Comedy Bang Bang: The Podcast

Earwolf and Scott Aukerman

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Join host Scott Aukerman ("Mr. Show" & "Between Two Ferns: The Movie") as he interviews celebrity guests like Jon Hamm, Bob Odenkirk, Tatiana Maslany, Allison Williams, and more. Plus, the show’s open-door policy brings an assortment of eccentric oddballs and characters who pop by at any moment to chat, compete in games, and engage in comic revelry. Now entering its 15th year, this podcast has led to multiple spin-off podcasts, a New York Times best-selling book, and a beloved television series on IFC.

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312 episodes

Mike Hanford, Vic Michaelis, Zeke Nicholson

Singer-songwriter John Lennon, Jack the Ripper, and psychiatrist Dr. Green join Scott for the return of the CBB roundtable! They’ll discuss and break down the issues of the day which include extraterrestrial life on other planets, the environment, superpowers, and lucky numbers.

1h 12m
Jun 24
Bonus Bang: Weird Al Yankovic, Paul F. Tompkins (Essential Andrew Lloyd Webber)

This is Part 3 of our Essential Andrew Lloyd Webber series. Two immense stars from the world of music, “Weird Al” Yankovic & Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber are on today’s Comedy Bean Bag! After chatting with Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber about English accents, the Little Prince, and nautical bed bugs, the Vicar of Yanks himself joins in on the conversation. There will be talk of drugs, what we shouldn’t expect from the next “Weird Al” album, and an intense game of Would You Rather? Homonyms!

1h 19m
Jun 20
Kathleen Madigan, Charlie McCrackin, James Mannion

Comedian extraordinaire Kathleen Madigan joins the prestigious CBB one timers club! She talks to Scott about her latest stand-up tour Potluck Party, her ideal acting role, and aliens. Then, Detective Jack Cates only has 48 hours to find escaped criminal Albert Ganz and needs Scott and Kathleen’s help. Plus, professor Robert Canasta returns to talk about psychology experiments he’s participated in as a student in college.   Get tickets for the Comedy Bang! Bang! Into Your Mouth Tour 2024 over at https://CBBWorld.com/tour https://www.comedybangbangworld.com/tour/

1h 21m
Jun 17
Bonus Bang: Zach Galifianakis, Paul F. Tompkins, Dillon Campbell Pt. 2 (Essential Andrew Lloyd Webber)

After all the goofing around of the previous hour, the guys get some business done the second half of the show. Not only do they play What Am I Thinking?, Jukebox Jury, and Would You Rather?, but Dame Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber sings his greatest hit from Starlight Express and he and Scott double up on a new Jeremy Piven themed Would You Rather? theme. Dillon Campbell once again contributes some lovely songs, and we get the Plugs that were skipped during the first half. Don’t forget to check out the Earwolf store, and pick up your very own Comedy Bang Bang: The Podcast t-shirt.

1h 1m
Jun 13
Greg Hess, Will Hines, Caitlin Reilly

Folk singer Glen Plapinger joins Scott once again to perform songs about various subjects including the boys in blue. Then, opinion haver Paul Dudley stops by to talk about his newsletter in which he shares his opinions. Plus, Scott’s plumber Leanne Lee drops by to talk about her dreams of becoming a weather person. Get tickets for the Comedy Bang! Bang! Into Your Mouth Tour 2024 over at https://CBBWorld.com/tour https://www.comedybangbangworld.com/tour/

1h 27m
Jun 10
Bonus Bang: Essential Andrew Lloyd Webber - Zach Galifianakis, Paul F. Tompkins, Dillon Campbell

With Zach Galifianakis’s hectic schedule these days, he hasn’t had a chance to drop by the studio lately. Well, he makes up for it in this TWO PART EPISODE! In the first half, Zach discusses with us all the pressing issues in his life, including but not limited to: His thirst for knowledge about the entertainment industry, dinosaurs, Aspergers Syndrome, microphone training classes, famous people with the last name Campbell, prison movies, egg rolls, and Jeremy Piven. Dame Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber drops by to tell Scott and Zach about his directorial debut with Waiting for Godot, I mean, Romeo & Juliet. Musician Dillon Campbell plays a couple of songs for us, which tell us exactly how to live our lives. Don’t forget to check back to hear the second part of this hilarious episode!

