Originality (with Raphael Chestang)

This week’s theme: “Fidelity.” A man learns some harsh truths about his wife, a zoo makes some changes and a scofflaw tries to start a new life.   Special Guest Contributor Erik Griffin is a stand-up comedian, writer and actor. You’ve seen him on “Workaholics,” “I’m Dying Up Here,” “Bob’s Burgers,” “Arrested Development” and many, many other places. More at: http://www.erikgriffin.com/IG: @erikgriffinTwitter: @erikgriffinTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/erikgriffingaming Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week’s theme: “Ambition.” A car dealer has trouble closing, a downtrodden fast-food worker gets some help from above, and a couple’s living situation depends on the whims of a hummingbird. Special Guest Contributor Chelsea Pope is a writer, actress and a comedian. You may have seen her performing improv and sketch at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theater and the Pack Theater in LA. She is also a former member of The Groundlings Sunday Company. More at: https://www.chelseathepope.com/IG: @chelseathepopeTwitter: @chelseathepope Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week’s theme: “Strategy.” A pair of ad execs play hardball, a step-daughter has trouble facing reality, and two fisherman can’t get any nibbles.Special Guest Contributor Amanda Sitko is an actress, writer and longtime improviser. You may have seen her onstage at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theater. Her writing credits include “Brockmire” and “Mother Mary.”  IG: @sitkoTwitter: @AmandaSitko Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week’s theme: “Fear.” Two sickly co-workers fall in love, a ghost-hunting podcast goes off the rails, and a working mom’s family pleads with her to take a break.    Special Guest Contributor Nicole Aimée Schreiber is a writer, actress and comedian. You may have seen her on “Lights Out With David Spade,” “Jeff Ross Presents Roast Battle,” and Oxygen’s “Funny Girls.” She also co-hosts a podcast called “Two Filthy Nerds,” available at: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-filthy-nerds/id1486026821 More at: www.nicoleaimee.comIG: @nicoleaimeeTwitter: @nicoleaimee Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week’s theme: “Armageddon.” A group of scientists try to save the world, an NFL legend shakes up a family, and a teacher bites off more than he can chew.    Special Guest Contributor Carl Tart is an actor and writer. You may have seen his work on “Brooklyn Nine-Nine,” “Kenan,” “Mad TV,” and NBC’s “Grand Crew.”  IG: @dammitcarl Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week’s theme: “Disinformation.” A one-night stand leads to a shocking revelation, a shopping trip changes a woman’s life, and a deathbed confession rocks a son’s world.    Special Guest Contributor Christine Medrano is a stand-up comic, actress, writer and filmmaker. You may have seen her on “College Humor,” “Bob’s Burgers,” and “I Think She Likes You.” More At: www.christinemedrano.com IG: @chrissymeds Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week’s theme: “Originality.” A woman struggles with a man’s lack of class, two brothers have a difficult relationship with their father, and a guy’s totally original ideas seem a bit familiar.     Special Guest Contributor Raphael Chestang is a writer, actor and comedian. You may have seen him on “College Humor,” “Pretty Smart” and “Paranoia.” IG: @rchestangTwitter: @ChestangRaphael Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week’s theme: “Deception.” A man’s dullness helps him fail upward, a woman copes with her significant other’s gullibility, and a group of ponytailed workers try to help a customer.   Special Guest Contributor Katie Marovitch is an actress, writer and improviser. You’ve seen her work on CollegeHumor, her show “Kingpin Katie,” and “Waffle,” and you may have seen her performing on various improv stages in L.A. More At: www.katiemarovitch.comIG: @katiemarovitchTwitter: @katiemarovitch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Ari and Producer Andy will be returning soon with new episodes and more! Stay with us and be sure to rate and review here: https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/this-is-americans-live/id1572216667?uo=4 Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, our host Ari is still away working on “Saturday Night Live,” but don’t worry…Producer Andy is here to keep cranking out the magic until he returns. Please enjoy our interviews with special guest contributors Max Koch (“Kung Fu Panda: Legends Of Awesomeness”), Phillip Wilburn (“Conan,” “Jimmy Kimmel Live,”) John Milhiser (“SNL,” “Drama Club”).  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.