The Laugh Button Podcast
The Laugh Button
Each week Editor-In-Chief, Matt Kleinschmidt and co-hosts discuss comedy news, pop culture events, and have conversations with some the most interesting people in the entertainment industry. Providing an in-depth look at the comedy community and its cast of characters.We wanna make the podcast even better, help us learn how we can: https://bit.ly/2EcYbu4 For advertising opportunities please email PodcastPartnerships@Studio71us.com Privacy Policy: https://www.studio71.com/us/terms-and-conditions-use/#Privacy%20Policy
Superhero Fantasy Draft 2018 live from NY Comic Con - #127
For the third year in a row we're back at NY Comic Con for The Superhero Fantasy Draft. Four comedians go head-to-head in a fantasy football style draft to pick their Superhero fantasy team. This year Addie Weyrich, Derek Gaines, Greg Stone, and Monroe Martin square off, building their teams as they trash talk each other, steal picks, and battle it out for audience approval who ultimately decides who the winner is.
Dec 12, 2018 • 1:05:56
Superhero Fantasy Draft 2017 at NY Comic Con - #126
We returned to NY Comic Con this year for another Superhero Fantasy Draft. Comedians Monroe Martin (Last Comic Standing), Jared Freid (JTrain Podcast, Adrift), Anthony DeVito (People Talking Sports, Comedy Central Half Hour) and Luis J. Gomez (Legion of Skanks, Real Ass Podcast) all gathered with us in room 1A21 of the Javits Center to slug it out and pick, debate, (and probably yell) about comic book heroes that they want on their team. In the end, only one comedian was victorious and the live
Oct 12, 2017 • 57:18
Spoilers with Monroe Martin - #125
Monroe Martin stops by The Riotcast studios to hang with Matt. The two talk about his career in comedy and the story of his childhood in the foster system. Then, the pop culture geeks in both of them gets exposed as they cover everything from comic books, the movies they've spawned, fashion, and of course, some Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.
Jun 15, 2017 • 1:17:52
Joe Sib is nowhere near the top - #124
Joe Sib wears a lot of hats, he's the former lead singer of the punk rock band WAX, he's the co-founder of the record label, SideOneDummy, and he's also been working on his stand-up comedy career for the last decade or so. Sib just released his debut album, "Nowhere Near The Top" on 800 LB Gorilla records and he sits down with Matt to talk about the trip to get to that first album, how his comedy has evolved, and he even tosses in a few good stories about a The Ramones, Bad Religion, and a semi
Jun 7, 2017 • 1:21:41
And Jeff Simmermon is not lying - #123
Jeff Simmermon is about to release his debut stand-up comedy album, "And I Am Not Lying." It's a culmination of many years working as a writer of stories, that have appeared on both The Moth and This American Life. Now he's following a true passion of his and turning said funny stories into works of stand-up comedy. Simmermon recounts his journey and lets us know a bit about where he's headed. Download, review, and tell a friend!
Jun 1, 2017 • 1:25:11
Costaki Economopoulos and Aaron Hodges are lucky dogs - #122
Comedian Costaki Economopoulos and former SiriusXM comedy jock Aaron Hodges drop in on Matt to talk about Costaki's new comedy album and Aaron's new comedy record label. How are they related? Costaki will serve as the label's first release. It's a move that makes an incredible amount of sense because this duo are old friends and podcasting buddies, co-hosting the Quick Snaps podcast where they talk about football and bust comedy chops. It's a fun hour of three guys having a great conversation ab
May 25, 2017 • 1:07:37
Greg Stone makes friends - #121
Matt and Bram go over all the big news of the week including comedy siblings and all the news about the upfronts including canceled shows, greenlit ones, and all in between. Then, comedian Greg Stone joins us on the podcast to talk about getting his start in comedy and where he's headed. The interview wraps up with a few embarrassing revelations. Download, review, tell a friend. podast@thelaughbutton.com
May 18, 2017 • 1:20:46
Jon Glaser hunts werewolves - #120
He'yump! Jon Glaser drops by for an interview about season 2 of his Adult Swim TV show, "Neon Joe: Werewolf Hunter." The show is returning for a second season on May 22nd and with it comes more eyepatches, more guns with blades, and more neon green. Glaser tells us what to expect and talks about some of his other great TV shows like "Delocated" and "Jon Glaser Loves Gear." It's a total blast.... geaaaarrrr!
May 11, 2017 • 42:21
Chris Gethard talks Career Suicide - #119
Email podcast@thelaughbutton and follow @thelaughbutton. Chris Gethard is about to make the biggest leap of his career and it's with, "Career Suicide." A one-man show about his battle with depression beginning in his teenage years at college and how he worked his way back to where he is today. Fully aware of his mental illness and making a show that he wishes was available to him when he was in college. Chris has a similar background as host Matt Kleinschmidt, so there's an instant report as th
May 4, 2017 • 1:20:48
Anthony DeVito is having a moment - #118
Email: podcast@thelaughbutton.com and visit www.thelaughbutton.com Comedian Anthony DeVito is having a moment. In about a month's time he landed his first late night stand-up spot, earned a half hour on Comedy Central and got passed at one of New York's most legendary comedy clubs. To say things are looking up for him are an understatement. But he started years before that, he attended comedy clubs as a child and got the stand-up spark, one that lasted him through college, travel, and even a mo
Apr 27, 2017 • 1:21:43
Jim Tews was in band - #117
Matt and Bram are joined by Nick DeSimone on the podcast this week as they learn all about his secret talent. We discuss comedy movie sequels and Netflix. We're then joined by comedian Jim Tews, who just released his debut comedy album, "I Was In Band." Jim stares stories about his time in middle school band, his time in the Coast Guard, starting stand-up comedy in Cleveland, then we go deep into great comedy clubs. It's a kickass episode that you need to tell all your friends about.
Apr 20, 2017 • 1:20:15
Tim Dillon is going to hell
We're coming in hot this episode. If you want to ease into a podcast, this is not the right one for you. Bram and Matt start right off with the barbs as they welcome Olivia Timm onto the show to give the "Millennial Point of View" whatever that is. Then Tim Dillon sits down with Matt to talk about how jury duty made him realize he wanted to be a comedian, giving unorthodox tours of NYC, the super-rich, politics, and a conspiracy theory or two. It's a wild conversation from front to back. Subscri
Apr 13, 2017 • 1:56:55
Seth Olenick and the funny business of photography - #115
Seth Olenick is a professional photographer who has spent the last 15 years or so photographing comedians. He recently finished a 7 year project to put together a coffee table book, "Funny Business" as he documented both established and up-and-coming comedians. Many of the latter who would later make it big time. Whether through chance encounters or referrals, Olenick chased down nearly 240 comedians for the project, and that's just for the one book, his career goes even deeper than that. Seth a
Apr 6, 2017 • 1:28:33
Kevin Gootee is a comic watching comics - #114
It all started at an open mic. Comedian Kevin Gootee was critiquing a comedian on stage and the idea struck him and the start of Comics Watching Comics was born. Think Last Comic Standing meets @Midnight, Gootee recruits his comedian friends to talk about other's stand-up. He sits down with Matt to break it all down and talk about his motivation to follow his dream to be a stand-up comic.
