About this episode

Zeth discusses the enduring legacy of 'Blazing Saddles' and shares recommendations for songs and movies about comedians with guest Jake Brennan.

We’re gonna need a sh*tload of dimes cuz Zeth is talking about the 1974 film ‘Blazing Saddles,’ why it endures 52 years later, and its recent appearance at the top of two separate best-of lists online. Later, he’s joined by Disgraceland’s Jake Brennan to give recommendations for songs and movies about comedians. Plus your voicemails, texts, emails, and more. Become an All Access member today by visiting disgracelandpod.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Host: Zeth

Guest: Jake Brennan

Topics covered

• film analysis
• comedy
• pop culture
• music recommendations
• listener interaction

Keywords

• Blazing Saddles
• Zeth
• Jake Brennan
• comedy
• film analysis
• listener voicemails
• music recommendations

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Disgraceland, iHeartPodcasts, Exactly Right

Books & works: Blazing Saddles

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