The Indoor Kids isn't just about video games, but it isn't not about video games. The Indoor Kids is all about the kind of lifestyle you have to lead in order to be a proper Gamer, capital G. Join hosts Kumail Nanjiani and Emily V. Gordon as they take on a journey from childhood Shinobi obsessions, up through the best and worst video game adaptations of movies. Grab your Energy Swords(Mountain Dew liter bottles)!
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Kumail Nanjiani (Silicon Valley, The Indoor Kids) and a guest explore their favorite cases of The X-Files. The truth is out there!
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Comedian Adam Ray chats with famous comedians, actors, musicians, athletes and amazing humans that result in lots of comedy. It’s fun. Every episode is different and easy to stay engaged. Ok. Thanks for reading.
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Comedian Andrew Santino interviews friends in and out of the entertainment industry as they reflect on deviant stories of their past; while sipping whiskey. Available on all streaming services and Spotify.
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In this podcast — whose profits go to charities helping those affected by Coronavirus — Emily V. Gordon and Kumail Nanjiani are uniquely qualified to lead you through this forced quarantine situation. They are both writers who work from home. Emily was a therapist and currently is a chronically sick person (see: The Big Sick) who often has to quarantine herself, and Kumail is her main caretaker. Plus, we both just like being at home. Let us advise you on how to stay calm and avoid cabin feve ...
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To be human is to fail – period. And not just to fail once, but to fail a lot. As the author Samuel Beckett said: “Fail again. Fail better.” This saying means a lot to me and my family – so much so that my daughter got a tattoo of it. Why are we, and so many others, so deeply concerned by failure? And if it’s something we all do so often, why are we so afraid of it – especially those of us here in win-at-all-costs America? In this podcast, I sit down with successful, thoughtful people like B ...
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Each week, hosts Eric Vespe and Scott Wampler welcome a notable guest to the show to discuss a work of film from the career of director Steven Spielberg. The Spiel is an open-ended love letter to one of the greatest film directors of all time and his enormous impact on cinema.
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Radio Happy Hour is a monthly radio comedy with guest stars and a murder mystery every time. Past guests have included The Hold Steady, Norah Jones, Andrew WK, Jolie Holland, Tunde Adebimpe of TV on the Radio, Michael Showalter, Chuck Klosterman, and Kumail Nanjiani
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The Internet Evolves Quickly. Join Us in the Madness as we March into it. You know best, it’s hard to keep up with the constantly evolving internet culture we are immersed in if we like it or not. We do our best to bring our unique & diverse perspectives to topics that may otherwise just be another headline in your life. Streaming Weekly - We record this podcast live and create a whole network of content.
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Extra Extra is your hottest source for celebrity news, gossip and scandals (the ones that matter to us at least). We bring on a new guest each week and interview them about their favorite celebrity scandal, while recapping our favorite stories from the week.
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Hosted by Rolling Stone Chief TV Critic, Alan Sepinwall, each episode features a celebrity guest who has never seen an extremely popular and groundbreaking television series. Together Alan and his guest watch the pilot and the finale episodes of a series- and nothing in between! Drawing on their own television experiences, and with Alan’s expertise and guidance, Alan’s guests make predictions for the series and discuss everything that has happened throughout its seasons.
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The other guys, the number twos, the Sidekicks. You’ve all heard of them, and if you can’t figure out who yours is… well, it’s probably you. And ID10T podcast co-host, Matt Mira gets it. He wanted his own show but didn’t want the pressure of hosting, and lucky for him, he got it. Mira acts as the ultimate late-night talk show sidekick to a brand new, different “guest host” each week on Sidekick.
