Quit It

Relaxing with Aisha Tyler

Wed, 01 May 2013 22:34:51 GMT

Aisha Tyler stops by to talk about how she wishes she could quit working so damn much. Plus, we solve all the problems of The Hobbit by casting Aisha as Radagast the Brown, we sing the praises of frosted mini-wheats, and we stare directly into God's dick abs.

Fielding Complaints with Hasan Minhaj

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 15:31:52 GMT

Comedian Hasan Minhaj stops by to talk about how he wishes he could quit paying attention to assholes on the internet. Plus, we come up with new fashion ideas for our nation's stoners. And we receive some professional housekeeping tips from dead people.

Having Fun with Andres du Bouchet

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 01:47:48 GMT

Andrés du Bouchet from Conan stops by to talk about wishing he could quit trying to make up for all the fun he didn't have in his twenties. Plus, we dive deep into erotic fan fiction, Star Wars LEGO, and how much drinking is too much drinking.

Making Discoveries with Vanessa Ragland

Wed, 03 Apr 2013 15:12:43 GMT

Vanessa Ragland of "Pop My Culture" stops by to urge people not to pretend they've discovered everything they just happen to notice. Plus, we talk about the harshness of the death penalty, the hubris of litterers, and we hear from a listener who may or may not be responsible for killing millions of bees.

Star Charting with Matt Gourley

Wed, 13 Mar 2013 14:23:13 GMT

Matt Gourley of SuperEgo stops by to urge people to quit believing in the ancient bullshit of astrology. Plus, we uncover the greatest Bond movie line of all time. And we sing the praises of such exquisite joys as The Twilight Zone and cleaning your ears with a Q-tip.

Quit It Live

Sun, 10 Mar 2013 14:19:52 GMT

At our first live show in Los Angeles, some of our best friends share stories, jokes, and puppet-based dialogs about the things they wish would quit. Featuring James Urbaniak, Judith Shelton, Todd Levin, and music by Allison Goertz. Never has an evening been more magical.

Perrying with Solomon Georgio

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 15:49:25 GMT

Comedian Solomon Georgio stops by to discuss Tyler Perry's lowering of the entertainment bar. Plus, we learn what it's like to grow up a young Phil Collins fan in Fresno. And Brian's neighbor Bernice calls in with a phlegm problem.

Liberalizing with Colton Dunn

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 16:02:49 GMT

Comedian and writer Colton Dunn from "Key & Peele" wishes he could quit mainlining MSNBC, since he's not sure he's getting a well-rounded news-ucation. Plus, we put a stop to presidential myths by spreading some truth about our greatest leaders and the origins of their stupid nicknames.

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Gossiping with Jay Frosting

Wed, 13 Feb 2013 15:54:40 GMT

Comedian and improviser Jay Frosting from Pre-Recorded.com stops by to ask celebrity gossip magazines and the people who read them to please quit it. Plus, we explore the mystery of whether New Jersey belongs to the Kingdom of New Englad. And we check in with the artist formerly known as Pope Benedict XVI to find out why he quit the Vatican.

Quitting Comedy with Todd Levin

Wed, 06 Feb 2013 16:14:49 GMT

Comedian and "Conan" writer Todd Levin stops by to suggest maybe the entire comedy industry should take a year off to find itself. Plus, we get to the bottom of adult book store "arcades", fast food hash browns, and homeless celebrities.

Inflecting with James Urbaniak

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 16:13:12 GMT

James Urbaniak stops by to ponder the weirdness of the newscaster voice. Does anyone want to live in a world where our anchors speak to us like actual human beings? Plus, we sing the praises of film director Larry Cohen, cast iron skillets, and your niece's YouTube channel.

Simplifying with Jason Sims

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 16:36:17 GMT

Jason Sims of the podcast "Jason Sims Puts You in Your Place" stops by to talk about how he wishes life would quit being so complicated. Plus, we dive into the mysteries of Huntsville, Alabama, and we get to the bottom of denim skirts.

Dreaming a Dream with Jeremy Smith

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 16:16:58 GMT

Jeremy Smith (Mr. Beaks from Ain't it Cool News) stops by to talk about the tragedy of Tom Hooper's Les Miserables. What makes good movies good and bad movies so terribly bad? In this very detailed, very dorky discussion, we figure out the definition of "prestige picture" and speculate on the awards season gangster methods of The Weinstein Company.

Thinking Twice with Simon Taylor

Wed, 09 Jan 2013 16:21:12 GMT

Comedian and writer Simon Taylor stops by to talk about the times when people should quit doing the things they're best at doing. Plus, we sing the praises of store-brand ice cream, Universal Monsters, and embarrassing revelations.

Equalizing Marriage with Paul Gilmartin

Wed, 19 Dec 2012 15:41:17 GMT

Paul Gilmartin from "The Mental Illness Happy Hour" stops by to talk about gay marriage, '80s action films, and the inevitable demographic decline of America's most horrible people. Plus, learn how much "Hobbit" is too much "Hobbit".

Waiting in Line with Matt Besser

Wed, 12 Dec 2012 18:40:05 GMT

Matt Besser of the Upright Citizens Brigade and improv4humans wishes people would quit acting like filthy animals when they're forced to wait in line. Are these the same people who go on murderous rampages during freedom riots? Also, resident pop culture expert J.J. Wright stops by to question whether America is finally breaking up with cringe comedy.

Skirting Clergy with Kurt Braunohler

Wed, 05 Dec 2012 16:40:29 GMT

Comedian Kurt Braunohler stops by to encourage the Anglican Church to reconsider banning women from the clergy. Turns out breasts don't make people crazy and incompetent anymore! Plus, we get to the bottom of Australian hotness and experiment with various Anglo accents.