Mar 30, 2017 • 38:27
Shane Mauss has a good trip - #113
We're back from SXSW and oh what great fun it was. Matt runs down the trip with Bram as they run down the week, followed up by a lot of half-hour special conversation. Then, guest comedian Shane Mauss joins us on the podcast to talk about his current tour, "A Good Trip" which is his one-man show out on the road talking about his experience with psychedelics. But Mauss isn't just out to get high, he's on a mission to talk about his experiences and maybe even find out about some of the science beh
Mar 23, 2017 • 1:16:40
Katie Goodman is halfway closer to death - #112
Katie Goodman is a comical badass. She's a Feminist and mother. She also spent a large chunk of her life in the theater, cranking out hundreds of productions, formed women's comedy troupes, released comedy albums, written songs, teaches theater to children. She's given keynote speeches and put on events to raise money for Planned Parenthood. See, a badass! As luck would have it, she sat down with Matt on International Women's Day to talk about her latest comedy album, "Halfway Closer To Death" f
Mar 9, 2017 • 1:05:11
Seaton Smith takes on the world - #111
Matt and Bram talk about something Colossal that happened this week with comedy festivals and then take on recent news of comedians behaving badly. Then comedian Seaton Smith joins us to discuss, well everything, getting passed at the Comedy Cellar, how to start a cult, politics, our President, his time on "Mulaney," and his comedy heroes. We get into it! Download, rate, and tell your friends.
Mar 2, 2017 • 1:12:00
Michael Palascak's one thing - #110
Matt and Bram breakdown the news of Louis C.K. and Netflix and the super wild notion that Joe Piscopo might run for public office in New Jersey. We then welcome comedian Michael Palascak onto the podcast. Mark first met Michael at Gilda's Laughfest last March and he's releasing his new comedy album, "That One Thing" which premiered exclusively on Audible and is now available to the rest of the world.
Feb 23, 2017 • 1:26:11
Ryan Beck chooses his own adventure - #109
Matt is once again joined by Metal Insider's Bram Teitelman to take the slow and sensual route to this week's podcast but those plans are scrapped pretty damn quickly. We're covering the big stories of the week including the Grammys (and maybe too much Beyonce), Rolling Stone's top 50 comedians, Wayne's World hitting a 25 year anniversary, and the enduring legacy of Beavis And Butt-head. We then welcome comedian Ryan Beck onto the show to talk about his career in comedy and keeping the eye on th
Feb 16, 2017 • 1:18:50
Harrison Greenbaum is magical! - #108
The Laugh Button's editor-in-chief Matt Kleinschmidt is once again joined by Metal Insider's editor-in-chief, Bram Teitelman. Joining us this week is also, Brittany Brave from The Laugh Button who is also a UCB student and publicist living in NYC. The three of us break down the week in news and there's a lot of it. From Conan's joke theft lawsuit, Saturday Night Live's breakout this weekend, and festival season kicking off. Comedian Harrison Greenbaum joins us for an interview about his career i
Feb 9, 2017 • 1:27:48
We are not mad at Joe List - #107
Matt welcomes Metal Insider's Editor In Chief Bram Teitelman on the show to co-host as they talk about how comedy got a bit political this week as we breakdown Jon Stewart making a return to late night, Neal Brennan dropping some politics, and how this is all shaking out. The comedian Joe List joins us for an interview about his life in comedy, particularly his last year on the road opening for Louis C.K., his album "Are You Mad At Me?" and his weekly podcast, "Tuesdays With Stories" that he co-
Feb 2, 2017 • 1:18:21
Stephen Lynch's old heart - #106
Matt and Mark start things off with a tangent about Super Mario Bros. leading to the very important discussion of who would portray our favorite video game heroes if a live action movie were to be made today. The after that debate is settled, comedian and musician Stephen Lynch swings by the TLB Towers to talk to us. Lynch is currently out on the road testing out some new tunes as part of The My Old Heart Tour. The night before the interview, The Laugh Button presented a show of his in front of
Jan 26, 2017 • 1:05:01
Cristela Alonzo is Lower Classy - #105
Matt and Mark talk about the "big dog" comedians on the heels of a very large announcement about Jerry Seinfeld. Then, they weigh in on the odds of an Eddie Murphy return to stand-up comedy. Comedian Cristela Alonzo then joins us to talk about her time on her sitcom, Cars 3, and her new Netflix special, "Lower Classy." The conversation might also decay into total fandom.
Jan 19, 2017 • 1:04:22
Carrie Keagan swears that everybody curses - #104
Mark and Matt breakdown the trailer for "I'm Dying Up Here." Showtime's new series centered around stand-up comedy in 1970s Los Angeles after that we talk about the abundance of stand-up comedy coming to streaming platforms. Our guest Carrie Keagan then joins us to talk about her new book, "Everybody Curses, I Swear." A book about her time hanging out with Hollywood types as she's interviewed them over the years.
Jan 12, 2017 • 1:20:12
Sarah Colonna brings out the rally monkey - #103
Happy New Year to you all! Mark and Matt return after a few weeks off for the first podcast of 2017. Yay! We made it? After a recap of their lives they talk about what's in store for the new year. Then they welcome comedian Sarah Colonna to the podcast. During a recent visit to NYC, Sarah Colonna stopped by to catch up with us. Colonna is an accomplished comedian with a stand-up comedy special, "I Can't Feel My Legs," she was a writer for "Chelsea Lately" and has written two books - "Life As I B
Jan 5, 2017 • 54:48
The 2016 Year In Review Comedy Roundtable - #102
2016 is ending. Many can't wait to see the year die, for its been a weird one for many in the pop culture and entertainment community. Mark and Matt once again welcome some of their comedy journalist friends to sit down and discuss the major comedy stories of the year. We're joined by Katla McGlynn (Vanity Fair, truTV, Splitsider), Sean L. McCarthy (The Comic's Comic, Decider) and Jesse David Fox (Vulture) at the Comedy Cellar in NYC to run down the biggest comedy stories of the year.
Dec 29, 2016 • 52:28
Christmas with Damien Lemon - #101
It's our Christmas episode and Mark and Matt talk about some of their favorite Christmas moments. Including pop culture and what they do for the holiday. Also welcome onto the podcast, we mark the return of "Comedy Knockout" host and comedian, Damien Lemon. The show just began its second season so he came back onto the podcast to talk shop.
