Josh Johnson Shares His Career Goals | Mike Birbiglias Working It Out Mike Birbiglia 2026-09-23 | Josh Johnson Shares His Career Goals | Mike Birbiglias Working It Out
Kate Berlant | The Comedy Special That Almost Didn’t Come Out | Mike Birbiglias Working It Out Mike Birbiglia 2023-08-14 | Mike lost his mind laughing at Kate Berlant’s new comedy special “Cinnamon in the Wind.” So he dropped her a line and asked her to discuss it on the podcast. Mike and Kate discuss working with director Bo Burnham, the looseness of the special, and how the special almost didn’t come out. They discuss Kate’s solo show “Kate” which was an off-Broadway sensation and is now heading to London at the exact same time that Mike brings “The Old Man & The Pool." They talk about Kate’s comedy special with John Early called “Would It Kill You To Laugh?” that was just nominated for an Emmy. They discuss how Kate has always been suspicious of “cool” people but now- between her three hit shows and appearing in movies by Quentin Tarantino and Boots Riley- she may have become one of them.Please consider donating to Dig Deep: navajowaterproject.org/project-specificsListen and subscribe to the Working It Out here:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Find Mike:Website: birbigs.comInstagram: instagram.com/birbigsFacebook: facebook.com/birbigfansTik Tok: tiktok.com/@mikebirbigliaFind Kate:Instagram: instagram.com/kateberlantHosted and Produced by Mike BirbigliaProducers: Peter Salomone and Joseph BirbigliaAssociate Producer: Mabel LewisConsulting Producer: Seth BarrishAssistant Producer: Gary SimonsVideo Consultant: Graham WilloughbySpecial Thanks: Marissa Hurwitz, Josh Upfal, David Raphael, Nina Cwik, J. Hope Stein, OonaMusic: Jack Antonoff and Bleachers
Being With a Comedian Is Like Marrying a Conspiracy Theorist Mike Birbiglia 2023-08-03 | Jim Gaffigan and Mike Birbiglia talk about what it must be like being married to a comedian. From the Working It Out #podcast with Mike Birbiglia.Watch Full Episode: youtube.com/watch?v=p8OnyeaqomE&t=36sListen and subscribe to the Working It Out here:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Find Mike:Website: birbigs.comInstagram: instagram.com/birbigsFacebook: facebook.com/birbigfansTik Tok: tiktok.com/@mikebirbigliaJim Gaffigan: instagram.com/jimgaffigan
Jim Gaffigan on Touring With Seinfeld, aka the Socrates of Comedy Mike Birbiglia 2023-08-02 | Jim Gaffigan tells Mike Birbiglia about his upcoming tour with Jerry Seinfeld. From the Working It Out #podcast with Mike Birbiglia.Watch Full Episode: youtu.be/p8OnyeaqomEListen and subscribe to the Working It Out here:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Find Mike:Website: birbigs.comInstagram: instagram.com/birbigsFacebook: facebook.com/birbigfansTik Tok: tiktok.com/@mikebirbigliaJim Gaffigan: instagram.com/jimgaffigan
Jim Gaffigan Doesn’t Actually Like Hot Pockets Mike Birbiglia 2023-08-02 | Jim Gaffigan tells Mike Birbiglia about how he never liked Hot Pockets and what his real guilty pleasure food is. From the Working It Out #podcast with Mike Birbiglia.Full Episode: youtu.be/p8OnyeaqomEListen and subscribe to the Working It Out here:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Find Mike:Website: birbigs.comInstagram: instagram.com/birbigsFacebook: facebook.com/birbigfansTik Tok: tiktok.com/@mikebirbigliaJim Gaffigan: instagram.com/jimgaffigan
