We Might Be Drunk

WMBD Mark Normand & Sam Morril – We Might Be Drunk Podcast – May 18, 2026 Kevin Nealon – Mark Normand and Sam Morril – We Might Be Drunk Podcast William H. Macy w/ Sam Morril & Mark Normand – We Might Be Drunk Podcast Ari Shaffir w/ Mark Normand & Sam Morril – We Might Be Drunk Podcast Gaten Matarazzo & Sean Giambrone – Mark Normand & Sam Morril – We Might Be Drunk Podcast Adam Carolla – Mark Normand & Sam Morril – We Might Be Drunk Podcast We Might Be Drunk Podcast with Greg Fitzsimmons: Tour Tales, Tipping & The Art of Comedy Patton Oswalt Gets Not Drunk with Sam Morril & Mark Normand – We Might Be Drunk Podcast Mike Lawrence & Mike Vecchione on We Might Be Drunk | Full Episode Notes WMBD – Dolph Lundgren with Mark Normand and Sam Morril 🎙️ Episode Metadata Episode Title: Patton Oswalt with Sam Morril & Mark Normand – We Might Be Drunk Podcast Episode Number: Not provided Hosts: Sam Morril & Mark Normand Guest: Patton Oswalt Release Date: August 17, 2025 Special Format Notes: This was an early-morning recording, noted by the hosts. There were some microphone issues in the beginning. 🧠 Main Topics & Themes Life on the Road & Venue Experiences: Touring mishaps, club “vibes” & rules, opening for music acts, and the grind. Patton’s publicist driving to the wrong venue for his “tour doc”; London audience let in mid‑set thinking he was ambient music; the lingering “shiny wet stain” from Gallagher at Count Basie Theater. The Craft of Comedy: Joke writing, alt rooms vs. clubs, audio‑only specials in a visual‑first world, social media/cancel culture headwinds, and peer feedback loops. Impressions & Impersonators: Dan Soder, Kevin Pollak, prank stories, and the lineage of impersonation (e.g., James Brown starting as a Little Richard impersonator). Film & Pop Culture Commentary: Cult picks like Death Bed: The Bed That Eats and Andy Milligan; mainstream like The Nice Guys; adapting source material; directorial style quirks; Patton’s obsession with cinematic connections. True Crime & Personal Connection: Michelle McNamara’s I’ll Be Gone in the Dark, media’s role in cold cases, and the personal impact on Patton. Social Commentary & Modern Life: Pervasive social media/TMI, relationships in the digital age, solitude vs. crowds, and reality TV’s manufactured drama. ⏱️ Episode Segmentation (Clickable Timestamps) Tip: Set your YouTube URL in the small script below and these timestamps will auto‑link. 00:00–00:29 Patton joins: tour talk, “tour doc” filming; Count Basie Center in Red Bank, NJ (Lily Tomlin, Ali Wong also played here). 00:30–16:54 Hosts’ tour stories; Addison, TX club “no‑mic‑stand” rule; how club “vibes” shape sets. 16:55–30:00 Big Fan tour memories; the publicist character’s real‑life inspiration; tales of getting “banned.” 30:01–45:00 Career grind, club managers, old‑school comics (Gallagher) and the current state of stand‑up. 45:01–60:00 Cult/Classic films (Death Bed, Andy Milligan) → True crime: I’ll Be Gone in the Dark & the Golden State Killer. 60:01–87:02 Favorite comics/albums; TV vs. stand‑up writing; more audio‑only specials; awkward fan encounter about true crime; plugs for Patton’s special & book. 🔁 Recurring Themes & Callbacks The Comedian’s Life on the Road: Tour hardships and oddities frame many stories. Patton’s “Tour Doc” Thread: Ongoing filming provides humorous context for travel mishaps. True Crime / Michelle McNamara: Frequent references to I’ll Be Gone in the Dark and GSK — sometimes uncomfortably — as a running bit. “Benign Neglect”: Explicit callback to a prior episode concept. Audience Expectations & Engagement: Adapting to diverse crowds, especially when known from TV. Evolution of Comedy: Social media’s influence and shifting norms as a constant undercurrent. 🧍 People Mentioned This episode features a wide cast of individuals — from the hosts and guest to celebrities, comedians, directors, true crime figures, and more. Below is a categorized list with Google search links. 🎤 Hosts & Guest Patton Oswalt (Guest, Recurring/Central) Sam Morril (Host, Recurring/Central) Mark Normand (Host, Recurring/Central) 🎭 Comedians & Performers Rachel Feinstein Lily Tomlin Ali Wong Gallagher GG Allin Ozzy Osbourne Dan Soder Dave Chappelle Kevin Pollak Alan Arkin Jerry Lewis James Brown Little Richard Jim Carrey Rodney Dangerfield Jim Norton Colin Quinn Rich Vos Bridget Everett Adrock (Adam Horovitz) Ray Romano Mel Brooks Anthony Jeselnik Adam Carolla Zach Galifianakis Maria Bamford Brian Posehn Mitch Hedberg Mike Lawrence Adrian Airheart Jerry Seinfeld George Wallace Orlando Lea Eddie Murphy Gary Vaynerchuk Jimmy Carr Shelley Berman Louis J. 