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Bruce Willis Gets a Prank Call (originally aired on April 8, 2003) from Jun 28, 2010
A Call from a Foo Fighters Fan (originally aired on September 23, 2008) from Apr 18, 2011
A Talk with Mark Michaels, Publisher of Pizza Aficionado Magazine (originally aired on August 2, 2005) from Jun 14, 2010
A Call from a Drunk Driver (originally aired on January 9, 2007) from Jul 26, 2010
Kip Palfner, Tom's Trivia-Obsessed Co-Worker (originally aired on February 5, 2008) from May 31, 2010
Bruce Willis Storms the Studio (originally aired on April 15, 2003) from Jul 12, 2010
A Call from Gene Simmons (originally aired on August 8, 2006) from Apr 4, 2011
Tom's High School Classmate Has Found Freedom (originally aired on May 25, 2004) from Sep 6, 2010
Little Bill and Big Bill (originally aired on November 25, 2008) from Aug 9, 2010
Hot Rockin' Ronny Calls from a Political Convention (originally aired on July 27, 2004) from May 17, 2010
A jam-packed show: TODD BARRY gets political! JULIE KLAUSNER is in-house! Darren from Work is in trouble! Tom visits America’s noisiest eatery! A lady tries to defend her husband’s honor! Clark returns! Woody Allen snobbery! Don’t miss! from Jun 28, 2011
R.B. Calls About The Gathering Of The Juggalos (originally aired on July 28, 2009) from Aug 8, 2011
PAUL SCHEER shares casting and plot details from the set of Piranha 3DD! Darren from Work discusses his and Tom’s dads’ band, and reveals some amazing Bin Laden secrets! Imagining an early 90s Chicago musical! The topic is “Things We Just Don’t Get”! from
A slew of bad early callers won't derail this one, as Tom is joined by the one and only MARC MARON! He tells funny stories about gigs, politics, and the most irritating WTF guests! And old pal SAM SEDER calls in to yell at him! A classic! from May 31, 201
A Call from Linus, a Blogger from South South Newbridge (originally aired on February 13, 2007) from Jun 13, 2011
Tom Interviews 'Mr. Loophole', Tony Torgvort, Author of 'The System' (originally aired on June 19, 2001) from Sep 20, 2010
Tom's Brother Dom Calls In (originally aired on May 15, 2007) from May 30, 2011
Matthew Tompkins Works for ABC Now (originally aired on May 29, 2007) from Oct 4, 2010
Paul Scheer Talks About Piranha 3D (originally aired on June 2, 2009) from Aug 23, 2010
"An Interview with the Author of 'Roadie Rage' (originally aired on July 5, 2005) from Oct 18, 2010
Tom Gets a Call from High School Bully Troy Dershman (originally aired on August 14, 2001) from Jun 27, 2011
The welcome return of JOHN HODGMAN! A cautionary tale about devil-worship and another about hungry ghosts! More dream roles for Orson Welles! Hodgman-themed reality shows! Rat holes! And Tom is invited to his 25-year high school reunion! from Sep 13, 2011
Hammerhead Talks About the Newbridge Hardcore Scene (originally aired on July 17, 2007) from Jul 11, 2011
It’s the 2010 Best Show Holiday Party! Tom is joined in the studio by JOHN HODGMAN, JOHN RODERICK, many other friends, and all the Four Loko they can drink! Mike dances! Tom giggles! AIMEE MANN calls in! So does 80s Rick! Happy Holidays to all! from Dec 1
Tom addresses the Miami Heat’s loss in the NBA Finals! Prison slang with Julie from Cinci! More on ‘Locked Up Abroad’! Twin topics: ‘Who are the most/least likeable celebrities?” and “This is not good for me”! Plenty of good stories in this one! from Jun
Episode from May 11, 2010
A Visit from Del the Pizza Guy (with In-Studio Guests Aimee Mann and Patton Oswalt) (originally aired on May 12, 2009) from Oct
An Interview with Chris Langstrom from The Wednesday Rockets (originally aired on September 23, 2008) from Mar 21, 2011
The phrase “Espresso Beans for Everyone” is used! Tom intervenes in a lovers’ quarrel! Flippin’ the bird while driving! DAVID REES defends Pete Seeger! Larry da Perv explains Watergate! And taste-making blogger Mr. Furst has plenty to brag about! from Jul
Nuggets 94! Philly Boy Roy is in Weirdowood! Anonymity in Red Bank! The Black Leprechaun! Mischief Night City: The Movie! Novelist and bon vivant D.C. PIERSON is in-studio! Hawkwind Trivia! And Introducing Vance’s roommate Gary the Squirrel! from Jan 17,
The anatomy of a buffet! A harrowing tale of high school bullying! A drunken dad at a hardcore show! Philly Boy Roy had a great time at the Gathering! Bugtussle Bill, Alabama’s most famous possum! And an appearance from JULIE FROM CINCINNATI! from Aug 16,
Tom recounts his horrible experiences in line on Black Friday and announces Love Hill – a list of his favorite celebrities! More protégés enter the race! The topic is "Dumb versus Evil"! And the exciting debut of Podcastin' with Gary and Roy! from Feb 15,
Reverend Ken Miller of Newbridge Episcopalian (originally aired on June 27, 2006) from May 2, 2011
The great PATTON OSWALT calls to discuss his awesome new book ‘Zombie Spaceship Wasteland’! Spike presents some Big Bang Theory fan-fiction! Tom and Mike take an insane tour through the Hate Pit! And Philly Boy Roy is becoming a doctor or a banker! from J
Bill from Consolidated Cardboard Can't Keep His Story Straight (originally aired on May 13, 2008) from Oct 31, 2011
A star studded show - AIMEE MANN, AZIZ ANSARI and JASON WOLINER are all in-studio! Pranks! Cookies! Oscars! Potential protégés The H-Man and Greg Gethard go at it! Damien from F’ed Up! And Matthew Tompkins from the Shout! Network pitches new shows! from J
A Call from Bernie Taupin (originally aired on January 27, 2009) from Nov 15, 2010
