The "Weird Al" Phabet

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#121: My Bologna (Parody of "My Sharona" by The Knack) 0

Show music:

"Backbay Lounge", "Crinoline Dreams", "Apero Hour", "Bossa Antigua", "Marty Gots a Plan", "March of the Spoons", "Jazz Brunch", "Samba Isobel", "Fast Talkin, "Fig Leaf Times Two", "Spy Glass", "Breakdown", and "Dvorak Polka" - Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com)

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Segment of Al's disclaimer from "My New Teacher and Me!" audiobook - Al Yankovic

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Jun 5, 2018

It's the one that started it all. Or rather, the one that took off. Learn about the behind the scenes of Al's classic, the first official unofficial music video, a new discovery of the significance of "27", as well as the "origins" of bologna.

Al's Cameo:
Interview with Al's Former Roommate - audio of himself:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zgFPWR2fp5c

Dan's links n' stuff:
@DanielKawka
www.danielkawka.com

BUY YOUR TICKETS TO FEST OF AL:
http://festofal.com/

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#120: My Baby's in Love With Eddie Vedder (Original, in the style of Zydeco) 0

Show music:

"Backbay Lounge", "Fun in a Bottle", "Olde Timey", "Apero Hour", "Bossa Antigua", "Marty Gots a Plan", "March of the Spoons", "Rollin at 5", "March of the Spoons", "Do De Oh", "George Street Shuffle", "Doobly Doo", "Cool Vibes", "Long Stroll", "Breakdown", and "Dvorak Polka" - Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com)

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Interview Segment with Al Yankovic - 'Weird Al Please Explain' - Wits APM

"My Bologna (Capital Records Version)" - "Weird Al" Yankovic

"My Bologna" - "Weird Al" Yankovic

"Bingo! Dino DNA!" - Mr. DNA (Jurassic Park)

"Dun Dun DUNNNNNN" - Dramatic Chipmunk

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May 31, 2018

What makes Eddie Vedder so special? Why would Al want to stalk God? And how do you pronounce "zydeco"? Zai-DIK-oh? Zai-DECK-oh? Zai-DEEK-oh? Zai-Da-Doo-Ron-Ron?

Al's Cameo:
Al in "Ironic" with Alanis Moressette - Al TV - Himself:
https://youtu.be/Yp3cJ8orTE0

Andrew's links n' stuff:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBZz5uJyxIr1JbUdCbMDOrA
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChAFev92iloHWD2o0UQTN0w
www.andrewfrolaproductions.com

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Lisa Popeil on "Mr. Popeil" (Full Interview) 0

Show music:

"Darxieland", "Samba Isobel", "Impromtu in Quarter Comma Meantone", "Apero Hour", "Bossa Antigua", "Marty Gots a Plan", "March of the Spoons", "Final Battle of the Dark Wizards", "March of the Spoons", "Breaktime", "Fun in a Bottle", "Breakdown", and "Dvorak Polka" - Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com)

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"What a story, Mark." - Tommy Wiseau

"How Bizarre" - OMC

"Brother, help me!" - The Lion King

"Arrested Development Theme" - Arrested Development

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May 24, 2018

It's not everyday you get to talk to a talented singer and vocal coach like Lisa Popeil, so we think it's safe to say that this is a special occasion. Learn all about her side of the making of Mr. Popeil as well as some fun facts about some of the other songs she was also a background vocalist on, what turned her towards teaching, and how much we all love to gush about Al.

OUR "Mr. Popeil" EPISODE DISCUSSION:
http://weirdalphabet.libsyn.com/119-mr-popeil-style-parody-of-the-b-52s

Lisa's Cameo:
Straight Outta Lynwood BTS Featurette:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l1CFH-kZJ1Y

Lisa Popeil's links n' stuff:
http://www.popeil.com/

https://www.facebook.com/Voiceworks

https://twitter.com/Lisa_Popeil

https://www.instagram.com/lisa_popeil/

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#119: Mr. Popeil (Style Parody of the B-52s) 0

Show music:
All of the music in this episode by Joe Euro. Please support him here:
http://www.ptwineseller.com/music-by-joe-euro/

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May 24, 2018

This week, we discuss Al's ode to Samuel Popeil with special help from Sam's daughter, singer and vocal coach: Lisa Popeil! You don't want to miss it!

