How Was Your Week with Julie Klausner
By Julie Klausner
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In which Julie Klausner asks guests how their week was, and also we learn stuff and have fun.
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ExplicitEp. 51: "HWYW Live": Sandra Bernhard, Tom Scharpling, Ira Glass, Joe Mande | This week's episode was recorded live on Feb 2nd at The Bell House in beautiful New York City! Isn't that exciting? It is very exciting. Join Julie as she interviews SANDRA BERNHARD, TOM SCHARPLING and JOE MANDE live on stage, while TED LEO & THE PHARMACISTS watch! Enjoy a special, unannounced guest appearance by IRA GLASS, who joins LEIGH HENDRIX, the winner of the HWYW Poetry Contest, in our Pretzel Crisps and Peanut Chews-furnished Snack Nest! And marvel in unexpected moments: like when Julie forgot the opening verse to an Avril Lavigne song! When Sandra Bernhard came out wearing a gorgeous boho ensemble, only to slide around in her s****y folding chair! And when we all remembered, along with Joe Mande, how much we all miss Andy Rooney. Plus--Ted has some pressing questions for a gentleman who works for Peanut Chews and some disconcerting theories about "Kiss From a Rose," Tom has big ideas about the Candyland movie, Ira has some harsh words for white chocolate, Joe has some innovative ways to confuse female bodybuilders on Twitter, and Leigh Hendrix has a new friend. Also-- Julie asks Ted about the "Philly Lunatic"! Tom asks when he missed the meeting about everybody deciding to watch and live-tweet Downton Abbey! Ira suggests the ultimate snack mash-up! And Sandra makes Julie's dreams come true when she duets with her on "Wichita Lineman." What a show! What a memory-maker! The Guests: Sandra Bernhard Tom Scharpling Joe Mande Ira Glass And introducing Leigh Hendrix The Band: Teddy Leo Chris Wilson James Canty The Dream Team: Alex Scordelis (Writer) Marianne Ways (Live Show Producer) Chris Spooner (Tech, Podcast Producer, Graphic Designer) Lacey Micallef (GIF designer) Jake Fogelnest (Consultant) Miriam Grubin-Cappel & Ben Cappel, and their dog Chloe (Ground Dog Wranglers; Ground Dog) Jack Fagan (Consultant; Muse) Kelly Hudson (Video Editor) Greg Stees (Cameraman) Bob Zender from Peanut Chews & Jason Harty from Pretzel Crisps (Sponsors) Sanjib Mukhopadhyay (Sound Recording) | 2/24/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 50: "What About a Macaroni Salad?": Jenny Johnson, Max Silvestri | On this episode of How Was Your Week, basset aficionado, comedienne and Twitter superstar JENNY JOHNSON joins Julie to discuss her mother's hatred of gingers, the choreography of certain celebrity sex tapes, what her dog once thought was cheese, and the Kim Kardashian tweet that confused the hosts of The View. Then, comedian and occasional recapper of food-themed television MAX SILVESTRI is here to inform us of a television show that exists called "Rachael Vs. Guy: Celebrity Cook-Off." Unfortunately, this program is not a televised fight to the death, but at least Taylor Dayne was on it--to say nothing of Coolio and Lou Diamond Phillips! They were also participants. Yikes, right? Right. Plus, Julie breathes life into the theory that Malachy, the winner of the Westminster Dog Show, is NOT A DOG AT ALL! A story about a grifter-fainter on her flight who littered his free snack debris on the seat between them! A bold takedown of Julie's alleged racism from the hard news blog, KittenMittens.org! Also, what it was like to kiss Uggie and why it is okay to say you're jealous about it! Whether it's likely that Holocaust victims care about being posthumously baptized! And Julie meets a new enemy who stars on NCIS and is named something ridiculous. A fine, fine show for your ears! | 2/17/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 49: "Me And My Stupid Bat": Kristen Johnston | On this episode of How Was Your Week, actress and author KRISTEN JOHNSTON joins Julie--on her bed!-- to talk about her new book, GUTS, why Joseph Gordon-Levitt isn't like other messed-up former child actors, the time Kyle Richards did background work --and tried to be Kristen's BFF!--on ER, the advice she'd give people considering rehab, and how kind John Lithgow was to her during her THIRD ROCK audition. Also, what advice she gave Andy Cohen back in the day! Her dog's food issues! And the terrifying experience she had in London that led her into sobriety. Plus, Julie re-watches THE NEVERENDING STORY and has strong feelings about Bastion's father's breakfast choices! What Roberto Benigni has in common with Glenn Close--and a real boy! Why Debra Messing's husband in SMASH is so discouraging of her lyric-writing! The history of clowning, and how it relates to the book, COLUMBINE! And Anthony Bourdain's Oscar picks, because somebody (damn her) actually asked him. Also, Kristen put on lashes do do this podcast, and you can hear them on the recording! In a way, you can. Shut up! I'm serious! | 2/10/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 48: "Best of HWYW Vol. 2": Patton Oswalt, John Mulaney, Mike Daisey & Ted Leo | It's a clip show-palooza this week, also known as an outtakes episode! The 48th episode of How Was Your Week features all-new content from Julie, who is still recovering from her "sore trote," and did not wish to infect new interview subjects with it, because she is a nice and civilized person. Therefore! This week's episode features never-before heard footage from four terrific guests: -PATTON OSWALT, who explains his opinion on whether inventors are weirder than magicians! -MIKE DAISEY, who reveals what Steve Wozniak ordered when they lunched together! -JOHN MULANEY, who reminisces on that insane "Breaking Bad" Season Three finale! and -TED LEO, who explains the origins of the How Was Your Week theme song! Also in this episode, Julie discusses her emotional takeaway from watching the major motion picture ALBERT NOBBS, how Walgreens integrates social networking into its mission of selling lube to people, Debra Messing's character's arc on SMASH, and how fun last night's HWYWLive show was. (It was extremely fun.) A fun episode for fans of the show both new and old! | 2/3/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 47: "What Someone's Mom's Idea of a Nightclub Is": David Cross, Eliot Glazer | On this episode of How Was Your Week, comedian, actor, writer and beautiful lady DAVID CROSS joins Julie to discuss the cancellation of WORK IT, the burden of an entertainer's self-awareness, and how he used to give Julie his salad orders when she worked as his assistant a few years ago. Then, comedian, Rosie O'Donnell expert and viral videographer, ELIOT GLAZER (S**t New Yorkers Say, It Gets Betterish) is here to share his favorite "WTF" moments of Rosie's occasionally bizarre career. Yes, her variety show will be discussed, as will her Spanx-based standup, and "Riding the Bus with My Sister." Plus, Julie, who's under the weather, is still healthy enough to be livid about those who were snubbed by this week's Oscar's nominations, and discusses Tilda Swinton's resemblance to a greyhound, whether Michael Feinstein should be in a gritty TV drama, the whimsy of FRIENDS episode titles of yore, Betty White's bizarre birthday special, and the horrors of one day having a male child who isn't gay. Also! The winner of the