Jim Gaffigan | Dark Comedy From the Cleanest Comedian | Mike Birbiglias Working It Out Mike Birbiglia 2023-07-31 | Mike met Jim Gaffigan in 1997 when he cold-called Jim’s New York City landline. Jim appeared as a guest on Working It Out in 2021 and now, between touring with Jerry Seinfeld, releasing his 10th comedy special “Dark Pale,” and raising money for the Georgetown Scholars Program, Jim sits down with Mike in-studio for his second Working It Out chat. The old friends go deeper as they work out material and discuss how Jim actually *doesn’t* like hot pockets, what item of clothing comedians should never wear, and why being married to a comedian is like having a roommate who is a conspiracy theorist.Please consider donating to the Georgetown Scholars Program:https://gsp.georgetown.edu/Listen and subscribe to the Working It Out here:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Jim Gaffigan: instagram.com/jimgaffiganFind Mike:Website: birbigs.comInstagram: instagram.com/birbigsFacebook: facebook.com/birbigfansTik Tok: tiktok.com/@mikebirbigliaHosted and Produced by Mike BirbigliaProducers: Peter Salomone and Joseph BirbigliaAssociate Producer: Mabel LewisConsulting Producer: Seth BarrishAssistant Producer: Gary SimonsVideo Consultant: Graham WilloughbySpecial Thanks: Marissa Hurwitz, Josh Upfal, David Raphael, Nina Cwik, J. Hope Stein, OonaMusic: Jack Antonoff and Bleachers
Liz Kingsman | The London Comedy Exchange Program | Working It Out Mike Birbiglia 2023-07-17 | British comedy sensation Liz Kingsman ( has brought her acclaimed show ‘One Woman Show’ from London’s West End to New York City, just as Mike is preparing to bring ‘The Old Man and the Pool’ to the West End. Mike and Liz discuss parody vs. earnestness in comedy, why cotton candy is sometimes called fairy floss, and how Liz manages to be funny despite her perfect Australian childhood.Please consider donating to the Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust: wwt.org.ukListen and subscribe to the Working It Out here:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Find Mike:Website: birbigs.comInstagram: instagram.com/birbigsFacebook: facebook.com/birbigfansTik Tok: tiktok.com/@mikebirbigliaLiz Kingsman: instagram.com/lizkingsmanHosted and Produced by Mike BirbigliaProducers: Peter Salomone and Joseph BirbigliaAssociate Producer: Mabel LewisConsulting Producer: Seth BarrishAssistant Producers: Gary Simons and Luci JonesVideo Consultant: Graham WilloughbySpecial Thanks: Marissa Hurwitz, Josh Upfal, David Raphael, Nina Cwik, J. Hope Stein, OonaMusic: Jack Antonoff and Bleachers
Tom Papa | Conflict Resolution with an Old Friend | Mike Birbiglias Working It Out Mike Birbiglia 2023-07-06 | Mike welcomes comedian, author, and podcast host Tom Papa. The two old friends get candid about a bump in their relationship and how they reconciled. They also share advice about the best ways to tell stories about real people in your life, and when profanity is and isn’t necessary. Plus, jokes and stories about Colin Quinn, loud Italians, and writing comedy books.Please consider donating to City Green: citygreenonline.orgListen to the podcast: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mike-birbiglias-working-it-out/id1515419751?i=1000619084083Find Mike:Website: birbigs.comInstagram: instagram.com/birbigsFacebook: facebook.com/birbigfansTik Tok: tiktok.com/@mikebirbigliaTom Papa: instagram.com/tompapaHosted and Produced by Mike BirbigliaProducers: Peter Salomone and Joseph BirbigliaAssociate Producer: Mabel LewisConsulting Producer: Seth BarrishAssistant Producers: Gary Simons and Luci JonesVideo Consultant: Graham WilloughbySpecial Thanks: Marissa Hurwitz, Josh Upfal, David Raphael, Nina Cwik, J. Hope Stein, OonaMusic: Jack Antonoff and Bleachers
Alex Edelman Forces Mike Birbiglia to Read Him His Rave Broadway Reviews Mike Birbiglia 2023-07-05 | Alex’s show, Just for Us, is running for nine weeks only at the Hudson Theatre in New York!Get Tickets here: justforusshow.comMore Mike: birbigs.comMore Alex:alexedelmancomedy.comMike's Socials:Instagram: instagram.com/birbigsTiktok: tiktok.com/@mikebirbigliaTwitter: twitter.com/birbigsAlex’s Socials:Instagram: instagram.com/alexedelmanTiktok: tiktok.com/@alexedelmanTwitter: twitter.com/AlexEdelmanListen to Working It Out here:Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mike-birbiglias-working-it-out/id1515419751Spotify:open.spotify.com/show/2ux2xJbEpqls09oSD1LUHI?si=0b49422950ed4d16
