Club Random with Bill Maher

Bill sits down with Woody Allen for a wide-ranging conversation on comedy, film, and everything in between. They swap stories from the comedy-club era and dig into Woody’s craft – his “do less” rule, why he hates rehearsal, and what it’s like to direct once you’ve aged out of a role (including casting others to play the parts you once did). Woody weighs in on classic cinema (Streetcar devotion, Godfather II praise, Casablanca indifference), Bob Hope’s lasting imprint, and therapy that “helped a little,” while Bill quizzes him on newer movies (yes, even Twilight). They cover aging, AI and immo...

This week Bill finally meets the genie of his boyhood dreams – and yes, he even brought the bottle. Barbara Eden drops by for a warm, witty time capsule only a true showbiz legend can deliver: memories of Elvis Presley, the 60th anniversary of I Dream of Jeannie, belly-button “censorship” and why the bottle was never allowed in the bedroom. Bill gives Barbara an OnlyFans crash course she never asked for, and Barbara tells Vegas war stories with George Burns and Shecky Greene, including the wildest “show must go on” tale you’ve ever heard. It’s a conversation as magical as Jea...

From AI doomsday paranoia to Arnold’s grandpa art projects, Bill and Chris cover it all – California taxes, broken-thermostat politics, why movies predict the future, and how Pratt went from Parks and Rec’s lovable goof to full-fledged leading man. Along the way: quantum qubits, AI girlfriends, and the wild story of his door-to-door salesman days. Basically, it’s part bar chat, part TED Talk, part roast – served neat with a splash of peaty Scotch.

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Bill Maher and Drew Barrymore kick back on the iconic Club Random swing – a first-ever episode filmed in this new spot. From Hollywood highs to deeply personal moments, nothing’s off-limits. Drew dishes on her unconventional childhood, wild nights at Studio 54, and being institutionalized as a teen, experiences that shaped her grit, resilience, and outlook on aging with self-acceptance. She shares behind-the-scenes laughs from her Adam Sandler movies and quirky Hollywood Squares memories. And in one of the night’s most unexpected twists, she and Bill revisit the evening Drew’s house went up in flames… just two weeks after he m...

In this episode of Club Random, Grammy-winning rock star Rick Springfield gets raw about fame, depression, and why getting older might be the best gig yet. He and Bill swap stories about tripping on psychedelics, battling bad music critics, discovering Beatles lyrics by hand, and wild run-ins with Elvis and The Bee Gees. They riff on everything from concert bathroom line etiquette to AI sex – all while passionately debating the eternal question: Lennon or McCartney? It’s rock star therapy with a twist… and let’s just say, Jessie’s girl really missed out.

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Bill Maher and YouTube star Brian Tyler Cohen dive into the chaos of modern politics in a freewheeling conversation covering everything from wrestling and weed to identity politics and the Iran deal. They debate whether Democrats are too focused on checking boxes to win elections, break down Trump’s psychological warfare, and label one rising Democratic star “a walking campaign ad for Republicans." Stick around for a wild analogy that somehow combines wrestling, lactose intolerance, and socialism.

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In an exclusive and unfiltered conversation, Bill Maher sits down with legendary musician Billy Joel for a rare long-form interview about life, legacy, and the making of his new HBO documentary, Billy Joel: And So It Goes. From the early days playing Long Island bars to selling out Madison Square Garden for decades, Billy reflects on the stories behind the songs, the fame he never chased, and staying true to your art.

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In the latest Club Random, Bill Maher goes toe-to-toe with actor-activist John Leguizamo in a rapid-fire conversation that jumps from the Knicks firing Tom Thibodeau to the eternal New York vs. L.A. debate. They dive into Latino representation in Hollywood and Leguizamo’s MSNBC docuseries "Leguizamo Does America," while trading war stories about award-show politics, micro-dosing, roach-infested apartments, the grind of memorizing lines, and the not-so-glamorous reality of scrubbing improv-theater toilets just to get stage time.

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Whitney Cummings drops by Club Random and things get weirdly hilarious in the best way. What starts as a wild gift quickly spirals into an uncensored dive into loneliness, AI, and the strange ways we seek connection. Bill and Whitney riff on everything from UFOs and conspiracy theories to the creeping presence of tech in our lives — and who’s really listening. They also discuss the chaos of stand-up tours, the surprises of motherhood, and why comedy clubs might be the last honest places on Earth. Plus: a few juicy thoughts on celebrity breakups and the latest in biohacking your...

Bill Maher sits down with Odell Beckham Jr. for a wide-ranging conversation on everything from his iconic Giants catch to navigating injuries and the intensity of being in the spotlight. Odell opens up about the coaches and quarterbacks he respects, teases a possible return to the field, and reflects on the values of humility, fatherhood, teamwork, and playing the hand you’re dealt. No scripts, no filters – just two guys talking life, legacy, and everything in between.

