Best Mande John Podcasts (2024)

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Rashida Jones: Leslie and Ben (S5E14) 56:13

29m ago56:13

56:13

Rashida Jones (Ann Perkins herself!) joins Jim O’Heir and Greg Levine to discuss the early days of Parks and Recreation, how being a close friend of Mike Schur did not do her any favors in the casting process, and all the ways Ann Perkins and Leslie Knope’s unbreakable bond parallels her and Amy Poehler’s real life friendship. Plus Rashida, Jim and…

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Mary Sohn, Our Close Friend 43:55

11h ago43:55

43:55

The Boys help MARY SOHN enter the lucrative world of podcast adaptations. Check out the new summer edition of the 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 Go to MackWeldon.com and get 20% off yo…

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Eric Bishop Talks New Book "Breach of Trust" 1:40:23

1d ago1:40:23

1:40:23

Eric Bishop is an author and podcaster. His latest book "Breach of Trust" is a sequel to his hit book "The Body Man." We discuss the new book, being an author, health & nutrition, the future of America and more! 0:00:00 - Intro 0:00:13 - Title Insurance, Squaters & Housing Laws 0:05:30 - Crazy Time to Be Alive 0:07:10 - Ted Nugent & Different Walks…

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Episode 1548 - Jude Law 1:20:45

22h ago1:20:45

1:20:45

Jude Law and Marc made a movie together but they never actually got to meet during it. They remedy that at the production offices of Jude’s latest project, as he sits down with Marc to talk about the elasticity of time, having a runaway imagination, the traveling life of an actor, and Michael Caine. They also talk about the preparation Jude puts in…

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Ted Nugent Talks Guitars, Hunting, and Damn Yankees 1:06:47

3d ago1:06:47

1:06:47

Ted Nugent is a singer, guitarist, outdoorsman and political activist. His latest song with dUg Pinnick and Carmine Appice is available now. We discuss the new song, other musicians he’s worked with, conservation, sobriety, government overreach and more! 0:00:00 - Intro 0:00:13 - Ted Nugent Rumors 0:02:15 - Kid Rock & Other Musicians 0:05:15 - Play…

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Ep 42: I Know What To Do, So Why Don’t I Do It? 40:42

31m ago40:42

40:42

💡Bridge the Knowing-Doing Gap and Unleash Your Potential in this insightful episode titled "I Know What To Do, So Why Don't I Do It?" Mande delves into the powerful concepts from the book of the same name by Nick Hall, Ph.D., revealing practical strategies to close the gap between knowledge and action, particularly for those with ADHD. Discover how…

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Episode 1547 - Ali Siddiq 1:47:25

1h ago1:47:25

1:47:25

Comedian Ali Siddiq draws from his life experiences to create his comedy shows. Now in the midst of a four part comedy special called The Domino Effect, Ali is exploring everything from his tough upbringing to his time spent in prison to the early comedic stylings he displayed while working at the Sunglass Hut. Marc and Ali compare notes on their s…

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Ted Danson & Woody Harrelson Are Reunited! 2:13

3d ago2:13

2:13

Ted and Woody are back together to bring you a brand new podcast from Team Coco! It’s called “Where Everybody Knows Your Name with Ted Danson and Woody Harrelson (Sometimes)" and it’s out right now! They’re talking to guests like Conan O’Brien, Will Arnett, Jane Fonda, Billy Eichner, Kristen Bell, and so many more. Head over to “Where Everybody Kno…

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Comedy Clubs and Cancer, Life with Comedian Andrew Rivers 1:38:22

2d ago1:38:22

1:38:22

Trying to get canceled as a PR tactic? We'll see if it works with this episode with comedian Andrew Rivers! On this episode of The Chuck Shute Show, Seattle stand-up comedian Andrew Rivers joins Chuck for an engaging and provocative conversation. Known for his hit Dry Bar Comedy special (2018), Andrew is set to launch his new YouTube special, "Hell…

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Rekha Shankar, Our Close Friend 47:07

4d ago47:07

47:07

The Boys welcome back REKHA SHANKAR to help promote their live show with the Doughboys this Friday! Tickets available HERE! PROMO PIC (SPOILER) 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 Fi…

