Part 2: Alison's Boyfriend Bracket (Carolla Classics)

Kelsey Grammer is an actor and author. He stars in the new film Turbulence, available now in select theaters and on VOD platforms like Apple and Amazon, where a romantic hot air balloon trip in the Italian Dolomites turns deadly after a mysterious woman hijacks the flight. His book Karen: A Brother Remember is available now. Follow him on Instagram @mrkelseygrammer and on X @KelseyGrammer.IN THE NEWS: A New York City public safety team is under fire after Zohran Mamdani appointed a convicted armed robber who served seven years in prison as an advisor. Foreign tourists could soon be forced to hand over five years of social media history to U.S. border agents under a new Trump administration proposal. Authorities in South Carolina intercepted a drone packed with contraband — including crab legs, steak, weed, and cigarettes — headed for prison inmates. And a transgender-identifying Biden health official is outraged after Trump’s HHS reportedly changed his office nameplate, sparking a new dust-up over identity and respect in government.Get it on.Go check out MEME GODS, the documentary about all things MEME that I produced with Cedric the Entertainer will be available on Gala Film for free starting now. After watching, you can open a Mystery Box to see exclusive content not seen in the film. So go to https://film.gala.com/ and watch it for FREE!Subscribe to The Adam Carolla Show on Substack: https://adamcarolla.substack.com/FOR MORE WITH KELSEY GRAMMER:MOVIE: Turbulence - AVAILABLE NOWBOOK: Karen: A Brother Remember - AVAILABLE NOWINSTAGRAM: @mrkelseygrammerTWITTER: @KelseyGrammerFOR MORE WITH RUDY PAVICH: INSTAGRAM: @rudy_pavichWEBSITE: www.rudypavichcomedy.comLIVE SHOWS: December 11 - Fort Lauderdale, FLDecember 12 - Miami, FL (2 Shows)December 13 - Miami, FL (2 Shows)December 14 - Fort Lauderdale, FLDecember 18 - Calabasas, CA - Live PodcastDecember 19 - Las Vegas, NV (2 shows)December 20 - Las Vegas, NV (2 shows)Thank you for supporting our sponsors:Exclusive $35 off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/CAROLLA. Promo Code CAROLLAhomes.comoreillyauto.com/adampluto.tvRUGIET.com/ADAMSELECTQUOTE.COM/CAROLLASHOPIFY.COM/carollaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sean Stone is a filmmaker, author, and media host. His new documentary, RFK: LEGACY, is available now on Amazon Prime, Apple TV, and Angel. Find more at SeanStone.info and follow him on Instagram @therealseanstone.IN THE NEWS: The Golden Globes’ new Best Podcast category is already stirring controversy after shutting out Joe Rogan and all political shows, instead nominating mainstream hits like Armchair Expert, Call Her Daddy, Good Hang With Amy Poehler, The Mel Robbins Podcast, SmartLess, and NPR’s Up First. Meanwhile, David Spade is calling out a mall for avoiding the word “Christmas” in its tree-lighting ceremony, using his Fly on the Wall podcast to mock the wording and reignite debate over holiday language and cultural sensitivity.Get it on.Subscribe to The Adam Carolla Show on Substack: https://adamcarolla.substack.com/FOR MORE WITH SEAN STONE:DOCUMENTARY: RFK: LEGACY - Available now on AMAZON PRIME / APPLE TV / ANGEL  INSTAGRAM: @therealseanstone  WEBSITE: SeanStone.infoFOR MORE WITH ELISHA KRAUSS: INSTAGRAM: @elishakraussWEBSITE: elishakrauss.com JOURNAL: https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/author/elisha-krauss/LIVE SHOWS: December 11 - Fort Lauderdale, FLDecember 12 - Miami, FL (2 shows)December 13 - Miami, FL (2 shows)December 14 - Fort Lauderdale, FLDecember 18 - Calabasas, CA (Live Podcast)December 19 - Las Vegas, NV (2 shows)December 20 - Las Vegas, NV (2 shows)Thank you for supporting our sponsors:BetOnlineChime.com/ADAMGo to https://hometitlelock.com/adamcarolla and use promo