Reviews
Rate ShowMike Birbiglia is wonderful!
As a comedy nerd, I love listening to Mike go back and forth with these other brilliant comics. Not only is he a comedy veteran with a developed and unique comedic lens. It seems like he is a veteran of navigating these interactions with others. He manages to keep to a consistent format, and it’s a format that seems to work universally well. But you can tell he works hard to never compromise the flow of the conversation or the (sometimes vulnerable/intimate) stories being shared. I look forward to each episode, just as I look forward to all of Mike’s content - comedy, movies, acting, etc. I’ve also heard from other comics that he’s genuinely a really nice guy, which warms my heart and makes me feel good about being such a big fan of his!
- moni.aggarwal.86
- Sept. 21, 2021
Love the podcast
I find the work funny and often thoughtful and deep. Thank you for what you’re doing! I’m drinking Sundrift now 😊
- JennyB from Asheville
- Sept. 16, 2021
casual interview style
i really like how Mike brings out the relaxed version of his guests. i think it brings out gems we don’t see other places. get Lorde on this podcast!!
- peanutbutterandmandi
- Sept. 13, 2021
Love this podcast so much
Really love this podcast. Amazing to hear Mike talking w other comedians and creators - peers absolutely yes “working it out”. Something amazing abt the inside respect, process, and real interchange. Highly recommend.
- Grainyms
- Sept. 12, 2021
IT WAS BUILT IT!
I want so badly to slow down the Pete Holmes’ bit “It was built it” during the paperback episode of this podcast to hear Pete screaming like a baboon and Mike politely laughing (sounding nothing like a baboon) and going “Haa… haa… haa.” The monotone laugh would become slower and slower and more forced as the screams of “AND YOU CAAAAME” crescendoed like a wild, drawn-out, Sting-esque orgasm!
- EscapeThruSleep
- Sept. 9, 2021
Chloro cologne for men
Chlorine is like the pale guy who combs his hair over like he still has hair. Who orders 2 pounds of head cheese sliced extra thick at the deli. Who goes to buffets just for the bone marrow. His cologne would be chlorine.
Thanks for the laughs and great interviews!
- abnerthepig
- Sept. 9, 2021
A favorite!
I was already a fan of Mike Birbiglia, and I’m just happy that this pandemic brought us this podcast if nothing else! I think this podcast has a unique voice because there is a depth, reverence, insight, and I might say tenderness that Birbiglia brings that is just not there in many comedy-related podcasts.I find myself thinking about/referencing many of the interviews long after listening.
- caluaeb
- Sept. 7, 2021
Read fan jokes and work it out
I was thinking you could add a segment where you read jokes sent in by open mic and amateur comedian or people at home who have a funny joke, premise or observation. I just started to comedy in LA, a little later then most at age 34 and I thought my friends were going to be hard on me but a few have admitted to me that they have always wanted to do stand up. So when I write a joke that I think they would like I will send it to them and we “work it out” via text. Just a thought love the show It’s one of the few podcast that make me feel seen if that makes sense.
- lucasFeliceAlvare
- Sept. 6, 2021
Comedic Brilliance
If writing is the doing of thinking, Mike and his guests show the complete lifecycle of a joke from infancy to “working it out” on stage.
My favorite part of the show is not the sneak preview of what’s to come on a stage near you, but what goes into making something truly spectacular in the process.
- Ken Hoops
- Sept. 4, 2021
I hope he keeps this up
Birbigs is one of my favorite comedians. His stand-up and his shows are brilliantly funny and connect with audiences on so many levels. From the start of this podcast I’ve appreciated getting an inside look at the process and joy that comedians and artists at the top of their game use to bring joy to the rest of us. The show is both an intimate conversation between friends and a serious dive into the craft. I’ve never failed to be captivated by a show and some of the guests that I didn’t know we’ll have turned out to be my favorites. Thanks Mike for sharing this with us, I hope that you can keep this going even as you venture back into the world of comedy on the road.
