Welcome to The ReddZone—the ultimate playbook for ambitious minds ready to shatter limitations and create massive success. Each episode takes you inside the game with the world’s top performers, entrepreneurs, and visionaries, breaking down the exact strategies they’ve used to dominate in impact, income, and lifestyle. This isn’t just a podcast—it’s your ticket to new levels of clarity, action, and results. Whether you’re scaling your business, redefining your personal best, or building a li ...
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We explore best practices in wellness, how to deepen connections, + how to authentically be yourself with our guests who are experts, seekers, + healers. We examine the connection of mind, body, + soul along with the current state of society from an individual + collective perspective while discovering how best to operate within relationships, organizations, + communities. CHC is a community based in Los Angeles offering workshops, events, + retreats, focused on healing, 360 wellness, + rela ...
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Mirth, Music, and Mayhem Every Tuesday Night hosted by Tom Scharpling. Get the Full Experience on Patreon patreon.com/thebestshow
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Comedian and bread baker, Tom Papa, is the perfect host, inviting guests to join him for an hour of eating, drinking and enjoying life. Listeners are invited to take a seat at the table as Tom and his guests celebrate the true meaning of breaking bread with insightful, revealing and always funny conversations.
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JAMES AUSTIN JOHNSON! ERIC RAHILL! WHITMER THOMAS! CARMEN CHRISTOPHER! AJ WEBERMAN! ROAD TRIP STORIES! PHILLY BOY ROY!
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3:04:45Best Show is back! JAMES AUSTIN JOHNSON comes to the studio to talk with Tom about his career, SNL, Bob Dylan and more! AJ WEBERMAN, noted Dylanologist and Garbologist, calls in to talk with Tom and James! Comedians and actors ERIC RAHILL, WHITMER THOMAS, and CARMEN CHRISTOPHER stop in to talk to Tom about their roles in the new A24 film FRIENDSHIP…
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This week on Breaking Bread Mike Birbiglia joins us at the table! Two Italian comedians in one booth - what could go wrong?! Tom and Mike share old Comedy Cellar stories, discuss thoughts on the Pope, and whether or not they would feel comfortable sharing a sleeping bag. Enjoy! Check out Mike's new special The Good Life on Netflix May 27th. Thank y…
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BEST SHOW BESTS! In this classic clip, Tom is joined in studio by the a capella soundtrack vocal duo SOUNDTRACAPELLA! (Originally Aired on WFMU on October 22, 2002) New to the Best Show? Check out Best Show Bests, the greatest hits of The Best Show! Available every Friday on your podcast app. SUPPORT THE BEST SHOW ON PATREON! WEEKLY BONUS EPISODES …
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Tom Scharpling sits down with Brett Davis to celebrate 25 years of The Best Show. Learn about the moments and people that led Tom to WFMU, and the development of Newbridge and Jon Wurster's incredible array of characters. Delve into the origins of fan favorites such as AP Mike, Pat, Dudio, Vance, and Gary the Squirrel, alongside insights into early…
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This week Atsuko Okatsuka joins us at the table! It's never a great sign when Ira Glass informs you that you have a story worth telling, which is exactly what happened to Atsuko. She discusses life in Japan, being kidnapped by her grandma and moving to the US. She also shares how she found out she wasn't married to her "husband." Enjoy! Check out A…
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BEST SHOW BESTS! In this classic clip, Tom gets a call from THOR FROM NEWBRIDGE HEIGHTS! New to the Best Show? Check out Best Show Bests, the greatest hits of The Best Show! Available every Friday on your podcast app. SUPPORT THE BEST SHOW ON PATREON! WEEKLY BONUS EPISODES & VIDEO EPISODES! https://www.patreon.com/TheBestShow WATCH THE BEST SHOW LI…
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The hilarious Aaron Weber joins us at the table! Fresh off his first ever special and fresh off a flight from Nashville, Aaron sits down with Tom to discuss comedy, football, and belly buttons. Typical table talk. Enjoy! Check out Aaron Weber's special Signature Dish right here on YouTube! -----------0:00:00 Intro0:00:45 Welcome and suitcases0:02:0…
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BEST SHOW BESTS! In this classic clip, Tom gets a call from BISHOP PABLO FONTANA! (Originally aired on WFMU on May 1st, 2007) New to the Best Show? Check out Best Show Bests, the greatest hits of The Best Show! Available every Friday on your podcast app. SUPPORT THE BEST SHOW ON PATREON! WEEKLY BONUS EPISODES & VIDEO EPISODES! https://www.patreon…
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This week Ike Barinholtz joins us at the table! He's a renaissance man! He writes, acts, AND cooks. He's so skilled, his talents rubbed off on his father who starred in Jury Duty. Tom and Ike discuss the future of Hollywood, possibly starring in a movie together, and share their favorite recipes! Enjoy! Go to WildGrain.com/PAPA for free croissants …
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John Mulaney (featuring Phil from Newishbridge)
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1:22:28BEST SHOW BESTS! In this classic clip, JOHN MULANEY comes to the studio to chat with Tom and take calls, including one from PHIL FROM NEWISHBRIDGE about SNL TRIVIA! (Originally Aired on WFMU on July 7th, 2010) New to the Best Show? Check out Best Show Bests, the greatest hits of The Best Show! Available every Friday on your podcast app. SUPPORT THE…
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SUSAN MORRISON! LIZZY COOPERMAN! COOL PERSON'S COOLEST MOMENT, LAME PERSON'S LAMEST MOMENT!
