Mike Birbiglia's Working It Out

122. Roy Wood Jr: Perfect Jokes From an Imperfect Messenger

<p>Roy Wood Jr makes a triumphant return to the podcast and he and Mike pick up right where they left off. The two old friends discuss the evolution of unconnected jokes into a more cohesive whole hour of stand-up. They discuss why Mike, Neal Brennan, and Chris Rock are all pressuring Roy to go even deeper with his new material about his dad. Mike and Roy break down the best bits from Roy’s new special <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3917GUlD1l0" target="_blank">Imperfect Messenger</a>, and Roy shares two all-timer stories in the slow round. Plus, Roy gets candid on exactly why he may or may not be hosting The Daily Show.<br/><br/>Please consider donating to <a href="https://iseemeinc.org" target="_blank">I See Me, Inc.</a></p>

Comedian Mike Birbiglia 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.