One of our favorite film directors Werner Herzog and one of America’s favorite comedians Chris Fairbanks are here on today’s Comedy Bang Bang! Werner lets us know about his upcoming acting debut and Chris reveals the truth behind pancakes and flapjacks. Will Werner give up directing? Why are pancakes plaguing the nation? Does role play come into a game of Would You Rather? All these questions and more will be answered once you give this episode a listen!

Comedy Maestro Judd Apatow is here for his very first appearance on Comedy Bang Bang! 16 Year-Old Intern Marissa Wompler joins us as well for a discussion about inviting herself over Judd’s for a sleepover with his daughter Maude, his new film This Is 40, and his first time meeting Albert Brooks. Also, Judd lends an ear to Marissa’s recent incident during Spook Fest, talks about having his kids in his movies, and plays a game of Would You Rather? Plus, Graham Parker stops by to tell us about his reunion with the Rumour, how he got involved with Judd Apatow, and plays a song off his latest album “Three Chords Good.” Womp up the volume! Don’t forget to vote on the Comedy Bang Bang Best Of poll!

Academy Award-winner Nat Faxon reveals his most secret pain on today’s Comedy Bang Bang! Special co-host/DJ Forsythia drops by to bring up listenership to her late night radio show, lifts spirits by playing some of her favorite songs, and tells us about the struggles of becoming a woman at the age of 14. Also, Nat describes the premise of the show Ben and Kate, shares the truth behind Hall & Oates’ “I Can’t Go For That,” and talks about his pet collection. Plus, Forsythia has something to tell her mother during a game of Would You Rather?

Fellow podcasters and first timers Julie Klausner and Jake Fogelnest are here on today’s Comedy Bang Bang! Jake & Julie recall the first time they met, each describe their podcasts “The Fogelnest Files” and “How Was Your Week” respectively, and share their love of BuzzFeed’s Katie Notopoulos. Garry Marshall returns to reveal his secret name, tell us about his new family sitcom based on The Trachtenburg Family Slideshow Players, and plays a game of Would You Rather? You will hear tales of Garry’s past and we’ll finally answer the age old question as to if there is indeed a Scope brand toothpaste.

Every once in a while a bro might want to come hang out so who better to stop by than the Nerdist himself Chris Hardwick on today’s special mid-week episode of Comedy Bang Bang! Chris tells us about his upcoming Comedy Central special Mandroid, explains the meaning of dookie cookie, and answers the question as to why priests can’t marry. The always hilarious stand-up comedian JT McDowell drops by to hit the turf, showcase his Julia Child impression, and play a game of Would You Rather? that will make you say WTF!

Parks and Recreation’s Aziz Ansari returns for today’s special election episode of Comedy Bang Bang! Aziz talks about the inspiration behind his tour Buried Alive, the cast on Parks & Rec, and being scared of Gout. Bob Odenkirk, Mike Hanford, and Neil Campbell stop by to reunite with Scott as the political parodists The Washington Monugents to tickle some ribs and kick out some topical jams. Also joining us is political commentator Pat Buchanan who tells us his feelings on this election and plays a game of Would You Rather?

It looks like Scott Achingman has stumbled upon the Werewolf Studios once more to find himself inside of Suicide House with none other than the dreadful Beuford and Messmore le Barron. After some catching up, they are joined by Caine Sherman of the Historical Society to tour Suicide House and figure out if it deserves to have historical status. However, the tour is interrupted by Beuford & Messmore’s father Maximilian Blanc who reveals the many others trapped within the many doors of Suicide House. Will Suicide House get historical status? Will Ghost Boy make an appearance? Will we break a record with the Freestyle Rap Contest? You’ll have to listen to Comedy Fang Fang to find out!

It’s more Bang Bang for your buck buck on today’s special Wednesday episode of Comedy Bang Bang! Friend of the show and star of the upcoming film The Comedy, Tim Heidecker returns to tell us about the failed pilot of his popular comic strip Stitches, gives us a little insight on his upcoming film The Comedy, and talks about his opportunity to portray Paul Rodgers in the forthcoming Bad Company quadrilogy. Newcomers Arthur Steinborn & Diane stop by to share their favorite Stitches comic strips, we try to find Diane a date, and Arthur explains his system to remember anyone’s name. Jackpot.

Two cast members from the hit ABC show Happy Endings, Casey Wilson and Adam Pally came to play on this week’s Comedy Bang Bang! Adam & Casey share stories of their parents, talk couples Halloween costumes, and give us a little taste of what to expect on the new season of Happy Endings. Unfortunately, Casey becomes terrified during our women themed Freestyle Rap Battle. Fortunately, she redeems herself with a Sex and the City impression off during a game of Would You Rather?

Community’s Gillian Jacobs returns to bury the hatchet with Scott on today’s Comedy Bang Bang! Gillian brings awareness to the fact that the Zynga corporation is out to get her and wedding bells are heard when she falls for co-host Garry Marshall. Also joining us is first time guest and college senior Tracy to share what she learned on her travels in Italy. Will the newly married Garry & Gillian prevail over Tracy in a game of Would You Rather? You will have to listen to find out!

We’re devoting today’s very special episode of Comedy Bang Bang to the movie Pitch Perfect! Writer of the film Kay Cannon and stars Adam DeVine & Hana Mae Lee join us to discuss pool scenes, target demographics, and which songs were sung for the auditions. That’s not all, studio rep Scott Jeffries returns to express his excitement for Pitch Perfect, explains how he got involved with Scientology, and plays a game of Would You Rather? with us that will surely make you shit your pants!

School’s back in session so it was only a matter of time before our 16 year-old intern Marissa Wompler made her way back to the studio to help co-host today’s Comedy Bang Bang! Marissa gets schooled on Grimace, The Fat Boys and motor boating by none other than Rob Corddry! Rob also offers Marissa some expert advice on her recent heartbreak. Plus, we get one special turd of information about what’s to come up on the season finale of Childrens Hospital. Womp It Up!

A star studded panel of guests who haven’t been on the show due to geographical reasons, B.J. Novak and Wyatt Cenac join us for today’s Comedy Bang Bang! We talk to B.J. about leaving The Office and Wyatt Cenac tells us what is coming up on The Daily Show. We also welcome internet critics Van Davion and Mike Smith to share some insights on how television can be funnier. Plus, we play a riveting game of Would You Rather? Don’t forget to tip your mailman!

The funniest person in the universe, Amy Poehler, reveals which foreign show that Parks and Recreation is based on this week on Comedy Bang Bang! Fan favorite Jason Mantzoukas uses his co-hosting duties to help countdown the Twelve Days of the Emmys, obsess about thirtysomething, and talk politics. Talk radio host Tom Leykis drops by as well to share the ins and outs of Leykis 101. We play a new game called Speed Round and show off our skills during the Freestyle Rap Battle. Plus, a irresistibly delicious game of Would You Rather?

The Fall Season is upon us and who better to join us other than star of stage and screen Justin Kirk! Justin stops by to talk about his new show Animal Practice, working on Angels in America, and his first role in the theatre. We are also joined by the mysterious Mike the Janitor who might have a connection to Andrew Lloyd Webber. Don’t forget to pick up the Comedy Bang! Bang! LIVE Summer Tour episodes!