Best Michael Che Podcasts (2026)

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196. Michael Che: An Amateur Therapy Session 1:12:27

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11d ago1:12:27

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Mike started this podcast so that one day Michael Che would come on. Today is that day. In this all-timer episode, Mike and Che work out tons of jokes and discuss the advice Lorne Michaels gave to Che that he’ll never forget, how Che went from designing and selling t-shirts on the street to being a stand-up comic, and what keeps him coming back to …

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Review: Michael Che Matters, Michael Che 1:07:14

22d ago1:07:14

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An insanely long lead in this week covers, Halloween tradition, Guy Fawkes/Forks, hallucinogenic experiences and our very first listener feedback! Eventually we review Michael Che's 2016 special Michael Che Matters. The special is available on Netflix: Michael Che Matters. You should watch it before listening to the review. Theme music: El Cha Cha …

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Review: An Audience With..., Joan Rivers 53:49

2h ago53:49

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This week we get seasonally topical with discussions on heating bills, holiday traditions and Bill's fabulous new coat hood. Then its another time warp back to the 1984 special An Audience with Joan Rivers. The special is available on Youtube: An Audience With Joan Rivers (1984). You should watch it before listening to the review. Theme music: El C…

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#30 - Socrates Conversations: Heather Mac Donald / Roger Kimball 54:52

6h ago54:52

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@SocratesITC conversation asks why Western civilization seems bent on self-destruction, and what modern art, politics, and prestige did to beauty and standards, featuring @HMDatMI and @rogerkimball. TIMESTAMPS(0:00) Intro (0:28) Todd Chatman Joins (8:21) Heather Mac Donald and Roger Kimball Join(15:38) What Makes Art Good(27:39) Beauty And Prestige…

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Josh Johnson: Reinventing the Modern Comedy Special 52:32

3d ago52:32

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Best of WIO: Josh Johsnon (Recorded March 2025) Comedian Josh Johnson is a writer and correspondent for The Daily Show and his stand-up sets have millions of views on YouTube. Josh talks with Mike about cultivating a fan base via the YouTube videos, why he thinks chasing success in the comedy industry is sometimes antithetical to the art form, and …

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Josh Johnson: Reinventing the Modern Comedy Special 56:51

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Best of WIO: Josh Johsnon (Recorded March 2025) Comedian Josh Johnson is a writer and correspondent for The Daily Show and his stand-up sets have millions of views on YouTube. Josh talks with Mike about cultivating a fan base via the YouTube videos, why he thinks chasing success in the comedy industry is sometimes antithetical to the art form, and …

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#29 - Sidney Powell 33:40

1h ago33:40

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This week Sidney Powell joined me for a sobering conversation on faith, courage, and the unfinished story of 2020.What happens if corruption is never confronted?What happens if it is?⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Why Sidney Powell is a hero & what she endured03:30 – Faith, family, and how courage is formed10:33 – Where we are now on the 2020 election16:27 …

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#28- William Federer 40:50

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Historian William Federer joins the show with amazing historical references for our celebration of Christmas. Sponsors: Christian Solidarity International: http://csi-usa.org/metaxas/ Help Save Lives in Israel Today:http://savinglifeisrael.orgMyPillow — Save BIG with code ERIC: http://mypillow.com Trusted Partners: ten Boom Coffee— Save 10% with co…

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Review: Breaking The Rules, Sam Kinison 1:03:06

4d ago1:03:06

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You won't believe how long we spend discussing our favourite pens. Yes pens. Don't know what GERD is? You will now! If you're not interested in the thrillg world of sitcom pilots you can skip that bit and head to the 25 minute mark when finally we get to Sam Kinison's 1987 special Breaking The Rules. The special is available on Daily Motion: Breaki…

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#27 - Megan Basham 53:23

2d ago53:23

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I spoke with @megbasham on the growing use of “power imbalance” narratives to redefine sin, agency, and accountability. She challenges the Marxist framings of victimhood, argue for moral clarity and personal responsibility, and warn that collapsing biblical categories ultimately harms both truth and genuine victims. Sponsors: Christian Solidarity I…

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197. Natalie Palamides: Wisdom from a Modern Clown 59:01

