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Episode 377 - Nary A Person

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 04:00:00 -0000

Movie theater owners unite to save the movie going industry.

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Episode 376.5 - Kelly MacFarland

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 16:34:54 -0000

Kelly MacFarland (stand up!) joins the show to talk about the audio release of her latest special - "Hot Gnome." Plus, we get into the paintings that are in the room with us; how she trimmed down her special; and how tragedy led her to doing more comedy.

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Episode 376 - Streaming Apex

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 21:43:48 -0000

People are getting pretty tired of paying for subscription services.

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Thu, 26 Feb 2026 21:57:29 -0000

In a world where The Pitt reigns, Scrubs is back! Chad also talks a lot about video games.

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Episode 369.5 - Jackie Kashian

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0000

Jackie Kashian joins the show to talk about her new special, "Alter-Kashian." Plus, we get into which Marvel character she would star as; finding beauty in the state of the world; and championing her comedic friends.

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Episode 369 - Bode Likely

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 23:07:42 -0000

Paramount Skydance continues to show its hand. Xbox gets new bosses.

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Episode 368.5 - Troy Walker

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 13:14:25 -0000

Troy Walker (Jimmy Kimmel Live!) sits down for a chat about his new album - Esquire. Plus, growing up in Denver, writing for late night and how he built his first album.

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Sat, 17 Jan 2026 01:08:19 -0000

Bari Weiss continues to struggle to find what works at CBS News.

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Episode 363 - Broadcasters Crying

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 23:46:11 -0000

And all the girlies say they I a lot for a white guy.

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Episode 362.5 - Maggie Crane

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -0000

Maggie Crane sits down to talk about taping her new special, "Side by Side" - an autobiographical solo show that covers her life in Massachusetts growing up amidst disability.

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Episode 362 - What Netflix Wrought

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 23:39:18 -0000

Chad covers mergers, Bari Weiss, and all the crap that made up 2025 in the entertainment industry. He also tries to offer hope. Let the similes fly!

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Episode 361 - AI Generated Schlop

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 23:38:41 -0000

Schlop like schlep. Plus, the Game Awards are getting too big to sustain.

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Episode 360 - The Lesser of Three Evils

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 13:40:07 -0000

All Warner Bros, all Netflix. Chad is less than optimistic with the Warner Bros. sale to Netflix. Warner Bros. went with the richest buyer and, while selling isn't ideal in the first place, it's the better option between Comcast and Paramount Skydance.

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Wed, 24 Sep 2025 15:55:24 -0000

Sally Ann Hall (stand up!) drops by to talk about filming her debut comedy special. Plus, performing as a singing bartender, finding bookings, and musical theatre!

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Episode 350 - Today’s 2025

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 19:51:31 -0000

Standing with Jimmy Kimmel and the lack of objective new voices with consolidating in media.

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Episode 349.5 - Ben Katzner

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 14:05:00 -0000

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 21:19:33 -0000

Episode 335.5 - Jeremy Alder

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 15:50:21 -0000

Jeremy Alder (stand up!) stops by to talk about his new album, Almost A Grown Man!

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Episode 335 - Jocko Sims

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 13:59:06 -0000

Jocko Sims (New Amsterdam! High Potential!) drops by to talk about his role on NBC's Grosse Pointe Garden Society. Plus, he tells me to change C+ Comedy's name.

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Episode 334.5 - Gabe Mollica

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 15:54:05 -0000

Episode 331 - Alexander Hodge

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 21:37:51 -0000

Alexander Hodge (Insecure! Joy Ride!) sits down to talk about NBC's Grosse Point Garden Society. Plus: could ESPN buy stake in NFL Media's rights? And which cities are getting more production attention than Los Angeles?

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Episode 330 - Spouting Their Nonsense

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 19:01:57 -0000

Newsletters and podcasts are so in right now.

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Episode 329.5 - The Cast of The Hunting Party

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 16:59:42 -0000

Episode 325 - Gaming Is Difficult

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 19:57:58 -0000

The streamlining of the apps is nigh.

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Episode 324.5 - Matthew Broussard

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 15:47:52 -0000

Episode 317 - Ryan Hansen Returns

Sat, 07 Dec 2024 12:31:26 -0000

Ryan Hansen sits down again to talk about his return to Night Court!

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Episode 316.5 - Liana Liberato and Michael Costigan

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 23:58:51 -0000

Liana Liberato (Scream! Light As A Feather!) and Michael Costigan (Prometheus! Hit Man!) sit down to talk about the second season of Peacock's Based On A True Story.

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Mon, 28 Oct 2024 13:28:19 -0000

Do editorial endorsements still matter? The owners of The Washington Post and LA Times seem to not think so.

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Episode 313.5 - Alexis Gay

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 06:00:00 -0000

Alexis Gay (comedy!) sits down to talk about her debut solo show "Unprofessional." Plus, we get into the decisions that led her to leave her tech job and fully jump into comedy; her experiences at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival; and changing her comedic voice between projects.

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Episode 313 - Seismic Earthquake

Fri, 18 Oct 2024 20:57:58 -0000

TikTok is ruining indie music discovery while Netflix is almost too big to cancel.

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Episode 312.5 - Des Bishop

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 16:46:03 -0000

Des Bishop (stand up!) stops by to talk about the rerelease of his special/album "Of All People." We spend a lot of time talking about Chinese restaurants; living in Ireland and China; why he chose the bits he did for this special; and more!

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Episode 312 - Entire Money

Fri, 11 Oct 2024 22:50:40 -0000

Hard to believe Broadway won't dim the lights for this podcast.

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Episode 291.5 - Sarah Hester Ross

Mon, 06 May 2024 21:00:05 -0000

Sarah Hester Ross (comedy!) stops by to talk about her new special, Don't Mess With a Redhead. Plus, her Bette Midler and Rachel Bloom inspirations; doing comedy and music; performing in Vegas; and more!

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Wed, 24 Apr 2024 15:13:45 -0000

Sierra Katow (Earth to Ned! The Sex Lives of College Girls! Close Enough!) stops by to talk about her new special, Funt! And also where to eat in Los Angeles.

Follow Sierra Katow on Instagram, TikTok and buy Funt on Amazon, YouTube, Apple and wherever you get comedy specials.

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Episode 289 - Flubbing All Over The Place

Episode 274 - Partially Missing The Point

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 16:39:27 -0000

Do you like ads? Do you like streaming? Do I have a deal for you! Plus: Netflix finally gives viewership numbers; SiriusXM goes through changes; Dropout (formally known as CollegeHumor) is successful; and more!

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Episode 273.5 - Gianmarco Soresi

Thu, 14 Dec 2023 22:53:06 -0000

Episode 271 - All This Fortnite Business

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 15:01:58 -0000

Fortnite will only be eclipsed by Fivenight.

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Episode 270 - Conscientious Unobjector

Fri, 10 Nov 2023 16:31:22 -0000

One Sunday Ticket please!

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Episode 269.5 - Chuck Nice

Fri, 10 Nov 2023 16:31:00 -0000

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 17:45:36 -0000

Lyric Lewis (A.P. Bio! Baskets! comedy!) stops by to talk about performing in front of live audiences from improv to multicamera comedies, having while getting laughs and her part in the new Night Court.

Plus: Yes, the The Bachelor creator is racist; Substack asks for money from its users; not many people are watching CNN; and more!

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Episode 257 - News Happens

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 14:48:23 -0000

Forget 60 Minutes; we're about to launch a show called 60 Seconds. Longform stories done short. That's what this TikTok generation needs. Yeah. I'm right. Plus: Anderson Cooper is doing 60 Minutes-style work for CNN; Spotify is not betting on diversity; and video game preservation gets more tricky thanks to Nintendo.

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Episode 256.5 - Jenny Zigrino

Mon, 27 Mar 2023 15:57:21 -0000

Jenny Zigrino (stand up!) comes down to promote her latest special/album, Jen-Z. She talks coming into her own on stage; giving advice to Generation Z; and women's rights.

Check out the special on YouTube. Stream it on April 14 or buy it form Blonde Medicine. Follow Jenny Zigrino on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.

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Episode 256 - A Glance at My Nips

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 20:34:15 -0000

Streaming cable is becoming more expensive every couple of years. Add in streaming networks along with other subscription based platforms and we don't own anything. What's the point in paying all of this when we can't even keep up? How else will I form my personality?! Plus: A.O. Scott departs The New York Times film division; Tubi beats Pluto TV; and YouTube TV gets slightly more expensive.

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Episode 255 - In Bad Taste

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 18:30:04 -0000

The Academy Awards just happened and they were pretty good. Host Jimmy Kimmel, while good, spent way too much time on the Will Smith/Chris Rock slap. There was superb representation for the Asian and Indian communities. And there was a donkey. Plus: Paramount might want to off load BET; Spotify's yearly event; and streaming isn't necessarily helping out Oscar hopefuls.

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Episode 254.5 - India de Beaufort and Stephnie Weir

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 16:28:00 -0000

India de Beaufort (Night Court! One Day at a Time! All Hail King Julien!) comes by to talk about the NBC reboot of Night Court as well as diversity in multi-camera comedies.

Then Stephnie Weir (MADtv! Crazy Ex-Girlfriend! comedy!) sits down to chat about her career in improv, love of multi-cams, doing comedy with her husband, acting and more!

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Episode 254 - Getting In The Can

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 15:41:36 -0000

Yum yum yummers! Popcorn is back in season. Does it ever go out of season? Is popcorn fruit? Plus: Fox triples down on Dan Harmon's new animated series; Creed III puts ASL in the spotlight; and Sony is in the hot seat for shady dealings when it comes to game exclusivity.

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Episode 253 - Josh Johnson

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 20:20:21 -0000

Josh Johnson (comedian! HOLD UP with Dulcé Sloan and Josh Johnson!) returns to C+ Comedy to talk about his latest hour -- Up Here Killing Myself. He and Chad talk about their first interview, the special's therapy based wrap arounds, and difficulties growing up without money!

Check out the special on Peacock. Follow Josh on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, Facebook and TikTok.

Plus: Night Court is the model for ad sales now on NBC; Warner Bros Discovery takes umbrage with Paramount's South Park stinginess; and the BAFTA's had all white winners again.

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Episode 252 - Merge Down

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 23:04:41 -0000

Do you know West from East? What about Discovery+ from HBO Max? Soon they will be one. Also separate. Plus: Ryan Seacrest is leaving the morning show; podcasting's sexy money period is over; and linear TV looks to make more money with ads; plus more!

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Episode 251.5 - Chase O'Donnell

Wed, 08 Feb 2023 08:00:24 -0000

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Episode 246 - Hand Holdy

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 19:34:37 -0000

Bob Iger is back at Disney and we're celebrating! The king has returned to right the wrongs of his successor, Bob Chapek. Maybe now Disney can be convinced to do more Duck Tales. Plus: AMAZON PRIME MUSIC changes for better and for worse; JASON BLUM and JAMES WAN are horror buddies now; the NFL SUNDAY TICKET remains up for $2.5 billion grabs.

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Episode 245 - King of Streams

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Welcome to a very special all streaming coverage episode! Everyone from Netflix to Disney+ is introducing an ad-supported tier of their service. While that means cheaper plans, it also means growing pains. But we don't have time for that! We want to watch TV with limited commercial interruption. Screw it; I'll pay the $20 not to watch an ad and to have 4K.

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Episode 244.5 - Matt Braunger

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 07:00:00 -0000

MATT BRAUNGER (stand up! Upload! Agent Carter!) returns to chat with Chad about his latest special, Doug. The two also cover how audiences don't know how to contain themselves in a post-pandemic world and the latest in great horror movies.

Check out Matt Braunger's Doug wherever you get comedy albums. Like him on Facebook. Heart him on Instagram. Watch him on YouTube. Tweet him on Twitter. See him on TikTok.

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Episode 244 - Less Rom, More Com

Fri, 21 Oct 2022 16:18:57 -0000

Spotify, you're trash! Keep the podcasts and audiobooks out of my music. While you're at it, where's HiFi streaming? Plus: GIMLET and PARCAST unions are not happy with SPOTIFY's latest cuts; BILLY EICHNER's Bros failed, was marketing to blame?; and RIP G4 again.

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Episode 243 - Subhah Agarwal

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 16:00:00 -0000

Spring is ending and summer is beginning, baby! Let's talk about all the goings on in late night. CORDEN is set to leave in a year; DESUS & MERO lose a weeknight; KIMMEL mulls an exit; MYERS is at an all time high; RUFFIN gets locked behind a paywall; FALLON fights for online views; COLBERT lives in the front of the pack; BEE gets poignant; OLVIER continues telling the same joke; & NOAH gets his audience back!

CBS to experiment with late night after Corden exit

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Episode 223.87 - Kristian Mercado

Thu, 04 Nov 2021 21:34:13 -0000

KRISTIAN MERCADO (director! writer!) sits down with us to talk about directing comedy specials from the likes of Phoebe Robinson, Sam Jay, and Hannibal Buress. Plus, he's worked with musicians such as Billie Eilish, SZA, and Bad Bunny! He's got a wild style that separates him from the pack.

Follow Kristian Mercado on Instagram. Check out his latest projects available on HBO Max: Phoebe Robinson: Sorry, Harriet Tubman and Aida Rodriguez: Fighting Words.

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Episode 223 - As I Expected

Mon, 01 Nov 2021 18:55:16 -0000

Thank you for signing up for Voter, I Barely Know Her! -- your one stop shop for all things voting. We're going to send you annoying texts using your name whenever there's an election in your county. Mayoral? Yes! City Council? You bet! High School Treasury? Better have unlimited texting! So get ready to be annoyed as butts! Text STOP to opt out. Please note we will not stop, baby! Plus: COMCAST is staying with HULU for the long haul as they stay silent on PEACOCK sign ups; audiences liked diversely casted shows during the last TV season; and the Global Box Office is doing pretty well, considering.

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Episode 222 - "Other Streaming"

Tue, 26 Oct 2021 16:38:37 -0000

Today is the day that this podcast has made. Let us rejoice and be sad in it?! Why are you still subscribed? With descriptions of episodes like this one, it's no wonder you stay, baby! Plus: local sports streaming service; SPOTIFY is offering video podcasts to everybody; and NETFLIX is thankfully changing the way it measures viewers.

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Episode 221.73 - Christian Finnegan

Mon, 25 Oct 2021 16:33:35 -0000

Christian Finnegan (stand up!) comes on the program to discuss his latest special -- Show Your Work -- that was shot during the coronavirus pandemic. Further, it was recorded at QED Astoria -- Kambri Crews' (wife! writer!) live show venue!

Follow Christian Finnegan on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. Check out Show Your Work wherever you get stand up specials.

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Episode 221 - Jo Firestone

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 18:01:40 -0000

JO FIRESTONE (stand up! Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon! Joe Pera Talks with You! Shrill!) joined us to talk about her latest stand up special, Good Timing with Jo Firestone. This one isn't as it seems. Jo taught a stand up class for seniors and helps them develop five minutes which they would eventually perform in front of a live audience! Additionally, Jo does this interview alongside one of her students. It's a blast!

Follow Jo Firestone on Instagram. Check out Good Timing on Peacock.

Plus: an entire episode of this dumb podcast! G4 is coming back, for real, to TV and the internet!; the GOLDEN GLOBES will still go on, even if their not allowed on NBC; and the state of Indigenous representation in the industry.

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Episode 220 - The ReRemasters

Mon, 11 Oct 2021 14:56:37 -0000

It's 2004. Grand Theft Auto San Andreas releases on PlayStation 2 and Xbox. The moment you start it up, you put in all of the cheat codes. You proceed to do it every single time you load up the game. Fin. Plus: The first three GRAND THEFT AUTO games are being remastered for real; lowest rated SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE ever; and how Mr. MATTHEW MCCONAUGHEY may or may not be running for Texas governor.

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Episode 219.42 - Elizabeth Alderfer

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 08:00:00 -0000

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Episode 208 - The Heat Also Rises

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 20:44:39 -0000

This show returns to your RSS feeds with hot new stories for an even hotter day. It's so hot! Like, really. Outside is so hot. We're sweating through shirts over here. Plus: IN THE HEIGHTS didn't gyrate the box office; BUZZFEED is paying you to write articles; COLLIDER learns about attribution; and SETH MEYER's "Late Night" is so very super good right now without audiences.

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Episode 207.80 - Chris Gethard

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 15:43:14 -0000

Chris Gethard (SPACE FORCE! CLASS ACTION PARK! PLANET SCUM!) returns to talk about his latest standup special, Half My Life. Imagine a road trip but there's also standup.

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Episode 207 - Good Caveat

Fri, 04 Jun 2021 20:23:49 -0000

Fresh off of doing nothing, The Constitutionals is here to remind you of the news that isn't exactly news. How refreshing! Plus: WARNER BROS. & DISCOVERY's new company name is lazy; HBO MAX & PARAMOUNT+ get ad supported tiers; and THE TODAY SHOW & CNN beef up streaming offerings!

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Episode 206 - They Overpaid

Fri, 28 May 2021 19:45:33 -0000

This was supposed to be a mixed episode that had the interview with Flula Borg. THINGS HAVE CHANGED. That interview now lives on its own and probably came out before this episode of this stupid show. Plus: AMAZON buys MGM STUDIOS; broadcast networks want to charge broadcast prices from streaming ad revenue; and those same networks rely on franchises as opposed to new ideas.

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Episode 205.52 - Flula Borg

Fri, 28 May 2021 19:25:33 -0000

FLULA BORG (CONAN! BOSS BABY: BACK IN BUSINESS! THE SUICIDE SQUAD!) sits down with Chad to talk about his new Jägermeister Cold Brew campaign and other comedy things!

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Episode 205 - Teens on Tinder

Fri, 21 May 2021 18:28:14 -0000

Ho Ho... sHows?! 'Tis I, Broadcast Claus! Upfront season is upon us! All of the networks participated in selling their shows to advertisers for coveted ad spots on their shows. It's all very confusing. We'll cover what ABC, CBS, Fox, and NBC are bringing to the 2021-2022 television season. Hint: it's all about streaming and cross platform synergy. So spicy, babyyyy. Plus: AT&T gives up on its media ambitions as it spins off WarnerMedia with Discovery Inc; & Chad's old camera is his new webcam!

AT&T merge with Discovery
How the deal came about + more details
ABC upfronts
CBS upfronts
Fox upfronts (Also with a Tubi focus)
NBC upfronts
New show trailers from broadcast networks (TVLine, EOnline)

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Episode 194 - Put On A Mask Ya Perv

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 20:45:47 -0000

Thu, 10 Dec 2020 20:03:06 -0000

Chris Gethard (The Chris Gethard Show! Broad City!) talks about his podcast - Beautiful Stories From Anonymous People - where he takes a phone call with a listener and can’t hang up. Topics range from bleak to downright morose. Gethard also covers how leaving the world of television has shaped his recent philosophies; why he enjoys supporting comedians without big followings; and his current thoughts on the shuttering of UCB New York and Chicago iO as well as the changes in improv as a whole.

Follow Chris Gethard on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and Planet Scum Live. Subscribe to Beautiful Stories From Anonymous People.

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Episode 184 - My Favorite Kardashian

Sun, 06 Dec 2020 17:54:09 -0000

Celebrity profiles can be windows into your favorite personality's life. This week's show features two of them. Why? I don't rightly know. But I'm powerful excited they exist. Also old timey speak apparently. Plus: AMAZON gets into podcasting; SAG-AFTRA healthcare cuts; and WARNERMEDIA changes up theatrical and streaming windows by making them one in the same.

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Episode 183.7 - The Jerky Boys

Fri, 04 Dec 2020 00:43:46 -0000

Johnny Brennan (FAMILY GUY! THE JERKY BOYS!) talks about the latest release from The Jerky Boys titled The Jerky Boys; how his shapeshifting voice informs his characters; and how his influence informed popular comedians today.

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Episode 183 - Spanish Aquí Presents

Mon, 30 Nov 2020 17:35:00 -0000

Listen, listeners: there was a holiday so there isn't a new full episode of the show you forgot you subscribed to. However, Chad did interview the great Latinx live show/podcast Spanish Aquí Presents! Here is the full conversation in audio form. The video can be found on youtube.com/cpluscomedy! Okay, see you next time. Which might be sooner than you think, baby...

