On this week's episode of The Joy Podcast, Craig sits down for a pleasant chat with his old friend and acclaimed author, Salman Rushdie. The friends catch up and talk about Salman's new book, The Eleventh Hour: A Quintet of Stories which is available today wherever you get your books. The conversation is not only about Salman's book, but the two discuss art, philosophy, religion, and even the art of humor. It's a breezy hour of two friends and book fans catching up and we're just hanging out watching it. 

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About the Joy Podcast Storied late-night talk host Craig Ferguson brings his interview talents and singular world view to a discussion of the modern state of JOY, sitting down with notable guests from the worlds of entertainment, science, government, and more. How's our Joy doing? Bridled? On life support? Where do we find joy in a world that seems by any rational measure to be collapsing around us?

After spending some time in Texas, Craig has made his way to Arizona. Why? Well because he's going to his first ever Monster Truck Rally. Last week it was his first rodeo, this week MONSTER TRUCKS!

So, brew your cuppa and tune in for the guest this week, which is you. Time for some tweets and emails.

Have a question for Craig? Drop him an email at craigfergusonpodcast@gmail.com, send him a message on social media, or drop a comment below.

Craig is also on the road. Dates and tickets can be found here https://www.thecraigfergusonshow.com/tour

Meet Lisa Ammerman, a Peabody Award-winning producer, journalist, and media executive. She was the Senior Producer of The Late Late Show and it was great to catch up and go down the memory lane of the Late night days! She has produced television for CBS, NBC, and PBS, as well as developed and produced podcasts for clients such as Audible, Wondery, iHeart, Disney Music, Universal Music Group, Microsoft, and Sony. She co-founded the award-winning, independent podcast company Treefort Media in 2018 and prior to that, she originated the role of Vice President, Talent Booking at CBS Entertainment. EnJOY!

Meet Craig's long time friend Mike Massimino. He served as a NASA Astronaut from 1996 until 2014, flew in space twice and became the first human to tweet from space. His new book titled Moonshot: A NASA Astronaut's Guide to Achieving the Impossible is available here: https://shorturl.at/uwGKR or anywhere you get your books. EnJOY! 

Rita Wilson, an American actress, singer, and producer. Listen to Craig & Rita talk about religion, Rita's family history and her home town of Los Angeles. EnJOY! 

eet Craig's dear friend Kathy Kinney. She is an American actress, voice actress, and comedian. In the late 1990s she starred in the sitcom The Drew Carey Show as Mimi Bobeck, the outrageously made-up, flamboyantly vulgar, and vindictive nemesis of Drew Carey. This is a good one. EnJOY!

The greatest Tom Papa is on this week's episode of JOY. Judd Apatow said it the best: "Tom Papa isn't just one of our most hilarious comic minds, he is also a big-hearted observer of the human condition." Listen to Craig and Tom simply having a great time hanging out together. EnJOY!

Meet Kimbal Musk, he is a restaurateur, chief, and entrepreneur. In this first ever field trip episode of Joy, Craig visits Kimbal at his house in Colorado and Kimbal makes him his famous & very delicious scrambled eggs. They talk about food, culture and Burning Man! Kimbal's new book titled "The Kitchen Cookbook: Cooking for Your Community" is out on March 12th, 2023 and you can pre-order it now on Amazon here: https://shorturl.at/bh167 EnJOY!

In Craig's words: "Welcome to Pete Holmes. Comedian and philosopher. We talk about God quite a bit so be prepared to disagree and be annoyed or perhaps to agree and be pleased or maybe even all of these things at the same time with a few chuckles thrown in. EnJoy." Pete's brand new stand special called I AM NOT FOR EVERYONE is available on Netflix now! Go watch it!

This week on JOY, Craig's dear friend Adriana Trigiani. Adriana is The New York Times best selling author of 20 books in fiction and nonfiction, award-winning filmmaker, and host of the blockbuster Facebook Live show, "Adriana Ink". She now hosts the "You Are What You Read" podcast, deep, surprising, and humorous conversations with the great cultural figures of our time about the books that built their souls. EnJOY.

This week on Joy, Lewis Black, in Craig's own words "One of America's best and crankiest comedians". Craig and Lewis passionately discuss joy, comedy, culture and much more. Give it a listen and see for yourself what level of cranky they reach. EnJOY!

