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Stay F. Homekins: with Janie Haddad Tompkins & Paul F. Tompkins*Bonus episode* VANDERPUMP RULES recap (S12. episode 7) with John HodgmanThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit weekendwater.substack.comLook, we were HONORED to have Mr. John Hodgman watch his SECOND episode of VANDERPUMP RULES with us this week (don’t sleep on his fantastic substack: Secret Society)! Find out if he was able to follow along (spoiler alert: he has opinions on Kim and Marcus). Paul F. Tompkins goes deeper on his Audrey consp…
2026-01-2300 min
Stay F. Homekins: with Janie Haddad Tompkins & Paul F. TompkinsPaul F. Tompkins Doesn't Like Me. s 7. episode. 1Happy New Year, Homekins! We are dropping our FIRST conversation podcast of this year in the signature STAY F. HOMEKINS style. Unplanned, unedited, raw conversation between us (Paul and Janie!) captured FRESH for your YOUR listening pleasure OR displeasure. In this episode: Janie discusses a creative life under fascism, Paul discusses a creative life that falls short and TOGETHER the duo wax poetic about the show Traitors! What do YOU think and feel about this great and messy human experience? Tell us (respectfully) in the comments! Thank you, everyone, go forth and be kind and loving. It...
2026-01-111h 30
Stay F. Homekins: with Janie Haddad Tompkins & Paul F. TompkinsI would puge. s6. episode 12.Welcome new subscribers AND seasoned ones!It is our monthly FLAGSHIP podcast known as STAY F. HOMEKINS, where Paul F Tompkins and me get into unplanned, sometimes tender sometimes silly but always REAL TALK STYLE meandering ‘after-dinner’ conversation. A peek into the MINDS of a married couple in Hollywood trying to make sense of this brokedown fever dream of a life. Can creativity be preserved? Will Janie win the Power Ball (spoiler: NO! No one did!), will Paul ever tour by bus again, and together will they both end up in different bunk beds at the same time...
2025-12-181h 19
Stay F. Homekins: with Janie Haddad Tompkins & Paul F. TompkinsQuikDik™️. s6. episode 2.Hello,It’s us from STAY F. HOMEKINS, your married podcast couple with often funny, always free flowing conversation. Thank you for subscribing and Happy Day After Valentines with our second SFH episode of 2025!In this episode, Paul & Janie discuss a couple recent Hollywood engagements, Janie thinks of the Delorean and PFT remembers to share his upcoming VARIETOPIA WITH PAUL F. TOMPKINS tour cities this Spring (click the “live PFT dates” tab at the top of our Weekend Water substack page for all the info.) And, together, they figure out standardizing graffiti. Enjo...
2025-02-161h 09
Stay F. Homekins: with Janie Haddad Tompkins & Paul F. TompkinsUnknown Solids. s5. episode 9.Hello all listeners to the STAY F. HOMEKINS podcast! Get ready for Comedy Impaction! Our September episode HAS LANDED. Thank you for your patience. Mr. Paul F Tompkins returns from Comedy Bang Banging ACROSS THE POND! He’s jet-lagged, but he’s After-Dinnering! The duo DARE to have Weekend Water on a Monday to make up for lost time because we have MISSED YOU ALL. We are sorry the episode has been pushed by a few days. It pains us. In this episode, a dramatic re-enactment of a coffeemaker mishap happens. (If anyone know...
2024-09-171h 26
Stay F. Homekins: with Janie Haddad Tompkins & Paul F. TompkinsCaligula DURRRR. s5. episode 7.This is our July STAY F. HOMEKINS podcast episode, free to all who partake (and we thank you!)In this STAY F. HOMEKINS podcast episode, the Homekinses are back home, recording just a smidge early around that extensive Comedy Bang! Bang! road tour schedj! Janie ends up reacting to that Ren Faire docuseries, and PFT weighs in on boomer Bacchanal branding. Together, the two announce an upcoming STAY F. HOMEKINS movie watch-along bonus episode (coming out this month), a podcast appearance together coming out this week on A COUPLE and MORE while PFT’s busy to...
2024-07-121h 30
Stay F. Homekins: with Janie Haddad Tompkins & Paul F. TompkinsPOPCORN?! s5. episode 5.It is our beloved May STAY F. HOMEKINS podcast episode FRESHLY RECORDED. Paul comes back from tour, Janie sits behind and next to all walks of life and TOGETHER, the duo discuss…cryogenics and public urination???Thank you for listening to our monthly podcast drops! We love recording them and ALSO hearing from y’all in the comments below. If you like our crazy couple chats, please consider getting a hot little subscription to our bonus ‘tent. And, love, us!JHT & PFT!Weekend Water with Paul F. Tompkins & Janie Haddad Tompki...
2024-05-121h 25
Stay F. Homekins: with Janie Haddad Tompkins & Paul F. TompkinsComedy on Other Planets. s5. episode 4.This month we had to face it got a teensy bit tougher to STAY ON TRACK-KINS. We’re attempting a lot of hustle. We appreciate you all and this podcast existing and bringing us back down to earth. But, really, IS THERE COMEDY ON OTHER PLANETS???PFT shares about our jam packed weekend, Janie indulges in some role play with Paul and together the two get into some after dinner conversation while BOTH wearing THIS brand new STAY F. HOMEKINS t-shirt!Weekend Water with Paul F. Tompkins & Janie Haddad Tompkins br...
2024-04-151h 33
Stay F. Homekins: with Janie Haddad Tompkins & Paul F. TompkinsWatch-along:MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET *bonus (free for the holidays) content*The 1947 holiday movie MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET is our newest watchalong! Oops, we dropped some F bombs at the top, so, here is an explicit language warning. Oops. Be warned if watching along with sensitive listeners. We are BACK, baby! The double Hollywood strikes of 2023 are officially over! It is time to share a watchalong of a formerly forbidden property with our faithful and dear beloved listeners. And, folks this one DOES NOT DISAPPOINT! This movie holds UP. No notes!If you are new to the Weekend Water substack and, thus...
2023-12-141h 43
Stay F. Homekins: with Janie Haddad Tompkins & Paul F. TompkinsIncandescent Rage. S4. episode 12.Well, hello, everybody! It’s the December podcast episode of STAY F. HOMEKINS with your favorite co-hosts and married duo Janie Haddad Tompkins & Paul F. Tompkins! We’ve got Christmas trees and gift giving and Mother God and just the USUAL, meandering UNPLANNED after-dinner conversation. We close out our year with you a bit tired but happy to have survived everything 2023 threw toward us. The world is hostile, but WE are NOT. Only love and a few gripes and a bit of chat down winding roads and loopy brain space here! Get your love on and...
2023-12-091h 35
Stay F. Homekins: with Janie Haddad Tompkins & Paul F. TompkinsRust Cunk. S4. episode 9.It’s the September episode of the STAY F. HOMEKINS podcast! In our latest episode, we discuss our worst nightmare and greatest feelings of accomplishment? What a ride! PFT tests out some Sicilian accents, Janie tests out a Ted Talk and TOGETHER the two discover a type of humor they tend to shy away from?THANK YOU for listening and hanging in there with us! Please subscribe to our Weekend Water substack publication to NEVER MISS A BEAT!Be well and be sane. The Haddad Tompkins(our OFFICIAL podcast me...
