Jordan, Jesse, GO!

Moujan Zolfaghari (Mission to Zyxx) joins Jordan and Jesse for a discussion of the cats, Pancake and Zen,who she is cat-sitting for at the moment and their complex family situation, the new genre of fanfiction where you just write stories where you are friends with the people in pop culture you want to hang out with, and the improv or sketch show that everyone saw that opened their mind to the idea that comedy can be elevated or artful or cool. Plus, we reveal how many people in our audience are named Bronson! This week we want to hear from people who own fezes! Let us know if you own a fez and send in your hot fez pics! Email us at [email protected] or call us at 206-984-4FUN. Are there more people in the JJGo audience who own a fez or who have been on Jeopardy!?

Matt Braunger (Finally Live in Portland) joins Jordan and Jesse for a discussion of Matt's character in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the possible sexual darkness during the active years of the Beatles, and the results of the poll from last week pitting Jeopardy contestants against people named Dabney. Plus, Matt has new comedy special which he recorded in a former porn theater in his hometown of Portland, OR -- Finally Live in Portland. Action Item: if your name is Bronson, let us know! Give us a call at 206-984-4FUN or email us at [email protected]!

Greg Fitzsimmons (Childish Podcast, Fitzdog Radio) joins Jordan and Jesse for a discussion of how Jordan may be in a relationship with his weed store after a special text on Valentine's Day, the sonnet Jesse wrote about this relationship with Theresa in college, and Greg's new parenting podcast with Alison Rosen, Childish. Plus, we ask a VERY important question: do we have more listeners of Jordan, Jesse, Go! named Dabney or who have been on Jeopardy? Please call or write to tell us -- 206-984-4FUN or [email protected].

Laurie Kilmartin and Jackie Kashian (The Jackie and Laurie Show) join Jordan and Jesse for a discussion of how Jesse recently went to his first old person concert, but Jackie has been going to see old people concerts her entire life, Laurie's brief dalliance with Tony Robbins tapes, and the lie that teens have been telling for centuries. Plus, Jackie and Laurie's podcast, The Jackie and Laurie Show, is now on Max Fun!

Jenny Jaffe (Rugrats, Project UROK) joins Jordan and Jesse for a discussion of Jordan's cape phase in high school, the difference between comedy nerds and musical theater nerds, and the insane new movie Serenity. Plus, everyone spends a few fun minutes coming up with video game butt puns and the guys stumble upon a potentially lucrative use of the podcast.

Dana Gould (Stan Against Evil, The Dana Gould Hour) joins Jordan and Jesse for a discussion of why car dealerships always have the worst coffee, Dana's attempt to recreate the childhood that he wished he had, and how each of their dads fell short on their birthdays. Plus, Dana has an idea for how robot babies can solve the problem of people texting while driving.

Kate Willett (The Comedy Lineup on Netflix) joins Jordan and Jesse for a discussion of the ghost town vibe of current malls, the epic house meetings that occurred at the intentional community centered around polyamory that kate lived in in NYC, and the effects of widespread pornography availability on kids' sexual expectations.

Alison Becker (Parks and Recreation, Bubble, other stuff) joins Jordan and Jesse for a discussion of the international school in Switzerland where Alison went to high school with kids of oil magnates and oligarchs, the uncomfortable time Jordan and his family had during the extended cunnilingus scene in Mary Queen of Scots when they saw it together over the holidays, and the tricky task of buying your mom a gift and what everyone got their moms for Christmas. Get your SF Sketchfest tickets now! • Judge John Hodgman is on Friday at 7pm at the Castro Theatre! • Bubble is on Friday at 10:30pm at Cobb's Comedy Club! • Jordan, Jesse, Go! is on Sunday at 1pm at The Punchline! (Now announcing TONY HALE and JOHN RODERICK as guests!) If you come to all three shows, you have the chance to win the ACTUAL "Destroy the West" robot from the show. AND if you are in the bay area and play an instrument and can come to the JJGo show on Sunday, please get in touch with us! [email protected]

Paula Poundstone (Nobody Listens to Paula Poundstone) joins Jordan and Jesse for a discussion of Paula's rain soaked ping pong party, the potentially disturbing short story Jesse's son's dictated recently, and the proper use of a bathroom hand mirror. Plus, the people have spoken and we reveal what they chose as the inspirational slogan for 2019. Get your 2019 Inspirational Slogan T-Shirt here!

