Best Podcast Episodes About Jimmy Kimmel
Everything podcasters are saying about Jimmy Kimmel — curated from top podcasts
Updated: Apr 01, 2026 – 34 episodes
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“… no you need multiples yeah that's throwing bp for us you need like five people to throw batting practice i mean first name that came to came to mind jimmy norp's dad barney norp if we can get if we can get him in the mix great actually in in the brief time i got to talk to him, he did say, I believe he shoulder, elbow, and something else gave out because he was throwing so much batting practice to Jimmy Norp's AAU team. And to simulate 80 miles per hour, which played in the Midwest AAU. circuit, he was throwing from about 10 feet away. About full rip. I'm just happy Barney Norp got mentioned. I …”
“… show eventually in a half hour. But, um, I think the area where we would struggle to put together a good infrastructure, shirt we don't have anybody to run infield or throw bp i'm worried about that i think trev could do that trev oh if we could no no you need multiples yeah that's throwing bp for us you need like five people to throw batting practice i mean first name that came to came to mind jimmy norp's dad barney norp if we can get if we can get him in the mix great actually in in the brief time i got to talk to him, he did say, I believe he shoulder, elbow, and something else gave out because he was throwing so much batting practice to Jimmy Norp's AAU team. And to simulate 80 miles per hour, which played in the Midwest AAU. circuit, he was throwing from about 10 feet away. About full rip. I'm just happy Barney Norp got mentioned. I guess, Rosie, yeah, I mean, we're hitting. We got deep in the episode because we like talking ball. I guess if you have anything, we had two pure minor league players get big league contracts. Colt Emerson with the Mariners, who he got, I shouldn't say he got the real one, Eight years, $95 million. That is the most for a player who has not played an …”
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Colt Emerson and Cooper Pratt just made history with unprecedented contracts despite never playing in the MLB. Emerson's eight-year, $95 million deal with the Mariners and Pratt's $50.75 million deal with the Brewers signal a new trend in player evaluation and investment in young talent. This shift is reshaping the landscape of baseball contracts and the way teams view potential.
“… it. So he leaves two in the morning. I'm having drinks with my friend. I'm getting progressively more drunk, right? And everyone's gone. It's just Jimmy, my friend Jimmy, myself, and Donna in the Garden of the Chateau. It's a restaurant. and she ends up leaving to go to the bathroom and Jimmy gets a phone call from Donna saying, Tom Cruise is waiting for me in the ballet area, like literally waiting for me. I couldn't believe it. So I get up out of my chair, sprint through the whole lobby and the whole hotel. I get there and he's there with Jeremy Renner about to get on his motorcycle at two in …”
“… shot me down and said, you'll be banned and I'm going to be fired. So I just couldn't approach Tom Cruise. But my girlfriend at the time said, there's no way in hell you're leaving here tonight without meeting him. So she was really adamant about it. So he leaves two in the morning. I'm having drinks with my friend. I'm getting progressively more drunk, right? And everyone's gone. It's just Jimmy, my friend Jimmy, myself, and Donna in the Garden of the Chateau. It's a restaurant. and she ends up leaving to go to the bathroom and Jimmy gets a phone call from Donna saying, Tom Cruise is waiting for me in the ballet area, like literally waiting for me. I couldn't believe it. So I get up out of my chair, sprint through the whole lobby and the whole hotel. I get there and he's there with Jeremy Renner about to get on his motorcycle at two in the morning. And we have this really nice moment. We shook each other. You know, it's an honor and privilege to meet you. You complete. He's very handsy. Close talker. He's handsy, you know, yeah. It was very exciting. I didn't go to sleep that night. It was definitely a wonderful experience. Yeah. Tom, we appreciate you being a special guest. Oh, …”
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In a hilarious recount of a near-miss encounter, a podcast guest shares his unforgettable experience of meeting Tom Cruise at the iconic Chateau Marmont in Los Angeles. After an unsuccessful attempt to buy Cruise a bottle of champagne, he finally meets the star at 2 AM, leading to a memorable handshake and a surreal moment. This segment captures the excitement and chaos of celebrity encounters, highlighting Cruise's charismatic presence.
