Comedy Bang Bang: The Podcast

Happy New Year from Comedy Bang! Bang! Celebrate with Scott and Paul F. Tompkins as they continue their countdown with numbers eight through five of the Best CBB episodes of 2023 as voted by YOU listeners. Tune in Thursday for Part 4!

The Best of Comedy Bang! Bang! 2023 Countdown continues as Scott and Paul F. Tompkins countdown numbers twelve through nine of the Best CBB episodes of 2023 as voted by YOU listeners. Tune in Monday for Part 3!

Merry Christmas and Happy Best Of’s to you from Comedy Bang! Bang! Join Scott and Paul F. Tompkins as they countdown numbers sixteen through thirteen of the Best CBB episodes of 2023 as voted by YOU listeners. Tune in Thursday for Part 2!

Join Scott and guest co-host Jason Mantzoukas for that special time of year when old and new friends of the show stop by to celebrate the Comedy Bang! Bang! Holiday Spectacular! Expect appearances from Fred Guinness, Randy Snutz, Carissa, Room Tone Tony, Scott’s lawyer Terry Alamander, professional baseball player Shohei Ohtani, the Pig Shit Twins, Dr. Marty Goldstein, world’s busiest man Ned Belanela, and Harvey the Devil. Happy Holidays from CBB!

Co-host with the Co-most Bean Dip (aka Bean Dip the ShopliftahBabiee) joins Scott to discuss their love for the game, Bean Dip's thoughts on the afterlife, and what's with the Friday after Thanksgiving? Then, Robby Delmuda - child lawyer - joins to introduce his lady-friend Deeana Bermuda. After they make a specific request of Scott and his friend Jack UCLA, property manager Rhonda Batuchi opens up about her go-cart dreams and time in a cult, and RJ Dudley (aka the beloved Fart Sack) shares industry woes. 

Comedian extraordinaire John Early joins Scott to talk about his HBO comedy special John Early: Now More Than Ever, Beatlemania, and his Toni Collette fan website. Then, composer Angelina Leviosa stops by to share some of her TV interstitial songs. Plus, author Marabel May drops by with tips on how to save your marriage.

Beloved comedian Chelsea Peretti of Farts and Pro fame joins Scott once again to talk about the relaunch of her iconic podcast Call Chelsea Peretti, bear attacks, and her bio. Then, census taker Micah Fellows stops by to talk about his life as a census taker. Plus, Uncle Jellyfish brings Little Pepper the Singing and Dancing Boy for a very special performance.

The strike is over and stars are back! Actor and friend of the show Jon Hamm returns to talk about the new fifth chapter of FX’s Fargo, The Morning Show, and how actors secretly memorize lines on set. Then, music festival expert Jesse stops by to recommend what to do at Coachella. Plus, finance expert Doug Gropes returns to discuss his program to make people financially secure and read real reviews from program participants.

Writer/director extraordinaire Edgar Wright joins Scott to talk about his new animated Netflix series “Scott Pilgrim Takes Off.” Then, undersea explorer Brock Lovett returns to talk about his quest to recover twenty billion dollars from a sunken Spanish Galleon. Afterwards, visual artist Quiet the Mime stops by to talk about their journey into miming. Plus, henchman Marcus Green joins the gang to explain why he’s organizing a class-action lawsuit against Spider-Man.

Singer-songwriter Dan Wilson joins Scott to talk about the return of Semisonic, his meeting with Liam Gallagher, and performs a song from the new Semisonic album “Little Bit of Sun.” Then, entertainment reporter AJ Zap stops by to share his entertainment predictions for 2024. Later, illusionist Criss Angel drops by to talk about his Vegas show Mindfreak. Plus, the world’s greatest podcast guest Donk Poop swings by with pitches to make the podcast go viral.

Actor/writer Felicia Day joins Scott to talk about her new fantasy comedy Audible original Third Eye, Comic-Con parties, and brand deals. Then, twin actors Selma and Blair stop by to talk about spooky pranks they have pulled. Plus, director David Lynch drops by to pitch some new movie ideas.

Stand-up comedian extraordinaire Sam Jay joins Scott to talk about her latest stand-up special Salute Me or Shoot Me, her time writing on SNL, and the differences between New York and Boston. Then, anarchist Bane returns to test out new material for his hour comedy special. Plus, entertainer Benny Sands stops by to talk about what happens during his Vegas show.

Friend of the show Reggie Watts sticks around after singing the theme song and talks to Scott about his new book “Great Falls, MT”, hamsters, and Superman. Then, Disneyland enthusiasts Cody and Codi stop by to talk about their love for Disney. Plus, soccer moms Janet and Leanne drop by to talk about their hobbies.

Longtime friend of the show Bob Odenkirk joins Scott to talk about his new book “Zilot & Other Important Rhymes,” which he co-wrote with his two children. Then, W Hotel owner Bean Dip returns to talk about her experience with vampires. Later, LinkedIn’s Chief Innovation Officer Tom Boreman stops by to talk about what’s new at LinkedIn. Plus, Telli Charcuterie drops by to talk about directing animal mating encouragement videos for endangered species at the zoo.

Ballroom dancing instructor Dolores Brainwater joins Scott to talk about making a fortune dancing, her former dancing partner/sweetheart, and M*A*S*H. Then, intern Casey from Ohio stops by to talk about working on the reality show Botched. Plus, concerned citizen Cockroach Rick drops by to talk about getting into politics.

Stand-up comedian extraordinaire Aparna Nancherla joins Scott to talk about her new book “Unreliable Narrator: Me Myself, and Imposter Syndrome,” coffee tables, and dark chocolate. Then, musician Kurt Slammer stops by to promote his new Blues-Rock album. Plus, actress Ruth Debevoise drops by to talk about her acting career.

Stand-up comedian extraordinaire Gary Gulman joins Scott to talk about his new book “Misfit: Growing Up Awkward in the ’80s,” flat foods, and a full circle moment when he appeared on Late Night with guest host David Brenner. Then, legendary music producer Rick Rubin drops by to help Scott produce the podcast. Plus, playwright Ian Chiswick stops by to offer Scott a role in his new play.

Actor and former DJ Flula Borg joins Scott once again to talk about his new podcast Flula Makes Five, a Hans Gruber prequel, and area codes. Then, manager/producer Sprague the Whisperer returns to talk about producing Fyre Fest II. Plus, Kayla Dickie returns to talk about being on a new reality TV show.

Two friends Jack Quaid and Tawny Newsome join Scott to talk about babies learning about holidays, food delivery robots, and Top 5 human beings. Then, professor Robert Canasta stops by to talk about his current psychology research. Plus, podcasters Brigadoon and Greg drop by for a cross-over episode of their show “Aaahh!!! Real Cocktails.”

Aspiring commercial voice-over actor Abernathy Combs joins Scott to talk about his time as an army general, horror movies, and making a new voice-over demo tape. Then, entertainer Ursula stops by to talk about her transition from reality show star to stand-up comedian. Plus, private investigator Ken Lunch drops by to talk about his private practice exclusively for parents.