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Hangin' With Langan
by Maureen Langan
MAUREEN LANGAN interviews academics to alcoholics. She is an award-winning broadcaster and international standup comic. She combines the curiosity of a journalist with the wit of a comic. Jerry Stiller said, “Maureen is to comedy what James Brown is to soul!" Fun. Heart. Smart.
Episodes
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Annette Berkovits, author of The Corset Maker
Whoever saves a soul, saves the world. Author Annette Libeskind Berkovits's historical novel, The Corset Maker, is inspired by the life of her mother Dora, who grew up in a strict Orthodox Jewish home in Warsaw, Poland circa WWll. Dora chose a most unorthodox and unexpected path for herself which...
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Ladies of Laughter National Winners
The Ladies of Laughter national winners, Jane Condon, Liz Glazer and Regina DeCicco, discuss what made them ditch their careers and get into standup comedy. We talk about fears, rewards, worst gigs and offer advice to those wanting to take the plunge! The Ladies of Laughter will tape the first…
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Kambri Crews, Burn Down the Ground
Like the character in the Oscar-winning movie CODA, Kambri Crews was raised by two deaf parents. She grew up isolated in rural Texas with a philandering father who attempted to kill her mother. Years later, he would be sentence to 20 years in a maximum security prison for attempting to kill…
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Shalom Ireland Director Valerie Lapin Ganley
Irish Jews? Yes! Valerie Lapin Ganley, the director of the documentary Shalom Ireland, joins me to discuss the history of the Orthodox Jewish community in Ireland. From Robert Briscoe, the first Jewish Lord Mayor of Dublin, to Guinness Beer marketed to Jewish customers, it is a fascinating chat!
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Comedian and Historian Prof. Peter Bales on Ukraine
Comedian and Historian Prof. Peter Bales joins me to discuss the historic relationship between Russia and Ukraine.
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Comedian Cathy Ladman
Cathy Ladman is a stand-up comedian, television writer (Roseanne), and actress (Charlie Wilson’s War) and one of the most respected performers in the biz. She was appeared on The Tonight Show nine times and The Late Late Show six times. We chat about her friendship with Bob Saget, why Roseanne...
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Black History Month
What a brilliant panel! Comedians Rhonda Hansome, Carl Yard and historian Peter Bales talk Black History with me: why it matters from Critical Race Theory to “side eye.” Watch the video 'cast at www.Patreon.com/MaureenLangan.com
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Lois Bromfield, My Dirty Life In Comedy | Season 3 KICK OFF!
Kicking off my third season of Hangin' with Langan! My guest is Lois Bromfield. Her memoir, My Dirty Life in Comedy, recounts her early days in Hollywood as an up and coming comedian playing it straight as a gay woman on stage, writing for the TV shows Roseanne and Grace Under Fire with Brett...
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Comedians break down the Best and Worst of 2021 w/o using the "C" word.
Ophira Eisenberg, host of NPR's Ask Me Another, Peter Bales the Hangin' with Langan official historian, and fabulous performer Keith Price join me to bring their insights and humor to the Best and Worst of 2021 - all while trying to avoid using the “C” word.
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Lizz Winstead, co-creator of The Daily Show talks Women's Reproductive Rights
I talk women's reproductive rights with Lizz Winstead, co-creator of “The Daily Show,” and host of the weekly series “Feminist Buzzkills Live!,” a comedy talk show on Youtube. Lizz is the founder of Abortion Access Front, the only non-profit that travels the country doing comedy and providing aid...
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Fr. Joe Veneroso on a better way to be dead
Burial or cremation? Fr. Joe Veneroso says there a better way to be dead. How about human composting? The Roman Catholic priest and rebel is lobbying the N.Y. State Legislature to legalize Natural Organic Reduction (human composting), which is legal in three states. Fr. Joe says it respects both...
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Comedian Laurie Kilmartin
Laurie Kilmartin just released her comedy album Corset. She is an Emmy-nominated writer who was on the staff of CONAN for ten years. She has performed standup on CONAN, Jimmy Kimmel Live, Comedy Central and the Late, Late Show with James Corden. Her first book, Sh-tty Mom, was a NY Times...
