Kevin Pollak - Episode 1053

A man who grew up in my neck of the woods in NY, Paul Virzi talks about sports and the early grind of doing standup. Follow Paul Virzi on Instagram @PaulVirzi 

Oscar winning actor/ director/ producer Tim Robbins comes in for a 2 part interview! We played on an ice hockey team back in NYC and he is now my neighbor here in LA. He is thoughtful, smart and not hard on the eyes. Part 2 coming soon! Follow Tim Robbins on Instagram @TimRobbinsHere 

My dear friend and neighbor Kevin Pollak comes in (or does Al Pacino?) and chops it up. He has been in over 90 films. I have been in 4.  Follow Kevin Pollack on Instagram @KevinPollak123

She’s won The American Comedy Award for best comedian in the country, had a million specials and 25 Tonight Show appearances. Also happens to be one of my favorite people- this week I’ve got the great Kathleen Madigan on. Praise Jesus. Follow Kathleen Madigan on Instagram @OfficialKathleenMadigan

Oscar winning writer of Forrest Gump, A Star is Born, Dune and Killers of the Flower Moon somehow agreed to come on my podcast! Had a great long talk in his home and looked at where creativity comes from.   

Just a couple of surly Mics trying to figure out how to be happier. With some results. Follow Neal Brennan on IG @NealBrennan

The thrilling conclusion of my interview w/ Pete Holmes. It actually gets even better which is why we kept going. Pete’s new special “I am Not for Everyone” is tearing it up on Netflix right now. Follow Pete Holmes on Instagram @PeteHolmes

My old friend from HBO’s Crashing, Pete Holmes comes in for a 2 part interview. I think we both walked away with some new standup material from this one. He’s got a new special which is really great. Follow Pete Holmes on Instagram @PeteHolmes

Radio legend Phil Hendrie talks about slogging his way from local misfit to one of the most innovative and influential broadcasters of our time. Joining us is the producer of his new documentary Patrick Reynolds. Follow Phil Hendrie on Instagram @PhilHendrie 

This week Preacher Lawson and I became friends. He is hilarious and has had an amazing life and I think he is going to be a big star. Or one day just end up with a podcast.  Follow Preacher Lawson on Instagram @PreacherLawson