Comedy Bang Bang: The Podcast

July 29, 2018

Fellow Earwolf podcaster and friend of the show Casey Wilson joins Scott to talk about her upcoming Bitch Sesh tour, her Oscar Parties, and to have a regular conversation like they would have off air. Then, 80s new wave singer Martin Sheffield Lickly drops by to sing some of his hits. Plus, credit card points expert Chase Varner stops by to share a great tip on how to accumulate an infinite amount of credit card points.

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July 25, 2018

Lead singer of the iconic band Cameo, Larry Blackmon joins Scott for a one on one chat on a very special episode of Comedy Bang! Bang! They’ll get into the origin of Cameo’s smash hit “Word Up,” how Larry got involved with the band, and what Larry keeps in his safe. As Larry and Scott continue their conversation, an Edible Arrangements delivery person by the name of Nance drops by with a gift for Scott. But is there more to Nance? Tune in to find out!

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July 23, 2018

Returning favorite Kristian Bruun of Orphan Black fame joins Scott to talk about his new show “Carter,” his home town of Toronto, and baked beans. Then, pro gamers Erupt and Sweatch stop by on their tour to tell us about the pact they made with their fans. Plus, telenovela star Raul DeLaMancha drops by to talk about his show “Amor Sexo Ratoncitos.”

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July 15, 2018

Stand-up comedian Cameron Esposito joins Scott this week to talk about Edward Penishands, her new special “Rape Jokes,” and website tips. Then, JW Stillwater enters the studio to talk about seeing the Universal Studios Hollywood play WaterWorld: A Live Sea War Spectacular. Plus, Valley stuntman Cal Buckley pops in to tell us about playing The Deacon in the WaterWorld stunt show and his many other roles over his 30 year career.

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July 8, 2018

Actor, comedian and SNL alum Horatio Sanz joins Scott to talk about what hats he wears and why they’re so popular. Plus, they’re joined by entrepreneur Lyle Cummings to discuss the difference between sherbert and ice cream, and middle school superintendent Peppers McGilly gets on the phone to reflect on his work with Lyle to improve education in Macon County.

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July 1, 2018

Actor Lakeith Stanfield joins Scott to talk about his first performances, auditioning for FX’s Atlanta, and his new film Sorry to Bother You. Then, dialect coach Darlington Cassel stops by to take us through a selection of her accents, and department store employee Nancy Yi drops in to explain why she isn’t having fun at her job.

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June 24, 2018

Former CBB band leader “Weird Al” Yankovic joins Scott to reflect on hitting the road for his Ridiculously Self-Indulgent, Ill-Advised Vanity Tour, getting relaxed on stage, and putting in the hard work for all 77 shows. Then, physician Dr. Peter Fash returns to check up on Scott’s diet, and entrepreneur Bean Dip stops by to market some of her wares.

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June 17, 2018

The Sloppy Boys (Mike Hanford, Tim Kalpakis, Jefferson Dutton) joins Scott and intern Gino Lambardo to talk about how they decided to start a band, the incident that changed them from doing covers to original songs, and to perform songs live in-studio off their debut album “Lifelong Vacation.” Then, author Devin O’Shea stops by to read excerpts from his book about his alien encounter in 1983.

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June 10, 2018

Jason “Heynong Man” Mantzoukas joins Scott once again to talk about the butt reveal, his beard level, and to give us an update on his love life. Then, professional water-skier and Sha Na Na superfan Hot Dog returns to talk about his big news of being inducted into the Water Skiing Hall of Fame.

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June 3, 2018

It’s the season for moms and proms! Live from the Marina Del Rey Public High School gymnasium, it’s a Prom Womptacular with Marissa Wompler, Miss Listler, Marissa’s stepdad Dr. Seth Wompler, former teacher C.S. Steers, and more surprise guests! Will prom be everything Marissa has hoped it would be? Can C.S. win the approval of a student’s father? Tune in to find out!

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May 27, 2018

Gillian Jacobs of Netflix’s LOVE returns to Comedy Bang! Bang! to talk about her new film Ibiza on Netflix and skeletons before Lavinia Marsh Caruthers aka Shevel Knievel the Lady Daredevil bursts into the studio to talk about which stunt she’s most proud of performing. Later, tourist Carmine visits from Brooklyn to tell us about his LA trip. Plus, Scott’s postal worker eDream Vignette stops by to deliver some packages.

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May 20, 2018

Stand-up comedian John Mulaney joins Scott to talk about the process of writing transitions for his new special Kid Gorgeous at Radio City, where he would like to haunt as a ghost, and his celebrity net worth. Then, sports bar poet Clovis Mandrake stops by to read some of his work. Plus, former teapot Mrs. Potts returns to talk about her new love interest. 

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May 16, 2018

Sean Clements and Hayes Davenport from Hollywood Handbook and Hollywood Handbook: Pro Version join Scott once again to plug their show and pitch 69 Stitcher Premium show ideas.

May 13, 2018

Old friend and colleague Reggie Watts and fellow musician John Tejada join Scott to play songs off the new album Casual High Technology from their project Wajatta. Then, former sports fan Ming drops by to discuss the ins and outs of cult life. Later, upstairs neighbor Margarite Shoes comes down to report an emergency.

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May 7, 2018

Professional comedian Nick Thune join Scott to stay on script and talk about his upcoming stand-up comedy tour along with Michael Ian Black as they await for Michael to arrive to the studio. Later, bouncer Kenny Takahashi stops by to ask for advice on how to stick up for himself at The Nasty Rat bar. Plus, Melissa from the Analytics department to chat about how to integrate murder into the podcast to help bump the listener numbers.

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