“… let's hear it. Let me tell you something, Joe. Let me tell you something. Here the Browns go. Double talking again. And this time, it's your owner. Jimmy Haslam, okay? You know what? I understand now why your boy, Andrew Barry, is, you know, I see where he's getting. You know? Like this is this might be a clean thing. You know what I'm saying? Like he's getting you know, when you get there, I guess it kind of getting grained into you or something like that. You know, that's the only thing I could think of. Joe, like why? Why? Why to change? You know, why to change your heart by by by, you know, …”
“… he puts into the job. Deshaun has a great chance. A fresh start with an offensive minded coach who has in the past been able to work with all kinds of different quarterbacks and make them successful. So Deshaun has a great chance to do that now. Joe, let's hear it. Let me tell you something, Joe. Let me tell you something. Here the Browns go. Double talking again. And this time, it's your owner. Jimmy Haslam, okay? You know what? I understand now why your boy, Andrew Barry, is, you know, I see where he's getting. You know? Like this is this might be a clean thing. You know what I'm saying? Like he's getting you know, when you get there, I guess it kind of getting grained into you or something like that. You know, that's the only thing I could think of. Joe, like why? Why? Why to change? You know, why to change your heart by by by, you know, Mr. Haslam? Because, you know, I don't I don't know. Maybe. Maybe it's because your GM, Mr. Barry over there, he said all of his quarterbacks would be expected to compete for the starting job or have a chance to compete for the starting job. They're actually trying to maybe show a united front, a direction, maybe a purposeful position in here. I …”
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Cleveland Browns owner Jimmy Haslam has unexpectedly expressed optimism about Deshaun Watson's future, reversing his previous criticisms. This shift comes as Watson demonstrates commitment through intense rehab, suggesting a fresh start under a new offensive-minded coach. The Browns are attempting to unite their front, but skepticism remains about their direction.
“… fans might not like you in six months. It's like, yeah, we've been doing this for 20 years. I think we can relax a little bit. Oh, we got you on Kimmel. Oh, me and Kimmel. All right. With the long hair. I put Q-tips deep in my ear. Oh. Look. You guys put Q-tips in your ear? Now you're speaking my language. The opposite of Ellen. That's right. It's the best. Yes, sir. It is the greatest pleasure a human can experience. Look. All right. It's because of what, one cent? Let's contrast. You got to match up him and Ellen. Alan just going, nope, nope, not going to buy. By the way, I get violent when …”
“… people who tour constantly. And I'm like, you know, they always say make hay when the sun's out. And I'm like, you realize the people that tell you that are making 10% of your hay. That's something you Motown. You whisper it to them like, you know, your fans might not like you in six months. It's like, yeah, we've been doing this for 20 years. I think we can relax a little bit. Oh, we got you on Kimmel. Oh, me and Kimmel. All right. With the long hair. I put Q-tips deep in my ear. Oh. Look. You guys put Q-tips in your ear? Now you're speaking my language. The opposite of Ellen. That's right. It's the best. Yes, sir. It is the greatest pleasure a human can experience. Look. All right. It's because of what, one cent? Let's contrast. You got to match up him and Ellen. Alan just going, nope, nope, not going to buy. By the way, I get violent when comedians do that to other comedians because it's like you of all people should know this is a carnal sin of comedy to deny what this other person is doing. And by the way, the least outlandish premise in the world is saying I put a cute fuse in here. That's the face you make with your Kimmel I don't like black people riff. I'm going to bring it …”
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In a hilarious twist, Pete Holmes reveals that Ellen was the only person not dancing at Jimmy Kimmel's wedding, sparking a wild conspiracy theory about her on-screen persona. He contrasts her with comedians who thrive on audience engagement, making a case for why he prefers to perform less often to keep his excitement genuine. The segment is packed with relatable observations and sharp comedic insights that keep the laughter rolling.
“Browns owner Jimmy Haslam walked back his swing and miss comment on Deshaun Watson from last year pointing to his injuries and suspension while expressing optimism about his future. If not, it's not for lack of effort, okay? I mean, I don't think anybody in our organization would question his effort, His toughness, everything he's put into the job. The reality is he's had major injuries. His shoulder tore his Achilles twice, so he's been really ravaged by …”
“Browns owner Jimmy Haslam walked back his swing and miss comment on Deshaun Watson from last year pointing to his injuries and suspension while expressing optimism about his future. If not, it's not for lack of effort, okay? I mean, I don't think anybody in our organization would question his effort, His toughness, everything he's put into the job. The reality is he's had major injuries. His shoulder tore his Achilles twice, so he's been really ravaged by injuries, and that, along with 11-game suspension, kept him from playing. Deshaun has a great chance, a fresh start with an offensive-minded coach who has, in the past, been able to work with all kinds of different quarterbacks and make them successful. So Deshaun has a great chance to do that now. Mary Kay Cabot tweeted, owner Jimmy Haslam believe it's …”
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Browns owner Jimmy Haslam has done a complete 180 on Deshaun Watson, shifting from calling him a swing and miss to expressing optimism for his future. This change comes after acknowledging Watson's injuries and suspension while highlighting his potential under a new offensive-minded coach. With significant financial commitments to Watson, Haslam believes he can turn things around this season, but the pressure is on for Watson to perform.
