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The Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeGod's Ted TalkIf the world makes no sense and you're grasping for answers, you're in luck. Here's God--yes, THAT God--to explain everything.   Written and produced by Bob Merlotti. Voices by David Pasquesi, Dave Gerbosi, Russell Arons, Meg Ruddy, and Will Becton. Music, sound design, and mix by David Gerbosi. 2025-02-0302 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeDeath of Democracy (repost)American history will be made this week, and the week after that (it's how history works). But if you don't want to wait, here's a spoiler! Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by David Pasquesi, Andy Bobrow, Meg Ruddy, Dave Gerbosi, and Bob Merlotti. Music, sound design, and mix by David Gerbosi. 2025-01-2004 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeBarbra: One Singular Note There's only one Barbra Streisand, and in her latest offering to her adoring fans, there's only one note. Written, directed, and produced by Bob Merlotti. Vocals by Kathy Nagler. Voices by Kathy Nagler, Dennis Ryan, Chris Cady, Monica Orozco, and Katherine Pryor. Sound design, music, and mix by Dave Gerbosi. 2024-04-0802 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeBags of BrothersTired of the same old World Wars on Netflix? Then hold onto your camo shorts, because you're ready for the next level of combat entertainment! Written, directed, and produced by Bob Merlotti. Voices by David Pasquesi, Andy Bobrow, Kathy Nagler, Meg Ruddy, Chris Cady, Dave Gerbosi, and Bob Merlotti. Sound design, music, and mix by Dave Gerbosi. 2024-02-1903 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeIt's a Young Man's GameIt's time for the game show that answers the question, "How badly do you want to be on television?" Park your dignity at the studio door and humiliate yourself for fame, cash, and merchandise! Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by Andrés duBouchet, TV's John Montgomery, Meg Ruddy, Chris Cady, Russell Arons, Dave Gerbosi, and Bob Merlotti. Sound design, music, and mix by Dave Gerbosi. 2023-12-0404 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungePuerta al Cielo WaterWhen you want the very best in bottled water, when price is no object and your moral compass hasn't left the junk drawer in years, reach for an ice-cold Puerta al Cielo! Let the parched naysayers call it "blood water"--we call it thirst-quenching!  Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by Andrés duBouchet, Chris Cady, and Russell Arons. Sound design, music, vocals, and mix by Dave Gerbosi. 2023-11-0603 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeCongressional Hand JobFinally, a bipartisan podcast you can share with friends across the political spectrum! We consider this a modern spin on School House Rock's "I'm Just a Bill"--with a happy ending. Voices by Andrés duBouchet, Dave Gerbosi, Russell Arons, and Bob Merlotti. Sound design and mix by Dave Gerbosi. 2023-07-3102 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeThe American Bidet CompanyWhy haven't bidets caught on in the U.S.? We definitely consume enough Taco Bell products to warrant their use. Finally, there's an American-made bidet that'll make you squat down and take notice! Voices by Barry Burdiak, Andrés duBouchet, Kathy Nagler, Russell Arons, Dave Gerbosi, and Bob Merlotti. Sound design, music, and mix by Dave Gerbosi. 2023-06-2102 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeFunky BarbaroThe New York Times' hugely popular podcast "The Daily," hosted by Michael Barbaro, provides listeners with in-depth reporting and analysis on the important issues of the day. But until now, you couldn't dance to it.  Written by Bob Merlotti.  Mix by Dave Gerbosi.2023-05-1502 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeNewman's OwnThe recent HBO documentary about Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward drew critical raves and fresh tomatoes. But there's more to the story, as we recently learned by bugging the Newman's Own boardroom. Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by David Pasquesi, Russell Arons, and Dave Gerbosi. Sound design and mix by Dave Gerbosi.2022-09-2604 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeWe Had a Good RunOnce in a blue election cycle, an artist emerges with their stubby finger on the faint pulse of the nation. Share this alternative national anthem with a patriot who's bullish about America! Written by Bob Merlotti. Vocals, music, and mix by Dave Gerbosi.2022-09-1905 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeNFL Halftime ShowEven the most rabid NFL fan can watch only so many concussions before they crave an expert to analyze those concussions. This halftime show has everything you'll ever need. Ever. Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by Andrés duBouchet, David Pasquesi, Andy Bobrow, Patrick Schumacker, Kathy Nagler, Chris Cady, Barry Burdiak, Meg Ruddy, Dennis Ryan, TV's John Montgomery, Dave Merhar, Dave Gerbosi, Susan Gerbosi, Dave "News" Hughes, and Bob Merlotti.  