code ADAM to get a FREE title history report and a FREE TRIAL of their Triple Lock Protection! For details visit https://hometitlelock.com/warrantyHomeChef.com/ADAMoreillyauto.com/ADAMPluto.tvSIMPLISAFE.COM/ADAMSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Adam Yenser is a stand-up comedian. He’s currently on tour with dates at The Emmaus Theatre in Pennsylvania on Dec 26 and Caesar’s Republic in Lake Tahoe, CA from Jan 2–4. Check out his YouTube show The Cancelled News, and follow him on Instagram @adamyenser and on X @cleancomedian69.Macey Isaacs is a stand-up comedian. Her special Half Sister is available now exclusively at drybarcomedy.com. Find more at maceyisaacs.com and follow her on Instagram @maceyisaacs.IN THE NEWS: A Cinnabon worker in Wisconsin was fired after video surfaced of her hurling racist slurs at two customers, prompting swift backlash and a public statement from the company condemning the incident. Ben Stiller, Simu Liu, Alec Baldwin, and others are rallying around Paul Dano after Quentin Tarantino slammed him as the “weakest male actor” and a “non-entity” in There Will Be Blood, sparking a wider debate about harsh director criticism. Meanwhile, Bill Maher and Ana Kasparian got into a fiery on-air clash over Islam and the Middle East, with Maher pressing her to name a Muslim-majority city she’d rather live in than Tel Aviv as they battled over religion, culture, and blame.Get it on!Subscribe to The Adam Carolla Show on Substack: https://adamcarolla.substack.com/FOR MORE WITH ADAM YENSER:TOUR: Dec 26 - The Emmaus Theatre - PA Jan 2-4 -  Caesar’s Republic - Lake Tahoe CA YOUTUBE SHOW: The Cancelled NewsINSTAGRAM: @adamyenser  TWITTER: @cleancomedian69 FOR MORE WITH MACEY ISAACS:SPECIAL: Half SisterAvailable Now exclusively on Dry BarINSTAGRAM: @maceyisaacsWEBSITE: maceyisaacs.comFOR MORE WITH JASON “MAYHEM” MILLER: INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: @mayhemmillerWEBSITE: www.mayhemnow.comLIVE SHOWS: December 11 - Fort Lauderdale, FLDecember 12 - Miami, FL (2 shows)December 13 - Miami, FL (2 shows)December 14 - Fort Lauderdale, FLThank you for supporting our sponsors:BetOnline​Exclusive $35 off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/CAROLLA. Promo Code CAROLLALive Better Longer with BUBS Naturals. For A limited time get 20% Off your entire order with code Adam at Bubsnaturals.comHomes.comForThePeople.com/Adamoreillyauto.com/ADAMpluto.tvSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Debbie Matenopoulos is a television host and journalist. She has partnered with Nomo Smart Care and is the author of her new book, Greekish, available now. Follow her on Instagram and Facebook @iamdebbiem.IN THE NEWS: Gavin Newsom is back in the spotlight after his office posted a bizarre AI-edited image in response to a viral photo mocking his ultra-tight “testicle-crushing” sitting pose, leaving the internet more grossed out than impressed. Lawmakers from both parties are raising red flags over Netflix’s proposed $82 billion takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery, warning about its impact on competition and media power. Right-wing commentator Tim Pool says a car opened fire on his home late at night on December 5, prompting concerns about escalating political violence. And overseas, Benjamin “Bibi” Netanyahu says he still plans to visit New York City despite NYC politician Zohran Mamdani’s public talk of trying to have him arrested.Get it on.Subscribe to The Adam Carolla Show on Substack: https://adamcarolla.substack.com/FOR MORE WITH DEBBIE MATENOPOULOS:BOOK: Greekish - Available Now INSTAGRAM/FACEBOOK: @iamdebbiemFOR MORE WITH RUDY PAVICH: INSTAGRAM: @rudy_pavichWEBSITE: www.rudypavichcomedy.comLIVE SHOWS: December 11 - Fort Lauderdale, FLDecember 12 - Miami, FL (2 Shows)December 13 - Miami, FL (2 Shows)December 14 - Fort Lauderdale, FLThank you for supporting our sponsors:BetOnlineGet $10 Off at BRUNT with code Adam at https://www.bruntworkwear.com/Adam #Bruntpodoreillyauto.com/ADAMSIMPLISAFE.COM/ADAMPluto.tvSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

