Dave and Ethan review the May 8, 2022 “Weird Al” Yankovic concert at The Flynn in Burlington, Vermont from The Unfortunate Return Of The Ridiculously Self-Indulgent Ill-Advised Vanity Tour. ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, and fandom of “Weird Al” Yankovic . Hosted by Dave “Elvis” Rossi and Ethan Ullman , two Weird Al super fans, collectors, and historians - the podcast aims to spread the joy of Weird Al and his music while d...
Jun 01, 2022•2 hr
Dave and Ethan are joined by comic book creator and Weird Al super-fan Jeff McClelland to discuss the just-announced graphic novel he is contributing to, The Illustrated Al: The Songs of “Weird Al” Yankovic , due out fall/winter 2022! ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, and fandom of “Weird Al” Yankovic . Hosted by Dave “Elvis” Rossi and Ethan Ullman , two Weird Al super fans, collectors, and historians - the podcast aims to spr...
May 25, 2022•39 min•Ep. 159
Dave and Ethan review the May 7, 2022 “Weird Al” Yankovic concert at Chevalier Theatre in Medford, Massachusetts from The Unfortunate Return Of The Ridiculously Self-Indulgent Ill-Advised Vanity Tour. ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, and fandom of “Weird Al” Yankovic . Hosted by Dave “Elvis” Rossi and Ethan Ullman , two Weird Al super fans, collectors, and historians - the podcast aims to spread the joy of Weird Al and his mu...
May 24, 2022•1 hr 29 min
Dave and Ethan review the May 6, 2022 “Weird Al” Yankovic concert at Chevalier Theatre in Medford, Massachusetts from The Unfortunate Return Of The Ridiculously Self-Indulgent Ill-Advised Vanity Tour. ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, and fandom of “Weird Al” Yankovic . Hosted by Dave “Elvis” Rossi and Ethan Ullman , two Weird Al super fans, collectors, and historians - the podcast aims to spread the joy of Weird Al and his mu...
May 23, 2022•1 hr 24 min
Dave and Ethan are joined by Dan Avidan (Danny Sexbang) & Brian Wecht (Ninja Brian) of the comedy music band Ninja Sex Party! They talk about their love of Weird Al, his influence on their music, and when Weird Al was a guest on Game Grumps ! ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, and fandom of “Weird Al” Yankovic . Hosted by Dave “Elvis” Rossi and Ethan Ullman , two Weird Al super fans, collectors, and historians - the podcast...
May 18, 2022•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 158
Dave and Ethan review the May 4, 2022 “Weird Al” Yankovic concert at Garde Arts Center in New London, Connecticut from The Unfortunate Return Of The Ridiculously Self-Indulgent Ill-Advised Vanity Tour. ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, and fandom of “Weird Al” Yankovic . Hosted by Dave “Elvis” Rossi and Ethan Ullman , two Weird Al super fans, collectors, and historians - the podcast aims to spread the joy of Weird Al and his m...
May 17, 2022•1 hr 15 min
Dave, Ethan, and special guest Alexis Adams review the May 1, 2022 “Weird Al” Yankovic concert at Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom in Hampton Beach, New Hampshire from The Unfortunate Return Of The Ridiculously Self-Indulgent Ill-Advised Vanity Tour. ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, and fandom of “Weird Al” Yankovic . Hosted by Dave “Elvis” Rossi and Ethan Ullman , two Weird Al super fans, collectors, and historians - the podcas...
May 13, 2022•1 hr 40 min
Dave and Ethan review the April 30, 2022 “Weird Al” Yankovic concert at Collins Center for the Arts in Orono, Maine from The Unfortunate Return Of The Ridiculously Self-Indulgent Ill-Advised Vanity Tour. ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, and fandom of “Weird Al” Yankovic . Hosted by Dave “Elvis” Rossi and Ethan Ullman , two Weird Al super fans, collectors, and historians - the podcast aims to spread the joy of Weird Al and his...
May 11, 2022•1 hr 13 min
Dave and Ethan review the April 29, 2022 "Weird Al" Yankovic concert at Zeiterion Performing Arts Center in New Bedford, Massachusetts from The Unfortunate Return Of The Ridiculously Self-Indulgent Ill-Advised Vanity Tour. ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, and fandom of “Weird Al” Yankovic . Hosted by Dave “Elvis” Rossi and Ethan Ullman , two Weird Al super fans, collectors, and historians - the podcast aims to spread the joy ...
May 09, 2022•1 hr 34 min
Dave, Ethan, and special guest Jackie Rossi review the April 27, 2022 "Weird Al" Yankovic concert at The Egg in Albany, New York from The Unfortunate Return Of The Ridiculously Self-Indulgent Ill-Advised Vanity Tour. ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, and fandom of “Weird Al” Yankovic . Hosted by Dave “Elvis” Rossi and Ethan Ullman , two Weird Al super fans, collectors, and historians - the podcast aims to spread the joy of Wei...
