The Comedy Cellar: Live from the Table

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For 30 years, New York's legendary Comedy Cellar has served as the launching pad for greatest stand up comedians in the world. Colin Quinn, Dave Chappelle, Ray Romano, Dave Attell, Chris Rock, Jon Stewart, Dane Cook, Robert Kelly and Greg Giraldo are just a few of the comedians who began as Cellar regulars. But classic stage performances have never been the only show going on at the Cellar. The bi... more

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Publishes	Twice weekly	Episodes	622	Founded	10 years ago
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Walter Russell Mead: Weighing Action vs Inaction in Iran

Featuring Walter Russell Mead, this conversation dives into one of the most dangerous questions in the world right now: what happens if Iran gets the bomb—and is it already too late to stop it?

From the real stakes behind the Strait of Hormuz to the... more

2 Apr 2026 • 1 hr

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Robert Pape: There’s No Military Solution on Iran – Only Diplomacy and “Containing” Israel

In a heated debate, Robert Pape argues that the current Iran crisis is not just about bombs, deterrence, or regime change. It is about an escalation trap.

In this interview, Pape says there is no military solution to stopping Iran from eventually ge... more

1 Apr 2026 • 1 hr 25 min

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Iran, Nukes and the Illusion of Safety | Nuclear Weapons Expert Scott Sagan

The Table is joined by Professor Scott Sagan - leading scholar of nuclear security and international relations.

Sagan explains that the biggest risk of Iran going nuclear is being missed. It's the threat of accidental explosion and even full-out nu... more

28 Mar 2026 • 56 min

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Brute Force vs Strategy — Iraq War Veteran Phil Klay on America’s War Thinking

Philip Klay is a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps. He is an author, a journalist and winner of the National Book Award. He currently teaches fiction at Fairfield University and his writing has appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, The ... more

27 Mar 2026 • 1 hr 10 min

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Recent Guests

Walter Russell Mead

Author and strategist; Robert Ravenel B. Curry III Distinguished Fellow in Strategy and Statecraft at Hudson Institute; Wall Street Journal columnist; Professor

Hudson Institute; Wall Street Journal; University of Florida

Episode: Walter Russell Mead: Weighing Action vs Inaction in Iran

Robert Pape

Professor of Political Science, University of Chicago

University of Chicago

Episode: Robert Pape: There’s No Military Solution on Iran – Only Diplomacy and “Containing” Israel

Scott Sagan

Stanford professor, co-director and senior fellow at the Center for International Security and Cooperation

Stanford University

Episode: Iran, Nukes and the Illusion of Safety | Nuclear Weapons Expert Scott Sagan

Phil Klay

Veteran of the US Marine Corps, author and journalist, National Book Award winner

Author/Journalist

Episode: Brute Force vs Strategy — Iraq War Veteran Phil Klay on America’s War Thinking

Alana Newhouse

Editor-in-chief of Tablet Magazine

Tablet Magazine

Episode: Is "Zionism for Everyone?” Tablet Mag Editor Alana Newhouse Makes the Case

Andrew Weinreich

Serial entrepreneur, angel investor, inventor of social media

Six Degrees / social networking pioneer

Episode: Before Facebook Existed: The TRUE Story of the First Social Network (10M Users in 1997!)

Periel Aschenbrand

Table participant at the Comedy Cellar

Media/Podium guest

Episode: Before Facebook Existed: The TRUE Story of the First Social Network (10M Users in 1997!)

Eric Kaufmann

Professor of Politics at the University of Buckingham, Director of the Center for Heterodox Social Science

University of Buckingham

Episode: The Truth Behind the Groyper Panic and Immigration and Iran

Michaeleen Doucleff

Author and scientist discussing parenting, dopamine, and child development

Author; NPR contributor

Episode: Discipline, Screens, Genetics, Routine – What Actually Shapes a Kid? - Michaeleen Doucleff

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Dan Naturman

Co-host and comedian, regularly engages in discussions of various topical issues alongside other comedians.

Noam Dworman

Owner of the Comedy Cellar and a prominent figure in the discussions, often sharing insights on political matters.

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 547 ratings

James Lindsay
Great show w James Lindsay. Illuminating! And great work, Periel, as producer
Apple Podcasts
5
rabidmoderate
United States4 months ago
These guys don’t listen and they’re mansplaining to a female expert 👎
I’m listening to the episode with Dr Orna Guralnik. These guys aren’t listening to their expert guest and the evidence she is presenting them. MADDENING! 😡
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1
NatalieSSSSSSS
United Kingdom6 months ago
Painfully stupid & unfunny
Painfully unfunny. Pathetically stupid. Willfully ignorant. Bigoted. Trash.
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ELewis24
United States6 months ago
Provide a Counter
How about instead of just calling information crazy or ridiculous or conspiracy, you provide a counter argument or explanation. I guess you can just adopt the mainstream explanation. However, most people don’t believe that the mainstream media provides the truth. Mainstream media has been caught lying countless times. Enter the birth of the conspiracy conclusion!
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5
Diggy Dougie
United States6 months ago
Wheels fell off towards the end…
Some amusing moments, until they started to minimise the crimes of Maxwell and Epstein, amongst a few other big turn-offs. Just, nah…..I’ll leave the support of paedo cheerleaders to others.
Apple Podcasts
1
Drums 4 life
United Kingdom8 months ago

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A vibrant mix of humor and serious commentary, blending comedic insights with current events.

The debates often spark thought-provoking discussions that resonate well with listeners who appreciate a mix of comedy and critical analysis.

Listeners enjoy the witty banter and the diversity of thought among the hosts, though some express frustration with interruptions during guests' commentary.

Overall, feedback reflects a strong appreciation for the engaging discussions and high-profile guests featured, but certain episodes have drawn criticism for perceived biases.

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Apple Podcasts	#88	Argentina/Comedy
Apple Podcasts	#118	Israel/Comedy
Apple Podcasts	#214	Spain/Comedy

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Brute Force vs Strategy — Iraq War Veteran Phil Klay on America’s War Thinking

Q: Is there a viable path to preventing Iran from obtaining a bomb without triggering greater violence?

The conversation explores containment, diplomacy, and the heavy costs of any military option; the guest argues that direct confrontation risks chaos and worse outcomes, suggesting cautious, multi-faceted approaches rather than brute-force solutions.

Brute Force vs Strategy — Iraq War Veteran Phil Klay on America’s War Thinking

Q: Why do you think we should be worried about Iran getting a bomb?

Because a nuclear-armed Iran could significantly shift regional power dynamics, threaten neighbors, and spur proliferation efforts across the Middle East, making the world a more unstable and dangerous place.

Before Facebook Existed: The TRUE Story of the First Social Network (10M Users in 1997!)

Q: What was the hardest part about raising money for Six Degrees, and how did investors react?

He describes being rejected by many rich individuals, facing skepticism about the internet and social networks, and eventually securing support after persistent pitching, with a notable moment where a skeptic later invested after repeated visits, underscoring the challenging fundraising climate of the era.

Before Facebook Existed: The TRUE Story of the First Social Network (10M Users in 1997!)

Q: When did you start Six Degrees and how did that lead to the social network concept you pitched to investors?

Andrew explains they began in the mid-1990s, launched in 1997, and that the team built a framework around a web-only idea, focusing on user networks and the second-degree connections to create a scalable social graph, which later became central to Six Degrees and the patent groundwork.

Is "Zionism for Everyone?” Tablet Mag Editor Alana Newhouse Makes the Case

Q: What is the central claim of the Tablet piece Zionism for Everyone?

The claim is that Zionism can be understood as a practical 'technology' for national ethnos—combining particularism, pragmatic ruthlessness, and an optimistic, future-oriented mindset—and that applying this frame could help various nations navigate modern challenges of identity and cohesion.

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1. Walter Russell Mead
2. Robert Pape
3. Scott Sagan
4. Phil Klay
5. Alana Newhouse
6. Andrew Weinreich
7. Periel Aschenbrand
8. Eric Kaufmann

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