Best Tom Scharpling Podcasts (2024)

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How Julie Met Tom (Ask Julie Special Episode) 47:55

2d ago47:55

47:55

Julie answers YOUR questions about meeting Tom, Chappell Roan, death row meals, and more! Plus Barbra Streisand, Allan Carr, Brat Summer, and JD Vance! SUPPORT DOUBLE THREAT ON PATREON Weekly Bonus Episodes, Monthly Livestreams, Video Episodes, and More! https://www.patreon.com/DoubleThreatPod WATCH VIDEO CLIPS OF DOUBLE THREAT https://www.youtube.…

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OUTGROWN #2 Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead (with Jeffrey Max) 1:09:43

1d ago1:09:43

1:09:43

Jeffrey Max (Lasagna Cat) joins Tom and Julia to explain why he saw DON'T TELL MOM THE BABYSITTER'S DEAD 13 times in theater as a kid. On OUTGROWN, Julia Vickerman and Tom Scharpling talk to guests about something from popular culture that they used to profoundly identify with and once thought would define them forever and eventually outgrew. Hoste…

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Ep. 1 (feat. Tom Scharpling) 43:23

12d ago43:23

43:23

John Gentle, a former college poetry professor, takes over his mentor's Sunday morning college radio jazz program. Because he's not technically allowed on the City College of Passaic campus, he has an encounter with a security guard. Featuring Tom Scharpling, Emma Callahan & Darren Mabee. Music by Simon Hanes. Artwork by Jo Minor. SUPPORT THE BEST …

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Johnny Pemberton, Our Fallout Friend 46:57

3m ago46:57

46:57

The Boys and JOHNNY PEMBERTON discuss all the ideas from Fallout. Get a Hat Pack Hat here! Watch the video of today’s episode at Patreon.com/HollywoodHandbook Like the show? Rate Hollywood Handbook 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts Advertise on Hollywood Handbook via Gumball.fm See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice a…

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Damian Abraham 1:47:42

22m ago1:47:42

1:47:42

BEST SHOW BESTS! In this classic clip, Tom has an extended conversation with DAMIAN ABRAHAM of Canadian punk rockers F*CKED UP! (Originally aired September 8th, 2015). New to the Best Show? Check out Best Show Bests, the greatest hits of The Best Show! Available every Friday on your podcast app. SUPPORT THE BEST SHOW ON PATREON! WEEKLY BONUS EPISOD…

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THE BEST SHOW: BEST OF INTERVIEWS! 3:44:36

2h ago3:44:36

3:44:36

We've compiled the best interviews that Tom has done over the last few years! Featuring BILL HADER! MARC MARON! ALVVAYS! NARDWUAR! NICK THORBURN! OPEN MIKE EAGLE! NATHAN FIELDER & BENNY SAFDIE! KESHA! BOB ODENKIRK! MATT BERRY! KELLY REICHERDT! HEIDI N CLOSET! JAIDA ESSENCE HALL! ORANGE CASSIDY! WILLOW NIGHTINGALE! SARAH SHERMAN & SARAH SILVERMAN! A…

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Jo Firestone, Our New York Comedy Friend 48:58

4m ago48:58

48:58

The Boys talk to JO FIRESTONE about how New York comedy can save us. Get a Hat Pack Hat here! Watch the video of today’s episode at Patreon.com/HollywoodHandbook Like the show? Rate Hollywood Handbook 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts Advertise on Hollywood Handbook via Gumball.fm See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notic…

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The Double Threatline! Call 818-293-7254⁩! 1:59:22

19m ago1:59:22

1:59:22

Tom and Julie create the first toll free vanity number in the history of comedy podcasting - the Double THREATLINE - featuring advice from Tom and Julie, messages for your cat and dog, the sex party virtual experience, and so much more! Plus Tom and Julie listen to classic 900 numbers from the 80s and 90s for inspiration! Double Threat starts the r…

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Karl, Brother of Carl, Son of Carl and Kharl 37:51

