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We Might Be Drunk with Mark Normand & Sam Morril: Adam Carolla (Episode 273)
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Adam Carolla – Mark Normand & Sam Morril – We Might Be Drunk Podcast

We Might Be Drunk · Hosts: Mark Normand, Sam Morril · Guest: Adam Carolla · Published Mar 2 2026 · Runtime 1:29:04 · Watch: YouTube Adam Carolla joins Mark and Sam: the Elliott Gould interview, negging and dating apps, options overload, nanny scandals, parenting, vintage Porsches and Laguna Seca, a Seinfeld snub, the rich-man-poor-man bit, Leno car stories, staying humble, boutique-hotel bathroom horror, and why you never ask someone to guess what your sweater cost. Chapters People Products Places Peeves Recs Ads Chapters 0:00 Scotch, Split Screens & Awkward Interviews. 2:30 Elliot Gould Interview & Difficult Guests. 6:00 Negging, Dating Apps & Too Much Choice. 13:00 Internet Porn, Options Overload & Sad Realizations. 20:00 Nannies, Affairs & Celebrity Relationships. 34:30 Parenting, Kids Growing Up & Family Dynamics. 41:00 Car Talk, Racing & Seinfeld Encounter. 52:00 Seinfeld, Comedy Rules & Rich Man Poor Man Bit. 1:03:00 Leno, Car Stories & Comedians' Relationships. 1:13:00 Character, Fame, & Staying Humble. 1:20:00 Classic Films, Hollywood Stories & Closing Bits. 1:26:30 Upcoming Shows, Bodega Cats & Outro Song. Show more Want this section to go deeper? Share this page with the creators and have them sign up so we can get permission to dig deeper into this episode. People On this episode Mark Normand The Comedian List · Wikipedia Host. 0:00 Sam Morril The Comedian List · Wikipedia Host. 0:00 Adam Carolla Wikipedia Guest. 0:00 People mentioned Elliott Gould Wikipedia Discussed for: California Split Amazon A difficult interview. 2:30 Jerry Seinfeld The Comedian List · Wikipedia Discussed for: Seinfeld Amazon The snub. 41:00 Jay Leno Wikipedia Discussed for: Hemi Under Glass Wikipedia Car stories. 1:03:00 Al Franken Wikipedia Disagree-with-everything guest. 2:03 David Cross Wikipedia A tough guest. 2:03 Arnold Schwarzenegger Wikipedia Discussed for: Kindergarten Cop Amazon The nanny scandal. 10:04 Maria Shriver Wikipedia Schwarzenegger’s ex-wife. 10:04 Tiger Woods Wikipedia Married Elin, a former nanny. 12:04 Elin Nordegren Wikipedia Worked as a nanny before marrying Tiger. 12:04 John Gielgud Wikipedia Discussed for: Arthur Amazon The butler in Arthur. 15:07 Spike Feresten Wikipedia Wrote the Soup Nazi; the Seinfeld clip is on his podcast. 28:21 Paul Newman Wikipedia Drove Carolla’s 935 at Le Mans. 28:21 Brad Pitt Wikipedia Discussed for: F1 Amazon The F1 movie. 29:21 Bill Burr Wikipedia · The Comedian List · Best Movies & TV Shows The minimizing “Big whoop” inflection. 31:22 Louis C.K. Wikipedia Discussed for: Louie Amazon “Punching down is hilarious.” 51:36 Steve McQueen Wikipedia Discussed for: Le Mans Amazon His 917 from Le Mans. 59:44 Rick Caruso Wikipedia Yacht trip at Monterey car week. 56:42 Elon Musk Wikipedia · The Celeb List Rich man, poor man: doesn’t wear a condom. 1:11:56 Kim Kardashian Wikipedia The rich man, poor man closer. 