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MotherFu*kin' Dope (w/ Thomas Middleditch)Feb 12, 2019 · 38 minMatt & Scot join self-appointed park protector Pete Seapress (Thomas Middleditch) as he watches over Yellowstone National Park during the government shutdown.
Additional voices: Anosh McAdam
Music: The Cure - Boys Don’t Cry, Eddie Vedder - Hard Sun
Check out Thomas's touring improv show with Ben Schwartz, Middleditch & Schwartz!
And go see Under The Eiffel Tower, in select cities and On Demand starring our very own Matt Walsh!
Peace!- This is a Safe Space (w/ Brian Huskey)Jan 29, 2019 · 43 minThe fellas are joined by Phil Laverne (Brian Huskey), author of the adult anti-bullying book, Pajama Long, and part-time local jingle performer.
Additional Voices: Anosh McAdam
Music: Billy Bragg - New England, Cat Stevens - Wild World
- The Best of 2018 Vol.2 (w/ Carl Tart, Horatio Sanz, Ron Livingston, Lorraine Newman, & more!)Jan 4, 2019 · 57 minMatt & Scott reminisce on the year that was, as they bake holiday treats for all of our guests from 2018. Join us by the fire for volume 2 of our Best of's!
Featuring: Carl Tart, Horatio Sanz, Ron Livingston, Lorraine Newman, Brad Morris (twice!), Sam Richardson, Dan Van Kirk, Jacquis Neal, Edgar Momplaisir, Ali Ghandour, Dhruv Singh, and the real Jim McMahon!
Special Thanks to Cody Ziglar for being the John Hammond of our dinosaur park.
And special thanks to Brad Morris for always sinking threes off the bench in the 4th quarter.
Happy New Year!
- The Best of 2018 Vol.1 (w/ Rob Riggle, Paul F. Tompkins, Jason Mantzoukas, Jon Gabrus, & more)Jan 1, 2019 · 58 minMatt & Scott reminisce on the year that was, as they bake holiday treats for all of our guests from 2018. Join us by the fire for volume 1 of our Best of's!
Featuring: Rob Riggle, Paul F. Tompkins, Jason Mantzoukas, Kirby Howell-Baptiste, Ego Nwodim, Jon Gabrus, Will Hines, Jacquis Neal, Edgar Momplaisir, Bobby Lee, Dave Theune, and James Mastraieni!
Special Thanks to Cody Ziglar for being the John Hammond of our dinosaur park.
Happy New Year!
- Skating The Bean (w/ Edgar Momplaisir & Matt Apodaca)Dec 10, 2018 · 38 minMatt drops into the half pipe with Pro skateboarder and fashion model Nate Eagle (Matt Apodaca) and his clothing designer/sponsorship Lance Sparrow (Edgar Momplaisir).
Additional Voices by: Anosh McAdam
Music: Goldfinger - Superman, Millencolin - No Cigar
- A Sock Full of Bees (w/ Sean Clements & Hayes Davenport)Nov 19, 2018 · 33 minMatt gets a little too close to a story as he investigates the world of competitive eating contests with speed eating veterans Dean Monster (Sean Clements) and Michael Car (Hayes Davenport).
- The Home-seum on Haunted Hill (w/ Lorraine Newman & Brad Morris)Nov 5, 2018 · 42 minOn our post-Halloween Halloween episode, Matt & Scot spend two nights at the intimate Horror Movie Hall of Fame and 'Home-seum,' with owner and operator Gwyneth Franken-Fyne (Lorraine Newman). They also meet her son Bennett (Brad Morris) and one of her Air Bnb guests, Steve (Brad Morris).