- GDinVT
- Sept. 3, 2021
The New One of my favorite podcasts ✨
I took an interest in Mike Birbiglia because he looks a lot like my dad. Funny enough, he has an amazing stand up special about reluctant fatherhood that I was able to share with my own old man and even gifted the book to him on Father’s Day so we could read it together.
Since watching The New One over and over, along with all of Mike’s other specials and movies I was able to find, I’ve become quite the fan of his comedy. Naturally I fell in love with this podcast, I’ve had some great laughs and have listened to hours upon hours of the back episodes. It’s relaxing, enlightening and I appreciate the way Mike always finds a route to relating with his guests. He has amazing taste in people he brings on the show— I definitely loved the Gary Gulman episode.
I’d give 10 stars if I could! Mike, if you’re reading this, thank you for all the joy you’ve brought to my life. I’m a huge admirer and fan of yours and look forward each week to hearing more from you!
- 8houses
- Sept. 1, 2021
Birbigs Always Brings It
Love this podcast. It's heartwarming and real, but most of all, Mike Birbiglia really hits my funny bone.
- Sara Spock
- Aug. 25, 2021
Love it
I listen to everything Birbiglia says and find myself hanging on his every last word. Unfortunately I only just learned about advertising. My helix mattress is on my way to my apartment that I can no longer afford due to how many Bombas socks and Spindrifts I’ve been drinking ($2.75 a can at the local organic, free choice, ‘support the arts’ coffee shop).
- JoshuaFrith2.0
- Aug. 24, 2021
Lovelovelove this podcast!!!
This is one of my favorite podcasts. It’s insightful, laugh-out-loud funny, tender, and profound. Each episode lifts my mood and improves my day. I savor them and wish there were more!!
- earbuddyboy
- Aug. 23, 2021
Thoughtful and funny
Always enjoy Mike Birbiglia’s comedy, and this podcast is no exception. He’s a good interviewer, has a tender side that peeks out often, and his guests are varied and interesting. 11/10 recommend.
- cherie2e
- Aug. 17, 2021
Intelligent and funny
Always a big fan of Mike- saw him live in Madison a few years ago and have tickets to an upcoming show this fall. Podcast is thought-provoking and funny. I have a new found respect for how much thought and work comedians put in to perfect their craft. Listening to them talk about the process of writing comedy is fascinating and the back and forth between Mike and guests is always entertaining.
- badgers93
- Aug. 16, 2021
Heya Mikey box a’ Pizza
I know this isn’t my job, but maybe with your daughter’s doctor lists ~ you could connect something about free associating and how we go through years of psycho analysis to be as free thinking and matter of fact as our kids~ meh idk, i like your stuff
- ellajane81
- Aug. 14, 2021
- ancica989
- Aug. 10, 2021
- FranceJA
- Aug. 3, 2021
RELIABLE
This show always delivers. Mike's interview style and the guests he has on are dedicated to "working it out", in real time just for us and it is fascinating and hilarious.
- Sully.NewYork
- Aug. 2, 2021
Scintillating
If you’re smart and care about comedy, or just like to laugh, this is where you should be. This is a guy who studies comedy and it’s history, who is endlessly curious about what makes people laugh, and who has no ego despite being an expert humorist and storyteller. Every second makes you feel better, even when it hits hard. Savor this.
- booklover3279
- Aug. 1, 2021
10/10
When I say I listen to each episode at least twice, I’m not exaggerating. I laugh, occasionally cry, and I mentally bookmark the words of wisdom. I’m a 22yo college student who needs all the help she can get, so thanks, Mike!
- marketingdevel
- July 31, 2021
Gentle hilarity
Even tho I work in a different art form, the discussion of process on this pod satiates my craving to create. There is a gentle hilarity to birbigs that allows his guests to open up!
- Zboyer
- July 28, 2021
Love you as a comedian but might love you more as a podcaster!
Throughly enjoy your conversations, your easy report with your guests, and the I overall feel of your show … it’s great and I’m telling all my friends to listen!! Keep up the great work ☺️
- lstebbins
- July 28, 2021