Isn't That Special

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Isn't That Special

What could be more pointless than ANOTHER Podcast? How about one that's focused on the grating and tediously over-populated world of streaming stand-up comedy 'specials'? Can we sweeten the pot by making the hosts two old gits whose love of comedy and social relevance have long since faded to nothingness? If that sounds like just the thing you're looking for then boy do we have 30-40 minutes of your listening time to waste that you'll never get back!Hosts are Bill and Mark and tech production and artistic direction is by Christian. We'll only publish full names when we hit 10K subscriptions and start to monetize.

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    Review: Filth Queen, Steph Tolev

    Our very first listener call in precedes a recap of Spanish travels, local empanada tasting and a plan for smuggling hotdogs into Wrigley field!  We also set another pain endurance test with a new longest episode ever. All this and a cursory review of Steph Tolev's latest special Filth Queen. Find it on Netflix: Filth Queen  You should watch it before listening to the review.  Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos. Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good.

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    Review: I'm Telling You For The Last Time, Jerry Seinfeld

    A huge preview of an upcoming holiday in Spain and we critique electrical work being carried out while recording live in another technical first with one of the hosts calling in by phone! All this and a clinical review of Jerry Seinfeld's 90's comedy touchstone I'm Telling You For The Last Time . Find it on Youtube: I'm Telling You For The Last Time.  You should watch it before listening to the review.  Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos. Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good.

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    Review: Can I touch It, Whitney Cummings

    Recorded on April 15th so we naturally turn our thoughts to tax returns while also recapping our failed team bonding trip to a Blackhawks game. We won't post spoilers but...this episode contains a MAJOR technical innovation for the Podcast! All that as a prelude to reviewing the 2019 offering Can I Touch It by Whitney Cummings. Find it on Netflix: Can I touch It. You should watch it before listening to the review.  Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos. Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good.

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    Review: Jew, Ari Shaffir

    Finally, FINALLY we get to the topics of Toblerones, custom clock making and MC Hammer . The comedy special at hand on this week's show is Ari Shaffir's 2022 offering Jew. Find it on Youtube: Jew You should watch it before listening to the review.  Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos. Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good.

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    Review: Let It Go, Bill Burr

    In no particular order of importance 'the T' is dished as 'the kids' say on the great Home Depot/Menards debate, Lou Bega and his Mambo Number 5 and the upcoming rituals of Easter  . Eventually we get around to reviewing Bill Burr's breakout 2010 offering Let It Go. Available now on Youtube: Let It Go. You should watch it before listening to the review.  Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos. Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good.

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    Review: Domestic Shorthair, Todd Barry

    The always contentious subject of Apple Cider Vinegar kicks us off with discussions of service dogs and AARP membership to add further spice. This week's comedy 'review' is of the 2023 special Domestic Shorthair by Todd Barry. Currently available on Tubi or Youtube: Domestic Shorthair  .You should watch it before listening to the review.  Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos. Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good.

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    Review: One night Stand, Norm Macdonald

    The episode starts off with a lively debate with regards to puctuality, more dead air about cell phone service and a discussion on American health care. Eventually we get to Norm MacDonald's first ever HBO special on One Night Stand. It is currently available on Youtube: One Night Stand You should watch it before listening to the review.  Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos. Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good.

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    Review: An Escalator Can Never Break, Mitch Hedberg

    We kick it off offering opinions on such wide varying fare as the 7 Up film series, hard boiled eggs and remote working before knuckling down to the matter in hand: Mitch Hedberg's seminal 1999 special An Escalator Can Never Break . It is currently available in either the 22 minute edited version or the one we recommend at 37 unexpurgated minutes on Daily Motion: An Escalator Can Never Break. You should watch it before listening to the review.  Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos. Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good.

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    Review: Cara Josephine, Josie Long

    For some reason our weird obsession with food intake resurfaces while marital strife and cabaret entertainment also receive a diligent discussion. The special in question this week is Josie Long's 2013 offering Cara Josephine. It is currently available on Youtube for all to see for free!: Cara Jospehine. You should watch it before listening to the review.  Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos. Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good.

