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Laker Jim’s Fletch CastFletch at 40: The Legacy Lives on...Send us a textFour decades after Chevy Chase first donned the Lakers cap as Irwin Fletcher, we're celebrating Fletch's 40th anniversary by exploring its remarkable cultural footprint that continues to expand across generations.In this episode, we reunite after a long break to share Jake's pilgrimage to Fletch's actual apartment building (still standing at 827 4th Street in Santa Monica) for his 50th birthday. We also unveil a bittersweet surprise: George Wendt's final recorded message, created just days before his passing. The beloved actor who portrayed Fat Sam shares memories of working with Chevy and...
2025-06-051h 13
Laker Jim’s Fletch CastInterview: Tom Scott & the original music to FletchSend us a textEPISODE 39: TOM SCOTTHis name is on the poster. His name is on the trailer. So why isn't his music in the movie? When Grammy Award-winning musician Tom Scott ventures into Cabana One, located at Fletch Cast Studios, you know you're in for a tapestry of musical tales that threads through the heart of Hollywood's musical scene. Our conversation with this legendary composer unwraps the enigma surrounding the "Fletch" soundtrack, and we're traveling down memory lane with a man whose legacy is as rich as the tunes he's crafted...
2024-01-301h 19
Laker Jim’s Fletch CastInterview with Dana Wheeler Nicholson (Fletch)Send us a textEpisode 38 - Interview with Dana Wheeler-Nicholson We're cracking open the nostalgia vault in our latest episode as we're joined by the talented Dana Wheeler-Nicholson, the captivating beauty from the movie 'Fletch'. Dana pulls back the curtain on her exhilarating journey in showbiz, starting from her first foray into acting, straight through to her stellar breakthrough at a tender age of 23. With a hearty serving of laughter, Dana narrates the amusing anecdotes from the 'Fletch' set, including Chevy Chase's improvisation antics and the peculiar intermissions between takes.As we jumped between decades...
2023-10-021h 15
Laker Jim’s Fletch CastThat Pederast, Hanrahan!Send us a textEPISODE 37:FletchCast is Back! In our latest session, to kick off Season 4, we journeyed through the entire Fletch novel series, discussing the intricate ins and outs of our favorite character, Fletch. Hold on to your hats, folks! Our lively banter about plot twists will keep you on your toes. Fletch Pop-Culture: SCRUBS makes a mention of Fletch and we discuss a bit of (show creator) Bill Lawrence's history with Fletch. We've got some delectable tidbits about the new Fletch movie script being penned by none other than...
2023-08-171h 03
Laker Jim’s Fletch CastSquealing like a pig with Jordan Lund (Fletch Lives)Send us a textEPISODE 36: Interview with Jordan LundThe FletchCast crew sits down with actor Jordan Lund who played the Deputy Sherif, one of our favorite roles, in "Fletch Lives." We talk with Jordan about his start in the business, his theater training, what it was like behind the scenes of Fletch Lives, Lock Up, and Doc Hollywood. During this 1 hour sit-down, Lund speaks out about his co-stars and the improv with Chevy Chase that turned into the some of the most memorable moments of the Fletch sequel...and of course, he gives us t...
2023-01-3159 min
Laker Jim’s Fletch Cast'Twas the Night before Fletchmas SpecialSend us a textEPISODE 35: 'Twas the Night before Fletchmas!!!The holidays are upon us once again, and as 2022 wraps, Fletchmas is in full swing. Laker Jim, Jake, and Big Bob discuss Geena Davis' new book "Dying of Politeness" where she reveals how her character was named Larry. The crew dives deep into the movie "Hoodwinked" and detail every Fletch reference ... and believe me, there's a lot. The boys exchange gifts and discuss a Fletch version of Elf on a Shelf, Moonriver at Midnight and more. Then Santa stops by to read the...
2022-12-2335 min
Laker Jim’s Fletch CastDirector Greg Mottola RETURNS!Send us a textEPISODE 34: Greg Mottola RETURNSThe FletchCast crew sits down again with Writer/Director/Executive Producer/Friend of the Show Greg Mottola, to talk more about Confess Fletch Mottola talks candidly about breaking the Fletch curse - trying to make a movie that is their own, but still paying homage at times to the iconic Chevy Chase version from the 1980's. Greg plays "Fletch Either Or" and answers questions from Fletch Fans. Greg gives us an exclusive that he has officially been contracted to write Fletch's Fortune, while Confess premiers in the U...
2022-12-071h 03
Laker Jim’s Fletch Cast"Ask Anything" Fletch Fan Q&A Call-In ShowSend us a textEPISODE 33: All Fan Q&A Call-In ShowAn entire episode dedicated to the fans.... Laker Jim, Jake, and Big Bob spotlight the listeners while taking your calls & questions all show long with the best caller winning a Confess Fletch hat straight from the set of the new movie. Who will don this incredible cap? Listen and find out!FLETCHCAST VOICEMAIL HOTLINE (# CURRENTLY TBA)Leave us a voicemail with a comment or question: - the voicemail is open & available 24/7FletchCast is Your Ultimate source...
