Sam in the Morning on LA Talk Radio
1,729 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsLive from Los Angeles every weekday morning Sam brings you an entertaining and irreverent show that mixes a variety of the day's topics with funny and smart conversation. The show features a breadth of fascinating guests, bestselling authors and celebrities. Enjoy your morning at the office with spicy talk and smart humor. Call in live and chat with us.
Listen Live Weekdays at 10:00 (PST) on LA Talk Radio (latalkradio.com)
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Episodes
January 4, 2011
January 04, 2011 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBWe prepare for Thanksgiving and Shari is planning her own TV talk show and sitcom. Drea calls in to say that she and Shari are having a womance, and that Oprah should share her wealth, but Sam begs to differ. We talk to Stanley Bing about taking it easy at work and his book "How To Relax Without Getting The Axe." This is Shari's last show, and we thank her for her amazing contribution to the show and wish her all the best!
January 3, 2011
January 03, 2011 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBOprah is retiring and Shari's most serious competition for talk show domination is out of the way. The American Music Awards, and reviews of Carrie Underwood, Lady Ga-Ga and Jennifer Lopez. We argue about tipping again. Shari goes on a disappointing date. Sam drives to Palm Springs to say hi and to come back after an hour. We speak to Joe Peacock about his book "Mentally Incontinent". Later we are joined in the studio by Adam Glasser, aka Seymore Butts, who wrote the book "Rock Her Wo...
February 1, 2011
January 01, 2011 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBAn exciting morning with TJ McCormack riding shotgun. Canadian-born Casey joins us, and we all get into politics, as is the custom when TJ is in. We talk to the author of "Body Language Handbook." Later we are joined by Nikki Benz, the hot adult film star, and learn even more about the porn industry.
December 10, 2010
December 10, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBCrying in movies, Shari's potential soulmate may have to wait till next year, and the Bee Gees are Sam's favorite. The new word of the year and FaceBook posting. We speak to author Garrison Wynn about his book "The Real Truth About Success." We are joined in the studio by members of the comedy group City Hall, Luis and Chris.
December 9, 2010
December 09, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBWe are talking about stupid self-made videos and changing the world. A new idea for electric cars. Sam does some self-analysis about his trip to Israel. Shari has a gross dream about chickens. A stranger hits on Shari while she waits in line. Talk of orgasms, ejaculation and being in a relationship with a porn star. We are joined in the studio by Melissa and Pat, who wrote a couple of silly humorous books.
December 8, 2010
December 08, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBRunning a read light and loitering on the street brings Shari closer to law officers, and she gets fliratious. She drinks early in the day and sleeps through a terrible movie. We talk to the authors of "Working For You Isn't Working For Me" about dealing with bosses. Sam remembers bosses that made him crazy, and admits he has issues with authority. We are joined in the studio by musician/actress Trish Vogel.
December 7, 2010
December 07, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBBack from vacation, we are filled with stories from Israel and NYC. Sam takes pictures with FaceBook friends in mind, and does not go into the wax museum in London, then gets grossed out by the ever-popular KFC. Traveling alone and killing time on long flights. Shari is enamoured with NY cops and firemen and discovers NYC is the soulmate she's been searching for. She gets accosted by a stranger on the sreets of New York, and visits the Great White Way.
December 6, 2010
December 06, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBSam is asked to bring Shari a Londoner back from his upcoming overseas trip, stupid Jew jokes, and Shari is off to NYC. Gay bars, breaking up, and Sam's experience working for Debbie Reynolds. How Twitter is like hiking, and listener Tommy tells how his poetry and inspirations have affected a sick woman. We are joined by musician Jeff Phillips, co-host of LAGenX.
December 3, 2010
December 03, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBOn being late and making a music video in your car. Not too strange for Shari. We make a listener's head spin with frank talk, and he attacks his wife (intimiately, of course.) We learn a lot about Twitter from the author of "Twitter for Dummies" Laura Fitton. We are joined by Brenda, the host of Prof Brendi, who is always fun and interesting, with a lot to say.
December 2, 2010
December 02, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBTwo of Shari's best friends Heather and Becky sit in and tell us all we want to know about Shari. We talk about negative body obsession with author Sarah Maria, whow wrote "Love Your Body, Love Your Life."