2023-09-091h 32
Stay F. Homekins: with Janie Haddad Tompkins & Paul F. TompkinsNew York City, the Fifth Agreement. s4. episode 6.Join us for the JUNE 2023 episode of Stay F. Homekins! If you are NEW to ALL THIS, it is Janie & Paul’s monthly after dinner conversation in a free as a bird podcast form! Subscribe and listen wherever you get your podcasts. Together, they explore the Rosetta Stone…of LOVE? Muse over some of history’s most notable scatting moments and dish on the And Just Like That TEA. Of course, we encourage you to subscribe to our WEEKEND WATER substack (if you are seeing this in your email inbox, already, THANK YOU for subscribing!) It is...
2023-06-101h 07
Stay F. Homekins: with Janie Haddad Tompkins & Paul F. TompkinsFievelWise. s4. episode 3.It's 2023 Oscar season with the Homekins! PFT gets his sea legs with Trekkies. Janie solves a double homicide. Together, the two try to seduce you to enter their WEEKEND WATER substack community. Either way, it’s the March episode with lots of fun and laughter and podcasticles!www.kinshipgoods.com continues to have the official podcast merch. GET YOURS. I DID NOT WRITE THE FOLLOWING DESCRIPTION OF THIS EPISODE (We instructed ChatGPT to generate an AI description, and it came up with this creepy and inaccurate blurb):The STAY F. HOMEKINS co...
2023-03-111h 38
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsCharleston, South Carolina (w/ Busy Philipps, Maria Blasucci, Craig Cackowski, Eugene Cordero, Shaun Diston, Amanda Lund, Tawny Newsome, Colleen Smith, Carl Tart, Little Janet Varney, Jean Villepique)Paul F. Tompkins says hello and goodbye on this edition of Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul's very special guest is Spontaneanation's first and final guest, Busy Philipps of Busy Tonight! They chat about what Busy's themed restaurant would be and why. Then, they are joined by improvisers Maria Blasucci, Craig Cackowski, Eugene Cordero, Shaun Diston, Amanda Lund, Tawny Newsome, Colleen Smith, Carl Tart, Little Janet Varney, and Jean Villepique, to improvise a story set in Charleston, South Carolina. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!This episode is brought to you by Leesa ( w...
2019-01-211h 38
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsThe Jail Underneath Disneyland (w/ Eban Schletter, Sarah Burns, Nyima Funk, Victor Yerrid)Paul F. Tompkins pleases theme song rippers on this week's Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul's very special guest is Spontaneanation's own Eban Schletter! Then, they are joined by improvisers Sarah Burns, Nyima Funk, and Victor Yerrid, to improvise a story set in The Jail Underneath Disneyland. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!This episode is brought to you by Leesa ( www.leesa.com/PFT ).
2019-01-131h 11
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsIn a Magician's Apartment (w/ Open Mike Eagle, Ally Beardsley, Chris Grace, Jacquis Neal)Paul F. Tompkins has some fun laughing and welcoming listeners back to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul's special return guest is hip-hop artist Open Mike Eagle! Then, they are joined by improvisers Ally Beardsley, Chris Grace, and Jacquis Neal, to improvise a story set In a Magician's Apartment. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!This episode is brought to you by Squarespace ( www.squarespace.com/PFT code: PFT), Palm ( www.palm.com ), and Leesa ( www.leesa.com/PFT code: PFT).
2019-01-061h 00
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsA New Year's Day Brunch at a Hotel Restaurant (w/ Dave Holmes, Laci Mosley, Oscar Montoya, Santina Muha)Paul F. Tompkins welcomes listeners on the eve of a New Year back to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul's special return guest is comedian Dave Holmes of Homophilia! Then, they are joined by improvisers Laci Mosley, Oscar Montoya, and Santina Muha, to improvise a story set at A New Year's Day Brunch at a Hotel Restaurant. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!
2018-12-301h 11
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsInside the Organist's Room at a Baseball Stadium (w/ The WorkJuice Players: Craig Cackowski, Mark Gagliardi, Marc Evan Jackson, Hal Lublin, Annie Savage, Little Janet Varney)Paul F. Tompkins wishes listeners a very Merry Christmas on a new Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul's special return guests are The WorkJuice Players aka Craig Cackowski, Mark Gagliardi, Marc Evan Jackson, Hal Lublin, Annie Savage, and Little Janet Varney. Everyone chats about monkeys they've worked with then improvise a story set Inside the Organist's Room at a Baseball Stadium. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!This episode is brought to you by Palm ( www.palm.com ) and The Jim Jefferies Show Podcast.
2018-12-231h 22
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsOrlando, Florida: Live from The Bell House (w/ Matt Rogers, Eugene Cordero, Tawny Newsome)Paul F. Tompkins welcomes the audience at The Bell House in Brooklyn back to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul's special guest is comedian Matt Rogers of Las Culturistas! Then, they are joined by improvisers Eugene Cordero and Tawny Newsome, to improvise a story set in Orlando, Florida. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!This episode is brought to you by National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Palm ( www.palm.com ), Leesa ( www.leesa.com/PFT ), and Robinhood ( SPONT.robinhood.com ).
2018-12-161h 00
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsParking Lot At A Phish Concert: Live from The Bell House (w/ Natalie Walker, Eugene Cordero, Tawny Newsome)Paul F. Tompkins welcomes theatre patrons and listeners at home back to Spontaneanation live from The Bell House in Brooklyn! This time out, Paul's special guest is singer/actress Natalie Walker! Then, they are joined by improvisers Eugene Cordero and Tawny Newsome, to improvise a story set at a Parking Lot at a Phish Concert. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!This episode is brought to you by The Jim Jefferies Show Podcast, ButcherBox ( www.butcherbox.com/spont code: SPONT), and Leesa ( www.leesa.com/PFT code: PFT).
2018-12-091h 03
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. Tompkins1910s Home Being Renovated In Hudson River Valley (w/ Erin Gibson, Jordan Black, Stephanie Courtney, Gary Anthony Williams)Paul F. Tompkins loves that he caught you listening to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul's special return guest is Erin Gibson of Throwing Shade! Erin chats about which weapon she would prefer be used to kill her, why ghosts aren't afraid of technology, and Michael Myers being too cool to run. Then, they are joined by improvisers Jordan Black, Stephanie Courtney, and Gary Anthony Williams, to improvise a story set at a 1910s Home Being Renovated In Hudson River Valley. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!This episode is brought to you...
2018-12-021h 21
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsHospital Parking Lot (w/ Patti Harrison, Shulie Cowen, Chad Westbrook, Ify Nwadiwe)Paul F. Tompkins cries tears of joy as he welcomes everyone back to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul's special guest is comedian/writer/actor Patti Harrison! Patti chats about which neighborhood she would be in Los Angeles and New York, why she hasn't been to the dentist in 14 years, and the TV series Beyond Belief: Fact or Fiction. Then, they are joined by improvisers Shulie Cowen, Chad Westbrook, and Ify Nwadiwe, to improvise a story set in a Hospital Parking Lot. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!This episode is brought to...
2018-11-251h 16
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsGrandma's Kitchen (w/ Vella Lovell, Kimia Behpoornia, Edgar Momplaisir, Carla Cackowski)Paul F. Tompkins welcomes friends (old and new) back to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul's special guest is actress Vella Lovell of Crazy Ex-Girlfriend! Vella chats about which celebrity she would like to die in the arms of, the movie Hook, and being a kid watching TV trying to not get caught watching something she shouldn't have. Then, they are joined by improvisers Kimia Behpoornia, Edgar Momplaisir, and Carla Cackowski, to improvise a story set in Grandma's Kitchen. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano! This episode is sponsored by Robinhood ( www.spont...
