This week, we cover another one of Al's lesser-known songs from a show he did way back when! Who is Joe Franklin? Where is he going with that gun in his hand? Find out! (ALSO, sorry for the audio issues throughout the episode. Hamsters, man, am I right?) Al's cameo: Weird Al and the band on The Joe Franklin Show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vKCdR83q8zk BUY YOUR TICKETS TO FEST OF AL: http://festofal.com/ Special thanks to Allura March (@RetroAutomaton) for the awesome design! https://retroau...
Aug 13, 2018•21 min•Ep. 131
With a great parody comes great responsibility, which is why we're bringing on Zach and Scott from the Spider-Man Minute podcast to help us break down the song about our friendly neighborhood Spider-Man! Al's cameo: Brutalmoose - "Cooking With Twinkies!": https://youtu.be/EfT-xwo1f4Y Spider-Man Minute podcast: http://www.duelinggenre.com/category/podcasts/spider-man-minute/ https://twitter.com/spidermanminute?lang=en https://www.facebook.com/SpiderManMinute/ BUY YOUR TICKETS TO FEST OF AL: http:...
Aug 06, 2018•49 min•Ep. 130
Why is Michael frustrated by this song? Why does David love this song? Why is Andrew singing a song? Why did Dan research these songs? Al's cameo: Mr. Pickles - Vegan Cult Member https://youtu.be/NiIvlooegGc BUY YOUR TICKETS TO FEST OF AL: http://festofal.com/ Special thanks to Allura March (@RetroAutomaton) for the awesome design! https://retroautomaton.tumblr.com/ https://www.instagram.com/retroautomaton/ https://twitter.com/retroautomaton?lang=en Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com...
Jul 30, 2018•32 min•Ep. 129
It's CHRISTMAS... AGAIN!!!! Yeh! Insane Ian joins us as we discuss another parody and Dr. Demento Show gem: Now It's the Christmas Season! Yeh! Insane Ian's plugs n' stuff: http://www.insaneian.com/ http://www.thefump.com/artist.php?id=43 https://twitter.com/insaneianb https://www.facebook.com/insaneianmusic https://www.youtube.com/user/PuddingCapacity BUY YOUR TICKETS TO FEST OF AL: http://festofal.com/ Special thanks to Allura March (@RetroAutomaton) for the awesome design! https://retroautoma...
Jul 23, 2018•40 min•Ep. 128
How do we talk about a very politically touchy subject without talking about politics? SHOE! Al's cameo: Weird Al Drag King. With Glitter. - BodyArt by Tash https://www.facebook.com/BodyArtbyTash/videos/1724009327668910/ BUY YOUR TICKETS TO FEST OF AL: http://festofal.com/ Special thanks to Allura March (@RetroAutomaton) for the awesome design! https://retroautomaton.tumblr.com/ https://www.instagram.com/retroautomaton/ https://twitter.com/retroautomaton?lang=en Support us on Patreon: https://ww...
Jul 16, 2018•20 min•Ep. 127
This week, we tackle another classic demo-tapes from Al's early days! Is this an important song about accepting a mental illness, an ode to the Demento community, or something more? Find out! Al's cameo: Drunk History - Adolf Eichmann https://youtu.be/6f9D5xaYq-8 Andrew's plug: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCEsbK3wt3qaEIXTAhb7FbA Dan's plug: TBD David's plug: http://steelewars.com/hyperchat-ep-02/ Michael's plug: http://www.themadmusicarchive.com/song_details.aspx?SongID=61630 BUY YOUR TICKE...
Jul 13, 2018•30 min•Ep. 126
Why did Santa commit this merry-time massacre?? We hypothesize several theories. Also, we discover an awesome fan-made music video! TJ Morris's music video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4fiwPDd0Jyo Al's cameo: Everything's Coming Up Simpsons Podcast- "Three Gays and a Condo" - Himself https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/three-gays-of-the-condo-with-weird-al-yankovic/id979023994?i=1000377041698&mt=2 Michael's plugs n' stuff: https://www.facebook.com/michaelwilliamhunter https://www.twitter...
Jul 03, 2018•27 min•Ep. 125
It's the song all about the film we all wished existed! Join us as we discuss the probability of this film's potential existence! Spoilers: It's more likely than you think and it will be in 3-D! Al's cameo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=85q2XQAbGVM Follow Troy Z: https://twitter.com/N8ureTrail2Hell BUY YOUR TICKETS TO FEST OF AL: http://festofal.com/ Special thanks to Allura March (@RetroAutomaton) for the awesome design! https://retroautomaton.tumblr.com/ https://www.instagram.com/retroautoma...