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    Review: Coming Soon On A Face Near You, John 'Dr. Dirty' Valby

    We return to the great aluminum/aluminium debate and whinge like old men about cell phones. Then its a quick recap of dietary habits before diving headlong into a review of Coming To A Face Near You by Dr. Dirty  - John Valby. Neither of those names are made up. It is currently available on youtube NSFW/Parental Discretion Advised/The opinions contained within are not endorsed by us - Coming Soon On A Face Near You .You probably shouldn't watch it before listening to the review.  Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good.

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    Review: Live at The Purple Onion, Zach Galfianakis

    Yet another longest ever episode (grimace) discussing the Two Good To Go service (NOT sponsored content), calcium intake recommendations, how to improvise crutches and another first with a special drop in guest with the personable Kyle Scanlan!  The special we eventually get around to talking about is the 2006 offering Live At The Purple Onion by Zach Galfianakis. It is currently available on Netflix for the wealthy among us or hear on Youtube: Live At The Purple Onion .You should watch it before listening to the review.  Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good.

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    Special Episode: Beth Stelling Interview

    Our very first special edition! We were lucky enough to sit down with Beth Stelling and talk about the mechanics and challenges of filming a comedy special. A must hear for all comedy special fans! Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good.

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    Review: Beautiful Dogs, Shane Gillis

    Our longest ever episode (collective groan) discussing alumin(i)um, the Superbowl, deodorant and a vast array of other interesting subjects while also passing judgement on the Shane Gillis 2023 special Beautiful Dogs.  The special is available on Netflix for the wealthy among us: Beautiful Dogs You should watch it before listening to the review.  Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good.

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    Review: American Boy, Marcello Hernandez

    Another lengthy preamble takes in Eric Stoltz, sandwiches and Superbowl plans before getting to the 2025 release American Boy by Marcello Hernandez.  The special is available on Netflix for the wealthy among us: American Boy  You should watch it before listening to the review.  Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good.

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    Review: The Comeback Kid, John Mulaney

    We hit the zeitgeist once again with discussions on A.I. , bagels and backsplashes before heading back in time to 2015 and John Mulaney's offering The Comeback Kid. The special is available on Netflix for the wealthy among us: The Comeback Kid .You should watch it before listening to the review.  Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good.

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    Review: Rory Scovel Tries Stand-Up For The First Time, Rory Scovel

    We try and break out of the winter doldrums with a retrospective look back at a 2016 offering from Rory Scovel. But not before we nail the thorny topics of Cubs memorabilia, Dr. Dirty John Valby and announcing our new show sponsor. The special is available on Netflix for the wealthy among us: Rory Scovel Tries Stand-Up For The First Time .You should watch it before listening to the review.  Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good.

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    Review: Unspeakable Things, Leanne Morgan

    In what is arguably our most anticipated episode ever we discuss broth, wiffle ball and American Football before finally addressing the lightning rod special Unspeakable Things by Leanne Morgan/Rogers. The special is available on Netflix for the wealthy among us: Unspeakable Things  .You should watch it before listening to the review.  Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good.

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    Review: It's Not Easy Bein' Me, Rodney Dangerfield

    Be thankful that we cut out 10 minutes of arguing over how the specials we review get picked and you only get the last 2 minutes. Then it's a live holiday gift exchange followed by a discussion of holiday show gimmicks and the 'Schnitzelbank' before we finally we get to Rodney Dangerfield's 1983 special It's Not Easy Bein' Me. The special is available on Youtube: It's Not Easy Bein' Me.   You should watch it before listening to the review.  Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good

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    Review: Best and Worst of the Season 1 specials

    Just a mere 14 weeks late we get around to ranking the best and worst of the specials we reviewed in Season One! Of course not before we have a long, irrelevant preamble discussing the contentious hot topics of middle names, Quinoa and pest control.  No need to watch anything before this episode so that's a blessing at least! Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good

