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{{Short description|American podcasting network}}
{{Infobox company
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| type = [[Privately held company|Private]], [[limited liability company]]
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| area_served = Worldwide
| founders = Jeff Ullrich<br />[[Scott Aukerman]]
| foundation = August
| key_people = Erik Diehn<br /><small>([[Chief executive officer|CEO]])</small><br />
| products = ''[[Comedy Bang! Bang!]]''<br /> ''[[Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend]]''<br />''[[Kevin Pollak's Chat Show]]''<br />''[[How Did This Get Made?]]''
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'''Earwolf''' is an American comedy podcasting network founded by [[Scott Aukerman]] and Jeff Ullrich in August 2010. In 2011, they announced a partnership with [[Funny Or Die]].<ref name="Funny Or Die And Earwolf To Team Up, Expose Comedy Podcasts To Wider Audience">{{cite news |url=http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/07/20/funny-or-die-teams-with-earwolf-podcasting_n_905225.html |title=Funny Or Die And Earwolf To Team Up, Expose Comedy Podcasts To Wider Audience |access-date=July 20, 2011 |work= Huffington Post |first=Ross |last=Luippold |date=July 20, 2011}}</ref> It merged with podcast advertising network The Mid Roll in 2014, a separate company founded by Ullrich, to form Midroll Media.<ref>{{cite podcast |url=https://gimletmedia.com/shows/without-fail/8wh5ra |title= Exiled from the Industry He Helped Create |website=Without Fail |publisher=[[Gimlet Media]] |host= [[Alex Blumberg]]|date= May 13, 2019 |time= |access-date=}}</ref> Midroll was acquired by the [[E. W. Scripps Company]] in 2015.<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/ew-scripps-acquires-podcast-network-810326|title=E.W. Scripps Acquires Podcast Network Midroll Media|work=The Hollywood Reporter|access-date=April 1, 2018|language=en}}</ref> In July 2020, [[Sirius XM]] acquired Midroll Media, which includes [[Stitcher Radio]] and Earwolf, for $325 million.<ref>{{Cite web|last=Carman|first=Ashley|date=July 13, 2020|title=SiriusXM is buying Stitcher for $325 million|url=https://www.theverge.com/2020/7/13/21315911/siriusxm-stitcher-podcast-deal-buy-midroll-earwolf|access-date=July 14, 2020|website=The Verge|language=en}}</ref>
Initially built around the ''[[Comedy Death-Ray Radio]]'' podcast, the network has since grown to include many podcasts on diverse subjects. The Earwolf studios are in [[Los Angeles, California]], [[United States]].
== Current comedy programming ==
; ''Bitch Sesh: A Real Housewives Breakdown''
A podcast where [[Casey Wilson]] and [[Danielle Schneider]] discuss shows from ''[[The Real Housewives]]'' franchise. They often have special guests, who have previously included [[Andy Cohen (television personality)|Andy Cohen]], [[June Diane Raphael]], [[Michael Rapaport]], [[Adam Pally]], and [[Retta]].
{{Main|Comedy Bang! Bang!}}
''[[Comedy Bang! Bang!]]'' (previously ''Comedy Death-Ray Radio'') is Earwolf's flagship podcast. It is hosted by [[Scott Aukerman]] and was originally an extension of his weekly live [[Comedy Death-Ray]] show.<ref>{{cite web|last=Ryan |first=Kyle |url=
In 2012, [[IFC (U.S. TV channel)|IFC]] began airing a television version of the show, called ''[[Comedy Bang! Bang! (TV series)|Comedy Bang! Bang!]]'' The first season ran for ten episodes, it was renewed for a 20 episode second season, and began airing its third season in May 2014.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.ifc.com/shows/comedy-bang-bang |title=Comedy Bang! Bang! – IFC |publisher=IFC.com |access-date
; ''Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend''
{{Main|
Launched in 2018, ''Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend'' is a podcast in which retired [[late-night television]] host [[Conan O'Brien]] hangs out with "people he enjoys most" and tries to find "real friendship" along the way.<ref name="Fox 2018">{{cite web | last=Fox | first=Sarah | title=Conan O'Brien is Launching a Podcast This Month | website=Slanted | date=November 11, 2018 | url=https://theslanted.com/2018/11/31290/conan-o-brien-podcast-guests-need-a-friend/ | access-date=November 21, 2018 | archive-date=November 21, 2018 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20181121120509/https://theslanted.com/2018/11/31290/conan-o-brien-podcast-guests-need-a-friend/ | url-status=dead }}</ref>
''Earwolf Presents'' showcases new podcasts from Earwolf as well as one-off specials.