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Joe Mande: Emergency Response (S5E13) 55:47

4d ago55:47

55:47

Comedian and writer Joe Mande (Parks and Rec, The Good Place, Delocated) joins Jim O’Heir and Greg Levine to break down Pawnee’s response to a hypothetical avian flu outbreak, Andy’s attempt to pass the police entrance exam, and Ron’s surprisingly good appearance on Pawnee Today. Plus, Joe discusses the ins and outs of writing his first episode of …

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Episode 1546 - Ed O'Neill 1:32:02

10m ago1:32:02

1:32:02

Ed O’Neill’s his early days working in an Ohio steel mill and contemplating a potential career hustling for mobsters didn’t seem like a path to Hollywood. Nor did his days playing football and coming up short during NFL tryouts. But his working class Irish background wound up making Ed the perfect portrayer of Al Bundy, a performance partially base…

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Ep 41: The 12 Week Year Update & Invite 23:38

8d ago23:38

23:38

🎯 Unlock the power of focused goal-setting and accountability in this engaging episode titled "The 12 Week Year Update." Mande shares her experience and insights from implementing the 12 Week Year challenge with her group, highlighting the transformative effects of setting clear goals, creating a vision, and embracing consistent action. Discover ho…

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Episode 1545 - Larry David 1:26:43

1d ago1:26:43

1:26:43

Larry David says he regrets saying yes to everything right after he agrees to do it. But it’s too late to back out of the garage now, so he’ll try to convince Marc that he actually has a much better disposition than the Larry David character on Curb Your Enthusiasm. Larry talks with Marc about his early days at Catch a Rising Star, how he found his…

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Jen D’Angelo, Our Awards Shows Friend 45:11

11d ago45:11

45:11

The Boys and JEN D’ANGELO fix the awards shows. See Hollywood Handbook live and streaming Fri, June 14th at 7:30 pm PST at Dynasty Typewriter with special guests Doughboys! Get tickets HERE! Also make sure to get the new Summer Edition of the Hat Pack Hat HERE! Watch the video of today’s episode at Patreon.com/TheFlagrantOnes. Like the show? Rate H…

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Matt Besser: Ann’s Decision (S5E12) 53:03

4d ago53:03

53:03

Ann’s on a quest for a sperm donor amid Pawnee’s shallow pool of candidates, April sets fire to Leslie’s impressive collection of pantsuits, and Ben, Ron, and Chris are stricken with an epic case of food poisoning. Jim O’Heir and Greg Levine break it all down in this week’s walkthrough of “Ann’s Decision.” Plus, improv genius Matt Besser joins Jim …

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Episode 1544 - Susie Essman 1:23:21

4d ago1:23:21

1:23:21

After twenty-four years and twelve seasons as Susie Greene on Curb Your Enthusiasm, Susie Essman’s life has become strangers seeing her on the street and asking her to curse them out. Susie tells Marc the ins and outs of making Curb and why so many people have trouble separating the characters from the people who play them. They also talk about Lar…

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Devin Bronson (guitarist w/ Sebastian Bach) 1:24:12

7d ago1:24:12

1:24:12

Devin Bronson is a guitarist, songwriter and music producer. He has worked with a variety of artists including Avril Lavigne, P!nk, Butch Walker and Sebastian Bach. He was a co-songwriter and guitarist for Bach's latest record "Child Within the Man" that is out now. We discuss the new record, working with Sebastian, bands using backing tracks, navi…

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Ep 40: Expand Your Capacity for Discomfort 23:42

14d ago23:42

23:42

🔎 Discover the transformative power of embracing discomfort and negative emotions in this insightful episode titled "Expanding Your Capacity for Discomfort." Mande shares valuable strategies for reframing your perspective on discomfort and learning to support yourself through challenging emotions, ultimately unlocking your full potential for person…

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Episode 1543 - Tony Goldwyn 1:25:19

8d ago1:25:19

1:25:19

Despite a family name that goes back to the dawn of Hollywood, Tony Goldwyn’s father did not want him to get into the family business. It took Tony achieving his own success and landing a lead role in the movie Ghost for his father to accept this career path. Tony tells Marc the hardscrabble immigrant story of his grandfather, the man who became Sa…

