Best Mike Birbiglia Podcasts (2025)

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167. Jessica Kirson: She's the Man 1:00:07

6d ago1:00:07

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After decades of being a beloved comedian’s comedian Jessica Kirson has broken out in the last few years with viral crowd work videos and a brilliant new special on Hulu called “I’m The Man.” Mike and Jessica dig deep into the nuts and bolts and emotional work of being a stand-up comic, including overcoming stage fright and dealing with hecklers. J…

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Introducing: Hasan Minhaj Doesn’t Know 7:18

3d ago7:18

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This week, we’re thrilled to introduce you to Hasan Minhaj Doesn’t Know from Lemonada Media. Hosted by comedian Hasan Minhaj (from The Daily Show and Patriot Act), he sits down with some of the biggest names in politics, culture, and tech. Hasan asks the tough questions, some thought-provoking, some straight-up absurd—but all of them come from a re…

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S4 Episode 85 - Speaking of Bobs 33:18

5d ago33:18

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A couple of Bobs on the podcast this time around, one the familiar Bob of episodes past, the knocked-up one. Then there's another Bob, only mentioned once and as an aside from your narrator. But what is the nature of this second, mysterious Bob? Only a careful listen will reveal the answer!!!! Support Obscure! Read Michael's substack Follow Michael…

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I Was Booked for a College Arena... Then Everything Got Weird 44:59

5d ago44:59

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This week's material brought me as far away from my family as I could possible be in the continental united states. I'm talkin' about Pullman Washington, BABY GORGEOUS! I performed for family night at Washington State University and it would've been great if I had told people about it, but what can you do. I'm looking at it as an arena half full ty…

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I Did Stand-Up in an Abandoned Grocery Store 46:01

12d ago46:01

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#ChrisDistefano #Podcast #Comedy UNCUT WILD CONTENT GO HERE 👉https://www.patreon.com/chrisdcomedy SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Acorns Early - Ready to help your kids grow money skills that will last a lifetime? Just head to acornsearly.com/chaos or download the Acorns Early app to get started. Sign up now and your first month is on us! BetterHelp - This ep…

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S4 Episode 84 - A Dark Cloud Which Shadowed This Other 32:48

12d ago32:48

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A sleepy host, a pregnant Bob, and a potential lover who, in the mind of your host, looks like a comic book character. Clyde and Roberta remain in their pregnancy pickle while Sondra Finchley, in the shadows, seeks out young Master Griffiths. All is both well and deeply unwell on the dark streets of Lycurgus, New York. Support Obscure! Read Michael…

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166. Questlove: The Art of Self-Sabotage 58:14

13d ago58:14

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This week the legendary Ahmir Thompson (aka Questlove) sits down for his first appearance on Working It Out. Mike and Questlove discuss touring with his father’s band as a kid, every DJ’s worst nightmare, and how jealousy and self-sabotage can affect even a member of a band as iconic as The Roots. Plus, what it was like accepting an Oscar after The…

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The Chaos Behind My Hulu Special 46:47

19d ago46:47

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This week I give you a look behind the curtain of my Comedy Special taping for Hulu at the legendary Tarrytown Music Hall. We recorded it a year ago so, Mom if you're watching I'm sorry for cursing. Thank you guys so much for watching every week! Like, subscribe, and tell a friend! It really helps a lot. UNCUT WILD CONTENT GO HERE 👉https://www.patr…

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S4 Episode 83 - On Celebrating and Not Celebrating 33:57

19d ago33:57

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The episode begins with a reflection on St. Patrick's Day in Savannah, which - your host is told - is the nation's 3rd largest St. Patty's Day celebration. So while revelers drink themselves into a stupor down south, up north in Lycurgus, NY, our friends Clyde and Roberta struggle with the continually growing problem of Bob's pregnancy. But now, wi…

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165: Rachel Feinstein Returns: Everything She Says Could Be a Bit 53:52

20d ago53:52

53:52

Rachel Feinstein recently appeared as a surprise guest on one of Mike’s shows at the Beacon Theatre, where Mike observed after the show that everything Rachel said in the green room could be a bit. Now, on the heels of her Netflix special Big Guy, and in her third appearance on Working It Out, Rachel spills all the details about living with other c…

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S4 Episode 82 - Horny Young People 33:38

26d ago33:38

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When you think about it, isn't all art about horny young people? Sure it is. And where does it all lead? No place good. Which is how you end up with a couple poor saps out there in Lycurgus, NY trying to extract themselves from a situation in which they placed themselves by virtue of their own damned horniness. And that's where we pick up this week…

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Chris Distefano Does Clean Comedy 56:05

26d ago56:05

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#ChrisDistefano #Podcast #Comedy UNCUT WILD CONTENT GO HERE 👉https://www.patreon.com/chrisdcomedy SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS https://Nutrafol.com/men promo code CHAOS. Follow us Muffin Butt! 🙆🏼‍♂️ Chris Distefano Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisdcomedy/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/chrisdcomedy Website - https://www.chrisdcomedy.com/ 🎥 Vito C…

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164. Andrew Schulz: Give Him 10 Seconds 45:52

27d ago45:52

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This week Andrew Schulz comes on the podcast and Mike and Andrew break apart why the two of them are unlikely work friends. They discuss Andrew having Donald Trump on his podcast, Andrew’s new deeply personal Netflix special, “Life,” and the politics of free speech in comedy. Plus, Andrew reveals the guest he regrets having on his podcast, “Flagran…

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S4 Episode 81 - This Episode is Toast 32:48

