IS THIS ON? - Broadcast on KMKR (99.9 FM/Tucson)

Dom DiTolla, a local Tucson comedy favorite drops by to share BIG NEWS about his move to Nashville.  As we wish Dom all the best he shares his comedy journey in the Old Pueblo from open mics to headlining.  Plus, Dom brings along his own cast of characters from Robin Williams to his alter ego, the ravishing Dominique.  Don't miss this chance to say farewell to a Tucson treasure. &nb...

We check in with comedy road warrior Will Abeles as he passes through Tucson again to host at Laffs this weekend.  Find out first hand what getting back on the road is like post pandemic.  ITO Investigates uncovers another day of cell phone messages from the seized phone of Rudy Giuliani.  Dave shares some ideas for speeding up baseball.  Chit chat about new mics and showcases...

Comedy is springing up all over Tucson!  Dave and Phil take a look at all the new showcases and returning open mics in the Tucson area post pandemic.  We look at the CNN documentary "The Story of Late Night".  ITO Investigates reveals more recorded messages from Rudy Guliani's cell phone messages.

ITO returns to the beautifully remodeled KMKR studios for the first time in over a year.  We look at Special days in May.  Dave and Phil review highlights of the Oscar awards and take a deep dive into the comedy and film careers of the hilarious Lucas Brothers.  ITO Investigative Reports uncovers the voice mail messages from Rudy Guliana's cell phone which was seized by the FBI. &nb...

Dave and Phil welcome the baseball season with a review of some great baseball films.  We replay a classic ITO comic interview with Tucson comic Dom DiTolla.   Wisdom from the 2000 year old man.  Plus we look at the Open mic calendar of events.

Stand Up comedy returns live and in person. Dave and Phil visit Tucson’s newest comedy Open Mic at Catalina Craft Pizza. We chat with producers Kenny Schied and Coy along with proprietor Tony Jacobsen. Plus we take a look at baseball films and new comedy books.

ITO takes a look at Tucson Comedy Open Mics that are currently operating.  Dave and Phil visit with a sometimes awake Al Pacino to discuss the Golden Globes controversy.  We remember the late Patrice O'neill and review a new documentary about him.  NuPBIcbRHxmlRAfGzf4W

Dave and Phil welcome Ted Cruz back from Can Cun along with mean thoughts on the passing of Rush Limbaugh.  A visitor from the East pays tribute to Black History Month.  News of a free weekly on-line comedy event Girls Night In and IS THIS ON welcomes a new sponsor Craycroft Airlines.

Dave and Phil are back for our first live show of Season Two with ITO new staff announcer formerly host of NBCs Tea Time Movie, Art Fern.  Art shares memories of his Tonight Show days and looks ahead to working on IS THIS ON?  We scour the the Super Bowl commercials for comedy and review any costume malfunctions.  Plus we preview special days in February.

Dave reviews special days in October; James Carville predicts the 2020 election results; Dr. Tony Fauci gives an update on the coronovirus task force.  Plus news of a commemorative Presidential chess set.

Dave and Phil share some of the funniest moments of 2020 from tv, film and podcasts.  We celebrate Ali Musa as Tucson Weekly's selection for local comic of the year.    Plus we highlight some stand up special gems of 2020 including Sara Povitsky and Nattalie Palamides as Nate.  

Dave and Phil look back at significant events from the year 2020.  We also take a look back at the time in 1968 when Harry Belafonte hosted the Tonight Show and how it all connected with the Chicago 7 trial and reminds us of current events.  Plus, Dave almost does his Truman Capote impersonation.

Dave and Phil share Thanksgiving memories including a special look back at that fateful day in 1963 when JFK was assassinated.  We remember comedian Vaughn Meader and his landmark "First Family" record album.  Plus, we look at the newly released documentary about the late John Belushi and a new HBO show for Conan O'brien.

Freshly brewed politcal humor and analysis with Dave and Phil as they review Joe Biden's journey to President-Elect with Democratic strategist James Carville.  Plus , by way of seance, we contact the spirit of Richard Nixon who offers Trump his advice on moving forward.  A look at special days in November and much more. OicF8JzlIwiFIUxmKOWr

Hail to the chief...President Trump calls into the show.  Dave does a deep historical dive into the many comparisons of Lincoln and Trump.  A sneak peek into the new Borat film.

Dave and Phil take the 2000 decade quiz.  A preview of special days in October.  Plus, James Carville on debate prparation.  Your chance to help select Trump nicknames for Joe Biden to use against the Donald.

Dave and Phil are joined by political strategist James Carville who offers Joe Biden potential nicknames to call Trump during the upcoming Presidential debates.  Dave reviews special days in September and we mourn the passing of Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Tom Seaver.

Dave Margolis and Phil Gordon review highlights of the convention including the attempted lighter moments from host Julia Louis Dreyfuss.  Plus, an ITO exclusive interview with former President Bill Clinton who discusses his plans for DNC week.  Arizona comedian Stuart Preston performs stand up on the ITO Clean Comedy stage.  More Presidential firsts and an inside look at Dave's dna...

Dave and Phil visit with America's favorite cardboard fan, Jerry Delgado; Dr. Anthony Fauci calls in from an undisclosed location; and ITO reviews the brand new Comedy Central special by Ester Povitsky.

IS THIS ON? On the next IS THIS ON Podcast with Phil and Dave, we chat with Dr. Murray Wilensky, who administered the Cognitive Assessment Test to Donald Trump… PHIL: Did the President really answer “Person Woman Man Camera TV”? DR WILENSKY: That’s right, Phil. Unfortunately, the question we asked was “What’s half of six?” Plus, James Carville's diary and we look at comedy and baseball and therefo...

IS THIS ON? Join Dave Margolis and Phil Gordon with our special guests Bob Dylan and Dr. Anthony Fauci.  

IS THIS ON? S1, EP 11 - recorded July 4, 2020 on KMKR 99.9 FM/Tucson, AZ  We introduce a new feature--Updated Nursery Rhymes! *** Little Jack Horner hung out on the corner But he refused to mask it Little Jack Horner is back in the corner That’s where they placed his casket *** Join Dave Margolis and Phil Gordon as we celebrate Carl Reiner, look at Special Days in July, and dip into James Car...

Let's turn back the clock to January 1,  2020 for highlights of a fun event...the 137th Annual Tucson New Years Day Parade.  Phil and Dave are on the sidelines to report on the activities.  Visits from celebrity guests include President Jimmy Carter; Senator Bernie Sanders Al Pacino, and Sean Connery.