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Bill Maher welcomes actor Esai Morales for a rapid-fire hangout that jumps from tequila and raw-food fitness to fatherhood and playing the villain in Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning. They swap Pacino impressions, riff on devil lore and dating, then spiral into AI and conspiracy theories.

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Sean Penn returns to Club Random for another wild ride with Bill Maher. From kissing James Franco in Milk to drone warfare in Ukraine, the conversation covers it all, politics, war, Hollywood, and even AI going rogue. Sean opens up about his documentary Superpower, Putin’s ambitions, America’s contradictions, and what it means to live fully in a broken world.

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Bush frontman Gavin Rossdale drops by Club Random to chat with Bill Maher about his new album “I Beat Loneliness,” the craft of songwriting, touring life, dad duties, aging like a rock star, mental health, religion, AI paranoia - and yes, a little life advice from David Bowie himself.

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David Mamet and Bill Maher cover a lot of ground this spirted conversation, discussing Mamet’s recent film Henry Johnson, his upcoming projects including a novel on education and a film about Abraham Lincoln, the 2020 election, media bias, foreign interference in U.S. elections, Trump’s leadership style, gender policies in sports, the state of California governance, conspiracy theories surrounding the Kennedy assassination, the Zapruder film controversy, UFO sightings, AI and technology’s impact on society, parenting and discipline in education, the decline of common sense, streaming platforms and the film industry.

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Bill Maher sits down with Tim Pool host of The Culture War Podcast for a conversation on health, aging and the bizarre wellness trends sweeping the culture to the impact of media polarization, the manipulation of public perception, generational divides in politics, the rise of wokeness, and the cultural shifts defining Gen Z and Gen Alpha, the challenges of marriage and masculinity in a rapidly changing world, the decline of skateboarding in America, and the fragmentation of entertainment in the digital age.

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On this episode, Bill sits down with fitness icon, wellness entrepreneur and straight-talking firebrand Jillian Michaels. Bill and Jillian settle in for a free-wheeling chat that drifts from lighthearted ribbing to debates about public health, politics, and pop culture. One minute they’re laughing about early-morning phone alerts or swapping travel stories; the next, they’re chewing over whether either political party still speaks to the middle. Big personalities and bigger opinions collide, but beneath the jokes they keep circling the same question: how do we stay sane—and a little healthier.

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Bill Maher sits down with Tony Hinchcliffe, the ringmaster behind the hit live podcast Kill Tony. Tony reminisces about his early days answering phones at the Comedy Store, how Mitzi Shore ruled the club, how talent coordinators silently decide careers, the jelly fish ghost in the Belly room, Tony’s Puerto Rico joke at the Trump rally and the social media blowback, doing stand-up in a parking lot during Covid, Austin’s comedy boom, Kid Rock’s ‘Southern White House”, why comics crave honesty, Bill’s brief detour into the history of Genghis Khan, and so much more. 

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On this episode Bill hangs out with author-podcaster Lewis Howes for a free-wheeling chat about life choices and staying sane. They swap stories on moving to L.A., falling in (and out of) love, and how childhood baggage can push you toward self-improvement—or self-destruction. Bill explains why he’s happily child-free and “married to the job,” while Lewis talks about healing old trauma without drugs or alcohol. They poke at big questions—meds vs. mind-body fixes, meat vs. veggies, woke kids vs. baffled parents—and laugh over a possible 98-year-old tortoise adoption, and Bill’s headline-grabbing dinner with Trump. Mostly...

On this episode, Bill hangs out with actor Terrence Howard for a free-wheeling chat that bounces between Hollywood and big ideas. Terrence speaks about clashing with studios over money, why Empire was both a blessing and a headache, and how an early brush with Richard Dreyfus taught him to fight for every scene. He and Bill riff on environmental junk in our food and air, and Terrence’s belief that music tuned to 432 Hz could reshape everything from space travel to human longevity. Along the way they trade Hendrix trivia, swap stories about celebrity parties and canceled careers, and ag...

On this episode Bill welcomes Turning Point USA founder and conservative firebrand Charlie Kirk. The two sit down for a long‑form, surprisingly cordial debate that roams from identity politics to faith, personal freedom, and the state of American institutions. They spar over marijuana, public safety, the limits of adult choice—topics that segue into bigger clashes over homelessness policy, whether safe‑injection sites help or hurt cities, and if Ivy League schools ought to be razed and rebuilt from scratch. A lot of ground is covered in this thoughtful back and forth, plenty of laughter and even a spit-t...

