Penn's Sunday School
Penn's Sunday School
Join us as Penn Jillette, Matt Donnelly, and YOU discuss the news of the week. We'll examine religious news, talk about monkeys, and anything else that seems funny or makes us mad. We'll also take your suggestions for things you feel like talking about. We run a live video stream from Show Creators Studios for people with the time and inclination to watch people sitting and talking. The live show starts Sundays at noon Vegas time, at www.twitch.tv/reddirich, & is usually available for download from your favorite podcast aggregator by 9 am Monday morning.
Episodes
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Sep 24, 2025 • 1h 11min
Program Prevention Department
Penn shares his unique plan to wear Canadian shirts while touring Europe. He discusses a captivating experiment on boredom that enhances interaction and offers thoughts on modern communication. The impact of Lenny Bruce’s Palladium routine is explored, along with the intriguing concept of Phobophilia, a sketch-horror show rejected by Fox. Listeners get insights into movie auditions, nostalgic improv reunion plans, and a creative segment collecting dreams to analyze with AI. It's a delightful mix of storytelling and personal anecdotes!
Sep 17, 2025 • 1h 19min
Why Make That Choice?
Penn wonders who’s at his house, a bummed out night in L.A., in depth thoughts on The Wizard of Oz at the Sphere, and lots more.
Sep 10, 2025 • 1h 28min
Paul Provenza - The Right to Die Old
Penn and Matt sit down in Los Angeles with good friend and filmmaker Paul Provenza for an in-depth chat on the 20th anniversary of The Aristocrats, the state of comedy today, remembering Gilbert Gottfried, and lots more.
Sep 3, 2025 • 48min
Fifty Years, Part Two
Join Penn and friends as they delve into the wild world of juggling, touching on Penn's daring performances with unsafe knives at a lively Renaissance Festival. They discuss the nuances of the term 'shoppe,' and the ups and downs of festival crowds contrasted against sold-out Radio City shows. A heartfelt moment arises when Penn supports Carr Hagerman, reflecting on the tumultuous legal battles he faced. The whirlwind schedule rounds off with laughter about potential morning shows and emotional reunions that leave an impact.
Aug 27, 2025 • 1h 12min
Fifty Years, Part One
Piff the Magic Dragon, a hilarious comedic magician, shares his unforgettable experiences performing at Radio City and the London Palladium. He recounts behind-the-scenes antics, including a near-mishap during a 'sawed in half' act. The conversation highlights the challenges of performing on such grand stages and the delightful camaraderie between magicians like Copperfield and Penn & Teller. Piff also discusses his favorite bit, 'Entropy,' and the audience's enthusiastic reactions, painting a vivid picture of life on stage.
Aug 21, 2025 • 1h 12min
A Bucket of Darkness
Reddi Rich shares some conversations from his life that lead to a deeper and meaningful conversation with Penn and Matt on suicidal ideation, what it means to make permanent decisions based on temporary situations, and protecting people from themselves. Then it’s Oil Can time! Penn’s work life balance, Penn & Teller hiding in plain sight onstage, oil filled pedals and steam filled organs, and more.
Aug 13, 2025 • 1h 6min
Monkeyvision
Penn’s vision journey continues with a simian twist, Matt the Mind Noodler and Penn & Teller have very different experiences at Magic Live, Penn opens a time capsule, and lots more.
Aug 6, 2025 • 1h 14min
Better or Worse?
Penn has some big news that can only be shared one way. Plus, Penn & Teller at San Diego Comic Con, Matt's road trip to Arizona, Americans in Scotland, chess strategy, Penn as Houdini's time traveling brother, an interesting Cameo request, and lots more.
Jul 23, 2025 • 1h 18min
La Seltzer's Dirty Joke Shootout
The mystery of a scandalous joke launches a wild discussion about magic and supercars. Humor unfolds as tales of odd dining experiences and Thanksgiving traditions are shared. The conversation shifts to confidence at live performances and the challenges of the entertainment industry. Cultural quirks around beverage names spark laughter, while personal anecdotes about kindness from iconic figures add depth. Throughout, there's a strong emphasis on the blend of comedy, kindness, and the joy of connecting with fans.
Jul 16, 2025 • 1h 9min
Squirrels Hate MILFs
Penn, Matt, and Reddi are joined by Michael Goudeau with a big life update he's taking with all the positivity and humor you'd expect. Surprise guest Dr. Rich Ross is also back to talk secret octopus hunts, Penn's essay for the New York Times, an update on the closed Dylan Museum, a dog that runs really fast, playing Folsom Prison, and more.