2022-11-2352 min
Laker Jim’s Fletch Cast"Confess Fletch" Movie Review (SPOILERS)Send us a textEPISODE 32: Confess Fletch Movie Recap & Review.SPOILER ALERT: Laker Jim & the FletchCast crew break down the new "Confess, Fletch" movie with a spoiler filled review of the Jon Hamm/Greg Mottola approach to the 2022 version of Irwin M. Fletcher fresh from the pages of the 1978 Gregory McDonald novel. CONFESS FLETCH OFFICIAL TRAILER:https://youtu.be/pb2Pu5EjC1s(watch along with our analysis)FLETCHCAST VOICEMAIL HOTLINELeave us a voicemail with a comment or question: (267) 714-6799...
2022-10-0645 min
Laker Jim’s Fletch CastInterview with Director Greg Mottola (Confess, Fletch)Send us a textEPISODE 31: Interview with Greg MottolaThe FletchCast crew sits down with Writer/Director/Executive Producer of the new movie "Confess, Fletch", Greg Mottola, to talk about how he and Jon Hamm got this project off the ground and across the finish line after 33 years of failed attempts. Mottola talks about the movie making process and the challenges of navigating through the world of Fletch - trying to make a movie that is their own, but still paying homage at times to the iconic Chevy Chase version from the 1980's. Greg discusses J...
2022-09-1559 min
Laker Jim’s Fletch CastConfess Fletch Trailer Breakdown & Easter EggsSend us a textEPISODE 30: Official Full Trailer Breakdown ---- The FletchCast crew kicks off Season 3 with the release of the full official trailer. We discusses scene by scene the new "Confess, Fletch" footage, the stuff we've seen before, and the stuff that has CHANGED gearing up limited theatrical release and debut on Premium Video-on-Demand Sept. 16, 2022. What changed temporarily and what is gone forever?CONFESS FLETCH OFFICIAL TRAILER:https://youtu.be/pb2Pu5EjC1s(watch along with our analysis)L...
2022-09-0653 min
Laker Jim’s Fletch CastConfess' Release Date Announced!Send us a textEPISODE 29: Breaking News ... "Confess, Fletch" Release date & detailsThe FletchCast crew discusses the announcement that "Confess, Fletch" will have a limited theatrical release and debut on Premium Video-on-Demand Sept. 16, 2022 before premiering on Showtime Oct. 28, 2022.FLETCHCAST VOICEMAIL HOTLINELeave us a voicemail with a comment or question: (267) 714-6799 - the voicemail is open & available 24/7FletchCast is Your Ultimate source for everything Fletch: the books, the movies, & the latest news about our favorite journalistic reporter, Irwin M. Fletcher. Host: James "La...
2022-07-1927 min
Laker Jim’s Fletch CastLeaked "Confess, Fletch" Mini Teaser Trailer BreakdownSend us a textEPISODE 28: Exclusive "Confess, Fletch" Mini Teaser Trailer BreakdownEXCLUSIVE FIRST LOOK! Laker Jim and the Fletch Cast crew get their hands on a not yet released mini teaser trailer for "Confess,Fletch." In this episode, we break down scene for scene what we saw, what we think is going on, and where this footage might take us next! FLETCHCAST VOICEMAIL HOTLINELeave us a voicemail with a comment or question: (267) 714-6799 - the voicemail is open & available 24/7FletchCast is Your Ultimate source for everything Fletch: the...
2022-05-3126 min
Laker Jim’s Fletch CastNo Longer a Gray Area, John Slattery to Play FrankSend us a textEPISODE 27: No Longer a Gray Area, John Slattery to Play FrankJon Hamm let the cat out of the bag as far as what Fletch character John Slattery is going to play. Listen to Laker Jim, Jake, and Bob pay tribute to the "Frank" character made famous by legendary actor Richard Libertini and what John Slattery can bring to the role of Fletch's old newspaper editor. FLETCHCAST VOICEMAIL HOTLINELeave us a voicemail with a comment or question: (267) 714-6799 - the voicemail is open & available 24/7FletchCast...
2022-05-1728 min
Laker Jim’s Fletch Cast“Confess Fletch” headed to Streaming!Send us a textEPISODE 26: Confess Fletch...Theater or Streaming? We Have the answer!Greg Mottola gives us the exclusive news that "Confess, Fletch" movie has been sold to a streaming network. Listen to Laker Jim and Jake speculate as to what streaming service Fletch might land on. We listen to a clip of Jon Hamm on Brian Baumgartner's "Off the Beat" Podcast who gives us clues as to what we can expect. FLETCHCAST VOICEMAIL HOTLINELeave us a voicemail with a comment or question: (267) 714-6799 - the voicemail is open & available 24/7
2022-05-0916 min
Laker Jim’s Fletch CastFletch Quote Bracket Madness (Part 2) The FinalsSend us a textEPISODE 25: AND THE WINNER IS...The exciting conclusion to the Fletch Quote Madness Tournament. Two of the greatest Fletch Quotes (Moooooon River and It's ALL Ball Bearings) will be going head to head to determine the greatest Fletch Quote of 2022. Who will be crowned the Champion? Listen & find out! FLETCHCAST VOICEMAIL HOTLINELeave us a voicemail with a comment or question: (267) 714-6799 - the voicemail is open & available 24/7FletchCast is Your Ultimate source for everything Fletch: the books, the movies, & the latest news about our favorite jo...
