Podcasts by Margaret Cho
PODCAST: Margaret Cho and Jim Short are the Monsters of Talk. We discuss music, comedy and everything! And there's always famous monsters like Billy Bragg, Tegan and Sara and many more hanging around.....
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131 Robert Andrew from 2015-05-04T08:13:44
Comedian Robert Andrew joins us in DC to chat about using airplane toilets, sexual encounters, intimate grooming, paper cuts and Hillary Clinton,. Thanks for listening.
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130 Jennifer Zyman from 2015-04-26T20:39:33
Jennifer Zyman of the food blog, The Bissful Glutton is Margaret's guest this week
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129 Jimmy McMillan: The Rent is Too Damn High from 2015-04-20T10:04:18
Jimmy McMillan rose to prominence when he ran for Governor of New York as head of The Rent is Too Damn High Party. He joins us this week for an epic conversation about his amazing life story.
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128 Comedy Day from 2015-04-13T09:17:20
This week we are in San Francisco for Comedy day in Golden Gate Park, chatting with many friends and celebrating the life of Robin Williams. Our guests are photographer Dan Dion, Comedian and Assem...
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127 Scott Capurro from 2015-04-06T08:31:06
Hilarious comedian Scott Capurro joins us to discuss his long search to find the perfect bag, yoga, marriage, San Francisco and shares some stories about our friend Paul Foot.
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126 Chris Fonseca from 2015-03-30T09:55:27
Comedian Chris Fonseca joins us to talk about appearing on The Arsenio Hall Show, Bay Watch, and bombing on The Jerry Lewis Telethon
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125 Mike Park, Midori, Kumi Monster from 2015-03-23T11:32:21
This week we have three great guests, Mike Park of the legendary Ska band Skankin' Pickle, along with fetish models Midori and Kumi Monster
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124 Chris Fleming (Gayle Waters Waters) from 2015-02-12T09:10:14
Two Part episode with comedian, and actor Chris Fleming who plays legendary character Gayle Waters Waters in the popular web series.
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123 The Studio Incident plus Special Guest Dom Irrera from 2015-02-12T02:15:36
Margaret discusses an incident that occurred during a video shoot and talks briefly to comic legend Dom Irrera about their appearance at a roast in NYC.
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122 Adam Barta from 2015-01-29T04:19:21
Musician, composer, and producer Adam Barta talks about making music with Tan Mom, Octomom, and Margaret Cho
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121 Justin Vivian Bond from 2015-01-29T04:01:59
We're in New York chatting with brilliant performer and activist Justin Vivian Bond
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120 Marshall Chiles from 2015-01-29T03:10:02
Comedian Marshall Chiles joins us to discuss his great club, The Laughing Skull Lounge in Atlanta, Margaret talks bout getting kicked out of Radio City Music Hall and shares a backstage Foo Fighter...
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119 Ian Aber from 2015-01-26T01:23:54
Atlanta comedian Ian Aber joins us for a chat about being a bear, Little Britain. paparazzi, LaWanda Page, Chick Fil A and shares a great story about telling a dirty joke when he was 11.
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118 Brent Star from 2015-01-25T04:25:23
One of our favorite guests returns. Atlanta comedian Brent Star is GLITTERDOWN, and he is back to talk about Chris Pine Zachary Quinto, Oprah, European shopping and peppermint pickles sk http://you...
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117 Andrew Markle from 2015-01-24T05:31:53
Comedian Andrew Markle is joining us for a chat about musical instruments, growing up in Georgia, Madonna, inappropriate groping and our love for Greg Proops.
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116 Bob Killough (Gay Bob) from 2015-01-18T09:54:37
One of our favorite guests, comedian Robert Killough AKA Gay Bob, returns for another hilarious conversation.
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115 Ryan Landry from 2015-01-12T07:24:57
Playwright and actor Ryan Landry talks Provincetown, burial plots, Wayland Flowers and Madame, and the age of his house on this weeks hilarious episode.
