Comedians Mark Schiff and Daniel Lobell host their friend Comedian Darren Carter to kick off the first episode of We Think It's Funny.By Mark Schiff and Lowell Benjamin

The only thing better than a Harland Williams episode is two Harland Williams episodes! We hope you enjoy Part 2 of our conversation with Harland. Harland is a talented comedian, actor, author, writer, producer, creator, director, illustrator, podcaster, musician, and t-shirt designer. And that's just what he can fit on his tax return. Harland is l…

On this week's episode of "You Don't Know Schiff," Mark and Lowell talk about "unwanted comments." Mark doesn't like when people make unwanted comments to him, but he realizes sometimes he can be guilty of make them to other people. Your hosts: markschiff.com Twitter: @markschiff Instagram: markschiff1 Lowell Benjamin Twitter: @lowellcbenjamin Inst…

This is a very special episode of "You Don't Know Schiff" with our esteemed guest, Jane Wolfe. Jane is best known as the owner of Melba's restaurant in New Orleans. Melba's is the home of the only restaurant literacy program in the World! Melba's is also the busiest po' boy shop in America. Jane, through Melba's, reaches people in need where they a…

You know him, you love him. Harland Williams is our guest this week. We had such a great time talking with Harland. Harland is a talented comedian, actor, author, writer, producer, creator, director, illustrator, podcaster, musician, and t-shirt designer. And that's just what he can fit on his tax return. Harland is loved for many of his memorable …

On this week's episode of "You Don't Know Schiff," Mark and Lowell talk while Mark is in a car in Iceland and at a waterfall. Fingers crossed that Mark didn't fall into a fjord and that he made it back home safely. Your hosts: markschiff.com Twitter: @markschiff Instagram: markschiff1 Lowell Benjamin Twitter: @lowellcbenjamin Instagram: @lowellcben…

This week on "You Don't Know Schiff," Mark and Lowell sat down to interview one of the greatest interviewers of our generation, Bill Boggs. Entertainer Bill Boggs is the author of two well-reviewed, laugh-packed, Post Hill Press satirical novels "The Adventures of Spike the Wonder Dog," (2020), and "Spike Unleashed" The Wonder Dog Returns (2023). H…

This week's esteemed guest of the podcast "You Don't Know Schiff Podcast" is David Fuhrer. David is recognized as one of the leading innovators in the worldwide toy industry. A combination inventor, consultant and agent, he has been responsible for licensing more than 300 toys (including the Aqua Doodle, Nerf Vortex Football, and Twisty Pets) which…

Phil Rosenthal is back for Part 2 (sadly the final part) of Mark and Lowell's delightful conversation with Phil. It's too bad they can't talk with Phil every week. :) Phil is a television writer and producer who is the creator, writer, and executive producer of the all-time great sitcom "Everybody Loves Raymond." And now he stars in "Somebody Feed …

We are so excited to share with you Part 1 of our conversation with the immensely talented and incredibly nice Phil Rosenthal. Mark and Lowell had a blast talking with Phil. Phil is a television writer and producer who is the creator, writer, and executive producer of the all-time great sitcom "Everybody Loves Raymond." And now he stars in "Somebod…

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This week Mark breaks down his recent breakdown. Your hosts: markschiff.com Twitter: @markschiff Instagram: markschiff1 Lowell Benjamin Twitter: @lowellcbenjamin Instagram: @lowellcbenjaminBy Mark Schiff and Lowell Benjamin

This week we share Part 2 of our fabulous conversation with the great entertainer Hiram Kasten. Hiram started his stand-up career in 1978, when Jerry Seinfeld passed him on an audition at "The Comic Strip." He went on to be a regular in the New York and New Jersey area, eventually emceeing at Dangerfields for five years, while continuing to work th…

This week on the podcast, Mark and Lowell speak with the ultimate professional actor, performer and raconteur Hiram Kasten. Hiram started his stand-up career in 1978, when Jerry Seinfeld passed him on an audition at "The Comic Strip." He went on to be a regular in the New York and New Jersey area, eventually emceeing at Dangerfields for five years,…

This week Lowell tries to get to the bottom of why Mark rarely laughs. Your hosts: markschiff.com Twitter: @markschiff Instagram: markschiff1 Lowell Benjamin Twitter: @lowellcbenjamin Instagram: @lowellcbenjaminBy Mark Schiff and Lowell Benjamin

At long last, we are releasing Part 2 of our discussion with the legendary performer and Frank Sinatra's favorite comedian, Tom Dreesen. Be sure to listen to the end to hear Tom's brilliant advice and philosophies on life! Tom has been in show business for over 50 years. He's a stand-up comedian, an actor, writer, and motivational speaker. Tom has …

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This week we are thrilled to bring you another special live episode recorded at the world famous Hollywood Improv. Our guest is the truly inimitable comic genius Jake Johannsen. And a special thanks to the crew at the Improv who made this event possible. To get more of Jake’s content, check him out here: Website: jakethis.com Instagram: instagram.c…

