Best Mark Malkoff Podcasts (2024)

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136 Johnny Mack Host Of Daily Comedy News Talks Letterman Influence And The State Of Comedy 1:33:03

38m ago1:33:03

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This week’s guest is the host of the Daily Comedy News podcast, Johnny Mack. Johnny, whose full name is John McDermott, is a veteran in broadcasting whose career has spanned decades both in the studio and behind the scenes. After his lengthy time in terrestrial radio, John was brought on board Sirius Satellite Radio during its infancy and was given…

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11 Why Professional Content Moderators Can't Afford to Lose Faith in Humanity | Alice Hunsberger 1:30:31

1h ago1:30:31

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When we report a spammer, a scammer, or online harassment, where does it go? Who decides what gets removed or banned? Bots can do some of the work, but when it comes to messy online emotions, we need human expertise for context and judgement. So who are these heroes? What do they see all day? And how does content moderation work on a global scale, …

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135 Nick Prueher Was Head Reseacher For Late Show, Cofounded The Found Footage Festival, And Pranked His Way To AGT 56:16

27m ago56:16

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This week’s guest is Nick Prueher. For five years, Nick worked in the research department for Late Show with David Letterman, eventually becoming head researcher and a segment producer. Those years were filled with many interesting adventures working for the legendary broadcaster. In this episode, Nick and Mike scratch the surface of those adventur…

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10 ADHD and Sex: How a Life-Changing Diagnosis Launched Her Viral TikTok Career | Catie Osborn 1:30:14

31m ago1:30:14

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When Catie Osborn ( @Catieosaurus ) had a medical emergency, she thought she was losing her mind — perhaps experiencing early onset dementia. But after further evaluation, she got a much different diagnosis: ADHD. Suddenly, her entire life snapped into focus: Intense fixation and extreme boredom, difficulty maintaining friendships, the crushing bur…

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134 The Influence of Letterman on Today’s Broadcasters wish guest Chris Schieman 1:27:56

1d ago1:27:56

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Episode 134 of The Letterman Podcast features Chris Schieman, host of the mildly successful show There’s Too Many Podcasts, which Mike recently guested on. Chris, a broadcaster from the Midwest heavily influenced by David Letterman, and Mike have a very personal and fun conversation about Letterman’s influence on today’s broadcasters and how the in…

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09 Stop Doom-Scrolling: His Daily Doses of Hope PROVE We Can Beat the Climate Crisis | @JacobSimonSays 1:34:03

3d ago1:34:03

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At the age of 7, Jacob Simon set out to become a world-class figure skater. He competed around the world and was training for the Olympics when a dislocated shoulder derailed his career. Devastated but not defeated, he made a conscious choice to focus on the positive. His other skills as a writer and artist came in handy when he started sharing sho…

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133 A Journey Through Comedy, Kimmel, and the California Desert 1:17:27

8d ago1:17:27

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Episode 133 of The Letterman Podcast features the return of Mike’s lovely wife, Candace Chisholm, as his guest. The two discuss the recent episode of My Next Guest Needs No Introduction with David Letterman, featuring the very special guest, John Mulaney. They also delve into the legacy of legendary entertainment manager Jack Rollins and recount th…

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08 The "Ken Burns of Video Games" Nailed Longform YouTube Before It Was Cool | The Gaming Historian (Norman Caruso) 1:56:34

10d ago1:56:34

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I'm on vacation this week, but very happy to share this interview we did on another show, with Norman Caruso (The Gaming Historian) back in 2021. If you enjoy games as much as we do, check out "Colette & Matt Have Entered the Chat," wherever you get podcasts: https://haveenteredthechat.com/ -- Original Show Notes from May 28, 2021 -- Norman Caruso,…

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132 Featuring Shannon Eis, who appeared on Late Show more than many movie stars, and introduced David Letterman to dozens of new toys! 48:54

15d ago48:54

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Episode 132 of The Letterman Podcast features the delightful Shannon Eis, who appeared on Late Show with David Letterman 19 times between 2003 and 2014 in a recurring segment showcasing upcoming toys for both the holiday and summer seasons. Shannon is delightful, insightful, and a communicator at the highest level.Shannon and Mike dive deep into ho…

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07 Meet the Comedy Nerd Documenting the History of Late Night, One Podcast at a Time | Mark Malkoff 1:39:19

17d ago1:39:19

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When Mark Malkoff was in 8th grade, he wrote a letter to Phil Hartman, one of his comedy heroes on "Saturday Night Live." He assumed Hartman was too famous and busy to look at fan mail. Except, Hartman *did* respond with a heartfelt note. For Mark, this (and many other encounters) cemented a life-long obsession with comedy and late night TV — so mu…

