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Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellComedian Brian ReganComedians Brian Regan, Daniel Lobell, and Mark Schiff come together for an exciting new episode of We Think It's Funny, where they dive into Brian's latest projects, his writing and acting process, and much more. Known for his clean, observational humor, Brian shares insights into how he crafts his material and navigates the world of comedy. With Lobell and Schiff—both seasoned comedians themselves—bringing their own perspectives, this episode promises to be a must-listen for comedy fans curious about the creative minds behind the laughs.2025-03-112h 00Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellGuest Eric Kaplan (Writer on The Big Bang Theory, Young Sheldon, The Simpsons)Daniel Lobell and Mark Schiff sit down for a chat with one of TV's top comedy writers; Eric Kaplan on the "We Think It's Funny" podcast. They discuss everything from how to get a job as a television writer to Eric's Jewish journey which led him praying with Tephillin on for a while. Enjoy! 2024-10-301h 32Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellWe Think it's Funny Episode One: Darren CarterComedian Darren Carter join Daniel Lobell and Mark Schiff to kick off the first episode of the new podcast We Think It's Funny!2024-03-1852 min
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24:00 NYT: How Trump’s Allies Are Winning the War Over Disinformation: Their claims of...2024-03-172h 35Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellRemebering Al MartinAl Martin was a legend on the New York scene, owner and creator of The New York Comedy Club, Broadway Comedy Club and Greenwhich Comedy Clubs. He helped get many comedy careers launched including mine. May he rest in peace and may his soul soar high. Here is an interview I did with him in 2020. 2024-02-071h 04Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellThrowback: Carl ReinerOrigionally recorded in 2014. Enjoy.2024-01-181h 06Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellRemembering Shecky GreeneOrigially posted in season 4. Rest in Peace Shecky.2024-01-091h 16Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellSEASON 10 WRAP UP SHOW with Daniel Lobell & Alex FossellaDaniel and Alex discuss the highlights of season 10 and Alex bids farewell to the show.2023-04-2753 min
Darren Carter - Pocket PartyComedian Daniel Lobell - Reconquistador! EP 276Comedians Darren Carter and Daniel Lobell have a nice chat in Daniels backyard in West LA. In this episode you'll hear roosters crowing, birds chirping and both of laughing. We talk a little religion, comedy, fatherhood, how podcasting has changed since he started in the early 2000's, his comic book, his movie Reconquistador that will be playing at the Laemmle theatre in Encino, CA April 26th, 2023. and much much more!Daniel Lobell is a Los Angeles based comedian, comic book creator, and podcast host. He is the host of the Modern Day Philosophers podcast, which features comedians like...2023-04-201h 12Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellElon Gold and Jack KerouacIn the season 10 finale, Daniel Lobell sits down with comedian and impressionist Elon Gold to discuss everything from Jewish life to his feud with Jimmy Fallon and they study some Jack Kerouac as well. 2023-03-151h 33Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellCarl Gottleib interviewCarl Gottleib best know for writing the Jaws screenplay and co writing the Jerk with Steve Martin sits down with Daniel Lobell to tell his story and discuss some philosophy quotes hand picked by Alex Fossella!2022-05-191h 32Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellSeth Glass InterviewIt's hard to describe Seth Glass and do him justice. He's a musician who's lyrics are incredible poetry. He's a spiritual man and a Jewish philosopher of sorts. He talks about his career as a musician playing Jewish themed music, he talks about his struggles with substance abuse, about touring with Reb Shlomo Carlebach and about getting older. He plays some songs shares some cool ideas and so much more! Enjoy. 2021-11-301h 52Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellArt Bell interview on his new book Constant ComedyDaniel and Art Bell talk about the creation of Comedy Central, old comedy and making it in the TV exec biz! Check out Art's new book Constant Comedy: How I started Comedy Central and Lost my sense of Humor. 2021-02-2456 min
Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellDaniel, Kylie and guest Al Martin- Special Coronavirus EditionDaniel and Kylie check in to talk about the riots happening on their block in Los Angeles. He also interviews Al Martin, owner of the Broadway Comedy Club and Greenwich Comedy Club, as well as the founder of New York Comedy Club, one of the places where Daniel started his career. They talk about how the club came to be and where comedy is at nowadays. Al is the author of the new book "Did It On a Dare." For 10 percent off your first month of BetterHelp, visit Betterhelp.com/MDP. Enjoy!2020-06-011h 35Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellDaniel, Kylie and Matty Goldberg- Special Coronavirus EditionHost Daniel Lobell welcomes back his wife Kylie Ora Lobell to chat with Matty Goldberg about how they met. They remember good times in Brooklyn, talk about the new puppy, and update listeners on their quarantine status. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Go to betterhelp.com/mdp for 10 percent off your first month. 2020-05-191h 08Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellDaniel and brother Josh call Scottish cousin Marc Frame - Special Coronavirus EditionDaniel Lobell and his brother Josh Lobell decided in this episode that they just wanted to cheer people up and make them laugh in this tough time. Knowing that there is no one funnier than their cousin Marc Frame in Scotland, they decide to give a call to talk about everything from dating during quarantine to cooking to comedy to Ralphie May and so much more. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Get 10 percent off your first month by going to betterhelp.com/mdp. Enjoy!2020-05-021h 21Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellDaniel's wife Kylie Ora Lobell Returns - Special Coronavirus EditionDaniel's wife Kylie Ora Lobell returns to the show to talk about the coronavirus and the impact it's having on their lives. They discuss an unexpected visitor in the backyard, Tiger King, Passover and Easter, and some things they found have made them happy during the quarantine. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. For 10% off, go to BetterHelp.com/MDP. Enjoy!2020-04-151h 45Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellDaniel's Brother Josh Lobell Returns - Special Coronavirus EditionJosh Lobell returns to the show to teach Daniel and the listeners how to make a healthy mint chocolate chip smoothie that is both delicious and will hopefully boost your immune system. They also talk about bats, Muppets, and what they've been watching on TV during quarantine. Enjoy!2020-04-031h 18Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellDaniel and his brother Josh Lobell - special Coronavirus editionDaniel sits down with brother Josh Lobell to talk about raw food and talk to some of his friends about keeping busy during coronavirus.2020-03-281h 36Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellDaniel and his wife Kylie - Special Coronavirus EditionKylie Ora Lobell joins Daniel on a special coronavirus edition. They talk about everything that's going on in the world, how to cope with it, the loss of their dog Juno, and also go over some inspiring quotes to find words of wisdom in these trying times. 2020-03-241h 03Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellAshley Blaker and Leo StraussAshley Blaker join Daniel Lobell in his Edinburgh "Flat" to discuss philosophy from Leo Strauss, UK comedy, Little Britain, working with Joan Rivers, producing for the BBC and being an obsessive Orthodox Jew and UK football fan. Brought to you by Better Help Visit BetterHelp.com/MDP for 10% off your first month (for a limited time only).2020-02-241h 46Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellTommy Tiernan and Albert EinsteinTommy Tiernan and Daniel Lobell get together at the 2019 Edinburgh Fringe Festival in Scotland to talk about everything from Jonathan Winters to growing up in Africa, England, and Ireland to having and raising kids to the philosophy of Albert Einstein. This conversation is a rare and intimate look into the mind of one of the world's greatest comedians. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Go to betterhelp.com/mdp to enjoy 10% off your first month. 