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Truly Happily Madison
by Jack Gregson and Josh Pappenheim
Since 1999, Adam Sandler’s production company Happy Madison has produced over 40 movies, many of which have been successful with audiences yet critically reviled. Each week, hosts Jack Gregson & Josh Pappenheim look at a Happy Madison movie and explore what keeps audiences coming back for more Paul Blart shenanigans, Joe Dirt hilarity and Grown Up silliness. It’s the deep dive into Adam Sandler’s producer career you didn’t know you wanted and maybe you don’t, it’s all good.Follow @TruHapMad on Twitter and InstagramEmail us at [email protected]
Episodes
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54: Hustle
They're back! Jack and Josh have risen once again to chat the latest Happy Madison title. That's right, they're bouncing back with Adam Sandler's basketball drama Hustle.
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53: Home Team
You thought it was over... you were wrong! Jack and Josh return from podcasting retirement to tackle the latest offering from Happy Madison, the Kevin James football saga Home Team.
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52: The Maddies
As we draw to a close on our first season. Jack and Josh look back on the 46 movies they have covered and announce the first ever Maddie Awards, celebrating the best and brightest in Happy Madison's history. There's also a quiz, some music and a whole lot of fun. The end is just the beginning....
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51: Hubie Halloween
So it's come to this... Jack and Josh finally discuss the most recent Happy Madison motion picture, the 2020 Adam Sandler starring comedy horror Hubie Halloween. How will the boys cope with coming to the end of this journey? You'll have to listen to find out. Follow @TruHapMad on Twitter and...
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50: Truly Happily Madison Origins: Happy Gilmore
Jack and Josh return to the past to discuss one of Adam Sandler's more respected comedy vehicles, the 1996 golf comedy Happy Gilmore. Is this a hole in one or does it leave our boys in the rough? Follow @TruHapMad on Twitter and Instagram Email us at [email protected]
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49: Dirty Work: A Norm Macdonald Tribute with Nick Helm
On September 14th 2021 the world unexpectedly lost Norm Macdonald. Comedian Nick Helm joins Jack and Josh to celebrate Norm's life and review the 1995 classic Dirty Work. Follow @TruHapMad on Twitter and Instagram Email us at [email protected] Find more from Nick Helm at...
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48: Truly Happily Madison Origins - Billy Madison
Let's go back to where it all began. Jack and Josh venture into the early years of Adam Sandler's movie career and bring you a commentary on the 1995 comedy Billy Madison. Armed with only their wits and a 'Sandboard', the two endeavour to finally see what separates the Sandboy from the Sandman....
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47: The Wrong Missy with Daisy Edwards
Jack and Josh venture back to Hawaii to fall in love with the 2020 David Spade vehicle, The Wrong Missy. Daisy Edwards (W-Rated) joins the pair to discuss Lauren Lapkus' rise to fame, the state of the modern rocmcom and which Adam Sandler voice is the best. Follow @TruHapMad on Twitter and...
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46: Murder Mystery with Charlie Vero-Martin
There has been... a murder! Jack and Josh are the prime suspects, and only Inspector Charlie Vero Martin can unwrap the riddle that is Adam Sandler's 2019 comedy romp Murder Mystery. Strap in for long and unfocused stories about Jack's grandfather, an agony aunt Napoleon and the Monaco Gran Prix....
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45: Adam Sandler - 100% Fresh with Sooz Kempner
Sit down for some stand up as comedian Sooz Kempner (Mystery on the Rocks, QueenPod: The Queen Podcast) joins Jack and Josh for a look into what works and what's too much in Adam Sandler's 2018 comedy special 100% Fresh. Follow @TruHapMad on Twitter and Instagram Email us at [email protected]...
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44: Father of the Year with Petros Patsilivas
Grab the Spade, we've got some shit to shovel. Jack and Josh reach out to real father, Petros Patsilivas (Caged In: Coppola Connections) to chat about the 2018 grad/dad comedy Father of the Year. Is Nat Faxon the hot injection of fun that the Happy Madison universe needs? Is Spade getting bolder...