5h ago37:51

37:51

BEST SHOW BESTS! In this classic clip, Tom gets a strange call from KARL, BROTHER OF CARL, SON OF CARL AND KHARL! (Originally Broadcast on WFMU on September 19th, 2009) New to the Best Show? Check out Best Show Bests, the greatest hits of The Best Show! Available every Friday on your podcast app. SUPPORT THE BEST SHOW ON PATREON! WEEKLY BONUS EPISO…

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DANIEL RALSTON! LIVE MUSIC FROM PREVIOUS INDUSTRIES! SCOTT ROGOWSKY! PHILLY BOY ROY! FRAUDS! 3:12:34

1h ago3:12:34

3:12:34

Tom talks to DANIEL RALSTON about his new podcast "The True Story of the Fake Zombies"! Hip hop supergroup PREVIOUS INDUSTRIES (Open Mike Eagle, Video Dave, STILL RIFT) perform in the Best Show Theater and come talk to Tom about Chicago, basketball and more! SCOTT ROGOWSKY checks in with Tom and talks about his upcoming live show! Callers talk with…

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Max Silvestri, Our Close Friend Again 48:45

8m ago48:45

48:45

The Boys welcome back MAX SILVESTRI to discuss his podcast Past Your Bedtime. Get a Hat Pack Hat here! Watch the video of today’s episode at Patreon.com/HollywoodHandbook Like the show? Rate Hollywood Handbook 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts Advertise on Hollywood Handbook via Gumball.fm See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Priv…

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OUTGROWN #1 New Kids on the Block (with Lauren Ash) 1:08:57

16d ago1:08:57

1:08:57

Lauren Ash (Superstore, Not Dead Yet) joins Tom and Julia for the first episode of Outgrown! Lauren discusses her childhood obsession with New Kids on the Block. On OUTGROWN, Julia Vickerman and Tom Scharpling talk to guests about something from popular culture that they used to profoundly identify with and once thought would define them forever an…

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The Big Lugosi 1:40:07

3h ago1:40:07

1:40:07

Tom and Julie act out The Big Lugosi and watch clips of Roger Stone dancing and the mummy scene in Scavenger Hunt. Plus the comic strip HEATHCLIFF apparently came up with Summer Mummies before Tom and Julie did??? They reckon with the truth, Heathcliff vs Garfield, and much more. Also real life Space Jam, Lugosi guys vs Karloff guys, the sad end of…

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PATREON PREVIEW: S&W Q&A Episode 4: Best and Worst Genres, Hot Rockin' Ronnie, & More! 1:04:46

1d ago1:04:46

1:04:46

This week, we're sharing a free preview of our Patreon show "S&W Q&A"! In this episode, Tom and Jon answer your questions about Strange Brew, Wurster's call-in scripts, best and worst genres of music and movies, biggest concert disappointment, Hot Rockin' Ronnie, Kelly Reichardt's Ode, and more! SUPPORT THE BEST SHOW ON PATREON! WEEKLY BONUS EPISOD…

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TOM GETS ROASTED BY AI! LIVE MUSIC FROM CHRIS COHEN! BOYD GREATHOUSE IN FURNACEBRIDGE! OPEN PHONE TUESDAYS! 2:56:56

20d ago2:56:56

2:56:56

Tom gets roasted by AI versions of Bill Burr and Ricky Gervais! CHRIS COHEN performs live in the Best Show theater to promote his new album PAINT A ROOM! Tom gets a call from BOYD GREATHOUSE IN FURNACEBRIDGE! Also, Tom takes calls for OPEN PHONE TUESDAY! SUPPORT THE BEST SHOW ON PATREON! WEEKLY BONUS EPISODES & VIDEO EPISODES! https://www.patreon.c…

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Jim O’Heir, Our Parks and Recreation Friend 48:11

4d ago48:11

48:11

The Boys help JIM O’HEIR fix Parks and Rec for his podcast Parks and Recollection. Get a Hat Pack Hat here! Watch the video of today’s episode at Patreon.com/HollywoodHandbook Like the show? Rate Hollywood Handbook 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts Advertise on Hollywood Handbook via Gumball.fm See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California…