Comic Stripping with Mr. Goodnight

Wed, 21 Nov 2012 15:44:16 GMT

Comedian Mr. Goodnight stops by to talk about horrible, decades-old newspaper comic strips and how the world would be a better place without them. Plus, we dissect the phenomenon of Bond girls, praise the virtues of '80s-era professional wrestling, and tear apart the aesthetic mishmash of steampunk.

Sharing Opinions with Jackie Kashian

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 15:41:19 GMT

Comedian Jackie Kashian stops by to talk about people who insist on sharing their ignorant, baseless opinions. Especially political ones. And for extra fun, we recorded this episode during the nightmarish limbo when Americans had no idea who their next president would be!

Gumming the Works with Paul F. Tompkins

Wed, 07 Nov 2012 16:00:09 GMT

Comedian Paul F. Tompkins stops by to talk about the horrible monsters who leave their disgusting gum everywhere. Is there a statute of limitations on how long this stuff carries diseases?

Buying Furniture with Cameron Esposito

Wed, 31 Oct 2012 14:54:57 GMT

Comedian Cameron Esposito stops by to talk about the trouble with buying new furniture when you've just made a big move. Did you know a person can't furnish an apartment solely with PEZ dispensers and mint-on-card action figures? Plus, learn how you can help the Red Cross and win a chance to thicken a dick.

Whistling Tunelessly with Eric Martin

Wed, 24 Oct 2012 18:58:21 GMT

Eric Martin from This American Wife stops by to talk about people who should quit tunelessly whistling. Why do they do it? Is it because they're staring into the face of oblivion itself? Plus, pop culture expert J.J. Wright questions whether Peter Jackson should just quit it with the hobbits already.

Bursting Bubbles with Judith Shelton

Wed, 17 Oct 2012 04:13:14 GMT

Comedian Judith Shelton stops by to say people should quit having so much annoying confidence. Plus, we both reveal a bit too much about our relationships. And we get to the bottom of William Shatner’s hair situation.

Blocking Scenery with Jesse Thorn

Wed, 10 Oct 2012 05:22:03 GMT

Public radio host and comedy podcast impresario Jesse Thorn stops by to talk about the blight of outdoor advertising, bird mishaps, and Marxism. Plus, we tell guilty pleasures to quit it.

Knocking it Off with Joseph P. Larkin

Wed, 26 Sep 2012 14:59:13 GMT

Comedian Joseph P. Larkin stops by to talk about the moment when people should just give up on trying to make the world laugh. And resident pop culture expert J.J. Wright explores the possibility that “Doctor Who” may need to come to an end.

Mirror Gazing with DC Pierson

Wed, 12 Sep 2012 05:56:10 GMT

Comedian and author DC Pierson stops by to talk about how he should quit resenting the people who are too much like him. Also, the weirdness of being on a school reading list. And the erotic thriller "Along Came Polly".

Hanging Up with Mark McConville

Wed, 29 Aug 2012 05:05:05 GMT

Mark McConville from Superego stops by to talk about how people should quit sucking strangers into the private world of their electronic communications. Also, the ins and outs of mispronunciations. And being non-confrontational.

Colonizing Planets with Phil Hendrie

Wed, 15 Aug 2012 06:53:37 GMT

Legendary radio host Phil Hendrie stops by to talk about how people should quit resisting the slow creep of idiocy. Also, his elephantine penis. And interplanetary whites.

Exploring Faith with Chris Stedman

Wed, 01 Aug 2012 07:21:56 GMT

Chris Stedman, author of Faitheist, stops by to talk about how the godless and the god…ful(?) can work together. Also, Lana Del Ray. And the sex appeal of the Minnesota accent.

Wiping Correctly LIVE from Las Vegas

Wed, 18 Jul 2012 05:38:04 GMT

We’re live in Las Vegas, trying to break the world record for most people on a podcast. Paul Provenza, Kelly Carlin, Gary Stockdale, Eric Schwartz, Emery Emery, Blair Scott, Dr. Atlantis, and Mrs. Doctor Atlantis stop by to talk about the limits of comedy. Also, the right and wrong ways to use a toilet. And teeny bikinis.

Geeking Out with Bill Corbett

Fri, 06 Jul 2012 05:35:40 GMT

Bill Corbett of RiffTrax and MST3K stops by to talk about the ubiquity of the term "geek". Also, altitude sickness. And emotional truths.

Getting Spoiled with Jeremy Smith

Wed, 20 Jun 2012 14:58:47 GMT

Jeremy Smith (a.k.a. Mr. Beaks from Ain’t It Cool News) stops by to talk about our modern world’s obsession with spoiler alerts. Also, prosthetic chest pieces. And Leonard Part 6.

Tingling Crads with Mary Roach

Wed, 06 Jun 2012 16:23:18 GMT

Author Mary Roach stops by to talk about what you can determine by the liquids that escape your kids. Also, tequila tingles. And how to boss around your food.

Overcoming Ugly with Bryan Safi

Wed, 23 May 2012 16:04:04 GMT

Bryan Safi of Throwing Shade stops by to talk about celebrities who won’t stop pretending they were ugly kids. Also, rib adjustments. And that awkward moment when a Hulk compliments you.

Growing Up with Jordan Morris

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 16:21:03 GMT

Jordan Morris of "Jordan Jesse Go!" stops by to talk about the internet nerd community’s unhealthy addiction to nostalgia. Also, human cheek pouches. And the Noid.

Quit It

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 06:26:16 GMT

It's the end of an era for The Amateur Scientist and the beginning of something bigger and better. So much bigger and better than only one person could possibly be trusted to make this announcement: Quackers the podcasting duck.