Dec 22, 2016 • 56:23
Our 100th episode with Robert Kelly - #100
Well, we made it to our 100th episode folks. Mark and Matt take a quick look back at the 100 episodes they taped with Riotcast. Then, the perfect guest to help celebrate episode 100 is the one and only Robert Kelly. Robert is the co-founder of the Riotcast podcast network in which we reside on. We talk to Robert about how the podcast started and heap a bit of praise on each other then get into the business of comedy, particularly Robert's great career as a stand-up comedian and actor. He just ha
Dec 15, 2016 • 1:03:51
Witzelsucht with Red Fang! - #99
What makes a memorable comedy movie? Well if you ask Mark and Matt it needs Scott Backula and Sinbad returning to college to play football. After that debate is settled they welcome Aaron Beam from hard rock band Red Fang onto the podcast. Aaron is the bassist/vocalist in the band who recently put out a new record, "Only Ghosts." The band are also big fans of comedy. During a recent trip to NYC for some shows, Beam stopped by the studio to talk about the new album, his comedy idols, Croakies, an
Dec 8, 2016 • 1:09:08
Dan Schlissel from Stand Up! Records - #98
Thanksgiving is over and we have some announcements, we then reminisce about Patrice O'Neal on the 5th anniversary of his passing. Then Dan Schlissel, the founder of Stand Up! Records joins us on the podcast to talk about his career in the business and how he helped discover some of the finest names in comedy.
Dec 1, 2016 • 1:10:45
The Kurt Braunohler experience - #97
Mark and Matt welcome comedian Kurt Braunholer to the podcast. Kurt is about to release the double vinyl live album for Hot Tub, his long-running comedy show with co-host Kristen Schaal. We discuss his various projects, comedy, and just be delightfully weird with the man.
Nov 23, 2016 • 54:23
Kevin Pereira hacks our podcast - #96
Ben Stiller, the guy has an impressive body of work, Mark and Matt feel his best work was either in Dodgeball and Cable Guy. It's been a week since the election of Donald Trump, Mark and Matt try to figure out how a new President will effect comedy for the next four years. Our guest this week, Kevin Pereira is a TV host, popular podcaster, and fan of geek culture. He sits down with us to discuss the balance of all things nerdlife and how to hack it.
Nov 17, 2016 • 1:11:13
Shane Torres hits the road - #95
The Election is over and the world is still standing. Mark and Matt wonder how it will effect SNL. Then, they discuss the Naked Gun movies, and how watching them as an adult nets different jokes than watching as a child. We then welcome comedian Shane Torres onto the show to talk about how he's working to make it in stand-up comedy. Sometimes it's the grind that makes you great.
Nov 11, 2016 • 1:42:22
Kids In the Hall's Kevin McDonald live from The SONOS Store in NYC - #94
We're live from SONOS' flagship store in New York and we welcome Kevin McDonald. A founding member of The Kids In The Hall sketch comedy troupe. One of the most influential sketch comedy shows of all time. McDonald tells Matt and Mark how they came from Canada, shared fun behind-the-scenes stories, and discussed his new music-themed podcast prompting a music geek out of some of our favorite bands.
Nov 3, 2016 • 1:02:10
Baron Vaughn's nerdy ways - 93
Mark is back from his travels abroad and Matt fills him in on what he's missed in pop culture while he was out. Particularly the recent reboot of The Rocky Horror Picture Show that aired on FOX this past week. They then welcome comedian/actor Baron Vaughn to the podcast. Baron was recently cast as Tom Servo on the reboot of Mystery Science Theater 3000. Baron is a nerd and just recently started to describe himself as that. Thought the description is a recent revelation, you'll find that his root
Oct 27, 2016 • 1:02:39
Norman Lear, just another version of you - #92
Mark is in Japan this week so Bram Teitelman, the Editor In Chief of Metal Insider joins us to talk about comedy in politics. We also dive into the Spinal Tap lawsuit filed this week. Then, comedy legend Norman Lear joins us to talk about the American Masters PBS documentary, "Just Another Version of You" which premieres this week and covers the life and expansive career of the 94 year-old producer.
Oct 20, 2016 • 47:34
Almond Badoody with Ahmed Bharoocha - #91
Mark and Matt both had an encounter with Steven Merchant this past weekend at NY Comic Con. The only problem is, Mark remembers it much entirely different than Matt does. While they don't really come to a conclusion, they do recap the Superhero Fantasy Draft. Comedian Ahmed Bharoocha is about to release his debut comedy album for Comedy Central. This is in conjunction with his Half Hour set to also air this weekend as well. Ahmed offers a few alternate pronunciations of his name as we talk about
Oct 14, 2016 • 1:11:28
Derek Waters returns! More Drunk, More History - #90
Derek Waters returns to the podcast for another hang. We talk about what to expect in season 4 of his hit show, "Drunk History" which just premiered on Comedy Central. Waters talks about his diehard love for a good story, how the show has reconnected him with his childhood teacher, and who is still on his list to have on the show. Subscribe, rate, review, and tell a friend.
Oct 7, 2016 • 57:22
Andrew Santino is dying up here - #89
This week Andrew Santino joins the podcast to talk about his new show coming to Showtime called "I'm Dying Up Here" about the comedy scene in L.A. during the 70's. Mark and Matt talk about their upcoming New York Comic Con panel and all of the shows The Laugh Button are presenting throughout the rest of the year. Subscribe, rate, review, tell a friend.
Sep 30, 2016 • 1:08:51
Lisa Lampanelli returns! - #88
This week Lisa Lampanelli returns to the podcast to talk about her new play, "Stuffed." Lampanelli also earns the distinction of being the first returning guest to the podcast. In addition to Stuffed talk, Mark and Matt talk about comedy tours and there are a lot of them. Most notably, Robert Kelly's "True Story" tour which The Laugh Button is presenting. Subscribe, rate, review, tell a friend.
Sep 22, 2016 • 1:04:30
Comedy legacies and Daniel Sloss - #87
Mark and Matt geek out a bit about comedy, what makes some go down as legends and what makes some disappear into the annals of history. Comedian Daniel Sloss then joins us to talk about his rocketing career and how he approaches taking it to the United States. Rate, subscribe and tell your friends.
Sep 15, 2016 • 43:11
About them roasts, and Caleb Synan - #86
This week, the Roast of Rob Lowe happened, and well, Lowe isn't the appearance everyone is talking about. Mark and Matt discuss the history of the roasts and try to determine what makes them best. Our guest comedian this week is Caleb Synan. He sits down and breaks down comedy, the best kind of interviews.
