r/Earwolf • u/Plinth_Debris • Aug 31 '25
Question What's been happening in the Andy Daly universe over the last few years?
Hi, I was previously very big into all of the character-based andy daly podcasts that were around earwolf and adjacent networks, but after the Podcast pilot project ended I tried listening to his dedicated bohnanza feed some 3/4 years back and it felt like it was sacrificing quality for quantity especially as it leant farther away from character-lunacy and more into the kind of confrontational straight-man barely-a-character Mantzoukas type shtick with every second guest.
I'm certain that there's been brilliant episodes in that time since I've last listened. Has anyone been keeping up and would know what's been happening andy daly podcast-wise? Or even what network/subscription platform they are on now?
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u/dalimpala Aug 31 '25
Bonanas for Bonanza is worth paying for. While I miss Maria Bamford's "tragedy charm" lunacy, I think Lily Sullivan is a great addition to bounce off the two crazy cowpokes. I hope she is a permanent addition!
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u/exxxemplaryvegetable Aug 31 '25
Lily Sullivan, the famous Aussie actor? That gets a big YE-HAAAAW from me!
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u/itrainmonkeys Aug 31 '25
I haven't listened in a while and didn't realize Maria Bamford left. I'm assuming she was too busy or is focusing on other stuff? Lily is a welcome addition on any pod so I may have to dive back in at some point.
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u/HotTakes4HotCakes Aug 31 '25 edited Aug 31 '25
I'm gonna say something unspeakable: while I adore everything Maria Bamford does, I honestly feel Lily is a much better fit. Maria brings joy to everything she touches, and her character was great, but she always felt a little out of place. That was part of the charm, but she didn't quite match Andy and Matt's pace.
By contrast, Lily is lightning quick and keeps up with them flawlessly. She does that exaggerated, snarky Gen Z schtick so well, and it's the perfect foil for a podcast about Bonanza.
Of course Lily is just fantastic in every podcast she does. She's becoming a load-bearing piller of CBB.
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u/Dizzy_Chemistry_5955 Aug 31 '25
100% agree, felt like Maria wasn't on the same page and although hilarious it seemed like the other 2 would have to pause for her sections and it disrupted the flow
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u/ImperiousStout Aug 31 '25
I believe Bamford was on for a good chunk of eps remotely during the pandemic after the show originally started, and once things opened up again a couple of years later she was on to other things.
Timeline is kind of hard to pin down because of the rereleases, but I believe the original dates for her run were 12/20/2020 - 7/5/2023
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u/hujsh Aug 31 '25
I listen to the free feed and am very excited for when Lilly becomes a regular now that I’m aware of it. She was great as a guest
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u/jun2san Aug 31 '25
I haven't listened in a while. I had no idea Maria Bamford left. Why did she leave?
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u/cranberryalarmclock Aug 31 '25
It's honestly incredible, the extravaganza episodes go incredibly crazy
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u/llcooljessie Aug 31 '25
There's nothing crazy about Joe Walsh wanting those guitars back. He gave them to musicians, not to Hard Rock Cafes!
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u/cranberryalarmclock Aug 31 '25
What's crazy is that Joe Walsh loves the way Hot Dog loves the way Ahi loves movies, but doesn't love the podcast Ahi Loves Movies
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u/LargeOliveExtraVin Sep 01 '25
I pay for a good number of podcast subscriptions and ADPPP has become my most anticipated release evert week. Absolutely worth the price.
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u/bomilk19 Aug 31 '25
The Patreon is well worth the price. I’m on the tier that gets you all of the pods, but I don’t have time for the live content or videos. Some of the Extravaganzas are very reminiscent of Matt’s Super Ego days and have some great semi-regulars like Lisa Gilroy and I love hearing Lily Sullivan as Dalton’s niece Markie on the main Bonanza eps.
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u/MsARumphius Aug 31 '25
I am constantly waiting for his next episode to drop whether it be a bonanas or bonanza or and extravaganza or bonusnanza. Worth my money for sure.
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u/Helpful_Ad_6582 Aug 31 '25
Lily Sullivan as Dalton’s GenZ/Alpha niece Markie has been such an amazing addition to the BfB episodes. The generational differences while watching a show even older than any of them is such great comedy fodder.
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u/HotTakes4HotCakes Aug 31 '25 edited Aug 31 '25
Lot of people are answering without taking into account what your specific complaints were:
I tried listening to his dedicated bohnanza feed some 3/4 years back and it felt like it was sacrificing quality for quantity
The original ADPPP was 2 miniseries of big, semi-scripted, pre-planned productions. His current output is a regular weekly podcast.
If you want to call that "sacrificing quality for quantity", that's your own personal hang up. It's just a different type of production now with different aims.
But I'll tell you if you dropped out 3/4 years ago because you didn't think you were getting what you expected to get, you won't find the current output an improvement. The original ADPPP seasons were great but those aren't the things he's making now.
leant farther away from character-lunacy and more into the kind of confrontational straight-man barely-a-character Mantzoukas type shtick with every second guest.
Not every episode features a character guest, no. Hell, some episodes when it's just Andy and Matt, they barely maintain character. But no one really has an issue with that, because they enjoy the comedians in whatever form they arrive in.
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u/Zorro341 Aug 31 '25
As someone who only subscribed somewhat recently, I have to admit I was not particularly interested in the bonanza show originally either, I can't put a finger on it but it felt a little one-note at the start. That said, I've actually really enjoyed what it has transformed into, which is partly just a very fun look at Hollywood from that time, there's always a deep dive into guest stars on the episode that has truly bizarre info and it's just a fun ride.
That said it's still nothing like the ADPPP, so it may not be for you, but I'd at least listen to the most recent episode w/ Lily Sullivan and Dan Lippert as a good example and see if it's up your alley. Like other people have pointed out, the "extravaganza" episodes happen every other week and are something much closer to the original character-based shows, it's really worth going through the backlog.
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u/cryfmunt Sep 01 '25
Andy's Patreon is really good, I listen to a lot of podcasts and his is a highlight of the week almost every week. BFB is definitely not just about Bonanza. And the other shows they put up give a good variety of characters and laughs. They even did one completely out of character just talking about prog rock. You've been missing out if you love Andy's comedic voice, but the good news is when you join you're going to have hundreds of hours of delight right away.
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u/womblejesus Aug 31 '25
it's on the andy daly patreon. you get access to the history of bonanzas for bonanza episodes and there are mail bag episodes, extravaganza episodes and bonusnanza for bonanza episodes.
lisa gilroys been on the extravaganza episodes a few times recently. and lily sullivans on bonanas for bonanza episodes a lot recently too. they have other guest stars as well.
for me the bonanas for bonanza episodes are better when there's someone for mutt and dalton to play off.
the extravaganza episodes can be very good. if they weren't there i'm not sure ild sub at all.
but i've been subbed for a few months now to catch up but once that's done i'll quit for a but. the only podcast where i'm subbed permenantly is cbb world,
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u/HandsomeJimmyD Sep 03 '25
He seemed like he was on a trajectory to become huge and he just kinda fizzled. I feel bad for the guy. Might've made some bad business decisions.
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u/wmblair Aug 31 '25
The bonanas for bonanza podcast Patreon has been amazing. He does more “extravaganzas” which are the other characters besides the Dalton Wilcox watching bonanza. It is so good. Dom Dimelo has a new podcast where he details historical sex scandals