Season 1 2013 - 2014

Welcome to the premiere episode of In Bed With Joan! You’re going to love it. Sarah Silverman (twitter) is super funny, and we’re so glad to have her on the show.

In this episode, Joan and Sarah talk about female comedians being funny, dating talk show hosts, going under the bed covers, and more!

The hilarious comedian Nick Kroll (twitter), from FX’s “The League” and the new Comedy Central series “Kroll Show”, hops into Bed With Joan this week. They discuss the “rich tough” streets of New York, varying amounts of immigrant workers, making a living as a comedian, and more!

Kelly Osbourne jumps into Bed With Joan, where they discuss pubic hair electricity, being a politically active British citizen in America, and pooping on a tour bus. PLUS: Melissa gets in the hot seat and dishes what she likes and hates about Joan!

It’s time for Belinda Carlisle from “The Go-Go’s” to get comfortable on the comforters with Joan! In this episode, they talk about which celebrity helped The Go-Go’s get back together, her success with sobriety, her loving relationship with her son, and Belinda gives Joan a tour of modern pop music!

Adam Pally (twitter) from ABC’s sitcom “Happy Endings” jumps into Bed With Joan! They chat about Improv for the handicapped, why Adam got kicked out of school multiple times, the sexual activities of Eleanor Roosevelt, and a rousing game of Desert Island Date!

The very funny and gregarious Margaret Cho (twitter) jumps In Bed With Joan this week! In this episode, they discuss dating Quentin Tarantino, why Margaret isn’t a nurse, “human anatomy”, and Margaret shows off her tattoos!

In this episode, the fantastic Anthony Jeselnik (twitter) joins Joan in Bed! In this episode, they discuss the rejected jokes not on “The Jeselnik Offensive“, comedy groupies, why being famous is better than being funny, and why you shouldn’t ever apologize for a joke.

This week, the iconic RuPaul (twitter) hops into bed with Joan! In this episode, they discuss how RuPaul found his fate in drag and fame, the science of how to do “The Tuck”, the growth and success of RuPaul’s TV show “Drag Race“, and a special peek into his private life!

This week, Ed Weeks from FOX’s “The Mindy Project” joins Joan in the sheets! They talk about Ed’s posh British heritage and terrible American accent, his harrowing dive into stand up comedy, marijuana policy, and BONUS: he’s single ladies!

This week, the vibrant Gary Busey (twitter) joins Joan in Bed! In this episode, they discuss Gary’s Academy Award history, his motorcycle accident and recovery, their Celebrity Apprentice experience, and some hilarious banter you won’t believe! By the way, if you have problems with this episode, don’t forget: “strawberry.” For Gary’s Kawasaki Disease Foundation, go to buseyfoundation.org

Kate Flannery from “The Office” jumps into Bed with Joan this week! On this episode, they talk about Kate being a waitress during the first season of “The Office”, Kate’s work with her lounge duo “The Lampshades“, and a few stories of nudity!

In this very exciting episode, Tichina Arnold (twitter) hops into Bed With Joan! They talk about their breasts and skin types, what it was like working with Martin Lawrence and Chris Rock, the joys, drugs, and perils of having children… and don’t worry: this one is VERY uncensored!

Ellie Kemper from “The Office” joins Joan in Bed! In this episode, they talk about Ellie’s journey to the cast of “The Office”, apologizing to kids she wronged in grade school, Joan’s secret earthquake safety tactic, and what it would be like to sleep with Helen Mirren and “Precious”.

Marc Maron, the hilarious comedian, star of the new IFC Series “Maron”, and podcasting heavyweight joins Joan in Bed this week! In this episode, they talk about Marc growing up in New Mexico, the ins and outs of bombing during a comedy act, Joan’s run for Mayor of New York, and Marc’s “sweet” reason he didn’t get cast on Saturday Night Live.

This week, Gabriel Iglesias (twitter) lounges with Joan! Gabriel, of course is a hilarious comedian, and the host of “Stand-Up Revolution” on Comedy Central. In this episode, they discuss Gabriel’s “fluffiness”, his childhood growing up with a single mother, the prejudice that existed for him in stand-up and entertainment, and the wild tales of doing a meet-and-greet after a show.

This week, Tom Green (twitter) joins Joan in Bed! They talk about how Tom was Joan’s inspiration for creating a podcast, his experience on “The Apprentice” selling wedding dresses, Tom Green’s new beer, and his credit in the invention of Planking!

