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The Chris Voss ShowThe Chris Voss Show Podcast – Running the Light: A Novel by Sam Tallent
Running the Light: A Novel by Sam Tallent
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A bona fide “instant classic” (Doug Stanhope) novel that tells the story of a road comic crashing and burning by acclaimed comedian Sam Tallent
Billy Ray Schafer stepped off the plane in Amarillo, Texas, with twenty-six hundred dollars tucked down the leg of his black ostrich-skin cowboy boot. He walked to baggage claim slowly, jelly-legged and nearing lucidity, coming out from under the Xanax he snorted before the flight.
Debauched, divorced, and cour...
2025-03-1628 min
Chubby BehemothHammers Out w/ Chris CharpentierSPONSORS: Chubbies: Support the show and take 20% off your Chubbies order with promo code CHUBBY20 at https://www.chubbiesshorts.com MyBookie:Use promo code CHUBBY to double your money on your 1st MyBookie deposit. Head to https://www.mybookie.website/CHUBBY BONUS EPISODES: https://www.Patreon.com/chubbybehemoth This week Chris Charpentier joins Nathan! They talk about Chris recently getting married. Chris has also been going to the gym to do his new favorite thing, went on a little mini-moon, and exp...
2024-10-281h 11Chubby BehemothDid You Say Fat Time?SPONSORS: Tushy: Support the show and get 10% off your 1st HelloTUSHY bidet order. Use code CHUBBY at https://www.hellotushy.com Turtle Beach: Support the show and get 10% off your entire Turtle Beach order. Use code CHUBBY at https://www.turtlebeach.com BONUS EPISODES: https://www.Patreon.com/chubbybehemoth This week the boys stayed in a prank hotel, went to Chris's wedding, and are coming to you from a bed. Nathan bonds with an Uber driver, feels like he is back with his younger self, and...
2024-10-211h 02Chubby BehemothHole Of BepoSPONSORS: TUSHY: Support the show and get 50% off your first Factor box, plus 20% off your next month with code CHUBBY50 at https://www.factormeals.com/CHUBBY50 MyBookie: Support the show get some MyBookie money on the house with code CHUBBY at https://mybookie.website/CHUBBY BONUS EPISODES: https://www.Patreon.com/chubbybehemoth This week the boys are coming to you from Rome with Chris Charpentier. The fellas talk about the cobblestones, missing-hand statues, and learning what Italian words mean. Sam has a new pla...
2024-08-231h 07
Stuff IslandCereal Scientist w/ Sam Tallent - Stuff Island #122Comedians Chris O'Connor and Tommy Pope are making all kinds of Stuff on the paytch. Each week they talk about anything & everything under the sun. Tommy also chefs up some delicious meals. It's a goddamn blast, folks- SUB TO PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/StuffIsland- SUB ON ITUNES: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stuff-island/id1448662475- SUB ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3QvnmWtMlJ0ZC9uUu1Vvdk- Follow Chris on IG: https://www.instagram.com/achrisoconnor/?hl=en- Follow Tommy...
2024-02-281h 07
The Loaded GoatFamily VisitAunt Nora and Uncle Ollie visit the Taylors and Aaron and Chris discuss why they may be the most annoying TAGS characters of all time.
2023-07-3126 min
The Loaded GoatBarney's PhysicalBarney is faced with new size requirements for deputies and literally has to grow into the role and Aaron and Chris discuss ways to get rid of hiccups.
2023-07-2420 min
The Loaded GoatOpie Loves HelenWe kick off season five with an episode where Aaron and Chris ponder how Opie has gotten this far without knowing that Andy and Helen are dating.
2023-07-1728 minChubby BehemothCertified Fried GoldSupport the show & get 20% off & free shipping at SheathUnderwear.com Promo code: CHUBBY Extra episodes at Patreon.com/chubbybehemoth Demonic Device. Wearing It. Smells Like Spring. Chris Charpentier. Nathan Lund and Sam Tallent are Chubby Behemoth
2023-07-101h 15
The Loaded GoatGomer Pyle, U.S.M.C.Gomer Pyle joins the marines as we close season 4 and kick off the series "Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C." Aaron and Chris also ranked the greatest television spinoffs of all time.