Mike Mitchell and Nick Wiger (Doughboys, I Love You America, Love,) join Jordan and Jesse for a discussion of the three distinct phases of the frozen yogurt craze that has swept America for the last two decades, the idea that really hard, poorly designed video games based on popular franchises hurt children's self esteem in the 80's and 90's, and the importance of context when discussing swimming prowess or showering with others. Plus, everyone brainstorms some ideas for 2019 slogans that will get us pumped up to take on the new year. Make sure to vote for your favorite! And come see Bubble and JJGo and The Doughboys at SF Sketchfest!

Chelsea Davison (Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, @Midnight) joins Jordan and Jesse for a discussion of how even though Jesse is something of a dairy queen he can't drink a glass of milk on its own, Chelsea's friend's unbelievable hobby of "mermaiding," everyone's first cartoon crush, and the beautiful Sonic poem that Jordan saw on a bulletin board at a sandwich shop.

Brendan Hay (Harvey Street Kids, Dawn of the Croods) joins Jordan and Jesse for a discussion of the european soccer player villain in Cliffhanger who kicks people off the mountain, Brendan's desire to expand the roster of his new Netflix show based on Harvey Street characters to Casper, Richie Rich, and ultimately Baby Huey, and Jesse's deconstruction of the song Word Up by Cameo and how it cannot be about anything but a disfigured penis. Plus, Jordan asks an important question: is the culture more horny for Santa than usual this year?

Open Mike Eagle (Tights and Fights, What Happens When I Try to Relax album) joins Jordan and Jesse for a discussion of Mike's popularity on the Hip Hop Heads Reddit despite his lack of face tattoos, why Jesse went big and bought a signature Ricky Henderson batting glove on eBay, and how Mike found himself in an actual professional wrestling match after a Twitter feud with a rapping wrestler.

Glen Weldon (Pop Culture Happy Hour, The Caped Crusade Book) joins Jordan and Jesse for a discussion of the specific pain of Glen felt taking phycology for his marine biology degree as someone who is color blind, the time Jordan had a fancy afternoon of expensive olive oil tasting but ended up feeling really greasy, and the detailed back stories of the porn actors who work out at Glen's gym. Plus, Jordan gets Glen to weigh in on his new signature segment, "Which Avatar sequel are you most excited about?"

Helen Zaltzman (Answer Me This!, The Allusionist) joins Jordan and Jesse for a discussion of the overpriced poo museum (poo-seum) that Helen visited in New Zealand that didn't live up to it's theme, the Sega Genesis games that Jesse has trouble resisting at thrift stores, the lack of bedside manner in Helen's British healthcare providers, and Jordan's karaoke strategy for someone who is bad at karaoke.

Freddie Wong (RocketJump YouTube, Storybreak podcast) joins Jordan and Jesse for a discussion of the food porn that imprinted on them as children like The Berenstain Bears and Too Much Junk Food, the Halloween wealth gap that has changed the way children in 2018 trick or treat, Jordan’s misguided attempt to learn about CBD oil at his local weed shop and Freddie's persistent but unsuccessful attempts to get a Dairy Queen to to make him a discontinued Crunch Bar Blizzard with Crunch Bars he brings in from another establishment. Plus, Jordan unveils a new signature pop culture segment. We love this stuff!

