podcasts


the problem with jon stewart

Jon talks to his longtime friend Judd Apatow about his new documentary, George Carlin’s American Dream. They delve into why Carlin’s groundbreaking comedy feels more relevant than ever, Judd’s obsession with cataloging comedy history, and their formative experiences writing together for Garry Shandling’s The Larry Sanders Show.


the empire film podcast (hosted by chris hewitt)

This week's Empire Podcast sees the great writer/producer/director Judd Apatow drop in for another appearance, this time with his documentarian hat on, as he tells Chris Hewitt all about why he made the excellent two-part documentary, George Carlin's American Dream, which tells the life story of the great American stand-up, who was famous for his legendary routine about the seven words you can't say on television. You can say them on a podcast, though, which is what Chris does, so be mindful of an unbleeped C-bomb, folks. Then, in the podbooth, Chris is joined by Helen O'Hara and James Dyer as they discuss the number of knights and dames they've interviewed, dig into the trailer for She-Hulk, talk about the new developments in the world of Star Wars, and ask if the only good Predator film is the first Predator film. In the reviews section, they discuss Terence Davies' Benediction, Chip & Dale: Rescue Rangers, Emergency, and The Innocents. Oh, and Chris makes a shocking announcement. Enjoy.


the dan le batard show with stu gotz

Panthers Game 2 is tonight so the crew discusses showing up in an actual bandwagon, Reddit research, and Roy the hockey creature. Plus, Judd Apatow joins the show.


larry wilmore black on the air

Larry is joined by legendary director and producer Judd Apatow to discuss his new HBO documentary 'George Carlin's American Dream'. They start their discussion by talking about why Judd wanted to make the film and George's legacy as a social commentator.(2:53) They then explore Carlin's career parallels with Richard Pryor, follow his progression from entertainer to truth-teller, and go over George's famously meticulous stage preparation.(12:48) Next, Judd opines on some of his favorite comedic performers and shares some details from his newest book 'Sicker in the Head'.(32:01) Finally, Larry and Judd debate their favorite Carlin bits and chat about the responsibility of the modern comic.(44:15)


breaking bread with tom papa

Mr. Comedy, Judd Apatow shares his new doc 'George Carlin's American Dream' and I share bread and Ciambella! Also check out Judd’s new book of interviews ‘Sicker in the Head!’


cinephile with adnan virk

Judd Apatow and Adnan talk George Carlin, Jim Carrey, Garry Shandling, throwing out the first pitch at a Mets game, his writing process and some of his favorite scenes ever.


inside of you with michael rosenbaum

Judd Apatow with endless stories of his experience making comedy magic from being roommates with Adam Sandler to his directorial experience making films with cemented reputations in comedy.


all of it with allison stewart (new york public radio)

Writer, director, producer, comedian, and author Judd Apatow joins us to discuss his new book, Sicker in the Head: More Conversations about Life and Comedy, and his new HBO documentary on George Carlin, which premieres in late May. Then, Apatow is joined by actor David Duchovny to discuss their new movie, "The Bubble," written and directed by Apatow. The story follows a group of actors trying to complete a film while stuck together in a pandemic "bubble." The film premieres on Netflix on April 1.


daily beast’s the last laugh with michael wilstein

Judd Apatow has spent much of his career trying to illuminate the deep emotional core of humankind through comedy. Now, after two years of the COVID-19 pandemic, he just wants to “make people happy.” In a return appearance for the 150th episode of this podcast—taped before everything that went down at the Oscars—Apatow talks about why he decided to go for “hard jokes” in his new Netflix movie ‘The Bubble’ and shares his unvarnished thoughts on everything from his daughter Maude’s performance on ‘Euphoria’ to the Pete Davidson-Kanye West feud to his upcoming George Carlin documentary to his comedian friends who “can’t handle” criticism and a lot more.


club random with bill maher

Bill Maher and Judd Apatow randomly riff on whether humans will merge with machines, Maude Apatow being in Euphoria, why Judd refuses to take a DNA test, how Judd was chased for smoking weed, and why George Carlin still trends on Twitter.


3 questions with andy richter

Director Judd Apatow joins Andy Richter to talk about shooting The Bubble during in the pandemic, getting interested in comedy at a young age, making the jump from TV to Film, and more!


FILMS TO BE BURIED WITH WITH BRETT GOLDSTEIN

Join your host Brett Goldstein as he talks life, death, love and the universe with screenwriter, producer, director, comic and worlds more, Judd Apatow!