2022-04-2125 min
Laker Jim’s Fletch CastFletch Quote Bracket Madness (Part 1)Send us a textEPISODE 24: FLETCH QUOTE MARCH MADNESS! It's March, and that can only mean one thing.... Fletch Quote Madness. Yes thats right, Just Like the NCAA March Madness, all the greatest Fletch Quotes will be going head to head in the tournament style competition to determine the greatest Fletch Quote of all time. Who will be crowned the Champion? Listen & find out! FLETCHCAST VOICEMAIL HOTLINELeave us a voicemail with a comment or question: (267) 714-6799 - the voicemail is open & available 24/7FletchCast is Your Ultimate source for everything F...
2022-04-0751 min
Laker Jim’s Fletch CastRecasting Fletch (PART 2 - 2022)Send us a textEPISODE 23: RECASTING FLETCH (with New 2022 actors).The FletchCast boys attempt to re-cast an already PERFECT movie with different actors from today!0:00 - intro0:52 - Recast Part 2 (today)1:30 - Irwin M. Fletcher Recast 4:14 - Alan Stanwyk Recast6:30 - Gail Stanwyk Recast8:15 - Frank Walker Recast10:30 - Larry Recast12:36 - Marvin Gillett Recast13:35 - Fat Sam Recast14:49 - Gummy Recast16:19 - Creasy Recast17:28 - Bud & Willy Recast20:25 - Stanton Boyd22:05 - Chief Karlin23:45 - Marvin and Velma...
2022-03-2432 min
Laker Jim’s Fletch CastRecasting Fletch (PART 1 - 1985)Send us a textEPISODE 22: RECASTING FLETCH (with New 1985 actors).The FletchCast boys attempt to re-cast an already PERFECT movie with different actors from 19850:00 - Intro0:45 - Recasting special begins4:02 - Irwin M. Fletcher Recast7:48 - Alan Stanwyk Recast9:19 - Gail Stanwyk Recast11:13 - Frank Walker Recast13:44 - Larry Recast16:00 - Marvin Gillett Recast18:02 - Fat Sam Recast20:38 - Gummy Recast 22:43 - Creasy Recast24:08 - Bud & Willy Stuntcast27:20 - Stanton Boyd Recast28:46 - Chief Karlin Recast30:55 - Marvin & Velma...
2022-03-1742 min
Laker Jim’s Fletch Cast7 Days of Underhill - Day 7 "THE BILL"Send us a textEPISODE 21: 7 Days of Underhill - Day 7 On Day 7, we break down "THE BILL." Yes, thats right, the $400 Lunch Bill that Fletch charges on Underhill's account doesn't make a whole lot of sense. We itemize every line item on that bill and find out what Ted REALLY OWES! Plus we fantasize about endless Underhill scenarios. Enjoy the final day of Underhill, brought to life by William Traylor.So head out for your urinalysis and we'll be back again tomorrow!NOTE: This week of episodes are inspired...
2022-03-0618 min
Laker Jim’s Fletch Cast7 Days of Underhill - DAY 6 "THE BLACK CLOUD"Send us a textEPISODE 20 - 7 Days of Underhill - Day 6 On Day 6, we break down the true & tragic life story of the Man BEHIND THE MAN, William Traylor. Join us for this uncomfortable walk down Underhill Lane as we recall the life shattering events that befell the actor behind this 7 day tribute. Join us every day this week for a new Underhill episode! Never before has an extravaganza dedicated to the character brought to life by William Traylor encompassed 168 consecutive hours.So head out for your urinalysis and we'll...
2022-03-0414 min
Laker Jim’s Fletch Cast7 Days of Underhill - DAY 5 "SCRIPTED CUT SCENE"Send us a textEPISODE 19: 7 Days of Underhill - DAY 5In this episode, the crew breaks down Mr. & Mrs. Underhill's "Easter Egg " cameo in Fletch Lives. We uncover 3 HUGE discoveries live on the podcast. From the Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah Dream to the physical use of his credit card, Underhill's presence is felt all over this movie, script, and episode.Join us every day this week for a new Underhill episode! Never before has an extravaganza dedicated to the character brought to life by William Traylor encompassed 168 consecutive hours.So head out for...
2022-02-2718 min
Laker Jim’s Fletch Cast7 Days of Underhill - DAY 4 "MOVIE VS BOOK"Send us a textEPISODE 18: 7 Days of Underhill - DAY 4In this episode, the crew compare and contrast the Underhill in the movie versus the Underwood from the original novel. They discuss Fletch’s detective skills and those characters that spanned the novel and movies. Join us every day this week for a new Underhill episode! Never before has an extravaganza dedicated to the character brought to life by William Traylor encompassed 168 consecutive hours.So head out for your urinalysis and we'll be back again tomorrow! NOTE: Thi...
2022-02-2415 min
Laker Jim’s Fletch Cast7 Days of Underhill - DAY 3 "TED POP CULTURE"Send us a textEPISODE 17: 7 Days of Underhill - DAY 3Its Humpday... the third consecutive day of Underhill in all his glory. Today we explore our favorite Ted Underhill Pop Culture reference in the Kevin Smith flick "Jay & Silent Bob Reboot." Ralph Garman brings Ted's spirit to life in this hysterical homage to the Underhill legacy. The FletchCast crew also bring up a connection to the Lord of the Rings and a familiar Fletch-like Alias for Frodo Baggins. Join us every day this week for a new Underhill episode! Never before has an...