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114 Mollena Williams from 2015-01-05T08:29:55
Storyteller, performer, BDSM educator, Mollena Williams is our guest this week
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113 La Moni Stat from 2014-12-29T03:25:52
Margaret's Drag Daughter La Moni Stat is the guest this week. Check out bonus video from the episode herehttp://youtu.be/qxdO5OldW8w
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112 Christeene from 2014-12-22T04:06:46
Christeene is in our kitchen this week for a crazy conversation about being a 'fall risk', making videos at Sears, greek mythology, and spitting on Disco Queens.
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111 Suzanne Whang from 2014-12-14T23:51:24
Suzanne Whang, comedian, actress and TV host is our guest this week
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110 Dan Wilson from 2014-12-08T02:36:59
Singer songwriter Dan Wilson is here to talk about his new album 'Love Without Fear', songwriting, Semisonic, working with Adele, and the majesty of Bob Dylan. danwilsonmusic.com
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109 Amber Tamblyn&David Cross from 2014-11-29T11:55:53
We've just watched Amber Tamblyn in a performance of Neil LaBute's play 'Reasons To Be Pretty' and we're talking with Amber and David Cross about beauty, relationships, tales of drunk shopping, The...
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108 Barry Sobel from 2014-11-22T18:26:39
Comedy legend Barry Sobel joins us for a conversation about his amazing career, idols and icons, impressions and confessions, in the most raw, genuine and epic episode of Monsters of Talk ever!
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107 Felicia Michaels&Scott Silverman from 2014-11-13T06:15:39
We have two hilarious guests this week, Felicia Michaels and Scott Silverman, talking about what is 'dirty' comedy, road gigs, the concept of being too pretty for stand up, and Felicia's new CD 'M...
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106 Ritch Shydner from 2014-11-09T08:49:29
Comedian and writer Ritch Shydner shares some amazing stories from his many years on the road, talks of his experiences on the Tonight Show with Johnny Carson, and explains why he's not in a classi...
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105 Sean Eden from 2014-10-30T21:53:42
Musician Sean Eden from the band Luna is here to talk about his upcoming solo project and a possible (now confirmed)Luna reunion tour.
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104 Robert Murch from 2014-10-26T23:26:32
Robert Murch, the world's foremost expert on Ouija and talking boards is with us in Boston to discuss the history of Ouija, cemeteries and all things haunted. www.robertmurch.com
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103 Tugsie and Koru from 2014-10-20T21:13:07
Tugsie and Koru join us in Salt Lake City to talk about the Furrie community, Unthrocon, masks, costumes, and Madame. www.unthrocon.org
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102 Lance Horne from 2014-10-14T20:17:27
Musician and songwriter Lance Horne joins us for a conversation about accordions, Cabaret, Provincetown, being vegan versus vaugen, and European horsemeat.
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101 Brendon Small from 2014-10-12T21:25:02
Multi talented comedian and musician Brendon Small joins us to chat about Metalocalypse, Festival Supreme, and his amazing Werner Herzog impression.
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100 Dorian Wood from 2014-10-02T03:34:08
Genius musician, singer, songwriter Dorian Wood jons us for a conversation about music. art, naked video shoots, and Beyonce moments in the bathroom. www.dorianwood.com
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99 ALONE (an existential haunting) from 2014-09-26T06:07:18
Artist/designer Devon Paulson and filmmaker Lawrence Lewis are taking about ALONE (an existential haunting); a terrifying, immersive tour in which participants walk through on their own and become ...
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98 John Darnielle from 2014-09-10T23:54:30
Mountain Goats frontman John Darnielle is chatting to us about his first novel, Wolf In White Van
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97 Tenacious D from 2014-09-10T19:44:40
Tenacious D, Jack Black and Kyle Gass are joining us to talk about their great music and comedy spectacular, Festival Supreme in Los Angeles on October 25th. http://festivalsupreme.com
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96 Jason Narducy&Jon Wurster from 2014-09-08T02:16:17
Jason Narducy&Jon Wurster share road stories, sleep stories, pillow talk and tales of Morrissey. Check out Jason&Jon on tour with Bob Mould
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Remembering Joan Rivers from 2014-09-07T06:42:47
in this bonus episode we pay tribute to the legendary joan Rivers
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95 Bob Mould from 2014-09-01T19:45:30
Rock icon Bob returns to Monsters of Talk to discuss his new album Beauty and Ruin.
