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Thomas Lennon w/ Sam Morril & Mark Normand – We Might Be Drunk Podcast

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🔗 Mark Normand🔗 Sam Morril🔗 Thomas Lennon Podcast name: We Might Be Drunk Podcast Episode title: Thomas Lennon w/ Sam Morril & Mark Normand – We Might Be Drunk Podcast YouTube URL: https://youtu.be/Huc6sukpjEg?si=MH5lbzT4V9bKfsIK TRUE video duration: 1:26:04 Last transcript timestamp used: 01:25:54 Transcript status: ✅ Full 1. QUICK REFERENCE BOX Top 5 Book/Album Recommendations: Best of Bob Newhart 🔗 Amazon Search 🔗 The Office Book Top 5 Product/Tool Recommendations: Willie’s Remedy Plus 🔗 Amazon Search 🔗 Amazon Search 6. PRODUCTS & SERVICES Willie’s Remedy Plus (Beverage / THC Tonic) 🔗 Amazon Search, [01:12:19] Sub-topics: Origins of The State at NYU, pushing back against SNL’s format, transition to Reno 911!. Related: Sketch comedy in the 90s. Why it came up: Reviewing a cast photo of the group. The State MTV 14. QUESTIONS & DISCUSSION THREADS Question: “What made you want to class it up and write a musical for Trading Places?” Asked by: Mark Normand [00:21] Answered: Lennon explained a producer who owned Final Draft approached him with the idea 7-8 years ago. Question: “Was it a party at Eddie Murphy’s?” Asked by: Sam Morril [00:57] Answered: Fully answered. It was a quiet work session, heavily guarded by armed security. ⭐ Question: “What’s it like going in character to Comic-Con?” Asked by: Nick Swardson (via text to host) [16:40] Answered: Fully answered. Lennon discussed double-bagging his underwear and dealing with handsy older women. Question: “How do they decide that a movie from 30 years ago will make money on Broadway?” Asked by: Mark Normand [36:55] Answered: Deflected slightly; Lennon jokes about the flying mechanics and homoerotic undertones of Lost Boys instead of the financial mechanics. 15. STORIES, ANECDOTES & CASE STUDIES The Fortress of Eddie Murphy Who told it & Timestamp: Thomas Lennon [03:04] Summary: Lennon and his writing partner arrived at Eddie Murphy’s house to work on a script. They had to pass multiple Jurassic Park-sized gates guarded by men with hands on Glocks, forcing them to literally pitch the movie plot to the security guards to gain entry. Key Characters: Thomas Lennon, Eddie Murphy’s Security. Lesson/Insight: The unbelievable isolation of mega-fame in the 1980s/90s. The Quibi Failure Who told it & Timestamp: Thomas Lennon [01:05:24] Summary: Lennon and Marino pitched a show to Quibi. They were passed on, and Quibi revealed they weren’t trying to beat Netflix, but YouTube, which Lennon immediately recognized as an impossible task given YouTube’s massive market share. Key Characters: Thomas Lennon, Quibi Executives. Lesson/Insight: Misunderstanding market competitors leads to catastrophic failure. Rodman and Weird Al Who told it & Timestamp: Thomas Lennon [46:53] Summary: Lennon hung out with Dennis Rodman, Weird Al Yankovic, and Jared Padalecki. He notes that Rodman at 67 still acts exactly like his 90s persona. Key Characters: Dennis Rodman, Weird Al Yankovic. Lesson/Insight: Some people truly never change. 16. ARGUMENTS, POSITIONS & DEBATES Position: YouTube is impossible to compete against for traditional streaming platforms. Who holds it: Thomas Lennon [01:06:32] Evidence/Reasoning: YouTube accounts for 13% of all US television screening, blowing Netflix out of the water. User-generated content scales infinitely compared to studio-produced content. Speaker’s Stance: Strongly agrees. Position: Modern streaming shows are poorly paced (“Spacing”). Who holds it: Thomas Lennon [01:07:39] Evidence/Reasoning: Shows are stretched out to 10 hours simply to fulfill episode orders, destroying narrative tightness. Speaker’s Stance: Strongly agrees. 17. PROBLEMS, SOLUTIONS & FRAMEWORKS Problem: Getting network attention for a weird comedy idea. Solution: Stop pitching scripts. Go out, film the sketches with your friends, and hand the network a finished tape. (How The State got on MTV). [01:13:55] Problem: Surviving fan conventions in very short shorts. Solution: Wear double underwear to avoid accidental exposure or “dribble” while interacting with overly enthusiastic fans. [19:02] Problem: Protecting mental health against constant Hollywood rejection. Solution: “Diversifying heartbreak.” Write novels, act, write scripts, do standup. Spread the risk across different mediums so one failure doesn’t ruin your year. [01:03:10] 18. TANGENTS & CONNECTIONS The Richard Gere / Dave Thomas Urban Legends Triggered by: Discussing apocryphal rumors about Eddie Murphy in an elevator. Start & Return: [31:01] to [34:51] Key Points: They spiral into talking about pre-internet rumors, gerbils, and looking up Charles Laughton’s Wikipedia page to see if he ate poop sandwiches. Nested Tangents: Looking up Danny Thomas’s real birth name. 19. AFFILIATE CLIPS (Short-Form Video Opportunities) Clip 1: Surviving Comic Con in Booty Shorts Transcript: “If you’re going to a fan convention, be the impulse buy… I wear two sets of underwear… you don’t want a ball hanging…” Timestamp: [17:21] – [19:11] Category: Comedy / Halloween Suggested Affiliate: 🔗 Spirit Halloween Costume Hook: “How Lieutenant Dangle survives Comic-Con…” Earning Potential: High (Costume sales). Clip 2: Pitching to Eddie Murphy’s Armed Guards Transcript: “We get to the gate and the guy has his hand on his Glock… they’re like ‘What are you doing here?’ and we have to pitch the script to the security guard.” Timestamp: [03:04] – [04:10] Category: Hollywood Lore Suggested Affiliate: 🔗 Final Draft Software Hook: “We had to pitch our movie to Eddie Murphy’s armed guards.” Earning Potential: Medium (Software/Book sales).   “Comments on a Comedy Clinic with Thomas Lennon” 1. Overall Comment Summary Viewers are overwhelmingly positive about this episode, with many calling Thomas Lennon one of the best and most underused guests the show has had. The dominant sentiment is that the conversation is fast, joke-dense, and full of great behind‑the‑scenes Hollywood and comedy stories that showcase Lennon’s sharp wit and the hosts’ chemistry. A smaller subset of commenters focus on specific bits (celebrity myths, Matthew Perry stories, Reno 911!, The State) and quote lines they found especially hilarious, reinforcing how memorable the episode is for long‑time comedy fans. Overall tone: highly engaged, enthusiastic, and appreciative of the guest choice. 2. Key Themes & Audience Insights Most praised aspects of the episode Thomas Lennon’s comedic timing, storytelling, and ability to riff non‑stop with Mark and Sam, with several viewers saying he “crushed” and should be back again. The deep dive into Hollywood and

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Mark Normand & Sam Morril – We Might Be Drunk Podcast – May 18, 2026