Elyse Myers | Telling Stories Literally Anywhere | Mike Birbiglia’s Working It Out Mike Birbiglia 2023-06-22 | Elyse Myers has exploded into long form storytelling from a short form platform: TikTok. She tells funny and personal stories to millions of people on TikTok and Instagram and on her podcast “Funny Cuz it’s True” but doesn’t really tell stories on stage. That’s Mike’s focus today. He tries to convince Elyse to make a guest appearance on one of his new material shows and it seems like she might take him on it. Plus, discussions about balancing work and family, the time young Elyse used a penny to fake a fever, and why sometimes elevating something from good to great can ruin something good.Please consider donating to the National Birth Equity Collaborative (NBEC) birthequity.orgListen to the podcast: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mike-birbiglias-working-it-out/id1515419751?i=1000617500936Find Mike:Website: birbigs.comInstagram: instagram.com/birbigsFacebook: facebook.com/birbigfansTik Tok: tiktok.com/@mikebirbigliaElyse Meyers: instagram.com/elyse_myersHosted and Produced by Mike BirbigliaProducers: Peter Salomone and Joseph BirbigliaAssociate Producer: Mabel LewisConsulting Producer: Seth BarrishAssistant Producers: Gary Simons and Luci JonesVideo Consultant: Graham WilloughbySpecial Thanks: Marissa Hurwitz, Josh Upfal, David Raphael, Nina Cwik, J. Hope Stein, OonaMusic: Jack Antonoff and Bleachers
Ira Glass | The Best Advice For Creatives | Mike Birbiglias Working It Out Mike Birbiglia 2023-06-05 | Mike Birbiglia's Working It Out Episode 100Ira Glass was the first guest on Working It Out back in June 2020, and now he’s back for the 100th episode. The two friends and collaborators discuss Ira’s most famous pieces of advice for creatives, and Ira attempts to “work out” Mike’s life. Plus, a final version of Mike’s “cancer story,” which he has been working on, with Ira’s feedback, since episode 1.Please consider donating to Oxfam Internationaloxfam.orgListen to Ira's previous appearances and subscribe to the Working It Out podcast here:podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mike-birbiglias-working-it-out/id1515419751Find Mike:Website: birbigs.comInstagram: instagram.com/birbigsFacebook: facebook.com/birbigfansTik Tok: tiktok.com/@mikebirbigliaIra Glass: instagram.com/iraglassHosted and Produced by Mike BirbigliaProducers: Peter Salomone and Joseph BirbigliaAssociate Producer: Mabel LewisConsulting Producer: Seth BarrishAssistant Producers: Gary Simons and Luci JonesSound Mix: Kate BilinskiSound Recording: Ja-Ann WangSpecial Thanks: Marissa Hurwitz, Josh Upfal, David Raphael, Nina Cwik, J. Hope Stein, OonaMusic: Jack Antonoff and BleachersTechnical Consulting for Working It Out: Nick Demetroulakos, Jenni Loo, MaryLouise Sparrow, Chuck Staton, Graham Willoughby, Matthew Woolf
Mike Birbiglias Working It Out: The 100th Episode with Ira Glass, This Monday Mike Birbiglia 2023-06-02 | Incoming truth bombs from Ira Glass on the 100th episode of Working It Out this Monday June 5.podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mike-birbiglias-working-it-out/id1515419751
Fan has no self awareness #shorts Mike Birbiglia 2023-02-27 | I’m out on the road workshopping new material right now and stuff like this happens all the time. Audience members never cease to amaze me with their complete and total lack of self awareness. #noselfawareness #comedy #seattle
Joking about Mormons? #shorts Mike Birbiglia 2023-02-16 | Every comedian ends up in Utah at some point in their careers. And they all find out how much Mormons love comedy. Chris Redd had this exact experience. #mormons #workingitoutpod #chrisredd P.S. several working it out listeners who are Mormons have since emailed me and told me that this is not true. So take it with a grain of salt.
