The Adam and Dr. Drew Show

Wild tales about a manager's latest antics and a revived passage on arming teachers sparking a heated debate. A study about kids losing the ability to sit through movies fuels a conversation on unplugging. Stories about going off-grid, Americans skipping home cooking, an ICE arrest video, and catalytic converter thefts round out the chaotic mix.

Anderson Cowan, a producer/engineer known for his work on Loveline, talks about crowdfunding his film Groupers. He outlines the film’s premise about bullying and why he chose Seed&Spark. Technical choices, budget ranges, supporter perks and Black Mirror–style inspirations also come up in a lively conversation.

Rudy Pavich, comedian and fill-in co-host known for quick wit and improv, joins to spar with Adam in unscripted banter. They riff on final days and awkward funerals. They dig into step-parent roles and whether motivation is innate. They mock performative political language around homelessness and debate practical responses to school safety. Conversations blend personal stories with sharp comedic takes.

They dig into YouTube restrictions and debate why certain political videos get age-labeled. Adam recounts his participation in short conservative videos and they puzzle over algorithmic censorship. Callers bring real-life problems, from a father turning into a hoarder to a persistent chirping smoke detector. Practical troubleshooting and reflections on broadcasting and clutter round out the chat.

They reminisce about 1970s films and cultural attitudes toward youth and exploitation. Adam recounts his post‑high school job hunt and first grueling construction gig. Practical carpentry tips and trade apprenticeship stories come up. They debate politics around Malibu rebuilding permits and react to a viral William Shatner cereal commercial.

Live-from-the-boat stories about cruising life and how communal spaces shape behavior. A conversation comparing sportsmanship and political decorum. Listener questions spark talk on vaccines and parenting dilemmas. Personal anecdotes about fatherhood, kids' antics, and a preview of a documentary on free speech.

They debate global chaos and political anxiety while dissecting whether governing has been replaced by symbolic representation. The conversation critiques toxic compassion in policy and how local leaders' choices shape homelessness outcomes. They examine rebuilding in Malibu, explaining coastal engineering, permits, and why reconstruction is slow and costly. Language and euphemism shifts in politics also come under fire.

Live banter from a cruise ship with stories about getting lost on board and standout karaoke moments. They riff on cruise culture, daytime drinking and ship Wi Fi woes. Conversation turns to why talented people often miss stardom and how society has drifted away from valuing the middle. Mental health and simple living come up as part of reclaiming balance.

Jeremy Barker, serial entrepreneur and inventor who founded Murphy Door and Murphy Ladder, shares his rise from living in his truck to building a multimillion-dollar hidden-door hardware brand. He talks about inventing a pivot hinge for heavy concealed doors. He explores hidden rooms, speakeasies, manufacturing scale, trademark battles, and why he moved operations back to Utah.

They trace the origin and modern overuse of the term gaslighting. They debate gendered argument styles and shifting social leadership. They weigh media narratives on immigration, walls, and terrorism. They discuss school safety and political theater. They riff on music taste, the Jayhawks, and why popular culture often favors lesser art.