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Carole Montgomery, Creator of Showtime's standup show Women of a Certain Age
Comedian Carole Montgomery tells us how she created a local standup comedy show in NYC called Women of a Certain Age and turned it into a Showtime TV sensation. From Fran Dresher, Caroline Rhea and Teri Hatcher to Marsha Warfield, Monique Marvez and Wendy Liebman to the many talented women you…
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Brian Kiley, Comedy Writer for The Ellen Show
After 27 years of writing for Conan O'Brian, comedian and writer Brian Kiley is now a writer on The Ellen Degeneres Show. We talk about what it is like working for Ellen and the adjustments he's made writing for a daytime audience vs. late night. Brian talks openly about life's challenges and his...
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Malachy McCourt, Writer, Actor, Bar Owner and so much more!
Malachy McCourt is raconteur, writer, actor, teller of tales and brother of Frank (Angela’s Ashes). Malachy just turned 90 years old and is re-releasing his memoir, A Monk Swimming. We talk about his life from poverty in Ireland to becoming a bigger than life personality in New York City. He…
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NYC Taxi Drive John McDonagh on life behind the wheel
John McDonagh’s has spent 30+ years as a NYC taxi driver. He talks to me about his years behind the wheel and his one man show, Off The Meter. He is a radio talk show host on WBAI in NYC.
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Jrome Andre, A Innocent Man
Jrome Andre is an actor and a real life exonerated man who was accused of sexual assault and battery. He is one of the stars in the Out of Box Theater production of The Exonerated from Oct 7-10th at the Bernie Wohl Center in the UWS of Manhattan. We talk about his journey as an innocent man…
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LADIES OF LAUGHTER NATIONAL COMPETITON AND TOUR
The Ladies of Laughter competition gives female comics the opportunity to showcase their comedy around the country. Past winners Liz Glazer, a former law professor, and Katie Hannigan, who has appeared on The Late Show with Steven Colbert join me along with The Ladies of Laughter Founder Peggy...
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Nicole Doz, NYC Sanitation Worker and Miss New York
Nicole Doz is Miss New York 2021 and a NYC Sanitation worker. Both her dad and uncle are members of New York's strongest. Nicole is one of about 300 female members of the DSNY. So why would a beauty queen choose to join the NYC Sanitation Dept?
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Sherri Franklin founder of Muttville Senior Dog Rescue
There is a reason Sherri Franklin, the founder of Muttville Senior Dog Rescue, was named a CNN Hero. She saw how often senior dogs were euthanized because they were older or became a bother or had health issues. You must learn of her great work and the value in rescuing a senior. I rescued one of...
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Jen Briney, host of Congressional Dish podcast
Jen Briney is the host of the podcast Congressional Dish. She says what happened on Jan 6th was a riot, not an insurrection, and she does not believe there is a need for a Jan 6 Commission. Find out why. Jen says she's a fed up taxpayer with no allegiance to any political party who has dedicated...
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Queens of Comedy
Comic Cory Kahaney joins me to talk about trailblazing female comics from Moms Mabley and Belle Barth to Jean Carroll and Joan Rivers. You are going to love getting to know these pioneering women. Video podcast available at www.Patreon.com/MaureenLangan
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Dr. Jerome Potozkin. Botox & Beyond. Don't Look Like a Freak
Dr. Jerome Potozkin is a dermatologist and author of Botox and Beyond: Your Guide To Safe, Nonsurgical, Cosmetic Procedures. We'll talk about what's new, how to avoid disaster and celebrities who have taken it too far.
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Comic Jim David: Gay Jokes for Straight Cruisers
Comic Jim David's new album Gay Jokes for Straight Cruisers went to #1 on iTunes. The show was recorded on a transatlantic cruise at the start of the pandemic. He is irreverent and hysterical. If you are a pearl clutcher, move on!
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Diane Dimond, Investigative Journalist
Diane Dimond is an award-winning investigative journalist, author, columnist and TV commentator best known for breaking the story of child molestation allegations against singer Michael Jackson. Diane is my former radio co-host. She is brilliant and a ton of fun (when not hot on the heels of...