Sound design and mix by Dave Gerbosi.2022-09-1203 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeToaster OvenSome days you're the fly, some days you're the windshield, and some days you stick your hand in a toaster oven. Written by Bob Merlotti. Voice by David Pasquesi, and introducing "Luna" and "Wolfie."  Mix by Dave Gerbosi.2022-09-0502 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungePantone 2022 Color of the YearIt's time to paint over Pantone Color of the Year 2021 with a sassy new selection. Color us mixing a strong drink. Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by Kathy Nagler, Barry Burdiak, Meg Ruddy, and Stevie Sant'Angelo. Mix by Dave Gerbosi.2022-08-2904 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeDeckswabber NATired of non-alcoholic beers that lack gusto? Hoist three sheets to the wind with the bold new NA brew that's cresting with flavor! Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by David Pasquesi, Barry Burdiak, Chris Cady, Meg Ruddy, Kathy Nagler, Dennis Ryan, TV's John Montgomery, Dave Gerbosi, and Bob Merlotti. Music and mix by Dave Gerbosi.2022-08-2202 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeApostle Status Meeting Monday (repost)Due to popular condemnation, we've decided to line this instantly-infamous sketch up with the liturgical calendar. Perhaps we'll make this an annual event, like Edward G. Robinson smoking unfiltered Camels in The Ten Commandments. Voices by David Pasquesi, Barry Burdiak, Andrés du Bouchet, Andy Bobrow, Dennis Ryan, Dave Gerbosi, Meg Ruddy, and Bob Merlotti.  Mix and music by Dave Gerbosi. 2022-04-1805 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeThe Learning CasinoVegas has Roman-themed casinos, French-themed casinos, and the most populous culture, Douchebag-themed casinos. But until now, there's never been a casino that shows gamblers how casinos eke out a living. Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by Andrés du Bouchet, Kathy Nagler, Meg Ruddy, Dennis Ryan, Barry Burdiak, Dave Gerbosi, and Bob Merlotti.  Mix and music by Dave Gerbosi.2022-04-1202 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeNight at the SoHo HouseHollywood elites are just like you and me, except far better looking and with NFT Bored Ape Yacht Club money. Now, for the first time, hear for yourself what lovely people they are when the cameras are off. Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by Andrés du Bouchet, Helen O'Brien, Meg Ruddy, and Dave Gerbosi.  Mix and music by Dave Gerbosi. 2022-04-0504 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeDomestic Foreign CorrespondentForeign correspondents are invaluable, bringing us news from dangerous locales at great personal risk. It's vital they take every precautionary measure possible to stay safe--in fact, we encourage them to really get creative with it.  Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by David Pasquesi, Meg Ruddy, and Chris Cady.  Mix and music by Dave Gerbosi. 2022-03-2902 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeApostle Status MeetingThe events leading up to Easter Sunday have been studied by biblical scholars for centuries. But what happened immediately after? "Let he, she, or they who have ears hear." (Matthew Podcast 11:15).  Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by David Pasquesi, Barry Burdiak, Andrés du Bouchet, Andy Bobrow, Dennis Ryan, Dave Gerbosi, Meg Ruddy, and Bob Merlotti.  Mix and music by Dave Gerbosi. 2022-03-1805 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeThe AVN AwardsIt's awards season here in Hollywood, which means not only interminable, self-aggrandizing speeches, but also dragging older legends up on stage for young, attractive people to applaud for not being dead yet.  Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by Andrés du Bouchet, Meg Ruddy, Barry Burdiak, and Helen O'Brien.  Mix and music by Dave Gerbosi. 2022-03-0903 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeBlues in Your EarholeWe don't normally promote other podcasts, but we're making an exception this week because we're unabashed blues aficionados, and want to help this singularly-talented artist gain new fans.   Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by Andy Bobrow and Shannon Bobo, Music by Dave Gerbosi. And introducing vocalist Felix "Polecat" Johnson, as himself. 2022-03-0105 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeThe Town Crier PharmacyIn this impersonal era, where patients are reduced to numbers, it's heartening to find a pharmacy that still approaches health care the old-fashioned way.  Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by Andrés duBouchet, Katherine Pryor, and Chris Cady,  Music and mix by Dave Gerbosi. 2022-02-1503 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeThe HJ AppHolding down several jobs, yet still struggling to make ends meet? Now you can fill your rapidly dwindling free time with positive cash flow!   Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by David Pasquesi, Andrés duBouchet, Andy Bobrow, Barry Burdiak, Chris Cady, Dennis Ryan, Katherine Pryor, Dave Gerbosi, Bob Merlotti, and Tikki Simons. Music and mix by Dave Gerbosi. 