10d ago59:01

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Natalie Palamides is a writer and performer best known for her avant-garde comedy shows Laid, Nate, and WEER. She’s eaten raw eggs on stage, fondled audience members (with their consent), and played both halves of a feuding couple in a way that has to be seen to be believed. Mike and Natalie discuss how Natalie’s formal training in clowning informs…

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197. Natalie Palamides: Wisdom from a Modern Clown 59:01

10d ago59:01

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Natalie Palamides is a writer and performer best known for her avant-garde comedy shows Laid, Nate, and WEER. She’s eaten raw eggs on stage, fondled audience members (with their consent), and played both halves of a feuding couple in a way that has to be seen to be believed. Mike and Natalie discuss how Natalie’s formal training in clowning informs…

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Dinner in NY - Partner with Us Today to Free Christian Slaves in Sudan 1:20

6d ago1:20

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Partner with us today to free Christians enslaved in Sudan. If you are able to give a gift of 15k or more I will spend the evening with you and your group in NYC. Give today at: https://csi-usa.org/metaxas/

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#26 - Mel K 36:39

6d ago36:39

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Today ⁠@MelKShow⁠ joins the show to lay out her case for how America was captured, why global finance matters, and what she thinks must happen next on the 2020 election question. TIMESTAMPS(0:00) Intro (2:47) Mel K Joins (8:31) Follow The Money (11:57) Deep State Timeline (20:58) Lawfare And DOJ (29:38) 2020 Election Evidence Sponsors: Secure Your …

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Review: Caligula, Anthony Jeselnik 1:08:35

8d ago1:08:35

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In the pre-review ramble today we discuss whether Covid was a good or bad thing, another potential show rename, Nationalism and at l-e-n-g-t-h we revisit Janet Jackson's Superbowl 'wardrobe malfunction'. finally we get to Anthony Jeselnik's 2013 special Caligula. The special is available on Youtube: Caligula. You should watch it before listening to…

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#25 - Mike Lindell 54:46

8d ago54:46

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Mike Lindell joins me to announce his run for governor of Minnesota and to lay out why he says election integrity is the number one issue facing the country. We also discuss paper ballots, voting machine manipulation, and the Tina Peters case. TIMESTAMPS (0:00) Intro (3:02) Mike Lindell Joins (4:12) Lindell Runs For Governor (14:51) Election Integr…

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#24- Pastor Andrew Sedra 42:51

10d ago42:51

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Pastor Andrew Sedra joins me after a shocking attack that has Australians shaken. We talk antisemitism, Israel, and why the West cannot survive without real Christian confidence. CHAPTERS (0:00) Intro (4:25) Kevin McCullough Joins (15:19) Andrew Sedra Joins (17:40) Bondi Beach Attack (39:27) How Christians Respond Sponsors: Secure Your Future with …

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196. Michael Che: An Amateur Therapy Session 1:12:26

17d ago1:12:26

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Mike started this podcast so that one day Michael Che would come on. Today is that day. In this all-timer episode, Mike and Che work out tons of jokes and discuss the advice Lorne Michaels gave to Che that he’ll never forget, how Che went from designing and selling t-shirts on the street to being a stand-up comic, and what keeps him coming back to …

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#23 - Victoria Jackson 54:10

13d ago54:10

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SNL legend Victoria Jackson joins me to talk about stage four cancer, New Age deception, and why she believes a massive spiritual lie is sweeping the West. We also discuss Charlie Kirk’s martyrdom, weak Third Way pastors, and what it will take for the church to wake up TIMESTAMPS (0:00) Intro (3:56) Victoria Jackson Joins Show (4:38) Socrates in th…

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Review: Untitled, Ian Edwards 1:16:34

15d ago1:16:34

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This episode is waaaay too long. You might want to skip it. In an exhausting pre-amble we cover Billy Joel, pipe smoking, paper-based pornography and create a new game segment. Eventually we review Ian Edwards' 2025 special Untitled. The special is available on Youtube: Ian Edwards - Untitled. You should watch it before listening to the review. The…

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#22 - James Howard Kunstler 38:57

19d ago38:57

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James Howard Kunstler joins me to unpack the J6 pipe bomber story, the five year FBI delay, and how the new DOJ is building a grand conspiracy case that could reshape American politics. We also talk about lawfare, the revolt of the elites, and why this moment feels like a new Valley Forge for the republic. TIMESTAMPS (0:00) Intro (3:06) James Howar…