2018-11-191h 08
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsTarget (w/ Jameela Jamil, Maribeth Monroe, Marc Evan Jackson)Paul F. Tompkins says "I love you" and welcomes you back to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul's special guest is actress Jameela Jamil of The Good Place! Jameela chats about where she plans to spend the apocalypse, Target being her favorite place on Earth, and the 3 times she broke her nose. Then, they are joined by improvisers & The Good Place all-stars Maribeth Monroe and Marc Evan Jackson, to improvise a story set in a Target. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!This episode is brought to you by The Jim Jeffries Show...
2018-11-111h 05
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsA Jiffy Lube Waiting Room (w/ Kara R. Brown, Jaime Moyer, Mary Sohn, Tim Baltz)Paul F. Tompkins welcomes all including Daredevil to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul's special guest is writer and co-host of "Keep It," Kara R. Brown! Kara chats about who is her secret crush right now, getting the first ever Distinguished Alumni Award from her small private school, and believing that weddings are not a big deal. Then, they are joined by improvisers Jaime Moyer, Mary Sohn, and Tim Baltz, to improvise a story set in A Jiffy Lube Waiting Room. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!This episode is brought to you...
2018-11-051h 06
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsA Train Platform: Live from London (w/ Starlee Kine, Tawny Newsome, Little Janet Varney)Paul F. Tompkins welcomes the live London audience to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul's special guest is broadcaster/writer/nice person Starlee Kine! Starlee chats about her relationship with God, her sister's Shakeology phase, and recently having a full on sister fight in public. Then, they are joined by improvisers Tawny Newsome and Little Janet Varney, to improvise a story set at A Train Platform. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!This episode is brought to you by The Jim Jeffries Show Podcast and Robinhood ( spont.robinhood.com ).
2018-10-281h 04
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsPool In Palm Springs (w/ Trixie Mattel, Colleen Smith, Annie Savage, Oscar Montoya)Paul F. Tompkins welcomes ringtone rippers and everyone else back to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul's special guest is fantastic performer/drag superstar Trixie Mattel! Trixie chats about the last time he was in a stream, nature related likes/dislikes growing up in the " country country," and the effects of cryotherapy. Then, they are joined by improvisers Colleen Smith, Annie Savage, and Oscar Montoya, to improvise a story set in a Pool In Palm Springs. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!This episode is brought to you by Leesa ( www.leesa.com...
2018-10-211h 00
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsHot Spring At A Discount Resort In Iceland: Live from Detroit (w/ Christophe Zajac-Denek, Eugene Cordero, Tawny Newsome, Little Janet Varney)Paul F. Tompkins welcomes all of Detroit to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul's special guest is musician and actor Christophe Zajac-Denek of Twin Peaks! Christophe chats about putting chewed up pieces of paper into light sockets when he was 5 to 7 years old, his "worst" first kiss, and playing drums in the band Mini Kiss at the AVN Awards. Then, they are joined by improvisers Eugene Cordero, Tawny Newsome, and Little Janet Varney, to improvise a story set at a Hot Spring At A Discount Resort In Iceland. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on...
2018-10-141h 08
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsIn Line at a Delayed Lauryn Hill Concert: Live from Detroit (w/ James Rigato, Eugene Cordero, Tawny Newsome, Little Janet Varney)Paul F. Tompkins welcomes the beautiful crowd of Detroit to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul's special guest is the proprietor of Mabel Gray, Chef James Rigato! James chats about recurring dreams that are significant to him, why goats are the hardest to raise and kill, and if given the opportunity, would he try human flesh. Then, they are joined by improvisers Eugene Cordero, Tawny Newsome, and Little Janet Varney, to improvise a story set In Line at a Delayed Lauryn Hill Concert. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!This episode is brought...
2018-10-071h 02
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsAmusement Park (w/ Kether Donohue, Shaun Diston, Mandell Maughan, Carl Tart)Paul F. Tompkins is glad to be welcoming all back to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul's special guest is Kether Donohue of You're the Worst! Kether chats about which album she would recreate in a studio as the lead singer, why she got kicked out of all girls catholic school, and why Scent of a Woman is a must watch. Then, they are joined by improvisers Shaun Diston, Mandell Maughan, and Carl Tart, to improvise a story set in an Amusement Park. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!This episode is brought...
2018-09-301h 08
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsWinston-Salem, North Carolina (w/ Jackie Michele Johnson, Matt Gourley, Laci Mosley, Santina Muha)Paul F. Tompkins makes it clear that none are unwelcome to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul's special guest is actor/comedian Jackie Michele Johnson of Natch Beaut! Jackie chats about what conspiracy she would start, the worst dog she's ever walked, and her experience doing "the coffee sleeve narc job." Then, they are joined by improvisers Matt Gourley, Laci Mosley, and Santina Muha, to improvise a story set in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano! This episode is sponsored by Audible ( www.audible.com/SPONTANEANATIONWITHPAULFTOMPKINS or text SPONTANEANATION with P...
2018-09-241h 14
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsGermany: Live from Philly (w/ Kae Lani, Eugene Cordero, Tawny Newsome, Little Janet Varney)Paul F. Tompkins welcomes the wonderful crowd of Philadelphia back to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul's special guest is Food Editor for USA Today, Kae Lani! Kae chats about her first job, how her grandfather would pull her in a Radio Flyer Red Wagon to sell plants when she was a kid, and some of the spoof songs she would sing working at Cold Stone Creamery. Then, they are joined by improvisers Eugene Cordero, Tawny Newsome, and Little Janet Varney, to improvise a story set in Germany. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on...
2018-09-171h 09
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsSan Diego Comic-Con: Live from Philly (w/ Ariell Johnson, Eugene Cordero, Tawny Newsome, Little Janet Varney)Paul F. Tompkins welcomes the wonderful crowd of Philadelphia to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul's special guest is Amalgam Comics & Coffeehouse owner Ariell Johnson! Ariell chats about what her first pet's name was, all of her fish she had growing up, and why she'd prefer a cat over a dog if she were to get another pet. Then, they are joined by improvisers Eugene Cordero, Tawny Newsome, and Little Janet Varney, to improvise a story set at San Diego Comic-Con. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!This episode is brought to you...
2018-09-101h 01
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsReno, NV (w/ Kulap Vilaysack, Maribeth Monroe, Mano Agapion, Ify Nwadiwe)Paul F. Tompkins welcomes everyone abruptly back to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul's special guest is writer/comedian/actress Kulap Vilaysack of Bajillion Dollar Propertie$! Kulap chats about being the child of refugees, which zoo is her favorite, and learning to breathe with the Grinberg Method. Then, they are joined by improvisers Maribeth Monroe, Mano Agapion, and Ify Nwadiwe, to improvise a story set in Reno, Nevada. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano! This episode is sponsored by Leesa ( www.leesa.com/PFT ) and Away ( www.awaytravel.com/PFT code: PFT).