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43: The Week Of
Dearly beloved, we are gathered here today to discuss the 2018 wedding comedy The Week Of. We are here to join Adam Sandler and Chris Rock in a comedy partnership, the likes of which that haven't been seen since... well I guess The Longest Yard (Rock and Sandler have worked together since, but…
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42: Sandy Wexler
Jack and Josh go Hollywood when they finally sit down and watch the 2017 insider comedy Sandy Wexler. Could Adam Sandler's love letter to the industry be the thing he needs to shake up his string of flops or will this just be another lazy inside baseball game? Follow @TruHapMad on Twitter and...
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41: The Do-Over
As Jack and Josh recover from their second Covid jabs, they sluggishly try to come to terms with Happy Madison's second Netflix movie, 2016's action comedy The Do-Over. Tune in as the boys battle out whether the film is bad or very bad. Who will be the victor? Only time will decide. Follow...
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40: The Ridiculous 6
A new era of Happy Madison arises with this, the first film of the infamous Netflix deal. Does the deal allow Sandler and his team the creativity that other studios have not offered, or are they just delivering the same old shit? Jack and Josh discuss this and more while covering the 2015 western...
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39: Pixels with Jamie Levitt
Games write Jamie Levitt joins Jack and Josh for an arcade style chat on 2015's adventure Pixels! Will plot and special effects save Sandler from the slump he's been in of late, or will it allow him to coast through yet another high budget motion picture? Will nostalgia make the hosts look fondly...
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38: Joe Dirt 2: Beautiful Loser
The dirt returns. Jack and Josh catch up with an old friend for a time travelling adventure that nobody wants to go on. Enjoy our most rushed episode so far as nobody has seen this film, nor should anybody. Follow @TruHapMad on Twitter and Instagram Email us at [email protected]
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37: Paul Blart: Mall Cop 2
You can take the cop out of the mall, but you can't take the Happy out of the Madison. Jack and Josh go head to head this week as they tackle the 2015 cult classic Paul Blart: Mall Cop 2. The debate between meme culture and high art starts here... who will be the victor? Only you can decide.…
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36: Blended
Does Sandler's reunion with his favourite leading lady cause Jack and Josh to blend or does it leave them wanting (Barry)more? It's another romcom/holiday movie, so expect plenty of tangents, exasperation and jovial good times as we tackle 2014's Blended. Follow @TruHapMad on Twitter and…
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35: Grown Ups 2 with Phil Iscove and Kenny Neibart
The reunion of Adam Sandler, Kevin James, Chris Rock and David Spade has caused a ripple effect and resulted in the reunion of two podcasts; it's the Truly Happily Madison/Podcast Like it's 1999 crossover you've all been waiting for... again Phil Iscove and Kenny Neibart are back to join Jack and...
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34: Here Comes The Boom
What if Kevin James was an MMA fighter? It's a question we've all asked at some point in our lives, but 2012's Here Comes the Boom is the only film brave enough to answer the question. Jack and Josh sit down with the middling sports comedy for a more relaxed and chilled version of the podcast;...
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33: That's My Boy
Jack and Josh take some time to fully examine why the 2012 Adam Sandler and Andy Samberg comedy That's My Boy resulted in Happy Madison's biggest finacial flop since Little Nicky. Was it the premise? The cast? Or the unfortunate scheduling dilemma of following Jack and Jill? Follow @TruHapMad on...
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32: Jack and Jill with Yiannis Cove
Yiannis Cove (Everyone's A Critic) joins Jack and Josh to talk Jack and Jill. Adam Sandler and Adam Sandler star in this 2011 sibling comedy that is considered by some to be the worst film of all time. Can these 3 men in their 30s find redemption in mess or will the find themselves distracted by...
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31: Bucky Larson: Born to be a Star with Darryl Edge
Darryl Edge (Cage/Rage - A Nicolas Cage Podcast) joins Jack and Josh to talk about Nick Swardson's moment in the spotlight with 2011's sub-erotic comedy Bucky Larson: Born To Be A Star. Is the film secretly a masterpiece that parodies Hollywood tropes or is it another in a long line of Happy...
