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Fitzdog Radio

by Greg Fitzsimmons · English · Comedy

Fitzdog Radio! Honest funny interviews w/ Greg Fitzsimmons' new and old friends diving deep and laughing hard. Guests include Zach Galifianakis, Joe Rogan, Sarah Silverman, JB Smoove, Chelsea Handler, Nick Swardson, Sebastian, Judd Apatow, Steven Wright, Dave Attell, Louis CK and Bill Burr This pod

New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 1 hr 21 min
Latest: 7 Oct 2026
Language: English

Latest episode

7 Oct 2026 · 1 hr 23 min

David Koechner: Hollywood Doesn’t Pay Like It Used To | Fitzdog Radio

Subscribe to Greg Fitzsimmons: https://bit.ly/subGregFitz David Koechner joins Greg Fitzsimmons to talk about why Hollywood jobs don’t pay like they used to, keeping stand-up on the calendar, and finding the spark to write again. The Anchorman and The Office star gets into raising five kids, his son’s unexpected move into Mexican music, and why he wants to bring more characters and physical comedy into his act. Greg and David also compare notes on medication, meditation, getting older, and playing comedy clubs instead of arenas. Plus, Greg’s bed bug scare, terrible hotel habits, and a round…

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23 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 28 min
Sam Tallent - Running the Light, BRUT & Life on the Road | Greg Fitzsimmons
Greg sits down with comedian and novelist Sam Tallent for a deep dive into stand-up, life on the road, sobriety, terrible openers, indie comedy clubs, marriage, writing and knowing when to stop chasing the next thing. Sam talks about his acclaimed novel Running the Light and his brand-new book, BRUT, a violent new thriller about an American hitman sent to Paris for one last impossible job. Greg and Sam also get into the strange psychology of performing, learning stand-up sober, the economics of comedy clubs, officiating weddings and why gratitude might be the only thing keeping comics sane.…
17 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 20 min
Kelsey Cook — Happy Hour, Road Rage and a Comedian’s Honeymoon | Greg Fitzsimmons
Subscribe to Greg Fitzsimmons: https://bit.ly/subGregFitz Kelsey Cook joins Greg just days after getting married and releasing her new Netflix special, *Happy Hour*. They talk about marrying comedian Chad Daniels, selling merch without losing your mind, surviving terrible openers and why road rage might be hereditary. Kelsey also opens up about her mother’s battle with frontotemporal dementia, the challenges of caregiving and finding a new home and community in Minneapolis. Plus, Fastballs with Fitz, comedy hackery and the enduring humiliation of an autocorrect joke. This show is produced by…
9 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 13 min
Joe DeRosa & Maddy Smith - Live From St. Pete
Greg Fitzsimmons hits the Joke World Comedy Festival in St. Petersburg, Florida for a live episode with Maddy Smith and Joe DeRosa. They get into Joe’s Netflix special, the insanity of comedy festivals, terrible hotels, testosterone, dating comedians, life on the road, merch hustles, writing for TV, Greg’s years working on Ellen, and what turning 60 has him thinking about next. Plus, Greg puts the audience to the test with “Talk Your Way Out of It” before wrapping things up with Fastballs with Fitz. MADDY SMITHWebsite: https://maddysmithcomedy.comInstagram:…
2 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 23 min
Jared Freid’s Family Plan | Greg Fitzsimmons
Subscribe to Greg Fitzsimmons: https://bit.ly/subGregFitz This episode is sponsored by Rocket Money. Let Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster at https://RocketMoney.com/FITZDOG Jared Freid joins Greg to talk about his new Netflix special The Family Plan, moving to Florida to be closer to his brutally honest parents, getting back together with an ex, taking a break from drinking, and discovering how GLP-1 medication changed his relationship with food. They also get into podcasting, surviving terrible comedy crowds, flying coach past Joe DeRosa in first class, Jared’s book…
26 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 15 min
Jeff Arcuri’s Overnight Success Took 14 Years