2018-09-021h 22
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsEudora, AR (w/ Jay Ellis, Gary Anthony Williams, Ryan Gaul, Jaime Moyer)Paul F. Tompkins welcomes all the distracted people back to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul's special guest is Jay Ellis of HBO's Insecure! Jay chats about which country is the most romantic and why, the perils of long bus rides, and his most exotic animal sightings. Then, they are joined by improvisers Gary Anthony Williams, Ryan Gaul, and Jaime Moyer, to improvise a story set at in Eudora, Arkansas. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!This episode is sponsored by Leesa ( www.leesa.com/PFT ).
2018-08-261h 11
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsHigh School Auditorium (w/ Scott Thompson, Colleen Smith, Chris Grace, Mano Agapion)Paul F. Tompkins gets philosophical in welcoming listeners back to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul's special guest is actor/comedian Scott Thompson of The Kids in the Hall! Scott chats about what song he puts on when a hookup comes over, becoming content with himself, and staging an countrywide intervention for the US. Then, they are joined by improvisers Colleen Smith, Chris Grace, and Mano Agapion, to improvise a story set in a High School Auditorium. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano! This episode is sponsored by Leesa ( www.leesa.com/PFT ).
2018-08-201h 09
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsInside the Mind of a Horny Housewife (w/ Calpernia Addams, Kimia Behpoornia, Maria Blasucci, Ronnie Adrian)Paul F. Tompkins welcomes music lovers back to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul's special guest is author/actress/musician Calpernia Addams! Calpernia chats about her first memory, figuring out what was going on in pop-culture when she was younger by sifting through Mad magazines,and the mixtape that changed her life. Then, they are joined by improvisers Kimia Behpoornia, Maria Blasucci, and Ronnie Adrian, to improvise a story set Inside the Mind of a Horny Housewife. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!
2018-08-1258 min
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsHigh School Graduation (w/ Sam Richardson, Ally Beardsley, Ronnie Adrian, Carl Tart)Paul F. Tompkins welcomes you back to the good ol' show known as Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul's special return guest is Sam Richardson of Veep and Detroiters! Sam chats about why he is here, coming to the conclusion that he wasn't religious when he figured out Santa Claus wasn't real, and what was his concept of God when he was little. Then, they are joined by improvisers Ally Beardsley, Ronnie Adrian, and Carl Tart, to improvise a story set at a High School Graduation. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!This...
2018-08-061h 07
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsFilthy Public Bathroom (w/ Roxane Gay, Ego Nwodim, Gary Anthony Williams, Maria Blasucci)Paul F. Tompkins welcomes friends near and far, high and low, & big and small back to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul's special guest is writer/professor/author Roxane Gay! Roxane chats about what her name, personality and occupation would be if she were born the opposite sex, playing at construction sites as a kid, and never meeting a dog she's been cool with her whole life. Then, they are joined by improvisers Ego Nwodim, Gary Anthony Williams, and Maria Blasucci, to improvise a story set in a Filthy Public Bathroom. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores...
2018-07-231h 03
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsPortland, Oregon (w/ Erin Whitehead, Edgar Momplaisir, Laci Mosley)Paul F. Tompkins finishes up some business and welcomes listeners back to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul's special return guest is actor/improviser Erin Whitehead of Wild Horses! Erin chats about what she would do if she saw herself from 5 minutes ago across the room eating a banana split, what kind of magic she was waiting for as a kid, and making herself sound smarter in her old journals. Then, they are joined by improvisers Edgar Momplaisir and Laci Mosley, to improvise a story set in Portland, Oregon. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all...
2018-07-081h 07
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsPalm Springs (w/ Veronica Osorio, Amanda Lund, Shaun Diston, Matt Gourley)Paul F. Tompkins surprises unsuspecting listeners on today's Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul's special guest is actor and improviser Veronica Osorio of the Treks and the City Podcast! Veronica chats about what she would make a souvenir penny machine for, why she's been drawing vaginas lately, and dubbing the songs for Dorothy during a performance of The Wizard of Oz in high school. Then, they are joined by improvisers Amanda Lund, Shaun Diston, and Matt Gourley, to improvise a story set in Palm Springs. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!This episode...
2018-07-011h 08
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsA Craft Fair (w/ Caitlin Gill, Tony Rodriguez, Joan Ford, Steve Szlaga)Paul F. Tompkins is proud of his listeners on today's Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul's special guest is stand-up comedian Caitlin Gill! Caitlin chats about what style concept she's always wanted to try, living in the basement of Bobcat Goldthwait, and her experience under the influence of mushrooms. Then, they are joined by improvisers Tony Rodriguez, Joan Ford, and Steve Szlaga, to improvise a story set in A Craft Fair. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!
2018-06-271h 05
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsAkron, OH (w/ Cameron Esposito, Rhea Butcher, Chad Westbrook, Ryan Barton, Chris Grace)Paul F. Tompkins is confident in welcoming back everyone to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul's special guests are comedy couple Cameron Esposito and Rhea Butcher of Take My Wife! They chat about why you shouldn't watch TV in the morning, Emilio Estevez's relatives, and what the musicals about their lives would be called. Then, they are joined by improvisers Chad Westbrook, Ryan Barton, and Chris Grace to improvise a story set in Akron, OH. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!
2018-06-241h 12
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsParrot Jungle, A Parrot-Only Zoo in Miami, FL (w/ Natalie Morales, Mano Agapion, Jiavani Linayao, Oscar Montoya)Paul F. Tompkins welcomes everyone back as Pride Month continues on Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul's special return guest is Natalie Morales of Parks and Recreation! Natalie chats about why her favorite teacher has changed over time, being given Pepsi and condensed milk as a child to gain weight, and a story about the hottest teacher at her school. Then, they are joined by improvisers Mano Agapion, Jiavani Linayao, and Oscar Montoya, to improvise a story set in Parrot Jungle, A Parrot-Only Zoo in Miami, FL. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!T...
2018-06-171h 09
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsSF Sketchfest Tribute to Paul F. TompkinsOn a bonus episode of Spontaneanation, we proudly present the SF Sketchfest Tribute to Paul F. Tompkins featuring Matt Gourley, Ben Acker, Rhea Butcher, John Hodgman, Eban Schletter, and The Workjuice Players. Enjoy!
2018-05-281h 13
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsJury DeliberationsPaul F. Tompkins welcomes everyone who can hear his voice on this weeks Spontaneanation! This time out, Pauls special guest is This American Life host and producer Ira Glass! They chat about what memory from Iras childhood he wishes he could change, not getting the point of drinking alcohol until he turned 30, and becoming involved with the rerelease of The Adventures of Chickenman. Paul is then joined by Little Janet Varney, Jean Villepique, and Craig Cackowski, to improvise a story set in Jury Deliberations. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano! Paul...
2017-08-071h 20
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsArt Gallery: Live from LargoPaul F. Tompkins welcomes the audience back to Spontaneanation, recorded in front of a LIVE audience at the world-famous Largo at The Coronet! This week, Pauls special guest is actor Steven Yeun of The Walking Dead! They chat about what day Steven would go back to relive & change, how Steven got a scar during high-school track warm ups, and Steven's church band. Paul is then joined by Shulie Cowen, Tawny Newsome, and Chris Tallman, to improvise a story set in an Art Gallery. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano! Photos by L...