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Kumail Nanjiani is a versatile actor, comedian, and writer known for blending sharp wit with heartfelt storytelling. From his breakout role in "Silicon Valley" to his Oscar-nominated screenplay for "The Big Sick," Kumail has consistently pushed boundaries in comedy and drama. His dedication to representation and authentic narratives shines through …
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When I first met Kumail Nanjiani, we were on set on the X-Files, chasing down the shape-shifting Were-Monster. Since then, I’ve seen Kumail undergo his own transformation — into a leading man and big-screen superhero, playing memorable characters with depth, heart and humor. Only, he doesn’t always see it that way. We chat about his love of the X-F…
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#774 - Chuck Liddell, Matthew McConaughey talks Oscars, Dazed & Confused, Texas & More!
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Matthew McConaughey is one of the greatest actors of all time. His body of work on the screen is as impressive as it gets, and how he got there is nothing to skip over. In this special conversation, Adam Ray & UFC HALL OF FAMER Chuck Liddell chat with the Oscar winner about everything from growing up in Texas, to his first acting gigs in DAZED & CO…
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EXCLUSIVE PEEK: Reflections on Mary Trump, Sean Penn, and more
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Here’s something a little different this week, before I come back next week with more interviews. At the end of each episode, you hear a snippet of my thoughts on the interview, usually a day or so later after I’ve had time to sit with it. I share the full version of those freeform, reflective monologues with our Premium subscribers, and today I wa…
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Director Greg Mottola (Superbad, Paul, and Confess, Fletch) joins Wampler and Vespe to talk about a very early outing for Steven Spielberg as producer: Used Cars. Written by Bob Gale and Robert Zemeckis, produced by Spielberg and John Milius, and directed by Zemeckis, this raunchy, cynical, absurd early '80s comedy starring Kurt Russell, Jack Warde…
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Greg Fitzsimmons is a razor-sharp comedian and Emmy-winning writer known for his fearless wit and incisive humor. With a career spanning decades, Greg has headlined major comedy clubs, written for top TV shows, and hosted the popular Fitzdog Radio podcast. His latest special, You Know Me, showcases his trademark blend of brutally honest storytellin…
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Check it Out: “The art of failure with David Duchovny”
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I recently sat down with organizational psychologist Adam Grant for an episode of his podcast, ReThinking. Even though he was the one interviewing me, he shared some of his own valuable insights from the world of academic research. In our conversation, we discuss the importance of accepting your failures, how falling short of your goals can be a go…
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#773 - Dr. Phil LIVE in Portland, OR w/Kyle Kinane and Harland Williams
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Dr Phil LIVE! is back! Here comes the second show in Portland, Oregon, at The Aladdin Theater, featuring the return of Harland Williams and bringing in Kyle Kinane to the show! "We'll keep it right here." Sponsor: VIIA Hemp - VIIAHEMP.com and use code ALN for 15% off Adam Ray as Dr. Phil Kyle Kinane as himself @KyleKinaneOfficial Harland Williams a…
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The time has come. The All-Spark is up for grabs and that can only mean one thing: We gotta talk about Transformers, executively produced by one Mr. Steven Spielberg. Wampler and Vespe couldn't do it alone, though, so they called in the calvary in the form of the very funny comedian, author, and actor, DC Pierson (Mystery Team, The Boy Who Couldn't…
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Gary Vider is a stand-up comedian known for his dry, deadpan humor and clever observations. He gained fame as a finalist on "America's Got Talent" Season 10 and has performed on shows like "Conan." Gary also hosts "The #1 Dad" podcast, where he humorously explores the challenges of fatherhood, sharing relatable stories and insights with his signatu…
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Being “indie famous” is complicated, and Kathleen Hanna isn’t here to water it down. Her career making feminist punk music — most notably in the band Bikini Kill — meant she was attacked for her activism by some and objectified as a symbol by others. But Kathleen and her bandmates continued to fight for respect and wrangle messy topics into punchy …
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#772 - Kill Tony RECAP of Madison Square Garden show!
