Shut Up I Love It

Here’s a FREE PREVIEW of our latest Check-In Episode, aka "Shut Up Sasha and Joe." To hear more, head to https://www.patreon.com/c/ShutUpILoveItPodcastCheck-In Episode # 27: Joe's Murder Mystery dinner party. Sasha's first experience drawing a naked human body.

Jay Hunter, a famous cinematographer and director person, is also a domesticated man who loves HOME IMPROVEMENT (NOT the TV show). Episode Links: Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website

Here’s a FREE PREVIEW of our latest Check-In Episode, aka "Shut Up Sasha and Joe." To hear more, head to https://www.patreon.com/c/ShutUpILoveItPodcastCheck-In Episode # 26: Sasha and Joe explore the nature of love and friendship, suckling on one's aunt and get in a heated debate about an instagram video.

Actor and improviser David Danipour is here to love K-PAX -- not a Korean ab workout, but a 2001 film that lulls him to sleep within ten minutes, no matter the scene. In a good, soothing kind of way. Episode Links: David's Website David's IG David's YouTube Channel David's X Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website

Actor, voice over artist and production extraordinaire Alyssa Appleton is here to share how BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER gave her a voice when she needed it most. Episode Links: Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website Alyssa's IG

What exactly are LEGACY SEQUELS, and why would anyone love them? Filmmaker and comedy writer Wahab Shayek is here to explain -- using LIVE FREE OR DIE HARD (2007) as his prime example. Wahab wrote Playmates, a short heist comedy that was selected to screen at the Tasveer Film Festival. He is also a proud (self-proclaimed) Cabello Bro 4 Life. Episode Links: Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website

In this final SHUT UP I SCARE IT episode, actress Tessie Herrasti recalls the time when an EVIL ENTITY latched onto her trapezoid. Episode Links: Tessie's Website Tessie's IG Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website

Actor, writer and improviser Macklen Makhloghi wants us to SHUT UP AND SCARE about the wonderfully surface-level Stephen King film SILVER BULLET (1985) -- a movie where nothing really pays off, but no one cares that it doesn’t. Episode Links: Macklen's IG Macklen's Twitter Thread Corner Honeymoon Improv Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website

Here’s a FREE PREVIEW of our latest Check-In Episode, aka "Shut Up Sasha and Joe." To hear more, head to https://www.patreon.com/c/ShutUpILoveItPodcastCheck-In Episode # 25: Killing things in your script. He was a Gilmore boy all along. Believing a cartoon when a turtle crawls out of its shell.

Producer and comedy man Gil Baron is back ​for a SHUT UP ​I SCARE ​e​episode about THE REAL GHOSTBUSTERS, the animated spin-off of the 1984 classic film that he calls “a perfect intro to horror.” Nostalgia for it has even struck people who grew up in Siberia. Episode Links: Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website

Actor and comedian Shane Hartline (Obi-Wan Kenobi, Station 19) is back for our very first SHUT UP I SCARE IT! Shane’s heart forever belongs to Sam, the pumpkin-headed trick-or-treater from the spooky cult favorite T​RICK'R TREAT (2007). Episode Links: Shane's TikTok Shane's IG Shane's X Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website

Here’s a FREE PREVIEW of our latest Check-In Episode, aka "Shut Up Sasha and Joe." To hear more, head to https://www.patreon.com/c/ShutUpILoveItPodcastCheck-In Episode # 24: Alien: Earth. The inner workings of the podcast. Covid and throwing up.