Travis McElroy joins Jordan and Jesse for a discussion of Travis's new fancy (and possibly deadly) slippers he got for his trip to the Magic Castle and how it adds to his fall aesthetic of "Rogue Wizard," the time Travis's dad was frozen into a block of ice as a promotion for a car dealership, and a new memory that Jordan recently unearthed about his dad. Plus, everyone nominates someone they'd like to see as a non-canonical Doctor Who and then pinpoints the most prestigious or historic place they've taken a dump.

Chris Gethard joins Jordan and Jesse for a discussion of the crazy magazine Chris used to write for hunting down supernatural stories in New Jersey, the recent commercial Jordan saw that sold him on cooking up some Spam, the emotional conversations Chris has had with his father about his career through the years, and the time Chris frustrated a dominatrix with his notoriously small and inverted nipples. Chris's new book, Lose Well, is out now!

Virginia Jones joins Jordan and Jesse on this special sporktacular episode to talk about the horrifying audition notices she gets that are very specific about their pubic hair requirements, the truly terrifying crime-robbing that Jordan experienced this week and how it would be dramatically different if it happened last week, and the kaiju-centric museum exhibit that saved Jesse's weekend outing with his daughter. Plus, Virginia dazzles everyone with her mathematical Dracula facts and a trick to foil vampires with a handful of rice.

David Malki!, creator of the webcomic Wondermark, joins Jordan and Jesse for a discussion of his dramatic mid-business foot injury, the phantom kim chee fried rice stink cloud following Jordan around, and the gorgeous note that a mail carrier found in a mailbox on the job. Plus, Jesse attempts some home repairs with juicy results. Action Item: Postal workers, call in with your stories! 206-984-4FUN!

Actor, writer, and podcaster Janet Varney joins Jordan and Jesse for a discussion of the unusual middle ground that Werther's Original hard candy occupies, Jordan's true fear around visiting the Warner Brother's Halloween haunt this year, the opulent mcmansion Janet visited to consult a psychic medium, and the bodily fluid challenge Jordan faced on his recent whirlwind podcast promotional tour. Plus, Janet has a new show called Fortune Rookie on IFC! Action Item: Postal workers call in with your stories! 206-984-4FUN

Comedian David Gborie joins Jordan and Jesse for an exploration of songs that car horns can honk out, a detailed character rendering of David's garage grandpa neighbor Kyle, and a debate over whether or not Jordan should realize his childhood dream by buying a full-sized Ms. Pac Man arcade cabinet.

Writer and podcaster Elizabeth Laime joins Jordan and Jesse for a discussion of the special Daddy's Day Out when Jesse took his kids to the roller rink, the magical Catherine Keener-esque teacher who somehow manages to get Jesse's son to clean up, and the obnoxious toy robot that is ruining Jesse's life. Plus, Elizabeth busts out her dynamic pterodactyl impression and Jordan creates a new Ernest movie.

Dan McCoy and Elliott Kalan from the Max Fun podcast The Flop House join Jordan and Jesse for a discussion of graham crackers and other naughty breakfasts, Dan's identity as a baker in Jon Stewart's eyes, and the best songs written specifically for a movie. Plus, Jesse has some complicated questions about gray beard hairs, Elliott runs down a list of funny things his son has said recently, and Jordan describes his visit to a restaurant owned by a cult.

Kevin Porter and Caroline Ely from the podcast Good Christian Fun join Jordan and Jesse for a discussion of how many cigarettes everyone has smoked, Caroline's top breads, and the catchiness of a Christian pop punk anthem about abstinence. Plus, a cool ass baby shows up to spit on the Hippocratic Oath, and everyone does their best to punch up an orgy.

Writer and podcaster Ben Blacker joins Jordan and Jesse for a debate over what should be included in the holy trinity of dippin' sauces, a rundown of Ben's ambitious weekend including a birthday party talent show, and a new mystery from Jordan concerning his jocular swimming coach, and the discovery of a very important note from Jesse's wife that could change his life forever. Plus, Ben has a new comic book coming out called Hex Wives!

