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Jordan, Jesse, GO!Podcast Pantheon, with Dan McCoy and Elliott KalanOn today’s episode, we welcome Flopsters Dan McCoy and Elliott Kalan (Sorry, Stu!) from The Flop House to the show to chat with us about Italian Brainrot memes, Jumbo’s Clown Room, fruit-on-non-fruit dessert crimes, and much more. * Listen to the latest episode of The Flop House Podcast here.*Follow The Flop House Podcast on Instagram. *Get your Flop TV Season 3 tickets here. *Purchase the Podcast Pantheon: 101 Podcasts That Changed How We Listen, featuring The Flop House, here.* Celebrate 25 years of Bullseye!* Order Jordan’s new Pre...
2025-11-131h 19
Hey Riddle Riddle#338: Fiddler On the Dune! w/ Elliott KalanWe're joined by the marvelous musical mind of Elliott Kalan! Check out his new podcast Clueless on the Smartless network and jam out as we solve riddles, talk New Jersey and hear what's possibly the next Tony award winning musical!Starring:Adal RifaiJohn Patrick CoanErin KeifGuest Starring:Elliott KalanEditing by: Casey ToneyTheme by: Arne ParrottLogo by: Emily Kardamis & Emmaline MorrisWant more? Get Weekly Bonus Eps on Patreo...
2025-01-081h 04
The Flop HouseFeed Drop - SmartLess Presents ClueLess with Elliott Kalan and Sean Hayes!Welcome to a brand new, bite-sized game show from SmartLess Media: this is ClueLess, where every episode contains a different main game and cliffhanger puzzle, and every episode this season also contains Sean Hayes! Host Elliott Kalan (Mystery Science Theater 3000, The Daily Show With Jon Stewart, The Flop House) will lead Sean and a rotating guest through each episode's conundrum, from anagrams to pop culture math puzzles to singing robots and more! New episodes every Monday and Thursday, follow the show on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss a clue! Su...
2024-12-1207 min
Just Jack & Will with Sean Hayes and Eric McCormackNew Show! SmartLess Presents ClueLess with Elliott Kalan and Sean Hayes!Welcome to a brand new, bite-sized game show from SmartLess Media, this is ClueLess, where every episode contains a different main game and cliffhanger puzzle, and every episode this season also contains Sean Hayes! Host Elliott Kalan (Mystery Science Theater 3000, The Daily Show With Jon Stewart, The Flop House) will lead Sean and a rotating guest through each episode's conundrum, from anagrams to pop culture math puzzles to singing robots, and more! New episodes every Monday and Thursday, follow the show on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss a clue!
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2024-12-0207 min
Jordan, Jesse, GO!Live at Revenge Of in Los Angeles, with Brian Michael Bendis & Elliott KalanOn this bonus episode of JJGo, we come to you live from Revenge Of in Los Angeles during their Comic Creator's Block Party this year, featuring comics legend, Brian Michael Bendis, as well as writer and podcaster, Elliott Kalan. There’s also a superhero smelling contest!Visit Revenge of in Los Angeles and grab some comics or play pinball!Be sure to get our new 'Ack Tuah' shirt in the Max Fun store.Or, grab an 'Ack Tuah' mug!Follow the podcast on Instagram and send us your dank memes!...
2024-11-1949 min
Marvel by the Month#216B: March 1974 (w/Elliott Kalan) EXTENDED, Part 2 - The THANOS WARElliott Kalan is one-third of the hosts of the world's greatest podcast, The Flop House. He's also an Emmy Award-winning writer of The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, Mystery Science Theater 3000, and the Who Was? Show, as well as the comics writer behind Spider-Man and the X-Men and Maniac of New York.This Patreon-exclusive extended version of this episode contains an additional 50 minutes of bonus content not heard in the public version. Don't want to wait until next week for the other half? Support us at patreon.com/marvelbythemonth at the $4/month level to get instant access...
2024-09-251h 17Marvel by the Month#216A: March 1974 (w/Elliott Kalan) EXTENDED, Part 1 - The THANOS WARElliott Kalan is one-third of the hosts of the world's greatest podcast, The Flop House. He's also an Emmy Award-winning writer of The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, Mystery Science Theater 3000, and the Who Was? Show, as well as the comics writer behind Spider-Man and the X-Men and Maniac of New York.This Patreon-exclusive extended version of this episode contains an additional 50 minutes of bonus content not heard in the public version. Don't want to wait until next week for the other half? Support us at patreon.com/marvelbythemonth at the $4/month level to get instant access...
2024-09-201h 19
Screen DraftsSUPERNATURAL KIDS (with Jordan Morris, Elliott Kalan, & Alonso Duralde)Movie podcasters / authors Jordan Morris (Youth Group, Free with Ads) and Elliott Kalan (Disney's Hercules, The Flophouse) go head-to-head at the virtual draft table, ranking the 7 best films about SUPERNATURAL KIDS! Joining Clay as co-commissioner is movie podcaster / author Alonso Duralde (Hollywood Pride, Maximum Film). Order the books! YOUTH GROUP HERCULES HOLLYWOOD PRIDE
2024-07-162h 34The Flop HouseThe Flop House on The NovelizersThe Novelizers is a podcast that takes a beloved film, gives each scene to a TV comedy writer to novelize, and then gives those scenes to a comedian or actor to narrate. Plus interviews with the people who (may or may not have) made the original film.This episode has a chapter WRITTEN BY DAN MCCOY and READ BY JOHN HODGMAN! It also features an improvised interview with some people who "worked on the Matrix" (actually ELLIOTT KALAN and DAN MCCOY PLAYING SILLY CHARACTERS!) It's a must-listen podcast CROSSOVER EVENT! Check out their other episodes!
2024-05-2836 minMarvel by the Month#241: January 1975 (w/Elliott Kalan) - "Who Is Adam Warlock?"Elliott Kalan is the co-host of The Flop House, the world's greatest podcast, the former head writer of The Daily Show With Jon Stewart and Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Return, and most importantly (for the purposes of this blurb), the writer of Dynamite's new Disney comics series, Hercules!For one full hour of bonus content — including our in-depth discussions of the first appearance of Gerald Ford in Incredible Hulk #185-186 and the first team-up between Spider-Man and the Punisher in Giant-Size Spider-Man #4 — support us at patreon.com/marvelbythemonth. Subscribers at the $4/month level get instant access to our...
2024-05-221h 31The Flop HouseFH Mini 100! - Elliott Looks BackElliott takes a look back at 100 Flop House minis, and that is absolutely the only thing that happens, and no special guest arrives with any particular fixation on sandworm-related science fiction.We partnered with StagePilot and their talented crew to film our SPEED 2 live show as a streaming event! The debut is Saturday, April 27th at 7PM ET, and the three hosts will be IN THE CHAT watching along with viewers at that time, BUT THERE IS ALSO A VIEWING WINDOW -- folks can rewatch or watch for the first time anywhere between the debut and Sunday, M...
