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Comedy Bang! Bang!
Comedy Bang! Bang!
TitleComedy Bang! Bang!
HostScott Aukerman
LanguageEnglish
GenreComedy, interview
HomepageEarwolf

Comedy Bang! Bang! is a weekly comedy podcast that features interviews with famous comedians, actors, and musicians, including Tina Fey, Will Ferrell, and Amy Poehler. The podcast is known for its humorous and often absurd conversations, which frequently involve improvisational comedy and parody of popular culture, such as Saturday Night Live and The Simpsons. With over 600 episodes, the podcast has become a staple of the comedy world, featuring guests like Chris Rock, Louis C.K., and Sarah Silverman. The podcast is part of the Earwolf network, which also produces other popular podcasts like How Did This Get Made? and You Made It Weird with Pete Holmes.

History

The podcast was created by Scott Aukerman and Bajillion Hits, and it premiered in 2009 as a spin-off of the Comedy Death-Ray Radio podcast, which featured guests like Patton Oswalt and Brian Posehn. Over the years, the podcast has undergone several format changes, including the addition of new hosts and segments, such as Lauren Lapkus's "Traci Reardon" character and Paul Scheer's "Gino Lambardo" character. The podcast has also featured special episodes, including live recordings at Comedy Central's South Beach Comedy Festival and Just for Laughs in Montreal. Guests like Aziz Ansari, Nick Kroll, and Jenny Slate have appeared on the podcast, discussing their work on shows like Parks and Recreation and Kroll Show.

Format

The podcast typically features a conversation between the host, Scott Aukerman, and a guest, which can range from a straightforward interview to a completely improvised scenario, often involving characters like Andrew Lloyd Webber and Ice-T. The podcast also frequently features games and challenges, such as "Would You Rather" and "Two-Truths-and-a-Lie", which have been played with guests like Jon Hamm and Elizabeth Banks. In addition, the podcast often includes segments like "Plug Bag", where guests promote their latest projects, such as The Lego Movie and The Hunger Games. The podcast's format has been influenced by other comedy podcasts, such as The Adam Carolla Show and The Joe Rogan Experience, and has also been compared to radio shows like The Howard Stern Show and The Opie and Anthony Show.

Episodes

The podcast has released over 600 episodes, featuring a wide range of guests, including Conan O'Brien, Jimmy Fallon, and Stephen Colbert. Some notable episodes include the "2012 Holiday Spectacular" episode, which featured guests like Paul Rudd and Seth Rogen, and the "500th Episode" episode, which featured a reunion of former hosts and guests, including Jimmy Pardo and Matt Besser. The podcast has also released several special episodes, including a live recording at Largo at the Coronet in Los Angeles, which featured guests like Maria Bamford and Brian Regan. Other notable guests have included Tig Notaro, Demetri Martin, and Jim Gaffigan, who have all appeared on the podcast to discuss their latest projects, such as Transparent and The Jim Gaffigan Show.

Hosts_and_Guests

The podcast has had several hosts over the years, including Scott Aukerman, Jimmy Pardo, and Matt Besser. The podcast has also featured a wide range of guests, including comedians like Brian Regan, Maria Bamford, and Todd Glass, as well as actors like Jon Hamm and Elizabeth Banks. Musicians like Weird Al Yankovic and Tenacious D have also appeared on the podcast, discussing their latest projects, such as Mandatory Fun and Rize of the Fenix. Other notable guests have included Nick Offerman, Rob Riggle, and Aisha Tyler, who have all appeared on the podcast to discuss their work on shows like Parks and Recreation and The Talk.

Reception

The podcast has received widespread critical acclaim, with many praising its unique format and hilarious conversations, which often involve improvisational comedy and parody of popular culture, such as The Daily Show and The Colbert Report. The podcast has been named one of the best podcasts of the year by publications like The A.V. Club and Entertainment Weekly, and has also been featured on lists of the best comedy podcasts, alongside shows like My Brother, My Brother and Me and How Did This Get Made?. Guests like Tina Fey and Will Ferrell have praised the podcast, saying it's one of their favorite podcasts to appear on, and have also compared it to other popular podcasts, such as The Nerdist Podcast and You Made It Weird with Pete Holmes.

Legacy

The podcast has had a significant influence on the comedy world, with many comedians and actors citing it as an inspiration, including Pete Holmes and Kumail Nanjiani. The podcast's unique format has also been influential, with many other podcasts adopting similar formats, such as The Adam Carolla Show and The Joe Rogan Experience. The podcast has also spawned several spin-off podcasts, including The Andy Daly Podcast Pilot Project and Lauren Lapkus's With Special Guest Lauren Lapkus, which have featured guests like Paul Scheer and Jason Mantzoukas. The podcast's legacy continues to grow, with new episodes and specials being released regularly, featuring guests like Chris Rock and Louis C.K.. Category:Comedy podcasts

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