The 2nd Best Show Holiday Party! JOHN HODGMAN! TED LEO! DAVID REES! A secret guest! Singalongs! Also: Darren calls with some pals from the Consolidated Cardboard Party! John Roderick! Wally Wackiman returns! “A Storage Wars Christmas”! Too Much Gold! from
One on One News (originally aired on October 25, 2005) from Feb 7, 2011
Mit Hamine can’t stop! Tom’s visit to Lipstick City! The corruption of ‘Sweet Caroline’! The premiere of Yallbegone Pond! Gary the Squirrel returns to bust Mike’s beans and review ‘Young Adult’! And Tom’s incredible impressions revue! from Jan 31, 2012
Matthew Tompkins is Back on the Shout! Network (originally aired on January 15, 2008) from Jan 24, 2011
Calls from funnyman TODD BARRY, ‘The Real Rocky’ director JEFF FEUERZEIG and wordsmith JOHN HODGMAN! Skip Dworkin has many stories to tell about Newbridge Dance Party! The Scrivener becomes the Commish! And AP Mike Day, a possible Bayonne holiday! from Oc
What if more demons called in! Singing over the Pet Sounds instrumentals! Chestnut Mare –a song about a man and a horse! Topics: Most of the Least; Least of the Most! And Blaze Monroe, of the Newbridge Monroes, speaks of his many achievements! from Aug 23
Freddy Harmon Wants to Be Tom's Personal Magician (originally aired on November 25, 2003) from Feb 21, 2011
The exciting debut of Vance, Tom’s progressive rock-loving new puppet! AP Mike has trouble operating an iPhone! A funny story about Gary Busey! Topic: I’m A Sucker! Joff in Newbridge has celebrity merch for sale! And Tom’s experiences at NY Comic-Con! fro
An In-Studio Appearance by Seth Galifianakis (originally aired on April 24, 2007) from Sep 19, 2011
Zachary Brimstead, Esq. (originally aired on November 28, 2000) from May 16, 2011
The topic is “Why is it good/bad that the Rapture didn’t happen?”! Toronto-based funnyman NICK FLANAGAN is in the studio! So is TED LEO! An interview with Shaq! And The Leader is back! from May 24, 2011
A Call from Rex, A Real Villain (originally aired on June 16, 2009) from Jan 9, 2012
A Call from Roderick J. Martinez, Esq. (originally aired on August 13, 2002) from Jul 25, 2011
The topic is “You’re doing it wrong, fella!” Abbot & Costello Meet Hitler! A new caller turfs out hard! Fredericks on Yoga! Willy Wackoman is born! Budapest Confederates! Philly Boy Roy mourns a bad sports week! And the tale of a botched jailbreak! from O
Shawn in Rampridge Survived a Plane Crash (originally aired on December 30, 2008) from Sep 5, 2011
Episode from May 25, 2010
The Return of Barry Dworkin (originally aired on December 3, 2002) from Nov 1, 2010
Marky Ramone's Romance Novel (originally aired on January 31, 2006) from Feb 6, 2012
Polyphonic Spree and Brian Wilson Unfair Record Reviews (originally aired on July 27, 2004) from Jan 10, 2011
Tom dissects Comedy Central’s daytime programming! A college DJ starts a fight! Howard Cosell stories! Pudge Palfner is back! KURT BRAUNOHLER from IFC’s ‘Bunk’ says hello! Flight rituals! And a table read for Gary’s movie ‘Midnight in Times Square’! from
Tom talks about the sad, and weird, effects of Hurricane Irene! Trembling Eagle returns to defend mixed martial arts! Mayor Philly Boy Roy talks about the Newbridge hurricane response! A great landlord/tenants story! Chris Kattan trivia! Orson Welles! fro
A Bruce Springsteen biographer calls in and reveals many shocking secrets about the Boss! (Or does he?) TODD BARRY calls while walking down the street! A 93 year old man offers much wisdom, and Tom regrets watching a film that Mike recommended! from Nov 3
The great JEN KIRKMAN is live in the studio! Sex and the City slot machines! America’s most racist cities! Charlie Sheen’s live show! A Punchline Magazine boycott! Much Keillor-bashing! Wally Wackiman vs Fredericks! Larry the Perv returns! from Apr 5, 201
Trip Whiting has sizable news on Time Trampoline! Michael K takes the scenic route! The trouble with Fribbles! Larry Da Perv says the coolest thing Tom has ever heard anyone say! And the much-discussed Feltdown! Don’t miss! from Oct 4, 2011
Philly Boy Roy is stuck at an Emerald Nightmare party! Guy Ritchie is a British Kevin Smith! NJ’s most dangerous theme park, Action Park! PATTON OSWALT calls from onstage in Athens, GA! And PAUL F. TOMPKINS checks in from Australia! What a show! from Mar
An incredible story about a monkey in a diaper! Tom imagines 'The Three Stooges at Coachella'! Happy Days slot machines! Wally Wackiman! Paycheck! Ted Leo! An author reveals some secrets the retail industry doesn’t want you to know! Listen to this! from A
Herman Cain’s Presidential Campaign! The WFMU Record Fair! Daryl Hall’s TV show! Great calls from Michael K and Spike! Darren from Work is troubled for a change! A call from JOHN HODGMAN’s book launch! And The Mike Show returns, now with Skeevy! from Nov
Newbridge High basketball star, and viral video star, “Magic” Todd Manheim checks in! Things get supernatural! Spike finally breaks his silence on Chris Brown! Tom discusses Garrison Keillor’s retirement! Fredericks! More! from Mar 22, 2011
A Call from Paul 'Golf Nuts' Shwartzendruber (originally aired on October 14, 2003) from Aug 22, 2011
Writer and illustrator MICHAEL KUPPERMAN is in the studio! The Newbridge machete craze! The Banksy of Human Interaction checks in! Gary takes on 3D and busts Mike beans some more! Howard Cosell meets John Lennon! And the lovelorn call in to complain! from
Ron Scharpling is furious because his brother Tom ruined Christmas! PFT calls from South Carolina, and AP MIKE calls from Florida! Plus: Spike won the lottery, Tom saw the Wu-Tang Clan with a crowd of maniacs, and someone new is thrown into the Hate Pit!