2023-07-0326 min
Chris Distefano Presents: Chrissy ChaosSam has Tallent | Chris Distefano is Chrissy Chaos | EP 124WELCOME to Chrissy Chaos! Chrissy Chaos is joined by comedian Sam Tallent! The two talk smoking crack, being married in comedy, how it is after you do the Joe Rogan Experience, fame is cancer, would you eat people?, Staten Island is KING, jerking off on the road, being in 4th place in your own life.SUPPORT THE SPONSORS TO SUPPORT THE CHAOSTake your freedom bells to the next level by going to Manscaped.com and get 20% off with free shipping with our discount code CHAOS. Get your independence back t...
2023-06-2055 min
The Loaded GoatBarney and Thelma Lou, PhffttBarney tells Gomer he has Thelma Lou in his hip pocket and that does not go over well. Meanwhile, Chris shows off his singing voice.
2023-06-1916 min
The Loaded GoatThe RumorBarney sees Helen and Andy kiss in the jewelry store, while Aaron and Chris discuss real-life Johnny Pauls.
2023-06-1217 min
The Loaded GoatThe Return of Malcolm MerriweatherMalcolm Merriweather returns and Andy sees an opportunity to give Aunt Bee a well-deserved break, but she doesn't want one. Meanwhile, Chris decides to give Aaron a break in leading the podcast with similar results.
2023-06-0518 min
The Loaded GoatFun GirlsThe Fun Girls, Daphne and Skippy, make a return to Mayberry and Chris reveals how much he hates them.
2023-05-2922 min
The Loaded GoatDivorce, Mountain StyleCharlene uses a bit of mountain folklore to divorce Dud and marry Andy as Aaron and Chris break down one of the few TAGS episodes where Barney is truly the hero.
2023-05-1516 min
The Loaded GoatAndy Saves GomerWith Barney away, Gomer tries to pay Andy back for "saving his life", while Aaron and Chris break down Andy's high-stakes plan for trying to stop him. And Floyd's back!
2023-05-0114 min
The Loaded GoatAndy's VacationAndy tries to take a vacation, but Barney and Gomer make it impossible. Aaron and Chris then explain why all of this is Andy's fault.
2023-04-2417 min
The Loaded GoatThe Song FestersAaron and Chris break down the episode where TAGS fans first learned that Jim Nabors, aka Gomer Pyle, had an amazing singing voice.
2023-04-1017 min
Stuff IslandStuff Island #75 - every day is ramadan w/ Sam Tallent- Comedians Chris O'Connor and Tommy Pope are making all kinds of Stuff on the patch.. Each week they'll talk about anything & everything under the sun. Twice a month Tommy cooks a delicious dish & twice a month they live stream VR Golf and Onward with fans. It's a goddamn blast, folks- SUB TO PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/StuffIsland- SUB ON ITUNES: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stuff-island/id1448662475- SUB ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3QvnmWtMlJ0ZC9uUu1Vvdk- Follow Chris on IG: https...
2023-04-061h 09
The Loaded GoatAndy and Opie's PalOpie and his new friend get into a fight over Andy's attention and Aaron and Chris discuss their one tiff.
2023-02-2722 min
The Loaded GoatBarney and the Cave RescueFilmmaker Chris Hudson joins us again to break down an episode where Andy and Helen get trapped in a cave, get out, and get back in to save Barney's morale.
2023-02-2028 min
The Loaded GoatThe Mayberry EffectFilmmaker Chris Hudson joins us to discuss his movie "The Mayberry Effect", which explores how The Andy Griffith Show has influenced individuals and audiences over many generations.
2023-02-1324 min
The Loaded GoatOpie and His Merry MenOpie and his buddies find themselves playing Robin Hood for someone who is all too eager to let them rob from the rich for him and Aaron and Chris break down the greatest Robin Hoods of all time.
2023-02-0627 min
The Loaded GoatCitizen's ArrestBarney gives Gomer a ticket for making a U-turn and Gomer returns the favor as Aaron and Chris break down one of the funniest TAGS episodes of all time.
2023-01-3028 min
The Loaded GoatA Date for GomerRandy Turner and Spirit Walker return to help Aaron and Chris break down what is perhaps the sweetest and most uplifting TAGS episode of all time.
