America Won't Shut Up

About Sleep! with Sam West & Matt Klinman

Tue, 21 May 2013 05:39:21 +0000

From morning to night, Americans everywhere are having trouble sleeping this week, as they are just so excited to be talking about some good ol' shut eye. To get to the bottom of this trend, we'll sit down with sleep mogul/entrepreneur and owner of Sleep Vodka, Paleo. He knows the world of sleep better then anyone. Also on the show, Stunt Illusionist Damin Wain, will attempt to break the world record for longest nap right on the air. You won't want to miss it. As always, we'll scan the week's hot twitter topics, scan the week's news, and this week, we're paid a special visit from Celebrity Hypnotist, Kensington Bris. All that, and more, plus music from the Foo Fighters. This week on America Won't Shut Up! This week's episode stars Sam West (twitter.com/swestking) and Matt Klinman (twitter.com/mattklinman). Follow them online or check them out in real life. Your call, just do something.

About the 1992 Ross Perot Presidential Campaign! with Langan Kingsley & James Dwyer

Tue, 14 May 2013 08:03:36 +0000

From New York, all the way to California, this week, people will not stop gabbing about this hot, hot new, old campaign. To get to the bottom of this trend, we'll sit down with the organizer of Perotchella: A 3-Day 1992 Presidential Experience and Concert, Hilary Library. After that we'll talk to Ross Unclebutter, a Ross Perot superfan who has gotten surgery to look like Ross Perot circa-1992. And as always, we'll scan the week's twitter trends, dig into our nation's headlines, and we'll once again be visited by our good friend, and Gadget Guru for Parade Magazine, Dermitt Countertop. All that, and more, plus music from the Foo Fighters. This week on America Won't Shut Up! This week's episode stars Langan Kingsley (twitter.com/thisislangan) and James Dwyer (twitter.com/jamesbdwyer). Be sure to keep your eyes peeled for their upcoming web series, Space Drifters, coming soon to an internet near you.

About Being Quiet! with Dan Chamberlain & Halle Kiefer

Tue, 07 May 2013 17:41:33 +0000

From the redwood forest, to the gulf stream waters, it seems, this week, no one in America can keep quiet about how much they love being quiet. To get to the bottom of this trend, we'll sit down with quietness expert, Henley Menley, who teaches a class on the importance of quietness called, "Shh … Quiet Now." After that we'll talk to professional quiet person, Selena Gomez-Adams. Trust us, both of these guys have plenty to say about not saying much. As always, we'll scan the week's twitter trends, dig into the headlines, and we'll once again have a field piece from reporter, Taylor Moore. All that and more, plus music from the Foo Fighters. This week's episode stars Dan Chamberlain (twitter.com/amfmpm) and Halle Kiefer (twitter.com/hallekiefer). If you're on tumblr, you probably know these two. And if not, hey that's OK, thanks for listening to our show anyway.

About Drinking Milk! with Jim Santangeli & Leslie Meisel

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 05:20:19 +0000

All across the nation, people are pouring a glass of that cold white stuff and drinking it down. This week, we'll sit down to chat with Commerce Banks, the man with the world's strongest bones. He has an interesting story, you'll definitely want to hear. After that, we'll talk with a very tiny, young girl who has been stricken with one of the most severe cases of lactose intolerance ever recorded, Gammy Flash-droids. Of course, we'll dive head first into the twitter trends and our nation's headlines, and we'll once again be paid a visit by our good friend, Hank Schlitz, aka The Befuddler. All that and more, plus music from the Foo Fighters. This week, on America Won't Shut Up! This week's episode stars Jim Santangeli (twitter.com/jimsantangeli) and Leslie Meisel (twitter.com/lesliemeisel). Hopefully, you already know who these two are, but if not, we recommend typing their names into your search engine of choice. You won't be disappointed.

About Being Grateful for What You Have! with Diana Kolsky & Murf Meyer

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 05:31:30 +0000

From coast to coast, everyone is thanking their lucky stars this week, for the things they have in their life. On the show, we talk to the most grateful woman in the world, Hallelujah Finger, whose new book, "My Husband Exploded and I'm Thankful for It," is sure to be something you'll be thankful for very soon. After that, we'll talk to the founder of the Church of Thanksgiving, Reverend Vance LeBeaux. Who, despite his controversial teachings, we're grateful to have on the show. Of course, we're also happy to be paid a visit from our good friend and tech columnist for Parade Magazine, Gadget Guru, Dermitt Countertop. All that and more, plus music from the Foo Fighters. This week, on America Won't Shut Up! This week's episode stars Diana Kolsky (twitter.com/dianimalk) and Murf Meyer (twitter.com/murfmeyer). Be sure to check out their great new podcast, Menage a Trois at Menageatroisradio.com

About Toronto! with John Haskell & Elaine Meyer

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 07:05:32 +0000

From the CN Tower to the NBA's Raptors, this week, Americans everywhere are falling in love with easily one of the top three Canadian cities, Toronto! On this week's show, we talk to a Toronto denier and founding member of the activist group TiT (Toronto Isn't True), whose controversial opinions are sure to angry some listeners, Larry Byurd. After that, to hopefully provide a more positive perspective, we'll sit down with real-life Torontonian, Margeax Shoehorse. Of course, we'll also check out twitter and the news, plus, we're paid a visit from our good friend and Travel Writer for here2there.biz, Willard Zilch. All that and more, plus music from the Foo Fighters. This week, on America Won't Shut Up! This week's episode stars John Haskell (twitter.com/johnwhaskell) and Elaine Meyer (twitter.com/emeyer5). John is a writer for Late Night with Jimmy and Elaine Meyer is like, the best. Be sure to Google both of them on Bing.com.