November 30, 2010
November 30, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBAfter crashing from a caffeine high, Shari does a stupid thing (it's a long story.) Windows 7 hits the shelves today and we suddenly talk about operating systems. We spoke about cremation and scattering ashes with author Jesse Kalfel, who wrote "So You're Cremated. Now What?"
November 29, 2010
November 29, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBSam is "Love Buggy" this morning, and Shari fantasizes about Italian men. Sam recounts fighting back a bully in high-school. Shari's "friend" has a sex dilemma. Sam insists guys are content to "hide the salami and make a deposit." Allie, a homeless young woman abandoned by her family, speaks out about a system that has victimized her, in addition to gut-wrenching abuse she has had to endure. (To extend Allie a helping hand, write her at [email protected].)
November 19, 2010
November 19, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBWe start off with Shari's wish for an espresso machine and who will clean it, and continue to dogs that hump. Shari adamantly isn't dating then explains sushi. Our studio guest Danielle loves to talk about sex, and we don't mind.
November 18, 2010
November 18, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBSam recounts his weekend out of town, and Shari gets amorous in front of an ironic billboard. Growing up in Vegas in the '70s, and a restaurant's back room with a bed and Cuban cigars. We discover fascinating facts about Elizabeth Tayor from author William Mann who wrote, "How To Be A Movie Star." Shari explains "The Dash" when her aunt calls in from Florida and gives us another perspective on her "virginal" niece.
November 17, 2010
November 17, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBShari wants to be treated equally to former co-hosts and considers she may be an attention-whore. She also has conversations with some undefined beings she calls her soulmate. We talk to bestselling author Deborah Tannen about her new book "You Were Always Mom's Favorite!" where she discusses the challenges facing sisters in the family. Listener Richard calls in and tells us about sex at 80. Shari finds herself an unaware mentor for a listener in Switzerland. Fraternity hazings, men w...
November 16, 2010
November 16, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBWe're both in a great mood and living in awe. Shari is concerned she talks too much, and makes funny generalizations about gays. Sam doesn't know how to take compliments but then has advice for himself. Shari talk about her mole and Sam reluctantly agrees to play a song he'd written. Shari's friend Reese sits in for the second hour and the laughes abound. Listener Blue calls in and gives us psychic readings while driving.
November 15, 2010
November 15, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBSam gets bored at a party and reads a book, which Shari thinks is insulting. Shari is in disbelief about a surprising discovery. Shat is she attracting? Later, we speak to author Andrew Pessin again, this time about his book "The 60-Second Philosopher," a small book with fascinating nuggets of wisdom.
November 12, 2010
November 12, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBRobert is Shari's friend and he sits in on the show, telling us about living in the wilderness. We find out how they met and the nature of their relationship. What follows is a story of personal transformation. Answering nature's calls in the woods. We talk to author Robert Wright about the the evolution of religion, about which we writes in "The Evolution of God."
November 11, 2010
November 11, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBShari uses dirty water to wash her clothes and calls it a fun morning. We're joined for a segment by TJ McCormack who gives his opinion on Obama's Peace Nobel Prize, when suddenly Shari's mom calls in. We speak to author Josh Richman about his book "What's My Pee Telling Me?" Extensive talk about relationships. Shari's mom tells us about rediscovering God. Shari has an idea for raising a million dollars.
November 10, 2010
November 10, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBShari has no hot water, but she won't let it stop her from manifesting a great day. We later discover she's acutally an angel. Extended discussion about tipping. Two great guests, sex expert Tamara and her companion Greg, prove to be smart and funny.
November 9, 2010
November 09, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBShari is trying to shake her habit of texting in her car, but stilll has a long way to go. Sam is relegated to the position of Shari's support staff before he knows what hit him. Shari discovers she has turned into her mother. We catch author Karen Salmansohn on a NYC street and discuss relationships and her book "Prince Harming Syndrome." Shari is romanced by a guy from another country and Sam assures her she'll soon have a line of guys trying to woo her. Later, we talk to Mad Michae...