“… on his birthday and that kind of stuff. It's still coming up in a couple of days. Okay. Matt, don't mark that on the calendar. So the one guy, Jimmy Kimmel. Jimmy Kimmel, he is on top of this stuff. And I was like, it was weird because I felt like a schoolgirl. Like every couple of hours I'd go back and check the email. It's got to be an email. It's got to pop up any second now. Swirling your finger around the phone cord. That's right. No, just taking the phone off the hook when I went in the shower. Making sure the phone works. Nothing. Yeah. And then today, of course, the phone call met with the …”
“… and a couple of emails and that kind of stuff, and it all feels good. And it's a holiday, and people are out doing their own thing. And, you know, I don't keep a tally on, how come Damoshek didn't call me? Because I didn't wish Damoshek a happy birthday on his birthday and that kind of stuff. It's still coming up in a couple of days. Okay. Matt, don't mark that on the calendar. So the one guy, Jimmy Kimmel. Jimmy Kimmel, he is on top of this stuff. And I was like, it was weird because I felt like a schoolgirl. Like every couple of hours I'd go back and check the email. It's got to be an email. It's got to pop up any second now. Swirling your finger around the phone cord. That's right. No, just taking the phone off the hook when I went in the shower. Making sure the phone works. Nothing. Yeah. And then today, of course, the phone call met with the we're going out for barbecue, met with the only the kind of gift that Jimmy Kimmel gives, which is Jimmy puts a ton of thought. You know, for me, I just get everyone Beer of the Month Club or Nut of the Month Club, and they're happy. Everyone seems to be happy about it. You get a few new 12 packs every month or whatever it is. Oh, not Jimmy. Jimmy …”
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In a hilarious twist, the host reveals how Jimmy Kimmel's thoughtful birthday gift of Ace Hotel towels made him feel like a schoolgirl waiting for a crush's call. The segment humorously contrasts Kimmel's elaborate gift-giving with the host's simpler approach, leading to a comedic reflection on friendship and expectations. The absurdity peaks when they question if Kimmel really spent $1.9 million on a nude painting for Jeff Ross.
“… for really about three weeks. Oh. Oh, and I mean, it could have been a month and it's horrible. It's horrible. It's easily the worst. Before I met Jimmy, it was right before I met Jimmy Kimmel. I essentially had the worst like three months of anyone could ever have, which is I was dating this gal. She was from Minnesota. And we'd really only been dating for about three or four. It could have been two weeks. And this is right before the 94 earthquake Just the eye thing It was everything She was sleeping at my house and the 94 quake hit And I was living out in La Crescenta in a rented house with …”
“… buy all this new stuff again. I had two rough move in. I had a rough move out and a rough move in. How do you have a rough move in? Was this like you knew you shouldn't have moved in together and you did it anyway? This was like I was dating somebody for really about three weeks. Oh. Oh, and I mean, it could have been a month and it's horrible. It's horrible. It's easily the worst. Before I met Jimmy, it was right before I met Jimmy Kimmel. I essentially had the worst like three months of anyone could ever have, which is I was dating this gal. She was from Minnesota. And we'd really only been dating for about three or four. It could have been two weeks. And this is right before the 94 earthquake Just the eye thing It was everything She was sleeping at my house and the 94 quake hit And I was living out in La Crescenta in a rented house with three dudes and no money. And she was driving a piece of shit Nissan whose head gasket blew. Like the day before, it was like parked in front of the house. And we didn't know. We didn't have the money. You know, I'm sort of a mechanic, but this is a head gasket. at this big job. I don't know. It's going to cost hundreds of dollars. We didn't have …”
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In a hilarious recounting, a comedian shares the chaotic experience of moving in with a girlfriend just before the 1994 earthquake, while juggling her broken car and her mom's impending visit. The absurdity of the situation, combined with the relatable struggle of navigating relationships and unexpected disasters, makes this segment a rollercoaster of laughter.
