About this season
Comedian Anthony Jeselnik interviews fellow comedians about their careers, influences and other topical issues.
Episodes (6)
1. Nick Kroll
Aired 6 September 2019 • 22 min
Nick Kroll talks about how “Big Mouth” came to be, fawns over “Wayne’s World” and plays the game Actual Turtle or Turtle from “Entourage”? with Anthony.
2. Kristen Schaal
Aired 13 September 2019 • 22 min
Kristen Schaal recalls winning an alternative comedy award, debates with Anthony about how important surprise is to comedy, and reflects on her experiences as a new mother.
3. David Spade
Aired 20 September 2019 • 22 min
David Spade explains what makes stand-up more difficult today, chats about steering clear of political jokes, and considers how his childhood influenced his comedy.
4. Kumail Nanjiani
Aired 27 September 2019 • 22 min
Kumail Nanjiani chats about the differences between acting and stand-up, gets quizzed on lines from his movies, and offers insight into a pivotal scene from ”The Big Sick.”
5. Tig Notaro
Aired 4 October 2019 • 22 min
Tig Notaro reveals what she does when she bombs onstage, does her impression of Joan Rivers and Larry David's baby, and names her least favorite comic.
6. Natasha Leggero
Aired 11 October 2019 • 22 min
Natasha Leggero shares what she loves about John Waters, walks through the development of her onstage persona, and bonds with Anthony over not telling self-effacing jokes.