November 8, 2010
November 08, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBShari is told by an astrologist she is going to have twins and begins to plan motherhood. We learn about Slovania from European listener Miha. Studio guest Adrian Colesberry discusses his new book "How to Make Love to Adrian Colesberry."
November 5, 2010
November 05, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBShari talks freely about her weight, and it develops into a deep conversation on abuse and courage. We are later joined by Neil Zlozower, author of several photo books of famous rock bands, and we talk about sex, drugs & rock 'n' Roll.
November 4, 2010
November 04, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBSam survives a car accident, and Shari spills her coffee doing a good deed. David Letterman admits he has had sex with people in his staff, finding himself a victim of extortion. Shari dreams about earthquakes and Sam stars in the dream. We talk to Andrew Pessin about his book "The God Question", fascinating views on God by philosophers throughout the ages. Our studio guest Elyse, a NY musician brings in her killer music and tells about recording her own album.
November 3, 2010
November 03, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBWe are joined by Ellie, an Iranian-born teacher who is into fashion and music. Boob size and botox are some of the topics, but we also talk extensively about life in Iran, then about teaching, mixed religions and race,
November 2, 2010
November 02, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBWe are joined in the studio by Becky, a fun woman from Chicago who enjoys talking freely. Shari has things bought for her, but won't declare anyone a Sugar Daddy. British gang memebers don't carry guns, and UK men are not well-endowed, according to our guest who lived in London for a year. Author Lise Eliot talks about how gender differences are affected by the way kids are raised, featured in her book "Pink Brain Blue Brain."
November 1, 2010
November 01, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBTwo great studio guests add to the fun, with Jaime the model/singer from Florida whose optimism is matched only by Shari's, and LA Talk Radio host Jeff Rector who talks about science fiction and his desire to finally settle down. Shari gets invited to a Cougar party, then we talk about our favorite sci-fi films. Jaime astounds us with her astrology.
October 28, 2010
October 28, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBWe are joined for the entire show by Renada, a tattooed, pierced, cool hairdresser from Canada, who turns out to be a horny lesbian with a great sense of humor. Shari learned all she knows about Canada from South Park, and our guest fills in the gaps. Sam tells of his near-death experience on a solo flight, and Shair jumps out of a plane. We talk to Sharry Edwards, an expert on voice profiling who claims to be a mutant! Actor James Marshall calls in to corroborate Sharry Edwards' claims.
October 27, 2010
October 27, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBStudio guest Jacqueline joins us for the entire show, telling us about the difficulties of being an actress, and proves a good sport with our unexpected sex talk. Dating in LA, hot dogs, masturbation, and cunnlingus. But there is a lot more to the show. Lots of laughter guaranteed.
October 26, 2010
October 26, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBWe discuss Shari's rosy outlook on life but she rants anyway. Sam relates when it comes to complaining. Shari gets a psycho text from a stranger. Colorado listener Chris calls in to tell us about being an altar boy and the effects of the church on him. Shari's dabbled in phone sex but dropped it. Our studio guest, We talk to Neil Zlozower about his new photo album "Motley Crue." MILF adult film star Erica Lauren tells us about getting into porn at 50.
October 20, 2010
October 20, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBOn Shari's first official day as co-host, Kelli sits in again for another hilarious show. The first hour is almost entirely saturated in sex, and you probably never thought sex talk was this funnny. Listener Tommy from NY called in to tell a hot story of giving a massage to a lesbian couple. Later, Eddie Conner of the show Hi-Frequency Living makes spirituality fun and proves very funny.
October 19, 2010
October 19, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBShari is back for more hilarious radio. Our studio guest Kelli McCarty proved fascinating with a colorful past, a great story, and a great sense of humor. Pageants, strippig, porn, and more. Our second guest Kerri was full of tattoos and great energy.
October 18, 2010
October 18, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBTJ McCormack joins me for some politics (Jimmy Carter's race remarks), global warming and alarmists, FaceBook's origins, and we talk to Susana Theo about texting dos and don'ts.
October 15, 2010
October 15, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBA very funny show with Shari, who is back with a venegance, and model Tiffany, who proves very open and entertaining. We talk about baby excrement, the problem with long-distance relationships and Skype sex, Tiffany hits us with some surprises but remains mysterious on some of the details.