2022-02-0902 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeHobo BabyWho rides the rails in a car seat and uses a discarded spray paint can as a rattle? Our precocious new character, Hobo Baby. Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by Andrés duBouchet, Barry Burdiak, Dave Gerbosi, Dennis Ryan, and Patches, the Mangy Coyote. Music and Mix by Dave Gerbosi. 2022-01-3103 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeThe ToastOur cherished friends seem to be dropping like flies. But instead of going, "Yuck, a dead fly," we're sad. The least we can do is send them off properly.  Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by Andrés duBouchet, David Pasquesi, Chris Cady, Kathy Nagler, and Dave Gerbosi. Mix by Dave Gerbosi. 2022-01-2402 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeThe Doldrums: Masking Holiday Joy EditionThe Ghost of Christmas Buzzkill is back with his signature blend of dystopian potpourri. He may be an independent, but he caucuses with the Grinches.  Written by Bob Merlotti. Voice by David Pasquesi. Sound design and mix by David Gerbosi. 2021-12-2308 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeKatie Couric interviews George Clooney's PenisTenacious journalist. Insightful interviewer. Who else but Katie could coax a famously reclusive subject out of its denim lair? Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by Kathy Nagler, Helen O'Brien. and Dennis Ryan. Music, sound design, and mix by David Gerbosi. 2021-12-0704 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeRing PlusThere can't possibly be yet another "plus" streaming service, can there? Yes there is, and you're going to fucking make room for it. Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by Barry Burdiak, Katherine Pryor, David Gerbosi and Kathy Nagler. Music, sound design, and mix by David Gerbosi. 2021-11-1003 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeUnfinished OrsonA lost Beatles song. An unearthed Rembrandt. Absolute trash compared to a recently discovered film by our greatest American filmmaker. Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by Andrés DuBouchet, Andy Bobrow, Dennis Ryan, Kathryn Pryor, Chris Cady, Dave Gerbosi, and Bob Merlotti. Music, sound design, and mix by David Gerbosi. 2021-10-0705 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeBudget BondExcited about the new Bond movie? We have good news and bad news. It's here, but the most exotic locale is Des Moines.  Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by Kathy Nagler, Andy Bobrow, Andrés DuBouchet, Meg Ruddy, Dave Gerbosi, and Dennis Ryan. Sound design and mix by David Gerbosi. 2021-09-2805 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeDeath of DemocracyHa! Don't be a silly goose, democracy isn't in peril!  It has at least another four or five months!  Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by David Pasquesi, Andy Bobrow, Meg Ruddy, Dave Gerbosi, and Bob Merlotti. Music, sound design, and mix by David Gerbosi. 2021-09-2104 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeTurn Back the Clock DayCollege football is here again, with its school spirit, pageantry, and traditions. Haunting, troubling traditions.  Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by David Pasquesi, Andrés duBouchet, and Bob Merlotti. Special appearance by Ross Barnett as "himself." Music, sound design, and mix by David Gerbosi. 2021-09-1403 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout Lounge"Exit Poll"Tarantino's not the only one who gets to futz with history. In your heart, you know this candidate would take Ohio. Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by Andrés duBouchet, Chris Cady, Meg Ruddy, Dave Gerbosi, and Dennis Ryan. Mix by David Gerbosi. 2021-08-0203 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout Lounge"That's as Far as We Got"If you've been yearning for us to cram 10 pounds of comedy into a 5 pound laugh sack, this is your lucky podsnack day. Introducing the Doc Octopus of sketches.  Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by Kathy Nagler, Andy Bobrow, Katherine Pryor, Barry Burdiak, Meg Ruddy, Monica Orozco, Dennis Ryan, Chris Cady, Dave Gerbosi, Dave Hughes, Bob Merlotti, and Humpy the Wonder Platypus. Original music, sound design, and mix by David Gerbosi. 2021-07-2604 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeFreedom Huff (repost)With anti-vaxxers digging their Skechers in and COVID variants surging, we're reposting one of our most downloaded sketches as a public service. Share it with somebody you'd like to see stuck with a needle. Or a shiv.  Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by David Pasquesi, David Gerbosi, Katherine Pryor, and Kathy Nagler. Chanting by Dennis Ryan & the Cheesemongers. Mixed by David Gerbosi. 2021-07-1902 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeThe EmpathCBS takes a back seat to no network when it comes to dramas with their finger on our faint national pulse. The origin story here alone is worthy of a People's Choice Award nomination. Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by Andrés duBouchet, Kathy Nagler, Katherine Pryor, Meg Ruddy, David Gerbosi, and Bob Merlotti. Mixed by David Gerbosi. 2021-07-1203 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeWhen Your Head is Up Your AssThe decision to get vaccinated or not doesn't have to be confusing--just listen to someone who's survived several pandemics. Written by Bob Merlotti. Song vocals by David Gerbosi, and voices by Andrés duBouchet, Kathy Nagler, Bob Merlotti, and Susan Gerbosi. Mixed by David Gerbosi. 2021-07-0503 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeRBG's Final DissentThe Notorious RBG had one last legal opinion to get off her dissent collar. Tune in for her SCOTUS send-off. Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by Lori Alan and Dennis Ryan. Mixed by David Gerbosi. 2021-06-2805 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeProposition 23Tired of logjammed government?  Then support Proposition 23, and let's get our elected officials working for us again! Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by Andrés duBouchet, Meg Ruddy, Katherine Pryor, David Gerbosi, and Bob Merlotti. Mixed by David Gerbosi. 2021-06-2102 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeCNN Presents: The 2020s (repost)Almost two years into the new decade, and this look back seems more on-target than ever. Join us as we relive the decade you're about to live! Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by David Pasquesi, Andy Bobrow, Kathy Nagler, Meg Ruddy, David Gerbosi, and Bob Merlotti. Mixed by Dave Gerbosi. 2021-06-1402 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeThe Doldrums: Summer Fun (repost)Pools are open, ice cream trucks are out, and the disappointment index is higher than the humidity. Join our dystopian DJ for a run down of why to stay inside. Written by Bob Merlotti, and DJ played by David Pasquesi. Mix by Dave Gerbosi. 2021-06-0707 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeFrom the Annals"You need a theme song," the so-called podcast experts insisted. But still, we resisted. Voices by Dennis Ryan, Dave Gerbosi, Kathy Nagler, Katherine Pryor, and Bob Merlotti. Recorded at Green Lake Studios, Chicago Studios, Chicago Studios West, and mixed by Dave Gerbosi. 2021-05-0304 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeOscar In Memoriam (repost)Oscar ratings are at an all-time low. But we're here to help--we know people will tune in to a train wreck.   Voices by Andy Bobrow, David Pasquesi, Kathy Nagler, Meg Ruddy, Dave Gerbosi, and Bob Merlotti. Recorded at The Network Studios, and mixed by Dave Gerbosi. 2021-04-2603 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeFirst Responders Bar & Grill They're first on the scene when disaster strikes, but who rescues those who rescue? First Responders Bar & Grill, that's who. Voices by Barry Burdiak, Kathy Nagler, Dave Gerbosi, Dennis Ryan, and Bob Merlotti. Recorded at Quilted Studios West and on the Great Midwestern Plains, and mixed by Dave Gerbosi. 2021-04-1802 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeJim Carrey Plays Andy Kaufman Playing Jim Carrey Playing Andy KaufmanA tour de force performance by our most beloved Kaufmanesque actor is winning hearts and generating early Oscar buzz. Voices by Andy Bobrow, Dennis Ryan, Barry Burdiak, Dave Gerbosi and Bob Merlotti. Recorded at Quilted Studios West and on the Great Midwestern Plains, and mixed by Dave Gerbosi. 2021-04-1202 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungePandemic 2: One Germ DaredScientists predict another pandemic is inevitable. Discover how it'll start in this Fallout Lounge exclusive. Voices by Dave Gerbosi, Meg Ruddy, Barry Burdiak, Dave Hughes, Katherine Pryor, Monica Orozco and Bob Merlotti. Recorded and mixed by Dave Gerbosi. 2021-03-0101 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeDeath of an App DeveloperAdvancing technology renders us all obsolete, whether your name's Wall-E or Willie. Voices by David Pasquesi, Kathy Nagler, Andy Bobrow, Barry Burdiak, Dave Gerbosi, and Bob Merlotti. Recorded and mixed by Dave Gerbosi. 2021-02-2204 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeMillennial PlayboySavvy marketers know that as a brand matures, it must adjust its messaging to remain relevant to new customers. Here's a textbook example. Voices by Meg Ruddy and Bob Merlotti. Recorded and mixed by Dave Gerbosi. 2021-02-1502 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeRacist Johnny AppleseedWhen the police are stretched thin, our new character steps forward to lend a friendly handcuff. Voices by Andy Bobrow, Kathy Nagler, and David Pasquesi. Johnny Appleseed Theme sung by Dave Gerbosi and Bob Merlotti. Recorded and mixed by Dave Gerbosi. 2021-02-0102 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeGiant Taste CheeseIt's the brand new product with the big, irresistible taste. What's our secret? Tune in and find out! Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by David Pasquesi, Katherine Pryor, Kathy Nagler and Dave Gerbosi. Recorded and mixed by Dave Gerbosi. 