Sep 8, 2016 • 1:04:05
Jeff Foxworthy and Larry The Cable Guy - #85
We discuss the legacy of Gene Wilder upon the news of his passing. When someone great passes, it makes you remember just how good they were, even if you haven’t thought about them for a while. Then we welcome two absolute comedy legends onto the show – Jeff Foxworthy and Larry The Cable Guy. Both of which just released a dual Netflix stand-up special, We’ve Been Thinking. We were able to get some time with both of them to talk about the special and their careers in comedy. Giddyup!Remember to te
Sep 2, 2016 • 55:20
It's Rush Hour with Justin Hires - #84
The Laugh Button is turning 10. Let's reflect. There a lot of stand-up comedy on the horizon between now and the end of the year. Comedian Justin Hires joins us on the podcast to talk about comedy and talk about starring in the TV adaptation of the hit movie franchise, Rush Hour.
Aug 26, 2016 • 56:38
Sean Patton and shenanigans - #83
Mark and Matt talk about the sudden cancellation of "The Nightly Show with Larry Wilmore," what it means for late night comedy, and what does it possibly mean for political comedy. Then, comedian Sean Patton joins us to have a really in-depth conversation about comedy. Sean is one of the wittiest and unique comedians working the game right now and we're psyched to have him on the show. Shenanigans!
Aug 19, 2016 • 1:27:36
Montreal time with K. Trevor Wilson - #82
We're presenting another show, so get some tickets. Mark and Matt talk about the news of the big SNL shakeups and all the tours happening this summer. Then, we kick things over to Canada's own K. Trevor Wilson. We caught up with Wilson at Just For Laughs in Montreal to talk comedy. Wilson was just about to start his run on Roast Battle and went very far in the competition. Rate, subscribe, review. Tell your friends.
Aug 12, 2016 • 39:44
David Mandel from VEEP. We return from Just For Laughs - #81
We just returned from Montreal for the Just For Laughs festival. They recap their time across the border which included the last of Trump v. Bernie, The Goddamn Comedy Jam, British comedians, new faces and Roast Battles. While there, we sat down with David Mandel, a comedy luminary and the current showrunner of HBO's "Veep" and former runner for shows like "Curb Your Enthusiasm," "Saturday Night Live," and "Seinfeld." Download, subscribe, and tell a friend.
Aug 5, 2016 • 48:40
Sherrod Small and Christian Finnegan discuss "Black And White" - #80
Mark and Matt talk about race. What do they know about it? Not much really, so they go to the experts, comedians Sherrod Small and Christian Finnegan. Both star in the new A&E series "Black And White" which talks about these issues in America with special guests and sketches on the topic. The premiered this week and airs Wednesday nights at 10:30 ET.
Jul 29, 2016 • 53:07
Sexpot Comedy and Colorado - #79
It's an all Colorado episode up in here as Mark and Matt make a big announcement about comedian T.J. Miller and The Laugh Button. We also welcome Andy Juett and Kayvan Khalatbari the duo that make up Sexpot Comedy, a Denver based comedy production and podcast outfit that helps put on killer comedy shows that have helped grow Denver into one of the most thriving comedy scenes in the Nation. We get into the roots of the scene and what it's about for a comedian like Andy, as well as Kayvan's other
Jul 22, 2016 • 1:07:06
Half year check-in and Hari Kondabolu - #78
The year is half over, where does the time go? A stoned Mark (MarkSaysHigh?) and Matt check in and make some picks for their favorite comedy specials of the year. What did they like? What are they looking forward to. Comedian Hari Kondabolu then talks to us about his new TruTV show and his upcoming album on the highly influential indie label, Kill Rock Stars. Subscribe, rate, and tell your friends.
Jul 15, 2016 • 1:23:05
A search party for Scot Armstrong - #77
It's festival season so Mark and Matt debate what comedians can fill what rooms and who'd they'd like to see on the road. Reader feedback prompts the conversation about the departure of Jessica Williams and her impact on The Daily Show. Writer Scot Armstrong has a new movie out Search Party starring TJ Miller and Thomas Middleditch. Armstrong joins us to discuss what it was like coming up in Improv world as he learned from the late, great, Del Close. He's written on some of the best modern comed
Jul 8, 2016 • 1:05:42
Live from Skankfest with Ari Shaffir, Monroe Martin, and Liza Treyger - #76
We're live for the first time ever from the first ever Skankfest at the Creek And The Cave from Long Island City, NY. Joining us for the podcast are comedians Ari Shaffir, Liza Treyger, and Monroe Martin. The podcast starts with Matt apologizing to Ari and then we get into some crowd participation with a game of Overrated/Underrated. It's fun for the entire family. Special thanks to Christine Evans, Rebecca Trent, and Luis J. Gomez for making it happen.
Jul 1, 2016 • 38:54
Paul Rodriguez hangs out - #75
Matt and Mark break down the streaming audio listening habits of today's comedy fan. The answers might surprise you. Also, festival talk, High Plains Comedy Festival talk to be exact. And then legendary comedian Paul Rodriguez invites Mark to his place to hang out in his back yard and talk about his career in comedy and he shares more than one great story about meeting Lucille Ball, Howie Mandel, the day John Lennon was shot, and Gary Shandling.
Jun 24, 2016 • 1:03:17
Riki Lindhome from Another Period - #74
On this episode of The Laugh Button podcast, Matt and Mark break down what it is about the revival of ideas in Hollywood. Are they necessary or is there just too much nostalgia happening. They also play a round of Overrated/Underrated before kicking off an interview with Riki Lindhome. Lindhome is one half of the folk/comedy duo Garfunkel and Oates. She's also one of the creators/stars of the Comedy Central show, "Another Period" which you can catch the season 2 premiere of this week.
Jun 17, 2016 • 1:02:56
Just for Laughs with Nick Brazao - #73
What's new about the show? That might be the new theme song, compliments of our pal Billy Yost from The Kickback. Mark and Matt dive into some fan feedback which was in abundance this week. They also play a killer game of Overrated/Underrated. Our guest interview this week is Nick Brazao, one of the talent producers for Just For Laughs, one of the best comedy festivals in North America. Don't forget to follow us on the socials @thelaughbutton. Rate, review us, and tell your friends.
Jun 10, 2016 • 48:20
Bebop and Rocksteady from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - #72
Alright, so it's not actually the talking mutant Warthog (Bebop) and Rhino (Rocksteady) from the new "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" movie, but the two actors that play them. Gary Anthony Williams and WWE’s Stephen “Sheamus” Farrelly are the two men who bring our favorite TMNT henchmen to life on the big screen. Matt and Mark get totally nostalgic for their childhoods as they talk about growing up as TMNT fans, the toys, and Matt's enduring search for the perfect 90s pair of pants.
Jun 3, 2016 • 44:57
Andree Vermeulen from Angie Tribeca - #71
Matt and Mark address the Ghostbusters backlash. Is it overzealous fanboys, sexism, a vocal minority, or should all of us mouthbreathers just relax and laugh at what will potentially be just a fun movie. Also, actress Andreee Vermeulen from the TBS comedy "Angie Tribeca" sits down with us to talk about what we can expect from season 2.