1:08:53 Ron Howard Wikipedia Discussed for: Rush Amazon Directed Rush. 1:14:56 Niki Lauda Wikipedia Discussed for: Rush Amazon Subject of Rush. 1:14:56 Elon Gold Wikipedia On the Seinfeld clip. 1:14:56 Tom Papa Wikipedia Opens for Seinfeld. 1:14:56 Peter Bogdanovich Wikipedia Discussed for: The Last Picture Show Amazon “What a generational run.” 1:16:58 Jeff Bridges Wikipedia Discussed for: The Last Picture Show Amazon Young in The Last Picture Show. 1:16:58 Cybill Shepherd Wikipedia Discussed for: The Last Picture Show Amazon Young in The Last Picture Show. 1:16:58 Dorothy Stratten Wikipedia Discussed for: Star 80 Amazon Subject of Star 80. 1:16:58 Mel Brooks Wikipedia · The Comedian List Discussed for: Mel Brooks documentary YouTube The doc is “unreal.” 1:20:01 Michael Jordan Wikipedia Discussed for: The Last Dance Netflix “MJ in Utah.” 1:20:01 Tom Waits Wikipedia The 1977 photo print gift. 1:22:02 Sal Iacono Wikipedia Gave the Tom Waits print; runs Negative Collection. 1:21:02 Todd Barry Wikipedia · Best Movies & TV Shows The sweater-guessing aside. 40:31 Charlotte McKinney Wikipedia Pulled up on screen. 1:15:58 Jordan Jensen Wikipedia · Best Movies & TV Shows On the May 7 LA lineup. 1:26:06 Joe List Wikipedia · The Comedian List On the May 7 LA lineup. 1:26:06 Rachel Feinstein Wikipedia · Best Movies & TV Shows On the May 7 LA lineup. 1:26:06 Richard Pryor Wikipedia · The Comedian List Freebasing joke. 1:04:50 Evel Knievel Wikipedia Leno comparison. 1:04:50 Show more Want this section to go deeper? Share this page with the creators and have them sign up so we can get permission to dig deeper into this episode. Products California Split — 1974 Robert Altman movie with Elliott Gould. Amazon 0:01 Bumble — The dating app where women make the first move. Bumble 3:03 The Last Dance — “MJ in Utah.” Netflix Amazon 7:04 Enya — Mood music. Amazon 7:04 Nivea — Lotion brand. Amazon 8:04 Jergens — The jumbo-sized drum. Amazon 8:04 Parasite — Bong Joon-ho movie, the nanny-scheme reference. Amazon 12:04 Mr. Belvedere — Sitcom with a British male housekeeper. Amazon 14:06 Mrs. Doubtfire — “The only male nanny.” Amazon 14:06 Family Affair — Sitcom with Mr. French. Amazon 14:06 Arthur (1981) — John Gielgud as the sarcastic butler. Amazon 15:07 Kindergarten Cop — Schwarzenegger comedy. Amazon 16:08 True Lies — Schwarzenegger action movie. Amazon 16:08 Pokémon — Kid dinner conversation. Amazon 24:17 Peppa Pig — Kids’ show. Amazon 25:17 Dora the Explorer — Kids’ show. Amazon 25:17 The Deer Hunter — “Can we watch Deer Hunter?” Amazon 25:17 Porsche 935 (Paul Newman’s) — Carolla’s Le Mans class-winning race car. Wikipedia 28:21 Seinfeld — Soup Nazi, The Opposite, the coma episode and the masturbation episode. Amazon 28:21 F1 (Brad Pitt movie) — Starts with a Porsche winning Daytona; “40 minutes shorter would have been amazing.” Amazon 29:21 Le Mans (1971) — Steve McQueen film; Seinfeld owns its hero 917 Porsche. Amazon 29:21 Rush — Ron Howard’s Niki Lauda movie. Amazon 44:32 The Shawshank Redemption — Andy Dufresne’s noisy prison break. Amazon 45:32 Louie — Louis C.K.’s show: “that show could be anything.” Amazon 51:36 The Smoking Tire podcast — Where the Seinfeld clip might be. YouTube 58:44 Porsche 917 — The Steve McQueen hero car. Wikipedia 59:44 Jackass — Leno “should be in Jackass” with his injuries. Amazon 1:03:49 Hemi Under Glass