On this week's episode, Craig talks to his friend of many years - Kathie Lee Gifford - an American legend who needs no introduction. Kathie highlights her views on Jesus, faith, and shares several Regis Philbin stories. This is part 2 of a two-part interview. enJOY!

Meet David Itzkoff, an American journalist, writer and former cultural reporter for the New York Times. If you would like to catch up on everything culture, this is the episode for you! Don't miss David's books Cocaine's Son: A memoir and Robin, a biography of Robin Williams and many others. EnJOY! 

Meet Carrot Top, the recognizable comedian, actor, and prominent figure in pop culture for the past 30 years. He has had a residency comedy show at the Luxor Hotel in Las Vegas since 2005, where you can witness the comedic spectacle of the King of Props, who seamlessly blends pop culture, music, and the day's headlines into an ever-evolving, laughter-filled show. I hope you enJOY!

This week Craig sits down with one of his long time friends Shirley Manson, the lead singer of the American alternative rock band Garbage. They talk about touring experiences, culture, music and much more. This is a Glasgow vs Edinburgh episode. enJOY!

On This Week's Episode, Craig talks to William Villanova, the funeral director of 30 years who is the President of Frank E. Campbell – The Funeral Chapel in New York City. A leader in his profession, he has dedicated his career to mentoring people from all walks of life throughout their careers. William is well known for implementing and promoting the highest standards in funeral service. This one goes deep, EnJOY! 

On this week's episode, Craig chats with his long-time friend and "The Drew Carey Show" co-star, Diedrich Bader. To quote Craig: "Diedrich Bader, a great actor who has been in everything you've ever liked!" He is best known for his roles in Veep, Better Things, American Housewife, The Beverly Hillbillies, Napoleon Dynamite and many, many others. EnJOY!

This week on JOY, we have one of Craig's classiest friends, the beloved American actress Wendie Malick.  Wendie, amongst other things, is the voice of Beatrice Horseman, the mother of BoJack on Netflix's animated psychological comedy/drama, BoJack Horseman. Listen to these two catch up with one another and talk life, work and so much more. enJOY!

Josh Robert Thompson, a comedic genius who, amongst other things, was the voice and personality behind Geoff Peterson, "the greatest side kick in late night television history." Listen to two good friends catch up and reminisce about the "Late Late Show" days, and much, much more! EnJOY!

This week on JOY, Craig's "bestie friend," Angela Kinsey, stops by! Angela is a star on the hit TV show The Office (US), and co-hosts the successful podcast "Office Ladies" with co-star Jenna Fisher, focusing on the ultimate Office re-watch. Additionally, Craig and Angela discuss her talent as an exceptional tennis player. This is a fun one - enJOY!

Tony Hawk is the #1 ambassador of skateboarding, a man who is, by definition, bigger than his sport. Now in his fifties, Tony is still pushing the boundaries of skating and continuing to invent new tricks, while his foundation, The Skatepark Project, has helped to build over 700 skateparks worldwide. Tony's first skate deck is currently on display at the Smithsonian, and this unstoppable skater isn't showing any signs of slowing down… even after a major leg injury. Tony talks to Craig about the pure passion of his craft, landing the first 900 while competing, the success of the Tony Hawk's Pro Skater video game franchise, and much more. Until the wheels fall off, enJOY! 

On this week's episode, Craig talks to his friend of many years - Kathie Lee Gifford - an American legend who needs no introduction. Kathie shares the emotionally compelling story of her run-ins with Howard Stern, expresses her love for Craig and Ricky Gervais (her two favorite comedians), and highlights her views on Jesus, faith, and science (along with how each comes together in her everyday life). This is part 1 of a two-part interview - look for part 2 to be released in a future upcoming episode. enJOY!

The first episode of Craig Ferguson's brand new podcast "JOY" brings you a conversation with one of the biggest comedians in the world: the legendary Gabriel "Fluffy" Iglesias!  Craig and Fluffy discuss what it's like performing stand-up in a stadium, Fluffy's collection of vintage Volkswagen vans, and how it is for him to still be living in his home town of Long Beach, CA after becoming a household name. enJOY!