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🎤 Mark Normand🎤 Sam Morril We Might Be Drunk · Mark Normand & Sam Morril · May 18, 2026 · ~1h 30m 1. QUICK REFERENCE BOX ▶ Watch on YouTube Top 5 book recommendations with timestamps and 🔗 Life Is Short (Martin Short documentary context; likely tie-in to Martin Short’s memoir “I Must Say: My Life as a Humble Comedy Legend”) — discussed around 51:50–52:40YouTube🔗 Amazon The Jinx (true-crime doc; mentioned alongside Capturing the Friedmans and The Staircase as essential viewing) — 44:40–45:30YouTube🔗 Amazon Capturing the Friedmans (true-crime documentary) — 44:55–45:25YouTube🔗 Amazon The Staircase (true-crime series) — 45:00–45:35YouTube🔗 Amazon Queen’s Gambit (referenced as “that chess show”) — 47:35–48:05YouTube🔗 Amazon Top 5 product/tool recommendations with timestamps and 🔗 Willie’s Remedy Plus THC social tonic — ad read 31:32–33:05YouTube🔗 Amazon Pestie home pest control kit — ad read 33:05–34:20YouTube🔗 Amazon Hims ED/hair-loss/weight-loss telehealth service — ad read 34:44–36:10YouTube🔗 Amazon IQBAR protein bars, IQ Mix hydration, IQ Joe mushroom coffee — ad read 36:37–38:06YouTube🔗 Amazon Bodega Cat Whiskey — discussed multiple times as their whiskey brand, and as being poured at the Netflix festival — 9:40–10:00, 32:46–33:00, 1:25:40–1:26:20YouTube🔗 Amazon All guests with primary contact link/website Sam Morril — co-host, stand-up comedian. Sam Morril (tickets via PunchUp)YouTube Mark Normand — co-host, stand-up comedian. Mark NormandYouTube 3 best quotes (exact wording) “Racism in the right context is hilarious.” — ~25:37 ⭐YouTube “I just farted. No one caught it.” — ~1:22:55YouTube “You want a guy who can beat you up, but won’t.” — ~1:00:58YouTube Sponsors/affiliates mentioned (with offers and links) Willie’s Remedy Plus — “Willie Nelson’s THC infused social tonic… use code WMBBD for 20% off your first order plus free shipping on orders over 95 bucks” — Drink Willies 🔗YouTube Pestie — “Customized kit based on where you live… go to pestie.com/mightbedrunk for an extra 10% off your order” — Pestie 🔗YouTube Hims — “Simple online access to personalized affordable care for ED, hair loss, weight loss, and more… visit Hims.com/DRUNK” — Hims 🔗YouTube IQBAR — “Text DRUNK to 64,000 to get 20% off all IQBAR products, plus free shipping” — IQBAR 🔗YouTube Bodega Cat Whiskey — their own whiskey brand, promoted as something fans can order and bars can stock; no direct discount code stated in this episode, but clear affiliate opportunity. 🔗 AmazonYouTube You’ll love this episode if you’re interested in… Roast culture and Comedy Central/Netflix roastsYouTube Inside stories from the Netflix Is A Joke festivalYouTube Travel disasters and passport screwupsYouTube David Cross, fart humor, and podcast tensionYouTube Seinfeld, Curb Your Enthusiasm, and comedy legend gossipYouTube Action movies, Keanu Reeves, and aging action heroesYouTube Most Searched For (with search links) Netflix Roast of Kevin HartYouTube Jerry Seinfeld private jet storyYouTube Mark NormandYouTube Shane Gillis Lizo beached jokeYouTube Martin Short Life Is Short documentaryYouTube Keanu Reeves best action movies Point Break Speed John Wick MatrixYouTube Total count summary (based on visible transcript portion) Total count summary: ≥5 books/docs · ≥10 products/services · ≥40 people · ≥40 concepts/segments (exact global counts cannot be guaranteed due to partial transcript)YouTube 2. EPISODE OVERVIEW ▶ Watch on YouTube Episode title & number “Wild Weekend in LA — Mark Normand & Sam Morril – We Might Be Drunk Podcast” — no explicit episode number given.YouTube Hosts & guests Sam Morril — stand-up comedian, co-host of We Might Be Drunk, talking about the Netflix festival, roasts, and travel chaos.YouTube Mark Normand — stand-up comedian, co-host, sharing stories about forgetting his passport, drug runs, fart controversies, and comedy gossip.YouTube Approximate duration 1:30:10 total runtime; transcript used is near-complete but verified as ⚠️ PARTIAL.YouTube Episode summary Sam and Mark debrief a chaotic Netflix festival weekend in LA, including celebrity-packed brunches, a near-miss Seinfeld private-jet invite, and a brutal passport screwup that forced a red-eye dash home before a Canadian casino gig.YouTube They break down the Kevin Hart Netflix roast, debate roast culture past and present, dig into David Cross’s outrage over Mark’s farts, and riff on horror movies, true crime, Mad Men, and the bizarre appeal of aging action heroes like Keanu and Denzel.YouTube 5–7 key themes Netflix festival chaos: brunch with comedy royalty, group-photo politics, and celebrity interactions.YouTube Roast culture: Kevin Hart roast, Big Jay’s performance, Shane Gillis’s jokes, and how roasts have changed.YouTube Travel and passport disasters: Mark forgetting his passport, drug-fueled redeye, and Casino Rama grind.YouTube Fart humor vs. “serious comedy”: David Cross, Nate Bargatze, Anthony Jeselnik, and where comics draw the line.YouTube Horror, true crime, and relationship dynamics: watching The Witch, The Jinx, The Staircase, and how partners react.YouTube Action movie legends and aging heroes: Keanu’s catalog vs. Stallone and Denzel; American obsession with older action leads.YouTube 3. TIMESTAMP DIRECTORY (Using major visible chapter headings and clear shifts; times are approximate from embedded timestamps.) [00:00:06] — Wild weekend in LA opens — Sam and Mark come in mid-story about LA photographers and immediately pivot into recap of the Netflix festival weekend. ⭐YouTube [00:00:32] — Heavy drinking and packed schedule — Podcasts, shows, and the Netflix brunch setup.YouTube [00:00:51] — Netflix brunch: Sarandos, tent, and food — Meeting Ted Sarandos, praising the setup while trashing the menu.YouTube [00:01:24] — Fried chicken, waffles, and pandering menu — Jokes about stereotypical menu items and grape soda.YouTube [00:01:30] — “Who’s who” of comedy at brunch — Letterman, Eddie Murphy, Sandler, Seinfeld, Rock, Chappelle, clique dynamics, and high-school social vibe.YouTube [00:02:10] — Group photo drama — Comics jockeying for photo position, Mark proudly being in the far corner.YouTube [00:03:00] — Climbers and social climbers — Mocking the “climbers” inching forward for relevance; light bodega/booze riff.YouTube [00:03:40] — Spotting comics in the photo — Ronnie Chieng, David Spade, Fahim Anwar, Jeff Garlin, Jelly Roll, Bill Simmons, and dog-fighting bleacher joke about Sarandos’s yard.YouTube [00:04:30] — Jerry Seinfeld “not funny” bomb — Mark mis-introduces Janelle James as “Monique,” Jerry responds “That’s not funny,” and they frame it as brotherly ribbing. ⭐YouTube [00:05:05] — Seinfeld wife private jet offer — Jerry’s wife invites Sam and Mark on the private jet, confusion over whether it’s an

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Kevin Nealon – Mark Normand and Sam Morril – We Might Be Drunk Podcast

