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Bonus Bang: Michael Ian Black, Lauren Lapkus (Totally Todd)

Bonus Bang: Michael Ian Black, Lauren Lapkus (Totally Todd)

Update: 2024-08-01
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This bonus episode of Comedy Bang Bang features a conversation between Scott Aukerman and Michael Ian Black, who discusses his new project "Smosh the Movie" and his career in comedy. The episode also includes a recurring character, Todd, played by Lauren Lapkiss. Michael Ian Black discusses his various projects, including "Wet Hot American Summer," "The Jim Gaffigan Show," and his podcast "How to Be Amazing." He also talks about his experience building a house and the challenges of maintaining a successful career in comedy. The conversation delves into Michael Ian Black's public squabble with Mark Maron on Twitter, revealing that their relationship has actually improved since they started publicly arguing. He also shares his thoughts on Maron's interview with the president and the concept of "punching down" in comedy. The episode explores Todd's perspective on life and comedy, including his experiences in middle school and his thoughts on bullying. Scott Aukerman and Michael Ian Black discuss the concept of time travel and the butterfly effect, imagining what would happen if Todd could go back in time and how his actions could affect his future self. The conversation touches on the lack of consequences for teenage sex, leading to a reflection on the speaker's past and how their actions might have impacted their career path. The speaker discusses their journey into comedy, revealing that they initially aspired to be a dramatic actor but later shifted their focus to comedic arts. They also share their lack of a backup plan and their initial hesitation to pursue comedy. The conversation delves into the speaker's personal experiences with sexuality, exploring the potential influence of media and their upbringing in a gay household. They discuss their first crush and how their mother's sexuality might have shaped their own. The speaker reminisces about the limitations of entertainment options in the 70s, contrasting them with the ease of access to content today. They highlight the differences in how people consumed media then and now, emphasizing the role of technology in shaping entertainment experiences. The conversation returns to the speaker's sexuality, exploring their inner pain and how it might be connected to their upbringing. They discuss their first crush and how their mother's sexuality might have influenced their own. The speaker shares details about their relationship with their wife, revealing that they met while working on a state project. They discuss their wife's initial involvement in the project and how she eventually became an enemy of the state. The conversation shifts to the speaker's home, discussing the design process and the inclusion of a dedicated "butt plug room." They describe the room's dimensions and features, highlighting the importance of comfort and style in their design choices. The speaker reflects on their long career in comedy, discussing the ongoing nature of the artistic process and the challenges of writing new jokes. They share their approach to joke writing and the importance of finding humor in everyday life. The conversation transitions into a game of "Riddle Me This," where the speaker and guests take turns creating and answering riddles. The game highlights the importance of humor and creativity in the comedic process. The episode concludes with a segment dedicated to plugs, where the speaker and guests promote their respective projects and content. They discuss their upcoming projects, including a new children's book, a podcast, and a comedy show.

Outlines

00:00:00
Introduction and Bonus Bang Announcement

Scott Aukerman welcomes listeners to a bonus episode of Comedy Bang Bang, introducing the "Totally Todd" series featuring classic episodes with his nephew Todd, played by Lauren Lapkiss. This episode, "The Marm of SMARM Returns," originally aired on July 23rd, 2015.

00:01:29
Welcome Michael Ian Black and Todd

Scott Aukerman introduces Michael Ian Black, a returning guest with a new project, "Smosh the Movie," coming out this Friday. He also introduces his nephew Todd, played by Lauren Lapkiss, who has been absent from the show for a year.

00:29:10
Michael Ian Black's Projects and Comedy Career

Michael Ian Black discusses his various projects, including "Wet Hot American Summer," "The Jim Gaffigan Show," and his podcast "How to Be Amazing." He also talks about his experience building a house and the challenges of maintaining a successful career in comedy.

00:30:32
Michael Ian Black and Mark Maron's Twitter Feud

Michael Ian Black discusses his public squabble with Mark Maron on Twitter, revealing that their relationship has actually improved since they started publicly arguing. He also shares his thoughts on Maron's interview with the president and the concept of "punching down" in comedy.

00:33:05
Todd's Perspective on Life and Comedy

Scott Aukerman asks Todd about his experiences in middle school and his thoughts on bullying. Todd shares his perspective on the cycle of bullying and how it can be difficult to break free.

