The Margaret Cho

Latest Episodes:

Adam Savage and Kevin McDonald, SKETCHFEST LIVE! Feb 25, 2020

Show notes

This episode was recorded live at San Francisco's Sketchfest!

First, Margaret talks with Mythbuster's, Adam Savage, about the freedom of doing cosplay and his love of Hayao Miyazaki films.

Then, a conversation with comedian Kevin McDonald about Kids In The Hall, how they almost met Kurt Cobain and what it feels like to be a "Canadian Icon."

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Theme music by Garrison Starr.

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Edited by Tracy Levy.

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Sydnee Washington & Marie Faustin and Adam Conover Feb 18, 2020

Show notes

This week Margaret talks with Marie Faustin and Sydnee Washington of The Unofficial Expert Podcast about dating apps and sex toys. Then, she speaks with comedian Adam Conover about his myth-busting TV show, Adam Ruins Everything.

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Theme music by Garrison Starr.

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Shirley Manson and Rhea Butcher Feb 11, 2020

Show notes

This week Margaret talks with rockstar, Shirley Manson, about passing the torch to younger generations and why beauty can be a curse. Then, a conversation with comedian, Rhea Butcher, about how procrastination can be productive and identifying as gender non-binary.

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Theme music by Garrison Starr.

Contact Margaret at Margaret@earios.net.

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Manila Luzon and John Ross Bowie Feb 04, 2020

Show notes

This week Margaret talks with the incredible drag performer, Manila Luzon, about the infamous sanitary pad dress and Rupaul's Drag Race!

Then actor (Speechless) John Ross Bowie chats about the punk scene that inspired him and why Hostel is an awesome movie.

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Theme music by Garrison Starr.

Contact Margaret at Margaret@earios.net.

Edited by Tracy Levy.

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Hari Kondabolu and Ant Jan 28, 2020

Show notes

This week Margaret talks with standup, Hari Kondabolu, about being an authority on important subjects in comedy and his new standup special on Netflix! Then she sits down with her friend and comedian, ANT, about not being ingenues and who they think is the funniest comedian.

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Theme music by Garrison Starr.

Contact Margaret at Margaret@earios.net.

Edited by Kat Hong.

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Lesley Arfin and Scott Dikkers Jan 21, 2020

Show notes

This week Margaret sits down with writer, Lesley Arfin, to talk about a crazypsychic experience that led her to pursue a career as a TV writer. Then, she talks with creator of The Onion, Scott Dikkers, about why avoiding celebrity has helped The Onion survive.

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Theme music by Garrison Starr.

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Jeff Garlin and Mav Viola Jan 14, 2020

Show notes

This week Margaret talks to comedian extraordinaire, Jeff Garlin, about why he doesn't regret his mistakes, the art of standup, and an All-American Girl reboot (or not).

Then, Margaret talks with comedian Mav Viola about their favorite sex toys and listening to Margaret's comedy albums on her drive out to LA fifteen years ago.

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Theme music by Garrison Starr.

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Pete Holmes and Garrison Starr Jan 07, 2020

Show notes

This week Margaret talks with comedian and author, Pete Holmes, about why he dabbles in psychedelic drugs and why he has to do standup on the regular.

Then, Margaret talks with the talented singer/songwriter and writer of her theme song, Garrison Starr about coming up in the music industry as a woman.

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Theme music by Garrison Starr.

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Re-release: Jonathan Van Ness and Katie Malia Dec 31, 2019

Show notes

The Margaret Cho will return next week with brand new episodes, but in the meantime, here is the very first episode with the iconic Jonathan Van Ness and wonderful Katie Malia!

Margaret chats with her bestie/former-hair-stylist-turned-famous-comedian Jonathan Van Ness, about coming out as non-binary, imposter syndrome, and his unconventional rise to fame. Jonathan shares his XXX alternate ending to Game of Thrones!

Then, Margaret sits down with dancer, actor, and writer Katie Malia to discuss the hapa experience, the power of movement, and why cutting bangs does not always spark joy (thanks, Marie Kondo!)

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Melissa Rivers and Lina Lecaro Dec 17, 2019

Show notes

This week Margaret talks the incredible Melissa Rivers about Fashion Police and dick picks!

Then, she talks with LA Weekly Entertainment Editor Lina Lecaro about all things music and pop culture.

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Theme music by Garrison Starr.

Contact Margaret at Margaret@earios.net.

Edited by Kat Hong.

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