Club Random with Bill Maher

John Stamos | Club Random with Bill Maher

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Dec 29, 2025
John Stamos, the beloved actor and musician known for his role on Full House, shares a humorous and heartfelt conversation with Bill Maher. They reminisce about a near-fight that delayed their friendship for years and bond over their love for classic music. Stamos shares a touching story about witnessing Sinatra with his father and dives into wild tales from his time with the Beach Boys and Springsteen. The duo also discusses ageism in Hollywood and the quirks of the comedy world, all while trading memorable movie quotes and celebrating their shared passion for laughter.
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ANECDOTE

Near-Fight That Delayed A Friendship

  • John Stamos and Bill Maher almost fought in the 1990s over VIP access at a club but both were too drunk to clearly remember the cause.
  • The near-fight became a running joke that delayed their friendship for decades until they finally reconnected on the podcast.
ANECDOTE

Manson's Troubling Beach Boys Connection

  • They recount Dennis Wilson bringing Charles Manson into the Beach Boys' orbit after picking up hitchhikers, which led to chaos and paranoia.
  • John and Bill describe Manson's brief musical ties to the scene and how the band regretted the association.
INSIGHT

Soft Cancellation From Hollywood

  • Bill Maher says being criticized by Hollywood for not being "woke" feels like a form of soft cancellation.
  • He values listeners like John Stamos who understand his intent more than industry approval.
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