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131 Hollywood Day 3 Started With Breakfast With Morty and Ended With Dave Interviewing Tim Robinson 47:53

23d ago47:53

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Episode 131 of The Letterman Podcast takes you on a journey through day three of our Hollywood adventure. Mike’s wife, Candace, joins him as they recount the Wednesday of his trip, which included a breakfast with the legendary Robert Morton, an incredibly moving and unexpected moment at the iconic Comedy Store, and hanging out with Late Night bumpe…

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130 Brian Cimino Has Been A Utility Player For Both Letterman And Colbert 1:50:57

25d ago1:50:57

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Episode 130 of The Letterman Podcast features Brian Cimino, a true utility player for the Late Show with David Letterman. What’s a utility? You gotta watch the episode to find out! Brian and Mike have an awesome conversation about his time at the show from 2003 all the way to the end, and his ongoing career at the Late Show with Stephen Colbert to …

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06 He Quit His World-Touring Band to Teach Drum Lessons on the Internet | Mike Johnston 1:29:58

24d ago1:29:58

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Mike Johnston was living the dream. His band was signed to a major label. He was touring the world, playing for thousands of adoring fans, and making good money. But something was missing. He didn't know what, until a friend told him how happy he looked when he was teaching drums, rather than performing. That's when he figured out he has an "educat…

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05 Information Disorder: The Disturbing Rise of Political Misinformation Influencers | Lam Thuy Vo 1:53:45

1M ago1:53:45

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“Fake news,” conspiracy theories, and click-bait are no stranger to all our Internet feeds. When we spot it, we may block an account or kindly refer a relative to a more reputable source. But what about the misinformation we can’t even see? Specifically, content in other languages, created for online communities we can’t possibly access? For the re…

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129 Oh The Gifts Hollywood Gave Us! Jackets, and Cue-Cards And Microphones Oh My! Featuring Candace Chisholm and Gabe Abelson 1:09:30

1M ago1:09:30

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Episode 129 of The Letterman Podcast is the continuation of our journey down to Hollywood, California. This is Hollywood Day Two, a day full of fellowship with Letterman alumni, a reunion with J Ryan and his wife, Nicole, and Mike being the special guest for the taping of the season premiere of Frasier.Our episode starts off with Mike visiting form…

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04 How a Star Wars Parody Show Changed YouTube Forever | Blame Society (Aaron Yonda & Matt Sloan) 1:14:46

1M ago1:14:46

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The early days of YouTube were for home movies, cat videos, and short vlogs. But in the summer of 2006, something emerged from Wisconsin that would change our perception of what Internet video was capable of. “Chad Vader: Day Shift Manager” tells the classic story of Darth Vader’s younger brother, who commands a middle-management job at the local g…

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128 Hillary Rollins could very well be the daughter of the greatest manager Hollywood has ever seen...oh, and he managed Dave too 1:23:56

2M ago1:23:56

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Episode 128 of The Letterman Podcast features Hillary Rollins, daughter of the legendary Hollywood manager Jack Rollins. In this episode, Mike sits down with Hillary to discuss her father’s remarkable career and his profound influence on the world of comedy and entertainment. Jack Rollins managed and produced for some of the most iconic comedians i…

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03 Why This Brilliant Visual FX Artist Would Rather Work on TikTok Than in Hollywood | Chelsea VFX 1:09:22

2M ago1:09:22

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Chelsea Laufer went to a prestigious film school. She got a job in TV production, and then in animation. But it wasn't until she uploaded her *own* creations to the Internet that her life turned magical. Chelsea VFX makes inspired, short-form digital magic tricks where she disappears into hula hoops, takes a dip in her own cup of coffee, and change…

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127 Mark Malkoff Comes Back, And He Ain't Alone... He Brought His New Show 'Inside Late Night' With Him! 1:18:48

2M ago1:18:48

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Episode 127 of The Letterman Podcast features the return of Mark Malkoff, founder and host of over 400 episodes of The Carson Podcast. Mark is now launching his new show, Inside Late Night, sponsored by latenighter.com.Mark and Mike have a tremendous catch-up, effortlessly navigating through all aspects of late-night television, past and present, w…

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02 He Gained 500,000 YouTube Subscribers After Making One Key Change | Craig Benzine (WheezyWaiter) 1:19:18

