Breakdown: Recent Episodes
Miriam Katz
Stand-up comedian Levi Macdougall talks about getting an audience on board with you and then taking them for a ride. A great one.
Performance artist Jibz Cameron (aka Dynasty Handbag) talks character, improv, stand-up, and transcendence. Eloquent and inspiring.
Audio recording of my panel discussion at MoMA PS1 about Andy Kaufman’s influence on comedians Tim Heidecker, TJ Miller, and Brent Weinbach.
Eavesdrop on comedy writer/Jordan, Jesse Go! co-host Jordan Morris and me as we discuss comedic collaboration, economic models of the art and comedy worlds, and humor as a coping mechanism (as exemplified by Mystery Science Theater).
This episode I speak with Pee Wee’s Playhouse set and puppet designer Wayne White about doing what you love and the power of laughing at yourself.
Comedian and musician Adira Amram talks about unconditional self-love, connecting with her audience, and saying YES.
This episode, taped during the 30th Just for Laughs festival in Montreal, features interviews with comedians/podcasters Pete Holmes and Marc Maron about the relationship between comedy and art.
Artist William Wegman talks about his humorous art works for museums, Sesame Street, and Saturday Night Live.
Comedian Kate Berlant talks about improvised stand up, producing new realities, and leading a creative life.