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The Chris Ventura Show is currently on hiatus for summer 2014. While the show is on hiatus, we will be releasing some audio you may not have heard before.Autor: Chris Ventura

Chris and Kat discuss the similarities among several different movies with a comparison of characters and plots. The discussion begins with a comparison between The Hunger Games and The Running Man which leads into a string of other movies. Examine it!Autor: Chris Ventura

Released: 3/19/14 Taped: 2/26/14 Kat and Chris examine a list of embarrassing office scenarios. Can you relate to any of these? Later: a discussion of Jimmy Fallon taking over The Tonight Show. Apologies in advance for any crude humor! Enjoy!Autor: Chris Ventura

Kat and Chris discuss the recent debate between Ken Ham (creationism) and Bill Nye (evolution). Selected clips from the debate are played and then commented on by both Kat and Chris who share their personal opinions.Autor: Chris Ventura

Released: 2/6/2014 Taped: 1/26/2014 Kat and Chris are back with a podcast devoted to Los Angeles with an examination of a couple of buzzfeed lists pertaining to the city. Are these lists accurate and relatable? Listen and find out!Autor: Chris Ventura

Kat and Chris host the first new podcast episode in over 18 months! This marks the official relaunch of the show alongside a series of live video broadcasts. The topic today is healthy living. Mind, body, and soul. Take a listen to what we have to say!Autor: Chris Ventura

Released 6/25/12: Taped June 19th, 2012. Co-host Laura rolls into town as we respond to questions about what I had said in the previous show--leading us into a hipster survey in order to find out whether or not I am officially a hipster.Autor: Chris Ventura

I'm joined by Kat, discussing (somewhat sourly and bitterly) a little bit about how I feel as I've grown older. Kat reads a poem. I discuss a story relating to why I was featured on an internet blog. We debut our big-budget series "Alley Kat Tales."Autor: Chris Ventura

Released 3/29/12: Taped March 11th, 2012. I'm joined by my friend Kat for a little springtime induced randomness. Kat will be a future regular on the Chris Ventura Show. Here, we introduce her to the audience by asking tough questions.Autor: Chris Ventura

Released 3/27/12: Taped March 22nd, 2012. Show-regular Oscar stops by to say hi and talk a bit about his trip to San Francisco earlier this month. I also talk a bit about my recent trips during the show's hiatus.Autor: Chris Ventura

Released 7/21/11: Taped March 8th, 2010. It's our long-lost never-before-released one-year anniversary show!Autor: Chris Ventura

The Chris Ventura Show - Chris' Birthday / Personality TestAutor: Chris Ventura

Released 3/2/11: Taped 2/28/11. After an 11-month hiatus, I'm joined with Laura to kick off the return of the show--we're finally back!! In this show, we discuss some of the changes that have taken places, school, elevators, and late-night places to eat.Autor: Chris Ventura

From 1/28/10: Laura and I get together to discuss the latest on the Jay Leno and Conan O'Brien situation, including Jay's interview with Oprah. In case you're wondering, We'll be back to a mix of everyday topics and new music on the next show--promise!Autor: Chris Ventura

From 1/13/10: So are you on TEAM LENO or TEAM CONAN? Laura and I get together to catch up after not seeing eachother for a couple of months. "Catching up" lasts for about 5 minutes, after which, we proceed into an hour debate over Leno and Conan.Autor: Chris Ventura

From 11/16/09: Laura joins me after my long absence to discuss why I've been away--including being crazy sick and an accident with a ceiling fan. Also, we catch up with some news stories we've missed, and a song by Shinobi Ninja closes things out.Autor: Chris Ventura

NEW SHOWS: Starting Monday Night, November 16th. Just thought I'd inform everyone in a promo that I am not dead! Thanks for sticking by and continuing to download the show and share it with others while I've been away. We'll be back in a couple of days.Autor: Chris Ventura

From 10/07/09: My friend Sandy is in town from Reno and she stops by with a couple of friends--Nadine and Jamie. Because I promised Sandy the show wouldn't be about her, we reflect on fun moments we've shared...mostly involving alcohol--of course.Autor: Chris Ventura

From 10/01/09: On this show, I share some music from up-and-coming artists that I've come to know. Includes clips of interviews with some of the artists. Featured are: Natalie Gelman, Big Joe Hurt, Brisby, Mother Echo, Neon Navajo.Autor: Chris Ventura

From 9/17/09: Laura and I finish up an article that lists 40 obsolete technologies of our generation. How many of these things do you remember? To hear the other half of the list, check out Show #28 from late August.Autor: Chris Ventura

From 9/15/09: Oscar joins me as we dissect Kanye West's latest moment of idiocy at the 2009 MTV VMAs. Later: Something mysterious in the sky? Plus: The high school reunion we both avoided and thoughts on how we would have planned it.Autor: Chris Ventura

From 9/10/09: Laura joins me this time. On this show: A last-minute surprise interview with "Big Joe Hurt." Some funny clips from the Jerry Lewis Labor Day Telethon. An L.A. legend is taken off the air. From "Big Joe Hurt," award-nominated song: "War."Autor: Chris Ventura

From 9/8/09: Ryan is back for our first show of the new season. After some reflecting and catching up, I share more details on my looming high school reunion. Later, we discuss holiday-themed shows and my intense love for the library. Nerd.Autor: Chris Ventura

From 8/26/09: I get together with Laura to discuss a recent MSNBC article that lists 40 obsolete technologies of our generation. How many of these things do you remember? This is the final regular show of the summer season. Fall-season premier: 9/8/09.Autor: Chris Ventura

