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28. The Lucas Bros: Losing Their Minds Together
Keith and Kenny Lucas join Mike for an episode that alternates between utterly serious & supremely silly. They discuss their moving Vulture essay "Our Brother Kaizen," as well as jokes in process abo…
Published on 4 years, 6 months ago
27. Rachel Bloom: The Inception of the “Please Stop The Ride” Musical
The award-winning co-creator and star of Crazy Ex-Girlfriend Rachel Bloom joins Mike as the two of them crack into a format never explored in this podcast—the musical! Mike leaves his prepared materi…
Published on 4 years, 6 months ago
26. All Jokes Considered: The Staff Picks The Best Of 2020
A comedy extravaganza featuring Sarah Cooper, Hasan Minhaj, Tig Notaro, Jimmy Kimmel, Maria Bamford, John Mulaney, Ira Glass, Jon Laster, David Sedaris, Pete Holmes, Jon Favreau & Tommy Vietor, Jacqu…
Published on 4 years, 7 months ago
25. Ira Glass: The Highly Anticipated Return
Since Ira Glass was Working It Out’s inaugural guest in June 2020, listeners have frequently requested his return. This week the podcast has its first return guest and its first *second draft*. We al…
Published on 4 years, 7 months ago
24. Natasha Lyonne: No F**kin’ Around
Mike welcomes the great Natasha Lyonne, co-creator and star of the hit Netflix series Russian Doll. Natasha opens up about her own process as well as the best advice she’s received. Natasha holds Mik…
Published on 4 years, 7 months ago
23. Ramy Youssef: Kicked in the Golden Globes
Mike welcomes award-winning comedian Ramy Youssef. The two friends discuss the unexpectedly controversial elements of his hit series “Ramy.” They also work on jokes about bad wedding speeches, gettin…
Published on 4 years, 8 months ago
22. Abbi Jacobson: The Broad City Makeout Party
Mike is joined by the co-creator and co-star of the comedy classic “Broad City.” They discuss the show’s origins, why we should all hope to “fail flamboyantly,” and why you might quit your job after …
Published on 4 years, 8 months ago
21. Bowen Yang: How Do You Write a Sketch For SNL?
Bowen Yang joins Mike this week for an episode that is as hilarious as it is honest. Listen as Bowen and Mike discuss everything from gay conversion therapy and googling yourself to high school theat…
Published on 4 years, 8 months ago
A Letter From a Comedian To College Students Everywhere
This episode is a little different from the others. If you like it please share it with your college age friend or family member. Also, it’s worth visiting https://votesaveamerica.com/
Published on 4 years, 9 months ago
20. Jacqueline Novak: 50 Ways To Get Eaten By the Garage Door
Jacqueline and Mike have toured together for years and Mike recently produced Jacqueline’s Off-Broadway hit “Get On Your Knees.” On this episode they get nerdy on joke structure: setups, punchlines, …
Published on 4 years, 9 months ago