2024-04-0636 min
The Original CastElliott Kalan / The Music Man - Original Broadway Cast (1957) *FLASHBACK*originally released: July 13, 2022 Emmy-winner and former The Daily Show head-writer Elliott Kalan is here for a musical running now about then but really about way back then which seems to have been lost now. Topics include: losing on Jeopardy!, adding jokes by Larry David, ethical use of a resurrection machine, Frank Loesser, the House Committee on “Shipoopi,” Broadway sets of the 50s & 60s, and (of course) is Winthrop Marion’s son and does that matter? Elliott Kalan on Twitter The Flop House Podcast The Who Was? Podcast Featured...
2024-04-031h 26
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)20. Elliot Kalan on Comedy, Greek Mythology, and Writing HerculesToday I'm talking to Elliott Kalan. If you're like me, you've been living under a rock (or a stack of comics) for the past two decades, and may not have heard the name. Besides being a writer of hilarious comics, Elliott is the former Head Writer for The Daily Show with Jon Stewart -- a job that earned him FOUR Emmy Awards for Outstanding Writing.I spoke with Elliott about where his love for writing started, why he continues to come back to comics, and why he's uniquely qualified to take on everyone's favorite Demigod. F...
2024-03-281h 05
Maximum Film!Episode 342: 'Jodorowsky's Dune' with Elliott KalanIt’s #MaxFunDrive! Join (or upgrade or boost your existing membership!) to support this show directly at MaximumFun.org/join! Both monthly memberships and one-time annual membership plans are available. Thank you for everything – we couldn’t do this without you!As "Dune Month" (aka "How You Dune? Month") winds toward its climax, a foray into the world of documentary to glimpse the Dune that might have been. But would it have been…good? The Flop House’s Elliott Kalan is our dream guest, and the feeling is mutual! Plus, we pitch some other unmade projects whose true Holly...
2024-03-221h 20Marvel by the Month#216: March 1974 (w/Elliott Kalan) - The THANOS WARElliott Kalan is one-third of the hosts of the world's greatest podcast, The Flop House. He's also an Emmy Award-winning writer of The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, Mystery Science Theater 3000, and the Who Was? Show, as well as the comics writer behind Spider-Man and the X-Men and Maniac of New York.The Flop House is halfway through their limited-run video show, Flop TV, which is all the goodness of the audio podcast, plus hilarious presentations up top and a live chat! Subscribe for a season pass and watch all of the previously broadcast episodes, plus each...
2023-10-251h 39
Jordan, Jesse, GO!Helena I'm Feeling Frisky, with Elliott KalanElliott Kalan of The Flop House is back on Jordan Jesse Go! talking about his grandmother abusing Access-A-Ride, Tim Burton films, and much more!
2023-09-141h 20
Skylight Books Podcast SeriesSKYLIT: Elliott Kalan, MANIAC OF NEW YORKHello listeners! In this episode, Tyler chats with Elliott Kalan, co-host of wildly successful bad movie podcast The Flop House, Emmy Award winning head writer of The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, and the creative force behind the comics MANIAC OF NEW YORK and MANIAC OF NEW YORK: THE BRONX IS BURNING.
Elliott discusses his earliest inspirations for Maniac Harry, a masked and immortal killer, whose murderous rampages become a semi-regular occurrence/nuisance to New Yorkers, his rules of satire and thoughts on storytelling as a vehicle for social messaging, plus why THE TAKING OF PELHAM 123 is h...
2023-08-111h 09
Jordan, Jesse, GO!Spicy King Kong with Elliott KalanElliott Kalan joins Jordan and Jesse to kick off MaxFun Drive with a bang! The only way they know how: by ranking all the King Kong movies and talking about getting Big Bopper cucked. Make sure to support this great network by heading on over to maximumfun.org/join
2023-03-201h 31
Writers Not Writing / Tilting at WindmillsWriters Not Writing, Episode 12 with Elliott KalanThis week Benjamin Gorman gabs with Elliott Kalan, author of the comic book series Maniac of New York, the children’s books Horse Meets Dog and Sharko and Hippo, writer on The Daily Show, Mystery Science Theater 3000, HouseBroken and Los Espookys, and a forthcoming book on writing jokes. They discuss the band The Sparks, Joe Biden’s State of the Union Address, living outdoors, the Marx Brothers, and Steve Martin. And wait until you hear Benjamin try to pronounce the name of the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna, Austria!Today’s secret word is: Czech New WaveLink...
2023-02-141h 56The Flop HouseFH Mini 73 - The 73rd Flop House MiniOur esteemed host for the mini, Mr. Elliott Kalan, takes Dan and Stu on a tour through Oscar history by quizzing them on some of the most forgettable Best Picture winners of all time.
2023-02-0444 min
Arroe Collins Pod-CrashingPod Crashing Episode 171 Elliott Kalan and Meghan O'Neill From Who WasPod Crashing Episode 171 With Elliott Kalan And Meghan O’Neill From Who WasThe Who Was? book series began in 2002 with the publication of just four books. Since then, it has evolved into a brand encompassing over 300 titles across seven series lines (including Who HQ Now, Who Was? Graphic Novels, Who Was?, What Was?, Where Is?, What Is the Story Of?, and Who Was? Board Books, known collectively as Who HQ), a Podcast, and a Netflix original series. With more than 50 million books in print worldwide, it's now the #1 nonfiction series for middle-grade readers; every 13 seconds, a Who HQ bo...
2022-10-0418 min
Feeling SeenElliott Kalan on 'Taxi Driver'Writer (The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, Mystery Science Theater 3000, Maniac of New York) and co-host of the The Flop House Elliott Kalan has loved film and New York City almost all his life. While cinema has offered him no shortage of characters to relate to, there was one character that Elliott related to as a teenager that, for him, represents the very things he is most happy to have grown beyond. And that’s how we’ve come to discuss Martin Scorsese's dark 1976 classic, Taxi Driver.Plus, a unique One Quick Thing about another DeNiro picture (sort...
2022-07-1457 min
The Original CastElliott Kalan / The Music Man - Original Broadway Cast (1957)Emmy-winner and former The Daily Show head-writer Elliott Kalan is here for a musical running now about then but really about way back then which seems to have been lost now. Topics include: losing on Jeopardy!, adding jokes by Larry David, ethical use of a resurrection machine, Frank Loesser, the House Committee on “Shipoopi,” Broadway sets of the 50s & 60s, and (of course) is Winthrop Marion’s son and does that matter? Elliott Kalan on Twitter The Flop House Podcast The Who Was? Podcast Featured recordings: The Music Man - Orig...