TODD BARRY calls from the gritty NYC streets! Comedian and ‘A Bad Idea I’m About To Do’ author CHRIS GETHARD is in-studio with his brother THE GREGGULATOR! Chris has traumatic stories, and Gregg has people who hate him! Sparks (and felt) will fly! from Ja
The great ROB SCHRAB calls in to discuss his comics and TV work! TED LEO and EMMA FROM TORONTO are in-studio! People enjoy flying first class! Tom’s run-in with a parking garage valet! Pro-wrestling talk! And a man who’s confused about hardcore music! fro
Tom Zings WFMU DJ Hova, Talks to a Caller About Studio 54, and Sings Belle & Sebastian (originally aired on July 27, 2004) from Dec 13, 2010
The Brushman Confronts Tom (originally aired on June 23, 2009) from Jan 23, 2012
Earning your beard! A local music critic discusses the best of 2011! A rare call from Newbridge musician-slash-renaissance man David Quinnfelder! A fake Damian Abraham! And Tom gets a threatening letter from an illiterate podcaster! from Dec 13, 2011
Episode from Jun 8, 2010
Episode from May 4, 2010
JEN KIRKMAN’s airport woes! Lake Y’allbegone! The Maple Syrup Mussolini and his horrorbilly dad! Vance meets Michael K! An update on Brian Wilson’s ‘Pleasure Island’! Dumb sushi names! And Philly Boy Roy had a jolly old time in London! from Dec 6, 2011
The return of Build-A-Movie generates many great and weird ideas! The 12 year old Canadian Glenn Beck takes on the elderly! A call about Syl Johnson’s pelvic thrusts! J. Edgar! Best Buy Black Friday craziness! Vance on Soft Machine! Drain me, Zork! from N
A Call from Newbridge Acres (originally aired on April 24, 2007) from Mar 19, 2012
Documentary director JEFF FEUERZEIG calls in to pay tribute to the Big Man! DAMIAN from F’ED UP talks about his band’s great new album! Tom and the callers share their summer memories and reveal summer plans! Topic: “What Are They Doing Right Now?” from J
Tom had a bad experience with ice cream! The protégé race heats up with new candidates and dropouts! The topic is “Forward/Backwards” – are things getting better or worse? Record Store Day! Trump for Prez! Excitement for the next Fast & Furious movie! fro
THE 500th SHOW! Classic bed music! Omar checks in! JULIE KLAUSNER, TED LEO, SAM SEDER, JOHN HODGMAN & JASON WOLINER pay homage! Gary’s remix of his AP Mike remix! Glimpse the future as the show gets unstuck in time! Wally Wackiman 'sings' for peace! from
Tom tells “A Tale of Two Boardwalks”, an epic story about Seaside Heights! “Come at me Bro” is a real slogan! Also: Drunk basketball! Ricky Gervais’ atheism! The Best Show Mentorship Program! And Spike celebrates a celebrity divorce! from Jul 19, 2011
The Newbridge Hot Dog Vendor Situation (originally aired on September 15, 2009) from Apr 30, 2012
November 22, 2011: The 12 year-old Canadian Glenn Beck! “It’s Dumb, But I Love It”! An overview of Stephen King’s oeuvre! Changing the past! Vance imagines an alternate-universe Genesis! Fancy Nancy! Ted Leo! And a Thanksgiving message from Larry Da Perv!
A Call from Maurice Kern and Hot Rockin' Ronny (originally aired on December 21, 2004) from Oct 3, 2011
American comedian TODD BARRY calls in from his new landline and brings the laffs! Tom talks about his experience aboard the Bruise Cruise! Is Chicago such a tough city? And Congressman Monroe checks in and calls Tom a silly-dilly-pickle! from Mar 15, 2011
JULIE KLAUSNER comes to visit, and she brings gifts! AP Mike tussles with Ice-T and his Twitter minions! Tom's cousin Sherm has trouble telling the truth! A Nate Hartley update! Topic: What'd you like to leave in 2011? Happy New Year, youse guys! from Dec
It’s ‘Talk over Tom’ night! Tom sounds off on Soundgarden, spoonmen & Adam Carolla. Philly Boy Roy breaks some big political news! Topics: phony retirements & most annoying companions on a trip to Mars. Plus, Vance seeks a band to produce his epic! from J
Tom takes a Fenway field trip and spooky Salem sojourn! Darren Ploppleton returns with a bang! Jimmy Page in a track suit! A demon field reporter is deputized! Some new callers try to turn the show into a snoozatorium but a banned caller names names! from
Darren from Work Shakes His Moneymaker to the Greasy Funk (originally aired on August 28, 2007) from Dec 12, 2011
The search begins for a new Best Show theme song! Callers’ predictions for 2012! AP Mike’s crazy NYE adventure! Tom resolves to ignore anonymous creeps! JESSE THORN from ‘Bullseye’ checks in! And Tom’s amazing Rage Against the Machine impression! from Jan
Some Exciting News About Power Pop Pop-Pop (originally aired on June 19, 2007) from Apr 16, 2012
Hot Rockin' Ronny Calls from Georgia (originally aired on January 8, 2002) from Nov 29, 2010
The Son of the Bassist from The Ventures Calls In (originally aired on April 5, 2005) from Nov 14, 2011
VANESSA BAYER is in-studio, discussing her trailblazing dad, Offspring parodies and the poor dietary habits of SNL staff! All the regular callers get banned! And Brent Prefontaine – Bryce’s brother – offers to be the show’s Cannabis Correspondent! from Au
Episode from Jun 15, 2010
Episode from Aug 31, 2010
Episode from Jun 22, 2010
Ross from Newbridge Tonight reports from a hot premiere! The Greggulator declares war on Mit Hamine! A 13 year old impressionist! Vance discusses the Pink Floyd reissues! Lazer Whips! And the legendary SYL JOHNSON checks in! A weird but great one! from No
