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Join Paula Poundstone, co-host Adam Felber and a long list of characters, real and imaginary, on Nobody Listens To Paula Poundstone (the comedy podcast), a podcast taking the fun of a late-night show, the wit of a public radio show, and the knowledge of a guest experts while setting the volume to the max. Acerbic yet infectiously funny, Nobody Listens To Paula Poundstone (the comedy podcast) invites listeners into the audience of this absolutely ludicrous variety show, if they can follow along…or not.

Dec 12, 2024
Dear Crinkle Ep 17: Afraid to speak up. Updates: Kitty litter!
Join Paula’s manager, Bonnie Burns aka Captain Crinkle, Paula Poundstone, Adam Felber, and former pod producer Toni Anita Hull for Captain Crinkle’s sage advice. This week’s problems: “Should I stay or should I go?” Cleaning lady, scheming lady: “Should I speak up?” Kitty litter update!  Become part of the show.  Email your questions to dearcrinkle@gmail.com. Learn more ... Read More
Dec 10, 2024
Ep 335: Get Yer Yo-Yos Out!
What goes down… must come up. And what comes up this week is the venerable yo-yo. Yes, that’s going down. And with world-record yo-yo collector and expert Doc Lucky! And then, if you don’t know who HE is, guess who WE are. It’s a new round of Who Am I! ... Read More
Dec 5, 2024
Dear Crinkle Ep 16: Introvert married to an extrovert. A partner dragging his/her feet.
Join Paula’s manager, Bonnie Burns aka Captain Crinkle, Paula Poundstone, Adam Felber, and former pod producer Toni Anita Hull for Captain Crinkle’s sage advice. This week’s problems: Why do I have cold feet? and He who blabs most is the most blabby. Become part of the show.  Email your questions to dearcrinkle@gmail.com. Learn more about ... Read More
Dec 3, 2024
Ep 334: Veep Show with Joel Goldstein
Looking back, history may record the 2024 election as including 3 Veeps and a Creep. But what does history have to say about the other few dozen who’ve held the office? Joel Goldstein is here as our one-man Vice (President) squad. And then, as long as we’re looking into our ... Read More
Nov 28, 2024
Dear Crinkle Ep 15: Bossy sister, Missing the kids
Join Paula Poundstone, Adam Felber, Toni Anita Hull, and Captain Crinkle, for Captain Crinkle’s sage advice. This week’s problems: “My sister thinks she’s the boss of me” and “I barely see my kids.”  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices ... Read More
Nov 26, 2024
Ep 333: A Very “Gladiator” Thanksgiving
Should you check out the new epic “Gladiator II?” Well, at least it’s an epic that earns its Roman numeral. Need more context? It’s here with our annual Thanksgiving Movie Review of the original “Gladiator!” HOUSE BAND Chris Erickson SPONSORS Get Up to 50% OFF @honeylove by going to honeylove.com/PAULA! ... Read More
Nov 25, 2024
Listen Now: ‘Tis The Grinch Holiday Podcast
Christmas AGAIN?? Join the Grinch in stubbornly refusing the joys of the season with season 2 of ‘Tis The Grinch Holiday Podcast! Broadcasting straight from Whoville, with the help of his producer Cindy and loyal dog Max, Grinch is back to rant against Christmas cheer and roast celebrity guests like ... Read More
Nov 21, 2024
Dear Crinkle Ep 14: Whiney co-worker, Missing deceased husband.
Join Paula Poundstone, Adam Felber, Toni Anita Hull, and Captain Crinkle, for Captain Crinkle’s sage advice. This week’s problems: A complaining co-worker, How to stop comparing a new husband to a late husband.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices ... Read More
Nov 19, 2024
Ep 332: The First Thanksgiving with Richard Pickering
Okay, we know the stories we were told about Thanksgiving were… questionable, but what REALLY happened? Historian Richard Pickering paints with all the colors of the truth. And if that truth isn’t embarrassing enough, we’ve got you covered with our first-ever confessional tour or our Most Embarrassing Moments! GUEST Richard ... Read More
Nov 14, 2024
Dear Crinkle Ep 13: Tadpoles, Stinky cat litter.
