
Never Not Funny: The Jimmy Pardo Podcast
Misfit Toys·Hosted by Jimmy Pardo and Matt Belknap·571 episodes
Eavesdrop on freewheeling conversations between comedian and TV personality Jimmy Pardo and his sometimes famous, always funny friends. Unscripted. Unedited. Unstoppable. Since 2006. It's Never Not Funny.
Why listen
Never Not Funny is a veteran comedy hangout where Jimmy Pardo and his regular crew turn guest conversations into fast, conversational riffing. The appeal is the rhythm: inside jokes, pop-culture tangents, old-showbiz stories, and comedians trying to make each other laugh in real time. It is best for listeners who like loose, personality-driven comedy podcasts more than polished interviews or scripted bits.
Episodes
Calling after hours with Oliver Pardo.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jimmy marvels at the star power on a recent Tuesday night Improv lineup. Then, Jamie shares how he went from making belt buckles for Paul Lynde to forming the seminal comedy duo Mack & Jamie.If you'd like a second full episode every week, plus video of every episode and monthly bonuses, head over to nevernotfunny.com and sign up for a Platinum subscription. Plans start at $6/month and more perks, like access to our back catalog and game nights on Zoom, are also available. Sign up today!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Packing a suitcase with Chris Regan.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The mail is here, and it includes some swag from an unexpected corporate entity! Then, Nick shocks everyone with a revelation about his cumbersome last name.If you'd like a second full episode every week, plus video of every episode and monthly bonuses, head over to nevernotfunny.com and sign up for a Platinum subscription. Plans start at $6/month and more perks, like access to our back catalog and game nights on Zoom, are also available. Sign up today!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Getting out the vote with Jason Berlin.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jimmy ponders going on a reality competition show, and the ones he's willing to take on may surprise you! Then, Julia sets the record straight on how she and her husband Matt O'Brien met.If you'd like a second full episode every week, plus video of every episode and monthly bonuses, head over to nevernotfunny.com and sign up for a Platinum subscription. Plans start at $6/month and more perks, like access to our back catalog and game nights on Zoom, are also available. Sign up today!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dressing to impress with Matt O'Brien.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jimmy's caught in a traffic situation, while Matt has an animated character celebrity sighting. Then, Ron finds out the hard way why you shouldn't encourage horses to just "be themselves."If you'd like a second full episode every week, plus video of every episode and monthly bonuses, head over to nevernotfunny.com and sign up for a Platinum subscription. Plans start at $6/month and more perks, like access to our back catalog and game nights on Zoom, are also available. Sign up today!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Letting the cat out of the bag with Joe Wengert.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The guys enjoy a Scottish sweet treat courtesy of listener Mac. Then, Jimmy reveals what made Conan O'Brien laugh "the hardest he's ever laughed."If you'd like a second full episode every week, plus video of every episode and monthly bonuses, head over to nevernotfunny.com and sign up for a Platinum subscription. Plans start at $6/month and more perks, like access to our back catalog and game nights on Zoom, are also available. Sign up today!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Taking to the airwaves with Amy Landecker.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The gang takes a trip down the Wikipedia rabbit hole, and marvels at the list of actors who have cited Jack Nicholson as an influence. Then, May makes an interesting discovery about a childhood friend who has recently become a mother.If you'd like a second full episode every week, plus video of every episode and monthly bonuses, head over to nevernotfunny.com and sign up for a Platinum subscription. Plans start at $6/month and more perks, like access to our back catalog and game nights on Zoom, are also available. Sign up today!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Pulling a fast one with Greg Fitzsimmons.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
It's time to play "Who Can Name One Song By Bronski Beat?" Then, Rachel explains why she couldn't attend the 20th Anniversary Spectacular, and reveals her son's latest career aspiration.If you'd like a second full episode every week, plus video of every episode and monthly bonuses, head over to nevernotfunny.com and sign up for a Platinum subscription. Plans start at $6/month and more perks, like access to our back catalog and game nights on Zoom, are also available. Sign up today!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Never Not Funny celebrated its 20th anniversary with a marathon live show on Saturday. If you missed it, here are four of the 21 guest segments from the night, featuring Mike Schmidt, Jon Hamm, Scott Aukerman and Sona Movsesian. If you want to watch or listen to the whole event, you can purchase the full, 9.5 hour download package from specials.nevernotfunny.com. Proceeds benefit The Andrew Koenig Memorial Fund at the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. (You can also support the AFSP by bidding on a signed poster, buying a Never Not Funny 20th Anniversary T-shirt or simply donating directly.)