“… It's funny. Ten minutes before I was coming on, I'm just sitting around and I'm thinking about it. I was like, hey, man, I'm real good friends with Jimmy Johnson. I was like, hey, that takes Jimmy. And ask if this is okay. Because we just decided to do this. We can announce now that I'm one of the investors and one of the owners of Legacy Motor Club. So, you know, I own NASCAR teams now. They don't get me. Oh, so you're Jimmy Johnson's Michael Jordan. Absolutely. You would love this. I said, when I see Michael, I'm going to go, hey, Michael, man, we got to start a new club. African-American …”
“… pants. I can't think of one. We're pretty, though. Congratulations, though, in order, though, with what you're doing over in London. You've got a tour coming up. Thank you. Absolutely. Great to see you. Hey, I'll just tell you something real quick. It's funny. Ten minutes before I was coming on, I'm just sitting around and I'm thinking about it. I was like, hey, man, I'm real good friends with Jimmy Johnson. I was like, hey, that takes Jimmy. And ask if this is okay. Because we just decided to do this. We can announce now that I'm one of the investors and one of the owners of Legacy Motor Club. So, you know, I own NASCAR teams now. They don't get me. Oh, so you're Jimmy Johnson's Michael Jordan. Absolutely. You would love this. I said, when I see Michael, I'm going to go, hey, Michael, man, we got to start a new club. African-American NASCAR owners, man. It doesn't take long to call a role. probably mean to Vegas to play gold. You know what? Get Tyler Perry. Maybe he could get involved here. Yeah, it's cool, but I love it. You know how much I love motorsports. You know what I've been doing in NASCAR for years, so this is pretty cool for me. No, I didn't know that. I know you sing …”
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Darius Rucker hilariously reveals he's in last place in his fantasy league, despite being an avid gambler. He shares his plans for a website where he’ll post bets an hour before games, encouraging others to bet against him. This quirky approach highlights the ups and downs of sports betting and fantasy leagues.
“Donald Trump went after Jimmy Kimmel after Jimmy Kimmel said this about Mark Wayne Mullen. Rudy Giuliani might not be with us much longer, but don't worry, Trump's got a whole new generation of thinkers lined up, including his newly confirmed Secretary of Homeland Security, Mark Wayne, Chuck Mike, Bruce Dave Mullen. Maybe Mullen's better. He is the now former senator of Oklahoma. Before he was elected to the Senate, Mark Wayne Mullen was a low-level MMA fighter and a plumber. …”
“Donald Trump went after Jimmy Kimmel after Jimmy Kimmel said this about Mark Wayne Mullen. Rudy Giuliani might not be with us much longer, but don't worry, Trump's got a whole new generation of thinkers lined up, including his newly confirmed Secretary of Homeland Security, Mark Wayne, Chuck Mike, Bruce Dave Mullen. Maybe Mullen's better. He is the now former senator of Oklahoma. Before he was elected to the Senate, Mark Wayne Mullen was a low-level MMA fighter and a plumber. That's right. We have a plumber protecting us from terrorism now. There you go. That's where he shows himself as a true elitist. You mean think about this? AOC was a bartender, for God's sake. And he has a problem with a plumber working up and becoming Mr. Smith in Washington, D.C. Again, he's just dumb. He hasn't learned what he's talking about. …”
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Jimmy Kimmel's recent political satire is under fire, with critics claiming he's lost his comedic touch. The discussion highlights the contrast between Kimmel's darker humor and Greg Gutfeld's joyful approach, questioning whether Kimmel's career is at a low point. This commentary showcases the evolving landscape of comedy and the importance of truth and joy in satire.
