From the quirks of name pronunciation to the unexpected corners of pop culture, Richard Crouse joins Shane Hewitt for a conversation that’s as surprising as it is entertaining. They trade stories about nicknames and why some names never sound quite right, before diving into a little-known David Bowie project from the 18th century that’s now resurfacing at the Victoria and Albert Museum. The episode takes a sharp turn into Amanda Knox’s new show—and her controversial stand-up routine—raising questions about tone, taste, and the uneasy line between comedy and trauma.
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Spinal Tap is back—and the amps still go to eleven. Film critic Richard Crouse joins Shane Hewitt to review Spinal Tap 2: The End Continues and its companion book, A Fine Line Between Stupid and Clever. With the original band reuniting for one more concert, the film leans into satire, nostalgia, and the kind of rock ’n’ roll absurdity only Spinal Tap can deliver—though Richard admits the punch doesn’t quite hit like the original. Along the way, he shares hilarious stories about real rock stars and their eccentric drink choices, from Keith Richards’ champagne-on-cornflakes breakfast to the Pogues’ love of whiskey.
Originally aired on2025-09-11