Mike Birbiglias Georgetown Commencement 2020: This wasnt plan A. Mike Birbiglia 2020-05-17 | Comedian Mike Birbiglia (Georgetown class of 2000) gave this virtual address on Friday May 15, 2020 to the Georgetown University College of Arts and Sciences Graduating Class of 2020. This wasn't "plan A."
Tip Your Waitstaff: Mike Birbiglia and John Mulaney Work on New Jokes Mike Birbiglia 2020-04-30 | John Mulaney Returns!
Tip Your Waitstaff: John Mulaney Full Episode Mike Birbiglia 2020-03-30 | Mike trades new jokes with John Mulaney to raise money for Tip Your Waitstaff, a charity initiative to benefit the staffs of comedy clubs closed due to COVID-19.
John Mulaney on Novelty T-Shirts Mike Birbiglia 2020-03-25 | Hey friends, Mike Birbiglia here. We’re all trying to cope with the current crisis and we have a comedic way to do it! I'm gonna jump on Instagram Live with some of my best friends in comedy (including John Mulaney, Roy Wood Jr, Gary Gulman, Jacqueline Novak, and Nikki Glaser) and work on new jokes to raise money for the staffs of comedy clubs we love that are currently closed because of COVID-19. Check this site for updates and follow me on Instagram to join in.
Mike Birbiglia and Bruce Springsteen on Broadway Mike Birbiglia 2018-10-22 | The story of how Bruce Springsteen and I decided to go to Broadway together.Tix at: http://thenewone.com
Nick Kroll and Mikes Broadway Announcement! Mike Birbiglia 2018-10-03 | Mike discusses “Oh, Hello on Broadway” with Nick Kroll and makes a Broadway announcement of his own. They also discuss hosting an a cappella festival while high.
Hasan Minhaj and Mike’s NYC Announcement! Mike Birbiglia 2018-04-25 | New York, new show, new podcast! Mike and Hasan Minhaj discuss Hasan's Peabody Award-winning special Homecoming King. Plus, Mike makes a special New York announcement about his show The New One.
Judd Apatow Mike Birbiglia 2017-12-22 | Mike discusses his fifth album, Thank God For Jokes, with up-and-coming comedian Judd Apatow.
Pete Holmes and Jennifer Stein Mike Birbiglia 2017-12-19 | Mike discusses his fourth album, My Girlfriend's Boyfriend, with longtime wife Jennifer Stein and part time friend Pete Holmes.
John Mulaney Mike Birbiglia 2017-12-18 | Mike discusses his first album, Two Drink Mike, with longtime friend John Mulaney.
Joe Birbiglia Mike Birbiglia 2017-12-18 | Mike discusses his second album, My Secret Public Journal Live, with longtime brother Joe Birbiglia.
Ira Glass Mike Birbiglia 2017-12-18 | Mike discusses his third album, Sleepwalk With Me Live, with longtime Ira Glass impersonator Ira Glass.
The Old Ones with Mike Birbiglia Trailer Mike Birbiglia 2017-12-18 | In celebration of his all-new comedy tour The New One, Mike Birbiglia discusses his old comedy albums with some old friends. Special guests John Mulaney, Ira Glass, Pete Holmes, Judd Apatow, Mike’s brother Joe and his wife Jenny.
Mike Birbiglia - This American Life - Of Mice and Men, Episode 528: (6/20/2014) Mike Birbiglia 2017-09-01 | "Comedian Mike Birbiglia, his wife and his cat take a trip together and meet some parasitic zombie mice."
Mike Birbiglia - This American Life - Heels on the Bus, Episode 515: Good Guys (1/10/2014) Mike Birbiglia 2017-09-01 | "Mike Birbiglia has this story about a time his good guy-ness was called into question."
Mike Birbiglia - This American Life - Little Altar Boy, Episode 422 (12/17/2010) Mike Birbiglia 2017-09-01 | "Mike Birbiglia tells this story about Catholicism and his mother."
Mike Birbiglia - This American Life - Error at First Base, Episode 411: First Contact (6/25/2010) Mike Birbiglia 2017-09-01 | "Mike Birbiglia tells the story of his rocky foray into the world of making out with girls."