Welcome to our first ever SHUT UP I REWATCH IT! Writer and Army veteran Rachael B joins us to revisit MOONLIGHTING, the hit ’80s TV series starring the feuding Bruce Willis and Cybill Shepherd. Note: this show is *NOT* BOSOM BUDDIES. Episode Links: Rachael's IG Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website

Here’s a FREE PREVIEW of our latest Check-In Episode, aka "Shut Up Sasha and Joe." To hear more, head to https://www.patreon.com/c/ShutUpILoveItPodcastCheck-In Episode # 23: In this episode Sasha talks about the superhuman powers that being a parent can give you.A little backstory: During the LA fires, Joe was near the Eton fire, Sasha was right by the Kenneth fire, and we were checking in on everyone -- each other, our friends, anyone who crossed our minds. This is when we remembered something important: we’re old friends with a lot of ridiculous history. So we decided to make it a thing—a weekly check-in where we catch up, talk about all the stuff outside the usual episode topics, reminisce about the Golden Age of Improv, spill the hot goss, and share whatever pop culture or art has us hooked that week.These weekly check-ins are now living over on Patreon. If you love the podcast and can’t get enough of this undeniable chemistry, come hang out with us there.

After years of anxiety about his imminent BALDNESS, Evan Kananack finally shaved his head—and it turned out to be the best decision of his life... except for those times he gets mistaken for other bald guys. Evan is a writer, director, champion of the Hero's journey, and marketing agency creative director for branded content, nationally televised commercials, and documentaries. Episode Links: Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website

When filmmaker and producer Julian Vargas first saw F FOR FAKE (1973), Orson Welles’ film/essay/doc, he immediately had to watch it again. A story about an art forger and a lying biographer, it’s ultimately a window into the heart of one of cinema’s greats. Come to the screening of Julian's two films at Coaxial Arts, 1815 S Main Street, Sunday, October 19th from 7PM - 10PM (@coaxialarts) Episode Links: Julian's IG Julian's Production Company Film & Fabric Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website

Here’s a FREE PREVIEW of our latest Check-In Episode, aka "Shut Up Sasha and Joe." To hear more, head to https://www.patreon.com/c/ShutUpILoveItPodcastCheck-In Episode # 22: Coffee's for (jacuzzi) closers. The not-wet dream about Nathan Fielder....and an announcement of SHUT UP I SCARE IT!A little backstory: During the LA fires, Joe was near the Eton fire, Sasha was right by the Kenneth fire, and we were checking in on everyone -- each other, our friends, anyone who crossed our minds. This is when we remembered something important: we’re old friends with a lot of ridiculous history. So we decided to make it a thing—a weekly check-in where we catch up, talk about all the stuff outside the usual episode topics, reminisce about the Golden Age of Improv, spill the hot goss, and share whatever pop culture or art has us hooked that week.These weekly check-ins are now living over on Patreon. If you love the podcast and can’t get enough of this undeniable chemistry, come hang out with us there.

Nate be talkin' Nate, once again. That's right, comedian and improviser Nate Ballard is back to discuss Nathan Fielder's masterpiece REHEARSAL, SEASON 2. Episode Links: Thread Corner Honeymoon Improv Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website

Here’s a FREE PREVIEW of our latest Check-In Episode, aka "Shut Up Sasha and Joe." To hear more, head to https://www.patreon.com/c/ShutUpILoveItPodcastCheck-In Episode # 21: A recent trip to not really "Big Bear." An awkward/painful situation with a former friend.A little backstory: During the LA fires, Joe was near the Eton fire, Sasha was right by the Kenneth fire, and we were checking in on everyone -- each other, our friends, anyone who crossed our minds. This is when we remembered something important: we’re old friends with a lot of ridiculous history. So we decided to make it a thing—a weekly check-in where we catch up, talk about all the stuff outside the usual episode topics, reminisce about the Golden Age of Improv, spill the hot goss, and share whatever pop culture or art has us hooked that week.These weekly check-ins are now living over on Patreon. If you love the podcast and can’t get enough of this undeniable chemistry, come hang out with us there.