We Might Be Drunk with Mark Normand & Sam Morril: Greg Fitzsimmons (Episode 246)
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We Might Be Drunk Podcast with Greg Fitzsimmons: Tour Tales, Tipping & The Art of Comedy

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. One of the hosts 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. The rat nightmare saga continues, 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. The rat problem narrative continues, detailing 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. There are further updates on the 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”. The escalating war against the rat continues, 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 The rat saga reaches new levels, with discussions about finding competent exterminators, a nightmare of a rat in the 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 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 / Growing Up: Old NY, High School Stories The discussion focuses

We Might Be Drunk with Mark Normand & Sam Morril: Patton Oswalt (Episode 245)
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Patton Oswalt Gets Not Drunk with Sam Morril & Mark Normand – We Might Be Drunk Podcast

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. Gomez Melany David Cross Jay Van Hubard Jim Anderson Ralph Garman Chris Dano Adam Ray Dana Gould Amazon Search Links with Affiliate Tag 🎬 Movies & TV Shows Title Amazon Search URL Search for Signs of Intelligent Life in the Universe Amazon The Fan Amazon Last Boy Scout Amazon A Few Good Men Amazon The Nice Guys Amazon Kiss Kiss Bang Bang Amazon Cape Fear Amazon Big Fan Amazon The Wrestler Amazon Buffalo ’66 Amazon Death Bed: The Bed That Eats Amazon The Verdict Amazon The Toxic Avenger Amazon Romeo and Juliet Amazon Samurai Cop Amazon My Dinner with Andre Amazon Willard Amazon Ben Amazon Baseball (Ken Burns series) Amazon Cannibal! The Musical Amazon South Park: Bigger, Longer & Uncut Amazon Friday the 13th Part 2 Amazon Oklahoma Amazon The Werewolves Are Here, the Rats Are Coming Amazon Justified (TV show) Amazon King of Queens (TV show) Amazon Everybody Loves Raymond (TV show) Amazon Rush Hour Amazon Blazing Saddles Amazon The Producers Amazon Affiliate Disclosure As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. This means that if you click on a product link and make a purchase, we may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. This helps support the site and allows us to continue providing content like this. Thank you for your support! Peeves 54:21 “Too much information” — Especially from a doctor uncle when you need real advice. 57:25 Instagram videos as argument ammo — Losing a sponge debate, then getting sent “five reasons” videos. 58:28 Flip-flopping health studies — Red wine is good, then no alcohol is good.

We Might Be Drunk with Mark Normand & Sam Morril: Mike Lawrence & Mike Vecchione (Episode 244)
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Mike Lawrence & Mike Vecchione on We Might Be Drunk | Full Episode Notes

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 Hosts Sam Morril and Mark Normand are joined by comedians Mike Lawrence and Mike Vecchione. The episode features the hosts and guests reminiscing about their early days in the New York City comedy scene, sharing wild anecdotes from various clubs, and discussing the struggles of the comedy industry. Topics range from their comedy heroes to the frustrations of selling a TV show with actor Brian Cox. The comedians also talk about pop culture, parenting, and their upcoming tour dates. Mike Lawrence is a comedian and the guest on this episode. He is one of the hosts’ oldest comedy friends. He is also the host of the podcast “Nerd of Mouth”. He discusses his experiences writing for award shows and his creative process. Mike Vecchione is a comedian and guest on the podcast. He joins the hosts to promote his new YouTube special, “Low-Income White”. Summary Guests Profile Mike Lawrence Mike Vecchione Overview This episode of the “We Might Be Drunk” podcast features a reunion of comedians and friends, with hosts Sam Morril and Mark Normand joined by guests Mike Lawrence and