Doin' It with Mike Sacks
109 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 29 ratingsA podcast of comedy, interviews, gags, curiosities, laughs, bloopers, boners, cuddling sessions, medical oddities, long stories ending with a funny pun. Think "Prairie Home Companion" with less nose whistling.
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Episodes
[Encore Episode] Julie Klausner & Billy Domineau
June 03, 2024 03:09 - 1 hour - 35.5 MBMike catches up with an old friend. It goes badly. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Tim Barnes and Kill the Rich
April 28, 2024 22:51 - 1 hour - 60.1 MBWhen Mike's away the Rob will play Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Conversations with Authors Adelle Waldman and Evan Waite
April 07, 2024 21:50 - 1 hour - 129 MBAdelle Waldman and Evan Waite! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Comedic Jamin
March 03, 2024 20:02 - 1 hour - 133 MBMichael Jamin, and Soizick Jaffre! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Dan Guterman and the End of the World
February 05, 2024 00:33 - 54 minutes - 74.6 MBMike explains his new multi-level marketing humor school idea. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Welcoming 2024 with an incoherent ramble from a legend
January 02, 2024 07:29 - 29 minutes - 39.9 MBThe great, late Larry King babbles live on air for 30 min. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Holiday OCD Spectacular
December 05, 2023 08:25 - 34 minutes - 47.8 MBMike Talks About His OCD, OCD, OCD (three is Mike's magic OCD number) Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Surely, You Can’t Talk about the Movie Airplane! for Over an Hour!
November 05, 2023 20:27 - 1 hour - 104 MBMike Sacks interviews authors Will Harris and Luisa Colón! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
This Is It: Mike Sacks Talks To Patty Lin About Her Fantastic New Memoir, and Goes Deep About Chris Elliott
October 01, 2023 20:38 - 1 hour - 104 MBThe great Patty Lin! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Better Writer, Better You, Supreme Comedy Writing Contest
September 17, 2023 21:46 - 49 minutes - 68.6 MBSupreme Comedy Writing Contest! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Frat Party Blues with Bill Hader!
September 03, 2023 20:44 - 1 hour - 102 MBThe great Bill Hader chats with Mike Sacks! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Randy on Vanderpump Robs
August 16, 2023 14:51 - 33 minutes - 45.3 MBRandy returns to the podcast to tell us how he's going to be the next star of Vanderpump Rules Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Operation BlackBerry with Matthew Johnson
August 07, 2023 02:08 - 1 hour - 113 MBDirector and writer Matthew Johnson discusses his latest movie! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Fonz and the Orphan
July 16, 2023 02:18 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBFonz and the Orphan. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Mike Passes on the Right
July 10, 2023 01:55 - 1 hour - 60.4 MB"Passing On The Right: The Skippy Batty Battison Story"! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Buzzed with Mike Sacks and David Sedaris
July 02, 2023 23:45 - 1 hour - 86.3 MBMike interviews the great David Sedaris and presents the worst jobs to be found in porno films. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Deep Thoughts with Jack Handey and Mike Sacks
June 04, 2023 21:13 - 47 minutes - 43.4 MBMike comes clean with his leaked bootleg sex tape and talks to Jack Handey about his books and career. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
The Mystery of Mastery with Adam Gopnik
April 30, 2023 20:42 - 1 hour - 68.3 MBMike tells two traditional jokes and then interviews Adam Gopnik, author of the new "The Real Work: On the Mystery of Mastery" Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Seppita Mobile Presents: Sexy NPR Fan Fiction
April 02, 2023 20:00 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBMike reads his NPR sexy fan fiction and interviews two representatives of his brand-new sponsor, Seppita Mobile. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Mike Sacks Presents: Maryland War of the Worlds!
March 05, 2023 21:00 - 37 minutes - 68.6 MBMike Sacks reads his sexual encounter cheat sheet and then shares some crab dip with aliens. Producer Rob Schulte talks with writers Jack Allison and Kate Shapiro about their new book "Kill the Rich." Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Mike Sacks is Reconnectin’ with Old Lovers!
February 05, 2023 21:01 - 36 minutes - 66.4 MBIt's Valentine's Month and Mike Sacks is achieving his New Year's resolution of reaching out to past loves to learn from his childish mistakes. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
BONUS: Vanderpump Rules Fan Fiction with Randy S.