Welcome to the world of Spanish Aquí Presents where everyone gets a chance to crack a joke. But it's not all funny business over there. The hosts -- consisting of Raiza Licea (My Friend Frida), Oscar Montoya (Bless The Harts), Carlos Santos (Gentefied), and Tony Rodríguez (Eastsiders) -- also want to make sure Latinx and other BIPOC and LGBTQ performers have their voices heard. Whether they're performing the live show or recording the podcast in studio, Spanish Aquí Presents will make sure you know their names by the end of the hour.

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Episode 182 - Dining Room Office

Fri, 20 Nov 2020 21:17:25 -0000

Just like the forced PTO he has to use up before December 31st, Chad accidentally took last week off. He's very sorry. Hi, I'm his publicist -- Lis Publi. It's Italian. Or French. Whichever is funnier. Plus: CBS wants 50% inclusion for it's reality shows; BUZZFEED buys HuffPost; ESPN stops its online esports coverage and more!

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Episode 181 - Most Plethora

Fri, 06 Nov 2020 16:56:14 -0000

A tumultuous week isn't forgotten here as the podcast you forgot you were subscribed to adds to the tension. Sorry, still sorry. Hey, but at least we get to see Chad's feet. If you're updating the Wikifeet, please be sure to add NSFW to the tags! Thank you. Plus: how CNN, MSNBC, and FOX NEWS covered the dribble of election results; and tension mounts at SPOTIFY over JOE ROGAN's podcasts's guests being not so reputable.

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Episode 180 - Whereis

Sat, 31 Oct 2020 19:05:19 -0000

It's a sweet pre-election episode of the show you were subscribed to. There's a ton of topics to talk about. None of them are boring. If you think they're boring, that's your problem buster! This is an entertainment business ampersand news comma podcast! Plus: SHEPARD SMITH'S new show on CNBC; LEBRON is the most influential person in the election; and Q3 earnings for Spotify, NBCU, Netflix, and more.

[Shepard Smith's profile on The New York Times] (https://www.nytimes.com/2020/09/27/business/media/shepard-smith-fox-news-cnbc.html)
LeBron is the most influential person for the election
Ubisoft gets serious about PC game streaming
Spotify users stacking up
Netflix price hike
Peacock subscribers surge
YouTube TV subscribers top 3 million
IMAX earnings down $47 million

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Episode 179 - Extremely Superfluous

Fri, 23 Oct 2020 21:37:40 -0000

One of Chad's plants is dying a slow death. He's given it everything but it's not long for this world. Do you think it'll make it to Halloween? Also this is a podcast. Plant Killer Chad talks about representation on Netflix's cancelled GLOW; QUIBI is dead; and CONAN O'BRIEN might not be in late night in a couple of years.

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Episode 178 - We're Brown Now

Fri, 16 Oct 2020 18:50:51 -0000

A beautiful day calls for an outdoor episode! Make sure to bring your sun screen. Listen as Chad sits in the back of his car, chastises a woman taking a walk, and shoots an entire show on his phone that only falls nine times. It's riveting. Plus: GAMESTOP is making backend money off of Xbox sales; SPOTIFY allows for licensed music in its podcasts; and DISNEY refocuses from theatrical to streaming.

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Episode 177 - Charts: Get 'Em

Tue, 13 Oct 2020 00:20:14 -0000

This late episode of this show is brought to you by Room Temperature San Pellegrino. Have the taste buds for sparkling water but think it's too cold and too spicy? Try Room Temperature San Pellegrino. It'll quench your thirst way after your thirst needs to be quenched. To make it at home, take an ice cold can of San Pellegrino can out of the fridge and leave it on your coffee table directly in your line of sight but forget it's there for about an hour. Bam. Room Temperature San Pellegrino at home. Room Temperature San Pellegrino: it's only okay. Plus, other stuff.

Spotify releases first weekly charts

Amazon expands Thursday Night Football coverage

Regal, Cineworld close for the rest of the year

The Second City is for sale

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Episode 176 - Tons and Tons of Monies

Fri, 02 Oct 2020 15:04:45 -0000

Beep bop borp. C+ Comedy's podcast is here to tend to your boredom. You'd think writing a blurb every week would be easy. Let's add one more sentence to make this really pop. Oh, I guess that was it. Plus: movie people urge Congress to give aid to theaters; Neilson ratings for streaming services get a lot more involved; and Lorne Michaels has a plan for a pandemic driven Saturday Night Live season as well as how they plan on doing election shows.

Check out our interviews with the cast of The War with Grandpa and Tessa Ia of De Brutas, Nada!

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Episode 175 - A Fun, Feel Good Time

Fri, 25 Sep 2020 12:41:22 -0000

With so much happening in the entertainment business world, this entertainment business podcast is full of entertainment business news you crave. QUIBI might be up for sale after its poor release; journalists leave regular periodicals for patron-funded newsletters; and ViacomCBS turns PARAMOUNT NETWORK into a movie focused channel and more. Plus: video podcast viewers get a special look at De Brutas, Nada -- a new show starring Tessa Ia, who was interviewed by Chad (the host of this show in case you forgot, dummy).

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Episode 174 - Lastly But Not Leastly

Tue, 22 Sep 2020 12:43:25 -0000

A week full of news is a week full of a late podcast episode. Hey, let's get started. CBS ALL ACCESS gets renamed; EA's ORIGIN platform does too; DC UNIVERSE shows head to HBO Max; and Alfonso Cuarón has a better way to usher in diversity in film than the film Academy. Plus too much more!

CBS All Access to become Paramount+

Peacock has 15 million users

NBCU wants better terms on Roku

EA rebranding its subscription apps

DC Universe to rebrand as comic subscription service, all shows move to HBO Max

Another GMA third hour revamp

Alfonso Cuarón's response to the new Academy inclusion rules

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Episode 173 - A Pretty Good Effort

Sun, 13 Sep 2020 17:15:42 -0000

“It costs money to stop a show; it costs money to make a show. It costs money to start a show back up."

Truer words have never been spoken. Those words came from Chad. This week, he returns from two weeks off of this dumb show to talk about TV and movies coming back into production and how the Academy is changing rules for eligibility. Hint: movies must be diverse in front of and behind the camera by 2024.

Academy sets new rules for inclusion in Best Picture nominees

Advertisers look to digital TV to make up for losses during the pandemic

Guidelines for shows and movies to go back into production

"The Mandalorian" production provides path for other shows to return

Shows coming back soon

Shooting permits in LA already being accepted

Atlanta shows starting up again

Restarting is costly

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Episode 172 - They Have Done Some Things

Fri, 21 Aug 2020 15:22:11 -0000

Chad gets startling news about big changes at COMEDY CENTRAL. Like huge. HUGE. Giant. Gargantuan. So big that thesaurus.com doesn't have other synonyms for "big." Plus: Netflix cancels PATRIOT ACT leaving it with no late night programs... again; and APPLE is doing bundles now.

Amazon renames Twitch Prime as Prime Gaming

Patriot Act canceled after 6 seasons

Apple TV+'s streaming bundle bet with ViacomCBS has challenges

Drunk History canceled

Tosh.0 4 season renewal taken back

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Episode 171 - Streaming Report Card: Summer 2020

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 18:49:33 -0000

The Report Card miniseries continues with coverage of the major streaming services. This week, Chad has way too serious ideas for streamers. Netflix should stop buying licenses for shows. Hulu should fight to keep its licensed shows. Amazon Prime Video has the worst possible app. Things like that. Also Chad pays for all of them. He is the sole reason why these services continue to operate. This is also the reason he has zero monies.

Streaming services covered:

Netflix
Hulu
Amazon Prime Video
Disney+
HBO Max
Showtime Anytime
Starz Play
CBS All Access
Peacock
Apple TV+
Pluto TV
Crackle
Tubi

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Episode 170.3 - Kyle Kinane

Wed, 12 Aug 2020 18:45:56 -0000

Chad sits down with Kyle Kinane to talk about his latest album Trampoline in a Ditch and how Kyle unconsciously changed C+ Comedy for good!

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Episode 170 - Late Night Report Card: Summer 2020

Fri, 07 Aug 2020 18:34:40 -0000

Join Chad on this special episode of whatever this show is as he goes over which late night shows flourished during their pandemical summer and which ones floundered. Speaking of Flounder, do you think Flounder from The Little Mermaid is going to start a Little Mermaid recap podcast? Those are all the rage. He probably won't be able to land Sebastian. Ariel would promise to make it but she and Prince Eric would always have excuses not to stop by. But he'd be able to land Ursula and Triton. Scuttle is the sidekick obvs.

Late night shows covered:

Late Show with Stephen Colbert
Late Late Show with James Corden
Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon
Late Night with Seth Meyers
A Little Late with Lily Singh
Jimmy Kimmel Live
Conan
Full Frontal with Samantha Bee
The Daily Show with Trevor Noah
Last Week Tonight with John Oliver
Desus & Mero
Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj

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Episode 169 - 169, Feelin' Fine

Fri, 31 Jul 2020 15:11:11 -0000

Here's a cute fact about Chad: one of his favorite sitcoms is Rules of Engagement, a show that should've been cancelled after every season but lasted 100 episodes. It's very funny but equally cheesy because it's a CBS show. Anywhoser, VIACOMCBS starts dropping its property shows on CBS ALL ACCESS before next year's rebrand of the service; G4TV is coming back in 2021; APPLE's 30% in-app cut; and 2020 EMMY nominations.

CBS All Access gets Viacom properties ahead of rebrand

G4 TV returns in 2021

G4 TV rumor bolstered

More G4 news

The 30% Apple in-app purchase payments hurt companies

2020 Emmy Nominations

Quibi’s in an Emmy race by itself

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Episode 168 - H. Harry Potter: Wizard Lawyer

Fri, 24 Jul 2020 15:25:02 -0000

Have you been hurt in a Quidditch accident? Did you swallow one too many chocolate frogs? Did a living painting say something racist to you? Then you need a lawyer. Not some muggle lawyer; a wizard lawyer. I'm H. Harry Potter: former boy wizard and current out of shape man wizard. I'm here to get you all the bronze Knuts, silver Sickles, and golden Galleons you deserve. Just send your location and problem and I will apparate to your front door. Please have butter beer ready. H. Harry Potter: Lightning Strikes... Twice. Plus: SNL and late night hosts head back to the studio; MICHAEL B. JORDAN stands up for people of color in theater; why movies leave streaming services like HBO MAX and PEACOCK so soon after their launch; and voice actors of color want that part of the industry to change.

Michael B. Jordan and Broadway racial initiatives

SNL heading back to the studio

Fallon back in studio

Conan at Largo

Movies leaving streaming services

Voice actors fighting for change

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Episode 167 - I Wanna See Your Peacock

Fri, 17 Jul 2020 13:39:29 -0000

It's that time of the month again: a new streaming service has landed and Chad has all the deets that'll make your seat feel the heat. NBCUniversal's PEACOCK is here to give you all of the branded goodness. Shows like Parks and Recreation and 30 Rock land on the same platform as Alfred Hitchcock's movies, news shows like Nightly News and Meet The Press, as well as full episodes of Johnny Carson's Tonight Show. Peacock also offers 24 hour channels and a free tier so it stands out from the other streaming services. How does it stack up on its own? Plus: CBS gets serious about BIPOC representation and teams up with the NAACP; and NETFLIX ratings on its latest projects.

Nielsen out of home ratings facing backlash

CBS commits 25% of development budget to BIPOC shows

CBS and NAACP enter content partnership

The negatives of colorblind casting

Netflix reveals some viewership numbers

Peacock launches, won’t be on Roku and Fire TV

“30 Rock” special won’t air on some NBC affiliates because of Peacock promos

Peacock already losing movies

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Episode 166 - Moniker Geller (aka Serious XMs)

Fri, 10 Jul 2020 08:00:00 -0000

Two titles for the price of one! Aren't you lucky?! Join a post-yoga class Chad as he drills through the topics of the week. These include CHARLEMAGNE THA GOD teaming with ViacomCBS on his third show, this time on COMEDY CENTRAL; MICHAELA COEL didn't partner with NETFLIX over show ownership issues; ESPN has new radio ambitions; and SIRIUS XM expands into podcasting with the supposed purchase of STITCHER.

Charlemagne tha God lands a new show on Comedy Central

Michaela Coel didn’t pair with Netflix on “I May Destroy You”

Amazon Fire TV Lab is basically bringing back cable

ESPN Radio shakeup

SiriusXM to buy Stitcher

Let's get social!

Episode 165 - The Advertising Daughters

Sun, 05 Jul 2020 22:43:19 -0000

QUICK! Chad forgot to do an episode of this show. Maybe it was all the July 4th activities he was participating in such as staying inside and watching RENT again. He's a rebel; he's a saint. Hey, here are the topics for this week's show: MICROSOFT is closing all of its stores; NEW YORK TIMES leaves APPLE NEWS; BROADWAY is done until 2021; and black culture podcast THE NOD wants to take back its rights from SPOTIFY.

Microsoft shuttering all physical stores

New York Times leaves Apple News

Broadway closed for the rest of the year. Tickets refunded through January 3rd, 2021

News Time episode about Broadway closing

The Nod wants off of Spotify

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Episode 164 - You Can't Handle the Prooth

Fri, 26 Jun 2020 17:23:55 -0000

🎵 ....appy birthdaaayyy toooooo yooooouuuuuuuu! 🎵 Ugh. Can you beleive Chad makes the whole offices of C+ Comedy sing to him on his birthday? Which is today, the day this episode uploads? What a weirdo. I mean he was already weird because he talks to himself in his office all the time. Sometimes sitting on a futon; other times standing in front of a back sheet. He needs a life. Speaking of things that need things: BIG MOUTH & CENTRAL PARK recast mixed race characters with people who are actually black; GOOGLE may be launching an Apple News+ competitor; and MICROSOFT is dumping MIXER and joining up with FACEBOOK GAMING after paying tens of millions to streamers like NINJA and SHROUD. I only understood the Microsoft part of that sentence. Understand the rest by listening to the show!

"Big Mouth," "Central Park" recast mixed race characters

SNL’s history with blackface

Google will pay publishers’s paywalls on their news services

Late night and COVID struggles

Microsoft stops Mixr, starts partnership with Facebook Gaming

Ninja and Microsoft end partnership after Mixr is canned

Mixr streamers are mad

Episode 163 - A Strange Reckoning

Fri, 19 Jun 2020 16:23:44 -0000

Fresh off of finally updating all of his Adobe programs to 2020, Chad then suffers camera issues. Did you know this show is available via video too? You did? You just didn’t want to see Chad? Totally get it. Also: blackface in British comedy is being reckoned with; AMY POEHLER, MATT BESSER, IAN ROBERTS AND MATT WALSH are taking a reckoning with what to do with the remaining UCB theaters; & CHRIS REDD, SAM RICHARDSON, AMBER RUFFIN and black comedians are reckoning Second City because it’s too dang racist.

Spotify, DC Comics team up on podcasting

HBO Max comics

WarnerMedia finally says what’s going to happen with HBO Go

British black face is no longer the norm

What the UCB 4 plan on doing with the UCB

Chris Redd, Sam Richardson and other black comedians demand Second City address years of a racist, sexual harassment allegations

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Episode 162 - I Just Wanted to Hit That

Fri, 12 Jun 2020 12:19:05 -0000

Guess who's therapy just got more expensive?! THIS GUY'S. But we're not here to talk about feelings. Unless those feelings are about HARTLEY SAWYER getting axed from The Flash after some old tweets resurfaced from the 2010's; ADAM RAPPAPORT and another Conde Nast executive step down for racist, sexist, and other bad things -- again, from the 2010's; REFINERY29's editor stepping down for toxic work culture; and is it possible for journalists to be editorial while remaining objective? Who needs therapy when you have a podcast! (Me, I do).

Hartley Sawyer fired from The Flash after old tweets resurface

Adam Rappaport steps down as Editor In Chief at Bon Appetit

New York Times write up about Adam Rappaport

Refinery29 editor steps down due to racial discrimination

1A - The Debate Over Objectivity in Journalism

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Episode 161 - We're Trying to Solve Racism

Fri, 05 Jun 2020 08:00:00 -0000

8 minutes and 46 seconds. That's how long VIACOMCBS played black on their channels including BET, CMT, MTV, and Nickelodeon. This was done in solidarity with the unfortunate death George Floyd -- as perpetrated by a Minneapolis officer -- and the Black Lives Matter movement. This week, we take a look at why ViacomCBS, NETFLIX, DISNEY, WARNERMEDIA, NIKE, PELOTON and hundreds of other brands joined in with the discussion on race. Plus: what other companies like IGN and GAMESPOT are doing to further the conversation and how the movement may have hindered itself with its own social media blackout.

ViacomCBS dedicates 8 minutes and 46 seconds of air time to Black Lives Matter

Music streaming services join together for Blackout Tuesday

Netflix, Disney, WarnerMedia and others join in too

Peloton, Facebook, Nike as well

Blackout Tuesday posts drowning out Black Lives Matter posts

HBO Max’s bumpy start

How Disney reengineered “The Simpsons” aspect ratio

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Episode 160 - The HBO Max Hub

Fri, 29 May 2020 08:00:00 -0000

Oh oh oh baby! It's that time of the month again: a new streaming service has reared its head. This time, HBO Max comes to the stage to ward off your boredom. AT&T's foray into the streaming space with the ever popular HBO is looking to be a match made in heaven. Plus shows from sister networks TBS, TNT and Cartoon Network are along for the ride. Does HBO Max stand up to the "Max" moniker or is it too curated for its own good? How does it stack up against Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, Apple TV+ and Amazon? Does any of that matter anymore? Will there be ads? Why hasn't Amazon signed on? Why did the first season of Gilligan's Island feature a theme song that said "and the rest" instead of including the Professor and Mary Ann? Okay, listen to the show to find out some of those answers!

Deadline - HBO Max - What you need to know

The Verge - The catalogue has holes

Engadget - Why Amazon won’t sign on just yet

CNBC - Ads coming in 2021

CNBC - AT&T CEO John Stankey doesn’t see Netflix as a competitor

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Episode 159 - John Krasinski: Ya Done F'ed Up

Fri, 22 May 2020 18:15:07 -0000

Someone call Jason Aldean because we've got the Wheels Rollin'. (This will be the last episode of this show I'm sorry for disappointing you with that bad joke). Listen, we've got stories to go through. Like the one about JOE ROGAN selling his podcast to SPOTIFY for buco dolores; JOHN KRASINSKI selling SOME GOOD NEWS to VIACOMCBS for an untold & likely ungodly amount; and VIACOMCBS's tinkering of executives could be the downfall of COMEDY CENTRAL.

Joe Rogan’s podcast, video podcast is a Spotify exclusive

ABC comedy show cancellations

Apple buying syndicated shows for Apple TV+

John Krasinski sells good news

ViacomCBS shuffle of Comedy Central execs could lead to downfall of network

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Episode 158 - Speaking of Nothing

Fri, 15 May 2020 08:00:00 -0000

Seatbelts, everyone! Chad hits the scene in his car to record this week's episode of the show what withs whose description you're reading. He says some things about UNBREAKABLE KIMMY SCHMIDT's interactive movie finale; what QUIBI creator JEFFREY KATZENBERG thinks went wrong with QUIBI; and how HAMILTON's move to DISNEY+ could hurt theaters.

Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt: Kimmy versus the Reverend, multiple endings

Katzenberg blames the pandemic for Quibi’s failure

Hamilton’s early move to Disney+ may hurt the 2021 box office

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Episode 157 - The Title Comes Naturally

Fri, 08 May 2020 08:00:00 -0000

Another week is over. You know what that means: another episode of this show. Chad's not feeling it. But he manages to squeeze out another bedtime classic. Also he's back in the bed. Plus: VIACOMCBS's new streaming strategy involves redesigning CBS ALL ACCESS completely to house most BET, COMEDY CENTRAL, MTV, and other brand shows.

