HOST and GUEST

Host and Guest Episode 49: Evan Pilak of Peshtigo

2011-08-21T22:33:00.001-07:00

On this edition of the program, Rick is joined by Evan Pilak of the group Peshtigo. Peshtigo's music reflects the music of the 80s featured in knockoffs of John Hughes movies. Their first live show is Saturday, August 27th at the Cactus Club where they will perform first (aim to arrive around 9:30 if you're cool enough to attend). Their joke song "Permission to Party" was recently criticized by the Christian group ACNRA (http://acnra.wordpress.com/2011/08/03/peshtigo-terror/)
In addition to the interview, Evan also performed "Sad Song" from Peshtigo's eventual debut album.

Here's episode 49:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode49EvanPilakOfPeshtigo/Hostandpeshtigo.mp3

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Host and Guest Episode 48: At Latl

2010-08-23T10:52:00.000-07:00

On this edition of the program, Rick is joined by the band At Latl on the verge of the release of their debut album "Safe, Sound and Temporary". You can stream the entire album at http://atlatlband.bandcamp.com/album/safe-sound-and-temporary. On Wednesday, August 25th, the band will be playing an album release show at Yield, where the cover will be only $1. Yield is located at 1932 East Kenilworth Place.

FACT CHECK: D. Kent Watson is actually 22, not 21.

Here's Episode 48:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode48Atlatl/hostandguestepisodeatlatl.mp3

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Host and Guest Episode 47: John Mulaney

2010-07-15T10:01:00.000-07:00

On this edition of Host and Guest, Rick is joined by comedian John Mulaney. John is a standup comedian and a writer for Saturday Night Live. His debut album, The Top Part, was released on Comedy Central Records in 2009. For more information, be sure to check out his website http://www.johnmulaney.com/

Here's episode 47:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode47JohnMulaney/hostandguestepisode47.mp3

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Host and Guest Episode 46: Scott Aukerman

2010-06-25T14:55:00.000-07:00

On this edition of Host and Guest, Rick is joined by Scott Aukerman, the host and creator of Comedy Death Ray Radio. Scott was also a writer and performer on Mr. Show. You can catch the comedy showcase he co-created, Comedy Death Ray, every Tuesday at the UCB Theater in Los Angeles. To check out Comedy Death Radio, be sure to visit http://comedydeathrayradio.blip.tv/rss

Here's Episode 46:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode46ScottAukerman/hostandguestepisode46.mp3

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Host and Guest Episode 45: The Late Live Show

2010-06-16T11:14:00.000-07:00

On this edition of Host and Guest, Rick is joined by C.J. Toledano and Joe Kwaczala of the Late Live Show. The Late Live Show starts at Second City on June 26th. For more information, visit their website www.thelateliveshow.com and purchase advance tickets at http://secondcity.com/Training/chicago/Performances/Detail/254

Here's Episode 45:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode45TheLateLiveShow/hostandguestepisode45.mp3

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Host and Guest Episode 44: Paul F. Tompkins

2010-05-28T13:26:00.001-07:00

On this edition of Host and Guest, Rick is joined by comedian Paul F. Tompkins. You can purchase Paul's albums "Impersonal" and "Freak Wharf" at http://www.aspecialthing.com/store/index.htm. His upcoming EP "Sir, you have fooled me twice" will also be available for purchase soon on AST Records.

Paul's Comedy Central special "You Should Have Told Me", airs June 11th.

For more information about Paul, visit his website http://www.paulftompkins.com/

DISCLAIMER: Before we sat down at the restaurant for the interview, we made it perfectly clear up front that we were merely getting coffee and would not be eating.

Here's Episode 44:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode44PaulF.Tompkins/hostandguestepisode44.mp3

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Host and Guest Episode 43: Dan Telfer

2010-05-21T13:02:00.000-07:00

On this edition of Host and Guest, Rick is joined by comedian Dan Telfer. Dan's first EP, "Fossil Record" is coming out very soon on AST Records as part of a 3-pack with Greg Proops and Paul F. Tompkins. For more information about Dan, visit his website http://www.dantelfer.com/

If you want to see Dan during the Just For Laughs - Chicago festival, visit this link:
http://www.justforlaughschicago.com/justforlaughschicago/stories/story/0,,219221,00.html

