Dave and Ethan's interview continues with production designer Dan Butts. On this episode, Dan dives into his work on WEIRD: The Al Yankovic Story, including the secret Arrested Development prop that cameos, the actor he pitched to play Dr. Demento, and his process to recreate Weird Al's childhood bedroom. Dan also talks about working with Pee-wee Herman, Flight of the Conchords, Mr. Show, and more!

ABOUT

Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, and fandom of “Weird Al” Yankovic. Hosted by Dave “Elvis” Rossi and Ethan Ullman, two Weird Al super fans, collectors, and historians - the podcast aims to spread the joy of Weird Al and his music while digging deep and learning from those who have worked with, or been inspired by, his work.

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Past episodes available at WeirdAlPodcast.com

PODCAST CREDITS

Independently produced, hosted, and created by Dave "Elvis" Rossi and Ethan Ullman

Co-produced with Mike Minnick beginning in March 2025

Theme song performed by the Grammy Award-Winning Jim "Kimo" West

Podcast logo designed by Heather Malone

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