Gilbert Gottfried's Amazing Colossal Podcast

Each week, comedian Gilbert Gottfried and comedy writer Frank Santopadre share their appreciation of lesser-known films, underrated TV shows and hopelessly obscure character actors -- discussing, dissecting and (occasionally) defending their handpicked guilty pleasures and buried treasures. This week: The riddle of "The Phynx"! Joe. E. Ross goes slumming! Robert Mitchum meets a boxing kangaroo! And Leo Gorcey's last stand! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Singer, actor and music producer Tony Orlando pays a visit to Gilbert and Frank and reminisces about singing doo-wop on New York City rooftops and working with music icons Carole King, Gerry Goffin and Clive Davis. Also, Tony remembers Freddie Prinze, gives props to Jerry Lewis, locks horns with "The Great One" and reveals the happy accident that created Tony Orlando and Dawn. PLUS: Tony roasts Muhammad Ali! Nancy Walker takes her revenge! Shecky Greene flips out! And the crew joins Tony in a "rendition" of "Tie a Yellow Ribbon (Round the Old Oak Tree")! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Each week, comedian Gilbert Gottfried and comedy writer Frank Santopadre share their appreciation of lesser-known films, underrated TV shows and hopelessly obscure character actors -- discussing, dissecting and (occasionally) defending their handpicked guilty pleasures and buried treasures. This week: "Larceny, Inc."! Seeking Bert I. Gordon! And Le Retour de Herve Villechaize! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ralph Malph himself, actor and singer Donny Most talks to Gilbert and Frank about his memories of working alongside TV icons Garry Marshall, Henry Winkler and Tom Bosley, his brush with John Lennon, his appreciation of Abbott & Costello (and Sid Fields) and his love of the Great American Songbook. Also, Donny meets Sammy Davis Jr., bends the elbow with Pat Morita, attempts to mount a Bobby Darin movie and sheds light on "jumping the shark." PLUS: Praising Jack Warden! Eli Wallach goes to school! Richie and Ralph play Huck and Tom! Larry Parks meets...Larry Parks! And Gottfried sings again! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Each week, comedian Gilbert Gottfried and comedy writer Frank Santopadre share their appreciation of lesser-known films, underrated TV shows and hopelessly obscure character actors -- discussing, dissecting and (occasionally) defending their handpicked guilty pleasures and buried treasures. This week: Remembering William Schallert! Happy Birthday, Mr. Warmth! Gilbert meets Tiny Tim! And the story of the GGACP theme song! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Actor, comedian and raconteur Orson Bean is perhaps best known as a longtime game show fixture and frequent guest on talk shows, but he also appeared on Broadway and in popular films such as "Anatomy of a Murder" and "Being John Malkovich," working alongside icons like Boris Karloff, Helen Hayes, Jimmy Stewart, Phil Silvers and Dustin Hoffman. Gilbert and Frank also talk to Orson about his years on the Hollywood blacklist, his friendship with Stan Laurel, his fondness for Ed Sullivan and his personal correspondence with Groucho Marx. PLUS: John McGiver returns! Jack Paar takes a powder! Will Jordan does Sabu! Jack Klugman nails Willy Loman! And Jayne Mansfield upstages Walter Matthau! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Each week, comedian Gilbert Gottfried and comedy writer Frank Santopadre share their appreciation of lesser-known films, underrated TV shows and hopelessly obscure character actors -- discussing, dissecting and (occasionally) defending their handpicked guilty pleasures and buried treasures. This week: "Godzilla vs. the Smog Monster"! Walter Matthau weds Elaine May! And the ultimate "cult" movie! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gilbert and Frank are joined by actor, singer and former "Hollywood Squares" host Peter Marshall, who shares irresistible stories about Redd Foxx, the mob, Glenn Ford, Uncle Miltie's "apparatus" and Charlie Weaver's (and Vincent Price's!) sexual proclivities. Also, Peter croons with Bing, tours with Bob Hope, gets roasted by Orson Welles and runs afoul of John Wayne. PLUS: Al Jolson schmoozes! Phil Silvers does "Who's on First"! Gilbert ticks off Marlon Brando! Peter and Nanette Fabray hit a nudie bar! And the definitive version of the Paul Lynde/Golddiggers story! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Each week, comedian Gilbert Gottfried and comedy writer Frank Santopadre share their appreciation of lesser-known films, underrated TV shows and hopelessly obscure character actors -- discussing, dissecting and (occasionally) defending their handpicked guilty pleasures and buried treasures. This week: "Klaatu barada nikto!" Charlie Callas cashes a check! And Jeff Ross roasts the Caped Crusader! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Versatile actor Steven Weber sits down with Gilbert and Frank for a spirited discussion of "sick" comedy, the best of "The Twilight Zone," the disappointment of "Sour Grapes," the death of the Borscht Belt and the genius of Harvey Korman. Also, Telly Savalas takes a load off, Charles Nelson Reilly does a spit take, Gig Young travels through time and Soupy Sales guests on "Wings." PLUS: Jackie Vernon! Richard Stahl! "X: The Man with the X-Ray Eyes"! Dom DeLuise "improvises"! And the "Eartha Kitt of white guys"! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Each week, comedian Gilbert Gottfried and comedy writer Frank Santopadre share their appreciation of lesser-known films, underrated TV shows and hopelessly obscure character actors -- discussing, dissecting and (occasionally) defending their handpicked guilty pleasures and buried treasures. This week: "The Incredible Mr. Limpet"! Uncle Goopy directs! Dr. Pretorius takes up a hobby! And the return of "The Thing with Two Heads!" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gilbert and Frank celebrate their 100th episode with a live recording at SiriusXM radio, where they field questions (from callers and an in-studio audience) on a host of vital topics, including Frank Gorshin, Pigmeat Markham, Shecky Greene's tantrums, the search for Papillon Soo Soo, "Celebrity Wife Swap" and the Church of Satan. Also, Grandpa Munster brunches, Paul Lynde hops a flight, Herve Villechaize covers Paul Williams and Gilbert makes peace with Japan! PLUS: Electronic Vincent Price! Steve Lawrence passes (again)! Kwai Chang Caine hosts "SNL"! Groucho meets Alan Thicke! And the return of (old) Jack Frost! This episode is sponsored by Seeso. Comedy’s experiencing a serious renaissance right now, and Seeso is a comedy streaming service tailor-made for comedy-lovers and nerds, with thousands of hours of the best comedy, 24/7/365. Go to http://Seeso.com and start watching all the comedy you can stream for free. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Each week, comedian Gilbert Gottfried and comedy writer Frank Santopadre share their appreciation of lesser-known films, underrated TV shows and hopelessly obscure character actors -- discussing, dissecting and (occasionally) defending their handpicked guilty pleasures and buried treasures. This week: Paging John Schuck! "Small Wonder"! Tobor the 8th Man! And the return of "Murder Can Hurt You"! This episode is sponsored by Seeso. Comedy’s experiencing a serious renaissance right now, and Seeso is a comedy streaming service tailor-made for comedy-lovers and nerds, with thousands of hours of the best comedy, 24/7/365. Go to http://Seeso.com and start watching all the comedy you can stream for free. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In one of our wildest episodes to date, musician, songwriter, producer and comedian Mark Hudson joins Gilbert and Frank to talk about some of the showbiz legends he's worked with, from Steven Tyler to Margaret Hamilton to Ringo Starr to Captain Kangaroo. Also, the Hudson Brothers meet the Osmond Brothers, Ed Wynn steps out of character, Elton John takes a dip and Mark remembers his old friend Harry Nilsson. PLUS: Tito Jackson! Rod Hull and his Emu! The REAL Fifth Beatle! The Hudsons "pay homage" to Herman's Hermits! And Mr. Green Jeans goes loco! This episode is sponsored by Seeso. Comedy’s experiencing a serious renaissance right now, and Seeso is a comedy streaming service tailor-made for comedy-lovers and nerds, with thousands of hours of the best comedy, 24/7/365. Go to http://Seeso.com and start watching all the comedy you can stream for free. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Each week, comedian Gilbert Gottfried and comedy writer Frank Santopadre share their appreciation of lesser-known films, underrated TV shows and hopelessly obscure character actors -- discussing, dissecting and (occasionally) defending their handpicked guilty pleasures and buried treasures. This week: Carmen Miranda shows all! Roddy McDowall spoofs Phil Spector! And "The Bowery Boys Go to Outer Space"! This episode is sponsored by Parachute. Shop online at http://parachutehome.com/Gilbert for new sheets, duvets and other bedding essentials and receive $25 off your first order by using the offer code GILBERT. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gilbert and Frank dial up actress, producer and film buff/historian Illeana Douglas, who talks about her new memoir, I Blame Dennis Hopper, and shares some highly entertaining anecdotes about everyone from Marlon Brando to Peter Sellers to former beau Martin Scorsese. Also, Rudy Vallee soaks up applause, Melvyn Douglas lends sage advice, Robert De Niro watches the Three Stooges and Illeana mourns the loss of drive-in theaters and "ethnicity" in films. PLUS: Shelley Winters drops names! Buddy Hackett cops a feel! Illeana does Richard Dreyfuss! Richard Dreyfuss does Spencer Tracy! And Joe Pesci roughs up Don Rickles! This episode is sponsored by Parachute. Shop online at http://parachutehome.com/Gilbert for new sheets, duvets and other bedding essentials and receive $25 off your first order by using the offer code GILBERT. This episode is also sponsored by Seeso. Comedy’s experiencing a serious renaissance right now, and Seeso is a comedy streaming service tailor-made for comedy-lovers and nerds, with thousands of hours of the best comedy, 24/7/365. Go to http://Seeso.com and start watching all the comedy you can stream for free. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Each week, comedian Gilbert Gottfried and comedy writer Frank Santopadre share their appreciation of lesser-known films, underrated TV shows and hopelessly obscure character actors -- discussing, dissecting and (occasionally) defending their handpicked guilty pleasures and buried treasures. This week: Steven Weber joins the discussion! Remembering Paul Winchell! Praising John Ritter! And Red Buttons performs in a men's room! This episode is sponsored by Seeso. Comedy’s experiencing a serious renaissance right now, and Seeso is a comedy streaming service tailor-made for comedy-lovers and nerds, with thousands of hours of the best comedy, 24/7/365. Go to http://Seeso.com and start watching all the comedy you can stream for free. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Celebrated actor, writer and musician Michael McKean stops by the studio for a wildly entertaining, hour-plus conversation about his days in the sketch troupe The Credibility Gap (with Harry Shearer), his brief stint at "Saturday Night Live," the origin of Lenny and Squiggy and the oddball cinema of Christopher Guest. Also, Norm Macdonald loses his cool, Spinal Tap meets Joe Franklin, Rod Steiger brings back "Il Duce" and Michael and Gilbert compare life masks. PLUS: Zacherle! The genius of Richard Libertini! "Abbott and Costello Go to Mars"! Cannonball Adderley buys the farm! And "The Square, Square World of Dick Conti"! This episode is sponsored by Seeso. Comedy’s experiencing a serious renaissance right now, and Seeso is a comedy streaming service tailor-made for comedy-lovers and nerds, with thousands of hours of the best comedy, 24/7/365. Go to http://Seeso.com and start watching all the comedy you can stream for free. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Each week, comedian Gilbert Gottfried and comedy writer Frank Santopadre share their appreciation of lesser-known films, underrated TV shows and hopelessly obscure character actors -- discussing, dissecting and (occasionally) defending their handpicked guilty pleasures and buried treasures. This week: Roger C. Carmel! John McGiver returns! Lucas and Spielberg go to school! And Jerry Lewis meets the Hudson Brothers! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gilbert and Frank welcome one of their favorite performers, legendary comedian Pat Cooper, who sounds off on a variety of topics, including the mob's influence on showbiz, the difference between Jewish and Italian comics, the genius of Jimmy Durante and the self-importance of Ed Sullivan. Also, Pat slams Paul Anka, praises Alan King, turns down Martin Scorsese and clashes with the Chairman of the Board. PLUS: Joe DiMaggio! Lola Falana! Al Martino hides out! Shirley MacLaine bombs at Caesar's! And Pat tries to make a baby laugh! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Each week, comedian Gilbert Gottfried and comedy writer Frank Santopadre share their appreciation of lesser-known films, underrated TV shows and hopelessly obscure character actors -- discussing, dissecting and (occasionally) defending their handpicked guilty pleasures and buried treasures. This week: Carol Channing takes it all off! "Meathead" dodges the draft! And Groucho drops acid! (or does he?) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Best-selling author and pop culture historian Kliph Nesteroff joins Gilbert and Frank (along with former guest Drew Friedman) for an informative (and frequently hilarious) analysis of topics covering ten decades of popular entertainment, including: the dark secrets of vaudeville, the tragic childhood of Eddie Cantor, the phenomenon of Martin & Lewis and the strange death of "Parkyakarkus." Also, Bob Hope dons blackface, Jack Benny swipes his stage name, Don Knotts sends up Hugh Hefner and the mob releases a comedy album. PLUS: Batman & Rubin! "The Baileys of Balboa"! Rodney Dangerfield vs. the feds! Aunt Esther goes electric! And the angriest man in showbiz history! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Each week, comedian Gilbert Gottfried and comedy writer Frank Santopadre share their appreciation of lesser-known films, underrated TV shows and hopelessly obscure character actors -- discussing, dissecting and (occasionally) defending their handpicked guilty pleasures and buried treasures. This week: "Get to Know Your Rabbit"! William Hurt sees the light! And Joe Piscopo tracks zombies! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Comedian, actor, author and conspiracy buff Richard Belzer joins Gilbert and Frank for an entertaining hour-plus conversation about the glory days of Catch a Rising Star, the "National Lampoon Radio Hour" and Richard's friendships with Gilda Radner, John Belushi and Bill Murray. Also, Gilbert and Richard remember "Thicke of the Night," extol the virtues of Jerry Lewis and look back at the Leno-Letterman late night wars. PLUS: Dick & Stinky! "The Groove Tube"! Andy Kaufman takes a nap! The return of "Dummy in the Window"! And the "Orson Welles of Comedy"! This episode is brought to you by Casper Mattresses. Go to http://Casper.com/GILBERT for 50 dollars towards any mattress Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Each week, comedian Gilbert Gottfried and comedy writer Frank Santopadre share their appreciation of lesser-known films, underrated TV shows and hopelessly obscure character actors -- discussing, dissecting and (occasionally) defending their handpicked guilty pleasures and buried treasures. This week: Jay Leno teams with Michael Caine! Gilbert pitches a screenplay! And the Left Fist of David! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Comedian, radio personality and former "Howard Stern Show" writer Jackie "The Joke Man" Martling joins Gilbert and Frank for a sprawling, no-holds-barred conversation about Hollywood urban myths, Joe E. Ross' hooker habit, the eccentricities of Tiny Tim and the vindictiveness of Ed Sullivan and Arthur Godfrey. Also, Jackie tells a joke to Sir Paul, Gilbert riffs on Jackie Mason, George Jessel turns down "The Jazz Singer" and Johnny Roselli scams the Friars Club. PLUS: Otto & George! Gilbert "Dice" Gottfried! The legend of Joe Ancis! And the origin of the "Jackie puppet"! This week's sponsor is http://Audible.com, who has more than 180,000 audiobooks and spoken-word audio products. Get a free 30 day trial and free audiobook at http://www.audible.com/Gilbert Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Each week, comedian Gilbert Gottfried and comedy writer Frank Santopadre share their appreciation of lesser-known films, underrated TV shows and hopelessly obscure character actors -- discussing, dissecting and (occasionally) defending their handpicked guilty pleasures and buried treasures. This week: Peter Lorre sells antiques! Pat Morita solves crimes! Valerie Perrine disrobes! And Gilbert hangs with Charlie Sheen! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gilbert and Frank put in a call to one of their favorite showbiz raconteurs, legendary producer and "Laugh-In" creator George Schlatter, who shares his memories of working with everyone from Dino to Groucho as well as creating the short-lived fiasco "Turn-On." Also, George praises Jack Benny, parties with Ol' Blue Eyes, remembers Redd Foxx and (inadvertently) helps get Richard Nixon elected. PLUS: Herkie Styles! Digby Wolfe! The brilliance of Arte Johnson! The madness of Shecky Greene! And the Flying Fickle Finger of Fate! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Each week, comedian Gilbert Gottfried and comedy writer Frank Santopadre share their appreciation of lesser-known films, underrated TV shows and hopelessly obscure character actors -- discussing, dissecting and (occasionally) defending their handpicked guilty pleasures and buried treasures. This week: Jack Frost returns! Ed Norton roasts Ralph Kramden! Groucho meets Crazy Guggenheim! And the Lone Ranger rides again! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Actor, comic, writer, historian and movie buff Robert Wuhl joins Gilbert and Frank at the famed New York Friars Club for a funny and freewheeling discussion of random topics, including the sins of Ty Cobb, the genius of John Ford, the excellence of Ealing comedies, the (alleged) affairs of Clark Gable and the versatility of Michael Keaton. Also, Robert turns down "Problem Child," praises "Cat Ballou," remembers Bruno Kirby and reveals the secret history of the Academy Awards. PLUS: Rod Steiger holds a grudge! Robert De Niro mugs! Bacharach woos Dylan! Paul Newman's favorite joke! And the REAL "Crash" Davis! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Each week, comedian Gilbert Gottfried and comedy writer Frank Santopadre share their appreciation of lesser-known films, underrated TV shows and hopelessly obscure character actors -- discussing, dissecting and (occasionally) defending their handpicked guilty pleasures and buried treasures. This week: Telly Savalas takes a stand! Gavin McLeod goes bowling! Victor Buono spoofs Raymond Burr! And Wayne Newton sings "Rhinestone Cowboy"! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In one of their favorite episodes to date, Gilbert and Frank are joined by legendary actor, comedian and dancer Dick Van Dyke, who looks back on his illustrious 70-year career, recalls his friendships with Stan Laurel and Buster Keaton and shares his memories (both good and bad) of making the classic family films "Mary Poppins" and "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang." Also, Dick idolizes Ray Bolger, costars with Mickey Rooney, gets a surprise visit from Cary Grant and earns a compliment from Fred Astaire. PLUS: Ed Wynn! Paul Lynde! "My Mother the Car"! The genius of Carl Reiner! Gilbert and Dick duet! And Dick's secrets to longevity! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Each week, comedian Gilbert Gottfried and comedy writer Frank Santopadre share their appreciation of lesser-known films, underrated TV shows and hopelessly obscure character actors -- discussing, dissecting and (occasionally) defending their handpicked guilty pleasures and buried treasures. This week: Harpo Marx discovers gravity! Shelly Winters climbs a Christmas Tree! And David Janssen vs. a human shark! Let Selfie Station be the Picture taker, Ice breaker AND your money maker. As a special introductory offer, get $500 off the professional package. Go to SelfieStationpodcast.com and enter promo code GILBERT. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Gremlins" and "The Howling" director Joe Dante grew up as a horror movie-obsessed kid in Morristown, New Jersey and went on to work with many of his childhood heroes, including John Carradine, Christopher Lee and Kevin McCarthy. Gilbert and Frank dialed up Joe in his Hollywood home to inquire about everything from his love of Disney films to apprenticing for Roger Corman to developing the ill-fated "Jaws 3, People 0." Also, Joe auditions Rod Steiger, ad-libs with Tony Randall, passes on "Orca, Part II" and pays tribute to William Castle. PLUS: Keye Luke! Brother Theodore! "Bride of the Gorilla"! Horrible Herman the Asiatic Insect! And the return of "The Tingler"! Let Selfie Station be the Picture taker, Ice breaker AND your money maker. As a special introductory offer, get $500 off the professional package. Go to http://SelfieStationpodcast.com and enter promo code GILBERT. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Each week, comedian Gilbert Gottfried and comedy writer Frank Santopadre share their appreciation of lesser-known films, underrated TV shows and hopelessly obscure character actors -- discussing, dissecting and (occasionally) defending their handpicked guilty pleasures and buried treasures. This week: Orson Welles performs "That's Amore"! Demond Wilson takes down Jack Benny! And the comedy stylings of Stanley Kramer! Let Selfie Station be the Picture taker, Ice breaker AND your money maker. As a special introductory offer, get $500 off the professional package. Go to SelfieStationpodcast.com and enter promo code GILBERT. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gilbert and Frank welcome comedian, writer, actress and self-described "TV addict" Judy Gold, who reveals her childhood obsession with Barbra Streisand and Rhoda Morgenstern, laments the demise of classic sitcom theme songs and reconsiders her appearance in "The Aristocrats." Also, Judy idolizes Joan Rivers, eulogizes Sherwood Schwartz, spurns Buddy Hackett and plays Herman Munster's sister. (!) PLUS: Mason Williams! Totie Fields! Judy visits the Brady Bunch house! Gilbert apologizes to Gavin McLeod! And Leni Riefenstahl directs "The Lawrence Welk Show"! Let Selfie Station be the Picture taker, Ice breaker AND your money maker. As a special introductory offer, get $500 off the professional package. Go to http://SelfieStationpodcast.com and enter promo code GILBERT. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Each week, comedian Gilbert Gottfried and comedy writer Frank Santopadre share their appreciation of lesser-known films, underrated TV shows and hopelessly obscure character actors -- discussing, dissecting and (occasionally) defending their handpicked guilty pleasures and buried treasures. This week: Lon Chaney grows a mustache! Jack Elam gets "Struck by Lightning"! And the youngest man to win Best Actor! Let Selfie Station be the Picture taker, Ice breaker AND your money maker. As a special introductory offer, get $500 off the professional package. Go to http://SelfieStationpodcast.com and enter promo code GILBERT. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gilbert and Frank return to the famed New York Friars Club for an intimate conversation with one of the world's most well-loved pop culture figures, actor and activist George Takei, who shares his feelings about Caucasian actors in Asian roles, speaks frankly about Japanese-American internment, expresses his gratitude to Trekkies and fondly remembers old friend Leonard Nimoy. Also, George feuds with William Shatner, chats up Jerry Lewis, runs into Cary Grant and rebukes Arnold Schwarzenegger. PLUS: James Hong! Frank Gorshin! George channels Sir John Gielgud! Gilbert does Sir Richard Burton! And the last of the Paramount contract players! Let Selfie Station be the Picture taker, Ice breaker AND your money maker. As a special introductory offer, get $500 off the professional package. Go to http://SelfieStationpodcast.com and enter promo code GILBERT. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Each week, comedian Gilbert Gottfried and comedy writer Frank Santopadre share their appreciation of lesser-known films, underrated TV shows and hopelessly obscure character actors -- discussing, dissecting and (occasionally) defending their handpicked guilty pleasures and buried treasures. This week: The Man Who Owned California! John Lennon wins the war! And the comedy stylings of Jack Frost! Howl is a brand new app and website that changes the way you think about podcasts. It’s like Netflix, but for podcasts. With Howl Premium, you get exclusive access to dozens of original mini series, audio documentaries, and comedy albums, archives from WTF with Marc Maron and all the Earwolf shows and original mini­series that are truly unique. Go to http://howl.fm to get access to all this exclusive content on your iPhone, your Android phone and on the web for only $4.99/month. And with the promo code GILBERT, you get a full month of free trial! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