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PATREON LIVESTREAM: Flowers vs Flowers Deathmatch 1:36:48

20d ago1:36:48

1:36:48

Please enjoy this unlocked Patreon Livestream where Tom and Julie pit flowers vs flowers in a brutal deathmatch tournament to determine the Ultimate Flower! Plus lots more!! Patreon is the best way to support Double Threat! Your support keeps the show going and we appreciate it more than we can say. Plus you get weekly bonus episodes, access to mon…

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Marc Maron 30:24

8d ago30:24

30:24

BEST SHOW BESTS! In this classic clip, Tom gets a call from MARC MARON! (Originally broadcast on WFMU on December 4, 2012) New to the Best Show? Check out Best Show Bests, the greatest hits of The Best Show! Available every Friday on your podcast app. SUPPORT THE BEST SHOW ON PATREON! WEEKLY BONUS EPISODES & VIDEO EPISODES! https://www.patreon.com/…

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PATREON PREVIEW: OUTGROWN #1 New Kids on the Block (with Lauren Ash) 1:05:57

13d ago1:05:57

1:05:57

Enjoy this special free episode of our Patreon-exclusive podcast, OUTGROWN! Sign up for Patreon https://www.patreon.com/TheBestShow On OUTGROWN, Julia Vickerman and Tom Scharpling talk to guests about something from popular culture that they used to profoundly identify with and once thought would define them forever and eventually outgrew. Episode …

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Adam Conover, Our Close Friend Again 48:18

11d ago48:18

48:18

The Boys welcome back ADAM CONOVER to ruins Hollywood Handbook. Get a Hat Pack Hat here! Watch the video of today’s episode at Patreon.com/TheFlagrantOnes. Like the show? Rate Hollywood Handbook 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts Advertise on Hollywood Handbook via Gumball.fm Get started with a $13 trial set for just $3 at harrys.com/THEBOYS See Privacy Pol…

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M. Night Shyamalan's Chubby Checker Biopic 2:01:28

13d ago2:01:28

2:01:28

Tom and Julie watch clips of Nick Adams promoting his new book on a duckboat, Linda Rae feuding with Joan Collins, Baz Luhrmann explaining his marriage in a TikTok street interview, and more. Plus Tom and Julie practice their pitch for an M. Night Shyamalan-directed Chubby Checker biopic called The Twist! They reveal what went on behind-the-scenes …

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Ep. 2 (feat. Jessy Morner-Ritt) 41:02

13d ago41:02

41:02

John Gentle learns about QR codes and fan fiction, then welcomes a student to the show who is fundraising to help her community. Featuring Brett Davis, Jessy Morner-Ritt & Emma Callahan. Music by Simon Hanes. Artwork by Jo Minor. SUPPORT THE BEST SHOW ON PATREON FOR AD-FREE VIDEO EPISODES OF THE JOHN GENTLE SHOW AND MORE! https://www.patreon.com/Th…

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Ep. 3 (feat. Hayley McFarland) 37:21

14d ago37:21

37:21

John Gentle presents a celebration of women, with his favorite woman in the whole wide world. Plus, the concert calendar and game day tips Featuring Brett Davis, Hayley McFarland & Emma Callahan. Music by Simon Hanes. Artwork by Jo Minor. SUPPORT THE BEST SHOW ON PATREON FOR AD-FREE VIDEO EPISODES OF THE JOHN GENTLE SHOW AND MORE! https://www.patre…

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Ep. 4 (feat. Rachel Kaly) 43:08

17d ago43:08

43:08

There's a snowstorm in Passaic, and the only three people on campus must learn to co-exist. Plus, a pre-storm trip to the grocery store. Featuring Rachel Kaly, Emma Callahan & Rob Michael Hugel. Music by Simon Hanes & Beverly Glenn-Copeland. Artwork by Jo Minor. SUPPORT THE BEST SHOW ON PATREON FOR AD-FREE VIDEO EPISODES OF THE JOHN GENTLE SHOW AND…