2017-01-091h 05
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsHome DepotPaul F. Tompkins welcomes everyone back to this free show known as Spontaneanation! This week, Paul's special return guest is Nicole Parker of MADtv and the Broadway stage! They chat about Nicoles first suit, bombing in front of David Bowie, and the appropriate title for a master of wigs. Paul is then joined by Brandon Johnson, Amanda Lund and Mary Sohn, to improvise a story set in Home Depot. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano! This episode is brought to you by Glasses USA (www.glassesUSA.com/Paul).
2017-01-021h 08
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsEast NYC VillagePaul F. Tompkins welcomes all who feel that they need to be welcomed to this weeks episode of Spontaneanation! This week, Pauls special guest is Oscar Nunez of The Office and People of Earth! They chat about why Oscar cares about God, his former job as a dental technician, and his time spent in customer service at Bloomingdaless in New York. Paul is then joined by Craig Cackowski, Jean Villepique, and Gary Anthony Williams, to improvise a story set in East NYC Village. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano! Paul & Eban...
2016-11-281h 01
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsTrain Station: Live from LargoPaul F. Tompkins welcomes the audience back to Spontaneanation, recorded in front of a LIVE audience at the world-famous Largo at The Coronet! This week, Pauls special guest is SNL alum Horatio Sanz! They chat about what Horatio's "Sliding Doors" career would be, Horatio listening to The Beatles in the dark with his best friend, and finding his older brother's disturbing newspaper clippings. Paul is then joined by his Bajillion Dollar Propertie$ co-stars Ryan Gaul, Mandell Maughan, and Drew Tarver to improvise a story set at a Train Station. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it...
2016-11-2159 min
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsA Whale's BellyPaul F. Tompkins welcomes all the future Snapchatting people to this weeks episode of Spontaneanation! This week, Pauls special return guest is Natalie Morales of Parks and Recreation and The Grinder! They chat about the time the most fun Natalie's ever had at a hospital, the problems with wearing Heelys as an adult, and hoping to die in a funny way. Paul is then joined by Matt Gourley, Craig Cackowski, and Colleen Smith, to improvise a story set in A Whales Belly. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano! Paul & Eban wi...
2016-11-131h 04
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsThe Last SizzlerPaul F. Tompkins welcomes all the people who are just getting caught up on their shows to this weeks episode of Spontaneanation! This week, Pauls special guest is journalist Jeb Lund! They chat about what fruit Jeb would pick to be the only fruit he could ever eat, why he kept getting sent to the Principals office as a child, and what to expect when watching an episode of CSI & Law and Order. Paul is then joined by Stephanie Courtney, Maria Blasucci, and Amanda Lund, to improvise a story set in The Last Sizzler. And as always, Eban (only the...
2016-11-061h 03
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsDonut Factory: Live from LargoPaul F. Tompkins welcomes the mighty and the humble back to Spontaneanation, recorded in front of a LIVE audience at the world-famous Largo at The Coronet! This week, Paul's special guest is Desmin Borges of FXX's You're the Worst! They chat about Desmin's childhood heroes, what the movie Purple Rain is truly about, and Desmin's days of hustling in Chicago. Paul is then joined by his Bajillion Dollar Propertie$ co-stars Dan Ahdoot, Tim Baltz, and Tawny Newsome to improvise a story set in a Donut Factory. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!
2016-09-181h 17
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsAquariumPaul F. Tompkins welcomes you and to ever should be listening alongside of you to this weeks episode of Spontaneanation! This week, Paul's special guests are Sean Clements and Hayes Davenport, hosts of Earwolf's own Hollywood Handbook! They chat about the first thing they can remember breaking, a child's misguided plan to save trees from being cut down, and how Sean & Hayes first met. Paul, Sean, and Hayes then improvise a story set in an Aquarium. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano! Spontaneanation Live returns to Largo this Saturday, September 3rd! Featu...
2016-08-281h 11
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsCold Storage Facility at a Chicken FarmPaul F. Tompkins welcomes all welcomers to this weeks episode of Spontaneanation! This week, Paul's special guests are Anna Drezen and Nicole Silverberg of Reductress! They chat about the lost toys of childhood, romanticizing orphans, and the history of The Boxcar Children. Paul is then joined by Annie Savage, Sarah Burns, and Colleen Smith to improvise a story set in a Cold Storage Facility at a Chicken Farm. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano! Spontaneanation Live is heading to New York! Sunday, November 13, at the wold-famous Bell House in Brooklyn! The early s...
2016-08-2159 min
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsSummer Camp: Live from Fox Cabaret in Vancouver, BCPaul F. Tompkins welcomes the live people of Vancouver, BC and the people of the internet to this week's episode of Spontaneanation, recorded live from the famous Fox Cabaret! This week, Pauls special guest is Vancouver's legendary improv group The Sunday Service: Ryan Beil, Caitlin Howden, Kevin Lee, Aaron Read, and Taz Van Rassel! Paul chats with Caitlin about the childhood trauma that defined her as an artist, being raised in a small inuit village, and the proper disposal of sheep dogs. Paul and Caitlin are then joined by the entire Sunday Service to improvise a story set at Summ...
2016-07-311h 25
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsGabrielle's QuinceaeraPaul F. Tompkins welcomes anyone with a moth in their throat to this weeks episode of Spontaneanation! This week, Pauls special guest is Rachel Bloom of Crazy Ex-Girlfriend! They chat about Rachel's favorite Prince song, her father's weird sense of humor, and pretending to know more than you actually do. Paul is then joined by Stephanie Courtney, Ryan Gaul, and Gary Anthony Williams to improvise a story set at Gabrielle's Quinceañera. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano! The next live edition of Spontaneanation happens Saturday, August 6 at Largo at The Coro...
2016-07-2459 min
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsMinnesota State FairPaul F. Tompkins welcomes all with his impressive vocal range to this weeks episode of Spontaneanation! This week, Pauls special guest is Cedric Yarbrough of Reno 911! and HBO's Ballers! They chat about how Cedric pronounces "data," getting into a fist fight as an adult, and unusual nicknames for relatives. Paul is then joined by Mark McConville, Colleen Smith, and Little Janet Varney to improvise a story set at the Minnesota State Fair. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano! The next live edition of Spontaneanation happens Saturday, August 6 at Largo at The Cor...
2016-07-171h 12
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsParisPaul F. Tompkins welcomes all who enter a room (especially at Jury Duty) to this weeks episode of Spontaneanation! This week, Pauls special guest is singer/actor/writer/director Nathan Lee Graham! They chat about what job Nathan would permanently erase from his timeline, how he handles being recognized on the subway; and Paul and Nathan institute the Tyler Perry Residuals Challenge. Paul is then joined by Maria Blasucci, Matt Gourley, and Tawny Newsome to improvise a story set in Paris. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano! The next live edition o...
2016-07-1059 min
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsA Comic Book ShopPaul F. Tompkins welcomes all celebrating Independence Day to this weeks episode of Spontaneanation! This week, Pauls special guest is actor and man of a million voices Phil LaMarr! They chat about the last item he donated to charity, the story behind the Hamburglar, and shopping in the women's section of Goodwill for sketch costumes. Paul is then joined by Craig Cackowski, Nyima Funk, and Marc Evan Jackson to improvise a story set in a Comic Book Shop. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano! The next live edition of Spontaneanation happens S...
