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The Marx Brothers Council Podcast

Matthew Coniam, Noah Diamond, Bob Gassel
Marx Brothers
Groucho Marx
Duck Soup
The Marx Brothers
Comedy
Animal Crackers
Chico Marx
Marxfest
Vaudeville
Horse Feathers
Harpo Marx
A Night At the Opera
Film History
Zeppo Marx
Hollywood
Television
Thelma Todd
Radio
Astrology
Gilbert Gottfried

An insightful but not too serious look at the Marx Brothers films, careers, and lives from some guys who really need to get out more. Hosted by Matthew Coniam ("The Annotated Marx Brothers," "That's Me, Groucho!"), Noah Diamond ("Gimme a Thrill: The Story of I'll Say She Is") and Bob Gassel (he'll write a book someday...or perhaps read one). Featuring guest appearances by Marx experts, notable fan... more

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Listeners share their thoughts on the most divisive Marx film. Is it the last hurrah or the last straw? We sift through comments on everything from Tootsie-Frootsie to the excised “Dr. Hackenbush” song, while confronting the water carnival sequence t... more

Matthew joins us in New York City for our first-ever episode in front of a live audience, recorded at the Museum of the Moving Image—just steps from Kaufman-Astoria Studios, where the Marxes filmed their first two movies. We kick things off with a qu... more

We welcome ethnomusicologist Meg Farrell, the great-granddaughter of Will B. Johnstone—an unsung hero of the Marx story who helped set the template for their act with I’ll Say She Is, and later contributed to Monkey Business, Horse Feathers, and A Da... more

April 12th, 2026. NYC. A unique event. More details at: movingimage.org/event/horse-feathers/

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George Agnos
Listener commenter featured in episode
Episode: 93 “A Day at the Races” Resaddled (featuring The Marx Brothers Council)
Arne Bernstein
Listener commenter
Episode: 93 “A Day at the Races” Resaddled (featuring The Marx Brothers Council)
Kathy Beale
Former guest on the show
Episode: 93 “A Day at the Races” Resaddled (featuring The Marx Brothers Council)
Tom Hamill
Listener commenter
Episode: 93 “A Day at the Races” Resaddled (featuring The Marx Brothers Council)
Maureen O'Sullivan
Actress referenced in discussion (actor)
MGM-era casting discussion
Episode: 93 “A Day at the Races” Resaddled (featuring The Marx Brothers Council)
Eddie Dezen
Listener commenter
Episode: 93 “A Day at the Races” Resaddled (featuring The Marx Brothers Council)
Mikhail Ullin
Webmaster of Marxology and Marx Brothers historian
Marxology
Episode: 93 “A Day at the Races” Resaddled (featuring The Marx Brothers Council)
Baruch Gitlin
Listener commenter
Episode: 93 “A Day at the Races” Resaddled (featuring The Marx Brothers Council)
Cinco Paul
Broadway/TV writer and occasional guest
Schmigadoon!, Schmigadoon Broadway
Episode: 92 N.Y. a Duck? (The MBCP LIVE)

Hosts

Matthew Coniam
Host with extensive work on Annotated Marx Brothers projects; long-running member of the panel.
Noah Diamond
Co-host and author with deep knowledge of Marx Brothers history; frequently leads discussions.
Bob Gassel
Producer and host; often provides hosting duties and technical production insight.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 234 ratings
  • Excellent info and excellent hosts!

    What more can be said? (I say.)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Unisphere64
    United Statesa year ago
  • Sanity Clause

    Essential listening for any true Marx fan!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RogerMcGoon
    United Statesa year ago
  • Cocoanuts

    Try pronouncing this right. (Hint) it’s not Coconuts!

    See the A?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Modjective
    Canada3 years ago
  • Thank you

    I’m a 35 year old guy that lives in Scotland, I loved The Marx brothers because my grandad loved them, they are like a drug addiction of pure nostalgia & love for me.

    I never thought I would find people that loved them like me, not only have I found that, in the Facebook & this awesome podcast.

    The knowledge they have of the Marx brothers is stunning, I wish my grandad was still here.

    Much love

    Darren

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    vegan monkey
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Essential listening and also a lot of fun

    It’s definitely a podcast for true Marx Brothers fans. When they do a deep dive, it is a DEEP dive. But always with a great sense of fun. They are scholars, yes, to one degree or another, but at heart they are fans. Tonight I am going to light a candle to St. Jude, patron saint of lost causes, in hopes they will finally discover who the manicurist was.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jeff, Chicago
    United States4 years ago

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92 N.Y. a Duck? (The MBCP LIVE)
Q: What are your favorite Marx Brothers references in modern media?
Guests discuss numerous connections, from Sesame Street to Schmigadoon! and broader comedy lineage, highlighting ongoing influence and playful nods in contemporary works.
88 “The Joy of Marx” featuring Joy Harmon
Q: What do you think made you and Groucho click so well in front of audiences?
I never remember an audience. I just remember talking to Groucho, and I just think I tried to be honest and answer him in every way I could of what my life is like.
88 “The Joy of Marx” featuring Joy Harmon
Q: Was he as funny in private life? Or did he not try to be funny when he was with you?
He was just normal, like, you know, a parent would be and called me and see how I was doing and everything.
87 “At’sa Some Joke, Eh, Boss?” featuring Elliott Kalan
Q: Did becoming a Marx Brothers fan shape your career in comedy?
Elliott expresses that while he would have pursued comedy regardless, the Marx Brothers influenced the type of humor he wanted to write and pursue professionally.
87 “At’sa Some Joke, Eh, Boss?” featuring Elliott Kalan
Q: Elliott, what was your Marx Brothers origin story?
Elliott describes how his grandmother introduced him to the Marx Brothers at a young age, starting with watching movies and attending revival screenings together.

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A lively, knowledgeable look at film history, comedy heritage, and show business through the lens of the Marx Brothers. Episodes blend archival digging, production anecdotes, and scholarly context with friendly banter, guest insights, and fan contributions. The format often includes live events, in-depth interviews with researchers and performers, and occasional planning for future restorations or commentary projects, suggesting a thoughtful but accessible approach to classic cinema. Notable strengths include a strong mix of scholarly depth and genuine fan enthusiasm, plus a steady stream of well-chosen guests that broaden the conversation beyond film plots to diaries, theater history, and cultural impact.

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