Whitmer Thomas: The Golden One - Official Website for the HBO Special

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Comedian and actor Whitmer Thomas combines deeply personal and provocative stand-up with original songs in his first one-hour special for HBO. Read More

Whitmer sings an original song about being dumb and in love.

Alabama Emo Band

Whitmer reflects on his high school emo band days and how a Southern twang doesn't quite fit the genre.

Third Base Coach

When Whitmer's dad left the family, his duties as a third base coach became suddenly ironic.

Bonus Song: Big Brother

In this extra scene, Whitmer and his older brother perform a hardcore rendition of their song from the end of the special.

Whitmer Thomas on How 'The Golden One' Came Together

With The Golden One, Whitmer Thomas does more than turn music, comedy and documentary into his first HBO special: He also takes a trip back in time.

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