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Comedian and actor Gilbert Gottfried, a man Stephen King once called “a national treasure,” talks with the show business legends, icons and behind-the-scenes talents who shaped his childhood and influenced his comedy. Along with co-host and fellow pop culture fanatic Frank Santopadre, Gilbert is joined by comics, actors, musicians, talk show hosts, writers and other eyewitnesses to Hollywood history, including Bruce Dern, Chevy Chase, “Weird Al” Yankovic, Adam West, Steve Buscemi, Micky Dole ...
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99. SHOCKING Truths About Sin Revealed by Jesus and the Pharisees
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52:00During a confrontation with the religious leaders of His time, Jesus revealed a deep truth about the nature of sin and the condition of the human heart. His words exposed the corruption not only within the Pharisees but also within all humanity. Yet, Jesus also offered the only true solution to this problem—salvation. I'm Saved, Now What? https://w…
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GGACP celebrates the birthday of Emmy-winning actor Jack Klugman (b. April 27) by presenting this ENCORE of a 2020 tribute to ABC's "The Odd Couple." In this episode, comedian-superfan Dave Juskow, author Bob Leszczak (“The Odd Couple on Stage & Screen”) and the sons of Oscar Madison himself, Adam Klugman and David Klugman join Gilbert and Frank fo…
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GGACP Classic: Paula Prentiss and Richard Benjamin Part 2
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55:42GGACP's celebration of National Couples Appreciation Month continues with a revisit of this conclusion of a 2-part interview with veteran screen performers Richard Benjamin and Paula Prentiss. In this episode, Richard and Paula talk about sharing the stage with their children, celebrating 60 years of marriage, casting the comedy classic “My Favorit…
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Paula Prentiss and Richard Benjamin Part 1 Encore
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1:07:44GGACP celebrates National Couples Appreciation Month with this ENCORE of the first of a 2-part interview featuring celebrated actors and longtime Hollywood couple Richard Benjamin and Paula Prentiss. In this episode, Richard and Paula talk about their seven-decade careers in front of (and behind) the camera, co-starring in a groundbreaking sitcom, …
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GGACP Classic: Jackie Martling and Billy West
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1:38:18GGACP salutes National Humor Month AND celebrates the birthday of voice actor Billy West (b. April 16) by revisiting this fan favorite interview with Billy and comedian -- and former "Howard Stern Show" colleague -- Jackie Martling. In this episode, the boys discuss the cinema of George Pal, the versatility of Paul Frees, the uniqueness of Peter Se…
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98. The Power of The Holy Spirit Within You
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58:35Many believers overlook a powerful truth: the Holy Spirit dwells within you. This means that what you need isn’t distant or out of reach, requiring a desperate plea for God to send it. The help that you need is closer than you realize — it’s already inside of you. I'm Saved, Now What? https://www.marlonbenjamin.net/im-saved-now-what For more inform…
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GGACP celebrates April's National Humor Month AND the birthday of comedian and Emmy-winning actor Brad Garrett (b. April 14) by presenting this ENCORE of one of the funniest interviews in the podcast's archive. In this episode, Brad talks about the camaraderie of Golden Age comedians, the strange appeal of the “Dean Martin Celebrity Roasts,” the co…
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GGACP celebrates April's National Humor Month by revisiting one of the funniest mini-episodes in the archive as pop culture historian Kliph and illustrator Drew Friedman join the boys to cover discuss the dark secrets of vaudeville, the tragic childhood of Eddie Cantor, the phenomenon of Martin & Lewis and the strange death of “Parkyakarkus.” Also,…
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"Stump the Hosts!" with Kevin Dougherty and Drew Friedman Encore
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32:17GGACP marks the recent L.A. screening of Drew Friedman and Kevin Dougherty's documentary "Drew Friedman: Vermeer of the Borscht Belt" with this ENCORE of an entertaining 2017 mini-episode as Kevin attempts to stump Gilbert, Frank AND Drew with podcast guest-related trivia. Also in this episode: Gilbert bombs in New Delhi, Jerry Lewis remakes "The J…
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To celebrate National Film Score Day, Gilbert and Frank are joined by Oscar-winning composer and guest co-host Michael Giacchino for a chat with one of Michael's childhood heroes, Academy Award-winning special effects artist (and GGACP fan!) Dennis Muren. In this episode, Dennis praises the artistry of stop-motion animation, looks back on the early…
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GGACP celebrates the birthday of Brooklyn-born songwriter-recording artist Henry Gross (“Shannon”) with this ENCORE of a 2021 interview with Henry and British-born singer-songwriter Roger Cook (“Long Cool Woman in a Black Dress”). In this episode, Henry and Roger share tales from their seven decades in the music business and talk about playing mob-…
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GGACP Classic: Dara's Mom's Record Collection
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31:40GGACP closes out its celebration of March's Women's History Month by revisiting this hilarious mini-episode from 2019 as Dara tries to stump the boys by dusting off records from her mom's record collection: This week: J. Fred Muggs! “Blackboard Jungle”! The brilliance of Charles Fox! Krusty the Clown sings! Al Jolson gets serviced! And the gang bid…