2022-02-2312 min
Laker Jim’s Fletch Cast7 Days of Underhill - DAY 2 "THE INCIDENT"Send us a textEPISODE 16: 7 Days of Underhill - DAY 2In day 2 of 7 (days of Underhill), the FletchCast boys delve deeply into the "incident" at the California Raquet Club between Ted Underhill (William Traylor) and the Chinese Busboy (Merv Maruyama) when Mr. Underhill's meal was prematurely ripped from him grasp. However, we take a look at the quick-to-judge perspective and re-evaluate the situation from Ted's POV and determine who truly is the antagonist and who is the protagonist. We attempt to get Merv Maruyama's side of the story but instead he speaks to us through...
2022-02-2228 min
Laker Jim’s Fletch Cast7 Days of Underhill - DAY 1 "UNDERHILLPALOOZA"Send us a textEPISODE 15: 7 Days of Underhill - DAY 1This week, FletchCast presents you with 7 days of Underhill. Seven episodes dedicated to the man who doesn’t give gratuities & always puts his urinalysis first. This Underhillpalooza begins today with a deep dive into Mr. Underhill's first name and the questions that surround this California Racquet Club Legend. Listen to the sultry sounds of the Ted Underhill Organ Express. Join us every day this week for a new Underhill episode! Never before has an extravaganza dedicated to the character brought to life by W...
2022-02-2113 min
Laker Jim’s Fletch CastInterview with Burton Gilliam (Fletch)Send us a textEpisode 14: Burton GilliamTime to sit back, relax, check that Bypass Line, and enjoy our interview with Fletch Legend Burton Gilliam. Burton rose to stardom in the Mel Brooks classic "Blazing Saddles." We talk about how he got his start and how his humble beginnings and hard negotiating skills led to him landing the role of a lifetime: Boyd Aviation Airplane Mechanic "Bud" in the comedy classic “Fletch.” We talk about his iconic dialog with Chevy and how exactly that whole scene came about. Beau Starr is not gonna like this one...
2022-02-101h 14
Laker Jim’s Fletch CastFletch Lives (Part 2)Send us a textThis week, Fletchcast takes ANOTHER deep dive into the sequel to Fletch... Fletch Lives. This is Part 2 of our search for something sweet...and southern. In this episode, we journey with Fletch as he learns of the local megachurch, Farnsworth Ministries, that is interested in obtaining his beloved Belle Isle. Laker Jim and the boys investigate "Mr Good News" himself, televangelist Jimmy Lee Farnsworth, and discovers the toxic chemicals in the soil of Belle Isle are traced back to Bly Bio, a chemical waste facility in Mississippi (or possibly the home town of L...
2022-02-031h 01
Laker Jim’s Fletch CastInterview with Tim Matheson (Fletch)Send us a textEpisode 12: We kick off Season 2 with Actor/Director/Legend Tim Matheson. In the wide ranging interview, Tim Matheson talks about his work as Fletch’s arch nemesis, Alan Stanwyk. From being cast to the production and it’s lasting impact, Matheson reveals insight that hasn’t been revealed previously. As a acting veteran, Matheson also talks about his work on the classic Animal House and his time spent with Jim Belushi, and later on with Chris Farley on Black Sheep. From Johnny Quest to Bonaza and his current Netflix hit Virgin River, Mr...
2022-01-201h 28
Laker Jim’s Fletch CastA Fletchmas Miracle!Send us a textEpisode 11: A Fletchmas Miracle!This week, boys celebrate Christmas, er, Fletchmas and get a special visit from Santa himself. Laker Jim reveals that Santa has stopped by to deliver a BIG SURPRISE...the long lost audio of Jake's WAAY TV interview with Gregory McDonald from back in 2001. We hear "The Maker's" voice for the first time and discover a few unknown gems about the creation of the character. We hear and talk about the "Fletch reference" in season 1 of Ted Lasso and the significance of Jason Sudeikis dropping the "Un...
2021-12-2330 min
Laker Jim’s Fletch CastSpinning the Wheel of AliasesSend us a textEpisode 10: The AliasesThis week, the Fletchcast takes a deep dive into the all the aliases that are used in Fletch & Fletch Lives. Often times, the identities that Fletch gives people are not just funny names... Most of the time, they are REAL PEOPLE behind the goofy pseudonyms. This episode guarantees more background information per minute - on people you never knew existed - than any other podcast out there. Jake, Bob, and Laker Jim spin the Wheel of Fletch and educate each other -one by one - on e...
2021-12-1650 minLaker Jim’s Fletch CastFletch Lives (Part 1)Send us a textEpisode 9: Fletch Lives (Part 1)This week, Fletchcast takes a deep dive into the sequel to Fletch... Fletch Lives. After receiving an inheritance in Louisiana, Fletch heads to the Belle Isle plantation where he gets himself into hilarious trouble. We cover the Leon Capetanos original script, the on set struggles the 1988 writer's strike caused, the beginning of the notorious Chevy Chase v. Howard Stern Feud (with Richard Belzer) and so much more.FLETCHCAST VOICEMAIL HOTLINELeave us a voicemail with a comment or question: (267) 714-6799 - t...