2M ago1:19:18

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When I was coming up in media and learning about online video around 2010-2011, Craig Benzine (known to the Internet as @wheezywaiter ) was a big inspiration. His videos were so absurd, so fast, and so funny. I felt like he was speaking to a new kind of audience. "YouTuber" was starting to become a job, and being ridiculous on the Internet could pa…

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126 The Letterman Podcast Pilgrimage To See Dave And A Bunch More Folk...Part 1 41:45

2M ago41:45

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Episode 126 of The Letterman Podcast features the delightful and bubbly Candace Chisholm, Mike’s wife, who joins us to ask Mike about his trip to Hollywood to see David Letterman perform at the Netflix Is a Joke Comedy Festival. This episode focuses on the first time Mike saw Dave during the trip, where Dave was interviewing comedian Nate Bargatze,…

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01 This Wildly Popular True Crime Podcaster Has a Secret Double Life | Jack Rhysider | Darknet Diaries 1:09:07

2M ago1:09:07

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The mysterious Jack Rhysider talks to hackers, cyber criminals, bank robbers, crypto scammers, (real!) spies, CIA agents, and penetration testers. Because his job sends him to the darkest corners of the Internet, his true identity is not known. But that never stops him from sharing how his extraordinary podcast - Darknet Diaries - comes together. F…

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125 J Ryan Impersonated an Intern at Late Show and Lived to Tell 1:22:28

3M ago1:22:28

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🎙️ Episode 125 of The Letterman Podcast welcomes back J Ryan, the charismatic host of Late Night Playset. J and Mike are longtime friends, and their lively banter makes for an engaging episode. 😄 🎬 J shares a hilarious tale from his past, recounting his daring escapades as a fake intern on Late Show with David Letterman. His close call at the Ed Su…

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124 Will Lee Returns to Talk About Love Rocks, Martin Short, Sobriety and Much More! 1:25:32

3M ago1:25:32

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Episode 124 of The Letterman Podcast features the incredibly talented bass player, Will Lee. Will is returning to The Letterman Podcast after his iconic run on both "Late Night with David Letterman" and "The Late Show with David Letterman." In this episode, Will joins Mike for a lively conversation about his experiences and memories from his time o…

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123 Scott Ryan Returns To Talk Conan's Return To The Tonight Show and How He Destroyed 'Hot Ones' Forever 1:55:44

3M ago1:55:44

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🎙️ Episode 123 of The Letterman Podcast features the return of our good friend, Scott Ryan. Among his many books, Scott wrote “The Last Days of Letterman,” chronicling the final six weeks of David Letterman’s legendary late-night run. He’s also penned oral histories on “30 Something” and “Moonlighting,” multiple books about David Lynch and Twin Pea…

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122 The Marquee Has Been Delivered and Helen Halford And Her Uncle Preston Haven't Been This Happy Since Seeing The Beatles in 1965! 55:09

3M ago55:09

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Join us for a special two-year anniversary celebration of The Letterman Podcast! This episode is dedicated to every guest who has generously shared their time, everyone who has contributed behind-the-scenes, and our incredible viewers and listeners who have embraced us as we stumble forward. In this milestone episode, we’re honored to welcome Helen…

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121 Allison Lips is a Millenial Television Historian That Is Sweet On Television That Premiered Before She Was Born 1:28:19

4M ago1:28:19

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Get ready for an enlightening conversation on Episode 121 of The Letterman Podcast, featuring television historian Allison Lips. With a profound interest and deep knowledge of the history of the medium, Allison joins us for a deep dive into the world of late-night television. During our discussion, Allison shares her love, appreciation, and experti…

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Introducing: INFLUENCE with Matt Silverman 44:28

3M ago44:28

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Oh hey there! Matt here. It's been a minute, but if you're subscribed to this feed, I have a big update for you. 2G1P is now INFLUENCE, and I'm very excited (and nervous!) to be taking the reigns of a show we are so proud of. All the details you need to know are in this ep, and down below. I hope you'll join me for this next chapter! Help me reach …

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120 Bill Shortridge Created The Art For Buh-Weet-Sings And The Morning Show Bumpers And Got Nominated For An Emmy 1:32:35

4M ago1:32:35

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Get ready for an engaging conversation on Episode 120 of The Letterman Podcast, featuring the talented graphic artist, Bill Shortridge. Bill’s illustrious career spans several iconic television projects, including his work with NBC during the early years of ‘Saturday Night Live,’ David Letterman’s morning show, and ‘Late Night with David Letterman.…

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119 Donick Cary Sings Like A Canary Is The Title Of This Episode Because It Rhymes 1:45:03