; ''How Did This Get Made?''
{{Main|How Did This Get Made?}}
''How Did This Get Made?'' hosted by [[Paul Scheer]], [[June Diane Raphael]] and [[Jason Mantzoukas]] is a biweekly podcast. Each show, which has a new guest, features the deconstruction and mockery of terrible films. Not only are jokes made, but attempts to unscramble plots are often begun before being abandoned. During the show's off week a ".5" episode is uploaded featuring Scheer announcing the next week's movie as well as challenges for the fans.
; ''improv4humans with Matt Besser''
An improvised podcast led by [[Matt Besser]], a founding member of the [[Upright Citizens Brigade]]. Besser and various improvisers use one-word suggestions from Twitter, listener calls, videos from [[YouTube]], and occasional musical guests as basis for improvised scenes. Musical acts that have appeared on the podcast have included [[Frank Turner]], [[Dan Deacon]], [[Lucero (band)|Lucero]], [[The Staves]], [[The Family Crest]], and more.
; ''Scam Goddess''
Host [[Laci Mosley]] and guests discuss scams, cons, robbery, and fraud. Topics have included [[Caroline Calloway]], [[Fyre Festival|Fyre Fest]], and [[Don Lapre|Don Larpe]].
; ''The Neighborhood Listen''
An improvised podcast hosted by [[Paul F. Tompkins]] and [[Nicole Parker]], in the characters of Burnt Millipede and Joan Pedestrian, citizens of the fictional town of Dignity Falls. In each episode improvised comedy occurs based on posts from the neighborhood-based social network [[Nextdoor]]. Guests such as [[Maria Blasucci]], [[Ryan Gaul]], [[Nicole Byer]], and [[Bobby Moynihan]] have all appeared as characters.
; ''Threedom''
Co-hosts [[Lauren Lapkus]], [[Paul F. Tompkins]], and [[Scott Aukerman]] spend quality time together and discuss their lives.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Threedom|url=https://www.earwolf.com/show/threedom/|website=earwolf.com}}</ref>
; ''U Talkin' U2 To Me?'' / ''R U Talkin' R.E.M. RE: ME? / U Talkin' Talking Heads 2 My Talking Head? / U Springin' Springsteen On My Bean?''
The ''U Talkin''' series features [[Scott Aukerman]] and [[Adam Scott (actor)|Adam Scott]] discussing their mutual admiration for an artist, discussing one album per episode. The podcast started as ''U Talkin' [[U2]] to Me'' on February 26, 2014. Guests included [[Harris Wittels]], [[Lance Bangs]], [[Paul F. Tompkins]], [[Jimmy Pardo]], [[Todd Glass]], [[Doug Benson]], [[U2]], [[Phoebe Robinson]], and [[Andy Daly]]. In 2018, the podcast was rebranded as ''R U Talkin' R.E.M. RE: ME?'', discussing the band [[R.E.M.]] In 2020, the podcast was again rebranded as ''R U Talkin' RHCP RE: ME?'', discussing the band [[Red Hot Chili Peppers]] for one episode, where in the second episode it was discussed that both hosts would much rather do a show about [[Talking Heads]] and was rebranded yet again as ''U Talkin' Talking Heads 2 My Talking Head?'' In 2023 the podcast began discussing [[Bruce Springsteen]] under the title ''U Springin' Springsteen On My Bean?''