2022-07-131h 25Marvel by the Month#161: July 1971 (w/Elliott Kalan) - "A Monster Called... Morbius!"In this episode, Elliott Kalan begins his Rocky-style training montage to prepare for The Flop House's first LIVE show in over two years! If you're going to be anywhere near Brooklyn, NY on Sunday, August 7th, you owe it to yourself to buy a ticket today and see The Original Peaches live at The Bell House!And hey, while you're on the internet, how about leaving a five-star review for The Flop House as a 15th birthday present for the world's best podcast! (And then check out Elliott's other podcast, The Who Was? Podcast and buy a...
2022-07-061h 32The Flop HouseFH Mini 51 - Talkin' Toys with T'ElliottIn honor of our Masters of the Universe streaming show (tonight, 3/19 - tickets still available now & for another week!) Elliott takes us on a very silly tour through some of his favorite movie toy tie-ins.Thank you to our sponsor — microdose gummies from Lumi Labs.
2022-03-1950 min
The Comic Source PodcastManiac of New York: The Bronx is Burning With Elliott Kalan - AfterShock MondayManiac of New York: The Bronx is Burning - Writer - Elliott Kalan, Artist - Andrea Mutti, Letterer - Taylor Esposito Jace chats with writer Elliot Kalan about the second arc of Maniac of New York. Harry is about to visit an iconic location in New York and we expect readers to go wild! They also talk about the reception for the first volume & the themes being expanded on after the success of the first volume.
2022-02-1434 min
Travolta/Cage#45: The Taking of Pelham 123/Next (with Elliott Kalan)Elliott Kalan of The Flop House fame returns to the pod to fully usher our boys into the era of Bad Movies and Bad Hair! First up is The Taking of Pelham 123, Tony Scott's penultimate film and a remake of the 1976 thriller classic about a heist aboard a New York City subway train. But this time, the slow-burn tension and grimy tale of a Big Apple suffused with sleaze and danger is replaced by a slick, post-9/11 NYC and John Travolta in Orange County Chopper cosplay doing The Most. Not even Denzel can put the brakes on t...
2022-02-021h 20The Flop HouseFH Mini 45 - Live from Elliott's 40thMerry Christmas to those who celebrate! Here's our gift to you -- a mini recorded LIVE from another special occasion: Elliott's birthday weekend!Before Omicron showed up to shut things down again, Dan and Stu and fam flew out to Los Angeles, to a beautiful house Elliott's wife had rented for the occasion, to celebrate four decades of that talkative special guy, Elliott Charles Kalan! We talk about growing older and being adults, but with jokes. With cameos from whomever happened to be around for his birthday!
2021-12-2530 min2021-11-131h 10Marvel by the Month#125: September 1969 (w/Elliott Kalan) - "The Mad Master of the Murder Maze!"Elliott Kalan is the co-host of the world's greatest podcast, The Flop House. Buy your tickets today for their virtual live show on Saturday, September 25th at 9 pm ET / 6 pm Pacific where they'll be revisiting Super Mario Bros for a special 28th Anniversary celebration!He's also the writer of the slasher movie social commentary comic Maniac of New York, illustrated by Andrea Mutti and published by Aftershock Comics. Pre-order yourself a copy from your local comic book shop or independent bookstore before its October 19th release!And if gruesome supernatural murder fiction isn't your bag...
2021-09-081h 17The Flop HouseEp.%350 - The Boss Baby: Family Business, with Sammy KalanIf the boss baby from The Boss Baby: Family Business can enlist her family for their wacky adventures, then why can't Elliott make this a little more interesting by turning the podcast into his own little family business? His eldest son, Sammy, joins us for the movie discussion portion of the show!LIVE SHOW ALERT! — We’ll be doing another streaming live show, delivered directly to your computers or whatever you use for these things! Tune in on to watch us discuss the “classic” 1993 flop Super Mario Bros., do a few presentations, take a few questions via Twitter, a...
2021-08-281h 59The Flop HouseFH Mini 33 - Elliott Explains The EternalsWith Black Widow in theaters this week, we talk about the Marvel property everyone's talking about! The Eternals! Elliott attempts to answer the important question: What's their deal?
2021-07-1054 min
The Flop HouseFH Mini 30 - The Sleuth About Cats and DogsIn honor of Housebroken, the TV show that's kindly employed Mr. Elliott Kalan for part of this lousy quarantine (premiering 5/31 on Fox), Elliott quizzes the others about their preferences, to determine Dan and Stu's perfect pop culture pets
2021-05-2950 min
Behind The Counter ComicsBTC 2.0 Episode 13 with Elliott KalanOn this week's BTC 2.0 Rich chats with Elliott Kalan about….everything, really! They chat comics, NYC, Maniac of New York, subways, sandwiches, and Jeopardy.You can find Elliott at @elliottkalan on twitter
2021-05-0846 min
Behind The Counter 2.0BTC 2.0 Episode 13 with Elliott KalanOn this week's BTC 2.0 Rich chats with Elliott Kalan about....everything, really! They chat comics, NYC, Maniac of New York, subways, sandwiches, and Jeopardy.
2021-05-0846 minMaximum Film!‘Pacific Rim’ with The Flop House’s Elliott KalanIT’S MAXFUNDRIVE! To cap off the first week of the MaxFunDrive, we are introducing part one of our exclusive series, ‘The Ifechukwude Collection.’ This is a group of films curated by our very own Ify Nwadiwe. First up is a film that Ify has referred to as “perfect” on several occasions – 2013’s Pacific Rim. And to help us discuss this movie, we bring in “bad movie” expert and Kaiju know-it-all, The Flop House’s Elliott Kalan. With our esteemed guest, we dive right into the world of Kaiju, Mechas, and other big boys.Our NAMING CONTEST is still going on! C...
2021-05-071h 23
Jordan, Jesse, GO!Ep. 679: Orcumcised with Elliott KalanElliott Kalan (The Flophouse podcast, MST3K on Netflix, Maniac of New York comic) joins Jordan and Jesse for a discussion of the beautiful segmented urban worms in Elliot's garage, what his experience of being a contestant on Jeopardy recently, a new one-man show about MOMSTANK. And this week Jesse has turned the tables to quiz Jordan and Elliott!Plus, Elliott has a great new slasher horror comic out called Maniac of New York! Check out BUBBLE on Goodreads and click "Want to read!"
2021-03-191h 32
Jordan, Jesse, GO!Ep. 679: Orcumcised with Elliott KalanElliott Kalan (The Flophouse podcast, MST3K on Netflix, Maniac of New York comic) joins Jordan and Jesse for a discussion of the beautiful segmented urban worms in Elliot's garage, his experience of being a contestant on Jeopardy recently, a new one-man show about MOMSTANK, and a potential new segment talkin Tolkien dicks.