4M ago1:45:03

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Get ready for an enlightening conversation as we welcome Donick Cary to The Letterman Podcast! Donick’s comedy journey began in Nantucket, where he dreamt of working for David Letterman. His aspiration became a reality when he landed an internship at ‘Late Night with David Letterman,’ which eventually led to a position as a writer on the iconic lat…

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118 Al Chez Blows a Mean Horn, and Did so for Jon Bon Jovi, Don Rickles and The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Not to Mention Letterman 1:35:54

4M ago1:35:54

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Get ready for a musical journey! Episode 118 of The Letterman Podcast, features the incredible horn blower, Al Chez! 🎺 Join Al and Mike as they dive into Al’s fascinating musical background, from his formative years playing on the Jersey Shore with fellow musicians like Bruce Kapler and a young Jon Bon Jovi, to his first encounters with Late-Night …

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117 Steve Winer Returns to Talk About Comedy, Mickey, and Shecky, Also, RIP Jerry Foley 2:02:55

5M ago2:02:55

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Welcome back to The Letterman Podcast! Episode 117 brings us another delightful conversation with former OG Letterman Writer, Steve Winer, making his third appearance on the show! 🎙️ As one of the original writers for Late Night with David Letterman, Steve joins Mike for a fun-filled chat about comedy, sharing memories from the iconic late-night sh…

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116 Steve Young Returns to Blow Us Away With His Hilarious Music and Hilarious Insights 1:25:31

5M ago1:25:31

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Get ready for laughs and insights as The Letterman Podcast welcomes back the legendary Steve Young for Episode 116! 🎙️ \ Join Mike as he catches up with one of the most prolific writers in the history of the David Letterman mythos. In this episode, Steve shares exciting updates on his current projects, including both the short and long-form comedic…

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115 Len Goldberg Witnessed 'D-Day' And Has The Box Office Sign To Prove It! 53:34

5M ago53:34

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Get ready for a nostalgic journey as The Letterman Podcast welcomes Len Goldberg to Episode 115! Len, a dedicated Letterman enthusiast for over four decades, joins host Mike for a captivating discussion about his enduring memories and encounters with the show over the years. Len and Mike delve into a significant moment in Letterman history: May 21,…

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114 Late Show Writer Jeremy Weiner Shows & Tells The Shows Some More 1:41:35

5M ago1:41:35

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Get ready for a trip down memory lane as The Letterman Podcast welcomes back former Late Show with David Letterman writer Jeremy Weiner for Episode 114! 🎉 Join Mike for a front seat view as Jeremy unveils a long-sealed box from his attic, filled with cherished memories and keepsakes from his time at Late Show, in a special show-and-tell episode. In…

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113 Adam Nedeff Know More About Game Shows Than We Know About Letterman 2:32:20

5M ago2:32:20

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Get ready for a mammoth episode of The Letterman Podcast as we welcome game show historian Adam Nedeff to the mic for Episode 113. Join Mike as he and Adam embark on a deep dive into the captivating world of game shows, late-night television, and the intersection of both. In this episode, Mike and Adam explore David Letterman’s fascinating history …

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112 Author Bill Carter, The World's Greatest Expert On Late Night Television Entertainment Returns 1:17:02

6M ago1:17:02

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Get ready for a momentous occasion on The Letterman Podcast as we welcome back the incomparable Bill Carter for Episode 112. With a career deeply intertwined with the fabric of late-night TV, Bill Carter’s insights and perspectives are unparalleled. In this episode, Mike and Bill enjoy another captivating conversation, exploring a myriad of topics …

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111 The Stupid Human Tricks of Chris Clark And The Experiences Of Said Tricks 1:36:12

6M ago1:36:12

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Finally, The Letterman Podcast has a Stupid Human Trick participant as our guest! No wagering please. In this episode, we welcome the incredible Chris Clark, a two-time participant in the iconic Stupid Human Tricks segment on Late Show with David Letterman. Join host Mike as Chris recounts his twice-in-a-lifetime experience, sharing the behind-the-…

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110 Wally Feresten Is Cue-Card Late Night Television Royalty And Has The Stories To Prove It! 1:31:52

6M ago1:31:52

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Welcome to Episode 110 of The Letterman Podcast! 🎙️ Join your host Mike and the legendary cue card professional, Wally Feresten, for a delightful conversation that spans nearly 35 years of late-night television history. Wally has been the go-to cue card guy for iconic shows like Late Night with David Letterman, Saturday Night Live, Late Night with …