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🔗 Mark Normand🔗 Sam Morril🔗 Kevin Nealon 1. QUICK REFERENCE BOX Top 5 Book Recommendations:1. Boston bartender guide by Amazon → 01:03] — 🔗 2. Book of rope knots by Amazon → 23:12] — 🔗 3. The Shining by Stephen King 01:13:08] — 🔗 Shop on Amazon2. Take Ultra Pouches 26:26] — 🔗 Shop on Amazon4. Shopify 29:31] — 🔗 Shop on Amazon5. George Foreman Grill 31:40] — 🔗 Shop on Amazon Guests: Kevin Nealon (Website: Kevin Nealon) 3 Best Quotes:1. ⭐ “Do you ever have anybody at a uh you go up to a bartender say ‘Dude you over served me.’ Is that like the weakest kind of like excuse for being drunk and out of control?” — Kevin Nealon 00:18]2. ⭐ “My biggest fear is that Gary Shandling will spend the rest of eternity with his mother now.” — Kevin Nealon 01:09:08]3. ⭐ “If the slightest amount of turbulence she like grabs my hand and hyperventilating you know… so it’s like the plane could be upside down and would still be reading.” — Kevin Nealon 20:20] Every Sponsor/Affiliate Mentioned:1. Fabletics 25:04] — 70% to 80% off as a new VIP at fabletics.com/wmbbd (🔗 Shop on Amazon3. MarsMen 27:58] — 50% off for life plus three free gifts at mengotomars.com (🔗 Shop on Amazon4. Shopify 29:31] — $1 per month at shopify.com/drunk (🔗 Shop on Amazon You’ll love this episode if you’re interested in…Old Hollywood, Saturday Night Live History, Comedy Craft, Garry Shandling, Stand-up Lore Most Searched For: Kevin Nealon Garry Shandling basketball games Hans and Franz movie script Jack Nicholson dating history Total count summary: 3 books · 24 products · 136 people · 7 concepts 2. EPISODE OVERVIEW Episode title & number: Kevin Nealon – Mark Normand & Sam Morril – We Might Be Drunk Podcast [UNCONFIRMED EPISODE NUMBER] Host(s) & guest(s): Host Mark Normand (Wikipedia) — Stand-up comedian and podcaster known for his rapid-fire joke delivery. Host Sam Morril (Wikipedia) — Stand-up comedian and co-host of We Might Be Drunk. Guest Kevin Nealon (Wikipedia) — Legendary comedian and actor, nine-season cast member of Saturday Night Live, and star of Weeds. Approximate duration: 1:29:12 Episode summary: Kevin Nealon joins Mark and Sam to share incredible behind-the-scenes stories spanning his early days bartending at the Improv to his extensive run on SNL and the star-studded basketball games at Garry Shandling’s house. The trio dives deep into comedy history, dissects celebrity dating track records, and trades jokes in a classic, joke-heavy hang. Key themes: The 1980s Los Angeles comedy scene (The Improv and The Comedy Store). The grueling, competitive writing process behind SNL’s Weekend Update. The idiosyncratic personalities of comedy legends like Andy Kaufman, Norm Macdonald, and Garry Shandling. Navigating Hollywood parties, private jets, and surreal celebrity encounters. A deep dive into hilariously extensive celebrity dating histories.   3. TIMESTAMP DIRECTORY [00:00:12] — Introductions and Bartending — Discussing Kevin’s early days bartending at the Improv. [00:04:06] — Transition to SNL — Kevin reflects on his nine-year run on Saturday Night Live. [00:07:35] — Writing for Weekend Update — The brutal Saturday morning joke-writing process. [00:10:45] — The Subliminal Man — Origin story of Kevin’s famous character. [00:14:01] — The Worst SNL Hosts — Discussing Nancy Reagan and Steven Seagal. ⭐ [00:17:25] — Garry Shandling Mentorship — Kevin shares stories about writing jokes with Shandling. [00:20:20] — Fear of Flying — Exchanging stories about plane crashes, turbulence, and Sully. [00:25:04] — Sponsor Reads — Fabletics, Take Ultra, MarsMen, Shopify. [00:30:48] — George Foreman and SNL Hosts — Discussing Foreman’s grill and Robert Mitchum’s appearance. [00:34:25] — Phil Hartman Memories — Remembering the genius and versatility of Phil Hartman. [00:36:58] — Norm Macdonald Stories — Gambling debts and Norm’s unique unpredictability. [00:46:16] — The Unmade Hans & Franz Movie — The story of writing a script with Arnold Schwarzenegger. ⭐ [00:49:20] — Post-SNL Sitcoms — Reflecting on Champs and Hiller and Diller. [00:55:22] — Influences and Joke Writing — Discussing comedy heroes and the struggle of remembering jokes in the middle of the night. [00:59:19] — Meeting Paul McCartney — A surreal encounter at the SNL 50th reunion. [01:04:42] — Garry Shandling’s Basketball Games — Playing pickup with Adam Sandler, George Clooney, and David Duchovny. ⭐ [01:09:45] — AI Assessing Looks — Reading ChatGPT’s brutal reviews of Kevin and Sam’s appearances. [01:13:19] — Celebrity Dating Rankings — A long tangent scrolling through the dating histories of Jack Nicholson, Warren Beatty, and Leonardo DiCaprio. [01:21:40] — Upcoming Tour Dates — Kevin, Sam, and Mark plug their upcoming shows and projects. 4. PEOPLE MENTIONED Kevin Nealon — Guest, comedian, SNL alumnus. 00:12], 46:11], 01:21:40]. Wikipedia 🔗 Kevin Nealon&tag=wmbdpod-20″ target=”_blank”>Shop on Amazon Mark Normand — Host, comedian. 00:12], 01:26:42]. Wikipedia 🔗 Shop on Amazon Robin Williams — Late comedian and actor. 00:54], 01:46]. Wikipedia Andy Kaufman — Late avant-garde comedian. 00:54], 02:42], 03:06], 01:01:55]. Wikipedia Timothy Leary — Psychologist and author. 01:34]. Wikipedia Roy Scheider — Late actor. 01:40], 01:46]. Wikipedia Bob Fosse — Late director and choreographer. 01:40]. Wikipedia Richard Lewis — Late comedian. 01:52], 02:17], 02:36], 50:16], 52:08], 52:30]. Wikipedia) Jay Leno — Comedian, former talk show host. 02:42]. Wikipedia Bud Friedman — Founder of the Improv. 02:50]. Wikipedia Richard Pryor — Legendary comedian. 03:35]. Wikipedia Jerry Seinfeld — Comedian and actor. 04:34], 38:30], 55:22]. Wikipedia Darrell Hammond — SNL cast member. 05:14]. Wikipedia Tim Meadows — SNL cast member. 05:14]. Wikipedia Kenan Thompson — Longest-tenured SNL cast member. 05:23]. Wikipedia Dennis Miller — Comedian, former Weekend Update anchor. 05:28], 05:51]. Wikipedia Norm Macdonald — Late comedian and SNL anchor. 05:28], 06:18], 06:45], 07:53], 18:22], 36:58]. Wikipedia Lorne Michaels — Creator of SNL. 05:51], 07:35], 40:22], 40:53], 43:23], 44:04], 45:09], 01:00:42]. Wikipedia Don Ohlmeyer — Former NBC executive. 06:13]. Wikipedia O.J. Simpson — Former NFL player/actor. 06:25]. Wikipedia Adam Sandler — Actor and comedian. 06:31], 19:11], 38:56], 50:49], 01:02:27]. Wikipedia Chris Farley — Late comedian and actor. 06:31], 38:56]. Wikipedia David Letterman — Late-night host. 06:45], 58:08]. Wikipedia Bill Clinton —

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William H. Macy w/ Sam Morril & Mark Normand – We Might Be Drunk Podcast