2021-03-191h 32
BUY THIS COMIC!Maniac of New York (Aftershock) - Elliott Kalan & Andrea MuttiWe're joined by writer Elliott Kalan and artist Andrea Mutti to talk about Maniac of New York, and the perils of becoming inured to society's ills. Published by Aftershock Comics, the 2nd issue of this 5-part series is out now.FOLLOW!Elliott Kalan (Writer, Maniac of New York)Twitter: @ElliottKalanAndrea Mutti (Artist, Maniac of New York)Twitter: @andreamutti9Web: andrearedmutti.comAftershock Comics (Publisher, Maniac of New York)Twitter: @AfterShockComix
2021-03-1021 minBUY THIS COMIC!Maniac of New York (Aftershock) - Elliott Kalan & Andrea MuttiWe're joined by writer Elliott Kalan and artist Andrea Mutti to talk about Maniac of New York, and the perils of becoming inured to society's ills. Published by Aftershock Comics, the 2nd issue of this 5-part series is out now.FOLLOW!Elliott Kalan (Writer, Maniac of New York)Twitter: @ElliottKalanAndrea Mutti (Artist, Maniac of New York)Twitter: @andreamutti9Web: andrearedmutti.comAftershock Comics (Publisher, Maniac of New York)Twitter: @AfterShockComix
2021-03-1021 min
The Comic Source PodcastManiac of New York Spotlight with Elliott Kalan | AfterShock MondayJace chats with writer Elliot Kalan about his previous comic work, breaking into the industry and most importantly, Maniac of New York from AfterShock. It's the hit new comic from one of our favorite publishers and it is all about a serial killer who has become like a walking natural disaster in New York City. The police and government are so busy pointing fingers and covering their own butts, they have all but given up on catching Harry the Maniac. What would it be like to live in a city where you get your Harry the Maniac report long...
2021-03-081h 00
The Comic Source PodcastManiac of New York Spotlight with Elliott Kalan | AfterShock MondayJace chats with writer Elliot Kalan about his previous comic work, breaking into the industry and most importantly, Maniac of New York from AfterShock. It's the hit new comic from one of our favorite publishers and it is all about a serial killer who has become like a walking natural disaster in New York City. The police and government are so busy pointing fingers and covering their own butts, they have all but given up on catching Harry the Maniac. What would it be like to live in a city where you get your Harry the Maniac report long with...
2021-03-081h 00
KPL PodcastKPL Podcast January 2021 Week 2 with Special Guest Elliott KalanPrepare your funny bone to be tickled as your KPL Podcast guest this week is former head writer of the Daily Show with Jon Stewart, Elliott Kalan! We will be chatting about his latest book "Sharko and Hippo," word play, the film CATS, and so much more! Laugh along as Elliott gifts the library a theme song! Jigisha and Ryan also discuss their favorite bad movie recommendation. It's a week of goofs and yucks on the KPL Podcast! Books and Movies:1. Horse meets Dog by Elliott Kalan2. Alice in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll3. Where the...
2021-01-0850 minMarvel by the Month#084: July 1967 (w/Elliott Kalan) - "If This Be... MODOK!"Elliott Kalan has made a career for himself out of checking items off the bucket list he made for himself when he was 14, which is a damn fine way to go through life, if you ask us.You may know him as the head writer of Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Return, which Robb mortgaged his house to Kickstart, or his 12-year run as writer and head writer of The Daily Show with Jon Stewart.He's written a bunch of Spider-Man comics, including Spider-Man & the X-Men, which includes what is probably the second-most-memed comics panel of...
2020-12-091h 48
A Film and A MovieDr. Strangelove / In the Loop (Feat: Elliott Kalan, The Flop House podcast, The Daily Show with Jon Stewart)The hilarious Elliott Kalan joins Dan and Alonso to discuss the blistering political satires DR. STRANGELOVE (1964, Stanley Kubrick) and IN THE LOOP (2019, Armando Iannucci). Pick up Elliott's new children's book "Sharko & Hippo" wherever books are sold. Follow us @filmandmoviepod on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook, and leave us a five-star review at Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your episodes.DR. STRANGELOVE is available for rental: https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B000P407K4/?tag=alonsoduralde-20IN THE LOOP is available for rental: https://www.amazon.com/Loop-Peter-Capaldi/dp/B00885XOUM/?tag=alonsoduralde-20...
2020-11-1149 minThe Flop HouseEp. #319 - Alita Battle Angel LIVEWhat's this? An off-week FULL EPISODE? That's right -- as a li'l thank you for all of the support during the Max Fun Drive, we've reached into the vault and let loose this live episode, taped at Boston's CitySpace, on Alita: Battle Angel, so you can FINALLY learn the origin of Elliott's conviction that Dan loves backstory.ALSO! Two Flop House livestream events to put on your calendar for next week!On Thursday, August 13, at 5:30 pm PT / 8:30 pm ET, we'll be joining our Blank Check Podcast pal, Mr. Griffin Newman, to provide LIVE COMMENTARY for...
2020-08-081h 16Jordan, Jesse, GO!Ep. 646: Circumcise Him with Elliott KalanElliott Kalan (The Flop House podcast) joins Jordan and Jesse for a discussion of Elliott’s childhood friend who had two tv’s next to each other, Jordan's shame around emptying his car trash, and the astonishing woman Jesse saw at his favorite Arco in Bakersfield. It's MaxFunDrive time! Thanks to all who support the show!
2020-07-221h 19
Movie CrushFlophouse Special! Elliott Kalan on The Taking of Pelham One Two ThreeWe finish our Flophouse run with the esteemed Elliott Kalan on The Taking of Pelham One Two Three (1974). Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2020-07-031h 24
The Flop HouseEp. #315 - Hawk the Slayer, w/ Felicia Day"Hollywood" Kalan really worked his connections this episode, to bring us the utterly wonderful Felicia Day (of The Guild, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Supernatural, MST3K: The Return, and much more) to discuss seminal high fantasy, low budget epic "Hawk the Slayer." Meanwhile Dan drops a crazy Pink Panther fact, Elliott launches an insulting guess-by-mail contest, Felicia is intrigued by some fish-eating prowess, and Stuart's in this fantasy discussion like a fuckin' fish in water.Also, we're no longer accepting receipts for the charity raffle, but the whole video livestream show is available for viewing on our Y...
2020-06-201h 47Jordan, Jesse, GO!Ep. 629: The Devil's Wife with Elliott KalanElliott Kalan (The Flop House podcast) joins Jordan and Jesse for a remote record from everyone's home for a discussion of how the greatest dishonor in America is for Al Pacino to play you in a movie, the bonhomie Jesse felt with the other men in the class he had to take before he got his vasectomy, and the specific hierarchy of compilation movie soundtracks. Plus, Jesse almost went full Mr. Clean with his most recent self-haircut.
