Jon Taffer on Running The Troubadour and How Less Drinking Affects Restaurants

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Jon Taffer of Bar Rescue joins the show and reminisces about the days of running the Troubadour back in the 80’s. Adam and Jon talk about how less people are drinking now and the effect that it’s having on the restaurant business. They get into Adam’s Bug’s Bunny metaphor and close with a discussion of the U.S. hockey team. Get it ON!News Story Covered:  State of the Union Recap,  Mamdani minimizes snowball attack on NYPD, opposes charges despite hospitalizations, Former LAFD Chief Crowley files lawsuit against LA, criticizing Bass and handling of Palisades FireFOR MORE WITH JON TAFFER:SHOW: ‘BAR RESCUE’Season 10 Out Now On ParamountBAR: Taffer’s Tavern (Bar Franchise) - New Locations in ATL & OrlandoDRINK: Taffer’s Browned Butter BourbonX: @jontafferINSTAGRAM: @jontafferWEBSITE: jontaffer.comFOR MORE WITH MIKE DAWSON:INSTAGRAM: @dawsangelesLIVE SHOWS: February 27 - Dallas, TX (2 shows)February 28 - Dallas, TX (2 shows)Thank you for supporting our sponsors:cardiff.co/adamgusto.com/ADAMFor a limited time, our listeners get 60% off FOR LIFE AND 3 Free Gifts at Mars Men when you use Adam at Mengotomars.comoreillyauto.com/adamwww.Quo.com/ADAMpluto.tvTRUEWERK.com with code acsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Earthquake joins the show and starts by breaking down how he picked up women when stationed in Japan while a member of the Air Force. He breaks down how he ran his own comedy club in Atlanta after getting swindled out of a gig with Paul Mooney. Earthquake then gives some insider info about the Sitcom that he is working on with Bill Burr that’s in development at Fox and they wrap up by talking about the difference between how Black and White families deal with death. This was a fun one with a comedic legend! Check out Earthquakes special “Joke Telling Business” on Netflix now.News Stories Covered: U.S. Issues Shelter-in-Place Warnings for Popular Tourist Destinations in Mexico After Major Cartel Leader Is Killed, Gavin Newsom ripped for telling black mayor ‘I’m like you’ before quoting his low SAT score: ‘Liberal racism on display’, L.A. wanted to dismantle homeless RVs. A judge just shut that down. FOR MORE WITH EARTHQUAKE:SPECIAL: Joke Telling BusinessOut Now On NetflixWEBSITE: therealearthquake.comINSTAGRAM & TWITTER: @therealearthquakeFOR MORE WITH ELISHA KRAUSS: INSTAGRAM: @elishakraussWEBSITE: elishakrauss.com JOURNAL: https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/author/elisha-krauss/LIVE SHOWS: February 27 - Dallas, TX (2 shows)February 28 - Dallas, TX (2 shows)Thank you for supporting our Sponsors:BetOnlineSnag the hoodie that will bring you comfort for life, the American Giant Classic Full Zip. Go to www.american-giant.com and get 20% off your first order with promo code ADAM. Thanks to American Giant for sponsoring the show!Pluto.tvoreillyauto.com/adamSHOPIFY.COM/carollaTecovas.com/ADAMSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bruce Bruce joins Adam to discuss how growing up in a rough neighborhood shaped his sense of humor as well as managing a day job when he first started comedy. They get into Evander Holyfield’s lost Gold Medal, house size, and how he never backed down from Mike Tyson. They conclude by talking about Quentin Tarantino’s fearless writing and directing style. Be sure to check out Bruce Bruce’s Netflix special which debuts on March 3rd! News Stories Covered: Trans Minnesota Dem bizarrely argues ‘queer’ kids need access to porn sites for ‘educational’ reasons, Somali community in MN demanding reparations over “ICE trauma”, Mamdani blasted for requiring 5 forms of ID to shovel snow while DSA opposes voter ID, Man Shot and Killed at Mar-a-LagoFOR MORE WITH BRUCE BRUCE:STANDUP SPECIAL: ‘I Ain’t Playin’Available on Netflix March 3LIVE DATE:Liberty Funny Bone- Liberty Township, OH- Feb 27/28WEBSITE: Bruce-Bruce.comINSTAGRAM: @mybrucebruceFOR MORE WITH MIKE DAWSON:INSTAGRAM: @dawsangelesLIVE