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Adam Ray recaps the AMAZING shows in NYC this week including Kill Tony at Madison Square Garden! Adam Ray, am I right? You know him from Arrested Development. Curb Your Enthusiasm. MST3K. Pam & Tommy. MadTV. Hacks. He is also known in some parts as Dr. Phil. If you are in ear shot of him, then you are laughing. Like, Subscribe, and keep coming back…
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Comedian Josh Gondelman (Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel) joins us to talk a little about the very first Men In Black. How does the film hold up? Is it okay to like Will Smith again? How good was Barry Sonnenfeld at making this type of goofy genre movie? Why won't Hollywood just give Rick Baker a trillion dollars to ke…
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Taylor Tomlinson is a sharp and witty stand-up comedian known for her relatable humor and fearless takes on modern life. Host of the late-night show After Midnight, Taylor blends quick wit with keen observations, delivering punchlines that resonate with audiences of all ages. Whether she's tackling the challenges of adulthood or navigating the absu…
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#771 - Dr. Phil LIVE! With Joel McHale, Shawn Kemp, Kwame Appiah
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Recorded LIVE at the Neptune Theatre on June 30th, 2024! Adam Ray, am I right? You know him from Arrested Development. Curb Your Enthusiasm. MST3K. Pam & Tommy. MadTV. Hacks. He is also known in some parts as Dr. Phil. If you are in ear shot of him, then you are laughing. Like, Subscribe, and keep coming back for more! Follow Adam Ray: Official Web…
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The incomparable Dee Wallace joins The Spiel to discuss her work on Steven Spielberg's E.T. Wallace takes us behind the scenes of the making of the movie, including stories about how she got the part of Mary, what it was like the first time she saw E.T., the one time she had a disagreement with Spielberg on the set, her beliefs on what real life al…
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Michael Blaustein is a comedic powerhouse known for his quick wit and electrifying stage presence. A seasoned stand-up comedian, Michael's unique blend of humor and relatable storytelling has captivated audiences nationwide. Whether he's performing on the comedy circuit or co-hosting the wildly popular "Stiff Socks" podcast, his dynamic energy and …
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#770 - Dr. Phil LIVE! with Steve-O, Nick Swardson, Kumail Nanjiani
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Dr. Phil LIVE! is back, and this time, we are getting into some super personal topics with Steve-O, Nick Swardson, and Kumail Nanjiani! "We'll keep it right here." and it's brought to you by Better Help. Go to www.betterhelp.com/aboutlastnight for 10% off your first month! Adam Ray as Dr. Phil Steve-O @steveotelevision Nick Swardson @nickswardson K…
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Mary Trump, niece of former president Donald Trump, has long lived in the shadow of her family’s name. And as she writes in her new memoir, Who Could Ever Love You, the darkness of that shadow affected generations of Trump children long before it took hold of the world. We talk about her grandfather, Fred Trump, the business-minded, manipulative pa…
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Model, Streamer, and Kingcast favorite guest Laura Lux makes her first appearance on The Spiel and she brings a hell of a title with her. This is our very first time talking about a movie that Spielberg produced, but didn't direct. That's right, it's 1990's Arachnophobia directed by Spielberg's longtime producer Frank Marshall and starring Jeff Dan…
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Check it Out: “How to Succeed at Failing, Part 1: The Chain of Events”
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This week I’m sharing a neat episode of Freakonomics Radio, hosted by past guest Stephen Dubner. His acclaimed podcast recently put out a series that really resonated with me — a series about failure, which is part of why I was so excited to talk with Stephen in the first place. You get to hear the first episode of that series, How to Succeed at Fa…
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BONUS: A Conversation with Laurent Bouzereau
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Yes, The Spiel has a Patreon and here's a tiny taste of the bonus episodes you get if you sign up. First one's free! This chat with Laurent Bouzereau will give you a behind the scenes peek at what it's like working with Steven Spielberg as his own personal documentarian. We discuss the importance of Laurent's documentary work, including his recentl…
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Known for his explosive energy and razor-sharp lyrics, Prof is the Midwest's wild card in the rap game. Hailing from Minneapolis, he's a master of storytelling with a flair for the absurd, weaving comedy and chaos into every verse. With a career spanning over a decade, Prof has carved out his own lane with a blend of hip-hop, R&B, and in-your-face …
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