To mark September's National Chicken Month, GGACP presents this ENCORE of a 2017 conversation with one of the podcast’s most popular guests, actor and comedian Ronnie Schell. In this episode, Ronnie entertains Gilbert and Frank with classic stories about co-stars and contemporaries Harvey Korman, Don Rickles, Mickey Rooney, Don Knotts, and of course, Pat McCormick. Also: Ol’ Blue Eyes takes a punch, Lee Marvin comes up short, Bob Newhart plays the Sahara and Ronnie writes a check to the mob. PLU...
Sep 11, 2023•1 hr 22 min
GGACP celebrates the birthday (September 9) of Emmy-winning writer-director Bill Persky by revisiting this memorable conversation from 2017. In this episode, Bill weighs in on topics not covered in his previous appearances, including the physicality of Tim Conway, the irritability of Joey Bishop, the professionalism of Don Ameche and the star power of Sandy Koufax. Also, Jack Palance tells a joke, Harvey Korman treads the boards, Joe Namath turns heads and George Carlin takes a powder. PLUS: Bur...
Sep 07, 2023•1 hr 15 min
GGACP marks the 40th anniversary of one of Gilbert's "favorite" gigs, the infamous late-night talk show "Thicke of the Night" (premiered September 5, 1983) with this ENCORE of a 2014 interview with actor, writer and producer Alan Thicke. In this episode, Alan reminisces about everything from his short-lived disco career to penning variety specials for Johnny Cash, Bobby Darin and Flip Wilson. Also, Alan and Gilbert swap wives, John Lennon praises commercial jingles, Merv Griffin composes the "Wh...
Sep 04, 2023•50 min
GGACP celebrates American Artist Appreciation Month by revisiting this hilarious 2017 interview with award-winning illustrator and cartoonist Drew Friedman. In this episode, Drew discusses his latest book, "Drew Friedman's Chosen People" and joins the boys for a rollicking hour of rumors, innuendo, half-truths and outright lies. Also in this episode: Drew puts Groucho to bed, Frank meets a real, live Stooge, Fred McMurray inspires Captain Marvel and Sammy Petrillo takes credit for "The Munsters....
Aug 31, 2023•1 hr 27 min
GGACP celebrates the August birthday of comedian, actor and Emmy-winning comedy writer Dana Gould with this ENCORE of the second installment of a 2-part interview from 2021. In this episode, Dana joins the boys for a highly entertaining conversation about hammy actors, '70s cinema fashion, Famous Monsters of Filmland, the graciousness of George Carlin (and Adam West!) and the mysterious death of Dr. Cyclops. Also, Joey Bishop hassles Jack Benny, Chuck Connors fights a triceratops, Dana runs afou...
Aug 28, 2023•1 hr 1 min
GGACP celebrates the birthday (August 24th) of comedian, actor and Emmy-winning writer Dana Gould by revisiting this first installment of a 2-part interview from 2021. In this episode, Dana talks about the "science" of monster movies, the extravagance of Sammy Davis Jr., the generosity of Roddy McDowall (and Charlton Heston!) and the inventive web series, "Hanging with Dr. Z." Also, Dwight Frye checks out, Darren McGavin dons a bathrobe, Orson Welles turns down "Beneath the Planet of the Apes" a...
Aug 24, 2023•1 hr 3 min
GGACP celebrates the birthday (August 21) of our dearly-missed friend and colleague, Mike "McBeardo" McPadden with this ENCORE of a 2019 interview about Mike's informative and entertaining book "Teen Movie Hell." In this episode, Mike guides the boys through a history of coming-of-age comedies of the 1980s and '90s, including the good ("Risky Business," "Say Anything") the bad ("Playing for Keeps," "Getting Wasted") and the unbearable ("Gorp," "Pink Motel"). Also, "Porky's" starts a trend, John ...
Aug 21, 2023•51 min
GGACP congratulates actor Matthew Modine on the phenomenal success of “Oppenheimer” (yay, movie theaters!) by revisiting this unforgettable and wildly entertaining interview from 2021. In this episode, Matthew talks about the awkwardness of sex scenes, the unpredictability of chimps and the cruel fate of "Cutthroat Island" and looks back on his working relationships with Robert Altman, John Schlesinger and Stanley Kubrick. Also, Bruce Dern bumps off The Duke, Wallace Shawn stars in "12 Angry Men...