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94 Adam Duritz from 2014-08-25T10:09:13
Adam Duritz of Counting Crows is with us this week to talk about the band's new album 'Somewhere Under Wonderland', available Sept 2
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93 Sonya Renee Taylor from 2014-08-18T08:17:46
Sonya Renee Taylor from The Body is Not an Apology project joins us to discuss the #whenwesayYes Indegogo campaign. FInd out more info at www.thebodyisnotanapology.com and donate at www.igg.me/at/...
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Remembering Robin Williams from 2014-08-13T18:51:06
in this special episode, Margaret and Jim share memories of the amazing Robin WIlliams.
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92 Laura Ballance (Superchunk) from 2014-08-11T17:00:38
This week laura Ballance joins us in Carrboro, NC to talk about Superchunk and Mergefest 25, the 25th anniversary concert for Merge Records.
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91 Imperial Teen from 2014-08-04T04:47:03
We're talking to Lynn, Roddy, Jone and Will from Imperial Teen at Merge Records 25th Anniversary Concert in Carrboro, NC.
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90 Buck Angel from 2014-07-25T02:01:51
Buck Angel, Transgender Filmmaker, Motivational Speaker, Performer and Educator is our guest this week
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89 Ozomatli from 2014-07-21T04:23:43
Uli Bella and Asdru Sierra of Ozomatli join us this week for a great conversation about touring Mongolia, playing with symphonies, the perils of social media and the fine art of Tuvan throat singing.
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88 Nina Hartley from 2014-07-14T05:27:59
This week we interview Nina Hartley - porn legend, activist, artist, sexual pioneer, wife, goddess and good friend.
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87 Jenny Yang&Atsuko Okatsuka from 2014-07-07T11:10:04
This week we're joined by comedians Jenny Yang and Atsuko Okatsuka, founders of the Disoriented Comedy Tour. http://youtu.be/0S-WpVfcUxw
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86 Kevin Kataoka from 2014-06-30T02:18:05
Comedian, writer, and good friend Kevin Kataoka joins us for a conversation about rockumentaries, Pop Star injuries, Star Search, Dancing With The Stars, Bob Hope and shedding hair.
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85 Jonathan Van Ness from 2014-06-23T02:18:11
Our guest this week is Jonathan Van Ness, star of Gay of Thrones, the hit series on Funny or Die. http://youtu.be/KSWD1-dhtME
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84 Lydia Lunch from 2014-06-16T07:43:56
This week we're joined by artist, musician, writer, and filmmaker Lydia Lunch.
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83 Kelly Shibari from 2014-06-08T23:45:49
This week we're talking with Kelly Shibari the first BBW model on the cover of Penthouse Forum and Margaret's doppelgänger.
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82 The Sensuous Woman Reunion from 2014-06-02T09:37:18
The cast of Margaret Cho's The Sensuous Woman reunited for one performance to benefit cast member Selene Luna. We're backstage talking with Selene, Ian Harvie, Pleasant Gehman, Liam Sullivan, and ...
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81 Bob Mould&Fred Armisen from 2014-05-26T06:50:10
Rock Icon Bob Mould joins us to talk about his new album 'Beauty and Ruin', and special guest Fred Armisen teaches Margaret how to do a Bob Mould impression. http://youtu.be/kK8djnPZ0zE
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80 Jim Earl from 2014-05-19T10:33:59
This week, brilliant comedian Jim Earl is talking with us about obituaries, S&M clubs, the exotic erotic ball, anal bleaching, and beans. Party naked!
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79 Ngaio Bealum from 2014-05-11T23:46:06
Comedian Ngaio Bealum joins us to discuss early days in the San Francisco comedy scene, one nighters in Montana, Comedy Competitions, and weed. http://youtu.be/9sMVQQaXgcI
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78 Monsters in Perth from 2014-05-05T01:01:29
This week Margaret and Jim are in Perth talking about Mad Max, French music, airplane hygiene, making a mess in an airport lounge, and an alternate use for socks. http://youtu.be/fmVwt1NTQek
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77 John Fugelsang from 2014-04-27T20:40:05
This week we're joined by the brilliant and hilarious John Fugelsang for a great conversation about politics, Paul McCartney, death, George Harrison, religion, the Romney campaign, and Lou Reed.