2020-01-311h 51Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellNick Vatterott and Miguel de CervantesNick Vatterott visits Daniel Lobell to talk everything from sketch comedy to living in NYC and seeing Elephants walk through the Queens tunnel to Don Coyote. Great talk from to you by Better Help. Visit BetterHelp.com/MDP for 10% off your first month. Enjoy!2020-01-172h 04Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellSkyler Stone and Sylvia PlathSkyler Stone visited Daniel Lobell at his home studio. The discussion ranges from topics of addiction to acting to reminiscing about their mutual lost friend comedian Ralphie May. They also discuss some of the work of Sylvia Plath, who Alex Fossella picked out. It's a great episode to kick off the new decade. This episode is brought to you by Skillshare. Go to skillshare.com/mdp for two free months. Happy 2020! Enjoy!2020-01-022h 31Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellDan Soder and Robert Louis StevensonDan Soder and Daniel Lobell meet up for this podcast in Lobell's Edinburgh "Flat" this past August. It's a great talk ranging from topics of addiction to Dan's vulnerable thoughts on doing comedy about his since passed father. We talk about Dan getting ready to do his new HBO special "Son of a Gary" and so much more! We even get into Robert Louis Stevenson and impressionist comedians. Enjoy! Brought to by: Skillshare, visit Skillshare.com/MDP and by: BetterHelp, visit BetterHelp.com/MDP2019-12-061h 49Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellSEASON 9 WRAP UP SHOW with Daniel , Alex Fossella and Jordon FerberDaniel Lobell, Alex Fossella, and Jordon Ferber sit down at Stand Up NY Labs to record the season 9 wrap up show. They talk about episodes with AJ Jacobs, Colt Cabana, Barry Katz, Lola Blanc, George Wallace and many more. Tune in to hear the memories, stories behind the scenes, and who got it right and who got it wrong with the philosophies. This episode is brought to you by Skillshare. Go to Skillshare.com/MDP for your free two month trial for a limited time only. Classes available on a multitude of great topics. Try it today!2019-11-072h 12Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellAJ Jacobs and JL SchellenbergA.J. Jacobs hosts Daniel Lobell to talk about philosophy, religion, what is involved in being an author, and a recap of the global family reunion that A.J. threw and Daniel participated in a few years back. It’s a great talk and they also discuss the ideas of JL Schellenberg. Enjoy! 2019-09-111h 55Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellBonus Episode: Remembering Howard LapidesSome years ago Daniel Lobell sat down for an interview with the now late Howard Lapides. In this episode Daniel also reflects on the tragic loss of his friend and former manager David Kimowitz. Please Zelle donations to help the Kimowitz family to thedavidkimowitzmemorialfund@gmail.com (if you are able to help his family. He is survived by a widow and two small Children) Thank you.2019-08-091h 24Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellColt Cabana and Carl Von ClausewitzColt Cabana comes by Daniel Lobell's Edinburgh flat (apartment) in Scotland at the 2018 Edinburgh Fringe Festival. They talk about Colt's career as a professional wrestler, getting into the WWE, and being fired from the WWE, which led him to doing the DIY thing. They discover together that they have a lot in common in their stories and somewhere along the line, even get into the ideas of Carl Von Clausewitz and get philosophical. Also, Daniel reveals some very big news at the beginning of the episode that you won't want to miss! With special guest Kylie Ora Lobell. 2019-07-201h 47Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellLola Blanc and August ComteLola Blanc comes over to Daniel Lobell's house to talk about her fascinating story of her childhood growing up in the Mormon church, her mother being taken by a deceptive false messiah and finding her way into music. The conversation touches on everything from dating Marlyn Mason to the philosophy of August Comte and this marks our first musician on the show! Enjoy!2019-07-041h 56Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellBarry Katz and Herbert SpencerBarry Katz is a legendary comedy manager and producer. He co produced the hit show Last Comic Standing. He managed Dane Cook, Dave Chappelle, Nick Di Paolo and Louis CK. He stops by to talk to