In this conclusion of a two-part episode, Frank and guest co-host Dan Pasternack talk to Emmy-winning writer-actor-director Robert Smigel about his lifelong obsession with Charles Schulz and Peanuts, his preference for “specific” comedy, his working relationship with Lorne Michaels and his unusual friendship with Blackwolf the Dragonmaster. Also, Triumph debates Carl Bernstein, Jesus meets Kathie Lee Gifford, Mr. T auditions for “A Doll’s House” and Robert stresses the importance of “embracing oddballs.” PLUS: Anne Beatts! Shel Silverstein! The brilliance of Darlene Love! Paul Simon weighs in! Robert turns into Ed Grimley! And Frank and Dan praise the inventiveness of “Leo”!

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In part one of a two-part episode, Emmy-winning writer-actor-director Robert Smigel and this week’s co-host, writer-producer Dan Pasternack join Frank for a 25th anniversary salute to the cult Comedy Central series, “TV Funhouse.” In this informative and hilarious interview, Robert talks about his love of animal-centric comedy, his lifelong obsession with “Mr. Ed,” the humble origins of Triumph the Insult Comic Dog and how the homoeroticism of superhero movies inspired “The Ambiguously Gay Duo.” Also, William Shatner takes down Trekkies, Leo Durocher meets Herman Munster, Dan befriends a legendary “Batman” writer and Robert remembers the late, great George Wendt. PLUS: Cluckin’ Chicken! “Lancelot Manzi: Mafia Chimp”! The passion of Al Pacino! The brilliance of Dino Stamatopoulos! And Robert keeps a kangaroo in his basement!

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Frank welcomes theme park experience designer Dave Cobb (“Men in Black: Alien Attack”) and attraction show writer and author Robert Coker (“Roller Coasters: A Thrill Seeker’s Guide to the Ultimate Scream Machines”) for an in-depth look at the fascinating histories of failed and forgotten amusement parks, including Freedomland USA, The Land of Oz, Pacific Ocean Park, Hanna-Barbera Land and The World of Sid & Marty Krofft, among others. Also in this episode: Soupy Sales hosts a beauty pageant, Grizzly Adams buys a carousel, Dave makes his pitch to Steven Spielberg and Robert reveals his favorite roller coasters. PLUS: The Escalator to Nowhere! The genius of Paul Frees! “Kiss Meets The Phantom of the Park”! All aboard the Banana Train! And the secret origin of Steppenwolf’s “Magic Carpet Ride”?

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Frank is joined by Emmy-winning writer-producer Dick Blasucci (“Mad TV,” “The Larry Sanders Show”) and Emmy-winning writer-director Paul Flaherty (“Clifford,” “Who’s Harry Crumb?”) for a loving tribute to the life and career of the late “SCTV” stalwart Joe Flaherty. In this episode, Dick and Paul discuss Joe’s passion for classic cinema, his rise from Second City stage manager to performer, his repertoire of celebrity impressions and the (rumored) origins of Count Floyd, Vic Hedges and Guy Caballero. Also, Dick remembers Rip Torn, Paul tangles with Burt Reynolds, John Candy dines with Larry Fine’s cousin and George Burns tries (unsuccessfully) to butter a bagel. PLUS: Brother Theodore! “Maudlin’s Eleven”! “Morton & Hayes”! Paul jams with Ray Charles! And Joe pays his respects to the legendary Roberto Clemente!

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Frank is joined by Emmy-winning writer-comedian DANA GOULD and this week’s co-host, voice actor (and youthful ward) BARRETT LEDDY for a waaay too in-depth analysis of the rogues’ gallery of arch-villains from the classic 1966-’68 “Batman” series. In this episode, Frank and the boys talk about bat-climbs, celebrity cameos and “non-canon” nemeses and share their favorite (and LEAST favorite) bat-baddies, while taking a nostalgic look back at an oft-repeated “rumor” from the “Amazing Colossal Podcast.” PLUS: “Beneath the Planet of the Apes”! Dana dines with the Riddler! Frank hangs with Adam West! Barrett impersonates Eartha Kitt! And Dana remembers his friend, the late Paul “Pee Wee Herman” Reubens!

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In the premiere episode, Frank Santopadre kicks off this new adventure with a heartfelt and hilarious tribute to “Gilbert Gottfried’s Amazing Colossal Podcast!” Joining Frank for an hour of stories, memories and laughs are GGACP producing partner Dara Gottfried, entertainment reporter Gino Salomone, and comedy legend Alan Zweibel. Also in this episode: Bob Costas almost tanks his career, Gino runs afoul of Robert Wagner, Dara shares a priceless voicemail from Bill Macy, and everyone recalls their favorite Gilbert moments. PLUS: Dick Cavett saves the day! Gino remembers Ruth Buzzi! Alan reports from SNL’s 50th! And Frank lays out his next chapter in podcasting!

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A podcast celebrating the golden age of pop culture. For the kids who counted down every song on American Top 40, clipped a Monkees record from a box of Alpha-Bits or begged their parents for a Han Solo action figure or Six Million Dollar Man lunchbox. Join Emmy-winning writer Frank Santopadre and a panel of equally obsessed celebs, superfans, cultural experts and industry insiders as they gush and geek out over the TV, films, toys and trends of the 1960s, 70s, 80s…and beyond. 

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