Part 1: Remote Schooling Failure or Teacher’s Union Tweets + News (ACS May 16)

Santa Claus stops by the studio to talk with Adam about all things Christmas! From Santa’s shaky marriage with Mrs. Claus and Elf on the Shelf to a fond Christmas memory from the Carolla household, it’s a festive conversation all around. Merry Christmas, everyone!Thank you to Guy Stevenson for playing our Santa Claus! You can find him on Instagram at @guy.stevenson and catch his Podcast ‘Good Company’ here: youtube.com/@GoodCompanyComedyPodcastLIVE SHOWS: January 8 - Loveland, COJanuary 9 - Colorado Springs, COJanuary 10 - Colorado Springs, CO (2 shows)January 11 - Greenwood Village, COJanuary 16 - Grants Pass, ORJanuary 17 - Bend, ORThank you for supporting our sponsors:BetOnlinehomes.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.

It’s time to revisit the best moments from the Adam Carolla Show in 2025 and announce the winners for this year's Ace Awards! Categories include “Best Impression,” “Guest of the Year”, “Rant of the Year” and many more. Thank you all for an incredible year. We truly appreciate your support and wish you a happy and healthy holiday season. The Adam Carolla Show Returns in the new year January 5th, 2026! FOR MORE WITH RUDY PAVICH: INSTAGRAM: @rudy_pavichWEBSITE: www.rudypavichcomedy.comLIVE SHOWS: January 8 - Loveland, COJanuary 9 - Colorado Springs, COJanuary 10 - Colorado Springs, CO (2 shows)January 11 - Greenwood Village, COJanuary 16 - Grants Pass, ORJanuary 17 - Bend, ORThank you for supporting our sponsors:BetOnlinehttps://www.betterhelp.com/Homes.comForThePeople.com/Adamoreillyauto.com/ADAMpluto.tvhttps://www.selectquote.com/https://www.shopify.com/SIMPLISAFE.COM/ADAMSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to The Adam Carolla Show, live from the Sagebrush Cantina, with special guests Brad Williams and Rick Sittig! From ugly Christmas sweaters and holiday festivities to Brad and Adam judging Rick’s stand-up comedy, it’s a festive episode filled with laughs. Thanks for watching, and happy holidays!Brad Williams is a stand-up comedian. He has upcoming tour dates at the Plaza Theatre in Palm Springs, CA on December 27 and The Parker in Fort Lauderdale, FL on December 30. Find more at BradWilliamsComedy.com and follow him on X @FunnyBrad and on Instagram @BradWilliamsComic.Subscribe to The Adam Carolla Show on Substack: https://adamcarolla.substack.com/FOR MORE WITH BRAD WILLIAMS:WEBSITE: BradWilliamsComedy.comTWITTER: @FunnyBradINSTAGRAM: @BradWilliamsComicFOR MORE WITH RUDY PAVICH: INSTAGRAM: @rudy_pavichWEBSITE: www.rudypavichcomedy.comLIVE SHOWS: January 8 - Loveland, COJanuary 9 - Colorado Springs, COJanuary 10 - Colorado Springs, CO (2 shows)January 11 - Greenwood Village, COJanuary 16 - Grants Pass, ORJanuary 17 - Bend, ORThank you for supporting our sponsors:BetOnlineHims.com/ADAMHomes.comoreillyauto.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.

#1 ACS #1950 (feat. Dana Gould, Jo Koy, Gina Grad and Bryan Bishop) (2016)#2 ACS #1972 (feat. Sebastian Bach, Vinnie Tortorich, Gina Grad and Bryan Bishop) (2016)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 #1448 (feat. Norman Lear, Alison Rosen and Bryan Bishop) (2014)#2 ACS #1639 (feat. Rob Huebel, Gina Grad and Bryan Bishop) (2015)#3 ACS #1748 (feat. Michael McKean, Dr. Bruce, Gina Grad & Bryan Bishop) (2016)#4 ACS #1773 (feat. Bill Engvall, Jo Koy, Gina Grad and Bryan Bishop) (2016)#5 ACS #2365 (feat. Rob Reiner, Adam Duritz, Gina Grad and Bryan Bishop) (2018)#6 ACS #3637 (feat. Rob Reiner, Xzibit and Tammy Pettigrew) (2023)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 #1440 (feat. Greg Fitzsimmons, Alison Rosen and Bryan Bishop) (2014)#2 ACS #1422 (feat. Rich Eisen, Eric Stonestreet, Mike August, Alison Rosen and Bryan Bishop) (2014)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.

