Mike Birbiglia's Working It Out

By: Mike Birbiglia
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  • Comedian Mike Birbiglia welcomes a different comedian or creator each week and together they work out original, untested material. And, occasionally, uncomfortable topics. Join them as they work it out.
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Episodes
  • 158. Ben Stiller and Adam Scott: Working it Innie and Outie
    Jan 27 2025

    This week Mike sits down with Severance’s very own Ben Stiller and Adam Scott. The three of them dig into the behind the scenes of Severance Season 2 and discuss what it is that makes them work so well together as actor and director. Ben and Adam share audition advice for actors, as well as how their grieving processes influenced their work together. Plus, Mike and Adam nerd out about The Ben Stiller Show and Reality Bites, and Mike reveals which Severance character he almost played.

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    54 mins
  • 157. Matt Rogers: Las Culturistas Meets Las Birbiglia-istas
    Jan 20 2025

    Matt Rogers is a beloved comedian, writer, actor, and co-host of cult hit podcast “Las Culturistas.” Matt sits down with Mike for a chat about the ups and downs of show business, the inside of writing for a hit TV series, and what it was like when Matt and his podcast co-host Bowen Yang were both invited to audition for SNL. Matt also discusses why having fun is the most important ingredient for creativity. Plus, advice via Jessica Chastain and why Mike somewhat regularly has to throw muffins in the garbage.

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    56 mins
  • 156. Stephen Colbert Returns: A Gift from the Comedy Gods
    Jan 13 2025

    This week the legendary Stephen Colbert returns to the podcast. Mike and Stephen discuss the behind-the-scenes of Stephen’s Late Night job as well as his Chicago improv days. Stephen talks wisdom passed down to him by David Letterman, Del Close, and Mike Nichols, and shares what makes him cry most easily. Plus, Stephen’s thoughts on meeting George Lucas and the Pope.

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    48 mins

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Great conversation

Mike and Hasan are both wonderful storytellers who make you laugh while also making you think. Put them together and it's magic.

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True Birbigs

If you love Mike Birbiglia, you will love him even more after listening to his podcast. I am hooked.

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Fascinating Interview!

I have been listening to Mike's Podcast on a regular basis and enjoyed this one as much if not more than any of his other interviews. What are fascinating person this artist sounds like! Another great job Mike

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The most enjoyable podcast

Such a love for comedy in this podcast delivers. What a great job. Love the behind-the-scenes looks at how comedians create, mold and develop jokes.

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Stop Counting

Please stop counting your episodes. Probably half are repeats. They were so proud of their 100th episode and it's ridiculous. They still haven't reached a 100, because there are SO MANY repeats.

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