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PROMO: Hollywood Handbook Live Show with Doughboys on June 14th! 4:11

10d ago4:11

4:11

See Hollywood Handbook live and livestreamed Fri, June 14th at 7:30 pm PST at Dynasty Typewriter with special guests Doughboys! Get tickets HERE! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Bobby Moynihan, Our Possible Halftime Show Friend 50:35

11d ago50:35

50:35

The Boys audition BOBBY MOYNIHAN to perform at next year’s Super Bowl Halftime show. Check out Bobby in the new movie Unfrosted. 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 See Privacy Polic…

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Alison Becker: Women in Garbage (S5E11) 55:47

11d ago55:47

55:47

“TWEEP!” Alison Becker (Shauna Malwae-Tweep herself) joins Jim O’Heir and Greg Levine to break down Shauna’s “situationship” with Chris Traeger, Leslie and April’s day fighting misogyny within the sanitation department, and Ron’s failed attempt as a babysitter. Plus, Alison recounts finding out she was cast on the “Unnamed Amy Poehler Project” and …

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Episode 1542 - Molly Ringwald 1:30:55

11d ago1:30:55

1:30:55

There was a time when Molly Ringwald knew she had to get out of America for a while so she didn’t have to be That Girl anymore. Now, with a career that includes being a jazz singer, a novelist, and a translator of French literature, Molly is much more than That Girl. Molly and Marc talk about her early days on The Facts of Life, her global stardom …

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Ep 39: How To Create A Great Week 31:09

19d ago31:09

31:09

🌟 Unlock the secret to a fulfilling and productive life with Mande's step-by-step guide to creating your ideal week in this episode titled "How to Create a Great Week." Discover how prioritizing your values and crafting a personalized schedule can lead to a more balanced and satisfying lifestyle. 📌 What You'll Learn: The key questions to ask yourse…

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Corey Glover (Living Colour) 24:29

15d ago24:29

24:29

Corey Glover is a musician and actor, best known as the singer of the rock band Living Colour. He acted in a stage production of Jesus Christ Superstar as well as played the role of Francis in 1986 Oscar winning film "Platoon." His latest project is a band with guitarist Mike Orlando (Adrenaline Mob) called "Sonic Universe.' We discuss the new musi…

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Episode 1541 - Steph Tolev 1:37:19

15d ago1:37:19

1:37:19

In a role reversal for WTF guests, Steph Tolev thought Marc didn’t like her. And as Marc usually finds out when he assumes another comedian dislikes him, Steph discovered that Marc is actually totally intrigued by who she is and interested in how she developed her unique comedic style. So Steph explains that it has a lot to do with Canada, highland…

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David Brown, Our Jury Duty Friend 43:36

17d ago43:36

43:36

The Boys help DAVID BROWN take full credit for Jury Duty. 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 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https:/…

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Two Parties (S5E10) 45:47

18d ago45:47

45:47

“It’s time for the Gettysburg UNDRESS!” Jim O’Heir and Greg Levine break down the highs and lows of Ben and Leslie’s bachelor and bachelorette parties in this week’s walkthrough of “Two Parties.” They cover it all, from Leslie digging in the dirt with gummy penises, to Andy catching a pass from Colts quarterback Andrew Luck, to Newt Gingrich’s unpl…

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John Joseph (ex singer of The Cro-Mags & author) 2:08:55

18d ago2:08:55

2:08:55

John Joseph is a musician, author, speaker, coach and Ironman athlete. He is best known for fronting the iconic punk band the Cro-Mags, and is currently the vocalist of Bloodclot. He has a new book coming out titled “Destroying Monsters” about dealing with addiction. We discuss John’s addiction and background, surviving a drive by shooting, selling…

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Episode 1540 - Daniel Stern 1:29:33

18d ago1:29:33

1:29:33

Daniel Stern made a radical decision in show business after achieving success and financial independence: He decided to stop. After culture-defining projects like Home Alone, The Wonder Years, City Slickers and more, Daniel tells Marc why he decided to devote more time to his family, farming, sculpture and public service, all based on the example s…

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Ep 38: Slow Productivity - Slowing Down For Health & Happiness 29:24

