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Hollywood Handbook

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Hollywood Handbook
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Hollywood Handbook is an insider's guide to achieving your showbiz dreams from two A-List it-boys who are living theirs. Hayes and Sean provide an exclusive VIP backstage pass into Tinseltown politics, answer questions from unsuccessful listeners, and bring in famous guests to discuss their craft and how they became what they are (famous).

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Recent Guests

Michael Ian Black
Actor and comedian invited as a guest
Actor/Comedian
Episode: Michael Ian Black, Our Close Friend
Patrick McDonald
Guest on episode titled Our Artists on Artists Friends
Artist/Entertainer
Episode: Angela Giarratana & Patrick McDonald, Our Artists on Artists Friends
Sarah Sherman
Guest on the podcast, comedian and performer
Episode: Sarah Sherman, Our Close Friend Again
Scott Aukerman
Comedian, creator of Comedy Bang! Bang! (guest on episode)
Comedy Bang! Bang! / Earwolf
Episode: Scott Aukerman, Our New Business Partner
Chuck Klosterman
Author and journalist known for essays on sports and culture
Author of Footballs
Episode: Chuck Klosterman, Our Close Friend
Nick Kroll
Comedian and actor
Guest on Hollywood Handbook
Episode: Nick Kroll, Our Symbiotic Friend
Riz Ahmed
Award-winning actor and musician, guest on episode
Unknown (guest on show)
Episode: Riz Ahmed, Our Close Friend
Martha Kelly
Comedian
Episode: Martha Kelly, Our... ?
Nick Kocher
Creator/performer, BriTANicK
BriTANicK
Episode: BriTANicK, Our Two Movies Friends

Hosts

Hayes Davenport
Co-host of Hollywood Handbook; long-running showbiz insider with a background in comedy and writing.
Sean Clements
Host of Hollywood Handbook; veteran comedian and writer with extensive backstage industry knowledge.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 5.1k ratings
  • Thanks

    This helped

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dwwallach
    United Statesa month ago
  • Wife and I love it!

    Not the same color as pictured in photo but it helps with the look of my rosacea. Will be back once we’ve worn this one out!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Simeans
    United Statesa month ago
  • best show on planet

    Riz Ahmed episode A++, Adam DiMarco episodes A++, Martha Kelly A++, Jeremy & Rajat episodes A++

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CBK 2000
    United States2 months ago
  • Wicked funny

    Smart, hilarious, silly, and stupid lol. I’ve been listening since the start like a million years ago - love the hosts

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Podnerd1985
    United States2 months ago
  • What is this?

    Came here for Jenny Slate’s episode and was so taken aback by the grossness of the host. I was nearly halfway into the episode and all it entailed was Jenny being forced to be a party to this gross man’s lowbrow, self-absorbed “comedy?”…I guess? I couldn’t even grasp what the gist of this show was. Is there a structure? Are we supposed to know this man? He wasn’t even interviewing her. So bizarre.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    pnw24climber
    United States5 months ago

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Listeners enjoy the candid banter and guest lineups that mix big-name stars with sharp takeaways about showbiz.
Some episodes are polarized by polarizing humor or structure, with a few criticizing misaligned focus or offbeat humor.
Fans praise the show for its wit, improv, and industry insight, calling it consistently funny.

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Spotify
#126
United States/Trending
Apple Podcasts
#238
United States/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#42
United States/Comedy
Spotify
#150
Canada/Trending
Apple Podcasts
#245
Canada/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#41
Canada/Comedy

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Cullen Crawford, Our Strip Law Friend
Q: Who are the notable cast members on your show?
We've got Adam Scott, Tanel James, Steven Root, and others in recurring roles.
Cullen Crawford, Our Strip Law Friend
Q: What's it like navigating the creative process as a showrunner?
It's a balancing act of being an artist and a businessman, having fun while managing the chaos.
Jake and Amir, Our Goodbye Headgum Friends
Q: What is next for each of us?
They are moving to J&A Studios and planning to create new content including sketches and podcasts.
Rob Cesternino, Our Traitors Friend
Q: How many breakfasts did we see?
I went to one breakfast during my four days in the castle.
Rob Cesternino, Our Traitors Friend
Q: Did they know about your book?
No, they didn't ask me about it, surprisingly.

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Two longtime comedians pull back the curtain on show business with irreverent humor, insider anecdotes, and high-profile guest conversations. Episodes pair meta-talk about branding, studio dynamics, and cross-promotion with playful riffs, spontaneous banter, and candid career stories from actors, writers, and creators. The show stands out for its chaotic chemistry, willingness to skew traditional interview formats, and a knack for turning industry chatter into entertaining bits that feel like backstage access for aspiring performers and media professionals.

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1. Michael Ian Black
2. Patrick McDonald
3. Sarah Sherman
4. Scott Aukerman
5. Chuck Klosterman
6. Nick Kroll
7. Riz Ahmed
8. Martha Kelly

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