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Darvan In Upper South Newbridge 33:46

15d ago33:46

33:46

BEST SHOW BESTS! In this classic clip, Tom gets a call from DARVAN IN UPPER SOUTH NEWBRIDGE! (Originally aired on January 25th, 2023) New to the Best Show? Check out Best Show Bests, the greatest hits of The Best Show! Available every Friday on your podcast app. SUPPORT THE BEST SHOW ON PATREON! WEEKLY BONUS EPISODES & VIDEO EPISODES! https://www.p…

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Ep. 5 (feat. David Brown) 45:17

26d ago45:17

45:17

John ponders potential life in the virtual world with a former student, who is now a college professor at the City College of Passaic. Featuring David Brown & Emma Callahan. Music by Simon Hanes. Artwork by Jo Minor. Additional writing by Rupi Kaur. SUPPORT THE BEST SHOW ON PATREON FOR AD-FREE VIDEO EPISODES OF THE JOHN GENTLE SHOW AND MORE! https:…

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Ep 6 (feat. Colin O’Brien) 45:33

19d ago45:33

45:33

John Gentle has a complete meltdown meeting the "cool" professor. Featuring Colin O'Brien & Emma Callahan. Music by Simon Hanes. Artwork by Jo Minor. SUPPORT THE BEST SHOW ON PATREON FOR AD-FREE VIDEO EPISODES OF THE JOHN GENTLE SHOW AND MORE! https://www.patreon.com/TheBestShowBy Forever Dog

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SARAH SQUIRM! JOSH MARGOLIN! LIVE MUSIC FROM SHEER MAG! JULIA VICKERMAN! FRANK APREZAL IN SHERBERTBRIDGE! 3:11:52

17d ago3:11:52

3:11:52

SARAH SQUIRM makes amends with Tom for her recent Best Show Zoom debacle by appearing live in studio with her friend LUKE TAYLOR! Tom talks with director JOSH MARGOLIN about his new film THELMA! SHEER MAG rock the Best Show/Forever Dog theater with a scorching live set! JULIA VICKERMAN comes to talk with Tom about their new show OUTGROWN, only on t…

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Ep 7 (feat. Bridey Elliott) 37:05

20d ago37:05

37:05

John Gentle's "best friend" stops by the studio. Featuring Bridey Elliott & Emma Callahan. Music by Simon Hanes. Artwork by Jo Minor. SUPPORT THE BEST SHOW ON PATREON FOR AD-FREE VIDEO EPISODES OF THE JOHN GENTLE SHOW AND MORE! https://www.patreon.com/TheBestShowBy Forever Dog

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Ayo Edebiri, Our Interview Friend Again 48:22

18d ago48:22

48:22

The Boys welcome back AYO EDEBIRI to discuss her recent interview with Vanity Fair. Get a Hat Pack Hat here! Watch the video of today’s episode at Patreon.com/TheFlagrantOnes. Like the show? Rate Hollywood Handbook 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts Advertise on Hollywood Handbook via Gumball.fm Fiji Water - https://www.fijiwater.com/ See Privacy Policy at …

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Ep 8 (feat. Cole Escola) 33:13

21d ago33:13

33:13

John reconnects with an old flame and accusations begin flying. Featuring Cole Escola as Joyce Conner and Emma Callahan as Eva. Music by Simon Hanes. Artwork by Jo Minor. SUPPORT THE BEST SHOW ON PATREON FOR AD-FREE VIDEO EPISODES OF THE JOHN GENTLE SHOW AND MORE! https://www.patreon.com/TheBestShowBy Forever Dog

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The Vatican Comedy All-Stars 1:48:54

1M ago1:48:54

1:48:54

Tom and Julie watch clips of comedians at the Vatican, Dusty Rhodes on acid, Armie Hammer on a podcast, and more! Julie recounts her big week at the Sondheim auction and the new production of Cats. Tom plans how to rob the audience at the new production of Cats. Plus updates on Brett’s Watchalong of The Net and plans for the upcoming Patreon livest…

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