The Tony Perkins Show
In this special holiday episode of the show, Tony and Gary revisit some of their FAVORITE and FUNNIEST moments from 2015.  All-new material leads into great clips from an all-star panel, including former "Saturday Night Live" star Joe Piscopo, comedians Chris Paul, Rob Bartlett, and Godfrey, former "Partridge Family" star Danny Bonaduce, and the great Mike O'Meara as "Donald Trump"!  EVERYONE is literally laugh-out-loud funny, and Bonaduce and Piscopo are hilariously and surprisingly candid about the ups and downs of their careers and lives. 
 
THIS episode is even more chock full than most!  (Also, it makes a GREAT introduction to the show for your family and friends! Since you're hanging out with them for the holidays, you might as well get them hooked on the show!)
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Welcome to the 2015 Christmas episode of "The Tony Perkins Show Featuring Gary Stein"!  Our SPECIAL GUEST for this episode is the one, the only....SANTA CLAUS!!! Yes, Santa takes time out of his busy schedule to talk about the true meaning of Christmas. Now, we have to warn you: Tony and Gary seem to have gotten Santa at a fairly bad time, after Santa seemingly had a rough night.  So he's not exactly in a JOLLY mood. But we're airing the interview anyway. JUST MAKE SURE NO CHILDREN HEAR IT!!!
 
Also:  Tony, Gary and Rob exchange gifts; Gary talks about the time he met "Godfather of Soul" James Brown; and the guys play a game of "Jeopardy", but "Alex Trebek" is in just about the worst mood ever!  
 
What's WRONG with these people?! Merry Christmas!
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This special edition of #TPGS features an interview with the founder of Motown Records, Berry Gordy, Jr.!  It is impossible to overstate the profound impact Gordy and Motown Records had on popular culture.  Without Gordy there would be no Smokey Robinson and the Miracles, no Diana Ross and the Supremes, no Temptations, no Four Tops, no Stevie Wonder.  On the occasion of the opening of the hit Broadway musical MOTOWN: The Musical in Washington, D.C., Gordy sits down, along with the show’s director, Charles Randolph Wright, to talk about what it all means.

PLUS, Gary resurrects one of the most popular segments he and Tony used to do on Good Morning America, introducing to you, just in time for Christmas, some of the DUMBEST gift ideas imaginable!  They are hysterical!  (And, Tony has another gift idea that he thinks you’ll really like!)

The interview with Berry Gordy, Jr. and Charles Randolph Wright appears courtesy of Fox 5 in Washington, D.C.

 

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We can honestly say THIS may be the most uproarious episode of our show yet!!!  For one thing, there is DRINKING involved!  Tony's good friend and former college roommate, Rob Garretson, is the author of the wine blog www.winefortherestofus.com. He plays a wine-tasting game with the guys--who ARE NOT DRINKERS--to see how developed their palettes are.  Needless to say, the more they drink, the wilder (and sillier) this show gets!
 
But that's not all!  Rob Ford's mother, Anita, joins us LIVE IN STUDIO for this show! Tony and Gary try to get to the root of why Rob is...well...Rob.  And that gets pretty funny, too.  (Plus, Anita joins in on the wine game!)
 
Also: a gift from Gary to Tony, and another Rob Ford music pick.  This episode is SPECTACULAR!  (Oh...and be sure to listen to the end for maximum "Robness".)
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In this episode, Tony and Gary talk to one of their all-time favorite actors, Tony Roberts, who co-starred in many of Woody Allen's funniest and most celebrated films, including Play It Again, Sam, Annie Hall, Radio Daysand in the dramatic classic Serpico.  Roberts talks openly and fondly about his days with Woody and his storied career, which has also included stints on Broadway in such shows as Play It Again, Sam, Barefoot in the Park, How Now Dow Jones, and Sugar.
 
Also in this episode: Tony has an awkward moment while hosting a gala; Gary and Tony take Rob Ford to task; and classic comedy from Woody Allen!
 
Be sure to check out Tony Robert's new book, Do You Know Me?, which is available on Amazon.  Just click on the Amazon banner at TonyPerkinsShow.com, or on the Tony Perkins Show app!
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On this show, Gary tells an AMAZING story about how he was unexpectedly called into duty recently during an emergency, and how he reacted has Tony calling him a “hero”.  Then, Tony tells a story and shows how he himself….is….well….only heroish.

