James Austin Johnson

James Austin Johnson, a talented cast member of Saturday Night Live, showcases his hilarious Donald Trump impression, revealing the art of comedic imitation. Mariska Krett, a scientist specializing in contagious yawning, dives into the psychology behind this curious behavior, discussing its social implications and evolutionary significance. The lively conversation touches on audience engagement, heckling in comedy, and the quirky ways yawning can foster social bonding. Get ready for laughter and insight as these guests blend comedy and science!

In this engaging conversation, comedian James Austin Johnson, known for his incredible Trump impressions on SNL, dives into his creative process. He discusses the thrill of performing live and balancing comedy with political satire. Johnson shares insights on managing fame as a parent, his experiences with legendary mentors, and the intricacies of singing impressions, including a fun tale about an Ariana Grande sketch. He also reflects on the importance of showcasing his range beyond just impressions, making for a dynamic and insightful discussion.

Will Ferrell, Adam Sandler, Zach Galifianakis, and James Austin Johnson discuss funny stories and interactions with Norm, a memorable fake interview with Natalie Portman, childhood experiences with humor and comedy, incorporating Trump phrases in comedy acts, staying at Hampton Inn, and reflecting on proud comedic moments like the 'Gap Girls' sketch.

Starring Saturday Night Live's James Austin Johnson as the notorious curmudgeon, The Grinch hosts a talk show against Christmas cheer, grilling celebrity guests. In this episode, The Grinch rants about parent enforcements of early bedtimes for children and argues for allowing kids to develop their own sleeping habits.

James Austin Johnson figured out at a very young age that he could do impressions. When he got older and started doing comedy, he wanted to figure out a way to do them that didn’t feel like a Las Vegas lounge act. Now, as the preeminent Trump mimic and SNL’s resident impressionist, James tells Marc how he figured out how to hone in on the people he was imitating and how Covid isolation led to his Trump breakthrough. They also talk about James’s early years as a child actor in conservative Christian media productions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.