Welcome to The Adam Carolla Show, the #1 Daily Downloaded Podcast in the World. Known for his unfiltered humor, sharp insights, and candid takes on pop culture and everyday life, Adam delivers four days of uncensored comedy, in-depth interviews, and his signature rants. Each episode features a wide range of guests—from Hollywood icons to cultural commentators—joining Adam for engaging conversations and a front-row seat to his unparalleled wit. Fans love the show’s celebrity interviews, fan-favorite segments, and dynamic banter with guests like Kevin Costner, Tucker Carlson, Dr. Drew Pinsky, Danny Trejo, Adam Ray, William Shatner, and many more. Join millions of listeners worldwide for the hilarious, thought-provoking, and no-holds-barred podcast that keeps audiences coming back for more.
#1 ACS #1252 (feat. Mike Lawrence, Alison Rosen and Bryan Bishop) (2014) #2 ACS #595 (feat. Jim Norton, Alison Rosen and Bryan Bishop) (2011) #3 ACS #589 (feat. Lance Henriksen, Alison Rosen and Bryan Bishop) (2011) Hosted by Superfan Giovanni Request clips: Classics@adamcarolla.com Subscribe and Watch Clips on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AdamCarollaCorner
Comedian Daphnique Springs joins the show and talks about her new special and early years of comedy. She also explains how fishing was a big part of her life and contributed to her current work ethic. The gang also chats about funerals, cremation, and potlucks. Chris shares news stories about Dove announcing they wont use AI women, the Womens NCAA championship having a higher viewership than the Mens, Donald Trump ordering milkshakes at Chick-fil-A, a man wrongfully convicted of identity theft a...
Adam welcomes Tim Ballard to talk about his philanthropic work saving children from trafficking in the US and all over the world, which was the subject for the film Sound of Freedom. Tims wife, Katherine, also joins to address the allegations against Tim and the recent Vice news articles disparaging him. Next Adam welcomes boxing commentator Jim Lampley to talk Canelo Alvarez vs Jermell Charlo streaming on ppv.com this Saturday. The guys also recall some of Jims work as a local news broadcaster ...
Adam welcomes comedian extraordinaire Roseanne Barr, where we learn about her unusual upbringing and her unexpected path to comedy. She recalls her violent father, to a young pregnancy that leads to adoption, and the unique path forward where years later she ends up one of the highest paid women on television. She addresses past scandals and current politics as well. PLUGS: Find The Roseanne Barr Podcast on Rumble or anywhere you get podcasts See Roseanne Barr live: FORT MYERS, FL - Barbara B Ma...
Adam welcomes comedians Jonathan Kite and Jiaoying Summers to the show to share traveling trials and tribulations, especially concerning a recent work trip for Adam where a man snuck a gun past TSA and the resulting domino effect that wrecked Adams flight home. In the news for the day we hear about Taylor Swift attending the Chiefs game and leaving with Travis Kelce. We also discover news about a Japanese company with a new drug that can grow new teeth and finally, news that DeSantis and Newsom ...
Adam welcomes comedian Steve Trevio where they discuss stand up comedy and dealing with uptight audience members who sit up front. They both share their favorite things about Mexican culture and Steve recalls his famous interaction on George Lopezs podcast. Steve then talks about his veteran father, eating cactus, and surf fishing. The guys also watch clips of Cindy Crawford being upset with Oprah and Trevor Noah interviewing a trans activist. Chris reports the news on a viral video of a Utah mo...
#1 ACS 38 - Jimmy Pardo (2009) #2 ACS 51 - Adam Scott (2009) #3 ACS 127 - Ron Livingston (2009) Hosted by Superfan Giovanni Request clips: Classics@adamcarolla.com Subscribe and Watch Clips on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AdamCarollaCorner
#1 ACS 57 - Teresa Strasser + Bryan Bishop (2009) #2 ACS 89 - Chris Hardwick (2009) #3 ACS 108 - Michael Ian Black (2009) Hosted by Superfan Giovanni Request clips: Classics@adamcarolla.com Subscribe and Watch Clips on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AdamCarollaCorner
Adam welcomes comedian Orny Adams and Teresa Strasser to the show. They talk about DMV photos, on-air meltdowns, and ex-Spanish soccer president Luis Rubiales. They also talk about Teresas new book, Making it Home, and have a chat with Teresas father. Next, Teresa reports news stories about Eric Clapton, Danny Masterson, and Howard Stern. Lasty, Adam welcomes author Richard Hanania to discuss his new book outlining the origins of the woke movement. PLUGS: See Orny Adams live: Bellflower, CA - Th...