On this episode, Bill sits down with musician, podcaster and one-time Mumford & Sons banjoist Winston Marshall. The two reflect on Winston’s departure from the band following a social media firestorm over a controversial book endorsement, how that ordeal exposed the intense pressures of “cancel culture” within the music world and why Winston ultimately decided to speak his mind despite the fallout. They dig into England’s shifting cultural landscape, the rise of political correctness in both the UK and America, what it’s like to navigate taboo topics in today’s hyper-partisan climate, Bill’s own battle with early 2000s ca...

On this episode, Bill catches up with journalist Chris Cuomo. They get into Chris’s current life since his CNN exit, why he’s suing to clear his name, and reflect on the media’s “scalp-hunting” mentality. Chris opens up about growing up in a political dynasty under his father Mario and working closely with his brother Andrew, how policy fights don’t always match party ideals, and what it’s like navigating scandal in a 24/7 news cycle. They swap thoughts on Trump’s flair for the dramatic, America’s appetite for outrage, the “defund the police” debate, how we lost the art of jok...

On this episode, Bill sits down with New York Times columnist Maureen Dowd for a wide-ranging, personal chat about her new book “Notorious"—a collection of her incisive profiles of major cultural and political figures—and why she once went viral for a botched edible experience in Denver. The two swap stories about growing up in Washington, D.C. (her father was a detective), how “woke” culture may have dampened the fun on the left, and what still draws voters to Donald Trump’s brash humor. Maureen recalls the times she’s gone toe-to-toe with politicians across the aisle, and she and Bi...

On this episode, Bill is joined by stand-up comic and podcast provocateur Andrew Schulz. The two swap stories about Andrew’s transition into fatherhood (including fertility hurdles and the emotional roller coaster of IVF), the perils of fame in the digital age, why he once called Fox News out on its overblown “outrage” stories, negotiating free speech in comedy and the ever-shifting rules of social discourse, meeting fans where they are online. They debate America’s “abundance mentality” and how it informs politics, the decline of open discussion in modern media, the rise of cancel culture (and how both the left and...

On this episode, Bill is joined by veteran broadcaster and cultural commentator Don Lemon. The two discuss Don’s transition away from CNN and his new foray into streaming, the shifting landscape of media bias and viewer trust, the lure of unfiltered conversation versus traditional “managed” television formats, and the political tightrope walk of modern journalism. They candidly dive into everything from Don’s experiences as a gay Black man in the public eye and meeting his husband, diversity and inclusion in hiring, the mystique of AOC, “defund the police,” and how Democrats might counter the MAGA movement without veering into...

In this episode, Bill reconnects with rock-rap icon Kid Rock for his second round on Club Random—unpacking how they both manage to stay raw and honest in a world that loves to be outraged. Kid Rock talks about why he thought a Bud Light blow-up might be fun for social media. He also teases a new triple album (“Kid MF Rock”), wrestles with “woke” culture’s boundaries, and tries to sell Bill on the idea of finally meeting Donald Trump—complete with a tongue-in-cheek pitch for Elon Musk to carve Trump’s face onto Mount Rushmore. Bill, meanwhile, pushes back on K...

In this episode, Bill goes deep with legendary rapper, producer, and entrepreneur Xzibit—shedding light on his childhood as a military brat, the discipline that shaped his hip hop journey, and the inspiration behind his new album, “Kingmaker.”

Xzibit opens up about chasing creative ambition while staying true to himself in an ever-shifting hip hop landscape, shares thoughts on social media’s addictive pull, and hip hop rivalries.

He also reveals the hilarious story behind his fight scene with Jennifer Aniston in “Derailed,” complete with Brad Pitt lurking awkwardly in the backg...

On this episode, Bill sits down with comedian, cultural provocateur and former neighbor Tom Green. The two recall the time Tom’s house burned down, why Tom is touring the country in a camper van, navigating public perception in the age of social media, Tom’s cancer treatment during his MTV fame and how a misdiagnosis almost derailed his health, getting fired on the Celebrity Apprentice, the blurred line between clever and stupid in comedy, his film Freddy Got Fingered, life on his Canadian farm, finding love, his latest documentary project and much more.

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Bill Maher sits down with former Colombo crime family capo, podcaster, and best-selling author Michael Franzese for a fascinating exploration of organized crime, current politics, and America’s shifting cultural landscape.

From comparing Mafia code to modern government maneuvering, to dissecting the psychology of leaders, the two dive headlong into the forces shaping American life. Franzese shares candid reflections on his days running lucrative schemes (and why he ultimately walked away), while Bill challenges the notion of how power truly works.

They also swap favorite scenes from The Godfather and Goodfellas, delve into Franzese’s reli...

