Comedian, Louie Anderson joins Eddie Murphy, Kevin Hart, Chris Rock, & more for a virtual comedy festival raising money for Feeding America. The three-hour event will run from 7-10PM CST, May 9th on Comedy.TV and The Weather Channel.
The Baskets star said, “I just finished doing the sketches for Funny or Die for Feeding America that’s on [Saturday] night on NBC, The Weather Channel, and Comedy.tv. Byron Allen, Eddie Murphy, Chris Rock, Jack Black, Adam Sandler, Tiffany Haddish, everybody’s on that thing. I did a sketch too for the thing, and I think it’s gonna be a lot of fun.”
So, what are you doing during this apocalypse to keep busy?
I’ve been working on a few things. I just finished a movie called Hey, Call Your Mother. It’s a movie about comedians and their moms. It’s going to be on Comedy Central, Sunday May 10th (Mother’s Day), and it’s just about how moms have affected comedy in our lives. You know, as comedians. And you know, it was really fun. I got to really talk about my mom. She’s alive and well in my act all the time. I even played her on TV as Christine Baskets.
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How to Get That Elusive Playstation 5
The Playstation 5 is the Tickle Me Elmo of 2020. Everyone is trying to find Sony’s newest console. Most stores have only four or five in stock and they sell out as soon as they hit the shelves. Online is even worse. Bots snatch up new stock as soon as it goes live.
So how can you get one before Christmas?
Our very own, Michael Zavala tells you how he was able to purchase his Playstation 5 and how you can do it too!
MZ’s Guide to Getting that PS5
- Follow @Wario64 on Twitter.
“This guy is the greatest. He tweets the best deals on games and toys. I honestly don’t know if he ever sleeps. He tweets all hours of the day! Follow him and turn on your notifications. When a Playstation 5 goes live somewhere, he will let you know. It also won’t hurt to follow @GameStop either.” - Stay away from brick and mortar
“It’s not worth standing in line for hours only to find out their entire stock of two PS5 sold out three hours ago. Don’t waste your time driving from store to store. Online is where it’s at. You can find one while wearing your PJs.”
- Stay away from Walmart.com and Target.com
“Again, not worth it. Their sites crashes the moment the stock goes live. You MIGHT get lucky, but you also MIGHT win the Mega Millions. Try if you must, but in my opinion, it’s a waste of time.”
- Shop at BestBuy.com and GameStop.com
“Best Buy doesn’t seem to crash when their stock goes live. But they do make you do this weird “second step” thing. It worked for me, but I can’t say they are the best. GameStop has been good to me. Usually, you will have to purchase a bundle, but I think it’s worth it. ”
- How to Prepare
“Make sure you are logged in and your credit card and shipping information are on file. You will need to be as quick as possible! You’re trying to beat the bots, so don’t waste any unnecessary time. If you have more than one device, make sure you are logged in on those as well. If you can, make sure you are on the URL of the bundle you want to purchase on each device.”
- Patience and Perseverance
“Now for the fun part. Beating the bots. Once the stock goes live, click ‘Add to Cart’ on every device you have it open on. 99% of the time, the ‘Add to Cart’ button will gray out and ask you to try again. Hit ‘Refresh’ right away on every device. Rinse and repeat.If you’re lucky, you’ll have it in your cart after a few dozen clicks. If you don’t, you might get the dreaded, OUT OF STOCK or UNAVAILABLE message. This is where most people give up. They think the stock is gone and they take the L and log off. But in my experience, it is nowhere near done! Keep hitting ‘Refresh.’A few minutes later, you’ll see that the stock is back! This can happen multiple times. But stick with it. It took me an hour before it finally hit my cart. That’s it! You win. You beat the bots. GameStop also ships quickly so you’ll be swinging around New York as Miles Morales in a few days!”
We hope these tips help you out and bring you some Holiday cheer! After what 2020 gave us, we all need a little pick-me-up.
- Follow @Wario64 on Twitter.
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Bob Saget Judges ‘Real To Reel Global Youth Film Fest’ on Sunday, May 31
Comedian, Bob Saget joins Brian White, Leah Lewis, and JP Sarni to judge the Foster Youth Film Festival this Sunday, May 31st. The virtual event will happen live at 5PM PST. Youth filmmakers from around the world submitted over 70 films to the festival with the theme Change: imagine, inspire, and ignite.
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Most Overrated Fast Food Chains, According to Real People
Fast food is one of those things people get real passionate about. Whether it’s your hometown burger joint or a regional chain you swear by, everyone thinks their go-to is the best—and they’ll fight about it online. But what about the places that are all hype and no flavor?
On a recent episode of MZNOW, the crew took a hilarious deep dive into what they consider the most overrated fast food chains in America. And yes, some beloved classics got roasted.
In-N-Out: Great Burger or Just “Fine”?
California’s pride and joy, In-N-Out Burger, was the first to take a hit.
“I love In-N-Out, but it’s 100% overrated,” said host Michael Zavala. “It’s a great burger, but it’s not as good as everyone makes it out to be.”
This one stings for a lot of people. The West Coast staple is known for its fresh ingredients, minimalist menu, and cult following. But for some, that love is more about nostalgia than flavor.
“If your burger needs all that animal-style sauce to taste good, maybe it’s not a good burger to begin with,” Michael added.
Harsh. But fair?
Whataburger: A Texas Favorite That’s… Meh?
Next on the chopping block? Whataburger—Texas’ golden child.
“Whataburger has always been inconsistent,” Michael said. “Even before they sold it to a Chicago company, it was never great.”
The panel recounted late-night visits to a specific Whataburger location that always served the same thing—regardless of your order.
“We could order anything and still get a sausage, egg, and cheese,” added Clark. “It didn’t matter.”
Even more frustrating? The wait time.
“How are you calling yourself fast food when it takes 30 minutes to get through the drive-thru?” Michael said.
Ouch.
Portillo’s: Chicagoans, Please Don’t Come for Us
But the chain that really got dragged was Portillo’s, the Chicago-based chain known for its Italian beef sandwiches and hot dogs.
“That’s the worst restaurant I’ve ever been to,” said Michael. “It’s like fair food. Like something you’d get in a parking lot carnival.”
He went on to say he’s given it multiple chances—at different locations, including the original in Chicago.
“I’ve tried everything on their menu. Every time, it’s been garbage,” he said. “I think it’s a joke Chicagoans tell tourists—like, ‘Let’s see if they actually go to Portillo’s.’”
If you’re from Chicago, you might feel personally attacked. But the crew was united in their verdict: Portillo’s doesn’t live up to the hype.
Honorable Mention: Waffle House
To round out the list, Waffle House also got a side-eye.
“It’s not even about the greasy food—there’s no flavor,” said Zavala “It’s just bad.”
Still, some admitted Waffle House has its place—mostly at 2 a.m. after a night out.
“Who’s going there sober?” Lola joked. “You gotta be a little drunk to enjoy it.”
The Takeaway
Everyone has their favorites when it comes to fast food. And just because a place is overrated doesn’t mean it’s bad—it just might not deserve all the hype.
Whether it’s In-N-Out, Whataburger, or Portillo’s, the real test is this: Would you still eat it if no one was posting about it on Instagram?
So next time someone tells you to try that “must-have” local chain, maybe lower your expectations—or bring some backup fries.