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#21 - Naomi Wolf 1:01:48

21d ago1:01:48

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Eric Metaxas sits down with Naomi Wolf to unpack the Socrates in the City gala, the crisis of Western civilization, and why the world they glimpsed that night is worth fighting for. Together they trace how cultural elites, media, and global institutions have undermined family, faith, and free speech for decades, and why ordinary people are finally …

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Work Out: Trailer 1:22

18d ago1:22

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Comedian Mike 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.By Mike Birbiglia's Working It Out

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195. Arthur Brooks: The Science of Happiness and Humor 45:25

24d ago45:25

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Arthur Brooks might be the only Working It Out guest who's crossed paths with Jerry Seinfeld, Oprah Winfrey, and the Dalai Lama. He’s a professor and bestselling author, whose books include The Happiness Files, From Strength to Strength, and Build the Life You Want, which he co-authored with Oprah. Mike sits down with Arthur, whose speciality is th…

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#20 - Greg Laurie 39:27

24d ago39:27

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Eric Metaxas welcomes Pastor Greg Laurie to talk about the viral moment when President Trump told a wedding crowd that Eric is the one who will get him into heaven and what that really means. The conversation turns to the powerful evangelistic crusade Greg just held at UVU in Utah, at the very place where Charlie Kirk was murdered, and how thousand…

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#19 - Officer Tatum 30:59

24d ago30:59

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Officer Tatum joins me to talk about the truth behind Charlie Kirk’s murder, the accusations being thrown at Turning Point USA and Erica, and the confusion stirred up by Candace Owens and others. We also talk about Israel, antisemitism, and why believers must cling to truth instead of internet conspiracy theories. Sponsors: MyPillow — Save BIG with…

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SOTS Chicago: Timmy No Brakes, John Goblikon, Megan Gailey, Joey Smith & Jeremiah Watkins | Ep 86 1:28:53

1M ago1:28:53

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Stand-Up On The Spot! Featuring completely improvised sets from Timmy No Brakes, John Goblikon, Megan Gailey, Joey Smith & Jeremiah Watkins. No material. Comedians create Stand-Up On The Spot off audience suggestions. Everything is covered from Tom Brady's Cloned Dog, The Louvre Heist, Halloween, Slugging, Foreign Prank Shows and more! Jeremiah Wat…

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#18 - Frank Turek 50:35

28d ago50:35

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Frank Turek was just feet away when my friend Charlie Kirk was murdered, and now he joins me to walk through what really happened, the conspiracy theories, and the spiritual warfare behind it all. Sponsors:MyPillow — Save BIG with code ERIC: ⁠https://www.mypillow.com/⁠ten Boom Coffee — Save 10% with code ERIC: ⁠https://tenboom.coffee/⁠Christian Sol…

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194. Pete Holmes Returns: Vulnerability is Everything 1:03:29

1M ago1:03:29

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This week, Pete Holmes returns to the studio for one of Working It Out’s most joke-dense episodes ever. Mike and Pete work out jokes about strangers in hot tubs, why Jerry Seinfeld sounds like his own name, and how cool guys in movies swallow their pills without water. Plus, the comedy advice Pete wishes he knew when he was starting out. Want more …

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#17 - Dr. Carlos Campo 30:25

1M ago30:25

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I recently spoke with Dr. Carlos Campo CEO and President of Museum of the Bible on the new extraordinary Dead Sea Scrolls exhibit now on display in partnership with the Israel Antiquities Authority and Running Subway. The exhibition features biblical texts and scrolls from the community at Qumran, as well as hundreds of artifacts. The scrolls provi…

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#10 - John Zmirak and Todd Chatman 1:02:10

1M ago1:02:10

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Eric Metaxas begins the episode with Todd Chatman from Christian Solidarity International, who shares the stunning reality that slavery is still happening today in Sudan and explains how CSI has already freed more than 120,000 people. Todd describes how every $250 gift directly rescues an enslaved person and provides the essentials needed to start …

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#16 - Story of Squanto 36:49

1M ago36:49

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In this episode, Eric Metaxas reveals the surprising true story behind the Pilgrims and Squanto — a part of American history most people were never told. We talk about God’s providence, the first Thanksgiving, the role of faith in survival, and how the real story of Squanto has been erased from mainstream education. This conversation highlights why…

