Big news this week and the Muppets are back! Also big news is we have comedian Andrew Schulz on the podcast to talk about his new IFC TV show Benders (premiering 10/1) and MTV's Guy Code. Schulz talks about his new show and about life as a comedian. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 25, 2015•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 36
Comedian Seth Herzog joins us to talk about his long running comedy show Sweet, the alternative comedy scene in the city, his career in comedy, and warming up for Fallon. In the news, all hell broke loose for Steve Rannazzisi, and what could this mean for him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 18, 2015•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 35
It's back to school week and Mark and Matt talk about important things like the movie that shares that name. Colbert returns to TV, Lucille Ball sees a revival, and Matt knows who would portray him in a biopic. Comedian Dave Hill joins us to discuss his career in comedy and his many, many, projects including his new album, writing the theme song for "Last Week Tonight with John Oliver," and the proper way to hip check joggers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 11, 2015•59 min•Ep. 34
Mark and Matt discuss their recent trip to see a test show of Late Show with Stephen Colbert before it premieres. Then, keeping with the late night theme, comedian Josh Gondelman joins us for an interview. Josh is a writer on Last Week Tonight with John Oliver who oversaw the show's deployment into being a web powerhouse. Shout out to our listeners who helped Matt find something he'd been looking for for a long time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 04, 2015•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 33
This week Mark and Matt tackle the comedy news like Bill Burr's comments on Caitlyn Jenner, Forbes highest paid actors on TV list. We then welcome comedian Nick Vatterott onto the show to discuss the Brooklyn Comedy Festival and his experience on reality TV like "America's Got Talent." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 28, 2015•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 32
In the news we discuss Fat Jew's joke thievery, Chappelle's tour, and Documentary Now! Mark and Matt then welcome lead singer of The Kickback, Billy Yost onto the podcast. Billy is a big fan of comedy and has some killer Doug Stanhope stories and goes round for round with some pop culture trivia, as well as doppleganger discussion. The Kickback's debut album, "Sorry All Over The Place" is in stores September 18th, and listeners should check it out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcast...
Aug 21, 2015•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 31
We're at the Just For Laughs festival and while waiting to speak with Alonzo Bodden, Todd Glass decides to crash our interviews. In the comedy news, Mark and Matt talk about the I Am Chris Farley documentary, old episodes of The Tonight Show, and remembering Robin Williams on the one year anniversary of his death. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 14, 2015•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 30
Another dispatch from Warped Tour where the Canadian rock band PUP speak with us. They're big comedy fans and totally great people. Mark and Matt run down the news of the day including Amy Schumer on gun control, Monty Python, and the legacy of Jon Stewart. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 07, 2015•58 min•Ep. 29
We're sharing stories from the Just For Laughs festival in Montreal. The biggest comedy festival in the world. Good times were had, from roasts judged, one man shows, and a bit of Goddamn comedy jamming. While there, we caught up with comedian Steve Byrne who was in town along with countless other comedians. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 31, 2015•58 min•Ep. 28
Matt and Mark talk about comedy movies in the box office. Emmy awards, what new specials are happening. Our guest, Jamie Kaler joins from our recent trip to the West Coast. We discuss his career in comedy, from an extra on Friends to starring in a TV series. It's been a fun trip. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 24, 2015•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 27
Iconic porn star Lisa Ann joins us with her comedy business partner Jay Nog. Lisa Ann and Jay discuss their NYC comedy show, "Paid or Pain" which is kicking off its next show on Friday, July 17th at 11:30pm. Lisa tells stories from her career, portraying Sarah Palin in XXX films, fantasy sports, and life after porn. In the news, Mark and Matt talk about safety in comedy clubs and who is ultimately responsible. Is it the clubs, the comics, the fans, or everyone? Learn more about your ad choices. ...
Jul 17, 2015•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 26
Mark and Matt welcome the Justin and Josh from band Motion City Soundtrack fresh off their performance at The Warped Tour. We talk about music, comedy, and what it's like being veterans of the tour. In the news, everyone has a new special, TV developments are all over the place, and there's even more to add to the Bill Cosby story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 10, 2015•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 25
Mark and Matt welcome comedian and host of American Ninja Warrior Matt Iseman as we talk about the popularity of the show and what its like behind the scenes on the physically demanding reality TV show. In the news we talk Ghostbusters, some new documentaries, and UCB hitting a milestone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 03, 2015•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 24
This week comedian Lisa Lampanelli joins us for a conversation about her career in comedy and new stand-up special, "Back To The Drawing Board." In the comedy news the President podcasts with Marc Maron and stand-up continues to rule the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 26, 2015•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 23
Mark and Matt are in Los Angeles for the kickoff of The 2015 Vans Warped Tour. TLB is the presenter of the tour’s comedy tent, which will be on the tour for the first time this year. In addition to taking in some great comedy shows, we speak with SideOneDummy records co-founder and comedian Joe Sib as well as Eli Ostberg, two of the men responsible for the comedy portion of the tour this year. We discuss parallels of music and comedy business, favorite records, and the business of the Warped Tou...