2016-07-031h 06
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsHamilton on BroadwayPaul F. Tompkins welcomes those near and far to this weeks episode of Spontaneanation! This week, Pauls special returning guest is Busy Philipps of HBO's Vice Principals! They chat about whether or not her child self would like her adult self, what it truly means to be a latchkey kid, and the impact of milk commercial monologues on her childhood. Paul is then joined by Jordan Black, Mandell Maughan, and Jean Villepique to improvise a story set at Hamilton on Broadway. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano! The next live edition of S...
2016-06-261h 04
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsTelevangelist's StudioPaul F. Tompkins welcomes everyone standing, sitting, or lying down listening to this week's episode of Spontaneanation! This week, Pauls special guest is Sam Richardson of HBO's Veep! They chat about how Sam defines magic, when is the perfect time to do the splits, and buses full of girls. Paul is then joined by Hal Lublin, Annie Savage and Victor Yerrid to improvise a story set in a Televangelist's Studio. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano! The next live edition of Spontaneanation happens Saturday, August 6 at Largo at The Coronet! Join Pa...
2016-06-191h 18
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsKnott's Scary Farm: Live from LargoPaul F. Tompkins welcomes all, including those who known the titles of his stand-up comedy albums, to a LIVE episode of Spontaneanation, recorded at the world-famous Largo at The Coronet! This week, Pauls special guest is singer-songwriter Grant-Lee Phillips! They chat about which existing superhero Grant relates to, being a child magician, and Vincent Price. Paul is then joined by Stephanie Courtney, Colleen Smith, and Gary Anthony Williams to improvise a story set at Knott's Scary Farm. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano! Photos by Liezl Estipona. The next live e...
2016-06-121h 11
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsA Coffee Plantation in Bali: Live from SXSWPaul F. Tompkins welcomes all Texans and those on the internet to this episode of Spontaneanation, recorded in front of a live audience at the 2016 South By Southwest Festival in Austin, TX! This week, Pauls special guest is Who Charted? and Bajillion Dollar Propertie$' own Kulap Vilaysack! They chat about whom Kulap would kill first if murder were legal, getting into "gang" fights as a youth, and her time working at Hulk Hogan's Pastamania. Paul is then joined by his Bajillion Dollar Propertie$ co-stars Ryan Gaul, Mandell Maughan, Tawny Newsome, and Drew Tarver to improvise a story set in...
2016-06-051h 19
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsSanta Fe Art GalleryPaul F. Tompkins welcomes everyone using any of the five senses to the 50th episode of SPONTANEANATION! This week, Pauls special guest is Matt Besser of improv4humans! They chat about who would be the ideal sibling, mischievous imaginary friends, and Matt's dad's philosophy of living the high life. Paul is then joined by Craig Cackowski, Hal Lublin, and Amanda Lund to improvise a story set at a Santa Fe Art Gallery. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano! SPONTANEANATION LIVE returns to Largo on Saturday, April 2nd! Paul's special guest will be Gr...
2016-03-061h 07
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsUniversal Studios HollywoodPaul F. Tompkins welcomes a collective group of listeners back to SPONTANEANATION! This week, Pauls special guest is stand-up comedian Cameron Esposito of the upcoming Seeso standup special "Marriage Material" (March 24)! They chat about how glasses are made, how children figure out insults, and the Pope's eye doctor.Paul is then joined by Shulie Cowen, Brandon Johnson, and Chris Tallman to improvise a story set at Universal Studios Hollywood. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!Theres no live Spontaneanation at Largo next month, but you can still see Paul there on Saturday...
2016-02-281h 13
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsLaundromatPaul F. Tompkins sends a special welcome to you (and only you) to this magical place called SPONTANEANATION! This week, Pauls special guest is Judy Greer of Married, Archer, and Arrested Development! They chat about New Year's resolutions, who's at fault in most of Judy's car accidents, and eating in nail spas. Paul is then joined by Jessica Chaffin, Mark McConville and Annie Savage to improvise a story set in a Laundromat. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!Theres no live Spontaneanation at Largo next month, but you can still see Paul...
2016-02-211h 13
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsPediatrician's OfficePaul F. Tompkins welcomes everyone who took the time to stream, download, oroverhearSPONTANEANATION! This week, Pauls special guest is Midroll CEO and The Wolf Den host Adam Sachs! They chat about baseball, how muchbrain space is needed to know threelanguages, and "therules ofthe road" in India. Paul is then joined by Carla Cackowski, Craig Cackowski, and Little Janet Varney to improvise a story set in a Pediatrician's Office. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!There's no live Spontaneanation at Largo next month, but you can still see Paul there on Saturday March 5...
2016-02-141h 20
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsMargaritavillePaul F. Tompkins welcomes everyone in the world, including people he knows, back toSPONTANEANATION! This week, Paul's special guest is Jerry Minor of Mr. Show and Saturday Night Live! They chat about Jerry's million-dollar idea, why Jehovah's Witnesses don't celebrate birthdays, and which race makeup needs to be perfected. Paul is then joined by Hal Lublin, Michael Oosterom, and Jean Villepique to improvise a story set in Margaritaville. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano! SPONTANEANATION LIVE returns to Largo Saturday, February 6th! With interview guest Cedric Yardbrough from Reno 911 and improvisors JOrdan...
2016-01-311h 05
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsThe First Class Cabin of An Aer Lingus 747 in The 1970s: Live from LargoPaul F. Tompkins once again welcomes the wonderful real people of Los Angeles ANDthe internet to a LIVEepisode of Spontaneanation, recorded at the world-famousLargo at The Coronet! This week, Paul'sspecial guest is singer-songwriter Susanna Hoffs of The Bangles! They chat about her new love affair with ice cream, aggressive squirrels, and scary neighborhoodvans. Paul is then joined by his No, You Shut Up! colleagues Drew Massey, Colleen Smith, and Victor Yerrid to improvise a story set in The First Class Cabin of An Aer Lingus 747 in The 1970s. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all...
2016-01-101h 34
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsPet Store, Post RobberyPaul F. Tompkins wishes all of you here and inheaven a Happy New Year and a grand return to SPONTANEANATION! This week, Paul's special guest is humorist David Rees of Going Deep with David Rees! They chat aboutthe best gift David's evergiven, the extreme cuteness of David'sbaby brother, and David's strange high school secret. Paul is then joined by Shulie Cowen, Jean Villepique, and Chris Tallman to improvise a story set in a Pet Store, Post Robbery. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!LIVE episodes of SPONTANEANATION return to Largo on The...
2016-01-031h 25
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsInside a 40 Year-Old Woman's PursePaul F. Tompkins welcomes all, the many, the few, the high, and the low back to SPONTANEANATION! This week, Paul's special guest is comedian/improviser/writer Eliza Skinner of Turnt Up! and The Late Late Show with James Corden! They chat about the glamour of entertainment seen through a child's eyes, having conversations with sleeping people, and feeling frustrated by TV/movie characters in frustrating situations. Paul is then joined by Hal Lublin, Mark McConville and Jean Villepique to improvise a story set Inside a 40 Year-Old Woman's Purse. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all...
