Best Ben Hess Podcasts (2025)

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Best of 2025 Pt. 3 2:14:46

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Merry Best Of’s to all from Comedy Bang! Bang! Join Scott and Paul F. Tompkins as they count down numbers 6 through 4 of the best CBB episodes of 2025 as voted on by you, the listeners! Find out how your best-loved characters ranked and maybe discover some new favorites! Tune in Thursday for part 4! Don’t forget to check out the Comedy Bang! Bang! …

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TTWS Xmas Party – Bad Santa with Jason Adam Katzenstein & Michael Tyburski 1:58:19

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Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good commentary! That’s right—to celebrate the holiday season and ring in the new year we’re watching Terry Zwigoff’s 2003 holiday classic Bad Santa. We’re joined by our dear friends Jason Adam Katzenstein, New Yorker cartoonist and co-author with Roz Chast of the forthcoming graphic novel The Two Saddest Kitche…

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Best of 2025 Pt. 2 2:16:28

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Merry Best Of’s to all from Comedy Bang! Bang! Join Scott and Paul F. Tompkins as they count down numbers 10 through 7 of the best CBB episodes of 2025 as voted on by you, the listeners! Find out how your best-loved characters ranked and maybe discover some new favorites! Tune in Monday for part 3! Don’t forget to check out the Comedy Bang! Bang! A…

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Best of 2025 Pt. 1 2:41:41

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Merry Best Of’s to all from Comedy Bang! Bang! Join Scott and Paul F. Tompkins as they count down numbers 14 through 11 of the best CBB episodes of 2025 as voted on by you, the listeners! Find out how your best-loved characters ranked and maybe discover some new favorites! Tune in Thursday for part 2! Don’t forget to check out the Comedy Bang! Bang…

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Bonus Bang: 2020 Holiday Spectacular (Jason Mantzoukas, Paul F. Tompkins, Andy Daly, Jon Gabrus, Lauren Lapkus, Ego Nwodim, Carl Tart, Lily Sullivan, Tim Baltz, Shaun Diston, Dan Lippert) 2:37:50

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Join us for that special time of year when Scott invites friends old and new to celebrate the Comedy Bang! Bang! Holiday Spectacular! Expect appearances from Jason Mantzoukas, Santa Claus, pretzel maker August Lindt, intern Gino Lombardo, Ho Ho the naughty Elf, the kid who saw mommy kissing Santa Claus, The Chief, and so many more! Happy Holidays f…

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30: Someone You’re Not with Rebecca Rose Bulnes 3:12:16

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We’re back with a positively joyful episode about white-knuckling it through life :) These are scenes where characters are undercover, pretending to be different than they are, or otherwise just trying to act normal while being observed and under significant stress. Yikes! To help light a path through this nine-eyed, five-0 vision quest we’re joine…

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2025 Holiday Spectacular! (Jason Mantzoukas, Paul F. Tompkins, Lily Sullivan, Anna Bezahler, Isabella Escalante, Dan Lippert, Lauren Lapkus, Gil Ozeri) 2:19:06

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Scott Aukerman and co-host Jason Mantzoukas ring in the holidays with a special party for some of their best Comedy Bang! Bang! buddies. Guests include RFK Jr., Krendall, Austin & Tony, Soupsa Claus, Ho Ho the Elf, and an automated call from DeLuca’s Chophouse! Happy holidays from CBB! Don’t forget to check out the Comedy Bang! Bang! Action Figures…

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Bonus Bang: 2016 Tour, Vancouver (Lauren Lapkus, Dan Mangan, Mike Hanford, Paul F. Tompkins, Tim Baltz) 1:56:01

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A realtor, a hippie, and a dog walked into a bar. I must be in Vancouver. "2016 Tour, Vancouver" is a special episode of Comedy Bang! Bang!, the 28th and final episode of the 2016 North America tour. Hosted by Scott Aukerman, it stars Ho Ho the Elf (Lauren Lapkus), Dan Mangan, John Lennon (Mike Hanford), Santa (Paul F. Tompkins), and Randy Snutz (T…

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Help Me Rhombus (Carl Tart, Angela Giarratana, Alex Fernie) 1:18:13

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This week, athlete / actor OJ Simpson, an old little boy named Angus Montgomery Diana, and The Flasher Gremlin join Scott for another CBB Round Table! In this special edition of Comedy Bang! Bang! Scott and his guests discuss the issues of the day and how they can maybe solve some of the world’s biggest problems. Don’t forget to check out the Comed…

