Digest

This episode of Comedy Bang Bang, part of the "Boonus Bangs" series, features a spooky episode originally released on July 26, 2020. The episode begins with Scott Ackerman introducing the guests: Bindip, a W Hotel owner with a penchant for partying; Yasser Lester, a stand-up comedian and actor known for his role in "Black Monday"; Douglas Gropes, a returning guest and financial advisor; and Leo Carpazzi, a returning guest and composer known for writing "The Monster Mash." Bindip shares her experiences at the W Hotel during the pandemic, including the presence of celebrities like Leonardo DiCaprio and Charlize Theron. She also discusses her quarantine activities, including a new business venture where she collects dying plants and places them in parks. Yasser Lester discusses his career path, which includes stand-up comedy, acting, and opioid dealing. He also talks about his role in "Black Monday," a Showtime television show set in the 1980s during the Black Monday stock market crash. Douglas Gropes introduces his new business venture, "You Get It," a delivery service that involves a unique system of favors and extra charges. He explains the "Rumpel Stiltskin Clause," which requires customers to return a favor within a year. Leo Carpazzi reveals he's composed a new song for the 666th episode, titled "666, Sex." He describes it as "lude" and "blue," leaning into his signature style. The song features repetitive lyrics and a catchy melody, showcasing Leo's signature style. The episode concludes with the hosts promoting their projects, including Scott's work on "Black Monday" and "Duncanville," Doug's website, "You Get It Good," and Leo's song "Monster Mash" and the Comedy Central show "Corporate."

Outlines

00:00:00

Introduction to Boonus Bangs and Guests

Scott Ackerman introduces the "Boonus Bangs" series and welcomes the guests: Bindip, Yasser Lester, Douglas Gropes, and Leo Carpazzi.

00:03:16

Bindip's Partying Habits and W Hotel Updates

Bindip, the owner of the W Hotel in Hollywood, joins Scott as a co-host. They discuss her partying habits and the current situation at the W Hotel during the pandemic, including the presence of celebrities like Leonardo DiCaprio and Charlize Theron.

00:13:21

Introducing Yasser Lester and "Black Monday"

Scott introduces Yasser Lester, a stand-up comedian and actor known for his role in "Black Monday." They discuss his career path and his character in the show.

00:26:56

Introducing Douglas Gropes and "You Get It"

Scott introduces Douglas Gropes, a returning guest and financial advisor. Douglas discusses his recent struggles and his new business venture, "You Get It," a delivery service that involves a unique system of favors and extra charges.

00:49:42

Introducing Leo Carpazzi and His New Song

Scott introduces Leo Carpazzi, a returning guest and composer known for writing "The Monster Mash." Leo discusses the origins of the song and his original vision for it. He then reveals he's composed a new song for the 666th episode, titled "666, Sex."

01:01:14

Leo's Farewell and Plugs

Scott expresses his displeasure with Leo's repeated song and bans him from the show. Leo accepts this and wishes Scott a happy 666th episode. The segment transitions to the "Plugs" section, where the hosts promote their projects.

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Q&A

• What are "Boonus Bangs" and what is their purpose?

  "Boonus Bangs" are a new series of releases from the Comedy Bang Bang archives featuring spooky episodes. They are a way for listeners to hear classic episodes of Comedy Bang Bang, either for the first time or again.

• What is "You Get It" and how does it work?

  "You Get It" is the name of Douglas Gropes' new delivery service. It involves a unique system of favors and extra charges. Customers pay a flat fee of $35 plus extra charges for delivery, and then they are obligated to deliver three items for Douglas.

• What is "Black Monday" and what is Yasser Lester's role in the show?

  "Black Monday" is a Showtime television show set in the 1980s during the Black Monday stock market crash. Yasser Lester plays a janitor who occasionally pops in to offer assistance to the characters.

• What is the story behind "The Monster Mash" and what was Leo Carpazzi's original vision for the song?

  "The Monster Mash" is a Halloween novelty song written by Leo Carpazzi and popularized by Bobby Boris Pickett in 1962. Leo's original vision for the song was much more disturbing and descriptive, but the label deemed it too vivid and disturbing for release. The sanitized version that everyone knows and loves is a result of Leo's compromise.

• What is the title of Leo Carpazio's new song?

  The song is titled "666, Sex," with a unique spelling and structure.

• What is the theme of Leo's new song?

  The song is a humorous and explicit track about monsters engaging in sexual acts. It features repetitive lyrics and a catchy melody, showcasing Leo's signature style.

• Why does Scott question the originality of Leo's new song?

  Scott points out that the song is very similar to previous songs Leo has performed on the show, leading him to question its authenticity.

• What is Leo's response to Scott's concerns about the song's originality?

  Leo defends his work, claiming it's a new composition with a familiar structure and hook. He acknowledges that he has a signature style and leans into what works for him.

• Why does Caroline want to leave heaven?

  Caroline finds heaven dull and populated by boring people, leading her to desire a change of scenery. She describes the atmosphere as "lame" and filled with "do-gooders."

Show Notes