Ira Glass has appeared on the Working It Out podcast three times before, and usually it’s Mike asking Ira for advice, whether it’s about podcasting or storytelling. But now the tables have turned: Ira recently listened to a stand-up set he performed years ago, he has the itch to try it again, so he’s come to Mike for advice. On this episode, Mike and Ira listen to Ira’s old stand-up set in real time, break down what works and what didn’t, and brainstorm ideas for Ira’s next set.

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Hosted and Produced by Mike Birbiglia
Producers: Peter Salomone, Joseph Birbiglia, and Mabel Lewis
Consulting Producer: Seth Barrish
Associate Producer: Gary Simons
Special Thanks: J. Hope Stein, Oona
Music: Jack Antonoff and Bleachers