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30: Zookeeper with Ashley Bamforth
In 2011 Happy Madison asked the question "What if Paul Blart could talk to animals?" and the answer is Zookeeper, a family friendly film that includes indecent exposure humour. Animal expert Ashley Bamforth joins Jack and Josh as they embark on the safari through this comedy clunker. Find more…
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29: Just Go With It
We've reached the point in Adam Sandler's career where movies become vague excuses to go on a family vacation. Jack and Josh mull over 2011's romcom Just Go With It while also examining what could be in Happy Madison's future. Follow @TruHapMad on Twitter and Instagram Email us at...
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28: Grown Ups with Phil Iscove and Kenny Neibart
The union of Adam Sandler, Kevin James, Chris Rock, David Spade and Rob Schneider has caused a ripple effect and resulted in the union of two podcasts; it's the Truly Happily Madison/Podcast Like it's 1999 crossover you've all been waiting for. Phil Iscove and Kenny Neibart join Jack and Josh to...
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27: The Shortcut
Greetings boys and ghouls... are you ready for the fright of your lives? Well you're plum out of luck as all we've got is Jack and Josh talking about the 2009 horror movie The Shortcut. Did you know that Adam Sandler produced a horror movie written by his brother? Of course you didn't. Did you…
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26: Funny People
So here it is... the movie you've all been waiting for... the movie that makes the whole damn pod worth it. Jack and Josh dive into the 2009 dramedy that asks the question "What if Adam Sandler played Adam Sandler?" and you know what... you'll have to listen to know what they thought. Follow...
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25: Paul Blart: Mall Cop with Ben Phillips
During lockdown we're offering a virtual trip to the mall! Podcaster Ben Phillips (The Reel World) joins us to discuss 2009's sleeper hit. Is this a kids movie? Is this better than Observe and Report? Is this a terrible movie? All questions will be pondered as we enter the world of Paul Blart…
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24: Bedtime Stories with Will Webb
Tuck yourselves in dear listeners and we'll tell you a tale about a 2008 family comedy starring Adam Sandler, Bedtime Stories. Will Webb (indietrix) joins us this week to discuss whether Adam Sandler's only Disney movie is a sleeper hit or a snorer. Find more from Will Webb at...
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23: The House Bunny with Sydney Holmes
The time has come! It's the only female lead Happy Madison movie. Writer and comedian Sydney Holmes joins Jack and Josh to talk about the Anna Faris vehicle The House Bunny. With a stacked cast and a standout lead performance, is this the secret Happy Madison classic we've all forgotten? Please...
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22: You Don't Mess With the Zohan
After a week off, Jack and Josh have returned to fight their greatest foe yet; racial stereotypes. That's right, it's time to get political with Adam Sandler's Mossad agent comedy You Don't Mess With the Zohan. Follow @TruHapMad on Twitter and Instagram Email us at [email protected]
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21: Strange Wilderness
This week Jack and Josh face the ultimate challenge... can they pretend to care about a movie that ultimately doesn't care about itself? We watched 2008's Strange Wilderness and wished we didn't. Follow @TruHapMad on Twitter and Instagram Email us at [email protected]
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20: I Now Pronounce You Chuck & Larry with Jemal Polson
Journalist Jemal Polson joins us to discuss the 11th highest grossing film in the Happy Madison filmography, I Now Pronounce You Chuck & Larry. This episode holds the Guinness World Record for the most times the word "horrible" is used to describe a movie. Join us as we delve into a movie that...
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19: Reign Over Me with Maddie Campion
We all go a little serious, sometimes. Comedian Maddie Campion joins us to discuss a rare Happy Madison drama, Reign Over Me. Does Sandler successfully make the move to drama? Is this a sensitive take on mental illness? Is a scooter a good mode of transport? We tackle all these questions and…
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18: Click with Amon Warmann
Don't touch that remote as we're joined by Empire Magazine's Amon Warmann to chat the 2006 film Click. Is Sandler a better dramatic actor than a comedic one? Does this film deserve to be Happy Madison's only recipient of an Academy Award nomination? Does Josh have a heart of stone? All of these...
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17: The Goldbergs
This week we dive back into the fascinating world of Happy Madison TV productions with the long running hit show, The Goldbergs. You know? It's that show that's been going for 8 years and you've never watched it. Join us as we try and figure out who Adam F Goldberg is and why we should care about...
