Nobody Listens to Paula Poundstone

Is laughter contagious? Are contagions funny? UCLA biologist Dr Oliver Fregosa comes by to spread the word about containing the spread. Also: We’ve got a fresh crate of weird Kit-Kat flavors from Japan. Like “bean sandwich.” And “wasabi.” Are they tasty? Or even edible? Let’s find out. Guest Dr. Oliver Fregoso Assistant Professor of Microbiology, Immunology, and Molecular Genetics UCLA http://www....

Oddly enough, the kids today are getting really into houseplants, and we want in. Expert Danae Horst (founder of the boutique “Folia Collective”) comes by to instruct us in the fine art of “not killing plants.” Also, Toni Anita Hull takes a vacation, leaving Adam, Paula, and our “Mailbag” segment in the hands of Bonnie “Captain Crinkle” Burns! GUEST Danae Horst (pronounced HURST) Founder of LA-Bas...

How’s your password game? Are they all your pet’s name followed by “1?” Thought so. Cyber Defense Group CEO Lou Rabon drops by to drop cyber security knowledge on us. Plus, Paula secretly tests Fabletics’ claim that they’ll make her “cute and confident.” GUEST Lou Rabon Founder and CEO, Cyber Defense Group https://www.cdg.io/   HOUSE BAND Andrae Alexander http://andraealexander.com/   Learn more a...

Is Paula’s safe... safe? If not, why can’t she get it open? Southern California Safe Company’s Paul Gordon comes to help us get into Paula’s safe and - if possible - the vault at the Bellagio. Also, Paula and Adam (and some lovestruck callers) struggle with Valentine’s Day, and we give a shout-out to our listenership in the United Arab Emirates. No, really! Guest Paul Gordon Strategic Alliance Man...

Poetry is making a big comeback among young people - what’s behind the latest poetic revival? And what exactly IS poetry? Noted poet and UCLA professor Harryette Mullen breaks it down for us. And speaking of high art - we have some fantastic new theme songs!   Guest Harryette Mullen Professor of English, UCLA American poet, short story writer, and literary scholar House Band Aedan MacDonnell Celti...

What were our ancestors really like? What’s more accurate, “Clan of the Cave Bear” or “The Flintstones?” USC biological anthropologist Kris Carlson throws us a few bones of knowledge. Plus, the surprise (and not entirely welcome) launch of our 100th Caller Contest. GUEST Kris Carlson Professor of Clinical Integrative Anatomical Sciences Keck Medicine, USC  Website: www.paleosciences.usc.edu/events...

One of our favorite guests, allergist Dr. Marc Meth makes his triumphant return, this time to explain the common cold and why there seems to be no cure. Also: Paula at the DMV, a fantastic vocabulary song from a listener, and we dip into our trusty mailbag. GUEST Dr. Marc Meth Board Certified Allergist Century City Allergy Website: http://www.centurycityallergy.com HOUSE BAND Steven Solomon Keytar...

If the universe is constantly expanding, why isn’t Poundstone Industries? Michael Chasalow, founder of USC’s Small Business Clinic comes by to tell Paula how to grow her little shop. Also - we learn that apparently our business IS booming in Canada!  GUEST: Professor Michael Chasalow Director and Founder of the Small Business Clinic at USC Gould School of Law https://gould.usc.edu/faculty/?id=328...

Paula and Adam explore their inevitable demises with mortician/activist Caitlin Doughty. Also we open our mailbag, and test Advantage Rubber Bands’ claim that they “hold our world together.” Guest Caitlin Doughty Mortician, Activist & Author Website: caitlindoughty.com Instagram: @thegooddeath Twitter: @thegooddeath YouTube: Order of the Good Death House band William Nakamura, tuba Email us! Nobod...

Based on our highly scientific poll (okay, we asked people on social media) we’ve determined your absolute favorite moments from 2019! Will Captain Crinkle’s struggles with iTunes end before the ball drops? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Paula and Adam weigh in on the great debate of our time: Is “Die Hard” a Christmas movie? House band William Nakamura tuba Website: westwoodbrass.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You wanna rock the vote? Here in America, increasingly, the vote rocks YOU. USC Professor Franita Tolson stops by to discuss that increasingly endangered species, our right to vote. Plus, we’ve got songs! Both a vocabulary song and the brand new “Ballad of Captain Culpepper.” GUEST Franita Tolson Professor of Law Vice Dean for Faculty and Academic Affairs USC Gould School of Law Twitter: @ProfTols...