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🔗 William H. Macy🔗 Mark Normand🔗 Sam Morril 1. QUICK REFERENCE BOX Top 5 book recommendations (with 🔗) “Story” by Robert McKee — discussion of three-act structure and his seminar on story craft. 🔗 Shop on Amazon “American Buffalo” (play script) by David Mamet — Macy explains the real-life “cheese” incident that became Teach’s opening rant. 🔗 Shop on Amazon “Glengarry Glen Ross” by David Mamet — cited as a still‑quoted classic of hard-edged dramatic writing. 🔗 Shop on Amazon “The Verdict” by David Mamet (screenplay/film tie‑in) — called one of the best movies, highlighted for its writing. 🔗 Shop on Amazon “Story Structure” / “Story” seminar materials by Robert McKee (companion books/workbooks). 🔗 Shop on Amazon Top 5 products/tools (with 🔗) Woody Creek Distillers spirits (rye, vodka, gin) — Macy’s Colorado‑sourced whiskey/spirits line. 🔗 Shop on Amazon Bodega Cat Whiskey (Sam & Mark’s rye) — their house rye for Manhattans and road shows. 🔗 Shop on Amazon Triumph Motorcycle (T100 / 1200) — Macy’s go‑to bikes in LA and Colorado. 🔗 Shop on Amazon Old‑school wired headphones — Mark’s recommended alternative to AirPods for reliable calls. 🔗 Shop on Amazon Barrel‑proof / over‑proof rye whiskey (general category) — discussed as barrel tastings and over‑proofed bottles for bartenders. 🔗 Shop on Amazon All guests with primary contact link William H. Macy — guest; acclaimed film and TV actor. William H. Macy Sam Morril — co‑host; stand‑up comic. Sam Morril Mark Normand — co‑host; stand‑up comic. Mark Normand 3 best quotes (exact) “They’re telling false stories.” — William H. Macy on movies that rely on endless killing instead of real consequences.14:20 “You’ve got to have an ending, folks.” — William H. Macy on why most people are terrible storytellers. ⭐52:03 “We’re the luckiest people in the world. We could be working for a living, so be grateful.” — William H. Macy on acting and comedy as careers. ⭐54:58 Sponsors/affiliates (all) Saily eSIM — travel data app, 15% off with code WMBD at https://saily.com/WMBD. Ethos Life Insurance — online life insurance, up to $3M coverage at https://ethos.com/drunk. Hims — telehealth for ED, hair loss, weight loss at https://hims.com/DRUNK. Mentions generic sildenafil (Slide-N / Sildena‑fil) as Viagra equivalent. Chubbies — shorts, pants, and swimwear, 20% off with code DRUNKS at https://www.chubbiesshorts.com/DRUNKS. You’ll love this episode if you’re interested in… Acting craft and script analysis 1990s prestige cinema and dark comedies Hollywood war stories and TV production Whiskey, rye, and craft distilling Motorcycles, travel, and Alps riding Storytelling theory and three‑act structure “Most Searched For” (with search links) Fargo William H. Macy scene Boogie Nights William H. Macy ending Magnolia quiz kid Donnie Smith Shameless Frank Gallagher best scenes Woody Creek Distillers William H. Macy The Land football series William H. Macy Total count summary Total count summary: 7 books · 18 products · 39 people · 24 concepts 2. EPISODE OVERVIEW Episode: “William H. Macy w/ Sam Morril & Mark Normand – We Might Be Drunk Podcast” — episodic number . Hosts: Sam Morril (New York stand‑up comic known for sharp, film‑literate bits) and Mark Normand (New York stand‑up with rapid‑fire jokes and multiple specials). Guest: William H. Macy, acclaimed character actor from films like Fargo, Boogie Nights, Magnolia, and TV’s Shameless, as well as brand ambassador for Woody Creek Distillers. Duration: ~1 hour 27 minutes; transcript covers the full conversation. Summary (2–3 sentences): Macy digs into what makes scripts great, why violence without consequences is “pornography,” and how his favorite roles in Fargo, Boogie Nights, and Magnolia came together. He also talks about TV mega‑runs like Shameless, new football series The Land, his Colorado distillery, motorcycles in the Alps, story theory from Mamet and McKee, and why most people can’t tell a story. Key themes Craft of acting, auditioning, and working with auteurs (Coens, PTA, Mamet, Stiller). Storytelling structure, three‑act design, and “what happens next” as the only audience question. Honest vs “funny” violence and its effect on society. Old Hollywood vs streaming era, AI in filmmaking, and watermarking AI content. Whiskey culture, Woody Creek Distillers, and Bodega Cat Rye as lifestyle brands. Pet peeves about phones, voicemails, warning labels, and bad storytelling in everyday life. 3. TIMESTAMP DIRECTORY [00:00:06] — Opening & Train Dreams — Hosts intro Macy, praise Train Dreams performance, and talk about being off phones versus screen addiction.00:06 [00:02:00] — Fargo script & casting — Macy explains knowing Fargo would change his life, auditioning, and reading scripts for dialogue first. ⭐01:28 [00:05:00] — Dark humor in Fargo — Discussion of the dad’s death scene, Frances McDormand’s innocence, and the “people are liars” realization scene.02:11 [00:08:00] — Coens’ detail & psychology — Macy breaks down why the awkward Asian friend scene matters psychologically though not plot‑wise.03:46 [00:10:30] — Boogie Nights & sad characters — Shifting to Boogie Nights and Magnolia; Macy and Philip Seymour Hoffman as tragic figures.05:30 [00:13:00] — Philip Seymour Hoffman career — Remembering Hoffman roles from Mission: Impossible 3 to Capote and Along Came Polly. ⭐06:11 [00:16:00] — Magnolia & multi‑storyline writing — Talking about playing Donnie Smith, writing multiple intertwined storylines, and PTA’s strengths.06:58 [00:19:00] — Action fatigue & human drama — Macy prefers character pieces without constant killings, comparing them to over‑cursing comics.08:16 [00:21:00] — Corny lines that work — Line “I have so much love to give” in Magnolia, how PTA’s dialogue “flies off the page.”08:36 [00:23:00] — Frogs & structure in Magnolia — Admiration for the frog rain sequence and juggling human drama.09:01 [00:25:00] — Favorite scripts: State and Main — Mamet’s State and Main and starting out with him at Goddard College.10:04 [00:28:00] — House of Games & Joe Mantegna — Praising House of Games and Mantegna’s cool persona, including Fat Tony on The Simpsons.10:36 [00:31:00] — Woody Allen set on Radio Days — Waiting for Woody, not getting scripts, and Robert Joy asking basic story questions that ended up clarifying everything.11:31 [00:34:00] — Script watermarking & secrecy — Rant about watermarked scripts, hand‑deliveries, and paranoia over spoilers.12:50 [00:36:00] —

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Ari Shaffir w/ Mark Normand & Sam Morril – We Might Be Drunk Podcast

