Topic: Amy Schumer

7 chapters across the catalog

Guidepost
Episode 1424 2:48:53 - 2:52:13

1424: Guidepost

New ISO Clips and Daytime Talk Show Gossip

John C. Dvorak presents new "ISO" sound clips for the show's soundboard, including snippets from the *Sofia with an F* podcast. The hosts discuss the career of "Ross the Intern" and his current role on the *Drew Barrymore Show*. They select several new clips, including "Astounding" and "So Juicy," for future use in media deconstruction.

Flu Tsunami
Episode 1396 33:10 - 35:32

1396: Flu Tsunami

Prescription Drug Pricing Deal, Medicare Patent Exclusivity

A reported deal to lower prescription drug prices is scrutinized. While Chuck Schumer promotes the plan as a win for Medicare recipients, Amy Goodman of Democracy Now! points out a significant "gotcha": drug companies retain patent exclusivity for 9 to 12 years before government negotiations can begin. The hosts characterize this as a "rigged" fix that protects pharmaceutical profits.

CIA Paid Me
Episode 1075 1:50:13 - 1:53:39

1075: CIA Paid Me

Orrin Hatch Elevator Confrontation and Protests

Senator Orrin Hatch was confronted by protesters, including comedian Amy Schumer, in a Senate elevator. Hatch told the women to "grow up," which sparked further outrage. The hosts mock the "enraged" tone of the protesters and the sense of entitlement displayed during the confrontation.

No Brexit For You
Episode 875 20:33 - 24:46

875: No Brexit For You

Amy Schumer, Budweiser Campaign, Voter Shaming Video

Amy Schumer appears in a video informing citizens that their voting history is public record, a tactic the hosts label as "voter shaming." They discuss the failure of her recent Budweiser ad campaign with Seth Rogen and criticize the use of gratuitous profanity in political messaging. The segment also touches on a "Funny or Die" parody of "We Are the World" aimed at driving turnout.

Dehydrated in China
Episode 816 1:00:22 - 1:07:22

816: Dehydrated in China

Bono Senate Testimony, Comedy as Counter-Terrorism, Dadaism

U2 frontman Bono testified before a Senate subcommittee, suggesting that the U.S. should deploy comedians like Amy Schumer and Chris Rock to combat ISIS. He argued that mocking the "vanity" of extremist groups is more effective than violence, citing how the Nazis feared Dadaists and Surrealists. The testimony included a philosophical discussion on how materialism influences "machismo" in young men.

Heteronormative
Episode 747 3:00:19 - 3:02:54

747: Heteronormative

Celebrity Twitter Strategy for Podcast Growth

The hosts suggest a new listener initiative to pester high-profile celebrities on Twitter to listen to the show. By targeting active tweeters like Amy Schumer or Robert Downey Jr., listeners can help propagate the "No Agenda" formula to a wider audience.

Cricket Flour
Episode 725 33:18 - 35:37

725: Cricket Flour

Bill Nye's Commencement Speech and Comedy Central Appearance

Bill Nye received a $35,000 fee for a commencement speech at Rutgers University, a practice typically done for an honorary degree. Nye also appeared in a sketch on Amy Schumer's Comedy Central show regarding the universe. The segment mocks the idea of the universe "sending signals" to individuals for mundane life choices.