Listener Reviews

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.

So Good.

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!

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!

I subscribed to this podcast expecting it to make me laugh. I do laugh when I listen to it. 5/5 stars

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.

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 :)

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.

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

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!

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!!

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.

The Slow round is such a great idea! Made me look in the Art of Memoir

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!!

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.)

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.

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.

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!

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.

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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!

Hilarious

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!

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!