2021-01-2502 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeEarly Bird Cowboy In a return to his iconic role, Jon Voight travels to New York and finds the city as warm and inviting as it was 50 years ago.   Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by Dave Gerbosi, Kathy Nagler, Katherine Pryor, Meg Ruddy, Bob Merlotti, and a special appearance by Oscar™-winner Jon Voight. Recorded and mixed by Dave Gerbosi. 2021-01-1802 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeFreedom HuffTired of doing even the bare minimum to slow the spread of COVID-19? Now you can do even less! Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by David Pasquesi, Katherine Pryor, Dave Gerbosi, and Kathy Nagler. Portions of chanting performed by the Von Trapps of Green Lake, Wisconsin: Dennis, Maureen, Zoe, and Grace Ryan, as well as TV's John Montgomery and Bob Merlotti. Recorded remotely, and mixed by Dave Gerbosi. 2020-08-3102 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeFosse: The Auditions"Break a leg" wasn't just a show biz bromide to creative genius Bob Fosse. Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by Geoffrey Cantor, Andy Bobrow, Kathy Nagler, Meg Ruddy, and Dennis Ryan. Recorded at Gotham Podcast Studio, and mixed by Dave Gerbosi. 2020-08-2402 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeDisappointing AnimalsNature is beautiful and awe-inspiring. Except when it's disgusting and pathetic. Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by Kathy Nagler, Shannon Bobo, and Dave Gerbosi.  Recorded at The Network Studios, and mixed by Dave Gerbosi. 2020-08-1703 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeThe Ted Williams Show!Craving something original in a talk show? We threw away the desk on this one. And the chair. Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by Geoffrey Cantor, David Pasquesi, Dave Gerbosi, and Bob Merlotti.  Recorded at Gotham Podcast Studio, and mixed by Dave Gerbosi. 2020-08-1002 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeCramworldYou probably think all adult superstores are alike. Not so! Savvy consumers demand value for their perv dollar. Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by David Pasquesi, Andy Bobrow, Kathy Nagler, TV's John Montgomery, and David Gerbosi. And introducing "Timmy." Recorded at The Network Studios. Mixed by Dave Gerbosi. 2020-08-0302 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeLoud ASMRAutonomous sensory meridian response, or ASMR, is soothing, mysterious, even sensual. But not to worry, we've fixed all that. Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices: Katherine Pryor and Dave Gerbosi. Recorded at home and mixed by Dave Gerbosi. 2020-07-2703 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeYellow Urine VitaminsFinally, a vitamin so effective, you can actually see it working.  Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices: Stevie Sant'angelo, Jillian Maryonovich, Katherine Pryor, Kathy Nagler, Andy Bobrow, and David Gerbosi. Recorded at Gotham Podcast Studios and at various homes. Mixed by Dave Gerbosi. 2020-07-0603 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeThe Doldrums: "Summer Fun" EditionIs summer the worst season, or simply not as good as the other three? Our favorite misanthropic DJ explores this and other sunburning issues.  Written by Bob Merlotti. Voice: David Pasquesi. Mixed by Dave Gerbosi. 2020-06-2907 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungePost-Lockdown Tinder TipsReady to get back to dating after the lockdown? HAHAHAHAHAHA!!! Oh, wait, you're serious? Then listen to this.  Written by Bob Merlotti. Voice: Kathy Nagler.  Recorded at Kathy Nagler's Ping-Pong Table, and mixed by Dave Gerbosi. 2020-06-2202 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeOscar In MemoriamWe'd like to thank the talented dead celebrities who made this sketch possible. Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices: Andy Bobrow, Kathy Nagler, David Pasquesi, Meg Ruddy, TV's John Montgomery, David Gerbosi, and Bob Merlotti. Recorded at Network Studios in Culver City, and mixed by Dave Gerbosi. 2020-06-1503 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeComedians in Spaceships getting CoffeeElon Musk has proven manned space travel can be inexpensive and routine. What now? Here's the next giant leap for Musk kind. Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices: Geoff Cantor, Bob Merlotti, and Kathy Nagler. Recorded at Gotham Podcast Studio in New York, and mixed by Dave Gerbosi. 2020-06-0802 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeThe Morning ShowAfter Early Today, Good Morning, America, and Live with Kelly and Ryan, comes the show for viewers who have a more relaxed approach to waking up during quarantine.  Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices: Andy Bobrow, Kathy Nagler, and Meg Ruddy.  Recorded at Network Studios in Culver City, and mixed by Dave Gerbosi. 2020-06-0101 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeFamily CrestPlease welcome our newest sponsor, the DNA testing company that gives you the results you truly want.  Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices: David Pasquesi, Kathy Nagler, Andy Bobrow, Meg Ruddy, TV's John Montgomery, Dave Gerbosi.  Recorded at Network Studios in Culver City, and mixed by Dave Gerbosi. 2020-05-2502 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeWhite Supremacist JeopardyYou know what they say: there's a thin line between a virulent racist and a game show contestant with a targeted category focus. P.S. We love you, Alex! Written by Bob Merlotti. Vocals: Geoff Cantor, David Gerbosi, and Katherine Pryor. Recorded by VOs in self-quarantine, and mixed by David Gerbosi. 2020-05-1802 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeSoul HospiceThere's a national debate raging about when to restart the economy, given that reopening it too soon could lead to the deaths of thousands. Fortunately, we can count on corporations to take the moral high ground, as shown in this sketch.  Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices: Stevie Sant'angelo, TV's John Montgomery, Jillian Maryonovich, David Gerbosi, and Bob Merlotti.  Recorded at Network Studios and Gotham Podcast Studios, and mixed by David Gerbosi.       2020-05-0401 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeThe Doldrums - The Great Indoors EditionIf presidential briefings and spending time with your family haven't pushed you over the edge yet, this world-weary DJ ought to do it. Written by Bob Merlotti. Voice: David Pasquesi. Recorded by David Pasquesi and mixed by David Gerbosi.     2020-04-2707 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeI'm a Porn WatcherIf you're going to spend your home imprisonment giving yourself a hand, you may as well sing about it. Please listen to completion.  Written by Bob Merlotti. Vocal: David Gerbosi.  Recorded and mixed by David Gerbosi.   2020-04-2002 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeJigsaw World RecordYou're sequestered, you're bored...how about a jigsaw puzzle to pass the time? With dedication and practice, you, too, may someday bask in the professional jigsaw circuit limelight, like these 1000-piece masters.  Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices: David Pasquesi and Kathy Nagler.  Recorded at The Network Studios and mixed by David Gerbosi.   2020-04-1303 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeThe Comfort TruckIn times like these, snake oil salesmen emerge, eager to take advantage of the most vulnerable among us. Don't fall for scams, and if you're struggling with your mental health, find a professional to help. Not this guy. Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices: David Pasquesi and Meg Ruddy. Recorded at The Network Studios and mixed by David Gerbosi.   2020-04-0601 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeClyde Dawson, Self-taught SurgeonYou're washing your hands and avoiding touching your face, doing everything you can to keep virus-free. But is there an alternative? One medical maverick says, "Boy howdy, is there!" Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices: David Pasquesi, Kathy Nagler, Andy Bobrow, TV's John Montgomery, Meg Ruddy, and David Gerbosi. Recorded at The Network Studios and mixed by David Gerbosi.   2020-03-3002 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeDeath of a PresidentHow does a Commander in Chief pass the time upon leaving office? Some croak. Not all of them, of course. But the good ones usually go belly up.  Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices: Andy Bobrow and TV's John Montgomery. Recorded at The Network Studios, and mixed by David Gerbosi.   2020-03-2301 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeCNN presents, "The 2020s"You binge-watched CNN's "The 1960s," "The 1980s" and "The 2000s." So why wait ten years "The 2020s" when we already know how they'll play out?  Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices: TV's John Montgomery, David Pasquesi, Andy Bobrow, Kathy Nagler, Meg Ruddy, Dave Gerbosi, and Bob Merlotti. Recorded at The Network Studios, and mixed by David Gerbosi.   2020-03-1602 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeSeason 1, Volume 3 AnthologyHere's every sketch from the last round of Season One, lovingly curated like a Whitman's Sampler of wrong. Now you can listen to each laugh-til-you-tear-cartilage podsnack in one glorious sitting, catching up like you promised you would but never did with "The Crown." Then review us! And share. Seriously, share it with friends, family, and most importantly, complete strangers. We need the listeners and, frankly, don't care what happens to you. Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by David Pasquesi, Geoffrey Cantor, Andy Bobrow, Kathy Nagler, Shannon Bobo, Med Ruddy, Dennis Ryan, David Gerbosi, Mike Casentini, and Bob...2020-02-1025 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeGrandpa's AtticThere's nothing like hanging out with Grandpa to learn things you can't learn anywhere else. Like stories about when Bill Cosby endorsed pudding! And if you're lucky, Grandpa will take you exploring in the attic. Who knows what you'll find there! Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices: Andy Bobrow, Kathy Nagler, and David Gerbosi. Recorded by Michael Casentini at The Network Studios. Mixed by David Gerbosi.2019-12-2302 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeThe Doldrums - Holiday EditionBONUS EPISODE. Our favorite DJ is back with a special holiday message of hopelessness and despair. Starring David Pasquesi. Written by Bob Merlotti, and mixed by David Gerbosi. A big, jolly, morbidly-obese Santa thank you to all who listened this year. Happy holidays!2019-12-2005 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeSebastian the Self-Driving CarSelf-driving cars are one of the most exciting tech developments of the not-too-distant future. Naturally, there are a few AI kinks to work out first. You've signed the service agreement, haven't you? Written by Bob Merlotti. Voice: Andy Bobrow, Kathy Nagler, and David Gerbosi. Recorded by Michael Casentini at The Network Studios. Mixed by David Gerbosi.2019-12-1603 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeProsthetic Head ManWhen every other superhero has a scheduling conflict, who can a besieged metropolis turn to? None other than the Decapitated Dynamo himself, Prosthetic Head Man! Written by Bob Merlotti. Voice: Andy Bobrow, Shannon Bobo, and Bob Merlotti. Recorded by Michael Casentini at The Network Studios. Mixed by David Gerbosi.2019-12-0902 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeHitler's Return to StandupAfter a fall from grace, what's the proper amount of time an icon should serve penance before returning to standup? "The Daily's" Michael Babaro explores. Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices: David Gerbosi, Andy Bobrow, Kathy Nagler, and Michael Casentini. Recorded at The Network Studios by Michael Casentini. Mixed by David Gerbosi. That's not actually Michael Babaro. But it really is Hitler.2019-12-0203 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeTinder Tips 2The weather's getting chilly and the holidays are approaching, so if you want some hot cinnamon-spiced action, listen up. Close your Tinder app and open your ears to the best dating advice since "make potpourri and stay home." Written by Bob Merlotti. Voice: Kathy Nagler. Recorded at the Network Studios by Michael Casentini. Mixed by David Gerbosi.2019-11-2501 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungePolitical Slogan Focus GroupCampaign slogans aren't chosen randomly, they're the product of tireless hours of scientific research. Here's a peek behind the mirror at an actual politician's focus group. Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices: Andy Bobrow, Meg Ruddy, Shannon Bobo, David Gerbosi, Bob Merlotti. Recorded at Eleven Sound by Jeff Payne and Jordan Meltzer. Mixed by David Gerbosi. No actual politicians were harmed in the making of this recording.2019-11-1803 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeFrontier™ Personal LubricantYour romantic dry spell is over. Introducing Frontier™ brand personal lubricant, brought to you by none other than everyone's favorite celebrity cowboy, Sam Elliott. Written by Bob Merlotti. Voice: Geoffrey Cantor. Mixed by David Gerbosi. Celebrity voice is a big fake.2019-11-1102 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeSeason 1, Volume 2 AnthologyNo longer must you incessantly search for the next comedy sketch like some sort of common laborer. Here are all of your favorite round 2 Fallout Lounge podsnacks, all in one place. Hit "play" and luxuriate in your exquisite guffaws. Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by David Pasquesi, Andy Bobrow, Kathy Nagler, Shannon Bobo, Meg Ruddy, Dennis Ryan, Julie "Golden" Dubensky, TV's John Montgomery, Shellynne Vontoure, and Bob Merlotti. "Eternity Pillow," "A Pill Too Far," "Pantone Color of the Year," "Trump Statue," "Sarcasm Lawyer," and "Binge Bunker" recorded at Eleven Sound by Scott Crisp. "Snapchat Zapruder" recorded at...2019-10-1620 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeGood News/Bad NewsThe media delivers too much bad news and not enough good news, right? This sketch fixes that problem by alternating equal measures of both. You're welcome. Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by Lori Alan and David Pasquesi. Lori Alan was recorded at Eleven Sound by Jeff Payne and Jordan Meltzer. Mixed by Jordan Meltzer at Eleven Sound. Additional mixing by Mike Luebbers at Redline Creative Group.2019-08-0602 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeSnail CrashToo often we cast a blind eye to snail-on-snail violence. Written by Bob Merlotti. Voice: Jordan Meltzer. Recorded and mixed by Jordan Meltzer at Eleven Sound. Additional editing by Mike Luebbers at Redline Creative Group.2019-08-0601 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeThe DoldrumsA cynical, world-weary DJ who plays only depressing music = comedy. Written by Bob Merlotti. Voice: David Pasquesi. Mixed by Jordan Meltzer at Eleven Sound. Additional editing by Mike Luebbers at Redline Creative Group.2019-08-0603 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeDiner SketchHere's a little something we call "Diner Sketch," mainly because it's a sketch which takes place in a diner. Short, but it has a little of everything–just like a good diner. Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by Lori Alan, Andy Bobrow, Chandler Bolt, and Meg Ruddy. Bonus: Promo for a fabulous new CBS quiz show (voices by Andy Bobrow, Kathy Nagler, and Meg Ruddy). Recorded at Eleven Sound by Jeff Payne and Jordan Meltzer. Mixed by Jordan Meltzer at Eleven Sound. Additional mixing by Mike Luebbers at Redline Creative Group.2019-08-0601 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeTinder TipsWhether you're new to dating apps or an embittered veteran, these tips will enhance your pathetic online experience. Written by Bob Merlotti. Voice by Kathy Nagler. Bonus: Promo for a riveting new CBS action drama (voices by Meg Ruddy, Chandler Bolt, and Jeff Payne). Recorded at Eleven Sound by Jeff Payne and Jordan Meltzer. Mixed by Jordan Meltzer at Eleven Sound. Additional mixing by Mike Luebbers at Redline Creative Group.2019-08-0602 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeSchool Yard Rock – "Don't Get Shot!"School House Rock made it fun to learn numbers and the alphabet. Now you're ready for the practical stuff. Lyrics by Bob Merlotti. Vocal by Faith Graham. Arranged, recorded and mixed by Austin Schupe at Shindig Music + Sound.2019-08-0602 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungePaper-Adjusting NewsAny talking head can read from a teleprompter; true journalists also possess the ability to expertly handle a stack of paper. Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by Andy Bobrow and Kathy Nagler. Bonus: A rib-tickling new comedy from CBS (voices by Meg Ruddy and Bob Merlotti). Recorded at Eleven Sound by Jeff Payne and Jordan Meltzer, and mixed by Jordan Meltzer.2019-08-0601 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeFloss ClubQuick, what's the optimum length of floss to tear off? You don't know, do you? This will clear things up. Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by Shannon Bobo and Chandler Bolt, recorded at Eleven Sound by Jeff Payne and Jordan Meltzer, mixed by Jordan Meltzer.2019-08-0602 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeDebutante DadsDebutante balls would be far more tolerable if the dads were introduced instead of the debutantes. Written by Bob Merlotti. Voice by Lori Alan. Recorded at at Eleven Sound by Jeff Payne and Jordan Meltzer, and mixed by Jordan Meltzer.2019-08-0602 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeSnapchat ZapruderEven the most jaded Kennedy assassination enthusiast will be dumbfounded by this latest blockbuster development. Written by Bob Merlotti. Voice by Andy Bobrow. Recorded at The Network Studios by Mike Casentini, and mixed by David Gerbosi.2019-06-1202 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeThe Eternity PillowFrom the sleep-deprived mind of the “My Pillow” guy, the last pillow you’ll ever need! Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by TV’s John Montgomery, Meg Ruddy, Shannon Bobo, and Bob Merlotti. Recorded at 48 Windows by Scott Crisp, and mixed by David Gerbosi.2019-06-1204 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeA Pill Too FarBig Pharma takes a lot of crap, but they care about you—often, more than they can say. Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by Meg Ruddy and Kathy Nagler Recorded at 48 Windows by Scott Crisp and The Network Studios by Mike Casentini. Mixed by David Gerbosi.2019-06-1202 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungePantone Color of the YearRed State? Blue State? Pantone’s Color of the Year selection may be our country’s last hope at bringing us all together. Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by Julie “Golden” Dubensky, Meg Ruddy, Shannon Bobo, and Shellynne Vontoure. Recorded at 48 Windows by Scott Crisp, and mixed by David Gerbosi.2019-06-1202 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeTrump StatueWhat would our 45th president have to do to get a statue? You’ll find the answer right here. Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by Meg Ruddy, Shannon Bobo, TV's John Montgomery, and Bob Merlotti. Recorded at 48 Windows by Scott Crisp, and mixed by David Gerbosi.2019-06-1202 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeGavin Chamberlain, Sarcasm LawyerWhen the facts are stacked against you and you’re looking at serious time, who can you turn to? None other than Gavin Chamberlain, Sarcasm Lawyer. Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by David Pasquesi, TV's John Montgomery, Julie “Golden” Dubensky, and Bob Merlotti.2019-06-1203 minThe Fallout LoungeThe Fallout LoungeThe Binge BunkerThe end of democracy and the planet Earth got you down? Eat away your cares, in the only chain restaurant that understands your need to depression gorge. Written by Bob Merlotti. Voices by TV's John Montgomery, Shannon Bobo, Dennis Ryan, and Bob Merlotti.2019-06-1202 min