This week Mark and Lowell continue the conversation with the fabulous, funny friend Tom Mabe. Tom Mabe is a hysterical comedian, but even more impressive, he can declare himself a "prankster" on his taxes. Tom's original and brilliant pranks have earned him more than a billion views on social media (yes, you read that correctly, a billion!). Tom wa…

The multitalented Daniel Lobell is back on the podcast! Since we last spoke with him, he's turned his Fair Enough Comic Book into a podcast, and his documentary "Reconquistador" will have a special showing with a live Q&A in Los Angeles on Wednesday, April 26 at 7:30 p.m. To buy tickets for the live in-person showing of Reconquistador, head over to…

Tom Mabe is a hysterical comedian, but even more impressive, he can declare himself a "prankster" on his taxes. Tom's original and brilliant pranks have earned him more than a billion views on social media (yes, you read that correctly, a billion!). Tom was nice enough to join Mark and Lowell at the "studio" (we use that term lovingly for Mark's of…

This week’s episode is Part 2 of our conversation with the hilarious standup comedian, the talented artist, and long-time friend of Mark’s, Carol Siskind. In part 2, Carol talks more about comedy, art, and her philosophies on life. Carol started her stand-up career in New York, honing her skills in all of the comedy clubs in the City. She then move…

This week’s guest is the hilarious standup comedian, the talented artist, and long-time friend of Mark’s, Carol Siskind. Carol started her stand-up career in New York, honing her skills in all of the comedy clubs in the City. She then moved on to Los Angeles and has appeared on television more than 200 times. She was on "The Tonight Show with Johnn…

Lowell asks Mark about his recent shows in NYC with Jerry Seinfeld. They performed four shows at the world famous Beacon Theatre on the Upper West Side.

This week Mark and Lowell discuss the comedy of the legendary Richard Belzer and the huge role he played in Mark's career.By Mark Schiff and Lowell Benjamin

In a quick catch up this week, Mark and Lowell discuss the trials and tribulations of parking. YOUR HOSTS: MARK SCHIFF markschiff.com Twitter: @markschiff Instagram: markschiff1 Mark's new book "Why Not?: Lessons on Comedy, Courage, and Chutzpah" is available! Click on these links to buy: Amazon Barnes & Noble Books-A-Million Bookshop.org LOWELL BE…

Mark won't read instructions, and this is a test of whether anyone reads the shownotes. If you're reading this, drop us a note on Instagram and say hi! www.instagram.com/youdontknowschiff YOUR HOSTS: MARK SCHIFF markschiff.com Twitter: @markschiff Instagram: markschiff1 Mark's new book "Why Not?: Lessons on Comedy, Courage, and Chutzpah" is availab…

YOUR HOSTS: MARK SCHIFF markschiff.com Twitter: @markschiff Instagram: markschiff1 Mark's new book "Why Not?: Lessons on Comedy, Courage, and Chutzpah" is available! Click on these links to buy: Amazon Barnes & Noble Books-A-Million Bookshop.org LOWELL BENJAMIN Twitter: @lowellcbenjamin Instagram: @lowellcbenjamin Please follow “You Don’t Know Schi…

Find out more about Alonzo and see where he's performing on his website: alonzobodden.com And follow him on social media: Instagram: @zofunny Twitter: @AlonzoBodden Mark's new book "Why Not? Lessons on Comedy, Courage, and Chutzpah" The book is now available! Amazon Barnes & Noble Books-A-Million Bookshop.org YOUR HOSTS: MARK SCHIFF markschiff.com …

https://www.comedygivesback.com YOUR HOSTS: MARK SCHIFF markschiff.com Twitter: @markschiff Instagram: markschiff1 Mark's new book "Why Not?: Lessons on Comedy, Courage, and Chutzpah" is available! Click on these links to buy: Amazon Barnes & Noble Books-A-Million Bookshop.org LOWELL BENJAMIN Twitter: @lowellcbenjamin Instagram: @lowellcbenjamin Pl…

This week on the podcast, Mark and Lowell are joined by the hilarious and politically savvy Alonzo Bodden for Part 1 of his interview. Bodden is a former winner of NBC’s Last Comic Standing and he's been on countless late night tv shows, including The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Late Night with Conan O’Brien, and The Late Late Show. He's a regular …

In this special crossover episode, the brilliant interviewer Cathy Heller of "The Cathy Heller Podcast" interviews Mark live at the Hollywood Improv and discusses his new book "Why Not? Lessons on Comedy, Courage, and Chutzpah" The book is now available! Amazon Barnes & Noble Books-A-Million Bookshop.org To learn more about Cathy Heller, check out …