HWYW Live Poetry Contest is announced! The gist of Rosie's old school "Partridge Family" bit! The latest setback in the Linda Lovelace movie! The watchability of Celebrity Wife Swap! And how things that used to make David angry no longer do. A barn-burner of a show! | 1/27/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 46: "Consequences": Chris Gethard, Katie Notopoulos | On this episode of How Was Your Week, author, comedian and talk show host CHRIS GETHARD joins Julie to talk about family secrets, nemeses, Diddy's applesauce-related demands, the prurient underbelly of NYC Public Access fans, and his new book, A BAD IDEA I'M ABOUT TO DO. Then, online curiosity collector KATIE NOTOPOULOS is here to share some of her favorite and most unusual things on the internet right now including diaper aficionados, small town police scanner recappers, Twitter Nazis, Bronies, and the only people who are using Yahoo! Answers correctly. Plus, the unexplained employment of Andie MacDowell's daughter at the Golden Globes! Goat-grooming, and how to cheat at it! The arguably out-of-proportion internet outrage at Paula Deen's hubris! And what sploshing is. Also! The Groundhog Day edition of HWYW Live is now sold out, but you can still win two tickets by submitting a poem here! So get on your Ogden Nash caps and start scribbling away. And if you send your entry in by 1/25 you can come to the show AND get a special extra surprise-prize! What could be better than that? Absolutely nothing. Hooray! | 1/20/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 45: "Many Parts of a Pine Tree": Frank DeCaro, Kate Beaton | On this episode of How Was Your Week, the great FRANK DeCARO, author of THE DEAD CELEBRITY COOKBOOK, joins Julie to discuss the time Paul Lynde made some racist remarks at an Illinois Burger King; what, from his book, to serve to a Latin-American gentleman you're about to bed; and how to host a memorable Golden Globes extravaganza. Then, the delightful KATE BEATON, cartoonist and author of HARK, A VAGRANT, is here to share her views about artistic depictions of diarrhea during Medieval Times, who she'd like to be on "Downton Abbey," and the chauvinist behind "Beetle Bailey." Plus, the hazards of occasion-less cupcakes! A contest is announced! A celebrity impression is done! Pomegranate seeds are found to be delicious in things you would never think of putting them in! Canadians are hilarious! And the return of Siggy Flicker, whose Twitter has got to be some kind of art project. Also! Check out the new How Was Your Week Tumblr! And there are still tickets available for the February 2nd HOW WAS YOUR WEEK LIVE at the Bell House, which will be sponsored by Pretzel Crisps! What a delicious show! | 1/13/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 44: "Twiddling and Eight-balls": Rob Tannenbaum | Happy New Year! On this episode of How Was Your Week, one of the authors of I Want My MTV, the fantastic oral history of MTV, ROB TANNENBAUM is here! And Rob is all to happy to talk to us about the Canadian almost-beauty queen who played the teacher in the "Hot For Teacher" video, the '80s versus the '60s in the pop culture status canon, Prince's on-set whispering techniques, and Cher's wonderful comeback at the first-ever VMA's. Plus, how much Guns N' Roses' videos would cost, with inflation! David Fincher Versus Michael Bay! How Pauly Shore represents sexual slavery, in Julie's mind! The satirical origins of the "Cherry Pie" video! And why "Downtown" Julie Brown and Adam Curry are the same (seemingly rotten) person. Also, Julie discovers an online brotherhood that wants no part of her membership! The Today Show's target audience is found to be cats! A tweet from Siggy Flicker! Things We Wish We Didn't Know! News of exciting progress made in the Linda Lovelace biopic! And exciting details about the February 2nd How Was Your Week Live show at the Bell House. A pop culture-palooza of wonderful show-ness for your face and spirit. | 1/6/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 43: "Tommy Mattola for Nothing": Mike Doughty | Ding Dong! Who is it? The last episode of the year! Why, come in, won't you? Thank you, I/it will! On this installation of How Was Your Week, musician, songwriter, former Soul Coughing-frontman and author MIKE DOUGHTY is here to discuss his new memoir, THE BOOK OF DRUGS. Also covered in this very excellent interview: what happened when drugs no longer worked versus how great it was when they did, Mike's contempt for his former bandmates, the myth of rock-bottom when it comes to addiction, and what the horrible term "corn-cobbing" means. Also, Julie recaps a particularly odd and disturbing episode of DINERS, DRIVE-INS AND DIVES, digests rich foods on-air, and bemoans the GOOP app. Plus! Mariah Carey's work ethic! Anthony Weiner's devilish wish! Candle-eating dogs! And some exciting details about the February 2nd announcement we've teased you about in the past. A show that's surely "WINNING," in that it leaves 2011 behind with style and grace. Enjoy it! | 12/30/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 42: "Spa-cast": Kurt Braunohler & Cecily von Ziegesar | On this week's episode of How Was Your Week, the hilarious KURT BRAUNOHLER joins Julie to tell her a wonderful and insane story that explains exactly why he is bound for Hades, and covers the topics of ventriloquist dummies, duct tape belts, and the glut of pre-9/11 prank shows. Then, Gossip Girl authoress CECILY VON ZIEGESAR talks about what influenced her as a teenager, the dirty joke in the first book about Serena's you-know-what-hole, and how great she is at baking pies. Also, Julie is at a spa, and complains about portions! The scariest part of The Wizard of Oz! The timeless last line in Men in Black! Lea Michele's punchability! Who Tim Tebow is! And more JC Penney Facebook Page updates! Plus, Kurt has a story about the time he dressed up as a tumescent gorilla that will curl your hair, then relax it into a gentle wave. This is a fantastic show. | 12/23/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 41: "You-Know-What-icide Season": Ted Leo, Ramona Singer | On this week's episode of How Was Your Week, rock legend and wonderful friend TED LEO comes over to play acoustic versions of his songs, and then, as a bonus, covers Concrete Blonde AND does a special unplugged version of the How Was Your Week theme song! Then, in the shortest-ever interview on the show, Real Housewife of New York City and Wine, Jewelry and Skin Care Entrepreneur RAMONA SINGER tells Julie what her favorite Christmas carol is, explains why she never learned to act "socially correct," and unveils her new business endeavor--a new brand of Italian Red Wine. Also, Julie inducts a new member into the Redhead Hall of Fame, compliments Mario Lopez on figuring out how to hashtag his tweets, reads Spoony's final recap of Bored-walk Empirezzzzzz, and grapples with being fruit-drink drunk at the Patti Lupone/Mandy Patinkin show. Plus: The pros and cons of decorating Christmas Trees! The quandary of end-of-the-year lists! And how ridiculous kangaroos are. A magical show during a magical time of the year! | 12/16/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 40: "Twittertudes": Kristen Schaal, Ari Graynor | On this week's episode of How Was Your Week, the hilarious and adorable