Daniel Lobell about his story, his life after divorce, being a father and to talk about some of the philosophy of Herbert Spencer. Enjoy!2019-06-112h 15Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellJackie "The Jokeman" Martling and Jeremy BenthamJackie Martling invites Daniel Lobell over for a talk the ranges on everything from the Howard Stern show to addiction to marriage to the philosophy of Jeremy Bentham. Lots of fun and of course Jokes! Enjoy!2019-04-032h 11Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellMyq Kaplan and Oscar WildeMyq Kaplan joins Daniel to discuss some of the ideas of philosopher/writer Oscar Wilde. Myq and Daniel have been friends for years and they catch up. Myq is also the voice of the new intro song lyrics written by Zach Sherwin.2019-01-151h 51Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellJimmy O. Yang and William JevonsJimmy O. Yang of Silicon Valley and Crazy Rich Asians comes by to talk to Daniel about philosopher William Jevons and his new book "How to American". They talk about family, childhood stories, comedy and how to evolve artistically when your motivations shift. Enjoy!2018-12-181h 28Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellLuz Pazos and Giacomo LeopardiLuz Pazos is the only Peruvian comedian working in the U.S. currently. She comes by the show to talk with Daniel about Giacomo Leopardi as well as her story of international travel that led her to Los Angeles and to becoming a comedian. She also happens to be a huge Giacomo Leopardi fan! Enjoy!2018-11-091h 37Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellManis Friedman and Thomas NagelRabbi Manis Friedman comes over Daniel's house to discuss his new book "The Joy of Intimacy" and some philosophy from Thomas Nagel. The conversation covers his growing up in the Chabad movement and meeting with the esteemed Lubavitcher Rebbe of blessed memory, having Bob Dylan as a congregant of his synagogue and of course the subject of Intimacy. 2018-10-171h 18Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellMendy Pellin and Carl JungMendy Pellin talks with Daniel Lobell about what it's like to be one of the only Hassidic stand up comedians. They discuss performing for religious crowds, a funny story involving a holocaust survivor and philosophy from Carl Jung! Enjoy!2018-09-222h 17Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellTony Hawk and Marcel ProustTony Hawk and Daniel Lobell sit down and discuss skateboarding, music, following your dreams, Hollywood and philosophy from Marcel Proust. Enjoy!2018-09-091h 15Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellEPISODE 100! A LOOK BACK. (Featuring Maron, Burr, Bamford, Lewis Black and more)Celebration of 100 episodes of Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel Lobell. Featuring: Matt Kirshen, Maria Bamford, Bill Burr, Lewis Black, Marc Maron, Carl Reiner, Jackie Mason, Doug Stanhope, Fred Armisen, Brian Regan, Mellisa Villasenior, George Wallace and Shelley Berman. Special appearance from Marc Frame.2018-08-151h 14Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellSalvador Litvak and Adam FergusonSalvador Litvak the great writer, director and host of the Accidental Talmudist sits down with Danny to tell his story of immigrating from Chile, Umbrella Stabbings, Harvard rowing, bad performance art and Mexican weed. They also talk Judaim, the holocaust and of course about the philosopher Alex Fossella picked for them Adam Ferguson. Brought to you by FairEnoughComic.com Issue #2 now available!2018-06-272h 05Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellGeorge Wallace and MontesquieuGeorge Wallace and Danny Lobell sit down in an airport lounge near LAX and talk everything from politics to Seinfeld to being at Martin Luther King Jr.'s funeral. Its the first episode of SEASON NINE!! Enjoy!2018-05-241h 23Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellSpecial Episode: Ralphie May; a journey through podcasts, stand up and life.Ralphie May; a journey. In this episode I look back at my friendship with my comedy mentor, brother, boss and friend Ralphie May. You will hear old episodes of my various podcasts featuring me (Danny Lobell), David Kasten, Chris Iacono, Myka Fox, Andrew Schulz, Joe Materese, Justy Dodge, Lahna Turner, Dan Naturman, and of course the late and very great Ralphie May. I also make some calls to Skyler Stone, The Smash Brothers (Corey and Chad), Steve Lee, Billy Wayne Davis and my cousin Marc. May Mr. May be with us all in some way always. Long l...2018-04-122h 45Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellSEASON 8 WRAP UP SHOW with Danny and Alex FossellaAlex Fossella and Danny Lobell recount their favorite highlights from the season! 