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🔗 Ari Shaffir🔗 Mark Normand🔗 Sam Morril 1. QUICK REFERENCE BOX ▶ Watch on YouTube Top 5 book recommendations (with 🔗): Various short stories by John Steinbeck (discussed as worthwhile reading frameworks, not specific titles) — ~01:53:30–01:54:10 🔗 Shop on Amazon Plays by Tennessee Williams (including “The Milk Train Doesn’t Stop Here Anymore”–era later work; they reference a later experimental play set in a bar/hotel in Tokyo) — ~01:44:50–01:45:30 🔗 Shop on Amazon Plays by Sam Shepard (name-checked as something to just grab and read for dialogue) — ~01:46:40–01:47:10 🔗 Shop on Amazon “Out of the Past” novelizations / film-noir books (they specifically rave about the movie, but the title is a common noir book search) — ~01:48:20–01:49:10 🔗 Shop on Amazon Plays and collections by Susan Sontag / “novels of Susan Sontag” mentioned as overrated, but still a literary reference — ~01:18:40–01:19:10 🔗 Shop on Amazon Top 5 product/tool recommendations (with 🔗): IQBAR protein bars (IQBAR, IQ Mix, IQ Joe) — 00:56:40–00:58:40 🔗 Shop on Amazon Ethos Life Insurance — 00:58:40–01:00:10 🔗 Shop on Amazon Willie’s Remedy Plus THC tonic — 01:00:10–01:01:20 🔗 Shop on Amazon Pestie pest control kit — 01:01:20–01:03:05 🔗 Shop on Amazon Shopify online selling platform (as a business infrastructure product) — 01:03:05–01:05:40 🔗 Shop on Amazon All guests with primary contact link: Mark Normand — co-host, stand-up comic, plugs touring and special “Pushing Boulder” ~01:49:30–01:56:40 Sam Morril — co-host, stand-up comic, plugs movie projects and tours ~01:49:30–01:56:40 Ari Shaffir — guest, stand-up comic and storyteller, plugs “The End” storytelling series and touring ~00:18:00–01:56:40 3 best quotes (exact wording + timestamp): “The story is not Jordan missed three shots. The story is Jordan went 23 of 26 for 57 points.” — ~00:31:55 ⭐ “We’re the white women of countries.” — ~00:48:20 ⭐ “Even LeBron had an off season. Take a break.” — ~01:33:05 ⭐ Every sponsor/affiliate mentioned: IQBAR (IQ Bar protein bars, IQ Mix hydration, IQ Joe mushroom coffee) — 00:56:40–00:58:40, offer: 20% off all IQBAR products plus free shipping by texting DRUNK to 64000 🔗 Shop on Amazon Ethos Life Insurance — 00:58:40–01:00:10, offer: life insurance quotes online, up to $3M coverage, starting near $30/month, link: https://www.ethos.com/drunk 🔗 Shop on Amazon Willie’s Remedy Plus THC tonic — 01:00:10–01:01:20, offer: THC drink with 5mg or 10mg doses, 20% off first order + free shipping over $95 with code WMBD at https://drinkwillies.com 🔗 Shop on Amazon Pestie DIY pest control kits — 01:01:20–01:03:05, offer: professional-grade pest treatment for about $35 per treatment, extra 10% off at https://pestie.com/mightbedrunk 🔗 Shop on Amazon Shopify — 01:03:05–01:05:40, offer: $1/month trial at https://shopify.com/drunk for online stores and tools 🔗 Shop on Amazon You’ll love this episode if you’re interested in… Long-form stand-up storytelling and travel Latin American backpacking and cheap travel Baseball, NBA playoffs, and sports culture Comedy process, stories vs. clips, relevance Drinking culture (mezcal, pisco, caipirinhas, smuggling booze) Creative careers, taking time off, and DIY specials Most Searched For (inferred, with links): Ari Shaffir South America trip We Might Be Drunk podcast Ari Shaffir The End YMH State of Origin rugby Australia Pisco Sour Peru vs Chile Montezuma’s revenge origin Total count summary: Total count summary: 4 books · 17 products · 36 people · 32 concepts 2. EPISODE OVERVIEW ▶ Watch on YouTube Episode title & number: “Ari Shaffir w/ Mark Normand & Sam Morril – We Might Be Drunk Podcast” — episode number . Hosts & guest: Mark Normand — New York stand-up, co-host, touring comic with a new Netflix special “Soup to Nuts” (implied broader brand) and YouTube documentary “Pushing Boulder.” Sam Morril — stand-up comic, co-host, working on movies and touring; thoughtful on storytelling and relevance. Ari Shaffir — stand-up, globetrotting storyteller, creator of “The End” storytelling series and past “This Is Not Happening.” Approximate duration: 1 hour 58 minutes (transcript is essentially complete with last timestamp within 6 seconds of runtime). Episode summary: The trio hang with cocktails while Ari recounts an eight-month South America trip, including street dogs, cheap hostels, sports fandom abroad, getting denied entry to Nicaragua, and sneaking booze into stadiums. They weave that into a bigger conversation about American confidence, politics, travel perspective, storytelling vs. content churn, and how stepping away can help comedy. Key themes: Travel as fuel for comedy and storytelling American identity and perception abroad (confidence, tipping, politics) Sports obsession: baseball, Knicks playoffs, State of Origin, Rangers fights Drinking culture: cocktails, smuggling booze, shots vs. “turn it up 15%” Comedy careers, relevance anxiety, clips vs. stories, “The End” project DIY production, ownership vs. networks, cutting comedians into profits 3. TIMESTAMP DIRECTORY [00:00:00] — Skateboards, plaques, and cold open — They riff on YouTube plaques, skateboards as set dressing, and whether they’re already recording. [00:01:05] — Guy Fieri cancellation & opener banter — They joke about a canceled Guy Fieri appearance, Andrew Tate, and introduce Ari Shaffir. [00:02:00] — Colombian beer & college Mexico trip — Ari shows Club Colombia Dorado, they reminisce about cheap Tecate and diarrhea on past trips. [00:04:00] — Beer vs. liquor & Shawshank rooftop beers — They weigh beer’s appeal vs whiskey, peeing issues, and mention “The Shawshank Redemption” roof scene. [00:06:00] — Ari’s romper, NYC heat & landlords — Ari’s outfit, old buildings with delayed AC, climate change, and cheap landlords. [00:08:45] — Knicks, Yankees, playoffs energy in NYC — Knicks playoff hopes, Celtics/Hawks talk, Kelshi prediction site, and New York sports energy. ⭐ [00:11:00] — Prebiotic shots and booze lineup — They bring out gut-health shots, Ari promises a fact about each country for every shot. [00:12:00] — Boulevardier vs Godfather cocktails — They discuss bar orders, Boulevardier vs Godfather, Marlon Brando’s favorite drink, and amaretto details. [00:15:30] — Caipirinhas & carnival outfit — Ari’s Brazilian carnival outfit story, strong caipirinhas, and host barf-days from sugar-heavy cocktails. [00:18:00] — Beach drinks, Brazilian butts & BBL risks — Ideal beach drinking, watching butts, Brazilian butt lifts, TikTok deaths from surgery, Kim Kardashian reduction. [00:22:00] — Ozempic, airline fuel, and MLB

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Gaten Matarazzo & Sean Giambrone – Mark Normand & Sam Morril – We Might Be Drunk Podcast

