

Martin Starr
Actor known for roles on Freaks and Geeks, Silicon Valley and Tulsa King; guest to promote the Hulu film The Hand That Rocks the Cradle and discusses his Sweet Stash Jams candy venture.
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Feb 23, 2026 • 1h 16min
Remember First Memorable Candy Experiences? (with Martin Starr)
Martin Starr, actor/producer/writer best known from Freaks and Geeks and Silicon Valley, chats about his career and candy ventures. He recalls leaving arts school for TV, launching Sweet Stash to make premium gummies, and hilarious childhood candy memories like getting banned for stealing gummy bears. They debate nostalgic treats and tease new Jams gummy products.

Oct 20, 2025 • 1h 26min
Can A Bird Do A Foxtrot? (Martin Starr, Erin Keif, Jon Mackey)
Martin Starr, known for his roles in Freaks and Geeks and Silicon Valley, chats about his upcoming Hulu film and shares insights on his candy venture, Sweet Stash Jams. Seagull persona Louie Pantano returns to lament his lack of recognition and recounts his quirky audition stories. Dr. Reginald Barbary makes an appearance with his offbeat medieval medical advice, including outrageous diagnostic techniques. The blend of humor and absurdity keeps the conversation light and entertaining.

Feb 20, 2023 • 4min
Ryan Hansen & Martin Starr - Party Down
Martin Starr, actor/comedian known for sharp comedic turns, and Ryan Hansen, actor/comedian from Party Down and Tulsa King, reunite to celebrate the return of Party Down. They trade Stallone stories and impressions. They reminisce about joyful set dynamics, longtime friendships, and why the show draws top comedic talent.

Oct 18, 2022 • 1h 4min
Martin Starr
Martin Starr, a character actor known for Freaks and Geeks, Silicon Valley, and Party Down, shares stories from his start as a teen performer and navigating typecasting. He talks motorcycles and how riding changed his outlook. He reflects on working with big creators, handling fame and family challenges, and plans for new projects.

Mar 10, 2020 • 1h 34min
Martin Starr
Martin Starr, actor from Silicon Valley and Freaks and Geeks, shares candid memories of family life and navigating Hollywood. He recalls his father’s last days with ALS and how those moments shaped him. Conversation swings to Judd Apatow connections, memorable on-set stories, post-show career doubts, and therapeutic hobbies like pottery and cooking.

May 1, 2018 • 49min
Augmenting Human Connection with Martin Starr X Saman Kesh | AD 96
Martin Starr, actor known for Silicon Valley and Freaks and Geeks, shares stories from his acting roots and creative life. Conversations jump from recognition and seasonal lows to phones and the loss of small talk. They explore tech’s impact on culture, bitcoin jokes, and the reshaping of pornography through deepfakes and AR.

Apr 26, 2017 • 1h 9min
Episode 52 - Martin Starr
Martin Starr, actor known for Freaks and Geeks and Silicon Valley, shares a candid mini-bio as a dry-witted, empathetic performer. Conversations cover his early career on Freaks and Geeks, struggles with depression and coping routines, the chemistry behind Silicon Valley, creative risk-taking and writing, and falling in love and how it reshaped his life.

Dec 29, 2014 • 1h 19min
Ep. 357: The Good Eye with Martin Starr
Martin Starr, actor known for Silicon Valley and other film and TV work, drops by to talk about videogames like Destiny and Shadow of Mordor. Short takes on voice acting and game editing. Wild anecdotes span Vine viral clips, Jerry Seinfeld’s strange children’s book, Burning Man oddities, and a memorable S&M club story.

Oct 19, 2014 • 1h 21min
Episode 543 - Martin Starr
Jim Gaffigan, stand-up comic and author, drops in to riff on food and the persona behind his bits. Martin Starr, character actor from Freaks & Geeks, Party Down and Silicon Valley, reflects on near-career collapse, Buddhist practice, and creative rebounds. They dive into career turning points, spiritual routine, and the weird paths that led to success.

Jul 6, 2010 • 1h 45min
Ep. 138: Morgy with Martin Starr
Martin Starr, actor and comedian known for Party Down and smart deadpan roles, pops in to swap stories. They riff on secret sex parties and filming a porn-convention storyline. Conversation veers through sausage shop lore, Adam Sandler anecdotes, Nick Offerman woodworking praise, and board-game rivalries.


