Isn't That Special

We kick it off offering opinions on such wide varying fare as the 7 Up film series, hard boiled eggs and remote working before knuckling down to the matter in hand: Mitch Hedberg's seminal 1999 special An Escalator Can Never Break . It is currently available in either the 22 minute edited version or the one we recommend at 37 unexpurgated minutes on Daily Motion: An Escalator Can Never Break. You should watch it before listening to the review.  Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos. Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin s...

For some reason our weird obsession with food intake resurfaces while marital strife and cabaret entertainment also receive a diligent discussion. The special in question this week is Josie Long's 2013 offering Cara Josephine. It is currently available on Youtube for all to see for free!: Cara Jospehine. You should watch it before listening to the review.  Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos. Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are v...

We return to the great aluminum/aluminium debate and whinge like old men about cell phones. Then its a quick recap of dietary habits before diving headlong into a review of Coming To A Face Near You by Dr. Dirty  - John Valby. Neither of those names are made up. It is currently available on youtube NSFW/Parental Discretion Advised/The opinions contained within are not endorsed by us - Coming Soon On A Face Near You .You probably shouldn't watch it before listening to the review.  Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by J...

Yet another longest ever episode (grimace) discussing the Two Good To Go service (NOT sponsored content), calcium intake recommendations, how to improvise crutches and another first with a special drop in guest with the personable Kyle Scanlan!  The special we eventually get around to talking about is the 2006 offering Live At The Purple Onion by Zach Galfianakis. It is currently available on Netflix for the wealthy among us or hear on Youtube: Live At The Purple Onion .You should watch it before listening to the review.  Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan...

Our very first special edition! We were lucky enough to sit down with Beth Stelling and talk about the mechanics and challenges of filming a comedy special. A must hear for all comedy special fans! Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good.

Our longest ever episode (collective groan) discussing alumin(i)um, the Superbowl, deodorant and a vast array of other interesting subjects while also passing judgement on the Shane Gillis 2023 special Beautiful Dogs.  The special is available on Netflix for the wealthy among us: Beautiful Dogs You should watch it before listening to the review.  Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good.

Another lengthy preamble takes in Eric Stoltz, sandwiches and Superbowl plans before getting to the 2025 release American Boy by Marcello Hernandez.  The special is available on Netflix for the wealthy among us: American Boy  You should watch it before listening to the review.  Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good.

We hit the zeitgeist once again with discussions on A.I. , bagels and backsplashes before heading back in time to 2015 and John Mulaney's offering The Comeback Kid. The special is available on Netflix for the wealthy among us: The Comeback Kid .You should watch it before listening to the review.  Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good.

We try and break out of the winter doldrums with a retrospective look back at a 2016 offering from Rory Scovel. But not before we nail the thorny topics of Cubs memorabilia, Dr. Dirty John Valby and announcing our new show sponsor. The special is available on Netflix for the wealthy among us: Rory Scovel Tries Stand-Up For The First Time .You should watch it before listening to the review.  Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, voca...

In what is arguably our most anticipated episode ever we discuss broth, wiffle ball and American Football before finally addressing the lightning rod special Unspeakable Things by Leanne Morgan/Rogers. The special is available on Netflix for the wealthy among us: Unspeakable Things  .You should watch it before listening to the review.  Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good.

Be thankful that we cut out 10 minutes of arguing over how the specials we review get picked and you only get the last 2 minutes. Then it's a live holiday gift exchange followed by a discussion of holiday show gimmicks and the 'Schnitzelbank' before we finally we get to Rodney Dangerfield's 1983 special It's Not Easy Bein' Me. The special is available on Youtube: It's Not Easy Bein' Me.   You should watch it before listening to the review.  Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixin...

Just a mere 14 weeks late we get around to ranking the best and worst of the specials we reviewed in Season One! Of course not before we have a long, irrelevant preamble discussing the contentious hot topics of middle names, Quinoa and pest control.  No need to watch anything before this episode so that's a blessing at least! Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. The...

This week we get seasonally topical with discussions on heating bills, holiday traditions and Bill's fabulous new coat hood. Then its another time warp back to the 1984 special An Audience with Joan Rivers. The special is available on Youtube: An Audience With Joan Rivers (1984).  You should watch it before listening to the review.  Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good

You won't believe how long we spend discussing our favourite pens. Yes pens. Don't know what GERD is? You will now! If you're not interested in the thrillg world of sitcom pilots you can skip that bit and head to the 25 minute mark when  finally we get to Sam Kinison's 1987 special Breaking The Rules. The special is available on Daily Motion: Breaking The Rules.   You should watch it before listening to the review.  Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotic...

In the pre-review ramble today we discuss whether Covid was a good or bad thing, another potential show rename, Nationalism and at l-e-n-g-t-h we revisit Janet Jackson's Superbowl 'wardrobe malfunction'.  finally we get to Anthony Jeselnik's 2013 special Caligula. The special is available on Youtube: Caligula.   You should watch it before listening to the review.  Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good

This episode is waaaay too long. You might want to skip it. In an exhausting pre-amble we cover Billy Joel, pipe smoking, paper-based pornography and create a new game segment.  Eventually we review Ian Edwards' 2025 special Untitled. The special is available on Youtube: Ian Edwards - Untitled.  You should watch it before listening to the review.  Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very...

An insanely long lead in this week covers, Halloween tradition, Guy Fawkes/Forks, hallucinogenic experiences and our very first listener feedback! Eventually we review Michael Che's 2016 special Michael Che Matters. The special is available on Netflix: Michael Che Matters.  You should watch it before listening to the review.  Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good

Featuring the usual preamble about haircuts plus discussions on financial prudence, erectile disfunction pills and a full and frank apology from Bill for comments made about a comedian in a previous episode. Eventually we review Doug Stanhope's 2013 special Beer Hall Putsch. The special is available for free on youtube: Beer Hall Putsch . You should watch it before listening to the review.   Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jacki...

Are we pro or anti King? Find out today. How did Adam Sandler fare at the UC? Find out today. What is the deal with dollar hot dogs at Jewel? Find out today. Eventually we review Andrew Santino's special White Noise. The special is available on Hulu for the country's wealthiest citizens: White Noise . You should watch it before listening to the review.   Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in th...

We return to the subject of train travel and give big ups to The Fargo TV Series before knuckling down to the review of Caleb Hearon's debut special Model Comedian. The special is available on HBO for the country's wealthiest citizens: Model Comedian.  You should watch it before listening to the review.   Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos.  Juanitos, led by Juan Naveira, is the single French rock'n'roll and soul band mixing latin soul, exotica, acid jazz, punk, vocal pop and sometimes reggae roots in the Jackie Mittoo style. They are very good