It takes years for a Broadway musical to hit the stage, but on OFF BOOK: The Improvised Musical, you get a brand new original musical every week! Each episode, Jessica McKenna, Zach Reino and a special guest create a new musical on the spot. Accompanied by Scott Passarella, King of Pianists, Pianist of Kings.
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Sometimes you just want to grab some friends you've been dying to hang out with, pick up a new RPG system and play a few games of it. That's what The Game Garage is! Watch as we clear out the garage of games new and old to create characters and jump right into the game with some of the best performers in tabletop today. Spending more than one or two episodes on these games allows players and audiences alike to explore new systems and new stories in an exciting fast paced format. The Game Gar ...
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Ever wonder what really happened during history's most famous moments? Comedians Greg Gallant (Velma, Perfect Harmony) and Devin Field (Jimmy Kimmel Live, Comedy Central) "recount" their totally real, definitely-not-made-up roles in modern history's biggest events. From iconic moments to bizarre backstories, join them and a cast of fellow "eyewitnesses" as they rewrite modern history. If you love improv, comedy, and wild stories, this podcast is your new favorite "history" lesson.
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Join host Scott Aukerman ("Mr. Show" & "Between Two Ferns: The Movie") as he interviews celebrity guests like Jon Hamm, Bob Odenkirk, Tatiana Maslany, Allison Williams, and more. Plus, the show’s open-door policy brings an assortment of eccentric oddballs and characters who pop by at any moment to chat, compete in games, and engage in comic revelry. Now entering its 15th year, this podcast has led to multiple spin-off podcasts, a New York Times best-selling book, and a beloved television ser ...
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Masterpiece Theatre meets Mystery Science Theater 3000 in a podcast of highbrow readings and lowbrow commentary. Comedians Kelly Nugent and Lindsay Katai come together to read aloud classic and not-so-classic literature from the public domain and provide real-time commentary with the help of special guests. Subscribe now to experience the best and worst from the likes of Edgar Allen Poe, Virginia Woolf, Charlotte Perkins Gilman, Sherwood Anderson, Jack London, and many more... no one escapes ...
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Join Sesame Street and Disney Muppet Performer Matt Vogel (Kermit the Frog, Big Bird, The Count, and others) as he talks in-depth with people in the Muppet Universe - from Sesame Street and Disney Muppet Performers, to writers, wranglers, and more! Get tips and tricks-of-the-trade on how to improve your puppetry, too! All this, plus some special surprises on Below The Frame with Matt Vogel.
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Live from the year 1996, it’s the comedy talk show Totally Rad! Host Alyssa Sabo and sidekick Ben Cassil play character versions of themselves (Alyssa’s character is 16 and loves rollerblading and evangelism, Ben’s character is 37 and married), and welcome real comedian guests for interviews, jokes, and games. It’s a fun, silly talk show that will leave you feeling upbeat–as long as you don’t mention Alyssa’s sister, Jackie! [email protected] @totallyrad1996 @alyssa_sabo @bencassil
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Bonus Bang: Jason Mantzoukas, Manchester Orchestra, Andy Daly, Paul F. Tompkins, Jessica McKenna, Tim Baltz, Lily Sullivan, Shaun Diston, Jon Gabrus, Carl Tart, Dan Lippert, Ego Nwodim (The 12th Anniversary ...
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2:22:34In honor of CBB's upcoming 16th anniversary, we are re-releasing a few of our favorite anniversary specials. This week, it's "The 12th Anniversary Show!" originally episode #704 released May 2nd, 2021. Scott celebrates the 12th Anniversary of Comedy Bang! Bang! with co-host Jason Mantzoukas, music by Manchester Orchestra, fan favorites, plus newcom…
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342. The Pyramid of Needs (LIVE from Brooklyn)
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1:17:53The following was recorded LIVE at the Bellhouse in Brooklyn NY on December 7th 2024. The brilliant Eric Gersen (keys) and also brilliant Sarah Mullins (Drums) played such a fantastic show the night before we decided to let them play this one too, and ya know what? They killed it. Never has a bowling alley been filled with SUCH ROMANCE. Come for st…
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Wayne Brady, Lily Sullivan, Jacob Wysocki
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1:36:19Wayne Brady is in studio talking about going from theme park theater to Broadway musicals, and why he is loving making his new podcast - "What If?!" Then, Peloton instructor Krendall arrives to help her boys get crumped and crammed. Finally, Bugs Bunny drops by to organize a comedy sketch show to save his friends. Comedy Bang! Bang! - aim high, bur…
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Bonus Bang: Sean Clements, Hayes Davenport, Lauren Lapkus, Paul F. Tompkins, Shaun Diston, Zeke Nicholson, Ego Nwodim, Madeline Walter (The 9th Anniversary Show!)