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#11 - Mike Wilkerson | Kevin McCullough 48:23

1M ago48:23

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At a Mar a Lago wedding for his friend Mike Wilkerson, President Trump suddenly walked into the reception, saw Eric, and told the bride and groom, “This is the guy who is going to get me into heaven.” The clip went ultra viral, and a wave of online critics accused Eric of failing to share the gospel in that moment. In this episode, Eric explains wh…

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#15 - Michael Flynn 36:49

1M ago36:49

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Eric Metaxas welcomes General Michael Flynn to discuss the deep state, the state of justice, and why he believes the Trump administration has not delivered the accountability many Americans expected. Flynn argues that Pam Bondi was the wrong choice for attorney general, explains why he has called for Sidney Powell or another strong leader to take t…

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Review: Beer Hall Putsch, Doug Stanhope 1:03:14

29d ago1:03:14

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Featuring the usual preamble about haircuts plus discussions on financial prudence, erectile disfunction pills and a full and frank apology from Bill for comments made about a comedian in a previous episode. Eventually we review Doug Stanhope's 2013 special Beer Hall Putsch. The special is available for free on youtube: Beer Hall Putsch . You shoul…

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KPOP DEMON HUNTERS: Rumi was working for the demons all along 1:25:16

1M ago1:25:16

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Did Rumi secretly fall under Gwi-Ma's power and permanently corrupt the honmoon? Was Jinu controlling all the other Saja boys like puppets? And did Netflix totally underestimate how massive this series would become? Tune in as we break down the twists, the lore, and the fantheories around the smash hit K-Pop Demon Hunters! Do you like what we do? Y…

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193. Vir Das Returns: How to Find Your Voice, Literally 54:07

1M ago54:07

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The last time comedian Vir Das was on Working It Out, he and Mike discussed the intense reaction to a piece he performed called “Two Indias.” Now Vir returns to share how he moved on from the controversy, and all the ups and downs he’s experienced since then, including: literally losing his voice just weeks before sold out shows in Mumbai, writing …

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Review: White Noise, Andrew Santino 59:38

1M ago59:38

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Are we pro or anti King? Find out today. How did Adam Sandler fare at the UC? Find out today. What is the deal with dollar hot dogs at Jewel? Find out today. Eventually we review Andrew Santino's special White Noise. The special is available on Hulu for the country's wealthiest citizens: White Noise . You should watch it before listening to the rev…

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SOTS: Kevonstage, Michael Blaustein, Jack Jr, Keon Polee & Jeremiah Watkins | Ep 85 1:33:11

1M ago1:33:11

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Stand-Up On The Spot! Featuring completely improvised sets from Kevonstage, Michael Blaustein, Jack Jr, Keon Polee & Jeremiah Watkins. No material. Comedians create Stand-Up On The Spot off audience suggestions. Everything is covered from Trump, the Mexican Cartel, Rave Girls, Adult Chuck E. Cheese and more! Jeremiah Watkins you know from Trailer T…

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192. Leanne Morgan: In The Presence of a Comedy Angel 42:56

1M ago42:56

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On the heels of her new special “Unspeakable Things,” Leanne Morgan joins the podcast this week to talk Southern beauty shop gossip, getting started in comedy selling jewelry door to door, and in what way Mike is “her Elvis.” Plus, the time Leanne may or may not have been picked up in an SUV by President George W. Bush. Please consider donating to …

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Review: Model Comedian, Caleb Hearon 1:00:58

2M ago1:00:58

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We return to the subject of train travel and give big ups to The Fargo TV Series before knuckling down to the review of Caleb Hearon's debut special Model Comedian. The special is available on HBO for the country's wealthiest citizens: Model Comedian. You should watch it before listening to the review. Theme music: El Cha Cha Man by Juanitos. Juani…

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191. Todd Glass: The Ultimate Comic's Comic 59:14

2M ago59:14

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Todd Glass was one of the first comics Mike opened for. It’s easy to see how, since then, Todd has become one of the most beloved comic of his generation, revered by comics including Nikki Glaser, Judd Apatow, and Rory Scovel. Now Mike and Todd sit down for a discussion about how coming out changed Todd’s life and his comedy, Todd’s heart attack ba…