KRISTEN SCHAAL joins Julie to discuss the best and worst Christmas gifts she's ever received, her hatred of high-heeled shoes, and the hazards of tweeting about our president after drinking a martini. Then, the gorgeous comic actress ARI GRAYNOR talks about her new film, The Sitter, what it's like to be typecast as "the girl who receives oral sex in the first scene of things," getting brutal notes from Woody Allen, and how Barbra Streisand makes an entrance on set. Also, Julie relays a disconcerting, perhaps too-long story about an idiot in a dog park who didn't understand what Basset Hounds are really about, reveals the size of Spanx she wears, explains why she's fun to have at a party, and joyfully relays Spoony's Boardwalk Empire recaps for your pleasure. A delightful show packed to its hilt with holiday spirit! | 12/9/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 39: "Horror-curious": Nick Kroll, Gabe Liedman | On this week's episode of How Was Your Week, the marvelous NICK KROLL joins Julie to discuss their memories of growing up together and attending the same Hebrew Day School, his experience of rehearsing a dance number with Jeff Goldblum, and the unique artistic burden of fitting in with your peers. Then, the scrumptious GABE LIEDMAN contemplates some of his favorite topics under the umbrella of "The Dark Arts," including his fascination with the Stone Phillips interview with Jeffrey Dahmer & Dahmer's poor parents, whether or not he finds clowns scary, and the role of Goblins in today's Vampire and Ghost-centric times. Also, Julie figures out what the most disturbing part of Darrell Hammond's book actually is, salivates over the new, edgy Munsters remake, questions the veracity of Patti Stanger's Yom Kippur anecdote, and reads some of Bruce Vilanch's t-shirt slogans out loud, for your pleasure. A truly enchanting and delectable show! | 12/2/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 38: "Steampunk Goodfellas": Mike Daisey, Gil Ozeri | On this week's episode of How Was Your Week? storyteller MIKE DAISEY joins Julie to discuss his hatred of Powerpoint, why nostalgia is dangerous, the intimacy we have with our cell phones and his new show, "The Agony of The Ecstasy of Steve Jobs." Then, "Happy Endings" writer and humorous/delightful Jewish person GIL OZERI talks about his problems with the Quentin Tarantino film Inglorious Basterds. Other Hebraic tropes are discussed as well! Also, Julie contemplates Thanksgiving and its attendant fixings including but not limited to The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, Twilight versus The Muppets, boiled foods versus savory bland November stuffing things, and what is visually sacred about The Monkees, still. Plus: Facebook Weirdos! Men and Their Ideas! How this country rewards (one of) its dancing veterans! And the villiany of Hannah Storm. A special note: I forgot to read Ben Brantley's review of Hugh Jackman's show, even after I promised I would. I'm sorry. Please read it here instead, and use my voice in your head while you do. --J | 11/25/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 37: "The Juiciest Chicken You've Ever Had": Sonja Morgan, Richard Lawson | On this week's episode of How Was Your Week?, gorgeous Real Housewife of New York City, the straw that stirs the drink herself, SONJA TREMONT MORGAN talks to Julie about her time in Europe, her Toaster Oven secrets, SNAPPED on Oxygen, and the secret of hosting a great party. Then, Julie talks to Richard Lawson (Gawker, The Atlantic Wire) in depth about THE FIRST WIVES CLUB. It's an important cinematic conversation that includes coverage of the following hot topics: What a modern-day Upper East Side Crisis Center would be like Which Real Housewives would be cast in the main roles of the movie, if Bravo were to do a brilliant remake Whether or not Goldie Hawn was wearing a wig during what we agree was the performance of her lifetime What exactly the plot of the second part of the movie is, and whether or not it is important (it isn't) Plus! Puppeteers being weirdos! Book burning versus circle drumming! Men for all Seasons! Kim Richards's connection to Jessica Lange! Darrell Hammond's book! Anthony Bourdain's pool nudity! Sonja's Streisand appreciation! And a tender memory of Andy Rooney eating Thanksgiving dinner. A show that has a taste for luxury, and luxury has a taste for it! | 11/18/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 36: "HWYW Live": Fred Armisen, Billy Eichner, Paul F. Tompkins & More | This week's episode is the first-ever one recorded live at The Bell House in beautiful New York City! Isn't that exciting? It is very exciting. Join Julie as she interviews Fred Armisen, Billy Eichner and Paul F. Tompkins live on stage, while Ted Leo and his band watch! Enjoy a special appearance by Jackée, live via satellite! And marvel in the first-ever IFC Roast of Miranda July. Plus--Fred covers a Beatles classic, Paul speaks judgementally of Hugh Jackman's casual garb, Billy and Julie cast the all-black cast of the new Steel Magnolias on Lifetime, and a musical tribute to Seal. Also--we find out which late night TV icon co-wrote "It's Raining Men"! Teddy Leo comes out on the record against mustaches! Which band Julie considers "The Funky Doors"! And why Paul F. Tompkins's mother believes he is friends with a famous satirist. The first of what will hopefully be many terrific live podcast recordings! The Guests: Billy Eichner Paul F. Tompkins Fred Armisen And JACKÉE HARRY The Band: Teddy Leo Chris Wilson Marty Key Jodi Buonnanno The Cast: Anthony Atamanuik (Vincent Gallo) John Gemberling (Neil LaBute) Jessica Chaffin (Lorraine Bracco) Billy Eichner (Chubby Checker) Fred Armisen (Tom Six) and Introducing Kiesha as Miranda July The Dream Team: Alex Scordelis (Writer) Marianne Ways (Live Show Producer) Chris Spooner (Tech, Podcast Producer, Graphic Designer) Jake Fogelnest (Consultant) Rachel Shukert (Writer) Jack Fagan (Consultant; Muse) Kelly Hudson (Video Editor) Steve Kandell & everyone at Spin Magazine (Sponsors) | 11/10/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 35: "Full Petula": Mink Stole, John Mulaney | On this week’s episode of How Was Your Week?, cult superstar and iconic actor MINK STOLE joins Julie to discuss what she wouldn't do for John Waters, her attitude toward Christmas, and her role in the new LaMama production of the Tennessee Williams play, NOW THE CATS WITH JEWELLED CLAWS. Then, stand-up comic, SNL writer and real piece of work JOHN MULANEY talks about his Jon Lovitz fandom, his theory about ghosts, and his grade school affectations. Plus! The unavoidable descent of winter darkness! Kris Jenner's neck! Paul Anka yelling! And the deplorable absence of civilities in modern society. A hilarious and wonderful show. | 11/4/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 34: "Satchel": Sarah Silverman, Mike Albo | On this week's episode of How Was Your Week?, the gorgeous firestarter SARAH SILVERMAN talks to Julie about her nude scene in Sarah Polley's new film, Garry Shandling's superb career advice, and how Jewish women's bodies are like the starchy foods we enjoy. Then, Julie talks to Mike Albo about "The Junket," which is a new Kindle Single he wrote about his experience being fired as a freelancer with the New York Times. Also, Supermarket Sweep is