Also on this episode:  Musician, record producer, and all-around renaissance man MARK HUDSON!  Mark has written for and produced some of the greats, including Aerosmith (he co-wrote their hit “Livin’ on the Edge”), Cher, Ozzy Osbourne, and Ringo Starr!  Plus….he was one of The Hudson Brothers, stars of mid-70s TV and radio (“So You Are a Star”)!  Mark is a great guy and is very, very funny.

Plus:  Another musical selection from Rob Ford; a very nice encounter with Carol Burnett; and a segment called “Why Are People Hatin’ on Phil Collins So Much?” 

It’s ANOTHER fun-filled episode!

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This is a can’t-miss, jam-packed episode, because, sitting in with Tony and Gary is none other than ROBB SPEWAK from “The Mike O’Meara Show”!  Of course, hilarity ensues, as Gary talks about a strange problem his mother is having, and a rather odd coincidence that relates to it; Tony questions the odd emails he’s getting from GQ Magazine; Gary presents another surprising musical find; Tony explains why you won’t see him on this week’s “Good Morning America” 40th anniversary show, and Gary presents a new “Celebrity Encounter” that is right up Robb’s alley!  This one’s jam-packed!  Did we say that already?

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This special episode was recorded right after the completion of the “Two Man March”!  Tony and Gary talk about everything that happened during the march (AND before and after!), and play audio highlights from the event.  They ran into some real characters, and the resulting “documentary” is hysterical!

Plus:  Tony’s busy few weeks; the “World Series on FOX”; and two of your favorite celebrities, Yogi Bear and Don Wrinkles! Yeah!

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In this great, music-heavy Halloween episode, Gary explains how the Grammy nominating process works, and presents a wide variety of music by several largely unknown artists, all of whom are trying to get their music nominated for a Grammy Award!  Among those featured: blues man Benny Turner, saxophonist Katja Reickermann, and R&B sensation Melissa Bailey. ALSO: At the request of frequent listener Bob Fay, we present the FIRST of Rob Ford's music picks!
 
Plus, Tony with news about a HUGE and exciting new Beatles release, and the final preps for "The Two Man March"!
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Last week we featured new music from Darlene Love, one of the all-time great rock-and-roll singers.  THIS WEEK we feature Love herself!  The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee talks about her fantastic new album, “Introducing Darlene Love”, and what it was like working with album producer Steve Van Zandt from The ‘E’ Street Band.  She also talks about her whole career, from her time working with Phil Spector, to her role in the “Lethal Weapon” movies, to her friendships with David Letterman and Paul Shaffer.  It is a wonderful and upbeat chat with a truly special lady!

PLUS:  Gary borrows Tony’s car; Tony has to apologize to some listeners; and “Mike Stone’s Antiquated Expressions”! This episode rocks!

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In this week's rollicking episode: Gary battles with his local cable company, and it actually doesn't turn out like you'd expect!  Plus: FANTASTIC new music from singer Darlene Love; Tony thinks he offended his son's friend; Is Rob losing weight?; and, Gary tells us about his role in the 1981 Sylvester Stallone movie "Nighthawks"!  This show is all over the place!

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For the first time ever on the show, Tony and Gary present a live, in-studio musical performance!  (Not including Tony's best efforts on the harmonica.)  Guitar virtuoso Ben Stein stops by to play a few licks, and make his Dad proud.  (That's right....Ben is Gary's 20-year-old son!  And boy does he play good!)
 
Also:  A NEW edition of the "Real or Fake Movie Game"; Gary takes Ben for an uplifting visit to the National Holocaust Museum; the date for the "Two Man March" is announced; and Tony "bumps into" Al Roker!
 
This episode will be music to your ears!
 
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No, not the MUSICIAN “Dr. John” (Mac Rebennack).  A different  “Dr. John”.  We’ll let Gary tell you who it is.  All we’ll say here is that GARY HAS COMPLETELY SOLD US OUT FOR HIS OWN PURPOSES!

Also:  The amazing DRX9000 (pictured here); bad product names; bad Beatles songs (!); and, the guys select music upcoming “Two Man March”.  And just a heads up: this episode is rated “R”, for language!