Here's Episode 43:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode43DanTelfer/hostandguestepisode43.mp3

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Host and Guest Episode 42: Scott Adsit

2010-05-02T15:09:00.001-07:00

On this edition of Host and Guest, Rick is joined by Scott Adsit of 30 Rock, Mr. Show, Moral Orel, Mary Shelley's Frankenhole and Second City. Scott was in Chicago performing the show Celebrity Autobiography (http://www.celebrityautobiography.com/)

As recommended in the episode, be sure to check out Scott in the fantastic documentary Second to None (http://www.amazon.com/Second-None-10th-Anniversary-Special/dp/097036301X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=dvd&qid=1272838347&sr=8-1)

If you'd like to support Host and Guest, consider purchasing the book Mark Sanders' Tangential September (http://www.lulu.com/product/paperback/mark-sanders-tangential-september/6123477)

Here's the episode:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisodeForty-twoScottAdsit/Hostandguestepisode42.mp3

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Host and Guest: The Epic Tom Fuchs Two Parter...Part Two

2010-04-05T23:28:00.001-07:00

The RAW AUDIO version of Host and Guest continues and ends with the riveting 60+ minute conversation with Tom Fuchs about film.

As discussed in the episode, here is Fletcher Runyan: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3YCbZnfr04k

And here is the music video for "Every Little Step": http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IZ3j0XjTjs8

Here's the episode:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpicTomFuchs2010Part2/HostandguestEpicFuchs2010part2.mp3

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Host and Guest: The Epic Tom Fuchs Two Parter...Part One

2010-03-18T12:24:00.001-07:00

In this RAW AUDIO edition of Host and Guest, Tom Fuchs breaks down his favorite films from 2009 that made less during their entire run than Avatar did its opening day. However, there are exceptions to the rule, so the premise is kind of pointless.

http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestTheEpicTomFuchsShowPartOne/HostandguestEpicFuchs2010part1.mp3

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Host and Guest Episode 41: The 2009 Holiday Extravaganza

2009-12-18T08:33:00.000-08:00

On a very special edition of Host and Guest, Rick celebrates the most wonderful time of the year with a cavalcade of guests including Ira Glass, Chuck Klosterman, Bob Odenkirk, Jimmy Pardo, Andy Daly, Matt Belknap, Dan Wilson, Morgan Taylor, Nathan Rabin, TJ Jagodowski and David Pasquesi, Team Submarine, Matt Braunger, The Found Footage Festival, Tom Fuchs, Lee Rowley, Aaron Kopec, and Dick Chudnow

If you'd like to support Host and Guest and want something more tangible than the hours of audio entertainment, please purchase Rick Katschke's first book "Mark Sanders' Tangential September" available for purchase at: http://www.lulu.com/product/paperback/mark-sanders-tangential-september/6123477

Download the holiday extravaganza:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode41TheHolidayExtravaganza/Hostandguestholidayextravaganza.mp3

Host and Guest Episode 40: Josh Modell

2009-11-17T13:59:00.001-08:00

On the 40th episode of Host and Guest, Rick is joined by Josh Modell from the Onion A.V. Club and Spin Magazine. The A.V. Club has just released their second book, titled "Inventory. For more information on Inventory, be sure to check out: http://www.avclub.com/inventorybook/

You can read Josh's work at http://www.avclub.com/ and at http://www.spin.com/writers/josh-modell

Here's Episode 40:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode40JoshModell/hostandguestepisode40.mp3

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Host and Guest Episode 39: Morgan Taylor (Gustafer Yellowgold)

2009-10-26T15:58:00.000-07:00

On this edition of Host and Guest, Rick is joined by Morgan Taylor, the singer, songwriter and illustrator behind Gustafer Yellowgold. For more information about Gustafer Yellowgold, be sure to visit http://www.gustaferyellowgold.com/. The songs sampled on this episode are from Gustafer Yellowgold's Wide Wild World.