Mike Vecchione. The conversation begins with Lawrence being introduced as one of the hosts’ oldest friends in comedy. They share formative stories from the early New York City comedy scene, recalling clubs like Mo Pitkins (The Pit) and Auto Shrunken Head, and mentioning fellow comedians like Zach Sims. A significant segment focuses on wild anecdotes from NYC clubs, including a tense confrontation Mark Normand had during Obama’s 2009 inauguration night in Harlem. They also vividly describe Mocha’s Lounge (Smokey’s), a club where the owner, Smokey Suarez, would “trash” comedians who bombed. The discussion moves to comedy heroes, with Sean Patton being praised as a “beacon of hope” for his generation. They reflect on the “wilderness years” of comedy, a period of building one’s act in front of peers, and contrast this with the modern era of posting content online. A frustrating aspect of the entertainment industry is highlighted as Sam Morril and Mike Vecchione share their 18-month struggle to sell a TV show, despite having actor Brian Cox attached. The episode includes humorous anecdotes about Hollywood, such as Brian Cox’s non-method acting and Jared Leto’s extreme method acting for Suicide Squad. They also discuss movies, pop culture, and changing sensitivities in comedy, noting that films like Rush Hour now have disclaimers for “outdated jokes”. Later segments delve into nostalgia for 90s sitcoms like The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air and Family Matters, and the evolution of voice acting on shows like The Simpsons. They share more comedy club memories, including the sad story of an open micer named Gowi, who had a line cut from the 30 Rock finale and watched it from a homeless shelter. The conversation turns to roast battles, with Mike Lawrence recounting a brutal roast of Ralphie May and the shift to more personal attacks. Mike Lawrence, known for his prolific writing, discusses his creative process and the challenges of writing for TV. They touch on the impact of social media on comedy and express exhaustion with the prevalence of Trump jokes. The episode concludes with a rapid-fire list of pet peeves, a discussion about parenting and Mike Lawrence’s official autism diagnosis at 38, and a mention of upcoming tour dates and the hosts’ Bodega Cat whiskey. Timestamps & Segment Breakdown 00:00 — Comedy Reunion & Early Days Mike Lawrence is introduced as a long-time friend of the hosts, and the group reminisces about their early days in the New York City comedy scene and performing at venues like Mo Pitkins. 06:00 — Stories from NYC Comedy Clubs A guest recalls Obama’s 2009 inauguration night in Harlem, when Mark mocked a sound-effects comic who then threatened them. The comedians also discuss Mocha’s Lounge, an “inclusive but insensitive” club run by Smokey Suarez. 14:00 — Comedy Heroes & Finding Your Voice The group praises comedian Sean Patton and reflects on the “wilderness years” of comedy. 25:00 — Behind the Scenes: The Comedy Industry Sam Morril and Mike Lawrence discuss their ongoing 18-month struggle to sell a TV show, even with actor Brian Cox attached, and express frustration with Hollywood’s slow pace. 32:00 — Brian Cox, Method Acting, & Hollywood Tales The conversation covers different acting styles, contrasting Brian Cox’s non-method approach with Jeremy Strong’s method acting. They also share humorous anecdotes about Jared Leto and Jim Carrey. 41:00 — Movies, Reviews, and Comedy in Pop Culture The comedians discuss various films, praise actor Gary Oldman, and note the changing sensitivities in comedy, such as disclaimers on old movies like Rush Hour. 50:00 — Sitcoms, Childhood TV, and Nostalgia A nostalgic look back at 90s sitcoms like The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air and Diff’rent Strokes. They also talk about voice acting and societal norms of the past. 58:00 — Comedy Club Memories & Touring Stories More anecdotes from their early comedy careers are shared, including a sad story about an open micer named Gowi and the evolution of Colin Kane’s persona. 01:06:00 — Roast Battles and Writing Tough Jokes Mike Lawrence delves into the intense nature of comedy roast battles,

