Adam Carolla Show

Danny Trejo joins Adam at the top of this half of today’s podcast. Adam asks Danny to share his story of growing up in the valley, going to prison, and breaking into showbiz before his 30th birthday. They also talk about maintaining a sense of humor, trying not to squander his potential, and teaching kids to be themselves. Later they discuss reconciling with his father, avoiding prison shanks, and...

At the top of today’s show, Bald Bryan spills his shake all over his gear. The guys discuss whether or not the shake was Vinnie approved, and Adam tells a story about an emergency poop situation. The guys go on to watch a video of people yelling about racism, and Adam takes calls about fear mentality, information overload, and Coronavirus cutting sports funding. Gina then reads news stories about...

Part 2 of today’s podcast opens with news stories about the latest ‘Karen’ freak-outs, more Coronavirus headlines, and Halle Berry’s apology after announcing she was considering playing a trans character. The guys also talk about why Ricky Gervais is still so beloved, and Gina reads a couple more news stories about Patrick Mahomes $500 million contract extension, and the return of Beavis and Butth...

Adam opens today’s podcast talking about wanting Sonny to wrestle. He also talks about safety and parenting, and then takes a call from Jason Whitlock. The guys discuss why you need your own platform, and why people need to stop attacking masculinity, and start embracing the family unit. They then talk about the momentum of the Black Lives Matter movement, and go on to chat about what happens when...

Adam welcomes AJ Baime to the show next, and Adam asks him about his process for writing such entertaining books. AJ then talks about the success of the film ‘Ford V. Ferrari’, and they go on to chat about his latest book, ‘Dewey Defeats Truman’. Other topics of conversation include tearing down statues, actors who are funnier/less funny than you think, and the brilliance of Bryan Cranston. Later,...

As the show opens up, the guys talk about the ‘Hamilton’ phenomenon. They also talk about diversity in Southern California, the problems with living in the past and requesting time machine apologies, and more hypocrisy from our leaders when it comes to enforcing laws. Adam then tells Bryan and Gina about an MMA fight he was watching, and the half wraps up with a round of the Rotten Tomatoes Game....

Adam welcomes actor, filmmaker and humanitarian Sean Penn to the show to talk about Sean’s disaster relief non-profit organization CORE (Community Organized Relief Effort) which is currently administering free COVID-19 tests across the United States. Then Adam tells a story about going out drinking after Loveline one night with Sean’s late Chris Penn. This leads to a discussion about Sean’s father...

At the top of the show Adam talks about visit Jay Leno’s garage with Sonny over the weekend. He also tells the awkward story about his mom that he alluded to last week. The gang also discusses the latest stories in the news including: The incredible amount of fireworks going off in Los Angeles on the 4th, the winners of Nathan’s annual hot dog eating contest, the NBA looking into a tape delay due...

Highlights from the history of The Adam Carolla Show: 1. Jesse Ventura (2011) 2. R. Lee Ermey (2015) 3. Dan Frank (2014) 4. Commander Kirk Lippold (2012) 5. Sgt. Robert Patrick Lewis (2013) 6. Soledad O-Brien (2016) Hosted by Chris Laxamana and Giovanni Giorgio Request clips: Classics@adamcarolla.com TWITTER: https://twitter.com/chrislaxamana https://twitter.com/giovannigiorgio INSTAGRAM: http://i...

At the top of today’s podcast, Adam tells Bryan and Gina about the arrest of Ghislaine Maxwell. They also talk about Sonny’s progress since working around the house, and Adam’s thoughts on people not getting behind the Willy T. Ribbs doc, even in the midst of all the new ‘woke’ culture. The guys then take calls about the new Tom Hanks movie, life in a submarine, and the future of Artificial Intell...

Adam welcomes Travis Pastrana to the show next, and they talk about Travis’ relationship with fear. They go on to discuss how Travis first become interested in riding bikes, slowing things down so you don’t make a mistake, and some of his most impressive stunts. They also talk about their childhood experiences of attempting jumps and taking falls, and Travis talks about combining live stunts and t...

Adam opens today’s podcast talking with Bald Bryan who started his 4th of July vacation early. The guys also talk about how things have changed or not changed since ‘Good Times’, as well as corruption in Chicago. Later, Adam and the gang chat with callers about the mafia, and what the next generation thinks about the military. Author Matthew B. Crawford is on the line next, and the guys talk about...