mentioned. You miss that show! Plus! Anderson Cooper goes to Costco! A dog runs off with somebody's half-face on that show that makes Julie sleepy! Memorializing Chaz Bono on DWTS! And Mario Lopez's Twitter Shame Spiral! A hard-hitting and terrific show. | 10/28/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 33: "Pondering Tonya": Martha Plimpton | On this week's episode of How Was Your Week?, the fabulous MARTHA PLIMPTON chats with Julie over goblet mimosas about theater, the "Miss America moment" at the Emmys that she and Amy Poehler pulled off, and the ageless charm of Lee Majors. Then, Julie grapples with the too-soon rising star that was Tonya Harding, ponders the end credits sequence from European Vacation, remembers this one counselor from camp who went on Nutrisystem, complains about Zombies, and gets angry that we're not still talking about the Herman Cain Pizza Song. Plus! Julie recaps last night's first-ever HOW WAS YOUR WEEK LIVE, which went well! Martha talks about this one idiot who interrupted her performance of Hedda Gabler! And we memorialize Gaddafi briefly, only to quickly to move on to the way more important matter of whether or not Cat Stevens ever had "The Yusef Talk" with his children. A dazzling and fascinating show! Host: Julie Klausner Guests: Martha Plimpton Produced by Chris Spooner Original Artwork by Marcia Neumeier Music by Ted Leo | 10/21/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 32: "Tiny Faces": Amy Poehler, Rich Fulcher | On this week's episode of How Was Your Week?, total f'ing rock star AMY POEHLER joins Julie from her trailer on the set of Parks & Recreation to discuss how not to pose on the red carpet, the pressure of getting universally good press, and the gospel of birth order. Then, the hilarious RICH FULCHER tells Julie about the DVD of his sketch show, Snuff Box, which is now available for sale in the US of A! Also discussed: his Mama Cass impression, how he lied to his parents about being a lawyer for a long time, and how a Chicago improv comedian became a shining star in the UK. Plus! Julie grapples with the new Rosie O'Donnell TV show and reconciles her feelings around the all-black Steel Magnolias remake! Amy reveals her favorite TV show of all time, and talks about whether it's still important to her to be cool, now that she's 40 (hint: it's not as important as it was before)! A plea for more cat photos! And an extended, perhaps unecessarily long riff about leg-waxing. An epic and fabulous show! Host: Julie Klausner Guests: Amy Poehler, Rich Fulcher Produced by Chris Spooner Original Artwork by Marcia Neumeier Music by Ted Leo | 10/14/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 31: "My Birds": Sandra Bernhard, Jeffery Self | On this week's episode of How Was Your Week?, the fierce, gorgeous, iconic, and straight-up fabulous SANDRA BERNHARD talks to Julie about the audacity of acoustic guitars in synnagogues, hovering helicopters, the influence of "The King of Comedy," and her stint as a honor student at the Charles Ross School of Beauty. Then, JEFFERY SELF joins us to discuss his encounter and follow-up email with his idol, BRETT BUTLER. It is a memorable and deeply funny story full of birds, cigars, loony turns of phrase, and regret. Also, Julie speculates about the ghosts that invariably haunt Billy Bush's day-to-day life, discusses why it doesn't matter whether Nancy Grace farted on television the other day, and enjoys a special snack on a plane that was previously served to a famous actress. Host: Julie Klausner Guests: Sandra Bernhard, Jeffrey Self Produced by Chris Spooner Original Artwork by Marcia Neumeier Sandra Bernhard photo by Lawrence Ferber Music by Ted Leo | 10/7/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp 30: "Upstairs Coke": Susie Essman, Gabe Delahaye | On this week's episode of How Was Your Week?, the wonderful SUSIE ESSMAN talks to Julie about her wardrobe on "Curb Your Enthusiasm," how menopause helped her write her book, and what breeds of dogs she and her fellow "Curb" castmembers would be if they were dogs. Then, Videogum's GABE DELAHAYE joins Julie with two, count them (COUNT THEM, I SAID!) two lists: one of celebrities whose work he loves, but is certain he would not get along with, and one of celebrities whose work Gabe hates, but with whom he imagines he would make the fastest of friends. Also, Julie makes an ominous prediction about Nancy Grace's even more intimate anatomy than what she recently exposed on television, lays the seeds for a "Proz-cast" spinoff (a podcast in which only prostitutes are interviewed), and speculates about the different kinds of reptiles that Patti Stanger is made of, in addition to snakes, which we have already established comprise the majority of her body and soul. A sweet miracle of Rosh Hashanah entertainment! Host: Julie Klausner Guests: Susie Essman, Gabe Delahaye Produced by Chris Spooner Original Artwork by Marcia Neumeier Music by Ted Leo | 9/30/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 29: "This is Lowell": Patton Oswalt, Daniel Kibblesmith | On this week's episode of How Was Your Week?, PATTON OSWALT is back (!!) to talk to Julie in depth about the movie SPLASH. Subcategories of that conversation include: Whether the sexism of f*****g an illiterate mermaid was subtle or blatant! Which scenes John Candy was drunk during and which he was merely hungover for! And the wonderful, Garry Marshall-ian DVD commentary of Babaloo Mandel's writing partner, Lowell Ganz. Then, Chicago's finest son DANIEL KIBBLESMITH talks to Julie about his experience of being set up by Patti Stanger on the television show THE MILLIONAIRE MATCHMAKER, and how his life has changed since it aired. An honest and super-interesting account of what it's like to be on a reality show and have no control over your fate at all. Also, Julie explores her Sofia Vergara crush, regrets downloading The Best of the Doors while drunk, and gets touched by The Countess and lives to tell the tale. Plus: Patton on his new album, FINEST HOUR, and the movie he's shooting with kind-of gay icon, Johnny Knoxville. Daniel isolates the very moment in which Patti Stanger stopped being maternal toward him on the TV shoot. And the return of wishing we weren't giving Charlie Sheen attention, again. Host: Julie Klausner Guests: Patton Oswalt, Daniel Kibblesmith Produced by Chris Spooner Original Artwork by Marcia Neumeier Music by Ted Leo | 9/23/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 28: "Sherry": Jackie Collins, Amy Schumer | On this week's episode of How Was Your Week?, legendary author JACKIE COLLINS talks to Julie about her new book, THE GODDESS OF VENGEANCE, and her opinions on the Entourage finale, firm vs mushy hotel pillows, Jacqueline Susann, and what sort of ethnic person she will likely be reincarnated as. Then, comedian AMY SCHUMER joins Julie to discuss her gig on the Charlie Sheen Roast, whether there's such a thing as a "Boys' Girl," and the most effective way to hurt the feelings of a lady in comedy. Also, Julie ponders the REVELATION in Maya Angelou's Wikipedia page about her writing process, collapses under the pressure of all the Real Housewives news from this week, and premieres her fantastic Anna Wintour impression. Plus: Anderson Cooper's new daytime show: a hit or a miss? Glenn Close as a man: is