2020-03-241h 23
The Flop HouseEp. #305 - Little ItalyIt's the second and final of our two contest winner-selected episodes, this one picked by Scott Yacychyn, who designed our delightful new Flop House "couch monsters" poster, which you can purchase HERE! It's a romantic comedy called Little Italy (or as they pronounce it, li'lit'ly), set in the world's most romantic city... Toronto! Meanwhile, Stuart gets mad at Elliott, Dan gets mad at Elliott and Stuart, and Elliott just keeps on singing a happy song. Wikipedia synopsis of Little Italy Movies recommended in this episode: Birds of Prey: And the Fantabulous Emancipation of...
2020-02-151h 40
The Flop HouseEp. #299 - The Computer Wore Tennis ShoesWe attempt to exploit the zeitgeist by... reviewing a movie from 1969. We may not be good at this zeitgeist thing. More to the point -- since Disney+ has been in the news, we attempt to bask in some reflected glory by talking about the young Kurt Russell Disney live-action vehicle, The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes (thanks to longtime Daily Show producer and head researcher Adam Chodikoff for the idea). Meanwhile Stu makes the fatal error of encouraging Elliott's singing, Elliott takes us inside the pitch meetings for our favorite cereal mascots, and Dan has the plague.
2019-12-071h 35
The Flop HouseEp. #284 - Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of GrindlewaldElliott, noted non Pot-head, talks about the Potterverse sequel, Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindlewald. Meanwhile Elliott talks Charles Dickens crossovers, Stuart almost causes his own brain to explode, saying something nice about Dan Fogler, and Dan is tricked into a lifelong commitment. Wikipedia synopsis for Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindlewald LIVE SHOW DATES 2019! June 8 – PORTLAND – Revolution Hall July 13 – MINNEAPOLIS – Parkway September 28 – BOSTON – WBUR CitySpace (TWO shows in one night) October 12 – LOS ANGELES – The Regent Theater
2019-05-111h 58
Linoleum KnifeAvengers: Endgame with Elliott KalanDave and Alonso are joined by the one, the only Elliott Kalan (The Flop House, MST3K, The Daily Show, Horse Meets Dog, The Fake News with Ted Nelms) to go into great detail about all three hours of the most successful superhero movie ever. We were originally gonna talk about some other movies, but oops. Subscribe (and review us) at Apple Podcasts, follow us @linoleumcast at Twitter, Instagram and Facebook, I've got angst in my pants. Join our club, won't you?
2019-05-021h 33
The Flop HouseEp. #281 - The Nutcracker and the Four RealmsMAX FUN DRIVE part TWO! We talk about The Nutcracker and the Four Realms, which Elliott chose for some baffling reason. Meanwhile, Elliott explains Richard Gere's Mothman issues, Stuart reveals the scariest number of ghosts, and Dan takes the show off-road to an abandoned farm. Wikipedia synopsis for The Nutcracker and the Four Realms Movies recommended in this episode: Jason and the Argonauts Us A Bigger Spash LIVE SHOW DATES 2019! June 8 – PORTLAND – Revolution Hall July 13 – MINNEAPOLIS – Parkway September 28 – BOSTON – WBUR CitySpace (TWO shows in...
2019-03-301h 22
Go Fact YourselfEp 28: Felicia Day & Elliott KalanIt’s a trivia mix of film, TV and the internet this week on Go Fact Yourself with two of the creative forces behind Netlfix's “Mystery Science Theater 3000!” Elliot Kalan is a newly published children’s author of the book Horse Meets Dog. He’s also the host of fellow Maximum Fun podcast The Flop House. The show is all about discussing bad movies, but Elliott’s made sure that that never impacts his love of great films… even if he can only watch them on his iPad these days. Facing off against Elliott is actress Felici...
2019-01-181h 09
The Flop HouseEp. #274 - GottiThis one topped the lists of the worst movies of 2018, and it was so bad Dan barely understood what the fuck was happening, which you can tell, based on how little he can bring himself to say. Luckily, Elliott makes up for it by never shutting up. We discuss Gotti. Meanwhile, Stuart explains what it's like to play a game with Dan, Elliott starts a new podcast devoted to the human body's holes, and as always, when it comes to letters, Dan is a consummate professional. Wikipedia synopsis for Gotti Movies recommended in this episode:
2019-01-051h 34
Alison Rosen Is Your New Best FriendElliott Kalan Has Impostor Syndrome Elliott Kalan (The Daily Show, Mystery Science Theater 3000, The Flop House) stops by the show to talk about about his wonderful children's book Horse Meets Dog, The Flop House podcast, working his way from intern to head writer on The Daily Show and his decision to leave when Jon Stewart left, adjusting to Los Angeles, fatherhood, his love of presidents, a Clydesdale farm in Sonoma, the UCB class he took with Alison, Chester A. Arthur and so much more including Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen
2018-12-101h 44
Alison Rosen Is Your New Best FriendElliott Kalan Has Impostor Syndrome Elliott Kalan (The Daily Show, Mystery Science Theater 3000, The Flop House) stops by the show to talk about about his wonderful children's book Horse Meets Dog, The Flop House podcast, working his way from intern to head writer on The Daily Show and his decision to leave when Jon Stewart left, adjusting to Los Angeles, fatherhood, his love of presidents, a Clydesdale farm in Sonoma, the UCB class he took with Alison, Chester A. Arthur and so much more including Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen
2018-12-101h 44Skylight Books Podcast SeriesElliott Kalan, "HORSE MEETS DOG"From television comedy writer Elliott Kalan (The Daily Show) and acclaimed illustrator Tim Miller comes a clever and fast-paced comedy of mistaken species identity: Horse Meets Dog.
According to Dog, Horse is just an oversize dog…with funny paws. And Dog… just a tiny, baby horse with a weird tail. That’s what Horse thinks, anyway. Will Dog take a bottle of hay? Why does Horse have such weird paws? Here is what ensues when a Horse and a Dog meet and attempt to figure what the other is all about. The hijinks of these two whimsical characte...
2018-11-2727 min
The Flop HouseEp. #270 - Interview with the VampireRemember that surprisingly well-defined contest Elliott spearheaded a few episodes back? Well the contest winner decided what we should watch, and it was Interview with the Vampire. Will we fall victim to its bloodsucking charms? Meanwhile, Elliott apologizes to goths, Stuart lists a few Ecks vs. Sever sequels, and Dan disputes the very premise of the movie. Wikipedia synopsis for Interview with the Vampire Movies recommended in this episode: First Man The Night Comes for Us Save the Tiger
2018-11-101h 48
Jordan, Jesse, GO!Ep. 550: Fart Me to the Moon with Dan McCoy and Elliott KalanDan McCoy and Elliott Kalan from the Max Fun podcast The Flop House join Jordan and Jesse for a discussion of graham crackers and other naughty breakfasts, Dan's identity as a baker in Jon Stewart's eyes, and the best songs written specifically for a movie. Plus, Jesse has some complicated questions about gray beard hairs, Elliott runs down a list of funny things his son has said recently, and Jordan describes his visit to a restaurant owned by a cult.
