To mark the 25th anniversary of the release of the cult classic black comedy “Problem Child” (premiered July 27, 1990), Gilbert and Frank reached out to Junior himself, former child actor Michael Oliver, to talk about his memories of co-stars John Ritter and Jack Warden, his battles with the film’s producers and his struggles to lead a normal life off-screen. Also, Gilbert carries the “Problem Child” torch, PETA protests the movie’s ad campaign, and Michael turns his back on show business.

PLUS: “Drexel’s Class”! Macaulay Culkin! “The Munsters Today”! The Beach Boys get into the act! And Gilbert “plays” Robert Redford!

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In this series of topic-focused mini-episodes, Gilbert and Frank share their love of unheralded films, underrated TV shows, underappreciated pop songs and (often) unknown performers, discussing, dissecting and (occasionally) defending their handpicked guilty pleasures and buried treasures.This week: Tom Hanks vs. James Bond! The artistry of Conrad Hall! And Dustin Hoffman goes to the dentist!

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Singer and actor Josh Groban has sold over 25 million records and performed with legends like Sting, Celine Dion and Barbra Streisand, which is why it was so surprising that he allowed Gilbert and Frank into his home to interview him. In an animated and laugh-filled discussion, Josh shares his passion for comedy, his affection for the “Problem Child” movies and his memories of guest-starring on hit series like “The Office” and “Ally McBeal.” Also, Josh coins a catch phrase, tackles the role of Tevye (at age 17!), mimics Jay Leno and duets with “Adele Dazeem.”

PLUS: “The 5,000 Fingers of Dr. T.”! Gladys Knight & The Pips! “The Beastmaster”! Old Groucho returns! And Josh sings “the hits” of Gilbert Gottfried!

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In this series of topic-focused mini-episodes, Gilbert and Frank share their love of unheralded films, underrated TV shows, underappreciated pop songs and (often) unknown performers, discussing, dissecting and (occasionally) defending their handpicked guilty pleasures and buried treasures. 

This week: Rod Steiger’s a ladykiller! Tim Robbins invents the Hula Hoop! And the subtle genius of Paul Newman!

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This week, Gilbert and Frank welcome one of the most visible and popular TV actors of the 1970s, 80s and 90s, former heartthrob and “B.J. and the Bear” and “My Two Dads” star Greg Evigan, who shares memorable anecdotes about everyone from Burt Reynolds to William Shatner to simian TV sidekick Sam (AKA “The Bear”). Also, Greg shares the stage with Ben Vereen AND John Travolta, jams with Paul Shaffer and lends his car to Ringo Starr! PLUS: Don Kirshner! The strange genius of Glen A. Larson! “Pink Lady and Jeff”! ”The Battle of the Network Stars”! And Gilbert sings again!

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In this series of topic-focused mini-episodes, Gilbert and Frank share their love of unheralded films, underrated TV shows, underappreciated pop songs and (often) unknown performers, discussing, dissecting and (occasionally) defending their handpicked guilty pleasures and buried treasures. This week: Steven Spielberg spoofs himself! Martin Sheen terrorizes Ed McMahon! And Robert Stack cries his eyes out!

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Screenwriter Tracey Jackson and legendary songwriter, musician and actor Paul Williams join Gilbert and Frank at New York’s famed Friars Club to cover a wide array of topics, including the “musicality” of comedy, the addiction of fame, and the movies that changed Paul and Tracey’s lives. Also, Paul auditions for The Monkees, Tracey hangs with Hunter S. Thompson and Gilbert “favors” Paul by performing some of his greatest hits.

PLUS: The comedy of John Byner! The Jewish Elvis! Robert Mitchum’s bed! Tracey bootlegs a Paul Williams concert! And the return of Pat McCormick!

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In this series of topic-focused mini-episodes, Gilbert and Frank share their love of unheralded films, underrated TV shows, underappreciated pop songs and (often) unknown performers, discussing, dissecting and (occasionally) defending their handpicked guilty pleasures and buried treasures. 

This week: Roddy McDowall goes to high school! Jack Nicholson takes to the airwaves! And (arguably) the creepiest movie ever made!

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Standup comedian, novelist and comedy writer Bill Scheft spent 24 years as David Letterman’s confidante, right-hand man and head monologue writer, being nominated for 15 Emmys in the process. A few days after Dave’s farewell, Bill stopped by the studio to talk about his two-plus decades in late night and to regale Gilbert and Frank with hilarious showbiz tales about everyone from Larry David to Redd Foxx. Also, Bill pens jokes for the Oscars, praises the commitment of Martin Short and pays tribute to the British Invasion. PLUS: Slappy White! Larry “Bud” Melman! Bogie goes postal! The infamous “Uma, Oprah” bit! And Jerry Lewis sings The Who!
https://www.gilbertpodcast.com/57-57-bill-scheft/

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In this series of topic-focused mini-episodes, Gilbert and Frank share their love of unheralded films, underrated TV shows, underappreciated pop songs and (often) unknown performers, discussing, dissecting and (occasionally) defending their handpicked guilty pleasures and buried treasures. This week: Bugs Bunny meets Bogie! The return of Edward G. Robinson! And the strange mystery of B. Traven!

https://www.gilbertpodcast.com/mini-ep-15-treasure-of-sierra-madre-double-indemnity/

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TV, film and stage actor (and devoted “Amazing Colossal Podcast” fan) Richard Kind drops by Gilbert’s apartment to check out GG’s memorabilia collection and to join Gilbert and Frank for a spirited discussion of the evils of censorship, the joy of onscreen female nudity and the twisted genius of Pat McCormick. Also, Richard auditions for “Cruising,” duets with Jose Ferrer, gets “punked” by George Clooney and pays his respects to Soupy Sales. PLUS: Conrad Veidt! Professor Irwin Corey! Forrest Tucker plays the back “nine”! Jack Benny lusts after Gina Lollobrigida! And Tony Curtis shares a donut with Captain Stubing!

https://www.gilbertpodcast.com/56-56-richard-kind/

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