I’m your nerd host, Chris Hardwick
Nerdist is a place where we nerds come together and share the nerdery that we find. It's also my home to various elements of the Nerdist Empire. You might recognize me from TV. You don't realize that's where you know me from, but it is. You think you went to college with me or I look like your cousin's friend, but that is not the case. At one time or another you stumbled upon me on your moving picture box in such cerebral gems as MTV's "Singled Out" and Noam Chomsky's "Shipmates." and so much more...
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I’m a little disappointed that so much time at the start was given to shop talk, because the last third or so is really fascinating. Have Rory back, like, right now, pls. (This also makes me think that a Todd Glass YMIW would be A TREAT.)
I have been enjoying Mr. Scovel’s Nissan Altima commercials very much, and you know, his consistently fantastic appearances on The Todd Glass Show. Glad to see he’s on the pod.
I don’t know what’s going on doc…these gold rings just seem to fall out of me when I get hurt…please please please turn that into a bit! I couldn’t stop laughing through the whole riff.
This show keeps on grinding into the depths of human psyche and it stimulates me on a very personal level. I am just blown away by how, you guys can unpack, sort through and organize the trivial and essential aspects of American life.
I’ve got a flashback buzz right now, and its great. This is just what I needed to end this work week.
“I’m an ant, that’s an iPhone.”
YES! Been waiting for Rory to show up on one of these!
This episode made my heart smile
Chelsea didn’t seem to enjoy your hug at the show last night. Back to the drawing board, guys!
So, so much love for the show. Unequivocally my favourite podcast, and this episode is no different. I second Mark that Rory should come back and talk more!
And (not to beat a dead horse…) while I thoroughly enjoyed the “offensive” joke conversation and explanation why he doesn’t mind dead mom jokes etc, I’ve gotta say that the mention of the Tosh event is not a fair comparison. Rape is a thing onto its own, and should not be lumped in with those other topics. I’m sure anyone reading this is probably rolling their eyes….but yeah. Can’t let it slide.
Looking forward to next week’s eps!
The videogame character bit was great.
Rory, not even done this podcast. I downloaded your album. (the paying kind of download)
The Futurama writers beat us all to that joke in the Raiders of the Lost Arcade segment from Anthology of Interest II.
When invaders (from space!) attack Earth’s MilAtari HQ, the main characters flee through general Colin Pac-Man’s escape tunnel. When they emerge, Zoidberg pukes up some pixelated fruit and a gold key.
I died laughing when you guys hugged, but it was so touching too. I completely get how joking about awful things relieves tension, and normal, empathic people know that the comic is not saying it out of sadism but, like you guys said, shining a light on the wolf in the corner.
I also love the Nick Swardson bit about his funeral. If you haven’t had him on YMIW yet, please do soon! Love this podcast!
I love Rory, his laugh should be patented. Ditto for Pete.
I cried two or three times listening to this. Laughed too.
Best. Podcast. Ever.
Hey, guys! Ricky Gervais was trying to get into the room, right? Didn’t I hear him laughing?
C’mon! Let him in!!!
I got approved for my tickets yesterday!
SUPER EXCITED!!!!!
I always enjoy the weirdness, this one especially.
My brother died in May, and we sold his CD at the funeral. A lot of them. I think he would have enjoyed the sales pitch, “Have you gotten a CD yet? It’s a collector’s item… now.”
Rory and Pete together? Doesn’t get much better than that! Such a good episode. the Jon Dore joke about the merch booth at the funeral was perfect.
I remember seeing the John Oliver show and seeing Rory Scovel. Made me an instant fan and I dont think ill ever forget that. So glad you brought it up! Only the best part is it starts affectionately and devolves into yelling.
“fuck fun!” <3