1h 14m
Jun 06
Jessica St. Clair, Devin Field, Rekha Shankar

Intern Marissa Wompler makes her return to talk to Scott about the audiobook “The Art of Small Talk,” what’s happening with her podcast “Womp It Up!” and auditioning for The Bachelorette. Then, Podcast Rescue host Ron Snapper returns to do a follow up and get the podcast to the next level. Plus, accountant Becky Girardi stops by to talk about getting pranked by her celebrity clients. Get tickets for the Comedy Bang! Bang! Into Your Mouth Tour 2024 over at HTTPS://CBBWORLD.COM/TOUR https://www.comedybangbangworld.com/tour/

1h 17m
Jun 03
Natasha Leggero, Seth Morris, Jacob Wysocki

Comedian/author/returning favorite Natasha Leggero joins Scott to talk about her book “The World Deserves My Children,” what she learned during her pregnancy journey, and AI therapy. Then, Scott’s ex-stepfather Bob Ducca returns to share terms that junior high bullies have given to his medical records. Plus, The Executioner drops by to talk about his favorite executions.

1h 13m
May 27
Nikki Glaser, Paul Scheer, Hannah Pilkes

Comedian extraordinaire Nikki Glaser joins Scott to talk about behind the scenes at The Roast of Tom Brady, her new HBO stand-up special Someday You’ll Die, and the FBoy Island spin-off Lovers and Liars. Then, Bartholomew Richard Fitzgerald-Smyth aka Mr. Peanut drops by to talk about how he came to life. Plus, reality show star Chase Sapphire stops by to talk about being voted off Love Island UK. Get tickets for the Comedy Bang! Bang! Into Your Mouth Tour 2024 over at https://CBBWorld.com/tour https://www.comedybangbangworld.com/tour/

1h 8m
May 20
Live at The Belasco w/ Lily Sullivan, Paul F. Tompkins, Claudia O’Doherty, Andy Daly, Carl Tart, Tim Baltz

Recorded live from The Belasco in Downtown, Los Angeles as part of the Netflix Is A Joke Festival, Scott welcomes to the stage pizzeria owner Tony Sony, world records custodian Fred Guinness, Claudia O’Doherty, politician/game show host Chip Gardner, athlete/actor O.J. Simpson, and podiatrist Harry Footman.   Get tickets for the Comedy Bang! Bang! Into Your Mouth Tour 2024 over at https://CBBWorld.com/tour https://www.comedybangbangworld.com/tour/

2h 0m
May 13
15th Anniversary: Jason Mantzoukas, Paul F. Tompkins, Andy Daly, Lily Sullivan, Tim Baltz, Shaun Diston, Vic Michaelis, Lisa Gilroy, Will Hines

Scott celebrates the 15th Anniversary of Comedy Bang! Bang! with special guests Jason Mantzoukas, Original Fig, underwater creature Neptuna, social media manager Francesca Bolognese, Randy Snutz, Jeffy McSaturday, Quiet the Mime, Scott’s Nana, and The Bronze Boogie Boarder. Thanks for listening to CBB for all these years!

2h 39m
May 06
Hannah Einbinder, Bobby Moynihan, Lisa Gilroy

Comedian and actor Hannah Einbinder joins Scott to talk about the new third season of Hacks, her first stand-up comedy special Everything Must Go coming soon to Max, and hibernation. Then, masked vigilante The Batmin returns to talk about what he does in his downtime. Plus, God stops by to talk about new rules for heaven.