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We Might Be Drunk Podcast Gaten Matarazzo & Sean Giambrone on Child Stardom, Star Wars & Gen Z Sobriety Mark Normand & Sam Morril  ·  1:29:28  ·  Full Episode Notes Netflix Top 10, Oscar diversity mandates, creepy fan encounters, Lego Jedi debates, and why Gen Z is quietly canceling alcohol — all in one episode. Full timestamps, sponsor codes, quotes, and clip breakdowns below. 01 Quick Reference 3 Best Quotes ⭐ “Movies are like magazines — they might be out soon, which is a sad state of affairs.” — Sam ⭐ “Diversity is great as long as it’s not forced — it gets weird when you need a spreadsheet to cast a movie.” — Mark ⭐ “I don’t enjoy the rabbit holes — I’m not even logged into my account on my phone.” — Gaten Top Books This Episode Train Dreams — Denis Johnson (~17:00) The Caine Mutiny — Herman Wouk (~42:00) All Quiet on the Western Front — Remarque (~43:00) Where’s Papa? — Robert Klane (~43:00) Being There — Jerzy Kosiński (~26:00) Active Sponsor Codes WMBBD — 20% off Willie’s Remedy+ DRUNK — 20% off Lucy pouches DRUNK — 60% off Tempo Meals first box Shopify — $1/month trial at /drunk Ethos — quote at ethos.com/DRUNK 02 Episode Overview Mark Normand and Sam Morril open with Mark’s Netflix special None Too Pleased cracking the Top 10, then pivot into Seth Meyers stories, Conan’s Oscar hosting, and a heated debate on the Academy’s new diversity mandates for Best Picture eligibility. The conversation ranges from Timothée Chalamet’s bizarre ballet controversy to Doja Cat’s rare moment of social-media self-awareness. When Sean Giambrone (The Goldbergs) arrives, the episode shifts into old-Hollywood nostalgia — George Segal memories, Cary Grant hypnotist rumors, and a deep rec stack of overlooked 70s films. Gaten Matarazzo (Stranger Things, Lego Star Wars) joins next, triggering the episode’s best section: child stardom’s dark side, the “crush since you were 13” phenomenon, social media detox strategies, and why Gen Z is quietly abandoning alcohol. All four close on pet peeves — plane feet, rude customers, cosplay at serious theater — before Mark and Sam plug their touring schedules. Sean and Gaten’s stoner comedy Pizza Movie (Hulu/Disney+) is the connective thread throughout. 03 Top Quotes & Soundbites ” ⭐ Movies are like magazines. They might be out soon, which is a sad state of affairs. Sam Morril · ~22:00 · On theatrical decline ” ⭐ Diversity is great as long as it’s not forced. It gets weird when you need a spreadsheet to cast a movie. Mark Normand · ~31:00 · On Oscar representation rules ” ⭐ I’m not even logged into my account on my phone. I don’t enjoy the rabbit holes. Gaten Matarazzo · ~34:00 · On stepping off social media ” ⭐ I once broke up with a girl for being rude to a bartender. I couldn’t let it go. Sam Morril · ~1:22:04 · On character judgment ” ⭐ Planes are public transportation. That’s what planes are. Sean Giambrone · ~1:21:14 · On in-flight etiquette ” ⭐ Anytime we tell a sex story on stage, something has to go wrong. Sam Morril · ~1:09:09 · On comedy structure ” We invested in silent films and the talkies took over. Mark Normand · On launching Bodega Cat whiskey as Gen Z goes sober ” You’re going to need a clipboard and a spreadsheet to make a movie now. Mark Normand · ~31:24 · On compliance-driven casting 04 Timestamp Directory 00:00 Netflix Special & Early Banter ⭐ None Too Pleased hits Top 10; Drake hot-sauce lore 02:00 Canceled Episode Speculation Mystery guest teasing; Reddit rumors denied 05:00 Comedy & Late-Night Grind ⭐ Shay Shay, Zach Lowe’s pod, edgy jokes vs. “people upstairs” 09:00 Seth Meyers Stories Generosity, joke-writing, Beacon show; late-night pre-interviews 13:00 Oscars & Conan’s Hosting Michael B. Jordan bits, DiCaprio career-vs-Oscar calculus 17:00 Ballet, Opera & Doja Cat Chalamet ballet pile-on; Doja’s rare public apology 22:00 Hollywood Diversity & Oscar Rules ⭐ New Best Picture mandates; “Daily Wire Oscars” prediction 26:00 Filming Costs & Locations Budapest vs. California; Thomas Edison pushes Hollywood west 33:00 Ad Block: Ethos / Willie’s / Shopify Life insurance, THC tonic, and Shopify’s $1 trial 37:00 Introducing Sean & Pizza Movie Hulu/Disney+ stoner comedy; SXSW premiere 42:00 Old Movies & George Segal Goldbergs, Cary Grant hypnotist story, 100-yr-old nona’s film taste 49:00 Gaten Joins & Star Wars ⭐ Lego Star Wars Jedi; Empire vs. prequels vs. Rogue One 56:00 Fame & Odd Messages “Crush since 13” story; gender double standards; pedo-repellent arm hair 1:03:00 Child Actors, Auditions & Serial Killer Casting Dark audition offers; how environment breaks child stars 1:11:00 Gen Z vs. Alcohol & Phones Liquor sales dropping; social media as behavioral deterrent 1:18:00 Pet Peeves & Etiquette ⭐ Plane feet; rude customers; cosplay at serious theater 1:23:00 Upcoming Shows & International Tour Mark: Lexington, Fort Lauderdale, Providence; Sam: LA, Verona, Lisbon 1:27:00 Outro Song & Vibe Original WMBD outro; plugs for Bodega Cat and Patreon 05 People Mentioned Co-Host · Stand-Up Mark Normand Netflix special None Too Pleased just cracked the Top 10. Touring heavily; creator of Bodega Cat Whiskey. Discusses late-night TV, Oscars, and pet peeves throughout. Tickets → Co-Host · Stand-Up Sam Morril Knicks superfan, podcast fixture, touring US and Europe. Shares a cut Stephen A./Epstein joke and introduces the “near enemy” concept. Broke up with a girl over waiter rudeness. Tickets → Guest · Actor Sean Giambrone The Goldbergs (10 seasons), voice of Jeff on Clarence, co-lead of Pizza Movie. Shares George Segal stories, Italian-name chest-hair riffs, and old-movie recommendations. Guest · Actor Gaten Matarazzo Stranger Things, Dear Evan Hansen (Broadway), Lego Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy, co-lead of Pizza Movie. Discusses social media detox, Gen Z drinking trends, and Dark Side of fame. Referenced · Late-Night Host Seth Meyers Praised for comedian-friendly generosity. Once vouched for Mark on a date. Steak dinner at Chelsea Hotel and Beacon show anecdote. Mark calls him genuinely funny off-camera. Referenced ·

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Adam Carolla – Mark Normand & Sam Morril – We Might Be Drunk Podcast