#1 ACS #540 (feat. Blake Anderson, Adam Devine, Alison Rosen and Bryan Bishop) (2011)#2 ACS #562 (feat. Marc Maron, Alison Rosen and Bryan Bishop) (2011)Hosted by Superfan GiovanniRequest clips:[email protected] and Watch Clips on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@AdamCarollaCornerSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

#1 ACS #529 (feat. Lisa Lampanelli, Alison Rosen and Bryan Bishop) (2011)#2 ACS #535 (feat. Illeana Douglas, Alison Rosen and Bryan Bishop) (2011)Hosted by Superfan GiovanniRequest clips:[email protected] and Watch Clips on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@AdamCarollaCornerSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

#1 ACS #479 (feat. Lemmy Kilmister, Alison Rosen and Bryan Bishop) (2011)#2 ACS #482 (feat. Dave Dameshek, Dennis Miller, Alison Rosen and Bryan Bishop) (2011)Hosted by Superfan GiovanniRequest clips:[email protected] and Watch Clips on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@AdamCarollaCornerSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Billy Gardell is an actor and stand-up comedian. He’s currently on his Less Is More Tour with dates in Susanville, CA (Dec 6), Bellflower, CA (Dec 19), and Eau Claire, WI (Jan 30), with more info at billygardell.com. Follow him on X @billygardell and on Instagram @billygardellofficial.IN THE NEWS: The Trump administration freezes immigration applications from 19 countries, with officials hinting the blacklist could grow to more than 30 nations. The TSA piles on new travel headaches by announcing a $45 fee for passengers who show up to the airport without a REAL ID starting February 1. A top FDA official says an mRNA flu shot will not be approved after it failed to protect seniors in trials, raising fresh questions about next-gen vaccines. And in health and culture, male breast reduction surgery is now the most popular cosmetic procedure among American men, as more men seek treatment for gynecomastia and body-image concerns.Get it on.Subscribe to The Adam Carolla Show on Substack: https://adamcarolla.substack.com/FOR MORE WITH BILLY GARDELL:TOUR: Less is More TourDec 6 - Diamond Mountain Casino & Hotel - Susanville, CA Dec 19 - The Stand Up Comedy Club - Bellflower, CA Jan 30 - Pablo Center - Eau Claire, WI WEBSITE: Billygardell.comTWITTER: @billygardell  INSTAGRAM: @billygardellofficial   FOR MORE WITH RUDY PAVICH: INSTAGRAM: @rudy_pavichWEBSITE: www.rudypavichcomedy.comLIVE SHOWS: December 5 - Santa Barbara, CADecember 6 - Corona, CADecember 11 - Fort Lauderdale, FLDecember 12 - Miami, FL (2 Shows)December 13 - Miami, FL (2 Shows)December 14 - Fort Lauderdale, FLThank you for supporting our sponsors:CovePure.com/ADAMHims.com/ADAMForThePeople.com/Adamoreillyauto.com/ADAMPluto.tvRosettastone.com/ADAMRUGIET.com/ADAMSHOPIFY.COM/carollaNot only do you get 10% Off your entire order when you use code Adam at stopboxusa.com/Adam, but they are also giving you Buy One Get One Free for their StopBox Pro. #stopboxpod #adSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Joe Pistone is a former undercover FBI agent best known for infiltrating the Mafia as “Donnie Brasco.” He hosts the podcast “Deep Cover: The Real Donnie Brasco,” where he breaks down his years inside organized crime and the cases that followed. Follow him on Instagram @therealdonniebrasco.IN THE NEWS: A United Methodist Church congregation in upstate New York was stunned when their senior pastor, Rev. Dr. Phil Phaneuf, came out as transgender mid-sermon, igniting