Jun 27, 2018•33 min•Ep. 124
This week, we saw a baby drive a truck and we talk about our theories on how Al wrote this song of a random list of stuff in the style of The Foo Fighters! Also, Dan goes into the awesome history of Dave Grohl! Al's cameo: https://thehardtimes.net/music/weird-al-yankovic-polarizes-fans-with-childish-gambino-parody-this-is-my-hair-i-cut/ Dan's plugs n' stuff: @DanielKawka BUY YOUR TICKETS TO FEST OF AL: http://festofal.com/ Special thanks to Allura March (@RetroAutomaton) for the awesome design! ...
Jun 18, 2018•32 min•Ep. 123
We are joined by Kelly Phillips (author and cartoonist of the "Weird Me" comic book) to discuss Al Yankovic's two children's books: "My New Teacher and Me!" and "When I Grow Up". We geek out about Al fandom, how we all have a Grandpa Joe, and how we all have crushes on Liam Neeson! Kelly Phillip's links n' stuff: http://www.kellyphillips.net/ http://kellyp.storenvy.com/ https://twitter.com/kellypcomics https://www.instagram.com/kellypcomics Dan's link to the list of Al's books: https://nypost.co...
Jun 11, 2018•44 min•Ep. 122
It's the one that started it all. Or rather, the one that took off. Learn about the behind the scenes of Al's classic, the first official unofficial music video, a new discovery of the significance of "27", as well as the "origins" of bologna. Al's Cameo: Interview with Al's Former Roommate - audio of himself: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zgFPWR2fp5c Dan's links n' stuff: @DanielKawka www.danielkawka.com BUY YOUR TICKETS TO FEST OF AL: http://festofal.com/ Special thanks to Allura March (@Ret...
Jun 05, 2018•26 min•Ep. 121
What makes Eddie Vedder so special? Why would Al want to stalk God? And how do you pronounce "zydeco"? Zai-DIK-oh? Zai-DECK-oh? Zai-DEEK-oh? Zai-Da-Doo-Ron-Ron? Al's Cameo: Al in "Ironic" with Alanis Moressette - Al TV - Himself: https://youtu.be/Yp3cJ8orTE0 Andrew's links n' stuff: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBZz5uJyxIr1JbUdCbMDOrA https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChAFev92iloHWD2o0UQTN0w www.andrewfrolaproductions.com Special thanks to Allura March (@RetroAutomaton) for the awesome design...
May 31, 2018•23 min•Ep. 120
It's not everyday you get to talk to a talented singer and vocal coach like Lisa Popeil, so we think it's safe to say that this is a special occasion. Learn all about her side of the making of Mr. Popeil as well as some fun facts about some of the other songs she was also a background vocalist on, what turned her towards teaching, and how much we all love to gush about Al. OUR "Mr. Popeil" EPISODE DISCUSSION: http://weirdalphabet.libsyn.com/119-mr-popeil-style-parody-of-the-b-52s Lisa's Cameo: S...
May 24, 2018•1 hr 5 min
This week, we discuss Al's ode to Samuel Popeil with special help from Sam's daughter, singer and vocal coach: Lisa Popeil! You don't want to miss it! FULL INTERVIEW HERE: http://weirdalphabet.libsyn.com/lisa-popeil-on-mr-popeil-full-interview Lisa's Cameo: Straight Outta Lynwood BTS Featurette: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l1CFH-kZJ1Y Lisa Popeil's links n' stuff: http://www.popeil.com/ https://www.facebook.com/Voiceworks https://twitter.com/Lisa_Popeil https://www.instagram.com/lisa_popeil/...
May 24, 2018•33 min•Ep. 119
David and Michael both went to see Al in concert when he performed in Los Angeles on separate nights! Both of their nights went vastly different! Fest of Al: http://festofal.com/ The winner (Josh, right) and the loser (Michael, left) of Weird Al Jeopardy! Show music: "Dvorak Polka" - Kevin MacLeod ( www.incompetech.com ) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Find more of our episodes at www.pipedreampodcasts.com...