Join Paula, Adam, TAH, and Obi-Wan Bonnobi for Captain Crinkle’s sage advice. This week’s problems: Tadpole in a fountain and cats stinking up the house. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices ... Read More
Nov 12, 2024
Ep 331: Katy Bowman Moves Us!
We just covered Paula as a mover, but what about moving Paula? Author/podcaster Katy Bowman drops in to drop wisdom about effective body movement. And once you’ve hacked your body, it’s time to do that for the rest of your life – a new Life Hacks with Captain Crinkle! GUEST ... Read More
Nov 7, 2024
Dear Crinkle Ep 12: Lousy parents, Picky eater.
Join Paula, Adam, TAH and Obi-Wan Bonnobi for Captain Crinkle’s sage advice. This week’s problems: Narcissistic parents and a sad foodie Mom.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices ... Read More
Nov 5, 2024
Ep 330: Mary Todd Lincoln with Valerie Gugala
Aside from her not being much of a theater buff in later life, do we know much about Mary Todd Lincoln? Well, Valerie Gugala does! And then, what’s next? Yes! It’s your Guest Suggestions. GUEST Valerie Gugala www.historicallyspeaking.us www.marylincolnscoterie.com HOUSE BAND Isabelle Bushkov SPONSORS Get 15% off OneSkin with the ... Read More
Oct 31, 2024
Dear Crinkle Ep 11: Drop by anytime, Stupid co-workers.
Join Paula, Adam, TAH and Obi-Wan Bonnobi for Captain Crinkle’s sage advice. This week’s problems: A pesky neighbor, and how to exist with stupid co-workers.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices ... Read More
Oct 29, 2024
Ep 329: Career Corner: Moving Day with Mike Porcaro
If comedy doesn’t work out, can Paula relocate to a career as a brawny mover? Mike Porcaro of Father & Son Moving and Storage is here to show her the ropes. And bungee cords. And padding. And then it’s time to pass the words for an epic Password Rematch! GUEST ... Read More
Oct 24, 2024
Dear Crinkle Ep 10: In-laws who are lousy house guests, Sticky guys.
Join Paula, Adam, TAH and Obi-Wan Bonnobi for Captain Crinkle’s sage advice. This week’s problems: In-laws who are lousy house guests, and a woman who wants to be a whole human being.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices ... Read More
Oct 22, 2024
Ep 328: Deep Dive with Ellen Prager and Dave Jones
We’ve got two ocean experts here to tell us about the deep blue sea – and how it fits into the deep doo-doo that is our changing climate. And then YOU pick us back up – it’s Mailbag! Pep Talk Edition.  GUEST Ellen Prager & Dave Jones Megalodons, Mermaids, & ... Read More
Oct 17, 2024
Dear Crinkle Ep 9: Married to a cad and To be or not to be
Summary: Join Paula, Adam, TAH and Obi-Wan Bonnobi for Captain Crinkle’s sage advice. This week’s problems: A crappy guy and a guy who wonders if he’s crazy.     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices ... Read More
Oct 15, 2024
Ep 327: Screening for Screen Addiction
Are our children spending too much time on screens? Well, if you’re reading this, YOU might be. We’ve got Matt Pulley and Randy Freiman from the Screen Time Action Network here to testify. And then we untangle right from wrong – on a new Paula Poundstone’s Ethicspalooza! GUEST Matt Pulley ... Read More
Oct 10, 2024
Dear Crinkle Ep 8: Worst interruptor, Can’t stand my brother-in-law.
Join Paula, Adam, TAH and Captain Crinkle for Captain Crinkle’s sage advice. Join Paula Poundstone, Adam Felber, TAH and Obi-Wan Bonnobi for Captain Crinkle’s sage advice. This week’s problems: A condescending, narcissistic brother-in-law, A wife who doesn’t listen.     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices ... Read More