== Current lifestyle programming ==
A podcast formerly called ''Beautiful Stories from Anonymous People'' where [[Chris Gethard]] speaks on the phone to anonymous people. The callers can hang up at any time, but Gethard must stay on the line with them for at least an hour.{{citation needed|date=June 2021}}
; ''Best Friends with Nicole Byer and Sasheer Zamata''
Comedians [[Nicole Byer]] and [[Sasheer Zamata]] discuss friendship, culture, and life.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Best Friends with Nicole Byer and Sasheer Zamata|url=https://www.earwolf.com/show/best-friends-with-nicole-byer-and-sasheer-zamata/|website=earwolf.com}}</ref>
; ''I Weigh with Jameela Jamil''
A body-positive podcast where host Jameela Jamil interviews guests about identity and body image. Guests have included [[Billy Porter (entertainer)|Billy Porter]], [[Reese Witherspoon]], and [[iO Tillett Wright]].<ref>{{Cite web|title=I Weigh with Jameela Jamil|url=https://www.earwolf.com/show/i-weigh-with-jameela-jamil/|website=earwolf.com}}</ref>
; ''Queery with Cameron Eposito''
{{Main|Queery}}
Standup comedian [[Cameron Esposito]] interviews [[LGBT|LGBTQ+]] celebrities, activists, and thinkers.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Queery|url=https://www.earwolf.com/show/queery/|website=earwolf.com}}</ref>
== Current culture programming ==
;''Office Ladies''
{{Main|Office Ladies}}
In ''Office Ladies'', best friends and former cast members of [[The Office (American TV series)|''The Office'']] [[Jenna Fischer]] and [[Angela Kinsey]] review past episodes of the show, providing behind the scenes information and answering fan questions.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://twitter.com/jennafischer/status/1171930005535748096|title=We are excited to be joining the @earwolf team to bring you our new podcast Office Ladies! Each week, @AngelaKinsey and I will watch an episode of The Office and give you all the stories and behind-the-scenes scoop...as well as some BFF banter about our lives. Starts Wed 10/16!pic.twitter.com/EJkpOPI1cw|last=Fischer|first=Jenna|date=September 11, 2019|website=@jennafischer|language=en|access-date=September 22, 2019}}</ref>
; ''Unspooled''
''Unspooled'' is a film podcast co-hosted by Amy Nicholson and Paul Scheer. Season 1 explores the [[AFI's 100 Years...100 Movies|AFI Top 100]] while season 2 explores Scheer and Nicholson's top 100 films.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Unspooled|url=https://www.earwolf.com/show/unspooled/|website=earwolf.com}}</ref>
== Former programming ==
; ''Affirmation Nation with Bob Ducca''
A self-improvement podcast hosted by [[Seth Morris]] as his character Bob Ducca.
; ''Analyze Phish''
On ''Analyze Phish'', [[Harris Wittels]] attempted to convince Scott Aukerman to like the band [[Phish]]. The first episode aired in August 2011. Ten episodes aired, with the final installment, "Fuego," posted on July 10, 2014.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.earwolf.com/episode/fuego/|title=Fuego, episode #10 of Analyze Phish on Earwolf|website=Earwolf|access-date=April 1, 2018}}</ref>
; ''The Andy Daly Podcast Pilot Project''
A podcast where [[Andy Daly]] and [[Matt Gourley]] sort through various podcast pilots that have been sent to Earwolf.
A mostly scripted podcast featuring The Apple Sisters. The show features original songs and stars three singing sisters who set their act in 1943.
; ''Attitudes!''
{{Main|Attitudes!}}
In ''Attitudes!'', formerly known as ''Throwing Shade'', hosts Erin Gibson and Bryan Safi discuss issues concerning women's rights, LGBTQ rights and progressive politics laced with humor. They also consider important issues like grocery shopping, cotton candy grapes, annoying neighbors, and skin care.
; ''Big Grande Teachers' Lounge''
''Big Grande Teachers Lounge'' ran from September 2017 to June 2020 and featured [[Drew Tarver]], Dan Lippert, Jon Mackey, and Ryan Rosenberg as bumbling teachers at the fictional Hamilton High School.
; ''The Black List Table Reads''
A podcast where [[Black List (survey)|The Black List]] founder [[Franklin Leonard]] presents unproduced scripts read by a rotating group of actors.
; ''Bonanas for Bonanza''
Launched in April 2020, ''Bonanas for Bonanza'' is the first podcast picked up by Earwolf from ''The Andy Daly Podcast Pilot Project.'' Hosts Dalton Wilcox (Andy Daly), Amy Sleeverson ([[Maria Bamford]]), and Mutt Taylor (Matt Gourley) watch the television show ''[[Bonanza]]''.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Bonanas for Bonanza|url=https://www.earwolf.com/show/bonanas-for-bonanza/|website=earwolf.com|access-date=August 16, 2020|archive-date=August 11, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200811003804/http://www.earwolf.com/show/bonanas-for-bonanza/|url-status=dead}}</ref>
; ''By the Way, In Conversation with Jeff Garlin''
A live podcast recorded at [[Largo (nightclub)|Largo]] in LA, featuring a casual conversation between a guest and [[Jeff Garlin]]. Guests have included JJ Abrams, Henry Rollins, Lena Dunham, Will Ferrell, Zach Galifianakis and Larry David.