LITERALLY! WITH ROB LOWE

Comedy comes in all forms when Judd Apatow and Rob Lowe are behind the mic. On today's episode Judd gives some behind the scenes info on his upcoming 3 hour George Carlin doc, you'll hear about his new Netflix film The Bubble, and why television now has a "3 season" rule.


FLY ON THE WALL WITH DANA CARVEY & DAVID SPADE

Comedy legends, Lorne wasn't ready, and an ultra meta movie with Judd Apatow.


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YANG SPEAKS WITH ANDREW YANG

Producer/director Judd Apatow joins to talk about comedy, parallels between politics and entertainment, and why people don't trust the news.


MIKE BIRBIGLIA’S WORKING IT OUT

Judd and Mike are real life friends who share their real life candid observations in this loose and hilarious hour of workshopping jokes. Judd’s childhood friend peed on him as he watched Saturday Night Live and Mike puts the dental in transcendental meditation because he grinds his teeth. Together they reminisce about 7th grade Washington trips, fears from being a teenager, and fears about having a teenager as Judd helps Mike sculpt his own “This is 40.” Things get tense when Judd declares that he is more attractive than “The Rock.”

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UNLOCKING US WITH BRENé BROWN

I’m talking with Judd Apatow, who has directed, produced, and written many of the biggest comedy films and hit TV shows of the last two decades. We look at what’s funny, why it’s funny, and why laughter creates connection. We also uncover that thin line between humor and grief and what it means to tell the stories of our lives in a way that we recognize ourselves and our shared humanity.


LIFE IS SHORT WITH JUSTIN LONG

Judd Apatow (The King of Staten Island) talks to Justin about his new movie starring Pete Davidson and Bill Burr. They also talk about how Judd became a director, surviving quarantine, and the time he wrote Justin an unexpected but sweet email. 

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UNDER THE SKIN WITH RUSSELL BRAND

This week’s guest is Judd Apatow, director, producer and writer of many of the biggest comedy films and hit TV shows of the last two decades including The 40-Year-Old Virgin, Knocked Up and This Is 40. He also helped propel me into the world of Hollywood acting, casting me in Forgetting Sarah Marshall and Get Him To The Greek.

We discuss everything from writing for the Larry Sanders Show, what fuels creativity, the the power of intuition and the magic of comedy!


COMEDY BANG BANG

Director/writer/producer Judd Apatow joins Scott and co-host Bean Dip to talk about his new film “The King of Staten Island,” “The Zen Diaries of Garry Shandling” (now on HBO Max), and not being invited to be in the Gal Gadot “Imagine” video. Then, businessman Tony Wyoming stops by to talk about his flash mob business. Plus, aspiring actor Dar the Beast Master drops by to audition for Judd.

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CONAN o’BRIEN NEEDS A FRIEND

Writer/director/producer Judd Apatow does not feel hopeful about being Conan O’Brien’s friend.

Judd sits down with Conan to talk about using silence in their work, lifting up comedy stars like Seth Rogen and Pete Davidson, fashion tips from Jon Lovitz, reminiscing about eating, and comic rhythm. Plus, Conan and Sona dish on producer Matt Gourley in his absence.


YOUR MOM’S HOUSE PODCAST

Judd Apatow is in the MommyDome and he's brought his friend, comedian Wayne Federman. Judd Apatow is a comedian who has become a mogul as a television and film producer and writer. He's most recently been working on the Pete Davidson movie and gives us some stories from the set, including Bill Burr stories. After reminiscing about Judd's life for a bit, we show Judd some audition tapes from our Cool Guys to see which one he would cast in a film. We also play a few rounds of Horrible or Hilarious to see what Judd thinks.

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ARMCHAIR EXPERT WITH DAX SHEPARD

Judd Apatow (Freaks and Geeks, The 40 Year old Virgin, Knocked Up, This is 40, Trainwreck) is an American filmmaker, producer, actor and comedian. Judd sits down with the Armchair Expert to discuss interviewing comedians as a teenager, what he’s learned from his marriage and the experience of delving into Gary Shandling’s life posthumously. Dax wonders if Judd feels a loss when his projects end and Judd talks about growing up in a spiritual void. The two talk about being children of divorce and Judd talks about his commitment to personal growth.


THICK SKIN WIth jeff ross

Me and Cousin Ed made a rare field trip over to Judd Apatow’s production office. The prolific filmmaker and comedian generously opened up about the loss of his mentor Garry Shandling, filming his new movie on Staten Island with Pete Davidson, and his Grandma Molly who used to play Mojong with my Aunt Bess.