When you're Talking Schiff, eventually the subject will turn to a few aches and pains. Hang out with Mark and Lowell during this half hour for a little kibbitzing and kvetching as they ponder an age-old Jewish tradition, hypochondria. YOUR HOSTS: MARK SCHIFF markschiff.com Twitter: @markschiff Instagram: markschiff1 Mark's new book "Why Not?: Lesso…

As we close out the year, "You Don't Know Schiff" looks back to our first ever episode with the hilarious Kevin Nealon. In this conversation Kevin talks about his early days, his start in comedy, some deep thoughts on life, and how he began his newest career as a caricature artist. Since the episode aired in February, Kevin's book "I Exaggerate: My…

Join Mark and Lowell this week for another "Talking Schiff" as they Lowell considers the daunting prospect of pet ownership.By Mark Schiff and Lowell Benjamin

Please join Mark and Lowell in this fantastic, unique episode of "You Don't Know Schiff" live at the Improv as they get to know the entertaining, insightful and always funny comedian, podcast host and Southern California's former favorite weatherman on NBC for 39 years, Fritz Coleman! Starting out in the Navy, which led to a chance to work as a dis…

Join Mark and Lowell this week for another Talking Schiff as these funny guys ponder the topic of being funny. Mark's new book "Why Not?: Lessons on Comedy, Courage, and Chutzpah" is available and makes a great holiday gift! ❤️💚🎄🕎 Click on these links to buy: Amazon Barnes & Noble Books-A-Million Bookshop.org Please follow “You Don’t Know Schiff” s…

That's right. One page and one life at a time, Mark's new book "Why Not?: Lessons on Comedy, Courage, and Chutzpah" can make the world a better place. From how to handle stress to how to appreciate your parents and so much more, in these concise, fun and heartfelt essays, Mark shares great insights, advice and inspiration. Plus it makes a great hol…

Comedy legend Jamie Alcroft is back this week for the second half of his fascinating and fun conversation with Mark and Lowell. Despite the serious subject, Jamie's humor and positivity shine through as he tells the saga of waiting for and going through successful heart and liver replacement surgeries. And Jamie's wife, Emmy award winning figure sk…

How much money would you have to pay these two Jews to get on a rocket to Mars? We all know the answer, but join Mark and Lowell anyway this week for a delightful discussion about outer space, Disneyland and other terrifying places. Mark's books are available for purchase! "Why Not: Lessons on Comedy, Courage, and Chutzpah" is NOW AVAILABLE! Click …

Mark and Lowell talk about addictions, tardiness and when to leave for the airport. Mark's books are available for purchase! "Why Not: Lessons on Comedy, Courage, and Chutzpah" is NOW AVAILABLE! Click on these links to buy: Amazon Barnes & Noble Books-A-Million Bookshop.org Mark's first book "I Killed: True Stories of the Road from America's Top Co…

Join us this week for a warm, funny and enlightening conversation with Jamie Alcroft. Jamie is a legendary comedian in his own right, as well as half of the tremendously funny, successful and prolific comedy duo Mack & Jamie. They were a favorite at clubs, performed many times on "The Tonight Show starring Johnny Carson" and had their own series "C…

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We are honored to bring you comedy greatness this week as we welcome the elegant, eloquent, enchanting and always entertaining Rita Rudner! Rita has been a staple in the comedy scene since the early 80s, gracing the stages of clubs, TV talk shows, and theaters including Carnegie Hall! She's had 10 of her own comedy specials, and has the distinction…

This week Mark talks with Lowell about a recent unpleasant incident. Mark's books are available for purchase! Available November 8, 2022."Why Not: Lessons on Comedy, Courage, and Chutzpah." Click on these links to buy: Amazon Barnes & Noble Books-A-Million Bookshop.org Read road stories from some of the best comedians of our generation in Mark's fi…

Carrot Top has been a household name for decades. But it's a rare opportunity to get to know the man behind the bigger-than-life performance. Join us this week for Part Two of the conversation with Mark, Lowell and the legendary, talented, and (as we learned) so down-to-earth Scott "Carrot Top" Thompson! This week Scott shares memories about his st…

This week we are joined by Scott Thompson, known to the entire world as the hilarious and wildly entertaining comedian Carrot Top! A thirty year veteran of comedy, Carrot Top has become the iconic "King of Props" with an always-evolving, insightful act including keen observations of the world of pop culture. He has been delivering a powerhouse of a…

This week the incredibly funny comedian, and naturally gifted actress and writer Cathy Ladman spends some time with Mark and Lowell. They cover a wide range of topics including her her start in comedy, being on the Tonight Show multiple times, her battle with anorexia and the wonderful experience of adopting her daughter. And Cathy shares her memor…

This week we reboot our Part 1 episode with Paul Reiser just in time for his new show Reboot which is available now on Hulu! Mark and Paul came up together as comedians in NYC in the 70's and have been friends ever since. in this episode Paul discusses, among other things, his start in comedy, his passion (and if we may say so, his gift) for playin…