1h 8m
Apr 29
Todd Glass, Mike Hanford, Gil Ozeri

Comedian extraordinaire Todd Glass joins Scott to talk about his new stage show “The Event of a Lifetime,” how he is using Seed & Spark to fund a run in New York, and the history of stand-up comedy. Then, radio DJ Dominic Weiss stops by to talk about his upcoming live events. Plus, Mike Stacker drops by to talk about the old days he would hang out with Scott.

1h 5m
Apr 22
Tatiana Maslany, Edi Patterson, Carl Tart

Actress Tatiana Maslany joins Scott and guest co-host Bean Dip to talk about Bean Dip’s lawsuit with Love is Blind. They also talk about the future of She-Hulk in the MCU, behind the scenes of the Daredevil and She-Hulk hook up scene, and what Bean Dip’s super powers would be. Plus, dating expert Lothario Lewis stops by to talk about how to cheat on your spouse.

1h 18m
Apr 15
Paul F. Tompkins, Erin Whitehead, Ryan Gaul

Wet Day co-creator Paul F. Tompkins joins Scott for the 3rd annual Wet Day celebration! They chat about the origin of Wet Day, different types of liquids, and new Wet Day traditions. Then, underwater treasure hunter Brock Lovett returns along with Ursula to talk about their recent encounter under the sea. Plus, barber Bernie Cutch drops by to talk about his traditional barbershop services. Happy Wet Day to all and many Urkels as well!

1h 39m
Apr 08
Alex Edelman, Christine Bullen, Matt Besser

Comedian Alex Edelman joins Scott to talk about his new HBO special “Just For Us” based off the Broadway show of the same name, the one in and one out policy, and celebrating Christmas for one day. Then, relationship expert Misty Civic stops by to talk about how to spice things up in a relationship. Plus, producer Roger Matthews drops by to talk about his new show Rankings.

59m
Apr 04
Ego Nwodim, Matt Apodaca, Payam Banifaz

Clergyman Pastor Pasta, grocer Albert Roe of Kissy’s Grocery Store, and 17-year-old high school student Michael Police join Scott for the first ever CBB roundtable. In this very special edition of Comedy Bang! Bang!, Scott and his guests talk about the issues of the day and how they can maybe solve some of the world’s biggest problems.

1h 19m
Apr 01
Jon Cryer, Paul F. Tompkins, Lamar Woods

Actor Jon Cryer joins Scott to talk about his new show Extended Family, appearing in the Mr. Show sketch “Monk Academy,” and his podcast Lawyers Guns and Money. Then, Al A. Peterson aka The Smooth Criminal returns to talk about his current job at Arby’s. Plus, tourist Carmine Backontour returns from New York to talk about being a virgin.

1h 41m
Mar 25
Jermaine Fowler, Mike Hanford, Ben Rodgers

Comedian extraordinaire and actor Jermaine Fowler joins Scott to talk about his new movie Ricky Stanicky, playing Eddie Murphy’s son in Coming 2 America, and The Super Bowl Shuffle. Then, singer-songwriter John Lennon returns to talk about getting into F1 racing. Plus, Magnus Nootropic, the 4th richest man in the world stops by via satellite to talk about studying ghosts in space.

1h 25m
Mar 18
Haley Joel Osment, Ryan Rosenberg, Holly Laurent

Actor Haley Joel Osment joins Scott to talk about his new movie “Drugstore June,” the wettest he’s ever been, and the Sheldon-verse. Then, plastic surgeon Mr. Body drops by to talk about his celebrity clients. Plus, local high schooler Day LaBont stops by to talk about local high school issues.

1h 14m
Mar 11
Jason Mantzoukas, Taran Killam, Paul Brittain, Ryan Gaul

Prized horse fighters Bever Hopox, Chico Hands, and Bisby St. Hancock aka The Calvins Triplets of Calvin’s Family Bee Honey Taffy Farm and Horse Fighting Ranch return to join Scott and guest co-host Jason Mantzoukas to recall their court case against their rivals The Baxter FKA Decker Triplets. Remember, ya gotta laugh!