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Tony and Gary welcome to the studio one of the top comedians working today, Godfrey!  You may know him from his hosting duties on Fox-TV's reality-game show "Bullseye", or from the IFC series "Benders", or from his hit 2011 Comedy Central special, "Godfrey: Black by Accident".  Godfrey is HYSTERICAL, and is one of the most intelligent and highly-regarded acts in comedy.  What the guys didn't know before meeting him was how perfectly he would fit our show.  It's just crazy!
 
Plus:  Gary gets aggravated; shopping at Sears; and Rob Ford is a bad, bad boy!  This show is.....you guessed it.....chock full!
 
Follow Godfrey on Twitter, @GodfreyComedian, and check out his website, www.godfreycomedian.com!
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Tony quizzes Gary with a NEW game:  “Real, or Fake?”, where Gary has to figure out whether or not the described movies are…real, or fake?  Also, the guys announce a new initiative that they hope will help make the world a better place, with as little work from them as possible!

 

PLUS:  Gary and Tony take on a challenge issued by Mike O’Meara, AND Gary presents some new music!  It’s another chock-full episode!

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There are THOUSANDS of excellent sports-themed podcasts available for your listening pleasure, and the “TPSFGS” is certainly NOT one of them!  That’s why Tony and Gary have brought in two of the top NFL experts in the land to preview the 2015 football season! It’s in-depth analysis that you won’t hear anywhere else! (Especially since Gary knows virtually nothing about football; his questions are…well…let’s just say they’re quirky!)

PLUS: Gary buys a heating pad; the guys call Gary’s mom again so that Tony can critique her screenplay (awkward!); and, another episode of The Extraordinary Origin of Everyday Things! This show is jam-packed!

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This is a special, Beatles-themed edition of the show, for your Labor Day holiday listening pleasure.  In this episode, Tony hosts a new game, called "Beat the Beatles!"  Essentially, the guys vote on which versions of different songs are better: The Beatles' version, or someone else's version?  And joining the guys to play is the one and only May Pang, previous "TTPSFGS" guest, and former companion to John Lennon!  She brings AMAZING insight into the music!
 
Also:  a special command performance of Tong and Gary's interview earlier this year with RINGO STARR, and a cool Beatles cover by the group Cowboy Mouth.  A splendid time is guaranteed for all!
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Tony and Gary are joined by one of their very favorite comedians, the current "Mr. Las Vegas", GEORGE WALLACE!  As you can imagine, George is great fun and is a great guy, as well.  He is so funny!
 
Plus, Gary goes to see "Mission: Impossible, Rogue Nation", but of course has a problem with it; Tony gets a gift from a listener; Gary presents crazy, amazing excerpts from the classic Charles Panati book "The Extraordinary Origin of Everyday Things"; and, Tony's wonderful colleague from Fox 5, Allison Seymour pays a visit.....for a VERY exciting reason!  Enjoy!
 
[For complete info on George Wallace's upcoming appearances, go to www.georgewallace.net.]
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The boys tell us about their summer vacations which, of course, did NOT go off without a hitch!  Tony does battle with an airline company and has an unpleasant experience in a swimming pool, and Gary goes camping, but ONLY as Gary can....and the results are hysterical! 
 
PLUS:  Gary calls his mother and embarrasses Tony, and Tony presents some GREAT musical finds, as suggested by our (wonderful!) listeners!
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Recently, Tony and Gary noticed that SEVERAL guests who have appeared on the show have suddenly had BIG things happen in their careers.  So the natural conclusion that we have come to is:  Tony and Gary are STAR MAKERS!  And in THIS all-new episode, we force these stars to admit it!  On this show:  DONNIE SIMPSON tells us about his long-awaited return to radio (at MAJIC 102.3 in D.C.) and TV (on the TV One cable network); "Fox 5 News Morning" anchor ANNIE YU tells us about her cameo in the movie "PIXELS"; and ANGELA STRIBLING tells us about the expansion of her radio show, "Pillow Talk with Angela", from one night a week to FIVE nights a week (on 96.3 WHUR-FM, and on Sirius/XM Channel 141)!  Aren't these guys doing great?!  Don't they owe us money or something?!
 