2018-09-251h 12
The Flop HouseEp. #258 - Justice LeagueWith Infinity War breaking records, it's time to check in with that OTHER cinematic universe, that hath given the Flop House so much, with our look at Justice League. Meanwhile, Stuart reveals Donatello's government job, Dan misreads the title, and Elliott posits that Batman is the result of inbreeding. Also, there was a problem with Elliott's audio track this week, so we had to switch to a backup recording halfway through. Apologies for the diminished audio quality. We're as annoyed as you are. Wikipedia synopsis for Justice League Movies recommended in this episode
2018-05-262h 02
The Flop HouseEp. #256 - Power RangersBecause they haven't gotten around to a gritty Saved by the Bell reboot, we discuss Power Rangers. Meanwhile, Elliott gives us the local news report, Stuart calls Elliott to task for the laziness of his impressions, and Dan inadvertently says the grossest thing that's ever been on the show. Wikipedia synopsis for Power Rangers Movies recommended in this episode You Were Never Really Here It Comes at Night Private Parts
2018-04-282h 03
Jordan, Jesse, GO!Ep. 526: Sarcophagus Party with Elliott Kalan and Laura SwisherCelebrated writer and podcaster Elliott Kalan joins Jordan and Jesse for this very special MaxFunDrive episode! They get into the magical celebrity graveyard trips Elliott and his son take, Jesse's favorite museum in London, and Elliott's dream Michael B Jordan role. Plus, Laura Swisher, MaxFun's Senior Producer joins in to take calls and talk about the amazing bonus content from across the network. Now is the best time to support the shows you love!!
2018-04-101h 57
Loner At Coyowolf Creek9: A Letter from Elliott KalanSara receives a surprise letter from her old friend, comedian and writer Elliott Kalan.
2018-03-1430 minTravolta/Cage#9: Tales from the Crypt Spook-taculer! (w/Elliott Kalan)Greetings, all you ghosties and ghouls! For this special pod-AGHAST of Nathan Rabin's Happy Cast, we're de-FRIGHT-ed to welcome the one and only Elliott Kalan of The Flop House, Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Return and The Daily Show with John Stewart! In this special hour-long segment, we bite into the bilious bag of bile that is the last three episodes of Tales from the Crypt's first season - "Only Sin Deep," "Lover Come Hack to Me," and "Collection Completed." Before that, though, Nathan and Clint put on their capes and cowls to r-EVIL in the cultural moment of Marvel's Black...
2018-02-271h 59
Maximum Film!Ep. 14: Bad Movies and The Disaster Artist with Elliott KalanOh hai, everyone! In light of the release of The Disaster Artist, this week the gang is talking about bad movies. You know, the movies that are so terrible, but so enjoyable, to watch. And who better to have on the show than bad movie expert and host of The Flop House, Elliott Kalan. The crew discusses their thoughts on The Disaster Artist AND the original masterpiece, The Room. Plus, Elliott opens up about the true beauty of horrible cinema. And, as always, the gang tries their best to Stump Alonso! This time Elliott provides the question, and it...
2017-12-0846 min
The Flop HouseEp.#245 - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles IIIWe're doing another podcrawl, along with Read it and Weep and Too Beautiful to Live! They covered the first two of the original Ninja Turtles movies, and we covered Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles III aka the one where they go back in time and wear samurai garb that is somehow fitted to giant turtles. Meanwhile, Stu reveals Elliott's diaper secret, Dan has an energy drink scam, and Elliott poses a question about inter-generational incest. Wikipedia synopsis for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles III Movies recommended in this episode Lady Bird Found Footage 3D Sawdust...
2017-11-251h 45
The Flop HouseEp, #239 - Ghost in the ShellWe're back, baby! And we're all ready to jack into the matrix to cyber-brain download Ghost in the Shell, or something. Meanwhile, Dan goes all googly eyes, Stuart spins some controversial theories about Middle-Earth, and Elliott takes us down to his seafood restaurant. And yes, we hear that crackling noise on Elliott's audio too. We have no idea why it happened, but we're working on it. Let's hope our cross-country recording isn't bedeviled by Gremlins. Wikipedia synopsis for Ghost in the Shell LIVE SHOWS Sept. 9 – No Elliott, but with Ronny Chieng in...
2017-09-021h 55
The Flop HouseEp. #238 - xXx: The Return of Xander Cage LIVEWhile Elliott's making the transition into the relaxed SoCal lifestyle, we're running some shows we have in the bank, like this live show from back in the winter, which may have been our best one yet. Meanwhile, Elliott reveals Hitchcock's commercial work, Stuart wants us to know that he can do impressions too, and Dan accidentally says something untoward about his mom. Wikipedia synopsis for xXx: The Return of Xander Cage LIVE SHOWS Sept. 9 – No Elliott, but with Ronny Chieng in New York at the Now Hear This Festival Oct. 8 – The whol...
2017-08-191h 15
The Flop HouseEp. #237 - IshtarIt's an emotional moment. This is the last regular episode where all three peaches will be in Dan's apartment recording together, in the same space. It's also the ten year anniversary of this dumb podcast's existence. So how did we celebrate it? By taking a look at what was supposedly the worst movie back when we were growing up, Ishtar. Elliott vastly improves "Meet Dave," Dan somehow misses some nudity, and Stuart talks about a "tug in his butt," whatever that means. We're gonna miss this, guys. Wikipedia synopsis for Ishtar Movies recommended in this...