May 18, 2018•1 hr
This week, we're joined by Bradley Mehlenbacher of Draco and the Malfoys as we discuss what may be the saddest tale Al has ever told. Al's Cameo: Al on Thrilling Adventure Hour: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W6hdlmv51xA Bradley's links n' stuff: https://twitter.com/datm?lang=en http://evilwizardrock.com/ https://www.facebook.com/dracoandthemalfoys http://www.youtube.com/dracoandthemalfoys https://www.instagram.com/evilwizardrock/ BUY OUR NEW 100th EPISODE SHIRT! https://www.redbubble.com/peopl...
May 15, 2018•30 min•Ep. 118
Why is there an asterisk? How did it get there? What's so great about The Beverly Hillbillies? Also, another 1-star review?? Listen in! Al's Cameo: CMVA Speaker's Corner - Himself: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UJEcRnNzZUQ BUY OUR NEW 100th EPISODE SHIRT! https://www.redbubble.com/people/weirdalphabet/works/29367468-weird-alphabet-100th-episode Special thanks to Allura March (@RetroAutomaton) for the awesome design! https://retroautomaton.tumblr.com/ https://www.instagram.com/retroautomaton/ h...
May 08, 2018•27 min•Ep. 117
This week we're talking BUSINESS! Let's monetize some assets! (Also, Dan helped with this episode! Yay Dan!) Al's Cameo: Cheesy Stuff - New York Times Crossword Puzzle - Himself https://www.nytimes.com/2018/04/03/crosswords/daily-puzzle-2018-04-04.html Listen to Michael's Hamilton parody: "Alfred Matthew Yankovic"! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=byndwL7f9TQ BUY OUR NEW 100th EPISODE SHIRT! https://www.redbubble.com/people/weirdalphabet/works/29367468-weird-alphabet-100th-episode Special thanks ...
Apr 30, 2018•23 min•Ep. 116
Wait! Al didn't write this song!! What gives, man?? Learn about Damaskas, Barnes & Barnes, and Beefalo Bill. They're like "Weird Al", except they glow in the dark. Also, we're not in any way sponsored by Netflix. Al's Cameo: Paul F. Tompkins: Laboring Under Delusions Tour - “WEIRD!” - Himself (mentioned) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bh35_ytSy5s Listen to Michael's Hamilton parody: "Alfred Matthew Yankovic"! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=byndwL7f9TQ BUY OUR NEW 100th EPISODE SHIRT! https...
Apr 23, 2018•24 min•Ep. 115
It's your weekly dose of everyone's favorite conspiracy theory-ridden issue: The "Weird Al"Phabet! Midnight Star! Is it actually a style parody of Bruce Springsteen or is it an original?! How did Miss Universe of 1992 win the title?? Will we ever see Frog Boy again??! Find out....... now! Al's Cameo: L.B. Rayne- Where No Man’s Been Before (music video) - Klingon https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B07BRNCWR2/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=sl1&tag=doogtoons-20&linkId=504e6c4ad2d6...
Apr 16, 2018•27 min•Ep. 114
This week we're talking about creepers. Specifically, the one stalking Melanie. Also, we go on one of the weirdest, yet informative tangents we've ever had on the show. Al's Cameo: Radio Spots recorded by Al while staffed on KCPR at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo - Himself https://youtu.be/h3p47oSHGA4 Listen to Michael's Hamilton parody: "Alfred Matthew Yankovic"! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=byndwL7f9TQ Fest Of Al tickets: http://www.festofal.com/ BUY OUR NEW 100th EPISODE SHIRT! https://www.redbu...
Apr 08, 2018•27 min•Ep. 113
HAPPY EASTER-FOOLS! Listen to Michael's Hamilton parody: "Alfred Matthew Yankovic"! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=byndwL7f9TQ Fest Of Al tickets: http://www.festofal.com/ KendallCast: http://www.kendallcast.ninja/ BUY OUR NEW 100th EPISODE SHIRT! https://www.redbubble.com/people/weirdalphabet/works/29367468-weird-alphabet-100th-episode Special thanks to Allura March (@RetroAutomaton) for the awesome design! https://retroautomaton.tumblr.com/ https://www.instagram.com/retroautomaton/ https://tw...
Apr 01, 2018•34 min
We swap haircut horror stories and discuss the absurdity of The Prodigy! Also, a special announcement at the end of the episode! "Firestarter" musicless music video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CDXNfe2W8c8 Al's Cameo: AOL - You’ve Got Weird Al Yankovic Hair - Himself https://youtu.be/gBq4GRAiZ1c Listen to Michael's Hamilton parody: "Alfred Matthew Yankovic"! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=byndwL7f9TQ Fest Of Al tickets: http://www.festofal.com/ BUY OUR NEW 100th EPISODE SHIRT! https://www.r...
