

Gilbert Gottfried's Amazing Colossal Podcast
Gilbert Gottfried's Amazing Colossal Podcast
Comedian and actor Gilbert Gottfried, a man Stephen King once called “a national treasure,” talks with the show business legends, icons and behind-the-scenes talents who shaped his childhood and influenced his comedy. Along with co-host and fellow pop culture fanatic Frank Santopadre, Gilbert is joined by comics, actors, musicians, talk show hosts, writers and other eyewitnesses to Hollywood history, including Bruce Dern, Chevy Chase, “Weird Al” Yankovic, Adam West, Steve Buscemi, Micky Dolenz, Jim Gaffigan, Judd Apatow and DOZENS more, for a funny, frenetic, fly-on-the-wall look at showbiz then and now (but mostly then.) Gilbert Gottfried’s Amazing Colossal Podcast was named "Best Podcast of 2015" by the Village Voice and one of iTunes' "Best of 2014." It has been featured in Rolling Stone, Wired and the Los Angeles Times.
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May 5, 2016 • 22min
Mini-Ep #58: Robots Redux and Legends of the Superheroes
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

May 2, 2016 • 1h 31min
101. Steven Weber
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

Apr 28, 2016 • 24min
Mini-Ep #57: MORE Comfort Movies
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

Apr 25, 2016 • 1h 5min
100. LIVE at SiriusXM
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

Apr 23, 2016 • 2min
Nominate GILBERT GOTTFRIED'S AMAZING COLOSSAL PODCAST for the 2016 Podcast Awards
Go to podcastawards.com/ and nominate GILBERT GOTTFRIED'S AMAZING COLOSSAL PODCAST in the categories for PEOPLE’S CHOICE and TV & FILM.
Share your support on Twitter by tagging @podcastawards and using the hashtag #pca16.
The deadline for nominations is 4/30 so don't wait and nominate the show now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 21, 2016 • 20min
Mini-Ep #56: Robots! Robots! Robots!
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

Apr 18, 2016 • 1h 34min
99. Mark Hudson
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

Apr 14, 2016 • 25min
Mini-Ep #55: Hello Down There and Comfort movies
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

Apr 11, 2016 • 1h 40min
98. Illeana Douglas
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

Apr 7, 2016 • 27min
Mini-Ep #54: MORE Cop Buddy Movies and Unsung Films Of The 70's
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