We Might Be Drunk with Mark Normand & Sam Morril: Dolph Lundgren (Episode 237)
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We Might Be Drunk Podcast – Dolph Lundgren Episode Breakdown Comedy Cellar Celebrity Encounters (0:00 – 2:40) Mark Normand and Sam Morril kick off the episode with stories from the Comedy Cellar, including spotting Adam Sandler and NBA star Karl-Anthony Towns (aka “Bodega Cat”). A discussion follows about Bodega Cat merchandise and the comedy world’s intersection with celebrity culture in New York City. Wild Discussions & Personal Anecdotes (2:40 – 8:20) Topics range from controversial Uber driver stories to the quirks of lesbian bars, body hair, and ponytails. The hosts joke about using Viagra and BlueChew, with a tangent on cartoon porn including the Simpsons, Family Guy, and Seinfeld. Sponsor Segments – Part 1 (8:20 – 11:00) Rocket Money helps track and cancel subscriptions, and Chubbies brings the laughs with fun and functional apparel. Pop Culture & Nostalgia (11:00 – 15:20) Surprising trivia like Bart Simpson’s voice actor is a woman is discussed. Mark and Sam compare Uber ratings and reflect on the addictive McDonald’s Monopoly game and fast food evolution. TV & Film Recommendations (15:20 – 18:20) Discussion of Mad Men, Severance, Mob Land, and French Film Noir like Le Samurai. Andrew Santino gets a mention for his charisma. Lifestyle & Pre-Guest Hype (18:20 – 20:50) One host shares excitement over his new hot tub and considers a cold plunge. They also talk about using TaskRabbit and prepare for guest Dolph Lundgren. Dolph’s Early Life & Relationships (20:50 – 23:20) Dolph Lundgren reflects on his past relationships with Grace Jones and recounts meeting Richard Pryor. There’s also a nod to his ex’s relationship with Flavor Flav and his Hollywood entrance. Rocky IV & Ivan Drago (23:20 – 26:20) Dolph describes the training for Rocky IV alongside Sylvester Stallone and Carl Weathers. He also mentions a small role in A View to a Kill. From MIT to Studio 54 (26:20 – 29:50) Revealing his MIT background in chemical engineering, Dolph talks about Studio 54 in the 80s, meeting Andy Warhol, and the era’s notorious excesses in New York City. Hard Cut Vodka & Drago Legacy (29:50 – 33:50) Dolph introduces Hard Cut Vodka, made from Idaho potatoes. He revisits his Ivan Drago role and the lasting reaction it receives in places like uptown NYC. Creed II & Industry Contrasts (33:50 – 36:00) Discussing Creed II, Dolph explores father-son dynamics and contrasts the movie business vs. liquor business, calling the latter more pleasant and predictable. Sponsor Segment – Part 2 & 80s NYC (36:00 – 39:30) Kalshi is introduced as a legal prediction market. Dolph paints a wild picture of 1980s New York City nightlife, including carrying guns for protection. Expendables & NYC Nightlife (39:30 – 42:50) Dolph discusses working on The Expendables and his time bouncing at Limelight in Chelsea, a church-turned-nightclub where cocaine and bribes were commonplace. 80s Decadence & Early Roles (42:50 – 45:50) Dolph touches on cocaine in comedy clubs, Grace Jones’s LGBTQ+ following, and his role as The Punisher. There’s discussion of nightlife on Christopher Street. New Film Project: Broken Leash (45:50 – 49:00) Dolph unveils Broken Leash, a dog-centric action-comedy inspired by the Lady Gaga dog-napping story. It features him recruiting Expendables cast members to recover stolen French Bulldogs, showing how dog-related themes evoke strong emotion. Film Inspirations & Close Calls (49:00 – 53:20) Dolph talks about missing out on Gladiator and his love for Scorsese’s King of Comedy and Taxi Driver. He also recounts receiving fan mail from Death Row and channeling that into his writing. Where to Find Hard Cut & Podcast Outro (53:20 – 56:40) Hard Cut Vodka is now available in California, New York, and online via Flaviar. The hosts close out with their upcoming stand-up tour dates and call Dolph a legend. Named Individuals Mentioned in the Episode Hosts Mark Normand Sam Morril Guest Dolph Lundgren Comedians Adam Sandler Matteo (Matteo Lane likely) Will (Will Miles likely) Joe List Woody Allen Stavi (Stavros Halkias likely) Andy Haynes The Comedian List profile Richard Pryor Joan Rivers Chazz Palminteri Other Celebrities & Public Figures Karl-Anthony Towns Leonardo DiCaprio Orlando Bloom Billie Eilish Brigitte Nielsen Flavor Flav Anna Nicole Smith (referred to as Nicole Smith) Grace Jones Sylvester Stallone Carl Weathers Chris Walken Andy Warhol Johnny Carson Dan Castellaneta Harry Shearer Hank Azaria Julie Kavner Nancy Cartwright Nancy Pelosi Conrad Hilton Tom Hardy Guy Ritchie Pierce Brosnan Helen Mirren Alain Delon Randy Couture Jet Li Terry Crews Russell Crowe Ridley Scott Martin Scorsese Ingmar Bergman Lady Gaga Sean Combs (P. Diddy) Cassie Todd Phillips Other Notable Individuals Liz (Comedy Cellar Manager) Lewis Gomez Greta (Dolph Lundgren’s daughter) Matt Spicer (Director; called “Mark Spicer” on the show) Dale DeGroff (Bartender) Fred (Limelight Doorman) Sackler Family Locations Mentioned Countries America Australia Canada France Iran Jamaica New Zealand Norway Spain Sweden US States California Colorado Connecticut Florida Idaho Massachusetts Nevada New Jersey New York Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Texas Utah Cities Adelaide, Australia Akron, Ohio Boston Brisbane, Australia Brooklyn Calgary Chicago Dallas Dayton, Ohio Eugene, Oregon Halifax Hattiesburg Helsinki Huntsville Irvine Las Vegas Los Angeles Malibu Manhattan Melbourne, Australia New Orleans New York City Oklahoma City Ottawa Paris Redbank, New Jersey Rochester, New York Salt Lake City San Jose Stockholm Sydney, Australia West Hollywood, LA Winnipeg Specific Locations / Venues Atlantic Avenue Balcony Bank and West (West Village) BCB (Brooklyn bar) Bemelmans Bar Bricktown Comedy Club (Official site) Broadway Spirits Carnegie Hall The Chicago Theater Christopher Street Chuck E. Cheese Club A The Comedy Cellar (Official site) Count Basie Theater Cubby Hole (Lesbian Bar) Discovery Zone The Factory (Andy Warhol Studio) The Hamptons Hudson Malone Irvine Improv (Official site) Limelight (Nightclub) The Lounge (Comedy Cellar) (Official site) McDougall Room (Comedy Cellar) (Official site) The Mirage (Vegas) Parks Casino PJ Clark’s Playland (at McDonald’s) Rainbow Room Rocky Mountain Water Studio 54 Sugar Monk Top of the Rock Uber Upstate New York The Venetian (Vegas) Sponsors, Companies & Consumer Items Sponsors & Companies Rocket Money: Personal finance app – rocketmoney.com/drunk Chubbies: Apparel brand – chubbiesshorts.com (Code: drunks) Kalshi:

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