Buzzfeed names new news chief

ViacomCBS sets new deal with YouTube TV

CBS All Access is the new ViacomCBS branded streamer

CBS renews (almost) everything

CBS cancels (almost) nothing

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Episode 156 - Two Aryan Children

Fri, 01 May 2020 08:00:00 -0000

Commutes may be shortened but that doesn't mean you can't listen to your favorite show that you forgot you were subscribed to. This one's a doozy so let's get to it. Host Chad takes to the futon to chat all things considered. Wait -- that's a different podcast. He's only trying to get fresh air. Dang it! WTF is going on? Plus: THE DAILY SHOW grows an extra 15 minutes; the final AV CLUB review for "THE SIMPSONS;" what actually, maybe happened to the fired "The Simpsons" composer; NBCUniversal mulls releasing movies in theaters and paid video on demand... but AMC and other theater distributors say they won't carry Universal movies if that does happen... but but NBCU says theaters are still integral and PVOD is complimentary... and the saga gets crazier from there. Plus more stories!

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Episode 155 - Progromavirus

Fri, 24 Apr 2020 08:00:00 -0000

Aren't you glad during a pandemic you have your favorite podcast right by your side? Let me guess, you're more of a WTF person? The Daily? Some mega popular true crime show I've never heard of but that also makes buco dolores? You're nothing but a sheep. Plus: FACEBOOK takes on Twitch, YouTube Gaming and Mixer; AMAZON takes user data illegally to make its products; referees could make better calls without fans in the stands; and ELLEN DEGENERES's staff is mad at Ellen.

Facebook to launch live game streaming site: https://www.cnbc.com/2020/04/20/facebook-launching-dedicated-gaming-app-to-take-on-twitch-and-youtube.html

Amazon uses third party data to make its first party products: https://www.cnbc.com/2020/04/23/wsj-amazon-uses-data-from-third-party-sellers-to-develop-its-own-products.html

Without fans in seats, refs could make better calls: https://www.wsj.com/articles/the-big-winners-of-sports-without-fans-the-refs-11587643647

Trouble on the set of “Ellen:” https://variety.com/2020/tv/news/ellen-crew-furious-over-poor-communication-regarding-pay-non-union-workers-during-coronavirus-shutdown-exclusive-1234582735/

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Episode 154 - Tormenting to Upload

Fri, 17 Apr 2020 13:50:34 -0000

Welcome back to the show you thought you unsubscribed from! Don't you press that button! DON'T YOU DARE DO IT, SUCKA. Chad's back in the sack with a whole bunch of crap. Plus: the XFL is bankrupt... again; IGTV is finally showing what it wants to be; and us normies can bid on once in a lifetime experiences with famous people all for charity!

PS5 to be in short supply: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2020-04-16/sony-is-said-to-plan-limited-playstation-5-output-in-first-year

So long, again, XFL: https://www.espn.com/xfl/story/_/id/29021347/xfl-suspends-operations-lays-employees-no-plans-return-2021

XFL bankruptcy, again: https://www.thewrap.com/vince-mcmahon-xfl-files-for-bankruptcy/

IGTV takes another shape: https://www.theverge.com/2020/4/13/21216886/instagram-igtv-redesign-update-video-creators-discover-page

All In Challenge: https://www.allinchallenge.com/

Episode 153 - Mostly Vertical

Fri, 10 Apr 2020 13:33:03 -0000

Two shows ended long runs this week. MODERN FAMILY split everyone up after 11 years. SCHITT'S CREEK walked down the aisle after 6. Chad watched the both. Pretty run of the mill episode here. Also Chad is in his bed ;))))))) Plus: QUIBI -- a premium mobile video service -- launches in a world where everyone is at home watching their phones. How will Jeffery Katzenberg and Meg Whitman's platform featuring shows and movies starring Sophie Turner, Will Forte, Titus Burgess, Chance the Rapper and a slew of other top talent fair during a time in which the target audiences are spending time inside?

E3 is canceled: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/after-e3s-cancellation-the-esa-drops-plans-for-a-d/1100-6475725/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f

Quibi download numbers https://variety.com/2020/digital/news/quibi-number-app-downloads-disney-plus-1234573031/

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WATCH The Constitutionals in video form!: https://youtu.be/sDzYmSKCCPA

Episode 152 - Entertainment Business Ampersand News Comma Podcast

Fri, 03 Apr 2020 17:28:54 -0000

These are trying times we're in. Chad grew tired of talking about the coronavirus on so this week topics are changing! Sit outside and listen as our host gives One Sentence Reviews of the podcasts he subscribes to. Plus: a couple of geese are nearby!

Shows mentioned:

1A
All Songs Considered
Ask Me Another
Best Friends
The Teacher's Lounge
The Bodega Boys
Code Switch
Comedy Bang! Bang!
Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend
Crazy / Genius
Culture Kings
The Daily
The Director's Cut
Doughboys & Doughboys Double
Dumb People Town
The Dumbbells
Fresh Air
Game Scoop
Good One
High and Mighty
Hollywood Handbook & Hollywood Handbook Pro Version
How Did This Get Made?
How Did This Get Played?
How I Built This
improv4humans
The Indicator
Indiewire Toolkit
Inside Conan
The Journal
Larry Wilmore Black on Air
Late Night with Seth Meyers
Nintendo Voice Chat
Never Not Funny
The NPR Politics Podcast
Philosophize This
Planet Money
Podcast Beyond
Podcast Unlocked
The NYT Popcast
Post Reports
The Q&A with Jeff Goldsmith
R U Talkin R.E.M. RE: Me? (or R U Talkin U2 2 Me?)
Radiolab
Reset
Revisionist History
Scriptnotes
Sooo Many White Guys
TED Radio Hour
This American Life
Three Questions with Andy Richter
Throughline
Throwing Shade & Throwing Shade Groceries
The Ticket: Politics from The Atlantic
Up First
Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me!
Why Won't You Date Me?
Womp It Up!
The Writers Panel
What's News
WTF
You Made it Weird

Episode 151 - Negro Sitting on the Couch

Fri, 27 Mar 2020 08:00:00 -0000

We're in the throws of the coronavirus. Lockdowns are here. Essential workers like yours truly are still boldly going where you aren't. Yes, thank us for our service! Plus: talent agencies UTA and ENDEAVOR as well as BUZZFEED endure pay cuts and layoffs due to the lack of work; animated shows like THE SIMPSONS and FAMILY GUY are virtually unphased in production; all the people at home are watching a lot more TV; and local, broadcast, cable and print news suffer the highs and lows of the pandemic.

UTA pay cuts: https://variety.com/2020/film/news/uta-cuts-salaries-across-company-amid-coronavirus-pandemic-exclusive-1203542451/

Endeavor layoffs: https://deadline.com/2020/03/endeavor-starting-round-of-layoffs-in-coronavirus-250-overall-for-now-1202892326/

BuzzFeed pay cuts: https://www.thewrap.com/buzzfeed-to-reduce-employee-pay-ceo-to-forgo-salary-due-to-coronavirus-pandemic/

Animated shows moving forward during pandemic: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/animated-series-adapt-keep-production-going-industry-wide-shutdown-1286340

Measuring the stay at home TV spike: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/how-big-is-stay-at-home-tv-spike-1286624

Local news is dying during the coronavirus: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/03/23/business/media/coronavirus-local-news.html

ABC's shift to focus on news: https://variety.com/2020/tv/news/abc-news-coronavirus-james-goldston-tv-1203541938/

The return of evening news: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/03/24/business/media/coronavirus-evening-news.html

Episode 150 - Fat People Buying Weights

Fri, 20 Mar 2020 08:00:00 -0000

Trying to escape talk of the coronavirus? Too bad, dummy! Social distance yourself on over to your podcasting app and check out this week's episode of this show whomstds description you're reading. This week, Chad talks about how the BIG BROTHER casts around the world have no clue what's going on; what ESPN's plans are for its schedule; 120,000 IATSE TV and film workers are out of jobs during the shutdown; what's going on with pilot season and your favorite shows for the rest of the year if they can't be made.

Apple could buy Disney after massive stock drop: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/apple-could-acquire-disney-stock-drop-analyst-says-1284475

German, Canadian Big Brother casts have no idea what is going on: https://www.thecut.com/2020/03/german-big-brother-cast-covid-pandemic.html

ESPN, other sports channels programming during shutdown: https://variety.com/2020/tv/news/espn-coronavirus-sports-tv-burke-magnus-1203536765/

120,000+ TV industry workers out of jobs: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/behind-screen/estimated-120000-iatse-jobs-lost-pandemic-1285229

Pilot season in trouble after coronavirus puts season on hold: https://deadline.com/2020/03/pilot-season-2020-turmoil-coronavirus-pilots-pushed-1202882113/

TV is in a shutdown. Now what?: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/tv-has-stopped-production-what-happens-next-1285099

Episode 149 - I'm A Young Boy

Fri, 13 Mar 2020 08:00:00 -0000

Welcome back to the show you forgot you subscribed to! This week is jam packed with coronavirus news because this mess is getting more seriouser. Concerts and conventions are closing down for the year. Gaming activities and movie premieres are a no go. Even late night is forgoing audiences or shows all together. Listen (or watch if you're on YouTube) as Chad sloppily covers this growing pandemic.

Reggie Fils Aime joins Gamestop board: https://www.polygon.com/2020/3/9/21172177/reggie-fils-aime-joins-gamestop-board-of-directors-nintendo

Pete Butteigeg to host Jimmy Kimmel Live: https://www.cnn.com/2020/03/09/entertainment/pete-buttigieg-jimmy-kimmel-live/index.html

When a movie is a movie theater movie: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/hollywoods-new-dilemma-is-a-movie-worthy-movie-theaters-1283514

Online screeners more trouble than DVD screeners: https://variety.com/2020/tv/news/emmys-tv-academy-fyc-screeners-dvds-netflix-1203529370/

Cancelling events for coronavirus save lives: https://www.vox.com/2020/3/10/21171481/coronavirus-us-cases-quarantine-cancellation

Coronavirus hits the entertainment industry: https://www.vox.com/culture/2020/3/10/21173376/coronavirus-cancel-movie-hollywood-bond-mulan-sxsw-coachella-hanks-quiet-place

Episode 148 - A Little Bit More, Less Frank

Fri, 06 Mar 2020 09:00:00 -0000

Hide your viruses. This podcast is a germ free zone. Does the coronavirus got you down? Go get help, dummy! In the meantime, put on this episode to sooth your 'tude. Surely a comedy show won't be about... Oh my gosh several of these stories are about the coronavirus. The first half of this is exclusively coron-- why?! Plus: ViacomCBS is cutting shows from critical darling POP TV and find out why verified accounts are looking at your INSTAGRAM stories!

SXSW loses 5 companies due to coronavirus: https://deadline.com/2020/03/sxsw-2020-cancellations-list-twitter-facebook-1202872882/

ViacomCBS cancels 3 shows on Pop TV: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/viacomcbs-shuts-down-3-pop-tv-series-1282626

The reason why famous people are watching your Instagram stories: https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/davidmack/nancy-cartwright-bart-simpson-instagram-stories

Episode 147 - They got TVs and Movies

Fri, 28 Feb 2020 09:00:00 -0000

♬ Thurs-day, in the studio. I think it was the 27th of Fe-bru-ary! ♪♪ That's a lampoon of the hook from Chicago's "Saturday in the Park" for those of you who aren't 50 and white. Hi, this is a podcast. Chad is the host. He's got some stories for you including: FOX wants to buy free TV streamer TUBI; NBC wants to buy VUDU; DISNEY is making the grey area between Disney+ and Hulu even greyer; and BOB IGER leaves Disney in the midst of an upswing. Plus, Chad had a conversation with the godfather of podcasting Pod Daddy JIMMY PARDO! Check it out!

Fox wants to buy Tubi: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/fox-talks-acquire-ad-supported-streamer-tubi-report-1280491

NBC wants to buy Vudu: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/nbcuniversal-talks-acquire-walmarts-vudu-1280511

The line between Disney+ and Hulu is still muddled: https://www.theverge.com/2020/2/25/21152428/love-simon-spinoff-hulu-disney-plus-xmen-simpsons-streaming

Bob Iger’s exit only makes the end harder to see: https://variety.com/2020/digital/news/disney-streaming-in-flux-hulu-disney-plus-content-strategy-1203515607/

Episode 146 – Episode 146 - Royalty Sample

Fri, 21 Feb 2020 09:00:00 -0000

Inching ever closer to the fake milestone of 150 episodes, The Constitutionals returns with way too much news for way too short of a show. Chad talks about the new animated Fox show DUNCANVILLE starring Amy Poehler along with the dichotomies of Netflix reality shows THE CIRCLE and LOVE IS BLIND. Plus: MIKE BLOOMBERG buying memes; VIACOMCBS has plans to expand CBS All Access to include its other brands; several high profile companies form an academy for podcasting and more!

Mike Bloomberg pays for memes: https://www.vox.com/2020/2/14/21137102/mike-bloomberg-instagram-meme-ad-campaign-backfiring

Bieber accused of stealing melody but it’s a free sample: https://www.theverge.com/2020/2/17/21140838/justin-bieber-changes-running-over-asher-monroe-synergy-splice-sample-melody

YouTube celebrates 15th birthday on February 15th. How it was accepted when it launched: https://paleofuture.gizmodo.com/heres-what-people-thought-of-youtube-when-it-first-laun-1832019272

ViacomCBS first stock drops but ups streaming ambitions: https://deadline.com/2020/02/viacomcbs-house-of-brands-accelerate-streaming-momentum-1202864224/

Podcasting Academy forms: https://www.vulture.com/2020/02/podcast-academy-golden-mics-oscars.html

Fandom and entitlement: http://www.bbc.com/culture/story/20200213-from-sonic-the-hedgehog-to-star-wars-are-fans-too-entitled

Episode 145 – Episode 145 - Check My Meat

Fri, 14 Feb 2020 09:00:00 -0000

Why are there not that many stories this week? Doesn't the world know that this show needs topics to survive?? Anywhoser, Chad rambles on for 15 minutes before getting to the issues at hand. He even has time to go over the Mary Kate and Ashley 1994 straight to VHS movie series "The Adventures of Mary-Kate & Ashley: The Case of Thorn Mansion" because he's just that insane. He's also in the midst of cooking braised short ribs. What a guy. Plus: streaming numbers double! GEOFF KEIGHLEY drops out of producing an E3 show! and ViacomCBS gets its first big news screw up when producers mess with GAYLE KING.

Streaming doubles TV viewership: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/streaming-tv-usage-doubles-2-years-nielsen-says-1278637

Geoff Keighley not going to E3 2020: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/geoff-keighley-announces-he-wont-produce-e3-colise/1100-6473656/

Gayle King, ViacomCBS kerfuffle is a stumble in the media conglomerate world: https://variety.com/2020/tv/news/gayle-king-snoop-dogg-viacomcbs-tv-news-1203499084/

Episode 144 – Episode 144 - The One Where Chad Wears a Tux

Sun, 09 Feb 2020 19:33:16 -0000

Chad wears a tuxedo as he picks his Oscar faves! He's a snazzy baby boy, isn't he? Plus a bunch of stories including SPOTIFY's latest acquisitions and its strong arming of the podcast space; THE RINGER and BARSTOOL acquisitions are for the digital space; women and people of color numbers are rising in front of the camera but falling behind it and more!

“Hamilton” heads to theaters. May change how film and broadway interact: https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/story/2020-02-03/how-disneys-hamilton-movie-can-change-the-movie-musical-landscape

Women, people of color on film numbers rise: https://variety.com/2020/film/news/annenberg-film-study-women-people-of-color-2019-1203491761/

BUT women, POC not represented behind the scenes: https://variety.com/2020/film/news/diversity-hollywood-behind-the-scenes-ucla-study-1203494631/

NYT sub growth in physical and digital. Raising sub prices: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/02/06/business/new-york-times-earning.html

Spotify buys The Ringer: https://variety.com/2020/digital/news/spotify-acquires-the-ringer-bill-simmons-podcast-1203493439/

Spotify reigns supreme in podcasts: https://www.engadget.com/2020/02/05/spotify-podcasts-the-ringer/

Barstool sold to a casino: https://www.vox.com/recode/2020/1/29/21113130/barstool-sports-penn-national-deal-dave-portnoy-chernin

Barstool and The Ringer acquisitions happened because of their millennial reach, digital video: https://www.vox.com/recode/2020/2/6/21120354/ringer-spotify-barstool-penn-national-media-tv-buyers

ViacomCBS streaming service being prepped: https://www.cnbc.com/2020/02/06/viacomcbs-new-streaming-service-to-include-paramount-cbs-all-access.html

Picking the Oscar winners https://oscar.go.com/news/nominations/oscar-nominations-2020-list-nominees-by-category

Episode 143 – Episode 143 - Homogeneous!

Fri, 31 Jan 2020 09:00:00 -0000

We're back with all the gossip you've been wanting to hear! Who got fat? Who is dumb? Where has my little dog gone? None of those questions will be answered. Instead, we talk about Joe Buck's tenure as a sports commentator; artificial intelligence's place in Hollywood; and what the heck nanoinfluencers are and why/how their constant use of their cameras are changing how you act.

Joe Buck talks to THR: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/joe-buck-talks-fox-super-bowl-plans-mlb-cheating-scandal-tip-iceberg-1273797

Could coding replace Hollywood artists?: https://www.vox.com/culture/2020/1/29/21058521/hollywood-ai-deepfake-black-mirror-gemini-irishman-cinelytic

Nanoinfluencers run rampant: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/01/27/style/will-you-be-my-content.html

Episode 142 - Oh. My gosh. Children.

Fri, 24 Jan 2020 17:09:18 -0000

Charity is the name of the game in 2020 and we are in the thick of it. Chad volunteered at a children's book fair. Kids like him. And he didn't get sick. Yet. It could always happen. Plus: we have screeners of Comedy Central's AWKWAFINA IS NORA FROM QUEENS; fat women are no longer the butt of the joke in television; and CMT is playing male and female artists equally.

Fat women are leading ladies, not jokes: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/shrill-work-progress-euphoria-tvs-fat-women-are-no-longer-a-joke-1271431

CMT commits to 50/50 video plays for male and female artists: https://www.npr.org/2020/01/21/798193382/country-music-channel-promises-equal-video-plays-for-women-and-men

Episode 141 – Episode 141 - White Women Working

Fri, 17 Jan 2020 09:00:00 -0000

If we've learned anything from the Oscar nominations, it's white women be working. AM I RIGHT?! Yeah, I'm right. Hey listen, while you're here, there's a bunch of other stuff going on too. We get details on NBC's PEACOCK streaming service and talk about diversity again. You knew what you were getting into.

Hoda and Jenna get live studio audience: https://variety.com/2020/tv/news/hoda-jenna-today-live-studio-audience-1203469025/

Nora Lum on Awkwafina, Comedy Central show and Asian representation on TV: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/01/14/arts/television/awkwafina-sitcom-farewell.html

NBCU Peacock price and launch date: https://variety.com/2020/tv/news/nbc-peacock-pricing-launch-date-1203469722/

Cynthia Erivo on Stephen King’s “diversity” tweet: https://variety.com/2020/tv/news/the-outsider-cynthia-erivo-diversity-art-stephen-king-tca-1203468064/

Spike Lee leads Cannes Film Festival Jury: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/01/14/arts/spike-lee-cannes-film-festival.html

Episode 140 – Episode 140 - Flippy Flirty

Mon, 13 Jan 2020 02:26:12 -0000

So much is happening right now! The show is back from a much needed month long hiatus. Not much has changed except everything is much sloppier. Topics include women director, protagonist numbers marching upwards; CollegeHumor layoffs; diversity in film and way more.

