Best Gary Monti Podcasts (2025)

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Hot Solo Pod Action! 1:10:13

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Welcome back to another episode of Whiskey Ginger! No ad reads just Santino and McKone hanging out and sharing some updates, & funny stories. Get ready for some laughter and lighthearted humor. Thanks for all the support. We love you animals.🔥 Subscribe for new Whiskey Ginger episodes every Friday🎧 Full audio on Spotify, Apple & all podcast platfor…

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Episode 682: Charlie Jane Anders and Annalee Newitz 58:59

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In this week’s episode, we’re joined by two of our most exciting writers, each of whom has a new book out in August. Charlie Jane Anders’ Lessons in Magic and Disaster offers a wonderful combination of witchcraft, academia, and generational family tensions, while Annalee Newitz’s Automatic Noodle features a team of robots trying to establish a nood…

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Marc Maron 1:12:45

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Legendary comedian and podcast pioneer Marc Maron joins Santino to talk about his brand-new HBO special PANICKED, finding the funny in fear, and how he’s managed to stay raw and relevant after 30+ years in the game.The two dive deep into comedy, grief, anxiety, creative burnout, and why Marc still can’t let go of control — even with a therapist. It…

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Harland Williams 1:11:55

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Yoo Hoo Boy! It's comedy icon Harland Williams! Harland sits down with Santino to talk about Dumb & Dumber, being too weird for network TV, and his award winning film Fudgy Wudgy Fudge Face! From the set of Half Baked to solo desert trips with mannequins, Harland shares stories that are hilarious, strange, and somehow deeply spiritual. This one goe…

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Maddy Smith 1:25:04

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It's Maddy's first time on the show and we hope it's not the last. She's hilarious. Maddy reminds Santino of his little sister and he's absolutely right. I can't even review what was talked about on the show in case YouTube reads this. Let's just say they were both Wild N Out!🎤 Catch Maddy on tour now — dates at ⁠maddysmithcomedy.com⁠🔥 Subscribe fo…

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Episode 681: Silvia Moreno-Garcia and The Bewitching 55:43

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We're almost embarrassed to admit it, but it’s been ten years since we last chatted with Silvia Moreno-Garcia, shortly after her first novel Signal to Noise had been published. Now she’s back, talking about an excellent new novel The Bewitching. Along the way, we touch upon several of her other novels, including the bestselling Mexican Gothic, Silv…

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Petey USA 1:12:16

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Petey USA (yes, that Petey from TikTok and the music scene) sits down with Andrew Santino and delivers everything—mad energy, dark honesty, and the kind of weird that just works. They talk about blowing up online, panic attacks in Whole Foods, making bangers in bathrobes, and why Petey might be the most real ass dude on the internet right now.Check…

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Steph Tolev 1:26:00

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Steph Tolev joins Andrew Santino this week, and things go off the rails fast. From filthy stand-up bits to her real-life absurdities, Steph delivers raw, hilarious chaos you don’t want to miss. They talk wild sex stories, bombing on stage, bad tattoos, body hair pride, and so much more. Buckle up, Ginger Gang—this one’s a riot. CHECK OUT HER SPECIA…

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Beth Stelling 1:16:17

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Comedian Beth Stelling joins Andrew Santino on Whiskey Ginger to talk about her brand-new stand-up special LANDLORD, getting felt up at the Airport, living and dating in LA, and why comedy always hits harder when it’s personal. Beth opens up about writing honest material, dealing with rough landlords, and how she finds humor in heartbreak. Don’t mi…

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Episode 680: Talking science fiction 1:03:35

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Even though we know that some past episodes have probably spent too much time talking about awards, our latest chat begins with some thoughts on—well, awards. With Nebulas, Hugos, Shirley Jackson, Ignyte, World Fantasy, etc., there are just too many to ignore. We soon drift off into other topics. Gary is looking forward to hosting a panel discussio…

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Atsuko Okatsuka 1:04:01

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This week on Whiskey Ginger, Andrew Santino is joined by the one-of-a-kind Atsuko Okatsuka — comedian, actress, and viral sensation — for a wild ride through her unique upbringing, her love of awkwardness, and how she turned trauma into triumph through comedy. They talk about growing up undocumented, how her “toilet paper dance” went viral during t…

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Kevin Smith 1:14:16

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Filmmaker, writer, and podcasting pioneer Kevin Smith (Clerks, Dogma, Jay & Silent Bob) sits down with Andrew Santino for a wildly honest and hilarious episode of Whiskey Ginger.Kevin shares stories behind the making of Dogma, his friendship with George Carlin, and how he gave Jason Lee his first-ever acting role in Mallrats. This one’s got everyth…

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Episode 679: Guy Gavriel Kay and Written on the Dark 1:15:27

