Comedy Bang Bang: The Podcast

August 1, 2016

Comedian and filmmaker Mike Birbiglia returns along with improvisers Horatio Sanz and Mary Holland to talk about his latest film “Don’t Think Twice,” a film about a fictional New York improv group dealing with one of its members getting an audition for a Saturday Night Live type show. Later, swimming educator Lisa Taco arrives to tell us about her competitive swimming program for toddlers, young kids, and teens. Plus, Dr. Phil’s half-brother Dr. Bill Phil stops by to explain why the government has given him a robo-beard.

This episode is sponsored by Squarespace, Dollar Shave Club, Stamps.com, and Magoosh.

July 25, 2016

Sean Clements of Hollywood Handbook is back on this week’s Comedy Bang! Bang! to speak on his love of reading lyrics, his thoughts on Melania Trump, and what it would sound like if his character Tervis were to have made an appearance on the show. Later, Sean leaves and proud citizen Rich Mind Vain arrives along with great Hollywood actor Nick Nolte who is doing press for Suicide Squad. Finally, Angelica Trashmouth stops by in complete awe as she shares her feelings on visiting the city for the first time.

July 18, 2016

Comedian extraordinaire Jim Gaffigan joins the prestigious Comedy Bang! Bang! 1st Timers Club! Jim and Scott chat about why strawberries suck, having his real family be in TV car commercials, and what he wants the world to know about his TV Land show “The Jim Gaffigan Show.” Later, our old friend Tito Ben returns from the Eagle Rock plaza to update us on his Filipino Blockbuster business and to pitch movies starring himself and Jim. Plus, fugitive Matt Knight arrives to confess what has been keeping him on the run for over 20 years.

This episode is sponsored by Spotify, Magoosh, Leesa.com, and Comic Con HQ.

July 14, 2016

Professional comedian Brent Weinbach returns to Comedy Bang! Bang! to talk about some of his OCD behavior,  his new Mind Jack video series on SuperDeluxe, and a couple of new slang words and phrases he invented to help the show be relevant to youth culture. Later, our old friends Victor, Tiny, and (unfortunately) Willy are back to tell us about getting into doing more voice work. Finally, makeup artist for the dead Patty Pecker stops by for the first time with a very special friend.

This episode is sponsored by Soylent (http://www.soylent.com/bangbang), Comic Con, Legal Zoom, and Magoosh.

July 11, 2016

Comedian extraordinaire Aparna Nancherla joins Scott on this week’s Comedy Bang! Bang! to talk about the last letter she wrote, how would she revise the government if she could change any law, and  some of the topics she covers on her new stand-up album “Just Putting Out There.” Then, amateur sports critic Ming arrives to tell us about his favorite sports and songs from The Cranberries. Finally, financial advisor Doug Gropes hastily advises Scott on how to prepare for his retirement.

This episode is sponsored by HBO’s Vice Principals, Stamps.com, Leesa.com, Sweet As Honey by Jennifer Beckstrand, and Now Hear This Podcast Festival.

July 4, 2016

Comedy legend Dana Carvey (Secret Life of Pets, Saturday Night Live) joins the Comedy Bang! Bang! First Timers Club! Dana takes us through a myriad of micro-impressions before meeting HP-DP-69B (the Hewlett-Packard Sex Robot) aka Little Button Puss. Plus, a 7-year-old who calls himself Little Dammit Man wanders into the studio to join in on the fun.

This episode is sponsored by Avion Tequila, Spotify, Wiener-Dog from IFC Films, and Now Hear This Podcast Festival.

June 30, 2016

Brett Gelman was previously banned on the show but Scott has since lifted the ban on his old friend in order for him to tell us about his new Adult Swim special “Brett Gelman’s Dinner in America.” However, Brett seems as though he has something else on his mind that he needs to share about his dear friend. Later, pet medium Chris Dante arrives to communicate with Brett and Scott’s ghost pets. Finally, travel consultant Ydeda Elaine Brown stops by to give everyone some much needed travel tips.