YouTube streams count towards Billboard charts: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/12/13/arts/music/billboard-youtube-charts.html

Kids YouTube changes: https://www.vox.com/the-goods/2019/12/20/21025139/youtube-kids-coppa-law-ftc-2020

Richard Plepler on his 5 year deal with Apple: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/01/02/business/media/richard-plepler-apple.html

IGN review system gets simpler: https://www.ign.com/articles/2020/01/02/announcement-igns-review-scale-just-got-simpler

CollegeHumor goes through massive layoffs: https://www.vulture.com/2020/01/collegehumor-layoffs-sale.html

Female film director numbers up to 12%: https://www.thewrap.com/women-directed-record-12-of-top-100-grossing-films-in-2019-study-finds/

Female film protagonists up to 40%: https://www.thewrap.com/female-protagonists-2019-films/

BAFTA acknowledges lack of diversity in 2020 nominations: https://variety.com/2020/film/news/bafta-nominations-lack-of-diversity-1203459074/

Diversity in film and TV in 2019/2020: https://deadline.com/2020/01/hollywood-diversity-2009-strides-film-tv-representation-inclusion-1202817299/

Episode 139 – Episode 139 - Still Pointing, Still Going Through

Fri, 13 Dec 2019 09:00:00 -0000

Chad is back for a regularly scheduled episode! Finally! How dare he let his procrastination take effect this late in the game. This week, he talks the GOLDEN GLOBE nominations and how they are still very white and very male (but mostly white). Plus: THE GAME AWARDS and YOUTUBE gets aggressive about hate speech and harassment and people are mad for some reason.

2020 Golden Globe Nominations: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/lists/2020-golden-globes-nominations-full-list-1259626/item/best-motion-picture-musical-comedy-1259661

YouTube's tougher harassment policy cracks down on hate speech and threats: https://www.engadget.com/2019-12-11-youtube-toughens-harassment-policy.html

Episode 138 – Episode 138 - What Is A Baby Yoga?

Wed, 11 Dec 2019 18:47:28 -0000

This is a late episode of this show. I think. I lost count. Chad talks about a whole litany of stuff. Plus, he took on the role of an extra for a day and he tells you why you may not want the entry level "acting" job.

Jack Ryan season two gets Amazon great ratings: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/tv-ratings-jack-ryan-draws-solid-audience-season-2-1259267

YouTube subscriber drops due to inactive accounts: https://variety.com/2019/digital/news/youtube-subscriber-counts-drop-purge-defunct-accounts-1203422728/

CBS Evening News heads to Washington: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/cbs-evening-news-with-norah-odonnell-moves-to-washington-dc/

Genius sues Google over song lyrics: https://www.theverge.com/2019/12/3/20993621/genius-google-lawsuit-stolen-lyrics-lyricfind

Podcasts can win Pulitzers: https://www.engadget.com/2019/12/06/pulitzer-prize-podcasts-audio-reporting-award/

Episode 137 – Episode 137 - that's all that matters

Mon, 02 Dec 2019 01:08:51 -0000

Chad returns from Thanksgiving break with a articles about network mid-season schedules. Such sexy stories on deck. Oh and he hangs out with famous people now I guess. Dikembe Mutombo, a couple of ESPN and Fox Sports analysts. You'll have to listen to find out who.

NBC Midseason schedule: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/nbc-sets-midseason-premiere-dates-good-place-series-finale-1253421

CBS Midseason schedule: https://deadline.com/2019/11/cbs-winter-schedule-midseason-criminal-minds-final-season-15-premiere-ncis-new-orleans-new-time-slot-survivor-season-40-undercover-boss-tommy-fbi-most-wanted-macgyver-premiere-date-1202782646/

FOX Midseason schedule: https://tvline.com/2019/10/24/fox-midseason-schedule-last-man-standing-premiere-return-date/

The CW midseason schedule: https://deadline.com/2019/11/the-cw-midseason-premiere-dates-katy-keene-return-dcs-legends-roswell-new-mexico-supernatural-moves-to-monday-1202781471/

Episode 136 – Episode 136 - Captain Phillips X Sully

Fri, 22 Nov 2019 09:00:00 -0000

Cold and alone, Chad recounts the week in entertainment news. He saw the new FORD V FERRARI movie on his day off; Latino people are thriving on TV; as are women and directors of color; and HBO Max is looking to be the cable bundling of streaming services, which, no. Just no.

LatinX TV shows thrive: https://variety.com/2019/tv/features/from-one-day-at-a-time-to-party-of-five-latinx-tv-shows-see-a-boost-from-existing-ip-1203405578/

HBO Max is the rebundled unbundle: https://www.vox.com/recode/2019/11/18/20970066/hbo-max-netflix-streaming-cable-bundle-john-stankey-warnermedia-cord-cutting

Record number of TV episodes directed by women of color: https://variety.com/2019/tv/news/tv-directors-diversity-record-1203408936/

Episode 135 – Episode 135 - It's Like Seinfeld

Fri, 15 Nov 2019 09:00:00 -0000

Chad saw one of the final performances of Phoebe Waller-Bridges FLEABAG and it was a true joy. And he succumbed and gave DISNEY+ a try. It's not that bad. He just wants to watch The Simpsons. PLUS: ROKU makes a pretty penny off of every user; FRESH OFF THE BOAT sets sail for cancellation; and ABC is giving delayed ratings more precedence above initial ratings. I promise you that is a good thing for your favorite shows.

How much Roku makes per user: https://www.fool.com/investing/2019/11/09/roku-is-making-2258-per-user-and-this-is-just-the.aspx

“Fresh Off The Boat” canceled: https://www.vulture.com/2019/11/fresh-off-the-boat-cancelled.html

ABC gets rid of Live+ Same Day ratings, smaller shows rejoice: https://variety.com/2019/tv/news/abc-live-same-day-ratings-1203401162/

Episode 134 – Episode 134 - I Just Cant Hold It Any Longer

Fri, 08 Nov 2019 09:00:00 -0000

Want to learn what a NAS is? Tired of not hearing the ramblings of a mad man? Join Chad and his favorite flannel as they dive into Apple TV+ whose slogan is "It exists!" Plus: THE ONION lands a new podcast deal; NBC's PEACOCK streaming service might be free; DISNEY+ will not be ad free; and more!

The Onion gets back into podcasting, this time with Sony Music: https://variety.com/2019/digital/news/the-onion-sony-music-podcast-deal-1203393152/

NBC’s Peacock may be free: https://www.engadget.com/2019/11/01/nbc-peacock-free-report/

Disney+ will run Starz ads in exchange for its own movies: https://www.theverge.com/2019/11/5/20941540/disney-plus-starz-ads-star-wars-force-awakens-espn-streaming-wars-licensing

Apple TV+ Shows: tv.apple.com

Episode 133 – Episode 133 - Google Assistant Is Ready To Do Me

Fri, 01 Nov 2019 08:00:00 -0000

Chad was recording this episode on Halloween AND THE POWER WENT OUT. IT WAS VERY SCARY. There's an episode preceding the event but IT WAS STILL SO SCARY, MY BABIES. Plus: digital cable package PS VUE is dead says Playstation; AMAZON FRESH is free for Amazon members; Kanye made the interview rounds for his album JESUS IS KING; and WarnerMedia released details about HBO Max including confirming its $15 price. How does it stack up against the other streamers? Find out on...this...show!

PS Vue is dead: https://blog.us.playstation.com/2019/10/29/sony-interactive-entertainment-to-shut-down-playstation-vue/

PS Vue only had 800,000 subs: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/sony-shut-down-playstation-vue-live-streaming-service-1249873

HBO Max details: https://news.avclub.com/hbo-max-announces-a-game-of-thrones-spin-off-a-green-l-1839450661

How much all streaming services cost: https://consequenceofsound.net/2019/10/streaming-services-price-point/

Amazon drops fee for Fresh delivery: https://www.vox.com/2019/10/29/20936984/amazon-prime-grocery-delivery-fresh-fee-whole-foods-instacart

Kanye on Carpool Karaoke: https://youtu.be/vgLOv36an3s

Kanye and Zane Lowe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QuOCvKvrwI8

Kanye chats with Big Boy: https://youtu.be/t568Nd7k_Yk

Anthony Fantano reviews “Jesus is King:” https://youtu.be/gmKru-Is0SA

Episode 132 – Episode 132 - Slightly More Gritty

Fri, 25 Oct 2019 08:00:00 -0000

Let's pretend real life isn't happening by talking about hot TV ratings, sexy vault talk and a steamy reason why Chad doesn't read think pieces anymore. Get ready for hot takes! Plus: AMAZON shows land viewership ratings; DISNEY is putting Fox movies in the vault...which is not good; and ROBERT DENIRO AND AL PACHINO get profiled in the New York Times!

Amazon Video added to Nielson: https://deadline.com/2019/10/amazon-prime-viewing-added-to-nielsen-which-reveals-the-boys-numbers-1202765075/

"VICE Investigates" heads to Hulu in monthly installments: https://deadline.com/2019/10/vice-investigates-series-sets-hulu-run-with-episodes-appearing-monthly-1202768522/

Disney putting Fox movies into the Vault: https://www.vulture.com/2019/10/disney-is-quietly-placing-classic-fox-movies-into-its-vault.html

De Niro and Pachino NYT profile: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/10/24/movies/robert-de-niro-al-pacino-the-irishman.html?rref=collection%2Fsectioncollection%2Farts

Episode 131 – Episode 131 - Laugh Now, Curl into a Ball Later

Fri, 18 Oct 2019 08:00:00 -0000

Things aren't looking good for Chad's personal life but he's still doing the best he can. He manages to get in a few laughs as he talks WILL FERRELL's new podcast company; STUDIO GHIBLI movies going to streaming a day after the studio said they wouldn't do that; and how to lose a job with BERNIE SANDERS.

Will Ferrell’s new comedy podcast company: https://deadline.com/2019/10/will-ferrell-iheartmedia-launch-podcast-company-big-money-players-network-1202760091/

Studio Ghibli films head to HBO Max after GKIDS says no to streaming: https://www.slashfilm.com/hbo-max-studio-ghibli-streaming-rights/

A video earns a man a job with Bernie Sanders. He quits before he stars: https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/a-viral-video-landed-him-a-job-on-the-sanders-campaign-his-resignation-highlights-the-pitfalls-of-the-quest-for-digital-dominance/2019/10/15/89ac2576-eea4-11e9-89eb-ec56cd414732_story.html

Episode 130 – Episode 130 - Spectrum of Quality

Fri, 11 Oct 2019 12:14:35 -0000

The new TV season brings in a new DC superhero show but this time the star is a... woman?!... and a lesbian?!?! What has this world come to?! BATWOMAN premiered on The CW and, so far, it's mostly just about superhero stuff, which Chad loves. Also on the docket: Netflix's THE IRISHMAN is skipping major theaters and hitting Broadway for Oscar season; the LUMINARY co-founder is leaving the subscription podcast company that carries exclusive celebrity podcasts; and female directors are getting the leg up they need thanks to their coworkers!

“The Irishman” goes to Broadway: https://www.theverge.com/2019/10/7/20903107/netflix-the-irishman-martin-scorsese-belasco-theater-screening-award-eligibility

Luminary founder steps down: https://www.theverge.com/2019/10/8/20903804/luminary-podcast-startup-cofounder-joe-purzycki-exit-jeff-saunders-jet-cpo

Famies pledge to help foster female directors: https://variety.com/2019/film/news/reframe-rise-sue-kroll-stephanie-allain-michael-de-luca-paul-feig-1203362344/

Episode 129 – Episode 129 - Chad White Needs a Friend

Fri, 04 Oct 2019 08:00:00 -0000

He was a boy. She was a girl. Can I make it any more Constitutionals? Two topics, one episode. How does Chad stretch these into half an hour? You bet he'll figure out a way to talk for too long. The conversation includes why you'll never, ever make money from podcasting based on a new study. Plus, WARNERMEDIA is getting better at diversity all over the company!... except for in the executive offices and on set crews. But they're diverse nonetheless with almost 50/50 parity gender wise. Race is getting there. Check it out, jerks!

You’ll never make money from podcasting: https://twocents.lifehacker.com/youll-never-make-money-podcasting-1838640571

WarnerMedia’s Inclusion Report: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/warnermedia-releases-first-diversity-inclusion-report-1243787

The actual report: https://www.warnermediagroup.com/sites/default/files/WarnerMedia_D%26I_Report_2019_FINAL.pdf

Episode 128 – Episode 128 - Major Media Moves

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 08:00:00 -0000

Hot off of the Emmys, Chad has choice words for those who voted. Where was the diversity? Should the blame be put on the 24,000 Emmy voters who had their chance to vote in more diverse nominees? You know where he's going with this. But first: VOX MEDIA acquires NEW YORK MAGAZINE and its verticals; THIS IS US gets massive ratings after it airs; NETFLIX stock is falling fast; and HBO is trying to find its place as a streamer and premium cabler.

Vox Media Acquires New York Magazine https://nyti.ms/2n1SNVq

“This Is Us” has huge ratings online: https://www.thewrap.com/this-is-us-ratings-hulu-nbc-app-viewers/

Netflix’s new acquired shows are big but the stocks fall: https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/netflix-lands-seinfeld-suffers-shrinkage/2019/09/25/b2c7b3ea-df94-11e9-be7f-4cc85017c36f_story.html

HBO’s Emmy winning future in a streaming world: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/09/23/business/media/hbo-emmys-streaming-competition-amazon-netflix.html

Episode 127 – Episode 127 - I Taste Pizza

Fri, 20 Sep 2019 08:00:00 -0000

A new television season is on the horizon. This year, broadcast networks aim to play catch up with cable and streaming platforms. Chad covers the lon list of new shows set to grace the big 4 networks. But before that, he talks about A LITTLE LATE WITH LILLY SINGH and her new place in the late night world; where NBC's new PEACOCK streaming service fits in with the other 8 major ones; and GAMESTOP is redesigning its stores for the better.

Lily Singh’s late night show debuts: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2gzy_aI-luPtEpL-GzQP6w

NBC’s Peacock streaming service: https://www.vulture.com/2019/09/nbc-streaming-service-peacock.html

GaemStop’s redesign: https://www.ign.com/articles/2019/09/16/gamestops-store-redesign-leaked

2019 pilots: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/tv-pilots-2019-complete-guide-1172633

Episode 126 – Episode 126 - The Institutions That Matter

Fri, 13 Sep 2019 08:00:00 -0000

Can you believe it's been a week already? These days... there sure were seven of them. During said days, this happened: APPLE is putting its own apps first in app searches; YOUTUBERS are making explosive podcasting moves on YouTube; NEW YORK TIMES film critics cover where the movie going experience is headed in a world with monopolistic studios, streamers keeping us at home, awards and tickets; and DISNEY is (maybe, definitely) screwing over actors, producers and creators out of their residuals. Plus a lot more on this extra packed episode of goodness!

Infinity Train: https://www.cartoonnetwork.com/video/infinity-train/index.html

Apple front loads its app store with its own apps conspiracy: https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2019/09/09/technology/apple-app-store-competition.html

YouTubers bring podcasting to YouTube: https://www.theverge.com/2019/9/9/20801873/youtube-podcast-creators-h3-joe-rogan-ethan-klein-hila-david-dobrik-views

Spotify’s CCO has plans to make the music streamer the place for podcasts: https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/business/story/2019-09-08/dawn-ostroffs-plan-to-turn-spotify-into-the-ultimate-podcast-hub

The business of movies outlook: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/09/09/movies/fall-season-preview-critics.html

Disney’s new scheme for syndication residuals in the streaming era hurts creators: https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/business/story/2019-09-12/disney-tv-shows-backend-profit-participation-changes

Episode 125 – Episode 125 - Clean Show, Dirty Move

Fri, 06 Sep 2019 08:00:00 -0000

In between watching episodes of Succession, Chad managed to squeeze in one of these hot podcasts. He also managed to play the new BLAIR WITCH game. As well as being scary, it is also very, very buggy. Plus, STEVEN UNIVERSE THE MOVIE is one of the best translations of TV shows to movies (the same goes for DRAGON BALL SUPER: BROLY too). Finally, what happens to a book author's sales when they're added to Oprah or Reese's book clubs? And all the corporation mergers have killed off the middle ground of Hollywood.

Blair Witch (Xbox One): https://youtu.be/kCqVkXD9CZA

Steven Universe The Movie: https://play.google.com/store/movies/details?id=-1gL374FIdc

Celebrity book clubs lead to massive sales: https://www.npr.org/2019/09/03/755532368/for-many-authors-celebrity-book-clubs-are-a-ticket-to-success

The Hollywood Middle is gone: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/as-m-a-activity-ramps-up-is-end-midsized-company-1236038

Episode 124 - Less Than 12 Inches

Sat, 31 Aug 2019 16:38:21 -0000

Is it a week when there's not a podcast? Yes. That's how weeks work. Chad rambles on forever about THIS WAY UP starring Aisling Bea on Hulu; another study from the USC ANNENBERG INCLUSION INITIATIVE that covers Latino representation in Hollywood; and YouTube's fight against a growing union.

This Way Up (Hulu): https://www.hulu.com/series/this-way-up-d5d09794-e8a4-44e6-87ec-c3705cd1bbd4

Latino representation in Hollywood is down: https://www.thewrap.com/latino-community-ignored-hollywood-films-study-nalip/

YouTube is not going to work with the YouTube Union: https://www.theverge.com/2019/8/26/20833315/youtube-union-youtubers-negotiate-germany-meeting

Episode 123 - The "All New" Podcast "Revolution"

Fri, 23 Aug 2019 13:30:00 -0000

The podcast is back, ready to talk straight smack about internet people making videos without much substance. Chad doesn't want to hurt anyone's feelings but it's time to delineate between what's eye candy and what's a full feast. Also: MEGAN ELLISON is doing her best to keep ANNAPURNA PICTURES out of bankruptcy; and VARIETY'S cover story of Conan O'Brien "revolutionizing" podcasting is...so far from the truth.

Disney+ app availability: https://www.engadget.com/2019/08/19/disney-plus-ios-apple-tv-android-xbox-one-canada-netherlands-australia-new-zealand/

Megan Ellison is doing her best: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/why-root-megan-ellison-fail-1233052

Annapurna final offer made to banks: https://deadline.com/2019/08/annapurna-megan-ellison-larry-ellison-last-and-final-offer-bankers-1202668129/

News Time on Annapurna: https://youtu.be/HkzK4VnA6WY

MKBHD on 1A: https://the1a.org/shows/2019-08-21/youtuber-marques-brownlee-talks-his-ten-years-of-tech

Conan, others insight podcast “revolution:” https://variety.com/2019/digital/features/podcast-boom-conan-o-brien-gimlet-spotify-luminary-1203306477/

The A.V. Club's response to Variety's cover story: https://aux.avclub.com/what-we-don-t-talk-about-when-we-talk-about-the-podcas-1837437228

Episode 122 - I'm An Adult Boy Now

Sun, 18 Aug 2019 21:54:14 -0000

Late and chock full of peanut butter, it's The Constitutionals podcast! This week Chad covers: the new VIACOM/CBS merger and its perceived inability to be as big as Disney/Fox; Disney's broad reach in film and its concern with FOX movies not making billions like theirs; TV deals coming in waves and more!

“Vice News Tonight” moves to Viceland: https://deadline.com/2019/08/vice-news-tonight-lands-viceland-1202669610/

ViacomCBS might be too small: https://www.thewrap.com/why-viacomcbs-might-still-be-too-small/

Disney’s streaming catch 22: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/why-disneys-1299-streaming-bundle-may-be-a-double-edged-sword-1230928

Disney sent “Xmen” out to die: https://www.indiewire.com/2019/08/disney-fired-fox-dark-phoenix-marketing-before-release-1202165727/

Disney has no faith in Fox movies: https://variety.com/2019/film/features/fox-disney-earnings-dark-phoenix-stuber-racing-in-the-rain-1203300260/

Multiple TV deals are the new norm: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/showrunners-testing-waters-multiple-tv-deals-1231372

Episode 121 - Making Chids

Sat, 10 Aug 2019 19:09:01 -0000

Chad hits the airwaves to bring you his favorite topics of the week. This time he praises A BLACK LADY SKETCH SHOW; laments the E! NEWS layoffs; digs CBS ALL ACCESS's new kids shows; and believes the New York Times Magazine profile of NIC CAGE is engaging!

