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Hunk with Mike Bridenstine

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The World's Greatest Panel tackles current events. Then there's an interview with somebody cool.
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Episodes

MEGAN GAILEY (Ep 37)

Megan Gailey has done stand-up on every Comedy Central show to ever exist. Plus "Conan". Plus "The Tonight Show" in a couple days. Her debut album "My Dad Paid For This" came out today. She and Brido talk about wedding preparations, the NFL and whatever, it's fun. She's hilarious. You're going to love her.

Nov 01, 20191 hr 7 minSeason 1Ep. 37

YOGA. THERAPY. MEDITATION. SHROOMS. with comedian Charla Lauriston (EP 36)

Charla Lauriston is a comedian and writer (Comedy Central, "Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt", "People of Earth", "Ghosted", "The Last OG"). Essence Magazine listed her as one of 8 black women ready for SNL. Her new album "Karate" is v stream-able. Charla and Brido talk about mindfulness. And weed yoga. And comedy stuff. And other drugs. She's great. You will love her.

Oct 25, 201954 minSeason 1Ep. 36

POETRY IN PERFORMANCE with comedian Lizzy Cooperman (Ep 35)

Lizzy Cooperman is one of Brido's favorite comedians. She's an L.A. comedy darling. She's been on TV ("Craig Ferguson", "Corporate", "Crashing"). She's written for TV ("The Eric Andre Show", "Not Safe with Nikki Glaser"). But Lizzy is also one of the most unique performers out there, and she also has one of the most unique performance backgrounds. She's a published poet. She got her start in performance art. It's all good stuff. Cameo by Brido's loud-ass dog, Taker. You'll like it. Just click th...

Oct 18, 20191 hr 3 minSeason 1Ep. 35

HUNK BEACH with comedian Paul Danke (EP 33)

Paul Danke is hands down the best comedy host in Los Angeles. He also knows about secret beaches along the Pacific Coast. Brido and Danke talk about Mitch Hedberg. They talk about Larry the Cable Guy. They talk about Seattle in the 90's. It's everything you've ever wanted to happen in a podcast.

Oct 04, 20191 hr 7 minSeason 1Ep. 33

BONUS: The Missing Androsky Episode

Back in July, comedian Josh Androsky (Vice, Chapo Trap House) came over to talk about socialism. The episode was mysteriously taken down. It's back.

Sep 27, 20192 hr

A SPECIAL THING RECORDS with Ryan McManemin Ep. 32

Ryan McManemin is the co-founder of A Special Thing Records. He won a Grammy for Patton Oswalt's "Talking For Clapping" in 2017. But he won't brag about it because he's very cool. Give it a listen.

Sep 27, 201945 minSeason 1Ep. 32

HOW TO GRIFT with comedian Megan Koester. EP 31

Megan Koester is a comic's comic. She's an alt-comedy darling. She's been a contributor to Vice. She's been on "Corporate" on Comedy Central. She co-hosts the podcast "Grifthorse" with Howard Kremer. She’s committed around $100,000 in return fraud. We talk about it. This episode has a cameo from our Jeffrey Epstein correspondent, Brendan McGowan. He's got a story you don't want to miss.

Sep 20, 20191 hr 5 minSeason 1Ep. 31

MR. ROGERS with writer/actor Noah Harpster Ep. 30

Noah Harpster ("Transparent", "One Mississippi", "For All Mankind") is the co-writer and EP of the new Mr. Rogers biopic, "A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood" (out November 22) starring Tom Hanks. Noah and Brido discuss the 10-year process of getting the movie made. They talk Tom Hanks. They talk Fred Rogers. They tell audition horror stories. They talk about 80's baseball cards. And they have a great time.

Sep 13, 20191 hr 27 minSeason 1Ep. 30

THE L.A. ALT COMEDY SCENE with comedian Dave Ross. EP 029.

Dave Ross ("Corporate", "Drunk History", "James Corden", Suicide Buddies) was been one of the most integral members of the Los Angeles alt comedy scene for the past 10 years. He's put on some of the best comedy shows in L.A. during that same time. He has a new album called, "The Only Man Who Has Ever Had Sex". Brido thinks it's great. So they talk about the album. And the comedy scene they both know and love. Enjoy it.

Sep 06, 20191 hr 10 minSeason 1Ep. 29

EP 028 - JAZZ - with comedian Matt Dwyer

Comedy loves Matt Dwyer. Brido loves Matt Dwyer. He was in and around Second City Chicago in the 90's. He helped start the current Chicago stand-up scene. He was Chris Farley's acid dealer. The man has stories. And he tells some of them on this show. They also get into jazz music. Dwyer gives Brido some tips on starting his collection. They talk about all kinds of things. You will love this.

Aug 30, 20191 hr 2 minSeason 1Ep. 28

EP 027 - NATE CRAIG CANNOT BE STOPPED - with comedian Nate Craig

Comedian Nate Craig ("Maniac" & "F Is For Family" on Netflix) stops by to be funny and handsome. He is the King of the 4th of July. He and Brido talk about magic mushrooms. They tell old Chicago comedy stories. Nate tells Bill Burr stories. Brido tries to get Nate to scream about politics. Just two old pals being hunks for an hour.

Aug 23, 20191 hr 14 minSeason 1Ep. 27

EP(STEIN) 026 - JEFFREY EPSTEIN (ALLEGEDLY) - with comedian Brendan McGowan

Brido's good pal, Brendan McGowan, can't stop thinking about this Jeffrey Epstein story. So Brido had him come over to explain everything to him. This was recorded before Epstein's "death", so you're getting this a few days earlier than usual. If you've been following the story, you'll dig it. If you have not followed the story, buckle up. It's insane.