Here's Episode 39:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode39MorganTaylor/hostandguestepisode39.mp3

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Host and Guest Episode 38: Aaron Kopec

2009-10-22T03:04:00.000-07:00

On this edition of the show, Rick is joined by Aaron Kopec of the Alchemist Theatre. Aaron is the director of their current production "Dracula: The Undead", which runs Thursdays-Saturdays until November 7th. Tickets for the show can be purchased at http://www.alchemisttheatre.com/index.cfm?fuse=viewShow&showId=65

For more information about the Alchemist, be sure to visit http://bayviewlounge.com and http://www.alchemisttheatre.com/index.cfm?fuse=home

Here's episode 38:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode38AaronKopec/hostandguestepisode38.mp3

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Host and Guest Episode 37: Jeremy Messersmith

2009-10-13T13:34:00.000-07:00

On the thirty seventh edition of Host and Guest (THIRTY-SEVEN!?), Rick is joined by Twin Cities singer/songwriter Jeremy Messersmith. You can check out Jeremy's music at his website http://jeremymessersmith.com/. Sign up for his mailing list and you'll get a free digital copy of his first album, The Alcatraz Kid. Due to rising noise in the original recording spot, there is an edit midway through the interview as locations were shifted.

Here's Episode 37:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode37JeremyMessersmith/hostandguestepisode37.mp3

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Host and Guest Episode 36: Dan Wilson

2009-09-21T14:58:00.000-07:00

For the one year anniversary of Host and Guest, Rick is joined by Grammy winning singer-songwriter Dan Wilson. Dan Wilson is a member of the band Semisonic that created the hit single "Closing Time". He was also a member of the band Trip Shakespeare. For more information on Dan, be sure to visit his website http://www.danwilsonmusic.com/

Here's Episode 36:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode36DanWilson/hostandguestepisodethirtysix.mp3

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Host and Guest Episode 35: Matt Besser

2009-09-01T14:12:00.000-07:00

On this edition of Host and Guest, Rick is joined by Matt Besser of the Upright Citizen's Brigade. This was recorded in advance of the Del Close Marathon in August.

For more information, be sure to check out http://mattbesser.com/ and http://www.ucbtheatre.com/ and http://www.ucbcomedy.com/ and http://www.uprightcitizens.org/

Here's episode 35:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode35MattBesser_276/hostandguestepisode35.mp3

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Host and Guest Episode 34: Joe Dante

2009-08-19T13:52:00.000-07:00

On this historic edition of Host and Guest, Rick is joined by his favorite film director Joe Dante. Joe's directed films such as Gremlins, Gremlins 2: The New Batch, Innerspace, The Howling, Matinee, The 'burbs, Explorers, Looney Tunes: Back in Action and Small Soldiers. His new film is called The Hole and will be in theaters in 2010. Be sure to check out Joe's project, Trailers From Hell at http://trailersfromhell.com/

Also, this episode contains the first ever Host and Guest contest. Count how many teams I say "special screening" and e-mail me at hostandguest AT gmail.com The first person with the correct amount wins a special Host and Guest Prize!

Here's Episode 34:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode34JoeDante/hostandguestepisodethirtyfour.mp3

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Host and Guest Episode 33: Joe Ewert

2009-08-06T08:53:00.000-07:00

On the thirty-third edition of Host and Guest, a sick Rick Katschke bids farewell to his friend, sports writer Joe Ewert before Joe relocates to Iowa.

Here's Episode 33:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode33JoeEwert/hostandguestepisode33.mp3

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Host and Guest Episode 32: Nathan Rabin

2009-07-24T17:45:00.000-07:00

On the 32nd edition of Host and Guest, Rick is joined by Nathan Rabin, the head writer of the Onion AV Club (http://www.avclub.com/). Nathan is also the author of the book The Big Rewind: A Memoir Brought to You By Pop Culture (http://www.amazon.com/Big-Rewind-Memoir-Brought-Culture/dp/1416556206/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1248482842&sr=8-1)

Here's Episode 32:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode32NathanRabin/hostandguestepisode32.mp3

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Host and Guest Episode 31: Matt Braunger

2009-07-14T10:08:00.000-07:00

Rick is joined by comedian Matt Braunger who just released his debut album Soak Up the Night. For more information about Matt, be sure to visit his website http://www.mattbraunger.com/ You can also check out his show with Matt Dwyer, MATTs Radio at http://www.mattsradio.com/

Soak Up the Night is available for download at both Amazon and iTunes.

Here's Episode 31:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode31MattBraunger/hostandguestepisode31.mp3

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Host and Guest Episode 30: TJ and Dave

2009-07-04T13:18:00.000-07:00

On the 30th edition of Host and Guest, Rick is joined by TJ Jagodowski and David Pasquesi...the two men that behind the "World's Greatest Improv Duo" - Rick Katschke, Host and Guest.