2017-08-051h 50
Hello From The Magic TavernSeason 2, Ep 3 - Satyr and Beholder (w/ Elliott Kalan and Stuart Wellington from The Flop House)We learn more about the arts from a goat man and a giant floating eyeball.CreditsArnie: Arnie NiekampChunt: Adal RifaiUsidore: Matt YoungDustin Hoofman the Satyr: Elliott KalanGlobulous the Bowtied Beholder: Stuart WellingtonMysterious Man: Tim SniffenCraig: Ryan DiGiorgiProducers: Arnie Niekamp, Evan Jacover, Ryan DiGiorgiEditor: Ryan DiGiorgiTheme Music: Andy PolandMagic Tavern Logo: Allard LabanAudio Assistance: Jason Knox
2017-04-0351 min
The Flop HouseEp. #226 - Max SteelWe discuss a movie from last year that flopped so badly that Elliott refuses to believe it exists: Max Steel. Meanwhile Dan sings a Carmen Sandiego duet, Stuart gives his fish-based SNL audition, and Elliott texts a lot. Wikipedia synopsis for Max Steel Movies recommended in this episode: The Neon Demon The Devils The Lobster
2017-03-181h 40
The Flop HouseEp. #224 - Zoolander 2 We think this one broke Elliott, guys. We watched the only film Leonard Maltin walked out on: Zoolander 2. Meanwhile Dan totally nails a Mario impression, Stuart decides which Roger Rabbit weasel he is, and Elliott admits his fedora-wearing past. Wikipedia synopsis for Zoolander 2 Movies recommended in this episode: A Shot in the Dark Postcards from the Edge Love & Anarchy
2017-02-181h 40
The Flop HouseEp.#207 - The BoyElliott is back from his brief sabbatical. Will the possible evil-doll-antics of The Boy make him regret it? Meanwhile Stuart makes people's days better with a choking hazard, Dan's bachelor lifestyle is depressing, and Elliott shares why he has the cleanest poop in town. Wikipedia synopsis for The Boy. Movies recommended in this episode Mistress America De Palma The Face of Another Fright Night
2016-06-251h 22
Mogul InterviewsElliott Kalan (former Head Writer for The Daily Show with Jon Stewart & Co-Host, The Flop House)Have you ever wondered how a variety series gets off the ground every night?
Meet Elliott Kalan, 4-time Emmy Award winning former Head Writer for The Daily Show with Jon Stewart and co-host of The Flop House podcast, who walks us through a typical day of the show.
You'll also learn about Elliott’s background and his advice for writers and comedians looking to progress in their careers.
2016-04-1100 min
The Flop HouseEp. #200 - Nothing but TroubleIt's the moment we promised would never happen: we watched Elliott and Dan's stated least-favorite movie of all time, Nothing but Trouble. (Don't worry - despite Elliott's joking claim that if we ever did this film it would be our last, this is NOT our final episode). And to help us out with this special MAX FUN DRIVE episode (donate!), we welcome self-proclaimed minor television celebrity, Mr. John Hodgman. Meanwhile, Elliott breaks out his "Jane Campion accent, Stuart reveals his popcorn secrets, And Hodgman joins in at making fun of Dan's pronunciation.
Movies recommended in this episode:
2016-03-192h 12
The Flop HouseEp. #198 - The CobblerIt's the Jewish magical realism tale that almost made Elliott hate his own Judaism: The Cobbler. Meanwhile, Stuart suffers from cartoon eye degeneration, Dan would like you to know very much that he's a wealthy murderer, and Elliott's singing has started to bleed dangerously outside the letters section.
Movies recommended in this episode:
The Deer Hunter The Witch Chi-Raq
2016-02-201h 29
The Flop HouseEp. #194 - OutcastFor this year's Cagemas we honor both the kindly St. Nicholas Cage, and Star Wars by picking the Cage-Hayden Christiansen joint, Outcast. Meanwhile, Stuart does an ad for Clearasil, Elliott contributes his worst Popeye, and, yet again, Stu and Elliott interrupt Dan when he's trying to do something nice for other people. Merry Cagemas.
Special Cagemas and Cagenuka themes courtesy of Jonathan Biegen.
Movies recommended in this episode:
The Big Short Magic Mike XXL Bone Tomahawk
2015-12-261h 30
The Flop HouseEp. #193 - United PassionsOn this episode we uncharacteristically talk sports, specifically futbol, as we watched the definitely-not-about-a-corrupt-organization FIFA film, United Passions. And who better to join us as we wade into these unfamiliar waters than sports expert and Flop House nemesis, David Kalan. Elliott introduces us to the American Bean Council mascot, Stuart coins an all-new word, Dan instructs you on sportsball Fisher Stevens cosplay, and David tells us a fascinating story about Executive Decision.
Movies recommended in this episode:
Shaolin SoccerSteve JobsThe Battered Bastards of BaseballBeasts of No NationSicarioBeau Geste
2015-12-121h 29
The Flop HouseEp. #190 - OuijaEvery Shocktober must come, sadly, to an end, but not without our longest (and best?) episode of the month. Dan Macabre, Booart Skellington, and Elliott Killin' are joined by Hellie Haglund to discuss "Ouija," the movie that captures the thrill of moving a piece of wood across a board. Meanwhile Stuart discovers the double-meaning to House II, Dan expands his masterful celebrity impression repertoire, which turns the tables on interrupting Elliott, and Hallie insists that Ingmar Bergman was a breast man.Movies recommended in this episode:SecondsCreepMy Best FiendGinza CosmeticsThanks for all the inquiries about the health of Lulu...
2015-10-311h 32
2015-10-231h 11
Doug Loves MoviesDan Fogler, Elliott Kalan, Doogie Horner and Jesse Pasternack guestLive from the Irving Plaza in NYC, Doug welcomes Dan Fogler, Elliott Kalan, Doogie Horner and Jesse Pasternack to the show.
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2015-06-101h 28
The Daily Show Podcast without Jon StewartEpisode 01: Elliott Kalan & Jessica WilliamsHead writer Elliott Kalan and correspondent Jessica Williams welcome producer Sara Taksler and writer Jo Miller for a conversation about mining comedy out of the issue of sexual assault on college campuses. Then, veteran Daily Show writer J.R. Havlan looks back on 18 years at the show. Finally, musically inclined listeners are invited to create their own unique covers of The Daily Show theme song using the hashtag #MyDailyShowTheme. Go to thedailyshow.com/podcast to submit yours.
2014-08-0726 min
The Flop HouseThe Flop House: Episode #154 - I, FrankensteinYes, Elliott, it should be called I, Frankenstein's Monster, but that doesn't change the fact that we watched I, Frankenstein. Meanwhile Elliott reveals the secret sex fetishes of Archie Comics characters, we learn Stuart's nicknames, and Dan asks the big metaphysical questions.Movies recommended in this episode:The GrannyThe Wages of FearDeceptive Practice: The Mysteries and Mentors of Ricky JayWhat's the Matter With Helen?
2014-06-141h 12
The Flop HouseThe Flop House: Episode #145 - R.I.P.D.Ryan Reynolds' abs are RIPD like lettuce.
We ease Elliott back into the Flop House groove with a movie right in our wheelhouse: the Men in Black/Ghostbusters-lite disaster R.I.P.D. Meanwhile Dan introduces the concept of ghost hats, Elliott uses the new recording space for its foley possibilities, Stu rails against shark-drummer racism, and the whole gang does their impeccable Boston accents.Movies recommended in this episode:Who's That Knocking at My DoorSudden DeathRay Harryhausen: Special Effects TitanCaptain Phillips
2014-02-081h 10
Employee of the MonthThe Daily Show Head Writer Elliott Kalan on EOTMELLIOTT KALAN is the Head Writer of The Daily Show with Jon Stewart on Comedy Central and recipient of multiple Emmy Awards. We spoke right before he started as Head Writer and, moreover, became a dad for the first time. He also co-hosts the podcast The Flophouse and, in his spare time, just kidding, he no longer has spare time.
