Best KNOCKABOUT Podcasts (2025)

In the wake of SNL's success the Second City gang get their own show, they rub elbows in Hollywood, and John gets his first taste of movie stardom after scoring a plum role in Steven Spielberg's next film. John Candy: The Lou Gehrig of Comedy is a series that honours the timeless humour and heartfelt performances of John Candy, star of hits like Sp…

1
Story Girl presents: Among Equals | Daphne's Place 32:07

Play Pause

10d ago32:07

32:07

In this episode, we meet Joseph Sanchez and Eddy Cobiness, and Daphne reconnects with her roots and opens her own little shop inspired by Andy Warhol's famed studio: The Factory. Download the listening guide Hosted by Soleil Launière Produced by Ryan Barnett, Maia Foster-Sanchez and Nahka Bertrand Artwork by Caleb Ellison-Dysart Theme by Justin Del…

1
John Candy | Johnny Toronto 21:39

17d ago21:39

21:39

In this episode, John begins his improv career on the main stage of Second City Chicago, where he befriends Bill Murray. Then, just as he's settling into his new surroundings, he's called back to Toronto to help launch a new incarnation of the Toronto troupe. John Candy: The Lou Gehrig of Comedy is a series that honours the timeless humour and hear…

1
Magnificent Butcher 38:59

20d ago38:59

38:59

Sammo gets caught up in a cycle of revenge and misunderstanding in 1979's Magnificent Butcher. Music: Journey - Tenno Digital Sunshine - Shierro & YestalgiaBy A Car Bar Production

1
Story Girl presents: Among Equals | Indians at Expo 67 37:27

24d ago37:27

37:27

In this episode, we’re looking at the quiet aftermath of Norval Morrisseau's Pollock Gallery exhibition, and what happened next for First Nations artists in the wake of his celebrated debut, including the Indians of Canada Pavilion at Expo 67. Download the listening guide Hosted by Soleil Launière Produced by Ryan Barnett, Maia Foster-Sanchez and N…

1
NEW! John Candy : The Lou Gehrig of Comedy 21:07

27d ago21:07

21:07

John Candy: The Lou Gehrig of Comedy is a series that honours the timeless humour and heartfelt performances of John Candy, star of hits like Splash, Planes, Trains and Automobiles, and Home Alone. In this episode, we explore John's beginnings, growing up in the Toronto area, and his early days working in children's theatre, which eventually leads …

1
John Candy | Acting Chops 21:07

1M ago21:07

21:07

John Candy: The Lou Gehrig of Comedy is a series that honours the timeless humour and heartfelt performances of John Candy, star of hits like Splash, Planes, Trains and Automobiles, and Home Alone. In this episode, we explore John's beginnings, growing up in the Toronto area, and his early days working in children's theatre, which eventually leads …

1
#100 Rex From Reservoir 21:26

1M ago21:26

21:26

SHUMPCAST - a podcast for all you Shumps "YOU KNOW WHO YOU ARE"By Tony Nardella Dom Sorbara

1
Warriors Two 41:43

1M ago41:43

41:43

We embark on a new journey with Sammo and Yuen, starting with 1978's Warriors Two Music: Journey - Tenno Digital Sunshine - Shierro & YestalgiaBy A Car Bar Production

1
Story Girl presents: Among Equals 32:05

1M ago32:05

32:05

Norval Morrisseau explodes onto the Canadian art scene with his inaugural exhibit at Toronto's Pollock Gallery. Daphne Odjig nurtures her gift as a precocious visual artists, and struggles with her identity as an Indigenous woman in 1930s Parry Sound. Fifty years ago the Professional Native Indian Artists Incorporation (PNIAI) transformed the art w…

1
A Farewell to Chan 30:56

2M ago30:56

30:56

From Master with Cracked Fingers to Panda Plan, we hoped you enjoyed the journey as much as we did.By A Car Bar Production

1
Dropping May 22 | John Candy: The Lou Gehrig of Comedy 1:39

2M ago1:39

1:39

Starting May 22, 2025, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood North is back with a new season in which we deep dive into the life and career of comedy legend John Candy. And I won’t just cover Uncle Buck or Planes, Trains and Automobiles. I’m looking at the whole enchilada, from the stage of Second City Toronto to heights of Hollywood stardom, and a brief d…