Comedian Erica Dawson -- who once blessed us with some nasty stuff — is back, this time to sing the praises of SHAKESPEARE. Episode Links: Erica's IG Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website

Writer, performer and animator Conner Shin is back with another dark topic: TRUE CRIME. Are we all just in one big schadenfreude trip or is there actually some value in it? Episode Links: Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website

Here’s a FREE PREVIEW of our latest Check-In Episode, aka "Shut Up Sasha and Joe." To hear more, head to https://www.patreon.com/c/ShutUpILoveItPodcastCheck-In Episode # 20: This episode explodes out of the gate with pure panic and chaos, courtesy of our most trusted companions and occasional troublemakers: our pets. What starts as mayhem quickly spirals into stories unexpectedly all about our furry friends. Don’t worry though, every tail-wagging star made it out safe and sound.A little backstory: During the LA fires, Joe was near the Eton fire, Sasha was right by the Kenneth fire, and we were checking in on everyone -- each other, our friends, anyone who crossed our minds. This is when we remembered something important: we’re old friends with a lot of ridiculous history. So we decided to make it a thing—a weekly check-in where we catch up, talk about all the stuff outside the usual episode topics, reminisce about the Golden Age of Improv, spill the hot goss, and share whatever pop culture or art has us hooked that week.These weekly check-ins are now living over on Patreon. If you love the podcast and can’t get enough of this undeniable chemistry, come hang out with us there.

Comedian Mike Glazer is here to defend the airport BAGGAGE CLAIM, "the last place of honesty that we have in this country." Episode Links: Mike's IG Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website

Here’s a FREE PREVIEW of our latest Check-In Episode, aka "Shut Up Sasha and Joe." To hear more, head to https://www.patreon.com/c/ShutUpILoveItPodcastCheck-In Episode # 19: Coming to terms with death. Also, Joe teaches Sasha about poop knives.A little backstory: During the LA fires, Joe was near the Eton fire, Sasha was right by the Kenneth fire, and we were checking in on everyone -- each other, our friends, anyone who crossed our minds. This is when we remembered something important: we’re old friends with a lot of ridiculous history. So we decided to make it a thing—a weekly check-in where we catch up, talk about all the stuff outside the usual episode topics, reminisce about the Golden Age of Improv, spill the hot goss, and share whatever pop culture or art has us hooked that week.These weekly check-ins are now living over on Patreon. If you love the podcast and can’t get enough of this undeniable chemistry, come hang out with us there.

Fans of Jay Hunter, rejoice. Today he brings on one of the greatest TV shows of all time, SCAVENGERS REIGN, an epic sci-fi animation masterpiece that, tragically, only got one season. F*** you, Zaslav. Episode Links: Pod Ween Satan Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website

Here’s a FREE PREVIEW of our latest Check-In Episode, aka "Shut Up Sasha and Joe." To hear more, head to https://www.patreon.com/c/ShutUpILoveItPodcastCheck-In Episode # 18: My first cigarillo. Turning into a tree stump. The Obama disappointment.A little backstory: During the LA fires, Joe was near the Eton fire, Sasha was right by the Kenneth fire, and we were checking in on everyone -- each other, our friends, anyone who crossed our minds. This is when we remembered something important: we’re old friends with a lot of ridiculous history. So we decided to make it a thing—a weekly check-in where we catch up, talk about all the stuff outside the usual episode topics, reminisce about the Golden Age of Improv, spill the hot goss, and share whatever pop culture or art has us hooked that week.These weekly check-ins are now living over on Patreon. If you love the podcast and can’t get enough of this undeniable chemistry, come hang out with us there.

Rapper, filmmaker and host Adam Protextor is here to discuss Day of the Dead (1985), Romero’s badass zombie nightmare that digs into the dehumanizing effects of survival when civilization collapses. Episode Links: Adam's IG Adam's TikTok Adam's Website babylionstudios.com Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website

Here’s a FREE PREVIEW of our latest Check-In Episode, aka "Shut Up Sasha and Joe." To hear more, head to https://www.patreon.com/c/ShutUpILoveItPodcastCheck-In Episode # 17: First experiences with rated R movies!A little backstory: During the LA fires, Joe was near the Eton fire, Sasha was right by the Kenneth fire, and we were checking in on everyone -- each other, our friends, anyone who crossed our minds. This is when we remembered something important: we’re old friends with a lot of ridiculous history. So we decided to make it a thing—a weekly check-in where we catch up, talk about all the stuff outside the usual episode topics, reminisce about the Golden Age of Improv, spill the hot goss, and share whatever pop culture or art has us hooked that week.These weekly check-ins are now living over on Patreon. If you love the podcast and can’t get enough of this undeniable chemistry, come hang out with us there.