1h 24m
Mar 04
CBB Presents: The Time Keeper's Leap Day Special (Neil Campbell, Bardia Salimi, Erin Keif, Claudia O'Doherty, Carl Tart, Scott Aukerman)

It's the most special TIME in four years: February 29th — Leap Day! And what better TIME to catch up with Maxwell Keeper aka The Time Keeper? We find Maxwell busy at work, taking care of his brother-in-law Desmond’s shop “Longo Watch Repair”. Who will walk through the doors on his most sacred day?

1h 7m
Feb 29
Chris Gethard, Lily Sullivan, Dan Lippert, Hannah Pilkes

Comedian, actor, and author Chris Gethard joins Scott and guest co-host Tony Sony to talk about his new book “Dad at Peace,” working with the Wellness Together nonprofit, and Tony’s pizzeria. Then, makeup artist Matthew Zimmerman stops by to talk about working with prosthetic noses in films. Plus, vocal specialist Chutney C. Rabbits drops by to demonstrate her voice psychic ability.

1h 18m
Feb 26
Todd Barry, Jessica McKenna, Casey Feigh, Connor Ratliff, Griffin Newman

Comedian extraordinaire Todd Barry joins Scott to talk about his new stand-up special “Domestic Shorthair”, his 3 best jokes, and his many lunches with Scott. Then, married couple Bob and Liz Feigh stop by to talk directly to their son Casey. Plus, director James Cameron and the real life CGI Jake Sully of Avatar return to announce more Avatar sequels.

1h 34m
Feb 19
Jason Mantzoukas, Andy Daly, Paul F. Tompkins

Friend of the show Jason Mantzoukas joins Scott for the 850th episode of Comedy Bang! Bang! Jason and Scott talk about Y2K, the Terminator, and Freaky Friday Face Off. Then, Byron Denniston and Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber return to talk about their experience attending the coronation of King Charles III.

1h 45m
Feb 12
Moshe Kasher, Carl Tart, Vic Michaelis

Comedian and author Moshe Kasher joins Scott to talk about his new book “Subculture Vulture”, consulting on CODA, and being stranded at Burning Man. Then, The Pine-Sol Lady stops by to talk about how she got involved with Pine-Sol. Plus, Tinselina the Green Fairy drops by to bring Scott’s child a gift.

1h 13m
Feb 05
Zach Woods, Lisa Gilroy, Charlie McCrackin

Zach Woods joins Scott to talk about his new stop-motion animated comedy series In the Know on Peacock, voice-over, and sleepovers. Then, child development expert Margo Tits stops by to raise awareness for raisin kids. Plus, substitute teacher Mr. Gunlock drops by to fill in for an absent guest.

1h 17m
Jan 29
Adam Cayton-Holland, Jon Gabrus, Erin Keif, Greg Hess

Comedian extraordinaire Adam Cayton-Holland joins Scott and guest co-host intern Gino Lombardo to talk about his new stand-up special “Wallpaper” available on YouTube, fatherhood, and Colorado. Then, author Matilda Gravyman returns to talk about making a movie based on Scott’s life. Plus, businessman Benmont Bologna stops by to talk about his new meat flavored cologne business.

1h 8m
Jan 25
Natasha Lyonne, Jacqueline Novak, Alex Fernie, Sandy Honig

Actress/filmmaker Natasha Lyonne and comedian Jacqueline Novak join Scott to talk about Jacqueline’s new Netflix special “Get On Your Knees,” based on her off-Broadway one-woman show. Then, toy maker Doug of Melissa & Doug’s Toys stops by to talk about his new toy venture. Plus, rock and roll legend Jenny Power drops by to talk about her comeback tour.

56m
Jan 22
Jake Johnson, Paul F. Tompkins, Lily Sullivan

Actor and filmmaker Jake Johnson joins Scott to talk about his new film Self Reliance on Hulu, his podcast We’re Here to Help, and Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse. Then, singer-songwriter Alimony Tony returns to talk about his most recent divorce over the holidays. Plus, writer Bridget Jones returns to share brand new entries from her diary.

1h 34m
Jan 15