Stand Up World #103: Aaron Berg — The Best Stand-Up Special in Years

Stand Up World is back with comedian Aaron Berg, whose new stand-up special is one of the best comedy specials to come out in years. Host Mike Binder sits down with Aaron — who he recently met in New York — for a wide-ranging conversation covering stand-up comedy, acting, philosophy, and life on the road. Aaron Berg is a Toronto-born, NYC-based comedian and actor known for his dark, dirty, and unapologetically funny style. A philosophy major turned road comic, Aaron got his start at Yuk Yuk's in Canada before becoming a headlining stand-up in New York City. His acting credits include Boondock Saints II, Detroit Rock City, and The Kitchen alongside Melissa McCarthy, and he's made appearances on Comedy Central's This Is Not Happening and Roast Battle.

In this episode, Mike and Aaron talk about:

• Aaron's brand-new 30-minute stand-up special
• Growing up and spending time at Algonquin Park
• Going from a philosophy major to a career in comedy
• Balancing stand-up comedy with a busy acting career
• Life as a touring comedian and podcast host

If you love stand-up comedy podcasts, comedian interviews, and behind-the-scenes conversations with working comics and actors, this episode of Stand Up World is for you.

Five underrated comedians you need to know — Dave Landau, Cristina Mariani, Sam Tripoli, Vinny Fasline, and Owen Smith bring their best stand-up clips to Stand Up World with Mike Binder. Mike talks about and plays clips for five comics that he currently thinks are great.

a fun episode with Aaron Weber from the Nateland podcast and a regular at Zanies in Nashville, one of the best comedy clubs in the country. Enjoy this one. It's a fun one.

Mike has some strong words with Jesus. Comedian Jesus Sepulveda. One of the hottests new comics on the scene today. This is a fun one. Enjoy!!

New York comic, Matt Ruby is the guest this week, talking about his clever new special, BOLO!

Mike talks to his buddy, Comedian and promoter Jimmy Shin about his new 800 Pound Gorilla special WOK THIS WAY, and the stand up shows he produces around the country.

Katherine Blanford joins Mike as his first in studio guest!

Check out her new special, Catholic Cowgirl: https://youtu.be/H35bMrQLI5o?si=HL9ZnCaPdTyOxC7f

Mike welcomes Jeff Dye to the podcast

Check out his new special, The Last Cowboy in LA

Mike welcomes The Dark Queen, Adrienne Iapalucci to the podcast