Skepticism meets reflection when Bill invites Jay Shetty to share about a life that’s spanned the silence of a Vedic monastery and the spotlight of Hollywood. Jay explains how rising at 4 a.m. for cold showers, living under strict celibacy, and sleeping on the floor shaped his views on attachment and purpose. Bill probes everything from traditional therapy to modern dating, pushing Jay to clarify how one remains “spiritual” when fame and success come calling.

They trade stories of long-term relationships, debate generational “softness,” and dig into whether the real mind-bender might be a vitamin...

Bill and superstar Luke Bryan on the joys of Luke bow hunting with his family and how Bill just doesn’t get hunting, Luke’s Georgia upbringing and how it influenced his music, the songwriting scene in Nashville, genre collabs, the toll of Bill’s early party days, how Americans are more alike than different, wishing for a government solution for the “unhoused,” Luke’s tight knit group of friends, and much, much more.

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Bill and Matt Gaetz on the accusations against Matt, Bill’s preconception of Matt, Matt’s fandom of Politically Incorrect, how Matt supports both the NRA and the humane society, Bill’s take on hunting (not a fan), the economy of lonely, desperate men, Matt’s relationship with Joel Greenberg, and much, much more. 

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Longevity guru Bryan Johnson (DON’T DIE is the #1 doc on Netflix) sits down with Bill for a great talk about whether it’s possible to live forever, anti-aging science, Bryan’s rigid routine that includes very controlled diet, sleep, and data-driven health interventions. Bill discusses his healthy routines while drinking and smoking and the guys differ on how much sacrifice is worth the potential gain. Also, stay tuned for Bryan’s “Johnson” measuring device during sleep, the importance of figuring out the actual age of your organs for longevity, how Bryan navigates his strict diet while out to dinner, and m...

PLEASE NOTE: THIS EPISODE WAS RECORDED BEFORE THE AWFUL EVENTS IN LOS ANGELES. Bill Maher and Sam Harris on why young women are dating older men, fashion & manufacturing in China, the nine-hour documentary Bill never saw, brands complicit with the wrong side of WW2, the banality of evil and how humans can rationalize horrific acts, how worldviews can make people do extreme things while feeling virtuous, Bill’s previous controversies, the recent report on the you-know-what virus, Bill’s raw milk theory, how once liberal media voices like Joe Rogan and Elon Musk were driven away by extreme politics, and t...

Bill Maher and Two and a Half Men star Jon Cryer on border policies and media coverage, on how progressive issues influence elections, youth gender-affirming care, and social media “contagion” vs. authentic identity, how Jon grew up in a rough part of the Upper West Side, crime stories and colorful neighbors in 1970s–80s NYC, Jon’s acting journey, the podcast Jon produced, The Man Who Calculated Death, Jon’s on set experience with Charlie Sheen and how the show changed when Charlie relapsed, Elon Musk’s contributions to electric vehicles and space exploration vs. controversies regarding Twitter/X and politica...

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Bill and legendary comedian Paul Reiser go deep on all things comedy, from the early days at comedy clubs like Catch a Rising Star and the Improv, the terrible pay of early comedy, the difference between being “club funny” and what works on television, Richard Belzer, Jerry Seinfeld, Larry David, and the New York comedy scene, Paul’s experience with Woody Allen, the tension between performing “works in progress” versus polished final sets, the concept of soul mates, hiring young comedy writers, and the importance of spotting talent and the subtle spark that differentiates a promising writer or comedian from the r...

Bill Maher and actor (Shazam!) Zachary Levi on the insanity of cutting off family members at the holidays due to political disagreements, Zach’s vote for Trump and career implications, the importance of talking to the other side, the need for nuanced thinking, legacy media stoking divisions and fear, misinformation and extremism, Zach’s support of RFK Jr., open debate about medical issues, criticizing those who shut down questions as “anti-science,” the vilification of medical skeptics, skepticism or raises questions about medicine, spirituality and God, and finding common ground. 

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Bill Maher and Jane Fonda on how Jane stays so energetic, smart health and how habits change with age, their mutual commitment to drinking only in moderation, the Barbarella Halloween costume of the moment, whether some issues are exaggerated or not in our modern media world, climate and other countries roles in fixing it, over-regulated California, a deep dive on Jane’s movies, meditation and mindfulness, and the people who inspired Jane the most.

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Stephen A. Smith and Bill on the bad things about certain sports, Aaron Judge's post-season struggles, PED’s in sports, nepo babies, boxing’s big problem, how the Dems lost America, identity politics versus big stuff like the economy, immigration, crime, dating preferences, Stephen’s Trump interactions, aging and attractiveness, and hope for the future. 

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