May 27, 2016 • 1:17:21
Reformed Whores beat around the bush - #70
Matt is back! Thanks for filling in Billy Yost. It's upfront season so Mark dropped in to see what's new. Then the comedy music duo known as Reformed Whores join us on the podcast to talk about how they met, recording funny songs in legendary studios and touring with Dwezel Zappa.
May 20, 2016 • 1:23:37
Michael Ian Black is a Noted Expert - #69
This week Michael Ian Black hangs with Mark to talk about his new stand-up comedy special, "Noted Expert" on Epix, And with Matt out on his "Honeymoon", Billy Yost of The Kickback fills in, just like he did for the Meteorologist in Cleveland last week.
May 13, 2016 • 1:01:14
Gary Gulman, It's About Time! - #68
This week Gary Gulman sits down with Mark and Matt to talk about his new stand-up comedy special, "It's About Time" which was just released on Netflix. In the news, Matt saw Captain America and Mark actually ran into Captain America.
May 6, 2016 • 1:17:23
Tiffany Haddish, kittens and "Keanu" - #67
This week Mark and Matt discuss losing legends and share some stories about the funny side of Prince. We then welcome comedian Tiffany Haddish who is currently having a moment as one of the breakout characters from "The Carmichael Show." That moment is about to last a bit longer with a role in the new Key & Peele movie, "Keanu." It's a jam packed episode.
Apr 29, 2016 • 1:09:55
Damien Lemon's comedy knockout - #66
Damien Lemon joins Matt and Mark on the podcast this week. Lemon is the host of a new comedy game show, "Comedy Knockout" premiering on truTV. Since Lemon is now a game show host, we all take a deep dive into the history of game shows.
Apr 22, 2016 • 1:08:45
Nick Turner overdrive - #65
Matt and Mark discuss Mark's recent trip to the West Coast for the MTV Movie Awards (or the MTVMAs as Matt put it). We then welcome comedian Nick Turner onto the podcast to hang out and talk about pop culture, comedy and favorite television. It's a total nerd out over pop culture.
Apr 15, 2016 • 1:42:33
Alfred Robles breaks even - #64
This week, your intrepid hosts really get deep into discussing Mike Tyson's Punchout. Why? Your guess is as good as ours but we know it's important. Then comedian Alfred Robles joins us to discuss the second season of "Fluffy Breaks Even," which premieres on FUSE this week. Robles is opener for Gabriel Iglesias and a total road dog with Fluffy as the they work to figure out how to have a blast on the road yet yet not do too much damage to themselves in the process.
Apr 8, 2016 • 48:24
Jim Florentine is your savior - #63
This week we remember Garry Shandling and the legacy he left for comedy. We also attend a special screening for a scene from the new season of Silicon Valley. Our guest this week is comedian Jim Florentine, who stops by the Riotcast studios to talk about his upcoming one man show, "I'm Your Savior." A show about the ups and downs of the relationships he's had over the years.
Apr 1, 2016 • 1:25:58
Cameron Esposito talks Marriage Material - #62
There is so much happening this week in the comedy world. Including a comedian with cancer catching a break by one of comedy's giants, Joe Pera talks us all to sleep, and Fuse eyes its future. The guest on the podcast this week, comedian Cameron Esposito has new stand-up special, "Marriage Material" set to premiere this week on Seeso. We catch up with her when she was at with her show to talk about the special, her days starting out in Chicago, her need to make a move to jump ahead in comedy, an
Mar 25, 2016 • 57:22
Bob Perlow, the Warmup Guy - #61
Matt and Mark stay up late for a podcast live from Austin to talk about the SXSW festival, then comedian Bob Perlow joins us to talk about his career as a warm up comedian which he just put down into his memoir. Perlow has plenty of stories from nearly 40 years of doing his thing.
Mar 18, 2016 • 1:13:00
Roy Wood Jr. from The Daily Show - #60
This week comedian Roy Wood Jr. catches up with Mark and Matt in his new home of NYC. Roy now lives in NYC because he's one of the newest (and current breakout) star of The Daily Show with Trevor Noah. We talk about sports, show's role in pop culture, the current state of politics which Roy knows a few things about from working on a show like The Daily Show.
Mar 11, 2016 • 1:18:53
We hang with the Whiskey Tango Foxtrot team and make The Laugh Button Live announcements - #59
This week we announce The Laugh Button Live! at SXSW 2016. It's going to be a rager! Get on down there, we also talk controversy when it comes to comedians and free speech. Also, Mark attends the press junket for Tina Fey's new film, "Whiskey Tango Foxtrot" and we speak with the movie's writer Robert Carlock and its directors, Glenn Ficarra and John Requa. The movie hits theaters on March 4th.
Mar 4, 2016 • 1:08:51
Dov Davidoff lowers expectations - #58
Comedian Dov Davidoff's had a long and storied comedy career. FUSE TV just aired his new stand-up special, "Lower Your Expectations." So in honor of the special, we welcome him onto the podcast to talk shop. Prepare to have your expectations exceeded. .
Feb 26, 2016 • 43:01
T.J. Miller from Silicon Valley, Deadpool, and your dreams! - #57
Matt returns to realize how much he was missed... turns out it wasn't a lot. Then, comedian T.J. Miller takes time out of his busy "Deadpool" promo schedule to hang with us and talk about his life, which is pretty good at the moment with Deadpool smashing Box Office records and Silicon Valley returning in just a few weeks.
Feb 19, 2016 • 1:06:13
Justin Theroux & Nicholas Stoller, writers of Zoolander 2 - #56
Mark has Bram from Metal Insider guest host for Matt, who is out sick. Which is unfortunate because Justin Theroux and Nicholas Stoller the writers of Zoolander 2 guest on the podcast to talk about the return of Derek Zoolander and Hansel in the long anticipated sequel to the cult classic.
Feb 11, 2016 • 31:24
Those Who Can't w/ Adam Cayton-Holland, Andrew Overdahl, and Maria Thayer - #55
Mark and Matt sit down with the cast of the new TruTV show, "Those Who Can't" a sitcom from the hilarious minds of The Grawlix, a comedy trio consisting of Andrew Orvedahl, Adam Cayton-Holland, and Ben Roy. Andrew, Adam, and their co-star Maria Thayer discuss the new and give us some behind-the-scenes details about the show. Fun times had by all! "Those Who Can't" premieres on TruTV on February 11th at 10:30pm ET.
Feb 5, 2016 • 59:36
Ian Edwards visits, and we love the 90s - #54
Mark and Matt, two Gen Xers reminisce about the 90s. Possibly one of the weirdest yet awesomest decades to grow up in. Whatever! We recap the Patrice O'Neal benefit show in NYC, talk about joke stealing then, comedian Ian Edwards joins us in the Riotcast studios.
