Adam Carolla Show – Episode Summary: "Jo Koy + Elliot Gould (Carolla Classics)"

Release Date: November 17, 2024

Welcome to a special edition of "Corolla Classics," where host Giovanni curates the most memorable moments from the past 15 years of the Adam Carolla Show. This episode features a diverse array of clips, including standout conversations with Elliott Gould, Grant Lee Phillips, and intriguing segments involving missing money and passionate rants about cheese. Below is a detailed summary capturing the key discussions, insights, and humorous exchanges from each featured clip.

1. Gender Differences and Life Expectancy with Elliott Gould

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Overview: In this lively discussion, Adam Carolla engages with actor Elliott Gould, Allison Rosen, and Brian Bishop, delving into the nuanced differences between men and women, particularly focusing on life expectancy and lifestyle choices.

Key Discussions:

• Life Expectancy and Gender:

  • Adam Carolla [02:15]: "We die almost a decade before you. Do you ever want to bring that up?"
  • Elliott Gould [02:30]: "That's a perk to having ovaries, isn't it? The extra 10 years you get to spend on the fucking planet."

• Lifestyle Choices and Stress:

  • Adam Carolla [05:00]: Discusses how men may burn themselves out faster due to stress, leading to habits like smoking and drinking.
  • Elliott Gould [06:45]: Shares a personal anecdote about balancing work and family life, highlighting the pressures men face.

• Insurance and Healthcare Breaks:

  • Adam Carolla [07:30]: "You get a break on your insurance and you live an extra seven, eight years or something. It's not bad."

Notable Quotes:

• Elliott Gould [02:30]: "That's a perk to having ovaries, isn't it?"
• Adam Carolla [05:00]: "I think guys burn themselves out. There's a biological thing."

2. Musical Insights with Grant Lee Phillips

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Overview: Grant Lee Phillips joins Adam Carolla to discuss his musical journey, influences, and the creative process behind his album "Walking in the Green Corn."

Key Discussions:

• Transition from Magic to Music:

  • Grant Lee Phillips [01:10]: "I was a child magician when I was 10, and then I found my way into music when I turned about 14."

• Musical Influences:

  • Grant Lee Phillips [03:25]: "Neil Young was a big one for me because being a songwriter and a guitar player."
  • Adam Carolla [04:50]: "I grew up in the era of great Bowie, glam rock, it all was side by side."

• Live Performances and International Reception:

  • Grant Lee Phillips [10:15]: "Walking in the Green Corn is available on iTunes, and we have a live record coming out from London."
  • Adam Carolla [11:40]: "Buffalo Walking in the Green Corn. It's fantastic."

Notable Quotes:

• Grant Lee Phillips [01:10]: "I was a child magician before I became a musician."
• Adam Carolla [03:30]: "Hunky Dory's a great album. I love that record."

Performance Highlight: Grant Lee Phillips performs the title track "Walking in the Green Corn," showcasing his melodic abilities and heartfelt lyrics. (Timestamp not applicable)

3. The Mystery of the Missing Cash

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Overview: A chaotic and humorous recount of an incident where Adam Carolla misplaces a significant amount of cash during a show, leading to a series of suspect interactions and comedic misunderstandings.

Key Discussions:

• Incident Description:

  • Adam Carolla [00:45]: "I was sitting on the table with my cash, sorting it out, and then I came back to find a crazy guy there and my money was gone."

• Interactions with Guests:

  • Adam Carolla [05:30]: "He was wearing a shirt that says bipolar on it. Clearly, he wasn't right."
  • Dr. Drew [17:00]: Attempts to mediate the situation but ends up complicating it further.

• Suspect Identification:

  • Adam Carolla [20:15]: Discovers that Sean Green, a former Dodger player, might be involved.

• Resolution Attempts:

  • Adam Carolla [25:40]: Confronts Drew about the mishandling of the situation and seeks to recover the missing money.

Notable Quotes:

• Adam Carolla [00:45]: "There's some crazy human being that is sitting where I'm sitting."
• Adam Carolla [05:30]: "He was wearing a shirt that says bipolar on it. Clearly, he wasn't right."

Humorous Exchanges:

• Adam Carolla and Dr. Drew: The interplay between Carolla's frustration and Dr. Drew's attempts at deflection adds a comedic layer to the chaotic incident.

4. Cheesy Rants and Preferences

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Overview: Adam Carolla passionately rants about his disdain for soft cheeses, advocating for the superiority of hard cheeses at parties and events. This segment is filled with humor, wild metaphors, and sharp critiques of cheese etiquette.

Key Discussions:

• Soft vs. Hard Cheese:

  • Adam Carolla [02:00]: "There's nothing better than the harder Italian cheese or even the harder cheeses. Stop at the 50/50 mix."
  • Guest [04:15]: Discusses the difficulty of handling soft cheeses like Brie at parties.

• Cheese Presentation and Waste:

  • Adam Carolla [06:30]: "Soft cheese can't be transported. Cube up some Monterey Jack or cheddar instead."
  • Guest [07:45]: Describes the messy process of serving Brie and how it leads to significant waste.

• Humorous Metaphors:

  • Adam Carolla [10:00]: "Brie is like having a sexual relationship with a cheese. You can't shove your finger in it without making a mess."
  • Guest [12:30]: Compares soft cheese handling to performing a "cheese speculum" surgery.

Notable Quotes:

• Adam Carolla [02:00]: "If you don't like hard cheese, you don't like cheese. Fuck you like."
• Adam Carolla [10:00]: "Brie is like having a sexual relationship with a cheese."

Rant Highlights:

• The segment is punctuated with Adam's humorous and exasperated takes on soft cheeses, advocating for simpler, less messy options at gatherings.

Conclusion

This episode of "Corolla Classics" offers a blend of insightful discussions, humorous anecdotes, and memorable rants that showcase Adam Carolla's unique style and the diverse range of guests on his show. From deliberating gender differences and life expectancy with Elliott Gould to solving the quirky mystery of missing cash and engaging in a spirited debate about cheese types, listeners are treated to a variety of entertaining and thought-provoking segments. Whether you're a long-time fan or new to the Adam Carolla Show, this compilation provides a comprehensive glimpse into the show's rich history of candid conversations and comedic brilliance.

Notable Quotes Summary:

• Elliott Gould [02:30]: "That's a perk to having ovaries, isn't it?"
• Adam Carolla [05:00]: "I think guys burn themselves out. There's a biological thing."
• Grant Lee Phillips [01:10]: "I was a child magician before I became a musician."
• Adam Carolla [00:45]: "There's some crazy human being that is sitting where I'm sitting."
• Adam Carolla [02:00]: "If you don't like hard cheese, you don't like cheese. Fuck you like."
• Adam Carolla [10:00]: "Brie is like having a sexual relationship with a cheese."

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