Aug 14, 20191 hr 24 minSeason 1Ep. 26

EP - 025 - SUMMAH - with comedian Howard Kremer

You know him, you love him. The SUMMAH would not have been complete without getting Howard on the show. Howard and Brido talk about the old Death Ray shows at M Bar, "Scare Tactics", the SquatMelt Comedy Crawl, all kinds of other things, but most importantly, SUMMAH.

Aug 09, 20191 hr 20 minSeason 1Ep. 25

EP 024 - IT'S A HOT ONE - with comedian James Fritz

Fritz is so funny. It was 1000 degrees when he came over to record. We decided to scrap the show and just talk. So this one is two pals laughing their asses off and talking about current events and whatever was on our minds. It's fun. It's a hot one. Give it a listen.

Aug 02, 201952 minSeason 1Ep. 24

EP 023 - THE CIVIL WAR - with trivia juggernaut, Muffy Marracco

She knows more than everyone about everything. And the thing she knows the most about is the Civil War, people. Muffy Marracco is has been on "Teen Jeopardy", "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire", she's one of the trivia experts on "Best Ever Trivia Show" on the Game Show Network (weekdays at 4). She wrote a Lifetime movie starring Janeane Garofalo. And she happens to live in Brido's building. Muffy is hilarious. You're gonna love this.

Jul 26, 20191 hr 14 minSeason 1Ep. 23

EP 022 - SOCIAL MEDIA TIPS - with Audience Growth Strategist, Josh Spector

Do you want to promote something on the Internet, but you suck at it? Josh Spector knows what to do. He has tons of clients and he's helped all of them find their own audiences online and grow their businesses. He's a great dude. He basically brought Blerds to Los Angeles. He basically started Gentlemen Scumbags. He kicks all kinds of ass. You're welcome.

Jul 19, 20192 hr 19 minSeason 1Ep. 22

EP 021 - OFFENSIVE JOKES with TOM SEGURA

It's THAT Tom Segura. From Netflix. And YMH. Brido and Tom talk about offensive jokes and tell hilarious showbiz stories. They talk about lifting weights too because they're both super handsome. Enjoy.

Jul 12, 20191 hr 47 minSeason 1Ep. 21

EP 015 - BARON VAUGHN

Baron Vaughn is the host of "The New Negroes" on Comedy Central. He's a fantastic stand-up comedian, a better actor than most comedians, and just a great, brilliant dude. Brido and Baron discuss Baron's favorite thing, stand-up comedy, as well as theater and all kinds of other things. Baron is really interesting and funny. You'll really like this one.

Jun 01, 20192 hr 8 minSeason 1Ep. 15

EP 014 - CHICAGO - with comedian Matty Ryan

Matty was in town taping a set for Comedy Central. Dude is the best. He's gonna be a real hotshot. Anyway, Brido and Matty discuss the great city of Chicago. Matty gives tips on where people should go when they visit. And you'll learn about the Windy City's proud tradition of 19th Century murder hotels. That, and its blues, pizza, comedy and it's Oprah.

May 24, 20191 hr 27 minSeason 1Ep. 14

EP 013 - KYLE KINANE

Kinane is one of my favorite comedians. We talk about comedy burnout, mountain biking, magicians, funky cheeses, ghost stories, "Woke Tony Clifton", all kinds of things. Kyle is one of the best. Enjoy.

May 17, 20192 hr 3 minSeason 1Ep. 13

EP 011 - TOM ARNOLD

Brido goes to Tom Arnold's house to talk about the Trump tapes, growing up in Iowa, his divorce with Roseanne, and everything else in between. Tom's a good man. You should listen.

May 03, 20191 hr 56 minSeason 1Ep. 11

EP 010 - GALLAGHER - with director Josh Forbes

Josh Forbes has directed music videos, commercials and horror movies. And for the past 2+ years he's been working on a documentary about legendary/infamous comedian, Gallagher. Josh and Brido go in depth on how the project has been going, on Gallagher's insane career, his controversies and everything else in between. Give 'er a listen.

Apr 26, 20191 hr 23 minSeason 1Ep. 10

EP 009 - PINBALL - with comedian Nick Vatterott and pinball expert Krystle Gemnich

Nick Vatterott (Comedy Central, "Real Time with Bill Maher") is one of Brido's favorite comedians. And he happens to love pinball. Krystle Gemnich loves pinball even more. She makes a living in the world of pinball. She basically knows everything about it. So Brido talks to both of them. Old Chicago comedy stories are told as well. It's fun.

Apr 19, 20191 hr 53 minSeason 1Ep. 9

EP 008 - AMATEUR WRESTLING - with comedian Brooks Wheelan

Brooks Wheelan (SNL, Conan, Seth Meyers) is a native Iowan. And he loves collegiate and Olympic wrestling. He and Brido talk about Brooks' favorite matches, favorite wrestlers, how the sport has evolved and what excites him about it right now. Brooks is hilarious. Give this one a listen.

Apr 14, 20191 hr 8 minSeason 1Ep. 8

EP 004 - FASHION - with comedian Mike Burns

Brido never has any real idea what to wear. But his good pal, Mike Burns (Power Moves, @dadboner), has worked in the fashion industry and knows how everything works. They talk about Burns' history with fashion, what's good, what sucks, and what never goes out of style. Eventually Burns explains the difference between style and fashion. And they have a good time. Whatever. You'll learn things. Listen.

Mar 14, 20191 hr 27 minSeason 1Ep. 4
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