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Randy Thomas, America's Top Voiceover Artist,
Voiceover artist extraordinaire, Randy Thomas, gives a master class in what it takes to make it in the biz. Randy’s resume is stunning: The Oscars (10x) The Super Bowl (3x), The Emmy Awards (5x), The Tony Awards (20x), SAG Awards (5x) and Entertainment Tonight (14 years and counting). Don't miss…
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Women of The White House author Amy Russo
First Ladies have run the gamut: gracious, reluctant, trailblazing, opportunistic, a liability to her husband, and ahead of her time, Journalist Amy Russo gives us the dirt on the work, lives, and times of the 47 official First Ladies of the White House. Video chats avail at...
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My Comedy Friends on The Marevelous Mrs. Maisel Part 2
In Part 2 of my chat with comics who have landed roles on The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, they share a secret on how you may get booked as an extra on the hottest show on TV. Ellen Karis, Dave Konig and Ken Perlstein tell us what is it like working with Rachel Brosnahan and others in the cast. Watch…
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My comedy friends on The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel Part 1
I chat with my comedy friends who have landed roles on The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, the hottest show on TV: Ellen Karis, Dave Konig and Ken Perlstein. How did they book their parts? What is it like on the set? What is it like working with the Rachel Brosnahan and others in the cast? In Part 2, They...
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2021 Laughter Summit Creator Saranne Rothberg
Saranne Rothberg founded ComedyCures.org and is the creator of the 2021 Laughter Summit featuring Phd’s, Pastors and Comics on topics from laughing yoga to writing Funnier Speeches, Toasts, Tweets & Emails with Celebrity Ghostwriter Bruce Cherry. Her story of surviving stage 4 cancer is beyond!…
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Pilot Marilyn Dash on Women in Aviation
The Senate (bi-partisan!) has designated a week to honor women in aviation. Pilot Marilyn Dash joins me to talk about women taking to the skies. She piloted her first flight at the age of 37. She is fun, information and inspirational. And we went to high school together. Get this and all Hanging...
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Beth Dolan, Director of Stranger at Home: The Untold Story of American Military Mental Health
STRANGER AT HOME contrasts the stories of 3 veterans. 3 generations. 3 wars, and how the military has failed the mental health of those who serve. Her film includes a whistleblower and Army Ranger Steven Elliot, who was involved in the friendly fire that killed Pat Tillman. Powerful. Learn more…
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Irish in America: Prof. Peter Bales and DJ Fiona Walsh
In our usual fun way, Prof. Peter and I talk history and welcome our talented Irish friend, DJ Fiona Walsh, to tell us what lured her to America - Great White American Teeth! We even welcome a random Hanging with Langan subscriber named Langan to spontaneously join us on air! All video podcasts…
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Shalom Ireland: The History of Irish Jews. Director Valerie Lapin Ganley
I chat with director Valerie Lapin Ganley about her film Shalom Ireland, which highlights Ireland’s remarkable yet little known Jewish community, including IRA gun runner Robert Briscoe who became the first Jewish Lord Mayor of Dublin in 1956. We even talk kosher Guinness beer. SHOWS ARE FREE or...
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Joan Hamburg, New York's First Lady of Radio
WABC’s Joan Hamburg is the First Lady of Radio, and rightfully so. For over four decades, Joan has interviewed Broadway stars to everyday New Yorkers, welcoming all equally. She is a respite from and balm for the madness. Hear her on WABC Radio on Sun from 2-3pm ET and streaming worldwide. Keep…
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SNL Original Writer Alan Zweibel. Part 2
My conversation with comedy writing great Alan Zweibel continues. In his book Laugh Lines: My Life Helping Funny People Be Funnier, Alan talks about political correctness and its impact on comedy today. Video chat avail at: www.Patreon.com/MaureenLangan
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SNL Original Writer Alan Zweibel Part 1
Alan Zweibel, original SNL comedy writer and co-creator of It’s Garry Shandling’s Show, joins me to talk about his book Laugh Lines: My Life Helping Funny People Be Funnier. Such a great conversation! Video chat avail at: www.Patreon.com/MaureenLangan
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Broadway Star Sandra Joseph played Christine In The Phantom of the Opera for 10 years!