2018-03-311h 46Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellTape Face aka Sam Wills and Alexis de TocquevilleTape Face joins Danny Lobell, host of Modern Day Philosophers. America's Got Talent's Tape Face guests on this episode of the show to discuss philosophy from philosopher Alexis de Tocqueville. They talked about the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, protecting your inner child, and the frustrations of social media. Tape Face went to clowning school, where he learned street performing, magic, and juggling, and failed at sword swallowing. Tune in to find out more. 2018-03-051h 37Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellErica Rhodes and John RawlsErica Rhodes comes by and she and Danny names, Prairie Home Companion, comedy, philosophy of John Rawls (with a surprise cameo from Alex Fossella), music and Tanglewood and so much more. Enjoy!2018-02-011h 37Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellDavid Koechner and Alexander HamiltonDavid Koechner and Danny Lobell talk about having kids, addiction, Improv, SNL, the Midwest and politics. Enjoy!2017-12-291h 27Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellJamie Kilstein and Thomas JeffersonJamie Kilstein came over and discussed his longtime friendship with Danny and how the two wound up on very different paths over the years. Jamie addresses the scandal that he found himself caught in and where he was at in that point in life. The two delve into how and why Jamie had gotten there. It's an episode packed with introspection and lots of vulnerability. It is full of laughs along the way. The philosopher that Alex Fossella picked for Jamie this episode is Thomas Jefferson and Danny and Jamie try and understand that he was a slave owner...2017-12-111h 34Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellS8: Ep.93: Phil Proctor and Karl MarxPhil Proctor (of the Firesign Theatre) has Danny Lobell over his house in the Canyon to talk about his long exciting and at times Mystical career in the counterculture surrealist comedy group "Firesign Theatre" which put out classic comedy records in the 1960s. They discuss his new book "Where's my fortune cookie", The Manson murders, aliens, self hypnosis, a gangland shooting, naked swimming parties in the 70's, politics and of course Karl Marx. Brought to you by Stand Up! Records Enjoy!2017-11-271h 18Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellS8: Ep.92: Baron Vaughn and Simone de BeauvoirBaron Vaughn comes by for a very in depth discussion about race, religion, his new album Blaxistential Crisis identity and of course our philosopher who in this case was Simone de Beauvoir. It's a great talk brought to you by the good folks over at The Fake Outrage Report podcast and GreenBlender. Enjoy!2017-11-101h 47Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellJenny Zigrino and Hans-Georg GadamerJenny Zigrino comes by discuss philosophy from Hans-Georg Gadamer. The episode is full of laughs and very sincere moments and covers everything from food to Nazis. This episode is brought to you by: HelloFresh.com and Stand Up! Records Visit HelloFresh.com and use promo code MDP30 for $30 off your first week of meal deliveries. pick up JZ’s new album at Standuprecords.com2017-10-151h 23Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellRob Bell and Richard DawkinsRob Bell comes over to discuss all things religion spirituality Christianity starting his own church and the philosophy of Richard Dawkins. It's a fascinating and enjoyable talk with a very insightful and different kind a guest then we normally have. Thanks to our Sponsors Stand Up! Records, Centered Health and Hello Fresh for supporting our podcast. Go to HelloFresh.com and use the code MDP30 to get $30 off your first week of deliveries.2017-09-152h 04Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellRemembering Shelley BermanThe great Shelley Berman has passed away. Listen to my interview with him from season 2 and hear some stories of our friendship that transpired out of this interview. R.I.P. Shelley2017-09-071h 07Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellJimeoin and Edmund BurkeJimeoin and Danny record this episode from the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in Scotland. Great talk about the philosophy of Edmund Burke, and Jimeoin talks about growing up in Ireland and leaving to make his own way in the world and about getting older. Brought to you by Stand Up! Records and Renevatio Credit Enterprises. 