2021-12-0948 minLaker Jim’s Fletch CastThe Voice of Fletch, Dan John MillerSend us a textEpisode 8: The Voice of FletchThis week, Fletchcast interviews Musician, Actor, Voice Artist and Book Narrator... Dan John Miller - who BTW voices all 11 Fletch Audio books. We speak about how he got started, what he took away from voicing Fletch, why Laker Jim and Dan might have a unique Fletch gene, Dan John foreshadows the new movie and so much more!Visit Dan John Miller on the web: https://danjohnmiller.comFollow Dan John Miller on social media: I...
2021-12-0145 min
Laker Jim’s Fletch CastConfess, Fletch...Larry Lives!Send us a textEpisode 7: Rumored Confess Casting NewsJoin us for a special holiday episode of Fletchcast - This episode is packed with BREAKING NEWS concerning the return of a beloved character from the original Fletch film. Our Sources tell us that Anna Osceola is going to play "Larry" in Confess, Fletch. We know Jon Hamm loves her body, and so do we! We discuss the Who's Who of character casting, "Fletch Pop Culture" covers the multiple Fletch references in the Animated TV series "Family Guy", & we take som...
2021-11-2432 minLaker Jim’s Fletch CastGonna bust the Chief?Send us a textEpisode 6: Gonna Bust the ChiefFletchcast is back from a short vacation and all over the Chief of Police (Alan Stanwyk's partner in crime) Jerry Karlin. We tackle all the differences between the character in the movie (played by Joe Don Baker) and the character in the book. We back into all the information about the cut Dodgers dream scene where we find out why Fletch HATES Tommy Lasorda. We debut a new segment called "Fletch Pop Culture" where we expose incredible Fletch references in TV, Film and More... Th...
2021-11-1755 min
Laker Jim’s Fletch CastThe Fletch SoundtrackSend us a textEPISODE 5: The SoundtrackIn this week’s special episode, we talk the classic Fletch soundtrack. From the lyrics to the unusual music videos, we cover it all, bit by bit. Also, what’s the connection between Fletch and Top Gun? And what does Billy Idol have to do with it? Composer Harold Faltermyer has the answer! 0:00 - Intro0:44 - Episode 5, the soundtrack1:21 - Tom Scott Swing & a Miss3:53 - Faltermeyer Saves Fletch8:00 - Fletch Music Videos8:44 - Getting Out of Town with Dan Hart...
2021-11-0349 minLaker Jim’s Fletch CastSon of Fletch, Jason McDonaldSend us a textEpisode 4: "Son of Fletch”This episode the features a fantastic interview with Gregory Mcdonald’s son, Jason McDonald (who helps oversee the Fletch IP)! Lots of stories and wisdom that spawned from growing up with Gregory McDonald as a Dad, Insight into the Fletch Won movie that never was, and the FletchCast crew has him tip-toeing a gray area with tidbits about the new movie, Confess, Fletch...along with lots more! 0:00 - Intro1:40 - Jason McDonald joins FletchCast13:23 - Sponsor Break33:17 - Records Room with Bud and W...
2021-10-271h 07
Laker Jim’s Fletch CastBend over, Siskel & Ebert Review FletchSend us a textEpisode 3: "At the Movies with Siskel, Ebert & Babar”The FletchCast crew breaks down the Siskel & Ebert review of Fletch, as well as two Tonight Show appearances, one with Siskel & Ebert and one solo (in his Lakers Uniform). Laker Jim, Jake, and Bob discuss Kevin Porter Jr, Roy Wood Jr (on the Radio Labyrinth Podcast) talking "Confess, Fletch", Spotlight the Fletch Character: Doctor Jelly Finger, and much much more. Ep 30:00 - Intro1:58 - The Jane Doe Report on Confess, Fletch news6:49 - Roy Wood Jr news & in...
2021-10-201h 07Laker Jim’s Fletch CastEpisode Too: The 'Making of' Fletch SagaSend us a textIn Episode 2, we tackle the complicated history of the "making of" Fletch: the Movie and the rollercoaster ride it took to get this literary property off the ground. You think the Fletch Won saga was nuts? You won't believe this! Laker Jim starts at the very beginning and leaves young stone unturned up until the film's May 1985 release. Literary Fletch debuts with the first few chapters from broken down by Jake. Greg Mottola tweets us with some "Confess, Fletch" updates, the boys wish Happy Birthday to Chevy Chase, Dana Wheeler-Nicholson, and William "Mr Und...
2021-10-121h 10Laker Jim’s Fletch CastEpisode Won: New BeginingsSend us a textYour Ultimate source for everything Fletch: the books, the movies, & the latest news about our favorite journalistic reporter, Irwin M. Fletcher. Making sure Fletch lives forever.Episode Won Breakdown:0:00 - Intro0:45 - Welcome to FletchCast5:40 - Jake joins the podcast 7:00 - Big Bob calls in13:48 - Jon Hamm on Jimmy Fallon15:20 - Ben Affleck on Fletch15:45 - LakerJim’s FletchWon website20:20 - FletchCast social media @imfletchcast25:30 - Jake & Laker Jim talk about Fletch, Fletch Lives, & Gregory McDonald 29:42 - Fletch News 30:34...