2015-12-271h 08
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsFreeport, IllinoisPaul F. Tompkins welcomes everyone to unwrap the Christmas gift of a new SPONTANEANATION! This week, Paul's special guest is Ravi Patel of Grandfathered and Meet the Patels! They chat about Ravi's secretgirlfriend, what's going on with Mario Lopez, and thedifficulty oftaking compliments. Paul is then joined by Janet Varney, Chris Tallman, and Jean Villepique to improvise a story set in Freeport, Illinois. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!LIVE episodes of SPONTANEANATION return to Largo on The Coroneton Saturday, February 6, 2016! Get your tickets now: bit.ly/SPONT0216
2015-12-201h 05
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsTV News Control RoomPaul F. Tompkins welcomes you, him, her, and it back to SPONTANEANATION! This week, Pauls special guest is Paul Scheer of The League and How Did This Get Made! They chat about who Paul Scheer would want to switch bodies with for a day, the reason why you shouldn't see a friend's baby right away, and how pregnancy books do not prepare you for taking care of a baby. The Pauls are then joined by Erinn Hayes, Marc Evan Jackson, and Hal Lublin to improvise a story set in a TV News Control Room. And as always, Eban (only...
2015-11-081h 19
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsVent Haven Ventriloquist MuseumPaul F. Tompkins welcomes all unseen visitors back to SPONTANEANATION! This week, Paul'sspecial guest is Laraine Newman, alumnaof The Groundlings and Saturday Night Live! They chat about Laraine making sacrifices withher husband, adinner party that was hijacked by vegans, and the first & last time she got drunk.Paul is then joined by Maria Blasucci, Marc Evan Jackson, and Jeremy Carter to improvise a story set at theVent Haven Ventriloquist Museum inFort Mitchell, KY. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!Dont forget! The next LIVE SPONTANEANATION is happeningSaturday, November 7thwith special guest Keegan...
2015-10-181h 11
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsOne Hour Photo ShopPaul F. Tompkins welcomes everyone back to hear all the voices on SPONTANEANATION! This week, Paul'sspecial guest is Andrea Savage from The Hotwives of Las Vegas! They chat about Andrea's earliest memory, the very specific fear that caused her to sleep on the floor for a year,and the dangers of earplugs. Paul is then joined by JessicaChaffin, Matt Gourley, and Drew Massey to improvise a story set in a One Hour Photo Shop. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!DVR ALERT! Paul's new one-hour comedy special "Crying and Driving" airs this...
2015-10-041h 12
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsA Top Chef Finale AfterpartyPaul F. Tompkins welcomes fans of repeating words to this thing called SPONTANEANATION! This week, Paulsspecial guest is singer-songwriter Jonathan Coulton! They chat about phone etiquette, thank-you notes, and what Jonathan's grandparent nickname would be. Paul is then joined by Janet Varney, Hal Lublin, and Annie Savage to improvise a story set at a Top Chef Finale Afterparty. And as always, Eban Schletter (only the best) scores it all on piano!The next LIVE SPONTANEANATION will be recorded at Largo onSaturday, September 12th, with special guests Kristen Schaal & Superego! Last time, Thomas Lennon and Paul covered a Joy Division...
2015-08-161h 11
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsDeath ValleyPaul F. Tompkins welcomes friends, strangers, mutual friends, work friends, acquaintances, and moreback to SPONTANEANATION! This week, Paulsspecial guest is Real Time with Bill Maher Executive Producerand playwright Scott Carter! They chat about Scotts fury atMike Wallace of 60 Minutes,being achildhood baseball card grifter,and unpleasant BBQ associations. Paul is then joined by Jessica Chaffin, Michael Oosterom, and Colleen Smith to improvise a story set in Death Valley. As always, Eban Schletter, only the best, scores it all on piano!The next LIVE SPONTANEANATION will be recorded at Largo onSaturday, September 12th, with special guests Kristen Schaal & Superego! Last...
2015-08-091h 14
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsMalibuPaul F. Tompkins sends the warmest of welcomes only to the SPONTANEANATION listeners who can handle it! This week, Paulsspecial guest is exceedingly talented artist and podcaster Lisa Hanawalt ofBoJack Horseman on Netflix and theBaby Geniuses podcast!They chat about scary naps,disturbing yourselfwith your owndrawings, and wakingup before dawnin order to complete all tasks on a phonevideo game. Paul is then joined by Maria Blasucci, Sarah Burns, and Chris Tallman to improvise a story set in Malibu. As always, the extraordinary Eban Schletter scores it all on piano!The next LIVE SPONTANEANATION will be recorded at Largo onSaturday...
2015-08-021h 17
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsA Theme Park Break RoomPaul F. Tompkins welcomes friends, family, cousin varietals, uncles not related by blood, and pets to SPONTANEANATION! This week, Paulsspecial guest is creator of the Netflix original series BoJack Horseman, Raphael Bob-Waksberg! They chat about which reality competition show Raphael would have come to his home, why The Phantom Tollbooth holds up beautifully, and being hated by his middle school teacher for taking liberties during a historical re-enactment. Paul is then joined by Erinn Hayes, Marc Evan Jackson, and Mark McConville to improvise a story set at the break room for costumed characters and ride operators at a theme...
2015-07-261h 18
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsScience FairPaul F. Tompkins is the one that welcomes YOU to the special land of SPONTANEANATION! This week, Paulsspecial guest is Paget Brewster ofCommunity,Criminal Minds, andThe Thrilling Adventure Hour! They chat about what kind of food related 28th amendment she would add to the constitution, under what circumstances would she ever taste human flesh, and her fathers family shorts. Paul is then joined by Maria Blasucci, Craig Cackowski, Amanda Lund to improvise a story set at Science Fair. As always, the remarkable Eban Schletter scores it all on piano!The next LIVE SPONTANEANATION will be recorded at Largo on...
2015-07-191h 16
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsAn Intergalactic Performing Arts SchoolPaul F. Tompkins welcomes all the important people back to thissacred place known as SPONTANEANATION! This week, Paulsspecial guest is Canadian actor Aaron Abrams of NBCsHannibal! They chat about reasonsAaron would give to never talk to his cousins again, questionwhy people make Christmas cards, and reminisce aboutthe time Aaron was rushed into having a Bar Mitzvah. Paul is then joined by James Bladon, Matt Gourley, and Mark McConville of Superegoto improvise a story set at anIntergalactic School for the Performing Arts. As always, the wondrous Eban Schletter scores it all on piano!The next LIVE SPONTANEANATION will be recorded...
2015-07-121h 08
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsThe Student Lounge at A Performing Arts High SchoolPaul F. Tompkins extends his welcome to all the beloved people out there on their journey back to Spontaneanation! This week Paul'sspecial guest isJustin Kirk ofHBOs Angels in AmericaandShowtimes Weeds! They chat about the earliest memory Justinhas of doing something cruel, being a classic lurker online, and having a house warming party after living in his home for years. Paul is then joined by improvisers Sarah Burns, Matt Gourley, and Chris Tallman, to improvise a story set at A Performing Arts High School. As always, the superb Eban Schletter scores it all on piano!Los Angeles: Spontaneanation is happening...
2015-05-311h 16
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsMars Base 3Paul F. Tompkins sends his greetings from Spontaneanation, the most magical of places, and this week he is joined by special guest Dave Foley of The Kids in the Hall! They chat about having to pretend to have an allegiance to KISS at the age of 13, Frank Zappa and Alice Cooper never having the gross out contest, and K-Tel Compilation album commercials. Paul is then joined by improvisers Mark Gagliardi, Marc Evan Jackson and Amanda Lund,to improvise a story set on Mars Base 3. As always, the tremendous Eban Schletter scores it all on piano. It will be a...
