Laugh-In Theater #6 Dumb and Dumber with Jennifer Smith

In the sixth episode of Laugh-In Theater, host Andy Atherton is joined by Jennifer Smith (Freak-Out Drive-In) to do a live watch of the 1994 comedy, Dumb and Dumber. They discuss the betrayal that almost dooms Harry and Lloyd’s friendship; Jenny’s interest in becoming a bartender; the legend of Sea Bass; the insane haircuts sported by the two main characters; all of the birds in the movie including poor Petey; the Pretty Woman-esque montage; and the Farrelly Brothers setting most of their movies in Providence. So, don’t spill the salt, suck back on grandpa’s old cough medicine, and don’t forget it’s okay, I’m a limo driver!

Laugh-In Theater #5 Forgetting Sarah Marshall with Russell Sellers

In the fifth episode of Laugh-In Theater, host Andy Atherton is joined by Russell Sellers (90 To Nothing) to do a live watch of the 2008 comedy, Forgetting Sarah Marshall. The guys discuss Jason Segal’s penchants for full-frontal nudity; the debut of Russell Brand; rough breakups and getting over exes; what it would be like to live in Hawaii; the plethora of very funny supporting characters; and of course, all of the great quotable lines throughout the movie. Hop on a plane for Oahu, grab a drink at the bar with Duane, get a hug from Kemo and ride a wave with Kunu. 

Laugh-In Theater #4 - Ghostbusters w/Tim Capel

In the fourth episode of Laugh-In Theater, host Andy Atherton is joined by Tim Capel (Talk N’ Pop, Marvel Age Podcast) to do a live watch of the 1994 comedy Ghostbusters. The guys discuss the character archetypes in the Dan Ackroyd penned script; the scenes that can be remarkably scary to young kids; the multitude of great quotable lines; the 80’s hair, fashions, trends and products featured throughout; whether or not the special effects hold up today. Grab your proton packs , hop in Ecto-1 and please do not forget, don’t cross the streams!

Laugh-In Theater #3: Swingers with Todd Weber

In the third episode of Laugh-In Theater, host Andy Atherton is joined by Todd Weber (Binge, Please) to do a live watch of the 1996 comedy, Swingers. The guys relive their twenties as well as relate to the experiences of Mike, Trent, Sue and Rob; remark about the nineties fashion as well as the resurgence of swing and big band music at the time; the guerilla filmmaking that director Doug Liman had to employ; the fresh-faceness of Vince Vaughn and Jon Favreau; and try their hardest to get through the many cringeworthy scenes. Get on your finest suit and go over and get yourself a beautiful baby because you’re money!

Laugh-In Theater #2 - History of the World Part 1 with Glenn Butler

In the second episode of Laugh-In Theater, host Andy Atherton is joined Glenn Butler (The Glenn Butler Podcast Hour Spectacular) to do a live watch of the 1981 comedy, History of the World Part 1. The guys gush on about the greatness of the comedy of Mel Brooks as well as the stellar cast featuring Dom Deluise, Harvey Korman, Sid Caesar, Madeline Kahn, Gregory Hines and Cloris Leachman; the old style of humor from the early days of comedy you don’t see much of these days; which of the many sections of the movie is their favorite; the cavalcade of cameos; and of course, the endless number of quotable lines that have stuck with them over the years. So get ready for a history lesson you won’t soon forget.

Laugh-In Theater #1: Caddyshack

In the premiere episode of Laugh-In Theater, host Andy Atherton is joined by his Year In Pop co-host Scott Criscuolo to do a live-watch of the 1980 comedy classic, Caddyshack. The guys talk about the great cast headlined by Chevy Chase, Rodney Dangerfield, Ted Knight and Bill Murray; the origin of the story that was based on the Murray brothers real-life experiences as caddies growing up; the comedy genius of Harold Ramis & Doug Kenney; the love/hate relationship fans have with the gopher; the behind the scenes stories of weather issues, constant partying and dissention amongst the cast and the plethora of quotable lines from the movie. So make sure you get your caddy card signed, grab a Baby Ruth and don’t forget to “be the ball.”