687. Ben Schwartz, Horatio Sanz
4 January 2021 - 1 hour 13 minsBen Schwartz and Horatio Sanz join Scott for the annual tradition of starting off the New Year on Comedy Bang! Bang! They talk about weird childhood food, big plans for 2021, and exclusive spoilers for The Mandalorian & Sonic the Hedgehog. Then, toy makers Skip Weller and Chaniel Leftrowbottom stop by to talk about their toy making process. Later, Shelly Driftwood returns to talk about why he’s babysitting his neighbor Bobby Knuts from the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Plus, the debut of a brand new Closing Up the Plugs Bag Theme Song!
Series Episodes
A Thanator Around Your Neck (Anna Konkle, Griffin Newman, Connor Ratliff, Anna Bezahler)
explicitActor, writer and director Anna Konkle is here to talk about her role in the movie “Untitled Home Invasion Romance,” as well as her upcoming memoir “The Sane One.” Then, filmmaker James Cameron and Na’vi resistance leader Jake Sully deliver breaking news about the future of the “Avatar” franchise! And somatic therapist Leaf Clover helps everyone get in touch with their bodies.
1 hour 16 mins
19 January Finished
Bonus Bang: The Pool Duel-Over: Part Duel (Jason Mantzoukas, Andy Daly, Paul F. Tompkins)
explicitOn this Bonus Bang, Jason Mantzoukas joins Scott once again to talk about the Carolverse, West Side Story, and Thin Lizzy. Then, royal watcher Byron Denniston returns to talk about the plans for The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. Plus, The Griz returns to challenge Byron to a duel. Who will be victorious? Tune in to find out! Originally aired on March 27, 2022.
1 hour 35 mins
15 January Finished
A Coy Boy and a Soy Boy (Tatiana Maslany, Tawny Newsome, Carl Tart)
explicitReturning guests Tatiana Maslany and Tawny Newsome are here with behind-the-scenes stories from “Star Trek: Starfleet Academy.” Soul legend Barry White applies his deep, silky voice to a whole new genre of performing. Then we have first-time guest The Hollywood Sign!
1 hour 8 mins
12 January Finished
Bonus Bang: Plan One: The Scrooge Gang (Jason Mantzoukas, Andy Daly)
explicitJason Mantzoukas aka The Dink Dink Man and Scott bro down for the 700th episode of Comedy Bang! Bang! Jason and Scott chat all about Frasier transcripts, eating bugs, and Easter Monday. Then, royal watcher Byron Denniston returns with explosive news regarding the latest royal family scandal. Originally released April 4, 2021.
2 hours
8 January Finished
Crust Is Gutters, Undercarriage Is Grundle (Ben Schwartz, Ryan Gaul, Gil Ozeri)
explicitWe’re back for 2026, because at Comedy Bang! Bang! — we won’t quit. Comedian Ben Schwartz returns for his annual tradition of being on the first CBB episode of the year. He joins the 40 timer’s club, discusses not receiving Scott’s texts and sings the theme for the 2026 plug bag remixes. Then, first-time guest Chave Portnoy shares his entrepreneurial ideas in a grouchy yet laid back way. And Dr. Sweetchat the Small Talk Robot is back with many new modes!
1 hour 29 mins
5 January Finished
Best of 2025 Pt. 4
explicitMerry Best Of’s to all from Comedy Bang! Bang! Join Scott and Paul F. Tompkins as they count down numbers 3 through 1 of the best CBB episodes of 2025 as voted on by you, the listeners! Find out how your best-loved characters ranked and maybe discover some new favorites!
2 hours 41 mins
1 January Finished