1M ago32:48

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As your host's moderate smartness is slowly replaced with moderate dumbness, he contemplates the obvious etymology of a certain, common phrase in the English language as well as expresses some antipathy for the toaster. As for Clyde and Roberta, their best-laid plans also appear to be toast. What shall become of these two star (and Sondra) crossed …

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Chris and Tampa Tony Roast LIVE on Stage 1:38:03

1M ago1:38:03

1:38:03

This week's Chaos is live from Florida! It's only right that Tampa Tony came on stage and said some WILD STUFF!!! UNCUT WILD CONTENT GO HERE 👉https://www.patreon.com/chrisdcomedy SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Cremo You can find Cremo’s new line of antiperspirants and deodorants at Target or https://Target.com Better Help This Podcast is Sponsored by Better …

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163. Josh Johnson: Reinventing the Modern Comedy Special 52:00

1M ago52:00

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Comedian Josh Johnson is a writer and correspondent for The Daily Show and his stand-up sets have millions of views on YouTube. Josh talks with Mike about cultivating a fan base via the YouTube videos, why he thinks chasing success in the comedy industry is sometimes antithetical to the art form, and shares the advice he got from Trevor Noah. Plus,…

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Iranians Are The Puerto Ricans of the Sand 1:10:43

1M ago1:10:43

1:10:43

#ChrisDistefano #Podcast #comedy SUPPORT OUT SPONSORS Factor Eat smart with Factor. Get started at https://FACTORMEALS.com/FACTORPODCAST and use code FACTORPODCAST to get 50% off your first box plus free shipping. Blue Chew Make life easier by getting harder and discover your options at https://BlueChew.com! Try your first month of BlueChew FREE wh…

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S4 Episode 80 - How Do You Like Dem Apples? 33:45

1M ago33:45

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Recounting two apple-themed cities in my travels this episode. You might even learn some trivia about one of our foremost planters of apple trees. New York state, too, home of Lycurgus, is also an apple-growing state. In fact, according to the New York Apple Association (real), NY grows more apple varieties than any other state! Support Obscure! Re…

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BEST OF WIO: Mike Reads a New Piece of Writing, Plus Elizabeth Gilbert Re-Air 1:01:30

1M ago1:01:30

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At the top of this Best of WIO episode featuring Elizabeth Gilbert, Mike reads a new piece that he wrote for Elizabeth's Letters From Love Substack. (Recorded November 2024) Author Elizabeth Gilbert wrote one of Mike’s favorite books about creativity, Big Magic. She also wrote a book that, to her surprise, become a cultural phenomenon: Eat, Pray, L…

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How to Avoid Homeless Poop in San Francisco 1:06:21

2M ago1:06:21

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#ChrisDistefano #Podcast #comedy From waking up during a colonoscopy to dodging sketchy San Francisco street moments, this set has it all. Chris navigates a ridiculous doctor’s call, questions why anyone still lives in Albany, and drops some hilarious truths about traveling across America for his tour. Plus, he breaks down San Francisco’s wild ener…

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S4 Episode 79 - Alligator Soul 31:43

2M ago31:43

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Timely as always, your host contemplates the difference between two war movies, neither of which came out in the last 10 years. Plus, some culinary conversation AND our protagonist/antagonist Clyde Griffiths might have a bead on an abortionist. Support Obscure! Read Michael's substack Follow Michael on Twitter Follow Michael on Instagram See Privac…

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Q&A: Mike Answers Voicemails About Comedy Advice and Crying Babies at Shows 34:19

2M ago34:19

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For this all-new Working It Out Q&A, Mike fields listener questions about people fainting at his shows, how to write comedy about topics that are painful to you, and balancing a day job and creative life when starting out. If your question didn’t get answered on this week’s Q&A, stay tuned for another one soon where Mike answers the rest! Got a new…

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Are Russians The New Puerto Ricans?! | Ft Colin Quinn, Mike Birbiglia | Chris Distefano is Chaos 52:14

2M ago52:14

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#ChrisDistefano #Podcast #Comedy BABES we got a BRAND NEW format for you, Chris was ready to quit this podcast again but instead said forget that, I’m just gonna have the boys follow me around with a camera and try to do a hybrid podcast that mixes standup and poddy woddy. In this Friday night in New York, Chris talks to Colin Quinn and Mike Birbig…

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S4 Episode 78 - Processing 29:11

2M ago29:11

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Now ensconced back on American soil, your mansplainer-in-chief processes his return to his native land as he contemplates ice cream sandwiches, the troubled political landscape, and the fortunes of a certain young creep named Clyde who would have voted Trump. Support Obscure! Read Michael's substack Follow Michael on Twitter Follow Michael on Insta…

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162. Pete Holmes Returns: Comedy That’s Clean, Dirty, or PG-13 43:12

2M ago43:12

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Pete Holmes returns to help Mike punch up some last minute jokes before the premiere of Mike’s show The Good Life at the Beacon Theatre in New York. What follows is a heated debate about puns, an attempt to define and dissect the nature of “clean” comedy, and, yes, a nuts and bolts joke writing session. Plus, Pete psychoanalyzes the state of Massac…

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Chrissy Is Doing This One for The Algo w/ Andrew Callaghan 1:27:52

2M ago1:27:52

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#ChrisDistefano #Podcast #comedy Support Our Sponsors Better Help This podcast is sponsored by Better Help https://www.betterhelp.com/chaos Live Good Go to https://LiveGood.com/CHAOS to save 10% on your first order. 🔥 Comedian Chris Distefano sits down with Andrew Callaghan (Channel 5, All Gas No Brakes) for a wild conversation about internet cultu…

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