A documentary about the pair, Trust Us, This is All Made Up, recently was shown at the SXSW Film Festival. For more information about TJ and Dave, visit their website http://tjanddave.com/ and for more information about the film, visit http://www.trustusfilm.com/index.html.

You can also purchase individual TJ and Dave shows of their performances at the iO by getting in touch with Aadam Jacobs through http://www.myspace.com/tjanddavedvds If you're interested, the show they did after the interview is from 7/1/2009 and titled "Used Car Salesmen"

Here's Episode 30:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode30TjAndDave/hostandguestepisodethirty.mp3

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Host and Guest Episode 29: Dick Chudnow

2009-06-30T15:08:00.001-07:00

Rick is joined by the founder of Comedysportz, Dick Chudnow as he prepares for the upcoming Comedysportz Tournament in Milwaukee from July 9th-11th.

Here's Episode 29:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode29DickChudnow/hostandguestepisode29.mp3

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Host and Guest Episode 28: John Hartman

2009-06-18T12:10:00.000-07:00

Rick is joined by Chicago performer and improviser John Hartman, who is finishing up the run of his one-man show "Your Friends and Enemies" at the Annoyance Theater in Chicago.

Here's Episode 28:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode28JohnHartman/hostandguestepisode28.mp3

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Host and Guest Episode 27: Davy Rothbart

2009-05-26T11:19:00.000-07:00

Rick is joined by Davy Rothbart, the point guard for the incredible Found Magazine. You can submit your own found treasures to the magazine through their website http://foundmagazine.com/ . I spoke to Davy at the Lakeshore Theater in Chicago in the midst of his tour promoting the new Found book, Requiem for a Paper Bag (http://www.amazon.com/Requiem-Paper-Bag-Celebrities-Civilians/dp/1416560548)

Here's Episode 27:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode27DavyRothbart/hostandguestepisodetwentyseven.mp3

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Host and Guest Episode 26: Drew Steck

2009-05-05T22:02:00.000-07:00

Rick is joined by his co-star from the Internet's Maximum Potential and frequent collaborator Drew Steck.

http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode26DrewSteck/hostandguestepisode26.mp3

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Host and Guest Episode 25: Susan Messing

2009-04-21T23:07:00.001-07:00

Rick is joined by Susan Messing of Second City, the iO and the Annoyance Theater. Susan currently stars in her own show Messing With a Friend, which can be seen Thursday nights at the Annoyance Theater in Chicago. For more information about Messing With a Friend, check this out: http://www.annoyanceproductions.com/messingwithafriend/index.shtml. For more information about Susan, she is on Facebook and Myspace, both viable options for social networking.

Here's Episode 25:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode25SusanMessing/hostandguestepisode25.mp3

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Host and Guest Episode 24: Greg Proops

2009-04-09T20:56:00.000-07:00

Rick is joined by comedian, actor, voice actor and improviser Greg Proops. Greg will have a new album out on AST Records later this year. You can follow what Greg is up to over at his website, http://gregproops.com/

Here's Episode 24:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode24GregProops/hostandguestepisode24.mp3

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Host and Guest Episode 23: Eef Barzelay

2009-03-31T22:46:00.000-07:00

Rick is joined by musician Eef Barzelay of the band Clem Snide. Eef's sophomore solo album "Lose Big" was released in 2008, while the latest Clem Snide disc "Hungry Bird" arrived in February. For more information, check out the following: http://www.myspace.com/clemsnide
http://www.myspace.com/eefbarzelay
http://clemsnide.com/

Here's Episode 23:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode23EefBarzelay/hostandguestepisode23.mp3

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Host and Guest Episode 22: Joe Bill

2009-03-24T21:42:00.000-07:00

Rick is joined by Joe Bill of the improv duo Bassprov. Joe has performed all over the country and was a founding member of the Annoyance Theater. For more information, check out Bassprov at http://www.myspace.com/bassprov. You can also check out Joe's personal myspace at http://www.myspace.com/mrjoebill

Here's Episode 22:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode22JoeBill/Hostandguestepisode22.mp3

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Host and Guest Episode 21: Matt Belknap

2009-03-16T21:47:00.001-07:00

On the 21st edition of Host and Guest, Rick is joined by Matt Belknap, the producer of the hit podcast Never Not Funny. Matt also started the website www.aspecialthing.com and its record label, AST Records. For more information on Never Not Funny, be sure to visit www.pardcast.com

Here's Episode 21:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode21MattBelknap/hostandguestepisode21.mp3

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Host and Guest Episode 20: Tom Fuchs (part 2 of 2)

2009-03-11T23:46:00.000-07:00

Tom Fuchs of CHUD.com fame returns to finish what he started. But will he? Can he?

