Reviews
Rate ShowHits the spot
Such a unique behind the curtain look at comedy and life and great interviews! Love U Mike. Thank you for doing this.
- C-higa24
- March 6, 2021
A hilarious lighthearted listen
I’ve been following this podcast since it came out, it’s incredibly hilarious to hear comedians work out new bits and discuss comedy together. A fun and lighthearted listen that I would absolutely recommend. I’ve also attended one of his virtual shows which was such a fun night.
- rvrf2
- Feb. 27, 2021
Great podcast!
I really enjoy listening to Mike work through the comedic process with guests. His guests are all so funny and I really enjoy how is friendship with his guests is evident.
- createsbreaks
- Feb. 24, 2021
So grateful
I would have loved this podcast pre-pandemic, but it has earned a lot of bonus points for providing laughs during a challenging time. I look forward to it every week and have loved the guests. I also enjoy the endorsements for local bookstores and great causes.
- thebullpen
- Feb. 23, 2021
Easy listening that’s also funny
I love Mike’s story telling and how intimate it is. The recent Taylor Tomlinson episode was a stand out. Glad this podcast exists
- smcgrr
- Feb. 23, 2021
Give a listen, get a laugh
If you like standup, especially if you like Mike Birbiglia, you’ll love this podcast. It’s great insight into how Birbigs writes his stuff, and how stand up works behind the scenes. Plus it’s comedians talking to each other and working on new stuff, and if that doesn’t make you laugh, I don’t know what will.
Give it a listen. You won’t regret it.
- Shamazon51
- Feb. 23, 2021
Ear Balm
I first heard Mike Birbiglia on This American Life years ago, and something about his voice and speaking cadence has always been extremely pleasing to me. Engaging and soothing at the same time. Being able to hear him all the time now in podcast form is a gift. His guests are wonderful and the conversations are both funny and genuine.
- CayceOsborne
- Feb. 22, 2021
- luke eastburg
- Feb. 22, 2021
Lovely Listening
I find this podcast to be wonderful for all writers and creatives. A window into process plus a healthy heap of laughs and human connection in crappy times. Thanks for putting this podcast on and creating it!!
- smvarewrites
- Feb. 22, 2021
Amazing comedy podcast!
I was already a huge Mike Birbiglia fan, but this podcast exceeded my expectations. Always fun, good for a laugh, and a peek behind the curtain of standup. Thanks Mike!
- toomuchtv28
- Feb. 22, 2021
It’s the best
I love hearing Mike’s insight on the topics he discusses with his guests, whether it’s during the slow round or when they’re actually “working it out”. Sometimes I pretend I’m on the show and answer the slow round questions to myself. This podcast is always interesting and will always make you laugh regardless of what is going on in the world around you. The first episode came out just a week after my mom died and it’s been helping me through it one week at a time since then.
- Vic Petro
- Feb. 22, 2021
A 7-layer bean dip of the creative process
Mike was already one of my favorite comedians, but letting us in on his creative process and how he builds layers of storytelling makes him all-time. I have always admired how much trust he puts in his audience to follow along, never patronizing us with superficial comedy, but this is another level. The pod brings you closer to him and his guests, making for a wonderful masterclass in being proactive with creativity and inspiration, which as a designer, has unblocked me through this pandemic.
Thanks, Mike.
- dadpodbod
- Feb. 22, 2021
Such a fun show!
The guests are interesting, conversations funny and it is great to hear how comedians work on their material. Glad I discovered this podcast!
- Eoos82
- Feb. 22, 2021
My love for this podcast eclipses Mike’s love of pizza
One of the things I miss most during the pandemic is live comedy. More than concerts or plays, comedy shows were where I spent most of my entertainment budget in the before times. Mike has always been a favorite of mine, so I was thrilled to see he started a podcast. I LOVE when I get to hear the behind-the-scenes of a joke, story or song I love, and this podcast is pulling back the curtain and inviting us in to watch some true masters work. I’ve even been introduced to a few comedians I previously assumed weren’t my style, but the way Mike structures his conversations let’s the listener learn about the guest as a human, not just listen to their jokes. I’ve been inspired to check out their specials after hearing them riff with Mike. I hope this show continues, even post-pandemic, because it’s one of the small handful of podcasts I’ve subscribed to because it’s content I always want. Can’t wait to hear more!
- KMM019
- Feb. 22, 2021
He’s done it folks
Mike has been a part of many podcasts and he’s taken all that he’s learned and made a wonderful one himself. Keep it up! The new interlude sounds are great too
- Happy Lappy
- Feb. 22, 2021
Simply the best
This podcast is simply the best. Mike asks thoughtful questions to each one of his guests that get you yourself thinking and reminiscing. Hearing him and his guests work out their new material is also such a treat, and I can’t wait to hear what makes it (and what doesn’t) in the final cut.
- carrx1104
- Feb. 22, 2021
Comedy nerd heaven
This podcast is gold for comedy nerds. It is such an enjoyable listen; I laugh and learn each episode. It’s fascinating to hear comedians work on their craft. My only complaint is that I wish the episodes were longer. I’d give this 10 stars if I could. Great podcast!
- DizzyDS40
- Feb. 22, 2021
- Kinda a prude
- Feb. 22, 2021
Two enthusiastic thumbs up! Fine holiday fun!
All “Clueless” quotes aside, this is by far my favorite podcast out in the world of podcasting. I love hearing comics work out their new material, and I love the thoughtful and funny conversations Mike Birbiglia has with his guests. Hearing the exchange of ideas is like being a fly on the wall in the green room. Plus! If you watch any of his livestream shows you can hear how the material he brings to his guests has continued to evolve. It’s such a great time, especially now since we’re all confined to our homes and going to a Thursday show at a comedy club isn’t exactly in the cards for most of us.
- Alpecka
- Feb. 22, 2021
Highly Recommend
This has quickly become one of my favorite podcasts of all time. Listening to Mike and his guests work out material in from of me (and my ears) has been an amazing behind the scenes experience. This is a great podcasts for all artists, no matter the medium.
- Adam_Bush
- Feb. 22, 2021
(Potential) COVID Cure.
Has it been tested? Yes. But not scientifically and not by any doctors or labs but like I’m sure it could if we tried really hard.
Laughter is the best medicine, no?
Thank you to wonderful humans who have kept me laughing during these “times”.
- Gia Roche
- Feb. 22, 2021
Yes
What a fantastic, intentional, loving, joy inducing way to listen to rough material in a tough time.
- allarochelle
- Feb. 22, 2021
Thank you for this show!!!
Thank God for this show! It’s quickly become my new favorite listen. I learn, I laugh, I think, I relate, repeat. I know the whole thing is supposed to feel incomplete/unfinished but I wouldn’t change a thing. I wish more storytellers/comedians would share their creative process so freely as Birbigs. He makes it sound easy and accessible while clearly demonstrating he’s the best at what he does. 0 regrets from listening. My friends are annoyed at how much I bring up this show.
- theSSstevenson
- Feb. 22, 2021
Oona Knows Best
Clever, fun, thoughtful. Great guests, and the sound quality is on point thanks to the pillow fort.
- melissa21ashley
- Feb. 22, 2021