
My New Thing is a comedy podcast featuring the funniest people on the planet discussing their latest obsessions. Hosted by comedians Dan Wilbur (The Onion, Sirius XM) and Zach Sims (Comedy Central).
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 100 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Stand-UpComedyComedy Interviews | |||

Today we ask you: when are you going to give us some grandkids??
Zach and Dan talk to the multitalented comedian Kimberly Dinaro (The Tonight Show) about her love of karaoke, rollerblading, and subreddits where parents discuss their regret over havi... more
You're traveling through another dimension... A dimension mostly made up of the sounds of our voices... It's another bonus episode of My New Thing.
Today, Dan shares his lifelong love of The Twilight Zone with Zach as they watch a Season 2 classic "... more
Get ready to share your real feelings, we're in the heart circle with another episode of My New Thing!
Today in the Hobby Hole, Zach and Dan invite the hilarious CJ Koepp (Reductress, Pixar) to discuss her love of communal living in co-ops, Harry Po... more
Looking good, feeling good! It's another bonus episode of the show!
Today in the Hobby Hole, Zach and Dan conclude their chats about Nick de Semlyen's Wild and Crazy Guys by covering the 1983 classic Trading Places! We talk about class, racism, Dan ... more
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I know Dan from his “better book covers” blog of yore and was pleasantly surprised to find this podcast a few months ago. The hosts are effortlessly hilarious and charming - a truly delightful hang each episode. Love their self deprecating humor and good natured convos. Keep it up!
Funny, smart, and I've picked up a lot of great recommendations along the way. In reference to the outro of the Isabel Hagan episode...I hope this review is not number 45 or 47. I'II take 46 if I have to.
These guys are great!
This show is such a fun surprise. Dan and Zach have this effortless chemistry that makes you feel like you’re sitting at the table with them, just laughing along. I love how every episode it’s a totally different “new thing” — sometimes it’s something niche like graffiti, other times it’s music, movies, or even weightlifting — but it’s always funny, and it always goes somewhere unexpected. The guests are great, the tangents are hilarious, and it never feels forced. It’s the perfect mix of casual... more
Great dudes. Silky, beautiful voices. Smiling, seething righteous rage just under the surface. Just a grand time and GREAT guests. May there be many New Things!
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Apple Podcasts | #132 |
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A witty, informal chat show where guests share their latest obsessions, from music and film to quirky hobbies and pop culture phenomena. The hosts keep conversations playful and improvisational, layering personal anecdotes, comedic riffs, and thoughtful takes on what people are obsessing about right now. Episodes tend to mix broad appeal topics with niche passions, often veering into humorous tangents and light philosophy about creativity, success, and everyday quirks. The format feels approachable for listeners who enjoy casual banter, surprising guest pairings, and recommendations that you might actually try next weekend. A standout is the willingness to pivot between heartfelt moments and silly bits, making each episode feel like a spont... more
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Recent guests on My New Thing include:
1. Soul Khan
2. Molly Ruben-Long
3. Doug Smith
4. Isabel Hagen
5. Matt McCarthy
6. Kath Barbadoro
7. Gabe Pacheco
8. Jill Weiner
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