Comedy Bang Bang: The Podcast

August 23, 2013

The trio of filmmakers from The World’s End, Edgar Wright, Simon Pegg, and Nick Frost are on today’s B-B-B-B-ONUS episode of Comedy Bang! Bang! They’ll explain how the Cornetto trilogy came to be, describe some of the themes of their film “The World’s End,” and wonder what’s been going on with Austin Powers. Then, giant stars Sean Connery and Sir Michael Caine walk into the room to share their love of friendship and tell us about the important rules of acting.

August 19, 2013

SNL alum and Mohr Stories host Jay Mohr makes his first appearance on today’s Comedy Bang! Bang! After a discussion on the central time zone, Scott’s neighbor drops by to tell us all about being a new dad and how to keep a baby happy. Plus, a life changing game of Would You Rather!

August 12, 2013

WOMP IT UP! We’re celebrating Marissa Wompler’s 17th Birthday Party LIVE from the Marina Del Rey condo HOA common area pool with Miss Listler, Marissa’s step dad Dr. Seth Wompler, and Eric “Gutterballs” Gutterman. It’s all fun in the sun until Marissa’s arch nemesis Danielle Bartiromo crashes the pool party. Grab yourself a tea, join us on the platform above the pool, and womp up the jamz!

August 8, 2013

1/3 of the Nerdist podcast & host of Jonah Raydio, Jonah Ray makes his first appearance along with fan favorite Nick Thune for a bro out sesh on this week’s b-b-b-bonus-s-s-s episode of Comedy Bang! Bang! After the guys confess their love of baseball movies, newcomer Tito Ben stops by to let us know all about his Eagle Rock plaza kiosk. Plus, an unforgettable game of Would You Rather? between bros!

August 5, 2013

Rob Corddry finds his way to the Earwolf studios once again on today’s Comedy Bang! Bang! Rob talks to us about Hot Tub Time Machine 2, the 5th season of Childrens Hospital, and Herve Villechaize. Suddenly the ghostly presence of Richard Harrow appears to let us know about the 12 heavens, warn us about the true intentions of the tooth fairy, and take over a game of Would You Rather. Cha-Ching! Be sure to head on over to www.ifc.com to get tickets/info on the Comedy Bang! Bang! LIVE Tour!

July 29, 2013

If you don’t already know, Doug Benson hates candy wrappers, screaming children, and sticky seats. Although, he loves movies and he joins Scott on today’s Comedy Bang Bang to talk about Broadway, the first time they met, and being concert buddies. Our open door policy is in full effect as Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber returns to discuss important topics such as musicals, brunch, and barbecue. We’ll also learn a couple of new things about Doug & Lord Webber during a whimsical game of Would You Rather!

July 25, 2013

SNL superstar Bill Hader makes his inaugural appearance on this week’s B-B-B-BONUS episode of Comedy Bang! Bang! Bill regales us with stories of his first SNL, going on a ride-along with a cop while shooting Superbad, and his wife’s upcoming directorial debut, The To Do List. Scott’s ex-stepfather Bob Ducca also drops by from a long soul searching venture to share some memories of summer from his youth. Sit back, open up a bag of butterscotch discs, and enjoy as Bill & Bob go head to head in a thrilling game of Would You Rather!

July 22, 2013

Today’s episode of Comedy Bang Bang will delight fans of both Mr. Show and the Royal family! Bob Odenkirk treats listeners to some special news that’s sure to please anyone who loves Mr. Show. Joining Bob is Byron Denniston, a Royal watcher from across the pond. He’ll educate us on all the happenings in the Royal family, share Princess Kate Middleton’s exclusive list of baby names, and address some of the rumors Bob has heard concerning the Royals.

July 18, 2013

That’s right, it’s a b-b-b-bonus episode of Comedy Bang! Bang! recorded live from San Diego Comic-Con! IT’S BEEN a while since we’ve heard what’s up with Hot Dog and since we heard a couple of New No-Nos from CBB favorite Paul Rust! What more can you ask for?

July 15, 2013

Things get weird fast as Kumail Nanjiani returns and Paul Giamatti bursts through the studio to confess all the experiments he’s gone through while shooting his films. Kumail then tells us what we can expect on his upcoming Comedy Central one-hour special “Beta Male,” explains what’s the first thing he’s ever observed, and re-enacts the process of how the stand-up comedy series “The Meltdown with Jonah and Kumail” got picked up. Suddenly, Jesse “The Body, The Mind, The Soul” Ventura appears to grant wishes and make a special proposition to Kumail.

July 11, 2013

Reggie Watts and Neil Campbell are back in the hot seats on this week’s B-B-B-BONUS Comedy Bang Bang! Scott, Reggie and Neil share their excitement for season two of Comedy Bang Bang: The TV series, which premieres on IFC on Friday July 12th, as well as reminisce about the process of creating the show. Reggie updates everyone on the current state of the Jish and Jash networks and debuts some new exclusive tracks before Neil performs a very memorable monologue. A classic Freestyle Rap Battle takes places as well as a hysterical Would You Rather, and we will be back with your regularly scheduled Bang Bang on Monday!

July 8, 2013

Ben Schwartz and director extraordinaire Werner Herzog both return to the studio on today’s Comedy Bang Bang! Scott shares his enthusiasm for season two of the Comedy Bang Bang TV series, which premieres on IFC this Friday July 12th, and Ben and Scott discuss the new season of Ben’s series House of Pies. Werner discusses the plight of working with a green screen, reveals what kind of vehicle he drives and what it’s like working on a film with Thomas Cruise. The filmography of Prince and the pronunciation of the word “marshmallow” are mentioned before Werner clues us in on his favorite film of all time and Ben tries out a new character. Comedy Bang Bang will return with a very special B-B-B-BONUS episode this Thursday.

July 1, 2013

The immensely talented & hilarious John Hodgman stops by the studio for the first time EVER on today’s Comedy Bang Bang! Scott asks John all the hard-hitting questions and finds out everything you need to know, like where he isn’t from, and John talks about his new Netflix special RAGNAROK which is currently available for streaming. John shares stories from his college years at Yale before accidentally summoning friend of the show Ice-T to the studio. Ice reveals his controversial opinion on the Hobbit films before Scott makes a phone call and gets another favorite guest involved in the conversation.

June 27, 2013

Nerd Poker’s Brian Posehn stops by the studio on this week’s special B-B-B-BONUS Thursday episode of Comedy Bang Bang! Scott and Brian reminisce about the old Mr. Show days, break down Brian’s latest comedy album THE FARTIST track-by-track, and talk about Brian’s job writing Deadpool comics. Mall McCartney (or is it Paul McCartney?) sneaks his way in through the ever-open door to share some of his insider Beatles knowledge and attempt to give Brian and Scott hip new nicknames. We’ll be back with your regularly scheduled Bang Bang on Monday, don’t miss it!

June 24, 2013

Comedy juggernaut Paul Feig returns to the podcast for the first time since 2011 on today’s Comedy Bang Bang! Paul shares his philosophy on improvising, discusses recording ADR jokes and talks about his latest feature THE HEAT, which opens in theaters nationwide this Friday. Victor Ramos, head of the Aspira after school program for inner city youth, stops by the show to promote his controversial curriculum. Victor explains how he deals with cyber-bullying and teen pregnancy before Scott poses quite the conundrum in a “squeaker” of a game of Would You Rather? Comedy Bang Bang returns with a special B-B-B-BONUS episode this Thursday.