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    Review: An Audience With..., Joan Rivers

    This week we get seasonally topical with discussions on heating bills, holiday traditions and Bill's fabulous new coat hood. Then its another time warp back to the 1984 special An Audience with Joan Rivers. The special is available on Youtube: An Audience With Joan Rivers (1984).  You should watch it before listening to the review.  Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good

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    Review: Breaking The Rules, Sam Kinison

    You won't believe how long we spend discussing our favourite pens. Yes pens. Don't know what GERD is? You will now! If you're not interested in the thrillg world of sitcom pilots you can skip that bit and head to the 25 minute mark when  finally we get to Sam Kinison's 1987 special Breaking The Rules. The special is available on Daily Motion: Breaking The Rules.   You should watch it before listening to the review.  Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good

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    Review: Caligula, Anthony Jeselnik

    In the pre-review ramble today we discuss whether Covid was a good or bad thing, another potential show rename, Nationalism and at l-e-n-g-t-h we revisit Janet Jackson's Superbowl 'wardrobe malfunction'.  finally we get to Anthony Jeselnik's 2013 special Caligula. The special is available on Youtube: Caligula.   You should watch it before listening to the review.  Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good

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    Review: Untitled, Ian Edwards

    This episode is waaaay too long. You might want to skip it. In an exhausting pre-amble we cover Billy Joel, pipe smoking, paper-based pornography and create a new game segment.  Eventually we review Ian Edwards' 2025 special Untitled. The special is available on Youtube: Ian Edwards - Untitled.  You should watch it before listening to the review.  Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good

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    Review: Michael Che Matters, Michael Che

    An insanely long lead in this week covers, Halloween tradition, Guy Fawkes/Forks, hallucinogenic experiences and our very first listener feedback! Eventually we review Michael Che's 2016 special Michael Che Matters. The special is available on Netflix: Michael Che Matters.  You should watch it before listening to the review.  Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good

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    Review: Beer Hall Putsch, Doug Stanhope

    Featuring the usual preamble about haircuts plus discussions on financial prudence, erectile disfunction pills and a full and frank apology from Bill for comments made about a comedian in a previous episode. Eventually we review Doug Stanhope's 2013 special Beer Hall Putsch. The special is available for free on youtube: Beer Hall Putsch . You should watch it before listening to the review.   Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good

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    Review: White Noise, Andrew Santino

    Are we pro or anti King? Find out today. How did Adam Sandler fare at the UC? Find out today. What is the deal with dollar hot dogs at Jewel? Find out today. Eventually we review Andrew Santino's special White Noise. The special is available on Hulu for the country's wealthiest citizens: White Noise . You should watch it before listening to the review.   Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good

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    Review: Model Comedian, Caleb Hearon

    We return to the subject of train travel and give big ups to The Fargo TV Series before knuckling down to the review of Caleb Hearon's debut special Model Comedian. The special is available on HBO for the country's wealthiest citizens: Model Comedian.  You should watch it before listening to the review.   Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good

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    Review: Confirmed Kills, Iliza Shlesinger

    We talk about a not-happening roadtrip, common law marriage and what Mark can or can't afford before finally heading over to Sheffield and Belmont to review Iliza Shlesinger's 2016 special Comfirmed Kills at The Vic Theater. The special is available on Netflix or, and we didn't tell you this, for free on Dailymotion: Confirmed Kills  You should watch it before listening to the review.   Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good

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    Review: Randy Writes A Novel, Randy Feltface

    We talk about glasses, baseball and Australia before heading down under to review Randy Writes A Novel by comedy muppet Randy Feltface.  The special is available on Youtube for totes free!: Randy Writes A Novel.  You should watch it before listening to the review.   Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good

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    Review: Perfect, Nikki Glaser

