Adam Carolla Show: Jerry O'Connell + Bobcat Goldthwait (Carolla Classics) - January 24, 2025

Welcome to a special edition of Carolla Classics on the Adam Carolla Show, featuring renowned guests Jerry O'Connell and Bobcat Goldthwait. This episode blends nostalgic highlights from past shows with engaging conversations between Adam and his guests, delivering a blend of humor, insightful anecdotes, and candid discussions.

1. Coral Classics Segment

[00:15] - Introduction to Coral Classics Gina Grad welcomes listeners to Carolla Classics, a companion podcast that curates the best moments from the 15-year run of the Adam Carolla Show. Bobcat Goldthwait, in character as Giovanni, emphasizes the availability of ad-free archives through Adam Carolla's Substack.

Notable Quote:

Bobcat Goldthwait: "You’ll also get access to a bunch of other ad-free shows including the brand new podcast Beat it Out, currently featuring Jay Moore."
[00:32]

[01:29] - Highlighting "Letters from a Nut" The segment spotlights the play Letters from a Nut, premiering at the Geffen Playhouse. Bobcat narrates the origin story of the letters, recounting how he began writing humorous correspondence to various companies, inadvertently sparking the creation of the play.

Notable Quote:

Ralphie May: "So, you do the thing where you're walking through your house and you'll look to the right and you'll go, huh, what's that magazine doing there?"
[01:29]

2. In-Depth Discussion: "Letters from a Nut" Play

[05:00] - Development of the Play Ralphie May details how Jerry Seinfeld's interest in the letters led to their publication. Initially mistaken as Jerry's own writings, the letters gained popularity, resulting in multiple books and eventually inspiring the stage play.

Notable Quote:

Ralphie May: "Barry's a very funny guest... Jerry... I got to take these to my agent."
[04:41]

[06:37] - Reading a Letter Excerpt Ralphie shares an amusing exchange between Ted Almancy and the Elephant Safari Park Lodge, highlighting the absurdity of Ted's fictional booking requests involving leaf blowers and elephants.

Notable Quote:

Ted Almancy: "Dear Bally Elephant Safari Park Lodge, I am interested in a room for four nights... I will teach a leaf blowing class in the room."
[06:37]

3. Conversation with Jerry O'Connell and Bobcat Goldthwait

After the Coral Classics segment, the show transitions to a live conversation with Jerry O'Connell and Bobcat Goldthwait, delving into personal experiences, parenting, career challenges, and humorous anecdotes.

[17:50] - Dealing with Parenthood Jerry and Bob discuss the challenges of parenting twins, sharing heartfelt and humorous moments about their children and the impact on their personal lives.

Notable Quote:

Jerry O'Connell: "There's nothing better than holding your kids and realizing how much they've grown."
[17:50]

[25:04] - Personal Diets and Habits The guests humorously explore their eating habits, diets, and the societal pressures surrounding food consumption, reflecting on how these habits shape their lives.

Notable Quote:

Gina Grad: "There's some people that are big eaters, they just like eating. And then I had a couple of friends that didn't like eating. It's just one of those dudes."
[25:04]

[43:24] - Skincare and Personal Grooming The conversation shifts to skincare routines, with Jerry critiquing conventional beauty standards and advocating for natural approaches to skin health.

Notable Quote:

Gina Grad: "I do have a face that has never been scrubbed, so tell me if you could tell the difference after 10 years of doing it."
[43:24]

[66:02] - Navigating the Entertainment Industry Bobcat shares insights into the volatility of the entertainment industry, emphasizing the importance of financial prudence and adaptability in the face of career uncertainties.

Notable Quote:

Bobcat Goldthwait: "You just gotta relax. It's a tough business, and if you can't handle it, then you shouldn't be in the business."
[66:02]

[100:57] - Controversial Topics and Humor The guests tackle sensitive subjects like reproductive health and societal norms, using humor to navigate complex emotions and experiences.

Notable Quote:

Gina Grad: "How come I can go to Trader Joe's and I can get a six pack of Grolsch for like $5.99, but if I go over to the Ralphs or The Lucky's, it's $8.99."
[100:57]

4. Stand-Up Stories and Anecdotes

Throughout the episode, both Jerry and Bobcat share stand-up routines and personal stories, blending humor with relatable life experiences.

[145:00] - Fart Humor and Embarrassing Moments Gina narrates a humorous incident involving farting into a coffee can, highlighting the awkwardness and laughter that follows such personal mishaps.

Notable Quote:

Gina Grad: "I was like, 'I'm gonna pick this up. Cause I'm the same way... How do these two find themselves?'"
[145:00]

[151:38] - Online Porn and Modern Challenges The discussion turns to the impact of online pornography on relationships, with both guests offering candid and humorous perspectives on navigating modern temptations.

Notable Quote:

Adam Carolla: "If you can open for Nirvana and Michael Bolton, there's no asking act. There's no musical act that doesn't land somewhere."
[151:38]

5. Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks

As the episode wraps up, Adam summarizes the key takeaways from the conversations, emphasizing the blend of humor and heartfelt dialogue that defines the Adam Carolla Show.

[177:00] - Wrapping Up with Ralphie May Gina Grad introduces Ralphie May, promoting his stand-up special and encouraging listeners to engage with his work, highlighting the supportive community fostered by the show.

Notable Quote:

Gina Grad: "Ralphiemay.com – all right, let's do a little Nick News, shall we?"
[177:30]

Conclusion

This episode of the Adam Carolla Show seamlessly integrates classic moments with fresh, insightful conversations featuring Jerry O'Connell and Bobcat Goldthwait. Listeners are treated to a rich tapestry of humor, personal anecdotes, and candid discussions, all hallmarked by Adam Carolla's signature wit and unfiltered humor.

Note: Time stamps correspond to segments within the provided transcript and are approximations for reference.