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1:48:51In honor of CBB's upcoming 16th anniversary, we are re-releasing a few of our favorite anniversary specials. This week, it's "The 9th Anniversary Show," originally episode #543 released April 30th, 2018. It’s been 9 amazing years of Comedy Bang! Bang! Where does the time go? Scott celebrates with show favorites under the watchful eye of his corpora…
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Kelly Marie Tran, Mitra Jouhari, James Mannion
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1:21:45Kelly Marie Tran is back to discuss her work on the "Comedy Bang! Bang!" TV series, what she can bench, and her new movie "The Wedding Banquet." Then, Emily in the wellness space joins to share her mantras card deck. Plus, the mysterious Randall Handler drops in to reveal a few things. And remember: we at Comedy Bang! Bang! care. Get access to all …
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Bonus Bang: Paul F. Tompkins, Drew Tarver, Ryan Gaul (Wet Day Special 2022)
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1:30:56Happy Wet Day (actual)! This week, to honor the holiday, we are releasing the first ever Wet Day episode. Originally episode #752, released April 10th, 2022, and titled "Wet Day Special," Wet Day co-creator Paul F. Tompkins joins Scott to chat about baseball uniforms, Wet Day carols, and the Super Soldier serum. Then, grandfathers Spike and Ike Min…
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341. One Great Day on Mount Olympus (LIVE from Brooklyn)
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1:17:01The following was recorded LIVE at the Bellhouse in Brooklyn NY on December 6th 2024. It features the combined majesty and genius of Eric Gersen (keys) and Sarah Mullins (Drums). For legal reasons we've been told we can't call this one Hadestown, despite the fact that both Hades and a Town are involved. Also at one point the keyboard instrument pat…
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Paul F. Tompkins, Drew Tarver, Ryan Gaul
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1:38:12Wet Day co-creator Paul F. Tompkins joins Scott for the 4th annual Wet Day celebration! They canonize the newest Wet Day carols, discuss the best Wet Day celebrities, and announce a new Wet Day Eve. Then, Ike and Spike Minksalmon arrive to tell us about their new line of dolls. Finally, dental receptionist Carolyn Parker works from the studio to he…
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Bonus Bang: Live from SXSW 2025 - Lauren Lapkus, Lisa Gilroy, James Adomian
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1:19:38For this week's Bonus Bang, we are releasing a live episode from behind the paywall at CBB World. Live from South By Southwest on March 8th, 2025 - Scott welcomes to the stage Pamela from Big Bear, Nana, and the richest man in the world - Elon Musk! Special thanks to Esther's Follies! Unlock the entire archive of Comedy Bang Bang live shows at cbbw…
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Jon Hamm, Seth Morris, Shaun Diston
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1:23:54Member of the "12th Timer Club," Jon Hamm, is back in the studio to talk about his new series "Your Friends & Neighbors" on Apple TV. Then, a lumpier Bob Ducca drops by to talk about his involvement in the men's vitality movement. Plus, Mike Ruby - The No Stank Plumber - sighs while sharing the sad fates of his plumbing friends. Get access to all t…
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Bonus Bang: Tim Baltz, Dan Lippert, Mary Sohn, Lily Sullivan, Brett Morris (Nutz 4 Snutz)
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1:38:55This is episode 6 in our "Nutz 4 Snutz" series. To wrap the series up, we are releasing an episode of Hey Randy! from behind the Comedy Bang! Bang! World paywall. Originally episode 4, released May 24th, 2022, this episode is title "Cat Puke Taquitos." Back at Mark Padavano’s (Brett Morris) house to record the show, Randy (Tim Baltz) and his hometo…
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340. Spark of Salvador Dali (LIVE from Philly)
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1:22:29The following was recorded LIVE at the Theater of the Living Arts in Philadelphia on December 5th 2024. It features the massive talents of Eric Gersen on the keys and Sam Pasternack on drums. I know we frequently say "this one gets wild" but would be believe, this one in fact does get wild? Come for the historical accuracy, stay for the pocket dime…
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Hannah Einbinder, Carl Tart, Talia Tabin
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1:14:25Hannah Einbinder is back this week to discuss name pronunciation, her love of Eagles football, and "Hacks" returning for its fourth season. Then, Deion Sanders (shoutout to Shaboozey) returns to clap his hands, stomp his feet, and talk about "Step by Step." Finally, psychic Abby Spot joins to talk about her past experience as a dog. #DeionOnHacks G…
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Bonus Bang: Vera Drew, Tim Baltz, Casey Feigh (Nutz 4 Snutz)
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1:24:30This is episode 5 in our "Nutz 4 Snutz" series, originally ep #820, released on July 9th, 2023, and titled "Limo Karaoke." Writer/director Vera Drew joins Scott to talk about her new film The People’s Joker, being an editor on the Comedy Bang! Bang! TV show, and Scott’s role as Mr. Freeze in her film. Then, Randy Snutz returns to talk about his new…
