Join actor and comedian Connor Ratliff as he returns for an insightful dive into the surreal world of Twin Peaks: The Return's pivotal eighth episode. With his unique David Lynch impression, he explores the episode's experimental narrative and haunting imagery while tying in humorous anecdotes about commuting and pop culture. Ratliff also shares laughs discussing the dark humor of Two and a Half Men and offers a fresh take on Lynch's groundbreaking musical choices. Tune in for a blend of analysis, comedy, and unexpected reflections!

Our Season 3 finale opens with “The Trick Is to Pretend,” a poem by Natalie Scenters-Zapico, read by the singer-songwriter Phoebe Bridgers: “I climb knowing the only way down / is by falling.” The actor Jessica Hecht plays Joan Didion in a reenactment of her classic Art of Fiction interview with Linda Kuehl. Jericho Brown reads his poem “Hero”: “my brothers and I grew up fighting / Over our mother’s mind.” The actor, comedian, and podcaster Connor Ratliff reads Bud Smith’s “Violets,” the story of two unlikely arsonists rediscovering life in the flames. The episode closes with Bridgers performing “Garden Song.” To hear more from Connor Ratliff, check out his podcast Dead Eyes. To hear Avery Trufelman’s latest show, find the podcast Nice Try! “Hero” by Jericho Brown appears courtesy of the 92nd Street Y Unterberg Poetry Center. This episode was sound designed and mixed by Hannis Brown, and mastered by Justin Shturtz.

On this episode, Connor Ratliff and Matt Bellassai join host Misha Brown to discuss the rise and fall of Quibi, the short-form video platform. They delve into the challenges of naming the platform, discuss quirky shows like Murder House Flip and Dish Mantled, and explore the limitations and advertising mistakes that contributed to Quibi's failure. They also touch on Quibi's failed attempts to become a trend and give a sneak peek into the next episode of the podcast.

Connor Ratliff, portraying George Lucas on The George Lucas Talk Show, discusses the success vs. failure theme in his work. The podcast delves into the evolution of the show, improv comedy impact, safeguarding personal data, chaotic guest appearances, and innovation in shaving and podcasting.

Connor Ratliff, a featured guest in this episode, talks about the lifestyle of a beaver named Steven, including his lodges and marriages. They also discuss the unique characteristics of beavers and a childhood incident involving a town Christmas tree. The speaker reflects on their beaver dam and explores the discomfort of being wet for a long time. They discuss human-built dams, including the Hoover Dam, and draw parallels between their dam-building abilities and different genres of music.