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2:57:24SUSAN MORRISON, author the Lorne Michaels biography Lorne, checks in with Tom to discuss her book, the SNL culture and more! Tom, callers and the crew put together a list of Cool People's Coolest Moments and a second list of Lame People's Lamest Moments! Who will come out on top/bottom? LIZZY COOPERMAN pops in for a moment before holding down the R…
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This week comedian, banjo player, and history buff Ed Helms joins us at the table! Ed and Tom discuss some of history's biggest snafu's and the fact that somehow, we always make it through. Ed also shares about some of the biggest moments in his career: The Daily Show, The Hangover, and let's face it, probably his appearance on this podcast. If you…
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BEST SHOW BESTS! In this classic clip, Tom takes a call from a member of the band BLACK TYGER! (Originally aired on WFMU on February 10, 2004) New to the Best Show? Check out Best Show Bests, the greatest hits of The Best Show! Available every Friday on your podcast app. SUPPORT THE BEST SHOW ON PATREON! WEEKLY BONUS EPISODES & VIDEO EPISODES! http…
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“70,000 Erections, Biohacking, & Better Orgasms: Dr. Elliot Exposes Male Health Myths!”
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51:15💥 In this groundbreaking episode of *The ReddZone*, Dr. Elliot Justin—ER doctor turned sexual health innovator—drops MAJOR truths about male performance, testosterone, orgasms, and the shocking science behind FirmTech’s wearable tech.🧠 What you'll learn: The REAL science behind orgasms, ejaculation, and testosterone Why most “ED” is NOT dysfunction…
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"From Rock Bottom to Building Empires: JM Ryerson on Success, Leadership, & Finding Purpose"
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57:13🔥 In this no-holds-barred interview, entrepreneur and performance coach *JM Ryerson* reveals how he built and exited three companies, saved his marriage, and found true fulfillment—not just wealth. From redefining leadership to practicing vulnerability, JM shares real, actionable insights on how to *win in life and business*.🎯 What You'll Learn: Ho…
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SLOPPY BOYS! DAVID SHEFF! THE BEACH: GOOD OR BAD?! GLENN DANSIG IN MIDDLEBRIDGE!
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2:55:57The SLOPPY BOYS come to the Forever Dog studio to chat with Tom about their podcast, their musical career, the beach and more! Tom talks with DAVID SHEFF, author of the Yoko Ono biography Ono! The topic: Is The Beach good or bad? Callers weigh in! Plus, Tom gets a call from GLENN DANSIG IN MIDDLEBRIDGE! SUPPORT THE BEST SHOW ON PATREON! WEEKLY BONU…
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This week Keegan-Michael Key joins us at the table! Keegan and Tom take a deep dive into the history of comedy, sketch vs improv, and evergreen jokes. Don't worry they talk about other things too like: bats, aura rings, and living in trees. Enjoy! Check out Keegan's audio book, “The History of Sketch Comedy,” out now! -------------------------- 0:0…
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This Got Us Shadowbanned… (ft. Trick Shot Cop) | The ReddZone | EP#5
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1:14:15What happens when you mix raw truth, hot takes, and unfiltered opinions?In this episode, I sat down with Trick Shot Cop and we went all the way in — on free speech, cancel culture, algorithm games, and what really gets you shadowbanned 👀If you’ve ever felt like you’re being silenced or filtered online… this one’s for you.📌 Topics we hit:Shadowbanni…
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BEST SHOW BESTS! In this classic clip, Tom gets a call from MATTHEW TOMPKINS FROM SHOUT NETWORK, discussing their new shows! (Originally Aired on May 20th, 2015) New to the Best Show? Check out Best Show Bests, the greatest hits of The Best Show! Available every Friday on your podcast app. SUPPORT THE BEST SHOW ON PATREON! WEEKLY BONUS EPISODES & V…
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BRIDGER WINEGAR! BLUES BROTHERS TALK!