1
Homework | Mini-bios by Students 30:45

2M ago30:45

30:45

This week, I'm sharing a little extracurricular work. While in production on Story Girl, I was also teaching a podcasting course at Ratihén:te High School. In this class, the students researched, wrote and hosted their own historical biographies. This episode features two stories from the world sports, two world-class snipers, a fashion designer, a…

1
Panda Plan 38:55

2M ago38:55

38:55

Who's the man with the Panda Plan? It's Jackie Chan in our final film of this series covering all of Jackie Chan's films...at least for now.By A Car Bar Production

1
Maud-swap! with Kindred Spirits Book Club 1:09:05

2M ago1:09:05

1:09:05

This week, we're recommending the Kindred Spirits Book Club to our Maud-obsessed listeners. In this episode from their first season, Kelly and Ragon gush about why Gilbert Blythe was their first imaginary boyfriend, what the heck was wrong with Anne, and contemporary successors to Gilbert’s true good guy prototype. They also discuss a year in readi…

1
Hidden Strike 36:34

3M ago36:34

36:34

Jackie Chan joins John Cena in a fight for oil, water and foam in 2023's Hidden Strike.By A Car Bar Production

1
Story Girl | Episode 8 | The Bosom Friends Affair 19:51

3M ago19:51

19:51

In this episode, we explore queer interpretations of Anne of Green Gables. In conversation with playwright Rosemary Rowe and cartoonist Kathleen Gros, we delve into the deep bond between Anne and Diana, often dubbed the "Bosom Friends Affair." For more: Carousel Summer by Kathleen Gros I Hated You in High School by Kathleen Gros Anne and Diana Were…

1
The Bosom Friends Affair 19:51

3M ago19:51

19:51

In this episode, we explore queer interpretations of Anne of Green Gables. In conversation with playwright Rosemary Rowe and cartoonist Kathleen Gros, we delve into the deep bond between Anne and Diana, often dubbed the "Bosom Friends Affair." For more: Carousel Summer by Kathleen Gros I Hated You in High School by Kathleen Gros Anne and Diana Were…

1
#99 Julie-Anne Lee: CEC. Certified Transformation & Mindset Coach for Life & Business. 31:16

3M ago31:16

31:16

SHUMPCAST - a podcast for all you Shumps "YOU KNOW WHO YOU ARE"By Tony Nardella Dom Sorbara

1
Ride On 42:49

3M ago42:49

42:49

Jackie Chan rides off into the sunset...or does he?By A Car Bar Production

1
Story Girl | Episode 7 | Anne Shirley in Japan 28:22

3M ago28:22

28:22

How did Anne of Green Gables become an icon in Japan? This is the story of Hanako Muraoka, the writer who faced grave danger in translating Maud's book—an enemy text—for future generations of Japan. Follow us on our socials: Bluesky, LinkedIn, YouTube & Substack About This Series: Discover the life and legacy of L.M. Montgomery in this insightful 7…

1
Red-haired Anne : Anne Shirley in Japan 28:22

3M ago28:22

28:22

How did Anne of Green Gables become an icon in Japan? This is the story of Hanako Muraoka, the writer who faced grave danger in translating Maud's book—an enemy text—for future generations of Japan. Follow us on our socials: Bluesky, LinkedIn, YouTube & Substack About This Series: Discover the life and legacy of L.M. Montgomery in this insightful 7…

1
Story Girl | Episode 6 | An Ode (with an E) to Maud 28:00

4M ago28:00

28:00

This episode, we're doing something a little different. We are taking a pause from our narrative series to hear from you, the listeners. We asked you to send in voicemails with your feelings on Maud and her work, and you answered. A big thanks to Mike DiMascio, Irina Levchenko, Rebecca Sullivan, Laura Leden, Gabrielle Fortier, Naomi Burger, Kelly G…

1
An Ode (with an E) to Maud 28:00

4M ago28:00

28:00

This episode, we're doing something a little different. We are taking a pause from our narrative series to hear from you, the listeners. We asked you to send in voicemails with your feelings on Maud and her work, and you answered. A big thanks to Mike DiMascio, Irina Levchenko, Rebecca Sullivan, Laura Leden, Gabrielle Fortier, Naomi Burger, Kelly G…

