Joel Radio #244: New Comics Same As The Old Comics
Jun 13th
Joel is blown away by the response of the last episode and has some updates on the whole Roseanne Barr fiasco. Hear about his resistance to go national with the story and how his radio home in Detroit has picked up on the story. He’s joined by Corey Hall and Bill Hildebrandt, the latter back from a comedian’s picnic that the other guys didn’t attend. Why do the “young” comics not hang out with the “old” ones? Why are there open mikes on weekend nights and why do veteran comics not like that? Those important questions get answered on this show. Also, one of the two Amazing Johnathan documentaries gets screened – maybe this wasn’t the “good” one? Plus, Corey’s sushi date, Swamp Thing gets cancelled, Joel tells you the best thing he’s watched all year, Dead To Me is for girls, reviews of Rocketman and Dark Phoenix, too.
Too many clubs. Even on the weekend. Don’t be that guy.
Joel Radio #243: We Hate Roseanne
May 30th
Joel was plugging his big gig last week, but a funny thing happened on the way to the Fox Theater – he was fired on the day of the show by headliner Roseanne Barr. The reason given? This podcast! Joel and Corey Hall recount what they said about Roseanne on previous shows, which was as fair as anything in mainstream media, and wonder if the ridiculous image of Trump on an older show is what got him fired. It’s a ridiculous story about show business, media and the culture war of 2019 and yeah, it’s personal now. Joining in the Roseanne hate is comedian Dave Landau who was removed not once, but twice from NBC’s Last Comic Standing because Roseanne has a thin skin. Dave calls in to tell his tale and gives updates on his rising career. Plus, Corey works with The Amazing Johnathan, All in The Family goes live, the last Game of Thrones puts Jon Snow in rehab, Barry is still great, and is Booksmart is just a woke version of Blockers or is Joel out of touch?
Dave Landau, Roseanne Barr and Joel. One of them looks completely insane
Joel Radio #242: The Dark Side Of The Mike
May 10th
Joel and Corey Hall have some big shows coming up as Corey appears with The Amazing Johnathan, and Joel opens for Roseanne Barr. Hear about Joel’s preparations and the wacky open mikes he’s doing to get ready for this big show. He also considers the controversy around Roseanne, takes advice from other comics and thinks it’s ultimately a good opportunity. Is he right? Listen to find out. Also, the usually funny Nick DiPaolo is controversial for something really dumb but the guys aren’t surprised. Plus, Chewbacca actor Peter Mahew dies, The Act on Hulu brings back the 90’s hottest actresses as frumpy moms, Long Shot is better than you’d think, more Avengers fallout, and The Dark Side of the Ring is the true crime take on wrestling that you’ve been waiting for.
Chewie gets his paws on Leia. RIP Peter Mayhew
Joel Radio #241: Avengers: Endgame Review Special!
Apr 26th
Joel and Corey Hall review Avengers: Endgame on its opening weekend. Don’t worry, there’s no spoilers – right away anyway – so feel free to start listening and finish after you’ve seen the film. Joel has always been skeptical of Marvel’s film output, while Corey is a comics fanboy and yet, they mostly agree about this one. Don’t worry, there’s more arguments in future episodes! Read Corey Hall’s written review here, too.
Joel Radio #240: This Show Is Anti-Viral
Apr 11th
Comedian Jeff Horste joins Joel and Corey Hall on this show to discuss his move to L.A., working with Kevin Hart, going viral on the internet, and if he’s attending Nipsey Hussle’s funeral. The guys look back at Jeff’s comedy career start at Club Bart and the unique way Joel (the host) encouraged comics to get off the stage – no lights necessary. Also, Joel does New York City, seeing Adam Driver on Broadway, watching pro wrestling at Madison Square Garden, and seeing a unique and wonderful magic show. Find if Star Wars co-stars Driver and Keri Russell got naked on stage and find out which one inadvertently spit on Joel! Plus, who sat where on the Match Game, Corey likes Shazam, The Inventor documentary is weird (as is the lady!) and Joel produces a new podcast.
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Kevin Hart talking to Jeff Horste. It was a short interview!