Sandra Joseph played Christine in The Phantom of the Opera and has the distinction of being the longest running leading lady in the longest running show on Broadway - TEN years and over 15-hundred shows! Get her book Unmasking What Matters at Amazon.com What our full video chat and backstage…
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MJ Towler aka The Black Wine Guy
MJ Towler, aka The Black Wine Guy, became the first ever African American fine and rare wine auctioneer. We talk his wine journey. He shares great wine values and delicious splurges. Listen to his podcast: The Black Guy Wine Experience and follow him on FB, IG, TW @BlackWineGuy. MJ's wine…
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Black History with Prof. Peter Bales and Comic Keith Price S2 Ep 27
Hanging with Langan's official historian, Prof. Peter Bales, and show regular Comic Keith Price join me to talk about the history of black people in America - from the colonial days when black women were "entrepreneurs," and caused outrage amongst white customers because of their high prices to…
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Comic Jessica Kirson S2 Ep26
Jessica Kirson talks about working with Robert DeNiro, her podcast Disgusting Hawk, and looking deep into the eyes of a horse to rid herself of rage. Bonus: What member of The View treated Jess like crap? What caused Jess to drop her mic and walk off the set of another talk show? Find out when…
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Nancy Topoozian - Story of a Girl Athlete S2 Ep 25
Nancy Topoozian talks about growing up in Parsippany, N.J. as the only girl on all boys basketball and baseball teams.
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Ellen Karis, Greek Goddess of Comedy S2 Ep 24
Ellen Karis, the Greek Goddess of Comedy, talks about her book Special People: Godparents in the Orthodox Christian Faith
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Ragen Chastain Guinness World Record Heaviest Woman Marathon S2 Ep 23
Ragen Chastain is the heaviest woman to complete a marathon. She is a "fat" activist, speaker and blogger of Dances with Fat. She believes in the pursuit of Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness for people of all sizes. Find her at www.SizedForSuccess.com
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Biden Inaugural Post Game Analysis S2 Ep 22
Inauguration Recap with my A-Team: News Addict Barry Weintraub and Official Historian, Prof Peter Bales. We talk Lady Gaga, Amanda Gorman and impreachment more.
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American Betrayal: Insurrection and Injustice Part 2 S2 EP21
From the Trail of Tears to the Trump insurrection, Prof. Peter Bales, Hanging with Langan's official historian, takes us on a journey of insurrection and injustice in American history.
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American Betrayal: Insurrection and Injustice Part 1 S2 Ep20
From the Trail of Tears to the Trump insurrection, Prof. Peter Bales, Hanging with Langan's official historian, takes us on a journey of insurrection and injustice in American history
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NPR's Ophira Eisenberg, host of Ask Me Another. S2 Ep 19
Ophira Eisenberg talks about her new Hulu late night talk show, Up Early Tonight, and how she landed the role of host on NPR's nationally syndicated show Ask Me Another. Do you know three famous women named Eleanor? She didn't either. Want more Ophira? Watch our backstage bonus chat for Patreon...
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Actor and Director Debi Durst S2 Ep18
Actor and director Debi Durst is the doyenne of the San Francisco comedy and improv scene. We talk about her 40-year friendship with Robin Williams and the early days of standup in SF. And Debi updates us on her husband, political commentator, Will Durst’s recovery from a stroke. Good people!
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Comic:Writer Debbie Kasper S2 Ep 17
Comic/writer Debbie Kasper opens up about her days working on the Rosie O’Donnell Show & Roseanne's sitcom. Which one was wicked? Her memoir is You're Not That Pretty (get it on Amazon!) about her life growing up in a chaotic New Jersey family with a surprise sister. See our full video chat and...
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MAUREEN LANGAN interviews academics to alcoholics. She is an award-winning broadcaster and international standup comic. She combines the curiosity of a journalist with the wit of a comic. Jerry Stiller said, “Maureen is to comedy what James Brown is to soul!" Fun. Heart. Smart.
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MAUREEN LANGAN interviews academics to alcoholics. She is an award-winning broadcaster and international standup comic. She combines the curiosity of a journalist with the wit of a comic. Jerry Stiller said, “Maureen is to comedy what James Brown is to soul!" Fun. Heart. Smart.
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