
You Gotta Be Kidding Me! is the newly rebranded podcast from longtime friends Tony Perkins and Gary Stein—and it’s exactly what you think it is: smart, funny, and just unfiltered enough.
Tony, a Washington, DC television anchor and former Good Morning America personality, teams up with his longtime GMA producer, cohort, and partner-in-crime Gary Stein for a weekly conversation that feels like you’... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 34 | Founded | 8 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureLeisure | |||

If you don't mind... let's talk about an amazing addition to the Tony Perkins broadcast set. Then, an episode of "Gary Stein: French Fry P.I." Tony cheats on YGBKM and does another podcast and Gary plays fair at the club (with a feline opponent). All... more
When is a "Smart TV" too smart? A discussion of DIGGER allows us to go deep into Gary's complicated relationship with Tom Cruise and a new revelation... scandalous! Tony has a happy anniversary and his wife celebrates by sending him... a text. So, wh... more
What makes the boys nervous? Listen up... you'll find that weddings and awards make them uneasy (typical introverted extrovert behavior). They won't dance (don't ask them). Gary brings some new soul to the party and... "Hey Hey! He's THE Monkee: we t... more
Gary is so vain that he probably thinks this show is about him... but can vanity conquer a Nor'easter? Tony is sleepy... but at least he never fell asleep at work, right? (!). What secret messages are hidden in the GMA tape? Singer Sarah Partridge ma... more
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If listening to 2 guys reminisce about their time on GMA while one host tells unfunny “jokes” and the other laughs like a hyena then this is the show for you. Also that YouTube show the play is NOT funny
What a chemistry! This is an easy podcast to listen to as there is entertainment around every corner!
It is nice to hear Robb appreciated for what he brings to a show with quick wit and experience.
One of the most fun podcasts there is. Tony and Gary are great together, and really brighten my day. Thanks to you both for coming back and doing a podcast together again.
I am so excited that Tony and Gary are bringing their show back. Always lots of laughs and fun. Welcome back gentlemen.
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A candid, humor-driven talk show hosted by two longtime media veterans who bring decades of on-air chemistry to a weekly chat. Episodes mix personal anecdotes, pop culture riffing, and light-hearted takes on current events, often punctuated by guest appearances, musical moments, and playful banter. The vibe leans toward informal, nostalgia-soaked storytelling with sharp observations about television history, newsroom antics, and celebrity culture, all delivered with a back-and-forth that feels like a couple of friends riffing in public. Its standout appeal is the strong host chemistry, willingness to push boundaries for laughs, and easy-glide transitions between humor, interviews, and occasional heartfelt moments that resonate with fans of ... more
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Recent guests on You Gotta Be Kidding Me! include:
1. Willie Jolley
2. Rob Spiewak
3. Tionah Lee
4. Donnie Simpson
5. Sugar Ray Leonard
6. Sarah Partridge
7. Dr. Lionel Brunswick
8. Donna Marshall
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