E! News layoffs: https://variety.com/2019/tv/news/e-news-layoffs-1203294183/

CBS All Access kid shows: https://deadline.com/2019/08/cbs-all-access-adding-childrens-programming-cloudy-with-a-chance-of-meatballs-danger-mouse-inspector-gadget-1202664783/

Nicolas Cage on Acting, Philosophy and Searching for the Holy Grail: https://nyti.ms/2TaLE0S

Episode 120 - Women Focused Lens

Tue, 06 Aug 2019 00:55:05 -0000

C+ Comedy has officially moved! A new office in the second bedroom of an apartment is just what we needed to make things better. Chad talks Comedy Central's new show SOUTH SIDE; REFINERY29 becoming part of Vice; and new features on the Google Pixel 4!

Refinery29 could be bought by Vice: https://variety.com/2019/tv/news/vice-media-talks-acquire-millennial-media-refinery29-1203281915

Google Pixel 4's fave scan and gesture features: https://www.theverge.com/2019/7/29/8934770/google-pixel-4-face-unlock-project-soli-hand-motion-fingerprint-sensor

Episode 119 - 15 White Guys

Sat, 27 Jul 2019 12:57:20 -0000

With all this news, it's hard to keep newsing...news... I am so tired. Chad continues his march down the rabbit hole of berating streaming networks. Netflix cancels TUCA AND BERTIE and creator Lisa Hanawalt has some words for the streamer; CINEMAX may have a minimal amount of time left; LILY SINGH's new late night show has its writers but the LA TIMES points out that, again, late night lacks in women writers (and hosts and POC too); and more!

Tuca and Bertie cancelled: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/designated-survivor-tuca-bertie-canceled-at-netflix-1226830

Cinemax up in the air with loss of development: https://deadline.com/2019/07/future-of-cinemax-subscriber-loss-depackaging-casey-bloys-tca-1202653185/

Lily Singh’s late night show gets writers: https://www.vulture.com/2019/07/lilly-singh-late-night-show-premiere-date-writers-nbc.html

Women writers in late night: https://www.latimes.com/entertainment/tv/la-et-mn-late-night-movie-women-hosts-writers-20190612-story.html

Instagram getting rid of likes: https://www.theverge.com/2019/7/22/20699316/instagram-like-hiding-update-feedback-data-countries

Spotify's stance on the Green New Deal: https://www.npr.org/2019/07/25/745062630/the-green-new-deal-where-spotify-stands-and-where-artists-wish-it-would

Episode 118 - Big Little Lies, Big Little Problems

Fri, 19 Jul 2019 01:03:16 -0000

Chad is back on the futon to mess things up! On this, the eve of San Diego Comic Con, all the good news comes from last week. The EMMY nominations dropped and they're as white as ever! Everyone saw this coming. And BIG LITTLE LIES saw an upheaval creatively behind the scenes.

Emmy Nominations: https://deadline.com/2019/07/emmy-awards-nominees-2019-list-shows-nominations-1202646541/

Emmys decline in diversity: https://deadline.com/2019/07/emmys-diversity-acting-when-they-see-us-black-monday-rupauls-drag-race-pose-lgbtq-people-of-color-1202646769/

Disney's Granddaughter had choice words for current working conditions: https://news.yahoo.com/i-was-so-livid-disney-heiress-visits-theme-park-undercover-to-see-worker-conditions-093000722.html

FX+ ending: https://variety.com/2019/digital/news/fx-plus-shutdown-disney-1203265944/

Andrea Arnold says HBO took creative control over “Big Little Lies” season 2: https://www.indiewire.com/2019/07/big-little-lies-season-2-andrea-arnold-lost-creative-control-jean-marc-vallee-1202156884/

HBO stands behind “Big Little Lies” season 2: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/big-little-lies-director-drama-hbo-responds-season-2-report-1224152

Where “Big Little Lies” went wrong: https://variety.com/2019/tv/columns/big-little-lies-season-2-andrea-arnold-david-e-kelley-1203266474/

Episode 117 - I've Climbed Mountains

Sat, 13 Jul 2019 01:54:46 -0000

Chad has returned from his third ever vacation and he's packed with adventure stories to share with you! Plus, he's got some words about how modern movies like THE LION KING (2019) can look superb but also be very, super duper not so good. But what is "good" and "bad" anyway? Disney remakes, that's what...is...them.

Episode 116 - That's How People Get Me Too'ed

Thu, 04 Jul 2019 10:00:00 -0000

Chad's away on vacation this week but he made sure to record an episode of your favorite podcast. This week: the four great daily news podcasts. THE DAILY! UP FIRST! POST REPORTS! WSJ WHAT'S NEWS!

Episode 115 - Title It This Though

Fri, 28 Jun 2019 01:03:36 -0000

Pre-vacation Chad is the best Chad. Carefree and chalk full of things to talk about, our host returns to the desk wearing a shirt he might have worn in recent episodes. As for the topics: DC dumps VERTIGO in favor of a new string of comics; ONE DAY AT A TIME finds a home on POP TV; SPOTIFY says it paid too much money to artists and wants it all back; and hot EMMY takes from Variety.

DC kills Vertigo: https://io9.gizmodo.com/dc-comics-just-killed-its-vertigo-imprint-1835249469

“One Day At A Time” moves to Pop TV: https://www.thewrap.com/one-day-at-a-time-gets-fourth-season-at-pop-tv-following-netflix-cancellation/

Spotify says it paid artists too much and wants it's money back: https://www.engadget.com/2019/06/21/spotify-overpaid-royalties-songwriters-publishers-crb/

Emmy takes: https://variety.com/2019/tv/in-contention/amazon-prime-emmys-facebook-watch-screeners-1203250434/

Episode 114 - A Lot of Whom

Thu, 20 Jun 2019 09:00:00 -0000

Who would have thought that twice in one week, Chad would be talking about Vice? No one? Because they're not reading this part. Right right. Hey, we've got a handful of hot topics to cover. Let's get to it: BUZZFEED journalists walkout over union disputes; VICE sees a dramatic drop in web traffic; female driven BOOKSMART failed in the box office, can LATE NIGHT prevail?; and SAM BEE laments on being the only woman in late night.

Walkout at Buzzfeed over union dispute: https://www.vox.com/2019/6/17/18682131/buzzfeed-news-union-walkout

Dip in web traffic for Vice could be temporary: https://variety.com/2019/digital/news/vice-media-digital-makeover-triggers-traffic-slide-1203246670

"Booksmart" distribution failed the movie and other female comedies too: https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2019/06/booksmart-late-night-and-the-fate-of-the-female-fronted-comedy

Sam Bee's views on being the last woman in late night: https://variety.com/2019/tv/awards/samantha-bee-full-frontal-emmys-tbs-1203246477/

Episode 113 - Vice News Never

Tue, 18 Jun 2019 00:05:55 -0000

Another late episode has Chad covering just a single topic. He also goes over an incident at the Atlanta Braves game that doesn't put humanity in the greatest of light.

"Vice News Tonight" cancelled: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/hbo-cancels-vice-news-tonight-josh-tyrangiel-depart-1217028?utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium

Episode 112 - Rounding Praise

Sat, 08 Jun 2019 17:41:02 -0000

End your week with this hot piece of chic! Rhymes aren't Chad's strong suit. But he sure as heck can host a show. Just check out these hot topics (Hey, that should be a store or something!): layoffs at VICE...again; everybody wants to work with JJ ABRAMS; DC Universe's SWAMPTHING has been cancelled due to taxes; more!

More layoffs at Vice. Again: https://variety.com/2019/digital/news/vice-media-digital-editorial-staff-lays-off-1203232859/amp/

Abrams Mega Deal: https://variety.com/2019/tv/news/j-j-abrams-mega-deal-warner-bros-apple-1203234535/

Disney Launchpad: https://www.latimes.com/entertainment/movies/la-et-mn-disney-launchpad-shorts-incubator-diversity-directors-2019-story.html?outputType=amp

DC Univeres's Swamp Thing cancelled after one week, clerical error: https://www.comicbookmovie.com/other/swamp-thing-has-been-cancelled-by-dc-universe-less-than-a-week-after-it-premiered-a168800

Episode 111 - Basting Juices

Tue, 04 Jun 2019 00:38:45 -0000

Would you believe it if Chad forgot to do an episode last week? He didn't. Mostly. Here's this week's topics: changes at the TONIGHT SHOW; DISNEY remakes with people of color don't make the company woke; female reviewers are outnumbered; and the origins of/difference between creators and influencers thanks to YOUTUBE.

Google Assistant workers are treated poorly: https://nypost.com/2019/05/30/google-assistant-contractors-slam-company-as-white-collar-sweatshop/amp/

Jimmy Fallon's "Tonight Show" is unraveling: https://www.thedailybeast.com/jimmy-fallons-tonight-show-reportedly-in-trouble-as-ratings-plummet?ref=scroll

"Tonight Show" drops theme song: https://variety.com/2019/tv/news/jimmy-fallon-tonight-show-nbc-opening-credits-the-roots-1203227606/

Gaming disorder is real: https://www.who.int/news-room/detail/25-05-2019-world-health-assembly-update

Disney remakes don't equal equality: https://nyti.ms/2YRGZCS

Female film critic numbers dwindle: https://www.thewrap.com/female-film-critics-still-outnumbered-by-male-reviewers-almost-2-to-1-in-2019-study-says/

Creators vs Influencers: https://www.theatlantic.com/technology/archive/2019/05/how-creators-became-influencers/590725/

Episode 110 - Synergy Energy

Fri, 24 May 2019 13:16:48 -0000

Late night and I'm feeling so goooood! Back again, The Constitutionals is all about the brand. Desus and Mero reference aside, we've got a lot to cover. LIVE IN FRONT OF A STUDIO AUDIENCE makes big ratings for ABC and Emmy nominations for its actors; YOUTUBE also wants Emmy noms for WILL SMITH; DISNEY is looking to work HULU into its family; and AT&T is working on its place in the media world. The brand is strong in this episode. Dang it; I did it again!

Live In Front of a Studio Audience: Norman Lear's https://deadline.com/2019/05/all-in-the-family-the-jeffersons-spoilers-recap-review-jamie-foxx-masia-tomei-wanda-sykes-norman-lear-jimmy-kimmel-abc-1202620902/

Roku vs Amazon: https://www.thewrap.com/members/2019/05/21/roku-vs-amazon-the-battle-for-streaming-device-supremacy-heats-up-chart/

YouTube wants to get Will Smith an Emmy nomination: https://variety.com/2019/tv/awards/will-smith-youtube-emmy-nomination-submission-1203222890/amp/

Disney to make Hulu “broader:” https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/amp/news/what-expect-hulu-under-disneys-control-1212776

ATT's new place in the media: http://fortune.com/longform/att-media-company/

Disney remakes won’t stop: http://fortune.com/2019/05/22/disney-aladdin-lion-king-remakes/

Episode 109 - Cardioid B

Fri, 17 May 2019 09:45:01 -0000

Enjoy the dulcet tones of a seductive voice as Chad stays up late to record this episode. And maybe you'll be able to hear his white noise machine ;). Listen as he covers how tech IPOs like UBER and LYFT lose money before going public; female director numbers are going up (for pilots); the cancellations that came down last week; even more layoffs at DISNEY/FOX; the end of the CW and NETFLIX deal; and why TBS's diversification in genre could hurt the network.

The rich names behind the new tech based IPOs: https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2019/business/dealbook/ipo-investors.html?smtyp=cur&smid=tw-nytimes

Female directors thrive during pilot season: https://variety.com/2019/tv/news/pilot-season-female-directors-1203208245/

Brutal cancellations: https://deadline.com/2019/05/tv-cancellations-day-lethal-weapon-murphy-brown-black-friday-1202612195/

More layoffs at Disney/Fox: https://variety.com/2019/film/news/disney-fox-layoffs-1203216165/

CW and Netflix's streaming deal is off: https://deadline.com/2019/05/cw-netflix-deal-not-renewed-batwoman-nancy-drew-katy-keen-streaming-rights-1202615561/amp/

Adding dramas to lineup could hurt TBS: https://www.adweek.com/tv-video/after-honing-tbs-comedic-voice-warnermedia-risks-damaging-the-brand-by-adding-dramas/

Episode 108 - Verbal Twitter Argument

Thu, 09 May 2019 23:01:27 -0000

Sometimes, this show is produced so well it surprises me -- Chad White, the host of the show. Just kidding. Let's get into it. SINCLAIR buys the sports stations DISNEY adopted from FOX; SUPERSTORE and NBC helps women in the industry; E! cancels "BUSY TONIGHT" but perhaps it will live on elsewhere; and CBS thinks censoring "THE GOOD FIGHT" is a good idea. It's not. It's really not.

Sinclair buys sports stations from Disney: https://www.cnbc.com/2019/05/03/sinclair-to-reportedly-buy-disneys-sports-networks.html

“Superstore” and NBC’s push for female directors: https://mashable.com/article/superstore-cloud-green-female-forward-heather-jack/

“Busy Tonight” canceled by E!; to be shopped elsewhere: https://deadline.com/2019/05/e-cancels-busy-tonight-1202607831/

“The Good Fight” censored on CBS All Access: https://www.newyorker.com/culture/culture-desk/cbs-censors-the-good-fight-for-a-musical-short-about-china

Episode 107 - All You Need is Three

Thu, 02 May 2019 15:38:56 -0000

It's all about the ads today! While there are no ads in the show, we darn sure will cover the topic. SPOTIFY makes it to 100 million subs; HULU hits the 28 million sub mark; NETFLIX may have to start running ads; and advertising on TV is changing forever.

Spotify is the first to 100 million paid subs: https://www.theverge.com/2019/4/29/18522297/spotify-100-million-users-apple-music-podcasting-free-users-advertising-voice-speakers

Hulu has 28 million subs and new Marvel shows: https://www.cnbc.com/2019/05/01/hulu-announces-28-million-subscribers-new-marvel-shows.html

Netflix may have to run ads: https://www.cnbc.com/2019/04/29/netflix-will-have-no-choice-but-to-run-ads-industry-execs-say.html

Ads are coming back in a big way: https://variety.com/2019/tv/in-contention/upfronts-streaming-services-advertising-pause-ads-1203198280/

Episode 106 - Kiss The Microphone

Sat, 27 Apr 2019 02:34:21 -0000

Back in the closet, Chad returns to tell the tales of the stories he read this week. APEX LEGENDS may be negatively affecting EA's stock; also negative, the aftershocks of DISNEY buying FOX continue; SINEMIA goes the way of MoviePass; and streaming service bundles are on the way yet poised to fail.

Apex Legends interest falls, may affect EA stocks: https://variety.com/2019/gaming/news/apex-legends-ea-stock-1203194494/

Sinemia falls faster than MoviePass: https://www.engadget.com/2019/04/25/sinemia/

Disney kills Fox movies: https://www.slashfilm.com/disney-killing-fox-films/

Disney defends paying execs millions, others not much: https://www.indiewire.com/2019/04/disney-defends-pay-practices-responds-abigail-disney-1202127687/

Cheap streaming services are cannot exist, survive: https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2019/04/13/how-dream-cheap-streaming-television-became-pricey-complicated-mess/?utm_term=.623d1374cda8

Skinny bundles may not be the solution for streaming: https://variety.com/2019/digital/news/2019-cord-cutting-data-1203194387/

Episode 105 - Queens 99

Sat, 20 Apr 2019 17:16:00 -0000

Chad's cool two-parter ends with the feature stories he's been holding onto for two weeks!

WATCH the video version of this show on https://www.youtube.com/cpluscomedy

Joke Theft and F-Jerry: https://www.npr.org/sections/money/2019/04/06/710404524/episode-904-joke-theft

YouTube TV Price Hike: https://variety.com/2019/digital/news/youtube-tv-price-hike-50-dollars-discovery-1203185817/

Disney+: Pricing and details: https://variety.com/2019/digital/news/disney-plus-streaming-launch-date-pricing-1203187007/ Bundle with ESPN+ and Hulu: https://www.thewrap.com/members/2019/04/11/disney-will-likely-offer-hulu-disney-espn-bundle-for-discounted-rate/ Ad free: https://www.thewrap.com/members/2019/04/11/disney-will-be-ad-free-just-like-netflix/ The Simpsons heading there: https://deadline.com/2019/04/the-simpsons-disney-in-exclusive-svod-deal-1202594446/

Episode 104 - I Wish I Was Kidding

Sat, 20 Apr 2019 17:14:33 -0000

Chad returns after two weeks to give you two new episodes! This is part one of two that he recorded back to back.

First run movies in-home for $3,000: https://www.engadget.com/2019/04/08/red-carpet-films-first-run-movie-rentals

Digital music bad for the environment: https://www.billboard.com/articles/business/8506085/digital-music-consumption-greenhouse-gas-study

Ron Funches’s take on Netflix specials: https://www.thedailybeast.com/ron-funches-turned-down-netflix-for-comedy-central-you-dont-tell-me-what-comedy-is

Hasan Minhaj is doing more investigative journalism with “Patriot Act:” https://www.indiewire.com/2019/04/patriot-act-with-hasan-minhaj-dictators-netflix-emmys-fyc-1202056584/

FX gets off network rights to Family Guy and Bob’s Burgers: https://deadline.com/2019/04/fx-networks-nabs-off-network-rights-to-family-guy-bobs-burgers-fxx-to-share-family-guy-with-freeform-1202591604/

Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg’s Lionsgate deal is bad news for their Sony shows: https://news.avclub.com/future-man-gets-one-last-season-on-hulu-1833927577

Episode 103 - Sitcom Comedy

Fri, 05 Apr 2019 21:17:32 -0000

It’s a sad week for series finales and Chad is living in his feelings. Both YOU’RE THE WORST and CRAZY EX-GIRLFRIEND are leaving the airwaves for good. Meanwhile, JORDAN PEELE brings his new TWILIGHT ZONE to CBS ALL ACCESS and it’s passable but a slog. Then, Chad covers ONE DAY AT A TIME possibly getting revived on another streaming network; the DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE saving Netflix from the Oscars; and the WRITERS GUILD OF AMERICA’s fight against their agents.

Stephen Falk interview with The AV Club: https://tv.avclub.com/you-re-the-worst-creator-stephen-falk-on-the-show-s-emo-1833753830

One Day At A Time could go to CBS All Access: https://www.thewrap.com/one-day-at-a-time-in-limbo-how-netflix-could-prevent-a-cbs-all-access-revival/

YouTube knew about toxic videos, didn’t allow reporting: https://www.theverge.com/2019/4/2/18292530/youtube-toxic-conspiracy-video-employees-internal-report

DOJ steps in to protect Netflix from Oscars: https://variety.com/2019/politics/news/doj-oscar-rules-changes-netflix-1203178413/

Larry Wilmore: Black on the Air - The Writers Guild of America Fight With Travon Free https://art19.com/shows/larry-wilmore/episodes/d99240c1-f0b9-49b0-8a0f-b9903bea2ff9

Scriptnotes - Twenty Questions About the Agency Agreement https://johnaugust.com/2019/twenty_questions

Episode 102 - The Apple Cartel

Thu, 28 Mar 2019 16:20:30 -0000

Podcasting never felt so good. Except for all the sniffles. Chad is stung up by spring allergies but not even a stuffy nose can stop him. Except when it hinders his sleep. Then he's stopped. This week's topics include the TONIGHT SHOW shooting an entire episode with the Samsung Galaxy S10+; YOUTUBE exiting the premium TV game; and a lengthy discussion about APPLE's foray into subscription streaming, news and gaming services. Also, neti pots don't work. I hate them.

Entire episode of Tonight Show shot with Samsung S10: https://variety.com/2019/tv/news/samsung-jimmy-fallon-tonight-show-advertising-nbc-1203171092/

All new Apple services (News+, TV+): https://www.npr.org/2019/03/25/706513097/apple-debuts-streaming-video-payment-card-and-news-subscription-services

Apple News+ is a bad deal for publishers: https://www.theverge.com/platform/amp/2019/3/26/18281465/apple-news-wall-street-journal-deal

YouTube makes up 40% of mobile web traffic: https://9to5google.com/2019/03/22/youtube-mobile-web-traffic-report/

YouTube officially out of streaming: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2019-03-24/youtube-bows-out-of-hollywood-arms-race-with-netflix-and-amazon

Episode 101 - One Cancellation at a Time

Thu, 21 Mar 2019 08:00:00 -0000

Fresh off of finally doing some work on a set, Chad takes to the mic to discuss topics no one cares about. These include HULU's PEN15 and SHRILL -- two obscenely funny shows about women working their way to power. One is about two 30 year olds playing teenage versions of themselves while the other is about a fat female writer struggling to fit in to a skinny world. Also on the docket: GOOGLE FIBER bowing out of a city it started in; LILY SINGH getting a late night show on NBC; SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE being accused of stealing two sketches; NETFLIX cancelling the greatest show on the platform -- ONE DAY AT A TIME -- and the reason behind all of the recent cancellations of shows with three seasons. Boy, is it a doozy.