Mike Birbiglia - This American Life, D-u-why?!, Episode 379 (5/01/2009) Mike Birbiglia 2017-09-01 | "Mike Birbiglia recalls being in a car accident with a hit and run drunk driver. In the weeks that follow, Mike's brush with death turns into a full blown nightmare when the police report is so poorly filled out that somehow Mike winds up owing the drunk driver 12 thousand dollars…not because it's fair, but because he can't get anyone to listen to him."
Mike Birbiglia - This American Life - My Girlfriends Boyfriend, Episode 374 (2/13/2009) Mike Birbiglia 2017-09-01 | "A live performance detailing a humiliating love affair. When comedian Mike Birbiglia was in high school, he fell for a cool girl named Amanda. They start going out, and it's going great, except that Amanda hasn't quite broken up with Scott, her other boyfriend. So for instance when Mike goes to Amanda's house to meet her parents, Scott's there too, and Amanda takes turns making out with each of them while the other's in the bathroom. It only gets worse."
Mike Birbiglia - This American Life - Tragedy Minus Comedy Equals Time, Episode 370 (12/19/2008) Mike Birbiglia 2017-09-01 | "Comedian Mike Birbiglia talks about the time he ruined a cancer charity event, by giving the worst performance of his life."
Mike Birbiglia - This American Life - Stranger in the Night - Episode 361 (8/8/2008) Mike Birbiglia 2017-09-01 | "Mike Birbiglia talks about the sleepwalking that nearly killed him."
Mike Birbiglia - This American Life - Beat It, Episode 384: Fall Guy (6/26/2009) Mike Birbiglia 2017-09-01 | "Mike Birbiglia explains the chain of events that resulted in him becoming the fall guy for his entire high school, and how it took him a while to catch on to what was happening."
Sleepwalk With Me | Pizza Pillow - Mike Birbiglia, Jessi Klein Mike Birbiglia 2017-08-30 | Matt (Mike Birbiglia) has a dream about Lynn (Jessi Klein), a pizza pillow, and a lot of sauce.In this scene: Matt (Mike Birbiglia), Lynn (Jessi Klein)
Sleepwalk With Me | Falling in Love with Abby Montage - Mike Birbiglia, Lauren Ambrose Mike Birbiglia 2017-08-30 | Matt (Mike Birbiglia) recalls falling in love with with his girlfriend Abby (Lauren Ambrose).In this scene: Matt (Mike Birbiglia), Abby (Lauren Ambrose)
Sleepwalk With Me | You Should Say That on Stage - Mike Birbiglia, Marc Maron Mike Birbiglia 2017-08-30 | Marc (Marc Maron) gives Matt (Mike Birbiglia) some professional and personal advice.In this scene: Matt (Mike Birbiglia), Marc (Marc Maron)
Sleepwalk With Me | Dont Do That on Stage - Mike Birbiglia, Marc Maron Mike Birbiglia 2017-08-30 | Marc (Marc Maron) gives advice to Matt (Mike Birbiglia) before he goes on to perform. In this scene: Matt (Mike Birbiglia), Marc (Marc Maron)
Sleepwalk With Me | Im Not Into This Intellectually - Mike Birbiglia, Lauren Ambrose Mike Birbiglia 2017-08-30 | Matt (Mike Birbiglia) rebuffs Abby’s (Lauren Ambrose) advances leading to an uncomfortable conversation about their relationship.In this scene: Matt (Mike Birbiglia), Abby (Lauren Ambrose)
Sleepwalk With Me | And Thats How I Got Engaged - Mike Birbiglia, Lauren Ambrose Mike Birbiglia 2017-08-30 | Matt (Mike Birbiglia) and Abby (Lauren Ambrose) have a fight that leads to an engagement. In this scene: Matt (Mike Birbiglia), Abby (Lauren Ambrose)
Sleepwalk With Me | We Didnt Want to Make the Other Person Mad - Mike Birbiglia Mike Birbiglia 2017-08-30 | Matt (Mike Birbiglia) mulls over why his relationship didn't end sooner.In this scene: Matt (Mike Birbiglia)