2023-01-2328 min
The Loaded GoatUp in Barney's RoomAaron and Chris finally get to see where Barney lives until his landlord gives him the boot for having a hotplate.
2023-01-1612 min
The Loaded GoatOpie's Ill-Gotten GainOpie gets straight As until Ms. Crump tells him she made a mistake and Aaron and Chris ponder if she did the right thing.
2023-01-0920 min
The Loaded GoatA Black Day for MayberryAn armored car is headed to Mayberry as Aaron and Chris discuss reason #465 that Barney Fife would likely be fired from any other law enforcement agency.
2023-01-0215 min
The Loaded GoatGomer the House GuestGomer gets fired from the filling station and has to bunk with the Taylors while Aaron and Chris break down the worst roommates in pop culture history.
2022-12-2618 min
The Loaded GoatBriscoe Declare for Aunt BeeBriscoe declares his love for Aunt Bee and won't take no for answer and Aaron and Chris break down a TAGS episode that hasn't aged the best.
2022-12-1918 min
The Loaded GoatErnest T. Bass Joins the ArmyErnest T. Bass tries to join the army for reasons other than serving his country and Aaron and Chris break down the most memorable soldiers in pop culture history.
2022-12-0518 min
The Loaded GoatThe Haunted HouseAndy, Barney, and Gomer have to retrieve Opie's baseball from the old Remshaw House and Aaron and Chris break down the greatest haunted houses in pop culture history.
2022-11-2824 min
The Loaded GoatOpie the BirdmanWe kick off season 4 with one of the most endearing episodes in TAGS history and Aaron and Chris break down the most famous birds in pop culture history.
2022-11-2118 min
The Loaded GoatDogs, Dogs, DogsMayberry is overrun by a pack of dogs and Aaron and Chris break down the most famous canines in pop culture history.
2022-10-0319 min
The Loaded GoatThe RivalsOpie goes from having a crush on Karen to Thelma Lou and back to Karen, while Barney handles it like a champ. Meanwhile, Aaron and Chris break down the greatest school crushes in pop culture history.
2022-09-1919 minChubby BehemothPain BelowChris Charpentier. Rob Gleeson. Steven Agyei. Bacco. Live at High Plains Comedy Fest '22 Nathan Lund and Sam Tallent are Chubby Behemoth Extra episodes at https://www.patreon.com/chubbybehemoth
2022-09-131h 08
The Loaded GoatBarney's First CarWe celebrate our 100th episode as "Andy and Don" author Daniel de Visé returns to help us break down a TAGS class and Aaron and Chris go over the biggest lemons in pop culture history.
2022-09-1229 min
The Loaded GoatAndy's English ValetMalcom Merriweather makes his first appearance and Aaron and Chris break down the most famous butlers in pop culture history.
2022-09-0523 min
The Loaded GoatAunt Bee's Medicine ManAunt Bee gets taken by a man peddling elixir and Aaron and Chris break down the biggest medicine men in pop culture history.
2022-08-2220 min
The Loaded GoatAndy Discovers AmericaHelen Crump makes her debut and Aaron and Chris break down the meanest teachers in pop culture history (P.S. Helen is not on that list).
2022-08-1525 min
The Loaded GoatThe Great Filling Station RobberyBarney's use of surveillance produces great laughs but no arrest in this episode. Meanwhile, Aaron and Chris give a belated goodbye to Mayor Stoner and break down the worst mayors in pop culture history.
2022-08-0117 min
The Loaded GoatOpie and the Spoiled KidAaron and Chris determine that Arnold Winkler may be the most obnoxious child in TV history. They also revisit pop culture's biggest spoiled brats.
2022-07-2529 min
The Loaded GoatClass ReunionAaron and Chris revisit the Mayberry High School Class of '45's 18-year reunion and reminisce over some of the most memorable class reunions in pop culture history.
2022-07-1126 min
The Loaded GoatThe Loaded GoatHappy Fourth of July! Aaron and Chris break down the namesake for this podcast and ponder other good names for retro television show podcasts.
