The Greg Fitzsimmons Show
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The Greg Fitzsimmons Show is a talk radio
program hosted by American stand-up comic
, actor, writer, and television producer, Greg Fitzsimmons
.
The Greg Fitzsimmons Show is uncensored and featured on Sirius XM Satellite Radio, on Howard Stern
's Howard 101. The radio program was first transmitted in 2006, and continues to be broadcast live on Monday nights at 9pm PST/11:59pm EST. A rebroadcast of the show is "replayed" throughout the week on Howard 101.
Unlike most shows on Sirius XM Radio, which are broadcast out of Sirius headquarters in New York City
, The Greg Fitzsimmons Show is broadcast from Fitzsimmons' DogHouse Studios in Venice Beach, California or at Sirius’ Los Angeles studio in Hollywood, California
.
, is Fitzsimmons’ sidekick/producer. Gibbons is a long time friend of Fitzsimmons, which allows for natural, quick-witted banter between the two men, and occasional disagreements that are hashed out on-air. The executive producer
is Jim McClure (NY), and associate producers are Cori Lahners (CA) and Mike Farese (NY).
, musical guests and comedian
s, and listener call-ins encouraged throughout the show. As veteran comedy writers, Fitzsimmons and Gibbons offer a unique perspective on Hollywood and a frank, behind-the-scenes look at the industry. Their experience and insight provides a notable twist to celebrity interviews.
Some past guests include: Jimmy Kimmel
, Ray Romano
, Bob Saget
, Dave Navarro
, Sarah Silverman
, Kevin Nealon
, Jerry O’Connell, Joe Rogan
, Andy Richter
, Adam Carolla
, Andy Dick
, Dave Attell
, Judah Friedlander
, Patton Oswalt
, Doug Benson
, Rick Shapiro
, Carlos Mencia
, Joel McHale
, John Henson
, Belladonna
, Olivia Munn
, Dave Koechner, Spike Feresten
, Robert Morton
, Mary Lynn Rajskub
, Zack Galifianakis, Karen Kilgariff
and Robert Schimmel
.
Talk radio
Talk radio is a radio format containing discussion about topical issues. Most shows are regularly hosted by a single individual, and often feature interviews with a number of different guests. Talk radio typically includes an element of listener participation, usually by broadcasting live...
program hosted by American stand-up comic
Stand-up comedy
Stand-up comedy is a comedic art form. Usually, a comedian performs in front of a live audience, speaking directly to them. Their performances are sometimes filmed for later release via DVD, the internet, and television...
, actor, writer, and television producer, Greg Fitzsimmons
Greg Fitzsimmons
Greg Fitzsimmons is an American stand-up comedian, television writer/producer and radio host.-Life and career:Fitzsimmons has performed his comedy on numerous programs such as The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Late Show with David Letterman, Late Night with Conan O'Brien, Chelsea Lately and Comedy...
.
The Greg Fitzsimmons Show is uncensored and featured on Sirius XM Satellite Radio, on Howard Stern
Howard Stern
Howard Allan Stern is an American radio personality, television host, author, and actor best known for his radio show, which was nationally syndicated from 1986 to 2005. He gained wide recognition in the 1990s where he was labeled a "shock jock" for his outspoken and sometimes controversial style...
's Howard 101. The radio program was first transmitted in 2006, and continues to be broadcast live on Monday nights at 9pm PST/11:59pm EST. A rebroadcast of the show is "replayed" throughout the week on Howard 101.
Unlike most shows on Sirius XM Radio, which are broadcast out of Sirius headquarters in New York City
New York City
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, The Greg Fitzsimmons Show is broadcast from Fitzsimmons' DogHouse Studios in Venice Beach, California or at Sirius’ Los Angeles studio in Hollywood, California
California
California is a state located on the West Coast of the United States. It is by far the most populous U.S. state, and the third-largest by land area...
.
Show staff
Mike Gibbons (aka "Gibby"), who is also a comedy writer and television producerTelevision producer
The primary role of a television Producer is to allow all aspects of video production, ranging from show idea development and cast hiring to shoot supervision and fact-checking...
, is Fitzsimmons’ sidekick/producer. Gibbons is a long time friend of Fitzsimmons, which allows for natural, quick-witted banter between the two men, and occasional disagreements that are hashed out on-air. The executive producer
Executive producer
An executive producer is a producer who is not involved in any technical aspects of the film making or music process, but who is still responsible for the overall production...
is Jim McClure (NY), and associate producers are Cori Lahners (CA) and Mike Farese (NY).
Overview
The show features interviews with celebritiesCelebrity
A celebrity, also referred to as a celeb in popular culture, is a person who has a prominent profile and commands a great degree of public fascination and influence in day-to-day media...
, musical guests and comedian
Comedian
A comedian or comic is a person who seeks to entertain an audience, primarily by making them laugh. This might be through jokes or amusing situations, or acting a fool, as in slapstick, or employing prop comedy...
s, and listener call-ins encouraged throughout the show. As veteran comedy writers, Fitzsimmons and Gibbons offer a unique perspective on Hollywood and a frank, behind-the-scenes look at the industry. Their experience and insight provides a notable twist to celebrity interviews.