2021-10-051h 11Laker Jim’s Fletch CastEpisode 0: Take the Fletch TestSend us a textYour Ultimate source for everything Fletch: the books, the movies, & the latest news about our favorite journalistic reporter, Irwin M. Fletcher... Making sure Fletch lives forever.Welcome To Cabana 1 home of Laker Jim’s FletchCast! Take off your manure covered shoes and come right in. FletchCast is your one stop podcast for all things FLETCH! Here we cover the 1985 classic Chevy Chase film, it's sequel Fletch Lives, The Literary Cannon of Gregory McDonald, the upcoming 2022 Confess, Fletch, and more! Our crack reporters want to make you a beneficiary of Aunt Belle’s wi...
2021-10-0203 min
What's Going On This Week With Joe Matarese#26 Season 3 Live Mashup In NYC With Jim Florentine and Paul VirziThis is a live podcast mashup show I did with Jim Florentine, and Paul Virzi. All 3 podcasts on stage at 1 time on Valentines Day at The Village Underground in NYC in front of a live audience. To take the survey for Fixing Joe listeners click these 2 links: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/9398F2N https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/93CHP7W Podcast Sponsors: To contact Ron Poliquin for a law issue go to www.doverlawoffices.com and mention you are fan of my show for a special price. He specializes in employment law, but can also he...
2017-02-212h 14What's Going On This Week With Joe Matarese#25 Season 3 You Gotta Go Get It / Jim Florentine As My BrotherJoe talks about being inspired and getting to what his greatest talent might be. To take the survey for Fixing Joe listeners click these 2 links: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/9398F2N https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/93CHP7W Podcast Sponsors: To contact Ron Poliquin for a law issue go to www.doverlawoffices.com and mention you are fan of my show for a special price. He specializes in employment law, but can also help you with any law situation. Do you need a website or social media help? Hire my web guy James K...
2017-02-171h 16What's Going On This Week With Joe Matarese#24 Season 3 Depression / SpringsteenJoe's wife wanted to discuss Donald Trump closing the borders and Joe would have rather talked about The Springsteen Audio book he is loving listening too. To take the survey for Fixing Joe listeners click these 2 links: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/9398F2N https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/93CHP7W Podcast Sponsors: To contact Ron Poliquin for a law issue go to www.doverlawoffices.com and mention you are fan of my show for a special price. He specializes in employment law, but can also help you with any law situation. Do you ne...
2017-02-1046 minWhat's Going On This Week With Joe Matarese#23 Season 3 No Wife And 2 Sick Kids / Possible New Special Shoot Next SatBoth Joe's kids are home with the flu, and Joe's wife is away on business. All this is going on while Joe is trying to organize the short films shoot, and decide if he should shoot his next 1 Hour Special at Gotham Comedy Club next Saturday Feb.11th. To take the survey for Fixing Joe listeners click these 2 links: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/9398F2N https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/93CHP7W Podcast Sponsors: To contact Ron Poliquin for a law issue go to www.doverlawoffices.com and mention you are fan of my show f...
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Fixing Joe Season 3#22 Season 3 What A Week, Jim Norton's Show,Anthony Cumia,and The Howard Stern Wrap Up ShowIn one week Joe did the Jim Norton show on Sirius XM, Anthony Cumia's show, Pete Dominicks show on Sirius XM, The Howard Stern Wrap Show, Raw Dog on Sirius XM, and he's doing his first Miserable Dads Tour show this Sat in Scranton, PA. To donate to my short films project go to https://www.patreon.com/FixingJoe I'm giving some pretty cool stuff to help get these films made. To take the survey for Fixing Joe listeners click these 2 links: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/9398F2N https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/93CHP7W
2017-01-2757 minWhat's Going On This Week With Joe Matarese#22 Season 3 What A Week, Jim Norton's Show,Anthony Cumia,and The Howard Stern Wrap Up ShowIn one week Joe did the Jim Norton show on Sirius XM, Anthony Cumia's show, Pete Dominicks show on Sirius XM, The Howard Stern Wrap Show, Raw Dog on Sirius XM, and he's doing his first Miserable Dads Tour show this Sat in Scranton, PA. To donate to my short films project go to https://www.patreon.com/FixingJoe I'm giving some pretty cool stuff to help get these films made. To take the survey for Fixing Joe listeners click these 2 links: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/9398F2N https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/93CHP7W
2017-01-2757 minWhat's Going On This Week With Joe MatareseSeason 3 Very Special Failed Pilot Taping Ep with Anthony Cumia Jim Norton and Artie LangeThis total disaster you are about to hear was a failed attempt to film a live talk show version of my Fixing Joe Podcast ... what a mistake... LOL! I invited 3 of my quickest witted friends in comedy to weigh in on my issues that needed fixing....let's just say these guys had a blast ripping me apart and stupid me tried to keep the show on topic instead of ordering a drink and enjoying the roasting! Since the stolen version is up online for all to see, I figured you might as well know the basic background. Check it out...
2017-01-241h 19Fixing Joe Season 3Season 3 Very Special Failed Pilot Taping Ep with Anthony Cumia Jim Norton and Artie LangeThis total disaster you are about to hear was a failed attempt to film a live talk show version of my Fixing Joe Podcast ... what a mistake... LOL! I invited 3 of my quickest witted friends in comedy to weigh in on my issues that needed fixing....let's just say these guys had a blast ripping me apart and stupid me tried to keep the show on topic instead of ordering a drink and enjoying the roasting! Since the stolen version is up online for all to see, I figured you might as well know the basic background. Check it out...