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⚡ Quick Reference Guest Adam Carolla — Comedian, podcaster, vintage car racer Top Quotes “Too much choice makes people miserable.” “I do the opposite of what my parents would do.” “You’re on a first-name basis with the judge.” Top Films Discussed Rush · The Last Picture Show · Star 80 · F1 Sponsors & Deals Shopify — $1/mo trial at shopify.com/drunk Tempo Meals — 60% off at TempoMeals.com/DRUNK Lucy Breakers — 20% off at Lucy.co/DRUNK Quo — Free trial + 20% off at quo.com/WMBD Top Products Bodega Cat Whiskey · Porsche 935 collectibles 43 People 13 Products 15 Films/Shows 10+ Concepts 48 Quotes 8+ Takeaways We Might Be Drunk Podcast Adam Carolla: Scotch, Split Screens & Awkward Interviews 📅 March 1, 2026 ⏱ 1h 29m 🎙 Hosts: Mark Normand & Sam Morril Guest: Adam Carolla — Veteran comedian and broadcaster, former co-host of The Man Show, prolific podcaster and vintage car racer/collector. Mark Normand and Sam Morril sit down with Adam Carolla for a relentlessly bit-heavy hang that swings from dating apps and internet porn to parenting, gender, and why too much choice makes everyone miserable. A huge chunk of the episode is Carolla’s car-guy world: racing historic Porsches, the Paul Newman 935, and the now-infamous story of Jerry Seinfeld repeatedly refusing to walk 100 feet to look at his Le Mans-winning car. They weave in nanny and affair scandals, “rich man / poor man” class jokes, and a long run on bathrooms, public-toilet etiquette, and petty social peeves. 🎯 Listen if you care about: stand-up comedy process, vintage Porsches and racing, Jerry Seinfeld lore, dating apps and modern relationships, parenting and gender debates, everyday social peeves and bathroom design. 📍 Timestamp Directory 00:00:00Cold open — afternoon Scotch, Bodega Cat whiskey plugs, Adam riffs on Mark’s nerdy “California split screen” desktop plus a bizarre Elliot Gould reference. 00:02:30⭐ Adam tells the story of his painfully awkward live Elliot Gould interview; breaks down guests and morning DJs who manufacture personality by being negative. 00:06:00Negging, dating apps & bad openers — they compare contrarian guests to dates who “neg,” pivot into Bumble, terrible openers, and why too much choice makes everyone less happy. 00:13:00Internet porn, options overload & aging libido — long bit on infinite porn scroll, never finishing, over-optimizing sessions, hotel room marathons. 00:18:00Lube addiction & shower technique — Adam’s semi-serious “dad talk” about not getting addicted to lube, learning to finish standing up. 00:20:00⭐ Schwarzenegger’s nanny & pirate outfit — infamous maid photo, roast the pirate costume, argue his cheating is baked into the same personality that made him Mr. Olympia. 00:23:00Mark’s nanny setup & Tiger Woods’ wife — non-English-speaking nanny strategy, Tiger/Elin Nordegren detour about insanely hot nannies and marital booby traps. 00:27:00Nanny fantasies, male nannies & movie logic — cartoonish “ham under a box” nanny trap, how unrealistic hot nannies would be in films, rare male nannies. 00:31:00MILF porn, opposites & getting caught — plausible deniability with spouse, Mark’s dad catching him, Sam’s dad finding “Older Rod Riders,” Adam’s gay “Cult Roundup” booklet. 00:34:30Cult Roundup, gay panic & early woke parents — keeping the booklet as a collector’s item, imagining dad worrying he’s gay, contrasting with early-woke family. 00:38:00Kids, early same-sex crushes & school dynamics — Sam kissing a boy in all-boys school, mom’s instant “you’re not gay” response. 00:40:00⭐ LA, transitions & boy-girl twins policy — Adam’s “policy”: if daughter transitions to boy, son must transition to girl to keep symmetry. 00:41:00Parenting, kids becoming “people” — teens finally become fun adult hangout partners, dark detour into boring kids’ conversation. 00:44:00Seinfeld’s car-guy regrets & Adam’s son — Seinfeld wishing his son was a car guy; Adam’s son never playing football. 00:48:00Football saved my life & flag vs “flag” — Pop Warner saving him from becoming a statistic, why he doesn’t force his son. 00:52:00Car talk, Laguna Seca & Porsche 935 setup — deep dive into the Rolex Historics, Adam’s Paul Newman-driven 935, its Daytona/Le Mans pedigree. 00:56:00⭐ Rennsport, Seinfeld’s Porsches & The Snub — Adam invites Jerry to walk 25 yards to see the legendary 935, Jerry says “I’m good” repeatedly. 01:01:00Playing the Seinfeld clip & breaking it down — they play Jerry’s podcast explanation, analyze his stance, debate who’s unreasonable. 01:03:00Sponsor block — Lucy nicotine pouches, Quo business phones, Tempo prepared meals, Shopify. 01:08:00⭐ Pet peeves: Chicken Marsala guy & sweater price guy — Mark rants about forced food reactions, the “guess how much” ego game. 01:12:00″You don’t remember me” & slow walkers — the power move, plus friends who tag along but walk painfully slow. 01:16:00Toilet paper rolls, public dispensers & boutique bathrooms — giant rolls that don’t spin, thin paper, insanely loud airport dispensers, barn-door bathrooms. 01:20:00⭐ Pissing on TP rolls & Singapore justice — people who pee on public rolls are society’s true monsters; jokes they should be executed. 01:24:00Penn Station piss, trains & setup for clip — Sam’s puddle-of-pee bathroom story. 01:26:30Seinfeld clip (fuller version) & Family Guy bit — mock Elon Gold’s impression, note how Seinfeld gently reframes Adam as pushy. 01:30:00Seinfeld’s meanness, punching down & Louis C.K. — how mean Seinfeld characters really are, Louis’s defense of punching down. 01:33:00⭐ Jay Leno: fires, crashes & Jackass energy — Leno set himself on fire with a steam car, clotheslined on a sidecar, rolled the Hemi Under Glass. 01:38:00More 935 talk, auction money & rich man / poor man — circle back to the 935’s value, transition into Seinfeld and Leno calling it his signature bit. 01:43:00⭐ Performing the Rich Man / Poor Man bit — first-name basis with the judge, knowing copper prices, your own fragrance, “have you checked his trailer?” 01:47:00⭐ Kim Kardashian “gets you off” closer — she either gets you off sexually or gets you out of jail via prison reform. 01:50:00Character story: refusing the VIP bathroom — Adam ignoring a porta-potty with his name on it, using regular ones instead. 01:53:00F1 movie vs Rush & racing portrayals — F1 is cheesy but well-shot, Rush is tighter, the

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We Might Be Drunk Podcast with Greg Fitzsimmons: Tour Tales, Tipping & The Art of Comedy

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WMBD Mark Normand & Sam Morril – We Might Be Drunk Podcast – May 18, 2026 Kevin Nealon – Mark Normand and Sam Morril – We Might Be Drunk Podcast William H. Macy w/ Sam Morril & Mark Normand – We Might Be Drunk Podcast Ari Shaffir w/ Mark Normand & Sam Morril – We Might Be Drunk Podcast Gaten Matarazzo & Sean Giambrone – Mark Normand & Sam Morril – We Might Be Drunk Podcast Adam Carolla – Mark Normand & Sam Morril – We Might Be Drunk Podcast We Might Be Drunk Podcast with Greg Fitzsimmons: Tour Tales, Tipping & The Art of Comedy Patton Oswalt Gets Not Drunk with Sam Morril & Mark Normand – We Might Be Drunk Podcast Mike Lawrence & Mike Vecchione on We Might Be Drunk | Full Episode Notes WMBD – Dolph Lundgren with Mark Normand and Sam Morril Podcast Episode Details We Might Be Drunk Podcast (Greg Fitzsimmons w/ Mark Normand & Sam Morril) Hosts Mark Normand Sam Morril Guest Greg Fitzsimmons Episode Number Not Specified Air Date Aug 24, 2025 Episode Summary & Topics The We Might Be Drunk Podcast episode featuring guest Greg Fitzsimmons covers a variety of topics, often blending personal anecdotes with observations on the comedy industry and modern life. The episode can be segmented and summarized as follows: Main Topics and Themes 00:00 – 02:30: Opening & Greg Fitzsimmons Joins / Fitzsimmons, Spaghettes, and Boston Comedy’s Sobering Past Mark Normand and Sam Morril welcome Greg Fitzsimmons, an old friend and fellow comedian, noting his early recognition in the New York comedy scene. They try a drink called a “spaghette,” described as Miller High Life beer with Campari, jokingly referring to it as the “Aperol Spritz for men”. Greg Fitzsimmons reveals his 35 years of sobriety, leading to a discussion about the Boston comedy scene where young comics with driver’s licenses would transport headliners with DUIs to gigs outside the city. 02:30 – 05:50: Early Days in Comedy & New York Stories / Comedy Origins and the Rat Nightmare The comedians reminisce about the tough early days of their careers in New York and Boston, including the struggle for stage time and recognition. Greg shares an anecdote about the “spaghette” drink and his sobriety. Sam Morril begins a lengthy and comedic story about a rat infestation in his apartment, detailing his terrifying experience and subsequent attempts to get rid of it. 05:50 – 09:40: The Spaghette Drink & Sober Stories / Wild Nights, Cocaine, and Rat Nightmares The discussion revisits the “spaghette” drink, with the hosts playfully trying to get Greg to taste it, while he reaffirms his sobriety. Greg shares a personal story about his past cocaine use, noting that being broke helped him quit due to the expense. Sam Morril continues his rat nightmare saga, describing his frustration with exterminators and a frightening experience of thinking the rat was in his bed. 09:40 – 13:10: Wild Nights, Cocaine, and Young Comics / Sheen, Spoofs, and the Rat Nightmare Greg discusses his past cocaine use, highlighting its expense as a “brake” on the habit. The conversation transitions to Charlie Sheen’s role in Scary Movie 3 and the comedic style of spoof movies, praising the “dead straight” delivery of actors like Leslie Nielsen and George Kennedy in The Naked Gun. Sam Morril continues his rat problem narrative, detailing his difficulties with exterminators and a harrowing account of a friend who killed a rat by pushing a dresser into it. 13:10 – 20:00: Charlie Sheen, Scary Movie, Spoof Movies / Naked Gun, Comedy Acting & Old School Jokes The comedians delve into spoof movies, discussing the comedic genius of Leslie Nielsen in The Naked Gun and the importance of deadpan delivery. They recount a joke about “manslaughter” from the film. The challenges of writing a new hour of stand-up comedy are discussed, emphasizing the discipline required to start from scratch and avoid old material. Sam Morril provides further updates on his rat saga, including the exterminator bringing hockey sticks to kill the rats. 20:00 – 27:00: Naked Gun, Comedy Acting & Old School Jokes / Rat Nightmares & Exterminator Adventures The discussion on spoof movies continues, with comparisons of Leslie Nielsen’s “dead straight” delivery to other comedians trying to “juice it”. Sam Morril further details his escalating war against the rat, including the “Rat King” exterminator using hockey sticks, and a friend’s story of killing a rat with a dresser. 27:00 – 34:40: Rat Nightmares & Exterminator Adventures / Rat Tales & NYC Pest Control Sam’s rat saga reaches new levels, with discussions about finding competent exterminators, his nightmare of a rat in his bed, and other rat experiences shared by friends. They joke about the exterminator’s brutal methods, including using hockey sticks, and jokingly refer to him as the “Rat King”. 34:40 – 42:10: Rat Tales & NYC Pest Control / NYC Boroughs, Dive Bars & Local Culture The rat infestation in Sam’s apartment remains a central topic, with stories about various exterminators and shared rat experiences. The conversation shifts to the craft of stand-up comedy, particularly the challenges of writing new material and gaining momentum, comparing it to starting a bicycle. They discuss the ephemeral nature of topical jokes (e.g., Olympics material) and the value of “evergreen” jokes, mentioning the New York Post as a “premise machine” for material. 42:10 – 47:50: NYC Boroughs, Dive Bars & Local Culture / NYC’s Controversial Planner and Comedy Craft The hosts and guest discuss Robert Moses, a powerful and controversial urban planner in New York City, referencing the book The Power Broker. They highlight his racist legacy, such as building low overpasses to prevent city buses from reaching Jones Beach. The conversation returns to comedy writing and touring, emphasizing the discipline of creating new material and using the New York Post as a “premise machine”. They briefly mention touring in Dayton, Ohio, humorously calling it “methy as fuck”. 47:50 – 53:00: “Naked Gun” & Spoof Movie Humor /