He was the scheming Uncle Junior in "The Sopranos" and Hyman Roth's coldblooded henchman Johnny Ola in "The Godfather Part II," but in real life, actor Dominic Chianese is a real mensch (or at least the Italian equivalent). Dominic joins Gilbert and Frank to talk about his early career struggles, his love of music, his days as a folk club emcee and working with legends Lee Strasberg, Sophia Loren, Sidney Lumet, and lifelong friend Al Pacino. Also, Dominic gets a break from George C. Scott, a card from Burt Reynolds and a backstage visit from Paul Newman. PLUS: Yip Harburg! Sam Jaffe! Dominic does Dickens! Gilbert does Durante! And Dominic remembers his friend James Gandolfini. Let Selfie Station be the Picture taker, Ice breaker AND your money maker. As a special introductory offer, get $500 off the professional package. Go to http://SelfieStationpodcast.com and enter promo code GILBERT. Howl is a brand new app and website that changes the way you think about podcasts. It’s like Netflix, but for podcasts. With Howl Premium, you get exclusive access to dozens of original mini series, audio documentaries, and comedy albums, archives from WTF with Marc Maron and all the Earwolf shows and original mini­series that are truly unique. Go to http://howl.fm to get access to all this exclusive content on your iPhone, your Android phone and on the web for only $4.99/month. And with the promo code GILBERT, you get a full month of free trial! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Each week, comedian Gilbert Gottfried and comedy writer Frank Santopadre share their appreciation of lesser-known films, underrated TV shows and hopelessly obscure character actors -- discussing, dissecting and (occasionally) defending their handpicked guilty pleasures and buried treasures. This week: The comic mind of Nat Hiken! Gilbert covers Johnny Fontaine! And the Caped Crusaders meet Jerry Lewis! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gilbert and Frank dial up one of their favorite actors, screen legend and two-time Oscar nominee Bruce Dern, for a refreshingly candid conversation about acting, risk taking, the definition of genius and the value of teamwork. Also, Bette Davis bashes Joan Crawford, Alfred Hitchcock "punks" Karen Black, Jack Nicholson coins a phrase and Bruce attends the "University of Corman." PLUS: Paging Dr. Death! The wisdom of Elia Kazan! The brilliance of Douglas Trumbull! Bruce "kills" the Duke! And "The Incredible 2-Headed Transplant"! If you need a personal loan, anywhere between $1000 to $35000, Avant can help – without ever stepping foot in a bank branch. Avant will give you a $50 Amazon.com gift card after you make your first payment on-time. For this offer, and to check your rate risk-free, go to http://AvantOffer.com and enter promo code GILBERT. That’s http://AvantOffer.com promo code GILBERT. With moderate gore, a hint of romance, and many dynamic female characters, AFTER SHE'S GONE is a sure bet. AFTER SHE’S GONE by #1 New York Times Bestselling author Lisa Jackson is now available everywhere books are sold and at http://KensingtonBooks.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Each week, comedian Gilbert Gottfried and comedy writer Frank Santopadre share their appreciation of lesser-known films, underrated TV shows and hopelessly obscure character actors -- discussing, dissecting and (occasionally) defending their handpicked guilty pleasures and buried treasures. This week: Boris Karloff's revenge! Unwieldy movie titles of the 1960s and '70s! And Jackie Gleason busts a drug ring! If you need a personal loan, anywhere between $1000 to $35000, Avant can help – without ever stepping foot in a bank branch. Avant will give you a $50 Amazon.com gift card after you make your first payment on-time. For this offer, and to check your rate risk-free, go to http://AvantOffer.com and enter promo code GILBERT. That’s http://AvantOffer.com promo code GILBERT. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The legendary "Pit Bull of Comedy" -- actor, comic and horror movie aficionado Bobby Slayton sits down with Gilbert and Frank for a funny and freewheeling discussion of a number of essential topics, including the brilliance of Ray Harryhausen, the tragedy of Bela Lugosi, the haunting of Sammy Davis, Jr. and the greatness of "Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein." Also, Bobby roasts Hal Roach, hangs with Buddy Hackett, breaks bread with Woody Allen and "becomes" Joey Bishop. PLUS: Una O'Connor! "The Adventures of Ford Fairlane"! The return of Rondo Hatton! Bobby meets Otis the Drunk! And the death of Louie Dumbrowski! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In their final episode of the year, Gilbert and Frank pay tribute to some of the stars and talents we lost in 2015, including Wes Craven, Stan Freberg, Omar Sharif, Yvonne "Batgirl" Craig and former GGACP guest Joe Franklin. Also, Gilbert remembers screen goddess Laura Antonelli and "Star Trek Compendium" author Allan Asherman shares his thoughts on the legendary Leonard Nimoy. PLUS: Roger Ramjet! "Love on a Rooftop"! Buddy Hackett disses Jack Carter! Christopher Lee, Nazi hunter! And the greatest Tevye of all time! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Each week, comedian Gilbert Gottfried and comedy writer Frank Santopadre share their appreciation of lesser-known films, underrated TV shows and hopelessly obscure character actors -- discussing, dissecting and (occasionally) defending their handpicked guilty pleasures and buried treasures. This week: The original "Casino Royale"! The tragic tale of Badfinger! And the "perfect" Christmas movie! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gilbert and Frank return to the famed New York Friar's Club to chat with comedian and actor Jim Gaffigan, who weighs in on subjects ranging from the lost art of "ethnic comedy" to the healing powers of stand-up to the caste system of show business. Also, Jim "opens" for the Pope, treads the boards with Jackie Gleason's grandson, struggles to capture Manhattan on film and writes ads for Downy and Hardee's. PLUS: Myron Cohen! Nat Hiken! The hunchback makes out! The genius of Cloris Leachman! And the "biggest Goy in the world"! Head to http://warbyparker.com/GILBERT to order your free Home Try-On’s today. Choose the 5 frames you’d like to try on, mail the frames back; choose your favorite pair(s) to have your Rx added to and order! Warby Parker makes your experience completely risk free and free shipping all around! Visit http://warbyparker.com/GILBERT to begin your free home try on experience today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Each week, comedian Gilbert Gottfried and comedy writer Frank Santopadre share their appreciation of lesser-known films, underrated TV shows and hopelessly obscure character actors -- discussing, dissecting and (occasionally) defending their handpicked guilty pleasures and buried treasures. This week: Remembering classic movie theaters! "The Man with Bogart's Face"! And the genius of Brian Wilson! MeUndies is offering you TWENTY PERCENT off your first order at meundies.com/gilbert. That’s a special offer just for GGACP listeners. Make sure you go to meundies.com/gilbert to get twenty percent off your first order of underwear in tons of styles and colors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gilbert and Frank welcome back an old friend, illusionist, filmmaker and comedian Penn Jillette, who holds court on a host of offbeat topics ranging from strippers' tricks of the trade to Dennis Miller to the Three Stooges to summoning the spirit of Bela Lugosi. Also, Penn debunks "cold readings," exposes phone scams, insults Richie Havens and compares Jerry Lewis to Lou Reed. PLUS: The Amazing Kreskin! Penn auditions for "Ishtar"! Gilbert annoys Harrison Ford! And "The Day the Clown Cried”! If you need a personal loan, anywhere between $1000 to $35000, Avant can help – without ever stepping foot in a bank branch. Avant will give you a $50 Amazon.com gift card after you make your first payment on-time. For this offer, and to check your rate risk-free, go to http://AvantOffer.com and enter promo code GILBERT. That’s http://AvantOffer.com promo code GILBERT. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices