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We’re halfway to an EGOT on this brand new Go Fact Yourself!
In this episode…
Guests:
Phil Rosenthal is an Emmy-winning writer and producer, who went from producing and writing “Everybody Loves Raymond” to hosting “Somebody Feed Phil” – the Netflix series where he samples cuisine from around the world. He’ll tell us about some of his most memorable dishes.
Sarah Jones is a Tony-winning actor and writer, whose celebrated solo shows involve playing multiple characters – some of whom show up in this recording! Sarah and her characters can be heard on her acclaimed podcast, “America, Who Hurt You?”
Areas of Expertise
Phil: Stanley Kubrick, Hollywood restaurants, and the TV show “The Odd Couple.”
Sarah: 1990s East Coast hip-hop, the origins of New York accents, and dating apps.
What’s the difference: Better Safe than Sorry
What’s the difference between a safe and a vault?
What’s the difference between to repent and to atone?
With Guest Experts:
Lowell Ganz: Oscar-nominated writer, who’s responsible for more episodes of “The Odd Couple” than anyone else.
Adam Klugman: Collaborator and son of Jack Klugman, star of “The Odd Couple.”
Big Daddy Kane: Grammy-winning rapper and producer, known for his groundbreaking rhymes.
Spinderella: Grammy-winning DJ, rapper and producer, known for her work as a member of the group Salt-N-Pepa.
Hosts:
Credits:
Theme Song by Jonathan Green.
Maximum Fun’s Senior Producer is Laura Swisher.
Co-Producer and Editor is Julian Burrell.
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In this episode...
Guests
- Phil Rosenthal
- Sarah Jones
- Lowell Ganz
- Adam Klugman
- Big Daddy Kane
- Spinderella
About the show
Twice a month, host J. Keith van Straaten and co-host Helen Hong quiz the smartest celebrities they know to find out why they love what they love! Recorded before a live audience in downtown Los Angeles, this game show features comedians, actors, and musicians answering arcane questions on topics they claim to be experts in. But don’t worry; if they slip up, there are real experts on hand to give us the facts!
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