Joy, a Podcast. Hosted by Craig Ferguson

In this engaging discussion, A.O. Scott, a seasoned film critic for The New York Times Book Review, shares insights from his 23-year career reviewing films and transitioning back to literary criticism. He delves into the nostalgic relationship between personal branding and memory, contrasting the artistic and commercial motivations in filmmaking. Scott explores the evolution of film criticism in the digital age and highlights how societal changes influence our appreciation of cinema. With humor and wisdom, he reflects on generational perspectives and the dynamics of creativity in modern storytelling.

Valarie Kaur is a Sikh activist, author, and founder of the Revolutionary Love Project. In a compelling conversation, she shares her inspiring journey from personal tragedy to activism, emphasizing the transformative power of revolutionary love in a polarized world. Valarie discusses the healing potential of forgiveness and the importance of empathy to bridge divides. She also reflects on unexpected connections through faith and the significance of community bonds, all while encouraging practical tools to integrate love into daily life.

Comedian David Cross needs no introduction, Emmy Award winner and two-time Grammy Award nominee David Cross is an inventive performer, writer, and producer on stage and screen. Check out his highly engaging conversation with Craig. From July through December 2024, David will tour theatres in 50 cities across the U.S. with his new show, David Cross: The End Of The Beginning Of The End.  Additional international dates are being planned for 2025. All tour dates and tickets available at David’s website. David also hosts the podcast, Senses Working Overtime with David Cross, available every Thursday on all audio platforms and video available on David’s YouTube page. EnJOY! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet Natalie Cuomo, born and raised in Queens, NY, Natalie was named one of New York Comedy Festival's "Comics To Watch" in 2023 and has been featured in Time Out NY, LA Times, New York Magazine, Inked Magazine, and Metal Injection. She hosts her own podcast called Help! With Natalie Cuomo.  She is also currently on tour, check out her full list of dates here. Listen to Natalie and Craig discuss all things comedy and life. EnJOY! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The amazing and charming Dr. Cerf is back! He is one of the world’s top thoracic surgeons and his peers have voted him one of America’s Best Doctors. He is also here to deliver the exciting news that NYU ranked number one in U.S. News & World Report in lung cancer surgery and lung surgery. EnJOY this enlightening conversation between Dr. Cerf and Craig! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet Molly Kearney, an American stand-up comedian and actor best known for her work on NBC sketch comedy series Saturday Night Live. Molly and Craig discuss growing up in religious environment, being an outsider and reasons why one might become a comedian. EnJOY! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet Robert Smigel, a writer, producer, actor and director known best for his Saturday Night Live “TV Funhouse” cartoon shorts and as the creator and voice of Triumph, the Insult Comic Dog, the foul-mouthed puppet who mercilessly mocks celebrities and others in the style of a Borscht Belt comedian. Triumph debuted on Late Night with Conan O’Brien, for which Robert served as the first Head Writer/Producer. Watch Robert’s latest live video from Triumph the Insult Comic Dog’s San Francisco performance of Triumph the Insult Comic Dog’s Let’s Make A Poop here. Robert is also starring in the film, Between The Temples, which will be out in theaters nationwide August 23rd. EnJOY! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet Susie Essman who needs no introduction! She is best known for her role as Susie Greene on Curb Your Enthusiasm. Susie talks to Craig about her stand up career and why she is not doing it anymore, her growing up in the Bronx, the family dynamics and of course everything Curb Your Enthusiasm. Absolutely do not miss this episode and check out her podcast titled The History Of Curb Your Enthusiasm With Jeff Garlin & Susie Essman here. EnJOY! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson Reunion with Josh Robert Thompson who was Geoff Peterson the sassy robot and Joseph Bolter who was the Secretariat aka the sassy horse. This one is for all the late late show fans! EnJOY! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet Stephanie Boswell, an internationally acclaimed pastry chef, creator of the Faberge Egg, a signature dessert that has received worldwide recognition and the Foie Gras Candy Bar, which the late Anthony Bourdain called a “must-do in Las Vegas.” Catch her on first season of  NEXT BAKING MASTER now, enJOY!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.