Jun 19, 2015•1 hr 35 min•Ep. 22
Our 21st episode! We're legally old enough to drink now. This week on the podcast Mark and Matt welcome the one and only John Leguizamo live on the scene at our stand-up show at BookCon 2015. John is set to release a graphic novel of his one man show Ghetto Klown this fall. In the news we talk Seinfeld, festivals, and favorite stand-up specials of the year (so far). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 12, 2015•56 min•Ep. 21
Mark is free! After being sequestered for jury duty all week he returns for Matt to catch him up on all the comedy news. Then Tom Cotter speaks. The veteran comedian tells us about coming up in the Boston comedy scene to his time on America's Got Talent. He's done it all, and he has the tales to tell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 05, 2015•1 hr 35 min•Ep. 20
Mark and Matt have some big Laugh Button news this week as we're going on tour this summer. We then meet up with comedian Jen Kirkman to catch a bite to eat and talk about her new Netflix special. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 29, 2015•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 19
Big Jay Oakerson and Ralph Sutton, co-hosts from The SDR Show just celebrated their one year of podcasting. They joined Mark and Matt to talk about their trip up until this point. As you'd imagine, it involves a lot of sex, drugs, and rock & roll. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 22, 2015•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 18
On this week's podcast Mark and Matt are all over the upfront news as networks decided the fates of future sitcoms this week. We also dove into the rest of the comedy news about live stand-up shows that may or may not have included a few Brian Regan impressions. After the news we welcome comedian/writer Aparna Nancherla to talk about the taping of her debut stand-up comedy album, what it's like to audition for TV shows, and then Mark Mark decides to one-up the rest of the gang and discuss films ...
May 15, 2015•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 17
Mark and Matt talk about comedy holograms, yes those are a thing. The Simpsons will outlast us all and Just For Laughs announces its lineup this year. Comedian Keith Alberstadt joins us to talk about his love of sports, what its like being a comedy writer, and mascots. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 08, 2015•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 16
Mark and Matt welcome podcasting vets Keith And The Girl, the duo host one of the longest-running podcasts in existence. They just celebrated their 10 year anniversary of their podcast. We discuss comedy news and then dive into some of the KATG history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 01, 2015•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 15
Mark and Matt deliver thoughts about late night humor, Nate Bargatze, Nic Cage, Aziz on Netflix, and even a bit about Star Wars. We then host Rob Cantrell to discuss Karate and Fireworks with Mitch Hedberg, weed, and how much you would pay for your memories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 24, 2015•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 14
There's a lot of amateur raps on this episode as Mark and Matt discuss the comedy news including Amy Schumer hosting the VMAs, HBO's new season of comedy shows, and Letterman. They then welcome comedian Myq Kaplan onto the show to discuss his comedy career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 17, 2015•1 hr 38 min•Ep. 13
We welcome the one and only Danny Tamberelli who's best known as one of the title characters on "The Adventures of Pete And Pete." Since his time on the iconic show, Tamberelli's become an accomplished musician and currently spending time in the comedy troupe MANBOOBS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 10, 2015•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 12
Mark and Matt discuss the comedy news, including Trevor Noah becoming the new host of The Daily Show. They then welcome comedian Pete Lee to discuss his life as a road comic, his stint on a soap opera, and an encounter with social activists. Pete might be the nicest guy ever and finally returns something to Mark that he borrowed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 03, 2015•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 11
Mark and Matt deliver all the comedy news of the week which includes a Super Troopers sequel, a new Patrice O'Neal documentary, and Broad F*ckin City. They then welcome Iliza Shlesinger onto the show to talk about life while down in Austin for SXSW. For advertising opportunities email advertise@thelaughbutton.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 27, 2015•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 10
Mark and Matt are live from Austin, TX for the annual South By Southwest (SXSW) to see some comedy. They welcome comedian Nate Bargatze onto the podcast to talk about his upcoming special, and what it took to get him to the festival. For advertising opportunities email advertise@thelaughbutton.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 20, 2015•1 hr•Ep. 9
This week comedian Aaron Berg talks comedy news with Mark. The discussion ranges from bad meat, hair clubs, body builders named "Hot Chocolate," past addictions to wine, his new book, receiving oral pleasure 3 times on stage in Canada, and cutting edge comedy. For advertising opportunities email advertise@thelaughbutton.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 12, 2015•40 min•Ep. 8
Mark and Matt are joined in the studio by Giulia Rozzi and Brook Van Poppelen, two comedians who wrote and star in the web series, "Seeing Other People." The gang discusses stand-up vs writing comedy, Hollywood re-treads, and lifehacks. For advertising opportunities email advertise@thelaughbutton.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 05, 2015•43 min•Ep. 7