2022-07-0434 minChubby BehemothGo Get EmPart Time Bed. I/Me. This Pig Sucks. Chris Durant, Seth Milstein, and Baseball Robbie. Nathan Lund and Sam Tallent are Chubby Behemoth Extra episodes at https://www.patreon.com/chubbybehemoth
2022-06-271h 08
The Loaded GoatThe Bed JacketAaron and Chris break down an episode about Aunt Bee's birthday, fishing, and quid pro quo. To date, this is Chris' favorite Aunt Bee-centric episode.
2022-05-1618 min
The Loaded GoatConvicts-at-LargeChris Hollinghead returns to help us break down one of the most unique episodes in TAGS history.
2022-05-0947 min
The Loaded GoatThe Mayberry Band"Gunsmoke" historians SuzAnne and Gabor Barabas join us to discuss Parley Baer's and Howard McNear's iconic correction with the radio series and Aaron and Chris break down the worst marching band in television history.
2022-04-1138 min
The Loaded GoatAndy and Opie - BachelorsChris reveals his true feelings about Aunt Bee in an episode where she leaves town and Andy finds himself seeking advice from Floyd.
2022-03-1425 min
The Loaded GoatAndy and the New MayorMayberry gets a new mayor who learns the hard way about meddling in Andy's affairs. Aaron and Chris also ask: Just what kind of politician was Mayor Stoner?
2022-03-0728 min
The Loaded GoatA Face in the CrowdAaron and Chris revisit Andy Griffith's film debut where he gives the tour de force performance of his career. Don't forget to hit the mute button.
2022-02-0723 min
The Loaded GoatWhat it was, was FootballAaron and Chris revisit the monologue that put Andy Griffith on the map. Try not to spill your orange drank!
2022-01-3120 min
The Loaded GoatThe Bookie BarberFloyd gets an offer that's too good to be true, Barney dresses up like a woman for the first time, and Aaron and Chris answer a listener letter.
2022-01-0320 min
The Loaded GoatWedding Bells for Aunt BeeAaron and Chris break down the latest issue of Closer, featuring a "tell-all" from Ron Howard, and an episode where Clara first proves to be the worst giver of advice in town.
2021-12-2020 min
The Loaded GoatAndy and Barney in the Big CityAaron and Chris revisit an episode that reminds us of a time where you dressed up to travel and if you were really nice, you got a sack of sandwiches to take with you.
2021-12-1330 minChubby BehemothSave The DateTheoretical Poo. Funeral Pranks. Field Of Spiders. Chris Charpentier. Nathan Lund and Sam Tallent are Chubby Behemoth Extra episodes at https://www.patreon.com/chubbybehemoth
2021-11-151h 20
The Loaded GoatGuest of HonorAaron and Chris revisit the episode and one scene where Don Knotts could not stop laughing during each take, while a "guest of honor" nearly rips off all of Mayberry.
2021-11-0824 min
The Loaded GoatBarney and the ChoirAaron and Chris find out they sing as bad as Barney, whose singing voice is replaced with the voice of God. Literally.
2021-11-0126 min
The Loaded GoatJailbreakAaron and Chris ponder how Barney would fare against famous movie villains as we review "Jailbreak."
2021-10-1831 minChubby BehemothSavage Henry2nd Breakfast. Pig-O-Potamus. Chris & Bobby. Nathan Lund and Sam Tallent are Chubby Behemoth Extra episodes at https://www.patreon.com/chubbybehemoth
2021-10-111h 03
The Loaded GoatThe JinxRandy Turner makes a cameo to set the record straight on a Ford Thunderbird that keeps appearing in episodes and Aaron and Chris discuss what they would like to see in a TAGS prequel. They also break down an episode where people blame poor Henry Bennett for their troubles.
2021-10-1129 min
Chubby BehemothSavage Henry2nd Breakfast. Pig-O-Potamus. Chris & Bobby.
Nathan Lund and Sam Tallent are Chubby Behemoth
Extra episodes at https://www.patreon.com/chubbybehemoth
2021-10-101h 03
The Loaded GoatBailey's Bad BoyAaron and Chris discuss their current favorite shows and break down an episode where Andy teaches about being accountable for one's actions.
2021-09-2722 min
The Loaded GoatThe Farmer Takes a WifeAlan Hale, Jr., best remembered for playing the Skipper on "Gilligan's Island", plays the farmer so Aaron and Chris take a trip to Gilligan's Island with the president of the fan club.