{{Main|The Canon (podcast)}}
In ''The Canon'', Amy Nicholson and a different co-host (formerly Devin Faraci) discuss a new movie every week and whether it deserves to be "canon," though the final decision is left to listeners' votes.
Hosted by Alex Schmidt, ''The Cracked Podcast'' is an extension of the discussions that drive articles published on the website [[Cracked.com|Cracked]].
; ''Crybabies''
A podcast where [[Sarah Thyre]], [[Susan Orlean]], and a guest discuss what makes them cry.
; ''Culture Kings''
Comedians Jacquis Neal and Edgar Momplaisir discuss blackness and popular culture.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Culture Kings|url=https://www.earwolf.com/show/culture-kings/|website=earwolf.com}}</ref> The podcast of was previously part of the [[IHeartRadio|iHeart Radio]] network but moved to Earwolf in January 2020.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Culture Kings|url=https://www.iheart.com/podcast/105-culture-kings-28767506/|website=iHeartRadio.com}}</ref>
; ''Cyber Thug Radio''
''Cyber Thug Radio'' was a part of Earwolf for two weeks before being discontinued. It was hosted by [[Jerry Minor]] (as "Cyber Thug") with co-host "Miles Archer". Together they talked about hip-hop, athletics, and other urban topics. It launched in November 2010 and was formally announced canceled on December 28, 2010. The Earwolf store released a special third episode in March 2012.
An interview podcast hosted by [[David Gregory (journalist)|David Gregory]].
; ''Denzel Washington Is The Greatest Actor Of All Time Period''
{{Main|Denzel Washington Is The Greatest Actor Of All Time Period}}
A podcast where [[W. Kamau Bell]] and Kevin Avery discuss a new movie starring [[Denzel Washington]] each week.
; ''Doing Great with Vicky Vox''
Drag queen Vicky Vox interviews guests using tarot cards. Guests have included [[Detox Icunt|Detox]], [[Alaska Thunderfuck]], [[Bob the Drag Queen]], and [[Betsy Sodaro]].<ref>{{Cite web|title=Doing Great with Vicky Vox Podcast|url=https://www.earwolf.com/show/doing-great-with-vicky-vox-podcast/|website=Earwolf.com}}</ref>
; ''Dr. Gameshow''
A podcast where [[Jo Firestone]] and Manolo Moreno play listener-submitted games with comedian friends and listener call-ins. The podcast was on Earwolf from 2017 to 2018,<ref>Dr. Gameshow on Earwolf, Episode #63: The Earwolf Finale! https://www.earwolf.com/episode/the-earwolf-finale/</ref> but now can be found on [[Maximum Fun]].
; ''Eardrop''
On March 14, 2011, Earwolf premiered ''Eardrop''. Calling it an "Audio [[Twitter]]", ''Eardrop'' features a collection of comedians calling and leaving messages to an Earwolf answering machine, and those message then being played with sound effects between.
Billed as "America's first reality podcast", the ''Earwolf Challenge'' premiered July 11, 2011, and follows ten podcasts through a [[reality television]]-style elimination competition to win a year-long contract with Earwolf. The show is hosted by [[Matt Besser]]. It was won by the ''Totally Laime'' podcast, hosted by the Los Angeles–based husband and wife duo of Elizabeth Laime and Andy Rosen. After attracting few listeners, ''Earwolf Challenge'' is not returning for a second season.
; ''Factually! with Adam Conover''
Comedian [[Adam Conover]] of ''[[Adam Ruins Everything]]'' and ''[[The G Word]],'' interviews experts on science, politics, and current events.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Factually! with Adam Conover|url=https://www.earwolf.com/show/factually-with-adam-conover/|website=earwolf.com}}</ref>
A podcast where [[Negin Farsad]] discusses politics with her funny friends.
[[Jake Fogelnest]] brings on a guest to discuss YouTube videos.