fresh debate over gender identity and leadership in mainline churches. Adam then pivots to the latest Palisades fire rebuilding updates, ranting about the slow, bureaucratic recovery process and how long it’s taking residents to get their homes and neighborhoods back.Get it on.Subscribe to The Adam Carolla Show on Substack: https://adamcarolla.substack.com/FOR MORE WITH JOE PISTONE:PODCAST: Deep Cover: The Real Donnie BrascoINSTAGRAM: @therealdonniebrascoFOR MORE WITH JASON “MAYHEM” MILLER: INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: @mayhemmillerWEBSITE: www.mayhemnow.comLIVE SHOWS: December 5 - Santa Barbara, CADecember 6 - Corona, CADecember 11 - Fort Lauderdale, FLDecember 12 - Miami, FL (2 shows)December 13 - Miami, FL (2 shows)December 14 - Fort Lauderdale, FLThank you for supporting our sponsors:BetOnline​​Chime.com/ADAMHydrow.com use code ADAMListen now to the Life Kit podcast from NPRoreillyauto.com/ADAMPluto.tvGo to https://OmahaSteaks.com to get 50% off sitewide during their Sizzle All the Way Sale. And use code ADAM at checkout for an extra $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. See site for details. A big thanks to our advertiser, Omaha Steaks!SIMPLISAFE.COM/ADAMSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chris Hansen is a veteran investigative journalist and television host. He co-owns the true crime streaming network TruBlu, home to his documentary-style series TAKEDOWN WITH CHRIS HANSEN, with new episodes every Thursday exclusively at TruBlu.com. He also hosts the podcasts “Predators I’ve Caught with Chris Hansen” and “Have a Seat with Chris Hansen,” available wherever you get podcasts. Follow him on YouTube and Twitter @ChrisHansen.IN THE NEWS: New York City’s incoming mayor makes headlines by appointing a transgender rabbi to his transition team’s health committee, sparking debate on social media about representation in politics. Portland’s annual tree lighting event drew outrage after organizers avoided calling it a “Christmas tree” and featured political activism and chants, fueling criticism over the city’s handling of holiday traditions. In Manhattan, accused assassin Luigi Mangione appeared in court for a critical pretrial hearing to a crowd of vocal supporters and heightened media attention. Finally, Paramore’s Hayley Williams takes a public stand, declaring that racist and anti-trans fans are not welcome at her shows.Get it on.Subscribe to The Adam Carolla Show on Substack: https://adamcarolla.substack.com/FOR MORE WITH CHRIS HANSEN:NETWORK: TruBlu - True Crime TV Network co-owned by Chris Hansen go to TruBlu.com SHOW: TAKEDOWN WITH CHRIS HANSEN on TruBlu PODCAST: ‘Predators I’ve Caught with Chris Hansen’ + ‘Have a Seat with Chris Hansen’YOUTUBE & TWITTER: @ChrisHansenFOR MORE WITH ELISHA KRAUSS: INSTAGRAM: @elishakraussWEBSITE: elishakrauss.com JOURNAL: https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/author/elisha-krauss/LIVE SHOWS: December 5 - Santa Barbara, CADecember 6 - Corona, CA w/ Jay MohrDecember 11 - Fort Lauderdale, FLDecember 12 - Miami, FL (2 shows)December 13 - Miami, FL (2 shows)December 14 - Fort Lauderdale, FLThank you for supporting our sponsors:BetOnlineAura Frames: Exclusive $35 off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/CAROLLA. Promo Code CAROLLAGet $10 Off @BRUNT with code Adam at https://www.bruntworkwear.com/Adam #BRUNTpodLive Better Longer with BUBS Naturals. For A limited time get 20% Off your entire order with code Adam at Bubsnaturals.comDRA.comGo to https://hometitlelock.com/adamcarolla and use promo code ADAM to get a FREE title history report and a FREE TRIAL of their Triple Lock Protection! For details visit https://hometitlelock.com/warrantyoreillyauto.com/ADAMPluto.tvSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.