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Bad Friends
Bad Friends is a wildly popular comedy podcast hosted by comedians Andrew Santino and Bobby Lee. Launched in February 2020, the show features their unfiltered and unpredictable banter, blending hilarious stories, improvised sketches, and lively discussions about current events, pop culture, and their lives in show business. Listeners tune in for the duo’s explosive chemistry, offbeat sense of humor, and an ever-changing cast of recurring characters and guests.
Episodes often explore the absurdities of friendship, cultural differences, and mental health, all delivered with irreverence and heart. The podcast is known for its quick-witted exchanges, running gags, authentic moments, and the feeling that you’re hanging out with two of the funniest friends in comedy. New episodes drop every Monday and frequently feature appearances by sidekicks, producers, and celebrity guests, making for a dynamic and consistently entertaining show that has toured live and even landed an animated series development deal.
Bad Friends cast and hosts
Bad Friends is hosted by Andrew Santino and Bobby Lee and produced by 7EQUIS. A few recurring regulars and a rotating list of comedian guests round out the show.
Hosts
Andrew Santino
Chicago-born stand-up and actor (born 1983). He played Bill Hobbs on Showtime’s I’m Dying Up Here and Mike on FX’s Dave. His specials include Home Field Advantage, Cheeseburger (Netflix, 2023) and White Noise (Hulu, 2025). He also hosts the Whiskey Ginger podcast.
Andrew Santino on The Comedian List · Andrew Santino movies and TV shows · Santino on Are You Garbage
Bobby Lee
San Diego-born stand-up and actor (born 1971). He was a MADtv cast member from 2001 to 2009, played Jin on Magnum P.I., and appeared in Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle, Pineapple Express and Reservation Dogs. He has also co-hosted TigerBelly with Khalyla Kuhn since 2015.
Bobby Lee on The Comedian List · Bobby Lee movies and TV shows · Bobby on JRE #2090, This Past Weekend #657 and We Might Be Drunk Ep 134
Regulars and crew
Rudy Jules
A recurring regular on the show since 2020. Rudy is the focus of Ep 339, “Trash Rummaging with Rudy”, where Rudy turns 25 and closes the episode.
Doc Willis
A recurring presence since 2021. Bobby and Andrew try to find love for Doc in Ep 342.
Behind the board
Bad Friends is produced by 7EQUIS, and episode descriptions credit Andrés Rosende as podcast producer. Earlier episodes also credit George Kimmel, Bryce Hallock and Pete Forthun.
Notable guests on My Show Notes
- Stavros Halkias (profile): Ep 338, Bobby’s Moana Birthday
- Kevin Ryan (profile) and H. Foley (profile) of Are You Garbage: Ep 340, We Are Garbage
- Keeshlinooo (MyKesha Smith), with a Brad Williams call-in: Ep 342, Old White and Dumb
- Joe DeRosa: Ep 283, Joe DeRosa Gets Vile and Horrendous
Bad Friends FAQ
Who hosts Bad Friends?
Bad Friends is hosted by comedians Andrew Santino and Bobby Lee. They have co-hosted the show since its first episode on February 17, 2020.
Who is Rudy on Bad Friends?
Rudy Jules is a recurring regular who has been part of the show since 2020. Episode 339, “Trash Rummaging with Rudy,” is built around Rudy’s birthday.
Who produces Bad Friends?
Bad Friends is produced by 7EQUIS. The show’s episode descriptions credit Andrés Rosende as podcast producer.
When do new Bad Friends episodes come out?
New episodes of Bad Friends are released weekly on Mondays.
Who has guested on Bad Friends recently?
Recent guests covered on My Show Notes include Stavros Halkias (Ep 338), Kevin Ryan and H. Foley of Are You Garbage (Ep 340), Keeshlinooo (Ep 342) and Joe DeRosa (Ep 283).