Dr. Phil is a television host and psychologist. His new DR. PHIL PODCAST is launching this month with PodcastOne. Find more at drphil.com.IN THE NEWS: Ilhan Omar claims her son was pulled over by ICE agents after a Target trip, but ICE says it has no record of the encounter and disputes that any stop took place. Police Chief Colonel Oscar Perez is under fire for his fumbling, evasive press conferences and controversial handling of the Brown University shooting investigation. New York is touting a lawsuit victory against Hyundai and Kia for not making their cars harder to steal, even as critics note the city still struggles to actually tackle crime on the streets.Get it on.Subscribe to The Adam Carolla Show on Substack: https://adamcarolla.substack.com/FOR MORE WITH DR. PHIL:PODCAST: DR. PHIL PODCASTWEBSITE: drphil.comFOR MORE WITH ELISHA KRAUSS: INSTAGRAM: @elishakraussWEBSITE: elishakrauss.com JOURNAL: https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/author/elisha-krauss/LIVE SHOWS: December 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:Exclusive $35 off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/CAROLLA. Promo Code CAROLLAHims.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/warrantyhttps://hydrow.com/pluto.tvhttps://mackweldon.com/ForThePeople.com/Adamoreillyauto.com/ADAMSisu: Road to Revenge For more info, go to https://www.sonypictures.com/movies/sisuroadtorevengeTruewerk designs performance workwear—from technical pants to base layers and work shirts, to insulated outerwear—built with precision for today’s trade professionals that work on jobsites in all types of variable conditions, indoors and out.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jim Norton is a stand-up comedian, author, and radio/podcast host. Catch him live Dec 18 at Morgan Hill Event Center (ME), Dec 19 at Foxwoods Rewards Casino (CT), and Dec 20 at The Wilbur (MA). He co-hosts the podcast Sword Fight with Nicki and Jim Norton and can be found on Instagram @jimnorton and X @JimNorton.Get it on.Subscribe to The Adam Carolla Show on Substack: https://adamcarolla.substack.com/FOR MORE WITH JIM NORTON:LIVE DATES:Dec 18th - Morgan Hill Event Center - MEDec 19th - Foxwoods Rewards Casino - CTDec 20th - The Wilbur - MAPODCAST: Sword Fight with Nikki and Jim NortonINSTAGRAM: @jimnorton TWITTER: @JimNortonLIVE SHOWS: December 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:BetOnlineExclusive $35 off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/CAROLLA. Promo Code CAROLLAhomes.comoreillyauto.com/adampluto.tvGo to https://OmahaSteaks.com 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!Rosettastone.com/ADAMSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew and Gunnar Nelson are a musical duo and longtime collaborators. Their new book, What Happened to Your Hair?: How We Played Loud… Loved Proud… and Never Backed Down… Together, is available today.IN THE NEWS: Rob Reiner’s son Nick has been charged with the brutal murder of Princess Bride director Rob Reiner’s longtime collaborator and his wife, with reports noting his long history of drug rehab and current custody on $4 million bail. And the future of transportation as what’s being billed as the world’s first production flying car prepares to roll out to customers, with a sky‑high price tag to match.Get it on.Subscribe to The Adam Carolla Show on Substack: https://adamcarolla.substack.com/FOR MORE WITH THE NELSON TWINS:BOOK: What Happened to Your Hair?: How we Played Loud…Loved Proud…and Never Backed Down…Together.FOR MORE WITH JASON “MAYHEM” MILLER: INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: @mayhemmillerWEBSITE: www.mayhemnow.comLIVE SHOWS: December 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:BetOnlineExclusive $35 off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/CAROLLA. Promo Code CAROLLADo you owe 10,000 dollars or more in credit card debt or personal loans? To learn what debt reduction you may qualify for simply go online and visit dra.com/podcasthomes.comoreillyauto.com/adampluto.tvshopify.com/CAROLLAhttps://www.sonypictures.com/movies/sisuroadtorevengeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Greg Fitzsimmons is a stand-up comedian and podcast host. He’s on the road with live dates at Punch Line San Francisco (Dec 11–13), Hilarities in Ohio (Jan 8–10), and The Punchline in Georgia (Jan 15–17), with more at gregfitzsimmons.com. Listen to his podcasts “Fitzdog Radio” and “Sunday Papers” wherever you get your podcasts, and follow him on X @GregFitzShow.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 GREG FITZSIMMONS:LIVE DATES:Jan 8-10 - Hillarities - OH Jan 15-17 - The Punchline - GAWEBSITE: GREG FITZSIMMONS.comPODCASTS: ‘Fitzdog Radio’ & ‘Sunday Papers’Available wherever you listen to podcasts TWITTER: @GregFitzShowFOR MORE WITH RUDY PAVICH: INSTAGRAM: @rudy_pavichWEBSITE: www.rudypavichcomedy.comLIVE SHOWS: December 18 - Calabasas, CA - Live PodcastDecember 19 - Las Vegas, NV (2 shows)December 20 - Las Vegas, NV (2 shows)Thank you for supporting our sponsors:BetOnlinehomes.comoreillyauto.com/ADAMPluto.tvSIMPLISAFE.COM/ADAMEnd your tax nightmare today by visiting online at tra.com/podcast. Tax Relief Advocates, real solutions for real people. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.