Part 2 of today’s show opens with Gina reading a news stories about NY cutting $1 billion from their police budget. They also discuss Alyssa Milano blackface controversy, Terry Crews’ latest controversial tweet, and the removal of a Golden Girls episode where they wear mud masks. One last story is about a fight that broke out over social distancing. Be sure to stick around for today’s Good Sports,...

DL Hughley is on the line next, and Adam talks with him about testing positive for Coronavirus after collapsing on stage. The guys then flash back to D.L.’s early days cold calling people for LA Times subscriptions, and working his way through comedy gigs trying to catch a break. Later they talk about Willie T. Ribbs, thoughts on social media, and the current level of social upheaval happening in...

At the top of today’s show, Adam tells the real story of Uncle Ben’s Rice that he recently learned about. He also talks about his recent conversation with Dr. Drew about Coronavirus, and goes on to discuss the importance of switching between being an individual vs. being a statistic. The group also chats about tattoos, and they take calls about ‘the worst day ever’, and which of Adam’s parents he...

Jeff Cesario is on the line next, and Adam talks to him about his life decision to become a comedian, and the new standup/sketch show he’s been working on. Chet Waterhouse then chimes in this week’s Sports Report. Up next, the guys watch a video of Sacha Baron Cohen’s latest publicity stunt. Gina also reads news stories about Cam Newton, Colin Kaepernick, and a new biopic of Aretha Franklin starri...

At the top of today’s show, the guys go through their birthdays to see who shares the date with the best celebs. Ami Horowitz then calls in from New York after just returning from an Occupy City Hall demonstration. He goes on to talk about media malpractice, and the guys commiserate about growing up in North Hollywood. Adam then asks Ami about highlights from his career path, and the guys go on to...

For the second half of the show the gang guesses the prices of various memorabilia in a round of Hollywood-Hand-Me Downs. Next, they comment on news stories including: Ron Jeremy pleading not guilty to 3 counts of sexual assault, the voice actor who plays Cleveland on Family guy stepping down from the role, the term “Master” bedroom getting replaced, and federal stimulus checks going out to deceas...

At the top of the show, Adam welcomes his writing partner Mike Lynch to the program and they talk about their new book I’m Your Emotional Support Animal. Then Adam takes a call from a woman asking about the book and Dawson plays a clip. After that, they take another call from a listener asking about raising children in today’s climate. Before they wrap the first half, Dan Dunn joins the show as th...

Highlights from the history of The Adam Carolla Show: 1. Alonzo Bodden on Al the Landlord (2009) 2. George Takei on Japanese internment camps (2009) 3. Bryan Cranston and Dean Norris of Breaking Bad (2010) 4. Johnny Knoxville (2010) 5. Listener Calls + Rotten Tomatoes (2015) Hosted by Chris Laxamana and Giovanni Giorgio Request clips: Classics@adamcarolla.com TWITTER: https://twitter.com/chrislaxa...

Gina starts Part 2 with the latest on NASCAR’s investigation into the Bubba Wallace noose controversy. They also talk more about Ahmaud Arbery, and Camille Cosby publicly speaking for the first time in six years. Other news stories include the Dixie Chicks changing the name of their band, Splash Mountain getting a makeover, and the National Anthem possibly being replaced for being problematic. Lat...

Today’s podcast opens with a health update from Bald Bryan. Adam then talks about his doc Uppity not getting into Sundance, and the guys go on to chat with callers about why they had such great Father’s Days. Joe Collins then calls in, and Adam talks with him about running against Maxine Waters, the terrible school system in California, and why Joe is running as a Republican. Before the break, the...

To begin Part 2, Gina reads news stories about Ahmaud Arbery, Mel Gibson, and Chris D’Elia. Other stories include Brooklyn 99 scrapping their first 4 episodes to start over the season, cop characters and vehicles being removed from Fortnite, and Coronavirus hospitalizations continuing to rise. In contrast, she reads another story that says there has not been a spike in numbers as a result of recen...

At the top of the show, Adam talks about technical issues, and the flip flop challenge. He also announces he was ranked #12 in sales on Amazon, and talks about not having two modes. The group also discusses the recent Bubba Wallace noose controversy, and then Adam welcomes both Frank Caliendo and John Holmberg to the podcast. Adam asks them about their cavalcade of impressions, and doing morning r...

As Part 2 begins, Gina reads a news stories about CHOP in Seattle, which reminds Adam about his brilliant Attack Crow plan. They also discuss Bill Cosby’s appeal, Ron Jeremy’s rape charges, and the death of movie producer Steve Bing. Later they react to stories about episodes of 30 Rock featuring blackface becoming unavailable, and Jeff Ross denying allegations about sexual misconduct with a minor...