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109 Jon Beckerman Co-Created Ed, The Bowling Alley Lawyer Show While Writing For Letterman 2:53:58

6M ago2:53:58

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Welcome to Episode 109 of The Letterman Podcast! 🎙️ In this enlightening installment, we’re joined by the talented Jon Beckerman, a Harvard alum and seasoned writer who played a pivotal role in the late-night legacy of David Letterman & Company. Jon’s journey of comedic destiny began at Harvard, where he became part of the prestigious Harvard Lampo…

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108 Warren Zevon Historian Adam Unger Is Here And He's Got The Goods! 2:42:06

7M ago2:42:06

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Welcome to another captivating episode of The Letterman Podcast! 🎙️ In today’s installment, we immerse ourselves in the world of Warren Zevon alongside a special guest, his official historian, Adam Unger. What unfolds when two dedicated individuals, Mike and Adam, bonded by their passion for preserving and celebrating the timeless legacies of David…

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Hiatus 7:19

6M ago7:19

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Happy new year! We wanted to share an update about some truly unexpected circumstances, and explain that the show (and all Patreon contributions) will be paused while we figure things out. We hope you'll still hang with us on Discord, and please get in touch if you have any questions: discord.gg/2g1p 2g1podcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad ch…

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107 The Tom Snyder Tribute Episode Featuring Very Special Guest Annie Snyder 1:23:07

7M ago1:23:07

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Tom Snyder, who passed away in 2007, was a broadcast legend who has deep connections to the David Letterman mythos. For years he followed Johnny Carson's Tonight Show by hosting 'The Tomorrow Show,' a long form conversation television program featuring world class panelists from entertainment, politics, and pop culture. David Letterman was a dedica…

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106 Part 2 of our 2023 Year in Review. Cavett! Rupert! The Hello Deli Sells! We Visit The Ed Sullivan Theater! 1:37:39

7M ago1:37:39

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In our last episode produced in 2023, we are proud to release our year in review, part 2. The second half of 2023 was an active one in the world of The Letterman Podcast. The chief event of the year was the shocking, yet inevitable news that Rupert and May sold the Hello Deli, and the retirement party that Worldwide Pants threw for them at the Ed S…

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105 The Letterman Podcast Made It A Full Calendar Year, And The Oddsmakers Take A Beating 1:14:24

7M ago1:14:24

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The first complete calendar year for #thelettermanpodcast is nearly in the books, so we decided to dedicate a couple of episodes to look back on some of the highlights the #podcast created during 2023. In this episode we show over 20 clips of different guests we had on the show during the first six months of the year. Mike also talks about some of …

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282 3 GIRLS 1 PODCAST 1:07:14

7M ago1:07:14

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This week we're joined by an EXTREMELY special guest. You might even say ... it's a Christmas miracle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Matt Silverman

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104 Sandra Bernhard's Radio Show Gets a Visit From The Letterman Podcast. Also, Merry Christmas 58:04

7M ago58:04

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Merry Christmas, and Happy Holidays from #thelettermanpodcast In this episode Mike makes a spontaneous, surprise appearance on Sandra Bernhard's radio show, where the decision is made that she will indeed appear as a guest on a future episode of The Letterman Podcast! He also shares his reaction to the special episode 100 compilation we released ov…

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103 The Letterman Podcast Don Giller Celebration Compilation Part Four: Epilogue, Odds & Ends 56:55

7M ago56:55

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The Letterman Podcast's 100th episode 4-Part extravaganza comes to a close with this final instalment. A VERY special thanks to Don Giller for spending countless hours sifting through footage from The Letterman Podcast's first 100 episodes, and build the unique narrative that he did. We also thank each and every guest that took the time to go down …

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281 How Medievalists Went From Dusty Libraries to Online Influencers 1:01:57

7M ago1:01:57

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Academic researchers have typically kept to universities and book publishing. But as the Web was maturing in the mid 2000s, blogs and social media accounts devoted to history attracted significant audiences. It turns out lots of people (besides professors) wanted to learn about stuff like: The Middle Ages. Danièle Cybulskie (known as the "5 Minute …

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102 The Don Giller Compilation Celebration Part Three: The Late Show Years 2:13:57

8M ago2:13:57

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#thelettermanpodcast is pleased to present the continuation of our 100th episode celebration. The definitive archivist of #davidletterman material #dongiller has gone to painstaking efforts to organize highlights of the hundreds of hours we have filmed so far to create a 4 part compilation of the #behindthescenes moments of the #letterman timeline …

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