About Spaghetti! with Benjamin Apple & Veronica Osorio

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 13:45:26 +0000

Use your noodle and get on board already, because this week, people all across the nation are having a heaping helping of the deliciously wet, sloppy treat, known as spaghetti! To get to the bottom of this trend, we talk to a stock boy at Bed, Bags and Beyond and self-proclaimed "spaghexpert," Phillip Sghetii. He's here to teach us the ins and outs of this long, thing noodle. Of course, we'll also take a look into our spaghetti futures as we chat with world-famous Spaghetti Psychic, Jella Star. Also on this week's show, Jason partakes in the delicious pasta treat, we learn that Pat's two girls are amazing spaghetti chefs, and we're paid a visit from the tech columnist at Parade Magazine, Gadget Guru, Dermitt Countertop. All that, plus music from the Foo Fighters: this week, on America Won't Shut Up! This week's episode stars Benjamin Apple (@benjaminapple) and Veronica Osorio (@vaov). Benjamin is a writer for Late Night with Jimmy Fallon and Veronica's new web series, Kate's Craft Corner is currently the best thing on the internet. Be sure to search for both of them on youtube. You won't regret it. Follow us on twitter: @thejasonflowers, @pratobrien, @taylordotbiz or you can follow the show @hashtagawsu Like us on facebook: facebook.com/americawontshutup And PLEASE email the show at americawontshutup@gmail.com

About Kissing! with Jamie Lee & Dan Black

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 18:53:37 +0000

From tiny smooches to big, wet french ones, this week, people will not stop blabbing about putting lips together with another human being. To get to the bottom of this trend, we talk to the Founder of NKOTB (No Kissing on the Bouche) and anti-kissing advocate, Lissa Braxton. Also this hour, we'll talk to Brad Garreth, who fronts a Kiss cover band, only this band of men covers famous movie kisses and not the music of the similarly-named rock band. Also on this week's show, Jason and his wife don't kiss as much as they used to, Pat's two daughters kiss each other, but not like that, and we're paid yet another visit from our good friend who you know as Hank Schlitz, but we, of course, know him only as The BeFuddler. All that, plus music from the Foo Fighters: this week, on America Won't Shut Up! This week's episode stars Jamie Lee (@thejamielee) and Dan Black (@dblackattack). You can find Dan performing at the UCB Theatre in NYC, with his group Death by Roo Roo. Jamie, of course, is a stand-up comedian who you can soon find on MTV's Girl Code, which premieres April 23rd at 10:30 after Awkward. Check. It. Out. Follow us on twitter: @thejasonflowers, @pratobrien, @taylordotbiz or you can follow the show @hashtagawsu Like us on facebook: facebook.com/americawontshutup And PLEASE email the show at americawontshutup@gmail.com

About Being Drunk! with Abbi Jacobson & Ilana Glazer

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 18:53:18 +0000

It seems everybody in these red, white and blue 50 states is gettin' hammered and talking about it. So for this week's show we guzzled down a few pints, pounded down a couple shots and turned on the mics, because we're nothing if not journalists. To get to the bottom of this trend, we talk to rising internet sensation, Melinda Kanteloupe. Melinda became a celebrity after a video of her being drunk hit the internet and now she's a big teen star. But she's really just sooo pretty, so we're just gonna keep asking her about that. Later in the show, we invite House Rep. Clarence Booth from Alabama into the studio. Booth, as you know is an anti-drinking advocate, who believes drunk people shouldn't be allowed to get married. Boo!!!!! Also on this week's show, Jason quietly files for divorce, Pat holds hands with a future Senator and we're paid a visit from our BFF, the always great, Gadget Guru Dermitt Countertop. All that and more, plus music from the Foo Fighters: this week, on America Won't Shut Up! This week's episode stars Abbi Jacobson (@abbijacobson) and Ilana Glazer (@ilazer). Be sure to check out their great web series Broad City, which is coming to Comedy Central in 2014. For now, you can catch Broad City Live each month at the UCB Theatre in NYC. Their next show is April 10th. Now we're going to go take a nap. Follow us on twitter: @thejasonflowers, @pratobrien, @taylordotbiz or you can follow the show @hashtagawsu Like us on facebook: facebook.com/americawontshutup And please email the show at americawontshutup@gmail.com

About Warning People That the Fajita Plate is Still Hot! with Ryan Williams & Karin Hammerberg

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 18:52:52 +0000

People all across the nation are going to restaurants, ordering fajitas and then when the sizzling, fajita plate arrives at their table, they are being warned that it is too hot! In the long, storied history of this show, we've never seen a fad so widespread or so delicious! To get to the bottom of this trend, we talk to a waiter at Ruby Tuesday's, Flip Wilson. Flip was recently named employee of the month and has become quite the celebrity because of his unique ability to warn people that their fajita plate is still hot. And then later in the show, we chat with the founder of FajitaFreedom.ca, Jody Foster. Jody opposes cautioning people for anything and is not the famous movie star. Also on this week's show, Jason overtips, Pat endangers his children (but in a fun way), and, our good friend, The Befuddler stops by carrying a giant sack of puzzles and riddles for us and you, the listeners at home. All that and more, plus music from the Foo Fighters: this week, on America Won't Shut Up! This week's episode stars Ryan Williams (@capnryan) and Karin Hammerberg (@karilouhamm). Be sure to check out their sketch comedy videos on Youtube by typing "The Jackets" into the search bar right there at the top of the page. Follow us on twitter: @thejasonflowers, @pratobrien, @taylordotbiz or you can follow the show @hashtagawsu Like us on facebook: facebook.com/americawontshutup And please email the show at americawontshutup@gmail.com