Can you use blunt language and still function in society? Comedian and podcaster Erick Hellwig—aka Death on America's Got Talent and host of Podcast Hell with Erick Hellwig—thinks it’s the only way. Episode Links: Erick's YouTube Channel Podcast Hell Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website

Here’s a FREE PREVIEW of our latest Check-In Episode, aka "Shut Up Sasha and Joe." To hear more, head to https://www.patreon.com/c/ShutUpILoveItPodcastCheck-In Episode # 16: The newest chapter in Joe's job journey. Late 30s: a reality or another false assumption? A harrowing battle against Hand, Foot, and Mouth. A little backstory: During the LA fires, Joe was near the Eton fire, Sasha was right by the Kenneth fire, and we were checking in on everyone -- each other, our friends, anyone who crossed our minds. This is when we remembered something important: we’re old friends with a lot of ridiculous history. So we decided to make it a thing—a weekly check-in where we catch up, talk about all the stuff outside the usual episode topics, reminisce about the Golden Age of Improv, spill the hot goss, and share whatever pop culture or art has us hooked that week.These weekly check-ins are now living over on Patreon. If you love the podcast and can’t get enough of this undeniable chemistry, come hang out with us there.

Writer and Army veteran Rachael B is back with the Wachowskis’ directorial debut and cult classic—the lesbian neo-noir crime thriller BOUND (1996). Episode Links: Rachael's IG Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website

Comedian and voice actor Jeremy Bent (Comedy Central, Maximum Fun’s EUROVANGELISTS) is here to praise MAD MAX 2: THE ROAD WARRIOR (1981), one of the greatest movies ever made, plain and simple. Episode Links: Jeremy's IG Jeremy's Bluesky Eurovangelists IG Eurovangelists Bluesky Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website

Comedian Erica Dawson is here to get NASTY. We’re all getting nasty in this one. Just watch. Content warnings all over this thing. Episode Links: Erica's IG Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website

Actor and improviser David Danipour is blessing us with a conversation about Superman III, starring Christopher Reeve and Richard Pryor, who appears to be in his own completely separate movie, but it’s Richard Pryor, so who are we to complain? Episode Links: David's Website David's IG David's YouTube Channel David's X Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website

Here’s a FREE PREVIEW of our latest Check-In Episode, aka "Shut Up Sasha and Joe." To hear more, head to https://www.patreon.com/c/ShutUpILoveItPodcastCheck-In Episode # 15: A lesson in what a lovechild actually is. Karate tournaments outside of your age group. Outdoor movie night and a mysterious baby shower. Another one of Joe's job updates.A little backstory: During the LA fires, Joe was near the Eton fire, Sasha was right by the Kenneth fire, and we were checking in on everyone -- each other, our friends, anyone who crossed our minds. This is when we remembered something important: we’re old friends with a lot of ridiculous history. So we decided to make it a thing—a weekly check-in where we catch up, talk about all the stuff outside the usual episode topics, reminisce about the Golden Age of Improv, spill the hot goss, and share whatever pop culture or art has us hooked that week.These weekly check-ins are now living over on Patreon. If you love the podcast and can’t get enough of this undeniable chemistry, come hang out with us there.

Artist, performer and art teacher Lady Beaver is here to share the tale about DOING BAD KARAOKE ON YOUTUBE LIVE --an experience so life-changing, it just might have gotten her shunned by a high-profile Hollywood community. Episode Links: Lady Beaver IG Lady Beaver's Art IG City of Screwdale IG City of Screwdale YouTube Lady Beaver YouTube Lady Beaver TikTok City of Screwdale Reddit Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website

Writer and indie comics creator Allen Wu knows why DANDADAN (2023) blew up​.​.. but he swears there’s way more to it than the whole “no genitals” thing. Episode Links: My Internet Friends Linktree Allen's personal Linktree Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website