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GGACP's Women's History Month celebration continues with this encore of a thoroughly enjoyable mini-episode from 2019 as Dara challenges Gilbert, Frank and Paul to "name that tune" from her personal CD collection. This week: The Jewish Elvis! The Divine Miss M! Cole Porter goes west! The cinema of Art Garfunkel! And Pat Benatar plays “Catch a Risin…
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ABC's "Mr. Belvedere" premiered 40 years ago this month and in this memorable conversation, comedian, movie obsessive and podcaster Doug Benson (“Doug Loves Movies”) finally reveals the sordid "truth" about the infamous on-set mishap. Also in this episode, Doug and the boys talk about bad sequels, booking dream guests, breaking into the business an…
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GGACP celebrates the birthday of Emmy and Tony-winning actor-singer Hal Linden (b. March 20) by revisiting this interview from 2016. In this episode, Hal joins Gilbert and Frank for a look back at his long and varied career (including work in sitcoms, on Broadway and in nightclubs) and reveals why “Barney Miller” was considered the most authentic o…
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GGACP Classic: Sally Struthers Part 2
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1:11:17The celebration of March's Women's History Month continues as GGACP revisits Part 2 of a memorable two-part episode featuring veteran screen and stage actress Sally Struthers. In this episode, Sally regales Gilbert and Frank with entertaining backstage tales from “All in the Family,” “The Gilmore Girls” and the all-female production of Neil Simon’s…
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GGACP continues the celebration of Women's History Month with this ENCORE of the first part of a two-part interview with Emmy-winning actress Sally Struthers. In this episode, Sally joins Gilbert and Frank for a laugh-filled conversation about the aloofness of Rudy Vallee, the eccentricities of Sam Peckinpah, the versatility of Bill Dana, the unexp…
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GGACP's celebration of Women's History Month continues with this repost of a 2018 interview with Mrs. C herself, Emmy-nominated actress Marion Ross. In this episode, Marion recalls her early days as a studio contract player, her struggles to find her footing in Hollywood, her curious methods of getting into character and her working relationships w…
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97. The Believer's Authority Over the Devil and Demons
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1:16:13I'm Saved, Now What? https://www.marlonbenjamin.net/im-saved-now-what For more information about the ministry of Marlon Benjamin, visit https://marlonbenjamin.net
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GGACP celebrates Women's History Month with this ENCORE of a 2017 interview with veteran stage, film and television actress Joyce Van Patten. In this episode, Joyce laughs it up with the boys and shares fond memories of working with Hollywood icons Lucille Ball, Jack Benny, Danny Kaye, Dean Martin and Peter Sellers (to name just a few). Also, Joyce…
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GGACP celebrates the birthday of singer and actor Josh Groban (b. February 27) by revisiting an animated conversation conducted in Josh's Manhattan home way back in 2015. In this episode, Josh shares his passion for comedy, his affection for the “Problem Child” movies and his memories of guest-starring on “The Office” and “Ally McBeal.” Also, Josh …
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Amazing Colossal Trivia Call-in Show with Rupert Holmes Encore
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1:40:51GGACP celebrates the birthday of musician, author, playwright and pop culture expert Rupert Holmes (born February 24) with this ENCORE of the first-ever “Amazing Colossal Trivia Call-in Show," as Rupert and the boys attempt to answer tough trivia questions offered up by GGACP listeners. Also in this episode: Cesar Romero meets Sid Melton, Kirk Doug…
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GGACP celebrates the birthday of best-selling author and pop culture historian Kliph Nesteroff (b. February 20) by revisiting this classic (and frequently hilarious) interview from 2016. In this episode, Kliph joins Gilbert and Frank (along with recurring guest Drew Friedman) for an informative analysis of topics covering ten decades of popular ent…
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GGACP joins "Saturday Night Live"s 50th anniversary celebration with this ENCORE of a 2021 interview with comedian, Emmy-nominated writer, "Amazing Colossal Podcast" fan and original "SNL" cast member Laraine Newman. In this episode, Laraine talks about descending from Jewish cowboys, co-founding The Groundlings, auditioning for Bob Hope (and Rober…
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GGACP Classic: The Cinema of Marlon Brando and Richard Pryor
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38:11GGACP celebrates Valentine's Day 2025 by revisiting this classic installment inspired by the ALLEGED dalliance between acting legend Marlon Brando and comedy icon Richard Pryor. Also in this episode: The Nairobi Trio! “Last Tango in Paris”! “The Bingo Long Traveling All-Stars & Motor Kings”! Gilbert impersonates Colonel Kurtz! And Jack Klugman make…
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GGACP bids a fond farewell to late Broadway, TV and film actor Tony Roberts with this ENCORE of an interview from 2017. In this episode, Tony stops by the studio to weigh in on a wide range of topics, including the intensity of Al Pacino, the minimalism of Robert Mitchum, the eccentricities of Jerome Robbins and the professionalism of Sidney Lumet.…
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96. One of the GREATEST Lessons I Learned About Salvation