Joel Radio #239: Direct From The Chuckle Dungeon
Mar 28th
Joel explains why there was no podcasts for the last month. Turns out the surgery he forgot to disclose was way harder for him to recover from than he thought. Hear Joel’s tale of woe, the complications he’s suffered, how the anesthesia nurse was comedy club stage jumper, and all the embarrassing details on this show. Joel is joined by comedians Corey Hall and Bill Hildebrandt this week and hot topic of non-comedians being booked at comedy clubs is discussed. Is it smart business or an insult to our “art”? Should an unknown, but really funny comedian get bookings over a humorless celeb like Dustin Diamond or Ron Jeremy? The guys discuss the unfunny celebrities they’ve worked with and why it’s not always the worst decision to use them. Plus, Corey likes Dumbo more than Us, Captain Marvel isn’t that marvelous, Joel thinks Ricky Gervias is great again on After Life, and America’s new past-time – watching Finding Neverland and arguing with those who have never see it.
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Joel proudly accepts his gag award for surviving surgery and thanks the Joel Radio listeners
Joel Radio #238: Movie Mania 2019
Feb 19th
Another year, another million or so movies watched by Joel and Corey Hall to make this podcast. You’ll hear each guy’s list of the best movies of 2018, find out what the worst of the year were, too, plus get their thoughts on what will and what should win at The Oscars. Find out which one super hero movie made the list, why the Rotten Tomatoes scores don’t always work, and why Melissa McCarthy is on the best and worst movies list. Also find out about the film destined to be a cult classic, why Bohemian Rhapsody isn’t very good, and why not to take your girlfriend rock climbing. The producers of this podcast would like to apologize in advance for a lack fighting on this episode. They promise to try harder on Movie Mania 2020.
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The movies of 2018!
Joel Radio #237: Super Bored
Feb 5th
It’s said that Super Bowl Sunday is a snapshot of America. If that’s the case, America is a weird, vapid, uninteresting place. Joel and Corey Hall review the game, the commercials and the halftime show – all three elements were equally dull! Then guys also get a call from comedian Sal Demilio to discuss the betting implications of a low-scoring game and how his dream job is, still, to open for Frank Sinatra. Also, Eddie Murphy made so much homophobic comedy in his career Joel can’t keep it straight. Hear the awful examples of what he was up to and why, it seems, no one is outraged today. Plus, True Detective is good and Corey doesn’t care, why comedians hate FuckJerry, the Starbucks CEO runs for president, and Liam Neeson has a particular set of possibly racist skills.
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The actual first track of Eddie Murphy’s debut comedy (not to be confused with the similar name of the first track of his second album)
Joel Radio #236: Certified By Seiko
Jan 22nd
It’s a with great pride that Joel Radio can introduce you to Seiko, a native Japanese man who now lives in America and who is one of Joel’s former comedy students. Seiko is funny and charming and he has found success reviewing Japanese restaurants in the U.S. and sharing them on Facebook. This caught the attention of Corey Hall who asked Seiko to bring back some snacks from a recent visit to Japan. Those snacks, which the guys try, include green chocolate Kit Kats, pickled seaweed, and shrimp flavored cookies. They’re as good as they sound, folks! Corey retorts with wacky American snacks, some of which were new to Seiko! Will he enjoy a Toffifay? Listen to find out. The guys also chat about Seiko’s comedy career, how he’d fare in a black comedy club and much more. Also, which Fyre Festival documentary should you watch to see “influencers” get scammed and made to suffer? Joel and Corey have seen both and they’ll get you up to speed. Plus, what’s so special about Japanese toilets?, Mary Poppins Returns is the same crap, Roma feels like film school (in a bad way), and a Ruth Bader Ginsburg double feature is what has become Joel’s life in Oscar season.
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The smiles hide the fact that these snacks mostly sucked
Joel Radio #235: Late Bingo
Jan 4th
The first podcast of 2019 starts like the others – Corey Hall is late! Special guest comedian Bill Hildebrandt and Joel speculate as to why, creating the “Corey Hall is Late Bingo” game. Corey shows up after a few minutes, though. His reason? Listen to find out. And it’s a fun show, too, as the guys talk comedy on New Year’s Eve, why it’s not always a great show, how Tiffany Haddish and Louis CK had infamous NYE shows this year. There are wild, diverse opinions on the topic and Joel reads some online reaction, too, from friends an celebrities alike. Also, celebrities are dying already in 2019 including, legendary pro wrestling interviewer “Mean” Gene Okerlund, and comedy legend Bob Einstein. Plus, another take on the “Gallagher story”, Bird Box made the world go crazy even though it sucks, Joel says there are awesome documentaries on Hulu, and who thought Vice might be the best movie of 2018.
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Poor excuses not pictured!
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