CBR Extras Podcast

In this episode, longtime hosts Jeff and Greg reflect on their experiences at a recent improv comedy show, discussing the nuances of improv, group games, and comedic timing. They review the structure and delivery of a pharmaceutical parody sketch about cocaine, exchanging ideas for how to elevate the humor and tighten the script. The discussion covers both the challenges and rewards of live comedy...

In this postshow, hosts Jeff, Greg, and Shannon discuss the NFL draft's cultural impact in Pittsburgh and explore NASA's Artemis program, blending humor and personal anecdotes in an engaging dialogue about local pride and space exploration.

Jeff and Greg discuss improv techniques, the evolution through UCB courses, famous comedians, and a deep dive into comedy crowd work. The episode opens with a review of Give Up Hazy IPA from East End Brewing and features stories about upcoming shows and gifts, before dissecting callback mechanics in improv and the importance of crowd work in comedy.

In this post-show episode, Jeff, Greg, and Shannon explore cocktails and delve into skepticism, the scientific method, and philosophical musings. They share stories about home improvements, reptile care, and power failures. The crew discusses favorite movies, touching on recent Oscar nominees, sitcoms, and cultural touchstones. No beers are reviewed; the drinks focused on are cocktails. The episod...

Jeff, Greg, and Shannon discuss tech glitches, personal updates, Olympic highlights, and quirky snacks in this lighthearted pre-show, blending anecdotes with reflections on competition and growth.

Hosts Jeff, Greg, and Shannon dive into a humorous postshow with unique food tastings like yam cake and preserved duck eggs, blending playful banter, cultural discussions, and a "marry, fuck, kill" game with snacks, highlighting their camaraderie.

In episode 5.31, Jeff, Greg, and Shannon debate favorite films like "Die Hard" vs. "The Breakfast Club," share humorous adulting stories, and discuss home maintenance, all while highlighting their strong friendship.

In episode 531's postshow, hosts Jeff, Greg, and Shannon humorously debate pâté, MSG myths, and 80s music, while discussing classic films like "Die Hard" and "Back to the Future," blending wit and camaraderie throughout their lively conversation.

Hosts Jeff, Greg, and Shannon share humor and camaraderie as they discuss pop culture, personal stories, and recommendations like the "Dungeon Crawler Carl" audiobook, along with homemade gin and binge-worthy shows.

In episode 529, hosts Jeff, Greg, and Shannon enjoy cocktails while humorously discussing cooking tips, personal anecdotes, and societal trends like custom emojis and TikTok shopping, creating a lighthearted atmosphere.

This episode examines the latest Superman film directed by James Gunn, focusing on its lighter tone, character depth, and a hopeful portrayal of Superman. It discusses pacing issues, superhero rights, and concludes with a fun game of Taboo.

This episode examines the Last Word cocktail and green chartreuse's complexity, a blind tasting, personal reflections on grief, and celebrates community through joyful karaoke memories.

The episode details a trip to Asheville, featuring Cooper's stand-up debut, comedic chaos after returning home, discussions on the Trolley Problem, and a fun karaoke night in Boston.

The episode explores cultural differences from a trip to South Korea, insights on eukaryotes, and philosophical musings on politics, mixed with humor and personal reflections.

The episode humorously explores rambutan's flavor, corporate life post-acquisition, storytelling critiques, the Bulwer-Lytton Contest, and AI's impact on academics, wrapping up with reflections on climate change.

Greg and Jeff analyze early 2000s tech predictions, highlighting the gap between forecasts like solar power and current realities. They critique society's relationship with technology, urging skepticism towards ambitious claims and cultural narratives.

The episode examines Trump's impact on the GOP, the search for an anti-Trump candidate, and reflects on Radiohead's "OK Computer." It introduces the Hairy Ball Theorem, discusses tactile learning, and addresses AI limitations and polarized beliefs.

Discussion on Star Wars themes, God, AI, tech, music genres, Cybertruck, classic cars, concerts, and favorite music.

Exploring beer, infused drinks, TV storytelling, humor styles, comedy, veganism, shock value, TV genres, music television, color theory, allyship, and content recommendations.

Exploring Trump's appeal, leadership, AI reliability, self-awareness, and collaborative problem-solving. Includes discussions on human patterns, political unpredictability, puzzles, truth-seeking, idioms, and cultural sayings.

In this conversation, we talk about board games, role-playing characters, and idioms. We dive into the meaning and cultural context of idioms, laugh at nonsensical ones, and share more jokes. Stay tuned for the next episode!

This episode covers fraud in crypto, SpaceX boosters, Israel's history, blacksmithing, driving experiences, video games, reptiles, and appreciates listeners. A captivating conversation with diverse perspectives on various topics.

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This episode covers tides, 0.9999 repeating equaling 1, Ig Nobel Awards, memory, false memories, experiments, spotted lanternflies, and lively banter. Entertaining and informative.

This episode covers a variety of topics like pet stories, AI, flavor combinations, black holes, politics & life as a competition. Join for insights, anecdotes & humorous moments.