Jan 29, 2016 • 1:07:31
The Goddamn Comedy Jam's host Josh Adam Meyers - #53
In the comedy news its all about the trailer this week. It's also all about contests and touring. The Goddamn Comedy Jam is a comedy/music show that's taking the nation by storm. In fact, it was just announced that it was going to Bonnaroo this year. Mark and Matt sat down with its creator and mastermind, comedian Josh Adam Meyers to discuss the show's origins and how it became to be.
Jan 22, 2016 • 1:34:22
David Cross makes good decisions - #52
In the news Mark and Matt discuss revivals of comedy shows as Matt tries his best to find out what happened to ALF. Then David Cross joins Mark and Matt this week to discuss the return/new season of his show, "Todd Margaret" to IFC. Cross has a long comedy history and has starred in a handful of cult comedy shows like "Mr. Show with Bob & David" and "Arrested Development."
Jan 15, 2016 • 1:08:17
Wayne Federman's 30 years of comedy - #51
Mark and Matt welcome the one and only Wayne Federman to the podcast this week. Federman recently released his new comedy album, "The Chronicles of Federman," which is his first comedy album in the course of 30 years. We break down what someone could do in that length of time which leads into a discussion about time gaps for comedy careers.
Jan 8, 2016 • 1:35:43
The 2015 Year In Review comedy roundtable Pt. 2 - #50
It's the final podcast of 2015 and we're ending with #50. We continue our look back at 2015 with the second part of our comedy roundtable discussing the biggest stories of the year with our comedy journalism friends Katla McGlynn (Splitsider, Vanity Fair), Jesse David Fox (Vulture) and Sean L. McCarthy (The Comic’s Comic). From Cosby to The Fat Jew, on part part 2 we discuss the biggest controversies of the year, the coming of age for podcasts, SNL 40, and we make some predictions for 2016.
Dec 31, 2015 • 44:24
The 2015 Year In Review comedy roundtable Pt. 1 - #49
The year is coming to an end, so we decided to take a look back at the biggest comedy stories of 2015. Mark and Matt invited their comedy journalism friends, Katla McGlynn (Splitsider, Vanity Fair), Jesse David Fox (Vulture) and Sean L. McCarthy (The Comic’s Comic) to have a roundtable discussion of the biggest comedy news stories in 2015. We covered so much comedy that it had to be broken up into two parts. In part #1 we discuss our favorite specials of the year, biggest hits, and biggest misse
Dec 24, 2015 • 55:16
Gilbert Gottfried - #48
This week on the podcast Mark and Matt welcome the one and only Gilbert Gottfried, to talk about his career in comedy, and its a lengthy one. In the comedy news Mark and Matt discuss Howard Stern's new deal and the top albums of the year.
Dec 18, 2015 • 1:32:48
Jermaine Fowler: Give 'Em Hell Kid - #47
This week on the podcast, Mark is grumpy. It also features comedian Jermaine Fowler, who is here to talk about his first stand-up comedy special, "Give 'Em Hell Kid" which is about to premiere on Showtime. The crew discuss comedy influences, TV, and movies. It's a can't miss episode... oh and Mark is grumpy.
Dec 11, 2015 • 1:39:11
Greg Proops is In The Ball Park - #46
Comedy legend Greg Proops joins us on The Laugh Button podcast to talk about his new comedy album, "In The Ballpark" which was just released. In the news we talk about radio feuds and old comedians getting old.
Dec 4, 2015 • 1:46:55
Don Jamieson terrorizing telemarketers - #45
In celebration of Thanksgiving you get The Laugh Button podcast a day early this week. You also get the return of our Editor-in-Chief Matt Kleinschmidt, who is back with Mark for the news of the week as we ambitiously try to figure out the city of Hartford and Neftlix. The guest this week is comedian and host of That Metal Show, Don Jamieson who just released his new comedy album, "Terrorizing Telemarketers vol. 6" with his TMS co-host Jim Florentine. It's an action packed show for your long hol
Nov 27, 2015 • 1:06:02
Sean Donnelly has a Manual Labor face - #44
This week comedian Sean Donnelly joins us to talk about his new album "Manual Labor Face," his origins as a New York Comedian and how he'd do it differently, and some Saved By The Bell trivia, all before letting us know what it was like to ride the bench of the basketball team his dad coached. Intern Will and Metal Insider's Bram Teitelman join Mark for the news as Matt is picking out a bow-tie for his wedding.
Nov 20, 2015 • 1:21:28
Hasan Minhaj from The Daily Show - #43
Hasan Minhaj, is a comedian and correspondent on The Daily Show. He's currently performing his one man show, "Homecoming King" in New York City. Hasan drops by the podcast to talk about performing this show. He also shares what its like participating on the political comedy process on The Daily Show.
Nov 13, 2015 • 1:12:43
Mark lives! - #42
Mark returns to The Laugh Button podcast this week after Matt was pretty sure he died somewhere in Europe. With Mark comes all the comedy news of the week, and there's a lot. So much in fact that Mark and Matt dive right into it in order to cover it all.
Nov 6, 2015 • 45:03
Moonbeam City creators teach us the tricks of the trade - #41
This week for the news Matt welcomes Bram Teitelman, Editor-in-Chief of our sister site, Metal Insider. Bram and Intern Will sit in on the news because Mark is not present... he might be on a mountain somewhere. We then interview Scott Gairdner and Tommy Blacha, the creative team behind the awesome Comedy Central animated series, "Moonbeam City," to talk about the show's creation and how it all came together. It's a jam packed episode!
Oct 30, 2015 • 1:19:12
The Nightly Show writers room - #40
This week we drop by The Nightly Show with Larry Wilmore and have a conversation with the show’s writers and panelists, Mike Yard, Holly Walker, and Ricky Velez. We talk comedy, politics, religion, and race. Also in the news Chris Rock is hosting the Oscars and Mark and Matt get to the bottom of the accusations that Amy Schumer stole jokes from Patrice O'Neal.
Oct 23, 2015 • 1:04:45
Kelly Carlin wrote a book about her dad - #39
We celebrate 90 years of Lenny Bruce, discuss the recent events at The Comedy Store, and the return of Tracy Morgan. Then Kelly Carlin, daughter of the one and only George Carlin visits us to talk about her new book, "A Carlin Home Companion" about growing up with a legendary father.
Oct 16, 2015 • 1:34:37
Impractical Jokers' own Sal Vulcano - #38
This week its all about the comedy at NY Comic Con and there is a lot. Including a panel from the cast of TruTV's "Impractical Jokers" Mark and Matt welcome one of those cast members, Sal Vulcano onto the podcast to talk about how the Jokers came to be and what they have in store for Comic Con and the future.