Aug 17, 2023•1 hr 55 min
GGACP celebrates the birthday (August 13) of comedian, actor and magician Jeff Altman with this ENCORE of a warm and funny conversation from 2021. In this episode, Jeff talks about his family connection to Houdini, his decades-long friendships with Buddy Rich and David Letterman, the early days of the Magic Castle and the Comedy Store and the infamous NBC variety show “Pink Lady & Jeff.” Also, Raymond Burr takes a seat, Sam Kinison sees a ghost, Gilbert watches Rodney Dangerfield eat and Jeff op...
Aug 14, 2023•1 hr 46 min
GGACP celebrates the birthday (August 10) of actress and director Rosanna Arquette by revisiting this in-depth interview from 2018. In this episode, Rosanna discusses the vindictiveness of critics, the pros and cons of autograph shows, the vanishing haunts of New York City and her personal encounters with everyone from Bette Davis to Paul McCartney to Martin Luther King. Also, Bob Dylan goes electric, Martin Scorsese stifles a laugh, Johnny Carson rocks a tennis outfit and Rosanna shares the scr...
Aug 10, 2023•1 hr 48 min
GGACP presents this ENCORE of a 2016 mini-episode celebrating the bands and musicians that made a single appearance on the Billboard Hot 100 charts -- 55 (and 54) years ago. In this episode: Zager and Evans predict the future, Iron Butterfly garbles a rock classic, Jimmy Webb pens a hit for The Brooklyn Bridge and Gilbert reinterprets "Angel of the Morning." PLUS: "Dark Shadows"! Strawberry Alarm Clock! Paging Mason Williams! The musical stylings of Pigmeat Markham! And Olivia Newton-John's gran...
Aug 07, 2023•32 min
GGCAP celebrates the birthday (August 2) of former child actor Butch Patrick by revisiting this memorable interview from back in 2014. In this episode, Butch discusses landing the role of Eddie Munster, explains why the original Marilyn was replaced and reveals if he still has his old "Woof Woof" doll. Also, Butch speaks with candor about overcoming his demons and tells us where "Lidsville" creators Sid and Marty Krofft found their own "inspiration." PLUS: "The Phantom Tollbooth"! Ben Stiller's ...
Aug 03, 2023•1 hr
GGACP presents this ENCORE of a 2017 mini-episode celebrating the musicians, bands and artists that made a single appearance on the Billboard Hot 100 charts -- 50 years ago. In this episode: the legend of Norman “Hurricane” Smith, the many talents of Loudon Wainwright III, the "Southern Gothic" of Vicki Lawrence and the return of John Fred & His Playboy Band. PLUS: "Dueling Brandos"! "Winchester Cathedral"! Respecting Burt Reynolds! The musical genius of Dr John! And the strange origin of "Danci...
Jul 31, 2023•44 min
GGACP celebrates the 40th anniversary of "National Lampoon's Vacation" (released July 29, 1983) by revisiting this memorable (and rare) interview with actor, comedian and original "Saturday Night Live" cast member Chevy Chase. In this episode, Chevy reminisces about working with Dan Aykroyd, Randy Quaid and Rodney Dangerfield and reveals why he turned down roles in "Animal House," "Ghostbusters," "American Beauty" and "Forrest Gump." Also, Chevy reprimands Desi Arnaz, locks horns with Bill Murra...
Jul 27, 2023•1 hr 20 min
GGACP presents this ENCORE of a summer mini-episode (from July, 2018) with a holiday twist as Gilbert opens gifts from appreciative listeners. Also in this episode: Wacky Packages, porno drive-ins, the films of Caroline Munro and the return of Horrible Herman the Asiatic Insect! PLUS: Howlin' Paul Raybone! Thanking Kirk Hammett! Loving Sid & Marty Krofft! Chico hangs with Laurel and Hardy! And the GGACP team bids farewell to Nutmeg Post! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adcho...