The bad side of Google Fiber and abandoned projects: https://gizmodo.com/when-google-fiber-abandons-your-city-as-a-failed-experi-1833244198

Lily Singh taking Carson Daly’s time slot: https://variety.com/2019/tv/news/lilly-singh-nbc-talk-show-a-little-late-1203164007/

SNL accused of stealing two sketches from NY comedy team: https://variety.com/2019/tv/news/saturday-night-live-accused-plagiarizing-1203163172/

“One Day At A Time” canceled: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/one-day-at-a-time-canceled-at-netflix-1194776

The reason Netflix cancels shows: https://deadline.com/2019/03/netflix-tv-series-cancellations-strategy-one-day-at-a-time-1202576297/

Episode 100 - Let's Rethink That

Thu, 14 Mar 2019 08:00:00 -0000

Chad returns to the futon for this: a very special episode of The Constitutionals EPISODE 100! Yes. There are 100 of these things — each worse than the last. But Chad’s trying really hard, he promises. Before he gets to the topics, our host talks about a sudden death in his friend circle. Then he talks about COMEDY CENTRAL’s new YouTube channel; ANNAPURNA PICTURES losing money on every movie it put out in 2018 except for one; the reselling of digital music; SPOTIFY’s big issue with royalty increases and the streamer’s antitrust case in the EU against APPLE.

Comedy Central’s new YouTube channel: https://variety.com/2019/digital/news/comedy-central-originals-youtube-channel-1203156170/

Annapurna lost a lot of money in 2018: https://www.indiewire.com/2019/03/annapurna-lost-15-million-vice-beale-street-1202050782/

News Time - A24 does A+ work!: https://youtu.be/fba3yTvsQj0

News Time - The OTHER indie studios to watch out for!: https://youtu.be/pPEmbrotHX4

Is the resale of digital music coming?: https://www.billboard.com/articles/business/8501200/supreme-court-will-be-asked-to-permit-resales-of-digital-music-files

Streamers appeal court judgement over royalties increase: https://variety.com/2019/music/news/spotify-google-and-pandora-go-to-u-s-appeals-court-to-overturn-royalty-increase-exclusive-1203157697/

Spotify responds to its position on royalty increase: https://variety.com/2019/biz/news/spotify-responds-to-royalty-appeal-criticism-were-not-suing-songwriters-1203160351/

Spotify’s antitrust case against Apple: https://www.theverge.com/2019/3/13/18263453/spotify-apple-app-store-antitrust-complaint-ec-30-percent-cut-unfair

Episode 99 - Issue a Tweet

Thu, 07 Mar 2019 10:00:00 -0000

Clad in jeans and his favorite flannel, Chad takes to the mic to cover the topics he loves. JASON WITTEN returns to the Cowboys; EA and BioWare's ANTHEM crashes PS4s; STEVEN SPIELBERG craps on Netflix's Oscar win; and DISNEY trying to gain controlling shares of HULU and 4,000 job casualties of the DISNEY/FOX merger are imminent. Chad's got so much free time on his hands. Too much time. Oh God, someone help him!

Jason Witten returns to the Cowboys: http://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/26104542/witten-return-cowboys-leaving-mnf-booth

Unretired NFL players: http://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/26105047/the-un-retired-nfl-all-stars-jason-witten-joins-list

Other sports stars that came out of retirement: https://www.cheatsheet.com/sports/athletes-couldnt-stay-retired.html/

Anthem bricks consoles: https://kotaku.com/anthem-players-say-the-game-is-shutting-down-and-even-s-1833039161

Spielberg craps on Netflix: https://news.avclub.com/steven-spielberg-is-gunning-to-make-sure-netflix-never-1833005033

Netflix responds: https://www.bbc.com/news/newsbeat-47438311

Disney trying to acquire WarnerMedia’s 10% of Hulu: https://variety.com/2019/digital/news/disney-att-hulu-talks-acquire-stake-1203151292/

Fox employees ready for Disney empire by running away: https://variety.com/2019/film/news/fox-disney-merger-transition-employees-1203154866/

Episode 98 - Periods R Good

Thu, 28 Feb 2019 09:00:00 -0000

As Dr. Dre once rapped, Chad has "been in the lab with a pen and a pad!" Except everything said on this show is completely made up! Not the news parts, those are real. Chad skims over the OSCARS and mostly craps on "Green Book;" DESUS & MERO's new Showtime show (also titled "Desus & Mero" like their Viceland show); high priced APPLE recognizing its high prices; and working as a mom in the broadcast news!

Oscars winners: https://oscar.go.com/news/winners/oscar-winners-2019-live-updates-to-come

Apple COO recognizes Apple’s high prices: https://appleinsider.com/articles/19/02/24/apple-coo-jeff-williams-says-he-is-aware-of-iphone-mac-price-concerns

Being a mom in television news: https://www.theatlantic.com/family/archive/2018/12/motherhood-television-news-difficult/576913/

Baby Reporters: https://www.11alive.com/video/life/family/baby-reporters-behind-alive/85-2566804

Episode 97 - Daddy Bezos

Fri, 22 Feb 2019 00:12:32 -0000

Big things are happening and Chad's back recording in the car. Only one of those is true. Do you like movies? Because this whole episode is about movies. Most of it any way. Our boy covers the whole, terrible JUSSIE SMOLLETT situation; the ACADEMY's tumultuous road through the 2019 award season; and how head of AMAZON STUDIOS JENNIFER SALKE plans on making the video service number one.

Jussie Smollett timeline: https://www.thewrap.com/how-chicago-pd-caught-jussie-smollett-staged-attack-timeline/

The Academy says it will air all of the awards: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/behind-screen/academy-reverses-decision-will-air-all-oscars-categories-live-1187338

Academy drops non-famous people: https://news.avclub.com/the-latest-to-get-booted-from-the-oscars-ceremony-all-1832705104

Jennifer Salke's plans for Amazon vs Netflix: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/amazon-chief-jennifer-salke-unveils-film-plan-battle-netflix-30-movies-a-year-q-a-1187597

Amazon's Sundance deals: https://deadline.com/2019/02/jennifer-salke-amazon-studios-film-future-sundance-deals-alexandria-ocasio-cortez-1202559626/

Episode 96 - We'll Give It To Ya, Baby!

Thu, 14 Feb 2019 09:00:00 -0000

Guess who's back? Back in the studio! Chad is back! Tell...no one? Finally returning to the studio, Chad plants his tiny waist on the futon to stumble through a handful of topics. THE LEGO MOVIE: THE SECOND PART didn't do too hot at the box office; FX must do something about its show output in the streaming era; TIVO isn't the ad killer we all thought it was; and female led films took a bite out of the 2018 release slate.

Stay tuned to the end of the show to hear a never-berfore-heard clip from comedian Greg Stone's comedy album, THE AMAZING GREG STONE!

LEGO Movie 2 didn’t perform well: https://variety.com/2019/film/box-office/lego-movie-2-box-office-fell-short-1203134695/

FX needs to confront streaming: https://variety.com/2019/voices/columns/fx-streaming-disney-column-1203137447/

DVR’s aren’t ad killers: https://www.engadget.com/2019/02/11/dvr-time-shifting-not-ad-killer/

Films with Female Leads Tick Upwards: https://variety.com/2019/film/news/female-minority-leads-study-movies-1203136914/

Episode 95 - Podcasting Slate

Fri, 08 Feb 2019 01:26:57 -0000

The Super Bowl was in Atlanta this year and Chad got a chance to go to the game. He had a blast! Some other stuff happened this week too like AMBER RUFFIN scoring a pilot on NBC; DISNEY's move into streaming; THE SIMPSONS getting renewed; robot journalists; and SPOTIFY making money moves.

Amber Ruffin pilot on NBC: https://variety.com/2019/tv/news/nbc-village-gazette-pilot-presentation-amber-ruffin-1203126261/

Disney’s move into streaming: https://variety.com/2019/biz/features/disney-plus-streaming-plans-bob-iger-1203120734/

The Simpsons renewed for seasons 31 and 32: https://deadline.com/2019/02/the-simpsons-renewed-seasons-31-32-fox-1202550894/

Robot reporters: https://nyti.ms/2UJq7w1

Spotify to purchase Gimlet: https://www.engadget.com/2019/02/02/spotify-gimlet-purchase/

Spotify is finally profitable: https://www.theverge.com/2019/2/6/18214331/spotify-earnings-financial-announcement-profits-music-streaming-podcast

Spotify is a multi-audio-media giant: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/06/business/dealbook/spotify-gimlet-anchor-podcasts.html

Episode 94 - Woo Woo, Clap Clap

Thu, 31 Jan 2019 23:37:41 -0000

Boom clap! The sound of your (podcast) app! The talking goes on and on and on and on and! Coming to you from [REDACTED LOCATION] -- close to [REDACTED LOCATION] -- Chad is breaking all the rules in order to drop this show like it's hot. In a hurried manner, our boy covers NBC and The Rock's TITAN GAMES; CONAN's new half hour format; BUZZFEED laying off 15% of its workforce; Fox's terrible decision to air the terrible RENT: LIVE; and ABC's The Goldberg's spinoff, SCHOOLED, and why it's a show that was gentrified from its original premise. All that only on- Did you hear that?! Someone's coming! Gotta blast!

Check out part of Chad's interview with RON FUNCHES at the end! It should be up on the site by the end of the week! Exclamation points!

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Episode 93 - Dark Pheenus

Thu, 24 Jan 2019 09:00:00 -0000

Not even rain or being forced to record in the car (again) can stop this bad boy of podcasting! Chad returns to the mic to discuss a litany of topics including what will happen to THE SIMPSONS after the DISNEY/FOX merger and all those OSCAR nominations. Plus, Chad tries to avoid eye contact with the large amount of people that walk by his car as he talks to himself. What else is new?!

The Simpsons post- Disney/Fox Merger: https://variety.com/2019/biz/news/simpsons-disney-fox-acquisition-1203113195/

Lee Unkrich leaving Pixar: https://deadline.com/2019/01/lee-unkrich-leaves-pixar-coco-toy-story-3-director-1202537883/

New Mutants movie delayed again, might go to Hulu: https://comicbook.com/marvel/2019/01/20/the-new-mutants-x-men-delayed-hulu-fox/

Steven Soderbergh's next movie for Netflix: https://www.indiewire.com/2019/01/high-flying-bird-trailer-steven-soderbergh-iphone-netflix-1202035865/

Oscar nominations: https://deadline.com/2019/01/oscar-nominations-2019-academy-award-nominees-list-1202538943/

Nominations by studio: https://www.thewrap.com/oscar-nominations-by-numbers-fox-searchlight-netflix/

Snubs: https://variety.com/2019/film/news/oscar-nominations-the-15-biggest-snubs-and-surprises-1203113968/

Episode 92 - The Life Moves So Fast

Fri, 18 Jan 2019 18:30:59 -0000

A whole slew of news chewed its way into the zeitgeist this week. Chad dissects them all one by one by one by one by- you get the picture. Topics include the HULU and NETFLIX FYRE FESTIVAL documentaries that made their way onto the services within a few days of each other; streaming becoming just as pricey as cable; NBCUNIVERSAL heavily hinting about their upcoming streaming service; CBS FILMS disbanding and a focus on streaming; VIACOM laying off PARAMOUNT NETWORK staffers; and VICELAND's new two hour variety show and how it's a last hurrah for the network.

CBS Films folding, focus on streaming: https://variety.com/2019/film/news/cbs-films-folded-streaming-content-1203106121/

NBCU wants "The Office" back from Netflix, aims for streaming service: https://www.slashfilm.com/nbcuniversal-streaming-service/#more-530440

Streaming is getting pricier than cable: https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2019/01/streaming-tv-costs-rise-as-more-companies-enter-the-market

Hulu beats Netflix to punch with Fyre Festival doc: https://www.theringer.com/tv/2019/1/14/18182477/hulu-fyre-festival-documentary-released-netflix-copy

The two Fyre Festival docs review: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/review/fyre-fyre-fraud-review-1175860

Viacom lays off staffers: https://variety.com/2019/tv/news/viacom-paramount-network-layoffs-1203109197/

Viceland's new daily 2 hour show: https://www.thewrap.com/viceland-vice-live-primetime-variety-show/

Episode 91 - Before We Get Started

Sat, 12 Jan 2019 00:03:05 -0000

Chad's back in the car for this week's episode. This time, he's parked outside of a coffee shop he just went to. Also there is a dog park. Nevertheless, he persisted. Plus: HULU reaches 25 millions subscribers; ROKU's stock hits new highs (after some lows); and NETFLIX's most watched shows aren't the ones it owns...which means, once the contracts are up, the streamer is going to be in trouble. You're going to be in trouble if you don't listen to this episode, dang it!

Hulu has 25 million subs: https://deadline.com/2019/01/hulu-25-million-subscribers-up-48-percent-1202531129/

Roku stock skyrockets: https://www.thewrap.com/roku-stock-rockets-twenty-five-percent-on-massive-streaming-hours/

Netflix doesn't own any of its top streamed shows: https://www.vox.com/culture/2019/1/7/18166911/netflix-friends-the-office-crisis

Episode 90 - Thank You For Much

Thu, 03 Jan 2019 20:20:01 -0000

Chad begins 2019 by giving the gift of bonus episode of The Constitutionals (or regular episode if he was able to get the last one out on time. He covers so many topics like MICKEY MOUSE becoming part of the public domain; ROKU's streaming service sounding like APPLE's; and NETFLIX no longer selling subscriptions via iTUNES. Plus way more. Too much more? Yeah, that sounds right. Chad missed doing this show.

Michael Pachter's rant on Disney's streaming service vs Netflix: https://twitter.com/michaelpachter/status/1080191495297069057

Matthew Ball's article: https://redef.com/original/how-the-paradox-of-the-phrase-original-series-explains-the-video-industry-netflix-misunderstandings-pt-4

Mickey Mouse is now public domain: https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2019/01/a-whole-years-worth-of-works-just-fell-into-the-public-domain/

Roku streaming service to include Showtime, Starz and Epix: https://www.cnbc.com/2019/01/02/roku-channel-gets-premium-subscriptions.html

Netflix wants viewers to stop the "Bird Box Challenge:" https://techcrunch.com/2019/01/02/netflix-pleads-with-people-to-stop-doing-the-bird-box-challenge/

Netflix stops selling subscriptions through iTunes: https://www.businessinsider.com/netflix-stops-itunes-billing-cuts-256-million-apple-revenue-stream-2019-1

Episode 89 - A Break, At Some Point

Mon, 31 Dec 2018 22:16:55 -0000

This very late episode of this podcast is also the last of 2018! Listen as Chad shares his favorite new comedy shows, movies, and podcasts from the past year. He's got good taste. He so does! Shut up!

Episode 88 - That's The Whole Joke

Wed, 19 Dec 2018 22:09:59 -0000

With some free time on his hands, Chad sneaks away to see CREED II. He gushes about how good the series is. Plus: YouTube Premium's CHAMPAIGN ILL starring Adam Pally and Sam Richardson is good fun; A BAD MOM'S CHRISTMAS and DADDY'S HOME 2 are straight garbage; and details on CONAN O'BRIEN's new half hour series. Finally, CHANNING DUNGEY is joining Netflix after abruptly leaving ABC as President; FX NETWORKS said about 500 original shows aired in 2018; and there's sexual allegations being thrown in FRANKIE SHAW's corner on the set of the Showtime show SMILF.

Details for Conan O'Brien's new show: https://www.pastemagazine.com/articles/2018/12/conan-obriens-new-half-hour-talk-show-has-a-premie.html

Channing Dungey joins Netflix (Is Netflix making up positions?): https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/channing-dungey-officially-joins-netflix-as-vp-originals-1169992

500 scripted shows in 2018, not yet peak TV: https://www.vulture.com/2018/12/peak-tv-scripted-originals-2018.html

Trouble on SMILF set: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/smilf-creator-frankie-shaw-investigated-misconduct-claims-1170077?utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=THR%20Breaking%20News_now_2018-12-17%2012:11:40_ehayden&utm_term=hollywoodreporter_breakingnews

Episode 87 - Go Rate Yourself

Thu, 13 Dec 2018 20:07:16 -0000

So much is going on this week so Chad gets right to it. Not even a little foreplay there, bud? That's your favorite part! HULU and AT&T are bringing more ads (???) to their services but not in the traditional way. Speaking of AT&T, they're raising the price of online cable offering DIRECTV NOW. Also, working at NPR as a temp is stressful and “exploitative.” And, again speaking on the previous topic, we're getting a WAIT WAIT DON'T TELL ME show from NBCU! Maybe. It's been tried before.

Plus: Chad finally saw DEATH OF STALIN after renting it twice; the CW's ELSEWORLDS crossover of the Arrowverse shows was exceptional but CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS will be f-ing bonkers; and NAILED IT HOLIDAY is a great addition to the Nailed It franchise.

More commercials for Hulu during "binge breaks" https://www.slashfilm.com/streaming-commercials/

DirecTV Now price raise: https://www.multichannel.com/news/att-looks-to-reposition-directv-now

Working at NPR as a temp is stressful: https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/style/at-npr-an-army-of-temps-resents-a-workplace-full-of-anxiety-and-insecurity/2018/12/07/32e49632-f35b-11e8-80d0-f7e1948d55f4_story.html?utm_term=.f74b80bb2428

Wait Wait Don't Tell Me TV show at NBCU: https://deadline.com/2018/12/wait-wait-dont-tell-me-npr-tv-wilshire-studios-storied-media-1202517639/

Episode 86 - I Charted

Wed, 05 Dec 2018 23:58:27 -0000

Chad returns to doing one podcast because he didn't get the job at WABE. He's over it. No, you shut up! Plus: sexy horror movie CAM! And how one WBUR producer made it to the top of the charts using not so savory methods.

Gaming the podcast charts:

https://www.theverge.com/2018/11/29/18097381/apple-podcast-charts-click-farm-advertiser-revenue

Episode 85 - Dare Say I

Thu, 29 Nov 2018 02:03:45 -0000

Chad's in another weird place (physically) again as he records this episode in his car. Is this what having a real job is like? Also on the show: JASON MANTZOUKAS in THE LONG DUMB ROAD; the bubbly and treacherous SHE-RA AND THE PRINCESSES OF POWER; and ESPN+'s late night meets sports news show ALWAYS LATE WITH KATIE NOLAN. Plus: Chad's hybrid car model -- CHEVY VOLT -- has been outmoded. And YOUTUBE PREMIUM is going freemium less than a year after rebranding.

The death of the Volt: https://jalopnik.com/general-motors-may-kill-the-chevrolet-volt-1830653844

YouTube shows free: https://www.thewrap.com/youtube-to-make-all-of-its-original-content-available-for-free/

Episode 84 - Live From the Bathroom

Thu, 22 Nov 2018 02:58:45 -0000

Chad's recording this episode in his bathroom for a number of reasons - one of them being he's psychotic. This week, he covers ABC's THE KIDS ARE ALRIGHT; ABC passing on THE MIDDLE spinoff; BILL MAHER'S comments on STAN LEE'S death; SONY skipping E3 2019; and seeing CONAN O'BRIEN at the Tabernacle in Atlanta. Chad's a huge Cone-head (a fanbase he may have just made up) so it was a treat to be mere feet from his hero. Also, Conan has a new podcast called CONAN O'BRIEN NEEDS A FRIEND. It's smashing. Plus, a special video (watching) segment from 2 Buffoons!