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52:23I recently made the following statement in a video: "Many people need to stop viewing their salvation in the same way a teenage boy views a bottle of Axe." This statement taught me a massive lesson about salvation. Your salvation did not cover your old, sinful life. It gave you a completely new one. Therefore the sin, struggles, and mindsets of tha…
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GGACP recognizes February's International Friendship Month with a Gilbert and Frank solo outing as the boys celebrate their 100th podcast episode with a LIVE recording at SiriusXM. In this episode, G & F field questions (from callers and an in-studio audience) on an assortment of vital topics, including Frank Gorshin, Pigmeat Markham, Shecky Greene…
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GGACP celebrates American Heart Month by presenting this ENCORE of a 2020 interview with actress, activist and founder of The John Ritter Foundation for Aortic Health, Amy Yasbeck. In this episode, Amy talks about golden age comedians, the directing style of Mel Brooks, working with Gilbert on “Wings” and the “Problem Child” franchise, and the play…
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GGACP celebrates the birthday (January 31) of actor, comedian and co-host of the "How Did This Get Made?" podcast Paul Scheer by revisiting this “very special episode,” recorded back in 2015. In this interview, Paul shares his love of movie misfires, including “Road House,” “Deep Blue Sea,” “A View to a Kill” and the infamous Brando remake of “The …
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GGACP celebrates the birthday (January 27) of comedian, actor, writer and GGACP fan Patton Oswalt by presenting this ENCORE of a wide-ranging interview from 2018. In this episode, Patton drops by the studio to discuss the films of Sidney Lumet and Billy Wilder, the “unnatural” art of sitcom acting, the disappearance of grindhouse theaters and the i…
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GGACP celebrates the birthday (January 23rd) of Emmy-winning comedy writer Arnie Kogen ("The Carol Burnett Show," "Newhart," "The Mary Tyler Moore Show”) by revisiting this 2018 father-son interview with Emmy-winning writer Jay Kogen (“Frasier,” “The Simpsons”). In this episode, the boys talk about failed pilots, cheesy variety shows, the outrageou…
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GGACP celebrates January's National Book Blitz Month and the recent release of the book "Zeppo: the Reluctant Marx Brother" by presenting this ENCORE of a 2017 interview with author, archivist and Marx Brothers fanatic Robert S. Bader. Also in this episode: Gummo goes to war, Harpo “courts” Amelia Earhart, Groucho cashes in on “Skidoo” and Gilbert …
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GGACP celebrates January's National Brain Teaser Month by revisiting this 2019 interview with comedian, TV personality and former host of HQ Trivia, Scott Rogowsky. In this episode: “The Sanford Arms”! “Chico and the Man: The Motion Picture"! Gilbert plays a bar mitzvah! The generosity of Richard Kind! And Scott quizzes the boys on super-tough movi…
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GGACP marks National Book Blitz Month and celebrates the recent release of Bruce Vilanch’s memoir, “It Seemed Like a Bad Idea at the Time” by presenting this ENCORE of a 2018 interview with the legendary writer-performer. In this episode, Bruce looks back at the “golden age” of TV variety shows and specials, including “Donny & Marie,” “The Brady Bu…
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GGACP celebrates the 35th anniversary of one of Frank's favorite New York movies, the Bill Murray-directed bank heist flick "Quick Change," (released in January, 1990) by revisiting this conversation about the under-appreciated comedy. Also in this episode: Bob & Ray! The cinema of Rodney Dangerfield! Gilbert co-stars with Randy Quaid — and a Rottw…
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95. How to Have an Unstoppable 2025! (Do These 4 Things)
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1:08:52Success is not guaranteed because it's a new year; the actions you take will determine the year that you have. Join Ev. Marlon as he reveals four important keys that will guarantee your success in 2025! I'm Saved, Now What? https://www.marlonbenjamin.net/im-saved-now-what For more information about the ministry of Marlon Benjamin, visit https…
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GGACP celebrates the birthday of Grammy and Emmy-winning singer-songwriter Kenny Loggins (b. January 7) with this ENCORE of a revealing conversation (from 2019) about the rewards of collaboration, the mystery of the creative process, the challenge of composing songs for the movies “Top Gun” and “Footloose” and his “accidental” partnership with writ…
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GGACP celebrates 2025's Year of the Snake by revisiting a memorable Milton Berle anecdote, as told by Emmy-winning comedy writer and Thurber Prize-winning author Alan Zweibel. In this episode, Alan discusses (among other topics) the evolution of “Saturday Night Live,” the genius of Larry Gelbart and Neil Simon and the 2018 documentaries about longt…
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GGAC remembers musician, songwriter, actor and filmmaker Michael Nesmith on what would have been his 82nd birthday (b. December 30, 1942) by presenting this ENCORE of a (rare) interview recorded at the 2015 New Jersey Chiller Convention. In this episode, Michael looks back on everything from his mother’s invention of Liquid Paper to his original “M…
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GGACP Classic: Dick Cavett and Robert Bader
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1:31:37GGACP celebrates "Boxing" Day by revisiting this 2020 conversation about legendary heavyweight Muhammad Ali with TV icon Dick Cavett and author Robert Bader (writer-director of the HBO documentary "Ali & Cavett: The Tale of the Tapes.") In this episode, Dick reflects on his friendship with "The Greatest" while the boys look back at Groucho's memora…
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94. A Major Fact About Jesus' Birth That Many People Don't Know...
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32:18On the day that Jesus was born, a host of angels made a declaration that revealed a major benefit of His birth. This one benefit is needed by every person on earth today. I'm Saved, Now What? https://www.marlonbenjamin.net/im-saved-now-what For more information about the ministry of Marlon Benjamin, visit https://marlonbenjamin.net…
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Christmas 2019 ENCORE with Mario Cantone
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1:38:18GGACP celebrates Christmas 2024 with this ENCORE of a holiday installment (from 2019) featuring the podcast's own winter warlock, Mario Cantone. In this episode, Mario and the boys discuss misleading movie titles, politically correct Christmas carols, the genius of Paul Frees (and Frank Loesser) and the 80th anniversary of “The Wizard of Oz.” Also:…
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GGACP Classic: Christmas 2020 with Mario Cantone
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1:41:19The celebration of the season continues as GGACP revisits this 2020 holiday presentation with friend and fan favorite Mario Cantone. In this episode, Mario and the boys discuss awkward child actors, depressing Christmas carols, holiday-themed horror films, the musical talents of Leslie Bricusse and Jerry Herman and the 50th anniversary of Rankin/Ba…
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Celebrating “A Charlie Brown’s Christmas" Encore
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1:48:00GGACP gets into the holiday spirit with this ENCORE of a special episode from 2020, as Gilbert and Frank are joined by writer-producer Craig Schulz (“The Peanuts Movie”) and author-archivist Chip Kidd (“Peanuts: The Art of Charles M. Schulz”) for an in-depth look at the origin and legacy of “A Charlie Brown Christmas” and the genius of the man behi…
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GGACP celebrates the 99th (!) birthday of living legend Dick Van Dyke (b. Dec 13) by revisiting this unforgettable conversation, originally recorded in 2016. In this episode, Dick looks back on his illustrious 70-year career, recalls his friendships with Stan Laurel and Buster Keaton and shares his memories (both good and bad) of making the classic…
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Christmas Spectacular with Mario Cantone Encore
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1:32:03GGACP celebrates the birthday of actor, comedian and beloved guest Mario Cantone (b. Dec 9) while also ushering in the Christmas season with this ENCORE of a classic holiday episode from 2018. In this episode, Mario and the boys weighs in on a stocking full of essential topics, including the fearlessness of Mae West, the tortured genius of Judy Gar…
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GGACP Classic: Gilbert and Frank's Amazing Colossal 6th Anniversary Show: Part Two
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1:02:41GGACP looks back on its 6th anniversary -- and the release of Episode #300 -- by revisiting PART TWO of a live evening of story and song from New York City’s Cutting Room, featuring Mario Cantone, Marilu Henner, Richard Kind, Paul Shaffer and surprise guest performer David Yazbek (as well as special guests Susie Essman, Barbara Feldon, Tom Leopold,…
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Gilbert and Frank's Amazing Colossal 6th Anniversary Show: Part One Encore
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1:11:33GGACP turns back the clock to 2020 with this ENCORE presentation of the podcast's 6th anniversary celebration, recorded LIVE at NYC's Cutting Room and featuring special guests Mario Cantone, Marilu Henner, Richard Kind and Paul Shaffer. Also in this episode: Forrest Tucker sinks a putt, Irwin Corey eulogizes Soupy Sales, Burt Reynolds throws Johnny…
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GGACP celebrates Thanksgiving 2024 with an entire episode devoted to TV Turkeys (aka terrible and “preposterous” TV programs) including “You’re in the Picture,” “Hello, Larry,” “Misfits of Science” and of course, the infamous “Pink Lady and Jeff.” In this episode, Jackie Gleason apologizes, “Supertrain” goes off the rails, Fred Silverman invents “J…
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