S11 Ep39: Why Are Comedians Furious With Sebastian Maniscalco?

Why are comedians furious with Sebastian Maniscalco? SiriusXM's comedy shakeup has reportedly eliminated airplay for hundreds of working comics. We discuss the backlash, Sebastian's response, and what's happening to their royalty income.

ALSO ON THIS WEEK'S SHOW:

🎸 Quiet Riot Finds a New Voice! The legendary metal band recruits 23-year-old John Torra, whose resemblance to Kevin DuBrow's voice reportedly had the band wondering whether his audition was AI-enhanced.

🎬 Steve Byrne Directs Ed Helms! Our friend and former Radio Labyrinth guest Steve Byrne has wrapped production on The Streak, a new basketball comedy starring Ed Helms. We heard about this project months ago when Steve visited the show!

🍿 Quick Hits: Tom Cruise's Digger struggles at the box office, Dennis Miller's Monday Night Football legacy gets another look, and Mia Goth files for divorce from Shia LaBeouf.

TRAILER TRASH:

* Ebenezer — Johnny Depp takes on a gothic version of Scrooge.

* Dreamquil — An AI wellness retreat creates a disturbing domestic nightmare.

* Capturing Bigfoot — A fresh look at the legendary Patterson-Gimlin footage.

VIEWS OR SNOOZE:Small Prophets, Who Is Martin Mull?, and Matchbox: The Movie.

Plus our weekly Staff Picks, comedy, pop culture, and the usual Radio Labyrinth nonsense.

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