Subscribe to Greg Fitzsimmons: https://bit.ly/subGregFitz Jeff Arcuri joins Greg to talk about growing up on Long Island, working at a Manhattan dog daycare after appearing on Colbert, performing on cruise ships, and building a massive following through crowd work. Jeff also shares how he met his wife, Katie Thurston, his painfully awkward first time having sex, the worst opener he ever worked with, and the story behind their $8,000 Bon Jovi guitar. This episode is sponsored by PrizePicks. Download the app and use code FITZDOG to get $150 instantly in Lineups if you win your first $5 Lineup.…
20 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 27 min
Ryan Hamilton on Seinfeld, the Oscars and Surviving a Bus Crash | Greg Fitzsimmons
Subscribe to Greg Fitzsimmons: https://bit.ly/subGregFitz Ryan Hamilton talks about growing up in a tiny Idaho town, opening for Jerry Seinfeld, and turning a devastating collision with an airport shuttle bus into his new Netflix special, This Just Hit Me. He also recalls writing for the Oscars during the infamous Will Smith slap and debates the true meaning of irony with Greg. Support the show and reach your financial goals at https://rocketmoney.com/fitzdog This show is produced by Gotham Production Studios and part of the Gotham Network. https://www.gothamproductionstudios.com/studios/…
12 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 20 min
Anjelah Johnson-Reyes on Fame, Family and Finding Her Voice
Subscribe to Greg Fitzsimmons: https://bit.ly/subGregFitz Anjelah Johnson-Reyes joins Greg to talk about becoming a mother later in life, growing up wanting the chola lifestyle, changing her name after marriage and building a comedy career from her breakout nail salon bit. They also get into aging in Hollywood, accents and cultural appropriation, life on the road, raising kids and the surprising comedians who once opened for Anjelah.Anjelah’s new special Ugly Baby is available now on YouTube, and her podcast Funjelah is available on all major platforms. Sponsored by Quince. Go to…
5 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 22 min
Louis C.K. Reveals the Childhood Rejection He Never Forgot - Greg Fitzsimmons
Subscribe to Greg Fitzsimmons: https://bit.ly/subGregFitz Louis C.K. joins Greg for a funny and unexpectedly heartfelt conversation about their early days in Boston comedy, disastrous road gigs, awkward encounters with Lou Reed and the strange intimacy of male friendship. Louis remembers his first childhood rejection, revisits Greg’s missing wedding invitation and reflects on burnout, touring the world and returning to sillier comedy with his Netflix special Ridiculous. Tempo For a limited time, get 60% off your first box at https://tempomeals.com/FITZDOG Rules and restrictions may apply.…
22 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 19 min
Des Bishop: Catholic Guilt, Irish Identity and 31 Years Sober | Greg Fitzsimmons
Subscribe to Greg Fitzsimmons: https://bit.ly/subGregFitz Comedian Des Bishop joins Greg for a wide-ranging conversation about growing up Irish American, being sent to boarding school in Ireland, Catholic shame, sobriety, and the difference between guilt and shame. Des also talks about learning Mandarin to perform stand-up in China, navigating life between different cultures, and why great comedians never stop hustling for the audience. Plus, Greg remembers writing a romance novel in Ireland, the guys revisit childhood television before remote controls, and Des explains the fine line between…
15 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 21 min
Mark Normand on Bombing, Marriage & the Craziest Breastfeeding Story Ever | Greg Fitzsimmons
Subscribe to Greg Fitzsimmons: https://bit.ly/subGregFitz Mark Normand returns for one of the funniest conversations we've ever had. This episode is sponsored by Kalshi, the largest prediction market in America. Trade on everything from sports and politics to entertainment and more. Download the Kalshi app and use code SOCCER10 to get $10 when you trade $10, or visit https://kalshi.com/r/soccer10. We get into bombing on stage, bad gigs, marriage, dating after divorce, having kids, growing older, comedy careers, Catholic school, vacations, Bob Dylan, cockfights in Puerto Rico, breast milk,…
8 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 21 min
Francisco Ramos Is Single Again... Here's What Happened | Greg Fitzsimmons
Francisco Ramos returns to FitzDog Radio for one of our funniest conversations yet. We get into Francisco's recent divorce, dating again for the first time in years, life at the Comedy Store, directing films, his new stand-up special Still Learning, and why he still isn't using dating apps. We also dive into Venezuela's political turmoil, the World Cup, AI taking over the world, gay bars, comedy club stories, and Greg's signature Fastballs. Check out Francisco's new stand-up special Still Learning, available now, and find his upcoming tour dates at FranciscoERamos.com. If you enjoyed this…
1 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 18 min
Tank Sinatra on Viral Fame, Memes & Why Everyone Is So Angry | Greg Fitzsimmons
Subscribe to Greg Fitzsimmons: https://bit.ly/subGregFitz Greg Fitzsimmons sits down with internet legend Tank Sinatra for a hilarious conversation about memes, social media, parenting, sobriety, viral videos, and how he accidentally built one of the biggest comedy brands on the internet. They talk about Influencers in the Wild, why the internet makes people angry, raising kids, leaving corporate life, creating content that millions of people relate to, and the surprising business behind going viral. Before the interview, Greg shares stories from a weekend in the Hamptons, performing for…
24 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 23 min
Joe List Tells Wild Comedy Road Stories with Greg Fitzsimmons
Joe List joins Greg Fitzsimmons for a hilarious deep dive into comedy, Boston comics, Catholic guilt, road stories, Louis CK getting COVID in 2026, Skankfest chaos, Mike Donovan legends, Nick DiPaolo memories, and the strange reality of making a great living in stand-up while watching your friends headline arenas. They swap stories about opening acts gone wrong, growing up in Massachusetts, drinking disasters, comedy careers, race, religion, family, and why some of the funniest people alive never become household names. Plus: Bill Burr, Tom Papa, Colin Quinn, Joe DeRosa, Tim Dillon, Matteo…
17 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 16 min
Bobby Kelly Part 2: Hookers, Hecklers & Comedy Court
Subscribe to Greg Fitzsimmons: https://bit.ly/subGregFitz This is Part 2 of Greg’s conversation with comedian Bobby Kelly.Bobby and Greg pick up right where they left off, swapping stories from decades on the road together. From Boston comedy clubs and Tourgasm to nightmare college gigs, brutal corporate shows, hooker stories, Comedy Court at The Cellar, and getting booed by 14,000 people at the Boston Garden, this episode is packed with comedy war stories. They also talk about comedy cliques, Patrice O’Neal, Bill Burr, Dane Cook, Tough Crowd, Opie & Anthony, the rise of social media…
10 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 4 min
Bobby Kelly Talks Boston Comedy, Tom Brady & Near Death Moments | Greg Fitzsimmons
Subscribe to Greg Fitzsimmons: https://bit.ly/subGregFitz Comedian Bobby Kelly returns to Fitzdog Radio and immediately goes off the rails. Greg and Bobby talk about growing up in Boston, the early comedy scene with Dane Cook and Patrice O’Neal, Tom Brady’s insane aura, dangerous camping trips, amusement park terror, and multiple life-saving rescues that somehow turned traumatic. They also get into Bobby’s years working with people with intellectual disabilities, weird vacation disasters in Costa Rica, and why older comics just want peace and quiet.A chaotic and hilarious episode from two…
3 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 15 min
Beth Stelling | Fitzdog Radio Podcast | Greg Fitzsimmons
Subscribe to Greg Fitzsimmons: https://bit.ly/subGregFitz Comedian Beth Stelling returns to Fitzdog Radio. Greg and Beth talk about writing on Crashing, growing up in Dayton, Ohio, family drama, social media trolls, abortion jokes, comedy careers, ticket sales, and why getting older changes everything. Plus stories about Beth's eccentric father, special-needs softball games, and the realities of life on the road as a stand-up comic. Follow Beth:@bethstelling Tour dates and specials:https://bethstelling.com/ This show is produced by Gotham Production Studios and part of the Gotham Network.…
27 May 2026 · 1 hr 36 min
The Most Ridiculous Fitzdog Episode Yet with Harland Williams | Greg Fitzsimmons