; ''Full Release with Samantha Bee''
''[[Full Frontal with Samantha Bee|Full Frontal]]'' host [[Samantha Bee]] speaks with journalists and experts about current events and issues. Guests have included [[Jelani Cobb]], [[Soledad O'Brien]], and [[Jen Gunter|Dr. Jen Gunter]].<ref>{{Cite web|title=Full Release with Samantha Bee|url=https://www.earwolf.com/show/full-release-with-samantha-bee/|website=earwolf.com}}</ref>
;''Get Up On This''
''Get Up On This'' was a podcast that ran from November 2014 to February 2019, [[Jensen Karp]] and [[Matthew Robinson (director)|Matthew Robinson]] introduced listeners to TV shows, musicians, and other things they should be familiar with. Ali Segel and Erin Mallory Long took over as hosts of ''Get Up On This 2.0'' in November 2019.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Welcome to 2.0 (w/ Katie Willert)|url=https://www.earwolf.com/episode/welcome-to-2-0-w-katie-willert/|website=earwolf.com}}</ref>
; ''Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness''
[[Jonathan Van Ness]]'s podcast to discuss timely cultural topics with special guests such as [[Melinda Gates]], [[Reese Witherspoon]] and [[Katie Couric]], as well as Jonathan's co-hosts from [[Queer Eye (2018 TV series)|''Queer Eye'']].
; ''Glitter in the Garbage with Drew Droege''
Hosted by Drew Droege of [[Planet Unicorn]] and launched on December 7, 2010, ''Glitter in the Garbage'' is "a celebration of all thing fancy" that takes the shape of improvised sketches and monologues with Droege and his guests playing "obscure celebrities who celebrate, fight, feast upon, and polish the filth." Notable guests have included ''[[Saturday Night Live]]'' alums [[Melanie Hutsell]], [[Michaela Watkins]], and [[Casey Wilson]]; comedians [[James Adomian]], [[June Diane Raphael]] and Groundlings member [[Stephanie Courtney]] who is best known for playing [[Flo (Progressive Insurance)|Flo]] in the [[Progressive Insurance]] commercials.
; ''Happy Sad Confused''
An interview podcast where Josh Horowitz has conversations with actors and filmmakers.
; ''Hard Nation''
A politics-themed comedy podcast hosted by Mike Still and Paul Welsh featuring comedians impersonating famous politicians. Splitsider called ''Hard Nation'' the "Best Political Comedy Podcast" of the 2016 U.S. presidential election.<ref>{{cite web|title=Inside 'Hard Nation', the Best Political Comedy Podcast of This Interminable Election|url=http://splitsider.com/2016/11/inside-hard-nation-the-best-political-comedy-podcast-of-this-interminable-election/|website=Splitsider|access-date=January 9, 2017|archive-date=January 9, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170109185928/http://splitsider.com/2016/11/inside-hard-nation-the-best-political-comedy-podcast-of-this-interminable-election/|url-status=dead}}</ref> The show came to an end in March 2018, under the narrative auspices that Jeff Foxworthy had purchased their fictional radio station.
; ''Hello From The Magic Tavern''
{{Main|Hello from the Magic Tavern}}
Featuring Adal Rifai, Arnie Niekamp, and Matt Young, ''Hello From The Magic Tavern'' follows the story of Arnie Niekamp, who falls through a dimensional portal into the magical land of Foon. He uploads a podcast each week from the land's tavern the Vermilion Minotaur.
; ''History: The Shequel''
Host Erin Gibson "is joined each week by a cool teen" to discuss women's history.<ref>{{Cite web|title=History: The Shequel|url=https://www.earwolf.com/show/history-the-shequel/|website=earwolf.com}}</ref> Subjects have included [[Ida B. Wells]], [[March Fong Eu]], and [[Deborah Sampson]].
; ''Hollywood Handbook''
{{Main|Hollywood Handbook}}
''Hollywood Handbook'' is a podcast about learning and growing and having fun with your friends, hosted by comedian/writer duo '''The Boys''', which consists of [[Hayes Davenport]] and [[Sean Clements]]. The show is supposed to mimic and mock reality programs that deal with trivial celebrity gossip and making it in Hollywood. The hosts go on long tangential riffs about show-biz and Hollywood. Each week they have a guest for an interview, preceding the interview there are comedy segments in which Davenport and Clements discuss different things in their highly satirical fashion. Guests have included [[Donald Glover]], [[Ellie Kemper]], [[Aubrey Plaza]], [[Kumail Nanjiani]], [[Nick Kroll]], [[Pauly Shore]], and [[Sharon Horgan]].
; ''Homophilia''
A podcast where [[Dave Holmes (actor)|Dave Holmes]] and Matt McConkey interview LGBT celebrities.
; ''The Hooray Show with Horatio''
A podcast featuring sketches and interviews with host [[Horatio Sanz]]. ''The Hooray Show'' left Earwolf after 26 episodes.
; ''How To Be Less Old''
In ''How To Be Less Old'' (formerly ''OMFG!''), Emily Foster and Deanna Cheng educate themselves and others on youth culture.
; ''I Was There Too''
A podcast where [[Matt Gourley]] interviews people involved with some of the most famous movies and TV shows of all time.
; ''In Bed With Nick and Megan''
A podcast hosted by [[Nick Offerman]] and [[Megan Mullally]], who record the podcast from their own bed and interview friends and celebrities while also discussing their careers and personal lives.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-bed-with-nick-and-megan/id1487579237|title=In Bed with Nick and Megan on Apple Podcasts|website=Apple Podcasts|access-date=May 15, 2020}}</ref> It debuted in November 2019 and guests have included [[Retta]], [[Lisa Kudrow]], [[Bill Hader]] and [[Will Forte]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.earwolf.com/show/in-bed-with-nick-offerman-and-megan-mullally/|title=In Bed with Nick and Megan podcast on Earwolf|website=www.earwolf.com|access-date=May 15, 2020|archive-date=January 7, 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220107154245/https://www.earwolf.com/show/in-bed-with-nick-offerman-and-megan-mullally/|url-status=dead}}</ref>
; ''Inside Conan: An Important Hollywood Podcast''
''[[Late Night with Conan O'Brien]]'' writers Mike Sweeney and Jessie Gaskell offer a behind the scenes look at production on ''Late Night''.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Inside Conan: An Important Hollywood Podcast|url=https://www.earwolf.com/show/inside-conan-an-important-hollywood-podcast/|website=earwolf.com}}</ref>
; ''James Bonding''
A podcast where [[Matt Gourley]] and [[Matt Mira]] discuss the [[James Bond in film|James Bond film series]]. The show has been on hiatus since January 2020.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Live from SF Sketchfest 2020|url=https://www.earwolf.com/episode/live-from-sf-sketchfest-2020/|website=earwolf.com}}</ref>
; ''Katie Couric''
An interview podcast hosted by [[Katie Couric]].{{citation needed|date=June 2021}}
; ''Kevin Pollak's Chat Show''
{{Main|Kevin Pollak's Chat Show}}
Long-form interviews with luminaries from the worlds of comedy, film, and television, hosted by actor/comedian [[Kevin Pollak]].
In ''Kondabolu Brothers'', [[Ashok Kondabolu|Ashok]] and [[Hari Kondabolu]] discuss cultural matters and pop culture.
''The Longest Shortest Time'' is a [[parenting]] podcast hosted by Hillary Frank.
A [[parenting]] podcast hosted by Earwolf founder Jeff Ullrich and comedian/actor [[David Koechner]].
A podcast where [[Leonard Maltin]] and [[Baron Vaughn]] discuss films on a different theme each week. In July 2016, ''Maltin On Movies'' moved to [[Nerdist Industries#Nerdist Podcast Network|Nerdist]].
; ''Mike Detective''
A send up of hardboiled detective stories starring [[Rob Huebel]] as the metaphor spouting title character, [[Grey DeLisle]] as Stephanie Client and featuring Neil Campbell as the announcer. After premiering as a [[backdoor pilot]] during ''Comedy Death-Ray Radio'', the first season lasted from January 4 to April 11, 2011.