From 8/13/09: My ten year high school reunion is right around the corner. Now that I've received word that it's actually happening, I'm torn whether or not to go. Laura and I go through some of the pros and cons to attending the event.Autor: Chris Ventura

From 8/11/09: Laura and I get together to discuss many of the board games we both played as kids. Also: Apparently the state of California hates children and their lemonade stands. And: Robert Guillaume is very much alive.Autor: Chris Ventura

NEW SHOWS START 8/11/09. Released 8/8/09 and taped July 2009, this un-aired show features guests: Richard (from high-school days--haven't seen in 10+ years), Marcos (Richard's cousin), Joel, Jose (Joel's friend--a different Jose). Confused? Listen.Autor: Chris Ventura

Released 7/23/09: Oscar joins me to discuss a few of our gripes about life in general. Nothing ultra-serious here--pretty trivial, but something had to be said. Tape date: 7/7/09.Autor: Chris Ventura

From 7/15/09: Laura joins me to talk a little about my recent guest interview which leads us into talking about our own musical talents or lack thereof. Also: What is up with me and keeping things in order? And: A little late-breaking movie-news.Autor: Chris Ventura

From 7/13/09: Singer/songwriter Natalie Gelman joins me via telephone from New York for an interview. We discuss her current and past projects, her unique Miami to New York tour, and a few other interesting tidbits about life and musical inspirations.Autor: Chris Ventura

Released 7/9/09: It's a two-fer as co-host Oscar AND co-host Laura join me to discuss the Michael Jackson Memorial as well as some of our earliest childhood memories of MJ--with some differences in opinion. Your mileage may vary. Taped 7/7/09.Autor: Chris Ventura

From 6/23/09: After a two-week break, I get together with Laura to discuss why I haven't been around. We discuss some of the personal problems and anxieties currently in my life--unedited and raw. Good times!Autor: Chris Ventura

Released 6/8/09: Taped on Friday, May 8th, this show was plagued with technical problems, so it was shelved and left to rot. After some heavy editing, here's the lost/alternate Show 17. Ryan, Joel, Jacob, Alex, and I discuss my birthday and getting old.Autor: Chris Ventura

From 6/5/09: Laura is back and this time we're talking about sexual innuendo in everyday life and in television we grew up with. Her and I went at it for 34 minutes. Nice.Autor: Chris Ventura

From 6/4/09: I give another update on the Los Angeles Football Stadium situation along with my personal opinion on the matter. Later--my close call with lightning. Also, Who in the world would pick a fight with Betty White?! I'll tell you who.Autor: Chris Ventura

From 5/29/09: Laura and I get together to discuss a couple of subjects. First up: An update on what I've been up to over the past couple of weeks. Second: We learn about Laura's job which leads us into memories of life in elementary school.Autor: Chris Ventura

From 5/14/09: Oscar stops by and we discuss the crazy police chase in L.A. on Wednesday afternoon. Later, we vent a little on the Miss California debacle.Autor: Chris Ventura

From 5/6/09: Having recovered from my Cinco de Mayo celebrating, I've finally managed to upload the show--a little too much celebrating last night! Take a listen to hear how this eventful show went...even if it never really happened.Autor: Chris Ventura

From 5/01/09: Oscar and I get together to discuss the use of censorship on the show. Later, we get into a bit of showbiz news from this past weekend. Also, some brief thoughts on the swine flu.Autor: Chris Ventura

From 4/28/09: Oscar and I get together to discuss a poll on the website--'Too Much Drinking on the Show? After the break, we hit up a little talk about fake 'CHiPs' and a little discussion about the 99cent store.Autor: Chris Ventura

From 4/24/09: I get together with Sergio to discuss some superstitions, a trip to the carwash, and Earth Day. What a combo.Autor: Chris Ventura

From 4/18/09: Another group podcast--This time: on location from co-host Ryan's backyard. This time we try a little drinking challenge, I discuss a few gripes I have with people, about almost getting shot, and a few other things we shouldn't talk about.Autor: Chris Ventura

From 4/16/09 Special Offer! 10 Extra minutes! Act Now! Operators are standing by! Me and Oscar get togeter for a little hanging out and discussing our late-night addiction; watching infomercials.Autor: Chris Ventura

From 4/14/09: To welcome new listeners, I review some short clips from past shows. For current listeners, I introduce some clips of material that was never used including pre-show banter, mistakes, and two unused segments (Football Stadium/OCD?)Autor: Chris Ventura

From 4/7/09: Along with my friend 'Riley Youngwood' (fake name, folks) we take a brief look at an article on childhood obesity as well as a very little bit of alcohol talk. In the second half I discuss some changes coming to the show.Autor: Chris Ventura

From 3/27/09: Another group podcast! There's more drinking, but as a public service, you can take a survery along with us to find out if you're an alcoholic or not. We also play a round of "$100,000 Pyramid." Guests: Ryan, Joel, Jose, Jacob.Autor: Chris Ventura

From 3/23/09: I'm joined by my friend Oscar to discuss my recent trip to Death Valley. We also discuss what we thought about "Watchmen." Play along at home: When you hear the 1up sound, take a shot!Autor: Chris Ventura

From 3/11/09: The first group podcast! What happens when you're drinking and several friends decide to show up? You tape a drunken podcast! In this podcast my guests and friends include: Ryan, Joel, Sergio, and Laura! [Taped extremely late on 3-6-09]Autor: Chris Ventura