2017-01-241h 19Fixing Joe Season 3#21 Season 3 Writer John MattaJoe talks to John Matta a guy he hasn't talked to since they did open mics together in Philly 30 years ago so they got a lot to catch up on. John's now a TV writer in LA, and has a new project coming out called Matta Napkin check it out! https://www.amazon.com/Matta-Napkin-Daily-Comic-Book/dp/0692388605 To donate to my short films project go to https://www.patreon.com/FixingJoe I'm giving some pretty cool stuff to help get these films made. To take the survey for Fixing Joe listeners click these 2 links: https://www.sur...
2017-01-201h 52What's Going On This Week With Joe Matarese#21 Season 3 Writer John MattaJoe talks to John Matta a guy he hasn't talked to since they did open mics together in Philly 30 years ago so they got a lot to catch up on. John's now a TV writer in LA, and has a new project coming out called Matta Napkin check it out! https://www.amazon.com/Matta-Napkin-Daily-Comic-Book/dp/0692388605 To donate to my short films project go to https://www.patreon.com/FixingJoe I'm giving some pretty cool stuff to help get these films made. To take the survey for Fixing Joe listeners click these 2 links: https://www.sur...
2017-01-201h 52Fixing Joe Season 3#20 Season 3 Getting Bashed / HerniaJoe talks about someone stealing the self produced video of his live podcast he put in his subscription only feed, The Golden Globes, and his recent hernia diagnoses and much more. To donate to my short films project go to https://www.patreon.com/FixingJoe I'm giving some pretty cool stuff to help get these films made. To take the survey for Fixing Joe listeners click these 2 links: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/9398F2N https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/93CHP7W Podcast Sponsors: To contact Ron Poliquin for a law issue go to www...
2017-01-131h 18What's Going On This Week With Joe Matarese#20 Season 3 Getting Bashed / HerniaJoe talks about someone stealing the self produced video of his live podcast he put in his subscription only feed, The Golden Globes, and his recent hernia diagnoses and much more. To donate to my short films project go to https://www.patreon.com/FixingJoe I'm giving some pretty cool stuff to help get these films made. To take the survey for Fixing Joe listeners click these 2 links: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/9398F2N https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/93CHP7W Podcast Sponsors: To contact Ron Poliquin for a law issue go to www...
2017-01-131h 18Fixing Joe Season 3#19 Season 3 Who Are You This Is Who I AmJoe is curious to figure out what his fans are like? He talks about a survey he'll be putting out soon to help figure out what all his fans have in common to help figure out how he should be marketing his podcast. Joe also gets into great detail about who he really is. To donate to my short films project go to https://www.patreon.com/FixingJoe I'm giving some pretty cool stuff to help get these films made. Podcast Sponsors: To contact Ron Poliquin for a law issue go to www.doverlawoffices.com and...
2017-01-061h 22What's Going On This Week With Joe Matarese#19 Season 3 Who Are You This Is Who I AmJoe is curious to figure out what his fans are like? He talks about a survey he'll be putting out soon to help figure out what all his fans have in common to help figure out how he should be marketing his podcast. Joe also gets into great detail about who he really is. To donate to my short films project go to https://www.patreon.com/FixingJoe I'm giving some pretty cool stuff to help get these films made. Podcast Sponsors: To contact Ron Poliquin for a law issue go to www.doverlawoffices.com and...
2017-01-061h 22Fixing Joe Season 3#18 Season 3 Paul Virzi / I Don't Have Any Great Friends AnymoreJoe talks about what he's having to do to fill seats at his NYE theater show this Sat, and how he doesn't really have any close friends anymore. Podcast Sponsors: To contact Ron Poliquin for a law issue go to www.doverlawoffices.com and mention you are fan of my show for a special price. He specializes in employment law, but can also help you with any law situation. Do you need a website or social media help? Hire my web guy James Kanowitz! Contact him off his website. http://www.webguy911.com. For a...
2016-12-311h 05What's Going On This Week With Joe Matarese#18 Season 3 Paul Virzi / I Don't Have Any Great Friends AnymoreJoe talks about what he's having to do to fill seats at his NYE theater show this Sat, and how he doesn't really have any close friends anymore. Podcast Sponsors: To contact Ron Poliquin for a law issue go to www.doverlawoffices.com and mention you are fan of my show for a special price. He specializes in employment law, but can also help you with any law situation. Do you need a website or social media help? Hire my web guy James Kanowitz! Contact him off his website. http://www.webguy911.com. For a...
2016-12-311h 05What's Going On This Week With Joe Matarese#17 Season 3 To Me, The Richest Man In Town!Joe talks about the mystery of why his guitar was no longer hanging on his wall, what's currently is going on with his NYE gig, and why he feels like the richest man in town. To subscribe to Joe's podcast and get multiple episodes a week, see tons of videos from Joe's career, get free tickets to Joe's shows, and to see the live podcast Joe just filmed with Artie Lange, Jim Norton, and Anthony Cumia (available Jan.6th) go to www.connectpal.com/JoeMatarese To donate to my short films project go to...