Comedian, writer, and host Guy Branum joins Jordan and Jesse for some fruit talk including the riskiness of stone fruits and the appeal of jazz apples, a warning concerning the dangers of a recreational Ricola cough drop as a gateway to more powerful cough drops, and a meditation on the anachronistic popularity of the song Stacey's Mom. Plus, Guy has a new memoir out called My Life as a Goddess. Get Guy's new book here!

Esteemed screenwriters and podcasters John August and Craig Mazin join Jordan and Jesse for a deep dive on the nuances of eating pancakes, a dissection of John's recent experience taking his daughter to see Panic! At The Disco for her first concert, and the revelation that Craig has worked with the monkey from Friends and she gets paid in yogurt. Plus, we take a few calls from couples celebrating the most wonderful time of the year -- Anal August!

Writers and podcasters Sean Clements and Hayes Davenport from The Hollywood Handbook podcast join Jordan and Jesse for a discussion of how Sean's dog Bosch has figured out the ocean, Jordan's co-working space mystery, and the time Jesse locked himself out of his cabin.

Comedians and writers Naomi Ekperigin and Andy Beckerman join Jordan and Jesse for a discussion of the childhood movies that everyone would be disappointed to hear are problematic now, the ominous tagline for the movie Christopher Robin, and the trauma of panicking during an altercation with authority. Plus, Jordan tries to make up for the cumulative damage he's done to Guy Fieri's reputation over the years with some nice compliments. Check out Naomi and Andy's podcast Couples Therapy here! And if you haven't finished BUBBLE, the whole show is available for your binging pleasure!

Culture critic and podcaster Linda Holmes joins Jordan and Jesse for a discussion of the fact that Playboys can make up a large part of a barbershop's magazine repertoire, Peter Krause's offhand comment about Sports Night during a TCA panel, and how great the Popstar deleted scenes are. Plus, the momentous occasion calls this week are particularly high stakes, involving a thrilling car chase and a very special butt. In case you've been waiting to binge the whole series, the BUBBLE finale is here! Finish out the series!

Jordan takes the reigns this week and is joined by actress and writer Mara Wilson and comedian and writer Marina Shifrin for a discussion of how Marina's father reacted to the sex stories in her new book, Mara's love of the Magnolia Park neighborhood in Burbank, and the powerful nostalgia of Empire Records. Plus, Jordan brings in some malt beverages for the beloved summer drink taste test segment. Check out Mara's Substack newsletter, "Shant We Tell the Vicar?" here! Check out Marina's new book, "30 Before 30: How I Made a Mess of My 20s, and You Can Too" here! And, of course, BUBBLE is still going strong -- episode seven is out and the big finale is coming this week! Subscribe to BUBBLE on iTunes! Or use this feed for your other podcatcher needs: https://maximumfun.org/feeds/bubble.xml

MC Paul Barman joins Jordan and Jesse to talk about the gargantuan rainstick Jesse nearly purchased at the Eagle Rock Goodwill, the highs and the lows of the La Brea Tar Pits, and Paul's new album (((echo chamber))). Plus, the guys get a momentous occasion call so exciting they consider ending the segment. Check out Paul's album here! And don't forget, BUBBLE is still going strong - listen to episode SIX now! Subscribe to BUBBLE on iTunes! Or use this feed for your other podcatcher needs: https://maximumfun.org/feeds/bubble.xml

Actress and bon vivant Janie Haddad Tompkins joins Jordan and Jesse for a discussion of how Jordan's happy place is tubing on a river even though he's never been, Jesse's daddy-daughter trip to Daiso, the Japanese Dollar Fifty Store, and Janie's plan to use speed bumps and a ghost story as a marketing technique. Plus, they get into Janie's great work on BUBBLE. Episode five is out now and they're going to be doing a panel at San Diego Comic Con this week! Get your San Diego Comic Con BUBBLE tickets here! Listen to BUBBLE today! Episode Five is out now! Subscribe to BUBBLE on iTunes! Or use this feed for your other podcatcher needs: https://maximumfun.org/feeds/bubble.xml