January 11, 2023 08:50 - 31 minutes - 58.2 MBToday's episode is unique. Author and all-around "ideas man" Randy S. joins producer Rob to talk about his Vanderpump Rules fan fiction, as well as his "amazing" memoir that was found in a box at a Maryland garage sale by Mike Sacks. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Mike Sacks returns! And he’s now a Hostage Negotiator!
January 02, 2023 00:10 - 36 minutes - 67.3 MBMaryland has always been a hunting ground, and Mike Sacks has been negotiating with criminals since the premiere of Heavy Metal Parking Lot. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
The Psychedelic Worlds of Paul Major
June 08, 2022 05:00 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBMike Sacks interviews 'outsider music' expert and musician Paul Major on the release of his fantastic new book 'Feel the Music: The Psychedelic Worlds of Paul Major.' An abundance of rare music clips! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Drew Friedman
June 07, 2022 05:00 - 45 minutes - 41.5 MBDrew Friedman, a cartoonist, illustrator, author, and son of Bruce Jay Friedman, chats with Mike about his new book Chosen People. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Louis Theroux on Scientology . . . and a spooky story
June 06, 2022 07:27 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MBMike Sacks chats with Louis Theroux about Scientology, other cults and creating "My Scientology Movie." Rob shares a writing piece he's working on for an independent theater group. This episode was produced by Rob Schulte See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Jack Handey, Danny McBride, and Walton Goggins
June 05, 2022 05:00 - 49 minutes - 45.5 MBMike speaks with legendary writer Jack Handey (SNL, "Deep Thoughts"). Ian Goldstein and Rob Schulte chat with Danny McBride and Walton Goggins about the final season of their show Vice Principals, as well as how they approach their craft. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Richard Chizmar, Mona Chalabi, and a Pop Quiz
June 04, 2022 08:21 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MBMike chats with Maryland native Richard Chizmar of Cemetery Dance magazine and co-author—with Stephen King—of Gwendy's Button Box. Ian Goldstein speaks with Mona Chalabi of FiveThirtyEight and The Guardian. Rob investigates alternative revenue streams and uses the phrase "dancing Agamemnon at Jacob's Pillow." Please visit: http://cemeterydance.com This episode was produced by Rob Schulte See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Leslie Kean, Joe Pera, and A Declassified UFO Vlog
June 03, 2022 15:20 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MBMike speaks with Leslie Kean, the author of Surviving Death: A Journalist Investigates Evidence for an Afterlife. Ian Goldstein has a moment with comedian Joe Pera about stand-up and his series at Brooklyn's Union Hall, "Summer Nights." Rob stumbles upon a UFO Vlog while hanging out on his stoop. This episode was produced by Rob Schulte See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Author Leslie Kean, Comedian Joe Pera, and A Declassified UFO Vlog
June 03, 2022 05:00 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MBMike speaks with Leslie Kean, the author of Surviving Death: A Journalist Investigates Evidence for an Afterlife. Ian Goldstein has a moment with comedian Joe Pera about stand-up and his series. Rob stumbles upon a UFO Vlog while hanging out on his stoop Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Ben Schwartz, Caroline Weaver, and Phil Moore
June 02, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 64 MBMike talks with Ben Schwartz about improv, acting, and hustling; and then speaks with Caroline Weaver of CW Pencil Enterprise. Ian Goldstein chats with comedian and former Nick Arcade host Phil Moore about a new game show he's creating. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
STINKER LETS LOOSE! with special guests Alec Berg and Jena Friedman
June 02, 2022 05:00 - 57 minutes - 52.8 MBMike Sacks returns from his yearly vision quest to introduce to the world his latest project, STINKER LETS LOOSE! Mike speaks with Seinfeld writer and Silicon Valley producer Alec Berg, and Ian speaks with Jena Friedman about comedy's role in politics. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Harrison Scott Key, Marisa Scheinfeld, Christa Renee & Ami Komai
June 01, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 72.5 MBWriter Harrison Scott Key author of The World's Largest Man joins the show this week along with Borscht Belt photographer Marisa Scheinfeld, and creators of BrightLite Magazine Ami Komai and Christa Renee. Rob answers some intriguing fan mail. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Rhea Seehorn and Mike Drucker
May 31, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 58.7 MBThis week Rhea Seehorn of Better Call Saul speaks with Mike Sacks about acting techniques and talks character development for her current role as Kim Wexler. We also chat with Mike Drucker, from The Tonight Show and Bill Nye Saves the World. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
