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We're back! We decided to keep the party going, but in a casual way, boots! This episode we're talking about Madonna's performance at BRIXTON ACADEMY in 2000! The performance was streamed by 9 million people! In 2018 Guinness Book of World Records named it the largest internet pop concert of all time! You can watch her performance here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4VnTlKAGU3YWe've got some ideas for future episodes, but we'd really love to hear from you if there's anything you want us to talk about. Or anyone you wants us to talk with! Email us: [email protected] us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebrationPick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancerhttps://a.co/d/0gAi3bePick up a copy of John's book: Baked! Sex, Drugs, and Alternative Comedy:https://amzn.to/3tUbvOMFor autographed copies:https://www.johnflynncomedian.com/bakedEdited by: John FlynnArtwork by Dyna Moe:https://www.nobodyssweetheart.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO THE QUEEN!!!Madonna turns 66 today! So we decided to get back on the mic and take an unofficial look back at where it all began. We're talking about the tv movie MADONNA: INNOCENCE LOST and the documentary MADONNA AND THE BREAKFAST CLUB (plus some chat on the unproduced screenplay BLOND AMBITION)Give it a listen and tell everyone you know!Email us: [email protected] us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebrationPick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancerhttps://a.co/d/0gAi3bePick up a copy of John's book: Baked! Sex, Drugs, and Alternative Comedy:https://amzn.to/3tUbvOMFor autographed copies:https://www.johnflynncomedian.com/bakedEdited by: John FlynnArtwork by Dyna Moe:https://www.nobodyssweetheart.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s been a week and a half since we saw Madonna in The Celebration Tour (feat. Kylie Minogue) This week we reflect on the experience, review the current status of Ma’Deathmatch, and go back to the beginning and talk about Madonna’s first major tv appearance on American Bandstand! Email us: [email protected] us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebrationPick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancerhttps://a.co/d/0gAi3bePick up a copy of John's book: Baked! Sex, Drugs, and Alternative Comedy:https://amzn.to/3tUbvOMFor autographed copies:https://www.johnflynncomedian.com/bakedEdited by: John FlynnArtwork by Dyna Moe:https://www.nobodyssweetheart.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The day has finally arrived! We see THE CELEBRATION TOUR! Some of us for the very first time! Some of us for the third!This episode captures the day from pre-gaming, to driving to The Kia Forum, to driving back to Eric's airbnb, and doing a lot of kiki-ing along the way!John and Eric aren't alone! The were joined by previous guest MIKE JENSEN! (The Blond Ambition Tour episode) and one of the co-host's of the GOOP YOURSELF podcast, BRYAN RUCKER! (also, John's husband)For the record, Bryan goes to bed at 1:46 in, and Mike goes to bed at 1:56 Follow Mike on Twitter & IG: @mikejensen77Listen to his podcasts!Mike and Vonia Can't Not: linktr.ee/mikeandvoniaWe Couldn't Help But Wonder (A Sex & the City podcast with a twist!): wecouldnthelpbutwonder.comFollow Bryan on Twitter & Instagram: @ruckerbryEmail us: [email protected] us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebrationPick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancerhttps://a.co/d/0gAi3bePick up a copy of John's book: Baked! Sex, Drugs, and Alternative Comedy:https://amzn.to/3tUbvOMFor autographed copies:https://www.johnflynncomedian.com/bakedEdited by: John FlynnArtwork by Dyna Moe:https://www.nobodyssweetheart.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's Hollywood's biggest night, and it was never bigger than when Madonna performed! This week we're taking a look at Madonna's iconic performances at the Acadamy Awards! And the award for Who Gets to Be Our Cohost for the Episode Goes to... (I'm so nervous) Why, it's actor/comedian JEFF HILLER!Follow Jeff on Instagram: @boomboomhillerEmail us: [email protected] us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebrationPick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancerhttps://a.co/d/0gAi3bePick up a copy of John's book: Baked! Sex, Drugs, and Alternative Comedy:https://amzn.to/3tUbvOMFor autographed copies:https://www.johnflynncomedian.com/bakedEdited by: John FlynnArtwork by Dyna Moe:https://www.nobodyssweetheart.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s award season and so we’re rolling out the red carpet for THIRTEEN of Madonna’s various award show performances!We’re talking about the American Music Awards, the BRIT Awards, EMAs, iHeartRadio, Billboard, Eurovision, and the Met Gala because why not?!?Email us: [email protected] us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebrationPick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancerhttps://a.co/d/0gAi3bePick up a copy of John's book: Baked! Sex, Drugs, and Alternative Comedy:https://amzn.to/3tUbvOMFor autographed copies:https://www.johnflynncomedian.com/bakedEdited by: John FlynnArtwork by Dyna Moe:https://www.nobodyssweetheart.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Grammys are coming up! And so is the Super Bowl! And Madonna's performed at both of them, so now's the perfect time to talk about the both.Speaking of perfect, we've got the perfect guest to explain football to us! It's actor/comedian/podcaster/rugby player JON GABRUS! (TV: 101 Places to Party Before You Die, podcasts: High & Mights, ActionBoyz)Follow Jon on Twitter & Instagram: @gabrusVisit his Website: gabris.comEmail us: [email protected] us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebrationPick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancerhttps://a.co/d/0gAi3bePick up a copy of John's book: Baked! Sex, Drugs, and Alternative Comedy:https://amzn.to/3tUbvOMFor autographed copies:https://www.johnflynncomedian.com/bakedEdited by: John FlynnArtwork by Dyna Moe:https://www.nobodyssweetheart.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we've got tickets to the hottest festival in the Colorado Desert, that's right we're talking about Madonna's two performances at the COACHELLA Valley Music and Arts Festival! And we're talking with Eric's nephew, Danny Mobraaten, about BLOND AMBITION! What do the kids think about the most important pop tour of all time? Give it a listen and find out!Email us: [email protected] us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebrationPick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancerhttps://a.co/d/0gAi3bePick up a copy of John's book: Baked! Sex, Drugs, and Alternative Comedy:https://amzn.to/3tUbvOMFor autographed copies:https://www.johnflynncomedian.com/bakedEdited by: John FlynnArtwork by Dyna Moe:https://www.nobodyssweetheart.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Like you've never seen her before." Unless you're like us, and you've seen TRUTH OR DARE a million times! We're joined by our self proclaimed number one fan, and Eric's drag mother, BRENDEN COOPER to talk about the "pop culture holy trinity:" TRUTH OR DARE, STRIKE A POSE, and MEDUSA: DARE TO BE TRUTHFUL! Email us: [email protected] us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebrationPick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancerhttps://a.co/d/0gAi3bePick up a copy of John's book: Baked! Sex, Drugs, and Alternative Comedy:https://amzn.to/3tUbvOMFor autographed copies:https://www.johnflynncomedian.com/bakedEdited by: John FlynnArtwork by Dyna Moe:https://www.nobodyssweetheart.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the holiday season, and we've got so many things to celebrate! LITERALLY? Eric saw The Celebration Tour in Brooklyn! Then John and Eric talk about Madonna's rendition of SANTA BABY! But the biggest gift of all is sharing the gift of Madonna! We talk with John's niece and nephew about the album LIKE A PRAYER! What do the kids think? Give it a listen and find out!Email us: [email protected] us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebrationPick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancerhttps://a.co/d/0gAi3bePick up a copy of John's book: Baked! Sex, Drugs, and Alternative Comedy:https://amzn.to/3tUbvOMFor autographed copies:https://www.johnflynncomedian.com/bakedEdited by: John FlynnArtwork by Dyna Moe:https://www.nobodyssweetheart.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.