The David Steinberg Podcast: Recent Episodes
David Steinberg
The legendary comedian and director, David Steinberg, sits down with comedians, entertainers, and creators to discuss life, art, and comedy.
This week David is joined by podcast favorite, Greg Proops (Whose Line Is It Anyway). They talk about the shifting nature of comedy, how to impress a comedian, and the hustle required for a career in comedy.
David takes this week's guest Elliott Gould (MAS*H, Friends, The Long Goodbye) through his career, from his start in musical theater, to Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice, up to Ray Donovan and everything in between.
Bonded by their hometown, David and Nia Vardalos (Second City, My Big Fat Greek Wedding) discuss how Winnipeg shaped their comedy, what's so great about Second City, and the benefits of firing people.
Here's a taste of next week's guest, Nia Vardalos (Second City, My Big Fat Greek Wedding)
David catches up with a long time friend, Robert Klein. They cover their roots at Second City, what it's like taking those skills to Broadway, and working with the legendary Burt Reynolds.
This week David and his guest Alan Zweibel (SNL, It's Garry Shandling's Show) dive deep into the history of comedy starting with the Catskill Comedians of the 50s and 60s and leading into the birth of Saturday Night Live.
David is joined by Dave Foley (NewsRadio, The Kids In The Hall) this week. They discuss why it's so hard to get a show made in Canada, their favorite collaboration "The Wrong Guy", and the series of events that lead to NewsRadio.
Here is a taste of next week's interview with Dave Foley (Kids In The Hall, NewsRadio).
David sits down with Bob Saget to discuss his newest (but oldest) roll as Danny Tanner on Full House and Fuller House. They touch on the challenges of Broadway, and the many legendary comedians Bob befriended.
David and Phil Rosenthal (Everybody Loves Raymond, I'll Have What Phil's Having) discuss the origins of Everybody Loves Raymond, why some dramatic actors just shouldn't be in TV, and why the 9th Avenue Food Fair is a must see.
Here's a taste of next week's episode with Everybody Loves Raymond creator, Phil Rosenthal.
There are no words that do justice to Mel Brooks. If you love comedy, you must know his work from Your Show of Shows to Blazing Saddles and beyond. David and he have a conversation that is truly inside comedy in the best way.
Chris Elliott, just one from a family of comedians, sits down with David to chat about all things funny. They dissect Chris' roots in comedy from his Father to his daughters, what it's like trying to talk to Eugene Levy, and the biggest question: where do you go from here?
This week David sits down with the unparalleled Susie Essman (Curb Your Enthusiasm) for a discussion about her depressed family, her start in comedy, and of course a little Curb Your Enthusiasm.
Kevin Nealon, (known for SNL, Weeds, and those Xarelto commercials with Arnold Palmer) sits down with David for a fascinating discussion. They touch on the late Jan Hooks and her struggle with stage fright, what it was like starting stand up comedy in Los Angeles, and much more.
Martin Short's comedic talent knows no bounds, he's appeared in everything from SCTV and SNL, to The Three Amigos, to Damages. He sits down to chat with David about his start on The David Steinberg Show, the amazing talent of John Candy, and his desire for an eclectic year of work.
His IMDB page goes on for years, and his stories go on longer, but everyone can agree Eugene Levy is hilarious. David sits down with him to chat about how they met, the enigma of Christopher Guest, and working with family on Schitt’s Creek.
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Coming up in the new year we've got big names and bigger laughs. Here's a sample of just some of the great entertainers, Mel Brooks, Eugene Levy, and Martin Short.
This holiday season we give you a sampling of hilarity from our previous three guests, Gilbert Gottfried, Kathy Griffin, and Carl Reiner. Tune in next week for a preview of the new year!
One comedy legend on a podcast is great, two is priceless. David sits down with the comedy powerhouse Carl Reiner to discuss the Dick Van Dyke Show, Mel Brooks, a brush with the FBI and so much more.
This week David chats with Kathy Griffin. They talk about her connection to her LGBTQ audience, and delve into how she developed her funny bone through method acting.
In the inaugural episode of The David Steinberg Podcast, David sits down with Gilbert Gottfried to discuss everything from Gilbert’s stint on "Mad About You” to common misconceptions about stand up comedy. Plus, Gilbert throws in some impressions you’ll have to hear to believe.