David Dubos
May 30, 2022 05:00 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBMike interviews David Dubos, the director of the upcoming (long-awaited) film about the classic novel, A Confederacy of Dunces. Rob joins a cult. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Lukas Kaiser
May 30, 2022 05:00 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MBRob plays a recording from his days at the University of Kansas. Ian talks with Lukas Kaiser a VP Creative Director for Viacom - helping create and oversee branded content for Comedy Central, Spike TV and the soon to be launched Paramount Network Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Ben Glenn
May 29, 2022 05:00 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MBMike talks with TV historian and canned laughter expert Ben Glenn about the history of the Laff Machine and fake laughter! APPLAUSE! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
George Saunders and Miles Kahn
May 29, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 69.2 MBMike interviews author George Saunders about his latest, and first, novel, "Lincoln in the Bardo," and talks with Miles Kahn of "Full Frontal with Samantha Bee." Mike discloses a pornographic past. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Jon Ronson
May 28, 2022 05:00 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MBMike gets in touch with yet another girlfriend, his high school prom date who dumped him for another guy. And Mike talks with writer and investigative journalist Jon Ronson about the far right and their hold on American politics. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Adam Resnick and Adia Victoria
May 28, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 36 MBMike talks with his comedic hero Adam Resnick (Late Night with David Letterman, Get a Life, Cabin Boy, Will Not Attend) as well as the musician/songwriter behind his favorite album of 2016, the amazing Adia Victoria! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Michael Nesmith
May 27, 2022 05:00 - 34 minutes - 15.6 MBMike talks with Monkee great and early proponent of country rock, MICHAEL NESMITH, about music, comedy, and his involvement in the early years of MTV. Monkee fans rejoice! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Paul Feig
May 27, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 37.4 MBMike receives robocalls from his neighbors. Also, Mike talks with comedy legend Paul Feig! For more than an hour! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Brian Stack
May 26, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 34.5 MBMike digs down deep into pure comedy gold with Conan and Late Show writer/performer Brian Stack. Also, Larry King and Colonel Sanders babble but hard! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Gordon Lightfoot
May 25, 2022 05:00 - 51 minutes - 23.6 MBMike talks with music and songwriting legend Gordon Lightfoot! Mike interviews a shut-in travel guru about recommended vacation destinations. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Vince Gilligan
May 24, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 29.8 MBMike Sacks interviews the great Vince Gilligan, creator of Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul, and Mike reads a pet adoption notice for a demon-possessed pooch. Might you be interested? Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Julie Klausner & Billy Domineau
May 23, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 34.9 MBMike catches up with an old friend. It goes badly. Mike interviews Julie Klausner, the creator and co-star of "Difficult People," and co-host of "Double Threat" as well as an interview with Billy Domineau, the author of the "Seinfeld 9/11" script. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Dr. Jeff Szymanski
May 22, 2022 07:53 - 1 hour - 56.2 MBMike interviews Dr. Jeff Szymanski, PhD, executive director of the International OCD Foundation. This episode was produced by Rob Schulte. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Etan Cohen
May 21, 2022 05:00 - 50 minutes - 46.4 MBMike interviews writer/director Etan Cohen of "Idiocracy," "Tropic Thunder," and "Get Hard." Paul Lynde gets cheeky. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Jen Statsky
May 19, 2022 05:00 - 57 minutes - 52.7 MBMike talks comedy with Jen Statsky, writer for Parks and Recreation, Hello Ladies, Lady Dynamite, and the upcoming fall NBC sitcom, The Good Place, starring Ted Danson and Kristen Bell! Producer Rob shares a babbling segment from his days in Kansas. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Lisa Hanawalt
May 18, 2022 05:00 - 49 minutes - 45.5 MBInterview with cartoonist, writer, and creator of Netflix's "Bojack Horseman," Lisa Hanawalt. Also, rare excerpts from the Tube Bar Tapes, the 1970s crank calls that later influenced the crank calls between Bart and Moe the Bartender on The Simpsons! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/