This week, Margaret talks with comedian Gina Brillon about being a female stand up and why they continue to be outnumbered. Also in this episode: - Gina and Margaret talk about “cancel culture” in comedy; When is it merited and when is it not? - The college comedy circuit and that time Margaret performed in a cafeteria on two tables pushed together.  To learn more about Gina, check out her comedy special The Floor is Lava on Prime or follow her on Twitter @GinaBrillon. The Margaret...

This week, Margaret talks with actress and comedian Maysoon Zayid about being Palestinian American and how this identity helped kick off her comedy career. Also in this episode: - Maysoon talks about wanting to be a voice for the disabled community and shines a light on ‘disability porn’ - The General Hospital role that has been the culmination of Maysoon’s lifelong dream - That time Maysoon compared Yasser Arafat to Luke from General Hospital (read the article here:...

This week, Margaret talks with TV host Sharon Osbourne about the in-the-works movie on her husband Ozzy's life. Then she speaks to Go-Go’s member Kathy Valentine about her new book ‘All I Ever Wanted’. Also in this episode: - Sharon and Margaret discuss their past lives - Kathy tells Margaret about her journey from addiction to recovery  - Sharon dishes on the show that started it all, The Osbourne’s  - Margaret tells Kathy about watching the Go-Go's perform as a teen in San...

In her final pride bonus episode, Margaret speaks with author and comedian Cameron Esposito about how her comedy reflects her life experiences and where she sees stand-up going post-quarantine. The Margaret Cho is an Earios production. Theme music by Garrison Starr. Contact Margaret at [email protected]. Edited by Tracy Levy.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, Margaret talks to actor Randall Park about growing up in a Korean American family and his hilarious sitcom, Fresh Off the Boat.  Also in this episode: - A deep dive into old time TV, including Good Times and Sanford and Son - How Margaret and Randall’s parents feel about their chosen career paths - How their Korean families dealt with hardships (hint - pay it no mind!) To learn more about Randall and what he is up to, follow him on instagram @RandallPark. The Margaret Cho is...

In her next Pride bonus episode, Margaret speaks to sex advice columnist and America's sweetheart Dan Savage about how times have changed for the gay community since the days of the “hanky code” (if you know, you know). Also in this episode: - Dan talks about his It Gets Better Project (https://itgetsbetter.org/) - Dan’s former life as a drag queen and why he stopped doing it - The decoder ring needed to understand the variations in color on all of those Pride flags - Sex during...

This week, Margaret talks to drag superstar and children’s book author Lil Miss Hot Mess about “queerantine” and her work with Drag Queen Story Hour at libraries worldwide.  To learn more about Lil Miss Hot Mess and her new children's book The Hips on the Drag Queen Go Swish, Swish, Swish, visit https://www.lilmisshotmess.com/ The Margaret Cho is an Earios production. Theme music by Garrison Starr. Contact Margaret at [email protected]. Edited by Tracy Levy.   See acast.com/privacy for...

In honor of Pride Month, Margaret speaks with TV host Melissa Rivers about her late mother, Joan, and their relationship with the LGBTQ community.  The Margaret Cho is an Earios production. Theme music by Garrison Starr. Contact Margaret at [email protected]. Edited by Tracy Levy.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, Margaret talks to musician and podcaster Tony Thaxton about music in a post Covid world and the albums he’s listening to during quarantine.  The Margaret Cho is an Earios production. Theme music by Garrison Starr. Contact Margaret at [email protected]. Edited by Tracy Levy.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In honor of Pride Month, Margaret speaks with drag superstar Jackie Beat about horror films and other delights that help them get through quarantine.  The Margaret Cho is an Earios production. Theme music by Garrison Starr. Contact Margaret at [email protected]. Edited by Tracy Levy.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, Margaret talks to talk show host and podcaster Jeannie Mai about Black Lives Matter and how she is learning to show up for the movement as an Asian American.  The Margaret Cho is an Earios production. Theme music by Garrison Starr. Contact Margaret at [email protected]. Edited by Tracy Levy.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, Margaret talks to author and creator of The Angry Therapist, John Kim, about the Korean American experience and how to reframe your view of the state of the world.  The Margaret Cho is an Earios production. Theme music by Garrison Starr. Contact Margaret at [email protected]. Edited by Tracy Levy.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, Margaret talks to comedian and The Daily Show creator, Lizz Winstead, about her career and Lady Parts Justice, the organization she founded that works to protect women’s reproductive rights. The Margaret Cho is an Earios production. Theme music by Garrison Starr. Contact Margaret at [email protected]. Edited by Tracy Levy.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, Margaret talks to author Jenny Lee about her new book, Anna K, and the way that quarantine is affecting productivity.  The Margaret Cho is an Earios production. Theme music by Garrison Starr. Contact Margaret at [email protected]. Edited by Tracy Levy.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, Margaret talks to actress and comedian Lauren Lapkus about life under quarantine and her role on the hit Netflix series Orange is the New Black.  The Margaret Cho is an Earios production. Theme music by Garrison Starr. Contact Margaret at [email protected]. Edited by Tracy Levy.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Here’s a sneak peek of a new show you’ll love from Earwolf: The Human Condition podcast hosted by Beverly Ginsberg (Jamie Denbo), Jewish mother, native New Englander and liver of life, welcomes both experts and amateurs alike in to discuss self help topics covering everything from mommy blogging to massages. This is a comedic podcast with REAL advice and perspectives embedded within it, hosted by a slightly overbearing woman of a certain age with more far more enthusiasm than savvy. (The...