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Asif Ali, Lily Sullivan, Dan Lippert
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1:26:08This week, Scott welcomes long-time listener and first-time guest Asif Ali to chat about his new show “Deli Boys,” and what it’s like to be first on the call sheet. Then, Miss Lacy drops by to administer wellness checks and gives updates on everyone's “outies.” Finally, government employee Russ Saguaro stops by to talk about his work for the water …
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Bonus Bang: Tim Baltz, Shaun Diston, Lily Sullivan (Nutz 4 Snutz)
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1:24:55This is episode 4 in our "Nutz 4 Snutz" series, originally released on January 31st, 2021 as episode #691, titled "#NoStank." Friend of the show Randy Snutz returns to talk to Scott about his recent break from his scandalous girlfriend Carissa and his new job making trick click ads on various sports websites. Then, the No Stank plumber Mike Ruby st…
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The following was recorded LIVE at The Howard in Washington DC on December 4th 2024. It features the return of the key change king Eric Gersen on keys, and the incredible Shareef Taher on drums. This one is about clubs (the school kind), bugs (the metaphorical kind), and blatant product placement (you know who you are, hit us up). You're gonna love…
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Paul F. Tompkins joins Scott this week to discuss his upcoming "Varietourpia" comedy tour, the best The Who song, and what time is the middle of the night. Then, inker Guy Foreman stops by for a pleasurable conversation about his work in comic books, and comic book mogul extraordinaire Ben Jammin visits to share about his movie cameos. Go to paulft…
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Bonus Bang: Adam DeVine, Edi Patterson, Tim Baltz (Nutz 4 Snutz)
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1:17:41This is episode 3 in our "Nutz 4 Snutz" series, originally episode #614 airing August 11th, 2019, titled "Bean Dip & Randy Snutz Return: That's What I Said." Adam DeVine, Tim Baltz, and Edi Patterson of HBO’s The Righteous Gemstones join Scott to talk about everything about their new HBO original program. Then, Bean Dip returns to talk about her ne…
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Ione Skye, Alex Fernie, Rekha Shankar
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1:19:34This week, actor Ione Skye joins Scott to discuss her new memoir, "Say Everything," growing up with a famous father, almost hooking up with Keanu Reeves, and being cast in "Say Anything." Then anti-aging pioneer Travis Skin talks about avoiding water, and Doctor Scrumptious describes the world of competitive eating. Get access to all the podcasts y…
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Bonus Bang: Andy Daly, Tim Baltz (Nutz 4 Snutz)
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1:12:12This is episode 2 in our "Nutz 4 Snutz" series, originally episode #576 called "What The Sound Made," released on December 2nd, 2018. Health teacher Joe Bongo is back again with his trusty bongos! Joe joins Scott to talk about being involved in the most expensive car accident, how he incorporates his bongos during his Sex Ed classes, and his podcas…
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338. Mistake on a Plate (Live from Denver)
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1:20:23The following was recorded LIVE on November 25th 2024 at the Gothic Theater in Englewood CO, which we know ISN'T Denver, but also isn't NOT Denver. It features our beloved Scott Passarella on keys and the incredible Steve Wright on drums. This one is kinda wild so we're not even gonna attempt to summarize what went down. IFKYK, and once you listen …
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Ike Barinholtz, Drew Tarver, Erin Keif
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1:27:54Ike Barinholtz joins Scott this week to discuss his new series "Running Point" on Netflix, basketball bounciness, and tipping your showrunners. Then, Dr. Henry Heimlich returns to pitch his TV show ideas, and Bostonian Louie Pantano drops by to reconnect with old friends and find work in the entertainment industry. Get access to all the podcasts yo…
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Bonus Bang: Adam Scott, Tim Baltz, Dan Adhoot (Nutz 4 Snutz)
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1:28:19This is episode 1 in our "Nutz 4 Snutz" series, originally episode #403 called "This Ain't Now, This Is Then," released on February 22nd, 2016. Our old friend Adam Scott of Farts and Procreation and U Talkin’ U2 To Me? reunites with Scott on this week’s Comedy Bang! Bang! Adam Scott Aukerman catch up and talk about actors being truth tellers, beard…
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John Hodgman, Connor Ratliff, Griffin Newman, Patty Guggenheim
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1:13:23This week, John Hodgman joins Scott to discuss being the "Radar" O'Reilly of the PC world, boldly asking for drugs, and owning a boat. Then, James Cameron and Jake Sully visit to promote "Avatar: Fire and Ash" as well as wet movies in general, and entrepreneur Kitty Sea-Joy Sage drops by to share some products. Get access to all the podcasts you lo…
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