Joy, a Podcast. Hosted by Craig Ferguson

Joy, a Podcast. Hosted by Craig Ferguson

Storied late-night talk host Craig Ferguson brings his interview talents and singular world view to a discussion of the modern state of JOY, sitting down with notable guests from the worlds of entertainment, science, government, and more. How's our Joy doing? Bridled? On life support? Where do we find joy in a world that seems by any rational measure to be collapsing around us?

Episodes

April 22, 2025 64 mins

Meet Moshe Kasher, a comedian, writer, actor, and podcast host. You may know him from his books, including his memoir Subculture Vulture and Kasher in the Rye. He has written for various TV shows and movies, including HBO’s Betty, Comedy Central’s roasts and Another Period, Zoolander 2, Wet Hot American Summer, and many more. His Netflix specials include Moshe Kasher: Live in Oakland&n...

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Meet Jen Statsky, television writer and comedian. She is the co-showrunner and co-creator of Hacks, for which she has received Emmys, WGA Awards, and a Peabody Award. She's also written on Parks and Recreation, Broad City, Lady Dynamite, and The Good Place. The fourth season of Hacks just started airing this past week. I hope you enJOY!

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April 8, 2025 49 mins

Meet Adam Carolla, radio personality, comedian, actor and podcaster. You probably know him from his podcast/talk show The Adam Carolla Show as well as his show Loveline with Dr. Drew. I hope you enJOY!

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April 1, 2025 49 mins

Meet Fortune Feimster, an amazing comedian, actress, and writer. You may recognize her from her recent Netflix stand-up special, Crushing It, or her work on The Mindy ProjectThe L Word: Generation Q, and FUBAR. She also has a podcast called Handsome with fellow comedians Mae Martin and Tig Notaro. I hope you enJOY!

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March 25, 2025 45 mins

Meet Cesar Millan, dog trainer, tv star, and best selling author. He's impacted the lives of dogs and dog owners all over the world through his television show Dog Whisperer, his educational endeavors, his dog training center, and books. I hope you enJOY!

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March 18, 2025 38 mins

Another week of Craig responding to tweets and emails from you - the fans! EnJOY!

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March 11, 2025 36 mins

This week on JOY podcast the guest is you! Craig shares what's been on his mind recently and answers some questions from fans. EnJOY!

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March 4, 2025 51 mins

Meet Damian Kulash, lead singer and guitarist of the band OK go. The band is known for their elaborate and captivating music videos, often incorporating one take shots and extensive coordination. Their video for "Here it Goes Again" won Best Music Video at the 2007 Grammys and "Upside Down & Inside Out" won the same award in 2017! Damian is also a director, who released his film The Beanie Bubble in 2023. OK Go's new album...

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Meet The Presidents of the United States of America, also known as PUSA, one of the well-loved rock bands that broke out of Seattle in the 1990's. This year is the 30th anniversary of their debut album, which features hits Peaches, Lump, and Kitty. We had a great chat, I hope you enJOY!

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February 18, 2025 43 mins

Meet Heidi Gardner, a comedian and actress best known for her work on Saturday Night Live. After 9 years working at a hair salon in LA, Heidi decided to pursue comedy and worked her way up through the Groundlings. She joined the cast of SNL in 2017 and has brought us many, many laughs since then. I had an amazing time chatting with her and I hope you enJOY!

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February 11, 2025 50 mins

Meet Kari Byron, amazing television host, actor, and artist. You may know her from Mythbusters or White Rabbit Project, but I know her as my good friend. It was an absolutely grand time catching up with her and I hope you enJOY!

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February 4, 2025 63 mins

Meet John Robert Thompson, an actor whose voice you've definitely heard before! Known for being my good friend Geoff Peterson on the Late Late Show, he's also been featured on Robot Chicken, Howard Stern, Family Guy, and more. EnJOY!

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January 28, 2025 50 mins

Meet David Eagleman - neuroscientist, author, and more. He is best known for his work on sensory substitution, time perception, brain plasticity, synesthesia, and neurolaw and is currently a neuroscientist at Stanford University. He's also a fellow podcaster with his show Inner Cosmos with David Eagleman. I thoroughly enjoyed picking his brain and I hope you enJOY too!

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January 21, 2025 56 mins

Meet Paul F. Tompkins, comedian, actor, and writer. Those who love comedy know him well - from the podcast Comedy Bang! Bang!, Bojack Horseman, Mr. Show, or Best Week Ever to name a few of many. I had a fantastic time chatting with Paul and I hope you EnJOY!

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January 14, 2025 56 mins

First podcast of the new year. I hope you stay. I missed you. And what a coincidence my guest is the lovely Lisa Loeb, a singer-songwriter, musician, author and actress. What can't she do?! EnJOY!

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January 7, 2025 63 mins

Originally published August 8th, 2023

On this week’s episode, Craig talks to his friend of many years - Kathie Lee Gifford - an American legend who needs no introduction. Kathie shares the emotionally compelling story of her run-ins with Howard Stern, expresses her love for Craig and Ricky Gervais (her two favorite comedians), and highlights her views on Jesus, faith, and science (along with how each comes together in her eve...

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December 31, 2024 55 mins

Originally released August 1st, 2023

The first episode of Craig Ferguson’s brand new podcast “JOY” brings you a conversation with one of the biggest comedians in the world: the legendary Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias! Craig and Fluffy discuss what it’s like performing stand-up in a stadium, Fluffy’s collection of vintage Volkswagen vans, and how it is for him to still be living in his home town...

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December 24, 2024 34 mins

Episode originally published August 15, 2023

Tony Hawk is the #1 ambassador of skateboarding, a man who is, by definition, bigger than his sport. Now in his fifties, Tony is still pushing the boundaries of skating and continuing to invent new tricks, while his foundation, The Skatepark Project, has helped to build over 700 skateparks worldwide. Tony’s first skate deck is currently on display at the Smithsonian, and this unsto...

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December 17, 2024 55 mins

Meet Rachel Bloom, a hilarious and talented actress, comedian, songwriter, singer, and producer. You may know her from co-creating and starring in "Crazy Ex-Girlfriend", a role which won her an Emmy, Golden Globe, and Critic's Choice Award. Her Netflix comedy special Rachel Bloom: Death, Let Me Do My Special came out in October. I’ve been a fan for a long time so I’m delighted to share this episode. EnJOY!

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December 10, 2024 51 mins

Meet Adam Savage, American special effects designer, actor, educator, television personality, and producer. You probably know him from the legendary show Mythbusters or his YouTube channel Tested. We have a great chat, I hope you enJOY!

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