May 07, 2022•1 hr 56 min
Dave and Ethan recap their unbelievable week as they discuss something inconceivable that happened at Weird Al’s first show of The Unfortunate Return Of The Ridiculously Self-Indulgent Ill-Advised Vanity Tour, and address some Weird rumors that came about due to the release of the brand new teaser trailer for Weird Al’s new film. ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, and fandom of “Weird Al” Yankovic . Hosted by Dave “Elvis” Rossi...
May 04, 2022•40 min•Ep. 157
Headline News Special Report #7: The teaser trailer for “Weird Al” Yankovic’s upcoming full-length biopic WEIRD: The Al Yankovic Story was released earlier today by Roku. The teaser trailer shares a first look at the film, including Daniel Radcliffe's role as the titular character. ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, and fandom of “Weird Al” Yankovic . Hosted by Dave “Elvis” Rossi and Ethan Ullman , two Weird Al super fans, coll...
May 03, 2022•3 min
Dave, Ethan, and special guests UHJeff Nucera and Jackie Rossi review the April 26, 2022 "Weird Al" Yankovic concert at Bardavon 1869 Opera House in Poughkeepsie, New York from The Unfortunate Return Of The Ridiculously Self-Indulgent Ill-Advised Vanity Tour. ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, and fandom of “Weird Al” Yankovic . Hosted by Dave “Elvis” Rossi and Ethan Ullman , two Weird Al super fans, collectors, and historians ...
May 03, 2022•1 hr 34 min
Dave and Ethan interview the king of the spreadsheets himself - Brad Hebert! Brad is the Weird Al fan that created the infamous spreadsheet that meticulously catalogued every song played on the 2018 Ridiculously Self-Indulgent Ill-Advised Vanity Tour. On the heels of the new tour, will Brad continue his royal reign in 2022? And just what DOES he have printed on his bedsheets? ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, and fandom of “We...
Apr 27, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 156
Dave and Ethan share their initial thoughts on the new merchandise for Weird Al’s upcoming The Unfortunate Return Of The Ridiculously Self-Indulgent Ill-Advised Vanity Tour. ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, and fandom of “Weird Al” Yankovic . Hosted by Dave “Elvis” Rossi and Ethan Ullman , two Weird Al super fans, collectors, and historians - the podcast aims to spread the joy of Weird Al and his music while digging deep and ...
Apr 26, 2022•1 hr 38 min
Dave and Ethan kick off their Ridiculously Self-Indulgent Bonus Episodes: The Unfortunate Return of Dave & Ethan’s Weird Al Concert Reviews series with a discussion of their plans for Weird Al's unprecedented 27-week tour, including which shows they intend to attend. ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, and fandom of “Weird Al” Yankovic . Hosted by Dave “Elvis” Rossi and Ethan Ullman , two Weird Al super fans, collectors, and...
Apr 25, 2022•1 hr 10 min
Dave and Ethan conclude their interview with Lily E. Hirsch, author of the brand new expanded edition paperback, Weird Al Seriously . Lily learns what Dave and Ethan didn't agree with in her new book, and shares insights into her future projects. ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, and fandom of “Weird Al” Yankovic . Hosted by Dave “Elvis” Rossi and Ethan Ullman , two Weird Al super fans, collectors, and historians - the podcast...
Apr 20, 2022•45 min•Ep. 155
Dave and Ethan welcome author Lily E. Hirsch back to the podcast to discuss the brand new expanded paperback edition of her excellent book, Weird Al Seriously . Lily talks about what was missing from the original version of the book and the important role Dave & Ethan's 2000" Weird Al Podcast played in writing this new version of the book. ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, and fandom of “Weird Al” Yankovic . Hosted by Dave...
Apr 13, 2022•51 min•Ep. 154
Dave and Ethan finish their interview with Ludicris Lorri MacMillan (O'Grady) of The Dr. Demento Show . Lorri shares stories of when she dated Weird Al in 1980, including their adventures going to The Dr. Demento Show , recording The Weird Al Show on his college radio station, hi-jinx in and around San Luis Obispo, and seeing The Knack with Weird Al (and his special gift for the band). ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, and fan...
Apr 06, 2022•40 min•Ep. 153
Dave and Ethan interview Ludicris Lorri MacMillan (O'Grady) of The Dr. Demento Show . Not only is Lorri a fan and friend of Weird Al - she dated him in 1980! Lorri also owns the original handwritten "My Bologna" lyrics as published in Stephen Bishop's Songs in the Rough book. ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, and fandom of “Weird Al” Yankovic . Hosted by Dave “Elvis” Rossi and Ethan Ullman , two Weird Al super fans, collectors...