2017-09-031h 27Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellSteven Alan Green and Franz KafkaSteven Alan Green comes by to talk Franz Kafka, Jerry Lewis and the showbiz struggle. Enjoy!2017-08-241h 11Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellOphira Eisenberg and Martin BuberOphira Eisenberg (The Moth, NPR's "Ask Me Another") swings by the studio to talk about philosopher Martin Buber with Danny Lobell. They discuss NYC living, a tragedy that happened to her when she was a child and stayed with her throughout her life, and being a child of old parents and starting parenting at an older age in following with that tradition. She also tells a great story that involves her mom, World War Two, and a nun in a tree. To find out more, just listen. This episode is sponsored by Renovatio Enterprises, Stand Up! Records, and Bibi's...2017-07-171h 29Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellDana Gould and Thomas SowellDana Gould talks with Danny from his hotel room in Phoenix Arizona while the two are there for the Bird City Comedy Festival. The two discuss philosophy from Thomas Sowell. The conversation also covers Dana's religious experiences as a kid, his marriage to a high powered executive, Dana's divorce and what his life is like now. This episode is brought to you by Stand Up! Records, Renevatio Enterprises and Centered Health. Enjoy!2017-06-071h 22Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellFred Armisen and Marshall McLuhanFred Armisen comes by to discuss the philosophy of Marshall McLuhan as well as his upbringing in Long Island and how he failed as a drummer. Conversation also covers Fred's rise to fame after getting hired for Saturday Night Live and Danny's struggles with trying to become successful. Fred gives Danny great tips on how to do impressions. This episode is sponsored by Stand Up! Records and Number 1 Auto Transport. Enjoy!2017-05-041h 29Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellSpecial Episode: Patrice O'Neal and Al LubelPatrice O'Neal, the late GREAT comedian calls in to a now "Famous" recording of Danny's old show recorded in 2007. In this special episode Danny reflects on this talk in Season 7 with Al Lubel and now you can hear it for the first time in 10 years! Enjoy!2017-04-251h 08Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellDanny reads fan mail and plays clips from The Mostly Bull Market PodcastDanny reads some fan mail and plugs some upcoming shows. Then plays some segments from The Mostly Bull Market podcast featuring comedians Jason Webb, Emmy Blotnick and Thomas Dale.2017-03-3127 minModern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellBobcat Goldthwait and Jorge Luis BorgesBobcat Goldthwait comes by the Modern Day Philosophers studio to talk with Danny Lobell about the philosophy Jorge Luis Borges. The conversation ranges on topics from the death of Robin Williams and Bobcat's unique friendship with him, why he set The Tonight Show on fire, how he went from an atheist to an agnostic, and why he thinks the worst thing he can be called is a professional. 2017-03-231h 16Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellRyan Conner and John DonneRyan Conner comes by to tell Danny about his very unique upbringing in Virginia proper, his love for Mozart and how he works himself to the bone writing comedy. We discuss philosophy from John Donne about isolation. Enjoy!2017-02-211h 15Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellMayim Bialik and Karl PopperMayim Bialik sits down withDanny Lobell, star of The Big Bang Theory and Blossom, was trained as a neuroscience. That's why Alex picked philosopher Karl Popper to discuss with her. They talk medical school, religion, faith and science and whether or not they agree with Popper's writings. 2017-01-231h 06
Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellAl Lubel and Thomas SzaszAl Lubel comes over to discuss philosophy from Thomas Szasz but what happens is an incident from 17 years ago resurfaces that has kept the two apart all these years without Danny even remembering it happened. It's a great talk with one of the all time great comedy minds. Happy Holidays & Enjoy!2016-12-272h 01
Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellKurt Braunohler and Harry FrankfurtKurt Braunohler comes by to discuss Harry Frankfurt in this "Lost" and now found episode. We are so lost on this one that we even call Alex for clues. Enjoy!2016-10-2157 min
Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellGad Elmaleh and Roland BarthesGad Elmaleh, the great Moroccan French comedian joins Danny this episode in the Chateau Marmont Hotel to discuss everything from Yom Kippur in Moroccan Synagogue to the philosophy of Roland Barthes and so much more. Special thanks to WTF and Marc Maron for plugging this episode! Sponsored by Stand Up! Records. Enjoy!2016-09-231h 29
Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellCash Peters and Albert SchweitzerCash Peters is an author a journalist and an avid listener of this show. He came by to talk Albert Schweitzer with Danny and about his life and relationship to spirituality and his family. Great talk with an interesting guy. Enjoy!2016-08-301h 25
Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellTom Rhodes and Seneca the YoungerTom Rhodes comes by to talk with Danny Lobell about travel, Seneca, Florida and family. Great episode, great talk with a very funny guy. Enjoy!2016-07-251h 17
Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellPat Cooper and Marcus AureliusPat Cooper and I sat down and caught up after years of not seeing each other. Pat told stories of his childhood and as always spoke his mind about everyone in Show biz. He told old show biz stories about the mob, roasting Richard Pryor and Martin Scorsese. They also discuss getting old. Enjoy the show. 2016-06-291h 16
Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellDan Schlissel and E.H. CarrDan Schlissel and Danny Lobell sit and talk outside in the Palm trees in Akumal Mexico at the Akumal Comedy Festival. They discuss topics ranging from the Holocaust to how history is written and how Dan picks who he wants on his comedy record label. Enjoy! 2016-06-041h 18
Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellChristian Finnegan and William of ChampeauxChristian Finnegan has Danny over his Queens apartment to discuss William of Champeaux. The conversation covers religion, early childhood development and dealing with jerks. It's a great talk. Enjoy!2016-05-181h 08
Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellDoug Stanhope and PlotinusDoug Stanhope has Danny over his place in Bisbee Arizona to talk about everything from his childhood, to his mom, to drinking, drugs the dessert vs LA, old times in New York and the meaning of life. The two also try to understand something from Plotinus but mostly can't. It's a fun one and its brought to you by Stand Up! Records and Comic Bento. Enjoy!2016-04-281h 31
Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellSEASON SIX WRAP UP SHOW with Danny and Alex FossellaAlex Fossella and Danny discuss the season highlights for season
six, what thoughts really stuck with them and some dream guests for
upcoming shows.
Enjoy!2016-04-2635 min
Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellBrian Regan and Paul FeyerabendBrian Regan and Danny Lobell sit down and discuss philosophy from Paul Feyerabend. Because Brian has a history of going against the grain of the world. He is clean in an industry that is known for being dirty. He dropped out of college and completed it later. He released a special completely live. All things not many people can do, Alex picked a philosopher who talked about thinking outside the box in science. The conversation also covers comedy talk and Brian's life outside of showbiz. This episode is brought to you by Stand Up! Records.2016-04-201h 53
Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellDarryl Lenox and Thomas MoreDarryl Lenox and Danny Lobell sit down at the Stand Up! Records Akumal Comedy Festival to discuss philosophy from Tomas More. Darryl also tells stories of being a con man, growing up with a pimp for a father and working with Chris Rock! This episode is brought to you by Stand Up! Records. Enjoy!2016-04-191h 24
Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel Lobell"Professor" Irwin Corey and Mahatma Gandhi"Professor" Irwin Corey is 102 years old. He welcomes Danny into his House in Manhattan - Yes HOUSE in Manhattan! They talk about everything from the Professor's childhood, to Nazis to the early days of stand up comedy with Lord Buckley, George Carlin and Lenny Bruce. They also discuss some philosophy from Mahatma Gandhi. Enjoy!2016-03-301h 10
Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellLiz Miele and Samuel Taylor ColeridgeLiz Miele visits Danny this week to discuss everything from her parents to relationships, holding on to your inner child, managing your inner crazy and Magic! It's a great talk and in it Danny and Liz go from longtime co-workers to legit friends! Enjoy!2016-02-241h 08
Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellJason Zumwalt and Augustine of HippoJason Zumwalt visits Danny Lobell to discuss Augustine of Hippo. They talk about why Jason left Stand up, grand theft auto, and having jokes stolen. It's a great talk and filled with impressions and some really great moments. This episode is brought to you by Stand Up! Records. 2016-02-161h 01
Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellHenry Phillips and Marquis de SadeHenry Phillips came by Danny Lobell's studio and discusses everything from Metal bands to nipple clamps and the Marquis de Sade in this hilarious episode of Modern Day Philosophers. Brought to you by Stand Up! Records. Enjoy!2016-01-271h 12
Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellJT Habersaat and William of OckhamJT Habersaat and Danny meet for the first time on this epsiode of Modern Day Philosophers. The two really hit it off and figure out while discussing William of Ockham and his famous razor that they really have a lot in common. This episode is sponsored by Stand Up! Records. 2015-12-151h 21
Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellJessie Beth Kahnweiler and Nassim Nicholas TalebJessie Beth Kahnweiler joins Danny at his house to discuss Nassim Nicholas Taleb. The two talk about everything from rape to bulimia to Mel Brooks, more Mel Brooks, and how Jessie's mom will feel about the episode when she inevitably listens to it. Jessie is a very talented comedian and filmmaker and this episode is hilarious. It's sponsored by Stand Up! Records. Enjoy!2015-10-031h 10
Two Truths and a LieDiscovery<p>Come along with our storytellers as they attempt discovery. Danny Lobell (This American Life, WTF, Host of Modern Day Philosophers) searches for an idol. Michael Minto (3 Twins Comedy) finds out some geneology. And Kenneth Rudnicki (Portable Currency Theatre) discovers a new passion. </p>2015-09-2608 min
Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellOwen Benjamin and Agrippa The SkepticOwen Benjamin comes over the house and we talk skepicism, Big and Tall, REM Sleep and the Sky. It's a good one folks, Enjoy!2015-09-091h 24
Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellDante Nero and Georg SimmelDante Nero, Danny's long time comedy friend, invites him to his Brooklyn studio "the Pimp cup" to talk Georg Simmel and social and physical relationships. Dante being an ex-pimp and ex-stripper has some interesting ideas on women that he shares. Also, Danny is getting married in a few hours! Enjoy!2015-07-301h 26
Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellDave Anthony and Gottfried Wilhelm LeibnizDave Anthony stops by to discuss Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz with Danny. The talk flys, monards and parenting. They also uncover one of the greatest controvercies in Math History! Enjoy! 2015-07-041h 10
Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellJackie Mason and Martin LutherJackie Mason and Danny meet up in a diner in midtown to talk as they used to for so many years when Danny was in his twenties. They discuss in depth Jackie's childhood and his early days in comedy. They also talk a bit about religion and Martin Luther. Enjoy!2015-06-1659 min
Modern Day Philosophers with Daniel LobellHow to get Seasons 1-5 of Modern Day PhilosophersHear how it all began and enjoy talks with Janeane Garofalo on Tom Regan, Wayne Federman on Neitzsche , Zach Sherwin on Martin Heidegger, Ari Shaffir on Immanuel Kant, Yakov Smirnoff on Fyodor Dostoyevsky, Dwayne Perkins on Epictetus, Rick Shapiro on Mencius, Matt Kirshon on George Barklay, Rick Overton, Katy Olson on Aldous Huxley, Fred Stoller on Maria Bamford on Jean-Paul Sartre.2013-10-2900 min