    We kick things off with a fresh batch of expletives in 'Guess The Swearword' before segueing neatly into a review of Nikki Glaser's 2016 offering Perfect.  The special is available on Youtube for totes free!: Perfect  You should watch it before listening to the review.  WARNING: We only get to the subject of recapping Bill's train trip to Seattle at the end of the episode. That's a lot of meandering chatter to sit through. Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and somtimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good

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    Review: What., Bo Burnham

    We spend time discussing overnight train travel and continue with our wildly popular new 'Guess The Swearword' segment before finally moving on to the subject of Bo Burnham's 2013 offering What.  The special is available on Youtube for totes free!: What.  You should watch it before listening to the review. It already has 26 MILLION views! WARNING: This episode is only slighly shorter than the actual special. Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good

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    Review: We Are Miracles, Sarah Silverman

    We spend more time than is seemly discussing Oasis and introducing our new 'Guess The Swearword' segment before finally moving on to the subject of Sarah Silverman's 2013 offering We Are Miracles. The special is available for rock stars with HBO and also on Youtube for $4: We are Miracles .You should watch it before listening to the review! WARNING: This episode is the longest one ever.  Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and somtimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good

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    Review: Slow and Steady, Joe Pera

    We spend more time than is seemly discussing haircuts before finally moving on to the subject of Joe Pera's 2023 offering Slow and Steady. The special is available on Youtube: Slow and Steady and you should watch it before listening to the review! WARNING: This episode is more hair-focused than comedy-focused. FUN FACT: This is the first episode in Season 2 of the podcast! Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and somtimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good

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    Review: My Girlfriend's Boyfriend, Mike Birbiglia

    We discuss Southie culture, Adam Sandler (again), male fashion tips and finally knuckle down to the 2013 Special My Girlfriend's Boyfriend by Mike Birbiglia! It is available to watch for free on Youtube: My Girlfriend's Boyfriend and you should watch it before listening to the review! WARNING: This episode is unnecessarily long. FUN FACT: This is the final episode in Season 1 of the podcast! Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and somtimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good

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    Review: Critic's Choice, Dana Carvey

    We're back from Europe all rested and sophisticated and in this episode the comedy time machine takes us back to 1995 for Dana Carvey's Critic's Choice stand-up special! The special is available on Youtube: Critic's Choice and you should watch it before listening to the review!  Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and somtimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good

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    Review: If you Didn't Want Me Then, Beth Stelling

    We finally get to discuss the work of somebody we've actually met with the latest special from Lodge alumni and go-gal Beth Stelling: If You didn't Want Me Then  The 2025 special is available on Netflix for those with disposable income and you should watch it before listening to the review! This episodes includes ruminations on days gone past at The Lincoln Lodge and whether women are funny to other women. Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and somtimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good

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    Review: Elephant In The Room, Patrice O'Neal

    We discuss scooter maintenance briefly before tackling The Elephant In The Room which is also the name of the special from legendary and late lamented comedian Patrice O'Neal. The 2011 special is viewable on Youtube for free - Elephant In The Room  - and you should watch it before listening to the review! This episodes includes ruminations on the glory days of VHS. Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and somtimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good

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    Review: The Second Best Night Of Your Life, Brett Goldstein

    We head back over 'the pond' to check out Brett Goldstein's debut stand up special The Second Best Night Of Your Life! You can rent this on Apple TV or Hulu some how and you should do so before listening to the review! This episodes includes ruminations on the glory days of VHS. Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and somtimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good

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    Review: Over Your Head, Gallagher

    We head back to the 80's (sigh) to check out Gallagher's wildly weird Over Your Head special! You can rent this on Amazon Prime for a highly affordable $1.99: Over Your Head and you should do so before listening to the review! This episodes includes ruminations on the glory days of VHS. Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and somtimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good

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    Review: Basic Lee, Stewart Lee

    Bill and Mark cross the Atlantic to review British iconoclast Stewart Lee's seminal Basic Lee special! You can view the entire 92 minute epic on youtube: Basic Lee .This episode also includes ruminations on integrity and nihilism so be warned! Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and somtimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good

