The Three Questions with Andy Richter

By Team Coco & Earwolf

Comedy

What's The Three Questions with Andy Richter about?

Host Andy Richter asks the same three questions to each guest: Where do you come from? Where are you going? What have you learned? These three simple questions, when answered honestly and thoughtfully, are enough to provide a pretty complete picture of who a person is. The answers are what Andy always wants to know about people. This will not be a one-sided process, as Andy won’t shy away from getting personal himself.

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Dave Hill

12.05.2023

Comedian and writer Dave Hill joins Andy Richter to discuss his experience playing hockey in Kenya, out-shredding John Mayer on TikTok, the power of delusional confidence, and his new book, “The Awesome Game: One Man's Incredible, Globe-Crushing Hockey Odyssey.”

The Three Questions with Andy Richter episodes:

12.05.2023 Dave Hill Comedian and writer Dave Hill joins Andy Richter to discuss his experience playing hockey in Kenya, out-shredding John Mayer on TikTok, the power of delusional confidence, and his new book, “The Awesome Game: One Man's Incredible, Globe-Crushing Hockey Odyssey.”
11.28.2023 Laurie Kilmartin Comedian and former “CONAN” writer Laurie Kilmartin joins Andy Richter to discuss her path to CONAN, the true purpose of the late night monologue, tweeting through tragedy, her upcoming comedy special, and much more.
11.21.2023 Joe Pera Joe Pera joins Andy Richter to discuss his new comedy special, “Slow & Steady,” the jokes that don’t fit into his set, why he loves casting non-performers, his future as a filmmaker, and much more.
11.14.2023 José Andrés Chef and humanitarian José Andrés joins Andy Richter to discuss his new graphic novel, “Feeding Dangerously,” the one time he had to use the Heimlich maneuver at an NBA game, choosing between acting school and cooking school, bringing Spanish food ...
11.07.2023 Isaac Mizrahi Fashion designer, actor, and podcast host Isaac Mizrahi joins Andy Richter to discuss Isaac's new collaboration with Selma Blair, starting a fashion label as a teenager, Meryl Streep’s airplane disappearing act, and his podcast, “Hello Isaac.”
10.31.2023 Todd Barry Comedian Todd Barry joins Andy Richter to discuss the rise of crowd work, his first appearance on Late Night with Conan O’Brien, his early passion for drumming, and his new comedy special, “Todd Barry: Domestic Shorthair.”
10.24.2023 Gary Gulman Comedian Gary Gulman joins Andy Richter to discuss his college football experience, living with depression, the genius of Chris Elliott, and his new book, “Misfit: Growing Up Awkward in the '80s.”
10.17.2023 Rachel Maddow Rachel Maddow joins Andy Richter to discuss her MSNBC show's switch to a weekly format, the importance of anti-corruption laws, her love of ice-fishing, and her new book, “Prequel: An American Fight Against Fascism.”
10.10.2023 James Ellroy Legendary author James Ellroy joins Andy Richter to discuss his “smog-bound fatherland” of Los Angeles, the tragic loss of his mother, his writing process, and his new novel, The Enchanters!
10.03.2023 Edi Patterson Edi Patterson (HBO’s The Righteous Gemstones) joins Andy Richter to discuss improv comedy, growing up in Texas, the great Danny McBride, and much more.
09.26.2023 Josh Gad Josh Gad joins Andy Richter to discuss his new Broadway show, "Gutenburg! The Musical!," fatherhood, the next phase of his career, anxiety, and much more.
09.19.2023 Jonathan Van Ness Jonathan Van Ness joins Andy Richter to discuss his path to Queer Eye, their shared Illinois heritage, sustainable haircare, TV stars vs. movie stars, and much more.
09.12.2023 Steve Albini Legendary punk musician, producer, and engineer Steve Albini joins Andy Richter to discuss his love for the city of Chicago, the differences between comedy and music, sticking to your principles, wildfire research, and much more.
09.05.2023 Tommy Blacha Tommy Blacha (Adult Swim, Late Night) joins Andy Richter to discuss his time as Andy's roommate in Chicago, working in the Late Night writer’s room, watching Andy get fake-murdered by John Wayne Gacy on television, and much more.
08.29.2023 D'Arcy Carden D’Arcy Carden joins Andy Richter to discuss falling in love with comedy, their support of the ongoing SAG strike, the secret to good scrambled eggs, actors at the picket line, and more.