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Bonus Bang: Be My Guest, Literally! (Michael Ableson, Paul F. Tompkins, Andy Daly, Lauren Lapkus) 1:59:44

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It's a special co-host edition of Comedy Bing Bong with our favorite German film director Werner Herzog! Werner and Scott welcome guest of honor Michael Ableson, a NYC corporate litigator AND “Origin Story” documentary donator! He tells us all about being the hero of the banks when suddenly Ho Ho the Naughty Elf squeaks into the studio. They are al…

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Bones Are Important (Kumail Nanjiani, Will Hines, Charlie McCrackin) 1:19:43

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Kumail Nanjiani is here to promote “Night Thoughts,” his upcoming comedy special on Hulu. He also discusses the finer points of “The X Files” and the MCU. Charity organizer Wyatt Malibu shares innovative ideas for fundraising, and his work on many Church roofs. Then, Inspector Jack Cates talks about his role in the unpleasantness that occurred at h…

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Bonus Bang: A CBB World Speed Force Thanksgiving Special* (*It's Actually Skanksgiving) 1:34:51

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In order to save the future of CBB World, Rudi North (Shaun Diston) must use the Speed Force to bring Scott Aukerman and some of his most infamous Comedy Bang! Bang! guests from the past together for a Thanks–er–Skanksgiving Feast. Starring Lily Sullivan, Zach Reino, Matt Apodaca, Will Hines, and Devin Field. Music and sound design by Brett Morris.…

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A Banana Peel Memory (Myq Kaplan, Paul Rust, James Mannion) 1:28:26

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Comedian Myq Kaplan joins the four-timer’s club as he tells us about violins, violas, and his new comedy special “Rini,” just released on YouTube. First-time guest and local citizen Teddy Today shares tales of dozens of amusing things that happen to him every single day! And Hube Wheeler, Esq. offers some practical legal advice on how to talk to a …

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Bonus Bang: Entrée PeeE Neur's Entrepreneur Tour featuring Appetizer PeeE Neur Episode One (Ego Nwodim, Paul F. Tompkins, Lily Sullivan. Drew Tarver, Vic Michaelis, Will Hines) 1:09:46

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Celebrity inventor Entrée PeeE Neur finally has her own show! And she's brought her brother, Appetizer PeeE Neur, along with her. And they're ready to invest their own rectangles if they particularly like an idea from our stable of entrepreneurs. First up, married couple Pat & Paul Schmazstonsz (Paul F. Tompkins, Lily Sullivan) have an idea for som…

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COENS SECRETS UNLOCKED with Griffin Newman, Skip Lievsay & Joni Tefoya (Heidi Gardner) 2:22:51

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In this extra special live event To the White Sea makes study group history as we explore deep secrets, hidden connections, and cinematic revelation in the work of the Coen brothers. In our quest for the truth we're joined onstage by Connoisseur of Context Griffin Newman, longtime Coens collaborator Skip Lievsay, and script supervisor of The Ladyki…

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Why Do You Want To Hack In The Back? (Mary Elizabeth Ellis, Dan Lippert, Patty Guggenheim, Andres Parada) 1:25:20

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Three-timer Mary Elizabeth Ellis is back to promote her new season of “A Man On The Inside,” as well as her directorial debut with her short film “Last To Leave.” NBA legend Bill Walton returns and tries to barter for access to Scott’s property. Cruchette Dungan is here again—this time after a wild night of team building on the town. Finally, first…

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Bonus Bang: Goose Tycoon (Jon Gabrus, Ego Nwodim, Carl Tart, Drew Tarver) 1:09:44

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On a special b-b-b-bonus episode, Gino shares his quarantine lockdown setup and routine with Scott. Entrée PeeE Neur returns to pitch some new inventions, and O.J. Simpson gives a few updates from the golf course. Later, documentarian Roger Peculiar stops by to discuss the material for his next film. Originally released as episode 649 on 04/08/2020…

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Ankling Scooby Don’t (Edgar Wright, Edi Patterson, Neil Campbell) 1:18:57

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Director and seven-time guest Edgar Wright is here to talk about his upcoming action film “The Running Man.” Bean Dip returns to tell us about the unexpected perks of staying in her W hotel, as well as some of her promising new entrepreneurial ventures! Then, first-time guest Redd Velvet takes time off from operating his hobby store in Alaska to di…

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Bonus Bang: The PeeE Neurs (Langston Kerman, Ego Nwodim, Carl Tart, Paul F. Tompkins) 1:30:44

