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The Marx Brothers Council Podcast

The Marx Brothers Council Podcast

By: Matthew Coniam Noah Diamond Bob Gassel
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An insightful but not too serious look at the Marx Brothers films, careers, and lives from some guys who really need to get out more. Hosted by Matthew Coniam ("The Annotated Marx Brothers," "That's Me, Groucho!"), Noah Diamond ("Gimme a Thrill: The Story of I'll Say She Is") and Bob Gassel (he'll write a book someday...or perhaps read one). Featuring guest appearances by Marx experts, notable fans, and even family members. New episodes post monthly. For more info or to leave a comment, visit us at: marxbrotherscouncilpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter: @MarxBrosPodcast or Bluesky: ‪@marxbrotherscouncilpodcast.com And join the lively discussion on 'The Marx Brothers Council' Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1389369721281242 Contact us directly at: marxbrotherscouncilpodcast@gmail.comCopyright Matthew Coniam, Noah Diamond, Bob Gassel Art
Episodes
  • MBCP SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT

    MBCP SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT
    Mar 6 2026
    April 12th, 2026. NYC. A unique event. More details at: https://movingimage.org/event/horse-feathers/
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    5 mins
  • 90 The Marx Others (featuring Brett Leveridge and Trav S.D.)

    90 The Marx Others (featuring Brett Leveridge and Trav S.D.)
    Feb 27 2026
    We turn our attention to the Marx family circle—on and off stage—highlighting relatives and influences that shaped the team. We examine the showbiz roots of Minnie’s parents, the short life of Manfred, and figures like Aunt Hannah, Cousin Polly, Mabel O'Donnell, and Lou Levy. We question common assumptions about Minnie and Frenchie, with Brett Leveridge shedding light on Minnie’s brief fling in the soft drink business. Then, Trav S.D. returns to discuss Uncle Al Shean—his role in the Brothers’ development, and his famed partnership with Ed Gallagher.
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  • 89 “A Night at the Opera Reorchestrated” featuring The Marx Brothers Council

    89 “A Night at the Opera Reorchestrated” featuring The Marx Brothers Council
    Jan 27 2026
    The guys respond to insightful audience comments on the brothers’ MGM classic. Is the film actually more like their Paramount work than we give it credit for? Does the brothers’ career trajectory resemble that of Picasso—or Elvis? And did Margaret Dumont actually land a joke? These and other truly life-altering questions are debated, dissected, and delightfully overthought.
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    1 hr and 50 mins
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