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Funny news games include a round about a mysterious Bill tied to topics from Greenland to tool-using cows. A lively stadium-oddities segment imagines bizarre campus perks. A TV investor discusses on-screen antics, odd investments, and a surprise acting turn. Callers compete with limericks and rapid-fire news quizzes for comic chaos.

This week features special guest Kali Reis, who shares her journey from boxing to acting. The panel dives into quirky news like the latest exercise guidelines and the benefits of bidets. They showcase hilarious celebrity encounter stories, leading to a lively game of guessing the real tale. Kali also tackles a CES trivia challenge that includes bizarre inventions. The show wraps up with rapid-fire news questions and a fun limerick game, ensuring laughs and audience interaction throughout!

Chilean-American actor Pedro Pascal, known for his roles in hit series like The Last of Us, opens up about his early struggles in New York and humorous career moments. Chris Perfetti, famed for Abbott Elementary, shares his journey from theater to screen, revealing insights about his character's quirks. The fun continues with quirky quizzes and a lively discussion with Heather Gay on Real Housewives authenticity and her memoir tales. Expect laughs and unexpected trivia that keep the spirit of 2025 alive!

Delroy Lindo shares a heartwarming story about being recognized as a film star while working as a bicycle messenger. He reflects on his first acting paycheck and the meaning of sending money to his mother. The conversation shifts to his commitment to soccer and excitement for the World Cup. Lindo also gets playful with a trivia game about the New Orleans Saints. The panel humorously dives into quirky food pyramid predictions and delivers some light-hearted limericks.

Join veteran sportscaster Bob Costas as he hilariously recounts his early broadcasting blunders and offers insightful opinions on playoff changes in baseball. Carissa Moore, Olympic surfing champion, shares her journey from Waikiki to surfing while juggling motherhood, revealing her unique pre-competition rituals. Jim Rice brings Fenway Park memories to life with a humorous Hall of Fame call story and reflections on analytics in baseball. Perfect for sports fans and trivia lovers alike!

Special guest Rhea Seehorn brings her charm as the panel hilariously roasts Vanity Fair photos of Trump aides. They dive into iRobot's bankruptcy with witty Roomba quips and explore Connecticut's peculiar Hallmark Christmas movie map. Rhea shares insights about her journey on Better Call Saul and her new show, Pluribus. The fun continues with a festive quiz on celebrity Christmas songs and a listener limerick challenge that tickles everyone's funny bone.

Peter Sagal answers quirky listener questions in a lively AMA session. He reveals he'd listen to 'Wheels on the Bus' eternally and shares amusing confessions about surprising guests like RZA. Peter reflects on the show's evolution, his abandoned hobbies, and his preference for running in silence—though he sometimes sneaks in a podcast. He fantasizes about casting Stanley Tucci or Jason Alexander in a movie about himself and recounts his unexpected connection to 'Dirty Dancing: Havana Nights'. Plus, he champions harissa as his favorite condiment.

Special guest Lucy Dacus joins a lively panel to discuss a range of amusing topics. They delve into Netflix's surprising acquisition of Warner Bros and its potential effects on the entertainment landscape. The conversation takes a quirky turn with Latvia's rental 'husbands' amid a man shortage. Lucy also participates in a fun quiz about child geniuses, showcasing her quick wit. The panel wraps up with a rapid-fire news quiz, predictions about future corporate mergers, and engaging listener challenges that bring laughter to the audience.

This week, David Hu, a mechanical engineering professor from Georgia Tech, delves into whether crowd blowing could impact a basketball's free-throw trajectory. He tackles the physics behind air jet dissipation and explores lung capacity limits. Surprisingly, Hu reveals that while distant fans can’t make a difference, close-range coughs or sneezes might just alter a shot's timing enough to impact the game. The conversation blends humor with science, providing a fresh look at a beloved sport.

Join comedian and actor Andy Richter, known for his wit on late-night TV, as he dives into his unexpected journey on Dancing with the Stars. He shares hilarious behind-the-scenes moments and how TikTok became part of his dance promotion strategy. The discussion also touches on the quirky world of courtroom chaos, leading to amusing trivia about Gene Kelly that Richter nails. With witty banter and lively panel insights, this entertaining segment offers a delightful mix of humor and pop culture.