Oct 9, 2015 • 1:11:32
Derek Waters, creator of Drunk History - #37
Comedy news explodes all over the place as we attended the sneak peeks to "The Daily Show with Trevor Noah" and "Benders." If that wasn't enough Derek Waters, the creator and star of "Drunk History" joins us on the podcast to talk about the show and what its like to tell history while, ya know, drunk.
Oct 2, 2015 • 50:03
Andrew Schulz from IFC's Benders - #36
Big news this week and the Muppets are back! Also big news is we have comedian Andrew Schulz on the podcast to talk about his new IFC TV show Benders (premiering 10/1) and MTV's Guy Code. Schulz talks about his new show and about life as a comedian.
Sep 25, 2015 • 1:06:37
Seth Herzog and his sweet comedy skills - #35
Comedian Seth Herzog joins us to talk about his long running comedy show Sweet, the alternative comedy scene in the city, his career in comedy, and warming up for Fallon. In the news, all hell broke loose for Steve Rannazzisi, and what could this mean for him.
Sep 18, 2015 • 1:19:10
Dave Hill takes us back to school - #34
It's back to school week and Mark and Matt talk about important things like the movie that shares that name. Colbert returns to TV, Lucille Ball sees a revival, and Matt knows who would portray him in a biopic. Comedian Dave Hill joins us to discuss his career in comedy and his many, many, projects including his new album, writing the theme song for "Last Week Tonight with John Oliver," and the proper way to hip check joggers.
Sep 11, 2015 • 51:56
Josh Gondelman is here this week today - #33
Mark and Matt discuss their recent trip to see a test show of Late Show with Stephen Colbert before it premieres. Then, keeping with the late night theme, comedian Josh Gondelman joins us for an interview. Josh is a writer on "Last Week Tonight with John Oliver" who oversaw the show's deployment into being a web powerhouse. Shout out to our listeners who helped Matt find something he'd been looking for for a long time.
Sep 4, 2015 • 1:02:07
Nick Vatterott's life experiences - #32
This week Mark and Matt tackle the comedy news like Bill Burr's comments on Caitlyn Jenner, Forbes highest paid actors on TV list. We then welcome comedian Nick Vatterott onto the show to discuss the Brooklyn Comedy Festival and his experience on reality TV like "America's Got Talent."
Aug 28, 2015 • 1:20:35
The Kickback's Billy Yost is Sorry All Over The Place - #31
In the news we discuss Fat Jew's joke thievery, Chappelle's tour, and Documentary Now! Mark and Matt then welcome lead singer of The Kickback, Billy Yost onto the podcast. Billy is a big fan of comedy and has some killer Doug Stanhope stories and goes round for round with some pop culture trivia, as well as doppleganger discussion. The Kickback's debut album, "Sorry All Over The Place" is in stores September 18th, and listeners should check it out.
Aug 21, 2015 • 1:08:04
Todd Glass crashes our Alonzo Bodden interview - #30
We're at the Just For Laughs festival and while waiting to speak with Alonzo Bodden, Todd Glass decides to crash our interviews. In the comedy news, Mark and Matt talk about the I Am Chris Farley documentary, old episodes of The Tonight Show, and remembering Robin Williams on the one year anniversary of his death.
Aug 14, 2015 • 54:02
PUP joins us from Warped Tour - Monty Python, and Jon Stewart's goodbye - #29
Another dispatch from Warped Tour where the Canadian rock band PUP speak with us. They're big comedy fans and totally great people. Mark and Matt run down the news of the day including Amy Schumer on gun control, Monty Python, and the legacy of Jon Stewart.
Aug 7, 2015 • 51:29
Steve Byrne and Just For Laughs - #28
We're sharing stories from the Just For Laughs festival in Montreal. The biggest comedy festival in the world. Good times were had, from roasts judged, one man shows, and a bit of Goddamn comedy jamming. While there, we caught up with comedian Steve Byrne who was in town along with countless other comedians.
Jul 31, 2015 • 50:39
The life and times of Jamie Kaler - #27
Matt and Mark talk about comedy movies in the box office. Emmy awards, what new specials are happening. Our guest, Jamie Kaler joins from our recent trip to the West Coast. We discuss his career in comedy, from an extra on Friends to starring in a TV series. It's been a fun trip.
Jul 24, 2015 • 1:15:57
Paid or Pain with Lisa Ann and Jay Nog - #26
Iconic porn star Lisa Ann joins us with her comedy business partner Jay Nog. Lisa Ann and Jay discuss their NYC comedy show, "Paid or Pain" which is kicking off its next show on Friday, July 17th at 11:30pm. Lisa tells stories from her career, portraying Sarah Palin in XXX films, fantasy sports, and life after porn. In the news, Mark and Matt talk about safety in comedy clubs and who is ultimately responsible. Is it the clubs, the comics, the fans, or everyone?
Jul 17, 2015 • 1:24:19
Motion City Soundtrack join us from Warped Tour - #25
Mark and Matt welcome the Justin and Josh from band Motion City Soundtrack fresh off their performance at The Warped Tour. We talk about music, comedy, and what it's like being veterans of the tour. In the news, everyone has a new special, TV developments are all over the place, and there's even more to add to the Bill Cosby story.
Jul 10, 2015 • 1:14:39
Matt Iseman, host of American Ninja Warrior - #24
Mark and Matt welcome comedian and host of American Ninja Warrior Matt Iseman as we talk about the popularity of the show and what its like behind the scenes on the physically demanding reality TV show. In the news we talk Ghostbusters, some new documentaries, and UCB hitting a milestone.
Jul 3, 2015 • 1:13:01
Lisa Lampanelli heads back to the drawing board - #23
This week comedian Lisa Lampanelli joins us for a conversation about her career in comedy and new stand-up special, "Back To The Drawing Board." In the comedy news the President podcasts with Marc Maron and stand-up continues to rule the world.
Jun 26, 2015 • 1:06:09
It's on Side One... Dummy - #22
Mark and Matt are in Los Angeles for the kickoff of The 2015 Vans Warped Tour. TLB is the presenter of the tour’s comedy tent, which will be on the tour for the first time this year. In addition to taking in some great comedy shows, we speak with SideOneDummy records co-founder and comedian Joe Sib as well as Eli Ostberg, two of the men responsible for the comedy portion of the tour this year. We discuss parallels of music and comedy business, favorite records, and the business of the Warped Tou
Jun 19, 2015 • 1:28:27
John Leguizamo hangs with us at BookCon - #21
Our 21st episode! We're legally old enough to drink now. This week on the podcast Mark and Matt welcome the one and only John Leguizamo live on the scene at our stand-up show at BookCon 2015. John is set to release a graphic novel of his one man show Ghetto Klown this fall. In the news we talk Seinfeld, festivals, and favorite stand-up specials of the year (so far).