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Meet Jim Jefferies, a wonderful comedian, actor, and writer. You may know him from FX sitcom Legit, the Comedy Central late-night show The Jim Jefferies Show, and The 1% Club. At the 2019 Just for Laughs festival, he was honored as Stand-up Comedian of the Year. Be sure to check out his podcast At This Moment and watch his new special Two Limb Policy out now on Netflix! EnJOY!

Meet Lawrence Block, American crime writer best known for two long-running New York-set series about the recovering alcoholic P.I. Matthew Scudder and the gentleman burglar Bernie Rhodenbarr. Block was named a Grand Master by the Mystery Writers of America in 1994. We had a lovely conversation and I hope you enJOY!

Meet Lynne Koplitz, a talented comedian and actress. You may know her from Change of Heart, How to Boil Water, Life and Syle, or Later. She's performed standup around the world and has appeared on a number of Comedy Central specials, including Premium Blend and Comedy Central Presents. Her stand up special Hormonal Beast is available to stream on Netflix. I hope you enJOY our conversation!

Meet Gino Filippone - a luxury real estate agent in New York City. He's a member of The Corcoran Group and was just included as one of the top 25 real estate agents for sales in Manhattan. EnJOY!

Meet Keith Robinson, stand-up comedian and actor. You may recognize him from The Wanda Sykes Show, the podcast 3 Girls 1 Keith, as well as a wide variety of comedy and late night shows. For more from Keith, watch his special Different Strokes on Netflix.

Meet Adriana Trigiani, best-selling author of eighteen books, playwright, television writer/producer, film director/screenwriter/producer, and entrepreneur. She's published a book every single year since 2000 and her work has been published in thirty-eight languages around the world. Her most recent novel, The View From Lake Como, is out now. EnJOY!

Meet Jim Rash - actor, comedian, screenwriter, and filmmaker. You may recognize him as his role as Dean Craig Pelton on Community, a role which he was nominated for at the Critics' Choice Television Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series in 2012. He co-wrote The Descendants (2011), for which he received the Academy Award, Independent Spirit Award, and Writers Guild of America Award for Best Adapted Screenplay. We had an absolutely wonderful conversation and I hope you enJOY!

Meet Jordan Klepper, Emmy-nominated comedian and Co-Host and Contributor of The Daily Show. You can watch his special Jordan Klepper Fingers The Pulse: MAGA: The Next Generation HERE or on Paramount+. EnJOY! Recorded at Kid Super HQ in Brooklyn, NY

Craig is on the road in Texas and that's where you will find him this week for some more coffee time and him answering all your burning questions. 

Shout out to Jacob and Austin at Elm Street Tattoo shop www.elmstreettattoo.com for giving Craig and KT their tattoos. 

Check them out. 
Austin Gervais @austingervaistattoo
Jacob Young @jacobyoungtattoo 

Have a question for Craig? Drop him an email at craigfergusonpodcast@gmail.com, send him a message on social media, or drop a comment below.

Craig is also on the road. Dates and tickets can be found here https://www.thecraigfergusonshow.com/tour

Meet Hasan Minhaj: actor, producer, writer, comedian, and television host. You may recognize him from his political television show Patriot Act, as a correspondent on The Daily Show, or his stand up specials Off With His Head and The King's Jester. Keep up with Hasan on his podcast Hasan Minhaj Doesn't Know! I hope you enJOY!

Recorded at Kid Super HQ in Brooklyn, NY

This episode was originally published on September 12, 2023. On this week's episode, Craig chats with his long-time friend and "The Drew Carey Show" co-star, Diedrich Bader. To quote Craig: "Diedrich Bader, a great actor who has been in everything you've ever liked!" He is best known for his roles in Veep, Better Things, American Housewife, The Beverly Hillbillies, Napoleon Dynamite and many, many others. EnJOY!

This episode originally was released on November 28, 2023. Rita Wilson, an American actress, singer, and producer. Listen to Craig & Rita talk about religion, Rita's family history, and her home town of Los Angeles. EnJOY!

This episode originally was released on December 12, 2023. Jay Leno needs no introduction. He is one of the greats, comedian, long time host of The Tonight Show on NBC and mainly a car enthusiast! Craig and Jay are friends and it shows in their conversation. Tune into a fun hour of jokes, stories and much more. This one is for the books. enJOY!