Spike discusses the GOP Presidential candidates! Michael K talks at Vance! Tom’s one-man performance of Bye Bye Birdie deserves a Genius Grant! A look at Kevin Smith’s Comic Book Men! Philly Boy Roy checks in! And Gary busts Mike’s beans again! from Mar 6
Tom immerses himself further in the dark arts! Matthew Tompkins returns and unveils the Shout! Network’s exciting fall line-up! A bizarre Fonzie novelty record is discussed! Coco from The Ettes checks in! The Dollar-Menu Dickens does it again! from Sep 20
Episode from May 18, 2010
Augie Richards Takes the Batter Butler on the Road (originally aired on July 3, 2001) from Mar 7, 2011
Comedian TODD BARRY calls in for an on-air Twitter war! Mit Hamine's album finally breaks! Terrence Shropshire calls about life in "Da Bumble" and his new venture! Bath salt comedy! Mike reviews Kevin Smith's audio book! And Gary opens his mailbag! from A
Episode from Sep 7, 2010
Rick Remington from Newbridge High School Athletic Association (originally aired on March 31, 2009) from Mar 5, 2012
Tom speaks to the future about his place in history as his 500th show looms! De-mythologizing The Band. "Hollywood Babylon." Philly Boy Roy wants Newbridge to shine. Keep It or Dump It. Gary & the Heartthrobs debut their hit record "Hey, AP Mike!" from Ma
Episode from Jun 1, 2010
The one and only JULIE KLAUSNER joins Tom in the studio! Mike drinks Four Loko and goes nuts! A young lady recounts her adventures in babysitting! Tom’s nephew Caesar, an aspiring writer, calls in to bond with his uncle! This was a good one! from Dec 7, 2
LAURIE FROM MIAMI and GENEVA are in studio! Guess how that goes! Michael K gives an extensive history of Led Zep’s ‘Presence’! The Z-Man talks Comic Con! JEN KIRKMAN! Two Southern Gents! Tom pitches his 90s musical to Laurie’s Doddy! from Jul 26, 2011
Episode from Aug 10, 2010
The race to become Tom’s new protégé heats up! AP Mike talks about his cruise! Tom had an unfortunate incident with a UPS machine and asks listeners to call in with stupid stuff that happened to them! And an NFL legend regrets some of his life choices! fr
Guests galore! EVAN from AM I RIGHT?? talks about Canadian funnymen! LISA JANE PERSKY bemoans weird Kiss fans! ANDY ZAX discusses his time on Beat the Geeks! Also: Gene Simmons has many wheels a-turnin’! PFT! And Tom’s fight with the Apple Corporation! fr
Rockstar TED LEO talks CBGB! Trump shills for walking! Local legend Gus Brennan of the Newbridge Ratmen checks in! Then his teammate Tim Reddick calls with some shocking truths! Kevin Smith comes to Broadway! And Gene Simmons endorses Mitt Romney! from Ap
It's a Best Show Gems Holiday Extravagonza! [clip show] from Dec 26, 2011
Episode from Jul 6, 2010
Dom gets his wires crossed. Topics: 'Never Saw, Heard or Read It' & 'Humanity 101.' Gary throws the book at AP Mike. Tom makes a Twitter love connection with Chuck Woolery! Vance reads an open letter about, well, you know. Plus, other big huckadoos! from
Philly Boy Roy Goes to Weirdowood (originally aired on July 3, 2007) from May 14, 2012
It’s a new year of music, mirth and mayhem! A youngster with an old problem checks in! Tom dissects the Huffington Post’s list of the 50 funniest people of the decade! The Hate Pit is repopulated! And the callers are mostly terrible. Happy 2011! from Jan
A Visit from Zachary Brimstead, Esq. (originally aired on May 6, 2008) from Nov 28, 2011
Movies summed up in one sentence! The Best Show 100! Forgiveness! A cavalcade of classic callers! Tom’s self-coronation as the King of Free Entertainment! A chat with a human Siri! Ice Cube v/s a can of Coors Light! And MATT FRACTION checks in! from May 1
Ben Vollrath Got Sued by Michael Jackson (originally aired on June 30, 2009) from Aug 20, 2012
Callers draft the ultimate "Celebrity Apprentice" cast from all of history! "Hardcore Pawn" race war conspiracy! Tales of young Eric Trump! TED LEO! Grunge alternate history! "The Gary & Vance Show" returns to tackle the topic "How dumb is Mike?" from Apr
Reggie from Survivor (originally aired on December 16, 2003) from Dec 27, 2010
Fear & Loathing in Spike's Basement. Non-pro fireworks stink. Sir Scott heralds yet another summer of bored kid callers. Tom pitches 'Fargo 2: Hockey Cat.' Gary & Mike contrasted. Plus, Exhibit A of Anthony Kiedis' crimes against the music industry. from
Mike Healy Argues with Tom About DVDs (originally aired on May 21, 2002) from Sep 3, 2012
Tom talks with one of his heroes: the legendary CHRIS ELLIOTT! They discuss Get a Life, Eagleheart, Letterman and much more! Also: the topic is “Ugh! Give me a break,” and brings out some great stories! from Feb 22, 2011
Episode from Aug 24, 2010
Episode from Jul 20, 2010
Episode from Aug 3, 2010
Comedian KURT BRAUNOHLER of IFC's 'Bunk' is in the studio! Tom defends Sammy Hagar & alligators. COCO of THE ETTES calls! AP Mike fires back at Gary the Squirrel with his spooky answer song! Save It, Shelve It, Stuff It. Plus, PIXARt's "The General." from
MATT WALSH discusses his new film ‘High Road’, and TV show ‘Veep’! KURT BRAUNOHLER talks about subs! Casting ‘The Best Show Apprentice’! Tom went to another Beatles convention, and things got weird! And a little taste of ‘The Vance and Gary Show’! from Ma