2021-09-1340 min
The Loaded GoatThe Pickle StoryAaron and Chris can't agree on which is better: dill pickles or bread and butter pickles. However, they do agree that "The Pickle Story" is one of the best TAGS episodes ever.
2021-08-3032 min
The Loaded GoatOpie's Hobo FriendAaron and Chris break down a classic episode where Buddy Ebsen guest stars and explain the difference between hobos and bums.
2021-07-1926 min
The Loaded GoatAndy and the Woman SpeederAaron and Chris review an episode that is very similar to the "Danny Thomas Show" pilot and Chris recounts a time where he thought he bribed a police officer, but actually didn't.
2021-06-2824 min
The Loaded GoatNo Time for Sergeants (1955)Without the U.S. Steel Hour production of "No Time for Sergeants", there would be no "Andy Griffith Show". Aaron and Chris review the television production that launched Andy Griffith on a path to stardom.
2021-06-0735 min
The Loaded GoatThe Danny Thomas Show: "Danny Meets Andy Griffith"Taking breaks between seasons one and two, Aaron and Chris revisit The Danny Thomas Show episode that launched The Andy Griffith Show.
2021-05-3118 min
The Loaded GoatThe Guitar Player ReturnsA Mayberry celebrity returns and the show says goodbye to one of its most memorable characters as Aaron and Chris ponder what happened to Ellie Walker.
2021-05-2026 min
The Loaded GoatEllie Saves a FemaleTelevision gets its first makeover... ever, and Aaron and Chris break down an episode with message that may seem a little off 60 years later.
2021-05-0623 min
The Loaded GoatA Plaque for MayberryMayberry gets a participation award, Barney tries his hand at genealogy, and Chris has an existential crisis. "Give me plaque!"
2021-04-2927 min
The Loaded GoatThe New DoctorAaron educates Chris on "Matlock", Barney has low blood pressure, and Andy gets jealous when a new doctor moves to Mayberry.
2021-04-2628 min
The Loaded GoatCyrano AndyAaron rates his first "10 whistle" episode and Thelma Lou makes her first appearance as Aaron and Chris break down Andy's matchmaking hijinks.
2021-04-1922 min
The Loaded GoatAndy and the Gentleman CrookA famous crook has to spend a night in the Mayberry jail and Aunt Bee and Barney go crazy. Aaron and Chris break down Andy's disdain for all of it and why doing a podcast on TAGS is relevant today.
2021-04-1524 min
The Loaded GoatAndy Saves Barney's MoraleAndy leaves Barney in charge for the day and the jail gets packed. Aaron and Chris break down the episode, Barney's hair, and when having fun turns into making fun.
2021-04-1225 min
The Loaded GoatMayberry on RecordAaron and Chris break down maybe the only episode in history where a guy comes to town, gets people to invest in his business, and turns out to be honest.
2021-04-0827 min
The Loaded GoatAndy the Marriage CounselorAaron and Chris discuss one of the Andy Griffith episodes that doesn't age well, along with martial arts and being at the jail at all hours of the day.
2021-04-0528 min
The Loaded GoatAlcohol and Old LaceThe biggest gangsters in Mayberry turn out to be a couple of prim and proper sisters and Aaron and Chris talk about moonshine, aftershave, and whether the Morrison sisters knew what they were doing all along.
2021-04-0128 min
The Loaded GoatThe Beauty ContestMayberry goes crazy over a beauty contest and Aaron and Chris discuss outer and inner beauty and whether Andy and Ellie are dating.
2021-03-2923 min
The Loaded GoatThose Gossipin' MenAunt Bee and Emma pull a fast one on Andy and Barney and Aaron and Chris discuss gossip, peroxide, and young adult fiction.
2021-03-2525 min
Criticless Cast UnhingedZack Snyder's Justice League (& Tallent's dirty little Grey's Anatomy addiction)Zach Snyder has raised his dusty incomplete Justice League from the dead, finished it, and put a flashy new coat of paint on it...and now it's time to hash out if it's better than the lumbering Frankenstein's Monster that Joss Whedon patched together in 2017.