Meet Jon Lovitz, acclaimed actor and comedian. You may know him from Saturday Night Live, The Critic, A League of Their Own, or his many appearances across film and TV. Jon has also appeared on Broadway at the Music Box Theatre in Neil Simon's play "The Dinner Party",  taking over the lead role from Henry Winkler. He has sung at Carnegie Hall three times and performed the National Anthem at Dodger Stadium and the U.S. Open. Please enJOY my conversation with Jon!

Dr. Maija Cheung is currently a surgeon at Yale University and the Chief Medical Officer for Kids Operating Room – the world's leading children's surgery charity. During her residency at Yale, she started working with group that would become Kids Operating Room (KidsOR). She became the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) for KidsOR in December 2023 as well as the CMO for the KidsOR commercial subsidiary Global Hospital which develops healthcare infrastructure and solar powered solutions in low-resource settings with all profit going to KidsOR to create capacity for children's surgery around the world. Dr. Cheung has spearheaded numerous projects aimed at improving healthcare infrastructure, increasing training opportunities for the health workforce, and promoting access to care in underserved areas. She's currently working on two major projects as a part of her work to build operating rooms for children in Ukraine and a collaboration with NASA and American Oxygen to develop new technology for providing oxygen in low resource settings around the world. I hope you learn something new and enJOY!

Meet Paulina Porizkova, a Swedish-American model, actress, and author. She's has an illustrious career on magazine covers, as the face of numerous brands, and as an advocate for women. I had an amazing time catching up with her, and I hope you enJOY!

The wonderful Dr. Cerf is back again! He is one of the world's top thoracic surgeons and his peers have voted him one of America's Best Doctors. EnJOY this conversation between Dr. Cerf and Craig! 

Meet Moshe Kasher, a comedian, writer, actor, and podcast host. You may know him from his books, including his memoir Subculture Vulture and Kasher in the Rye. He has written for various TV shows and movies, including HBO's Betty, Comedy Central's roasts and Another Period, Zoolander 2, Wet Hot American Summer, and many more. His Netflix specials include Moshe Kasher: Live in Oakland and The Honeymoon Stand Up Special. He co-hosts The Endless Honeymoon podcast with his wife, Natasha Leggero. Catch him live on tour as well! I hope you enJOY!

Meet Jen Statsky, television writer and comedian. She is the co-showrunner and co-creator of Hacks, for which she has received Emmys, WGA Awards, and a Peabody Award. She's also written on Parks and Recreation, Broad City, Lady Dynamite, and The Good Place. The fourth season of Hacks just started airing this past week. I hope you enJOY!

Since we last checked in Craig has traveled to the West Coast for some tour dates. As it appears to become a tradition, he sat down to answer some fan questions. From saying the wrong thing, passive aggressive A.I., white whales, or classic cars, Craig runs it all down for us.

Meet Adam Carolla, radio personality, comedian, actor and podcaster. You probably know him from his podcast/talk show The Adam Carolla Show as well as his show Loveline with Dr. Drew. I hope you enJOY!

Meet Fortune Feimster, an amazing comedian, actress, and writer. You may recognize her from her recent Netflix stand-up special, Crushing It, or her work on The Mindy Project, The L Word: Generation Q, and FUBAR. She also has a podcast called Handsome with fellow comedians Mae Martin and Tig Notaro. I hope you enJOY!

Meet Cesar Millan, dog trainer, tv star, and best selling author. He's impacted the lives of dogs and dog owners all over the world through his television show Dog Whisperer, his educational endeavors, his dog training center, and books. I hope you enJOY!

Another week of Craig responding to tweets and emails from you - the fans! EnJOY!

This week on JOY podcast the guest is you! Craig shares what's been on his mind recently and answers some questions from fans. EnJOY!

Meet Damian Kulash, lead singer and guitarist of the band OK go. The band is known for their elaborate and captivating music videos, often incorporating one take shots and extensive coordination. Their video for "Here it Goes Again" won Best Music Video at the 2007 Grammys and "Upside Down & Inside Out" won the same award in 2017! Damian is also a director, who released his film The Beanie Bubble in 2023. OK Go's new album is out this April. I hope you enJOY our conversation!