EP. 8 — The New Doctor Demento

Dr. Demento was arguably the most famous comedy radio host…that is, until Scott Aukerman joined the business! The key to Demento’s success was one Mr. “Weird Al” Yankovic, who Scott steals away to bring himself fame. On this episode they discuss Al’s success and music and are joined by celebrated author Richard Dalton and winner of the Indie 103.1 Unknown Comic Contest Jim Pipe.

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May 28, 2023

EP. 814 — The Institute

Guest Sarah Silverman Suzi Barrett Shaun Diston

Comedian and old friend of the show Sarah Silverman joins Scott to talk about her new HBO stand-up special “Someone You Love,” her musical The Bedwetter, and musicals she did in high school.

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May 21, 2023

EP. 813 — Winkers and Blinkers

Guest Jena Friedman Heather Anne Campbell Jacob Wysocki

Comedian/writer/author Jena Friedman joins Scott to talk about her new book “Not Funny,” how her senior thesis led her to doing stand-up, and some of the interview questions she’s received as a female comedian.

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May 14, 2023

EP. 812 — Oops I Dropped This

Guest Sean Clements Hayes Davenport Will Hines Christine Bullen

Sean Clements and Hayes Davenport of Hollywood Handbook join Scott to talk about the big guest for their 500th episode of their podcast, a pitch for a new movie podcast for CBB World, and Star Trek.

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