About Buying a Second Pair of the Same Shoes! with Steve Soroka & Dan McInerney

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 18:52:21 +0000

When it comes to buying shoes, America can't stop at just one. Nope. They're going to the store, buying one pair and then the next. Two pairs for the price of two, or if they're on sale, slightly less. Now that's a deal nobody can pass up, right? So it would seem, as this week, America just will not shut up about buying a second pair of the same shoes! To get to the bottom of this trend, we talk to shoe enthusiast, Abe Lewish Hatrick. Abe is addicted to buying a second pair of the same shoes and is here to tell his remarkable, heartbreaking story. Later in the show, we talk to Jimmy, who's been buying the same pair of shoes since the 9th grade, an unofficial Guiness world record. Also on this week's show, Jason buys some new sneaks, we learn Pat's girls have their daddy wrapped around their finger, and reporter Taylor Moore takes a look at how this trend is affecting the financial landscape in our new segment, Market Report. All that and more, plus music from the Foo Fighters. This week on America Won't Shut Up! This week's episode stars Steve Soroka (@steve_soroka) and Dan McInerney (@BigDannySmack). You can see Steve performing at both the UCB Theatre and The Pit in NYC and you can hear Dan every week on his show, The Story Song Podcast. They are both very nice men. Follow us on twitter: @thejasonflowers, @pratobrien or you can follow the show @hashtagawsu Like us on facebook: facebook.com/americawontshutup And please email the show at americawontshutup@gmail.com

About McDonald's! with Matt Fisher & Caitlin Bitzegaio

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 18:51:22 +0000

All across the country, people are driving through, walking in and scarfing down their favorite meals, as America goes absolutely crazy for a newly rediscovered, hot, cool, fast food restaurant, McDonald's. Chicken McNuggets? Yes, please! Big Macs? I sure ain't sayin' no. Supersized fries? Girl, pass those over here! To get to the bottom of this trend, we talk to a McDonald's concierge, Mr. Evelyn Rothchild. Evelyn works directly with many of Hollywood's hottest stars, and it's his job to know what McDonald's items they need for any and every occasion. Later in the show, we talk to the President of Hoagland Family Grease Farm, McDonald's largest grease supplier, Medium Hoagland. Medium talks to us about where grease comes from, but perhaps says a bit too much. Also on this week's show, Jason explains the Shamrock Shake, Pat counts to a trillion, and we introduce a brand new celebrity gossip segment, with our good friend, Vivian Queequeg. All that and more, plus music from the Foo Fighters. This week on America Won't Shut Up! This week's episode stars Matt Fisher (@fishermatt) and Caitlin Bitzegaio (@caitorade). Search for both them on the internet and you'll find lots of neat stuff, including katiefisherday.org. CHECK IT OUT! Follow us on twitter: @thejasonflowers, @pratobrien or you can follow the show @hashtagawsu Like us on facebook: facebook.com/americawontshutup Email the show at americawontshutup@gmail.com

About Tits! with Eliot Glazer & Halle Kiefer

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 18:51:04 +0000

This week, America won't shut up about tits! That's right, America is just buzzing about this hot, new trend that we know as, well, tits. From shopping malls, to office complexes, people can't get enough tits. Tits are a thing and people are talking about them, that's for sure. To get to the bottom of this trend, we talk to a specialist in the field of Tits, Tittery and Tittography, Dr. Roberto Squeef. Dr. Squeef knows tits inside and out and is here to talk clinically about why he's pursued a career in tits. Later in the show, we talk to a Tit Doctor at Josh Hopkins University, Dr. Brooke Demento. Many say that Dr. Demento's recent work is the genesis for the recent increased interest in tits. So, thank you Tit Doctor Demento. Also on this week's show, Jason is lost as he has to throw a tit-themed party for his sister-in-law, Pat remembers there being at least some tits back when he was in high school, and we're paid yet another wonderful visit from our good friend, Hank Schlitz, aka The Befuddler. All that and more, plus music from the Foo Fighters. This week on America Won't Shut Up! Our guests this week are Eliot Glazer (@eliotglazer) and Halle Kiefer (@hallekiefer). Be sure to check out Eliot's web series, Eliot's Sketchpad and Halle's monthly standup show, The Dog & Pony Show. Not only will these things make you laugh, but they'll also make your nipples hard. Follow us on twitter: @thejasonflowers, @pratobrien or you can follow the show @hashtagawsu Like us on facebook: facebook.com/americawontshutup Email the show at americawontshutup@gmail.com

About Skeletons! with Aaron Burdette & Kathy Salerno

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 18:50:46 +0000

Make no bones about it, America loves skeletons! More than Beyonce, Russian meteors, or even The 2013 Academy Awards, it seems skeletons are the one thing people just can't get enough of this week. From buying bones online to digging up your loved ones, everyone is getting on board, as this bone-chilling trend sweeps the nation! Of course, not everyone is so hot on this hot, new trend, so we invited into the studio, Ram Pamphlet. Ram, is a skeleton denier who recently founded SAG (Skeletons are Garbage), an organization that believes that skeletons and bones do not exist, even within the human body. Later in the show, we talk to a skeleton. Also on this week's show, Pat and Jason discuss their love of Bones the TV show, a loved one passes away, and we're paid another visit from our good friend and technology columnist at Parade Magazine, Gadget Guru Dermitt Countertop. All that and more, plus music from the Foo Fighters. This week on America Won't Shut Up! Our guests this week are Aaron Burdette (@aaronburdette) and Kathy Salerno (@kpartyawesome). Be sure to check them out on twitter, because it will bring happiness to your life. Follow us on twitter: @thejasonflowers, @pratobrien or you can follow the show @hashtagawsu Like us on facebook: facebook.com/americawontshutup Email the show at americawontshutup@gmail.com