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- It's All Part of The Plan (w/ Dhruv Singh & Ali Ghandour)Oct 22, 2018 · 35 minMatt gets a masterclass in running scams by two of America's most notorious conmen, Denton Yabank & Harry Katmandu (Dhruv Singh & Ali Ghandour)
Additional Voices: Anosh McAdam
- The Ticket Master (w/ Brad Morris)Oct 7, 2018 · 23 minIn this investigative ticketing special, Matt & Scot head on location to Wrigley Field to speak with renown ticket broker Paul Gandy about his unique approach to selling tickets.
- He's All That (w/ Jon Gabrus)Sep 24, 2018 · 40 minBefore his 30th high school reunion, Scot undergoes a complete body transformation with celebrity bio-trainer Lenny LeChest (Jon Gabrus).
- The Legend of Baggo Vance (w/ Dan Van Kirk)Sep 10, 2018 · 39 minMatt & Scot investigate the world of Cornhole, a.k.a. America's friendliest game. Cornhole champion Riki Budders (Dan Van Kirk) teaches them the lingo, how to toss a bag, and what it's like to learn your daughter is co-mingling with a rival team.
Additional voices: Kylie Chance
Featured music: "Mr. Roboto" by Styx
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- Any Given QuizBowl (w/ Ron Livingston)Aug 27, 2018 · 34 minMatt & Scot meet education-coach Walter Bates(Ron Livingston), as they investigate the hyper competitive world behind the Quizbowl. They quickly become concerned as Bates reveals his true nature.
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- 3:10 to Yama (w/ Bobby Lee)Aug 13, 2018 · 41 minMatt & Scot blur the lines between virtual reality, human emotion, and sexual exploration in this deep investigation into the life of Avatar coach Toby Yama (Bobby Lee).
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- Snitches Get Stitches & Stripes (w/ Dave Theune & James Mastraieni)Jul 30, 2018 · 39 minMatt & Scot investigate the emotionally charged world of NBA referees, with veteran officials, Dave Dungerton (Dave Theune) & James Naismith (James Mastraieni). They attend the player-referee orientation, visit referee training camp, and help Dungerton through a cathartic medical trauma.
- The God Bother (w/ Rob Riggle)Jul 16, 2018 · 42 minIn this religious explorative special, Matt & Scot head to Louisberg, KS to some quality time spend with associate pastor Tom Devin (Rob Riggle) to better understand how faith & civic duty intertwine in the American heart land.
Featured music: "Baggy Trousers" by Madness, "Under Pressure" by Queen & David Bowie, "Friends in Low Places " By Garth Brooks, "Poofters Froth Wyoming Plans Head" by Frank Zappa & The Mothers of Invention, "Can't
- Two Pods in a #Peetape - (UCBSL/Hooray Show Crossover 2)Jul 2, 2018 · 54 minMatt Walsh and Scot Armstrong bring the UCB Sports and Leisure podcast over to Bro Bro Studios to mix it up with Horatio Sanz, Brad Morris, Joe Nunez and Chad Krueger. The guys confront the dark mood of the country and ask "what we can we do to make it better?" Also, they improvise on the ideas of homelessness, immigration and even the merits of Culver City. Oh... and WE HAVE THE PEE TAPE(S)!!!
- Little House on the Left w/ Kirby Howell-Baptiste & Ego NwodimJun 18, 2018 · 26 minIn this investigative lifestyle special, Matt & Scot meet with famed Swedish micro realtor & tiny movement enthusiast Helveticä NüRoman (Kirby Howell-Baptiste) & her newest client, renown voice-actress Chartreuse Jenkins (Ego Nwodim).
Featured music: "Brand New Cadillac" by The Clash, "Our House" by Madness
- Royal Fumble w/ Dan Black & Alex NewmanJun 4, 2018 · 34 minIn this sports entertainment investigative speical, Matt meets with former professional wrestler "Stone Cold" Steve Austin (Alex Newman) & his live-in life coach & best friend Rich "The Fish" Santiello (Dan Black). Matt learns of Steves life post-retirement, the unique relationship with Rich, and more.