Here's episode 20:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode20TomFuchsPart2/Hostandguestepisode20.mp3

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Host and Guest Episode 19: Tom Fuchs (part 1 of 2)

2009-03-03T20:52:00.000-08:00

Rick is joined by CHUD.com writer Tom Fuchs in the first half of an exciting two-part interview.
You can check out Tom's reviews at www.chud.com

Here's Episode 19:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode19TomFuchsPartOne/hostandguestepisode19.mp3

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Host and Guest Episode 18: Broadminded

2009-02-24T23:13:00.000-08:00

After a multi-week layoff, Host and Guest returns with its first ever female guests: Melissa Kingston and Megan McGee of the Milwaukee sketch comedy group Broadminded. Broadminded will be performing at the Alchemist Theater with their new show Blue Plate Special through March 14th. Tickets can be purchased at http://www.alchemisttheatre.com
For more information about Broadminded, visit http://broadmindedcomedy.com/

Here's Episode 18:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode18Broadminded/hostandguestepisode18.mp3

Host and Guest Episode 17: Eddie Furman

2009-02-02T23:04:00.000-08:00

Rick is joined by Second City Alum and Annoyance Theater co-founder Eddie Furman. Eddie co-wrote the upcoming Second City Chicago production "Rod Blagojevich Superstar". Tickets for the show can be purchased at http://www.secondcity.com/ Eddie also writes and stars in videos by the New Beveraging Federation which can be viewed at http://www.funnyordie.com/newbeveragingfederation

Here's Episode 17:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode17EddieFurman_586/Hostandguestepisode17.mp3

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Host and Guest Episode 16: Mick Napier

2009-01-25T21:00:00.000-08:00

On the sixteenth edition of the show, Rick is joined by Mick Napier of the Annoyance Theater in Chicago. Mick has also directed numerous revues at Second City in Chicago, along with the feature film Fatty Drives the Bus. His book "Improvise: Scene from the Inside Out" is a wonderful tool for advanced improvisers. For more information about Mick and The Annoyance Theater, visit http://www.micknapier.com or http://www.theannoyance.com

Here's Episode 16:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode16MickNapier/hostandguestepisode16.mp3

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Host and Guest Episode 15: Brad Gage

2009-01-21T20:21:00.000-08:00

On the fifteenth edition of Host and Guest, Rick is joined by rising upstart filmmaker Brad Gage.

You can check out Brad on the television series Off The Wire at http://offthewire.tv

His film Hard Tough Kill Time can be viewed on Youtube:
Part 1: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dSqqTb5YRMw
Part 2: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TUOznBfqvyw&feature=related

Here's Episode 15:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode15BradGage/hostandguestepisodefifteen.mp3

Host and Guest Episode 14: Team Submarine with Paul Brittain

2009-01-12T20:47:00.000-08:00

Rick is joined by Nate Fernald and Steve O'Brien of the comedy duo Team Submarine. You can learn more about them by visiting their website http://www.teamsubmarine.net/

In addition, comedian Paul Brittain makes a cameo appearance. For more information about Mr. Brittain's show -"Sex" Ed Vincent - at the Improv Olympic, visit http://chicago.ioimprov.com/io/shows/64

SEPTEMBER 2010 UPDATE: Paul Brittain is now a cast member of Saturday Night Live. Cool, huh?