We spoke at The Writers Guild of America-East, which is our union, albeit non-conjugal.
To subscribe to the podcast, go to www.employeeofthemonthshow.com or come to a live taping! The next one is Wednesday, January 8th at Joe's...
2014-01-071h 09
This Week in MarvelThis Week in Marvel #97.5 - Wyatt Cenac & Elliott KalanRyan and Ben chat with comedians Wyatt Cenac & Elliott Kalan about their new Marvel comic, their favorite super heroes and much more!
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2013-09-1037 min
Bonnie & MaudeEp. 5 - Hitchcock v. Hedren // GUEST: Elliott KalanWe explore Alfred Hitchcock's classic film The Birds, as well as the recent HBO film The Girl -- a behind the scenes look at the director's messy and often abusive relationship with the star of The Birds, Tippi Hedren. What makes The Birds so scary? Does Hitchcock's gross off-screen personality affect our appreciation for his art? We'll also check in with Tippi all these years later, whose squelched acting career made way for her life's work operating the Shambala Preserve, a shelter for big cats.
Daily Show writer, host of the screening series Closely Watched Films, co-host of The Flophouse Podca...
2012-12-0335 min
Writers' Bloc PodcastBonus: Elliott KalanElliott Kalan is an Emmy-winning writer for The Daily Show with Jon Stewart and co-host of the podcast The Flop House. He's also written for various magazines and Marvel Comics. But more importantly, he helped me kick things off with this "Very Special Bonus Test Episode". It doesn't include us writing a joke together but it does include us almost constantly going off topic in hilarious fashion. And, as usual, loads of advice and "learny" moments.
2012-11-1651 min
The Flop HouseThe Flop House: Episode #91 - Zookeeper0:00 - 0:34 - Introduction and theme.0:35 - 6:43 - We introduce our guest host, Hallie Haglund -- Daily Show writer, Dan-and-Elliott friend, and Elliott's office-mate --who regales us with embarrassing KalanTales.6:44 - 42:50 - Kevin James tries so hard, bless his giant heart.42:51 - 46:00 - Final judgments46:01 - 58:37 - Flop House Movie Mailbag58:38 - 1:02:57 - The sad bastards recommend1:02:58 - 1:04:40 - Goodbyes, theme, and outtakes.
2011-11-211h 04
The Flop HouseThe Flop House: Episode #64 - Repo Men0:00 - 0:33 - Introduction and theme.0:34 - 27:35 - Jude Law and Forrest Whittaker repossess both our will to live and to discuss the movie Repo Men.27:36 - 33:19 - Final judgments, and Elliott rambling Lethal Weapon 2 digression.33:20 - 49:04 - A brimming Flop House Movie Mailbag.49:05 - 58:50 - Instead of recommendations, Elliott gives us a firsthand report on San Diego's ComiCon.58:51 - 59:41 - Goodbyes, theme, and outtakes.
2010-07-3059 min
The Flop HouseThe Flop House: Episode #23 - Wild Hogs0:00 - 0:32 - Introduction and theme.0:33 - 2:45 - We welcome back Elliott Kalan, make fun of Stuart, and reintroduce Ritch Duncan.2:46 - 40:22 - We make up for our spottily-released late summer shows by making this our second-longest episode ever and spending far too much time discussing Wild Hogs-- possibly more than the screenwriter took to write it.40:23 - 44:30 - Final judgments.44:31 - 49:10 - We congratulate Elliott on some huge news, and spend a little time discussing the Ewe Boll contest (with a brief R.I.P. for Dan's local video rental place).49:11 - 55:56 - The sad bastards recommend.55:57 - 57:28...
2008-09-1457 min
The Flop HouseThe Flop House: Episode 20 - Premonition0:00 - 0:31 - Introduction and theme0:32 - 30:20 - After welcoming back oft-absent co-host Elliott Kalan and dispensing with some off-topic comics talk, we celebrate Independence Day by examining the slow decline of former America's sweetheart Sandra Bullock in Premonition.30:21 - 32:05 A slight detour, as the Flop House hosts make out their audio living wills.32:06 - 36:09 - Final judgments.36:10 - 40:19 - We rewrite the ending to Premonition. Also: a lot of nonsense about C.H.U.D.s.40:20 - 48:40 - The sad bastards recommend.48:41 - 51:12 - Podcasty business, a NEW CONTEST ANNOUNCEMENT, and goodbyes.51:13 - 51:54 - Theme and outtakes.
2008-07-0651 min
The Flop HouseThe Flop House: Episode #17 - Untraceable0:00 - 0:30 - Intro and theme.0:31 - 1:40 - We welcome back co-host Elliott Kalan after a brief break, and he pitches us a Kalan-centric TV vehicle.1:41 - 26:42 - A perfectly pleasant conversation about sticking your penis in various foodstuffs is ruined by the film Untraceable.26:43 - 30:00 - Final judgments.30:01 - 36:16 - The sad bastards recommend.36:17 - 38:03 - Shilling for the website - now with fan art and videos!38:04 - 40:14 - Some final thoughts about Untraceable, fan art, and penises.40:15 - 41:19 - Goodbyes, theme music, and outtakes.
2008-06-0841 min
The Flop HouseThe Flop House: Episode #16 - Alien vs. Predator: RequiemIn the battle between Alien and Predator, there can be only one winner, and you can bet it's not the viewing public. Meanwhile, Stuart reveals a shocking secret about vaginas, Dan does a sub-par 70's TV impression, and Lou keeps urging people to draw things.0:00 - 0:29 - Introduction and theme.0:30 - 2:35 - We speculate about regular host Elliott Kalan's absence, and learn a little about guest host Lou Fernandez.2:36 - 32:05 - Alien vs. Predator, possibly the coolest concept in the world, provided you're an acne-riddled 12-year-old.32:06 - 35:25 - Final judgments.35:26 - 42:14 - The sad bastards recommend.42:15 - 45:07 - We d...
2008-05-1748 min
The Flop HouseThe Flop House: Episode #15 - D-Wars: Dragon WarsWe answer the question, "How bad could a movie with dragon wars possibly be?" Meanwhile, Dan pitches a new Bikini-themed movie, Elliott has a flashback to the war, Stu makes a love connection, and we all take a big swig of the Hong Kong cocktail.0:00 - 0:32 - Introduction and theme.0:33 - 26:07 - After a brief and transparent bid for sympathy on Dan's part, we get down to business and discuss D-Wars: Dragon Wars, the film that can't make up its mind whether to abbreviate itself.26:08 - 27:37 - Final judgments.27:38 - 28:49 - We announce a shameless ploy to increase listenership.28:50...
2008-05-0443 min