Reviews

I have listened to all the episodes, with the exception of the repeats and would definitely recommend them. The podcast was a respite and bright spot amongst all the bad and scary news during the height of the pandemic. I still look forward to them and also enjoyed watching “The New One“ on Netflix. I don’t know whether Mike Birbiglia or anyone associated with the show actually reads these reviews, but if so, I am hoping that you might let the audience know if eventually The Old Man and the Pool will also be filmed and available to view on TV since I cannot get there in person.

I’ve listened to most episodes and loved them all. Especially enjoyed Hannah Gadsby and Tig Notaro

I’ve listened to all 100 episodes, and now I’m telling my enemies. Richard and Katie, listen up!

I’ve been a fan of Birbiglia for years, so I was happy to check out the podcast to hear more from him. I’ve gotten so much more out of the series. As a writer, the episodes feel so much like my craft talk classes in college and its nice to relive that, to step back into that headspace. Some of the guests have said some amazing things that have stayed with me since hearing them over these past few years - I think Hasan Minhaj and Drew Barrymore were my favorite episodes. If you’re a creative of any field, check this out as it may inspire you or guide you as it has done for me.

I typically detest podcasts that are based in rambling conversations, but Mike always keeps the show interesting and on point. I love hearing about the craft of storytelling and joke writing from different artists. Mike has even inspired me to start a notebook of observations. While I have no plans to become a comedian or tell jokes for an audience, I am sure my husband appreciates the new level of thought and detail I have put into my daily stories.

Easy listening open source comedy

I listened to this initially as a fan, but now I find it to be a very great tool as a budding writer. I love the Craig Mazin episode!

Every episode is outstanding, so you can’t go wrong listening to this podcast. Some of my favorite guests are David Sedaris, Taylor Tomlinson, Atsuko Okatsuka, Nathan Lane, Gary Gulman, and of course Joey Bag-o-Donuts.

Gary Gulman and Tig Notaro are tied for my favorite interviews. If you love the process of comedy you’ll love this show. Thanks, Mike.

This is one of my favorite podcasts—Mike Birbiglia is one of my favorite comedians. His work is thoughtful, clever, personal and heartfelt yet I’m laughing the whole time. As an Indianapolis native, I love getting a heads up on when he is coming to town. The best episodes of this podcast are ones where Mike and his guest really dig into the creative process of their comedy and workshop their jokes. Ira Glass, John Mulaney, Iliza Shlesinger jump out for that. Recent episodes of Bert Kreischer and Ray Romano stand out for that as well—but don’t be fooled by the title, sometimes they just don’t really work out anything and it turns into a more typical podcast interview with a comedian. Those are my least favorite episodes. My favorite question he asks is “what are you working on right now?” I think some guests don’t always want to answer that though. Still 5 out of 5!

…of Mike and his friends talking, catching up, and hashing out some jokes. Too much fun! Mulaney, Kroll… the list goes on and on for favorite episodes.

But I loved it even more when Mike was only sponsored by cereal and soda

I adore this podcast. Mike is funny and kind. I feel like I’m just hanging out listening to good friends crack me up. I’ve also discovered some other amazing comedians who I now follow. Thank you!!

I'm listening to the Vir Das episode for the first time. I'm broadened to learn a bit about the entertainment industry in India. My favorite moment so far was when Mike outlined his understanding of Vir's career progression. Vir responded, "That is a very flattering way to put it. Let me tell you the truth." What a great reminder that how things look on the outside may be so different to how they feel on the inside. Great episode: Thank you both!

Mike is a fantastic interviewer. The podcast never fails to brighten my mood. Always hilarious, interesting, and informative. Often touching. I am a huge fan of story telling and stand-up. This podcast feels like it was made for me. A huge comfort during the depths of Covid and a highlight of my week now. Thank you! And, Mike, please bring your next show to Portland, Maine.

Even if you are not involved in comedy professionally, this is one of the best (and most entertaining) podcasts around. When I discovered it I was thrilled to have a big backlog of episodes to listen to! Now that I am caught up, I go back to my favorites again and again - Ira Glass, Larry Wilmore, Pete Holmes, Nick Kroll, Ryan Hamilton, Zarna Garg - there are so many great ones! Hey, since we are working it out, where can we send you tags if we come up with them? Thanks Mike - love your work.

Laughter is the best medicine. Thank You for providing a weekly dose. Been a fan for a while, keep up the Groovy work sir. ✌🏻🌈✌🏻

Iliza Shlesinger episode is great! Really, all of them are great. Way to go, Birbigs

Loved mikes comedy for years so happy to have a show drop weekly!

This podcast has it all, lessons learned in life from funny, smart and humble people (including Mike), comedy insights, creativity tips and it makes me lol for real. Thank you, Mike for this podcast, I always learn something that makes life better. Cheers!

I laugh out loud listening to this podcast at my boring desk job. Awesome guests, funny tangents, love the story sharing, and so much creativity

Thanks for nothing autocorrect and happy birthday tug nation. This podcast brightens my day and makes me snort in public. Nick Kroll ep is a gem among gems.

This podcast is excellent for rabbits, as well as unsavory types like Nick Kroll. 5 stars.

Mike! My man! I love you soo much. I love you so much that I was willing to risk my 18yo daughter’s disdain, and introduce her to your work. She listened to your podcast. She watched “The New One”. She was so complimentary. She said, and I quote, “he is among the top five men that I would feel safe with”…she’s very intuitive. But my real man crush is Jack Antonoff. Imagine how excited I was when I found out that you were friends. I would imagine you two at lunch each week saying witty and insightful things that were only shared with each other , and the playing ultimate frisbee in Central Park. This would bring me such joy. BUT, I must now defend my man Jack. He wrote you such a beautiful theme song. I find myself humming it sometimes at random, whether or not there are new Working It Outs to listen to. Here’s the thing though, are you still working it out with your guests? When Jimmie Kimmel gave you grief about not “working it out”, I wanted to leap up and defend you. I could have given him so many examples where he was wrong. But now, I am beginning to think that he was clairvoyant. Less and less “working it out”seems to happen on your show. And ok, that’s fine, I guess. The show’s still great, and you’re still great. But, poor Jack. You’ve turned his beautiful gift into a lie.