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Never Not Funny Gives Back

PhotobucketThere are few comedy nerds who don't know about Never Not Funny. The podcast began 110 episodes ago, stars Chicago native Jimmy Pardo and features comedy writer/producer Matt Belknap with rotating special guests that include comics such as Paul F. Tompkins, Maria Bamford, Chris Hardwick, Todd Glass, and many more.

The podcast has gone from being a fun experiment among friends to being the most popular comedy podcast since Ricky Gervais paved the way. This season, their third, it has become free for only the first 20 minutes, with a paid subscription required for the other 60-80 minutes. And it's well worth it- you can hear the best alternative comedians working talk about everything from their funniest experiences on the road to stories from their childhood to their opinions of classic rock bands and their slow descent into infinite, unlistenable solo acts (the latter being a favorite topic thanks to Mr. Pardo's obsession with the music industry). Also, paid subscribers get regular treats, like getting stupid questions asked over email read during the paid portion, and the occasional download of a live performance of a show Jimmy or Matt produces. But the best part is the rambling, off the cuff dialogue every week. Each podcast is like being a fly on the wall at the world's most hilarious lunch table.

Now you could literally become that fly, if you can provide the DNA-altering technology and transportation. This week, regular guest and longtime companion* of Jimmy's, Pat Francis, came up with an idea to auction off a guest appearance. You can watch the whole show in person and then ask the stupid question in person at the end that Pat, Jimmy, and Matt will then discuss.

The best part? It all goes to a wonderful charity, The Smile Train, who provide cleft lip and palate surgery for special children around the world.

Want to bid but can't afford the plane trip to LA? Well they won't fly you out, but you can donate your appearance to anyone who can be in the area on the day.

To bid, head over to the eBay page.

*may or may not be an inside joke

-Dan Telfer

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Cool news- no matter who wins this auction, the bidding is now high enough to pay for a child's surgery!

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