Adam Carolla Show – Episode: Dave Dameshek + Jon Hurwitz and Hayden Schlossberg (Carolla Classics) Release Date: May 11, 2025

1. Celebrity Apprentice Experiences

Challenges of Staying in the Hotel: Allison Rosen shares her struggles with staying at the Trump International Hotel during the filming of Celebrity Apprentice. Her discomfort stems from her homebody nature and reliance on personal comforts, such as her TV setup at home.

• Quote:
  "The idea of being cooped up in a hotel room sounds insane to me."
  (03:02)

Sling Box Debacle: Allison attempted to use a Sling Box to stream her TV shows from home while away. Despite initial optimism, technical issues plagued the device, leading to frustration and unmet expectations.

• Quote:
  "We tried to hook it up and we got it all hooked up to the TV and it would last for about 15 to 90 seconds before it froze."
  (10:37)

Interactions with Penn Jillette: During her stay, Allison had a notable interaction with Penn Jillette, who suggested turning on the TV in unconventional ways, further complicating her attempt to stay connected to her shows.

• Quote:
  "He looked at me and he said, I haven't even turned my TV set on. And I was like, are you high?"
  (07:19)

2. Racing and Tragedy

Encounter with Marco Andretti: Allison recounts meeting Marco Andretti, Michael Andretti's son and an IndyCar driver. Their conversation took a somber turn when Marco's teammate, Dan Weldon, tragically died in a race shortly after.

• Quote:
  "Dan Weldon was dead, like, two and a half, three months later. So, very weird."
  (33:17)

Impact of Dan Weldon's Death: The sudden loss of Weldon not only affected the racing community but also altered Allison's experience on the show, leading to emotional reflections on mortality and unforeseen consequences.

3. Hot Chicks and Cultural Comparisons

Debating Attractiveness Across Countries: The hosts engage in a lively discussion comparing the demeanor and attractiveness of women from various countries, often highlighting stereotypes and personal preferences.

• Quote:
  "Hot chicks from Canada are much fucking nicer than hot chicks from Florida for sure."
  (38:03)

Critique of American Female Representation: Allison criticizes the portrayal and presence of American women in sports and media, suggesting a lack of genuine, hardworking representations.

• Quote:
  "We don't have hot chicks doing them in real life. We do have hot chicks who play them in movies."
  (39:35)

4. Football Talk with Dave Dameshek

Playoff Predictions and Team Analysis: Dave Dameshek leads a segment analyzing NFL teams' performances and playoff prospects, expressing strong opinions about the New England Patriots and other contenders.

• Quote:
  "New England would steamroll that team. So whoever survives that one would limp into Foxborough."
  (72:11)

Super Bowl Frustrations: The discussion reflects frustration with the unpredictability of football outcomes and the perceived ease with which certain teams advance to the Super Bowl.

• Quote:
  "And that is going to happen. And they have no defense whatsoever."
  (72:22)

5. Movie and Pop Culture Commentary

Unrealistic Movie Scenes: The hosts critique unrealistic portrayals in movies, such as those in The Abyss and Tango & Cash, highlighting discrepancies between on-screen actions and real-life logic.

• Quote:
  "But he's gonna show the guy up. He pulls off, he stops his car."
  (87:00)

Harold & Kumar Discussions: Jon Hurwitz and Hayden Schlossberg discuss their involvement in the Harold & Kumar franchise, emphasizing the challenges and creative decisions behind the series.

• Quote:
  "We couldn't get the glitchy Aasterk that was going to be too far out. So we wrote the script."
  (135:00)

6. News Segment with Allison Rosen

Michele Bachmann’s Campaign Suspension: Allison Rosen reports on Michele Bachmann suspending her presidential campaign after a poor showing in the Iowa caucus, noting the standard political rhetoric used during such announcements.

• Quote:
  "She said last night the people of Iowa spoke with a very clear voice. And so I've decided to stand aside."
  (78:29)

George Zimmerman 911 Call Controversy: A discussion ensues about the Today show's editing of George Zimmerman's 911 call, analyzing the implications of media narratives on public perception.

• Quote:
  "The network completed its investigation and found an error and issued an apology."
  (Brian Bishop, 78:29)

7. Promotional Segments and Sponsor Mentions

ProFlowers Promotion: A promotional segment highlights ProFlowers and its offerings, encouraging listeners to support the show through flower purchases.

• Quote:
  "You find the link, support the show and boom. And we've added to Canada and UK. We should do Australia so we can get that."
  (55:49)

8. Controversial Exchanges and Humor

Chevy Chase Incident: Allison Rosen vents about a voicemail from Chevy Chase, criticizing his behavior and delivery, highlighting tension and longstanding issues between collaborators.

• Quote:
  "Fuck you, dude. Why do you have it in for me?"
  (157:05)

Discussions on Gender and Stereotypes: A heated exchange unfolds regarding gender stereotypes in media and sports, reflecting broader societal issues.

• Quote:
  "She's only 4 inches off the ground. He slid across the finish line and got second."
  (32:27)

9. Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks

The episode concludes with a blend of humor, personal anecdotes, and reflections on current events, maintaining the show's signature blend of candid conversation and comedic banter.

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