Black Tyger (originally aired on February 10, 2004) from Apr 2, 2012
Philly Boy Roy Talks About the World Cup with John Hodgman and John Oliver (originally aired on June 22, 2010) from Oct 1, 2012
Episode from Oct 19, 2010
CHRIS GETHARD's worst idea ever. Atlantic City. Dumpster woes. Calls from Newbridge High class presidential candidate Mike Wilkens & his campaign manager, Kyle. Entertainer DAVE HILL, author of “Tasteful Nudes”, and comedian NICK FLANAGAN in studio! from
A night of legends! Comedian ANDY KINDLER calls to talk to Tom, but gets hijacked by Gary the Squirrel for an episode of ‘Comedians are Nuts!’ Stephen in Chicago finally engineers a call from his boss, STEVE ALBINI! Plus, is this the last Best Show? from
Tom recounts his trip to Portland, home of the noisiest hotel room in America! An essay and a poem! Philly Boy Roy talks about his latest family venture and his latest arrest! Competitive eating! Pawn Stars! I Love Lucy! A horrifying Spike soundboard! Mor
Living legend CHRIS ELLIOTT in studio with JASON WOLINER to talk Eagleheart & the end of Chris' career! Calls from comedians JIM GAFFIGAN & MARC MARON! Darren Ploppleton calls to brag about his “unimagined of” packing peanuts promotion! Plus, Gary! from A
Remembering Dennis Flemion of The Frogs. 'Put down that shark!' Darren from Work calls in from a wild night on the high seas! Can Tom & Mitt Hamine make peace? Vance, Gary & AP Mike join Tom to talk ‘The Wall.’ Plus, a reading from 'Scar Tissue.' from Jul
Kenny Dupree Promotes 'Freedom Bombs' (originally aired on March 25, 2003) from Aug 6, 2012
Episode from Jul 27, 2010
Episode from Nov 9, 2010
International superstar ZACH GALIFIANAKIS calls and discusses possible Hangover sequels and partying with AP Mike! The warden from Newbridge Jail has stars in his eyes! The topic is “Grow A Pair”! Tom’s sick but plows through because THAT’S WHAT HE DOES!
No sign of a Four Loko hangover as Tom welcomes Matador Records’ signing KURT VILE to the studio to play a couple of tracks! Plus a chat with ANDREW EARLES about his awesome new Husker Du book! And Philly Boy Roy does something inappropriate for once. fro
A Call from Dr. Myers, Tom's Therapist (originally aired on July 29, 2008) from Jun 11, 2012
BJ Bryson from The Bridge (originally aired on July 22, 2008) from Feb 20, 2012
Todd Palin Had a Great 4th of July (originally aired on July 7, 2009) from Jul 9, 2012
Tom talks about his L.A. trip, including hell at the airport and an annoying creep at a Clippers game! Rock stars Laura from NO JOY and Coco from THE ETTES check in! Julie from Cinci! Spike! And an Egyptian man reports from the not-so-frontlines! from Feb
The Robin Hood of the Hardwood (originally aired on November 30, 2004) from Jul 23, 2012
An Argument About the CNN News Crawl (originally aired on May 30, 2006) from Sep 17, 2012
COCO from THE ETTES professes her love. National touring comedian TODD BARRY pleads with those who are on the fence. Garrison Keillor’s ‘Writer’s Almanac on the Storm.’ Tom is hooked on the Olympics. 'Batman 3' talk. Plus, callers get Bad Companyed! from
JAMES URBANIAK seeks sanction for his new podcast. Dom Scharpling dials a wrong number. Garry Shandling: Twitter bully. Comedian ROB DELANEY calls about his new special, but Gary the Squirrel nabs him for ‘Comedians are Nuts!’ Plus, GENTLEMAN JESSE! from
Paul Needs Tom's Relationship Book (originally aired on May 20, 2008) from Jun 25, 2012
The Best Show passes 1500 hours! Officer Tom & Purple Shirt return from the void! Tom's brother Dom catches us up on his favorite TV show. Tom & AP Mike 'Break Bad.' Tom's waiting room entertainment woes. Plus, 'Staten Island Garbage Rats!' from Jul 17, 2
Terry calls in from Woodstock by way of outer space. Topic: 'Perfect Storms.' More on ‘Staten Island Garbage Rats.’ Tom’s still losing his marbles over ‘The Wall.' ‘CPO Scharpling!’ What if America was a Golden Corral? Plus, Gary's 'List Of Fools!' from J
Episode from Nov 2, 2010
Bryce Calls About Frank Zappa (originally aired on November 24, 2009) from Oct 15, 2012
Best Show 10th Anniversary with Guest Hosts Mike and Therese from Oct 12, 2010
Author Steven Jennings Talks About His Bruce Springsteen Book (originally aired on November 30, 2010) from Dec 10, 2012
Things start with talk of 'Sons of Anarchy,' rocking Depends & the dumbest Stones lyrics ever heard. Can Tom get Herman Cain to call the show? Philly Boy Roy has a musical proposition. Papa John's delivers. The Monsters of Dubstep. Plus, COCO calls! from
Candidates debate, but the show rolls on! Tom issues the ‘Frankie Teardrop’ Headphone Challenge. ‘Sons of Anarchy’ ruins TV. 'Podcast Hero' is born! AP Mike reviews Neil Young's book. Topic: Rap Album Skits. Plus, Gary the Squirrel mesmerizes Mike! from O
Episode from Nov 16, 2010
Matt Walsh Promotes 'Old School' (originally aired on February 4, 2003) from May 28, 2012
Tales of trampoline terror! KURT BRAUNOHLER joins Gary the Squirrel on the premiere of ‘Comedians are Nuts.’ De Niro vs. Robo De Niro. Todd from 'Behind the Saloon Doors' calls about his charitable work. Topic: 'Never Seen It, Read It or Heard It.' from J
Phil from Newishbridge Talks SNL Trivia with John Mulaney (originally aired on July 27, 2010) from Nov 26, 2012
Episode from Jul 13, 2010
