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Comedy Nerd: The Obsessions of Judd Apatow w/ Judd Apatow
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- Sep 8, 2026
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- 5004
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Summary
Frank sits down with writer-director-producer Judd Apatow for a candid, in-depth conversation about the glory days of comedy albums, the "magical world" of show business, the wisdom of Mel Brooks, the spiritual guidance of Garry Shandling and Judd's recently released scrapbook/memoir, "Comedy Nerd: A Lifelong Obsession in Stories and Pictures." Also in this episode, Warren Beatty offers sage advice, Totie Fields "unmasks" Gene Simmons, LeBron James wows the critics and Frank and Judd praise the fearlessness of "The Larry Sanders Show." PLUS: Defending "Ishtar"! The prophecy of "The Cable Guy"! The versatility of Carl Gottlieb! The comedy stylings of Graham Parker!? And Judd previews his upcoming Norm Macdonald documentary! Join our Patreon today! Patreon.com/FunForAllAgesPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices