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Penn's Sunday School

Penn's Sunday School
Masterclass
Comedy
Las Vegas
Penn & Teller
Magic
Penn and Teller
Timothée Chalamet
Bob Dylan
Felony Juggler
Johnny Carson
Music
Performance Art
Super Bowl
Penn Jillette
Magic Tricks
Master Class
Cruise Ships
Magic Castle
Houdini
Tommy Smothers

Join us as Penn Jillette, Matt Donnelly, and YOU discuss the news of the week. We'll examine religious news, talk about monkeys, and anything else that seems funny or makes us mad. We'll also take your suggestions for things you feel like talking about. We run a live video stream from Show Creators Studios for people with the time and inclination to watch people sitting and talking. The live show ... more

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Latest Episodes

Penn is joined by guest host Sarah Lowe as he remembers David Fair of Half Japanese through stories, memories, and music. Plus, the history of 50 Skidillion Watts of Power in the Hands of Babies Records, Penn breaks tapes out of the vault, The Bank o... more

Penn shares memories and reflects on the life, career, and immeasurable generosity of spirit of Juan Tamariz, plus the easiest book Penn has ever written, thoughts on Penn & Teller's Magic and Mystery Tour, a Thanksgiving dinner gone wrong, Matt perf... more

Penn explores why he never got into politics, Matt saw the Backstreet Boys at the Sphere, zines, postcard club, and an inadvertent lollygag, the right way to eat pretzels and french fries, and lots more.

Penn's new pain relief comes with unexpected results, Matt visits an 88 year old magic festival and is also an improv god, Piff & Pop's Magic Shoppe rehearsals roll on, how Penn deals with criticism, Penn from the future, and lots more.

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Recent Guests

Carr Hagerman
Author and creator of Out of the Blue Podcast
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Episode: Carr Hagerman - Out Of The Blue
Bob Corn-Revere
First Amendment attorney
Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE)
Episode: Robert Corn-Revere - Created by Geniuses So It Can Be Run by Idiots
Mark Fite
Actor/performer involved with Clown Town
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Episode: The Big Whoop
Jim Turner
Actor/performer involved with Clown Town
Clown Town cast
Episode: The Big Whoop
Mark Malkoff
Author of Love, Johnny Carson, exploring the late-night legend.
Episode: Mark Malkoff - Love Johnny Carson (part 1)
Mike Jones
A jazz musician and podcaster
Episode: The Preposition Trilogy
Paul Provenza
Comedian and director, known for The Aristocrats
Episode: Paul Provenza - The Right to Die Old
Randy Pitchford
CEO of Gearbox Software and a guest on the episode
Gearbox Software
Episode: Fifty Years, Part One
Piff the Magic Dragon
Comedian and magician, known for his unique persona
Episode: Fifty Years, Part One

Hosts

Penn Jillette
Host of the show and co-entrepreneur with Matt Donnelly; long-time performer and thinker behind the show's philosophy.
Matt Donnelly
Co-host and magician/performer; maintains partnership with Penn across show and live productions.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 6.7k ratings
  • Really not very funny.

    Podcast Addict
    2
    shark37
    a month ago
  • Good God, Corn-Revere is so afraid of pissing off his buddy Roberts.

    Podcast Addict
    1
    Right more often than not
    4 months ago
  • Applause Applause!

    I want to send message to Penn & company about the episode with cast of movie Big Whoop. Love the podcast. Want to tell you after listening to this episode I bought The Big Whoop, have watched is four times and it is still making me laugh. This is another excellent recommendation, I am so glad you are involved and sharing the good news.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pzlgk
    United States5 months ago
  • 5 stars

    Gilbert Gottfried got me addicted to this podcast. Keep up the great work fellas.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ointment McGiilicuty
    United States5 months ago
  • funny, inspirational, relivent, wrong.

    the hosts do not take themselves to seriously. penn is a great entertainer. always wrong about something. thanks ready rich!

    Audible
    5
    Justin
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Fans appreciate candid behind-the-scenes takes on touring and show business.
Some listeners note polarization or changes in tone over time, but overall engagement remains high.
Listeners consistently praise the banter, chemistry, and entertaining storytelling.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#172
Philippines/Comedy

Talking Points

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Carr Hagerman - Out Of The Blue
Q: How did you handle the emotional impact of the accusation and the trial?
He describes entering a deep period of anxiety, turning to meditation and writing, and choosing to channel his energy into constructive routines, like cleaning spaces, to maintain a sense of purpose.
Negotiating For Your Latte
Q: Is that then your experience, Penn?
Absolutely, and to a creepy degree. It's incredible.
Negotiating For Your Latte
Q: What advice do you have as I move forward in this life?
Get the money first, name the band after yourself.
A Juxtaposition Butt Joint
Q: What would you like your legacy in magic to be?
I don't think Penn and Teller will have much of a legacy at all, if I had to guess, because we have a lot of friends in magic that I think will remember us.
I Was On Broadway!
Q: What equipment did you buy that Reddi Rich cares about?
A couple of guitars, a new interface, a new mixer, a brand new computer made specifically for sound production.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Penn's Sunday School

What is Penn's Sunday School about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The series centers on two veteran magicians-turned-hosts who banter about show business, current events, and behind-the-scenes life in Vegas and touring. Episodes mix candid career anecdotes, industry gossip, personal health and aging, and assimilation of brand partnerships (notably MasterClass) with long-running riffs, audience participation, and pop culture detours. The dynamic relies on humor, frankness, and a shared history in magic, making it feel like a late-night chat between longtime friends. Overall, listeners can expect irreverent takes on entertainment, storytelling that blends personal and professional experiences, and a steady stream of entertaining, lightly educational, and often provocative banter that appeals to fans of live... more

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2. Bob Corn-Revere
3. Mark Fite
4. Jim Turner
5. Mark Malkoff
6. Mike Jones
7. Paul Provenza
8. Randy Pitchford

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