Some past guests include: Jimmy Kimmel
Jimmy Kimmel
James Christian "Jimmy" Kimmel is an American television host and comedian. He is the host of Jimmy Kimmel Live!, a late-night talk show that airs on ABC. Prior to that, Kimmel was best known as the co-host of Comedy Central's The Man Show and Win Ben Stein's Money...
, Ray Romano
Ray Romano
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, Bob Saget
Bob Saget
Robert Lane "Bob" Saget is an American stand-up comedian, actor, and television host. Although he is best known for his roles as Danny Tanner in Full House, host of America's Funniest Home Videos and Future Ted Mosby on How I Met Your Mother, Saget is also known outside of television for his blue...
, Dave Navarro
Dave Navarro
David Michael "Dave" Navarro is an American guitarist who plays in the alternative rock band Jane's Addiction and cover band Camp Freddy. He has also played with the Red Hot Chili Peppers, The Panic Channel, and many others.- Early life :...
, Sarah Silverman
Sarah Silverman
Sarah Kate Silverman is a Jewish American comedian, writer, actress, singer and musician. Her satirical comedy addresses social taboos and controversial topics such as racism, sexism, and religion....
, Kevin Nealon
Kevin Nealon
Kevin Nealon is an American actor and comedian, best known as a cast member on Saturday Night Live from 1986 to 1995, acting in several of the Happy Madison films, for playing Doug Wilson on the Showtime series Weeds, and providing the voice of the title character, Glenn Martin on Glenn Martin,...
, Jerry O’Connell, Joe Rogan
Joe Rogan
Joseph James "Joe" Rogan is an American comedian, video blogger, actor, writer, podcaster, and martial artist. He is best known for his work on NewsRadio, his work as color commentator for the Ultimate Fighting Championship, and his hosting work on Fear Factor.-Acting:In 1994, Rogan co-starred on...
, Andy Richter
Andy Richter
Paul Andrew "Andy" Richter is an American actor, writer, comedian, and late night talk show announcer. He is best known for his role as the sidekick of Conan O'Brien on each of the host's programs: Late Night and The Tonight Show on NBC, and Conan on TBS...
, Adam Carolla
Adam Carolla
Adam Carolla is an American radio personality, television host, comedian, and actor. He currently hosts The Adam Carolla Show, a talk show distributed as a podcast on the ACE Broadcasting Network...
, Andy Dick
Andy Dick
Andrew R. "Andy" Dick is an American comedian, actor, musician and television/film producer. His first regular television role was on the short-lived but highly influential Ben Stiller Show. In the mid-1990s, he had a long-running stint on NBC's NewsRadio...
, Dave Attell
Dave Attell
Dave Attell is an American stand-up comedian and the host of Comedy Central's Insomniac with Dave Attell and The Gong Show with Dave Attell.-Stand-up beginning:...
, Judah Friedlander
Judah Friedlander
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, Patton Oswalt
Patton Oswalt
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, Doug Benson
Doug Benson
Douglas Steven "Doug" Benson is an American stand-up comedian and actor who has appeared on Comedy Central Presents, Best Week Ever and was a contestant on Last Comic Standing in the show's fifth season....
, Rick Shapiro
Rick Shapiro
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, Carlos Mencia
Carlos Mencia
Carlos Mencia , born Ned Arnel Mencia, is a Honduran-born American comedian, writer, and actor. His style of comedy is often political and involves issues of race, culture, criminal justice, and social class...
, Joel McHale
Joel McHale
Joel Edward McHale is an American stand-up comedian, actor, writer, television producer, television personality, and voice artist. He is best known for hosting The Soup and for his role as Jeff Winger on Community....
, John Henson
John Henson
John Morris Henson is an American comedian, talk show host, and actor. He is the co-host of ABC's Wipeout, a prime-time series game show now in its fourth season.-Biography:...
, Belladonna
Belladonna
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, Olivia Munn
Olivia Munn
Lisa Olivia Munn is an American comedic actress, model, television personality and author. She began her career being credited as Lisa Munn. Since 2006, she has been using the name Olivia Munn personally and professionally....
, Dave Koechner, Spike Feresten
Spike Feresten
Spike Feresten is an American television writer, screenwriter and television personality.-Origins and early career:Feresten was born September 3, 1964 in Fall River and raised in West Bridgewater, Massachusetts, where he attended public schools. Feresten then attended Berklee College of Music in...
, Robert Morton
Robert Morton
Robert Morton was an English composer of the early Renaissance, mostly active at the Burgundian court. He was highly regarded at the time. Only secular vocal music, all Rondeaux for three voices, survive.-Life:...
, Mary Lynn Rajskub
Mary Lynn Rajskub
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, Zack Galifianakis, Karen Kilgariff
Karen Kilgariff
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and Robert Schimmel
Robert Schimmel
Robert George "Bob" Schimmel was an American stand-up comedian whose material was often X-rated and controversial. He was perhaps best known for his comedy albums and his appearances on HBO and The Howard Stern Show...
.