Jul 24, 2023•44 min
GGACP celebrates the birthday (July 22, 1928) of the late actor, comedian and raconteur Orson Bean by revisiting this interview from back in 2016. In this episode, Orson recalls his years as a game show and talk show fixture as well as his roles in the popular films "Anatomy of a Murder" and "Being John Malkovich," and shares his memories of working with icons Boris Karloff, Helen Hayes, Jimmy Stewart, Phil Silvers and Dustin Hoffman. Also, Orson discusses his years on the Hollywood blacklist, h...
Jul 20, 2023•1 hr 13 min
GGACP honors striking SAG-AFTRA members by posting this ENCORE of a 2021 interview with Emmy- and Oscar-nominated actor-director -- and former SAG-AFTRA president -- Richard Masur. In this episode, Richard talks about his years as a union leader, his 6-decade acting career, his numerous collaborations with mentor Norman Lear and his role in United Artists' infamous "Heaven's Gate." Also, Francis Ford Coppola welcomes feedback, Jack Nicholson replaces Mandy Patinkin, John Carpenter remakes "The T...
Jul 17, 2023•1 hr 19 min
GGACO celebrates the birthday of legendary concert promoter Ron Delsener (b. July 15) by revisiting this memorable interview from 2018. In this episode, Ron regales Gilbert and Frank with stories about growing up in the era of automats and bowling pin boys, inventing the free concert in Central Park, his early days as a promoter of live events and working with Woody Allen, Bob Dylan, Lenny Bruce and the Beatles. Also, Arthur Godfrey lusts after Haleloke, Bruce Springsteen "opens" for Anne Murray...
Jul 13, 2023•1 hr 33 min
GGACP celebrates the birthday of the late comedian, radio personality and Emmy-winning actor Jay Thomas (b. July 12, 1948) with this ENCORE of a hilarious interview from way back in 2014. In this episode, Jay talks about playing doomed hockey star Eddie LeBec on “Cheers” and tabloid talker Jerry Gold on “Murphy Brown” and shares some brutally candid anecdotes about everything from stealing Bill Cosby’s jokes to getting kicked out of a “West Wing” audition to the world's worst cross-country fligh...
Jul 10, 2023•1 hr 20 min
GGACP celebrates the birthday of TV's original Boy Wonder, Burt Ward (b. July 6) by revisiting this 2016 interview to mark the 50th anniversary of ABC's "Batman" series. In this episode, Burt shares fond memories of co-star/mentor Adam West, Frank Gorshin, Vincent Price (and yes, Cesar Romero). Also, Burt spars with Bruce Lee, Adam makes like Moses, Shelley Winters plies her charms and Ol' Blue Eyes lobbies for the role of The Joker. PLUS: Remembering Lesley Gore! The genius of Lorenzo Semple Jr...
Jul 06, 2023•1 hr 24 min
GGACP celebrates the life and career of legendary Oscar-winning actor Alan Arkin with this ENCORE of a 2020 interview with Alan and his son, Emmy-winning actor-director Adam Arkin. In this memorable episode, Adam and Alan talk about portraying villains, directing dark comedies, working with children, the precision of the Coen brothers and the Cold War politics of "The Russians Are Coming, The Russians Are Coming." Also, Pat McCormick hits the hard stuff, Groucho drops in on Second City, Stephen ...
Jul 03, 2023•1 hr 40 min
GGACP celebrates the birthday of "The Prince of Pain," comedian and actor Richard Lewis (born June 29th) by revisiting his funny and far-ranging interview from 2017. In this episode, Richard discusses the 9th season of "Curb Your Enthusiasm" and reminisces about his 45 years in comedy, his history of "nightmare gigs" and his relationships with Rodney Dangerfield, Jerry Lewis, Don Rickles and Jonathan Winters. Also, Larry David goes to camp, David Brenner buys a stapler, the Juggalos heckle Lione...