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This week we are joined by an old friend of the podcast, the distinguished Canadian novelist Guy Gavriel Kay, whose wonderful new novel Written on the Dark is out this month. As always, we not only touch upon some details of the novel— which takes place in Kay’s own version of an alternate 15th century France, featuring a Parisian tavern poet loose…

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Yannis Pappas 1:17:32

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Comedian Yannis Pappas (History Hyenas) joins Andrew Santino on this WILD episode of Whiskey Ginger. From outrageous hot takes to off-the-cuff rants, Yannis brings the chaos — and Santino rides the wave.They talk cancel culture, Greece vs. America, fatherhood, stand-up beefs, and whatever else derails the conversation. This one’s unfiltered, unhing…

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Grace O'Malley 1:27:34

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Grace O’Malley is loud, Irish, hilarious—and not here to behave. This week on Whiskey Ginger, Andrew Santino sits down with the rising star of stand-up and host of the wildly unfiltered podcast Disgraceful with Grace O’Malley. They talk about growing up Irish, bombing on stage, thriving on TikTok, and why being “too much” is exactly the point. If y…

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Episode 678: Nearly 15 years of rambling... 59:41

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This week it’s just Jonathan and Gary again, in what some listeners might view as an either a classic ramble or a series of rabbit holes from which we never fully escape. We start with a discussion of some current trends such as cozy fantasy and SF, romantasy, and dark academia, noting that these had all been around for decades before getting their…

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Episode 677: Silvia Park and Luminous 1:13:27

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This week Jonathan and Gary are joined by Silvia Park to discuss her exciting debut novel, Luminous, which started life as a children's novel and connects to the Reactor/Tordotcom novelette "More Real Than Him". We chat about artificial intellligence, writing about robots and how we use them as surrogates in fiction, different perspectives on ficti…

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John Goblikon (Dave Rispoli) 1:27:52

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You’ve never seen a podcast guest like John Goblikon—goblin, metalhead, author, and host of the wild ride that is Right Now with John Goblikon. In this chaotic and hilarious episode, Andrew Santino dives deep into goblin wisdom, heavy metal madness, and what it’s like being the face (and snout) of Nekrogoblikon. They talk about fame, failure, touri…

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Will Angus & Liam Cullagh 1:37:02

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The Almost Friday guys—Will Angus and Liam Cullagh—join Santino on Whiskey Ginger and things spiral fast. From viral sketches to behind-the-scenes madness, this one’s packed with laughs, bromance, and absolute unhinged energy.🎟️ Check out more from Almost Friday: https://www.youtube.com/@AlmostFridayTV 📺 Subscribe to Whiskey Ginger: YouTube.com/@An…

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Episode 676: Jacob Weisman and 30 Years of Tachyon 59:18

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In celebration of the thirtieth anniversary of Tachyon Publications, we invited publisher Jacob Weisman to join us in a fascinating exploration of the independent publisher whose list of authors includes classic tales from Stanley Weinbaum, A.E. Van Vogt, and even Mary Shelley, as well as major work from contemporary writers like Peter S. Beagle, P…

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Yakov Smirnoff 1:03:34

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In Soviet Russia, podcast listens to YOU! Yakov Smirnoff—comedian, actor, and professor of laughter—joins Andrew Santino to reflect on Soviet roots, finding the American dream through comedy, and why laughter really is the best medicine. Yakov’s journey is unreal — from acting alongside legends like Robin Williams, Meryl Streep, Jack Nicholson, Ric…

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Episode 675: Joe Abercrombie and The Devils 58:07

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This week Gary and Jonathan are joined by long time friend of the podcast, Joe Abercrombie. We last spoke to Joe during the pandemic when he was working on The Age of Madness series. He joins us this week to discuss his brand new novel The Devils, which launches a new series and a new set of characters. As always, we'd like to thank Joe for making …

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Casey Rocket 1:30:16

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Comedian Casey Rocket blasts into the Whiskey Ginger studio for a whirlwind of surreal characters, unfiltered absurdity, and deep-cut comedy brainwaves. Andrew Santino and Casey riff on everything from Casey’s psychedelic approach to stand-up, his Southern roots, and what it’s like to blow minds in real time. Casey’s one of the fastest-rising and m…

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REPEAT: Episode 646: Peter S. Beagle and a Life Filled With Story 1:00:37

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With Peter Beagle's 86th birthday upon us, we thought we'd re-share a discussion we had with him last year about writing and story. We wish Peter a happy birthday and hope you enjoy the discussion! Sunday Apr 14, 2024 This week we are joined by the legendary author of The Last Unicorn, Peter S. Beagle, who discusses his new novel I'm Afraid You've …

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Episode 674: Joe Monti and the State of Play 1:01:04

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As we try to return to some sort of regular schedule, we’re delighted to welcome back Joe Monti, vice president and editorial director of Saga Press, to discuss the current state of the publishing business, the effects (if any) of the current economic stresses, and what to look forward to in the coming months (Joe is particularly optimistic about S…