1
#98 Gene Hackman 27:29

4M ago27:29

27:29

SHUMPCAST - a podcast for all you Shumps "YOU KNOW WHO YOU ARE"By Tony Nardella Dom Sorbara

1
Vanguard 32:46

4M ago32:46

32:46

Jackie takes his team on a safari and middle eastern excursion in 2020's VanguardBy A Car Bar Production

1
#97 O J Simpson 26:48

4M ago26:48

26:48

SHUMPCAST - a podcast for all you Shumps "YOU KNOW WHO YOU ARE"By Tony Nardella Dom Sorbara

1
Story Girl | Episode 5 | At Journey's End 38:18

4M ago38:18

38:18

Maud faces some of the toughest years of her life : nuisance lawsuits, an unwanted pursuer, social ostracism, personal humiliations, and drug dependency colour her final days. Regional Mental Health Resources. A call to listeners: Working on this podcast has been rewarding, but also heartrending, because Maud lived a life. And we want to do somethi…

1
At Journey's End 38:18

4M ago38:18

38:18

Maud faces some of the toughest years of her life : nuisance lawsuits, an unwanted pursuer, social ostracism, personal humiliations, and drug dependency colour her final days. Regional Mental Health Resources. Follow us on our socials: Bluesky, LinkedIn, YouTube & Substack About This Series: Discover the life and legacy of L.M. Montgomery in this i…

1
Knight of Shadows: Between Yin and Yang 31:00

4M ago31:00

31:00

Jackie and crew both knock and jot down the demons in 2019's Knight of ShadowsBy A Car Bar Production

1
#96 Carlton Knockabout 28:24

4M ago28:24

28:24

SHUMPCAST - a podcast for all you Shumps "YOU KNOW WHO YOU ARE"By Tony Nardella Dom Sorbara

1
Story Girl | Episode 4 | A Woman's Humble Name 22:43

5M ago22:43

22:43

Learning that she is under a bum publishing deal, Maud makes the decision to take on her long-time publisher, the shewed, Boston-based L.C. Page. About This Series: Discover the life and legacy of L.M. Montgomery in this insightful 7-part podcast, in which we explore her childhood, literary journey, and the timeless impact of Anne of Green Gables o…

1
A Woman's Humble Name 22:43

5M ago22:43

22:43

Learning that she is under a bum publishing deal, Maud makes the decision to take on her long-time publisher, the shewed, Boston-based L.C. Page. Follow us on our socials: Bluesky, LinkedIn, YouTube & Substack About This Series: Discover the life and legacy of L.M. Montgomery in this insightful 7-part podcast, in which we explore her childhood, lit…

1
Namiya 21:07

5M ago21:07

21:07

The Car writes a letter to Jackie Chan asking for advice on how to make it in podcasting in 2017's NamiyaBy A Car Bar Production

1
Story Girl | Episode 3 | Double Burden 23:58

5M ago23:58

23:58

Maud is now a published author, and she is about to become a multi-hyphenate. In this episode, Maud also becomes a minister's wife, and a mother, and sadly she endures the greatest loss in her life. About This Series: Discover the life and legacy of L.M. Montgomery in this insightful 7-part podcast, in which we explore her childhood, literary journ…

1
Double Burden 23:58

5M ago23:58

23:58

Maud is now a published author, and she is about to become a multi-hyphenate. In this episode, Maud also becomes a minister's wife, and a mother, and sadly she endures the greatest loss in her life. Follow us on our socials: Bluesky, LinkedIn, YouTube & Substack About This Series: Discover the life and legacy of L.M. Montgomery in this insightful 7…

1
#95 Mary Ancheta: Jazz/Composer 23:47

5M ago23:47

23:47

SHUMPCAST - a podcast for all you Shumps "YOU KNOW WHO YOU AREBy Tony Nardella Dom Sorbara

1
Bleeding Steel 33:33

5M ago33:33

33:33

Jackie fights through this mess of a movie in 2017's Bleeding SteelBy A Car Bar Production

1
The Road to Anne 19:48

5M ago19:48

19:48

Maud is now an adult. She attends teachers college, gets engaged and falls in love (not necessarily in that order). She also begins writing the novel that will change her life: Anne of Green Gables. Follow us on our socials: Bluesky, LinkedIn, YouTube & Substack About This Series: Discover the life and legacy of L.M. Montgomery in this insightful 7…