Reviews
Rate ShowBirbigs 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
Hilarious
First heard of Mike Birbiglia on the podcast This American Life and I’ve been a huge fan ever since. Love his podcast. Never miss an episode.
- Sled Better
- April 20, 2021
- HE123457690888
- April 19, 2021
Can’t Get Enough
Love love love this podcast. It’s the 1st podcast I listened to that I was genuinely sad when I had listened to all the episodes and now on Sundays I check repeatedly for the new episode. It never disappoints! Even if it is a guest I don’t know, Mike does a great job of making everything feel familiar in the best way. If you have even a hint of curiosity give it a listen, you might find some new things to love along the way!
- K Mac NJ
- April 19, 2021
- SR says
- April 19, 2021
Leading edge of comedy
Birbiglia rocks - the format is unique the guests are friends more than subject matter experts so it’s free flowing good fun for a good cause through every episode! On stage or at a comedy club or through podcast Mike is intimate revealing mind expanding thought provoking good fun! Even an awesome show theme!
- tye bigone
- April 17, 2021
Magical Moments
The conversation is always funny and entertaining. Every few episodes there are amazing insights into the joke-writing process that I’ve never heard anywhere else. Thanks, Mike!
- nycnic99
- April 15, 2021
Great show, great guests
Entertaining, likable, great guests and unique format. Happy to have found another excellent comedy podcast!
- Weather lover 123
- April 14, 2021
- Rrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrooooop
- April 13, 2021
Mike is the best
Mike’s been my favorite comedian for many years, he’s great and this podcast is great —both funny and introspective, just like Mike.
- Jambroner
- April 9, 2021
Working it out!!!
I have just recently found this podcast!!!! Thank you Mike. I am a fan of all your work and love the guests line up, but mostly love your humility and humor. I am also a comic at heart with an audience of one (myself)!!! So I entertain myself all the time especially in this time of covid (reliving materials or adding on) I am soo happy that you had your beginning episodes with my favs. I think I heard you first on This American life - and fell in love, since I love Ira soo much!!! You are a fantastic artist!!! I believe my purpose was to appreciate all artistic forms since I am so challenged but an avid admirer and appreciator of all art!!!!
- PQTanzie
- April 2, 2021
Good Pick-Me-Up
Whenever I’m feeling down, I turn to this podcast. Even when Mike and his guests discuss serious issues, they never fail to make me laugh out loud. And there’s plenty of straight comedy, too. I also love the insights into standup and the process of creating a show.
- Remb1999
- March 24, 2021
The Mouse Story
The whole story is a lead up to the most important part-we are all part of someone else’s story, which is so relevant these days.
- beacape
- March 23, 2021
The only podcast I’ve ever reviewed
I listen to dozens of podcasts and this is the only one I’ve ever felt compelled to review. It’s excellent - well-edited, warm, thought-provoking, and funny. Side effects have included discovering the work of comedians I didn’t know and the first creative energy I’ve experienced during the pandemic. Listening to Working It Out inspired me to start journaling and playing the trumpet I haven’t picked up since high school. Thanks for putting this into the world Mike and team.
- CHSCHS22
- March 12, 2021
Nathan Lane 5 star
I so enjoyed your Nathan Lane episode. It was so relaxed and natural. Not a lot of schtick. He is one of my favorites as well as one of our National Treasures.
- jodi-j
- March 9, 2021