Featured music: Probot - I Am the Warlock, Rollins Band - What's the Matter Man, Patty Smyth - The Warrior, Chris Stapleton - Tennese Whiskey
- Daze of Futures Past w/ Rich FulcherMay 21, 2018 · 27 minIn this political analytical special, Matt travels to Washington DC to speak with political forecaster & professional handicapper Don Ready (Rich Fulcher) about his unique approach to election predictions
Featured music: Opportunities by Pep Shop Boys, The Royal Scam by Steely Dan
- Bonus Episode: Uglies in the Outfield w/ Paul F. TompkinsMay 14, 2018 · 13 minAs part of our Investigative Baseball Special, Matt & Scot spent time at Citi Fields with Mr. Met (Paul F. Tompkins) to discuss the particulars of his unique physical condition & the life of an MLB Mascot.
- The Met-churian Candidate w/ Paul F. TompkinsMay 7, 2018 · 44 minIn this grassroots baseball special, Matt & Scot spend time with renown baseball mascot & fledging politician, Mr. Met (Paul F. Tompkins). They learn how Mr. Met’s unique physical condition has affected his life, what it takes to be a good mascot, & his unique approach to grassroots campaigning.
Featured music: “Living for the City” by Stevie Wonder, “Piano Man” by Billy Joel
- Pig Hero 6 w/ Dan Lippert & Jon MackeyApr 23, 2018 · 31 minIn this Southern gastro special, Matt & Scot head to Columbia, NC to talk with renown BBQ pit masters Chet & Daniel Brickhouse (Dan Lippert & Jon Mackey) of the Brickhouse BBQ dynasty. We learn the secrets of rearing pigs, cooking the perfect roast, and more.
Featured music: "Got My Mojo Working" by Muddy Waters, "Down to the Waterline" by Dire Straits
- The Lying King w/ Jacquis Neal & Edgar MomplaisirApr 9, 2018 · 36 minIn this NBA All Star Special Matt & Scot travel to Branson, MO to meet NBA Hall-of-Famer Dikembe Mutombo (Jacquis Neal) & raising star Serge Ibaka (Edgar Momplaisir) for the opening night of their one-man show. Afterward, the Congolese combo offer Matt & Scot insight into their artist influences as well as the subtle differences between American & African pop-culture.
Featured music: Creedence Clearwater Reviival "Proud Mary", Kenny ROgers "The Gambler", The Turles "Happy Together".
- Audio Speedwagon (w/ Will Hines)Mar 25, 2018 · 32 minIn this captivating audio special, Matt & Scot talk with renown audio historian & sound preservationist Kyle Mestner (Will Hines) for an in-depth look at the art of saving & archiving the sounds of nature.
Featuring: Anosh McAdam
Featured music - "Sounds of Silence" by Simon & Garfunkle, "Southern Accent" by Johnny Cash
- A River Ruins Through It (w/ Sam Richardson)Mar 12, 2018 · 28 minIn this in depth Hollywood special, Matt & Scot track down failed NFL draft pick & former Sizzler’s night manager JaJohn Wenfry (Sam Richardson) at his latest venture as a profession film colorist. Matt & Scot follow JaJohn as he ramps up for award seasons and get caught up with how his experience at Sizzler’s influences his artist endeavors.
Featured music: "Fame" by Davie Bowie & "Only the Lonely" by Roy Orbson
- Live at the Frugal Muse (w/ Brad Morris, Claudia Wallace, & Holly Laurent)Feb 25, 2018 · 48 minRecorded live at the Frugal Muse book store in Chicago, Matt sits down with 3 renown authors to talk their process, influences, and how they discovered their love for the written word.
- What about Blotch? (w/ Jason Mantzoukas)Feb 11, 2018 · 36 minIn this behind-the-scenes conflict-resolution special, Matt & Scot air out their grievances with one another along side therapist, physician, & couples' consoler Dr. Alexander Blotch (Jason Mantzoukas). Dr. Blotch seeks out what caused the divide between Matt & Scot as well as what experimental practices they can use to mend it.
