Rank #1: John Mulaney

Riki talks with writer/comedian John Mulaney (Saturday Night Live, Comedy Central Presents, Best Week Ever) about breaking into the comedy world, the audition process and life at SNL.
Oct 03 2011
1hr 6mins
Rank #2: Joss Whedon

Riki talks with writer/director/producer/composer/all around creative force Joss Whedon (Buffy, Angel, Firefly, Dr. Horrible, The Avengers) about how he got his start, his love of writing and the decisions that defined his career.
Dec 20 2011
57mins
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Rank #3: Tig Notaro

Riki talks to comedian Tig Notaro (Live, The Sarah Silverman Program, In a World…) about touring, timing and learning to handle change.
Nov 01 2013
1hr 5mins
Rank #4: Thomas Middleditch

Riki talks with actor/comedian Thomas Middleditch (The Campaign, Fun Size, The Office Spinoff) about improv, nudity and the definition of a comedian.
Sep 18 2012
1hr 34mins
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Rank #5: Kumail Nanjiani

Riki talks with comedian/actor Kumail Nanjiani (Franklin and Bash, Portlandia) about growing up in Pakistan, developing his stand up and getting in the right head space.
May 02 2012
1hr 10mins
Rank #6: Felicia Day

Riki talks with actress/writer/internet sensation Felicia Day (The Guild, Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog, Buffy) about becoming a content creator, her hatred of auditioning and success on her own terms.
Mar 20 2012
51mins
Rank #7: Doug Benson

Riki talks with comedian/podcaster Doug Benson (Doug Loves Movies, The Benson Interruption) about humble beginnings, capitalizing on good ideas and getting a career on his own terms.
Dec 06 2011
1hr 8mins
Rank #8: Natasha Leggero

Riki talks to actress/comedian Natasha Leggero (Burning Love, The Roast of James Franco, Suburgatory) about standup, bad boyfriends and Holly Hunter.
Nov 15 2013
58mins
Rank #9: Pete Holmes (part one)

Riki talks with comedian/writer/actor Pete Holmes (Conan, Fallon, Best Week Ever) about relationships, passing judgment and getting his start in stand up.
May 08 2012
59mins
Rank #10: Paget Brewster

Riki talks with actress Paget Brewster (Criminal Minds, Huff) about a really lucky week, working on Friends and a record number of pilots.
Jul 10 2012
1hr 21mins
Rank #11: Pete Holmes (part two)

Riki talks with comedian/writer/actor Pete Holmes (Conan, Fallon, Best Week Ever) about hustling, fortunate coincidences and being the E-trade baby.
May 15 2012
1hr 26mins
Rank #12: Bo Burnham

Riki talks with comedian/musician Bo Burnham about getting his start on YouTube, the evolution of his work and using comedy as a vessel for communicating ideas.
Sep 20 2011
40mins
Rank #13: Matt Walsh

Riki talks with actor/director/UCB co-founder Matt Walsh (The Hangover, The Daily Show) about improvising, his two life-changing trips, and his directorial debut, High Road.
Feb 28 2012
1hr 6mins
Rank #14: Anthony Jeselnik

Riki talks with comedian Anthony Jeselnik (Conan, The Roast of Donald Trump) about how he started in stand up, his journey toward finding his comedic voice and what it really takes to be a professional comedian.
Aug 24 2011
1hr 11mins
Rank #15: Jenny Mollen

Riki talks with actress/writer Jenny Mollen (Crash, Angel, Crazy Stupid Love) about twitter, nude scenes, and marking her territory.
Jul 24 2012
1hr 2mins
Rank #16: Adam Pally

Riki talks with actor/comedian Adam Pally (Happy Endings) about the art of improv, being on a hit TV show and Shaquille O'Neal.
Mar 27 2012
55mins
Rank #17: Josh Radnor

Riki talks with actor/writer/director Josh Radnor (How I Met Your Mother, Happythankyoumoreplease) about starting in theater, having the right mindset and life on a hit show.
Jun 12 2012
1hr 31mins
Rank #18: Katie Aselton

Riki talks with actress/director/writer Katie Aselton (The League, The Freebie) about directing, improv, the Sundance experience, andterrible auditions.
Jan 24 2012
1hr 4mins
Rank #19: Alison Rosen

Riki talks with podcaster/TV presenter Alison Rosen (The Adam Carolla Show/Alison Rosen is Your New Best Friend) about freelance writing, relationships and landing her dream job.
Jul 31 2012
1hr 16mins
Rank #20: Harris Wittels

Riki talks with Writer/Actor/Comedian Harris Wittels (Parks and Recreation, The Sarah Silverman Program) about stand up, his writing process, hard work, timing and humblebrags.
Sep 07 2011
1hr 7mins