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2:57:14BRIDGER WINEGAR, host of the hit podcast "I SAID NO GIFTS" stops by the Forever Dog studio to talk to Tom about Utah, music, and more! Tom discusses his recent trip to SALEM! We have a Newbridge Notes Hotline call from JIM HETFIELD! And last but not least, Tom, AP Mike, Pat Byrne, Bridger Winegar and the callers all discuss THE BLUES BROTHERS! A de…
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This week Tim Dillon joins us at the table! Good news, he has an opinion on everything: NY vs LA, the stock market crash, Joe Rogen's influence on the election, and much more. Enjoy! Check out Tim's new Netflix special on 4/15, "I'm Your Mother". ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 0:00:00 Intro 0:0…
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Hal from Newbridge Vinyl Siding Loves His Families
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43:26BEST SHOW BESTS! In this classic clip, Tom gets a call from HAL FROM NEWBRIDGE VINYL SIDING about his families! (Originally aired on WFMU on December 6, 2005) New to the Best Show? Check out Best Show Bests, the greatest hits of The Best Show! Available every Friday on your podcast app. SUPPORT THE BEST SHOW ON PATREON! WEEKLY BONUS EPISODES & VIDE…
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This week Kevin Bacon joins us at the (New York) table! He reflects on the massive success he's had from Animal House to Footloose to JFK. He recalls the jump from waiting tables to being on a private jet with Liza Minnelli! Catch his latest work, The Bondsman now streaming on Prime Video. Enjoy! Go to Wildgrain.com/PAPA or use promo code PAPA to g…
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BEST SHOW BESTS! In this classic clip, Tom is joined in studio by TIM HEIDECKER & CLARE O'KANE! (Originally Aired Jun 29th, 2022) New to the Best Show? Check out Best Show Bests, the greatest hits of The Best Show! Available every Friday on your podcast app. SUPPORT THE BEST SHOW ON PATREON! WEEKLY BONUS EPISODES & VIDEO EPISODES! https://www.patre…
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MARY HOULIHAN! D.C. PIERSON! JASON GORE!
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3:09:12MARY HOULIHAN & D.C. PIERSON come to the Forever Dog studio to talk with Tom about their current projects, pranks, how Mary's "leveling up", and much else! At long last, the return of JASON "DUDIO" GORE to the Best Show, to catch up with Tom & the gang! Phones ring on "Pranks" in honor of April Fool's Day, a major "Mr. Etiquette" update, and more! …
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This week on Breaking Bread Seth Rogen joins us at the table! He discusses all things about his new Apple+ series, The Studio - the inspiration, finding the humor in Hollywood studio execs, and having no one to blame but himself for creating difficult filming situations. He also shares an INSANE story about filming with a real tiger and fearing dea…
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BEST SHOW BESTS! In this classic clip, Tom interviews music icon KIM GORDON! (Originally Aired December 02nd, 2020) New to the Best Show? Check out Best Show Bests, the greatest hits of The Best Show! Available every Friday on your podcast app. SUPPORT THE BEST SHOW ON PATREON! WEEKLY BONUS EPISODES & VIDEO EPISODES! https://www.patreon.com/TheBest…
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DEAN WAREHAM & BRITTA PHILLIPS! ALEX BRAVERMAN! ANDY KAUFMAN TALK! JEFF FEUERZEIG!