Today, Adam welcomes actress Siobhan Fallon Hogan to the show where she talks about her new movie, Shelter In Solitude. She and Adam then discuss birthing and whether men should be in the same room when their wives give birth. Next, Adam welcomes Kountry Wayne and they talk about his new Netflix special his life story; from an early loss, to avoiding drug dealing and jail, and why hell never get a vasectomy despite having ten children. Chris introduces the news starting with a video of an Alabam...
Adam welcomes comedian Adam Ray and starts the show playing an old Love Boat episode, which segues to them reminiscing about apartment living and quirky landlords. The guys then chat about the recent Hasan Minhaj criticisms and comedians using fake premises for the sake of a punchline. Adam also shares a clip from And Just Like That where he criticizes a characters decision to put their new relationship on hold. Next, Adam welcomes his old Catch a Contractor co-host Skip Bedell to the show and S...
Adam welcomes comedian Sam Tripoli to the show before recapping his trip to Hawaii. He and Sam then break down the finale of And Just Like That before they hear about a congressional candidate who live-streamed sex videos with her husband. Next, Adam welcomes performance coach Greg Harden to discuss his experience coaching Tom Brady, Michael Phelps, and more. Greg explains the importance of mindfulness and how people should study themselves critically to pursue self mastery. PLUGS: Listen to Bro...
#1 ACS 3 - Teresa Strasser + Bryan Bishop (2009) #2 ACS 314 - Matt Silverstein + Dave Jesser (2010) #3 ACS 353 - Diedrich Bader + Dulcy Rogers (2010) #4 ACS 384 - Brian Posehn (2010) Hosted by Superfan Giovanni Request clips: Classics@adamcarolla.com Subscribe and Watch Clips on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AdamCarollaCorner
Adam welcomes actress Drea de Matteo to the show where Drea elaborates on stepping back from Hollywood, joining OnlyFans, and what her experience was like on The Sopranos. She also talks about her politics, and why she thinks liberals are no longer the same party she once felt she could relate to. Adam also welcomes director Dallas Jenkins who discusses his series, The Chosen and how his work went from crowdfunding to mainstream success. Both Dallas and Adam relate on how the world would be a be...
Adam welcomes uproarious comedian Greg Fitzsimmons who was also joined by adult film star Maitland Ward as she shares the news for this episode. Adam and this crew result in a surprisingly perfect trio to banter on a variety of topics from sex, religion and upbringing, to even Adams old show, Crank Yankers which happens to be a favorite of Maitlands. Greg divulges an outrageous and unusual mid-flight habit of his, while Maitland shares a surprising fetish that men will pay her to partake in. Nex...
Adam welcomes comedian Brad Upton where they discuss Brads famous millennial clip that went viral. They also explore Brads early days in comedy where he happened to do stand-up with Bill Nye the Science Guy. Chris has a variety of news to share starting with the Canadian government warning travelers about some dangers for the LGBTQ community when visiting certain US states. Also, the Great Wall of China was recently damaged by construction workers carving a shortcut, and Air New Zealand wants to...
Adam welcomes comedian Heather McDonald where they relate on growing up in the valley and the heat and rattle snakes that came with it. Adam regales us with a recent snake scare in Malibu. Heather shares her experience of collapsing on stage and the fallout from various factions afterwards with Adam quipping that everyone hates Heather McDonald. Next Adam welcomes blues musician Joe Bonamassa with Joe sharing that he cant remember a time he didnt have a guitar in his hand, such as the time that ...
#1 ACS 3137 - AJ Benza (2021) #2 ACS 2480 - Calean The House Sitter (2019) #3 ACS 2360 - Grant Lee Phillips (2013) Hosted by Superfan Giovanni Request clips: Classics@adamcarolla.com Subscribe and Watch Clips on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AdamCarollaCorner
Adam welcomes blues rock guitarist and singer Jimmie Vaughan to the show to discuss Jimmies new documentary Brothers in Blues. He talks about his brother, Stevie Ray Vaughan and their various tragedies and glories on their musical path to success. He briefly touches on his brothers tragic death and how that relates to their father as well. He then reminisces about opening for Jimi Hendrix at only 14 years old before playing some live blues on the show. Next, Mike August calls in to share the res...