PLUS: Laughs galore, as Gary and Tony kiss up to Donnie, Rob Ford "role plays" with Angela, and Annie Yu sings!  This episode is....wait for it....CHOCK FULL!
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Part TWO of our "1st Anniversary Extravaganza" stars Micky Dolenz of The Monkees!!!  Micky talks candidly about the evolution of The Monkees, who were one of the best-selling acts of the '60s.  He also talks about hanging out with The Beatles, his recent sellout shows in New York (and why they scared him so much), and his upcoming concerts (this month!) with fellow Monkee, Peter Tork.
 
HOWEVER, before Tony and Gary talk with Micky, they have an amazing (and crazy!) phone interview with....DONALD TRUMP!  Yes, you read that right.  
 
This episode is NOT TO BE MISSED!
 
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Part ONE of our "1st Anniversary Extravaganza" stars Dawn Wells, better known as "Mary Ann" on "Gilligan's Island"!  Dawn tells wonderful stories about the creation, production, and lasting impact of the show, and answers (or tries to answer) some long-standing questions about the show: For example, why did the Howells and Ginger bring so many changes of clothes on "a three hour tour"?  And, we test Dawn's knowledge of the show with a "Gilligan's Island" trivia quiz!

PLUS (and this is a BIG plus)!  Special guests Robb Spewak and Oscar Santana join in the festivities!  Get ready to Google some really obscure references!!!

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Tony and Gary talk comedy with stand-up great Paul Provenza, host of TV's "The Green Room" and "The Set List", and the director of the great comedy film "The Aristocrats".  Paul gives us great, hilarious inside takes on all of those projects, and the guys get downright serious about the business of making people laugh.  Plus, live stand-up from one of the guys' favorite comedians, the late, great, Mitch Hedberg.  AND.....WHEN does water expire???
 
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They know they're a week late, but Tony and Gary describe their unusual 4th of July weekends; we feature the latest supermarket tabloids, which ALL seem to be predicting the soon-to-occur-deaths of several notable celebrities; Gary tells us about some "Loony Laws" that are (or recently were) still on the books; and Tony brings us NEW music by both Leon Bridges and Dawes!  It's fun galore! 

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The laughs are nearly non-stop in one of our funniest episodes ever! Among the MANY topics covered: Rob Ford describes his VERY bad day; Which of your five senses would you be willing to give up?; Haley Joel Osment; "Forrest Gump"; the NIGHTMARE of the P.E. Locker Room Showers; "Searching for Sugarman"; and Gary's date with Shirley MacLaine's daughter! RoFo fans, you're going to LOVE this one!
 
 
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Our TPGS celebration of Independence Day features inspiring, patriotic words from, arguably, two of our WORST movie presidents ever!  Plus, author and activist Mark Dice hits the streets of California to find out just what people know about why we celebrate Independence Day...and it isn't pretty!  So this inspires Tony and Gary to conduct their first-ever "man on the street" interviews!
 
Also: Mega-Beatles collector Russ Lease tells us about the recently discovered John Lennon guitar that's been missing for 50 years. YOU could possibly buy it! (IF you're EXTREMELY rich!)
 
[See more Mark Dice bits at YouTube.com/MarkDice]
[For more on Russ Lease, check out BeatleSuits.com & FabFourExhibit.com]
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Gary brings in a doctor to help Tony with his bald spot!  Perhaps unsurprisingly, the doctor is NOT of much help!  Also, Gary's writing and acting partner from his Hollywood days, the very funny Sam Ingraffia, joins the guys IN STUDIO; together, Sam and Gary describe what it's like to almost make it in Hollywood.  (In fact, they almost made it SEVERAL times!)  
 
Plus:  The TRUE story of "Sal and Junior", pictured here in their younger days!
 
This episode is humorous AND humiliating!
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This week's show features a cavalcade of stories about awkward, weird, funny, and even sad encounters with the stars, including a new one from one of our listeners. Starring John Belushi, The Grateful Dead, Cal Ripken Jr., Boz Scaggs, Tiny Tim, and Simon and Garfunkel!

Also: Gary's most awkward kiss ever!

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In this episode, Tony reveals something personal that he has not discussed publicly before; needless to say, Gary does not cut him much slack.  
 
Also: "Facebook When You're Dead"; we review MORE Broadcasting supporter Kappy Pfeiffer's list of "Worst Pop Songs EVER!"; Gary teaches us what some common urban expressions really mean in "Dad You Can't Say That!"; and, the boys go bananas!
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The guys talk about how much fun they had at jazz singer Sarah Partridge's gig at Blues Alley in Washington, D.C. and Rob Ford surprises them with a recording from their "comedy" routine from the show!