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Patton Oswalt Gets Not Drunk with Sam Morril & Mark Normand – We Might Be Drunk Podcast

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WMBD Mark Normand & Sam Morril – We Might Be Drunk Podcast – May 18, 2026 Kevin Nealon – Mark Normand and Sam Morril – We Might Be Drunk Podcast William H. Macy w/ Sam Morril & Mark Normand – We Might Be Drunk Podcast Ari Shaffir w/ Mark Normand & Sam Morril – We Might Be Drunk Podcast Gaten Matarazzo & Sean Giambrone – Mark Normand & Sam Morril – We Might Be Drunk Podcast Adam Carolla – Mark Normand & Sam Morril – We Might Be Drunk Podcast We Might Be Drunk Podcast with Greg Fitzsimmons: Tour Tales, Tipping & The Art of Comedy Patton Oswalt Gets Not Drunk with Sam Morril & Mark Normand – We Might Be Drunk Podcast Mike Lawrence & Mike Vecchione on We Might Be Drunk | Full Episode Notes WMBD – Dolph Lundgren with Mark Normand and Sam Morril 🎙️ Episode Metadata Episode Title: Patton Oswalt with Sam Morril & Mark Normand – We Might Be Drunk Podcast Episode Number: Not provided Hosts: Sam Morril & Mark Normand Guest: Patton Oswalt Release Date: August 17, 2025 Special Format Notes: This was an early-morning recording, noted by the hosts. There were some microphone issues in the beginning. 🧠 Main Topics & Themes Life on the Road & Venue Experiences: Touring mishaps, club “vibes” & rules, opening for music acts, and the grind. Patton’s publicist driving to the wrong venue for his “tour doc”; London audience let in mid‑set thinking he was ambient music; the lingering “shiny wet stain” from Gallagher at Count Basie Theater. The Craft of Comedy: Joke writing, alt rooms vs. clubs, audio‑only specials in a visual‑first world, social media/cancel culture headwinds, and peer feedback loops. Impressions & Impersonators: Dan Soder, Kevin Pollak, prank stories, and the lineage of impersonation (e.g., James Brown starting as a Little Richard impersonator). Film & Pop Culture Commentary: Cult picks like Death Bed: The Bed That Eats and Andy Milligan; mainstream like The Nice Guys; adapting source material; directorial style quirks; Patton’s obsession with cinematic connections. True Crime & Personal Connection: Michelle McNamara’s I’ll Be Gone in the Dark, media’s role in cold cases, and the personal impact on Patton. Social Commentary & Modern Life: Pervasive social media/TMI, relationships in the digital age, solitude vs. crowds, and reality TV’s manufactured drama. ⏱️ Episode Segmentation (Clickable Timestamps) Tip: Set your YouTube URL in the small script below and these timestamps will auto‑link. 00:00–00:29 Patton joins: tour talk, “tour doc” filming; Count Basie Center in Red Bank, NJ (Lily Tomlin, Ali Wong also played here). 00:30–16:54 Hosts’ tour stories; Addison, TX club “no‑mic‑stand” rule; how club “vibes” shape sets. 16:55–30:00 Big Fan tour memories; the publicist character’s real‑life inspiration; tales of getting “banned.” 30:01–45:00 Career grind, club managers, old‑school comics (Gallagher) and the current state of stand‑up. 45:01–60:00 Cult/Classic films (Death Bed, Andy Milligan) → True crime: I’ll Be Gone in the Dark & the Golden State Killer. 60:01–87:02 Favorite comics/albums; TV vs. stand‑up writing; more audio‑only specials; awkward fan encounter about true crime; plugs for Patton’s special & book. 🔁 Recurring Themes & Callbacks The Comedian’s Life on the Road: Tour hardships and oddities frame many stories. Patton’s “Tour Doc” Thread: Ongoing filming provides humorous context for travel mishaps. True Crime / Michelle McNamara: Frequent references to I’ll Be Gone in the Dark and GSK — sometimes uncomfortably — as a running bit. “Benign Neglect”: Explicit callback to a prior episode concept. Audience Expectations & Engagement: Adapting to diverse crowds, especially when known from TV. Evolution of Comedy: Social media’s influence and shifting norms as a constant undercurrent. 🧍 People Mentioned This episode features a wide cast of individuals — from the hosts and guest to celebrities, comedians, directors, true crime figures, and more. Below is a categorized list with Google search links. 🎤 Hosts & Guest Patton Oswalt (Guest, Recurring/Central) Sam Morril (Host, Recurring/Central) Mark Normand (Host, Recurring/Central) 🎭 Comedians & Performers Rachel Feinstein Lily Tomlin Ali Wong Gallagher GG Allin Ozzy Osbourne Dan Soder Dave Chappelle Kevin Pollak Alan Arkin Jerry Lewis James Brown Little Richard Jim Carrey Rodney Dangerfield Jim Norton Colin Quinn Rich Vos Bridget Everett Adrock (Adam Horovitz) Ray Romano Mel Brooks Anthony Jeselnik Adam Carolla Zach Galifianakis Maria Bamford Brian Posehn Mitch Hedberg Mike Lawrence Adrian Airheart Jerry Seinfeld George Wallace Orlando Lea Eddie Murphy Gary Vaynerchuk Jimmy Carr Shelley Berman Louis J. 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