; ''Nerd Poker: Dungeons & Dragons with Brian Posehn and Friends''
{{Main|Nerd Poker}}
Comedian [[Brian Posehn]] hosted a weekly [[Dungeons & Dragons]] session, featuring stand-up comedians [[Blaine Capatch]], [[Steve Agee]], Dan Telfer, and actor Ken Daly. Guests (stand-in players) included [[Rick Remender]] and [[Dave Anthony]]. Original players who later moved on include Posehn's ''[[Deadpool]]'' co-writer Gerry Duggan, Sarah Guzzardo, and Scott "Mr. Sark" Robison. [[Nerd Poker]] has since left the network and become independent, with Guzzardo rejoining the regular cast.<ref>{{cite web|title=Nerd Poker podcast on Earwolf|url=http://www.earwolf.com/show/nerd-poker/|website=Earwolf}}</ref>
; ''Never Not Funny''
{{Main|Never Not Funny}}
A podcast featuring freeform conversations between [[Jimmy Pardo]], Matt Belknap, and a guest. ''Never Not Funny'' joined Earwolf in January 2014.
; ''Nocturnal Emotions''
An interview podcast hosted by musician [[Har Mar Superstar]].
; ''Off Book: The Improvised Musical''
{{Main|Off Book: The Improvised Musical}}
In ''Off Book'', [[Jessica McKenna]], Zach Reino, and a guest improvise an entire musical in each episode.
; ''Pistol Shrimps Radio''
A podcast where [[Matt Gourley]] and [[Mark McConville]] give an absurdist running commentary on games played by the Los Angeles–based women's basketball team the Pistol Shrimps.
; ''Professor Blastoff''
{{Main|Professor Blastoff}}
The ''Professor Blastoff'' podcast premiered in May 2011 and finished in July 2015 after 217 episodes. Hosted by [[Tig Notaro]], [[Kyle Dunnigan]], and [[David Huntsberger]]. ''Professor Blastoff'' focused on science, philosophy, and humanities. They have had guests such as [[Sarah Silverman]], [[Amy Schumer]], [[Bill Burr]] and many more comedians. Other guests include [[Molly Ringwald]] and [[Taylor Dayne]]. The evolution of Notaro's career is mapped over the 4 years of the podcast's airing, including her struggle with breast cancer.
; ''Question of the Day''
A podcast where [[Stephen J. Dubner]] and [[James Altucher]] answer a question every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
; ''Rafflecast''
A podcast hosted by [[Jon Daly]] where he does sketches and what he wants like making a song with [[Har Mar Superstar]] or calling [[Rob Huebel]]. Guests have included [[Honus Honus]] from [[Man Man]], [[Brendon Small]], Davin Wood of Heidecker And Wood, [[Doug Lussenhop]], [[Adam Pally]], [[Paul Scheer]], [[Howard Kremer]], [[Matt Besser]], John Gemberling of ''[[Fat Guy Stuck in Internet]]'', and [[Brian Huskey]].
In ''Raised By TV'', [[Jon Gabrus]] and [[Lauren Lapkus]] discuss the television from their childhoods.
A reading podcast where [[Nate Corddry]] plays host to live renditions of interesting works of literature.
; ''Ronna & Beverly''
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A podcast hosted by two characters — two Jewish women in their 50s. They often give unwanted advice to their guests.
In ''The Room Where It's Happening'', [[Travon Free]] and [[Mike Drucker]] bring on guests to discuss the musical ''[[Hamilton (musical)|Hamilton]]''.
; ''Seth Godin's Startup School''
A [[business]] podcast hosted by author and marketing guru [[Seth Godin]].
; ''Shortwave''
An interview podcast hosted by musician [[Grant-Lee Phillips]].
;''Sklarbro Country''
''Sklarbro Country'' was the first show to be added to the Earwolf roster. It is hosted by [[Randy and Jason Sklar]] and is a sports-themed comedy program notably geared towards people that may not necessarily care about or follow sports. The brothers cover sports-related stories from around the world that normally would fall through the cracks of most sports news shows. In addition to The Sklars, voice actor Chris Cox often performs as various characters including [[Jerry Jones]], [[Tiger Woods]], [[Sam Elliott]], and "[[Racist]] [[Vin Scully]]." Other characters are often played by [[Dan Van Kirk]], James Adomian and Jason Nash. The show has featured a long list of famous guests, including [[Glenn Howerton]] and [[Kaitlin Olson]] from ''[[It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia]]'', [[Jeffrey Ross]], [[Patton Oswalt]], and [[Jon Hamm]], discussing specific sports stories or general themes of sports in the news. The title is a parody of ''[[Scarborough Country]]'', a former opinion show on MSNBC hosted by former congressman [[Joe Scarborough]].
The show ended when the Sklars migrated to [[Feral Audio]] in July 2017 and started ''Dumb People Town''.
