Dave & Ethan's 2000" Weird Al Podcast

In Chapter 8 of their ‘ WEIRD: The Al Yankovic Story’ Stories series, Dave and Ethan premiere their final interview with UHJeff Nucera recounting his second day on the set of WEIRD: The Al Yankovic Story back in February 2022. Jeff talks about what he did and what he saw as a background actor for the awards show scenes, including his green screen work and a special Easter egg he included in the fi...

To celebrate the second anniversary of the WEIRD: The Al Yankovic Story world premiere, Dave and Ethan share their interview with UHJeff Nucera who speaks about his experience as a background actor on the set of the film in Chapter 7 of their ‘ WEIRD: The Al Yankovic Story’ Stories series. Recorded and then locked away in February 2022 until now, Jeff shares all the details from his first day on t...

Dave and Ethan welcome "Polkamania!" animator Ryan Krzak (aka RWappin) to talk about officially working with Weird Al nearly two decades after creating the beloved fan-made Flash animation videos for "Albuquerque" and "Everything You Know Is Wrong" on Newgrounds. ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, and fandom of “Weird Al” Yankovi...

Dave and Ethan discuss Ethan's recent trip to Tulsa, OK to visit locations used in Weird Al's 1989 film UHF for the 35th anniversary. In addition to sharing what the locations look like 36 years after the filming, they discuss tips, tricks and suggestions for anyone planning their own visit to these historic landmarks. ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all fac...

Dave and Ethan remember Weird Al super-fan Joe Jaffa who passed away at the age of 33. In his short life, Joe changed the lives and touched the hearts of countless people through his incredible kindness and humor. Dave and Ethan celebrate Joe's life by speaking with his cousin Rob Kutner and playing messages left by some of Joe's friends. ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast...

Dave and Ethan welcome celebrated comedy musician and Dr. Demento sidekick Susan "Sulu" Dubow to the podcast! Not only has Sulu known Weird Al for over four decades, she is featured on early Weird Al recordings and has contributed many songs that aired on The Dr. Demento Show ! ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, and fandom of “We...

Dave and Ethan recap their trip to California, including their San Diego Comic-Con panel with the Weird Al-Gorithm podcast about Weird Al's TV songs, and their star-studded 5th anniversary party and WEIRD: The Al Yankovic Stor y screening. ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, and fandom of “Weird Al” Yankovic . Hosted by Dave “Elvi...

Dave and Ethan welcome Kevin Healey, the co-writer of Weird Al's 1996 Disney Channel special, "Weird Al" Yankovic: There's No Going Home . Now a seasoned television producer known for his extensive work with Kevin Hart and prank TV shows, Kevin shares how he was chosen to write the special, the process of writing with Weird Al, and how Ed McMahon wasn't originally part of the special.  Plus Matt K...

Headline News Special Report #14: "Weird Al" Yankovic shared news today that he will be releasing a new single and music video this coming Friday July 19, 2024. ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, and fandom of “Weird Al” Yankovic . Hosted by Dave “Elvis” Rossi and Ethan Ullman , two Weird Al super fans, collectors, and historians...

Dave and Ethan interview best-selling author Nancy Thompson about her date with Weird Al nearly 40 years ago. Nancy details winning the date via a radio contest, the date itself, where Weird Al took her, and answers the question we all want to know - did she get a kiss from Mr. Yankovic? ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, and fan...

Dave and Ethan welcome Allie Goertz to the podcast!  Not only does Allie list Weird Al as a main influence for her music, she is a featured background actor in WEIRD: The Al Yankovic Story , a former editor at MAD Magazine , the subject of a Nerf Herder song, and a nerdy musician who pays homage to Milhouse, D&D , Pee-wee Herman, Freaks and Geeks and all of her favorite things! Her brand new album...

Dave and Ethan conclude their interview with Weird Al pinball Creative Directors Stephen Silver and Michael Ocean. They share more on the process of creating Multimorphic's Weird Al’s Museum of Natural Hilarity pinball game, address a loophole they closed in one of the exhibit halls, and share even more hidden Easter eggs! ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all...

