Dave & Ethan's 2000" Weird Al Podcast

Dave & Ethan's 2000" Weird Al Podcast

Author: Ethan Ullman, Dave "Elvis" Rossi Language: English Episodes: 100
There's a particular joy in dissecting a perfect parody, the kind that makes you laugh while marveling at its craft. That's the territory explored in Dave & Ethan's 2000" Weird Al Podcast, hosted by Ethan Ullman and Dave "Elvis" Rossi. This isn't a dry academic analysis, but a lively and often hilarious conversation rooted in genuine fandom. The show operates on the belief that the world of "Weird Al" Yankovic is a deep and endlessly fascinating universe worthy of deep-dive discussions and celebration. You'll hear the hosts break down classic songs, album eras, and the specific genius behind Al's lyrical twists and polka medleys. The podcast regularly features fun interviews with people connected to that universe, from fellow musicians and parody subjects to dedicated fans and cultural commentators, all adding layers to the conversation. It’s a mix of thoughtful commentary, personal anecdotes, and the sheer comedy inherent in the subject matter. Listening to this podcast feels like hanging out with friends who happen to have an encyclopedic knowledge of a uniquely American artist, making the case for his cultural impact one laugh at a time. The tone is consistently warm, witty, and unpretentiously insightful, embodying the playful spirit of the music itself. It’s a dedicated space for both long-time devotees and the newly curious to appreciate the artistry behind the accordion.
Episodes
Episode 205" - Production Designer Dan Butts (Part 3) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:20:29
Dave and Ethan are joined by production designer Dan Butts for part 3 of his interview. He continues to dive deep and share secrets from the set of WEIRD: The Al Yankovic Story - including a controversy surrounding 'Hay…
Episode 204" - Production Designer Dan Butts (Part 2) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:13:11
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…
Episode 203" - Production Designer Dan Butts (Part 1) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:09:12
Dave and Ethan interview Dan Butts - the production designer for WEIRD: The Al Yankovic Story and decades of other projects with Weird Al. On this episode, Dan discusses his work on Weird Al music videos, confesses his m…
Episode 202" - WEIRD Editor Jamie Kennedy [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:17:09
Dave and Ethan interview Jamie Kennedy, the Emmy-nominated editor of WEIRD: The Al Yankovic Story! She shares an inside look into the editing process, filmed scenes that were changed or cut, and even a deadly prediction…
Episode 201" - Comedy Writer Rob Kutner [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:38
Dave and Ethan interview comedy writer Rob Kutner! Along with his impressive career writing for CONAN and The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, he helped bring a Weird Al song into existence and just released the book Snot Go…
Episode 200" - Jim "Kimo" West: New Album and Tour Talk [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:21:09
For their historic 200th inch episode, Dave and Ethan welcome back their very first guest, Weird Al's Grammy Award-winning guitarist, Jim "Kimo" West! Kimo talks about his brand new album, shares stories and insights fro…