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WMBD Mark Normand & Sam Morril – We Might Be Drunk Podcast – May 18, 2026 Kevin Nealon – Mark Normand and Sam Morril – We Might Be Drunk Podcast William H. Macy w/ Sam Morril & Mark Normand – We Might Be Drunk Podcast Ari Shaffir w/ Mark Normand & Sam Morril – We Might Be Drunk Podcast Gaten Matarazzo & Sean Giambrone – Mark Normand & Sam Morril – We Might Be Drunk Podcast Adam Carolla – Mark Normand & Sam Morril – We Might Be Drunk Podcast We Might Be Drunk Podcast with Greg Fitzsimmons: Tour Tales, Tipping & The Art of Comedy Patton Oswalt Gets Not Drunk with Sam Morril & Mark Normand – We Might Be Drunk Podcast Mike Lawrence & Mike Vecchione on We Might Be Drunk | Full Episode Notes WMBD – Dolph Lundgren with Mark Normand and Sam Morril Hosts Sam Morril and Mark Normand are joined by comedians Mike Lawrence and Mike Vecchione. The episode features the hosts and guests reminiscing about their early days in the New York City comedy scene, sharing wild anecdotes from various clubs, and discussing the struggles of the comedy industry. Topics range from their comedy heroes to the frustrations of selling a TV show with actor Brian Cox. The comedians also talk about pop culture, parenting, and their upcoming tour dates. Mike Lawrence is a comedian and the guest on this episode. He is one of Sam Morril’s oldest comedy friends. He is also the host of the podcast “Nerd of Mouth”. He discusses his experiences writing for award shows and his creative process. Mike Vecchione is a comedian and guest on the podcast. He joins the hosts to promote his new YouTube special, “Low-Income White”. He and Sam Morril share their ongoing struggle to sell a TV show with actor Brian Cox attached. He is also part of a Euro tour with Sam Morril. Summary Guests Profile Mike Lawrence Mike Vecchione Overview This episode of the “We Might Be Drunk” podcast features a reunion of comedians and friends, with hosts Sam Morril and Mark Normand joined by guests Mike Lawrence and Mike Vecchione. The conversation begins with Lawrence being introduced as one of Sam Morril’s oldest friends in comedy. They share formative stories from the early New York City comedy scene, recalling clubs like Mo Pitkins (The Pit) and Auto Shrunken Head, and mentioning fellow comedians like Zach Sims. A significant segment focuses on wild anecdotes from NYC clubs, including a tense confrontation Mark Normand had during Obama’s 2009 inauguration night in Harlem. They also vividly describe Mocha’s Lounge (Smokey’s), a club where the owner, Smokey Suarez, would “trash” comedians who bombed. The discussion moves to comedy heroes, with Sean Patton being praised as a “beacon of hope” for his generation. They reflect on the “wilderness years” of comedy, a period of building one’s act in front of peers, and contrast this with the modern era of posting content online. A frustrating aspect of the entertainment industry is highlighted as Sam Morril and Mike Vecchione share their 18-month struggle to sell a TV show, despite having actor Brian Cox attached. The episode includes humorous anecdotes about Hollywood, such as Brian Cox’s non-method acting and Jared Leto’s extreme method acting for Suicide Squad. They also discuss movies, pop culture, and changing sensitivities in comedy, noting that films like Rush Hour now have disclaimers for “outdated jokes”. Later segments delve into nostalgia for 90s sitcoms like The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air and Family Matters, and the evolution of voice acting on shows like The Simpsons. They share more comedy club memories, including the sad story of an open micer named Gowi, who had a line cut from the 30 Rock finale and watched it from a homeless shelter. The conversation turns to roast battles, with Mike Lawrence recounting a brutal roast of Ralphie May and the shift to more personal attacks. Mike Lawrence, known for his prolific writing, discusses his creative process and the challenges of writing for TV. They touch on the impact of social media on comedy and express exhaustion with the prevalence of Trump jokes. The episode concludes with a rapid-fire list of pet peeves, a discussion about parenting and Mike Lawrence’s official autism diagnosis at 38, and a mention of upcoming tour dates and their Bodega Whiskey brand. Timestamps & Segment Breakdown 00:00 — Comedy Reunion & Early Days Mike Lawrence is introduced as a long-time friend of Sam Morril, and the group reminisces about their early days in the New York City comedy scene and performing at venues like Mo Pitkins. 06:00 — Stories from NYC Comedy Clubs Mark Normand recounts a tense confrontation he had during Obama’s inauguration night in Harlem. The comedians also discuss Mocha’s Lounge, an “inclusive but insensitive” club run by Smokey Suarez. 14:00 — Comedy Heroes & Finding Your Voice The group praises comedian Sean Patton and reflects on the “wilderness years” of comedy. 25:00 — Behind the Scenes: The Comedy Industry Sam Morril and Mike Vecchione discuss their ongoing 18-month struggle to sell a TV show, even with actor Brian Cox attached, and express frustration with Hollywood’s slow pace. 32:00 — Brian Cox, Method Acting, & Hollywood Tales The conversation covers different acting styles, contrasting Brian Cox’s non-method approach with Jeremy Strong’s method acting. They also share humorous anecdotes about Jared Leto and Jim Carrey. 41:00 — Movies, Reviews, and Comedy in Pop Culture The comedians discuss various films, praise actor Gary Oldman, and note the changing sensitivities in comedy, such as disclaimers on old movies like Rush Hour. 50:00 — Sitcoms, Childhood TV, and Nostalgia A nostalgic look back at 90s sitcoms like The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air and Diff’rent Strokes. They also talk about voice acting and societal norms of the past. 58:00 — Comedy Club Memories & Touring Stories More anecdotes from their early comedy careers are shared, including a sad story about an open micer named Gowi and the evolution