“Party Rock” (specifically Redfoo from “LMFAO“) is In Bed With Joan Tonight! In this episode, they talk about the origin of the name “Redfoo” and “LMFAO”, how a gold record helped him skip college, Redfoo’s relationship with tennis player Victoria Azarenka, and his wild experiment in sensory deprivation to improve his musical skills.

Comedian Aisha Tyler (twitter) joins Joan this week! On this episode, they talk about what a typical day is like for Aisha, being “not black enough” as a comedian, going to school with Margaret Cho and her crush Sam Rockwell, and Aisha’s Podcast “Girl on Guy“, and her new book “Self Inflicted Wounds“!

This week, the always outspoken Penn Jillette (half of the illusionist duo “Penn & Teller“) joins Joan in Bed! In this episode, they talk about their appearance on “The Apprentice“, The beginnings of “Penn & Teller” and an explanation of some of the illusions they do in their show, the origins of Penn’s daughter’s name “Moxie Crimefighter”, and Penn’s patent on his “Jill Jet” hot tub female stimulator. And don’t forget to check out Penn’s podcast “Penn’s Sunday School“!

This week, Jim Rash: the Oscar Award winning screen writer and current star of “Community” joins Joan in Bed! In this episode, Jim and Joan talk about his new movie “The Way Way Back“, his experience in The Groundlings, the trouble with Chevy Chase, Jim’s life and stories from improv, and more fun! Also, don’t forget to check out Jim’s new show “The Writers Room” which premiers on The Sundance Channel on July 29th!

Comedian Howie Mandel (twitter) joins Joan this week in Bed! On this episode, they talk about Howie on “America’s Got Talent“, his 200 comedy club performances a year, finding his home in stand up comedy and spontaneity, his hilarious and prank-filled relationship with his mother, and don’t miss Howie’s new show “Deal With It” on Wednesday nights at 10:30pm on TBS!

This week, comedian Bill Engvall (Twitter / Facebook) jumps into Bed with Joan! In this episode, they chat about the tension between Bill and Jeff Foxworthy’s careers, dealing with (and sometimes confronting) critics in newspapers and social media, Bill’s thoughts on modern parenting, and don’t forget to check out Bill’s new animated series “Bounty Hunters” on CMT!

In this episode, Alyssa Milano (in her pajamas!) joins Joan in Bed! This week, they chat about Alyssa’s dyslexia, her experience at a young age in “Annie”, and then “Who’s The Boss”, why Charmed was her favorite show to work on, her new show “Mistresses”, and why the best role is yet to come!

This week, Betsy Brandt from “Breaking Bad” joins Joan in Bed! In this episode, they talk about ending Breaking Bad after five seasons, going to school to learn how to eat pickles, working with Michael J. Fox on his new sitcom, and plenty of Julia Roberts impressions.

This week, Comedian Theo Von (@TheoVon): the host of “Deal With It” on TBS and “Primetime In No Time” on Yahoo jumps into Bed with Joan! In this episode, they talk about Theo’s adventure into random text messages, his beginnings in MTV’s “Road Rules” and “Last Comic Standing”, what it was like working with the “Sham-Wow” guy, and why you shouldn’t replace shampoo with Nair.

Hey look! Lance Bass (twitter) jumps into Bed with Joan this week! In this episode, they chat about growing up gay in the South, his cosmonaut training and why he didn’t get to go to space, his obsession with yard sales and his new site Famous Yard Sale, and don’t miss Lance’s show “Dirty Pop” on Sirius XM!

This week, the very tall comedian Kevin Nealon (twitter) joins Joan in Bed! In this episode, they talk about Kevin’s audition process for Saturday Night Live, the trouble with George Steinbrenner, Kevin’s career after SNL, and Joan’s surefire way to make people cry.

This week, Carmen Electra (twitter) jumps into Bed with Joan! On this WILD episode, they chat about Carmen’s insecurities, how Prince gave her the name “Carmen Electra”, the advantages of being a “spinner”, her relationship with Prince, and a bit of heavy petting…

On this episode, the hilarious Jeff Garlin (from “Curb Your Enthusiasm” and the new sitcom “The Goldbergs“) joins Joan in Bed! In this episode, they talk about his beginnings at Second City, when he was a villain on Baywatch, why he refused to appear on Jay Leno’s show, Jeff’s podcast called “By The Way“, and don’t miss Jeff’s new show “The Goldbergs” on Tuesdays at 9pm on ABC!