Plus: Tony's bad parking situation, and Gary presents "Mistakes with Words".

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This UPROARIOUS episode stars the hysterical and ALWAYS game for anything, DANNY BONADUCE! The guy who rose to fame as "Danny Partridge" opens up about EVERYTHING: the marriages, the arrests, and the crazy career - and he's very funny doing it!

Also: Cursing with the kids; How high the sun; Gary loves Tommy Bahama; and a guest appearance from Sarah Partridge!

[The Danny Bonaduce and Sarah Show airs weekdays on 102.5 KZOK-FM in Seattle]

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In his apparent on-going effort to embarrass and humiliate his partner, Gary quizzes Tony yet again, this time with the "Tony Perkins Even HARDER Music Trivia Game".  Let's just say the results aren't pretty!  Plus: a truly odd TV commercial; what your iPhone won't do; gifts for Gary; our first-ever "Embarrassing Celebrity Encounter" from one of our listeners (!); and, sadly, what may be the final update from Rob about his "Date Lab" adventure.
 
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Tony and Gary salute David Letterman, as he steps down from the "Late Show with David Letterman", and ends his 33 years on late night TV on May 20th.  And renowned "TV Guide" critic Matt Roush joins the guys to help put the Letterman era in perspective.
 
Plus: Tony describes a very uncomfortable experience that makes him feel like a creepy old man; Gary tests just how "worldly" Tony is with a new game, "The Worldly World of Tony Perkins"; and both guys present, for your amusement and amazement, the WORST POP SONGS EVER.  You will not believe how bad at least one of these songs is!
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In this uproarious and special episode, broadcasting legend Donnie Simpson sits in with the guys for nearly the entire show.   Donnie spent over 30 years as the KING of D.C. radio, first at WKYS-FM, and then at WPGC-FM.  He was also the original (and best) host of BET's "Video Soul" for nearly 15 years.  Tony was Donnie's morning show producer and on-air sidekick at WKYS for eight years, and this episode marks their first long-form reunion in many, many years.  30 years of friendship and laughter shine through, as Donnie tells amazing and hilarious stories about his years in broadcasting, and his encounters with such stars as Michael Jackson.

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Tony has challenged Gary with movie trivia games on previous episodes. In this show, Gary finally strikes back with "The Tony Perkins REALLY Hard Music Trivia Game"!  And boy, does it live up to it's name!  Plus, an update on Rob Ford's dating life; why Gary smells like candy; and Tony's son Connor calls into the show!  Fun galore!
 
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As boxing fans gear up for the May 2nd 'Mayweather vs. Paquiao' fight in Las Vegas, Tony and Gary talk to former WBU Light Welterweight Champion MICKY WARD.  Ward's story was made famous in the fantastic 2010 film "The Fighter", starring Mark Wahlberg as Ward.  In a very candid (and surprisingly funny) conversation, Ward talks about his career, including his classic 2002-2003 trilogy of fights with Arturo Gatti, his subsequent friendship with Gatti, and the plans to make a sequel to "The Fighter".  Ward also reveals surprising information on how he's doing now, and he weighs in on Mayweather/Paquiao.
 
Oh, yeah, we almost forgot.  Gary and Tony also engage in an uproarious chat about "Blaxploitation" movies, and whether or not there should be a black James Bond.  This episode is rated "Not PC"!  Enjoy!
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Our SPECIAL GUEST for this episode has been, for 50 years, one of the most famous people on the planet. He's "the act you've known for all these years," Mr. RINGO STARR!!! On the occasion of both his April 18th induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a solo artist, and the release of his well-reviewed new album "Postcards From Paradise", Tony and Gary sat down with Ringo in Los Angeles to talk about his amazing life. Our hosts have actually known Ringo personally for fifteen years, and the rapport that the three have with each other makes this conversation a truly special and fun delight.

In addition, Gary and Tony play revealing excerpts from their many interviews with Ringo from over the years, AND describe how cool it was to do the interview at Capitol Records, U.S. home of The Beatles, in one of the most historic recording studios on the planet. PLUS, not to be missed, Gary surprises Tony with a remarkable "gift" from Ringo. It's pretty special.