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Since this was recorded before the big 20th Anniversary Spectacular live show, the guys hypothesize about how it went, which somehow leads to Jimmy lashing out at Garon. Then, Josh has a girlfriend, and Jimmy isn't happy with how her name is pronounced! Plus, can anyone guess when the last time a cannon was used in battle?Speaking of the 20th Anniversary show, if you missed the livestream, you can now pre-order the download package containing audio and video files for your enjoyment over at specials.nevernotfunny.com. You can also buy an exclusive 20th Anniversary T-shirt, bid on one of the 20th Anniversary posters signed by all of our guests, and donate to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. All the links you need are at nevernotfunny.com!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Speaking off the cuff with Matt Koff.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jimmy shares his secret for getting out of speeding tickets. Then, Matt Weinhold learns about the secret world of Wordlebot.If you'd like a second full episode every week, plus video of every episode and monthly bonuses, head over to nevernotfunny.com and sign up for a Platinum subscription. Plans start at $6/month and more perks, like access to our back catalog and game nights on Zoom, are also available. Sign up today!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Playing it again with Laurie Kilmartin.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Eliot has a bone to pick with a recent "How To Survive" guest (trigger warning: weather talk). Then, Chloe reveals what nerdy hobbies she enjoyed growing up in Minnesota as an only child.If you'd like a second full episode every week, plus video of every episode and monthly bonuses, head over to nevernotfunny.com and sign up for a Platinum subscription. Plans start at $6/month and more perks, like access to our back catalog and game nights on Zoom, are also available. Sign up today!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Finding your way back with Jimmy and the boys.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Matt has an outside-of-the-box suggestion for a guest booking, and tries to convince Jimmy it's a good idea. Then, Ben reveals which high-profile political campaign he worked on before transitioning to a career in comedy.If you'd like a second full episode every week, plus video of every episode and monthly bonuses, head over to nevernotfunny.com and sign up for a Platinum subscription. Plans start at $6/month and more perks, like access to our back catalog and game nights on Zoom, are also available. Sign up today!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Locking eyes with Anastasia Jacques.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The guys debate their favorite vegetables, and Jimmy reveals his new trick for limiting cookie consumption. Then, Todd Levin shares some behind-the-scenes stories from writing on the Oscars.If you'd like a second full episode every week, plus video of every episode and monthly bonuses, head over to nevernotfunny.com and sign up for a Platinum subscription. Plans start at $6/month and more perks, like access to our back catalog and game nights on Zoom, are also available. Sign up today!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Slicking it back with Andy Daly.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Matt had some car trouble, which naturally leads to an examination of Jay Leno's car collection. And Todd Glass bumped into young Oliver Pardo at a movie screening in Los Angeles... which is news to Jimmy, who didn't even know his son drove up from college.If you'd like a second full episode every week, plus video of every episode and monthly bonuses, head over to nevernotfunny.com and sign up for a Platinum subscription. Plans start at $6/month and more perks, like access to our back catalog and game nights on Zoom, are also available. Sign up today!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Letting it ride with Billy Gardell.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Doing the important work, the guys workshop title ideas for a "Happy Days" porno movie. Then, Dag helps inaugurate the new Letter Game for Season 38 -- songs by female solo artists -- and treats us to an acoustic rendition of the Sunshine Boys' "A Ghost, at Best."dagjuhlin.com | dagjuhlin.bandcamp.com | @dagjuhlinIf you'd like a second full episode every week, plus video of every episode and monthly bonuses, head over to nevernotfunny.com and sign up for a Platinum subscription. Plans start at $6/month and more perks, like access to our back catalog and game nights on Zoom, are also available. Sign up today!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Shedding light on the subject with Jordan Morris.(Visit bit.ly/coolfight to purchase a copy of Predator: Bloodshed signed by Jordan!)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
What better way to wrap up the season than by trying to name every past Never Not Funny guest that has been on Broadway? Plus, the gang plays the final "songs by a band" letter game and tries to guess which Z song Garon is thinking of.If you'd like a second full episode every week, plus video of every episode and monthly bonuses, head over to nevernotfunny.com and sign up for a Platinum subscription. Plans start at $6/month and more perks, like access to our back catalog and game nights on Zoom, are also available. Sign up today!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Never Not Funny is off this week, but we'll be back to start Season 38 on February 25th. In the meantime, enjoy this episode of our sister show How To Survive with Danielle & Kristine, hosted by Danielle Koenig and Kristine Kimmel and produced by our own Garon Cockrell! In this episode, Danielle and Kristine learn how to survive traveling to space — zero gravity, cosmic rays, and all! Writer/Professional Dancer Dennis Hensley joins the fun to share his hilarious story about auditioning to be a backup dancer for Madonna.👉 Support How To Survive on Patreon for extended episodes + bonus content.📰 Join the HTS Substack for extra comedy bits and survival tips.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jimmy gets in a round of golf before his hernia surgery, and picks up a new nickname. Then, Matt loses his temper on the soccer pitch.If you'd like a second full episode every week, plus video of every episode and monthly bonuses, head over to nevernotfunny.com and sign up for a Platinum subscription. Plans start at $6/month and more perks, like access to our back catalog and game nights on Zoom, are also available. Sign up today!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Bracing yourself with Beth Stelling.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