23d ago29:24

29:24

🔍 Seeking balance between productivity and well-being? Join Mande as she discusses her journey towards a healthier, more productive life in this episode titled "Slowing Down for Health and Happiness." Mande shares insights from Cal Newport's book Slow Productivity and her personal experiences with managing work intensity. 📌 What You'll Learn: The i…

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Jerold Mande (nutritionist) 1:29:14

30d ago1:29:14

1:29:14

Jerold Mande is a nutritionist, public policy expert and adjunct professor at Harvard University. He has had several roles in both government and academia over his career. He is currently also the CEO of Nourish Science, a non-governmental organization (NGO) that is focused on solving the country’s current nutrition crisis. In this episode we discu…

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Episode 1539 - Billy Strings 1:39:23

22d ago1:39:23

1:39:23

When Marc saw Billy Strings play live on stage at Willie Nelson’s birthday show, he watched a born performer make bluegrass music vital to a modern audience. Billy talks with Marc about his joy of guitar playing as an adolescent in Michigan, how his family helped shape his musical sensibilities, and how substance abuse in and around his life worked…

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Jeremy Levick and Rajat Suresh, Our Diss Track Friends 44:15

1M ago44:15

44:15

The Boys welcome back JEREMY LEVICK and RAJAT SURESH to discuss the rules for their diss track. 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 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy an…

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Tim Montana (singer, guitarist, actor) 45:12

24d ago45:12

45:12

Tim Montana is a singer, songwriter, guitarist and actor. His latest album, Savage, which is his first one playing rock, is out July 12th. He is currently on tour with Seether and Staind, and will soon be on tour with Bush, Jerry Cantrell and Candlebox. In this episode we discuss touring, the new album, doing a scene with Samuel L. Jackson, writing…

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Ron and Diane (S5E9) 46:44

1M ago46:44

46:44

“Diane Lewis? More like Diane Sawyer!” In this week’s episode, Jim O’Heir and Greg Levine break down Leslie and Diane’s first meeting, Jerry Gergich’s surprisingly lovely home life with Gail (played by supermodel Christie Brinkley), and the sexual hurricane that is Tammy II. Plus, Jim and Greg give their top pick of who they think would be the last…

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Episode 1538 - A. Whitney Brown 1:38:02

25d ago1:38:02

1:38:02

Before discovering comedy, A. Whitney Brown dropped out of the eighth grade, bounced around reform schools, had a criminal record, and spent time in jail. Now, after a career that saw him do standup on Carson, write for SNL during its late-‘80s renaissance, and help launch The Daily Show, Whitney says he’s happy to be out of show business. Marc cau…

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Sam LaChow (Seattle rapper) 57:24

29d ago57:24

57:24

Sam LaChow is a rapper, producer and videographer from Seattle. His latest single “Happy Music” is available everywhere now. In this episode we discuss music, sobriety, mental health, Seattle and more! 00:00 - Intro 00:13 - Seattle, Garfield High & Landmarks 04:00 - Touring & Seattle Venues 05:45 - Living in Seattle 07:05 - Sobriety & Addiction 10:…

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Episode 1537 - Joe Mande 1:09:05

29d ago1:09:05

1:09:05

Joe Mande’s past appearances on WTF involve him being a sort of merry comic prankster, like back in the heyday of Twitter when he was trolling politicians and corporate brands on a daily basis. But in today’s polarized social environment, Joe and Marc talk about how tricky it is to be a modern day troublemaker. They also discuss their shared love o…

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Griffin Newman, Our Close Friend Again 53:48

1M ago53:48

53:48

The Boys lock down GRIFFIN NEWMAN on Draft Day and discuss what’s next on Blank Check. 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 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Califor…

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Pawnee Commons (S5E8) 45:50

1M ago45:50

45:50

Special Agent Burt Macklin (aka Andy Dwyer) hangs up his shades, Tom gets Rent-A-Swag up and running, and Leslie and Ben cross the border into Pawnee’s smug sister city Eagleton to collaborate on a park design for Lot 48. Jim O’Heir and Greg Levine are breaking it all down in this week’s rewatch of “Pawnee Commons.” Plus, Jim and Greg think up vani…

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