Featured music: “Gimme Gimme Shock Treatment” & Psycho Therapy” by The Ramones
- Bonus Episode: Jim McMahonFeb 5, 2018 · 17 minIn this ’85 Chicago Bears Special, Matt & Scot travel to the NFL Hall of Fame to interview two-time Super Bowl winner Jim McMahon.
- Any Gifting Sunday (w/ Haley Mancini & Owen Burke)Jan 25, 2018 · 33 minIn this Super Bowl LII special, Matt travels to St. Paul Minnesota to meet with renown actress, producer, and director Jodie Foster (Haley Mancini) for a whirlwind celebrity gifting tour sponsored by the NFL and curated by head-NFL product liaison Brad Hanford (Owen Burke).
Featured music: Cheer up Charlie, Autumn Leaves, & Winter Song by Leslie Odom Jr., NFL Theme song, The Lombardi Trophy (Reprise) by David Robidoux
- Ball is Life(w/ Carl Tart)Jan 15, 2018 · 32 minIn this embedded sports special, Matt & Scot head on location with renown businessman & sports figure LaVar Ball (Carl Tart) for an exclusive inside look into what keeps his Big Baller Brand empire and the demanding requirements of being a father of 3 rising basketball stars.
featured music: "School Days" by Chuck Berry, "Basketball" by Bow Wow
- Best of '17 Vol. 2Dec 31, 2017 · 1 hr 10 minUCB Sports & Leisure's Matt Walsh & Scot Armstrong celebrate the holidays & the past year by curating a collection of some of their favorite interviews from 2017. Sit back, relax, & welcome in the holidays by enjoying UCBS&L's Greatest Hits of 2017 Vol. 2.
In order of appearance:
Rob Huebel
Lauren Lapkus
Dan Troy
Ryan Stanger
Jon Gabrus
Horatio Sanz
Joe Nunez
Anne Lane
Drew Tarver
Brad Morris
James Underdown
- Best of '17 Vol. 1Dec 18, 2017 · 1 hr 2 minUCB Sports & Leisure's Matt Walsh & Scot Armstrong celebrate the holidays & the past year by curating a collection of some of their favorite interviews from 2017. Sit back, relax, & welcome in the holidays by enjoying UCBS&L's Greatest Hits of 2017 Vol. 1
In order of appearance:
Dan Van Kirk
Brad Morris
Madeline Wager
Drew Tarver
Brennan Lee Mulligan
Matt Besser
Andy Daly
Madeline Walter
- A New Dope (w/ Bobby Moynihan)Dec 9, 2017 · 28 minIn this investigative entertainment special, UCBSL’s Matt & Scot head to Skywalker Ranch for an exclusive interview with Star Wars super collector & official Skywalker Ranch museum docent Ken Gentle (Bobby Moynihan) in preparation of for the release of Star Wars: The Last Jedi.
Additional voice: Cody Ziglar
Featured music: Star Wars Theme, Cantina Theme, and Duel of Fates by John Williams
- A Bjork Boxtröll Thankgiving (w/ Madeline Wager)Dec 3, 2017 · 33 minIn this investigative holiday special, Matt & Scot reunite with famed Icelandic singer & visionary, Bjork (Madeline Wager) as she prepares for her first family Thanksgiving since reuniting with her estranged father Charlie Boxtröll. Bjork gives UCBS&L exclusive access to her new home as well as an inside peak into the dynamics of her father-daughter relationship.
- Top Fun (w/ Rob Heubel)Nov 18, 2017 · 37 minIn this investigative aviation special, Matt & Scot track down renown maverick-pilot & friend of the stars Brock Branson (Rob Heubel), younger brother of business magnate Richard Branson. Brock gives UCBSL exclusive access to his top-of-the line private air-taxi service as well as a behind the scenes look into what it’s like mingling with his extensive network of wealthy elite.