Adam welcomes country music star Wheeler Walker Jr. to chat about his new album and the decline of Los Angeles and Nashville. They talk about electric cars and take a deep dive into the music of Yoko Ono. Wheeler then debuts his new single Born to Fuck. They talk to comedian Harland Williams to discuss all things Burning Man and Harland gives his firsthand account of the experience. He shares the difference between reality vs some of the news coverage before they discuss orgy tents and the shari...
Adam welcomes comedian Michael Yo and they both begin with some industry wisdom theyve gleaned along the way. Adam shares early career advice from Jimmy Kimmel. Both comedians talk about childhood and their upbringing, with Michael divulging how hed try and avoid beatings from his father. Both Adam and Michael say theyve tried to be better parents than what they experienced growing up. Hilarity ensues as they debate certain black vs white criminals where some NFL players are discussed as well as...
#1 ACS 3162 - Ben Shapiro (2021) #2 ACS 736 - Bill Maher (2012) Hosted by Superfan Giovanni Request clips: Classics@adamcarolla.com Subscribe and Watch Clips on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AdamCarollaCorner
#1 ACS 2862 - Larry Miller (2020) #2 ACS 3323 - Baldywood (2022) #3 ACS 2360 - AJ Benza (2018) #4 ACS 3102 - Q and Ace (2021) Hosted by Superfan Giovanni Request clips: Classics@adamcarolla.com Subscribe and Watch Clips on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AdamCarollaCorner
Adam welcomes radio personality and voice actor Phil Hendrie for a comical look at some Crank Yankers prank calls, as well as some of Phils classic voices and characters that were so realistic people thought they were in fact, real. We find he essentially created the original Karen with one of his character voices. We also hear a hilarious clip of a past radio host blasting Adam, in which Adam explains the nature of the entire misunderstanding. Chris introduces some entertaining news of the day ...
Adam welcomes political commentator, and friend Tucker Carlson to the show where we learn that Tucker is grateful to have been fired, as hes immensely enjoyed the freedom to travel in the interim. Tucker shares that he regrets supporting the war in Iraq, how the CIA not having adequate oversight is a threat to Democracy, and he bets his house that well go to war with Russia and the devastating consequences to follow. They get into the possibility of Trumps assassination before, then Tucker succi...
Adam Carolla welcomes presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy for an engaging conversation about the state of our Nation and politics today as well as Viveks unique run in the upcoming presidential race. Adam and Vivek relate on such topics as our media and politicians race baiting, Affirmative Action, and the principles of America that really matter vs the woke smoke that currently prevails. Vivek also has some singeing criticisms of President Biden. Next Adam welcomes writer and radical moderat...
Adam welcomes consummate singer Darius Rucker to the show for a nuanced and entertaining look at his life and career as hes about to release a new album. Darius grew up with a single mom and even though his father was mostly absent from his life, we learn of some audacious requests from him once Darius found success. We discover his initial love for music, how Hootie & the Blowfish was created with college buddies, and the trajectory of being successful and talented as a black man not necessaril...
#1 ACS 895 - Dave Hill (2012) #2 ACS 829 - Teresa Strasser (2012) #3 ACS 637 - Jordan Rubin (2011) #4 ACS 1547 - Jo Koy (2015) Hosted by Superfan Giovanni Request clips: Classics@adamcarolla.com Subscribe and Watch Clips on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AdamCarollaCorner
Adam welcomes comedian K-von and they find common ground together discussing cancel culture and comedy, focusing on how K-von had to turn to the non-profit Turning Point to assist in getting him back on certain comedy shows which people had previously protested to have canceled. They confer on the woke religion we currently find ourselves in covering topics about soccer player Megan Rapinoe, country music pushback, backlash with brands like Bud Light and Target, and into politics with specifics ...
Adam welcomes comedian Kim Congdon as they review Kims stand-up trajectory and how she left college to pursue comedy. She divulges her fun adventures during covid that almost lead to an engagement, until comedy called her back to the real world. She blasts specific comedy clubs and how comedians are treated, recommending comedians unionize, resulting in Adam offering to bring her pizza on the picket lines in support. Next producer, stuntman and SAG-AFTRA connoisseur Peter Antico joins the show t...