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2:49:53We have music from Dean Wareham & Britta Phillips. Tom chats with them Dean's new album, Galaxie 500 and Britta's vocals in Gem & The Holograms! Plus, filmmaker Alex Braverman talks about his new Andy Kaufman documentary, Thank You Very Much! Mike has "Mr. Etiquette" cards! Plus, friend of the show Jeff Feuerzeig stops by! SUPPORT THE BEST SHOW ON …
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This week the infamous Chelsea Handler joins us at the table. We get to break bread with Chelsea just minutes after she received the news that her new book hit NYT #1 best seller! She also shares about her new special, always knowing she'd be famous, and learning how to control her reactions. Can't get enough? Subscribe to Breaking Bread With Tom P…
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BEST SHOW BESTS! In this classic clip, "Bruce Willis" gets his revenge! (Originally aired on The Best Show on WFMU on April 15th, 2003) New to the Best Show? Check out Best Show Bests, the greatest hits of The Best Show! Available every Friday on your podcast app. SUPPORT THE BEST SHOW ON PATREON! WEEKLY BONUS EPISODES & VIDEO EPISODES! https://www…
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KEVIN MCDONALD FROM KIDS IN THE HALL! TOP 50 STATES!
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3:04:29KEVIN MCDONALD checks in to preview his upcoming rock opera, Kevin McDonald: Superstar! The Top 50 States are ranked! Who will be number one? SUPPORT THE BEST SHOW ON PATREON! WEEKLY BONUS EPISODES & VIDEO EPISODES! https://www.patreon.com/TheBestShow WATCH THE BEST SHOW LIVE EVERY TUESDAY NIGHT 6PM PT ON TWITCH https://www.twitch.tv/bestshow4life …
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This week on Breaking Bread the hilarious Retta joins us at the table! She shares about getting her start in stand up, transitioning into acting, and hosting her show on HGTV. We even get the behind the scenes scoop of some crazy houses she's filmed at. As fellow New Jerseyans Tom & Retta also bond over home cooked meals growing up. Enjoy! For a li…
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BEST SHOW BESTS! In this classic clip, Tom makes a prank call to "Bruce Willis", but it goes horribly wrong. (Originally broadcast on The Best Show on WFMU on April 8th, 2003) New to the Best Show? Check out Best Show Bests, the greatest hits of The Best Show! Available every Friday on your podcast app. SUPPORT THE BEST SHOW ON PATREON! WEEKLY BONU…
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IONE SKYE! NICOLE LAWRENCE & THE DURANGO HOUSE BAND! ONEIDA! ALEX JULES!
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2:53:26IONE SKYE swings by the Forever Dog studio to talk to Tom about her new memoir Say Everything! NICOLE LAWRENCE & THE DURANGO HOUSE BAND performs a live set! Tom gets a call from Bobby Matador from the band ONEIDA! Plus a visit from ALEX JULES, who is organizing the Let's Get L.Aid fundraiser for wildfire relief. And finally, another edition of Newb…
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This week on Breaking Bread, Tom is an absolute fangirl because the legendary Chris Bianco joins us in the studio. They discuss how comedy and baking both have the ability to comfort people in times of need. Chris shares about his efforts to help people during the LA fires. He even handles Tom's bread like an old grandma - but - does he give Tom hi…
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BEST SHOW BESTS! In this classic clip from the first Best Show 24-hour show, Tom gets a call from CONAN O'BRIEN, with a surprise in-studio appearance from THE GORCH! (Originally aired July 27th, 2023) New to the Best Show? Check out Best Show Bests, the greatest hits of The Best Show! Available every Friday on your podcast app. SUPPORT THE BEST SHO…
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FRED ARMISEN! JOHN HODGMAN! BRYAN QUINBY! GYM TALK!
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2:54:00FRED ARMISEN swings by the Forever Dog studio to talk to Tom about music, comedy, his time on SNL and more! BRYAN QUINBY from the Podcast "Guys: with Bryan Quinby" drops by to chat with Tom about Korn, Limp Bizkit and other guy-centric stuff! Then John Hodgman comes by to catch up with Tom for a bit before he and Tom continue the fun with The Rest …
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This week on Breaking Bread Harland Williams joins us in the studio. We reveal his two biggest claim to fames: starting the John Deere trend and being the king of Canada. He shares about growing up, getting sent to boarding school, and realizing he was on his own in this life. Tom and Harland also share an open dialogue about the current political …
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