About The Films of Kristy Swanson! with Dan Chamberlain & Bridey Elliot

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 18:50:31 +0000

You may remember her from all of her many classic films, or you may only remember a large handful of them, but there's no doubt in anyone's mind, that this week, you're busting out the DVDs, scanning through your Netflix queues, and flipping through those basic cable lineups to watch and enjoy the films of the great film actress, Kristy Swanson. To get to the bottom of this trend, we talk to Tom Corn, whose syndicated movie column, "Hot Buttered Tom Corn," is both wildly popular and extremely informative. Of course, as a film expert, he's here to let us know just what makes both Kristy and her films so great. After that, we'll chat with mother of two, Tricia Earwood. Now believe it or not, but Tricia isn't entirely sure who Kristy Swanson is ... I know, I know ... it's OK, she has a condition and she's here to tell us about it. Also on this week's show, Pat and Jason talk "Vampire Slaying," we "Chase" down this week's hot twitter trends, plus a little "Higher Learning" as our producer Taylor Moore files another terrific field piece. All that and more, plus music from the Foo Fighters. This week on America Won't Shut Up! Our guests this week are Dan Chamberlain (@amfmpm) and Bridey Elliot (@brideylee). Be sure to check them out on twitter if you're near a computer or a mobile phone device. Follow us on twitter: @thejasonflowers, @pratobrien or you can follow the show @hashtagawsu Like us on facebook: facebook.com/americawontshutup Email the show at americawontshutup@gmail.com

About Windows! with Cathryn Mudon & Connor Ratliff

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 18:50:14 +0000

It seems you can't go anywhere these days without someone talking about windows. At Homes, in houses, near offices and other places, everyone in America is opening them up, sticking their head out and taking a look at this hot new trend, where if you can't seem through it, it's a just a wall. To get to the bottom of this trend, we talk to a Windows Expert from Vision & Pain, Isadora Vindolph. From the frame to the glass, she's got it all covered. After that, we'll chat with Blake Levine. You may know Blake, as a former salesman for Kapital Kurtain, but you definitely know him as an outspoken window opponent. He's hear to talk why, he believes, this trend is destroying our great nation. Also on the show, we're paid another visit from our good friend, Hank Schlitz, aka The BeFuddler, we dive into the scary teenage craze of "paning, and, as always, we take a look through the glass at this week's hot twitter trends. All that and more, plus music from the Foo Fighters. This week on America Won't Shut Up! Our guests this week are Cathryn Mudon (@itsmudon) and Connor Ratliff (@connorratliff). Be sure to check out their great webseries, "I'm Too Fragile For This" available for viewing on the internet. Follow us on twitter: @thejasonflowers, @pratobrien or you can follow the show @hashtagawsu Like us on facebook: facebook.com/americawontshutup Email the show at americawontshutup@gmail.com

About Saving Seats with Your Jacket! with Shaun Diston & James Dwyer

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 18:49:59 +0000

Have someplace your planning to meet a small or large group of family or friends? Then I'm sure you're already planning to get there super early and use your coat, jacket, or lady blazer to save one, two or even seven chairs as people everywhere are just gab, gabbin' away about this fun activity! To get to the bottom of this trend, we talk to the world record holder for the most seats save with one jacket, Dorian Williams. Dorian, of course, is currently facing numerous cheating accusations, and may soon be forced to resign from the charitable organization he co-founded. We'll then talk to the founder of Sitizens Against Saving Seats (SASS), and advocate for saving seat restrictions, Josh Pigg. Josh has a quite a heartbreaking story to tell. You won't want to miss it. This week's episode also features another visit from our Gadget Guru, and Parade Magazine's technology columnist, Dermitt Countertop. If you haven't already bought a new seat saving jacket, this is the place to find a whole handful of great, sleeved options. As always, we'll have a look at this week's headlines, talk at length about people who won't just go find another seat, and, of course, music from the Foo Fighters. This week on America Won't Shut Up! Our guests this week are Shaun Diston and James Dwyer. Shaun (@shaundiston) would love for you to check out his podcast, The Shauncast, available on iTunes. James (@jamesbdwyer) doesn't really have a strong opinion either way when it comes to whether or not you check out The Shauncast. Follow us on twitter: @thejasonflowers, @pratobrien or you can follow the show @hashtagawsu Like us on facebook: facebook.com/americawontshutup Email the show at americawontshutup@gmail.com

About Talking on the Phone! with Zhubin Parang & Halle Kiefer

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 18:49:42 +0000

Be it friends, family, lovers, business associates, or even telemarketers, when you need to talk to someone, what better way than to pick up a receiver and briefly chit chat about the weather or local sports team before eventually getting to the point? The answer: No better way. Whether it's for 5 seconds or 5 hours, it seems, this week, no one can stop talking About Talking On the Phone! To get to the bottom of this trend, we talk to one of the most influential voices in 21st-century communication, Peyton Parker. Peyton, of course, is the inventor of the popular iPhone and we're very excited to talk to him about his exciting life and career. After that, we'll talk to Bethany Frankel. Bethany, as you may know, is the world record holder for the longest phone conversation in history. It goes without saying, but this girl loves to talk on the phone! This week's episode also features a field piece from our producer, Taylor Moore. Taylor will be hitting the streets to see if he, himself, can make a phone call. Can it be that easy, or is there more to this trend than meets the eye? Also on the show, we'll also have a look at this week's headlines, talk at length about the white pages, and, of course, music from the Foo Fighters. This week on America Won't Shut Up! Our guests this week are Zhubin Parang and Halle Kiefer. Zhubin (@zhubinparang) is writer for the Daily Show and can be seen around town drinking various diet sodas. Halle (@hallekiefer) hosts the monthy Dog & Pony Show at the UCB East in NYC. As of press time, no word on her soda preference. Follow us on twitter: @thejasonflowers, @pratobrien or you can follow the show @hashtagawsu Like us on facebook: facebook.com/americawontshutup Email the show at americawontshutup@gmail.com