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Brooks Wheelan 1:24:39

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Brooks Wheelan is a stand-up comic and former SNL cast member known for his sharp, self-deprecating style. A biomedical engineering grad turned comedian, he’s released the acclaimed album This Is Cool, Right?, voiced Fred in Big Hero 6: The Series, and hosts the hit podcast Entry Level. Check out his latest special, Alive in Alaska, out now on YouT…

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Aaron Weber 1:37:28

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Aaron Weber is a southern gentleman with a preacher’s charm and a killer punchline. A rising star from Nashville, he’s the youngest member of the legendary Nateland podcast crew, holding his own alongside comedy vets like Nate Bargatze. Whether he's riffing on Cracker Barrel, growing up religious, or his undying love for Alabama football, Aaron’s c…

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Eric Andre 1:06:23

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Eric Andre is a human fever dream in the form of a comedian. Best known as the creator and host of The Eric Andre Show—a surreal, anarchic explosion of late-night anti-comedy—he’s pushed the boundaries of absurdity, performance art, and public mayhem. Whether he's freeing the nipple on national TV, terrorizing Times Square in a cockroach costume, o…

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Episode 673: Much Ado About March 50:58

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With apologies for an unplanned hiatus, during which Gary traveled to Florida to attend the International Conference on the Fantastic, we’re back with a discussion that touches upon awards (again, but briefly), SF writers who are also good nonfiction writers, books whose 25th anniversary is this year (including Perdido Street Station), tribute anth…

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Kelsey Cook 1:17:31

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Kelsey Cook is a comedian, podcast host, and world champion foosball player—yes, really. She’s been seen on The Tonight Show, Comedy Central, and This Is Not Happening, and her debut special The Hustler is out now. Kelsey also co-hosts the hit podcast Self-Helpless, where comedy meets chaos and personal growth. Whether she’s slaying a crowd or an u…

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Andrew Dice Clay 1:45:29

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Andrew Dice Clay – The original bad boy of comedy, the man who made nursery rhymes dirty and stadiums roar. With his leather-clad swagger, Brooklyn attitude, and a mouth that don’t know brakes, Dice became the first stand-up to sell out Madison Square Garden two nights in a row. From his legendary The Day the Laughter Died albums to his scene-steal…

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Dan Soder 1:31:30

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Dan Soder—comedian, actor, and the guy your favorite podcasters call when they need a real laugh. A powerhouse of sharp wit and effortless storytelling, Soder made waves on Billions as Mafee, dominated the stand-up scene with his HBO special Son of a Gary, and crushed it on The Bonfire with Big Jay Oakerson. Whether he's riffing on the absurdity of…

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Andrea Jin 1:18:58

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Andrea Jin is a Chinese-Canadian comedy powerhouse, delivering sharp, self-deprecating wit with a side of pure charm. Named JFL’s New Face and winner of SiriusXM’s Top Comic, she’s been making waves with her effortlessly funny takes on family, dating, and cultural clashes. You’ve seen her on The Late Late Show with James Corden, Comedy Central, and…

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Dustin Nickerson 1:38:58

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Dustin Nickerson is the self-proclaimed “World’s Most Average Person,” but don’t let the modesty fool you—his comedy is anything but ordinary. A master of observational humor, Dustin delivers razor-sharp takes on marriage, parenting, and everyday life with the skill of a seasoned pro (and the exhaustion of a father of three). Seen on The Tonight Sh…

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Episode 672: We've probably forgotten something important 1:02:24

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This week’s episode features a few news items, but as usual you have to listen closely to find them among our usual free-association digressions. Awards season is underway. Nominations/and or votging for the Nebulas, Locus Awards, and Hugo Awards (once again we are eligible in the Fancast category, and Jonathan in the Editor Short Form category) is…

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Big Jay Oakerson 1:22:22

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Big Jay Oakerson is a master of crowd work and one of the rawest, realest voices in comedy. Armed with his signature beanie, fingerless gloves, and an unfiltered take on life, Jay has built a cult following with his fearless storytelling and razor-sharp wit. He’s the host of Legion of Skanks, co-host of The Bonfire on SiriusXM, and the guy who’ll m…

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Rosebud Baker 1:12:37

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Rosebud Baker doesn’t pull punches—she lands them. With her razor-sharp wit and unflinching honesty, she’s become one of the most fearless voices in comedy. Her latest stand-up special, The Mother Lode, proves why she’s a powerhouse, delivering darkly hilarious takes on life, love, and everything in between. Beyond the stage, she’s bringing the hea…

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Yung Gravy 1:25:49

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Yung Gravy—aka Mr. Clean, aka the Sultan of Sauce—has been serving up smooth flows, retro beats, and more swagger than your mom’s high school prom date. With his signature blend of vintage samples, witty bars, and a voice smoother than butter on a biscuit, Gravy has turned internet virality into a platinum-plated rap career. From Betty (Get Money) …