Here's Episode 14:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode14TeamSubmarine/hostandguestepisode14.mp3

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Episode Guide

2009-01-07T09:47:00.000-08:00

Host and Guest Episode 13: Eric Price

2009-01-05T22:54:00.000-08:00

In the first episode of 2009, Rick is joined by comedian Eric Price who just wrapped his work on MADtv. You can check out some of Eric's work on his Myspace page at http://myspace.com/priceofcomedy

Here's Episode 13:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode13EricPrice/hostandguestepisode13.mp3

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Host and Guest Episode 12: Tom Clark

2008-12-30T20:20:00.000-08:00

On the final episode of 2008, Rick is joined by comedian Tom Clark. You can learn about Tom's upcoming appearances and information on how to purchase his cd "Timeless Classic" and his DVD "Awkward Moments with Tom Clark " by visiting his website http://www.tomclark.com

Here's Episode 12:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode12TomClark/hostandguestepisode12.mp3

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Host and Guest: Holiday Edition 2008

2008-12-25T20:31:00.000-08:00

In this non-cannon entry of Host and Guest, Rick is joined by Andy Berman, Carl Habermehl and Mike Schmalz of the Robot Breakdancing Union as they promote their upcoming podcast "The Robot Breakdancing Union Anthology". You can learn more about RBU at http://www.myspace.com/robotbreakdancingunion

Happy Holidays from everyone here at Host and Guest...meaning me, Rick Katschke! Thanks for listening!

Here's the Holiday Edition of Host and Guest:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestHolidayEdition2008/HostandguestChristmaswithRBU.mp3

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Host and Guest Episode 11: Glen Phillips

2008-12-15T23:35:00.000-08:00

Rick is joined by musician Glen Phillips, best known for his work with the band Toad the Wet Sprocket. You can learn more about Glen by visiting his website at http://glenphillips.com/

His recent project Plover is available at: http://plovermusic.com/

For information on his upcoming album with Works Progress Administration, visit their Mypsace page at http://www.myspace.com/wpaband

Here's Episode 11:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode11GlenPhillips/Hostandguestepisode11.mp3

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Episode 10: Stella (David Wain, Michael Ian Black, Michael Showalter)

2008-12-08T23:12:00.000-08:00

Rick sits down with the comedy group Stella after their performance at the Vic Theater in Chicago. You can check out all the pertinent information about Stella at their website http://www.stellacomedy.com

You can also visit the individual websites of David Wain, Michael Showalter and Michael Ian Black at the following links:

http://www.davidwain.com/
http://www.michaelshowalter.net/
http://michaelianblack.typepad.com/

Here's Episode 10:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode10Stella/hostandguestepisode10.mp3

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Host and Guest Episode 9: Patrick Schmitz

2008-11-30T20:34:00.000-08:00

In this very barebones edition of Host and Guest, Rick is joined by Patrick Schmitz. the writer and director of the play Rudolph The Pissed Off Reindeer. Tickets can be purchased at http://www.freewebs.com/alchemistlounge/rudolph.htm Hopefully my computer crisis will be over soon and the show will be back to normal. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode9PatrickSchmitz/hostandguestepisode9.mp3

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Thanksgiving Break

2008-11-25T12:30:00.000-08:00

Dear listeners,

There is no episode this week due to a frantic past two weeks of working where I have not had the chance to venture out into the world of comedians and musicians. I had recorded a five minute "Host and Guestless" episode, but decided that it really was of no value and I did not want to diminish the entity of "Host and Guest". From my vantage point, I don't foresee another break happening until April, but it all boils down to which guests I'm able to get on the show. Worst case scenario, maybe we'll take a breather every eight to ten weeks.

But, if you are feeling empty, head on over to http://internetsmaximumpotential.blogspot.com/ and listen to the entire series Drew Steck and I made earlier this year. Each episode is just over an hour, so it is substantially longer.

Be sure to enjoy your Thanksgiving. My big advice is to not eat a whole lot on Wednesday, because it enhances the enjoyment of eating so much on Thursday and Friday. Just my two cents.

Talk to you next week,
Rick Katschke

Host and Guest Episode 8: John Munson

2008-11-18T00:33:00.000-08:00

Rick is overjoyed to be joined by John Munson of The New Standards, Semisonic, Trip Shakespeare, the Flops and the Twilight Hours. For more information on the New Standards, visit http://thenewstandards.com/ and for the Twilight Hours, check out http://www.thetwilighthours.com/ This episode features special audible appearances by Chan Poling and Steve Roehm.

Here's Episode 8
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode8JohnMunson/hostandguestepisode8.mp3

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Slight delay on Episode 8

2008-11-17T23:57:00.001-08:00

Usually we have an episode up every Monday night at the latest, but archive.org is having some trouble right now. Sorry folks, it should be fixed by tuesday.