00:33:46
Todd's Health and Future Self

Todd reveals that he is sick and Scott Aukerman discusses the challenges of taking him to the doctor due to insurance and financial constraints. They also discuss Todd's future self and the possibility of him turning young again.

00:34:49
Time Travel and the Butterfly Effect

Scott Aukerman and Michael Ian Black discuss the concept of time travel and the butterfly effect. They imagine what would happen if Todd could go back in time and how his actions could affect his future self.

00:36:39
Todd's Ideal Time Travel Scenario

Todd shares his ideal time travel scenario, which involves going back to high school and trying to bang high school girls. Michael Ian Black discusses the potential consequences of such actions and the challenges of navigating different standards of beauty and sexual attraction across time.

Keywords

Comedy Bang Bang


A long-running comedy podcast hosted by Scott Aukerman, known for its improvisational format and recurring characters.

Michael Ian Black


A comedian, actor, and writer known for his work in television, film, and podcasts.

Smosh the Movie


A 2015 American comedy film based on the popular YouTube channel Smosh.

Wet Hot American Summer


A cult classic comedy film and Netflix series set at a summer camp in the 1980s.

The Jim Gaffigan Show


A sitcom starring comedian Jim Gaffigan, depicting the humorous challenges of family life and suburban living.

Mark Maron


A comedian and podcast host known for his popular podcast "WTF with Marc Maron."

Punching Down


A term used in comedy to describe the act of making jokes at the expense of people who are less powerful or privileged than the comedian.

Butterfly Effect


A concept in chaos theory that suggests that even small changes in initial conditions can have significant and unpredictable consequences over time.

Q&A

  • What is the main topic of this bonus episode of Comedy Bang Bang?

    This episode features a conversation between Scott Aukerman and Michael Ian Black, who discusses his new project "Smosh the Movie" and his career in comedy. The episode also includes a recurring character, Todd, played by Lauren Lapkiss.

  • What are some of Michael Ian Black's notable projects?

    Michael Ian Black has been involved in various projects, including "Wet Hot American Summer," "The Jim Gaffigan Show," and his podcast "How to Be Amazing."

  • What is the concept of "punching down" in comedy?

    "Punching down" refers to making jokes at the expense of people who are less powerful or privileged than the comedian.

  • What is Todd's perspective on bullying?

    Todd shares his perspective on the cycle of bullying and how it can be difficult to break free. He believes that bullying can be a form of retaliation for being bullied oneself.

  • What is the butterfly effect and how does it relate to time travel?

    The butterfly effect is a concept in chaos theory that suggests that even small changes in initial conditions can have significant and unpredictable consequences over time.

  • What are some of the challenges of writing new jokes, especially after a long career in comedy?

    The speaker acknowledges that even after years of experience, writing new jokes can be a daunting task. They emphasize the importance of finding humor in everyday life and the constant need to create fresh and original content.

  • How does the speaker's upbringing in a gay household influence their perspective on sexuality?

    The speaker reflects on how their mother's sexuality might have shaped their own, suggesting that it could have contributed to their own attraction to men. They also discuss the potential influence of media and societal norms on their understanding of sexuality.

  • What is the speaker's approach to designing a house, and what are some of the unique features they incorporated?

    The speaker describes their design process as collaborative, working with their wife to create a comfortable and stylish home. They highlight the inclusion of a dedicated "butt plug room," emphasizing the importance of personal preferences and comfort in their design choices.

  • What are some of the speaker's upcoming projects, and how can fans connect with him?

    The speaker promotes his upcoming projects, including a new children's book, a podcast, and a comedy show. He encourages fans to follow him on social media for updates on his performances and other projects.

Show Notes

This is part 3 of our Totally Todd series. Comedy’s own Michael Ian Black aka The Marm of Smarm returns along with Scott’s nephew Todd on a special B-B-BONUS episode of Comedy Bing Bong! Why is MIB in everything from Smosh: The Movie to Another Period to Wet Hot American Summer: First Day of Camp? Who were MIB and Todd’s first crushes? Will Riddle Me This go as smoothly as it always does? Tune in to find out!


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