There comes a time when every man must confront a harsh reality: is it time to switch from belt to suspenders? Then, Erin reveals which '80s pop star she understudied in a production of Cabaret.If you'd like a second full episode every week, plus video of every episode and monthly bonuses, head over to nevernotfunny.com and sign up for a Platinum subscription. Plans start at $6/month and more perks, like access to our back catalog and game nights on Zoom, are also available. Sign up today!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Cooling it now with Vanessa Ramos.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Garon explains "Heated Rivalry" to three middle-aged straight guys. Then, Doug reveals which celebrity presenter threw him and his fellow joke writers under the bus at a major Hollywood awards show.If you'd like a second full episode every week, plus video of every episode and monthly bonuses, head over to nevernotfunny.com and sign up for a Platinum subscription. Plans start at $6/month and more perks, like access to our back catalog and game nights on Zoom, are also available. Sign up today!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Protecting your sources with Paul F. Tompkins.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The guys recall their respective high school newspapers... and some of the less legitimate alternative offerings. Then, Hugh shares stories of working at the Comedy Store in the '80s, and reveals what unique gift he received from an SNL cast member during his time on the writing staff of the show.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Slamming the door shut with Alison Rosen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jimmy wonders which dead rock stars would join forces to create the ultimate super group in heaven. Then, we get to know Macey and find out which "off limits" word proved the most challenging for her when recording a completely clean stand-up set for Dry Bar.If you'd like a second full episode every week, plus video of every episode and monthly bonuses, head over to nevernotfunny.com and sign up for a Platinum subscription. Plans start at $6/month and more perks, like access to our back catalog and game nights on Zoom, are also available. Sign up today!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Firing it up with Jackie Kashian.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Brits play American all the time, but Jimmy wants to know: is there an American actor who is known for doing a flawless British accent? Then, Murray explains why he joined the marching band in his senior year of high school, and shares a great Oscar after-party story.If you'd like a second full episode every week, plus video of every episode and monthly bonuses, head over to nevernotfunny.com and sign up for a Platinum subscription. Plans start at $6/month and more perks, like access to our back catalog and game nights on Zoom, are also available. Sign up today!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Huddling up with Jimmy and the boys.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Eliot has beef with the CVS coupon system. Then, it's Joseph's lucky day, because we're comparing car lengths, and you'll never guess who's is longest!If you'd like a second full episode every week, plus video of every episode and monthly bonuses, head over to nevernotfunny.com and sign up for a Platinum subscription. Plans start at $6/month and more perks, like access to our back catalog and game nights on Zoom, are also available. Sign up today!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Shooting the moon with J. Keith van Straaten.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Just in time for the holidays, Eliot presents the boys with gifts from Indonesia. Then, Kat explains how she broke into radio in Los Angeles.If you'd like a second full episode every week, plus video of every episode and monthly bonuses, head over to nevernotfunny.com and sign up for a Platinum subscription. Plans start at $6/month and more perks, like access to our back catalog and game nights on Zoom, are also available. Sign up today!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Working out for the best with Scott Aukerman.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Guest intern Zoe is very excited by the prospect of a Buc-ees taste test. Then, Matt Fulchiron wants in on the snack action, but the choice of treats contains an unexpected surprise.If you'd like a second full episode every week, plus video of every episode and monthly bonuses, head over to nevernotfunny.com and sign up for a Platinum subscription. Plans start at $6/month and more perks, like access to our back catalog and game nights on Zoom, are also available. Sign up today!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Peeling rubber with Janet Varney.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jimmy has an alarming encounter in a public sauna. Then, Chris brings a new trivia game into the studio, and the gang competes in a round of rock trivia.If you'd like a second full episode every week, plus video of every episode and monthly bonuses, head over to nevernotfunny.com and sign up for a Platinum subscription. Plans start at $6/month and more perks, like access to our back catalog and game nights on Zoom, are also available. Sign up today!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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