This week, Margaret talks to comedian Brent Weinbach about his penchant for video games. He also gives Margaret an impromptu piano lesson which leads to a special duet!  The Margaret Cho is an Earios production. Theme music by Garrison Starr. Contact Margaret at [email protected]. Edited by Tracy Levy.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, Margaret talks to actor Alan Ruck about his storied career and his latest turn as Connor Roy on Succession. Then she speaks with comedian Atsuko Okatsuka about her talent for twerking and teaching dance.  The Margaret Cho is an Earios production. Theme music by Garrison Starr. Contact Margaret at [email protected]. Edited by Tracy Levy.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Margaret Cho will be back next week with more new episodes, but in the meantime, enjoy this re-release of Margaret's conversation with My Favorite Murder cohost, Karen Kilgariff! The Margaret Cho is an Earios production. Theme music by Garrison Starr. Contact Margaret at [email protected]. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

This week, Margaret talks to singer-songwriter Aimee Mann about her “reputation” as a one-take singer and the ways her musical style has changed over the years. Then she speaks with comedian and filmmaker Jena Friedman about misogyny in comedy and why it’s important for women to get political on stage.  The Margaret Cho is an Earios production. Theme music by Garrison Starr. Contact Margaret at [email protected]. Edited by Tracy Levy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit...

This week, Margaret talks to actress Paget Brewster about how improv helped her acting, and what is was like to join the cast of Friends during its early years. Then she speaks with actress Poppy Liu about Asian American representation, and empowerment through kink exploration and pleasure activism.  The Margaret Cho is an Earios production. Theme music by Garrison Starr. Contact Margaret at [email protected]. Edited by Tracy Levy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit...

This week, Margaret talks with actress and comedian Tiffany Haddish about her career success and tips for online dating while on the road. The Margaret Cho is an Earios production. Theme music by Garrison Starr. Contact Margaret at [email protected]. Edited by Tracy Levy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

Its Mortal Minority Month on The Margaret Cho, where Margaret sits down with a guest to discuss the most notorious crimes in Asian history. In this episode, listen in as Margaret chats with comedian Brent Weinbach about Issei Sagawa, a cannibal that got away with murder. The Margaret Cho is an Earios production. Theme music by Garrison Starr. Contact Margaret at [email protected]. Edited by Tracy Levy. Call the Earios hotline! 844-370-8643 For information regarding your data privacy, visit...

Its Mortal Minority Month on The Margaret Cho, where Margaret sits down with a guest to discuss the most notorious crimes in Asian history. In this episode, listen in as Margaret chats with comedian Robin Tran about the serial rapist Joji Obara.  The Margaret Cho is an Earios production. Theme music by Garrison Starr. Contact Margaret at [email protected]. Edited by Tracy Levy. Call the Earios hotline! 844-370-8643 For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

Its Mortal Minority Month on The Margaret Cho, where Margaret sits down with a guest to discuss the most notorious crimes in Asian history. In this episode, listen in as Margaret chats with comedian and actor Irene Tu about the string of murders carried out by Charles Ng. The Margaret Cho is an Earios production. Theme music by Garrison Starr. Contact Margaret at [email protected]. Edited by Tracy Levy. Call the Earios hotline! 844-370-8643 For information regarding your data privacy,...