SHOWS: February 27 - Dallas, TX (2 shows)February 28 - Dallas, TX (2 shows)Thank you for supporting our sponsors:BetOnlineHomes.comoreillyauto.com/adamLimited Time Offer – Get Huel today with my exclusive offer of 15% OFF online with my code [ADAM15] at huel.com/[ADAM15]. New Customers Only. Thank you to Huel for partnering and supporting our show! Pluto.tvSIMPLISAFE.COM/ADAMSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of The Adam Carolla Show, Adam Carolla talks with Steve Hilton about the divide between process people and doers and why California delivers some of the worst results despite the highest taxes. They break down government waste and fraud, car-related regulations, lawsuits as extortion,, and policies driving wealth out of the state. The episode marks the show’s 17th anniversary so we thank you all for tuning in each week. For more information about Steve Hilton’s campaign please go to stevehiltonforgovernor.com.News Stories Covered: Irish Rock Band U2 Releases ‘American Obituary,’ A Tribute Song For Renee Good, Kids Don’t Need More Online Monitoring. They Need Involved Dads, DC Water CEO overseeing largest sewage spill in US history bragged about replacing white men, Thousands of red swimsuit-wearing hopefuls turn up for ‘Baywatch’ casting callFOR MORE WITH STEVE HILTON:WEBSITE: stevehiltonforgovernor.com INSTAGRAM & X: @stevehiltonxFOR MORE WITH ELISHA KRAUSS: INSTAGRAM: @elishakraussWEBSITE: elishakrauss.com JOURNAL: https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/author/elisha-krauss/LIVE SHOWS: February 27 - Dallas, TX (2 shows)February 28 - Dallas, TX (2 shows)Thank you for supporting our sponsors:BetOnlinebrellohealth.com and promo code ADAMHomes.comForThePeople.com/AdamPluto.tvoreillyauto.com/ADAMSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Jackie fabulous joins the show for a wide ranging conversation. They talk about her ex-husband's untimely death, how men insist on playing sports past their primes, and why Jackie wants to date a male comic. Adam breaks down website spelling errors and eventually they examine the insanity of Mamdami’s free busses plan. Get it on! FOR MORE WITH JACKIE FABULOUS:STANDUP SPECIAL: ‘You Can Leave’ - Available now on HuluLIVE DATES:The Comedy Arena - Mckinney, TX- Feb 20/21WEBSITE: JackieFabulous.comINSTAGRAM: @JackieFabulousFOR MORE WITH ELISHA KRAUSS: INSTAGRAM: @elishakraussWEBSITE: elishakrauss.com JOURNAL: https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/author/elisha-krauss/LIVE SHOWS: February 27 - Dallas, TX (2 shows)February 28 - Dallas, TX (2 shows)Thank you for supporting our sponsors:Hims.com/ADAMForThePeople.com/AdamHomes.comoreillyauto.com/adamPluto.tvSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Rob Riggle joins Adam Carolla to talk standing up to bullies, hitting open mics in New York, and building resilience through the Marines. They discuss discipline, lessons from fathers and coaches, and why stand-up doesn’t need Hollywood to succeed. Rob shares what it felt like to finally get “the call” and Adam reflects on climbing vs. maintaining a career; including his chaotic Loveline audition story. Packed with hilarious and brutal honesty, Rob’s new book, Grit, Spit, and Never Quit: A Marine's Guide to Comedy and Life, dives even deeper into fear, failure, discipline, and never giving up.FOR MORE WITH ROB RIGGLE:BOOK: Grit, Spit, and Never Quit: A Marine’s Guide To Comedy and LifePAT’S RUN: Rob will be official Race Starter for Pat’s Run honoring Pat Tillman - April 11, 2026 - Tempe AZGo to pattillmanfoundation.org/pats-runFOR MORE WITH RUDY PAVICH:INSTAGRAM: @rudy_pavichWEBSITE: www.rudypavichcomedy.comLIVE SHOWS: February 27 - Dallas, TX (2 Shows)February 28 - Dallas, TX (2 Shows)Thank you for supporting our sponsors:BetOnlineProtect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at https://ethos.com/{{ADAM}}. Application times may vary. Rates may vary.Homes.comoreillyauto.com/adampluto.tvSHOPIFY.COM/carollaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.