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16: The Benchwarmers
It's a sad day... it's the last film this podcast will cover that features Rob Schneider in the leading role. Despite that tragedy, Jack and Josh soldier on to discuss whether or not Napoleon Dynamite is still funny (or if it ever was), cricket vs baseball, and their top 5 sports comedies of all...
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15: Grandma's Boy
Is it a cult hit or a pile of shit? Jack and Josh do a deep dive into what is Allen Covert's first and only lead role in a feature film. Does a film that embraces bro culture and stoner humour have a place in 2021? Probably not but listen anyway, what else are you up to? Follow @TruHapMad on...
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14: Deuce Bigalow: European Gigolo
This week Jack and Josh break Brexit rules and venture into the murky depths of generic Europe to revisit one of their all time favourite characters. That's right, Deuce Bigalow is back and so are the lame jokes, bad storytelling and general misogyny that we hated the first time round. Follow...
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13: The Longest Yard
An episode that is deceptively not about the 2001 film Mean Machine. Jack and Josh try their hardest to rally in the New Year with a a trip to the slammer via the 2005 Adam Sandler vehicle The Longest Yard.
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12: Rules of Engagement - Season 5, Episode 12 - Little Bummer Boy
Do you hear what I hear? It's the Truly Happily Madison Christmas Special, and what better way to celebrate than by watching everyone's favourite Christmas special. That's right! We're watching an episode of the Happy Madison TV show Rules of Engagement. But if that's not enough for you, we've…
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11: 50 First Dates with Amy Roter
Podcaster and dating coach Amy Roter (Successful, Single & Not Willing to Settle!) joins us this week to coach us through a memorable watch of 2004's 50 First Dates. Is this a chance for us to finally see the sweet side of Sandler or will it be something we want to forget tomorrow? Follow...
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10: Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star
The Spade is back! Jack and Josh go toe to toe with 2003 comedy hit Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star and find themselves knocked down by David Spade's comedic sensibilities. Listen in as the boys are baffled by their lack of knowledge of child stars, Rob Reiner's recent movies and David Spade as…
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9: Anger Management with Chris Anastasi
Goosfraba!! Screenwriter Chris Anastasi (Madness in the Method) joins Jack and Josh to discuss Jack's most anticipated film of 2003; Anger Management. Can you figure out why Jack Nicholson agreed to be a supporting role in an Adam Sandler movie? We can't! Can you figure out why they spun this off...
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8: The Hot Chick with Jen Ives
Comedian and host of the Peak Trans podcast joins Jack and Josh for a look into 2002's The Hot Chick. Is this film secretly an in-depth study into gender politics of the early 2000s or is it just a chance for Rob Schneider to hang out with some cute girls? The rabbit holes goes ever deeper as we...
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7: Adam Sandler's Eight Crazy Nights with Rebecca Hendin
Artist and illustrator Rebecca Hendin joins Jack and Josh for an animated discussion on 2002's Adam Sandler's Eight Crazy Nights. Discover which element of this movie has made Jack laugh more than any over movie covered on the podcast so far! Discover the beautiful animation styles brought to…
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6: The Master of Disguise with Edy Hurst
Comedian and podcaster Edy Hurst (Edy Hurst's Podcast Version of... The War of the Worlds) joins Jack and Josh to discuss the zany 2002 comedy, The Master of Disguise. Often described as one of the worst films ever made, what will the boys make of this Dana Carvey classic? Would this be another...
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5: Mr. Deeds
This week, Jack and Josh get into business with Mr. Deeds. The 2002 comedy sees the boys truly divided for the first time. Will their friendship be able to survive discussions on the original Frank Capra movie, a look at post 9/11 New York, and the ultimate question; which is better, Tron or…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Since 1999, Adam Sandler’s production company Happy Madison has produced over 40 movies, many of which have been successful with audiences yet critically reviled. Each week, hosts Jack Gregson & Josh Pappenheim look at a Happy Madison movie and explore what keeps audiences coming back for more Paul Blart shenanigans, Joe Dirt hilarity and Grown Up silliness. It’s the deep dive into Adam Sandler’s producer career you didn’t know you wanted and maybe you don’t, it’s all good.Follow @TruHapMad on Twitter and InstagramEmail us at [email protected]
HOSTED BY
Jack Gregson and Josh Pappenheim
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