About Regular, Plain Jeans! with Kate Riley & Brandon Gulya

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 18:49:25 +0000

They come in literally thousands of colors, styles, washes and cuts, but that's neither here, nor there. Get out of here, ultra-slim fit! Stay back, acid wash! That's right, this week, America Won't Shut Up About Regular, Plain Jeans! To get to the bottom of this trend, we go right to the top of the fashion food chain and talk to the Editor-and-Chief of Clothes Magazine, Beth Foliage. She's a true trendchaser, but more importantly, a trendsetter. Later in the show, we meet a "Regular, T-shirt and Jeans Kind of Guy," when we sit down with the very modest, Dave or Billy. He likes his jeans like he likes his coffee, whatever you're having is fine. This weeks' episode also features a visit from our good friend, and professional puzzlemaster, Hank Schlitz, aka The Befuddler. He's got some great denim riddles to get you through flu season. Of course, we'll also take a look at this week's headlines, talk extensively about pockets, and 6 or 7 other things, plus music from the Foo Fighters. This week on America Won't Shut Up! Our guests this week are Kate Riley and Brandon Gulya (@bgulya). Brandon would love for you to check out his sketch comedy team, Stone Cold Fox, Friday nights at NYC's UCB Theatre. Kate would love to know why you all think twitter is so great. Follow us on twitter: @thejasonflowers, @pratobrien or you can follow the show @hashtagawsu Like us on facebook: facebook.com/americawontshutup Email the show at americawontshutup@gmail.com

About Eggs! with Chris Gethard & Murf Meyer

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 18:49:07 +0000

They're incredible. They're edible. They're imbued with an inner layer of thin albumin. Of course, you already know all of this, because this week, America Won't Shut Up About Eggs! To get to the bottom of this trend, we cracked open a few shells and sat down with Nicholas Cicello. Believe it or not, but somehow Nicholas has made a living out of carrying around that one egg you take home for the weekend in your 8th grade Home Ec class. We'll grill him about what that's like. Also, in the studio today is Hollywood Actor, Lester Hunt. As you may or may not have heard, Lester spent a good deal of time as an egg preparing for his new film, "In Utero" which opens in theatres everywhere this Fry-day. This weeks' episode also features a visit from our good friend, and resident gadget guru, Dermitt Countertop, who has plenty of gizmos to show, and shove, into our egg-hungry mouths. We'll also take a look at this week's headlines, talk extensively about marriage, and so many much more, including music from Dave Grohl and the Foo Fighters. This week on America Won't Shut Up! Our guests this week are Chris Gethard (@chrisgethard) and Murf Meyer (@murfmeyer). Be sure to watch The Chris Gethard Show online every week at thechrisgethardshow.com. You can follow the comedy-stylings of Murf by calling him up and saying "hey, what are you up to tonight?" or by visiting thedependablefelons.com. (Pretty sure that's a website.) Follow us on twitter: @thejasonflowers, @pratobrien or you can follow the show @hashtagawsu Like us on facebook: facebook.com/americawontshutup Email the show at americawontshutup@gmail.com

About the 1997 Paula Cole Song "Where Have All the Cowboys Gone?"! with Beth Appel & Dan Black

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 18:48:08 +0000

Why don't you stay the evening? Kick back and watch the TV and I'll fix a little something to eat, because this week, America Won't Shut Up about that Paula Cole song that wasn't the theme to Dawson's Creek. To get to the bottom of this trend, we did all the laundry, while you paid all the bills. Also, we sit down with Patra Kull, the leader of a the Goners, a well-known "Where Have All the Cowboys Gone?" fan group. In addition to being one of the song's biggest fans, we circle around the idea that maybe she knows more than she's letting on. Then, later in the show, we talk to John "Dusty" Dirt, who is, well, a cowboy. We ask him, "Hey man, where'd you go?" This weeks' episode also features a field piece from our producer Taylor, who hits the streets to find out just what is making this song so popular in the new Willienium. All that and so much more, plus music from the Foo Fighters. This week on America Won't Shut Up! Our guests this week are Beth Appel (@bethappel) and Dan Black (@dblackattack). You can find both of them online, in stores and in your hearts. Follow us on twitter: @thejasonflowers, @pratobrien or follow show @hashtagawsu Like us on facebook: facebook.com/americawontshutup Email the show at americawontshutup@gmail.com

About Throwing Away Christmas Trees! with Rob Michael Hugel & Shannon Coffey

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 18:47:53 +0000

Tis the season to decorate that ol' pine and then throw it on the curb. That's right, the hottest trend in America this week is noneother than tossin' out that ol' tannenbaum. To get to the bottom of this trend, we sit down with Donald, the friendly neighborhood garbagman. No one's busier than Donald these days, but with great success come some unfortunate side effects. Then, later in the show, we speak to one of the world's strongest advocates for deceased trees, when we talk to Cat Eyebrows. Be sure to tune in, because things do not necessarily go as planned, but hey, that's radio. This weeks' episode also features a visit from our good friend, and Parade Magazine's technology columnist, Dermitt Countertop. He's here to show us a few cool new tricks and toys to help throw out your Christmas tree this year.Of course, once again we take a look at this week's news, and, as always, our twitter trend check-in of the week. All that and more than you can fit in a stocking, plus music from the Foo Fighters. This week on America Won't Shut Up! Our guests this week are Rob Michael Hugel (@robmichaelhugel) and Shannon Coffey (@coffeys). You can find them both on the internet making videos separately and together. They are great. Don't believe me? Bing dot com it. Follow us on twitter: @thejasonflowers, @pratobrien or the show @hashtagawsu Like us on facebook: facebook.com/americawontshutup Email the show at americawontshutup@gmail.com

