
Isn't That Special
What could be more pointless than ANOTHER Podcast? How about one that's focused on the grating and tediously over-populated world of streaming stand-up comedy 'specials'? Can we sweeten the pot by making the hosts two old gits whose love of comedy and social relevance have long since faded to nothingness? If that sounds like just the thing you're looking for then boy do we have 30-40 minutes of your listening time to waste that you'll never get back! Hosts are Bill and Mark and tech production and artistic direction is by Christian. We'll only publish full names when we hit 10K subscriptions and start to monetize.
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Show overview
Isn't That Special launched in 2025 and has put out 58 episodes in the time since. That works out to roughly 60 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence, with the show now in its 2nd season.
Episodes typically run an hour to ninety minutes — most land between 51 min and 1h 15m — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Comedy show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 4 days ago, with 25 episodes already out so far this year. Published by The Lincoln Lodge.
From the publisher
What could be more pointless than ANOTHER Podcast? How about one that's focused on the grating and tediously over-populated world of streaming stand-up comedy 'specials'? Can we sweeten the pot by making the hosts two old gits whose love of comedy and social relevance have long since faded to nothingness? If that sounds like just the thing you're looking for then boy do we have 30-40 minutes of your listening time to waste that you'll never get back! Hosts are Bill and Mark and tech production and artistic direction is by Christian. We'll only publish full names when we hit 10K subscriptions and start to monetize.
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S2 Ep 28Review: Domestic Shorthair, Todd Barry
The always contentious subject of Apple Cider Vinegar kicks us off with discussions of service dogs and AARP membership to add further spice. This week's comedy 'review' is of the 2023 special Domestic Shorthair by Todd Barry. Currently available on Tubi or Youtube: Domestic Shorthair .You should watch it before listening to the review. Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos. Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good.

S2 Ep 27Review: One night Stand, Norm Macdonald
The episode starts off with a lively debate with regards to puctuality, more dead air about cell phone service and a discussion on American health care. Eventually we get to Norm MacDonald's first ever HBO special on One Night Stand. It is currently available on Youtube: One Night Stand You should watch it before listening to the review. Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos. Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good.

S2 Ep 26Review: An Escalator Can Never Break, Mitch Hedberg
We kick it off offering opinions on such wide varying fare as the 7 Up film series, hard boiled eggs and remote working before knuckling down to the matter in hand: Mitch Hedberg's seminal 1999 special An Escalator Can Never Break . It is currently available in either the 22 minute edited version or the one we recommend at 37 unexpurgated minutes on Daily Motion: An Escalator Can Never Break. You should watch it before listening to the review. Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos. Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good.

S2 Ep 25Review: Cara Josephine, Josie Long
For some reason our weird obsession with food intake resurfaces while marital strife and cabaret entertainment also receive a diligent discussion. The special in question this week is Josie Long's 2013 offering Cara Josephine. It is currently available on Youtube for all to see for free!: Cara Jospehine. You should watch it before listening to the review. Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos. Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good.

S2 Ep 24Review: Coming Soon On A Face Near You, John 'Dr. Dirty' Valby
We return to the great aluminum/aluminium debate and whinge like old men about cell phones. Then its a quick recap of dietary habits before diving headlong into a review of Coming To A Face Near You by Dr. Dirty - John Valby. Neither of those names are made up. It is currently available on youtube NSFW/Parental Discretion Advised/The opinions contained within are not endorsed by us - Coming Soon On A Face Near You .You probably shouldn't watch it before listening to the review. Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos. Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good.

S2 Ep 23Review: Live at The Purple Onion, Zach Galfianakis
Yet another longest ever episode (grimace) discussing the Two Good To Go service (NOT sponsored content), calcium intake recommendations, how to improvise crutches and another first with a special drop in guest with the personable Kyle Scanlan! The special we eventually get around to talking about is the 2006 offering Live At The Purple Onion by Zach Galfianakis. It is currently available on Netflix for the wealthy among us or hear on Youtube: Live At The Purple Onion .You should watch it before listening to the review. Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos. Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good.

S2 Ep 22Special Episode: Beth Stelling Interview
Our very first special edition! We were lucky enough to sit down with Beth Stelling and talk about the mechanics and challenges of filming a comedy special. A must hear for all comedy special fans! Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos. Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good.

S2 Ep 21Review: Beautiful Dogs, Shane Gillis
Our longest ever episode (collective groan) discussing alumin(i)um, the Superbowl, deodorant and a vast array of other interesting subjects while also passing judgement on the Shane Gillis 2023 special Beautiful Dogs. The special is available on Netflix for the wealthy among us: Beautiful Dogs You should watch it before listening to the review. Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos. Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good.

S2 Ep 20Review: American Boy, Marcello Hernandez
Another lengthy preamble takes in Eric Stoltz, sandwiches and Superbowl plans before getting to the 2025 release American Boy by Marcello Hernandez. The special is available on Netflix for the wealthy among us: American Boy You should watch it before listening to the review. Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos. Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good.