ABC passes on "The Middle" spin off https://variety.com/2018/tv/news/abc-passes-the-middle-spinoff-eden-sher-1203035087/

Bill Maher on Stan Lee, Stan Lee's company responds https://www.comicbookmovie.com/comics/marvel_comics/stan-lees-pow-entertainment-responds-to-bill-mahers-vile-comments-about-the-comic-creators-death-a164845

Sony skipping E3 2019 https://kotaku.com/sony-pulls-out-of-e3-2019-1830474052

Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend https://www.earwolf.com/show/conan-obrien/

2 Buffoons newest video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Ksfiki5MtM

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Episode 83 - Can't Get Enough of that Disney Stuff

Wed, 14 Nov 2018 22:18:53 -0000

Chad is in all types of feels this week as the temperature cools down. Wearing one of his trademark cardigans, he digs into a bunch of topics including: the DETECTIVE PIKACHU trailer and how Ryan Reynolds is 100% miscast as the talking Pikachu; more on E!'s BUSY TONIGHT late night show from BUSY PHILLIPS and how it compares to Netflix's PATRIOT ACT from HASAN MINHAJ; HBO and Sky Atlantic's SALLY4EVER; and DISNEY's plans for HULU when the Fox acquisition is done with.

Detective Pikachu trailer https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=93&v=1roy4o4tqQM

Disney plans investment in Hulu, more originals https://www.theverge.com/2018/11/9/18079218/disney-hulu-original-series-international-bob-iger-fox

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Episode 82 - Another Nashville Barn Wedding

Wed, 07 Nov 2018 22:08:11 -0000

It was a wedding weekend for Chad as he journeyed up to Nashville, again, for another wedding. You'll never guess the venue. Plus: YOUTUBE PREMIUM is out of the top streaming services; BREAKING BAD might probably get a movie; WALKING DEAD plans a movie universe; and JJ ABRAMS is looking for a lot of money for a megadeal.

YouTube Premium https://www.thewrap.com/slingtv-cbs-all-access-among-top-10-streaming-services-in-the-us/

Breaking Bad Movie https://www.slashfilm.com/breaking-bad-movie-jesse-pinkman/

Walkind Dead Universe https://deadline.com/2018/11/andrew-lincoln-rick-grimes-films-the-walking-dead-universe-amc-series-exit-1202495796/

JJ Abrams Megadeal https://variety.com/2018/film/news/j-j-abrams-overall-deals-studios-1203018338/

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Episode 81 - New Netflix No Nos

Wed, 31 Oct 2018 21:22:13 -0000

Chad met Hank Azaria and no one cares! But he loves The Simpsons so he's bragging about it all over the place. Take that, listeners! Plus: he finally watched MANIFEST and THE FIRST. Turns out they're really good. Chad also covers that film pitch he gave. And he covers Hasan Minhaj's PATRIOT ACT, a fantastic news show on Netflix that he hopes will stick around. Finally, working at Netflix may not be the best.

Working at Netflix is bad https://www.slashfilm.com/working-at-netflix/

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Episode 80.5 - Ryan Singer

Thu, 25 Oct 2018 21:52:45 -0000

Chad sits down with comedian Ryan Singer to talk about his latest album, "Free Love," and how he changed his comedy after finding a place of complacency.

Download "Free Love" for FREE here: http://ryansingercomedy.com/

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Episode 80 - mid2018s

Wed, 24 Oct 2018 22:11:09 -0000

Chad's had a busy week so he didn't prepare much for this episode. He worked on the set of an indie film; did some background work on a show and pitched a film. You'll never guess which one he forgets to talk about (hint: it's the last one). But he saw MID90'S for free thanks to a24! And he talks about Netflix cancelling Marvel shows even though he doesn't watch them.

Netflix canceling Marvel shows

https://deadline.com/2018/10/luke-cage-cancelled-marvel-netflx-mike-colter-cheo-hodari-coker-1202486487/

Other Marvel shows could be in danger

https://comicbook.com/marvel/2018/10/23/marvels-netflix-shows-cancelled-social-media-impressions/

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Episode 79 - Cleared My Mouth Off Mic

Wed, 17 Oct 2018 21:26:22 -0000

Chad talks about the out of this world casting on CBS's THE NEIGHBORHOOD and HAPPY TOGETHER...and how not funny the shows are. They cover simple multicam sitcom tropes but don't do anything new with it. Classic CBS. In the second half, Chad discusses Warner Media's new streaming service set for late 2019.

Warner Media streaming service https://deadline.com/2018/10/warnermedia-launching-direct-to-consumer-streaming-service-in-fourth-quarter-of-2019-1202480224/

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Episode 78 - Simply Conan

Wed, 10 Oct 2018 21:14:15 -0000

CONAN O'BRIEN had his last hour long show last week and Chad will miss it dearly. But he also understands this will free Coco up to do more weird things when he switches to a half hour format in early 2019. Plus, Chad saw A STAR IS BORN. He loved it! And BIG MOUTH returns. He still loves that show! And nothing else happens!

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Episode 77 - The Disrespectful Death of Martin Riggs

Wed, 03 Oct 2018 20:31:51 -0000

Doing multiple podcasts has Chad burning the midnight oil. He talks about how his daily podcast, THE APPLICATION, is getting harder to make. But he will continue making it until WABE hires him! Plus: NBC's I FEEL BAD; ABC's SINGLE PARENTS; THE MUMMY (2017) looks good but is very not good; and RAMPAGE was good fun. Then he covers what was wrong with the way LETHAL WEAPON dispatched of Clayne Crawford's Martin Riggs. And a shoutout to FORZA HORIZON 4.

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Episode 76 - Telltale's Tall Tales

Wed, 26 Sep 2018 21:54:30 -0000

Chad talks about his latest podcast venture -- THE APPLICATION -- where he tries to get hired by WABE. It's going decently. Then he covers THE PREDATOR; EGO NWODIM joining SNL; KENAN THOMPSON'S new NBC series and possible SNL exit; APPLE'S unwillingness to have sex or violence in their new shows; and the abrupt closure of video game studio TELLTALE.

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Ego Nwodum joins SNL https://deadline.com/2018/09/saturday-night-live-ego-nwodim-cast-featured-player-writers-alan-linic-alison-gates-eli-mandel-and-bowen-yang-1202469024/

Kenan Thompson new sitcom https://deadline.com/2018/09/kenan-thompson-star-saving-larry-single-dad-comedy-nbc-lorne-michaels-jackie-clarke-production-commitment-snl-exit-1202469141/

Apple says no sex and violence for shows http://www.ign.com/articles/2018/09/24/apple-reportedly-cites-sex-and-violence-as-inappropriate-for-its-upcoming-tv-shows

Telltale shuts down https://kotaku.com/telltale-employees-left-stunned-by-company-closure-no-1829272139

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Episode 75 - Easter Sunday Uncle

Wed, 19 Sep 2018 23:00:00 -0000

Chad was an extra on a TV show and he won't shut up about it. But he can't give you the details right now. He watched Fred Armisen and Maya Rudolph in FOREVER on Amazon Prime. Plus, BOJACK HORSEMAN is back. He doesn't spend much time on either topic as he moves onto an HBO Exec calls Netflix the Walmart of streaming services; CONAN OBRIEN's LATE NIGHT archive going up next year; and MIKEY DAY, ALEX MOFFAT and MELISSA VILLASENOR getting promoted on Saturday Night Live. He also talks about other stuff he forgot about while writing this description.

HBO Exec calls Netflix the Walmart of streaming services: https://www.slashfilm.com/hbo-head-calls-netflix-the-walmart-of-streaming-services/

Conan archive http://www.ign.com/articles/2018/09/13/conan-obriens-massive-late-night-archive-will-soon-be-available-online

Day, Moffat and Melissa get promoted http://www.vulture.com/2018/09/snl-season-44-day-villaseor-and-moffat-get-promotions.html

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Episode 74 - Fast Twitch Stuff

Wed, 12 Sep 2018 19:22:55 -0000

Chad's thinking of changing gyms. He spends what some would describe as too long talking about his latest options. Then he covers the One Music Festival and the noise pollution it created; PAUL MCCARTNEY's new album, EGYPT STATION; discovering GRETA VAN FLEET; the CREATIVE ARTS EMMY winners; GOOD MORNING AMERICA's new afternoon hour; GWYNETH PALTROW's GOOP lying about their vagina eggs; HENRY CAVILL leaving the DC movie universe and why DC doesn't need a connected movie universe in the first place.

Creative Emmy winners: https://variety.com/2018/tv/news/creative-arts-emmy-winers-game-of-thrones-versace-1202932370/

GMA Afternoon: https://variety.com/2018/tv/news/michael-strahan-sara-haines-gma-day-good-morning-america-1202929220/amp/

GOOP lied about vagina eggs: https://jezebel.com/goop-has-to-pay-145-000-for-lying-to-consumers-about-t-1828823834

Henry Cavil out as Superman https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/henry-cavill-as-superman-warner-bros-dc-universe-shake-up-1142306?utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=THR%20Breaking%20News_2018-09-12%2006:55:00_ehayden&utm_term=hollywoodreporter_breakingnews

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Episode 73 - To Where The Houses Are

Wed, 05 Sep 2018 20:07:38 -0000

There's so much to talk about this week that Chad didn't write down much to talk about. He tells two stories about run ins with not-so-homeless people; discusses which sitcoms have their characters depicting their jobs the best; how he used to not understand on location shooting; and how he doesn't want to relate to superheroes. Plus some other stuff!

Watch the video version of this show on YouTube.com/cpluscomedy!

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Episode 72 - Murder on the ESPN Morning Show Express

Wed, 29 Aug 2018 21:05:32 -0000

In this week's packed episode, Chad covers DREW MICHAEL's novel new HBO special; how self-congratulatory MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS is; Jimmy Kimmel's response to Megyn Kelly's pointed comments about the Oscars ratings; ESPN retools GET UP and gets rid of JEMELE HILL for good. Plus, more personal stories about Chad's past!

Kimmel on Megyn Kelly https://www.salon.com/2018/08/23/late-night-host-jimmy-kimmel-says-megyn-kelly-probably-wont-make-it-to-the-end-of-the-year-on-nbc/me

Get Up gets retooled https://variety.com/2018/tv/news/espn-shake-up-get-up-morning-tv-1202916837/

Jemele Hill and ESPN part ways, "amicable" https://deadspin-com.cdn.ampproject.org/v/s/deadspin.com/espns-gutless-future-will-not-include-jemele-hill-1828610204/amp?usqp=mq331AQECAFQAQ%3D%3D&_js_v=0.1#referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com&_tf=From%20%251%24s&share=https%3A%2F%2Fdeadspin.com%2Fespns-gutless-future-will-not-include-jemele-hill-1828610204

Watch EMMA WILLMANN'S Netflix special on THE COMEDY LINEUP out August 31st! And ALLISON RASKIN'S GOSSIP podcast on Stitcher!

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Episode 71 - Crazy Rich Klansman

Wed, 22 Aug 2018 23:43:12 -0000

Mere minutes after starting the recording of this episode, Audition crashed. But Chad didn't notice until he finished the episode...40 minutes later. So he immediately sat down and recorded another episode. This is that episode. Following last week's events, Chad went on a tour of Mercedes Benz Stadium; watched "JUMANJI: WELCOME TO THE JUNGLE;" praises "CRAZY RICH ASIANS" and "BLACKKKLANSMAN;" criticizes "DISENCHANTMENT;" and decides who the best friend group is out of NEW GIRL, HAPPY ENDINGS, CHEERS and of course FRIENDS. Finally, he covers the cancellations of MICHELLE WOLF and JOEL MCHALE'S Netflix chat shows. Again. For the second time today. Audition is trash.

Michelle Wolf and Joel Mchale cancelled: https://variety.com/2018/tv/news/michelle-wolf-joel-mchale-tnetflix-1202909399/

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Episode 70 - Wallowing in the Disco

Wed, 15 Aug 2018 21:58:50 -0000

Time for an honesty check: Chad is sad. But he's allowing himself to live within the sadness. It's probably healthy. Maybe it's not. He really didn't want to do this today. He spent the night watching seven episodes of YOU'RE THE WORST and other romcoms. Plus he covers the penultimate season of VOLTRON. And he made a call to the YO, IS THIS RACIST? podcast. The he covers why celebrity chef restaurants are failing.

Celebrity chef owned restaurants are doing poorly:

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2018-08-08/the-twilight-of-the-celebrity-tv-chef

This episode of The Constitutionals is brought to you by THE COMEDY LINEUP featuring Emma Willmann. Watch it on Netflix on AUGUST 31ST.

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Episode 69 - Goodbye Gethard

Wed, 08 Aug 2018 23:24:47 -0000

Chad talks about two very serious topics this week neither of which are the GAME OF THRONES castle going up for sale. He definitely talks about that though. For a cool $646,000 it can be yours! Next up, THE CHRIS GETHARD SHOW is gone for good. Gethard announced the news on Facebook. Chad's a wreck! And finally, IGN fired their Nintendo editor for plagiarism. Chad talks about why that shouldn't be a black mark on the entire company.

This week's episode is brought to you by EMMA WILLMANN's standup special from THE COMEDY LINEUP on Netflix. Watch it on August 31!

LINKS:

Game of Thrones castle up for sale: https://www.eonline.com/news/956672/this-game-of-thrones-castle-could-be-yours-for-about-656-000

The Chris Gethard Show is dead forever: https://www.facebook.com/groups/GethHeads/permalink/1849028011852091/

IGN fires Filip Miucin: https://t.co/h3ORoJQsDX?amp=1

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Episode 68 - Skyscraper: Impossible

Wed, 01 Aug 2018 21:25:58 -0000

Chad saw two movies so you know what that means! He recounts every scene of "Skyscraper" and douses "Mission Impossible 6: Fallout" with praise. Chad also recounts a wedding in Chattanooga he went to two weeks ago and not being recognized by someone he's hung out with more than a few times. Then he talks about a lady from from a grad party he went to who was as racist as she was a sexual predator. Finally, he gives a reason as to why we should be calling the potential "Fraiser" reboot "Cheers, Fraiser" and having it pull double duty as a "Cheers" reboot.

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Episode 67 - Killing DC

Tue, 24 Jul 2018 22:22:14 -0000

How great would it be to work behind the scenes of your favorite reality show? So great! Chad talks about what he would do producing QUEER EYE and 24 HOURS TO HELL AND BACK. Plus, he uncovers DC Entertainment's new direction with WORLDS OF DC and the first movies to come out of the change - SHAZAM and AQUAMAN. Finally, Chad talks about speed watching KILLING EVE before it's taken off demand.

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Episode 66 - Queer Eye for the Underpants Guy

Wed, 18 Jul 2018 23:40:35 -0000

Chad returns to video form with a brand new set! He's done moving and, boy, does he cover that topic. Chad also talks about loving QUEER EYE; HANDMAID'S TALE; and THE EPIC TALES OF CAPTAIN UNDERPANTS. He also discusses the juicy Bossip interview with Desus and Mero about the end of their Viceland talk show in which they uncover who really broke up with who. And Chad pleads with listeners to see SORRY TO BOTHER YOU. He fears society has room for only one movie starring people of color a year. Prove him wrong. Plus, check out The Constitutionals...now on Spotify!

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Episode 65 - 23 Bottles of Wine

Wed, 11 Jul 2018 21:34:03 -0000

Chad talks about moving...again. But his next place will be better. Hopefully. There'll be less rats. Plus, he covers rewatching Harvey Birdman Attorney at Law. What's that? The rat thing? Yeah, his current place has rats. Which may or may not play a big role in his moving again. Yada yada yada. Did I use that right?

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Episode 64 - Jorgan Gramsay

Tue, 03 Jul 2018 23:59:02 -0000

Chad is back with a better attitude! This week, he talks about his love of Gordon Ramsay's "24 Hours to Hell and Back;" The cancellation of "Ghosted;" the return of "GLOW" and "Nailed It;" the surprise box office hit nature of "Uncle Drew;" and the greatness of "TAG." Want to see Chad talk in real life? Check out the video version of this podcast on YouTube!

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Episode 63 - The Complaintcast

Thu, 28 Jun 2018 00:22:45 -0000

Chad sits down to complain about his life. After moving, plateauing at work and dealing with too many no's, he's finally had enough. But will he give up? He also talks about the video game "Late Shift" and all of Weird Al's "The Ridiculously Self-Indulgent, Ill-Advised Vanity Tour" being put on Stitcher Premium.

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Episode 62 - The Podcast Purge

Wed, 20 Jun 2018 02:00:37 -0000

Chad takes the show into a direction he could've taken since episode one: video! That's why this thing is so long... Chad also talks the allegations against Chris Hardwick; Desus and Mero leaving Vice for Showtime; "Lucifer" going to Netflix; Beyonce and Jay Z's new album; and purging podcasts.

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Episode 61 - Super Chad Bros. Ultimate

Wed, 13 Jun 2018 15:29:39 -0000

Chad talks about the new "How to Train Your Dragon 3" and "Dumbo" trailers. They both look super good and also Chad's a child apparently. Then, he reminisces about the 1990 anti-drug PSA "Cartoon All Stars to the Rescue;" the scourge and purpose of E-Scooters; watching the excellent sitcom "Taxi" for the first time; his upcoming podcast purge; and the greatness that is the Electronic Entertainment Expo. Plus, he spends as much time as Nintendo did on the new Super Smash Bros game!

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Episode 60 - The Problem with Riggs and Murtaugh

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 23:32:30 -0000

Chad discusses the new batch of episodes of "Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt" and "Arrested Development." He also mentions how much he dislikes the practice of half season dropping that Netflix does. Finally, he spends about 20 minutes or so talking about the "Lethal Weapon" situation. Clayne Crawford was fired for yelling and Damon Wayons is kind of a diva. Chad reads through the entirety of Variety's exclusive (and extensive) feature on the topic. Plus, he reads Steve Harvey's memo to his staff for kicks.

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Episode 59 - Closet Rathist

Wed, 30 May 2018 01:46:17 -0000

Chad trashes "Roseanne" and praises ABC for cancelling that abomination. There is no room for racism on broadcast television, even if the show garners a buttload of viewers. The he talks the ending of "The Middle" before butchering other season finales. "Trollhunters" returns with a new voice change for the main character. "Ibiza" was a fun movie with no meaning. And, please, "Someone Marry Barry." Finally, Chad covers the "Happytime Murders" lawsuit from Sesame Street. Wait, I'm lost; Do YOU know the way to Sesame Street? Please? I have to pee so bad.

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Episode 58 - With The Help?!

Wed, 23 May 2018 00:21:16 -0000

Chad talks about the movies he watched while he was in California. These include "Paddington 2;" "Last Flag Flying;" "Don Verdean;" and "47 Meters Down." Then he talks about Melissa McCarthy's acting in "Life of the Party." And he spends time with Courtney Barnett's lovely, wonderful new album. Finally, he gets on Mitch Hurwitz's and 20th Century Fox's greediness in regards to the newly recut "Arrested Development" episodes.

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Episode 57 - San Francisco Sunday, (Bad) Bloody, San Francisco Sunday

Wed, 16 May 2018 00:58:14 -0000

Chad is fresh back from his trip to San Jose and boy does he have stories to tell. But a half hour show can't possibly hold all of it so he only recalls the set lists of not one but TWO concerts he attended. You read that right; Chad went to see Taylor Swift and U2! Live! Just hurry up and listen to this, dummies!

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Episode 56 - Devil's Lettuce

Tue, 08 May 2018 19:32:55 -0000

Chad is in California for the week, making experiences and seeing shows. But it's the beginning of his trip so he doesn't have much to talk about. There's a U2 concert he's going to...and a Taylor Swift one...and maybe a movie or two...and a visit San Francisco and Santa Cruz. But none of that has happened yet. Sorry.

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Episode 55 - That Being Said/The One with the Addendum

Tue, 01 May 2018 13:56:33 -0000

Audition crashed on Chad AGAIN and ruined the episode's audio. It's still kind of listenable if you can tolerate a lot of distortion. As a special gift, Chad included his full 2016 interview with comedian/actor/Sirius XM personality Emma Willman. He also talks more about "I Feel Pretty;" Netflix's new "Boss Baby" show; NBC's "Champions;" Fox's "LA to Vegas;" Janelle Monae's new album; finally getting into music videos; his first Kanye and TI albums; and packing for his trip to California.

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Episode 54 - Fat Monica Geller

Tue, 24 Apr 2018 10:00:00 -0000

Adobe Audition is still crashing on Chad and he had to rerecord the intro, like, two times. Get it together, Adobe! Chad discusses an article from The Atlantic writer Megan Garber called "When Beauty is a Troll" that discusses why Amy Schumer's "I Feel Pretty" was a misfire (and how it makes the same mistakes that Fat Monica Geller did on "Friends); the Amazon movie "Landline;" the excellent PS4 game "God of War;" and beating "Firewatch."

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Episode 53 - Bojack Horseman Ofcourseman

Tue, 17 Apr 2018 10:00:00 -0000

"Bojack Horseman" is only mentioned in passing in this episode but this title was too good to pass up. Chad talks about seeing "Blockers" in a theater alone; appearing in his friend Dr3w's "Yellow" music video and not fitting in; new music from Jason Aldean, Cardi B, and Nicki Minaj; and how Netflix's "Lost In Space" continue's the network's mark of flash over substance.

This episode is sort of brought to you by OZY Fest taking place in New York on July 21 and 22.

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Episode 52 - 52 Titles

Tue, 10 Apr 2018 10:00:00 -0000

It's been a whole year since Chad started this podcast. Can you believe it? To celebrate, he talks about the troublesome response The Simpsons had for Hari Kondabolu's "The Problem with Apu" in this week's episode. Not surprisingly, he sides with Hari. He also covers the new set of Digimon movies under "Digimon Adventure tri" and Drake's hot new hit "Nice For What." Finally, for the anniversary, Chad tries to remember what each episode of this podcast is about based on their titles alone.

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Episode 51 - A Literal Cost

Tue, 03 Apr 2018 10:00:00 -0000

Chad went on a date and now he's feeling himself (which is why he should totally be going on dates...). They went to a nice restaurant in Atlanta. Sushi is good, you guys. Also, Chad played "Far Cry 5," the year's first great open world game until the next one. And he covers the fall of The Attack and the Kevin Pereira viewbotting pseudo-scandal.

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Episode 50 - Zen Diaries of Power Rangers

Tue, 27 Mar 2018 09:30:00 -0000

The new "Power Rangers" movie wasn't half bad. In fact, Chad spends upwards of half of this episode talking about it. Where is his life going? He also covers Judd Apatow's "Zen Diaries of Garry Shandling;" the one time he served actor Bruce Greenwood at a restaurant, and the slow fall of the remaining Blockbusters.

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Episode 49 - Christ, Jesus

Tue, 20 Mar 2018 10:00:00 -0000

Chad has been compared - several times - to Sterling K. Brown, William Jackson Harper and Lamorne Morris and he is gladly accepting of it. But he's trying to not let it all go to his head. Just kidding; he's showing off like the butt he is. Chad also watched "Table 19," "Final Space," "The Detour," and "Game Night." Plus he talks about why reviewing some shows are more difficult than others. And finally, Migos is the new NWA. That is all.

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Episode 48 - Beyond the Ebbing Project, Esq.

Tue, 13 Mar 2018 10:00:00 -0000

Chad is catching up on all the Oscar nominated movies that have finally made their way to DVD. "Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri;" "Roman J. Israel Esq;" and "The Florida Project" are discussed so hard. "Beatriz at Dinner" gets in there too. And our host goes off on "Florida Project" director Sean Baker's proclivity to shoot movies on iPhones. It's so stupid. Plus, Chad mentions one of his guilty favorites -- "Beyond Scared Straight."

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Episode 47 - All Hail Black Panther

Tue, 06 Mar 2018 11:00:00 -0000

Chad finally saw that "Black Panther" movie all the peoples are talking about. But he spent too much time talking about "All Hail King Julien" and a concert with June's Diary to discuss it. He needs to get his priorities straight. Chad also covers the season finale of "Crashing" and why it disappointed him so much. Finally, he loves "High Maintenance." That is all.

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Episode 46 - How to Train Your Bachelor

Tue, 27 Feb 2018 11:00:00 -0000

Chad is catching up on "Unreal" before the season premiere. He's six behind so he's not doing too well. Chad also finished the last season of "Dragons: Race to the Edge." He covers the "How to Train Your Dragon" timeline from the first and second movie to the Cartoon Network and Netflix shows. At some point, he goes off on an "American Pie" tangent. It makes up the majority of the episode. Gird your butts.

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Episode 45 - Hey Now, You're A Dead Pilot

Tue, 20 Feb 2018 11:00:00 -0000

Chad gets real for a bit and talks about how he is frustrated with his life. Then he moves onto giving AMC a great idea for airing a "Walking Dead" anthology series; his fascination with NBA All-Star Weekend; A-list stars doing TV shows; and he gives away ANOTHER free idea in that there needs to be a "Daddy's Home" and "Bad Moms" crossover. Plus: he gets interrupted by a phone call and an interview with the Sklar Brothers!

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Episode 44 - Sub The Jewels

Tue, 13 Feb 2018 14:00:00 -0000

Chad went to yet yet another concert. This time, he headed over to Athens, GA to see Run The Jewels! Killer Mike and El-P put on a short but killer set after which Chad drove back the hour and change. He's tired but he had fun. Then, our host discusses the large amount of subscriptions he pays for. Listen as he reveals the absurd amount of money he spends per month while only working a minimum wage job. It's pretty sad.

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Episode 43 - Lana Del Bae

Tue, 06 Feb 2018 18:02:21 -0000

Another week, another concert. Chad went to see Lana Del Rey at Phillips Arena and had poor seats. It was hot and not loud and still kind of fun. He also talks about the Super Bowl, Dwayne Johnson's work ethic and being too tired. Go to sleep, baby.

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Episode 42 - One Standup At A Time

Tue, 30 Jan 2018 14:31:50 -0000

Chad is back doing standup. Go see him, would ya? He's not terribly funny but you like him so...you know... He also applauds the return of his favorite multicamera comedy ever, "One Day At A Time." And that's the end of that chapter.

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Episode 41 - Will the Real Dave East Please just Rap?

Tue, 23 Jan 2018 14:17:07 -0000

Chad went to a concert where the hype man was on stage for almost 3 hours. 9 out of 10 doctors would say that's too long. The tenth doctor is just a jerk. Chad also saw "Happy Death Day," "Z for Zachariah," "Going in Style," "The Fundamentals of Caring," and he's a new fan of HGTV!

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Episode 40 - LITtle Despicable Sexes

Tue, 16 Jan 2018 13:48:19 -0000

Chad wasted a Friday night watching "Despicable Me 3." Good Lord he hated it. But the "Battle of the Sexes" bio-flick was good. Also, sadly, Maria Bamford's Netflix series was canceled so Chad eugoogoolizes it. And he saw "It (2017)." Finally, why the heck are there so many "Little Women" shows?!

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Episode 39 - Oprah 2020

Tue, 09 Jan 2018 10:00:00 -0000

Guys, Oprah is not running for president...but a boy can dream. This week, Chad covers those darned Golden Globes. It was the first awards show after all this sex scandal stuff and hoo boy did it make an impression. Good job, everyone. Who am I kidding? No one listens to this stupid show.

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Episode 38 - Age of Aquarium

Tue, 02 Jan 2018 11:00:00 -0000

Chad went to the Aquarium and saw all the fishies do their fish thing. He had a good time to say the least. This week he talks about that, the sci-fi indie flick "Majorie Prime" starring the handsome Jon Hamm, "White Famous" getting canceled, and a clip from his interview with comedian Judah Friedlander!

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Episode 37 - The Things (TV) Carried

Tue, 26 Dec 2017 14:05:22 -0000

One day after Christmas, we're back at it. Chad talks about some stuff and some other stuff and probably some more stuff. Did he record this ahead of time? Barely. Is he writing the description with no idea of what he talked about? Basically. This week, he discusses the shows he didn't get a chance to talk about during his +Five recommendations News Time episode. Also: Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets, mother!, & more!

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Episode 36 - Big Little Atomic Blonde

Tue, 19 Dec 2017 12:00:00 -0000

Chad goes over what a limited series actually is in today's packed TV world. He also talks about the new season of "Trollhunters," "Atomic Blonde," and the overt awkwardness of "Ingrid Goes West." Then he speanks on why the next three episodes of News Time are shot in bulk. Maybe he mentions Christmas at some point. I don't know. He's writing this part ahead of time. Plus: a clip of my interview with "American Ninja Warrior" host Matt Iseman!

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Episode 35 - Get Out, Golden Globes

Tue, 12 Dec 2017 14:00:00 -0000

Chad goes over the Golden Globes nominations which are full of the requisite snubs and surprises. He also goes over how "good" and "bad" are subjective. SNL is using extras as actors for speaking roles, Seth Rogen and James Franco, and an interview with comedian Selena Coppock!

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Episode 34 - Fallon v Colbert: Dawn of Ratings

Tue, 05 Dec 2017 12:00:00 -0000

Chad gives his thoughts on The CW's DC Comic TV show crossover, "Crisis on Earth X." He also comments on how much he continues to dislike so-feminist-it's-anti-feminist show "Supergirl" and the wasted time on "Arrow" character Felicity. The main topic covers Jimmy Fallon and Stephen Colbert's supposed late night ratings battle even with Fallon in a different (non-political) league. Case in point: ratings for late night are dumb.

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Episode 33 - The Coco Lady Bird Show

Tue, 28 Nov 2017 12:00:00 -0000

Chad wasted a ton of money on blurays during Black Friday weekend. He also saw too many movies. "Coco," "Lady Bird," and "The Chris Gethard Show" are among the many topics. By the way, the "Frozen" short that precedes "Coco" is TOO LONG. Get your crap together, Disney and Pixar! He also defends DC Comics movies again. And he talks about Hari Kondabolu's documentary talking about the horrible "Simpsons" character, Apu Nahasapeemapetilon, and how he's a terribly inaccurate stereotype.

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Episode 32 - Schur Party

Tue, 21 Nov 2017 14:00:00 -0000

Gobble gobble, listeners. It's Turkey week so here's an episode that makes no mention of Thanksgiving. Chad talks about the return of TBS's "Search Party." He also saw "Girls Trip" and "Annabelle Creation." Plus, a discussion on the shows that influence his writing. And Mike Schur is highlighted. What a packed show.

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Episode 31 - Growing up Taylor Swift

Tue, 14 Nov 2017 12:00:00 -0000

Taylor Swift. That's all Chad wants to talk about. Taylor Swift. Her new album -- "Reputation" -- is a cut above the rest. Chad also saw the new Thor movie, marking the first time he's seen a Marvel movie since 2015. Things are changing.

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Episode 30 - Memory Screen

Tue, 07 Nov 2017 14:00:00 -0000

Chad talks about TBS's new version of "Joker's Wild" hosted by Snoop Dogg and "Drop The Mic," a spin off from "The Late Late Show." Both are adequate shows. Then, he talks about why he collects movie tickets and what he plans on doing with them. And things get serious as he discusses a new study from Color of Change in regards to the small amount of women and people of color in charge of TV shows. It's not good, guys.

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Episode 29 - Treat or Treat

Tue, 31 Oct 2017 13:28:26 -0000

Chad went to a party. It was fun. He also found out that Redbox is selling Disney movie download codes for cheap. Then he saw the LEGO Ninjago movie by himself like a real creep. He also asks the question "Why was the SNL David S. Pumpkins Halloween special aired once at 11:30 PM on Saturday and never scheduled for a time where its audience (kids) can watch?" Finally, he talks about the worst DC TV universe characters. Boy, do they suck.

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Episode 28 - A Homecoming for the Female Covenant

Tue, 24 Oct 2017 13:00:00 -0000

Chad thinks it's high time we celebrate the women in entertainment who are creating shows and movies. There should be more of them but we also have to cherish those doing work right now. Also: Chad finally saw Alien Covenant and Spider-Man Homecoming! And more self deprecation!

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Episode 27 - Yawnformers: The Last Pilot

Tue, 17 Oct 2017 13:00:00 -0000

Chad finally watched the new Transformers movie. So...there's that. He also discusses what makes a good pilot and what makes a bad one. He watches all the shows and movies so you don't have to. Hey, that's a pretty neat tagline for something.

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Episode 26 - The Death of Monologueman

Tue, 10 Oct 2017 13:00:00 -0000

Fall TV season is here and shows are looking great. Except for CBS's "9JKL" which is straight garbage. Chad talks about how he reviews shows for the site's First Look Review process. He also talks about seeing the new "Kingsman" movie in a theater alone. And superheroes and late night comedy hosts rankings.

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Episode 25 - Shepard's Dead

Tue, 03 Oct 2017 13:00:00 -0000

Chad is so excited "The Simpsons" and "Bob's Burgers" are back. He also lost his wallet when he saw "The King and I" but he liked the play a lot. And he sure does know a bunch about the SNL hiring process while also not being hired by them. Some might say he knows too much. Chad's just trying to play "Mass Effect Andromeda" tonight. What a good episode he's recorded (He made me say that last part).

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Episode 24 - Lunch Party

Tue, 26 Sep 2017 13:00:00 -0000

After attending their album launch party, Chad is very proud of his friends. They're going to be fantastic artists in the future. He talks about going to several concerts in the course of a few days including Misterwives as well as Suede Cassidy, ISM, and Genesys Order (BUY ALL OF THEIR MUSIC; SUPPORT LOCAL ARTISTS). Also: Fall TV previews! A new weekly segment about Chad's favorite comedians!

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Episode 23 - Vice Horseman

Tue, 19 Sep 2017 13:00:00 -0000

"Vice Principals" and "BoJack Horseman" are back on the air. It's nice to have serialized comedy shows back on air. Let's talk about them. Oh and there's some Emmys talk. When will "Blackish" get its due? These things and no other things only on the thingiest podcast on the internet!

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Episode 22 - Emmy Nom Noms

Tue, 12 Sep 2017 17:51:16 -0000

Chad discusses the Creative Emmy Award winners and gives his predictions for the real Emmys. Also: IFC Comedy Crib, ABC D, and Comedy Central's place in alternative comedy; and an interview with comedian Jenny Jaffe!

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Episode 21 - You're the Worst, Guardians of the Galaxy

Tue, 05 Sep 2017 13:00:00 -0000

Chad has an unpopular opinion: GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY 2 IS NOT A GOOD MOVIE. Stop feeding nostalgia and one dimensional characters. Stop it right now. Also: pleading Playstation to let Hulu make TV better and praise for "You're The Worst!"

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Episode 20 - Gushing Over Jimmy Pardo

Tue, 29 Aug 2017 13:00:00 -0000

Chad got to meet his hero, Jimmy Pardo. It was the single greatest moment of his life. But Chad made it so awkward. He tries to rectify the situation. Also: discussing the "Madagascar" series timeline; "Episodes" returns and a new "The Tick" series!

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Episode 19 - Horr(ible)

Wed, 23 Aug 2017 01:07:36 -0000

Chad talks about horror movies he loves, why "Sk8er Boi" is a motivational song and his idea for a "Wedding Crashers" sequel! Also: "The Chris Gethard" is back!

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Episode 18 - Orphan Seeso

Tue, 15 Aug 2017 14:02:50 -0000

Join Chad for a grab bag of topics as he discusses the ending of "Orphan Black," the ending of Seeso, the return of "Difficult People," and SO. MUCH. MORE. Stay tuned after the podcast for a sneak preview of an interview Chad had with comedian and writer Diallo Riddle!

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Episode 17 - Happy 4th birthday C+ Comedy!

Tue, 08 Aug 2017 10:00:00 -0000

It's C+ Comedy's birthday! Listen as Chad describes the origins of the website. Oh and this week marks the 150th episode of C+ News Time! So there's that history lesson too. Also: the ending of The Middle; Voltron; Wet Hot American Summer; and Dude Perfect!

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Episode 16 - Cutting Down Act Three

Tue, 01 Aug 2017 13:00:00 -0000

Chad talks about a movie scene that's been bothering him for decades, Jessica Williams in "Incredible Jessica James," and "Win It All!" Also: Netflix comedies are too longggggg!

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Episode 15 - Talking About Talking

Tue, 25 Jul 2017 10:00:00 -0000

Chad talks about interviewing comedians who don't have anything useful to say. He's real tired of getting one word answers! Time to step it up, funny peeps. Also: Raven's Home on Disney! Cartoon Network and Disney XD's cartoon release schedules are terrible! VICE ups its video presence! Reviewing the new season of Insecure!

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Episode 14 - The Emmy Initiative

Tue, 18 Jul 2017 13:26:56 -0000

Chad goes off on the Emmys' (and other award ceremonies) attempt to be "diverse" with their nominations and how the noms are affected by popularity votes. Also: Passengers movie BLOWS; Snowfall on FX; Orphan Black on BBC America; Baby Driver; Disney XD D|XP!

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Episode 13 - Critically Cynical

Tue, 11 Jul 2017 13:00:00 -0000

Chad is tired of hearing all this anger towards movies, tv shows and video games that don't deserve them. This week, he offers up a solution to people who crap on the likes of DC comic book movies and Transformers. Also: The Defiant Ones, The Big Sick, and Father of the Pride get sweet recs, yo!

Episode 12 - Vanilla Comedian Hosted Talk Shows

Tue, 04 Jul 2017 14:49:22 -0000

Chad talks about talk shows hosted by comedians that all feel the same. Why are they so popular with networks (namely Comedy Central)? Also: rewatching Veep and a short review of The House!

Episode 11 - Seeso slow down

Tue, 27 Jun 2017 13:20:35 -0000

Chad details how Seeso can survive (hint: Hulu has to buy it). Also: Dragon Ball Super and Cheers talk!

Episode 10 - La Big Sick Rough Night Land

Tue, 20 Jun 2017 10:00:00 -0000

Chad goes through a smörgåsbord of topics like La La Land, Lucifer, E3 wrap ups, podcasts, The Big Sick (and its lovely creators/cutest couple Emily V. Gordon and Kumail Nanjiani), and Rough Night! Also: Chad does words bad!

Episode 9 - E3, G4 and 0 other numbers

Tue, 13 Jun 2017 17:15:59 -0000

Chad talks about E3 surprises and the lack of leaks. Also: what G4 TV would look like if he had the keys to the network.

Episode 8 - Game of Walking Dead Stardom

Tue, 06 Jun 2017 12:00:00 -0000

Chad talks about how TV stardom doesn't translate to movie stardom. Also: more behind the scenes!

Episode 7 - Bleh-watch

Tue, 30 May 2017 05:39:46 -0000

Chad gives a rambley review of "Baywatch" the movie! Spoilers abound. Also: a mid-episode "The Bachelorette" commentary!

Episode 6 - Screaming at Seeso

Tue, 23 May 2017 17:00:00 -0000

Chad screams at NBC for not properly advertising their streaming service, Seeso. Also, "The Edge of Seventeen" gets a recomendation.

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Episode 5 - A Kroll Filled Saturday Slate

Tue, 16 May 2017 18:02:36 -0000

Chad describes a lazy Saturday watching indie comedies. Also: confusion of actors and storylines!

Episode 4 - Going on a "First Date(s)"

Tue, 09 May 2017 13:00:00 -0000

Chad was on a dating show! Also: Chad talks about his love/hate relationship with CW's DC shows!

Website: www.cpluscomedy.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/cpluscomedy Twitter: @cpluscomedy Chad's Twitter: @chadblackwhite Instagram: @cpluscomedy

Episode 3 - Wedding Fever

Tue, 02 May 2017 13:00:00 -0000

Everybody is getting married and Chad is alone. Also: coincedences!

Episode 2 - SPOILER ALERT!!!1!!

Tue, 25 Apr 2017 23:42:40 -0000

Chad talks about the proper time to wait for spoilers in TV shows, movies, games and books.

Episode 1 - Goodbye, Girls

Tue, 18 Apr 2017 16:10:22 -0000

Chad talks about the ending of Girls!