About Earrings for Men! with Dom Manzolillo & Zack Poitras

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 18:47:33 +0000

Wanna look like a stud? Well, try getting one of them. This week, America Won't Shut Up about Earrings for Men. And why should they? To get to the bottom of this trend and figure out just why it's so great, we sit down with cool guy, Lou Del Mar. Lou is a man who gets an earring every ten years, and man is he cool. Then, later in the show, we talk to international ear model, Brian Lunk. Brian travels the world wearing earrings. Aren't you excited to learn more. This weeks' episode also features a visit from our good friend Hank Schlitz, aka The Befuddler, here with puzzles and riddles for Pat and Jason to solve about Earrings for Men. We take a look at this week's news, and, of course, our twitter trend check-in of the week. All that and so much more, plus music from the Foo Fighters. This week on America Won't Shut Up! Our guests this week are Dom Manzolillo (@DomManzolillo) and Zack Poitras (@bigzackpoitras). Follow them both on twitter, because they would probably follow you if you asked. Follow us on twitter: @thejasonflowers, @pratobrien Like us on facebook: facebook.com/americawontshutup Email the show at americawontshutup@gmail.com

About Soda from Cans! with Moujan Zolfaghari & Arthur Meyer

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 18:47:17 +0000

Nobody likes soda from bottles anymore. It's gross. It's yucky. We hate it. And so do you. Cans are the best. Done. Simple. Case closed. This season, you don't want to be caught dead drinking anything but soda from a can. But to figure out just where this trend came from and where exactly where it's headed, we sit down with a soda can designer from the world-famous, Cannotive, as we talk to Lorainne Cole. In addition to being a designer, Lorraine is a bit of a historian on soda cans and boy, do we have questions. Then, later in the show, we talk to talk to probably the biggest opponent of soda from cans, Gregory Binch. Gregory, as you probably know, is the founder of Soda Cant, an activist group fighting for other forms of soda containment. Also on this week's show, we're paid another visit from Parade Magazine's gadget guru, and our good friend, Dermot Countertop. Dermot has a lot of great things to show us, we just hope there's enough time. Plus, Pat and Jason mention their family members. All that and so much more, plus music from the Foo Fighters. This week on America Won't Shut Up! Our guests this week are Moujan Zolfaghari (@zolfatron) and Arthur Meyer (@arthurmeyer13). You can watch videos from Moujan's group Horse+Horse at horseplushorse.tumblr.com. Alongside John Haskell, Arthur can be seen performing in the comedy group Two Fun Men. Search for them on the internet. You can search for anything on the internet. It's really great. Follow us on twitter @hashtagawsu Like us on facebook: facebook.com/americawontshutup Email the show at americawontshutup@gmail.com

About Having Two Roommates! with Michael Hartney & Halle Kiefer

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 18:47:01 +0000

Ricky Martin said it best when he sang, "Nobody wants to be lonely." And someone else said it best when they were like, "Nobody wants to split the cable bill less than three ways." And this week, everyone finally put two and two together and now just keeps on talking about how great it is to share your home with someone else. And also someone else. To really get to the bottom of this trend, we sit down with a trailblazer in his field, professional third roommate, Cutter McGraw. We talk to Cutter about what it really takes to be whoever someone else needs you to be. Then, later in the show, we talk to blogger, Denise Richardson. Denise runs the popular advice blog, Fourway.com, which gives tips and tricks on how to have a three-way with your two roommates. Also on this week's show, we discuss Jonathan Franzen's new book, It Takes Three, with our culture critic and Professor of Studies at Loyola University, Teeny Walthers. All that and more, plus music from the Foo Fighters. This week on America Won't Shut Up! Our guests this week are Michael Hartney (@MichaelHartney) and Halle Kiefer (@HalleKiefer). You can see Michael perform every month as a member of the UCB sketch team, The Prom. Halle can be found spreading awesomeness on the internet at hallekiefer.tumblr.com. Both of them also do numerous other things. Google it. Follow us on twitter @hashtagawsu Like us on facebook: facebook.com/americawontshutup Email the show at americawontshutup@gmail.com

About Visiting! with Andrew Law & Casey Jost

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 18:46:45 +0000

Whether it's stopping by a coworker's house to meet their new dog, or hanging out with your mother-in-law for the better part of a weekend, this week, America Won't Shut About Visiting! To get to the bottom of this trend, we have a very special treat and a radio first. Jason's old friend, Gary Sneeze, drops by to just visit the studio. We ask him what it's like, what he's up to and whether we can get him anything. Then, later in the show, we're very excited to get to talk to a Professor of Visiting at SUNY Colorado, Vurt Magiq. Also on this week's show, Pat and Jason discuss their favorite hard candies and we're paid a visit from our favorite professional puzzler, Hank Schlitz, aka The Befuddler. And as always, we take a look at this week's top stories and twitter trends. All that, plus music from the Foo Fighters. Our guests this week are Andrew Law (@lawslawblog) and Casey Jost (@caseyjost). Be sure to check out Andrew's upcoming webseries, I Law New York. Casey Jost, of course, hosts "Foolin' Around with Casey Jost" the first Sunday of every month at The Pit in NYC. Follow us on twitter @hashtagawsu Like us on facebook: facebook.com/americawontshutup Email the show at americawontshutup@gmail.com