there anything more redundant? And more ruminations on Trudie Styler, because you asked for those (you didn't). A fabulous, epic show featuring interviews with two of the most gorgeous women alive today. Host: Julie Klausner Guests: Jackie Collins, Amy Schumer Produced by Chris Spooner Original Artwork by Marcia Neumeier Music by Ted Leo | 9/16/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 27: "Shelf of Justice": David Rakoff | On this week's episode of How Was Your Week?, author, actor and proud Negateer DAVID RAKOFF talks to Julie about his book Half-Empty, as well as other important issues such as: which cake is the least Jewish kind of cake, what about the musical RENT made him angry, and how New York has changed in his almost thirty years of living here. Also, Julie ponders the lessons learned after picking a fight on Twitter about Mario Lopez and circumcision, thinks way too much about Nancy Grace's upper body, and describes the contents of a superb Snack Nest. Plus: Things people are still telling women that they need! Kelly Ripa's giant head! A celebration of defensive pessimism! And the obscurity of Chester A. Arthur. A pleasant, funny, and occasionally poignant show that happens to coincide around the 10th anniversary of 9/11. Which we didn't want to make a whole thing about, but is true. So, give somebody you love a hug after you listen to this episode, and buy David's book, because it's wonderful. Thank you. Host: Julie Klausner Guests: David Rakoff Produced by Chris Spooner Original Artwork by Marcia Neumeier Music by Ted Leo | 9/9/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 26: "Count Chocula's Other Teeth": Michael Musto, Jake Fogelnest | This episode of How Was Your Week? features Village Voice gossip columnist, author and bon vivant MICHAEL MUSTO, who joins Julie to discuss the MTV Video Music Awards, when Madonna was a C-word to him even back in the day, his love of Suzanne Somers's beautiful poetry, other New Yorkers on bikes, and his new book, "Fork on the Left, Knife in the Back." Then, Sirius XM radio host and MTV/UCB/ StickAM/SquirtTV Internet superstar JAKE FOGELNEST comes on the show to talk about Sinead O'Connor's twitter, when exactly your "Old Guy interested in Zappa" self kicks in, why Billy Joel is funny, and his most beloved SNL sketches. Plus: Chaz Bono and Nancy Grace and Margot Kidder and Daryl Hannah! Things you didn't even know were offensive about Sting that you can add to the list of things that are already SO offensive about Sting! The "Bull from NIGHT COURT" puppet! Rocky Horror's plot holes! And why Julie is a little suspicious about the upcoming Charlie Sheen Roast being a big set-up. A terrific, post-storm COMEDY STORM of podcast gold. Host: Julie Klausner Guests: Michael Musto, Jake Fogelnest Produced by Chris Spooner Artwork by Marcia Neumeier Music by Ted Leo | 9/2/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 25: Best of HWYW Vol. 1 | It's a clip show-palooza this week, also known as a "best of" show! The 25th episode of How Was Your Week features all-new content from Julie, who is still recovering from her summer cold, and does not wish to infect new interview subjects with it, because she is a nice and civilized person. Plus, old favorites and never-before heard footage from some of the best guests on the show so far, including JOAN RIVERS, PATTON OSWALT, HOLLY SCHLESINGER, NEKO CASE, BILLY EICHNER and JAMES URBANIAK! This is a treat for newcomers to How Was Your Week and old-timey HWYW veterans alike. A "Trial and Travel" aisle grab-bag of comedy entertainment. Also in this episode, Julie discusses Gloria Steinem's joyless tap dancing, Rose MacGowan's arc from cult baby to Boston Terrier owner, how nobody is prepared for the Video Music Awards at all, the difference between certain baboons, and what celebrity she associates with the term "Moon Face." Plus, Patton Oswalt on the hubris of niche stand-ups! Joan Rivers on the desirability of Martin Mull! Neko Case on masturbating walruses! Billy Eichner on Oprah's arms! James Urbaniak on Alec Guiness's attitude toward Tarot cards! And Holly Schlesinger on French Stewart's break-out role on "Private Practice." And! Mario Lopez's baby! The premiere episode of Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, uncut! And another Geena Davis-related plea. | 8/25/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 24: "Half a Face": Paul F. Tompkins & Jamie Denbo | On this week's episode of How Was Your Week?, America's Gentleman, PAUL F. TOMPKINS, discusses with Julie the horrors of the sea, the delights of podcasting, and the suits Steve Buscemi is forced to stand behind on the HBO program, "Boardwalk Empires." Also! The delightful and hilarious JAMIE DENBO (Terriers, Ronna & Beverly) brings us an enchanting list of her three favorite musicals, and talks about exactly which scene in "Godspell" will chill you to your meat-bones. This conversation will charm you, whether or not you are willing to be charmed. Beware! Plus: Julie is high on sizzurps for most of this podcast, because she is sick! And in this state, the following topics are discussed by her: Beverly D'Angelo's haunted house, the Dice-Man's cat, Paste Magazine's preference for Ruth Buzzi over Julie Klausner when it comes to assembling lists, Bruce Vilanch's "blind item" talk, Judith Regan's hair, and not much else that doesn't have to do with celebrities or television, sadly because Julie has not left her apartment in a week due to her being sick, as previously mentioned. But! This fact should not deter you from listening from this episode at once--and not as charity! It is a bowtie-spinning blockbuster of an hour-and-change of comedy. Host: Julie Klausner Guests: Paul F. Tompkins, Jamie Denbo Produced by Chris Spooner Original Artwork by Marcia Neumeier Music by Ted Leo | 8/19/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp.23: "America's Jelly": Laraine Newman & Lisa F. Jackson | On this week's episode of How Was Your Week?, the delightful LARAINE NEWMAN (Saturday Night Live) talks to Julie about her voiceover career, dogs, and the time she blew an audition for Sandra Bernhard's part in The King of Comedy. Then, documentary filmmaker LISA F. JACKSON discusses her incredible HBO documentary, Sex Crimes Unit, and sheds light on the DSK trial and the Rape Cops. It is a fascinating conversation, I assure you. Plus: Julie reads lube copy, wishes there was more of that Heidi Fleiss documentary, recaps the world's most horrifying episode yet of My Strange Addiction, and brings back the JC Penney Facebook feature you miss and love from past episodes! A fun and thought-provoking episode you will enjoy & be fascinated by. Host: Julie Klausner Guests: Laraine Newman, Lisa F. Jackson Produced by Chris Spooner Artwork by Marcia Neumeier Music by Ted Leo | 8/12/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp.22: "Rave Withdrawal": Steve Agee & Bryan Safi | On this week's episode of How Was Your Week?, the wonderful STEVE AGEE ("The Sarah Silverman Show") discusses his favorite TV show of all time, "Three's Company," and lists his three most cherished episodes. Then, the hilarious Bryan Safi (That's Gay on Current TV) tells Julie about his HORRIFYING SPIDER BITE EXPERIENCE and about the time he met Sharon Stone. How will you ever be able to sleep again