Reviews
Rate ShowMerch Please
I’ve been a fan of Birbigs since watching My Girlfriend’s Boyfriend for the first time years ago! This podcast is a comedy lover’s dream, it’s jokes, hilarious stories and banter, with the realness and vulnerability that makes Mike so special present throughout it all.
Only way to improve the show would be to have some merch! I’d wear a Working it Out hat or all the time!
- Lo Doran
- June 9, 2021
A delightful pod
Great guests, engaging stories, and a charming, funny host. What more could you want in a podcast?! Been a long time fan of Birbigs and I’m so delighted to listen to him working out his new special, makes me even more excited to see it when it’s ready. If you haven’t yet, give it a listen—I think you’ll dig it.
- MissCeriss
- June 8, 2021
Really funny. Kind of.
No, it’s hilarious and I love Mike’s humor and demeanor. Just what I need. Standout episodes are: Conan and Bill Hader!
- LateBloomer80
- June 8, 2021
Craving Satisfied
The first time I ever saw Mike Birbiglia was on his Netflix special “Thank God for Jokes!” My husband and I then looked for anything and everything he had ever done bc his humor hit that sweet spot of simple hilarity/biting sarcasm/incisive observation/compassionate storytelling in an immensely satisfying way. We were hooked. This podcast has been my falling asleep soundtrack during the pandemic, when everything was too nuts to even try falling asleep with my thoughts. It has all of the things I love about Birbigs, plus smart interviews with amazing and funny guests. We also watched his Zoom comedy shows at the Nowhere Comedy Club and found comfort and community in that unique setting. Mike—come visit Lawrence, KS someday for a show. It’s the bluest oasis in our red home state and we’d love to see you live!
- DMHMW
- June 8, 2021
Worked Out
Excellent show, enjoying all the episodes, fun to hear Mike and his guest's thoughts around the construction of “bits”, would love more of that and would love to hear Mike interview people outside of comedy and explore what “working it out” looks like for other luminaries in other fields. (Could be improved by shouting Kate's name even louder at the end 🎙🎚 🎛 🔊 👏🏻)
- audioblackholes
- June 8, 2021
Bill Hader episode
First of all, I think Mike is so funny and I truly enjoy all of his episodes. The Bill Hader episode however is simply the best! I laughed sooooo much! I’ve listened to Hader on other podcasts but this is his best interview. The two of them are so funny together. Hader has the most infectious laugh! Love, love this podcast!! 5+ stars!
- fernie s
- June 8, 2021
Exceptionally Normal
Mike has the ability to make you feel like you’re part of the joke, like you’re in on it. His comedy is full of vulnerability and kindness, and somehow is confidently self-deprecating. His ability to connect with other artists and comedians is uncanny, and I truly feel like I’m hanging out with these incredibly talented, famous, yet completely normal people. He highlights the normal and the exceptional simultaneously. Thank you for providing the soundtrack to my tedious errands and chores.
- Ljoyz
- June 7, 2021
- !Neil
- June 7, 2021
Tell Your Enemies
I love this podcast so much I cracked open my Apple Podcast app to say I love this podcast. I love it so much I may someday even tell my enemies about it. Maybe you’re one of them and I already checked that box! Yes, Jessica you can still go f yourself tho. Seriously, these are great interviews with some of my favorite people. If you’re a writer, storyteller or joke-teller in any way this show is priceless because while you’re laughing your a** off, you’re learning some very smart things about what makes some of the best jokes and stories work. Thank you, Mike and your family, for putting this podcast together during quarantine. Please keep it going!
- badunkadunkbruin
- June 7, 2021
Saved the Evening with the In-laws
Been a long time fan of Mike, LOVED Thank God for Jokes. That special in itself is a master class in storytelling! However, what brings me to write my first review ever is that this podcast saved me from a dreary evening with the in-laws. I was getting tired of the same old complaint loop, so I started asking mom all the questions that Mike asks his guests. Her face lit up and she came alive again sharing bits and pieces about her life that she hadn’t thought of in ages. The evening took a 180 and became enjoyable for all of us. Thanks, Mike!
- Improvmomma
- May 29, 2021
I laugh
I subscribed to this podcast expecting it to make me laugh. I do laugh when I listen to it. 5/5 stars
- jakemcfar
- May 22, 2021
Keep doing this, please!
Mike is a true mensch, a generous and giving host. I love listening to him run bits with people and them with him. It’s vulnerable in a rare way for comedians to be this exposed. I love it. Bring Ira Glass back for a 3rd time. I learned so much about storytelling and editing from him.
- Uncle Jackins
- May 19, 2021
Yes Mike!!
Definitely one of top fav comedy podcasts! I love! Awesome guests and love to see the behind the scenes of working jokes and life out :)
- hollyxconstant
- May 17, 2021
Great Conversations
It’s great to hear Mike in conversation with other funny people. It doesn’t feel pressured or fake, just insightful and an easy listen.
- CPFNYC
- May 15, 2021
Birbigs is the best
This is an under known gem of a show. Mike is so incredibly compassionate and intelligent, and each week the show just makes me feel good! Love love love
- mischiefmandy
- May 13, 2021
Soothing and fun
Been a fan of Mike’s for years, love the podcast! The tone is quite relaxing, content is entertaining and insightful. Thank you Mike, hope I can see you at a show soon!
- SubHub
- May 12, 2021
The best!!
I feel like Mikey B the story guy gives us a look at how comics process works! He is a genius in his craft and I am so glad I just found this podcast!!
- melparkes
- May 11, 2021
Love the behind the scenes creative process
I’ve really enjoyed all of these podcasts! It’s introduced me to several comedians that I was not familiar with and made me an even bigger fan of Mike B. I’m fascinated as to how comedians develop their content. I was bummed when Covid forced Mike to cancel his Chicago shows in 2020 but after listening to this podcast I’m eager to see how the show will have changed due to the Working It Out feedback from his peers.
- 70 Dude
- May 10, 2021
- jeat2019
- May 8, 2021
One of my favorite pandemic pods
Mike has been one of my favorite comedians for years, and this format really lets his genuine love and curiosity shine through. His guests are a mix of well known comedians, interesting show biz folks, and personal friends and talents. Every episode is different and interesting, and almost one year on I’ve listened to every single episode. Hope this keeps up as things open up!!
- Jesterday
- May 8, 2021
Hilarious and also, somehow, pragmatic
This podcasts is hilarious and well produced. It is also something like a master class on how to be an artist. Mike and his guests generously share their process and struggles. I can’t think of a better way to discuss being a professional artist than by using the are of crafting jokes as an example. I love this podcast as entertainment and as inspiration for creating art. I have recommended it to all of my friends and all of my enemies and even random people in the grocery store (That is right, this podcast is so good that even in the middle of a pandemic, I am intruding upon strangers in order to recommend this podcast - and you should too.)
- Frances Morgan
- May 3, 2021
Great listen
Mike asked for a review at the end of the Conan episode and it’s a free listen so I thought that the least I can do! I enjoy comedy and listening to comedians talk. This is a perfect podcast for that. Listen and enjoy.
- missteresat
- April 26, 2021
My favorite podcast
Love the dynamic conversations Mike has with his guests, not the typical question-answer format of so many podcasts. Mike talks about pizza a lot, so I find myself constantly craving pizza at all hours of the day.
- catmousecheese
- April 26, 2021
Love it
This podcast actually gets into the process of writing jokes and bits. There are lots of comedy podcast, very few of them actually get into the nitty gritty of writing. Keep up the good work Mike!
- farrellenoble
- April 24, 2021