This episode is sponsored by Wiener-Dog from IFC Films, Leesa.com, SeatGeek, Bonobos, and Stela.

June 27, 2016

Orphan Black’s Kristian Bruun returns to tell us about what happened on the previous season of the show (without any spoilers), why Canadian money looks so fake, and to play a game of “How Dumb Are You As A Canadian?”. While Kristian and Scott continue their conversation, a little 8-year-old girl by the name of Beth charms her way onto the show on her power wheels. Later, community activist B.Q. stops by to speak on the very serious issue of getting rid of sunscreen.

This episode is sponsored by Squarespace, Wiener-Dog from IFC Films, and Stela.

June 20, 2016

Jason “Hey Nong” Mantzoukas and Thomas “Middle-earth” Middleditch are back on Comedy Bang! Bang! Jason, Thomas, and Scott talk Smash Mouth, a risqué story overheard at the gym, virtual reality gaming, and Montell Jordan. Plus, an amateur barrister by the name of Edmond Carlyle stops by in the middle of his hot case to reveal some of his other hobbies and a possible connection to Scott.

This episode is sponsored by Mack Weldon, Leesa Mattresses, Bonobos, Stamps.com, and Black Tux.

June 16, 2016

Rhys Darby of The Flight of The Conchords enters the CBB 1st Timers Club! Rhys tests his movie trivia, plays a game of “Agree or Disagree?”, and acknowledges his immortality. Then, Margie Donk returns to tell us about her new venture to pursue her dream as a writer in Los Angeles. Later, personal trainer Reggie Tote arrives to talk about his specific Hollywood trainer expertise which began with the original Roots series.

This episode is sponsored by Ritani, Audible, Legal Zoom, and MVMT Watches.

June 13, 2016

Another Period creators Natasha Leggero and Riki Lindhome are back along with singer-songwriter Dan Mangan on this week’s Comedy Bang! Bang! They join Scott to chat about Dads and Grads season, peeing your pants, and how Natasha & Riki spend their leisure time. Later, Russian oligarch Mikhail Titscoffski arrives with news that he has bought Earwolf and has some suggestions on how to improve the show. Plus, Dan will perform songs throughout the episode in honor of his new EP “Unmake.”

This episode is sponsored by Travelocity, Leesa, Black Tux, and Seeso.

June 6, 2016

Ben Schwartz aka The Elegant Mr. S & Horatio Sanz are back baby! Ben, Horatio, and Scott talk about the finale of House of Lies aka House of Pies, chat with Ben’s family and sing a montage of Billy Joel songs. Plus, Barney Schwarts of the Cleveland Zoo stops by to share some interesting news as well tell us about his new business plan.

June 2, 2016

Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping star Andy Samberg is back with Scott and the co-hostess with the mostess Claudia O’Doherty for a rare Comedy Bang! Bang! After Dark episode. Claudia pitches an incident heavy film for Andy right before famous Australian actor R. Schrift pops in to give us a preview of his new drama sketch show Sunday Afternoon Taped. It’s pretty electric.

This episode is sponsored by Black Tux.

May 30, 2016

Superstar musician “Weird Al” Yankovic and co-host/one man band leader of the new season of Comedy Bang! Bang! the TV show joins Scott to talk about what it’s like to being back on a set in almost 20 years, his latest World Tour, and the brand new CBB theme remix. Then, businessman Greg Kerns arrives to really paint us a picture of the ins and outs of his business. Later, lifestyle coach Crap Pollo teaches us his expert steps on how to achieve all of our dreams.

This episode is sponsored by Dollar Shave Club, Seeso, and Stamps.com

May 23, 2016

Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber and Scott reunite to chat about all the songs Lloyd Webber wishes he had written, what it’s like to live with him, and his favorite playwright of all time. As they continue their conversation, a faint voice is heard in the room. It is none other than the stabby lil’ orphan boy Fourvel who insists he has changed from his stabby ways. What could have happened to create this “new” Fourvel? Tune in to find out!

This episode is sponsored by Squarespace, Black Tux, and Leesa.com.