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    Review: The Dreamer, Dave Chappelle

    Bill and Mark follow up the retrospective look back at 2000's Killing Them softly with a full 50 minute shakedown of  2024's highly devisive The Dreamer! Pssst...you didn't hear it from us but you can see the special on Daily Motion RN if you' don't have Netflix: The Dreamer This lengthy episode also includes discussions on what we think we sound like and Mark's reticence to engage in pointless arguments. Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and somtimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good

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    Review: Killing Them Softly, Dave Chappelle

    Bill and Mark set out to illustrate comedy history with back to back reviews of the first ever Dave Chappelle special, 2000's Killing Them Softly, followed by an episode dedicated to 2024's highly devisive The Dreamer! If you haven't already done so you can watch the first special on Youtube: Killing Them Softly . This lengthy episode also includes discussions on car maintenance and the intro music used on the podcast! Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and somtimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good!

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    Review: Remain Seated, Larry The Cable Guy

    Bill and Mark post our longest ever episode as we hit the double-digit episode mark (before hitting the same for listeners) and ponder the eternal mystery of Larry The Cable Guy. If you haven't already done so please watch the special on Amazon or Netflix: Remain Seated  so that you can support the artist and disagree with everything we say. Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and somtimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good!

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    Review: Make Joke From Face, Nick Swardson

    Bill and Mark get Sandler-adjacent once more with a review of the latest offering from Nick Swardson. If you haven't already done so please watch the special - for free! - on Youtube: Make Joke From Face so that you can support the artist and disagree with everythign we say. Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and somtimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good!

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    Review: For Your Approval, Ellen DeGeneres

    Bill and Mark grab the proverbial bull by the horns and review the latest and last (?) special by Ellen DeGeneres. If you haven't already done so please consider watching this special available on Netflix: For Your Approval so that you can support the artist because boy does she need a friend right now! Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and somtimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good!

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    Review: I Got A Mule! , Tom Green

    Bill and Mark bounce between 1997 and 2025 with a review of a recent comeback offering by Tom Green. If you haven't already done so please consider watching this special available on Amazon: I Got A Mule! so that you can support the artist and disagree with everything we say. Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and somtimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good!

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    Review: Lucid - A Crowd Work special, Matt Rife

    Bill and Mark finally grab the zeitgeist by the lapels with a review of a recent offering by Matt Rife. If you haven't already done so please consider watching this special available on Netflix: Lucid - A Crowd Work special so that you can support the artist and disagree with everything we say. Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and somtimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good!

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    Review: For The Masses, Eddie Pepitone

    Bill and Mark tackle a 2020 offering from The Bitter Buddha himsef, Eddie Pepitone. If you haven't already done so please consider watching this special available for free on Youtube: For The Masses so that you can support the artist and disagree with everything we say. Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and somtimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good!

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    Review: I'm an Entertainer, Wanda Sykes

    Bill and Mark venture into new territory with another veteran comedian whose work is new to them as they review Wanda Sykes' latest special. If you haven't already done so please consider watching her latest Netflix special I'm an Entertainer so that you can support the artist and disagree with everything we say. Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and somtimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style.  

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    Review: Local Act, Maria Bamford

    As our listening figures soar into the thin end of double digits we turn our attention to the acclaimed Minnesota veteran and alt-darling Maria Bamford. If you haven't already done so please consider watching her latest Netflix special Local Act so that you can better follow along with our frankly irrelevant thoughts. Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and somtimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style.  

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

What could be more pointless than ANOTHER Podcast? How about one that's focused on the grating and tediously over-populated world of streaming stand-up comedy 'specials'? Can we sweeten the pot by making the hosts two old gits whose love of comedy and social relevance have long since faded to nothingness? If that sounds like just the thing you're looking for then boy do we have 30-40 minutes of your listening time to waste that you'll never get back!Hosts are Bill and Mark and tech production and artistic direction is by Christian. We'll only publish full names when we hit 10K subscriptions and start to monetize.

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