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Oct 2024
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We explore a variety of topics, including Nate Bargatze's new book 'Big Dumb Eyes,' upcoming Christmas special, and SNL ratings. Seth Meyers releases a trailer for his comedy special 'Dad Man Walking,' with jokes about parenting. There's a discussion on Tommy Chong's claims against President George W. Bush regarding his 2003 conviction. Jenna Fischer shares her breast cancer journey, declaring herself cancer-free. Other highlights include a World Animal Day event, HBO's 'It's Florida Man' series announcement, Jamie Foxx's new comedy special 'What Had Happened Was,' and Steph Tolev taping her special in Boston. The episode concludes with a lighthearted critique of Bill Burr's movie 'Old Dads.'

00:00 Introduction and Nate Bergatze's New Book
00:39 Nate's Christmas Special and SNL Ratings
01:29 Seth Meyers' New Comedy Special
02:27 Tommy Chong's Controversial Claims
04:01 Jenna Fisher's Cancer Journey
05:25 World Animal Day and HBO's New Series
07:23 Jamie Foxx's New Comedy Special
08:36 Steph Tolev's Upcoming Special 

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