FULL INTERVIEW HERE:
http://weirdalphabet.libsyn.com/lisa-popeil-on-mr-popeil-full-interview

Lisa's Cameo:
Straight Outta Lynwood BTS Featurette:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l1CFH-kZJ1Y

Lisa Popeil's links n' stuff:
http://www.popeil.com/

https://www.facebook.com/Voiceworks

https://twitter.com/Lisa_Popeil

https://www.instagram.com/lisa_popeil/

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Discussion of The Ridiculously Self-Indulgent, Ill-Advised Vanity Tour with David & Michael 0

Show music:

"In Your Arms", "Professor Umlaut", "Lobby Time", "Apero Hour", "Bossa Antigua", "Marty Gots a Plan", "March of the Spoons", "Backbay Lounge", "Airport Lounge", "Breakdown", and "Dvorak Polka" - Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com)

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"Mr. Popeil (Instrumental)" - "Weird Al" Yankovic

"But wait, there's more!", "For 4 easy payments...", etc. - Ron Popeil and Ron Co.

"Weasel Stomping Day (BTS)" - Lisa Popeil/"Weird Al" Yankovic

"Lava" - B-52s

"Mr. Popeil" - "Weird Al" Yankovic

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May 18, 2018

David and Michael both went to see Al in concert when he performed in Los Angeles on separate nights! Both of their nights went vastly different!

Fest of Al:
http://festofal.com/

The winner (Josh, right) and the loser (Michael, left) of Weird Al Jeopardy!

Show music:

"Dvorak Polka" - Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com)

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#118: Mr. Frump in the Iron Lung (Original/Possible Style Parody of "Alice's Restaurant" by Arlo Guthrie) 0

May 15, 2018

This week, we're joined by Bradley Mehlenbacher of Draco and the Malfoys as we discuss what may be the saddest tale Al has ever told.

Al's Cameo:
Al on Thrilling Adventure Hour:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W6hdlmv51xA

Bradley's links n' stuff:
https://twitter.com/datm?lang=en

http://evilwizardrock.com/

https://www.facebook.com/dracoandthemalfoys

http://www.youtube.com/dracoandthemalfoys

https://www.instagram.com/evilwizardrock/

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#117: Money For Nothing/Beverly Hillbillies* (Parody of "Money For Nothing" by Dire Straits and "The Ballad of Jed Clampett" by Flatt and Scruggs) 0

Show music:

"Jazz Brunch", "George Street Shuffle", "Bossa Antigua", "Samba Isobel", "March of the Spoons", "Monkeys Spinning Monkeys", "Backbay Lounge", "Airport Lounge", "Five Card Shuffle", "Breaktime", "Breakdown", and "Dvorak Polka" - Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com)

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"What a story, Mark." - Tommy Wiseau

"BWHAHHHH" sound - Inception

"Alice's Resaurant" - Arlo Guthrie

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May 8, 2018

Why is there an asterisk? How did it get there? What's so great about The Beverly Hillbillies? Also, another 1-star review?? Listen in!

Al's Cameo:
CMVA Speaker's Corner - Himself:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UJEcRnNzZUQ

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#116: Mission Statement (Style Parody of Crosby, Stills, Nash, & Young) 0

Show music:

"Jazz Brunch", "George Street Shuffle", "Bossa Antigua", "Maccaray Bay", "Samba Isobel", "Meatball Parade", "Bushwick Tarantella", "March of the Spoons", Backbay Lounge", "Airport Lounge", "Apero Hour", "Breakdown", and "Dvorak Polka" - Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com)

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"Ok" - Donkey Kong 64

"On U62!" - UHF

Weird Al sound clip - CMVA Speakers Corner

"Beverly Hillbillies Miss You" - "Weird Al" Yankovic

"Miss You" - The Rolling Stones

"Othello Rap" - Reduced Shakespeare Company

"The Ballad of Jed Clampett (Karaoke) - ProSound Karaoke/Flatt and Scruggs

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Apr 30, 2018

This week we're talking BUSINESS! Let's monetize some assets! (Also, Dan helped with this episode! Yay Dan!)

Al's Cameo:
Cheesy Stuff - New York Times Crossword Puzzle - Himself
https://www.nytimes.com/2018/04/03/crosswords/daily-puzzle-2018-04-04.html

Listen to Michael's Hamilton parody: "Alfred Matthew Yankovic"!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=byndwL7f9TQ

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#115: Miniature Golf (Original by Damaskas featuring Weird Al, Beefalo Bill, and Barnes & Barnes) 0

Show music:

"Jazz Brunch", "March of the Spoons", Backbay Lounge", "Airport Lounge", "Apero Hour", "Breakdown", and "Dvorak Polka" - Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com)

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Seth Rogan laugh - Seth Rogan

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Apr 23, 2018

Wait! Al didn't write this song!! What gives, man?? Learn about Damaskas, Barnes & Barnes, and Beefalo Bill. They're like "Weird Al", except they glow in the dark.

Also, we're not in any way sponsored by Netflix.

Al's Cameo:
Paul F. Tompkins: Laboring Under Delusions Tour - “WEIRD!” - Himself (mentioned)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bh35_ytSy5s

Listen to Michael's Hamilton parody: "Alfred Matthew Yankovic"!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=byndwL7f9TQ

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