08.22.2023 James Austin Johnson James Austin Johnson joins Andy Richter to discuss the importance of exploring interests outside of comedy, the "Television Show featuring James Austin Johnson and Others,” the difference between an impression and an impersonation, setting goals, and more.
08.15.2023 Stephen Malkmus Stephen Malkmus joins Andy Richter to discuss Pavement’s latest reunion, fatherhood, 1980’s radio rock, the high school suspension that won’t leave Stephen’s Wikipedia page, and much more. This episode was recorded on June 15, 2023.
08.08.2023 Andrew Rannells Andrew Rannells joins Andy Richter to discuss re-uniting with Josh Gad on Broadway for “Guttenburg! The Musical,” the art of the water-bottle tour, running into Adam Devine in Omaha, Andrew’s new book “Uncle of the Year,” and more. This episode ...
08.01.2023 Murray Hill Murray Hill (HBO's Somebody Somewhere, Hulu's Drag Me to Dinner) joins Andy Richter to discuss the road to becoming Mr. Showbiz, the 1990s drag scene, the joys of old-school variety shows, self-discovery through performance, and much more. Recorded on June ...
07.25.2023 Ronda Rousey Ronda Rousey joins Andy Richter to discuss their shared experience participating in the reality show “Stars on Mars,” her love for the WWE, Ronda’s world champion mother, making time for family, and much more. This episode was recorded on July ...
07.18.2023 Johnny Knoxville Johnny Knoxville joins Andy Richter to discuss the colorful characters of Johnny’s childhood in Tennessee, why Johnny chose to do “Jackass” stunts on MTV instead of “Saturday Night Live,” finding your motivation through parenthood, and the new unscripted comedy series, ...
07.11.2023 Ken Marino Ken Marino joins Andy Richter to discuss the new seasons of “Party Down” and “The Other Two,” his sentimental relationship with porta-potties, the formation of The State comedy group, playing “panicky idiots,” his upcoming project with Shonda Rhimes, and much ...
07.04.2023 Adam DeVine Adam DeVine joins Andy Richter to discuss the long road to “Workaholics,” the accident that led to his comedy career, his upcoming Netflix feature “The Out-Laws,” and how “Pitch Perfect” changed his life (and why he almost didn’t do it).
06.27.2023 Joe Maddon Former baseball manager, coach, and player Joe Maddon (author of "The Book of Joe: Trying Not to Suck at Baseball and Life") talks about bringing Andy's Chicago Cubs a much-needed championship, his love for the road, finding his way to ...
06.20.2023 Jon Glaser Jon Glaser (Parks & Rec, Adult Swim) joins Andy Richter to discuss their time working together at Late Night with Conan O'Brien, why Jon loves playing assholes, the joys of trail running, the Detroit Bad Boys, and much more.
06.13.2023 Fred Armisen The “deeply intellectual” Fred Armisen joins Andy Richter to discuss his unconventional path to Saturday Night Live, the joys of coal mining, the secret to a good Portlandia sketch, his future in medical equipment design (seriously!), and much more.
06.06.2023 Susanna Hoffs of The Bangles Singer, songwriter, and author Susanna Hoffs joins Andy Richter to discuss her work in the legendary pop rock band The Bangles, the recent release of her debut novel, growing up in 1960’s Hollywood, and much more.
05.30.2023 Stacey Abrams Stacey Abrams joins Andy Richter to discuss the path that led to her historic campaigns in Georgia, why she identifies as an introvert, pursuing the good fight, her love of fiction writing, and much more.
05.23.2023 Jesse Tyler Ferguson Jesse Tyler Ferguson (Modern Family) joins Andy Richter to discuss his Tony win, fatherhood, his role in “Cocaine Bear,” his new podcast "Dinner's on Me," and much more.
05.16.2023 Glenn Howerton Glenn Howerton (It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia) joins Andy Richter to discuss the early days of Always Sunny, finding the people that make you feel funnier, his start as a drama student, and much more.
05.09.2023 Jason Alexander Jason Alexander (Seinfeld) joins Andy Richter to discuss how a trip to magic camp as a young boy changed his career path forever, finding his place in theater, the joys of being a grandfather, and his new podcast, “Really? No, ...