once you hear these tales in tandem?? Plus: "Scrubbings" creator Bill Lawrence's diatribe against a bad review, why Morgan Spurlock will never be in the Redhead Hall of Fame, what palladium pants are, and how Sharon Stone orders chamomile tea. Also! The Terri/Cindy/Chrissy conundrum! How you're not supposed to cancel lunch with George Hamilton! And Agee's Three's Company spec prequel. A fun, excellent and occasionally gross episode--some of which was RECORDED IN JULIE'S RENTAL CAR! That is a bonus fun fact. Host: Julie Klausner Guests: Steve Agee, Bryan Safi Produced by Chris Spooner Original Artwork by Marcia Neumeier Music by Ted Leo | 8/5/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 21: "In The Business of Lying To You": Dave Hill & John Ross Bowie | On this super-sized episode of How Was Your Week?, actor, author and general delight JOHN ROSS BOWIE joins Julie to discuss the movie HEATHERS, and the terrific book he wrote about it. Grab some corn nuts and pull up to this delicious conversation! Then, comedian, rock star and bon vivant DAVE HILL hosts Julie at his sexy bachelor pad and takes a Tiger Beat quiz originally intended for Usher. It turns out those two have a lot more in common than you previously knew! Plus! "The McNamara Joke" in HEATHERS, what Telly Monster's "game" is, Miranda July's new movie trailer, Jaycee Duggard's depressing birthday gift, the sexual politics of tip-touching, and how HEATHERS proved that girls are like chess and boys are like checkers. Also! Much more! I won't go into it here, there's no time. Listen to it at once! Host: Julie Klausner Guests: Dave Hill, John Ross Bowie Produced by Chris Spooner Original Artwork by Marcia Neumeier Music by Ted Leo | 7/29/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 20: "Bev's Bananas": Maria Bamford | On this episode of How Was Your Week?, the wonderful MARIA BAMFORD sits down with Julie to take the "Inside The Actors Studio" questionnaire, but not before she discusses her exercise class, her pugs, her neighborhood, and the concept of listening. Also, Julie presents the REDHEAD HALL OF FAME and lists her favorite carrot-topped celebrities. Is Laura Prepon on the list?? She is not on the list. Also, she's a blonde now. Plus! The heat in NYC measured in terms of MURDER! The latest, Paltrow-perpetuated atrocity that affects Jews! Kickstarter etiquette! That one guy at the coffee shop! The year of the Dragon Woman! Emma Stone's fashion "don't!" And what Maria is doing to contribute to her community (it's bench and hat-related). Enjoy this episode! It is very special. Host: Julie Klausner Guest: Maria Bamford Produced by Chris Spooner Artwork by Marcia Neumeier Music by Ted Leo | 7/22/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 19: "She's a Cold Soup": Rob Delaney & Michelle McNamara | On this episode of How Was Your Week?, TrueCrimeDiary.com's MICHELLE MCNAMARA comes by to discuss the Zodiac Killer, the Jon Benet case, Casey Anthony's alibi, and more mayhem-ripe and murder-rich unsolved crimes! Then, comedian and Twitter superstar ROB DELANEY talks to Julie about how they met and what they have in common, before launching into an scandalous list of his five "shame crushes." Are you on the list?????? Also: Julie overhears some pretty important conversations at ridiculous hotels in Los Angeles, congratulates Matt LeBlanc on his Emmy nod, and pitches a new title for that show on TLC about ladies who can't stop eating cornstarch. Plus! Life before "Toddlers and Tiaras"! What The Green River Killer has in common with a border collie! Exactly why the phrase "Officer Rashad" causes Rob Delaney to palpitate! And what part in "Camelot" Julie thinks is a good role to play. A dark and stormy summer episode! Dig into it like a juicy beach read, y'all. Host: Julie Klausner Guests: Rob Delaney, Michelle McNamara Produced by Chris Spooner Artwork by Marcia Neumeier Music by Ted Leo | 7/15/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 18: "Giant Pictures of Hamburgers": Tom Scharpling | On this episode of How Was Your Week?, the great TOM SCHARPLING joins Julie for a rollicking conversation about Big Momma's House 3, George Lopez, how Chris Christie would look with a mustache, and Tom's favorite Catwoman. Also: Julie reads Amazon reviews of Keanu Reeves's new, insane-sounding picture poetry book, contemplates the recent explosion of monkey news, and boldly criticizes Joel Grey's performance in Anything Goes. Plus! Tom reveals who would play the role of "the guest" in his Inside The Actors' Studio spec! Fran Lebowitz vs. Fran Drescher! The top ten "Strong Female Characters" from Intervention! Why Florida doesn't deserve sea cows! And the return of the great "Did or didn't Celebrity Apprentice producers add flush/ & farting sounds over footage of Meat Loaf" debate! An epic show. Host: Julie Klausner Guest: Tom Scharpling Produced by Chris Spooner Original Artwork by Marcia Neumeier; Photo of Tom by John Dalton Music by Ted Leo | 7/8/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 17: "Cat Bride": Michael Rapaport, Larry Murphy | Happy Birthday, America! We got you a new podcast. On this episode of How Was Your Week?, Michael Rapaport discusses the new Tribe Called Quest documentary he directed-- Beats, Rhymes & Life. Also, the funny and wonderful Larry Murphy (Bob's Burgers, Ugly Americans) stops by to tell us a story about Ernie, the dog featured in this week's episode artwork. Also: Larry's impression of Jon Benjamin, the Phife vs. Q-Tip kerfuffle, the real consequences of making gay marriage legal in NYC, which member of Tribe is most like Keith Richards, how Intervention is like Happy Days, Countess Luann's new music video, and Larry King's dark, twisted, bagel-related intentions. Plus! Michael's dad and his disco radio past! The hypnotic appeal of a show about dress shopping! Larry's misconception of the Weimeraner breed! And the one-word Game of Thrones spoiler that ruined Spoony's day. A patriotic episode! Host: Julie Klausner Guests: Michael Rapaport, Larry Murphy Produced by Chris Spooner Original Artwork by Marcia Neumeier; Photo of Ernie and Brendon's Sister by Brendon Small Music by Ted Leo | 6/30/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 16: "So Many Ethans": Ana Gasteyer & Vanessa Bayer | On this episode of How Was Your Week?, Two SNL ladies join Julie, which is exciting! Ana Gasteyer stops by to discuss her cabaret show, "Elegant Songs From a Handsome Woman" and gets deep into her SNL memories, plus, gives advice to our second fabulous guest, VANESSA BAYER, who discusses four of her favorite 90's movies: So, I Married An Axe Murderer, Singles, Reality Bites and Empire Records. Also: Ana talks about what she did for her SNL audition, and how her Cokie Roberts impression probably sealed the deal (not what she actually said), and the difference between comedy people and theater people; Vanessa aces a '90s movie quiz and offers a theory as to why Nancy Travis's character 1) wore that Kimono-looking thing at the end of Axe Murderer and 2) had a different hairstyle in every scene. Plus: Who told Ana to take classes at the Groundlings, what she loves about Nora Dunn, why Vanessa defends Empire Records to this day, how SNL is like a Science Fiction orb, whether Reality Bites is maybe a little dated, and how many covers of "There