“… The Italian Feast of San Gennaro. Oh, you're performing? I am. I love that. On the 30th. I'm excited about that. in Hollywood that is the feast that Jimmy and I put on every year when I say Jimmy I mean other people but it is kind of interesting that Jimmy and I were in New York and we used to go down there once a year for the MTV Music Awards back in the day And we were doing I don't know what, and we would go down to Little Italy, and we would lament that L.A. has a little Ethiopia. Yes. And a Koreatown. Little Viet, Saigon. Saigon. It has a little everything, but no Little Italy. And where I …”
“Well, it's interesting that you bring up Freakonomics. Frank Stallone, good to see you. Hi, Adam. How are you? Three platinum alms, ten gold alms, five gold singles. Facts that you may or may not have known about the great Frank Stallone. The Italian Feast of San Gennaro. Oh, you're performing? I am. I love that. On the 30th. I'm excited about that. in Hollywood that is the feast that Jimmy and I put on every year when I say Jimmy I mean other people but it is kind of interesting that Jimmy and I were in New York and we used to go down there once a year for the MTV Music Awards back in the day And we were doing I don't know what, and we would go down to Little Italy, and we would lament that L.A. has a little Ethiopia. Yes. And a Koreatown. Little Viet, Saigon. Saigon. It has a little everything, but no Little Italy. And where I live, it's like little Iran. Or Glendale, big Armenian. Yeah, right. So he said, we got back to the Man Show office, and he said, fuck, we don't have a Little Italy in L.A. And he said, we don't have a feast at San Gennaro. Because we have no Italians in L.A., other than you and me and Jimmy. Yeah, but the thing about Little Italy is it's just a …”
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In this hilarious segment, Adam Carolla shares how he and his friends realized Los Angeles lacked a Little Italy, leading to the creation of the Feast of San Gennaro. His self-deprecating humor about his Italian heritage and the absurdity of hosting a massive feast in a parking lot makes this story both entertaining and relatable.
“… say correctly is it honey boy yeah it honey boy And you know there a clip of him putting the video in front of his dad I think he was saying this to Jimmy Kimmel or Jimmy Fallon, one of the two. And he said, I just want to watch my dad's reaction. He just recently had some issues that came up in the news. Yeah. He got into a fight. I don't know what happened with him. Another one of those guys. Still anger. We all come in here for a reason. And we've got something to deal with. And it's like it keeps popping up. But is it almost like, you know, in comedy. Are you almost, do you benefit in a weirdest …”
“… also had a complicated upbringing with his father as well. didn't he do a movie that they put it on Amazon and what was it called not sunny boy it's something else it's a honey boy honey boy yeah honey boy I think this can you type it is I want to say correctly is it honey boy yeah it honey boy And you know there a clip of him putting the video in front of his dad I think he was saying this to Jimmy Kimmel or Jimmy Fallon, one of the two. And he said, I just want to watch my dad's reaction. He just recently had some issues that came up in the news. Yeah. He got into a fight. I don't know what happened with him. Another one of those guys. Still anger. We all come in here for a reason. And we've got something to deal with. And it's like it keeps popping up. But is it almost like, you know, in comedy. Are you almost, do you benefit in a weirdest way, a weird, tough challenge and upbringing for you to be able to tap into those emotions with the cameras on? You need it. But we're all damaged goods. Every single one of us. In your own. Or you can be a trained actor and they don't have life experiences. but you resonate when you can see oh wait a minute this is touching on something real are …”
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Shia LaBeouf reveals that to truly connect emotionally in acting, one must experience life's darkness, as he has. He discusses how his complicated upbringing shapes his understanding of human emotions and the importance of protecting children in Hollywood. This candid reflection highlights the industry's need for deeper awareness of personal struggles.
“… everyone stands up and disobeys, then it's very hard for them to do something. So it's kind of the make an example, do something. This is the whole Jimmy Kimmel kind of early way of doing it and saying, we can hurt you very badly. And so everyone goes, okay, well, don't hurt me. Like maybe you hurt somebody else, but don't hurt me. And so, and this is precisely where I think as citizens, as leaders, it's like, look, when you're feeling fear for this is a time to kind of show courage. And I think that, you know, we all have a responsibility to humanity first and society and then to business in terms of …”
“… what do you think about sort of the pre-obeying versus actually the administration cracking down on this? Well, it's precisely part of the autocratic playbook to create fear in citizens, but also in organizations like media organizations, because if everyone stands up and disobeys, then it's very hard for them to do something. So it's kind of the make an example, do something. This is the whole Jimmy Kimmel kind of early way of doing it and saying, we can hurt you very badly. And so everyone goes, okay, well, don't hurt me. Like maybe you hurt somebody else, but don't hurt me. And so, and this is precisely where I think as citizens, as leaders, it's like, look, when you're feeling fear for this is a time to kind of show courage. And I think that, you know, we all have a responsibility to humanity first and society and then to business in terms of doing it. And so how do we have a responsibility to society and doing this now? I found the Kimmel stuff bemusing because, you know, maybe for the first time ever, I found myself on the same side as Ted Cruz. I found myself on the same side as Tucker Carlson, who are both much smarter than a lot of these other crazy people who are supporting this …”
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Despite claims of its decline, San Francisco remains the only city with significant growth in VC-backed companies over the past three years. Experts argue that the city's unique network effects create a compounding advantage for startups, making it difficult for other cities like Miami and Austin to take its place. This insight challenges the narrative around the rise of new tech hubs and highlights the enduring strength of established ecosystems.