Enjoy, friends. "A Splendid Time is Guaranteed for All."

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Tony and Gary showcase two more of their favorite interviews with two bold celebrities, Danny Aiello and Charlie Gibson. First, Tony and Gary talk with Gary's unofficial godfather and real Renaissance man: Academy Award nominated actor Danny Aiello. Danny talks candidly about his career as a film, stage, and TV actor, his love of singing, his roles in movies like Do the Right Thing and Moonstruck, and his 40-year-plus friendship with Gary.

Next, Charlie Gibson (who worked with Tony and Gary from 1999-2005 on ABC’s Good Morning America alongside Diane Sawyer and Robin Roberts) spotlights his ingenious wit and rarely seen unmatched sense of humor as Tony and Gary reminisce about compelling moments they shared at GMA (both good and bad) in a wickedly funny, yet honest tone that suggests (in the words of Charlie Gibson) “adversity builds collegiality”.

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Last week's show was all movies, this week's show is all music...and our special guest is none other than jazz singer Sarah Partridge, who just happens to be Gary's lovely wife! Sarah talks about her brand new CD, "I Never Thought I'd Be Here" (available NOW on Amazon), and her inspiration for writing the album.  PLUS, if you think Sarah looks a little bit familiar, wait until you hear what movie she appeared in, and on what TV shows you may have heard her voice on...you won't believe it!  Then, Tony presents some music he thinks we all need to hear, and Gary does the same, in his new (old) segment, "I Hear Dead People".  A real toe-tappin' episode!

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Tony and Gary get to geek out with the nation's #1 movie geek, Kevin McCarthy, of Fox and Friends and Fox 5 in Washington, D.C.! The guys talk all things movies, and Kevin tells about meeting his movie stars and movie-making idols, including Steven Spielberg, who asked Kevin to make a movie for him!!! Also, Kevin previews this year's most talked-about movies (including Furious 7, The Avengers: Age of Ultron, and Entourage). PLUS: Tony informs Gary that the name "Gary" is no longer popular. Another jam-packed show!

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In this CRAZY episode, Gary gives Tony a gift that only a REALLY close friend would dare to give.  (And even then....!!) Plus, riddled with issues, Tony requires yet another visit from renowned West Coast psychiatrist, Dr. Lionel Brunswick. AND....comic/hypnotist FLIP ORLEY stops by to share his wild road to a life of comedy, hypnosis, divorce, and some WILD tattoos! Also: can't we all just get along?

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After Gary's stellar performance in the "Movie Trivia Game" a few weeks ago, we decided to pit Gary against fellow movie trivia expert Robb Spewak - and it's a BATTLE ROYALE! Also, the truth about female anatomy, bizarre addictions, and an 8-year-old Gary has his first celebrity encounter!

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May Pang was John Lennon's girlfriend from late 1973 to early 1975, while Lennon was separated from his wife, Yoko Ono.  In fact, it was Ono who set the two up!  In this warm and illuminating conversation, May describes what the time that Lennon later described as his "Lost Weekend" was really like.  She details just how creative he was during this time (the LPs "Mind Games", "Walls and Bridges", and "Rock and Roll" are from this period).  Even more significantly, she talks about helping Lennon re-establish his relationships with his first son, Julian, and with Paul McCartney.  Amazing stuff!

Also: Tony and Gary talk about the essence of male competition, road-rage, and throwing out your back!

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On the first truly R-rated episode of the show, Tony and Gary welcome Angela Stribling, the gorgeous host of WHUR-FM's "Pillow Talk with Angela", so she can answer their questions....and YOURS (!)....about love, sex, and relationships!  Needless to say, it gets heated AND hysterical--especially when the attention turns to Rob Ford and his questions!  Also:  the healing power of show tunes!  

("Pillow Talk with Angela" can be heard Fridays at midnight on Washington D.C.'s 96.3 WHUR-FM, and Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays at midnight (that's EARLY Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays) on Sirius/XM Channel 141, "HUR Voices".)