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76 Jason Narducy from 2014-04-19T18:24:13
Musician Jason Narducy joins us to talk about the new album from his Split Single band, his sexiest elbows in rock video, and he shares a great Bob Mould story. http://youtu.be/BEwLQOqdC0o
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75 Wayne Kramer from 2014-04-14T03:46:41
This week we're kicking out the Jams with Wayne Kramer, the legendary MC5 guitarist, who joins us to discuss his new album Lexington, and his work with the Jail Guitar Doors Foundation.
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74 David Lebovitz from 2014-04-07T10:09:24
Chef, author and, food blogger David Lebovitz is our guest in Paris and we're talking about food, LSD, and cleaning fish.
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73 "The Korean" from 2014-03-31T04:48:35
This week our guest is "The Korean" author of the popular blog Ask A Korean. We're talking Korean cuisine, K-Pop, the phenomenon of fan death, and World Cup attire.
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72 Robert Andrew from 2014-03-24T02:09:35
This week we invite a listener to be a guest on the show. Robert Andrew, an up and coming comic joins us for a chat in Washington D.C. Dreams do come true on Monsters of Talk. http://youtu.be/G0B...
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71 Jack Boulware from 2014-03-15T22:32:17
author and journalist Jack Boulware joins us this week in Austin, Tx to discuss the early 90's comedy scene in San Francisco, underground videos, sex tapes, and punk rock.
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70 Vincent Castiglia from 2014-03-07T10:36:10
This week Monsters of Talk are in NYC talking with artist Vincent Castiglia about his amazing paintings which are done in human blood.
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69 Ian Aber from 2014-03-03T00:21:38
Monsters of Talk are in Atlanta with comedian Ian Aber talking brunch, Chick Fil-A, clowns, Morrissey, and John Waters.
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68 Chely Wright from 2014-02-24T01:29:10
This week Monsters of Talk are in Kansas City chatting with the wonderful Chely Wright about her LIKEME Lighthouse Center. Check out video of Margaret and Chely together on stage here:http://youtu....
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67 Mikael Jorgensen of WILCO from 2014-02-13T05:49:48
Our guest this week is amazing musician Mikael Jorgensen of WILCO. We're talking about his new album, his new band with Margaret Cho, and the greatest thrift store find ever. Watch an animated vide...
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66 Tristan Taormino from 2014-02-09T09:27:12
Monsters of Talk are in New York CIty with Tristan Taormino, author, film maker, radio host and the world's foremost authority on anal sex. Happy Valentine's from Monsters of Talk.
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65 Neil Finn from 2014-02-03T02:46:35
The brilliant Neil FInn joins us this week to talk about Crowded House, Split Enz and his amazing new album, Dizzy Heights.
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64 René Redzepi from 2014-01-27T09:37:39
This week Monsters of Talk are in Copenhagen, Denmark talking with chef René Redzepi of Noma, the number one restaurant in the world.
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63 Peaches&John Renaud from 2014-01-20T05:01:39
Today we're in Berlin and our guests are Peaches and designer John Renaud. We're chatting about life in Berlin, Peaches' new movie, and the majesty of Harald Glööckler
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62 Jack Dee from 2014-01-13T12:46:59
This week we're chatting with the hilarious Jack Dee at a footy game in Melbourne, Australia. Join us as we talk about comedy in Britain, avoiding the paparazzi, and embarrassing encounters with o...
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61 Dylan Moran from 2014-01-05T21:41:12
This week we're driving through Texas and our guest is acclaimed comedian Dylan Moran. Join us for a conversation about zombies, guns, peppers, reality TV and, celebrity smells.
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60 Paul Foot from 2013-12-30T10:09:03
This week we're in Paris with our good friend Paul Foot, chatting about French Christmas, fine dining, bathing habits, celebrity and fame, until the conversation pushes someone to the breaking point!