05.02.2023 Tony Dokoupil Tony Dokoupil (CBS Sunday Morning) joins Andy Richter to discuss his father's career as a weed dealer, accidentally catfishing Andy, learning the ropes of broadcast news on air, and much more.
04.25.2023 Nathan Lane Legendary Broadway and film star Nathan Lane joins Andy Richter to discuss his role in the new film “Beau is Afraid,” the reviews that stick with him, finding romance in a loaf of bread, and much more.
04.18.2023 Zoe Lister-Jones Zoe Lister-Jones (Beau is Afraid, Slip) joins Andy Richter to discuss her new series "Slip" on Roku, LA vs NYC, learning from David Mamet, working with Jon Glaser, and much more.
04.11.2023 Tony Hawk Tony Hawk joins Andy Richter to discuss the evolution of skateboarding culture, what he learned from his serious femur injury, unexpectedly completing the first documented 900, the HBO documentary about his life, and more.
04.04.2023 Randall Park Randall Park (Fresh Off the Boat, Always Be My Maybe) joins Andy Richter to discuss his “try everything” philosophy, working with the brilliant Ali Wong, his feature directorial debut “Shortcomings,” and much more.
03.28.2023 Billy Gardell Billy Gardell (Mike & Molly, Bob Hearts Abishola) joins Andy Richter to discuss comedy, sobriety, their encounters outside the Warner Bros. studio gym, Billy’s health journey, and much more.
03.21.2023 John Hodgman John Hodgman joins Andy Richter to discuss dabbling in demonology, the importance of feedback, why Mr. Peanut is so terrifying, the joys of being an only child, and his role in the new Hulu musical romantic comedy series "Up Here."
03.14.2023 Clea DuVall Clea DuVall (Veep, Poker Face) joins Andy Richter to discuss her on-set "film school" experience, her heart-warming friendship with Natasha Lyonne, the struggle of directing yourself, the new season of her animated show “House Broken,” and much more.
03.07.2023 Martha Kelly Martha Kelly (Euphoria, Baskets) joins Andy Richter to discuss reluctantly becoming a successful actress, the fantasy of small-time living, her sobriety journey, and much more.
02.28.2023 Vanessa Bayer Vanessa Bayer joins Andy Richter to discuss interning for Conan, the advantages of having a cool older brother, the fat-free snack that releases your bowels, her great show "I Love That for You," and more.
02.21.2023 Henry Winkler (Re-Release) (Re-Released from May 2022) Henry Winkler joins Andy Richter to talk about booking Happy Days, life after Fonzie, not letting fame get to you, Barry on HBO, and more!
02.14.2023 Kristen Bell (Re-Release) (Re-released from February 2022) Kristen Bell joins Andy Richter to talk about being open and honest about her personal life, hustling to achieve her goals, keeping a growth mindset, and more.
02.07.2023 Ben Schwartz (Re-Release) (Re-released from January 2022) Ben Schwartz (Sonic the Hedgehog, Parks and Recreation) joins Andy Richter to talk about getting started in comedy, freelance joke writing for Letterman and Weekend Update, having a strong work ethic and more.
01.31.2023 Sona Movsesian (Re-Release) (Re-released from May 2022) Sona Movsesian joins Andy Richter to talk about growing up Armenian, wanting to work in TV, being Conan O’Brien’s assistant, and more!
01.24.2023 Ellie Kemper Ellie Kemper (The Office, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt) joins Andy Richter to discuss growing up in the Midwest, her dream job, the chaos of New York City, and much more.
01.17.2023 Rhett Miller Musician/writer Rhett Miller joins Andy Richter to discuss thirty years with Old 97's, the delicate balance of art and business, sending your kids off to college, and more.
01.10.2023 Jay Chandrasekhar Jay Chandrasekhar (Super Troopers) joins Andy Richter to discuss reluctantly starting a sketch troupe, creating your own opportunities, getting into the tech business, and much more.
01.03.2023 H. Jon Benjamin H. Jon Benjamin (Bob's Burgers, Archer) joins Andy Richter to discuss his winding path to comedy, messing with execs, why he stopped doing bits on Late Night, and much more.
12.27.2022 The Sklar Brothers Randy and Jason Sklar join Andy Richter to discuss the marriage of sports and comedy, finding their scene(s), going to the same college as your twin, and much more.

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