Comedy Bang Bang: The Podcast Bonus Bang: The PeeE Neurs (Langston Kerman, Ego Nwodim, Carl Tart, Paul F. Tompkins)
Nov 6, 2025
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Appetizer P. Neuer (character, performed by Carl Tart)
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Entrée P. Neuer (character / Ego Nwodim)
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Langston Kerman
Langston Kerman, a talented stand-up comedian and writer, shares insights about his experience crafting jokes for the Oscars and his character on Insecure. The inventive duo, Entrée P. Neuer and her brother Appetizer P. Neuer, join in to pitch outlandish products—from a protective 'balloon' to a cubicle health center. They humorously navigate family dynamics, discuss past jobs, and tackle life’s challenges, all while riffing on their quirky inventions and wild career anecdotes. Expect laughter and unexpected twists!
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Writing For The Oscars Experience
- Langston Kerman recounts his first writing gig: writing for Chris Rock at the Oscars and living in a hotel writing room for weeks. He describes being a sounding board, the cramped basement 'bat phone' room, tuxedo requirement, and the Governor's Ball perks.
Adapt To The Host's Comic Voice
- When writing for a specific host, tailor your role to their focus and style instead of pushing your own material. Be a facilitator: adapt to whether the host wants monologue-driven or sketch-driven content.
Comedy Writing Is Collective Work
- Group comedy writing often means being a sounding board rather than owning a whole joke. Final material frequently emerges through iteration and contributions from many people, not a single author.