About Not Helping! with Dan Klein & Kelly Hudson

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 18:46:29 +0000

Trends come and go. Obviously, it's the very definition of a trend. This week's biggest trend for some reason is Not Helping. You want to know more? Go ask someone else. I'm certainly not gonna help. Kidding! Just listen to this week's episode! (See what we did there?) To get to the bottom of this trend, we'll first sit down with Rat DeLogan, though we're not sure how much good that will do, as he's recently been named the least helpful man in the country. Then, later in the show, we'll learn about the popular reverse-charity, the Not Gonna Help Ya Cross, as we talk to it's President and CEO, Philly Seedy. Also on this week's show, Pat and Jason refuse to help each other host the show. We're blessed with another visit from Parade Magazine's technology columnist, and our resident Gadget Guru, Dermot Countertop. And as always, we take a look at this week's top stories and twitter trends. All that, plus music from the Foo Fighters. Our guests this week are Dan Klein (@danklein_is_fat) and Kelly Hudson (@citizenhudson). You can learn more about both of them rather easily by typing their name into an internet search engine. America Won't Shut Up proudly endorses both google and bing. If you rather not do that, check out their webseries Rejected Pitches on the Above Average Youtube channel and be sure to check out fudsmenu.com to learn more about whatever that is. Follow us on twitter @hashtagawsu Like us on facebook: facebook.com/americawontshutup Email the show at americawontshutup@gmail.com

About Smoking! with Arthur Meyer & Carlotta Craig

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 18:46:11 +0000

Since the dawn of time, if you wanted to be cool, you smoked cigarettes. Unfortunately, over the last couple decades, some people and doctors convinced us that smoking is somehow NOT cool. This week, America finally said, "We're ready to smoke again! Smoking is Cool! AND THAT'S A FACT!" To get to the bottom of this trend, we'll first sit down with smoking historian and author of the new book, "Smoke: A People's History of Smoking," Professor Emeritus at Darmouth College, Nathan Garbage-Trash. Then, later in the show, we'll talk to teacher, mother, blogger and an expert on the art of picking up smoking again, Carlotta Craig. Also on this week's show, Jason shares some of his many past attempts at being cool, while Pat talks about his decision to not let his four-year-old daughter smoke. Of course, we have another visit from our puzzling friend, The Befuddler. And as always, we take a look at this week's top stories and twitter trends. All that, plus music from the Foo Fighters. This week, on America Won't Shut Up! Our guests this week are Arthur Meyer (@arthurmeyer13) and Carlotta Craig (marlboromom.blogspot.com). Arthur is a writer on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon which airs weeknights on NBC. Carlotta Craig is a fictional, racist character. Follow us on twitter @hashtagawsu Like us on facebook: facebook.com/americawontshutup Email the show at americawontshutup@gmail.com

About Fighting! with Josh Lay & Cory Cavin

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 18:45:57 +0000

Throughout this entire election season, Americans have all been able to agree on one thing. We love Fighting! In fact, we can't shut up about it. But why? To get to the bottom of this trend, we'll first sit down with world-renowned arguing expert , Rick, as he teaches us some of the philosophy behind his motto, "Take It. Mistake It. Break It." Then, later in the show, we'll talk to martial arts expert, and master of restraint, Mr. Buck Chassis. As always, we take a look at this week's twitter trends and report on the nation's top stories. And who knows, maybe there'll even be a dog fight. All that, plus music from the Foo FIGHTers. Assuming they show up, that is. This week, on America Won't Shut Up! Our guests this week are Josh Lay (@joshlay) and Cory Cavin (@corycavin). You can find them online, blogging for Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, or check out their webseries, Model Wife at modelwifeshow.com. Follow us on twitter @hashtagawsu Like us on facebook: facebook.com/americawontshutup Email the show at americawontshutup@gmail.com

About Going Outside with Wet Hair! with Sam West & Alison Rich

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 18:45:40 +0000

Every once in a while, a hairstyle comes along that defines a generation. It changes people's habits and behaviors, their attitudes and priorities. This week on America Won't Shut Up, we talk about, you guessed it, Going Outside with Wet Hair! To get to the bottom of this trend, we'll first sit down with teenage, YouTube-sensation Walker Tyler, as he shares what it's like to be the biggest celebrity to emerge from this wet hair phenomenon, and perhaps the biggest reason for it's pervasiveness. Then we'll talk to celebrity wet hair stylist and star of the Logo 2 reality show, "Spanish Wet Heads," Paz Fuentes. She's got a lot to say, and we're ready to listen. We'll also be paid a visit from our old riddling friend, The Befuddler. He's here with a handful of puzzles to keep you wondering. And, of course, we have breaking news about the 29 workers trapped inside a Minneapolis office building with dry hair. All that, plus music from the Foo Fighters. This week, on America Won't Shut Up! Our guests this week are Sam West (@SWestKing) and Alison Rich (@alisonisrich). Follow us on twitter @hashtagawsuLike us on facebook: facebook.com/americawontshutupEmail the show at americawontshutup@gmail.com

About Having Been on The Mickey Mouse Club! with Nicole Byer & Sasheer Zamata

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 18:45:17 +0000

For years, superstars like Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera, Ryan Gosling, Justin Timberlake and so many more have been speaking fondly, and endlessly, about their childhood years spent on Disney's The Mickey Mouse Club. Well, now everyone else in America has decided to hop on the ol' memory train and talk about their time spent on the popular kids program. Our guests this week are Susan C. Anthony and Beady Tumblr, both former stars on The Disney Channel's The All-New Mickey Mouse Club. We'll talk to them about the audition process, some of their favorite recurring sketches and what Justin Timberlake was really like as a kid. We'll also be paid a visit from our good friend and Parade Magazine's Gadget Guru, Dermot Countertop. He'll show us all the new tools and toys to help tell people that you were once on The Mickey Mouse Club. Of course, we'll also take a look at how all these Ears are affecting twitter trends and the nation's headlines. All that, plus music from a great band of former Mouseketeers, the Foo Fighters. This week, on America Won't Shut Up! Our guests this week are Nicole Byer (@nicolebyer) and Sasheer Zamata (@thesheertruth). Follow us on twitter @hashtagawsu Email the show at americawontshutup@gmail.com