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59 Bard Ydén from 2013-12-20T23:35:54
This week Monsters of Talk are in Oslo, Norway talking with Bard Ydén, Director of Skeive Filmer, The Oslo Gay and Lesbian Film Festival (OGLFF) We chat about his recent experience attending the Si...
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58 Josh Ritter from 2013-12-15T23:05:24
The great singer songwriter and author Josh Ritter joins us for a lovely chat about music, poetry, horror movies, Antarctic explorers, Arctic explorers and cannibalism.
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57 The Investigation from 2013-12-09T08:01:42
This week Margaret and Jim investigate some strange occurrences at a local hotel in Los Angeles.
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56 Al Ridenour from 2013-12-02T08:55:28
Best show today with my husband al Ridenour talking with us about Krampus fest!!
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55 Edward Herda from 2013-11-25T08:25:01
Singer/songwriter Edward Herda aka Vaughn Frogg, joins Margaret and Jim for a chat about songwriting, Joshua Tree, famous frogs, Crowded House, and playing the saw.
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54 Felon O'Reilly from 2013-11-18T06:50:30
Joining Margaret and Jim this week is comedian, author, and 'career criminal' Felon O'Reilly who discusses his former life of crime, time in prison, and his great book 'Laughing on the Inside'.
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53 Glenn Kotche&John Stirratt of WILCO from 2013-11-11T12:50:09
We're rocking out this week with Glenn Kotche and John stirratt of the band WILCO. Backstage before a show in Chicago we talk about life on the road, the Americananrama festival, great merch and o...
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52 Guinevere Turner from 2013-11-04T02:10:35
Film icon Guinevere Turner talks to us about her movies Go Fish, American Psycho, The Notorious Betty Page and her new indiegogo campaign: http://www.indiegogo.com/projects/creeps-a-darkly-comedic-...
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51 Matt Weinhold from 2013-10-28T00:53:27
This week on Monsters of Talk, the Monsters are talking monsters. Margaret Cho and Jim Short welcome comedian, writer, actor, and good friend Matt Weinhold for conversation about action figures, c...
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50 Lana McKissack from 2013-10-21T06:57:57
This week on Monsters of Talk, Margaret Cho and Jim Short chat with actress and filmmaker Lana McKissack. Sitting in Margaret's on set movie trailer they discuss acting technique and crying scenes...
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49 Frank Turner from 2013-10-14T07:32:14
Rocker Frank Turner joins Monsters of Talk, Margaret Cho and Jim short to discuss life on the road, tattoos, drinking stories, accusations of selling out, twitter critics and a shares a bloody grea...
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48 Joan Rivers from 2013-10-07T11:05:02
Joan Rivers joins Monsters of Talk, Margaret Cho and Jim Short, for an intimate conversation about comedy and show business. Joan reveals how she got booked for her first Ed Sullivan show appearan...
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47 Bebe Buell from 2013-09-29T10:39:38
On this episode of Monsters of Talk, Margaret Cho and Jim Short are in Nashville chatting with the delightful Bebe about motherhood, Dolly Parton, good cheekbones, and some pretty amazing rock and ...
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46 Pleasant Gehman from 2013-09-26T11:18:57
Monsters of Talk, Margaret Cho and Jim Short, talk with Pleasant Gehman about punk rock, belly dancing, extreme skin care videos and her new book 'Showgirl Confidential'.
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45 Garrison Starr from 2013-09-21T18:15:01
Monsters of Talk Margaret Cho and Jim Short, talk music with singer songwriter Garrison Star.
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44 Terri Nunn&Wendy Liebman from 2013-09-19T00:55:56
Monsters of Talk, Margaret Cho and Jim Short, chat with the wonderful Terri Nunn of Berlin and the hilarious Wendy Liebman. It's all sex, sex parties, fashion, music, Dick Clark and Bob Hope stories.
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43 Billy Bragg from 2013-09-16T12:09:31
Monsters of Talk, Margaret Cho and Jim Short have another lively conversation with singer-songwriter-activist, Billy Bragg. This time is a discussion about tattoos, skiffle, record shops, Margaret...
