Throwing Shade
Erin Gibson and Bryan Safi host this late night series from Funny or Die based on their hit podcast, bringing their unique perspective on everything from politics to the latest pop culture nonsense.
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Throwing Shade #64: Halloween & Gone Girl
Happy Halloqueen! This year, Erin and Bryan are giving you three looks: classic Halloween realness, True Detective realness, and Gone Girl realness. But that's not nearly as spooky as how the Vatican feels about female bishops or how Republican Congressman from Texas Louie Gohmert feels about gays. Spooky! Listen to the full episode here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/throwing-shade/id479583266?mt=2
Throwing Shade #80: Dakota Johnson & Alabama's Gay Marriage Problem
Erin saw 'Fifty Shades of Grey'! Bryan saw 'Steel Magnolias'! Plus, South Carolina has a huge problem with women in politics and gay marriage in Alabama is a huge mess! M'Lynn would be so sad. Listen to the full episode here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/throwing-shade/id479583266?mt=2
Throwing Shade #79: Fifty Shades of Grey & The Grammys
Are you seeing 50 Shades? Did you see what Kanye did to Beck at the Grammys? Bryan and Erin did, and they have some soft opinions on both of them. Plus, an ex-gay blogger named Matt Moore defended the conservative church's views on gays by saying "we're not as bad as ISIS." And hedge fund founder Jonathan Hoenig went on Fox News to say that government intrusion with vaccines would lead to forced abortion. Fun? Fun. Listen to the full episode here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/throwing-shade/id479583266?mt=2
Throwing Shade #78: The Super Bowl & Kristen Stewart
Erin and Bryan watched the big game but can only talk about that creepy Nationwide commercial, the inspiring McDonald's ad, and the terrifying sharks in the Katy Perry performance. Plus, the author of The Thorn Birds died, but her obituaries just talked about how basic and fat she was. And Kristen Stewart is maybe in a relationship with a woman, and we should all care. But the biggest news? Erin got a dog! Listen to the full episode here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/throwing-shade/id479583266?mt=2
Throwing Shade #77: The Bachelor & Gay Marriage In Alabama
This week, Bryan tried dumpster diving for the first time and then watched 'The Bachelor' and Erin watched 'Cats' stone-cold sober. What a week. Also, Alabama wants to ban not just gay marriages but every marriage and the GOP is back again trying to ban abortion with the Pain Capable Unborn Child Protection Act! And one of their own, GOP Congresswoman Renee Elmers is trying to stop it. Good luck everybody with everything! Listen to the full episode here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/throwing-shade/id479583266?mt=2
Throwing Shade #76: Pot Cookies & Jennifer Aniston
It's time to sit back, relax, and pop open your very best plastic bottle of Chardonnay. This week, Erin takes a new political party in Britain called Justice for Men and Boys (J4MB) to task. And Bryan looks at the biggest gay marriage case that the Supreme Court will hear. Will it be the biggest gay decision ever in America? Will Bryan and Erin watch "Cake?" Do either of them know what clam-diggers are? Find out now! Listen to the full episode here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/throwing-shade/id479583266?mt=2
Throwing Shade #75: Jeb Bush & Benedict Cumberbatch
Have you seen 'The Imitation Game' and wondered how it relates to Apple computers? Find out! Plus, Florida now has gay marriage! And presidential hopeful Jeb Bush has a lot to say about it, none of it good. Then, Erin looks at Revlon's shady and allegedly racist business practices. And ... 'The Bachelor' is back! So be sure to not waste your time by watching it. Listen to the full episode here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/throwing-shade/id479583266?mt=2
Throwing Shade #74: "My Husband's Not Gay" and Resolutions
It's 2015! And Erin has made a resolution this year - no more rusted bitches. Plus, she sheds light on a new advice book for women written by 8 men - WRITTEN BY EIGHT MEN - called "Single Woman/Married Woman," and Bryan looks at TLC's controversial new reality show "My Husband's Not Gay." Guess what? He is. Listen to the full episode here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/throwing-shade/id479583266?mt=2
Throwing Shade #73: Happy New Year & Cameron Carpenter
Have you seen the video of organist Cameron Carpenter? It will make you feel every emotion ever, mostly horror/titillation. Plus, Bryan looks at a gay kiss-in at Burger King and Erin looks at gendered products, including pickles for girls! Listen to the full episode here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/throwing-shade/id479583266?mt=2
Throwing Shade #72: Merry Christmas & Star Wars
