The Letterman Podcast
Explore conversations with the people who worked with David Letterman, appeared on the shows, helped create memorable moments, and continue to preserve the legacy of Letterman and Company.
Mark Malkoff returns and we could not be more excited! It's The Letterman Podcast's first anniversary week, and we are grateful Mark is here to reflect with us. What's he been doing since wrapping up 'The Carson Podcast?' He is…
Glynn Borders never thought he would have a job heading up the special effects department for Late Show with David Letterman. Starting out in the theater, Glynn had an unlikely, and very enjoyable job, fall in his lap, which ended…
Bill Carter might know more about the business and inner workings of late night television than any human on Earth. The former New York Times reporter has covered television for decades, and written the quintessential books on the subject, 'The…
Alex Bennett is a broadcast living legend. For well over 50 years he hosted extremely successful radio programs all over the US including having popular shows in San Francisco on Live 105 and The Quake and in New York for…
In this unique episode of The Letterman Podcast, we pay tribute our good friend and OG Letterman staffer Rick ‘Shecky’ Scheckman, who tragically passed away on March 10, 2023. Mike uses this opportunity to share behind the scenes stories of…
It's our very first mash up episode and we could not be more excited! Two legendary Letterman writers, former officemates, and previous guests of the Letterman Podcast reunite to talk about some of their memories of the show. Gerard and…
Nadine Hennelly appeared on shows bearing David Letterman's name over 400 times. She was one of the Hi-Ho Babes (we checked, 2023 guidelines still allow us to use that term without issue) and was featured in all sorts of sketches,…
Jason Zinoman works for the New York Times, currently serving as their comedy critic, and is the author of 'Letterman, The Last Giant of Late Night,' one of the most encompassing books ever written about David Letterman & Company. Jason…
Felicia Collins Part 2 picks up exactly where part 1 left off with the revelation that David Letterman has perfect pitch. In the conclusion of this lovely conversation, Felicia shares all sorts of stories and memories of moments both on…
Felicia Collins has been a guitar player, vocalist, and percussionist for The CBS Orchestra/World's Most Dangerous Band for over 25 years. She has also collaborated with some of music's greatest artists during tours, solo projects, and she was a member…
The epic conversation with writer Jeff Martin continues! He and Mike not only keep talking about Late Night memories and behind the scenes insights, but also Norm MACdonald, Craig Fergusson, and more! That in itself is of course worth the…
Jeff Martin was a writer with Late Night with David Letterman from 1982-1989. He also wrote for The Simpsons, Norm MacDonald, Craig Fergusson and more. Many folks might remember his portrayal of 'Flunky the Clown.' This episode begins talking about…