She Goes" are actually included in that Mike Myers movie (one billion). Also! Julie discusses three of her most embarrassing moments, recommends a terrible beach read, yields a murderous offer for free nuts, answers questions from listeners about beauty pageants and sublets, and impersonates her seat mate at Stephen Sondheim's Company. There's also some nonsense about artichokes, which we should all probably ignore. Host: Julie Klausner Guests: Ana Gasteyer, Vanessa Bayer Produced by Chris Spooner Artwork by Marcia Neumeier Music by Ted Leo Theme Song and Incidental Music | 6/24/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 15: "What's This? It's the Style": Ira Glass & Anaheed Alani | On this episode of How Was Your Week?, IRA GLASS (This American Life) and his wife ANAHEED ALANI (Rookie; The Talent Show) play a rousing installation of The Newlywed Game with Julie! Then: more about Christie Brinkley at the Tonys and how exactly she was heroic that night, whether one can trust penguins, and which emotion is most like Chet from Weird Science. Plus: What Ira would do if he didn't do radio, what Anaheed and her mother have in common, Ira's "dad shoes," Anaheed's impression of Norm MacDonald doing an impression of Adam Carolla, and how Diane Keaton could be helpful in Syria. Also! Julie foolishly battles inbox trolls! Dolly Parton's Imagination Library! Reverse Planking! How Woodstock is like your cool friend's wife! And much more. An epic and intimate show! Host: Julie Klausner Guests: Ira Glass, Anaheed Alani Produced by Chris Spooner Artwork by Marcia Neumeier Theme Song and Incidental Music by Ted Leo | 6/17/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitSpecial Minisode: "How Were Your Tonys?" | This is exciting! On this special BONUS minisode (it's short for "miniature episode," friends), Julie discusses the 2011 Tony Awards with New York Magazine theater critic SCOTT BROWN. This conversation simply could not wait until Friday's show! Mostly because nobody would care about it then as much, but also because it is too explosive! Hear! Why would Bono & The Edge have chosen that particular "Spiderman" song? What is it about Stephen Colbert singing and dancing that makes our heart strings get all plucky and stucky? What was going on with Christie Brinkley? What Broadway song would Scott Brown put on his "gym mix"? Where was Patti Lupone? What was Josh Gad doing when his name was announced? Was Rob Ashford robbed? Of what? Why was Whoopi Goldberg dressed like that? Who was sitting next to Al Pacino and his handsome headband? Are all of us Ghetto Klowns? Also: Tyne Daly vs. Tovah Feldshuh, The unbearable Judith Lightness of being, Frances McDormand's punk rockness, Mark Rylance being Mark Rylance, and a BRAND NEW MUSICAL THEME WRITTEN BY TED LEO WITH NO NOTICE AT ALL! This is heroic stuff. Host: Julie Klausner Guest: Scott Brown Produced by Chris Spooner Original Artwork by Marcia Neumeier Special Theme Song and Incidental Music by Ted Leo | 6/13/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 14: "Our Congressman in his Underpants" | On this episode of How Was Your Week?, MICHELLE COLLINS (Best Week Ever) talks to Julie about her favorite renditions of the National Anthem-- from Jennifer Hudson's post-tragedy triumph to Demi Lovato's musical insult to America. Then, comedy's EUGENE MIRMAN (Bob's Burgers) talks to Julie about his open letter to Time Warner Cable, his time in Special Ed, and how it feels to be one of the few people Anthony Weiner follows on Twitter. Also: whom the Mexican Coen Brothers would cast in every "película" they'd theoretically make, why old timey dogs look different than the dogs of today, the consequences of expressing yourself on the internet, Lou Reed vs. David Bryne, Hampshire College and its peculiar requirements, balls, f**k tubs, the KGB, and the advantage of the gibberish method versus the lip sync, when you forget the words to a song. Host: Julie Klausner Guests: Eugene Mirman, Michelle Collins Produced by Chris Spooner Original Artwork by Marcia Neumeier Theme Song and Incidental Music by Ted Leo | 6/10/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 13: "The Ballad of Buddy Longo": Julieanne Smolinski & Mike Sacks | On this episode of How Was Your Week?, Julie talks to the fabulous JULIEANNE SMOLINKSKI (AKA Boobs Radley) on the "Smolinski Seven"--the elite 7 swarthy celebrities she'd like to bed. Then, author, comedy professor and Vanity Fair editor MIKE SACKS stops by to discuss four comedy clichés he is done with forever. A fun and education-rich show! Also: Julie reviews Woody Allen's new movie, ranks the best fifteen animals of all time, shares her favorite Marcia Gay Harden anecdote, complains about steampunk and the never-ending trend of prostitute-strangling, and apologizes for being under the weather, THEN BARRELS THROUGH HER LESS-THAN-OPTIMUM-STATE-OF-MIND to give YOU the most for your entertainment dollar! Plus: The sexual appeal of Uncas, the penultimate Mohican! What the Night Stalker likes about cable! The two things little kids always say in animated movies! Why it is that grannies rap so goddamn much! Birds, and what they can and can't teach us about becoming women! And much, much more. Host: Julie Klausner Guests: Julieanne Smolinski, Mike Sacks Produced by Chris Spooner Original Artwork by Marcia Neumeier Theme Song and Incidental Music by Ted Leo | 6/3/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 12: "The Young & The Messy": Jackée | On this episode of How Was Your Week?, Julie talks to the fabulous Jackée about exactly how scandalous it is to buy a coconut cake before noon, her star turn on 227, why she can't stand Bill Maher, what kind of plastic surgery she'd get (it's intimate), and which famous men she'd like to make love to. Also, Julie ponders the worse of two evils--Bono versus Sting. Plus! The pettability of working dogs, Oprah's last show, Diane Keaton's quirkiness, the subtlety of the "Don't Stand So Close to Me" video, Glenn Close's appeal, the defintion of a Trophy Cougar, and the time Jackée tried to sleep with Rodney Dangerfield. Host: Julie Klausner Guest: Jackée Produced by Chris Spooner Original Artwork by Marcia Neumeier Photo Collage by Julie Klausner Theme Song and Incidental Music by Ted Leo | 5/27/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 11: "Enter Dancing": Sally Kellerman, Paul Scheer | On this episode of How Was Your Week?, Julie talks to the legendary SALLY KELLERMAN about the naked acting tips she learned for her shower scene in M*A*S*H, how she fell in love with Rodney Dangerfield for her role in Back To School, her first voice-over gig, and why she does an Aerosmith cover on her new record. Also, comedy genius PAUL SCHEER stops by to discuss three of his cultural blind spots---movies, TV shows or books that he claims to know about in conversations with eggheads, but that he's never actually partaken of. Who can blame him? Only a monster would have the audacity. Plus: Paul on his annoying college roommate, "Geoff"! Sally on how she met her husband! A naked Gary Burghoff! An incompetent, occasionally Spanish-spouting masseuse! And why comedians best be careful before they scoff at magicians. A LEGENDARY EPISODE. Host: Julie Klausner Guests: Sally Kellerman, Paul Scheer Produced by Chris Spooner Original Artwork