Shalom my Emotional Support Humans. Today would’ve been Anne Frank’s 90th Birthday, so I thought it might be an appropriate time to explain why I chose to roast her on my Netflix show “Historical Roasts” and address some of the criticism from around the world. We also talk to comedian Rachael Feinstein who portrays Anne on the show. So… Long Live the great and powerful Anne Frank. Life is hard. Let’s get through it together. Make sure to rate and review us on iTunes, send us your feedback to thi...
Jun 12, 2019•1 hr 7 min
My friend Yamaneika Saunders plays Harriet Tubman on my new Netflix series "Historical Roasts". She came by my NYC apartment to chat about that experience as well as some “Touchy Subjects” including the merits of the new Kentucky Fried Chicken Hotubs. Also joining is my pal and comedy historian Yale Professor Eddy Friedfeld. Life is hard. Lets get through it together. Make sure to rate and review on iTunes, send us your feedback to thickskinwithjeffross@gmail.com, and follow us on Instagram @thi...
May 25, 2019•1 hr
Bob Saget is a good pal and one of the wisest men I know. He came by the bunker to talk about his new film, “Benjamin” as well as his epic appearance as Abe Lincoln on my new Netflix show “Historical Roasts”. Bob also dropped some hilarious stories about his friendship with my idol Rodney Dangerfield. “Touchy Subjects” include the recent abortion ban in Alabama plus “Roast In Peace” tributes to Doris Day and Tim Conway. Life is hard. Let’s get through it together. Make sure to send us your feedb...
May 16, 2019•1 hr 57 min
“Roast in Peace” Chewbacca, may the force be with you. Plus the Sklar Brothers, Randy and Jason come by the bunker for a late night therapy session and to help me tackle some “Touchy Subjects” like the giant asteroid that might hit Earth and cocaine shrimp. Life is hard. Let’s get through it together. Make sure to send us your feedback at roastmastergeneral@gmail.com, and follow us on instagram @thickskinwithjeffross @therealjeffreyross @eddietunes @sklarbrothers Additional material: Ed Larson, ...
May 07, 2019•1 hr 30 min
This episode is so funny. My pal, legendary voice actor John DiMaggio comes by the bunker and joyfully transforms into many of his popular animation characters including Bender from “Futurama”, Jake from “Adventure Time” and King Zog from Netflix’s new Matt Groening hit “Disenchantment”. After John (and the many voices in his head) help us through a few “Touchy Subjects” – such as my take on the recent comedian-free White House Correspondents Dinner – we chat about our long friendship and pay “R...
May 02, 2019•1 hr 11 min
Sometimes springtime is too cheery, so I decided to invite my pal, star of Netflix's "Atypical" and podcast king Michael Rapaport over to the bunker to smack talk some "Touchy Subjects". Then he sticks around for a great interview about podcasting, acting with Woody Allen, and why he thinks Trump is going to win again. We start the show with a special birthday shout out to Queen Elizabeth and it ends with a "'Roast in Peace" tribute to the legend Prince who passed away three years ago this week....
Apr 25, 2019•1 hr 26 min
It's almost Easter and Passover so I invited God over to the bunker to chat about the fire at Notre Dame and other "Touchy Subjects". Then my friend and legendary funny person Fred Willard also stops by to chat about his appearance on my upcoming Netflix series, "Historical Roasts" among other things. And God isn't the only one who acts in mysterious ways. My pal master magician Bernie Shine performs some amazing audio magic. Hearing is believing. It all ends with a "Roast in Peace" of a rhino p...
Apr 18, 2019•58 min
I was recently invited by The President to the White House for a reception celebrating the passing of The First Step Act. It was an emotional event commemorating the early release of many non-violent criminals who were sent away for decades after being given unfair sentences. One of those people, a guy named Troy Powell calls into the podcast to tell us what it was like to go from wearing a prison jumpsuit in the big house last month to standing on stage with the President in the East Room of th...
Apr 10, 2019•1 hr 29 min
Comedy Central Roast fans all remember the hilariously ruthless Greg Giraldo who skewered Flava Flav, David Hasselhoff, Pam Anderson, Larry The Cable Guy and others. Greg passed away nine years ago and there’s a new biography “Greg Giraldo: A Comedian’s Story” coming out ( https://amzn.to/2I3eUnR ) so I had the co-author Matt Balaker over to tell us all about it. Also joining us is Greg Giraldo’s dear pal and roast writing partner Jesse Joyce. It was fun and cathartic to reminisce about Greg and...
Apr 04, 2019•1 hr 40 min
Bluesman Gary Clark Jr. has a hot new album out called “This Land” that bends genres and confronts racism. He came by my NYC apartment to tell us all about it. He also tuned up my Stratocaster and even helped us through some “Touchy Subjects” such as whether or not Michael Jackson should be kicked out of the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame. Of course it all winds down with Gary accompanying me for a special mafia themed “Roast In Peace”. Life is hard but we’re getting through it together. Make sure...
Mar 27, 2019•1 hr 25 min
My buddy, Grammy winning musician and mood philosopher John Mayer came by the bunker for his first podcast interview ever. We discussed the similarities between music and comedy, our dogs, the blues, The Dead, hating haters, his new line of @PRSguitars and his upcoming world tour. It all winds up nicely when John grabs my acoustic and accompanies our “Roast In Peace” of a billionaire who died while getting his penis enlarged. Life is hard. We’re getting through it together. Make sure to give us ...
