668 - Greg Garcia - Your Mom's House with Christina P and Tom Segura
Aug 10, 2022
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Tom Segura and Christina P. welcome Greg Garcia, writer/producer of 'My Name Is Earl', to discuss their past collaboration and Greg's new show 'Sprung'. They also talk about Joey Diaz, a bra salesman, neighbor trouble over a chicken, and Greg's research trip on the Margaritaville Cruise.
Sprung is a comedy series following ex-convicts navigating life outside prison during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Comedian Joey Diaz adds humor and standout performances to the show, enhancing the comedic moments.
Amazon Freevie took a chance on Sprung despite hesitations from other networks due to its pandemic premise.
Deep dives
Summary of Sprung
Sprung is a comedy series that follows a group of convicts who are released from prison due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The show explores the comedic situations and challenges they face as they navigate life outside of prison. The main character, portrayed by actor Garrett Dillahunt, attempts to adjust to the new world while dealing with various hilarious encounters. The series delves into the unique experiences of these ex-convicts and provides a humorous take on how they navigate the post-pandemic world.
Joey Diaz's Involvement
The show features comedian Joey Diaz in two episodes, adding his signature humor and delivering standout performances. Joey's character brings a dynamic and entertaining element to the show, enhancing the comedic moments and interactions amongst the cast.
Challenges in Selling the Show
The show initially faced challenges in finding a network due to its COVID-19 premise. Many networks were hesitant to proceed with a pandemic comedy, given the uncertainty and ongoing pandemic situation. However, Amazon Freevie was enthusiastic about the series and saw its potential, resulting in the show receiving a green light.
Greg Garcia's Writing Process
Greg Garcia, the creator and showrunner of Sprung, followed his usual writing process for the show. It involved writing a script and then refining it with the help of trusted colleagues and friends. He completed several additional scripts to showcase the concept and the direction of the series. This process led to the show being picked up and produced by Amazon Freevie.
Summary of Podcast Episode
In this podcast episode, the hosts discuss various topics including funny anecdotes, a tattoo story, the importance of bras, and a cruise experience. They share personal stories and observations with humor and light-heartedness. The podcast highlights the importance of finding joy and creating fun in everyday situations.
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Welcome back to the Mommy Dome and we start off with a fan made banger about Orlando Brown's wanting to tickle you. We open with a cool guy who messes around with some officers of the court and finds out real fast why thats a bad idea and Tom talks about his recent wild dinner with Bert Kreischer.
Then we welcome Greg Garcia (writer/producer of "My Name Is Earl") who's worked with the mommies in the past and is about to launch his new show on Freevee "Sprung." They talk about how awesome Joey Diaz is, look at the COOLEST bra salesman and see a neighbor getting in huge trouble over defending himself against a chicken. Greg and the mommies talk about the project they worked on and how Greg went on the Margaritaville Cruise for research.