Paul F. Tompkins
Summary
Paul F. Tompkins joins David Cross for a chaotic, unscripted conversation that jumps from fixing microphones to the origin of Paul’s middle initial. They discuss the movie *Godzilla Minus One*, the TV show *Alone*, and New Orleans culture before debating twin identification methods and the decline of song parodies in comedy. The episode highlights their improvisational chemistry through rapid-fire tangents and absurd hypotheticals.
Topics discussed
Intro and Progressive Insurance Ads
Studio mishaps and microphone assembly
The meaning behind Paul F. Tompkins' middle initial
Alkaline levels and pool hair dye warnings
Discussion of the Canadian show Randy and the Sea Beaver
TV non-existence in the Law & Order universe
Review of the movie Godzilla Minus One
Godzilla handing out photos and shrug emojis
Investigating silent witnesses and mute suspects
The Floaters and a dating presentation sketch
Asking bus drivers for directions and cave paintings
Progressive and Talkspace advertisements
New Orleans culture and vehicular manslaughter laws
New Orleans demographics and Jaime's clothing store
Minneapolis vs St. Paul and twin city origins
Jimmy Savile slogan and 'For the Listener' bit
Distinguishing the Sklar Brothers and Ayn Rand confusion
Jedediah Berry books and Split P. Anderson's restaurant
Paul's location on May 12th and giant chess pieces
Stand-up lyrics and the word restaurateur
Survivalist shows and Tubby the Hawaiian
Biblical creation order and planetary contracting
Song parodies and Off Book musical keyboardist
Hobo pianos and kissing deadheads for longevity
Soylent Green references and South Park praise
Listener question: How parrots and cockatoos talk
Varietopia tour plug and closing credits
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