; ''[[Spanish Aquí Presents]]''
''Spanish Aquí Presents'' is a comedy podcast hosted by Oscar Montoya, Raiza Licea, Tony Rodriguez, and [[Carlos Santos (comedian)|Carlos Santos.]]<ref>{{Cite web|title=Spanish Aquí Presents|url=https://www.earwolf.com/show/spanish-aqui-presents/|website=earwolf.com}}</ref>
; ''Spontaneanation''
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An improv podcast with host [[Paul F. Tompkins]]. Based upon an interview with a special guest, Tompkins and several "improvisational friends" (often co-stars from the ''[[Thrilling Adventure Hour]]'' or [[Superego (podcast)|''Superego'']] podcasts, or co-stars from Tompkins' [[Seeso]] program ''[[Bajillion Dollar Propertie$]]'') perform narrative improv set in a location provided by the guest.
; ''The Three Questions with Andy Richter''
An interview podcast where Andy Richter asks guests three questions: where they come from, where they are going, and what they have learned.<ref>{{Cite web|title=The Three Questions with Andy Richter|url=https://www.earwolf.com/episode/lauren-lapkus-3/|website=earwolf.com}}</ref>
''Topics'' is a satirical podcast hosted by [[Michael Ian Black]] and [[Michael Showalter]]. The two Michaels play fictionalized versions of themselves, having overly pretentious conversations about serious subjects, such as "Does God Exist?" and "Gender".
[[Elizabeth Laime]] and "Psychic" Andy Rosen interview comedians every week. The first episode aired in February 2010, and the last premiered in January 2015. Features The Oprah Game and Laime or Totally Rapid-fire.
; ''Urgent Care with Joel Kim Booster and Mitra Jouhari''
Hosts Joel Kim Booster and Mitra Jouhari answer listener requests for relationship advice.
{{main|Voyage to the Stars}}
''Voyage to the Stars'' is a comedic space exploration podcast featuring Felicia Day, Janet Varney, Steve Berg, and Colton Dunn.
''Who Charted?'' launched on December 7, 2010, focus on pop culture by analyzing various film [[box office]] and [[List of record charts|record charts]]. Each week [[Howard Kremer]], with former co-host [[Kulap Vilaysack]] (2010–2018), host a guest from the comedy or music field to review the week's charts and discuss their feelings on them. Towards the end of the episode the guest will play one of a variety of games.
{{Main|With Special Guest Lauren Lapkus}}
A podcast where every week a new person assumes hosting duties and the guest is [[Lauren Lapkus]] as an original character.
; ''The Wolf Den''
A [[business]] and [[Mass media|media]] podcast hosted by Lex Friedman and Chris Bannon (previously Adam Sachs and Jeff Ullrich), focusing on the business of podcasting and digital media.{{citation needed|date=June 2021}}
; ''We Called Your Mom''
Co-hosted by [[Beth Stelling]] and her mother Diane, ''We Called Your Mom'' features interviews with the mothers of popular artists and comedians.
{{Main|Womp It Up!}}
A "school project podcast" with [[Jessica St. Clair]] and [[Lennon Parham]] as their characters Marissa Wompler and Charlotte Listler.
; ''Yo, Is This Racist?''
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A spin-off of the popular [[Tumblr]] blog of the same name, hosted by Andrew Ti.{{citation needed|date=June 2021}}
== Howl ==
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== Wolfpop ==
In November 2014, Earwolf launched a sister network, Wolfpop, led by [[Paul Scheer]]. Wolfpop's podcast lineup included ''The Black List Table Reads'', ''[[The Canon (podcast)|The Canon]]'', ''Cardboard! With Rich Sommer'', ''Crybabies'', ''[[Denzel Washington Is The Greatest Actor Of All Time Period]]'', ''Get Up on This'', ''Happy Sad Confused'', ''I Was There Too'', ''Maltin on Movies'', ''Nerd Machine's Picking Favorites'', ''Off Camera'', ''OMFG!'', ''Reading Aloud'', ''Rotten Tomatoes'', and ''The Sylvester Stallone Show''. On March 7, 2016, the majority of Wolfpop's programs were folded over into Earwolf.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://forum.earwolf.com/topic/31174-earwolf-and-wolfpop|title=Earwolf and Wolfpop|website=Earwolf Forums}}</ref>
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