2015-04-261h 07
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsSavannah, GeorgiaPaul F. Tompkins invites all you wondrous humans to Spontaneanation, and this week he is joined by special guest Melanie Lynskey of HBO's Togetherness! They chat about dropping out of college, what New Zealand looks like from space, and being humiliated in school because of the Australian song Tie Me Kangaroo Down, Sport. Paul is then joined by improvisers Sarah Burns, Marc Evan Jackson, and Janet Varney,to improvise a story set in Savannah, Georgia. As always, the terrific Eban Schletter scores it all on piano. Celebrate 4/20 by traveling to beautiful Savannah, Georgia and beyond with us!REMINDER IN...
2015-04-191h 17
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsA Secret SocietyPaul F. Tompkins once again welcomes you all to Spontaneanation, and this week he is joined by special guest Jason Ritter ofGravity Falls andHBOs Girls! They chat about Kurt Cobain being Jasons hero growing up, how reading a Choose Your Own Adventure bookcan be stressful, and believing that staring at candles for a long enough time can make you go blind. Paul is then joined by improvisers Craig Cackowski, Amanda Lund and Chris Tallman,to improvise a story set in a secret society meeting. As always, the incredible Eban Schletter scores it all on piano. Its a real Choose...
2015-04-121h 09
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsA Denny's Parking LotWelcome all in podcasting land to Spontaneanation with Paul F. Tompkins! Paul chats with his special guest Busy Philipps (Cougar Town, Thrilling Adventure Hour) about her favorite snack as a latchkey kid in Arizona. Then, special guests Craig Cackowski, Matt Gourley and Janet Varney join Paul to improvise a narrative inspired by Paul & Busys chat set in a Dennys Parking Lot with the great Eban Schletter on piano. There will be love, suspense, and people who live in dumpsters!
2015-03-311h 04
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. Tompkins0 Paul F. Tompkins presents SpontaneanationPaul F. Tompkins (and Eban Schletter on piano) introduces you to his new completely improvised podcast featuring very special guests.
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2015-03-1904 min
SPONTANEANATION with Paul F. TompkinsPaul F. Tompkins presents SpontaneanationPaul F. Tompkins (and Eban Schletter on piano) introduces you to his new completely improvised podcast featuring very special guests.
2015-03-1804 min
The Pod F. TompkastEXTRASODE: A Phone Call For Mr. TompkinsFrom The Paul F. Tompkins Show 10th Anniversary Special: "A Phone Call For Mr. Tompkins," featuring Brian Whalen.
2013-03-1921 min
The Pod F. TompkastThe Pod F. Tompkast, Episode 24: Live at LargoEpisode 24: Recorded LIVE in front of An Audience at Largo at The Coronet on October 20th, 2012. The Golden Age of Italian Explorer Television. From The Paul F. Tompkins Show: "Advice to The Probably Dead" with Melissa Rauch, Beth Littleford and Janie Haddad Tompkins. The Inevitable Conclusion of The Great Undiscovered Project. It's Nice To Not Be Alone In Your Crumbles.
The Pod F. Tompkast WILL Return.
2012-11-301h 49
The Pod F. TompkastThe Pod F. Tompkast, Episode 23: Paul Scheer, Crissy Guerrero, Andrew Lloyd Webber, Cake Boss, Mr. BrainwashEpisode 23: The Great Undiscovered Project Goes Psycho. From The Paul F. Tompkins Show: "Scheer Vengeance," featuring Paul Scheer and Crissy Guerrero. Paul gets introspective and outrospective. Next: LIVE AT LARGO.
2012-11-161h 14
The Pod F. TompkastEXTRASODE: Chik TractA rarity indeed! Here is Paul's monologue from the July 2012 performance of The Paul F. Tompkins Show.
WARNING: Contains social commentary.
Silliness will resume next month. Promise.
Recorded Live at Largo at The Coronet in West Hollywood, CA.
2012-07-3128 min
The Pod F. TompkastANNOUNCETRASODE: Come See Paul And Eban Record A Pilot For Television!!!Will you be in the Los Angeles are on Thursday, June 28th, 2012A.D.?
YOU SHOULD BE! Because then you can attend a taping of NIGHTCAP WITH PAUL F. TOMPKINS!
“Comedy Central’s 'Nightcap with Paul F. Tompkins' is a humorous and interactive look at the world of popular culture as Paul and a recurring group of his funny friends offer their unique take on the most talked-about stories of the day.”
Paul is hosting this sumbitch and Eban is doing the music LIVE.
THURSDAY, JUNE 28TH
6 & 9PM
HOLL...
2012-06-1618 min
The Dead Authors PodcastAppendix B: Friederich Nietzsche and H.P. Lovecraft, featuring James Adomian and Paul ScheerAs you await the incipient arrival of Chapter 8 and dear Aesop (not to mention Chapter 2 and long-lost Robert Louis Stevenson), please allow H.G. Wells [Paul F. Tompkins] to divert your attentions with this particularly potty treasure (?) from our archives, with special (??) guests (???) Friedrich Nietzsche [James Adomian] and H.P. Lovecraft [Paul Scheer]. Note: if you are easily offended, you may find this one a bit challenging. Mostly because it very rarely makes any sense AT ALL.
2012-05-0145 min
The Pod F. TompkastThe Pod F. Tompkast, Episode 14: John Lithgow, Ice-T, John C. Reilly, Mr. Brainwash, Paul Scheer, Jen KirkmanEPISODE 14: The Great Undiscovered Project Moves Forward-- Literally! From The Paul F. Tompkins Show: Home Sick with Special Guest Paul Scheer. Jen Kirkman is Alarmingly Disarming! And Plenty of Rambles. I Mean, PLENTY.
2012-01-141h 16
The Pod F. TompkastEXTRASODE: Garry Marshall PresentsFrom October 2011 edition of The Paul F. Tompkins Show: Paul riffs pre-show, in character as Garry Marshall.
2011-10-2511 min
The Pod F. TompkastThe Pod F. Tompkast, Episode 11: Cake Boss, Mr. Brainwash, Matt Gourley, Stephen Dunham, Jen Kirkman
EPISODE 11: Apologies To At Least One Of You In Advance. Been To The Desert With A Horse of Dragées. Google Voice Theatre Presents: JAWS (with Matt Gourley and Stephen Dunham). A Star Isn't Born. Paul F. Tompkins Sweats In Your Town! An Important Message About The Tompkins 300! And Don't Forget: If You're In The Los Angeles Area on Saturday, June 18th, Come See The LIVE Recording Of The Pod F. Tompkast SEASON FINALE! For More Information, Visit paulftompkins.com.
2011-06-011h 20
The Pod F. TompkastEXTRASODE: Prince? Charming!From the April 22nd 2011 edition of The Paul F. Tompkins Show: Paul introduces the evening's entertainment as a very special and purple person. We were going to release this as an Extrasode anyway, but since we couldn't get the regular episode finished in time, we put this out now. Two more miracles like this and we will be beatified for sure!
2011-05-0110 min
The Pod F. TompkastThe Pod F. Tompkast, EXTRASODE: PFT On Earth/Little Gruber BoyMerry Christmas! The Paul F. Tompkins Show offered this duet by Paul F. Tompkins & Dave (Gruber) Allen as a raffle prize at 2009's Habitat for Humanity benefit show. Now it is yours on this holy day. CAN IT BE...?
2010-12-2502 min