Mar 19, 2019•1 hr 11 min
We're not ready to say goodbye to our dear friend Brody Stevens, so I had my friends, comedian Annie Lederman and writer Kevin Schini over to reminisce and share stories about Big Brody. Then we burn through some "Touchy Subjects" such as the new Michael Jackson documentary, sending women to Mars, and how much of a comedian Donald Trump can be sometimes. For our "Roast in Peace" segment, I share audio of the eulogy I did for Brody's friends and family at his recent memorial. Life is hard, we're ...
Mar 14, 2019•1 hr 3 min
I was thrilled to have a sweet and funny guy – and one of the creative forces behind “Borat”, “Seinfeld”, and “Curb Your Enthusiasm” over for a chat about his new Netflix documentary series “Larry Charles’ Dangerous World of Comedy”. It’s a terrifying project that chronicles Larry’s search for levity in warzones and dictatorships. Cousin Ed and I also tackled some “Touchy Subjects” such as the new Michael Jackson documentary and Stormy Daniels’ attempt at stand-up comedy. We also feature a “Roas...
Mar 06, 2019•1 hr 48 min
This is a tough one. Even though I was annoyed by Brody for years we grew to be great friends, toured together, and shared a stage almost every night at The Comedy Store. I’m still in denial that he killed himself this week. Our friends Benji Aflalo and Sarah Tiana came by yesterday to help me make some sense of it all and celebrate his legacy in a positive way. “Positive Energy” was Brody’s mantra and you can listen to our tribute for free on @Spotify . Roast in Peace, Brody Stevens. #ThickSkin...
Feb 26, 2019•1 hr 21 min
I love this episode. My top comic and Bumping Mics partner Dave Attell is passing through town. After we did sets at the local Hollywood clubs, I drove Dave up to my house and into the bunker for an intimate chat about his life, our Netflix special and some hilarious “Touchy Subjects”. Dave crushes it. My cousin Ed and musician Tal Wilkenfeld also hung with us. The show ends with out “RIP” tribute to Peter Tork of The Monkees . Life is hard. We’re getting through it together. Make sure to send y...
Feb 25, 2019•42 min
Today on "Thick Skin" we play Two Truths and a Lie...well the jury's still out on that one. Listen to our take on the Jussie Smollett controversy. We also discuss other "Touchy Subjects" such as Tekashi 69, and zombie deer. My pal Magician Bernie Shine does a trick, and we pay tribute to actor Bruno Ganz for our segment "Roast in Peace". Also joining me are my friends, actor and comedian @RealJasminLeigh artist @kiiarens and model @kiaboissiere. Roast On!
Feb 20, 2019•51 min
I was in a musical mood so I invited my good friend over, bassist and songwriter Tal Wilkenfeld to talk about her musical journey and her new album "Love Remains". We also end with a nice Roast in Peace of my friend Ernie Barry. Feel free to subscribe to our show on Itunes, and send your feedback to thickskinwithjeffross@gmail.com . Rock and Roast on! @realjeffreyross @Eddietunes_ @talwilkenfeld
Feb 18, 2019•43 min
It's a full bunker tonight, and we have a lot to talk about. Should Will Smith just go back into the magic lamp? I have my friend and the creator of Disney's "Tangled: The Series" Chris Sonnenburg over to discuss the new Aladdin trailer. Comedian Nimesh Patel also comes by to tell us about that time he was kicked off stage at Columbia University for delivering “offensive” material. We also chat about polar bears, fighting Grandmas and other “Touchy Subjects”. We end with a “Roast in Peace” to sc...
Feb 13, 2019•57 min
My friend Dane Cook stops by the bunker to gloat about his pal Tom Brady winning another Super Bowl, share some stories from his life, and talk about his new upcoming tour. We read jokes submitted by you our listeners for our “Fan Slam” and end with a special Roast in Peace to our fallen heroes, the Los Angeles Rams. If you had fun don’t forget to subscribe to this podcast. Also don't forget to send us feedback at thickskinwithjeffross@gmail.com @therealjeffreyross @eddietunes @danecook...
Feb 06, 2019•56 min
Just me and Cousin Ed reminiscing about his best pal and rising comedy star Kevin Barnett who passed away suddenly this week. We also pay tribute to some other comedic greats gone too soon. On a happier note we play a clip from a recent stand up show in which legendary guitarist Nils Lofgren joined me on stage to roast the city of Phoenix. Then we debate the “Touchy Subject” of that red MAGA hat wearing high school kid who stood nose to nose with that Native American Vietnam veteran. It all ends...
Jan 29, 2019•59 min
It's 2019 and already Cousin Ed got engaged, Bumping Mics is a hit, Trump shut down the government and Kevin Hart ghosted the Oscars. We're back in The Bunker to talk about it all. I also share a few showbiz stories, and some great memories as we pay a Roast in Peace tribute to three legendary entertainers, Bob “Super Dave” Einstein, Daryl “Captain” Dragon and a great friend, Ernie Barry. Also joining me is actress and comedian Jasmin Leigh and Master illusionist Bernie Shine. Life is hard... le...
Jan 07, 2019•1 hr 6 min