Music: “Eat the Rich” by Motorhead, “Police & Thieves” by Junior Murvin, and ad music by https://www.bensound.com
- Bonus Episode: Ready Player None (w/ Brad Morris)Nov 12, 2017 · 16 minDuring a brief vacation to New Orleans, Matt & Scot ran into troubled former Super Bowl Rookie Liaison turned Popeyes Drive-Thru Operator Devin Tackberry (Brad Morris). Being a friend of the show, Matt & Scot invited Devin to take part in a "Park-cast" as they drive the streets of The Big Easy, hoping to cure Devin's bad luck.
- Sold Mountain (w/ Lauren Lapkus)Nov 2, 2017 · 36 minIn this investigative social media special, Matt & Scot head on location to beautiful Provo, Utah to meet social media influencer & Bowl of Soul Blog owner Meeegan Bunters (Lauren Lapkus). After showcasing her home workspace & lifestyle, Matt & Scot follow Meeegan on her biggest project yet: a branded-expedition to Mount Everest courtesy of National Geographic.
Additional voices: Anosh McAdam
High on a Mountain Top by Loretta Lynn, Hot Child in the City by Nick Gilder
- Replays of the Condor (w/ Matt Besser)Oct 29, 2017 · 44 minIn this embedded investigative football special, Matt & Scot head on location to New York City to speak with Instant Replay Specialist, Keith Prevett (Matt Besser) to get a hands on demonstration of the NFL’s instant replay technology. After a tense start, Matt & Scot learn of an alternative application of Keith’s skillset; offering his services by making real-time play-by-play judgement calls on the conflicts & problems of everyday Americans.
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Featured music: “Somebody’s Watching Me” - Rockwell, “Been Caught Stealing” - Jane’s Addiction
- Bonus Episode: The Foreign Supremacy (w/ Drew Tarver, Brad Morris, & James Underdown)Oct 20, 2017 · 8 minAs a consequence of our hard-hitting investigative political special, Scot is nursed back to health thinks to the combined efforts of Matt, Mikhail Prokhorov (Brad Morris), Congressman Dr. Noah Troy (Drew Tarver), & Fireman Pete (James Underdown).
Featuring: Drew Tarver, Brad Morris, & James Underdown
- The Foreign Identity (w/ Drew Tarver, Brad Morris, & James Underdown)Oct 10, 2017 · 29 minIn this hard-hitting investigative political special, Matt & Scot head on location to Pioneer Point, MA for a first hand look into a recently open Russian political-black site managed by Russian Billionaire & Brooklyn Nets owner, Mikhail Prokhorov (Brad Morris) with help from renown surgeon & newly minted Congressman Dr. Noah Troy (Drew Tarver). Following the loss of the compound from a mysterious fire, Matt & Scot are joined by famed Chicago Fire Marshall Fireman Pete (James Underdown) in hopes of cracking the case.
Feature: Drew Tarver, Brad Morris, & James Underdown
Music: Incinerate - Sonic Youth
- Escape from Trash Mountain (w/ Andy Daly & Madeline Walter)Oct 9, 2017 · 39 minOn this philanthropic investigative special, Matt & Scot head on location to Trash Mountain, IA to take part in legendary sports broadcaster Dick Pepperfield’s annual Celebrity Golf Pro-Am. After a successful day on the green, Matt & Scot probe Pepperfield & his steward Lena Lümpbottom about the eccentric nature of their growing community & Dick’s strained family connection to the Disney Empire.
Show Instagram: www.instagram.com/ucbsl/
Show Twitter: twitter.com/ucbsl
- Slight at the Museum: Part 2 (w/ Brad Morris)Oct 2, 2017 · 26 minIn part two-part of our embedded, investigative, advertising special, Matt & Scot continue their tour of the National Super Bowl Commercial Hall of Fame from founder & curator Henry Thibodeaux (Brad Morris).
