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Don't Be Alone with Jay Kogen

Straw Hut Media
Comedy
Creativity
Music
Productivity
Art
Elvis Costello
Sports Fandom
Fandom
The Simpsons
The Economic Value Of Collaboration
Nick Cave
Weird Al Yankovic
Environmental Collapse
Psychology Of Sports
Graphic Novels
Bridesmaids
Cocktail Time!
Paul Feig
Ramones
2023

Don’t Be Alone with Jay Kogen is a comedy/advice podcast trying to fight the isolation of modern life. Each episode, Award winning TV writer/comedian/philosopher Jay Kogen has a conversation with a friend about how to solve the problems on Jay’s mind. These friends happen to be famous comics, musicians, actors, artists, writers, and sometimes even his family. It’s an entertaining, fun, and thought... more

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On today’s AUDIO ONLY show we talk about the value of anonymity, how to try and not let The Simpsons take over your life, being writers and actors, bad auditions, the value of improv, The Tracey Ullman Show, Chicago (the city), singing dancing, the t... more

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Emmy Award-winning producer/writer Al Jean has worked on THE SIMPSONS since it became a series in 1989. He has a credit on over 600 episodes and been showrunner for 22 seasons. In addition to nine Emmy Awards, he has won two coveted Peabody Awards an... more

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Author David Wolinsky talks about whether the internet is helping or hurting more, AI destroying movies and TV, dopamine addiction, The Onion, going cold turkey on social media, the email monster, and the idea that asking questions without having the... more

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Alex Edelman is an outstanding stand-up, writer, and creator of Just For Us talks about making his acclaimed broadway triumph, the death of his friend and collaborator - Adam, retiring the show, loving that others can do it, always being a student, s... more

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David Wolinsky
Author of The Hivemind Swarmed
Author/Writer
Episode: BONUS EPISODE! Author David Wolinsky Discusses Why Jay’s Podcast Ruins America.
Debbie Kasper
Comedian, writer, and performer
Actor/writer known for one-woman show and Roseanne work
Episode: BONUS EPISODE! Debbie Kasper Helps Jay with His One Woman Show
Alex Edelman
Stand-up comedian, writer; star of Just For Us
Just For Us (HBO)
Episode: Alex Edelman is always thinking. Jay is not Part 1
Josh Corey
Television writer, boxer-in-progress, host of From Writer To Fighter podcast
From Writer To Fighter
Episode: Writer Josh Corey Becomes A Boxer While Jay Does Not
Jay Mandyam
Stand-up comedian from Dallas with an interesting perspective on comedy and a background in film school at USC.
Episode: BONUS EPISODE! Comic Jay Mandyam Loves Comedy But Not Jay’s.
John August
Screenwriter known for Big Fish and Charlie's Angels
Episode: Screenwriters & Scriptnotes Podcasters, John August & Craig Mazin, Wonder If Writing’s Really the “Right Fit” for Jay
Craig Mazin
Screenwriter famous for The Last of Us and Chernobyl
Episode: Screenwriters & Scriptnotes Podcasters, John August & Craig Mazin, Wonder If Writing’s Really the “Right Fit” for Jay
Michael McKean
Actor, comedian, and musician known for roles in 'This Is Spinal Tap,' 'Better Call Saul,' and 'Laverne & Shirley.'
Episode: Michael McKean Says "Dignified & Beloved" May Not Be In Jay's Future.
Michael Hitchcock
Very funny actor and writer, known for his work in Christopher Guest films and various television shows.
Episode: Universally Loved Actor/Writer Michael Hitchcock, Explains Why Jay Isn't

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Jay Kogen
Award-winning TV writer, comedian, and storyteller guiding conversations with friends from entertainment and beyond.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 151 ratings
  • Love it!

    Jay is thoughtful and hilarious. Keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LaCarol2000
    United States21 days ago
  • Interesting Convos

    From big celebs to little known experts, Jay always gets a good conversation going. I’m here for it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TruthBeToldMPG
    United Statesa month ago
  • I like it. the guests. the connection. The host had his heart in the right place.

    Audible
    5
    "jaykogen"
    United States2 years ago
  • funny authentic and for me very relatable, but I'm Jay Kogen so...

    I like it. the guests. the connection. The host had his heart in the right place.

    Audible
    5
    "jaykogen"
    United States2 years ago
  • Love this podcast!!

    Love this podcast, funny, like the guests and host and I feel like I learn something each week!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mrs. Jody_☺️
    United States2 years ago

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BONUS EPISODE! Author David Wolinsky Discusses Why Jay’s Podcast Ruins America.
Q: What role does accountability play in creative work today, especially regarding fan ownership and reactions to changes in beloved media?
They explore the tension between creative freedom and audience ownership, noting that defenders of originality sometimes clash with changes, yet also recognizing opportunities for constructive criticism and dialogue.
BONUS EPISODE! Author David Wolinsky Discusses Why Jay’s Podcast Ruins America.
Q: How do you handle public perception of past work when that work continues to define you?
He discusses pride in his past credits while acknowledging the ongoing confusion of how audiences associate him with various projects; he emphasizes maintaining integrity and openness to conversations about his legacy.
Comic Alex Edelman is always thinking. Jay is not Part 2
Q: How did Alex Edelman decide to end Just For Us and move on to new work?
He describes a period of grief and exhaustion after the show, realizing he needed to learn from others and work with mentors to grow, eventually moving toward new projects and collaborations rather than repeating the same format.
BONUS EPISODE! Comic Jay Mandyam Loves Comedy But Not Jay’s.
Q: What else do you want to see get remade?
I'd like to give a canceled show a shot, like the Peter Melvin show, and also Welcome Back Cotter could be fun for a reboot.
BONUS EPISODE! Comic Jay Mandyam Loves Comedy But Not Jay’s.
Q: Do you think sitcoms are ever going to come back?
Fox is buying a lot of multi-cams, which is promising, but production is currently down.

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2. Debbie Kasper
3. Alex Edelman
4. Josh Corey
5. Jay Mandyam
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8. Michael McKean

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