This week, it’s a threesome with a power-couple: singer Jessie James (twitter) and NFL Player Eric Decker. In this episode, the trio talk about why Joan hates destination weddings, how they feel about their in-laws, what they would do if they have a hideously ugly child, when they had their first sexual encounter with each other, what it’s like to be in a relationship on their new reality show, Jessie’s secret diet, and make sure to watch “Eric & Jessie: Game On“, which premieres on Sunday, September 29 at 10pm on E!

This week, hairdressing personality Tabatha Coffey (twitter) joins Joan In Bed! In this episode, they chat about Tabatha’s mother’s strip club ownership, her breakout on Bravo’s show “Shear Genius”, when Tabatha knew she was a lesbian, how Tabatha handles businesses on her show “Tabatha Takes Over“, a meet with the In Bed With Joan with crew, and make sure to pick up Tabatha’s book “It’s Not Really About the Hair“!

This week, comedian Russell Peters (twitter) (his comedy special “Notorious” premieres on Netflix on October 14th!) joins Joan In Bed! In this episode, they discuss his working class childhood in Canada, not changing his material when performing all over the world, having old girlfriends ask for money, and getting his comedy validated by Jerry Stiller.

This week, comedian Eric Andre - @ericandre (of “The Eric Andre Show” on Adult Swim, Thursdays at 12:30am) jumps into Bed With Joan! In this episode, they talk about the taste of Eric’s feet, the beginnings of Eric’s insane style of comedy, vivid descriptions of his parents genitals, how his show is a deconstruction of talk shows, and even his relationship with Tatyana Ali. And don’t miss “The Eric Andre Show” on Adult Swim every Thursday at 12:30am!

This week, comedian Deon Cole (@deoncole) joins Joan In Bed! In this episode, they chat about Deon’s massive weight loss, how four minutes on Conan lead to a job as a writer on “The Conan O’Brien Show”, looking up to Ellen DeGeneres, and the importance of “ugly skills”.

This week, the energetic Kris Jenner joins Joan In Bed! In this episode, they chat about The Kardashian kids’ successes, Scott Disick in the role of “villian” on her show, balancing being a mom or a manager, and telling the tabloids to “sit on it and rotate”.

This week, Comedian and Twitter heavyweight Rob Delaney (@robdelaney) joins Joan In Bed! In this episode, they chat about him being the “King of Twitter”, his beginnings in Musical Theater and his turn towards Comedy, driving into a building while drunk, Michael Douglas’ oral sex habits, and how meeting Bill Cosby was like a dream.

This week, Emmy Award winning actor and writer Dan Bucatinsky joins Joan In Bed! In this episode, they talk about winning an Emmy for his guest role on ABC’s “Scandal”, playing gay while he’s gay, his book “Does This Baby Make Me Look Straight?”, and writing as a “Jewish-hypochondriac” on Gray’s Anatomy.

This week, comedian Paul Scheer (@paulscheer) jumps into Bed With Joan! In this episode, they chat about Paul’s experience as the “Head Page” on 30 Rock, “The Smallest Cock In Porn“, hiring a Jack Nicholson impersonator to be the best man at his wedding, Paul’s podcast “How Did This Get Made?” (about terrible movies), and most importantly, butt implants.

In this episode, Billy Eichner from Fuse’s “Billy On The Street” joins Joan In Bed! In this episode, they chat about when Billy came out to his parents, the difference between Meryl Streep and Glenn Close, Why Billy aspires to be Lisa Rinna, and what is strange about the rapper Nas.

This week, comedian Jen Kirkman (@JenKirkman) jumps into Bed With Joan! In this episode, they talk about Jen not wanting to have kids (as discussed in her new book), her work in “Drunk History”, why comedians are great actors, and how she knew before anyone else that George Clooney and Stacy Keibler broke up!

This week, Shiri Appleby joins Joan in Bed! In this episode, they talk about the meanings of their names, Shiri’s new baby, the beginning of Shiri’s career, and the saga of Lena Dunham’s chest.

This week, iJustine a.k.a Justine Ezarik (@iJustine) jumps into Bed with Joan! In this episode, they talk about what nationality is the hottest, how life-streaming changed her life and pushed out her roommate, the perils of having miners as family members, and Joan gets into the video game spirit by putting on some Minecraft socks!