Tom's nine year Micky Dolenz grudge ends! 'WTF' host MARC MARON talks art! Topic: 'Who’s the unfunniest comedian in the world?' Thrill to the worst call in the history of the show & a Hate Pit game changer! Plus, Gary & AP Mike have a breakthrough! from D
‘A Four Loko Carol,’ in which Tom is visited by 3 spirits: TED LEO, JOHN HODGMAN & JULIE KLAUSNER! Mr. Pencil DAVID REES, director LANCE BANGS & CHRISTOPHER MCCULLOCH from the ‘Venture Brothers’ spread cheer! Plus, will Gary the Squirrel see 2013? from De
Philly Boy Roy Is Having a Reggae Christmas (originally aired on December 23, 2008) from Dec 24, 2012
Episode from Oct 26, 2010
The 2008 Newbridge Mayubernational Debate (originally aired on August 19, 2008) from Oct 29, 2012
Author/Artisanal Pencil Sharpener DAVID REES & Comedian KURT BRAUNOHLER are in the studio! Topics: ‘Dudes walking through doors’ & ‘Stump Dr. Pencil.’ Darren from Work meets Newbridge’s finest. Plus, Gary’s back with another ‘Comedians are Nuts!’ from Sep
It's the Best Show’s 12th Birthday! In studio: funny person JULIE KLAUSNER & rock star A.C. NEWMAN! Topic: Clinic for Karaoke Flameouts. The words 'sex', 'placenta' & 'Tony Danza' get said a lot. Plus, Gary presents a ‘Comedians are Nuts' 2-for-1! from Oc
Special Marathon Week 1 Podcast from Feb 20, 2012
The phones are back! Calls from funny men KURT BRAUNOHLER aka ‘Joe California’ & the mellowly fruitful DAVID REES. TIM HEIDECKER does his 1001st pitch of his new film ‘The Comedy’ & mourns the death of America. Remember, WFMU still needs your help! from N
Episode from Nov 23, 2010
A call from DC PIERSON, witness to true rage. Chuck Woolery blocks Tom on Twitter. Romney staffer Ben Dublin tries to make up some demographic ground. Topic: ‘Credit Where Credit is Due.’ Little Steven Kickstarts The Rascals. Plus, Tom's 'Skum List!' from
True story: comedian TODD BARRY calls to ring in 2013. Tarkington 44 is getting back together! Tom’s father calls to chide his son. AP Mike & two bags of shrimp visit Fredericks in Florida. Tom tinkers with rock history. Plus, “Dinklage Unchained!” from J
Comedy legends CHRIS ELLIOTT & ADAM RESNICK are in studio for all 3 hours! Amongst other things, they discuss: 'Cabin Boy's troubled production and lasting legacy, the all too short-lived 'Get A Life' and of course, Chuck Woolery and Garry Shandling. from
Headphones vs.Tom. Calls from old, new and weird callers. Officer Harrups needs help. Vance and Gary drop by. AP Mike wants a new job title. Philly Boy Roy and Roy Jr. wreak havoc. JON WURSTER joins Tom in-studio. It's the electrifying conclusion! from De
It’s week one of the 2011 WFMU Fundraising marathon! Tom and co-host THERESE are joined in the studio by TED LEO and A.C. NEWMAN! Gene Simmons checks in! Help keep WFMU afloat: Donate now! from Mar 1, 2011
A Call from Madman, Mann & Mann (originally aired on June 17, 2003) from Jan 7, 2013
Philly Boy Roy and Patton Oswalt Talk About Rambocky (originally aired on July 10, 2007) from Feb 4, 2013
2012 WFMU Marathon! Tom and co-host Therese with TED LEO and JULIE KLAUSNER! Gary! Vance! Duets! Insults! Celebrity Apprentice! Philly Boy Roy! Keep WFMU going! Please! We Love You! Donate Now! from Feb 21, 2012
A Visit from Beatles Expert Milt Mortner (originally aired on March 30, 2010) from Feb 18, 2013
Tom Calls Corey Harris to Settle a Bet (originally aired on November 19, 2002) from Nov 12, 2012
Danny Phipps from Glass Houses, America's Number One Billy Joel Tribute Band (originally aired on December 4, 2001) from Mar 18, 2013
Terrence, a Hipster from Billyburg (originally aired on November 24, 2009) from May 27, 2013
Please stand for the singing of our national anthem. Tom’s party jam, 'Come On, Y’all (It’s Time to Have Fun!),' finally drops! Philly Boy Roy has a new hobby. Listeners submit their picks for 'Best Moments in Music.' Plus, Tom rides the rails again. from
Psychic Kelvin Juniper (originally aired on January 6, 2009) from Apr 1, 2013
Man And Wackiman with Wally Wackiman and Hatch from Sep 14, 2010
Week 2 of the WFMU Marathon! Tom and HATCH are joined by TED LEO, JOHN HODGMAN and PATRICK STICKLES from TITUS ANDRONICUS! A suit from Shout Radio gives Tom his marching orders! Radio Theater! Puppets! Skeevy! Thanks everyone! We did it again! from Feb 28
Deconstructions of Black Flag reunions and Paul McCartney shows start things off. TOPIC: The best of the best; the worst of the worst. Darren from work announces a new venture. Some classic callers check in. Tonight we dine on elf meat! from Jun 25, 2013
Aimee Mann and Todd Barry Get a Call from 80's Rick (originally aired on December 1, 2009) from Jan 21, 2013
Mike and Therese Host The Best Show from Sep 21, 2010
Remembering Lou Reed. GABE DELAHAYE wants to be in the Entourage movie. Larry Da Perv wants to know what everyone is going to be for Halloween dere. R. Kelly fans are upset. Irv Chimples talks sports and music with Tom. Tom makes a big announcement. from
NATHAN FIELDER drops by for a visit. A first-time caller raises the bar for first-time callers. Dennis needs Tom to fill-in for him at the pool. Shingles Going Steady with DJ Keili, Danne D, pencil expert/former census worker DAVID REES + many more! from
