Kumail Nanjiani, Taran Killam
Digest
This episode of the Comedy Bang Bang podcast features comedian Johnny and doll maker Long Legs as guests. The episode begins with a brief introduction and a call for new catchphrase submissions. Johnny, a comedian and actor, is welcomed back to the show and discusses his new tour "Doing This Again" and his role in the new season of "Only Murders in the Building." Long Legs, a doll maker, is introduced as the second guest, and the hosts engage in a humorous exchange about his profession and his alleged Satan worship. The conversation then shifts to Johnny's new projects, including his tour and his role in "Only Murders in the Building." He also shares his love for Scott's podcast studio. Long Legs reveals his unique personality and his fondness for the podcast, and the hosts playfully tease him about his unusual interests and his tendency to be a "spoilsport." The episode continues with discussions about Long Legs' movie, which stars Taren Killam and Bobby Moynihan, and his experience living with Nick Cage for a year and a half. The hosts also discuss the origin of Long Legs' name, which is revealed to be a result of the cinematography framing in his movie. Camille, one of the hosts, discusses her upcoming tour "Doing This Again" and her stand-up material, which includes strike-based humor and observations about signs and picket signs. Long Legs reveals that he is a member of the Dollmakers Union, Local 175, and the hosts engage in a humorous exchange about the union and its members. The episode concludes with a discussion about the character "Long Legs" from the movie "The Eyes of March," Camille's doll-making process, and her experience with her Cybertruck. The hosts also play their popular segment "Would You Rather?" and discuss their upcoming tour dates and their podcast "Comedy Bang Bang."
Outlines
Introduction and Guests
The episode begins with a brief musical intro and a call for new catchphrase submissions. The hosts introduce the guests, comedian Johnny and doll maker Long Legs, and welcome them to the show.
Johnny's New Projects
Johnny, a comedian and actor, is welcomed back to the show. The hosts discuss his new tour and his role in the new season of "Only Murders in the Building." He also shares his love for Scott's podcast studio.
Introducing Long Legs
Long Legs, a doll maker, is introduced as the second guest. The hosts engage in a humorous exchange about his profession and his alleged Satan worship.
Long Legs' Personality
Long Legs reveals his unique personality and his fondness for the podcast. The hosts playfully tease him about his unusual interests and his tendency to be a "spoilsport."
Long Legs' Movie and Nick Cage
The hosts discuss Long Legs' movie, which stars Taren Killam and Bobby Moynihan. Long Legs reveals that the movie is based on his life and that Nick Cage lived with him for a year and a half to study him.
Camille's Tour and Stand-Up
Camille discusses her upcoming tour "Doing This Again," which includes 12-13 cities this year and another 12-13 next year. She shares her excitement about playing in Minneapolis for the first time and other cities like Atlanta, Portland, and Vancouver. She also discusses her stand-up material, which includes strike-based humor and observations about signs and picket signs.
Long Legs' Union and Tour
Long Legs reveals that he is a member of the Dollmakers Union, Local 175. The hosts engage in a humorous exchange about the union and its members, including the Cabbage Patchmaker and the creators of Pound Puppies. Long Legs discusses his tour and his desire to never repeat any word he says during the show. The hosts playfully tease him about his ambitious goal and his unique approach to stand-up comedy.
The "Long Legs" Phenomenon
The episode begins with a discussion about the character "Long Legs" from the movie "The Eyes of March." The hosts delve into the character's unique traits and how they relate to the actress who voices her, Camille Nanjiani.
Camille's Doll-Making and Cybertruck
Camille discusses her upcoming "Doing This Again" tour, which will span 13-14 cities over two years. She talks about the challenges of touring, including being away from home and the late-night schedule. Camille reveals her unique doll-making process, which involves scavenging for materials and creating a stew from her neighbors' leftovers. She also discusses her passion for playing video games, particularly Topspin 2K25. The conversation shifts to Camille's infamous Cybertruck, which she describes as a "broken-down" vehicle that often malfunctions. She shares anecdotes about its self-parking feature and how it has driven her "crazy."
"Would You Rather?" and Tour Promotion
The hosts discuss Camille's impressive range of impressions, particularly her X-Men characters. They then transition into their popular segment, "Would You Rather?" The first "Would You Rather?" scenario involves choosing between being the least appreciated member of the Blue Man Group or receiving a notification every time a Corona gets its lime. The bonus round of "Would You Rather?" presents a choice between having fingers that grow along your jaw like a beard or a small face on your thigh. The hosts transition into promoting their upcoming tour dates, highlighting key locations and dates. They also mention their podcast, "Comedy Bang Bang," and encourage listeners to subscribe for access to past episodes.
Keywords
Catchphrase
A short, memorable phrase used by a person or group, often associated with a particular brand or product.
Prosthetic
An artificial body part, such as an arm or leg, used to replace a missing or damaged limb.
Stand-up Comedy
A form of comedic performance in which a comedian performs in front of a live audience, typically using jokes, stories, and observational humor.
Doll Maker
A person who creates dolls, often using various materials and techniques.
Only Murders in the Building
A popular Hulu comedy series about three strangers who become unlikely friends and investigate a murder in their apartment building.
Doing This Again Tour
A stand-up comedy tour by comedian Johnny, featuring new material and a unique approach to performing.
Brother Nature
A 2016 comedy film starring Taren Killam and Bobby Moynihan, about a group of friends who go on a camping trip.
Long Legs
A fictional character and internet personality known for his viral Twitter videos and his unique personality.
Union
An organization of workers who join together to improve their working conditions and negotiate with employers.
Pound Puppies
A popular line of plush toys created by Kenner in the 1980s, known for their adorable appearance and their adoption theme.
Q&A
What are Johnny's new projects?
Johnny is currently on a new tour called "Doing This Again" and is also starring in the new season of "Only Murders in the Building."
What is Long Legs' profession?
Long Legs is a doll maker, and he also has a movie based on his life starring Taren Killam and Bobby Moynihan.
What is the origin of Long Legs' name?
Long Legs' name comes from the cinematography framing in his movie, where he is often shot from a low angle, making his legs appear longer.
What is Camille's stand-up material like?
Camille's stand-up material includes strike-based humor, observations about signs and picket signs, and reflections on the movie "Signs" and Shyamalan's characters.
What is Long Legs' unique personality like?
Long Legs is known for his unusual interests, his tendency to be a "spoilsport," and his love for the podcast.
What is the Dollmakers Union like?
The Dollmakers Union is an organization of doll makers who work together to improve their working conditions and negotiate with employers. Long Legs is a member of the union, Local 175.
What is Long Legs' goal for his tour?
Long Legs wants to never repeat any word he says during his tour, which he acknowledges is a challenging but ambitious goal.
What is Camille's unique doll-making process?
Camille scavenges for materials and cooks a stew from her neighbors' leftovers before making her dolls. She also plays video games, particularly Topspin 2K25, during her doll-making process.
What are some of the challenges Camille faces while touring?
Camille finds it difficult to be away from home and the late-night schedule of stand-up comedy can be taxing. She prefers to be home with her wife, watching movies and playing video games.
Show Notes
Actor/comedian Kumail Nanjiani joins Scott to talk about the new season of Only Murders in the Building, his new stand-up tour Doing This Again, and the full names of his TV and film characters. Then, doll maker Longlegs drops by to talk about the recent movie based on his life, how he celebrates Christmas, and his new cybertruck. Plus, Kumail and Longlegs compete in an exciting game of Would You Rather!
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