Mar 30, 2022•44 min•Ep. 152
Dave and Ethan welcome puzzle masters Eric Berlin and Joe Bohanon to the podcast. Eric constructed a crossword puzzle with Weird Al for the New York Times , and together, Eric and Joe were part of a very special and obscure Weird Al appearance at the 2022 MIT Mystery Hunt. Johnny O'Hern also pops in to discuss Weird Al's new project with American Greetings. Be sure to visit our website for links to the supporting material and puzzles that we mention in this episode. ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & ...
Mar 23, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 151
Dave and Ethan present an interview that Ethan recorded with "Weird Al" Yankovic himself back in 2011. Dave and Ethan talk about their recent travels and Ethan reveals that he listened to Weird Al music with William Shatner. ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, and fandom of “Weird Al” Yankovic . Hosted by Dave “Elvis” Rossi and Ethan Ullman , two Weird Al super fans, collectors, and historians - the podcast aims to spread the jo...
Mar 16, 2022•48 min•Ep. 150
Rubén Valtierra joins Dave and Ethan for the second half of his interview on the heels of the new Weird Al tour. While discussing playing keyboard with Weird Al, Rubén takes the listening audience through a typical day on tour, tells ghost stories, and even names his favorite and least favorite songs to perform. ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, and fandom of “Weird Al” Yankovic . Hosted by Dave “Elvis” Rossi and Ethan Ullman ...
Mar 09, 2022•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 149
Dave and Ethan are once again joined by Rubén Valtierra - Weird Al's hilarious longtime keyboard player! Rubén discusses what to expect from the new Weird Al tour as well as how he prepares for the tour. Rubén also talks about how he's been keeping busy between tours, who he thinks should play him in the new Weird Al biopic, and what Emo Philips is really like off-stage. ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, and fandom of “Weird A...
Mar 02, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 148
Dave and Ethan welcome Parry Gripp & Steve Sherlock, the founding members of the geeky pop-punk band Nerf Herder! Not only are they huge Weird Al fans, their brand new single, "Born Weird," features Weird Al with an incredible accordion solo. Whether you know them for the Buffy the Vampire Slayer theme or you know Parry from his viral hits like "Raining Tacos" or his Emmy-award winning work on children's TV, you do not want to miss this hilarious interview. ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan...
Feb 23, 2022•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 147
Dave and Ethan finish their interview with celebrity hair and makeup designer Roseanne McIlvane. Roseanne oversaw Weird Al’s makeup and hair design for well over a decade, including The Weird Al Show and Spy Hard , as well iconic music videos such as Gump and more! ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, and fandom of “Weird Al” Yankovic . Hosted by Dave “Elvis” Rossi and Ethan Ullman , two Weird Al super fans, collectors, and histo...
Feb 16, 2022•59 min•Ep. 146
Dave and Ethan interview celebrity hair and makeup designer Roseanne McIlvane. For well over a decade, Roseanne oversaw Weird Al’s makeup and hair design starting on the film UHF and up through the Poodle Hat album, which included creating the iconic "Coolio" look for the cover of Bad Hair Day . . ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, and fandom of “Weird Al” Yankovic . Hosted by Dave “Elvis” Rossi and Ethan Ullman , two Weird Al ...
Feb 09, 2022•59 min•Ep. 145
Dave and Ethan finish their interview with Craig Armstrong - the Emmy-winning TV producer behind seven Weird Al music videos and producer of Survivor , Supernanny , and Mr. Show with Bob and David . Craig goes behind the scenes and even talks about meeting George Lucas after filming The Saga Begins . ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, and fandom of “Weird Al” Yankovic . Hosted by Dave “Elvis” Rossi and Ethan Ullman , two Weird ...
Feb 02, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 144
Dave and Ethan interview Craig Armstrong - the Emmy-winning TV producer who has worked on Survivor , Extreme Makeover: Home Edition , Supernanny , Jamie Oliver’s Food Revolution , and Mr. Show with Bob and David - about producing seven Weird Al music videos as well as The Weird Al Show , his $100 bet with Weird Al, and his cameo in Amish Paradise . ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, and fandom of “Weird Al” Yankovic . Hosted by...
Jan 26, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 143
After gushing all about the news regarding Weird Al's sophomore film and the magical casting of Daniel Radcliffe for the role of Weird Al - Dave and Ethan conclude their interview with prolific Weird Al art director Doug Haverty. Doug discusses working on additional non-album projects for Al, and shares a universally hilarious story about working with the Godfather of Soul - Mr. James Brown! ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, a...
Jan 19, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 142