by Marcia Neumeier Theme Song and Incidental Music by Ted Leo | 5/20/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 10: "Pico Won't Know Our Baby": Jen Kirkman, Andrea Rosen & John Gemberling | On this episode of How Was Your Week?, Julie talks to stand-up comedienne JEN KIRKMAN about the time she met Cher! Then, ANDREA ROSEN and JOHN GEMBERLING--a couple who are in love with each other--discuss how they met, their unborn child, and then, sort of, play The Newlywed Game. Plus: Much talk of Chaz Bono's gender reassignment surgery/ hairless cats, a celebration of Parade magazine, the hypnotic appeal of the post-9/11 MJ/Liz Taylor/ Marlon Brando road trip, Jackson Galaxy's web of lies, and Julie makes a very intimate confession about a Tears for Fears song. Host: Julie Klausner Guests: Jen Kirkman, Andrea Rosen, John Gemberling Produced by Chris Spooner Original Artwork by Marcia Neumeier Theme Song and Incidental Music by Ted Leo | 5/14/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 9: "In The Face": Seth Rudetsky & Baratunde Thurston | On this episode of How Was Your Week?, Julie talks to comedian/Onion editor BARATUNDE THURSTON, who talks about his viral video, in which he reacts to Barack Obama producing his birth certificate for the satisfaction of Donald Trump. Then, Musical Theater superstar/ Sirius XM radio host SETH RUDETSKY joins Julie to discuss the disaster movies and variety specials that made the 1970's so great. Plus: Aretha Franklin's version of "a mean salad," Jenny McCarthy's invisible counter-rally, Fake Jan Brady, Bi-Polar Lite, Georgia the Country, the Tony nominations, Class with The Countess, and Harry Potter's Broadway turn. This show will cause you to learn something! Possibly many things. Host: Julie Klausner Guests: Seth Rudetsky, Baratunde Thurston Produced by Chris Spooner Original Artwork by Marcia Neumeier Theme Song and Incidental Music by Ted Leo | 5/6/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 8: "All The Way To Canada": Neko Case & Joe Mande | On this episode of How Was Your Week?, Julie talks to comedian JOE MANDE, who discusses his Kindle-hating dog, Blanche, his history of pets, and his father's dog-training business. Then, rock star NEKO CASE sits down to eat peeps and muffins with Julie, and the two of them talk about art school, walruses, Neko's crush on Michael Palin, and the myth of "Backstage Johnnies." Plus: Carol Channing's definition of "Movie Night," Greeks versus Jews, Kate Middleton's nose, how to compete with yourself instead of other women, the three different kinds of jellybeans, civil war monuments, iguanas versus cats, and what it means to be a redhead. Host: Julie Klausner Guests: Neko Case, Joe Mande Produced by Chris Spooner Original Artwork by Marcia Neumeier/ Collage by Julie Klausner Theme Song and Incidental Music by Ted Leo | 4/29/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 7: "The Pottery Scene From GREASE": Rachel Dratch & Rachel Shukert | On this Rachel-packed episode of How Was Your Week?, Julie talks to former SNL castmember RACHEL DRATCH, who talks about her new book, her baby, and RuPaul's Drag Race. Also, playwright and author RACHEL SHUKERT talks to Julie about the movie TOOTSIE, which is the best movie. Plus: What happens when you laugh during an SNL sketch, a dramatic reading from Mackenzie Phillips's autobiography, why Jessica Lange's "wallpaper" monologue from TOOTSIE is so important, how to pronounce "ibid," more JC Penney Facebook Page fun, and whether or not Christina Aguilera eats tacos. Host: Julie Klausner Guests: Rachel Dratch, Rachel Shukert Produced by Chris Spooner Artwork by Marcia Neumeier Theme Song and Incidental Music by Ted Leo | 4/23/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 6: "Polar Bears on Moonbeams": Patton Oswalt & Holly Schlesinger | On this super-sized episode of How Was Your Week?, Julie sits down with comedy genius Patton Oswalt to discuss his book, ZOMBIE SPACESHIP WASTELAND, and the importance of cult movies when you’re growing up in the suburbs. Then, BOB’S BURGERS writer Holly Schlesinger invites Julie over to see what’s on her TiVo, which includes the episode of PRIVATE PRACTICE in which French Stewart played a mentally-challenged person! Plus! Patton on why some nerds aren’t afraid of girls, the “Hulk Running” scene from Albert Brooks’s MODERN ROMANCE, and the problem with room comics in indie spaces—and vice versa. Host: Julie Klausner Guests: Patton Oswalt, Holly Schlesinger Produced by Chris Spooner Artwork by Marcia Neumeier Theme Song and Incidental Music by Ted Leo | 4/15/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 5: "The One with Joan Rivers": Joan Rivers | On this episode of How Was Your Week?, Julie sits down with the one and only JOAN RIVERS (!!!) to discuss her Passover plans, evaluate the impact of last year's documentary on her life, and play F**k/Marry/Kill with other Center Squares from HOLLYWOOD SQUARES. Plus: Elizabeth Taylor versus other women, Joan's accidental Ed Sullivan Show booking, dogs, Peter Cook, Dustin Hoffman, what Joan is reading now, and what her week looks like. Host: Julie Klausner Guest: Joan Rivers Produced by Chris Spooner Artwork by Marcia Neumeier Theme Song and Incidental Music by Ted Leo | 4/7/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 4: "I Did Fiddler!": Ronna & Beverly & James Urbaniak! | On this episode of How Was Your Week?, Julie returns her Zappos, attacks Anthony Bourdain's erroneous squirrel joke premises, and looks up Terrence Howard on IMDB. Plus, dice versus dragons, the "skanks" dilemma, and Italian lemonade. Plus: Ronna & Beverly (Jessica Chaffin & Jamie Denbo) on their five favorite Holocaust films, and James Urbaniak (The Venture Brothers) on his favorite character actors, and the time he auditioned for the Coen Brothers. This episode is not to be missed! Host: Julie Klausner Guests: Ronna & Beverly (Jessica Chaffin & Jamie Denbo), James Urbaniak Produced by Chris Spooner Artwork by Marcia Neumeier Theme Song and Incidental Music by Ted Leo | 4/1/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitEp. 3: "A Smiling Bruce Vilanch": Billy Eichner & Megan Amram | On this episode of How Was Your Week?, Julie orders four new pairs of shoes, solicits questions from her listeners, and commemorates the passing of a show business legend. Also discussed: How to be sad when it's sunny outside, Malin Ackerman as Linda Lovelace, and the taste of warm food. Plus: Comedian Billy Eichner's three least favorite celebrities and Twitter superstar Megan Amram tells us candidly about how her week went and her job at the Disney Channel. This episode is terrific! Host: Julie Klausner Guests: Billy Eichner, Megan Amram Produced by Chris Spooner Artwork by Marcia Neumeier Theme Song and Incidental Music by Ted Leo | 3/26/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Julie is one of the funniest people doing funny stuff for a living. Shes bright, subversive while being straightforward. Got to see her at UCB a couple years ago. Also tune into her calls into The Best Show on WFMU 91.1 FM. Great podcast. Laughed aloud at her description of Geoffrey Rush and the King's Speech. Too much.
Great first episode
I like where this is heading. Julie is funny and charming.
Good podcast
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