Comedian, TV writer, and BUBBLE writer Janine Brito joins Jordan and Jesse for a discussion of everyone's go-to sleepover movie rentals, the tale of how Janine used the Nextdoor app to keep a surprisingly valuable tortoise from being sold on the black market, and Jesse's need for Janine's (and listeners') boat expertise. Plus, Jordan coins a new summer mindset! Get your San Diego Comic Con BUBBLE tickets here! Listen to BUBBLE today! Episode Four is out now! Subscribe on iTunes! Or use this feed for your other podcatcher needs: https://maximumfun.org/feeds/bubble.xml

Actor, comedian, and photographer Steve Agee joins Jordan and Jesse to discuss Jesse's ultimate businessman power move of flying to San Francisco for lunch, Jordan's arsenal of activities that keep his fear of being bored on a plane at bay, and Jesse's experience finding the power within himself after learning how to take a nap. Also: Steve is in an upcoming episode of BUBBLE! Listen to BUBBLE today! Episode Three is out now! Subscribe on iTunes! Or use this feed for your other podcatcher needs: https://maximumfun.org/feeds/bubble.xml

Comedian, voice actress, and one of the stars of BUBBLE Cristela Alonzo joins Jordan and Jesse for a discussion of Cristela's Disneyland rider when she does voice over for Disney, the streaming commercials that viscerally upset Jordan and Jesse, and the role that the United States Post Office played in Jesse cementing his manhood. Plus, Jordan debuts a new nickname he got from a chill dude friend of a friend named Rich. LISTEN TO BUBBLE! Episode Two is out now! Subscribe on iTunes! Or use this feed for your other podcatcher needs: https://maximumfun.org/feeds/bubble.xml

Nick "Repeat" Adams joins Jordan and Jesse to talk about what memes and gifs they can create to push their new scripted sci-fi comedy podcast BUBBLE to the top of the iTunes charts, Nick's advocacy for putting a large statue or totem pole in or around your house to mark your territory, and Jesse's incredible Lyft miscommunication that left him criss-crossing Los Angeles for hours. Listen to the first episode of BUBBLE now! Subscribe on iTunes and get it to the top of those charts! Or use this feed for your other podcatcher needs: https://maximumfun.org/feeds/bubble.xml

Fan favorite Eliza Skinner joins Jordan and Jesse for a discussion of not only the abundance of confederate monuments in Eliza's hometown of Richmond, but also the thriving art community; the evocative fish dick hand motion from The Shape of Water; Annette Bening's power move during a film Q&A; and Eliza's key role in MaxFun's new scripted sci-fi comedy podcast BUBBLE. Subscribe to Bubble today! Apple iTunes Bubble on MaximumFun.Org Feed for other podcatchers: https://maximumfun.org/feeds/bubble.xml Check out the trailer now! And if you are in Los Angeles, come to the Bubble launch party on June 12th at Dynasty Typewriter! Get tickets here!

Comedian and podcaster Helen Hong joins Jordan and Jesse for a discussion of Helen's recent trip to Adana, Turkey for a USO tour, the buttwashing toilet that Jesse has in his very own home, and the generous gift Helen recently received consisting of a bag of high tech dildos. Plus, we discuss the newly-announced sci-fi comedy podcast BUBBLE created by Jordan and produced by Maximum Fun!! Subscribe! Apple iTunes Bubble on MaximumFun.Org Feed for other podcatchers: https://maximumfun.org/feeds/bubble.xml Check out the trailer now! And if you are in Los Angeles, come to the Bubble launch party on June 12th at Dynasty Typewriter! Get tickets here!