“… in the past few years. You think you want the Nicholsons and the Denzels of the world to be there, the true stars. But then they're going to have Jimmy Kimmel on stage as a presenter. So just imagine what that's going to be, standing ovation that could go on for maybe even three plus hours itself. Yeah, you know, I always wonder why the big, big stars avoid the night. And that maybe could be telling in and of itself. Yeah, who's going to tell us how to vote if the big stars are there? I mean, that's right. Honestly, when I look at the slate of films this year, there were some where when I read the …”
“… in the coverage, and Chris, maybe you can tell me if this is true or not. I heard that in terms of the Oscars show, there aren't really a lot of stars hosting the show or doing the... It's kind of a weak dais. Is that right? You know, it's been weak in the past few years. You think you want the Nicholsons and the Denzels of the world to be there, the true stars. But then they're going to have Jimmy Kimmel on stage as a presenter. So just imagine what that's going to be, standing ovation that could go on for maybe even three plus hours itself. Yeah, you know, I always wonder why the big, big stars avoid the night. And that maybe could be telling in and of itself. Yeah, who's going to tell us how to vote if the big stars are there? I mean, that's right. Honestly, when I look at the slate of films this year, there were some where when I read the logline, I was like, I feel like this could be interesting. and then it just really was disappointing. The biggest one that was like that for me was Hamnet. I'm a sucker for that sort of stuff. And so the fact that I found Hamnet intensely irritating and self-congratulatory was annoying to me because, again, when it comes to pretentious art that …”
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This year's Oscars could see unexpected wins, with one host suggesting that Ryan Coogler might snag Best Director for 'One Battle After Another.' Despite the buzz, many films have left viewers disappointed, particularly 'Hamnet,' which was criticized for its pretentiousness. The conversation dives into the unpredictability of the Oscars and the frustration over certain performances, especially Sean Penn's.
“1986, October. You're on your way home from a match. Do you remember that day? October 14th. I was coming. I wrestled Jimmy Garvin in a lumberjack match in Greenville South Carolina And Dick Murdoch rode back with me when I had a 911 Turbo Porsche It was my dream car from when I was a kid. I'd bought it. I'd had it about four or five months. And it was pouring down rain. And it was just horrible out. And we get all the way back to Charlotte. And we stop at the Bennegan's was like the watering hole where we all hung out. when we got back to town and we got back …”
“1986, October. You're on your way home from a match. Do you remember that day? October 14th. I was coming. I wrestled Jimmy Garvin in a lumberjack match in Greenville South Carolina And Dick Murdoch rode back with me when I had a 911 Turbo Porsche It was my dream car from when I was a kid. I'd bought it. I'd had it about four or five months. And it was pouring down rain. And it was just horrible out. And we get all the way back to Charlotte. And we stop at the Bennegan's was like the watering hole where we all hung out. when we got back to town and we got back before it closed. And I lived literally 10 minutes from there. And I said goodnight to him. I was heading home. I was coming down Sardis Road. And back then that was a two-lane road over there where Charlotte Christian School is. And there was a little dogleg turn in the two-lane road and there was a dip in it. and it was raining so hard that the water …”
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In October 1986, wrestling star Magnum T.A. faced a life-altering car accident that left him paralyzed and fighting for survival. After hydroplaning in a storm, he crashed into a telephone pole, leading to a dire prognosis from doctors. Despite the odds, his incredible recovery journey began, showcasing resilience and the power of support from friends and family.
