The Best Hang Podcast

T.J. Miller (“Deadpool,” “The Gorburger Show”) tells Mike about meeting the founders of “We Work,” touring, political comedy, social media, providing escape for fans, Canadian audiences, work ethic, altruistic motivations and leaving “Silicon Valley." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Serena Ryder (“Electric Love,” “Got Your Number”) tells Mike about her writing and recording process, collaboration, working with Simon Wilcox and Jerrod Bettis, “Stompa,” depression and staying healthy on tour, meditation and her musical family. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michelle MacLaren (“The Deuce,” “Breaking Bad”) tells Mike about storytelling being a big part of her upbringing, her family, influences, breaking into the entertainment industry, directing, working on “The Deuce” and her upcoming projects in development. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike, Max and Shane discuss why Mike’s birthday became an occasion to help a fellow Champagne Boy pursue a romantic interest and the fallout from the Harvey Weinstein scandal. Lights (“Giants”) tells Mike about taking time off, building the “Skin and Earth” comic and album, channeling emotions, Brian K. Vaughan, pitching the idea, collaborators, creative energy and changes since her appearance on...

Kyle MacLachlan (“Dune,” “Blue Velvet”) tells Mike about working with David Lynch, returning to “Twin Peaks,” reading reviews, his roles on “Portlandia” and “Sex and the City,” influencing fate and audience response. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy Kindler tells Mike about Just For Laughs, pulling punches, Louis C.K., his podcast, “Everybody Loves Raymond” and finding happiness. Ari Shaffir tells Mike about JFL, surprise sets, earning enough to be happy, favourite comics and his DIY approach. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike Birbiglia (“Thank God For Jokes”) tells Mike about the “Just For Laughs” awards, pursuing comedy, interning for Conan O’Brien, “doubling down” in college, his time at the DC Improv, “Don’t Think Twice,” artistic integrity and aspiring to be nice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guests: Danny McBride (“Eastbound and Down”); Walton Goggins (“Justified”); Jody Hill (“The Foot Fist Way”); David Gordon Green (“Pineapple Express”) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guests: Grace Mitchell ("Capital Letters," "Jitter"); River Tiber ("Acid Test," "No Talk") See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike and Max discuss Max’s vacation in Barcelona, Mike’s experience there in 2007, Max being in the city during the recent terrorist attack, Mike’s experience at Coldplay’s stadium show in Toronto and Chris Martin as a front man. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Natasha Leggero (“Another Period,” "Dice") tells Mike about her "Endless Honeymoon Tour" with husband Moshe Kasher, the Comedy Central Roast of James Franco, being married to a comedian, embarrassment over Donald Trump and balancing TV with touring. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guests: Maggie Rogers ("Alaska," "Dog Years"); Taylor Goldsmith and Wylie Gelber of Dawes ("When The Tequila Runs Out," "All Your Favorite Bands") See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jeff Ross (“Roast Battle”) tells Mike about his early experiences at the festival, turning comedy from a hobby into a discipline, sharing the success of his peers, Donald Trump, his upcoming immigration special and his contributions to roast culture. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jeremy Taggart tells Mike about his Arkells connection, Our Lady Peace auditions, recording Naveed, Van Halen and Page & Plant tours, their 2003 JUNOs performance, leaving the band, meeting Jonathan Torrens, ‘Taggart and Torrens’ podcast and his future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike and Shane discuss the Frank D'Angelo "saga" and their upcoming trips to Montreal, then answer questions about Shane's interview, their goals for the podcast and how it evolved, words of wisdom, NBA free agency, "The Bachelorette" and reality TV. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Frank D’Angelo (“Sicilian Vampire,” “The Red Maple Leaf”) tells Shane about his prolific film career, acting, songwriting, “The Being Frank Show,” critics, adversity, memorable dialogue, “The Neighborhood,” wealth, climate change and Donald Trump. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chad Smith of Red Hot Chili Peppers (“Under the Bridge,” “Can’t Stop”) tells Mike about his Detroit upbringing, moving to LA, joining the band, the rock ’n’ roll lifestyle, working with several lead guitarists, hit albums and the band’s legacy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike, Max and Shane discuss the iHeartRadio Much Music Video Awards, the podcast’s nomination for Fan Fave Much Creator, their experience inside the M&M’S® Caramel Lounge and Arkells winning the award for Fan Fave Video. Camila Cabello ("Crying In The Club," "I Have Questions”), Lights ("Giants”), Post Malone ("White Iverson," "Congratulations”), Dove Cameron ("Liv and Maddie," "Descendants")...

Mike and Max discuss Arkells playing a memorable show in Cincinnati and Mike’s antiquing weekend in Michigan. Edgar Wright (“Shaun of the Dead,” “Scott Pilgrim vs. The World”) tells Mike about working with Chris Murphy, the musical numbers for “Baby Driver,” casting, rural upbringing and working class background, finding success in TV and approach to filmmaking. For dessert, Shane describes his ap...

Tony Kanal and Adrian Young of No Doubt/Dreamcar (“Kill For Candy”) tell Mike about their first shows, Davey Havok, new music, “Tragic Kingdom,” band dynamics, influences, Tim Pagnotta, Gwen Stefani, parenthood and contrasts between Davey and Gwen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike welcomes Dan Rodo to the show. Mike, Max, Shane and Dan discuss the podcast’s MMVA nomination, Dan’s web series “Dan For A Week,” his YouTube channel “The Danocracy” and his career as a Much Creator. Check out MUCH.com/Dan for more. Brandon Boyd and Jose Pasillas of Incubus (“Drive,” “Nimble Bastard”) tell Mike about their musical upbringings, visual art, creative process, optimism, band orig...

Zach Lowe tells Mike about his upbringing, starting in journalism, his writing style, how he consumes games and other writers, "networking," Bill Simmons and Grantland, his podcast and TV appearances, the shifting media landscape and the Raptors' future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike welcomes Max on the phone from Atlanta. Mike and Max discuss Arkells’ show in Raleigh and their charming tour bus driver, a “Champagne Boy” who felt misrepresented, their policies on sharing opinions in a public forum and One Direction’s solo projects. Dave Bayley of Glass Animals (“Gooey,” “Black Mambo”), Elliott Lefko and Bishop Briggs (“River,” “Wild Horses”) join the show. For dessert, Sh...

Mike, Max and Shane discuss their Coachella experience, Ja Rule's Fyre Festival and Heineken's "Worlds Apart" commercial. Kelcey Ayer and Matt Frazier of Local Natives ("Wide Eyes," "Airplanes"), Alaina Moore and Patrick Riley of Tennis ("Marathon," "Mean Streets"), and Tom Ogden and Joe Donovan of Blossoms ("Charlemagne," "At Most A Kiss") join the show. For dessert, Shane describes reaction to h...

Recorded in Palm Springs, California. Mike, Max and Shane discuss their photoshoot, Shane’s late-night phone call with his wife and his nap in Arkells' tour bus, the first two days of Coachella, their busy schedule and the strict rules at their villa. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.