Reviews
Rate ShowThoughtful 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
Like being a fly on the wall of a comedy club
I love comedy, Mike Birbiglia, and overhearing back-of-the-club conversations between comics—this pod has all of that.
Huge fan!
- Itmeansjoy
- July 28, 2021
For any comedy fan
This podcast is intriguing, funny, serious, entertaining, and thought-provoking … insights into the making of jokes, through a warm conversation between well-known friends. Highly recommend!
- JJinTheNeighborhood
- July 26, 2021
- Pamela/visualartist & writer
- July 21, 2021
One of my “must-listens”
I enjoy every episode of this podcast. Last week’s episode with Malcolm Gladwell was everything. ❤️. I listened while on my run (NOT JOG) and it was perfect. Thank you!
- shearwoman
- July 18, 2021
Thanks Mikey MIKE!
So glad I can listen and listen to you, your thoughts, your comedy and now you hangin' with friends. I fully infected my adult daugther with you...now we share you too.
- Hopeful Modern Art and Design
- July 15, 2021
Like Hanging Out with a best friend
Easily the best part of my day and gratefully the best part of my community. Mike asks interesting questions prompting in depth conversation
- PegHere
- July 13, 2021
- rach mey
- July 13, 2021
Great listen
One of the best pods for creatives! Really makes me think about how I can be a better storyteller.
- erinrolfes
- July 12, 2021
Entertaining and insightful
Mike is a gracious host to a wider variety of folks than I might have thought. (I promise, Mike, that wasn’t a slight!) Even the way he does his sponsors’ ads is entertaining-his is the only podcast where I don’t skip them. Love this podcast!
- kap'n
- July 12, 2021
Great take on the comedy-interview
Just found this podcast a few weeks ago and started with the excellent Bill Hader interview and am working through the library. As a wannabe writer who is a huge fan of comedy, I love hearing about the process and approach Mike and the folks he interviews take as they “work it out.” It’s a refreshingly different take on the comedy-interview podcast genre.
- Juji-Juju
- July 6, 2021
Love this podcast- love Mike’s collaborative spirit and honesty- look forward to every episode
Almost sorry I am all caught up!!
- Carrie in California
- July 3, 2021
Always good for a laugh and something interesting
I love Mike Birbiglia’s podcast. It’s light hearted, interesting and funny. David Sedaris and Bill Hader are two of my favorite episodes.
- Gkorvai
- June 30, 2021
Opening the door
Hi Mike, long time fan and listener, so obviously my review will be biased but I figure why not stroke your ego for a few minutes. I’m a naturally stubborn person, but regardless of this positive trait I will studiously listen to every episode regardless of the guest. I figure, if Mike likes this person, then they’re basically family and I’ll listen to them. With that being said, you’ve opened my eyes to many comedians I didn’t know existed or previously had negative leanings towards. This is my opinion is the best thing that could happen to myself. We all need to hear the thoughts and opinions of others, even if we think they’re not worth the time (not saying anyone you interviewed falls into that category but clearly I’m going that way) and it’s been a great refresher. Not only have I started listening to more comedians than I have ever done before, I’m now more open to others perspectives which many would consider a sign of growth. Anyways, to make things short, pizza is great and I love your podcast. The world needs more Mike’s and your a perfect example of that. Take care, Jon.
- ivegotmojo_jon
- June 20, 2021
I Don’t Know Why It Took Me So Long to Listen
I knew about this podcast since it was launched, but for one reason or another didn’t start listening until fairly recently - and it’s WONDERFUL. I love hearing stories from Mike’s guests, and the working it out portion is *gold*. I enjoy listening to people with sharp minds share their thoughts, and Mike has a gift for bringing out those thoughts in others *and* making me feel like I’m right there in the room with them.
The good thing about waiting so long to listen is that I now have a nice binge-listen cache to get through, and don’t have to wait for the next episode.
- Dharmamama
- June 17, 2021