October 14, 2010
October 14, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBWith Shari riding shotgun, we spend a laughter-filled morning with Courtney, a New Yorker with a great attitude, and Gabriella, a standup comic.
October 13, 2010
October 13, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBShari returns for an encore, and TJ joins us for a 9-11 edition. Pakring lot attendants, funny stereotypes, and I lecture at Santa Monica College. Porn stars who want to go mainstream, and we talk about the terrorist act of 8 years ago.
October 12, 2010
October 12, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBSheena Metal and TJ McCormack sit in for entertaining morning of talk. Concern about books disappearing the way of the CD. We talk to Julien Smith about his new bestseller "Trust Agents." We proceed to discuss S/M B/D. Internet radio and podcasts, get some inside information.
October 8, 2010
October 08, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBEnergy drinks and firemen, Yellow Jackets, traveling to India and orgies at Ashrams, male orgasm, Tantra. Extended talk about semen and its uses. Hilarious comedian Brian McCarthy sits in with his publicist, Stephanie, and we have a roaring time.
October 7, 2010
October 07, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBIrritating valet parking attendants, the latest LA fires are serious, definition of heroes, the government's seizing our laptops for national security, and Jasmine gets duped rather than schtuped. Sam suggests stripping to Jasmine and she entertains the idea. A new planet is discovered, and Jasmine enjoys being a fag hag. Dyslexia and the difficulty of reading.
October 6, 2010
October 06, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBCoffee and morning routines, energy drinks make you jittery, and Jasmine claims she talks too much, then tells us how to grow weed. Strange laws in Nevada and Texas. Relieving stress by skipping and smiling. Ted Kennedy is the latest in a long stretch of deaths. Jasmine makes an explosive revelation. Manifesting the things in your life.
October 5, 2010
October 05, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBJasmine walks four hours to get a part of her car then installs it herself. We talk to Maddox, author of "Alphabet of Manliness," about men and women.
October 4, 2010
October 04, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBSam drills Jasmine about her hike date with a FaceBook friend. Extreme sports, and an inspiring life story from Life Coach Nanice Ellis. Bestselling author Christopher Reich discusses his new spy thriller, "Rules of Vengeance."
September 28, 2010
September 28, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBJasmine tells about her experience at radio stations, and Sam urges Jasmine to meet a man with money. Allegations of Israelis harvesting Palestinians' organs, and we discuss Judaism and antisemitism. Sushi, Albert Einstein and his Unified Field Theory, and imagining people masturbate. Facts about cats.
September 27, 2010
September 27, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBWe talk about the funny evening we had at the Hollywood Improv, where we enjoyed a cussing Drew Carey and other great comedians. Talking about swinging, upcoming Windows 7, ways to get back at a cheating boyfriend, Vegas, and much more. Later we are joined in the studio by Brenda, the fun host of ProfBrendi, and talk about social networking, technology, single-parenting, and more.
September 24, 2010
September 24, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBTalking to God, listening to your inner voice, and TJ calls in from NYC. Jasmine has alien dreams and Sam talks about the movie "District 9." We talk about racism and its causes, Star Trek, Michael Jackson's ghost, and a new reality show that sucks. Don't miss the Natalie Portman's dirty rap song. Comedian Andrea Nittoli announces her new comedy show at the Improv.
September 23, 2010
September 23, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBTawny sits in again, and the three of us have fun with relationships, sex, dating, and everything in between. Some interesting facts about women, and lesbian stories for dessert.
September 22, 2010
September 22, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBJasmine loses her voice and gets to leave early, because Sam can't stand the scratchy voice. Dr. Tomasso Falcone tells us about INFERTILITY and his book, "Cleveland Clinic Guide to Infertility."
September 21, 2010
September 21, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBVynil records, the upcoming District 9 and Jasmine's alien dreams, a crash over the Hudson, and an expert on finding free stuff, Marie Dubuque. Great, helpful advice and ideas. Discussion of drinking and smoking. We're joined by Christina who was on time and a lot of fun, and who broke into song and blew us away with her opera voice. Eventually we start talking shit, literally.
September 20, 2010
September 20, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBWith Jasmine MIA, TJ McCormack sits in and gets Sam riled up. Time to let out some steam.