Time with Tallent (~1:40)
What the hell is the Snydercut (~7:00)
Who should and shouldn't see Justice League (~21:50)
Rotten Tomato Score Predictions (~37:20)
Spoilers Review forJustice League (~40:00)
Rotten Tomatoes Score Reveal and Reactions (~1:40:35)
Send off Songs
Join in and listen to the Critically Aroused send-off song...
2021-03-252h 06
The Loaded GoatThe Horse TraderAaron and Chris break down shaving, horse trading, and a lack of sponsors.
2021-03-2222 min
The Loaded GoatMayberry Goes HollywoodAaron and Chris discuss Hollywood, McGruff the Crime Dog, and being true to yourself.
2021-03-1820 min
The Loaded GoatStranger in TownAaron and Chris break down "Stranger in Town" and coming on too strong with people.
2021-03-1534 min
The Loaded GoatChristmas StoryAaron and Chris break down the only Andy Griffith Show episode to take place during Christmas and the challenges of holiday episodes in general.
2021-03-1134 min
The Loaded GoatEllie for CouncilAaron and Chris break down the trailblazing of Ellie Walker, sweet talking Barney Fife, and positive changes to television in the past 60 years.
2021-03-0828 min
The Loaded GoatA Feud is a FeudAaron and Chris revisit The Andy Griffith Show's first misfire, discuss the Hatfields and McCoys, and introduce a new episode rating system.
2021-03-0436 min
The Loaded GoatOpie's CharityAaron and Chris break down the first episode without Don Knotts, discuss starting a charity, worrying about what people think and similarities to Seinfeld.
2021-03-0135 min
The Loaded GoatAndy the MatchmakerAaron and Chris break down Andy's matchmaking skills, costume design, and justices of the peace.
2021-02-2534 min
The Loaded GoatThe Runaway KidAaron and Chris discuss how Opie walks like John Wayne, justices of the peace, and ratting on your friends.
2021-02-2236 min
The Loaded GoatIrresistible AndyAaron and Chris discuss Andy being the fool for the first time in the series, changes to the credits, and Opie's game.
2021-02-1935 min
The Loaded GoatEllie Comes to TownAaron and Chris discuss the arrival of Ellie Walker, addictions to sugar pills, and continuity errors versus conspiracy theories.
2021-02-1840 min
The Loaded GoatThe Guitar PlayerAaron and Chris go over "The Guitar Player," acid rain, inspirations for the movie "Footloose," and Barney's guitar playing.
2021-02-1731 min
The Loaded GoatThe ManhuntAaron and Chris discuss "The Manhunt", condescending state police, a potential connection to "Cool Hand Luke", and 10-4ing people.
2021-02-1629 minChubby BehemothPlaying ChickenHey Pops. PM Dawn to Stray Cats. It's Lurd. Chris Charpentier. Nathan Lund and Sam Tallent are Chubby Behemoth. Extra Episodes at https://www.Patreon.com/chubbybehemoth
2021-02-111h 22
The Loaded GoatThe New HousekeeperIn this first episode, Aaron and Chris break down the series pilot, "The New Housekeeper", naughty deputies, running away from home, Lynyrd Skynyrd, and whether or not Aunt Bee's dress is made of snakeskin.
2021-01-0543 minChubby BehemothUsed To StinkSelective Memory. Hip To The Jive. Feeding Pumpkins To Turtles. Chris and Brent. Nathan Lund and Sam Tallent are Chubby Behemoth. Extra Episodes at Patreon.com/chubbybehemoth
2020-12-041h 37
Criticless Cast UnhingedProject Power (& 321 League of Extraordinary Gentlemen)This week is Episode 25 and it's quite the special one, we have not one... but TWO special quest to treat you with and give a few fresh perspectives! Our regularly mentioned listener Chris Tallent and returning guest Kyle Gazak join Blaine to chat about the new Netflix original, R rated, Superhero flick Project Power.
(Shownotes)
Intro
News (~3:20)
Avatar the last Airbender on Netflix
AMC Anniversary
What's new with you (~12:50)
Chris- Absentia, The Expance, The Mask
_Kyle _- Star Trek Lower Deck, Clone wars, Star Wars Rebels
2020-08-261h 46