Here’s a FREE PREVIEW of our latest Check-In Episode, aka "Shut Up Sasha and Joe." To hear more, head to https://www.patreon.com/c/ShutUpILoveItPodcastCheck-In Episode # 14: The power of confidence. Being a hat guy thanks to Monsterpalooza. Joe's ongoing existential journey of employment.A little backstory: During the LA fires, Joe was near the Eton fire, Sasha was right by the Kenneth fire, and we were checking in on everyone -- each other, our friends, anyone who crossed our minds. This is when we remembered something important: we’re old friends with a lot of ridiculous history. So we decided to make it a thing—a weekly check-in where we catch up, talk about all the stuff outside the usual episode topics, reminisce about the Golden Age of Improv, spill the hot goss, and share whatever pop culture or art has us hooked that week.These weekly check-ins are now living over on Patreon. If you love the podcast and can’t get enough of this undeniable chemistry, come hang out with us there.

Actress Keila Dolle (Airplane 2025) is back​, this time to defend being ​someone happy, carefree, and​ to ​m​any, wildly antagonizing… ​a D​ISNEY ADULT. Episode Links: Airplane 2025 Keila's IG Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website

Here’s a FREE PREVIEW of our latest Check-In Episode, aka "Shut Up Sasha and Joe." To hear more, head to https://www.patreon.com/c/ShutUpILoveItPodcastCheck-In Episode # 13: A recharging vacation in Santa Barbara. The challenges of editing a new book. An update about the mystery art teacher. A potential new health threat.A little backstory: During the LA fires, Joe was near the Eton fire, Sasha was right by the Kenneth fire, and we were checking in on everyone -- each other, our friends, anyone who crossed our minds. This is when we remembered something important: we’re old friends with a lot of ridiculous history. So we decided to make it a thing—a weekly check-in where we catch up, talk about all the stuff outside the usual episode topics, reminisce about the Golden Age of Improv, spill the hot goss, and share whatever pop culture or art has us hooked that week.These weekly check-ins are now living over on Patreon. If you love the podcast and can’t get enough of this undeniable chemistry, come hang out with us there.

Writer, performer and animator Conner Shin is here to profess their love of dolls​ and not just Barbie but delicate, child-dangerous Victorian glass dolls that definitely blink when you’re not looking. We also dig into the possible psychopaths we know. Episode Links: Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website

Here’s a FREE PREVIEW of our latest Check-In Episode, aka "Shut Up Sasha and Joe." To hear more, head to https://www.patreon.com/c/ShutUpILoveItPodcastCheck-In Episode # 12: Sasha's harrowing story of a coyote attack. Joe's update on his trigger finger conditionThe mystery of Sasha's art teacher resolved.A little backstory: During the LA fires, Joe was near the Eton fire, Sasha was right by the Kenneth fire, and we were checking in on everyone -- each other, our friends, anyone who crossed our minds. This is when we remembered something important: we’re old friends with a lot of ridiculous history. So we decided to make it a thing—a weekly check-in where we catch up, talk about all the stuff outside the usual episode topics, reminisce about the Golden Age of Improv, spill the hot goss, and share whatever pop culture or art has us hooked that week.These weekly check-ins are now living over on Patreon. If you love the podcast and can’t get enough of this undeniable chemistry, come hang out with us there.

Ballerino and director Stephen Sanow is here to declare REVENGE OF THE SITH (2005) the greatest of all the Star Wars movies. With one host fully on board and the other less than invested, do we need to summon an imaginary provocateur to challenge this unorthodox take? Episode Links: Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website

Here’s a FREE PREVIEW of our latest Check-In Episode, aka "Shut Up Sasha and Joe." To hear more, head to https://www.patreon.com/c/ShutUpILoveItPodcastCheck-In Episode # 11: Odd blood transfusions. Ice baths. The human centipede. Sasha's art teacher mystery.A little backstory: During the LA fires, Joe was near the Eton fire, Sasha was right by the Kenneth fire, and we were checking in on everyone -- each other, our friends, anyone who crossed our minds. This is when we remembered something important: we’re old friends with a lot of ridiculous history. So we decided to make it a thing—a weekly check-in where we catch up, talk about all the stuff outside the usual episode topics, reminisce about the Golden Age of Improv, spill the hot goss, and share whatever pop culture or art has us hooked that week.These weekly check-ins are now living over on Patreon. If you love the podcast and can’t get enough of this undeniable chemistry, come hang out with us there.