“… certainly like within like the presidential regime. and that kind of provides you don't need to keep saying it out loud you know I mean like when Jimmy Kimmel came up and like told his yeah his his jokes like his late night jokes uh he's gonna hate this right and I was just it felt kind of like it feels a little glib and pat I think there's another thing too which is like everyone's sitting there going I don't want to be Adrian Brody right it's not even like I don't want to speak out for fear of career repercussions yeah it's it's a thing that's talked about a lot of like these aren't our elected …”
“… but like. There was just a definite definite feeling in the room more so this time of being like everyone understands, like everyone is like on an approximately same page about their feelings about what's happening in the world right now, at least certainly like within like the presidential regime. and that kind of provides you don't need to keep saying it out loud you know I mean like when Jimmy Kimmel came up and like told his yeah his his jokes like his late night jokes uh he's gonna hate this right and I was just it felt kind of like it feels a little glib and pat I think there's another thing too which is like everyone's sitting there going I don't want to be Adrian Brody right it's not even like I don't want to speak out for fear of career repercussions yeah it's it's a thing that's talked about a lot of like these aren't our elected officials these are like actors and creatives. And even if they're smart, they're not necessarily like political science majors. And if they get up there and give some like self-indulgent speech where they completely muddled their own point and the audience is like, what are they saying? What does that accomplish? Yeah. I feel like it was telling that …”
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At the 2026 Oscars, the first political speeches came from documentary winners, highlighting the relevance of their work amidst current global issues. The atmosphere in the room reflected a shared understanding of political sentiments, with presenters like Jimmy Kimmel facing the challenge of addressing serious topics without losing the audience's attention. Director Paul Thomas Anderson's acceptance speech encapsulated the struggle of the next generation, making a poignant statement about responsibility and the state of the world.
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Jimmy O. Yang reveals how his role in Crazy Rich Asians transformed his career, despite initial doubts about his casting. He fought for a part in a film that celebrated Asian representation, leading to unexpected friendships and a unique costume choice that became a personal souvenir. The film's success surprised everyone, but the joy of working with an all-Asian cast made it special regardless of box office numbers.
“… who are actually running the world. In their view, President Trump is never the decision maker. It's deeper, darker forces who are in true control. Jimmy Kimmel, right on cue, exemplified this last night when he thought it was absolutely hilarious to point out that Trump's actions in Iran are supposedly a distraction from the Epstein files. Because, of course, the conspiracy can't end with, you know, Jeffrey Epstein. Now entire wars are being started by the Epstein cabal. The same thing that those with Iranian propaganda syndrome and the people promoting it, like Iran, are saying. Here's Kimmel. Trump …”
“… fakes, real footage from past conflicts being passed off as new, or scenes from video games. Well, here's the thing. Iran has found pretty fertile ground for this PSYOP. Members of the grievance party eager to spread rumors of conspiratorial cabals who are actually running the world. In their view, President Trump is never the decision maker. It's deeper, darker forces who are in true control. Jimmy Kimmel, right on cue, exemplified this last night when he thought it was absolutely hilarious to point out that Trump's actions in Iran are supposedly a distraction from the Epstein files. Because, of course, the conspiracy can't end with, you know, Jeffrey Epstein. Now entire wars are being started by the Epstein cabal. The same thing that those with Iranian propaganda syndrome and the people promoting it, like Iran, are saying. Here's Kimmel. Trump claims we are way ahead of schedule on the war. He's got a schedule, which means it should be over just around the time we see his taxes and the rest of the Trump Epstein files. Ironically, this war he launched to distract us from those could turn out to be more damaging to him than the Trump Epstein files themselves. They're saying this could be …”
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Pro-Iran accounts are flooding social media with conspiracy theories linking Trump to Jeffrey Epstein, aiming to undermine support for U.S.-Israel military actions. This misinformation surge follows the assassination of Iran's supreme leader and includes dramatic yet fake footage of conflict, revealing a calculated psychological operation targeting global audiences. Even late-night shows are unwittingly amplifying these narratives, showcasing the pervasive influence of Iranian propaganda.
“… with the company for over 30 years, and when I started with the company, we were focused on energy efficiency. I'm one of the people that remembers Jimmy Carter saying to put your sweater on. I almost referenced that in the introduction there. And I know there's a lot of customers today that are struggling and that they're putting their sweaters on too, and I get that. But we energy-efficiencied our way through the 70s, 80s, 90s, 2000s. It wasn't really an investment in infrastructure. And in 2000, we actually had to deregulate and sell our generation. And that's where it went on a private side …”
“… in some cases it's federal government, but we're talking to our state legislators and the governor as well. I think it's something that needs a lot of attention. I also think that there's a balance that needs to happen. I mentioned before, I've been with the company for over 30 years, and when I started with the company, we were focused on energy efficiency. I'm one of the people that remembers Jimmy Carter saying to put your sweater on. I almost referenced that in the introduction there. And I know there's a lot of customers today that are struggling and that they're putting their sweaters on too, and I get that. But we energy-efficiencied our way through the 70s, 80s, 90s, 2000s. It wasn't really an investment in infrastructure. And in 2000, we actually had to deregulate and sell our generation. And that's where it went on a private side and without the regulation that it had. So we'd love to see re-regulation of some of it in terms of let the utilities get back into the generation market for renewables, for instance. Let us help out and then let the benefits of that generation come to customers in terms of affordable bills. Looking at the breakdown you've given me, to your point …”
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Customers are frustrated as their energy bills rise, while utility executives enjoy hefty salaries. RG&E leaders explain that they only control 40% of the bill, with the remaining 60% influenced by outside suppliers and government charges. They advocate for changes in regulation to help customers see more affordable rates amidst rising costs.
