8d ago26:19

26:19

A Fantasy of perfection and imperfection. A tale of a quaint city in the jungle and the curious fate that overtook a very clever thief who came there. The Unfinished City by Donald A. Wollheim, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Another 5 star review on Apple Podcasts, just so you know, your 5 star reviews never get old! This from Slacker Jake…

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Is Trader Joe's The New Sephora? 31:22

10d ago31:22

31:22

Is Trader Joe's the new skincare hotspot? Listen to be convinced.By Anna Scott, Patrick Farrelly

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Golden Girls Rewind: (S6E14) "Sister of the Bride" 1:14:37

13d ago1:14:37

1:14:37

H. Alan Scott/Sadie Pines and Kerri Doherty revisit the season 6 Golden Girls episode "Scared Straight!" They discuss "Two Men Tuesdays" in Blanche's bedroom, a crank call vs.a prank call, and Sophia's beautiful speech at the end of the episode that's so perfect to share during Pride month. Join the GG VIP Club at Patreon.com/GoldenGirlsPodcast Wat…

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The Portable Star by Isaac Asimov - Isaac Asimov Short Story 40:18

9d ago40:18

40:18

Holden made love to his friends wife. Because he couldn’t help it. The Portable Star by Isaac Asimov, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. There will come a time when we will run out of stories in the public domain to share with you that were written by Isaac Asimov, fortunately today, is not that day. Considering when it was published in 1955 t…

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Fluorocarbons Are Here To Stay! by Donald E. Westlake - Short Sci Fi Story From the 1950s 23:30

10d ago23:30

23:30

What happened to the Smith Wrecking and Salvage Company when it tried to tear down the all fluoryl plastic City Hall is enough to make a man with a heart of stone laugh. Fluorocarbons are Here to Stay! By Donald E. Westlake, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Sometimes you read a story and fall in love with the author. Such was the case when I…

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Kara Young is Making Tony History with 'Purlie Victorious' 31:56

11d ago31:56

31:56

This year Kara Young broke a Tonys record, becoming the first Black person to receive three consecutive nominations and only the sixth person ever to do so. "It feels special that the third [nomination] is historical, but more historical in the sense that it's civil rights activist Ossie Davis' words that are being activated and recognized." Young'…

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The Fearsome Touch of Death by Robert E. Howard - From the Author Who Created Conan the Barbarian 19:10

11d ago19:10

19:10

As long as midnight cloaks the earth with shadows grim and dark, God save us from the Judas kiss of a dead man in the dark. The Fearsome Touch of Death by Robert E. Howard, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Your 5 star reviews on Apple Podcasts are appreciated, nospammers2010 gave us 5 Stars and says, “Expert curation of the golden age. I’ve …

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Mimic by Donald A. Wollheim - A Spooky Sci-Fi Short Story From the 1940s 20:34

13d ago20:34

20:34

He walked alone in the dawn and the dusk, and no one knew his name. But the day he perished, and the way he perished–a world will never forget! Mimic by Donald A. Wollheim, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Special thanks to podcast listener Marwin de Haan who bought us 5 coffees and says “Thank you so much for making my daily commute pleasur…

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Old Rambling House by Frank Herbert - A Short Story From the Author of Dune 24:36

14d ago24:36

24:36

All the Grahams desired was a home they could call their own ... but what did the home want? Old Rambling House by Frank Herbert, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Thanks for all you do to help promote our podcast. In the last few days, thanks to you, more people have listened than ever before. We have our highest ranking ever in Canada, Grea…

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Dylan Carlino 55:25

21d ago55:25

55:25

The endlessly endearing and hilarious comedian Dylan Carlino joins us to chat about getting strep from blowjobs and being trolled by his family. But first, we were GOING to talk about the Pope's use of the word "faggotry," but we got sidelined by lore of Brent's new Nigerian "boyfriend"...er, well, the guy selling him nude videos. And finally, Elio…

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E.R. Fightmaster Disobeys Bridger 1:08:37

21d ago1:08:37

1:08:37

Bridger doesn't mind at all when E.R. Fightmaster (Grey's Anatomy) rudely shows up with an unexpected gift. The two discuss workout music, the pros and cons of waterskiing, and a potential new host for The View. Purchase tickets for the livestream for the I Said No Gifts! live show on June 26th: https://www.dynastytypewriter.com/events-calendar?lox…

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The Lure of Luxury Brands Plus BONUS Sunscreen Expert Dr. Nadim Shaath 1:01:25

16d ago1:01:25

1:01:25

A new Aesop store is opening in Patrick's neighborhood! But is it worth the price? Plus, a BONUS conversation at the end with sunscreen expert and organic chemist Dr. Nadim Shaath. Music: https://www.purple-planet.comBy Anna Scott, Patrick Farrelly

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The Golden Girls' Draggiest Moments! (w/ Alaska Thunderfuck) 1:07:59

16d ago1:07:59

1:07:59

Happy Pride! H. Alan Scott/Sadie Pines and Kerri Doherty are joined by GG VIP and "RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars" winner Alaska Thunderfuck! The three friends break down the draggiest moments on The Golden Girls, including Dorothy as the Sheriff of Waxahatchee, the horn section of that one jazz band, and OF COURSE the iconic golf country club locker…

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Chace Crawford Absurdly Shatters the Pretty Boy Image on ‘The Boys’ 25:51

17d ago25:51

25:51

What happens when superheroes turn evil? That’s the question ‘The Boys,’ based on a series of graphic novels, sets out to answer. “They’ve done such a good job of having the essence of these really insane comics, while also making them palatable for TV,” Chace Crawford, who plays superhero The Deep, says about the Prime Video original series, now i…

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