Subscribe to Greg Fitzsimmons: https://bit.ly/subGregFitz Greg is running on fumes after a shingles shot, but things quickly spiral once comedy legend Harland Williams joins the show. What starts with cellos, Jell-O and donuts somehow turns into priests, moon landing conspiracies, hotel pillows, Jeffrey Dahmer, AI taking over animation, and one of the strangest conversations ever recorded on Fitzdog Radio. Harland also talks about his upcoming movie Wingman, his work in animation, using AI to create new projects, and the surprisingly serious life experiences that shaped him. Support our…
21 May 2026 · 1 hr 11 min
Ben Gleib on Launching YouTube’s First Late Night Show | Greg Fitzsimmons
Subscribe to Greg Fitzsimmons: https://bit.ly/subGregFitz Greg sits down with comedian and host Ben Gleib to talk about launching Good Night with Ben Gleib, a new late night show built for YouTube, complete with a virtual audience, house-party energy, big-name guests, and a studio inside Ben’s home. They also get into Chelsea Handler stories, late night comedy, John Oliver, dating, Ben’s wild Hollywood party memories, and the chaos of trying to run a full production out of your own house. Ben’s show, Good Night with Ben Gleib, was announced as one of YouTube’s first digitally native…
13 May 2026 · 1 hr 26 min
Luis J. Gomez: Fighting, Skankfest & Surviving Comedy
Subscribe to Greg Fitzsimmons: https://bit.ly/subGregFitz Comedian and Skankfest mastermind Luis J. Gomez joins Greg to talk about Netflix Is A Joke, wild Skankfest stories, comedy industry politics, road life, relationships, getting arrested in New York, boxing, podcasting, and the psychology of success. Plus: Louis explains why he stopped chasing approval, Greg recounts an awkward moment at Ted Sarandos’ Netflix party, and the two dive deep into stand-up, porn, aging, and why comedians are all slightly broken. This show is produced by Gotham Production Studios and part of the Gotham…
6 May 2026 · 1 hr 19 min
Raanan Hershberg I Greg Fitzsimmons - FitzDog Podcast
Subscribe to Greg Fitzsimmons: https://bit.ly/subGregFitz Greg Fitzsimmons sits down with comedian Raanan Hershberg for a loose, hilarious conversation covering nightmare gigs, hecklers, conspiracy theories, New York comedy, addiction, arena crowds, podcast politics, clean comedy, and the weird realities of life on the road. Greg may or may not be chemically balanced during this episode, but somehow the conversation only gets sharper as it goes. Plus: stories about Tacoma fights, college comedy circuits, Dave Attell, Rogan backlash, Vince Champ, and Raanan’s new short film “Memory Room.”…
30 Apr 2026 · 1 hr 26 min
Ron Funches (Fitzdog Radio #1136) | Greg Fitzsimmons
Greg Fitzsimmons sits down with the always hilarious Ron Funches for a wide-ranging conversation that goes from reality TV chaos to stand-up philosophy, and everything in between. Ron breaks down his experience on The Traitors, what it taught him about himself, and how it ultimately led to a life-changing autism diagnosis. The two dig into the ups and downs of the comedy industry, including the frustrating reality of streaming deals, social media influence, and why great comics still struggle to get specials made. They also get into: The unpredictability of making money in comedy The…
23 Apr 2026 · 1 hr 13 min
Jeremiah Watkins | Greg Fitzsimmons
Subscribe to Greg Fitzsimmons: https://bit.ly/subGregFitz Greg is fresh out of therapy and questioning gratitude, happiness, and why having everything still isn’t enough. Then Jeremiah Watkins joins the show and things immediately go off the rails. They get into comedy club horror stories, bad breath interventions, the chaos of opening acts, and the strange psychology of stand-up. Jeremiah talks about performing with legends, turning down distribution for his new special Crazy Pizza, and why betting on yourself might be the only move that matters. There’s also talk of Disneyland taking over…
15 Apr 2026 · 1 hr 29 min
David Feldman (Fitzdog Radio #1134) | Greg Fitzsimmons
Subscribe to Greg Fitzsimmons: https://bit.ly/subGregFitz Greg gets surprisingly emotional reflecting on his birthday, crying at speeches, golf, and the strange vulnerability that comes with aging, before welcoming comedy legend David Feldman for a wildly unfiltered conversation. The two dive into stand-up war stories, including on-stage fights, bombing after sold-out arenas, and the evolution of comedy from Boston and San Francisco to today. They riff on everything from Andrew Dice Clay and Anthony Jeselnik to conspiracy theories, podcasting, and the brutal honesty of chasing laughs for a…
9 Apr 2026 · 53 min
Greg Fitzsimmons (Fitzdog Radio #1133) | Greg Fitzsimmons
Subscribe to Greg Fitzsimmons: https://bit.ly/subGregFitz Greg goes solo this week to catch up on life, turning 60, and the wild birthday party that brought together friends, family, and a few unforgettable moments. He talks about seeing Bruce Springsteen live, navigating friendships across political differences, and what it feels like to hit a milestone age while still feeling young. Greg also shares stories from his past, including getting arrested as a kid and some chaotic teenage adventures, before wrapping up with a few “Fastballs with Fitz.” This episode is brought to you by Tempo. Get…
25 Mar 2026 · 1 hr 21 min
Ian Edwards (Fitzdog Radio #1132) | Greg Fitzsimmons
Subscribe to Greg Fitzsimmons: https://bit.ly/subGregFitz Ian and I talk about soccer but also some interesting stuff. This show is produced by Gotham Production Studios and part of the Gotham Network. https://www.gothamproductionstudios.com/studios/ Follow Greg Fitzsimmons: Facebook: https://facebook.com/FitzdogRadio Instagram: https://instagram.com/gregfitzsimmons Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregfitzshow Official Website: http://gregfitzsimmons.com Tour Dates: https://bit.ly/GregFitzTour Merch: https://bit.ly/GregFitzMerch “Dear Mrs. Fitzsimmons” Book: https://amzn.to/2Z2bB82 “Life on…
20 Mar 2026 · 1 hr 4 min
Derrick Stroup (Fitzdog Radio #1131) | Greg Fitzsimmons
Subscribe to Greg Fitzsimmons: https://bit.ly/subGregFitz Alabama comic Derrick Stroup joins Greg Fitzsimmons to talk about his new Netflix special produced by Nate Bargatze, his rapid rise in stand-up, and life on the road performing every weekend. The two get into Comedy Cellar initiation stories, Southern stereotypes, music debates, and the realities of balancing career momentum with fatherhood and health challenges. Plus, Greg shares highlights from his St. Patrick’s Day show before wrapping things up with a round of Fastballs with Fitz. This episode is brought to you by Tempo — fresh,…
11 Mar 2026 · 1 hr 11 min
Neal Brennan Episode 1130
Subscribe to Greg Fitzsimmons: https://bit.ly/subGregFitz Greg Fitzsimmons sits down with longtime friend and comedy powerhouse Neil Brennan (co-creator of Chappelle’s Show and host of Blocks). What starts as a conversation about stand-up quickly turns into a deeper discussion about purpose, aging, and the strange psychology of comedy. They talk about life on the road, jealousy in the business, why success never feels the way you think it will, and what happens when the things that used to drive you stop working. Greg opens up about starting therapy again as he approaches 60, while Neil…
4 Mar 2026 · 1 hr 22 min
Brad Williams Episode 1129
Subscribe to Greg Fitzsimmons: https://bit.ly/subGregFitz Brad Williams is back! The guys talk beauty pageants in Texas, post-Epstein paranoia, bombing Iran distractions, and why Fitz just stares at dads now. Then it’s straight into bourbon talk, Pappy Van Winkle airport purchases, Peaky Blinders whiskey cravings, and the realities of being a “functioning” alcoholic. Brad opens up about being married, midday sex saving marriages, dwarf roast battles, Kill Tony panel anxiety, Skankfest nude roasts, and the logistics of dwarf vs. average-sized fight intervention. This show is produced by…
25 Feb 2026 · 1 hr 35 min
Ali Siddiq (Fitzdog Radio #1128) | Greg Fitzsimmons
Subscribe to Greg Fitzsimmons: https://bit.ly/subGregFitz Greg sits down with Ali Siddiq for a sharp, wide-ranging conversation that blends comedy craft, fatherhood, prison politics, and mental health. Ali opens up about performing through a broken toe, battling panic attacks on the road, raising nine kids with wildly different personalities, and why he continues to independently release massively successful specials after repeated industry rejection. It’s funny, raw, opinionated, and full of the kind of honest storytelling that makes Ali one of the most compelling voices in stand-up today.…

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Fitzdog Radio is a English comedy podcast from Greg Fitzsimmons. Melo plays each episode straight from the publisher's own feed — no ads added, no account needed — and remembers where you stopped, in this browser only.

Publisher: Greg Fitzsimmons
Language: English
Category: Comedy
New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 1 hr 21 min
Latest episode: 7 Oct 2026
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