Host and Guest Episode 7: D. Kent Watson

2008-11-10T18:47:00.000-08:00

In the longest show yet, Rick is joined by D. Kent Watson of Atlatl and Buffalo E.I and Greg. You can listen to Atlatl at http://www.myspace.com/atlatlband and you can check out the sounds of Buffalo E.I. and Greg at the very long html link of http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendID=7964181

Here's Episode 7:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode7D.KentWatson/hostandguestepisode7.mp3

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Host and Guest Episode 6: The Alloy Orchestra

2008-11-03T06:13:00.000-08:00

Rick is joined by Ken Winokur, the director of the Alloy Orchestra. The Alloy Orchestra is a three-man ensemble that write and perform accompaniment for classic silent films. For more information on the Alloy Orchestra, including performance dates and information on purchasing CDs and DVDs featuring their music, visit http://www.alloyorchestra.com/

Here's Episode 6:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode6AlloyOrchestra_636/Hostandguestepisode6.mp3

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Host and Guest Episode 5: The Found Footage Festival

2008-10-27T04:38:00.000-07:00

Rick is joined by Nick Prueher and Joe Pickett of the Found Footage Festival. You can purchase all 3 volumes of the Found Footage Festival at http://www.foundfootagefest.com/. You can also learn more about Nick and Joe's movie "Dirty Country" at http://www.dirtycountrymovie.com/

Here's Episode 5:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode5FoundFootageFestival/hostandguestfifthepisode.mp3

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Host and Guest Episode 4: Chris Hardwick

2008-10-19T23:10:00.001-07:00

Rick is joined by comedian Chris Hardwick. Chris was the host of the MTV game show"Singled Out" which he hosted with both Jenny McCarthy and Carmen Electra during the mid-90s. He currently appears on G4's "Attack of the Show" and authors the popular blog, The Nerdist. Chris is also one half of the band Hard 'N Phirm.

Here's Episode 4:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode4ChrisHardwick/Hostandguestepisode4.mp3

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Host and Guest Episode 3: The Sklar Brothers

2008-10-12T13:44:00.000-07:00

On the third installment of Host and Guest, Rick is joined by Randy and Jason Sklar. The Sklar Brothers currently star in the web series, Back On Topps, which is a mix of their ESPN Classic show Cheap Seats and Arrested Development. You can watch Back on Topps at http://www.backontopps.com/. Their most recent cd, Sklar Maps, is available on iTunes and at http://www.aspecialthing.com/

Here's Episode 3:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode3TheSklarBrothers/Hostandguestepisode3.mp3

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Love the closing theme song? Be sure to check out Tinyfolk

2008-10-07T10:20:00.000-07:00

Tinyfolk created the closing theme song. You can check out his entire catalogue of music, all for free, at http://www.cllct.com

Host and Guest Episode 2: Jimmy Pardo

2008-10-05T13:11:00.000-07:00

In the second episode, Rick is joined by comedian Jimmy Pardo of the podcast Never Not Funny (http://www.pardcast.com/). You can purchase Jimmy's cd, Pompous Clown, on iTunes and at http://www.aspecialthing.com/. For more information on Jimmy Pardo, visit his website http://www.jimmypardo.com/

Here's Episode 2:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode2JimmyPardo/Hostandguestepisode2.mp3

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Host and Guest Episode 1: D.A. Wallach (of Chester French)

2008-09-27T12:15:00.000-07:00

In the first episode of Host and Guest, host Rick Katschke is joined by D.A. Wallach of the band Chester French. Chester French's album, "Love the Future", will be released on Star Trak/Interscope in February 2009. You can check them out at http://www.myspace.com/chesterfrench

Here's Episode 1:
http://www.archive.org/download/HostAndGuestEpisode1D.a.Wallach/Hostandguestepisode1.mp3

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Host and Guest to begin imminently!

2008-09-22T11:07:00.000-07:00

Don't miss the origin story of Host and Guest, hopefully available to all by the end of this week/beginning of next week.

"Host and Guest" Coming Soon...

2008-07-11T15:31:00.001-07:00

"Host and Guest", a new podcast by Rick Katschke is coming soon. The first season will begin after the current run of "The Internet's Maximum Potential" finishes up in August. In the meantime, continue to enjoy that program.