Direct download: TONYPERKINSSHOW20150228.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 9:31am EDT

Please don't misread that title.  Rob Ford's Washington Post "Date Lab" date was NOT with CNN's Bill Weir!  However, this episode features BOTH!  First:  Rob fills us in on his big "Date Lab" night out with the lovely "Megan".  Then, Gary and Tony talk to their friend, journalist Bill Weir, about his new CNN series "The Wonder List".  Also, Tony tries to stump Gary with a game of Movie Trivia, AND Tony announces his decision about his cell phone situation.  Stop the presses!

(WATCH Rob and Megan talk about their date at http://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/magazine/foxs-tony-perkins-fretted-about-date-lab-dead-ends-so-we-matched-his-producer/2015/02/05/c8307afc-a7e3-11e4-a2b2-776095f393b2_story.html  READ about the date in the Feb. 22, 2015 edition of "The Washington Post Magazine")

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Category:general -- posted at: 9:47am EDT

Maybe it's because it's Valentine's Day, but Tony and Gary wind up--quite unexpectedly--talking about their relationship and some of the ups and downs they've been through together.  It's rather revealing!  Also: the trouble with today's law students; the secret history of Lysol; Tony's TUBE-tacular television; and Gary has an Uncomfortable Moment with.....a Star's Dog!

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Category:general -- posted at: 9:48am EDT

Rob Ford updates Gary and Tony on his Washington Post "Date Lab" experience; Tony takes his Mom to the doctor, with interesting results; Gary gives Tony a gift that presents him with quite a dilemma; Gary attempts to help Tony with his "issues" by calling a psychiatrist (!!!); and music from Meghan Trainor and....Bing Crosby???

Direct download: TONYPERKINSSHOW20150207.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 6:43am EDT

This episode contains what may be the most unbelievable coincidence EVER.  You'll hear it when Gary and Tony call a.....well, you'll just have to listen to it!  Also, the guys make a pitch to appear in the soon-to-be-shot cheesy SyFy network movie, "Sharknado 3"; Gary has an encounter with a drag queen (!); Tony talks about what it was like to perform in concert with "Donnie and the Revolution"; Gary presents "The 5 Words"; and music from Aretha Franklin.  Plus, a bonus for the die hards!

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Category:general -- posted at: 9:16am EDT

In this episode, Tony and Gary showcase two of their favorite celebrity interviews. First, Tony and Gary talk to David Cassidy in a surprisingly candid and emotional conversation. David opens up about fame and family (including his complicated relationship with his father, actor Jack Cassidy) and his struggle with alcoholism. David was once the biggest teen idol in the world as Keith Partridge on The Partridge Family, and still performs today to sell-out crowds of devoted fans.

Next, Tony and Gary have a hysterical chat with Emmy Award winner, Tom Bergeron, host of ABC’s Dancing with the Stars and America’s Funniest Home Videos! Tom gives the hilariously unexpected inside scoop on those shows plus his time at Hollywood Squares, Good Morning America, FX’s Breakfast Time, and more!

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Category:general -- posted at: 12:03pm EDT

Tony Danza - fresh from the smash opening of his NEW Broadway show, "Honeymoon in Vegas" - talks about the show AND his time on "Taxi" and Who's the Boss?"; plus, Tony Perkins' beef with "Brooklyn Nine-Nine" star Terry Crews; Gary's beef with cemetaries; and music from Mark Ronson, Bruno Mars, Mystikal, and Johnny Cash!

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Category:general -- posted at: 10:49pm EDT

The guys discuss the "Age of the Belfie", and Tony, unfortunately, takes one of his own.  Also: Gary tells about a star-studded party he attended when he was fifteen (!), with special guest ROBB SPEWAK providing the much-needed play-by-play!  Plus: Quirky News, urinal cakes, a listener-suggested "What Were They Thinking?" starring Pat Boone, AND more amazing music from Mike Massé!
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Category:general -- posted at: 6:05pm EDT

Happy New Year!  Tony and Gary kick off 2015 with a free-wheeling, surprising interview with comedian and Saturday Night Live vet Joe Piscopo!  Wait until you hear Joe talk, openly and hilariously, about his personal life!  Also, Gary receives a WONDERFUL gift from Joe Palka--actor, radio host, and husband of Episode #23 guest, Sue Palka--so the guys get him on the phone to thank him (and they talk to Sue again, too)!  Plus: Woody Guthrie's New Year's Resolutions.  Yes, you read that right!

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Category:general -- posted at: 10:26am EDT

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