Abbott and Costello Meet The Podcast

 WHO'S ON FIRST? Why Bud and Lou, of course in this routine-packed costume film, THE NAUGHTY NINETIES. You'll hear all about those routines, the cast, the creative team, etc. PLUS: A special holiday surprise from Kevin Brownlow...Bud filling in during a very famous holiday classic. Join Jerry and Nick on the Showboat as we explore this underrated gem. 

 Join Nick and Jerry as they explore one of Bud and Lou's best. You'll hear all about the making of the film, the people IN the film, and everything in between. Hear about Lou playing basketball in drag! You'll also hear another rare clip from Kevin Brownlow from his collection of Bud Abbott highlights. Enjoy! 

Welcome to our deep dish dive into LOST IN A HAREM, Bud and Lou's 2nd film for MGM. You'll hear all about this first film shot after Lou's illness and personal tragedy. Join Jerry and Nick as they discuss the great routines in this film, Marilyn Maxwell's extra curricular activities, and you'll hear a Kevin Brownlow clip of Bud Abbott's adventure with Hanna-Barbera. Enjoy!

It's here!  ABBOTT AND COSTELLO MEET THE PODCAST:  Episode 13 "IN SOCIETY".  You'll hear some of the darkness they experienced during this time.  Lou comes back after a full year of forced rest, all the while facing the ultimate tragedy.  Bud stayed true to his partner and was there for him the whole way.  There is also a very rare clip from Kevin Brownlow that has to do with a major talk show.  Enjoy everybody!

 Join Jerry and me as we take a good long look at one of the team's best, HIT THE ICE (1943). It's the boys vs. Sheldon Leonard and his mob. You'll also hear a very important sound bite from Bud Abbott's career. You won't want to miss it. :) 

Take a deep dish dive into the world of Damon Runyon as he meets Abbott and Costello! Is it a good fit? Listen and find out. Also featuring a very rare recording of Bud Abbott setting up a new career after Lou passed away. ENJOY! AND SHARE!

Join Jerry and me as we explore one of two of their most popular films, WHO DONE IT?.  It's ALL Abbott and Costello, and it's a doozy of a film.  You'll hear about the scenes that were cut, the original ending, and more.  You'll also hear the rarest Bud Abbott recording yet!  So, join in the fun and welcome!  :)

Jerry and I both love Pardon My Sarong, and here you will find almost everything you need to know about it. Written by a Marx Brothers writer, enhanced by The Ink Spots, and there is also some VERY rare audio footage of Bud Abbott meeting with a government man. Join the fun, folks! :)

Join us as your hosts, Nick Santa Maria and Jerry Sciarrio delve into the first of the boys' MGM films, RIO RITA (1942).  Lou returns to the studio that didn't appreciate him back in the 1920s, and it's a lot of fun.  You'll hear the whole story behind this film, and it goes all the way back to Flo Ziegfeld and Wheeler and Woolsey!  You'll also hear a VERY rare clip from our friends at Goodson-Todman Game Shows.  Enjoy!

Take a deep dish dive with us as we look at Abbott and Costello's western satire, RIDE 'EM COWBOY.  Hear the story behind the film and meet all the players.  We also have another rare clip from The Bud Abbott Variety Show.  So, hitch up your Palomino, check your six guns, and sit back and enjoy ABBOTT AND COSTELLO MEET THE PODCAST!