This week, Erin and Bryan exchange Christmas gifts! Then, Bryan talks about the gay Santa Claus in Morgan Spurlock's new documentary I Am Santa Claus, and Erin looks at sexual harassment at Zillow.com. Plus, they talk about the new Star Wars Trailer. For 10 seconds. Listen to the full episode here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/throwing-shade/id479583266?mt=2
Throwing Shade #71: Dragon Age & British Porn
This week, Bryan takes a look at the very gay and trans-friendly game Dragon Age: Inquisition. Plus, Erin looks at new British laws that are trying to censor porn. But that's nothing compared to what's happening in Manhattan Beach. Aaron Sorkin, are you listening? Listen to the full episode here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/throwing-shade/id479583266?mt=2
Throwing Shade #70: Pregnant Women & PDA
Erin and Bryan came back from a trip to Miami, and it really changed Erin for the worse. Plus, the Supreme Court discusses rights for pregnant workers and a preacher named Steven Anderson called for the execution of gays. Also, is "dim sum" a euphemism for "penis"? Listen to the full episode here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/throwing-shade/id479583266?mt=2
Throwing Shade #69: Barbie & Gay Video Games
Happy Peter Pan Live Eve! On this Throwing Shade, a video game called "Ass Hunter" was removed by Google Play for being the most controversial game since Nintendo's Duck Hunt. And, Barbie tries to work in computer science...but fails miserably. Plus, where are Bryan's Madonna and Liza posters? Find out now! Listen to the full episode here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/throwing-shade/id479583266?mt=2
Throwing Shade #68: Thanksgiving & the Duggars
Happy Thanksgiving! At least you're not spending it with the Duggars from TLC's '19 Kids and Counting,' who love turkey more than gay people. Or with CNN's Don Lemon, who shames women who come forward about being harassed by Bill Cosby (allegedly). See? Your family is way more functional than anyone on cable television! Listen to the full episode here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/throwing-shade/id479583266?mt=2
Throwing Shade #67: Dumb & Dumber & Fox News
Bryan just got back from Texas, where he watched nothing but Fox News and the trailer for Fifty Shades of Grey. Also, gay men aren't totally banned from giving blood anymore and Old Navy is over-charging plus-size ladies for their jeans. Which is not so fair and balanced. Listen to the full episode here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/throwing-shade/id479583266?mt=2
Throwing Shade #66: Gay Starbucks & Anti-Rape Face
This week, Throwing Shade checks out a new app called The Hormone Horoscope, Starbucks has allegedly become ground zero for Ebola and gay sex, and Erin takes a look at the anti–rape face meme. Plus, can you name your favorite farmer's market? Or Tina Turner's autobiography? If yes, then you've got what it takes. Listen to the full episode here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/throwing-shade/id479583266?mt=2
Throwing Shade #65: Tim Cook & The Straight Out Report
Apple's CEO Tim Cook came out of the closet, which made the entire country of Russia lose its mind. Plus, the co-hosts from "The Straight Out Report" on Logo (Friday nights at 10pm) swing by to play a game of Celebrity Net Worth. Who's got more money - Jolie or Aniston?! It will definitely be the most important thing you will learn today. Listen to the full episode here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/throwing-shade/id479583266?mt=2
Throwing Shade #63: The Biggest Loser & Pink-Washing
If you've ever wanted to see a wig with teeth, you've come to the right place. In addition to showing off toothy hair extensions, Erin tackles the ridiculous things people sell in the name of breast cancer, and Bryan looks at fitness guru Jillian Michaels' recent comments that she sometimes wishes she wasn't gay. Also, do you buy your jewelry at the grocery store? Listen to the full episode here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/throwing-shade/id479583266?mt=2
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Throwing Shade #62: Heat Waves and Masturbating Tattoos
The last moment of the heat wave exposed Erin to a man with a masturbating tattoo and Bryan to a move in situation with his boyfriend. In importanter news, Nicholas Sparks, soft focus romance purveyor, opened a school only for white straight Christians in linen and Erin reads Alabama to filth for going too far in the pro-life battle. Listen to the full episode here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/throwing-shade/id479583266?mt=2
Throwing Shade #61: Communes & Vagina Massage
