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Gilbert Gottfried's Amazing Colossal Podcast

Gilbert Gottfried's Amazing Colossal Podcast
Hollywood
Comedy
Gilbert Gottfried
Frank Santopadre
Christmas
Fun For All Ages
Jerry Lewis
The Godfather
Broadway
Batman
Danny Kaye
Johnny Carson
Marx Brothers
Vincent Price
Television History
Saturday Night Live
Peter Falk
Bob Hope
Dick Cavett
Bruce Dern

Comedian and actor Gilbert Gottfried, a man Stephen King once called “a national treasure,” talks with the show business legends, icons and behind-the-scenes talents who shaped his childhood and influenced his comedy. Along with co-host and fellow pop culture fanatic Frank Santopadre, Gilbert is joined by comics, actors, musicians, talk show hosts, writers and other eyewitnesses to Hollywood histo... more

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In this series of topic-focused mini-episodes, Gilbert and Frank share their love of unheralded films, underrated TV shows, underappreciated pop songs and (often) unknown performers, discussing, dissecting and (occasionally) defending their handpicke... more

Gilbert and Frank chat with one of Hollywood’s busiest character actors and favorite “movie dads,” Paul Dooley (“Breaking Away,” “Sixteen Candles,” “Runaway Bride”) who looks back on everything from tackling the role of Wimpy in Robert Altman’s “Pope... more

In a series of topic-focused mini-episodes, Gilbert and Frank share their love of unheralded films, underrated TV shows, underappreciated pop songs and (often) unknown performers, discussing, dissecting and (occasionally) defending their handpicked g... more

Gilbert and Frank ring up one of their favorite character actors, seven-time Emmy winner Ed Asner, to talk about his early days in the business, his seven memorable seasons as the irascible Lou Grant on “The Mary Tyler Moore Show” and his roles in po... more

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Recent Guests

Paul Dooley
Actor, comedian and cartoonist
Actor/Writer
Episode: GGACP Rewind: Episode #52: Paul Dooley
Michael Nesmith
Musician, Monkees member, author and innovator
The Monkees
Episode: GGACP Rewind: Episode #50: Michael Nesmith
Lee Meriwether
Actress, Miss America 1955, Catwoman (1966 Batman film)
Film/Television
Episode: GGACP Rewind: Episode# 49: Lee Meriwether and Julie Newmar
Julie Newmar
Actress, Catwoman (1960s Batman), dancer, author
Film/Television
Episode: GGACP Rewind: Episode# 49: Lee Meriwether and Julie Newmar
Lewis Black
Comedian, author, playwright, actor and social critic
Various including Pixar Inside Out
Episode: GGACP Rewind: Episode #48: Lewis Black LIVE
Joan Kramer
Author/Producer
Joan Kramer and David Heeley (Authors)
Episode: GGACP Rewind: 46. Joan Kramer & David Heeley
David Heeley
Author/Producer
Joan Kramer and David Heeley (Authors)
Episode: GGACP Rewind: 46. Joan Kramer & David Heeley
Steve Buscemi
Actor, director, and comedian
Episode: GGACP Rewind: Episode 45: Steve Buscemi
Carol Leifer
Comedian and Emmy-nominated writer, author of How to Succeed in Business Without Really Crying
Author, writer for Modern Family, The Larry Sanders Show, Saturday Night Live, Seinfeld
Episode: GGACP Rewind: Episode #44: Carol Leifer

Hosts

Gilbert Gottfried
Host of Gilbert Gottfried's Amazing Colossal Podcast; central figure in showbiz-history conversations
Frank Santopadre
Co-host and fellow pop culture fanatic; contributes questions and commentary

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 5.1k ratings
  • Great TV history with tons of laughs

    The best episodes are when the guest doesn’t try to be funny… they let Gilbert Loose…

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Hey Abbott
    United States2 months ago
  • Best Episode is Malcolm McDowell

    Its good

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    KnoxFive4
    United States4 months ago
  • The best there is

    This is the best podcast out there! No aggravation, no politics, no decisiveness, just entertainment! Gil and Frank did just what they set out to do! Rest in peace Gilbert🙏🏻

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    South Philly Dan
    United States5 months ago
  • February 2026

    Gilbert’s been gone sometime now, and yet this still remains the most entertaining podcast out there in podcasting land!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Geoplanter
    United States6 months ago
  • Thorough

    Today I was listening to the interview they did with Chris Lemmon and Charlie Matthau, and honestly, it's the only time I've listened to an interview and felt that the folks involved really knew their stuff. They weren't just interviewing celebrities for the sake of interviewing. They were true film fans.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    anotherunnecessaryopinion
    United States9 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the deep-dish showbiz history and candid anecdotes from legendary guests.
Praise for nostalgia and the breadth of guests, with occasional critiques about pacing or length.
Fans highlight the hosts' research, rapport, and ability to mine entertaining industry lore.

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Apple Podcasts
#122
United States/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#180
Canada/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#21
Italy/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#136
Australia/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#61
Hong Kong/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#67
Brazil/TV & Film

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

GGACP Rewind: Episode #51: Ed Asner
Q: What was working with Ted Knight really like, and how did you navigate on-set tensions?
Ed describes Ted as the funniest and most brilliant on-screen presence, who also had unpredictable moments of paranoia; through it all, Ed learned to rise above personal frictions and focus on delivering his performance.
GGACP Rewind: Episode #51: Ed Asner
Q: Is it true that you and Mary didn't really get acquainted?
Ed explains that while there was onscreen chemistry and long-running collaboration, his personal rapport with Mary Tyler Moore was more about professional camaraderie and being part of a dynamic ensemble, not intimate behind-the-scenes interactions.
GGACP Rewind: Episode# 49: Lee Meriwether and Julie Newmar
Q: How did you land the Catwoman role for Batman?
Lee Meriwether explains she auditioned in a large cattle-call room, used her cat-like movement and a Russian accent to stand out, and was ultimately selected after going through a read and wardrobe process.
GGACP Rewind: Episode #50: Michael Nesmith
Q: What can you tell us about the origin of Head and that period of the Monkees' career?
Nesmith recounts the late-stage process of piecing together Head, the influence of the filmmakers, and the movie's anti-war stance, emphasizing how the project reflected a broader shift in his artistic priorities and the cultural moment.
GGACP Rewind: Episode #50: Michael Nesmith
Q: What was it like working with the Monkees' production team and the internal dynamics?
He describes a tense atmosphere shaped by strong personalities, the writers and musicians working as professionals, and a sense of being on the outside looking in, yet finding moments of connection and humor within the chaos.

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A nostalgia-forward show that explores show business history through long-form conversations with actors, comedians, writers, and industry veterans. Episodes thread together behind-the-scenes memories, career-defining moments, and era-defining anecdotes from classic TV, cinema, and the Hollywood psyche, often anchored by deep-dive storytelling and a playful, fannish energy. The format blends affectionate reminiscence with sharp observations on the biz, offering listeners a window into how fame, production, and creative risk shaped beloved eras and projects. A standout trait is the expansive roster of legendary guests spanning many decades, ensuring a rich tapestry of anecdotes, industry lore, and personal reflections that appeal to fans of ... more

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