MARC MARON calls to talk about his new book and TV series. Tom talks “Pain & Gain,” The Eagles and Fleetwood Mac. SEAN KUHL (of Kerbivore) and RACHEL LICHTMAN join Tom in-studio. Gary the Squirrel's poetry. TOPIC: That thing you’ll never get to. from Apr
Week 2 of the 2011 Marathon! Co-host HATCH! TED LEO and CARL NEWMAN return and play each others’ hits! JOHN HODGMAN reads pledges! KURT VILE plays songs! PHILLY BOY ROY is in trouble! Thanks to everyone for supporting the station! from Mar 8, 2011
Craig Cooper from Radio Hut Calls About the hutPod (originally aired on February 21, 2006) from Apr 15, 2013
TOPIC: Did you ever win anything? Tom wants a Daft Punk helmet. Catching up with JELLOMAN and KURT VILE. “The Invisible Hipster” is born. Philly Boy Roy reduces teen crime in Newbridge and drops a bombshell. Gary the Squirrel makes an announcement. from M
Gary threatens to sue AP Mike. "Breaking Nuts" with BOB ODENKIRK. Paul Stanley hates laser pointers. "Our Nixon" director PENNY LANE calls in. The audio collage is becoming The Blob. TOPIC: What's the most frustrating thing in movies and TV shows? from Au
A visit from DAVE WYNDORF of MONSTER MAGNET, comic book writer MATT FRACTION and TIM CRONIN of RIBEYE BROTHERS. Talk about illegal dumping, Ramones and Iron Man. Pete calls from the Laser Tosh line. The 20 Best Dirtbags In Rock History. from Feb 12, 2013
Tom's Cousin Hutch Is On a Health Kick (originally aired on March 24, 2009) from Sep 2, 2013
Californian comedian KURT BRAUNOHLER calls & gets a movie pitch from Gary the Squirrel. MICHAEL K of the Cynics calls to chew the fat. Topics: “What if GG Allin was switched with Elvis?” & “What’s the worst song to get beat up to?” Plus, Canadians. from J
AP Mike Appreciation Night! Listeners recount their favorite Mike Memories, including big time Movie star ZACH GALIFIANAKIS! Bryce reveals some secrets from the past. Mike is honored in story, song and verse. Plus, Gary the Squirrel's pays tribute! from J
Musician CHRIS SLUSARENKO talks Wings. Greggulator did the Frankie Teardrop challenge. JOHN HODGMAN drops by to discuss Star Trek, Star Wars, the works of Henry Purcell and his upcoming Netflix special “Ragnarok.” Philly Boy Roy checks in. from Jun 11, 20
PATTON OSWALT and JULIE KLAUSNER in-studio! TODD BARRY on the horn. Buying a switchblade before a Billy Joel concert. Bob Dylan needs 178 pizzas. Bruno Mars at the Dole Plantation. "Comedians Are Nuts" returns! Fonzie and ALF talk. from Dec 3, 2013
The penultimate Best Show with JULIE KLAUSNER, COCO from THE ETTES, JELLOMAN, GABE DELAHAYE, CHRIS GETHARD, AIMEE MANN, TED LEO and others in-studio! Lots of classic callers. Gary's Twelve Days of Christmas. A startling admission by Darren from Work. from
Three calls about Frankie Teardrop: two challenges; one bee attack. Anthony from Tremarche returns. An unexpected call from Trent L. Strauss. Who is Captain Bayonne? Tom and Mike try cronuts on-air. Gary pops in. It's Ladies Night on Best Show! from Jul 1
Director JEFF FEUERZEIG calls in to talk about the Piano Van. NATHAN FIELDER discusses Canadian television. Newbridge State Community College handball coach Orenthal Harrups catches up with Tom. Jelloman and Tom hatch a party scheme. from Apr 9, 2013
It's a cavalcade of writers! Actor/producer/writer MIKE WHITE talks “Enlightened.” Author ANDREW SANDOVAL discusses Monkees and Bee Gees. Zachary Brimstead calls in to plug his book. Comedian/writer DC PIERSON drops by for a visit. Plus Gary! from Feb 19,
A Call from a Poor Millionaire (originally aired on November 28, 2006) from Apr 5, 2010
Doing Twitter correctly. Dave from Knoxville checks in. The return of Milo. Tom wonders about Kanye's pyramid and the guy in the Guitar Center commercial before having an Imus moment that instigates Grandmagate. Look out...the cicadas are coming! from May
Some cops hassle Tom. The bawdiness of Happy Days. Captain Bayonne gets controversial. Tom went to Goner Fest and saw ducks and great bands. The freewheelin’ ANDY KINDLER. Do Tom a favor...don’t ruin the “Breaking Bad” finale for him. from Oct 1, 2013
A Visit from Author Rick Higgins (originally aired on July 27, 2010) from May 13, 2013
Recording Engineer Rick Spangler Thinks a Lot of Things Suck (originally aired on July 6, 2010) from Jul 8, 2013
AP Mike vs. Mad Men. Tom talks about a Troma documentary he watched; listeners call in with tales of Lloyd Kaufman. Marky Ramone's ice cream. ANDY KINDLER checks in. JEN KIRKMAN phones in to talk about her new book. Plus product placement galore! from Apr
ANDY KINDLER talks Adam Carolla and Pigpen. AP Mike is Judas to Deadheads. Henry Rollins was on Jeff Garlin's podcast. Mike from Stonebridge checks in. Tom gets stuck in an elevator. Stephen from Chicago receives a peculiar letter. #AndrewWhoClay from Aug
Episode from Jun 7, 2011
Therese and Mike filled in. from Jun 29, 2010
Comedian KURT BRAUNOHLER has an invitation for Gary the Squirrel. JELLOMAN might be flying too close to the sun. Director LANCE BANGS checks-in with a great Frankie Teardrop story. Jay-Z and cronut talk. TOPIC: the most neglected celebrity website. from J
Comic book writer MATT FRACTION and Monster Magnet’s DAVE WYNDORF join Tom in-studio. Captain Bayonne versus Captain Cronut. Timmy Von Trimble checks in. The Fenway Park organist. Tom visits a haunted prison. from Nov 5, 2013