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42 Kurt Sutter (Sons of Anarchy) from 2013-09-12T10:24:49
Monsters of Talk, Margaret Cho and Jim Short visit the set of Sons of Anarchy for a great chat with the hit show's creator, Kurt Sutter. They discuss the origins of the story, upcoming sixth seaso...
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41 The Furries Convention from 2013-09-09T03:35:07
On this Episode of Monsters of Talk, there's something foul in the hotel room and Margaret Cho and Jim Short just might be sitting on it. The discussion begins with the raunchy smelling couch, and...
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40 Jon Wurster of Superchunk from 2013-09-05T09:40:59
Monsters of Talk, Margaret Cho&Jim Short chat with musician and comedian Jon Wurster. The conversation begins on the subject of towels, moves on to Happy Days, tour bus etiquette, Grease, and the E...
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39 Lady Bunny from 2013-09-02T07:25:56
Monsters of Talk, Margaret Cho and Jim Short, sit down in NYC for a lively chat with the delightful Lady Bunny.
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38 Exene Cervenka from 2013-08-28T18:23:11
Monsters of Talk, Margaret Cho and Jim Short chat with the amazing Exene Cervenka of X
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37 Mac McCaughan of Superchunk from 2013-08-23T09:40:16
Monsters of Talk, Margaret Cho and Jim Short sit down with Mac McCaughan of Superchunk in Atlanta on opening night of the group's tour.
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36 Scott Silverman&Edward Herda from 2013-08-22T02:31:22
Monsters of Talk, Margaret Cho and Jim Short chat with comedian Scott Silverman and musician Edward Herda about birthdays, skin care, The Brady Bunch, variety shows and end up with an impromptu ja...
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30 NYC/Americanarama from 2013-07-31T13:40:01
Monsters of Talk, Margaret Cho and Jim Short spent a rock and roll weekend in NYC and share their latest adventures at the Americanarama Festival of Music
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26 From the Americanarama Festival from 2013-07-07T11:08:08
From the Americanarama Festival in Cincinnati. Richard Thompson, My Morning Jacket, Wilco and Bob Dylan. We review our time at the fest and it turned out to be our best rock experience to date.
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18 Tom Allen pt 1 from 2013-05-13T05:58:48
Guest: Tom Allen (part 1) from the Melbourne Comedy Festival
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15 Galaxy Express&Wayne Kramer from 2013-04-20T22:30:06
Special Guests: Galaxy Express&Wayne Kramer
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13 Bragging on from 2013-04-07T22:25:25
We've just returned from the Billy Bragg concert and we're still buzzing from the show and our wonderful interview with Billy.
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11 Scott Silverman from 2013-03-24T21:49:20
Margaret Cho&Jim Short host - with Special Guest Scott Silverman
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10 Tattoos and Facelifts from 2013-03-17T10:31:58
Margaret Cho and Jim Short talk about comedy, music and everything.
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9 John Roberts&David Mills from 2013-03-11T00:06:46
With Special Guests: John Roberts and David Mills
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8 John Roberts&David Mills from 2013-03-04T00:58:02
Margaret Cho and Jim Short talk about comedy, movies and everything! Special Guests: John Roberts and David Mills
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7 Getting Downton from 2013-02-25T11:18:03
Margaret Cho and Jim Short talk about comedy, movies, TV, celebrities and MUCH MORE!
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6 The Manifesto from 2013-02-18T08:13:54
In this episode Margaret Cho and Jim Short talk about Chris Dorner's Manifesto and lots more!
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5 Ian Harvie from 2013-02-11T03:14:49
Margaret Cho and Jim Short with Special Guest Ian Harvie.
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4 Ian Harvie from 2013-02-03T21:14:35
Margaret Cho and Jim Short discuss comedy, movies and everything! Special Guest: Ian Harvie
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3 Selene Luna from 2013-01-28T00:02:13
Margaret Cho and Jim Short talk about comedy, movies and everything. Special Guest: Selene Luna
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2 Selene Luna from 2013-01-20T07:08:47
Margaret Cho and Jim Short discuss movies, comedy and everything! This week our guest is Selene Luna!
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1 The Glorious Beginning from 2013-01-15T01:54:18
Margaret Cho and Jim Short discuss movies, comedy and everything!
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