This episode of Irritable Dad Syndrome welcomes special guest Mark Malkoff, host of the Inside Late Night podcast and creator of the long-running Carson Podcast, a show dedicated to the legacy of Johnny Carson and the golden era of late night television.

Mark shares behind-the-scenes stories from interviewing over 400 people connected to The Tonight Show, Saturday Night Live, David Letterman, Conan O’Brien, and other legends of late night comedy. The conversation dives into what it takes to research and host deep-dive interviews, how Mark landed high-profile guests early in his podcasting journey, and why Johnny Carson’s influence on modern comedy is still massive.

Mike and Darin also talk with Mark about:

• Podcasting research and interview preparation
• Comedy history and late night television culture
• Johnny Carson’s impact on stand-up comedy
• Interviewing celebrities and comedy legends
• How podcasting can uncover forgotten entertainment stories

If you enjoy comedy podcasts, entertainment history, late night TV, or behind-the-scenes stories from the world of stand-up and talk shows, this episode is a must-listen.

We were thrilled to have Mark on the show. Order his book now at www.markmalkoff.com

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