Lost in America

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#30: Andrew Goldstein - Writing for WWE in America May 03, 2017

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Turner Sparks (@TurnerBSparks) and Michael Ira Kaplan (@MiKaplan11) are joined by comedy writer and former WWE writer Andrew Goldstein(@AngeGold). Andrew tells the story of being at WWE when they decided to bring in Donald Trump, he talks pro wrestling in China and Japan and finally he shares his "Snakes on a Plane" bit that was rejected by Vince McMahon. This episode is brought to you by Ense, available in the App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/ense/id1136044148?mt=8. Also, go check out the new board game Meltdown Gulf! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/gammabladestudios/248006407/
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#29: Blue Shirt Esq - Pod Lawyer Apr 26, 2017

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This week Turner Sparks (@TurnerBSparks) and Michael Ira Kaplan (@MiKaplan11) welcome pod lawyer Blue Shirt Esq. back to the show. Turner asks him about the law in America vs. China and then Blue names his 3 least favorite episodes of the show so far. This episode is brought to you by Ense, available in the App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/ense/id1136044148?mt=8
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#28: Rob Stalkie - Almost Murdered in a Canadian Gold Mine, and Jokes Apr 19, 2017

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Turner Sparks (@TurnerBSparks) and Sir Michael Kaplan (@MiKaplan11) have Canadian comedian Rob Stalkie (www.RobStalkie.com) on to talk about his wild adventures in life. Rob was almost murdered while mining for gold in Canada's Yukon Territory, he then moved to Australia for an ex-girlfriend and finally pioneered Taiwan's stand-up comedy scene. This episode is brought to you by Ense, available in the APP Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/ense/id1136044148?mt=8
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#27: Sue Funke - Explaining Easter to Kaplan Apr 12, 2017

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Happy Easter! This week Michael Ira Kaplan (@MiKaplan11) is Lost In America as Turner Sparks (@TurnerBSparks) and comedian Sue Funke (@thesuefunke) teach him about the traditions of Easter. Turner also recounts his first trip to Chinatown and Kaplan blows an opportunity to be a little league soccer coach. This episode is brought to you by Ense: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/ense/id1136044148?mt=8
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#26: Jimmy Brodows - From Japan to Russia and Back Apr 05, 2017

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Turner Sparks (@TurnerBSparks) and Michael Ira Kaplan (@MiKaplan11) start by reminiscing on the merits of mansplaining. Next, they bring in guest Jimmy Brodows to talk about his previous life in the hills of Japan and his current life as an international recruiter helping foreigners come to America. They also discuss his upcoming marriage to his Russian bride and why that's a smart move politically. This episode is brought to you by Ense, available in the APP Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/ense/id1136044148?mt=8
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#25: Jeremy Pinsly and Joe Gerics - Drinking Chinese Liquor Mar 29, 2017

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Drink along with Turner Sparks (@TurnerBSparks) and Michael Ira Kalpan (@MiKaplan11) as they host comedians Joe Gerics and Jeremy Pinsly (www.jeremypinsly.com) in a Chinese drinking episode. Turner brings traditional Chinese spirits and mixed drinks to the studio for the guys to try out, rate and enjoy. To drink along prepare Chivas Regal whisky, red wine, tequila, baijiu, huangjiu, coke and sprite. This episode is brought to you by Ense, available in the APP Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/ense/id1136044148?mt=8
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#24: Tyler Sparks - US Diplomat Mar 22, 2017

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This week Turner Sparks (@TurnerBSparks) and Kaplan (@MiKaplan11) have United States diplomat, and Turner's brother, Tyler Sparks on the pod to talk about his crazy life in the US State Department. Tyler was Wikileaked while stationed in Malawi, Africa, he was wrongfully accused of being a CIA operative during a Nicaraguan election and now he is the head of the Serbian Desk for the United States in Washington DC. This episode is brought to you by Ense, available in the APP Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/ense/id1136044148?mt=8

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#23: Troy Alan, David Atkinson and St. Patrick's Day in America Mar 15, 2017

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Turner McSparks (@TurnerBSparks)and Mordecai McKaplan (@MiKaplan11)start the pod by tracking down Texas John somewhere in Asia to see what life on the run has been like since the pod. Next up, quiz show! Turner holds an Irish Jeopardy quiz with Irish-American comedian Troy Alan (@TroyAlanComic), Irish-Irish comedian David Atkinson and Mr. McKaplan to see who is the most Irish. This episode is brought to you by Ense, available in the App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/ense/id1136044148?mt=8
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#22: Matt Davis - One Year of Stand-Up Around The World Mar 08, 2017

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Turner Sparks (@TurnerBSparks) and Kaplan (@MiKaplan11) are joined by world touring comedian Matt Davis (@MattDavis) who just returned from performing comedy in Pakistan. Matt talk about his first trip to China, his former child-soldier friend in Africa and why performing in the American south is more dangerous than performing in Pakistan. This episode is brought to you by Ense, available in the App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/ense/id1136044148?mt=8
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#21: Drew Morgan - A Liberal Redneck Explains the South Mar 01, 2017

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Turner Sparks (@TurnerBSparks) and Kaplan (@MiKaplan11) have Drew Morgan (www.wellredcomedy.com) on to teach a couple of Damn Yankees how to be Southern. They also have a very special guest drop by to bury an old hatchet. Pick up Drew's book The Liberal Redneck Manifesto wherever books are sold. This episode is proudly sponsored by Ense: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/ense/id1136044148?mt=8
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