Jun 12, 2015 • 49:02
It's storytime with Tom Cotter - #20
Mark is free! After being sequestered for jury duty all week he returns for Matt to catch him up on all the comedy news. Then Tom Cotter speaks. The veteran comedian tells us about coming up in the Boston comedy scene to his time on America's Got Talent. He's done it all, and he has the tales to tell.
Jun 5, 2015 • 1:28:15
Dining with Jen Kirkman (and we feel fine) - #19
Mark and Matt have some big Laugh Button news this week as we're going on tour this summer. We then meet up with comedian Jen Kirkman to catch a bite to eat and talk about her new Netflix special.
May 29, 2015 • 1:16:08
Big Jay Oakerson and Ralph Sutton from The SDR Show - #18
Big Jay Oakerson and Ralph Sutton, co-hosts from The SDR Show just celebrated their one year of podcasting. They joined Mark and Matt to talk about their trip up until this point. As you'd imagine, it involves a lot of sex, drugs, and rock & roll.
May 22, 2015 • 1:12:19
Aparna Nancherla and the underground - #17
On this week's podcast Mark and Matt are all over the upfront news as networks decided the fates of future sitcoms this week. We also dove into the rest of the comedy news about live stand-up shows that may or may not have included a few Brian Regan impressions. After the news we welcome comedian/writer Aparna Nancherla to talk about the taping of her debut stand-up comedy album, what it's like to audition for TV shows, and then Mark Mark decides to one-up the rest of the gang and discuss films
May 15, 2015 • 1:11:52
Keith Alberstadt: Some of us can talk sports, some of us can't - #16
Mark and Matt talk about comedy holograms, yes those are a thing. The Simpsons will outlast us all and Just For Laughs announces its lineup this year. Comedian Keith Alberstadt joins us to talk about his love of sports, what its like being a comedy writer, and mascots.
May 8, 2015 • 1:09:27
Keith And The Girl, and Danny and Mark and Matt - #15
Mark and Matt welcome podcasting vets Keith And The Girl, the duo host one of the longest-running podcasts in existence. They just celebrated their 10 year anniversary of their podcast. We discuss comedy news and then dive into some of the KATG history.
May 1, 2015 • 1:19:19
Rob Cantrell, all about karate and fireworks - #14
Mark and Matt deliver thoughts about late night humor, Nate Bargatze, Nic Cage, Aziz on Netflix, and even a bit about Star Wars. We then host Rob Cantrell to discuss Karate and Fireworks with Mitch Hedberg, weed, and how much you would pay for your memories.
Apr 24, 2015 • 1:12:01
Myq Kaplan teaches us Linguistics lessons - #13
There's a lot of amateur raps on this episode as Mark and Matt discuss the comedy news including Amy Schumer hosting the VMAs, HBO's new season of comedy shows, and Letterman. They then welcome comedian Myq Kaplan onto the show to discuss his comedy career.
Apr 17, 2015 • 1:30:51
Danny Tamberelli tells us stories - #12
We welcome the one and only Danny Tamberelli who's best known as one of the title characters on "The Adventures of Pete And Pete." Since his time on the iconic show, Tamberelli's become an accomplished musician and currently spending time in the comedy troupe MANBOOBS.
Apr 10, 2015 • 1:10:28
As the world turns with Pete Lee - #11
Mark and Matt discuss the comedy news, including Trevor Noah becoming the new host of The Daily Show. They then welcome comedian Pete Lee to discuss his life as a road comic, his stint on a soap opera, and an encounter with social activists. Pete might be the nicest guy ever and finally returns something to Mark that he borrowed.
Apr 3, 2015 • 1:10:20
Iliza Shlesinger meets us in Austin - #10
Mark and Matt deliver all the comedy news of the week which includes a Super Troopers sequel, a new Patrice O'Neal documentary, and Broad F*ckin City. They then welcome Iliza Shlesinger onto the show to talk about life while down in Austin for SXSW.
Mar 27, 2015 • 1:03:23
Nate Bargatze (was almost not) live from SXSW - #9
Mark and Matt are live from Austin, TX for the annual South By Southwest (SXSW) to see some comedy. They welcome comedian Nate Bargatze onto the podcast to talk about his upcoming special, and what it took to get him to the festival.
Mar 20, 2015 • 52:58
Bad meat with Aaron Berg - #8
This week comedian Aaron Berg talks comedy news with Mark. The discussion ranges from bad meat, hair clubs, body builders named "Hot Chocolate," past addictions to wine, his new book, receiving oral pleasure 3 times on stage in Canada, and cutting edge comedy.
Mar 12, 2015 • 32:53
Seeing other people with Giulia Rozzi and Brooke Van Poppelen - #7
Mark and Matt are joined in the studio by Giulia Rozzi and Brook Van Poppelen, two comedians who wrote and star in the web series, "Seeing Other People." The gang discusses stand-up vs writing comedy, Hollywood re-treads, and lifehacks.
Mar 5, 2015 • 36:26
Mark Normand's still got it!
Matt is outnumbered when another Mark enters the equation. Mark Normand himself stopped by for a bit of comedy discussion. Normand is no stranger to podcasting, he co-hosts a weekly podcast, "Tuesdays With Stories" with comedian friend Joe List as the two tell stories about their adventures in comedy. Normand discusses opening for Amy Schumer and how a movie scene he was in ended up on the cutting room floor of the upcoming Judd Apatow film. Additionally, the gang ran down the comedy news which
Feb 26, 2015 • 41:04
Tom McCaffrey's Adventures in Comedy - #5
Comedian and filmmaker Tom McCaffrey joins Mark and Matt on the podcast to talk about the release of his new mockumentary, "Adventures In Comedy." The crew talks comedy, movies, and SNL 40. Follow: @TomMcCaffrey @TheLaughButton @IamKleinschmidt @Marksayshi
Feb 19, 2015 • 45:09
Nick DiPaolo: Another Senseless Killing - #4
Nick DiPaolo drops by the studio to talk to Mark and Matt about his new stand-up special, "Another Senseless Killing" and the comedy topics of the week. Somehow it included a lot of making fun of Matt.
Feb 12, 2015 • 28:42
Matt Braunger is a Big Dumb Animal - #3
Mark flies solo as Matt is on a different coast. Mark talks to comedian Matt Braunger about his new stand-up special, "Big Dumb Animal". As a sign off, Matt raps Eric B & Rakim's "Microphone Fiend" very terribly.
Feb 5, 2015 • 29:43
Brooks Wheelan: This is Cool, Right? - #2
Comedian Brooks Wheelan stops by the studios to talk to Mark and Matt about his new stand-up comedy album, "This is Cool, Right?" what's going on in the news, and about his tenure on "Saturday Night Live"
Jan 30, 2015 • 43:19
