WTF with Marc Maron Podcast

Tim Heidecker and Eric Wareheim created a comedy universe that defies easy explanation. But what Tim and Eric can explain to Marc is how they became friends and developed a signature style in unconventional ways. They also reflect on how that style is evolving as they star in a new TV series and tour the country with a live stage show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nick Frost never intended to become an actor, let alone be part of some of the most popular comedies in recent memory. Before Shaun of the Dead and Hot Fuzz, Nick had no goals, no ambition, and a penchant for getting into trouble. But as Nick tells Marc, everything changed one night thanks to a sudden and undeniable friendship. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Neighbors director Nicholas Stoller is someone who movie studios trust with millions of dollars in production costs. Naturally, Marc wants to know how Nick got that way. He suspects Nick's Harvard education has a lot to do with it, much to Marc's chagrin as someone who went to nearby Boston University and spent his own college career on the outside looking in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Parenthood star Dax Shepard first caught Marc's attention as the barely functional simpleton named Frito in Idiocracy. And while he's had an expansive acting career, starting at Punk'd and leading up to his latest movie This Is Where I Leave You, Dax's life has been defined by his family, his sobriety and his cars. Lots of cars. And lots of racing in those cars. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kathy Griffin, a renowned comedian and actress famous for her edgy stand-up and reality show My Life on the D-List, joins the conversation. She and Marc Maron work through past tensions, shedding light on their dynamic. They dive into the quirky world of alternative comedy, discussing Kathy's unique struggles fitting in and her surprising rise as a reality star. Their candid exchange touches on the challenges women face in the comedy scene, along with reflections on personal growth and resilience in a demanding industry.

Anna Kendrick, a talented actress known for her roles in films like Pitch Perfect and Up in the Air, shares her journey from convincing her parents to drive her to NYC for auditions at just ten years old. She reflects on the surreal nature of her fame and the psychological impacts of early success. Alongside Marc, she humorously navigates the challenges of fame, the pressures of performance, and her experiences in ensemble filmmaking, revealing the personal growth shaped by her career milestones and the unpredictabilities of Hollywood.

Jay Bakker was thrust into the world of televangelism as the son of Jim and Tammy Faye Bakker. When their empire came crashing down, Jay struggled to survive the wreckage. He tells Marc about his journey and where it has brought him today. Also, filmmaker Jordan Brady stops by to talk about his new documentary, I Am Road Comic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mac McCaughan from Superchunk is also the founder of one of the biggest and most prolific indy music labels in the country - Merge Records. Mac and Marc talk about the creation of Merge and the evolution of Mac's own musical output. Also, comedian Carol Leifer drops by to talk about her new memoir, How To Succeed In Business Without Really Crying. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When singer-songwriter Robyn Hitchcock looks back at the roots of his prolific career, he sees a little Bob Dylan, a little Syd Barrett and a little Doctor Who, to name a few influences. Robyn talks with Marc about his first band The Soft Boys, his mixed feelings about reunions, the fears and compulsions that keep him going, and the elusive nature of originality. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wanda Sykes is one of the funniest people alive. But Marc remembers Wanda when she was first starting out in the New York comedy clubs and says she was a completely different performer back then. Wanda tells Marc how she found her confidence and became more honest, in both her act and her life. Plus, Wanda explains what happened during her encounter with the President and First Lady. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.