Have you ever had an earth witch on a commune stand across from you and massage herself from her legs to her vagina to her chest without breaking eye contact? Then you and Erin have a ton in common this week. Also, a lesbian teacher was fired from her school for getting pregnant and did you know that women only make up less than 10 percent of all statues in the U.S.? Sad but true but dumb. Listen to the full episode here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/throwing-shade/id479583266?mt=2
Throwing Shade #60: Clown Sex & Hustlers
Would you have sex in clown makeup for $50? No, that's not the plot of Dolphin Tale 2. It's an actual bet Bryan made with Erin. Also, Erin gets a performance review from Bryan to see if Fortune Magazine was correct when they reported that women get reviewed very differently than men. Plus, did you know that Caesar was a bottom? Listen to the full episode here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/throwing-shade/id479583266?mt=2
Throwing Shade #59: Michael Sam & Kimbra
The NFL's first openly gay player, Michael Sam, is off the Rams! But ESPN had the real scoop — he never made showering awkward. News. Also, the singer-songwriter Kimbra joins Erin and Bryan to talk "Somebody that I Used to Know," winning a Grammy, and flying Emirates Airlines. Also, how many famous broccoli cartoons can you name? Listen to the full episode here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/throwing-shade/id479583266?mt=2
Throwing Shade #58: Ice Bucket Challenge & Tanlines
Erin challenged Bryan to throw ice for ALS! So instead he's just gonna write them a check. Also, Queen of Bangs Michelle Duggar of "19 Kids and Counting" said some incredibly stupid things about trans women. And finally, indie super-duo Tanlines drop by to talk about everything from the Ying-Yang twins to Google to Bernadette Peters. Also, can you climax standing up? Listen to the full episode here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/throwing-shade/id479583266?mt=2
Throwing Shade #57: Disneyland & the Secret App
This week, Bryan took a Lyft for the first time! It was as delightful as an emu leg in Disneyland. Meanwhile, Erin reveals that women get waaay less financial loans for businesses than men do. And Bryan discusses a new poll revealing how LGBTs feel about religion. Plus, the Secret app! Share with friends, anonymously... Listen to the full episode here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/throwing-shade/id479583266?mt=2
Throwing Shade #56: Breast-Feeding & Truvada
Do you experience feelings of unease when you see a woman breast-feeding in public? Are you a man who has sex with men who wants a back-up plan? Do you often feel like the woman in the awesome pantsuit from Superman II is under appreciated? If so, this episode of Throwing Shade might be right for you. Listen to the full episode here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/throwing-shade/id479583266?mt=2
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Throwing Shade #50: Hobby Lobby and Musical Guest Rhett Miller
Diana Ross and the Supreme Court have really outdone themselves this time. America's most crafty "family" business no longer has to pay for employees' birth control. Congrats, nobody! But it all gets temporarily better because the incredibly handsome and talented Rhett Miller of the Old 97s stops by to talk about how he saw Axl Rose wear a mumu while getting a foot massage and also to serenade us with a song. Listen to the full episode here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/throwing-shade/id479583266?mt=2
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Throwing Shade #21: Jerry O'Connell & The Royal Baby
The star of "Stand By Me" and the upcoming Veronica Mars movie sits down with Erin and Bryan this week to discuss the Kardashians, Kickstarter and how he's a "webhead." Plus, Erin talks about title inheritance in aristocratic England. And of course, what a Heart concert at Sea World would look like. Listen to the full podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/throwing-shade/id479583266 Bryan's Twitter @bryansafi Erin's Twitter @gibblertron
Throwing Shade: Sheathed In A Panty
Erin and Bryan go to the park.
Throwing Shade #5: Hunger Games and Shitty Shirts
This week, Erin and Bryan talk about The Hunger Games camp in Florida (Erin went!), the ridiculously sexist girls' T-shirts from The Children's Place, and the newsman who went from being a man to being a woman back to being a man because of amnesia! Download the full episode here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ts100-hunger-games-camp-terrible/id479583266?i=165349340&mt=2
Throwing Shade #6: Back to School and Mayor of San Diego
School's back! Yay! Boo. To celebrate this time of year, Bryan and Erin discuss their worst back-to-school moments and also talk about the pervy San Diego mayor Bob Filner. Download the full episode here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ts98-back-to-school!-baton/id479583266?i=165256174&mt=2