Jun 29, 2023•1 hr 38 min
GGACP marks the 50th anniversary of the Four Tops hits, "Ain't No Woman (Like the One I've Got)" and "Are You Man Enough?" (from "Shaft In Africa") with this ENCORE of a 2019 interview with Grammy-nominated songwriter Dennis Lambert ("One Tin Soldier," "Nightshift," "Don't Pull Your Love"). In this episode, Dennis discusses working the Catskills as a boy singer, shopping songs in the Brill Building era, producing hit records for the Righteous Brothers and co-creating the oft-maligned Starship hi...
Jun 26, 2023•1 hr 53 min
GGACP ushers in the official start of the summer season with this mini-episode celebration of AIP's "Beach Party" movies of the 1960s -- and the legendary and soon-to-be-legendary performers (Boris Karloff, Buster Keaton, Paul Lynde, Don Rickles) who appeared in them (not to mention series star and "Amazing Colossal Podcast" guest Frankie Avalon). Also in this episode: Little Stevie Wonder! Remembering Harvey Lembeck! The expertise of Eddie Deezen! “The Ghost in the Invisible Bikini”! And Annett...
Jun 22, 2023•40 min
GGACP celebrates dads everywhere with this ENCORE of a special Father's Day show featuring actor-musician Chris Lemmon and producer-director Charlie Matthau. In this episode, Chris and Charlie look back at the lives and careers of one of cinema's legendary comedy teams, Jack Lemmon and Walter Matthau. Also: Jerry Lewis turns down "Some Like it Hot," Red Skelton passes on "The Sunshine Boys," Walter "compliments" Christopher Walken and Jack runs afoul of Virna Lisi's husband. PLUS: "The Fortune C...
Jun 19, 2023•1 hr 40 min
GGACP celebrates the life and career of our friend, the late actor, writer and cinephile Treat Williams by revisiting this interview from 2019. In this memorable episode, Treat looks back at his 45 years in film, his admiration for Frank Capra and William Wyler, his love of old movie theaters and his memories of working with legendary directors Milos Forman, Sergio Leone and Steven Spielberg. Also, Vincent Price disses Alan Thicke, John Belushi auditions for "Hair," Gilbert hangs with Katharine ...
Jun 15, 2023•1 hr 37 min
GGACP marks the 30th anniversary of Steven Spielberg, Michael Crichton and David Koepp's "Jurassic Park" (released June 11, 1993) with this ENCORE presentation of an interview with the creator of the original "JP" logo/art, award-winning designer and pop culture historian Chip Kidd. In this episode, Chip joins Gilbert and Frank for a lively (and educational!) conversation about classic movie posters, Jewish comic book creators, the convoluted history of Captain Marvel and the 80th anniversary of...
Jun 12, 2023•1 hr 33 min
GGACP pays tribute to the late, legendary comedian Pat Cooper by revisiting this memorable interview from 2016. In this episode, Pat sounds off on a variety of interesting topics, including the mob's influence on showbiz, the difference between Jewish and Italian comics, the popularity of Jimmy Durante and the self-importance of Ed Sullivan. Also, Pat disses Paul Anka, praises Alan King, turns down Martin Scorsese and clashes with the Chairman of the Board. PLUS: Joe DiMaggio! Lola Falana! Rober...
Jun 08, 2023•1 hr 24 min
GGACP celebrates Pride Month with this ENCORE of a 2021 interview with New York Times bestselling author, journalist and entertainment historian Mark Harris. In this episode, Mark joins Gilbert and Frank for a fascinating and informative conversation about his critically-acclaimed Mike Nichols biography ("Mike Nichols: A Life"), as well as his thoroughly-researched books, "Five Came Back: A Story of Hollywood and the Second World War" and "Pictures at a Revolution: Five Movies and the Birth of t...
Jun 05, 2023•1 hr 51 min
GGACP once again pledges support for striking TV and film writers by revisiting this 2019 interview with comedy writer and showrunner Don Reo. In this episode, Don regales Gilbert and Frank with anecdotes about Jack Benny, Milton Berle, Redd Foxx, Jackie Gleason and Bob Hope and shares backstage stories from classic shows like "Rhoda," "Sanford and Son" and "Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In." Also, Groucho takes a call, Tom Waits provides inspiration, Robert Altman cuts to the chase and Don joins force...
Jun 01, 2023•1 hr 26 min