Comedian and filmmaker Hari Kondabolu is our guest on the program this week and they get into Jesse's journey on the road to loving mangoes, the power of Hari's Twitter feed to make history, and Jordan's involvement in a playlist battle between a Weezer fan and a Dave Matthews Band fan. Plus, Hari talks about his new Netflix special, Warn Your Relatives and his very public struggle with The Simpsons. SAVE THE DATE: The MaxFun Super Secret Project is dropping June 13th! There will be a STAR-STUDDED Super Secret Release Show on June 12th at Dynasty Typewriter in Los Angeles. Mark your calendars!

Podcaster, musician, and writer Allie Goertz joins Jordan and Jesse and they get into Allie's recent visit to an Austin Powers themed bar called Electric Pussycat, the new song Jordan sang to his cat Bug, what it takes to be Jesse's favorite comic book store, and the abundance of superhero statues at the MAD Magazine headquarters.

Alison Rosen joins Jordan and Jesse as they "candy up" and get into a discussion of Alison's son's media diet, the similarities of Jesse's baby Curtis to an afro-haitian dancer, and how the title of Alison's new book (Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me)) was inspired by a party thrown by Maria Menounos. Plus, Jordan has both a new dresser and a pet dilemma and a momentous occasion call helps remind everyone that there is still some magic in the world.

Bill Corbett joins the guys as Jordan recovers from shrimp overload after eating a delicious and giant shrimp po' boy sandwich for lunch and they get into the positive effect of Guy Fieri, the non-Halloween recreational usage of dry ice, and a Jesse explains how his family is handling "holiday monsters" like the Tooth Fairy and Santa. Plus, everyone goes deep on a shrimp hypothetical and Dr. Anus comes around to put a camera up everyone's butt.

Actress and comedian Aparna Nancherla joins Jordan and Jesse for a discussion of Jesse's big birthday lunch with potentially too much pie, Jordan's desire to live in another city for a short time for a showbiz job, and whether or not The Rock's ability to make a prestige film is hampered by the fact that he looks like a cartoon strong man.

Writer Ben Gruber joins Jordan and Jesse for a discussion of the instant brotherhood that men with beards share, the intricacies of Ben's job as an omnipresent PA on Where in the World is Carmen San Diego?, and the various television dancers who helped awaken each guy's burgeoning sexuality. Plus, Jordan poses a mystery concerning an encounter with a man in a track suit at a Del Taco and Ben talks about his new animated Amazon show Little Big Awesome.

Director and actor Kimmy Gatewood joins Jordan and Jesse for a discussion of her wrestling injuries from her time on Netflix's G.L.O.W., Jordan's childhood friends who had a secret Sega Genesis they hid from their strict parents, and Jesse's complicated feelings about indie wrestling and minor league basketball.

Celebrated writer and podcaster Elliott Kalan joins Jordan and Jesse for this very special MaxFunDrive episode! They get into the magical celebrity graveyard trips Elliott and his son take, Jesse's favorite museum in London, and Elliott's dream Michael B Jordan role. Plus, Laura Swisher, MaxFun's Senior Producer joins in to take calls and talk about the amazing bonus content from across the network. Now is the best time to support the shows you love!!

Griffin McElroy joins Jordan and Jesse for a very special MaxFunDrive episode! They get deep into adolescent confusions like when you should start shaving and the undiscussed phenomena of bumps under your nipples, the majesty and the fear that the Grand Canyon inspires, and the mystery behind the vampiric existence of Count from Sesame Street. If you want to be a part of the amazing group of people who support Jordan, Jesse, Go! head over to MaximumFun.org/Donate! Now is the best time to join or upgrade!

Jordan and Jesse take a break from their usual topic to chat with fellow MaxFun podcaster Renée Colvert from Can I Pet Your Dog?. They get into Jesse's recent trip to Legoland, Jordan's Santa bar crawl jaunt, and the many jobs Renée has worked throughout her life, including singing at a Macaroni Grill and getting bitten by a monkey on stage at a theme park.