Humor Me with Robert Smigel and Friends

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Will Forte, Patton Oswalt, and Dino Stamatopoulos Live in LA

In our live season finale, Robert and his guests Will Forte, Patton Oswalt, and writer Dino Stamatopoulos (Starburns from Community, Moral Orel) help a Christopher Lee fa

Jul 17
1 h 24 min

Dave Attell and Dino Stamatopoulos

Kevin, an acting teacher from Las Vegas contacts Humor Me, after he was being bullied by his boss at work. Comedian Dave Attell and Mr. Show, Moral Orel and Conan writer

Jul 10
1 h 17 min

Ellie Kemper and Michael Koman Part 2

In our stunning conclusion, Megann, who sought help "winning" in couples therapy, shockingly takes Robert's suggestion and tries to appear on Kill Tony instead! With our

Jul 3
42 min

Ellie Kemper and Michael Koman

Megann wants to one-up her husband in couples therapy. The Office and Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt star Ellie Kemper and her husband Michael Koman, producer of “The Paper” a

Jun 26
56 min

Rob Riggle and Alex Moffat

NHL superstar defenseman from the Buffalo Sabres, Rasmus Dahlin isn’t very comfortable with post-game interviews. In this episode, hockey fans and former SNL cast members

Jun 19
1 h 21 min

Colin Quinn and Mike Sweeney

Sean wants help writing a eulogy for his father in-law, who he can’t stand. Comedian Colin Quinn and Conan writer/producer Mike Sweeney help Sean turn his hatred into a

Jun 12
1 h 18 min

Jim Gaffigan and Alex Moffat

A high school teacher contacts Humor Me for help making his school’s morning announcements more entertaining. Comedian Jim Gaffigan, SNL performer Alex Moffat and writer

Jun 5
1 h 16 min

David Letterman and Jim Downey Part 2 with Steve O'Donnell

In a continuation of last week's episode, Robert welcomes a new fake sponsor with David Letterman and Jim Downey. Then Robert and Jim connect Burak with legendary late ni

Jun 3
39 min

David Letterman and Jim Downey

Burak from Istanbul, Turkey needs help writing a fan letter to celebrated late night writer Steve O’Donnell. Robert calls on the expertise of Steve’s former co-workers, L

May 29
1 h 10 min

Bob Odenkirk and Bruce McCulloch

Humor Me travels to the NorthStar Theater in San Francisco’s Chinatown for a live show with Robert’s old friends Bob Odenkirk and the Kids in the Hall’s Bruce McCulloch,

May 22
1 h 25 min

Andy Breckman and Eric Slovin

A Seattle public radio DJ summons the help of Humor Me to make his mic breaks between songs funnier. Legendary SNL/Late Night with David Letterman writer and the creator

May 15
1 h 11 min

Mikey Day and Streeter Seidell

An a Capella group contacts Humor Me for help punching up their banter between songs. Longtime SNL cast member Mikey Day and his writing partner, SNL head writer Streeter

May 8
1 h 19 min

Introducing: Humor Me with Robert Smigel and Friends

A weekly podcast where host, Robert Smigel, and a rotating panel, his friends, assist callers seeking help in making something in their real life funnier. Anything. A bes

Apr 29
1 min

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Position in the Comedy chart (US), last 90 days.

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#15

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days in the top 50 since May 2026

Chart positions

Where Humor Me with Robert Smigel and Friends ranks today in each Apple Podcasts chart (US, Oct 18, 2026).

#56 NEW Comedy US

What listeners say

A curated, balanced selection of Apple Podcasts reviews.

What a wonderful show and a great escape. These last few years have been a bit tough for me. It’s been difficult to laugh. Then I found this Podcast. A great premise where a network of very funny and talented people generously share their gifts with someone who needs to insert humor into some part of their lives. The process is hilarious and fascinating. Robert and his friends are genuinely invested in the best outcome for each guest. And the bonus is that they follow up to find out how each situation came out. Thank you for this Podcast.

DTinSeattle · Jul 2026

Just started listening and I binged every episode back-to-back like an addict. What a brilliant setup to create a writer’s room setting with nonstop riffs, bits, jokes, and inanity. This show is like an everlasting itch, and I cannot get enough. If you’re not listening, it’s ok, comedy is legal again.

Robocop_OCP · Jun 2026

A total treat to hear the thought process of joke writing from the best in the biz.

AimeeTinDC · Jun 2026

I love the gags and discussion! Smigel gets a great lineup of comedy geniuses to help regular people interject more humor into their lives. Hope that we'll hear from more diverse voices of the comedy pantheon in future episodes!

karenzbuzz · Jun 2026

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