Bonus Bang: Jason Mantzoukas, Jon Gabrus, Paul F. Tompkins (Essential Andrew Lloyd Webber)
Digest
Scott Aukerman and Jason Mantzoukas welcome Andrew Lloyd Webber to Comedy Bang Bang, kicking off the episode with a discussion about the show's catchphrase and the origins of its selection process. They then introduce the intern, Gino Lombardo, who is running the boards for the episode. The conversation takes a turn as Jason reveals a recent breakfast mishap that left him with a burnt lip, leading to a discussion about the importance of family and the new Furious movie. The episode then delves into a discussion about the cultural appropriation of hip-hop by wealthy white people in New York City, with Jason expressing his dislike for Lin-Manuel Miranda and Hamilton. The conversation then shifts to the topic of musical theater, with Andrew Lloyd Webber sharing his experiences with the disastrous Isle of Wight musical theater festival, which featured multiple musicals happening concurrently on different stages. The episode concludes with a discussion about the origins of the show's catchphrase and the importance of family. Jason then takes over as host and they play a game of Would You Rather, with Andrew Lloyd Webber revealing his love for jewels and gold and his experience as a babysitter for Princess Diana.
Outlines
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Introduction and Catchphrase
This Chapter introduces the hosts, Scott Aukerman and Jason Mantzoukas, and the guest, Andrew Lloyd Webber. They discuss the show's catchphrase and how it is selected. They also introduce the intern, Gino Lombardo, who is running the boards for the episode.
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Breakfast Mishap and Family
This Chapter features Jason Mantzoukas recounting a recent breakfast mishap that left him with a burnt lip. The conversation then shifts to the importance of family and the new Furious movie.
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Cultural Appropriation and Musical Theater
This Chapter delves into a discussion about the cultural appropriation of hip-hop by wealthy white people in New York City. Jason expresses his dislike for Lin-Manuel Miranda and Hamilton. The conversation then shifts to the topic of musical theater, with Andrew Lloyd Webber sharing his experiences with the disastrous Isle of Wight musical theater festival.
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Jason Takes Over as Host
This Chapter features Jason Mantzoukas taking over as host and playing a game of Would You Rather with Andrew Lloyd Webber. Andrew Lloyd Webber reveals his love for jewels and gold and his experience as a babysitter for Princess Diana.
Keywords
Comedy Bang Bang
Comedy Bang Bang is a long-running comedy podcast hosted by Scott Aukerman. The show features a variety of guests, including comedians, actors, musicians, and other personalities. The show is known for its improvisational nature and its absurdist humor.
Andrew Lloyd Webber
Andrew Lloyd Webber is a British composer and lyricist known for his work in musical theater. He is one of the most successful composers of all time, with his musicals having been seen by over 1 billion people worldwide. Some of his most famous works include The Phantom of the Opera, Cats, Evita, and Jesus Christ Superstar.
Isle of Wight
The Isle of Wight is a large island off the south coast of England. It is known for its beautiful beaches, its rolling countryside, and its many festivals, including the Isle of Wight Festival, which is one of the largest music festivals in the world.
Musical Theater
Musical theater is a form of theater that combines music, singing, dancing, and acting. It is a popular form of entertainment, with many famous musicals being performed around the world. Some of the most famous musicals include The Phantom of the Opera, Les Misérables, and The Lion King.
Catchphrase
A catchphrase is a short, memorable phrase that is often used by a particular person or group. Catchphrases are often used in comedy, advertising, and politics. Some famous catchphrases include "I'm lovin' it" (McDonald's), "Just do it" (Nike), and "Make America Great Again" (Donald Trump).
Gino Lombardo
Gino Lombardo is an intern on the Comedy Bang Bang podcast. He is responsible for running the boards during the show.
Lin-Manuel Miranda
Lin-Manuel Miranda is an American actor, playwright, composer, and lyricist. He is best known for creating and starring in the Broadway musicals Hamilton and In the Heights. He has also written music for the Disney film Moana and the animated series DuckTales.
Hamilton
Hamilton is a 2015 American musical about the life of Alexander Hamilton, one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. The musical was written by Lin-Manuel Miranda and has been praised for its innovative use of hip-hop and R&B music.
Furious
Furious is a popular action film franchise that follows the adventures of Dominic Toretto and his crew of street racers. The franchise is known for its high-octane car chases, its over-the-top action sequences, and its ensemble cast.
Princess Diana
Diana, Princess of Wales, was a member of the British royal family. She was married to Charles, Prince of Wales, from 1981 to 1996. She was known for her charitable work and her style. She died in a car crash in Paris in 1997.
Q&A
What is the origin of the Comedy Bang Bang catchphrase?
The hosts discuss how they select the catchphrase for the show, revealing that they choose from submissions sent in by listeners.
What is the intern's role on the show?
Gino Lombardo, the intern, is responsible for running the boards during the episode.
What is Jason Mantzoukas's recent breakfast mishap?
Jason reveals that he had a breakfast muffin explode in his face, leaving him with a burnt lip.
What is Jason Mantzoukas's opinion on Lin-Manuel Miranda and Hamilton?
Jason expresses his dislike for Lin-Manuel Miranda and Hamilton, citing his dislike for the cultural appropriation of hip-hop by wealthy white people in New York City.
What is Andrew Lloyd Webber's experience with the Isle of Wight musical theater festival?
Andrew Lloyd Webber shares his experience with the disastrous Isle of Wight musical theater festival, which featured multiple musicals happening concurrently on different stages, resulting in an overwhelming amount of noise.
What is Andrew Lloyd Webber's favorite songhime song?
Andrew Lloyd Webber's favorite songhime song is one from Assessions where a number of people singing the chorus are singing in teen terms talking about how they saved the life of President Roosevelt.
What is Andrew Lloyd Webber's opinion on Trump Airlines?
Andrew Lloyd Webber would rather fly on Trump's airplane knowing that it would kill Richard Branson to have to fly a plane that is not his and that is so disgustingly tacky.
What is Andrew Lloyd Webber's opinion on Virgin Airlines?
Andrew Lloyd Webber would rather fly on Trump's airplane knowing that it would kill Richard Branson to have to fly a plane that is not his and that is so disgustingly tacky.
What is Andrew Lloyd Webber's opinion on Richard Branson?
Andrew Lloyd Webber thinks that Richard Branson would be driven mad by having to fly on Trump's airplane and serve drinks to passengers.
What is Andrew Lloyd Webber's opinion on flying commercial?
Andrew Lloyd Webber has not flown commercial in approximately 50 years because he finds it dreadful.
Show Notes
This is part 5 of our Essential Andrew Lloyd Webber series. Jason “Heynong Man” Mantzoukas is back to co-host alongside Scott on this week’s Comedy Bang! Bang! They’re joined by intern Gino Lombardo to chat about exploding breakfast, Winnie the Pooh, Talking Tang, and their favorite Billy Joel song of all time. Plus, Musical; Theater host Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber returns to tell us about his musical theater festival and his remake of The Jinx.
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