This week, Reza Farahan from Bravo’s “Shahs of Sunset” jumps into Bed with Joan! In this episode (with glasses of wine) they chat about the specificity of Reza’s ethnicity, Reza’s biggest sale ever and who he supports with his income, how to scare people in Santa Monica, and things get a little political!

This week, Loni Love - @LoniLove (Comedian and host of “The Real”), jumps into Bed With Joan! In this episode, they talk about the trouble of making friends as a female comic, what to do when people start hitting you up for money, her book “Love Him or Leave Him“, and when to avoid shaking hands with fans.

This week, singer/songwriter Bonnie McKee (@bonniemckee) jumps into Bed With Joan! In this episode, Bonnie talks about writing for Katy Perry and Ke$ha, walking out on Chris Brown, and even having sexy dreams about Justin Bieber!

This week, comedian Paul Rodriguez jumps into Bed With Joan! In this episode, they talk about comedy that plays to Mexicans, how Paul got into comedy after getting drafted into the Army, Paul’s famous skateboarding son Paul Rodriguez Jr, and doing comedy for the prisoners in San Quentin State Prison!

This week, fashion personality George Kotsiopoulos joins Joan In Bed! In this episode, they chat about George’s rise to fame, what happens to friends when you critique their wardrobe, payola in the red carpet fashion industry, and check out George’s new book “Glamorous by George: The Key to Creating Movie Star Style“

This week, Kathy Griffin (@kathygriffin) jumps Into Bed With Joan! In part one, they chat about what’s under Kathy’s pajamas, Bruce Jenner’s plastic surgery, getting in trouble with the LGBT community, Walter Cronkite’s fetishes, and Kathy’s secret feud with Barbara Walters! Don’t forget – come back next week for part two!

In this hilarious conclusion to Episode 48, Aubrey Plaza joins Joan In Bed with Kathy Griffin! In this second part, they chat about who to have sex with to have a better career in Hollywood, when Aubrey got a stroke in college, and the pleasures of getting arrested.

This week, Jeff Ross (@realjeffreyross) joins Joan In Bed! In this episode, they chat about Jeff being the “Great Roastmaster” and making Bea Arthur cry, Jeff’s beginnings in stand up comedy, his addiction to Twitter, why pain makes you prepared for show business, and don’t miss Jeff’s new show “The Burn” on Comedy Central!

This week, Chris Hardwick (@nerdist - The Nerdist himself!) jumps into Bed With Joan! In this episode, they chat about Chris’ “Nerdist” media empire, writing comedy when you’re too busy to, making death funny, and Joan getting to go back on The Tonight Show!

This week, Michaela Watkins from ABC’s “Trophy Wife” joins Joan in Bed! In this episode, watch how Joan reminisces about a her weekend spent with Kim and Kanye (check out the video thumbnail)! Michaela and Joan chat about Michaela’s busy career, getting out of Syracuse, getting fired from SNL, and some of Michaela’s favorite people to work with! And don’t forget to watch Michaela in “Trophy Wife”, Tuesdays at 9:30pm on ABC!

This week, Bob Saget (@bobsaget) joins Joan In Bed! In this episode, they chat about Bob being a dirty-but-nice guy, being inspired by Charlie Chaplin and other legendary comics, screening videos for “America’s Funniest Home Videos”, and don’t forget to check out Bob’s new book “Dirty Daddy“!

This week, Patti Stanger – @pattistanger (of Bravo’s “The Millionaire Matchmaker”) jumps Into Bed With Joan! In this episode, they chat about some of Patti’s worst clients, the particulars of the wants of men and women, why Patti hasn’t gotten married yet, and why Joan had trouble as Melissa’s own matchmaker!

This week, Jenna Marbles (@Jenna_Marbles) jumps Into Bed With Joan! In this episode, they chat about why Jenna’s normal last name ruined her mom, the beginnings of her breakout YouTube channel, her Masters Degree in Sports Psychology and Counseling, and Jenna’s “FACE”.

This week, Lennon Parham & Jessica St. Clair (the creators and stars of “Playing House” on USA Network) jump In Bed With Joan! In this episode, they chat about the terrors of childbirth, making it in New York with The UCB Theatre, the triumph of selling 2 shows together, and watch their new show “Playing House” on USA Network, Tuesdays at 10pm!

This week, Internet Celebrities King Bach (@KingBach) and Bart Baker (@BartBaker) jump into bed with Joan! In this episode, they all chat about their beginnings in online video, the comedy power of 6 seconds on Vine, and their work with song parodies!