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Stand-up comedian extraordinaire Langston Kerman joins Scott to talk about his experience writing for The Oscars the year Chris Rock hosted, his character Jered on "Insecure," and spoilers. Then, inventor/businesswoman Entrée PeeE Neur returns to pitch some new inventions. Plus, Entrée’s brother Appetizer PeeE Neur stops by to talk about having to …

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I Can’t Chase 55s (Max Silvestri, Gabe Liedman, Will Hines, Ben Rodgers) 1:24:27

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Seven-timer Max Silvestri is here with Gabe Liedman, who is a first-time guest (although AI begs to differ!). They talk about their new podcast “I Need You Guys,” which they co-host with Jenny Slate. Then it’s time to get serious with freelance bounty hunter Ethan Merc. Finally, be amazed by the repulsive powers of mentalist Arnaud DeBeaubeau! Don’…

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COENS THEATER VOL. I: “SAWBONES” / LIVE SHOW ANNOUNCEMENT 1:27:40

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Boo! In this special episode we announce our live show COENS SECRETS UNLOCKED and unveil our new miniseries exploring the stage play work of the Coens. We kick off COENS THEATER VOL. I with the radio play SAWBONES, which debuted in April 2005 as part of Carter Burwell’s Theater of the New Ear. Sawbones is a thrilling and bewildering triptych, simul…

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BOO-nus Bang: The Exorcism of Hot Dog (Jason Mantzoukas, Andy Daly, Paul F. Tompkins) 1:46:54

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Friend of the show Jason Mantzoukas joins Scott for the 850th episode of Comedy Bang! Bang! Jason and Scott talk about Y2K, “The Terminator,” and “Freaky Friday Face Off.” Then, Byron Denniston and Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber return to talk about their experience attending the coronation of King Charles III. Originally released as episode 850 on 02/11…

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Come On Baby, Shoot That Conga (Phoebe Robinson, Vic Michaelis, Dave Theune) 1:24:02

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Multi-hyphenate comedian Phoebe Robinson is here to talk about the downside of being a girlboss, as well as her new stand-up special “I Don’t Wanna Work Anymore.” Then, promoter Eig de'Ouef offers Scott and Phoebe big bucks to appear at her comedy festival—with a just few restrictions on content, of course. Finally, music critic Dunno tells us abou…

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BOO-nus Bang: The Exorcism of Cake Boss (Paul F. Tompkins, Matt Gourley) 1:34:27

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Straight from the cake kitchen, our old buddy Buddy Valastro aka Cake Boss (Cake Boss!) returns to talk about the new changes in the “Star Wars” canon, when suddenly his body is possessed. The spirit of the recently deceased narco-sculptor H.R. Giger is back from hell for some unfinished business and the only one who can send him back is Reverend R…

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Can A Bird Do A Foxtrot? (Martin Starr, Erin Keif, Jon Mackey) 1:25:42

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Eight-timer Martin Starr visits to talk about his upcoming Hulu movie “The Hand That Rocks The Cradle,” as well as his role on “Tulsa King.” Then, returning guest Louie Pantano laments the lack of credit for his accomplishments as a seagull. Finally, we’re joined by first-time guest Dr. Reginald Barbary, who stops by to get medically medieval on yo…

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29: Mega Presences with Will Oldham 2:12:29

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Today is all about mega presences—performances with so much character, life, and musicality breathed into them by their actors that they seem to haunt an entire film and stick with you long after the credits have rolled and the house lights have come on. And we are thrilled beyond words to be joined by a one-of-one artist, the great Will Oldham! Ju…

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Bonus Bang: 2024 Boston Pt. 2 (Jason Mantzoukas, Eugene Mirman, Paul F. Tompkins, Lisa Gilroy, Carl Tart, Ryan Gaul) 1:58:13

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Live from Boston, Scott welcomes to the stage Jason Mantzoukas, comedian Eugene Mirman, Malt Shop owner Bing Lujo, Scott's grandma Nana, Tuscan lawyer Italiano Jones, and financial guru Doug Gropes! Special thanks to the Wilbur Theatre! Originally recorded 06/13/2024. Don’t forget to check out the Comedy Bang! Bang! Action Figures at shop.figurecol…

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A Segway Three Way (Adam Pally, Rekha Shankar, Casey Feigh) 1:29:38

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Adam Pally is here to talk about his new comedy special “An Intimate Evening With Adam Pally,” as well as his new podcast “Staying Alive with John Gabrus and Adam Pally.” Then, twins Barbara and Brittany Toadfelson make their first appearance on the show to raise awareness of twin representation. Finally, first-time guest Bort McSpoon tries to expl…