2016-12-291h 23Fixing Joe Season 3#17 Season 3 To Me, The Richest Man In Town!Joe talks about the mystery of why his guitar was no longer hanging on his wall, what's currently is going on with his NYE gig, and why he feels like the richest man in town. To subscribe to Joe's podcast and get multiple episodes a week, see tons of videos from Joe's career, get free tickets to Joe's shows, and to see the live podcast Joe just filmed with Artie Lange, Jim Norton, and Anthony Cumia (available Jan.6th) go to www.connectpal.com/JoeMatarese To donate to my short films project go to...
2016-12-291h 23What's Going On This Week With Joe Matarese#16 Season 3 I'm Back From Aruba / I Found A WriterJoe just got back from Aruba with his family, and some bad news at the end of the trip almost ruined it! Joe found a writer for his next self produced acting project, and he's trying to figure out how bad a 2 week vacation in Cape Cod in August would be without air conditioning. To subscribe to Joe's podcast and get multiple episodes a week, see tons of videos from Joe's career, get free tickets to Joe's shows, and to see the live podcast Joe just filmed with Artie Lange, Jim Norton, and Anthony Cumia go to...
2016-12-231h 24Fixing Joe Season 3#16 Season 3 I'm Back From Aruba / I Found A WriterJoe just got back from Aruba with his family, and some bad news at the end of the trip almost ruined it! Joe found a writer for his next self produced acting project, and he's trying to figure out how bad a 2 week vacation in Cape Cod in August would be without air conditioning. To subscribe to Joe's podcast and get multiple episodes a week, see tons of videos from Joe's career, get free tickets to Joe's shows, and to see the live podcast Joe just filmed with Artie Lange, Jim Norton, and Anthony Cumia go to...
2016-12-231h 24What's Going On This Week With Joe Matarese#15 Season 3 Recap Of Artie Lange Jim Norton Anthony Cumia Live Fixing Joe Last Night - 121416 1.50 PMJoe basically recaps the entire Fixing Joe live podcast he filmed last night with Artie Lange Jim Norton and Anthony Cumia in NYC and a lot more. For Joe's tour schedule, subscribing to the podcast and getting multiple episodes a week,free tickets to Joe's shows and a lot more, making donations, booking Joe for an #outsidethebox show or other private events, and any other info on Joe go to Joematarese.com Podcast Sponsors: To contact Ron Poliquin for a law issue go to www.doverlawoffices.com and mention you are fan of my show for...
2016-12-1647 minFixing Joe Season 3#15 Season 3 Recap Of Artie Lange Jim Norton Anthony Cumia Live Fixing Joe Last Night - 121416 1.50 PMJoe basically recaps the entire Fixing Joe live podcast he filmed last night with Artie Lange Jim Norton and Anthony Cumia in NYC and a lot more. For Joe's tour schedule, subscribing to the podcast and getting multiple episodes a week,free tickets to Joe's shows and a lot more, making donations, booking Joe for an #outsidethebox show or other private events, and any other info on Joe go to Joematarese.com Podcast Sponsors: To contact Ron Poliquin for a law issue go to www.doverlawoffices.com and mention you are fan of my show for...
2016-12-1647 minWhat's Going On This Week With Joe Matarese#40 Jim GaffiganJim Gaffigan and Joe discuss how they deal with their wives pregnancies, manning up at the wrong times, and why texting in a moment of anger could be a mistake. For everything about Joe including where to donate to his podcast and what you'll get for donating go to www.Joematarese.com Podcast Sponsors: To contact Ron Poliquin for a law issue go to www.doverlawoffices.com and mention you are fan of my show for a special price. He specializes in employment law, but can also help you with any law situation. Do...
2011-09-291h 32Fixing Joe Season 3#40 Jim GaffiganJim Gaffigan and Joe discuss how they deal with their wives pregnancies, manning up at the wrong times, and why texting in a moment of anger could be a mistake. For everything about Joe including where to donate to his podcast and what you'll get for donating go to www.Joematarese.com Podcast Sponsors: To contact Ron Poliquin for a law issue go to www.doverlawoffices.com and mention you are fan of my show for a special price. He specializes in employment law, but can also help you with any law situation. Do...
2011-09-291h 32Fixing Joe Season 3#29 Jim Jefferies, Eddie IfftJoe signs with a new manager, wants a mancave/podcast studio in his attic to hide from life in, and flys to LA to do Chelsea Lately and interviews comedian Jim Jefferies and Eddie Ifft after he does there podcast Talking Shit with Eddie Ifft and Jim Jefferies. Podcast Sponsors: To contact Ron Poliquin for a law issue go to www.doverlawoffices.com and mention you are fan of my show for a special price. He specializes in employment law, but can also help you with any law situation. Do you need a website or so...
2011-06-261h 32What's Going On This Week With Joe Matarese#29 Jim Jefferies, Eddie IfftJoe signs with a new manager, wants a mancave/podcast studio in his attic to hide from life in, and flys to LA to do Chelsea Lately and interviews comedian Jim Jefferies and Eddie Ifft after he does there podcast Talking Shit with Eddie Ifft and Jim Jefferies. Podcast Sponsors: To contact Ron Poliquin for a law issue go to www.doverlawoffices.com and mention you are fan of my show for a special price. He specializes in employment law, but can also help you with any law situation. Do you need a website or so...
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