Michael Kosta

Michael Kosta, a stand-up comic and host of 'The Daily Show,' discusses the intersection of comedy and sports with a humorous twist. He shares insights on the art of writing comedy, revealing the distractions faced in today’s digital age. Kosta reflects on the evolving nature of comedy, from the lively Boston scene to the viral trends on social media. He humorously compares racket sports like tennis and padel, while also diving deep into the transformative power of cold plunges on mental resilience. Expect laughs and thoughtful commentary!

Peter Wolf, legendary musician and former frontman of the J. Geils Band, joins comedian Michael Kosta for a lively discussion. Wolf delves into his new memoir, sharing memorable stories, like drinking Bob Dylan's wine and hosting Muddy Waters. They explore the absurdity of prepping for the apocalypse in style, visiting a luxurious survival community. Additionally, they touch on the political antics surrounding Tesla and the implications of deep-seated socio-political issues, all delivered with humor and insightful anecdotes.

Michael Kosta, host of 'The Daily Show' and author of 'Lucky Loser,' shares his unique journey from the tennis circuit to comedy. He delves into the challenges of transitioning careers and the surprising similarities between sports and stand-up. The discussion highlights the bright future of young tennis stars like Amanda Anisimova and Mirra Andreeva, while Andy Roddick proposes changes to the ATP scheduling for better competition. They also touch on the evolving role of doubles in tennis, sparking a lively debate on its importance in the sport.

Michael Kosta, a comedic correspondent, reports hilariously on Trump's extravagant South Korea visit and the SNAP funding crisis. Political commentator Charlamagne Tha God urges Democrats to harness the energy from the 'No Kings' protests for systemic change and fresh candidates. Meanwhile, actors Aubrey Plaza and Dan Murphy share insights on their creative bond and their children's book, 'Luna and the Witch Throw a Halloween Party,' while Plaza reflects on her witchy roots and return to theater. This lively discussion blends humor, politics, and creativity!

Join comedian Jessica Williams, known for her sharp wit as a correspondent, as she hilariously tackles racial profiling while shopping and shares tips to navigate the chaos. Rob Corddry brings the field to life with reports from the wild world of Black Friday, capturing the absurdity of consumer behavior. Meanwhile, financial comedian Michael Kosta adds laughs to Cyber Monday shopping, highlighting the bizarre must-haves of the season. Together, they explore the chaotic spirit of shopping in America like never before.

Trevor and Michael discuss the causes and excuses for gun violence in America, touching on anti-immigrant rhetoric, violent video games, internet hate groups, mental illness, and the role of guns. They critique unrealistic suggestions and blame placed on media and lack of values, pointing out the need to address accessibility of weapons. The podcast humorously compares America's abundance of doors to other countries and proposes limiting doors in schools as a solution. They also touch on the debate between gun control in the US and the UK.

Michael Kosta, Desi Lydic, and Troy Iwata cover Trump and Biden's debate prep, while Jon Stewart critiques Biden's lapses and Trump's lies. They analyze debate styles, preparations, and humorous moments, discussing policy outlines, expectations, and exaggerated comedic recaps.

The January 6 Committee subpoenas Donald Trump, Trump's special master (Michael Kosta) suffers through a thankless job, and "Black Adam" star Quintessa Swindell sits down with Trevor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join comedians Michael Kosta, Hasan Minhaj, and Ed Helms as they tackle the hot-button issue of censorship with humor and insight. Kosta interviews a notorious book banner in Florida, revealing the absurdity of book bans. Minhaj dives into the battle between free speech and extremist rhetoric, proposing witty counter-strategies. Helms brings laughs with a sketch on campus journalism facing censorship. The conversation flows from big tech's struggles with moderation to the importance of reading banned books—don't miss these eye-opening revelations!

Michael Kosta, a comedian and former ATP player, takes listeners on a hilarious journey from the tennis courts to comedy stages. He shares the moment he realized pro tennis wasn’t his calling and began roasting instead. Kosta reveals the absurdities of life on tour and spills juicy behind-the-scenes stories from his new book, 'Lucky Loser.' He humorously compares the art of stand-up with tennis, highlights the challenges of both worlds, and shares wild mishaps that all players can relate to.