Comedians ANDY KINDLER and SUE COSTELLO call in; Sue joins Gary on “Comedians Are Nuts.” News about a Best Show sermon. “Sewer Skunks” star Stench Monroe checks in. Tom plays a Universal Monsters slot machine. JAMES McNEW of YO LA TENGO is in-studio. from
Tom seeks revenge on infamous prankster Brad Pembroke. The listeners help Tom write the outline for the upcoming “Entourage” movie live on the air! A contrite JOHN HODGMAN calls AP Mike to make amends. Plus, Gary the Squirrel does some networking. from Fe
A Call from a Major Player in the Music Biz (originally aired on December 12, 2006) from Jun 10, 2013
Comedian NATHAN FIELDER phones in to talk about his new series "Nathan For You" and creating a viral video. Bishop Pablo Fontana provides a papal update. Should Tom watch "Game Of Thrones?" Plus lots of low energy callers who like to talk over Tom. from M
A Call from Jeep Cherokee Wilson (originally aired on April 1, 2008) from Sep 16, 2013
Karl, Brother of Carl, Son of Carl and Kharl (originally aired on September 15, 2009) from Jun 24, 2013
Mike and Therese Host The Best Show from Oct 5, 2010
Special Marathon Week 2 Podcast from Feb 27, 2012
An Interview with Terry Fritch, Director of 'Weapons of Mass Deception' (originally aired on July 8, 2003) from Apr 29, 2013
Man And Wackiman with Wally Wackiman and Hatch from Sep 28, 2010
Comedian/podcast guru JON DALY joins Tom in-studio. Author NATHAN RABIN promotes his new book about ICP and Phish. Todd from CD Submarine is working on a new box set. ANDREW SANDOVAL talks Harry Nilsson. Plus the long-awaited return of Bad Company! from J
A surprise call from ALAN MILMAN. DAVE WILLIS phones in to talk about his new show on Adult Swim - “Your Pretty Face Is Going To Hell.” Mickey from Mickey’s Towing checks in. So does JELLOMAN! Tom wonders what Jackson 21 is all about. from Apr 23, 2013
A Call from Tom's Old Friend Keith Schwarzendruber (originally aired on June 6, 2006) from Apr 19, 2010
Depravity's Rainbow filled in. from Feb 1, 2011
Mike Sajak Is Having a Meltdown (originally aired on March 22, 2005) from Nov 11, 2013
Depravity's Rainbow with Mike and Therese filled in. from Jan 24, 2012
TODD BARRY has a new podcast. JAKE FOGELNEST joins Tom in-studio. TOPIC: Who actually sucks? The Frankie Teardrop audio collage gets more epic. Chef Jake Divonia talks about his restaurant Divonia's Too. "Midnight Cowboy" gets updated. from Aug 13, 2013
Rick DeBetto from DeBetto and Nephews Fine Dining (originally aired on November 9, 2010) from Aug 19, 2013
Tom vs OnStar (originally aired on May 4, 2004) from Aug 5, 2013
A Call from Basketball Coach Rich McGuiness (originally aired on July 13, 2010) from Oct 14, 2013
JOHN HODGMAN and KURT BRAUNOHLER in-studio. A pizza mystery. Dump cakes. A caller has an idea for a Led Zeppelin movie. AP Mike receives a piece of luggage and spoils “Sons Of Anarchy.” Roger Scharpling drops several bombshells. Gary versus Hodgman. from
The Order of Everything (originally aired on June 17, 2008) from Jul 22, 2013
“Evocateur: The Morton Downey, Jr. Movie” co-director SETH KRAMER calls in to talk about the film. Catching up with Jelloman and ALAN MILMAN. Reginald Monroe promotes his new book. The boardwalk is back! from Jun 4, 2013
For the first time ever the Best Show is pre-taped because "Tom's got work to do." Darren from Work bought a motorcycle. JAKE FOGELNEST calls in. Wally Wackiman seeks podcast advice. Tom records a song. And the return of "The Gary & Vance Show!" from Feb
Former Videogum editor GABE DELAHAYE and Tom discuss “Under The Dome." Alderman Shorter calls in to set the record straight. The sound collage continues to expand. Tom has a beef with Johnny Maestro & The Brooklyn Bridge. from Sep 10, 2013
Tales of the filming of “Sharknado.” The racism of Star Wars. Kiss is opening a Rock & Brews in Maui. Bon Jovi’s dad has a pasta sauce. The debut of “Breaking Nuts” with Gary the Squirrel. Lots of lousy callers in this one...hoo boy. from Aug 20, 2013
Five-star bummers start things off. KURT BRAUNOHLER has a podcast. Fred from Honolulu meets Dog the Bounty Hunter. A few callers did the Frankie Teardrop challenge. Matthew Tompkins promotes the Shout Network’s new shows. AP Mike’s salute to Pigpen. from
Therese & Mike co-host the Best Show from Aug 2, 2011
Hatch fills in for the Best Show with Daniel Ralston, Maggie Serota, Spoony, Wally Wackiman, the Greggulator, H-Man and more! from Feb 7, 2012
KURT VILE, JASON FROM HUNTSVILLE and FRED FROM HONOLULU in-studio. JAKE FOGELNEST checks in. TOPIC: What crimes will celebrities commit? The return of The Gorch. Gary wants to be in KV's band. Plus some of the worst callers in the show's history. from Nov
Callers try resurrecting past show topics. Things haven’t been going well for Bryce Prefontaine. ANDY KINDLER and SAM SEDER check in. TOM LAX from Siltbreeze Records and director PHIL MORRISON join Tom in-studio. Gary has a scheme to fix AP Mike. from Nov
A Call from Tom's Godfather Butch Daffodil (originally aired on June 9, 2009) from Dec 9, 2013
Man & Wackiman with Wally Wackiman & Hatch from May 3, 2011
Philly Boy Roy Reads 'Twas the Night Before Christmas, Philly-Style', featuring Kurt Vile (originally aired on December 21, 2010) from Dec 23, 2013
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