Fred Armisen (Moonbase 8) talks to Justin about the SNL writing process, his love of music and playing the drums, and the inspirations for the characters and sketches on Portlandia. Support us by supporting our sponsors!
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Jul 2025
Listen Now - Full Episode: Christian Long’s new “Oh Honey!” Podcast
Christian Long and his 80 year old mom, Wendy Long introduce the very first (inaugural?) episode of "Oh Honey!" They discuss what listeners have to look forward to, why Wendy was tempted to return her coffee from The Doughnut Inn, and why she's unlikely to ever try 'shrooms. To c ... Show More
44m 40s
Sep 2024
Life Is Short(er) Re-Run: PorchFest, Hibachi Memories, and Giggle Fits 🧀
The guys catch up about Christian’s experience at PorchFest this year, the annual Connecticut tradition where bands set up stages on neighborhood porches (and how Christian didn’t move from his porch the whole time). Justin recounts the walk down memory lane he and Kate had after ... Show More
50m 27s
Oct 2016
Fred Armisen on “Stop Making Sense,” Prince and Mac & Cheese
“Portlandia” and “Documentary Now” star Fred Armisen is the hardest working man in comedy, but he still thinks of himself as a musician. In this episode, he talks about spoofing the Talking Heads, meeting Prince, working with Billie Joe Armstrong and much more. Plus: the latest f ... Show More
40m 45s
Mar 2023
Fred Armisen and Carrie Brownstein of 'Portlandia'
When, exactly, did ‘Portlandia’ stars Fred Armisen and Carrie Brownstein meet? They discuss their lengthy friendship and creative partnership while stopping by the podcast to chat with Jen and Doug, including tidbits about their much-loved sketch comedy show, and, of course, the ... Show More
50m 9s
Feb 2013
Portlandia: Meet the Co-Creator
Join actor Fred Armisen ("Saturday Night Live"), co-creator, co-writer, and co-star of IFC's "Portlandia", as he discusses the Peabody Award–winning comedy series, set and filmed in Portland, Oregon.
40m 56s