FOF #300 - A Look Inside Margaret Cho - 05.01.06
Comedy heroine and freedom fighter Margaret Cho joins us today in an exclusive podcast interview to celebrate the 300th episode of the Feast of Fools podcast. Happy May Day!
Born in the late 60's in San Francisco, Margaret Cho grew up in a counter-cultural atmosphere that helped shape her comedic sensiblities.
In the mid-90's she joined the ranks of comedians (Ellen DeGeneres, Tim Allen, Jerry Seinfeld, Rosanne and Drew Carey) that have had their acts turned into a sitcom when ABC televsion decided to have her star on the sitcom "All American Girl."
The behind-the-scenes conflict with tv excecutives over ethinc identity and her body plus problems with poor ratings left this critically acclaimed program canceled after it's first year.
Not to be daunted, Margaret Cho returned to the national spotlight with her off-broadway hit show "I'm The One That I Want" about her experiences on the tv show.
In 2003 she embarked on a sold-out national tour of her show "Revolution" of which the CD was nominated for a Grammy for best comedy album of the year for 2003. She also won a "Worst Dressed" award for the dress she wore to the awards ceremony.
Not a person to shy away from controversy, her comments about the Bush administration at a Moveon.org political rally (where she said "Laura Bush's pussy tastes like Lysol") made her the focus of an intense conservative backlash.
Laughing all the way to the bank, Maraget Cho now holds the distinction of having the feature film of her off-broadway show brake records for grossing more per print than any film in history ($1.4 million with only nine prints).
Margaret Cho returns to Chicago on Sunday July 16th to the Chicago Theater to perform a new show "Freedom ‘06." Click here to buy your tickets in advance.
Listen to this remarkable outspoken woman talk candidly about politics, shyness, family, career and sexuality on the 300th show of the Feast of Fools podcast.
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Congrats on your 300th show guys, I love Margaret Cho and it was cool that you got to chat with her.
Said by: Psyton at May 1, 2006 09:22 AM
Hey guys... Congrats on 300 shows, and congrats on the great interview with Ms. Cho. LOVE HER!
Said by: RcktMan at May 1, 2006 10:42 AM
Great show you guys! So cool listening to da Cho on your 300 millionth show. Love you guys!
Said by: Bobby at May 1, 2006 10:47 AM
Congrats on show #300 guys!!!
What a way to celebrate than with Ms. Cho herself! Fun interview too!
Looking forward to another 300!
Your kinkster in S. Cal,
Buzz
Said by: Buzz at May 1, 2006 10:49 AM
I love Margaret Cho and I love the Feast of Fools, so having the two things I love the most combined is a dream come true! Thank you!
Said by: Daryl at May 1, 2006 10:59 AM
Happy 300th Show you guys!
Said by: Ben at May 1, 2006 11:50 AM
Congrats on the 300th episode - awesome job!
Margaret Cho was great as well - I love her dvds and would encourage everyone to check them out.
Said by: rambleredhead at May 1, 2006 01:18 PM
How many quarter turns does it take to equal 300 shows? Help a brotha out here fellas!
Said by: Jason at May 1, 2006 01:49 PM
Two great tastes that taste great together... FOF and da Cho. Congrats guys!!! Here's to 300 more!
Said by: Donnie at May 1, 2006 02:22 PM
Jason, isn't 1200 quarter turns equal to 300 whole turns?
Or 75 whole turns equal to 300 quarter turns.
The sad thing all I can remember from all these shows is "Quarter Turns," Kathy Griffin's right breast, and Ronnie screaming "Inspect, Select and Reject."
Said by: Fausto at May 1, 2006 02:45 PM
margaret cho, fausto and marc and a drink recipe, a great pocast and a kickass guest to have. I have 3 or 4 cds of hers and shes a great comedian, but to get to know what shes like offstage is really interesting. thanks so much you pretty smart men.
Said by: Rochelle (from MN) at May 1, 2006 04:36 PM
A political posting, in honor of Ms. Margarita Cho...
There are 400,000 people in Grant Park right now! It's incredible. What a powerful statement.
I was listening to the reports on the radio and thinking -- Right on! What about OUR rights? What would it look like if we had a Day Without Gays? Just think of it... "Hey, where's my teacher/doctor/boss/etc, etc..." "Hey, Sweet Occasions is closed!" Conservative assholes are gathering signatures right now to get a referendum on the ballot this November to endorse amending the IL constitution to ban gay marriage. Check it out: http://www.protectmarriageillinois.org/. We gotta get out and do something!
What do you say? Is it time for a revolution?
Said by: Maia at May 1, 2006 05:01 PM
Anytime is a good time for a revolution. Bring it on.
Said by: Fausto at May 1, 2006 05:14 PM
You guys should have a 2hr special podcast! Maybe be for the 1000th, lol.
Said by: George at May 1, 2006 08:47 PM
wow 300 guys that's awesome! And Margaret Cho to boot, can't ask for better. Great interview!
Said by: Kristen at May 1, 2006 10:11 PM
Congratulations on #300!!!!
Loved hearing the show with Margaret Cho. She is one of my favorites. Notorious C.H.O. was actually my favorite show. As such, I think it will be interesting what old material she pulls into her new show. I also rather enjoyed hearing the lower-key side of her. It is always interesting to see/hear celebrities when they aren't performing or on the cover of the Enquirer. They're normal, just like the rest of us. : )
Said by: Daniel at May 1, 2006 10:28 PM
Did anyone else have trouble getting the show via itunes? I heard up to where Cho called in and started chatting; then it just went dead and started again. I downloaded it again via itunes and the same thing happened...bizarre.
Said by: Gary C at May 2, 2006 07:10 AM
Happy 300th show! ...and thanks Marc for the fone call! Miss Ginger is in love with you and your big brown **ck! (lol)
Said by: Dag at May 2, 2006 11:58 AM
BTW, I LOVE MARGARET CHO!!
another fab show Fausto and Marc!!
xoxox's with undies off - Dag
Said by: Dag at May 2, 2006 11:59 AM
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