Show Instagram: www.instagram.com/ucbsl/
Show Twitter: twitter.com/ucbsl
- Slight at the Museum: Part 1 (w/ Brad Morris)Sep 24, 2017 · 25 minIn this two-part embedded, investigative, advertising special, Matt & Scot head on location to Manchester, NY to visit the National Super Bowl Commercial Hall of Fame for a personal tour from former commercial copy writer & current curator Henry Thibodeaux (Brad Morris).
Show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ucbsl/
Show Twitter: https://twitter.com/ucbsl
- Bonus Episode: Days of BlunderSep 10, 2017 · 13 minIn this co-sponsored investigative racing special, Matt & Scot team up with industry powerhouse Isotoner Gloves as they travel to Daytona to interview legendary NASCAR driver Gale Bernhart about the wondrous properties of Isotoner Gloves.
- The Basement Tapes: Vol. 2Sep 2, 2017 · 26 minPlucked deep from within the UCB Sports & Leisure vaults, The Basement Tapes is an audio retrospective cataloguing the history of hosts Matt Walsh & Scot Armstrong’s comedic foundations & their evolution over the past 3 decades. This special is a collection of previously lost materials, unseen stage performances, & favorite memories over the years featuring appearances from John Gemberling, Colton Dunn, Jon Stewart, and more.
Music by: Toboggan & Dudebird
Special thanks to: Kellan Meador & Anosh McAdams
- The Basement Tapes: Vol. 1Aug 21, 2017 · 30 minPlucked deep from within the UCB Sports & Leisure vaults, The Basement Tapes is an audio retrospective cataloguing the history of hosts Matt Walsh & Scot Armstrong’s comedic foundations & their evolution over the past 3 decades. This special is a collection of previously lost materials, unaired prank calls, & favorite memories over the years featuring appearances from Ian Roberts, H. Jon Benjamin, Bobby Moynihan, and more.
Music by: Toboggan, Dudebird, & Starball
Special thanks to: Kellan Meador & Anosh McAdams
- This American Strife (w/ Jon Daly)Aug 7, 2017 · 34 minIn this educational life-style special, Matt & Scot follow famed actor Kelsey Grammer (Jon Daly) as he makes the leap into the realm of podcasting. Kelsey grants unprecedented access to a decadent tour-de-four as they follow him to Santa Anita to visit the prized thoroughbred horse stables, wrapping up with a guided tour of Kelsey’s new state-of-the-art home podcast studio/rehabilitation center.
Additional voices: Robby Wagner, Wes Martinez, & Sandra Saad
Featured Music: Who’s Got the Action by Dead Martin, If Drinking Don’t Kill Me Her Memory Will by George Jones
- Bonus Episode: Boogie Bytes (w/ James Eason)Jul 30, 2017 · 9 minMatt & Scot follow up with Commercial VR Liaison Peter Boxxon (James Eason) to watch the premiere of Mark Wahlberg’s interactive “virtual” PSA for Home Dog LA.
Feature: James Eason
- Boogie Slights (w/ Daniel Van Kirk & James Eason)Jul 21, 2017 · 32 minIn this investigative entertainment special, Matt & Scot head on-location to visit famed actor, musician, and burger impresario Mark Wahlberg (Dan Van Kirk) during a charity event for Home Dog LA. After getting a tour of his expansive trailer, Matt & Scot are granted unprecedented behind-the-scene's access to Wahlberg's physically intensive acting regime.
Featuring: Dan Van Kirk & James Eason
Music: Good Vibrations by Marky Mark & The Funky Bunch, Money for Nothing by Dire Straits
- Bonus Episode: Heavenly Bother (w/ Brad Morris & Pat Walsh)Jul 14, 2017 · 9 minIn the leaked informational exclusive, the UCB Sports & Leisure Tapes Team presents the infamous meeting between The Pope & President Donald Trump.
Featuring: Brad Morris & Pat Walsh.
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