We also tackle some “Touchy Subjects” such as Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudueau’s blackface debacle, Sean Spicer’s appearance on “Dancing With The Stars” and the recent Global Climate Strike. It all wraps up with a “Roast In Peace” tribute to the Cars’ Rick Ocasek. Life is hard. Let’s get through it together.

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I HAVE TO ASK PODCAST

Judd Apatow is a comedian, writer, director, and producer. He sits down with Isaac Chotiner to discuss his new documentary on the life of Garry Shandling, which comedians are actually “normal” people, and having your friends accused of bad behavior in the age of #MeToo.


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Adam welcomes Judd Apatow to the podcast right at the top of the show. Adam compliments him on his new stand-up special, as well as projects like the film ‘Funny People’ and the HBO series ‘Crashing’. The guys then discuss the powerful new documentary about the life of comedian Garry Shandling, and evolution of comedy. Other topics of conversation include fear of death, being satisfied by your work, and how Garry Shandling changed the sitcom. Adam then asks Judd about his path to success, how he got ‘The 40 Year Old Virgin’ made when Adam was told the idea would never work, and observations he’s made raising two daughters. Before Good Sports, the guys talk a bit more about the process of creating Judd’s standup special, his upcoming projects, and producers who don’t recognize talent.

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fitzdog radio 2

Greg and Judd discuss the incredible and complicated life of Garry Shandling. 


larry wilmore: black on the air

Larry Wilmore sits down with renowned TV and film producer, writer, and comedian Judd Apatow to discuss each other's heroes and experiences in the world of comedy.

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ALL OF the ABOVE WITH NORMAN LEAR

Writer, Director, Producer Judd Apatow joins Norman solo in studio to talk about his upcoming projects, producing The Big Sick, his parents divorce helping influence his comedy, his upcoming stand up special, and how his kids contribute to his humor. Plus, Norman talks about working with Frank Sinatra and Jerry Lewis.


the joe rogan experience

Judd Apatow is a film producer, writer, director, actor, and comedian. Look for him touring all over this summer, and check out his latest film "The Big Sick" opening June 23rd in New York & Los Angeles.


The Bill Simmons Podcast

Bill Simmons is joined by Judd Apatow to discuss the state of American politics (5:00), his attempt to humanize Muslim Americans in The Big Sick(19:00), his return to the stand-up comedy circuit (24:00), the Freaks and Geeks experience in today’s TV landscape (30:30), the binge-watching culture and lack of conversation around shows (38:00), Garry Shandling’s greatest comedic moments (44:00), LeBron’s comedy chops (53:00), the forgotten art of DVD extras (1:02:00), and Ray Romano’s role in The Big Sick(1:09:00).


the fighter and the kid

Judd Apatow joins Brendan and Bryan to discuss his early stand up performances, Louis CK's valuable tips, doing a pilot with Kevin Hart and much more!


You Made it weird

Artie Lange and Judd Apatow make it weird over dinner at Morimoto in Philadelphia!


the adam carolla show

Adam and Bald Bryan welcome Judd Apatow to the podcast, as Gina is out sick today. Adam then talks about enjoying the Super Bowl even though he lost money on the big game. Judd makes his own observations about the game, and talks about the premieres of both ‘Girls’ and ‘Crashing’. The guys also chat about the dynamic that Artie Lange and Pete Holmes have with each other, and Adam compliments Judd on his ability to usher in great comedic talent. Later, Judd describes a moment that made him want to do comedy, and talks about grilling hamburgers as stress relief. The guys also discuss Trump’s lack of a workout regiment, how Trump feels about his approval rating, and why Judd is uncomfortable with the current administration. As the show wraps up, Judd talks about his OCD, and Bald Bryan shares a numbers theory with Adam.


fitzdog radio

From their new HBO show “Crashing,” Judd Apatow and Pete Holmes talk hell gigs and Garry Shandling.


The Nerdist podcast

Judd Apatow (director, 40 Year Old Virgin, Knocked Up) returns to the Nerdist to chat with Chris, Matt and Jonah about what makes a successful movie in today’s society, how comedy movies have changed since the ’80s, and what it was like working with the late Garry Shandling. Judd also talks about his time working on The Ben Stiller Show, why he started doing stand up again, and how he is juggling stand up with directing!


WTF with MArc Maron

Judd Apatow has a lot going on right now. So when he came over to the garage to talk with Marc about some of his projects, it’s no wonder they kept talking for an hour. Judd and Marc discuss charitable works, the fear of insignificance, and continuing to learn from other funny people. Plus, Marc has a big announcement.