Mar 26, 2018•27 min•Ep. 112
It's FINALLY HERE! Three of the four guys report in on the founding father on the ten dollar! Listen to Michael's Hamilton parody: "Alfred Matthew Yankovic"! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=byndwL7f9TQ Al's Cameo: Lin Manuel Miranda dancing to "Isle Thing": https://twitter.com/Lin_Manuel/status/897818898359230465 Ham4Ham 02/13/16 Right hand Man w/Weird Al - Himself https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BRXWyDDKduk Ham4All - “What Did I Miss?” - 06/26/17 https://twitter.com/alyankovic/status/8795480092...
Mar 19, 2018•47 min•Ep. 111
We talk the Rocky films for the first and only time* and learn more than you probably wanted to know about the hosts of the show! *-may or may not be the only time we talk about the Rocky films, because... obviously. Al's cameo: This Is Us - Himself (mentioned and musically covered) https://twitter.com/alyankovic/status/961277294902824960 LISTEN TO "WE'RE ALL YANKOVICS": Hear PART TWO of our Like a Surgeon discussion: http://www.lowdownmedia.info/podcast/072-like-a-surgeon/ BUY OUR NEW 100th EPI...
Mar 12, 2018•29 min•Ep. 110
We all discuss what's livin' in our fridges as well as the legendary rock n' roll band, Aerosmith! Al's Cameo: The Candy Man [Documentary] (2010) - Himself https://youtu.be/k0NcEdDJLIU LISTEN TO "WE'RE ALL YANKOVICS": Hear PART TWO of our discussion: http://www.lowdownmedia.info/podcast/072-like-a-surgeon/ BUY OUR NEW 100th EPISODE SHIRT! https://www.redbubble.com/people/weirdalphabet/works/29367468-weird-alphabet-100th-episode Special thanks to Allura March (@RetroAutomaton) for the awesome des...
Mar 05, 2018•33 min•Ep. 109
It's the colossal Weird Al podcast crossover you've been patient for! Steve and Charlie from the "We're All Yankovics" podcast join us to dissect the infamous Madonna song and the equally infamous surgeon's lament! Hear PART TWO of our discussion: http://www.lowdownmedia.info/podcast/072-like-a-surgeon/ Al's Cameo: The Odd Couple (2015) - Steve Steve's and Charlie's plugs n' stuff: LISTEN TO "WE'RE ALL YANKOVICS": http://www.lowdownmedia.info/series/way/ https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/were-...
Feb 26, 2018•47 min•Ep. 108
The puns commence when we all talk about the hit from "Wander Over Yonder". Al's Cameo: S2 - E4 - The Boy Wander - 2015 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ORNjzZ-iI8A Dan's plugs n' stuff: @DanielKawka www.danielkawka.com BUY OUR NEW 100th EPISODE SHIRT! https://www.redbubble.com/people/weirdalphabet/works/29367468-weird-alphabet-100th-episode Special thanks to Allura March (@RetroAutomaton) for the awesome design! https://retroautomaton.tumblr.com/ https://www.instagram.com/retroautomaton/ https:/...
Feb 19, 2018•27 min•Ep. 107
It's all been building up to this dire question: What does it mean to be someone's "hog"? Al's Cameo: Mad - "100th Episode" - Superman https://youtu.be/_m2DDThZtiY Andrew's plugs n' stuff: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBZz5uJyxIr1JbUdCbMDOrA https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChAFev92iloHWD2o0UQTN0w www.andrewfrolaproductions.com Learn more about the 'It's Personal' show: http://www.itspersonalonstage.com/ Listen to the 'Barenaked ABCs' podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/barenaked-ab...
Feb 12, 2018•25 min•Ep. 106
We return to the early days of Al to talk about the song all about our favorite style of casual-wear! Also, we receive a strange carrier pigeon. Al's cameo: Futurama - S3E3 "The Cryonic Woman" - Himself https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BcimHh_2yeQ Michael's plugs n' stuff: https://www.facebook.com/michaelwilliamhunter https://www.twitter.com/arctic_ginger https://www.instagram.com/michaelwilliamhunter Click Here for "Aimy in a Cage"! BUY OUR NEW 100th EPISODE SHIRT! https://www.redbubble.com/peop...
Feb 05, 2018•28 min•Ep. 105