What have trees done for us lately? And are palm trees imposters? To answer the deep foliage-related questions, we turn to Tree People’s director of operations, Jim Hardie. He’s basically part Lorax and part Ent. Also, it looks like another European c Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Paula's been trying to expand her vocabulary for a year now. Why won't the new words take? And why do certain "bad words" linger? Linguist Dr. David Goldstein from UCLA is here to explain it all. And we unbox this Christmas' hot toy: The Blume Doll. Plus  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nobody Listens to Paula Poundstone is a comedy field guide to life, or at least a set of IKEA assembly instructions. Where else can you find advice on topics from "How To Keep a Friend" to "How To Translate Your Verizon Bill?" Or even "What do I do if I encounter a Bear" and "Should I Get a Penis Piercing?" Paula and her co-host Adam Felber bring on leading expert guests and use their unique comed...

Nobody Listens to Paula Poundstone is a comedy field guide to life, or at least a set of IKEA assembly instructions. Where else can you find advice on topics from "How To Keep a Friend" to "How To Translate Your Verizon Bill?" Or even "What do I do if I encounter a Bear" and "Should I Get a Penis Piercing?" Paula and her co-host Adam Felber bring on leading expert guests and use their unique comed...

Nobody Listens to Paula Poundstone is a comedy field guide to life, or at least a set of IKEA assembly instructions. Where else can you find advice on topics from "How To Keep a Friend" to "How To Translate Your Verizon Bill?" Or even "What do I do if I encounter a Bear" and "Should I Get a Penis Piercing?" Paula and her co-host Adam Felber bring on leading expert guests and use their unique comed...

Nobody Listens to Paula Poundstone is a comedy field guide to life, or at least a set of IKEA assembly instructions. Where else can you find advice on topics from "How To Keep a Friend" to "How To Translate Your Verizon Bill?" Or even "What do I do if I encounter a Bear" and "Should I Get a Penis Piercing?" Paula and her co-host Adam Felber bring on leading expert guests and use their unique comed...

Nobody Listens to Paula Poundstone is a comedy field guide to life, or at least a set of IKEA assembly instructions. Where else can you find advice on topics from "How To Keep a Friend" to "How To Translate Your Verizon Bill?" Or even "What do I do if I encounter a Bear" and "Should I Get a Penis Piercing?" Paula and her co-host Adam Felber bring on leading expert guests and use their unique comed...

Nobody Listens to Paula Poundstone is a comedy field guide to life, or at least a set of IKEA assembly instructions. Where else can you find advice on topics from "How To Keep a Friend" to "How To Translate Your Verizon Bill?" Or even "What do I do if I encounter a Bear" and "Should I Get a Penis Piercing?" Paula and her co-host Adam Felber bring on leading expert guests and use their unique comed...

Nobody Listens to Paula Poundstone is a comedy field guide to life, or at least a set of IKEA assembly instructions. Where else can you find advice on topics from "How To Keep a Friend" to "How To Translate Your Verizon Bill?" Or even "What do I do if I encounter a Bear" and "Should I Get a Penis Piercing?" Paula and her co-host Adam Felber bring on leading expert guests and use their unique comed...

Nobody Listens to Paula Poundstone is a comedy field guide to life, or at least a set of IKEA assembly instructions. Where else can you find advice on topics from "How To Keep a Friend" to "How To Translate Your Verizon Bill?" Or even "What do I do if I encounter a Bear" and "Should I Get a Penis Piercing?" Paula and her co-host Adam Felber bring on leading expert guests and use their unique comed...

Nobody Listens to Paula Poundstone is a comedy field guide to life, or at least a set of IKEA assembly instructions. Where else can you find advice on topics from "How To Keep a Friend" to "How To Translate Your Verizon Bill?" Or even "What do I do if I encounter a Bear" and "Should I Get a Penis Piercing?" Paula and her co-host Adam Felber bring on leading expert guests and use their unique comed...

Nobody Listens to Paula Poundstone is a comedy field guide to life, or at least a set of IKEA assembly instructions. Where else can you find advice on topics from "How To Keep a Friend" to "How To Translate Your Verizon Bill?" Or even "What do I do if I encounter a Bear" and "Should I Get a Penis Piercing?" Paula and her co-host Adam Felber bring on leading expert guests and use their unique comed...

Nobody Listens to Paula Poundstone is a comedy field guide to life, or at least a set of IKEA assembly instructions. Where else can you find advice on topics from "How To Keep a Friend" to "How To Translate Your Verizon Bill?" Or even "What do I do if I encounter a Bear" and "Should I Get a Penis Piercing?" Paula and her co-host Adam Felber bring on leading expert guests and use their unique comed...