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Episode 60: Super Happy Japanese Game Show Fun Time Extravaganza

1/11/2022

This week we are talking about US game shows that went to Japan, Japanese game shows that came to the US and shows that only ever played in Japan. Plus, we dive deep into the true definition of “Japanese Game show,” Kenny G and of course, our tribute to the late Betty White.

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Episode 59: Survivor

12/20/2021

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This week we discuss Mike's favorite (kidding) show, Survivor. We also talk about unwoke TV executives, Cursing Cars and nudity!

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Episode 58: American Idol

11/30/2021

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This week we are featuring the reality game show American Idol. And we have a ton to say about it. Plus, on an episode about singing, Mike does none. But he breakdances.

Stuff we talked about on the show:

Here are the links to the most wanted song and the most unwanted song:

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Episode 57: Fun House

11/17/2021

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This week we are featuring the game show Funhouse. The set was amazing, the host great, but could it compete with Double Dare? We also talk about Shrimp, Bad Video Games and even “badder” consolation prizes. Season Three is winding down, so don't miss it!

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Episode 56: Holey Moley w/ Season 3 Champ Rachel Lentsch!

11/2/2021

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This week we are featuring the game show Holey Moley! And we have an interview with Holy Moley Season 3 Champion Rachel Lentsch! Rachel will take us behind the scenes and give us the tell-all about being on the show!

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Episode 55: Top Chef

10/27/2021

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This week we are featuring the cooking reality game show, Top Chef and we revisit the meaning of a game show. Plus we talk about McDonald’s Cheeseburgers, and announce some special upcoming interviews as well as Mike's fascination with western Jamaican fatback.

Stuff we talked about on the show:

Here is the link to Christian's Auld Lang Gone:

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Episode 54: Nickelodeon's GUTS!

10/6/2021

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This week we are featuring Nickelodeon's GUTS! Plus we talk about keyboard evolution, the beginnings of extreme sports, and farting on command, and more.

Stuff we talked about on the show:

Here is the link to the keyboard that Mike bought:
https://amzn.to/3BdNW4F

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Episode 53: Name That Tune

9/28/2021

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This week we are featuring a staple of the Jacobs' family, Name That Tune. We also talk about more fingers in fast food, arcade games, mike sings Icona Pop, and we drop a hot dog at the beach!

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Episode 52: The Newlywed Game

9/14/2021

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This week we talk about a relationship show that is actually a game show: The Newlywed Game! Plus we hit soap operas, A great listener submitted Stump or Chump and Mike sings Wilson Phillips!

Stuff we talked about on the show:

This is the American Gladiators Battle of the Network Stars Episode:

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Episode 51: Interview with Price is Right Winner, Jeremy Mador

9/8/2021

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This week we take a break from the norm and interview a friend of Mike's: Jeremy Mador. Jeremy shares his story of being on the show, winning and having some touching memories about being there!

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Join the Game Show Guys, Tom Bastek and Mike Jacobs, as they bring you news, reviews, and fascinating stories about the game shows we all love, both past and present. This podcast will showcase a different game show each week, as well as touch on game show current events, interviews and so much more. Who are Tom and Mike? Trivia. Improv Comedy. The rest is history. Learn More...

Episode 60: Super Happy Japanese Game Show Fun Time Extravaganza

Episode 59: Survivor

Episode 58: American Idol

Stuff we talked about on the show:

Episode 57: Fun House

Episode 56: Holey Moley w/ Season 3 Champ Rachel Lentsch!

Episode 55: Top Chef

Stuff we talked about on the show:

Episode 54: Nickelodeon's GUTS!

Stuff we talked about on the show:

Episode 53: Name That Tune

Episode 52: The Newlywed Game

Stuff we talked about on the show:

Episode 51: Interview with Price is Right Winner, Jeremy Mador

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