Dave and Ethan welcome the Co-Creative Directors & Game Designers of the official Weird Al pinball machine - Stephen Silver and Michael Ocean! In this first part of their interview, Stephen and Michael discuss the origins of Weird Al’s Museum of Natural Hilarity , the approval process with Weird Al, and more about Multimorphic's P3 Pinball Platform. Dave and Ethan are also visited by Jordan Cooper...

Dave and Ethan recap Ethan's trip to BIG Slick '24 - the charity event that Weird Al donated his time to in Kansas City, Missouri - that featured a celebrity softball game, a star-studded show and celebration, and tons of celebrities - including Paul Rudd, Travis Kelce, Sheryl Crow, and dozens more! ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, car...

Dave and Ethan conclude their interview with JM Kehoe III, the Prop Master for WEIRD: The Al Yankovic Story ! JM shares secrets of creating and acquiring the props for the film, how he nearly died making one of the props, and a touching tribute to his friend who worked on the film but tragically passed after filming. ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facet...

Dave and Ethan interview the Prop Master for WEIRD: The Al Yankovic Story , JM Kehoe III! JM chronicles his early career which included working on Indiana Jones and with Martin Scorsese - and shares incredible stories behind some of the iconic props from Weird Al's Emmy Award-winning film in part one of this interview. ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all fac...

Dave and Ethan celebrate 5 years of the podcast and share the exciting news and happenings from attending a screening of WEIRD: The Al Yankovic Story , and accompanying Q&A with director Eric Appel and drag legend Nina West, at the Gateway Film Center in Columbus, OH. ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, and fandom of “Weird Al” Ya...

Dave and Ethan welcome Kenneth Guinup and Jon "Bermuda" Schwartz from the recent episode of Collector's Call on MeTV about Kenneth's bodacious Weird Al collection. They share stories from that day, and let us in on some fun behind the scenes conversations and interactions.  Plus, months after filming, does Kenneth regret his trade decision? ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podca...

Dave and Ethan welcome the host of Collector's Call on MeTV, Lisa Whelchel ( The Facts of Life , Survivor: Philippines ), and Mike Schmiedeler, the show's co-creater and Executive Producer!  Lisa and Mike talk about the upcoming April 21st episode of Collector's Call that features the Weird Al collection of super fan Kenneth Guinup, and Weird Al expert Jon "Bermuda" Schwartz! ABOUT Since 2019, Dav...

Dave and Ethan unearth Ethan's interview with Jon "Bermuda" Schwartz from nearly 13 years ago - where Bermuda shares fun facts and stories from his then 31 years as Weird Al's drummer! ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, and fandom of “Weird Al” Yankovic . Hosted by Dave “Elvis” Rossi and Ethan Ullman , two Weird Al super fans, co...

Dave and Ethan interview Janet Greek, the director behind "Ricky," Weird Al's first-ever music video!  Janet speaks about her time on set with Weird Al, as well as her time working on Babylon 5 , Max Headroom , and the other aspects of her extensive career. ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, and fandom of “Weird Al” Yankovic . Ho...

Dave and Ethan welcome comedy legend Robert Smigel to the podcast to discuss his brand new special, "Let's Make a Poop," featuring Weird Al, now on YouTube. In addition to decades portraying Triumph the Insult Comic Dog, his work on Saturday Night Live and the TV Funhouse cartoons, he recently wrote and directed the Adam Sandler film, Leo, on Netflix. Check out Triumph's new special featuring Weir...

Dave and Ethan are joined by Wendy Benbrook - Costume Designer for WEIRD: The Al Yankovic Story and long-time costume designer for the iconic rock band KISS. In addition to her work with Weird Al, Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley and on MADtv , Wendy is currently touring with the legendary Rod Stewart! ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career...

Dave and Ethan are joined by Makeup Department Head from WEIRD: The Al Yankovic Story , Kat Bardot! Kat talks about working with Daniel Radcliffe, the toughest effect in the film, and her amazing career working on such projects as Better Call Saul , Drunk History , and Reno 911! ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, and fandom of “W...

Dave and Ethan are joined by musician Julian Velard to speak about his newest album, In the Middle of Something , that features Weird Al on one of the tracks. Plus musicians Andrew Berg (The What Nows?!) and Mike Huff (BEES!) join from their upcoming Weird Al ska/punk tribute album, Rudy Reboots WEIRD: A ska/punk tribute to Al Yankovic .  Tune in to hear all about these great new Weird Al-related...