About Playing with Tape! with Casey Donahue & Halle Kiefer

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 18:44:48 +0000

If you're like us, this week you're having a hard time sleeping, because America just will not shut up about Playing with Tape! On today's episode, we talk to the CEO of Adhesives United, Tape Davidson. And if you think this guy is your typical CEO, guess again. Of course, we'll also take a look at the downside of this trend, when we talk to Myst Stiffman, who despite being a nice person, now looks like an androgynous gremlin due to the effects of years of playing with tape abuse. We're once again paid a visit from our good ol' puzzling friend, The Befuddler. And as always, we'll take a look at the nation's headlines and check in on the wonderful world of twitter. All that, plus music from the Foo Fighters. This week on America Won't Shut Up! Our guests this week are Casey Donahue (thecaseydonahue.com) and Halle Kiefer (hallekiefer.tumblr.com). Follow us on twitter @hashtagawsuEmail the show at americawontshutup@gmail.com

About Buying in Bulk! with Steve Soroka & Mamrie Hart

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 18:44:31 +0000

Paper towels. Athletic socks. DVD-RWs. This week, America is absolutely in love with Buying in Bulk! On today's show, we'll be talking to farmer and Buying-in-Bulk guru, Clyde "Bird" Jessup, as well as Buying-in-Bulk Teen Queen, Presley Cat Stevens. Of course, we'll also be looking into how this trend is affecting America's news and its people, as we send our field reporter, Taylor Moore, right into the heart of one our nation's many wonderful, Costco-like wholesale clubs. All that, plus music from the Foo Fighters. This week, on America Won't Shut Up! Our guests this week are Steve Soroka (@steve_soroka) and Mamrie Hart (@mametown). This week's fieldpiece features performances by Ryan Williams (@capnryan) and Georgia Clark (@kudzoolovesyou).You should google all of them, because they are geniuses. Follow us on twitter @hashtagawsu Email the show at americawontshutup@gmail.com

About Fun! with Tom Reynolds & Tim Daniels

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 18:44:12 +0000

Whether it's parties, water slides or playing hoops, this week America just wants to have fun. And sometimes the best way to do that is to just talk about it. Talk about Fun! On today's episode, we talk to Dr. Roger L. Phun, a Professor of Fun at the University of Missouri, and Greg T'Shirtcannon, who was recently named America's #1 Fun Guy. Of course, we'll dive into today's headlines and our field reporter Taylor Moore interviews a couple young Americans about what it's like to have fun in the 21st century. All that, plus music from the Foo Fighters. This week on America Won't Shut Up! Our guests this week are Tom Reynolds (@tomreynolds) and Tim Daniels (@yourpaltim).You can listen to their podcast, The Complete Guide to Everything at tcgte.com Follow us on twitter @hashtagawsu Email the show at americawontshutup@gmail.com

About Moving! with Natasha Rothwell & Justin Akin

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 18:43:58 +0000

UHaul! Packing Peanuts! Tape! It goes without saying, Moving is on the mind of America. On this week's show we talk to professional, cross-country mover, Amanda "Peanut" Thompson, and then things get contentious when we talk to the Chairman of Men Against Moving, Stan Sitwell. Of course, we'll also take a look at this week's trends and headlines and we're paid a visit from our old pal, The Befuddler. All that, plus music from the Foo Fighters, this week on America Won't Shut Up! This week's episode stars, Natasha Rothwell (@delicate_faith) and Justin Akin (@idointernet). Follow us on twitter @hashtagAWSU Email the show at americawontshutup@gmail.com

About Rollerblading to School! with Sam West & Diana Kolsky

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 18:43:38 +0000

On today's show, we'll sit down with teenage, YouTube-sensation Walker Tyler, as he shares what it's like to be the biggest celebrity to emerge from this phenomenon. And then we'll talk to bus driver and Desert Storm vet, Deb Sloppe, who talks about how this trend might affect someone who literally CAN'T rollerblade to school. Of course, our field reporter, Taylor Moore, heads out of the studio yet again to visit with Reb Doslich, a master rollerbade craftsman. All that, plus music from the Foo Fighters. This week on America Won't Shut Up! This week's episode stars Sam West (@SWestKing) and Diana Kolsky (@DianimalK), with a special appearance by Frank Hejl (@frankhejl) Follow us on twitter @hashtagAWSU Email the show at americawontshutup@gmail.com

About The Year 2015! with Halle Kiefer & Ken Beck

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 18:43:20 +0000

The countdown is on as everyone's favorite year is now just a mere three years away. We'll talk to numerologist Donna Burkle, who will be tell us what we can expect in the world of pop culture in 2015. And then we'll sit down with Clement Fortmouth, host of the controversial radio show, Valid Points, as he shares a few of his theories. Plus, we'll send our field reporter, Taylor Moore, out on the streets to see how the young people are embracing this hot new fad. All that, plus music from the Foo Fighters. This week on America Won't Shut Up! This week's episode stars Halle Kiefer (@hallekiefer) and Ken Beck (@kenbeckinternet), with a special appearance by Riley Soloner (@robotriley).Follow us on twitter @hashtagAWSU

About Home Alone! with Phil Jackson & Langan Kingsley

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 18:43:04 +0000

This week we're talking about, you guessed it, Home Alone. The 1990 family film has come back in a big way in 2012. We've got the REAL Kevin McAllister on the show today talking about the story behind the story and what it's like to be living at the center of the American cultural whirlwind, Delores Pearl Cous-Cous disects the film's impact on parenting and kids, and a field report from a school where Home Alone dominates campus life. All that plus your top search terms from the week, and of course all the up to date headlines from here in Home Alone-aville. Keep the change ya filthy animal! This week's episode stars Phil Jackson (@PhilAugustaJ) and Langan Kingsley (@thisislangan). Follow us on twitter @hashtagAWSU Email the show at americawontshutup@gmail.com