“… a very, very different conversation to have. But I get it. I get the argument both of you guys are making. Gavin Newsom blasted after agreeing with Kimmel California it's over-regular. It seemed like an admission of failure. Rob, do you have that clip? I do. Gavin Newsom and Jimmy Kimmel. By the way, Rob made a good point. Rob said he thinks this question that Jimmy Kimmel asked is because of Adam Carolla was asking this question. So Jimmy kind of duplicated the question. Go ahead, Rob. Why does it take so long to get things built here? I feel like, is California over-regulated? Because it feels …”
“… so many more of them. There is so many more of them, but the other guys get away because they have the power. And so they're using it for leverage and effectively, you know, the whole concept with Mark Epstein, Jeffrey Epstein, how Mossad, that's a very, very different conversation to have. But I get it. I get the argument both of you guys are making. Gavin Newsom blasted after agreeing with Kimmel California it's over-regular. It seemed like an admission of failure. Rob, do you have that clip? I do. Gavin Newsom and Jimmy Kimmel. By the way, Rob made a good point. Rob said he thinks this question that Jimmy Kimmel asked is because of Adam Carolla was asking this question. So Jimmy kind of duplicated the question. Go ahead, Rob. Why does it take so long to get things built here? I feel like, is California over-regulated? Because it feels like there are a lot of well-meaning laws, rules, etc. that get in the way of building your house, of opening a restaurant. I've experienced this myself. What do we do about that? No, I mean, we need a liberalism that builds, and we have to own that. And I'm very much part of this sort of new nomenclature we call this abundance agenda. And we've …”
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Powerful individuals often escape justice while ordinary people face dire consequences, revealing a disturbing truth about societal structures. In this discussion, the hosts highlight the difference between high-profile cases like Epstein and the everyday predators who remain unnoticed. They argue that the real problem lies in the pervasive presence of these figures, who exploit their power to evade accountability.
“… I don mean activism and maybe the traditional sense but maybe just a level of not being you know just resigning bystanders Yeah well I serious about Jimmy Kimmel I think it a Jimmy Kimmel moment for AI Okay Where Viacom when it lived thought okay no big deal I'm sorry, Disney. Disney. Wrong company. Wrong megacorp. Yeah, wrong late show. Disney thought, well, okay, so this is the obvious thing we got to do, so we'll do it. Okay, no big deal. we'll eat some crow with Kimmel and figure it out. Uh-uh. Uh-uh. Nope. Got into much hotter water then and gave them the cover and the courage to say no to the …”
“… they stand on this in ways that has really been in one sense encouraging. Right. From maybe a democratic process standpoint. I don't know if you want to call it that, but and another in terms of almost like a level of engagement and activism. And I don mean activism and maybe the traditional sense but maybe just a level of not being you know just resigning bystanders Yeah well I serious about Jimmy Kimmel I think it a Jimmy Kimmel moment for AI Okay Where Viacom when it lived thought okay no big deal I'm sorry, Disney. Disney. Wrong company. Wrong megacorp. Yeah, wrong late show. Disney thought, well, okay, so this is the obvious thing we got to do, so we'll do it. Okay, no big deal. we'll eat some crow with Kimmel and figure it out. Uh-uh. Uh-uh. Nope. Got into much hotter water then and gave them the cover and the courage to say no to the administration. So that's what's going to be interesting in all this. Yeah. Yeah. I do think European regulators are going to start speaking up too and saying, no, we don't want to use tools that are used to autonomously kill people. We don't want to use tools. And why are you just saying don't surveil Americans? Why don't you have the same standard …”
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Leaders today are grappling with unprecedented pressures from both governments and the public, particularly regarding ethical AI use. As European regulators push back against autonomous weapons, companies like Anthropic must navigate a complex landscape where their values are increasingly tested. This moment demands true leadership, as the populace expresses its views through their choices and actions.
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