When writer, director and actor Jeff Dickamore learned to speak fluent French, he also learned to love the people that come with it. Yes, this is the episode where we find out why you should love the French—or at the very least, why Jeff does. Episode Links: Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website

Here’s a FREE PREVIEW of our latest Check-In Episode, aka "Shut Up Sasha and Joe." To hear more, head to https://www.patreon.com/c/ShutUpILoveItPodcastCheck-In Episode # 10: Joe's recent karate tournament. Joe's BIG announcement! Joe's talking A LOT in this one.A little backstory: During the LA fires, Joe was near the Eton fire, Sasha was right by the Kenneth fire, and we were checking in on everyone -- each other, our friends, anyone who crossed our minds. This is when we remembered something important: we’re old friends with a lot of ridiculous history. So we decided to make it a thing—a weekly check-in where we catch up, talk about all the stuff outside the usual episode topics, reminisce about the Golden Age of Improv, spill the hot goss, and share whatever pop culture or art has us hooked that week.These weekly check-ins are now living over on Patreon. If you love the podcast and can’t get enough of this undeniable chemistry, come hang out with us there.

Comedian Ken Breese is a straight man who fell in love with Luca Guadagnino’s QUEER (2024), a poorly titled movie that’ll either blow your mind in the final act or have you walking away from your TV couch wondering what just happened. Episode Links: Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website

Here’s a FREE PREVIEW of our latest Check-In Episode, aka "Shut Up Sasha and Joe." To hear more, head to https://www.patreon.com/c/ShutUpILoveItPodcastCheck-In Episode # 9: Sasha and Joe once again check in to tell tales of weirdos during the overnight shift, health advice, and Sasha's experience watching the kids all by herself.A little backstory: During the LA fires, Joe was near the Eton fire, Sasha was right by the Kenneth fire, and we were checking in on everyone -- each other, our friends, anyone who crossed our minds. This is when we remembered something important: we’re old friends with a lot of ridiculous history. So we decided to make it a thing—a weekly check-in where we catch up, talk about all the stuff outside the usual episode topics, reminisce about the Golden Age of Improv, spill the hot goss, and share whatever pop culture or art has us hooked that week.These weekly check-ins are now living over on Patreon. If you love the podcast and can’t get enough of this undeniable chemistry, come hang out with us there.

Is there more than one way to skin a… rabbit? We still don’t know—but writer, performer and animator Conner Shin just might. Not only are they a proud admirer of TAXIDERMY… they’ve also been, let’s just say, disturbingly hands-on. Conner has written on two seasons of Harley Quinn and most recently appeared in And Just Like That. Episode Links: Conner’s UCB show Script Anatomy Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website

Here’s a FREE PREVIEW of our latest Check-In Episode, aka "Shut Up Sasha and Joe." To hear more, head to https://www.patreon.com/c/ShutUpILoveItPodcastCheck-In Episode # 8: The tales of weirdos during the overnight shift. More health advice. The turbulences of single parenting while partner is away.A little backstory: During the LA fires, Joe was near the Eton fire, Sasha was right by the Kenneth fire, and we were checking in on everyone -- each other, our friends, anyone who crossed our minds. This is when we remembered something important: we’re old friends with a lot of ridiculous history. So we decided to make it a thing—a weekly check-in where we catch up, talk about all the stuff outside the usual episode topics, reminisce about the Golden Age of Improv, spill the hot goss, and share whatever pop culture or art has us hooked that week.These weekly check-ins are now living over on Patreon. If you love the podcast and can’t get enough of this undeniable chemistry, come hang out with us there.