This week, Greg Fitzsimmons (@GregFitzShow) joins Joan In Bed! In this episode, they talk about being a “comic’s comic”, Greg’s four Emmys for working on “Ellen”, dealing with hecklers, and check out Greg’s book “Dear Mrs. Fitzsimmons”!

This week, Mamrie Hart (From “You Deserve A Drink” and “Mametown” on Youtube) jumps In Bed With Joan! In this episode, they chat about Mamrie’s fake eulogies for celebrities, using Visine to get back at bar customers, and her band “Cudzoo And The Faggettes”!

This week, Comedian Tom Papa (@tompapa) joins Joan In Bed! In this episode, they chat about being busy as a comedian, developing a network show from a single TV appearance, the trails and tribulations of “The Marriage Ref”, and don’t miss his new show “Duck Quacks Don’t Echo” on NatGeo!

This week, Hannah Hart (@harto) From “My Drunk Kitchen” jumps In Bed With Joan! In this episode, they talk about the wasteland of Los Angeles, getting a college degree in Japanese and Japanese lesbians, the process of creating an episode of “My Drunk Kitchen”, and don’t miss Hannah’s new My Drunk Kitchen book, coming this August!

This week, Jason Biggs jumps In Bed With Joan! In this episode, they chat about getting started as a child actor and the theater, getting recognized from “American Pie”, and how “Orange Is The New Black” changed his life!

This week, Meghan McCain jumps In Bed With Joan! In this episode, they chat about her years in formal education, her dating life, being the political Chelsea Handler, and don’t miss her show “Take Part Live” on Pivot.tv!

This week, TJ Miller (@nottjmiller) joins Joan In Bed! In this episode, they chat about their beginnings in Second City, how oatmeal changed his career, and make sure to watch TJ on “Silicon Valley” on HBO!

This week, Derek Waters, comedian and creator of Comedy Central’s “Drunk History”, jumps In Bed With Joan! In this episode, they chat about the beginnings of “Drunk History”, apologizing for jokes, growing up in Baltimore, wanting to be Chris Farley, and make sure to check out “Drunk History” on Comedy Central, Tuesdays at 10pm!

This week, Scott Aukerman from Comedy Bang! Bang! on IFC jumps In Bed With Joan! In this episode, they chat about Scott’s beginnings in writing, writing comedy for President Obama, the trouble with working with Justin Bieber, and one of the meanest April Fools Jokes ever!

This week, comedian Brett Gelman joins Joan In Bed! In this episode, they chat about Brett working with the Upright Citizen’s Brigade Theater, Brett’s funny work as “Mr. Celebrity”, Brett’s Bar Mitzvah headshot of Joan Rivers, and tune into Brett on “Married” on FX, premiering July 17th at 10pm!

This week, comedian Grace Helbig of “ItsGrace” on YouTube (@gracehelbig) jumps In Bed With Joan! In this episode, they chat about Grace being a semi-finalist for Miss New Jersey, getting inspiration for daily videos (or the honesty of not being inspired), keeping Grace’s private life private, and doing “The No Filter Show” and “Camp Takota” with Mamrie Hart and Hannah Hart!

This week, comedian and Vine star Brittany Furlan jumps In Bed With Joan! In this episode, they chat about how she lost her virginity, getting her first TV gig on “Reality Hell”, her rise to fame on the Vine app, and her adventures and scandals at the Daytime Emmys!

This week, Candace Cameron Bure (@candacecbure) joins Joan In Bed! In this episode, they chat about Candice’s sitcom upbringing, her three kids, The Olsen Twins, getting married at 20 to a professional hockey player, and her experience on Dancing With The Stars!

This week, Tyler Oakley (@tyleroakley) joins Joan In Bed! In this episode, they chat about defining what it is to be an internet celebrity, coming out at a young age, telling President Obama he had a cute desk, and his obsession with One Direction!

This week, the fabulous Bianca Del Rio jumps Into Bed With Joan! In this episode, they chat about Bianca winning RuPaul’s “Drag Race”, how to deal with haters, the wonderful divas of Broadway, and don’t miss Bianca’s “Rolodex of Hate Comedy Show”, touring nationwide!

This week, LeAnn Rimes (@leannrimes) and Eddie Cibrian jump In Bed With Joan! In this episode, they chat about her beginnings on Star Search, being a child star, LeAnn’s new album, and don’t miss LeAnn and Eddie’s new reality show on VH1!