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Penn's Sunday School

Penn's Sunday School
Masterclass
Comedy
Las Vegas
Penn & Teller
Penn and Teller
Timothée Chalamet
Magic
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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Penn hurt his back but it's nothing compared to jumping in high heeled cowboy boots, Matt headlines a comedy show with magic, chandelier girls, Penn goes from Lou Reed to Bob Dylan, Debbie Harry's accidental straightjacket escape, well lit houses, an... more

Penn is busy rehearsing and preparing to travel the UK in a van with Piff & Pop's Magic Shoppe, Penn and Matt have very different experiences with Stephen Colbert, foisting the variety arts on audiences expecting to see a band, Penn's memories of Ind... more

Penn is at his best when things don't go to plan, Matt follows the Penn Jillette school of thought on magic preparation - with results as expected live on stage, some new musicians performing with Bob Dylan lead to an in-depth look at guitar tech wit... more

Matt has some fun ideas to surprise Penn, a brand new opener at the big Penn & Teller Show, Sean Connery went face to glass with an arachnid, Penn hits UK morning talk shows to promote Piff and Pop's Magic Shoppe, and lots more.

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Recent Guests

Carr Hagerman
Author and creator of Out of the Blue Podcast
Out of the Blue Podcast
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
Jim Turner
Actor/performer involved with Clown Town
Clown Town cast
Episode: The Big Whoop
Mark Fite
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; long-running co-creator and performer in the duo; central on-air personality.
Matt Donnelly
Co-host, producer, and performer; longstanding partner in the show's dynamic.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 6.7k ratings
  • Good God, Corn-Revere is so afraid of pissing off his buddy Roberts.

    Podcast Addict
    1
    Right more often than not
    3 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 States3 months ago
  • 5 stars

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ointment McGiilicuty
    United States3 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 States10 months ago
  • the hosts do not take themselves to seriously. penn is a great entertainer. always wrong about something. thanks ready rich!

    Audible
    5
    Justin
    United States10 months ago

Listeners Say

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Audience leans into opinions on culture and media with a sense of humor.
The show is entertaining and thought-provoking, with memorable banter and guest dynamics.
Consistent appeal lies in stories from the live performance world and behind-the-scenes magic life.

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

The show features long, freewheeling conversations between two veteran performers who blend personal anecdotes with sharp takes on pop culture, politics, and current events. Across episodes, listeners get behind-the-scenes showbiz stories, touring life, and candid commentary on media, technology, and society, often anchored by humor, irreverence, and a willingness to tackle controversial topics. A standout quality is the improvisational, late-night vibe, plus frequent sponsorship plugs and ongoing discussions about learning and self-improvement through sponsored programs. Notable themes include resilience in live performance, the economics of entertainment, and a mix of nostalgia with timely observations that appeal to curious, media-minded... more

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

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