314 episodes

An improvised satire from the staff of a fictional mega church.

Mega is a critically acclaimed podcast that hilariously satirizes contemporary megachurches and their associated evangelical subculture. Hosted by Holly Laurent and Greg Hess, this show offers a unique take on American religious culture through a range of comedic characters and segments. It was named "Best Satire" by Vulture.

One of the most exciting aspects of Mega is its guest interviews, which feature a variety of comedians, actors, and thinkers such as Louie Anderson, Lauren Lapkus, Duncan Trussell, Jason Mantzoukas, Paul Scheer, Lisa Gilroy, Scott Aukerman, Tom Papa, Jen Hatmaker, Adal Rifai, and more. These guests bring their own comedic styles and perspectives to the show, creating memorable moments that keep fans coming back for more.

In addition to its guest interviews, Mega is also known for its signature episodes featuring Holly Laurent playing Day Labont, a skeptical teenager who brings on guests like his atheist thinker friend Hemant Mehta. The show's humor and tone have been compared to the mockumentary style of Christopher Guest's films and the dry humor of The Office or Parks and Rec, making it a must-listen for fans of these genres.

Whether you're a believer or a skeptic, Mega is a podcast that offers something for everyone. Its witty improvisation, spot-on parodies, and sharp commentary satirizing contemporary religion and politics make it one of the most entertaining and thought-provoking shows available today. Join the Mega congregation and tune in for hilarious insights on the world of megachurches and evangelical Christianity.

Mega MEGA

    • Comedy
    • 4.8 • 1.1K Ratings

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An improvised satire from the staff of a fictional mega church.

Mega is a critically acclaimed podcast that hilariously satirizes contemporary megachurches and their associated evangelical subculture. Hosted by Holly Laurent and Greg Hess, this show offers a unique take on American religious culture through a range of comedic characters and segments. It was named "Best Satire" by Vulture.

One of the most exciting aspects of Mega is its guest interviews, which feature a variety of comedians, actors, and thinkers such as Louie Anderson, Lauren Lapkus, Duncan Trussell, Jason Mantzoukas, Paul Scheer, Lisa Gilroy, Scott Aukerman, Tom Papa, Jen Hatmaker, Adal Rifai, and more. These guests bring their own comedic styles and perspectives to the show, creating memorable moments that keep fans coming back for more.

In addition to its guest interviews, Mega is also known for its signature episodes featuring Holly Laurent playing Day Labont, a skeptical teenager who brings on guests like his atheist thinker friend Hemant Mehta. The show's humor and tone have been compared to the mockumentary style of Christopher Guest's films and the dry humor of The Office or Parks and Rec, making it a must-listen for fans of these genres.

Whether you're a believer or a skeptic, Mega is a podcast that offers something for everyone. Its witty improvisation, spot-on parodies, and sharp commentary satirizing contemporary religion and politics make it one of the most entertaining and thought-provoking shows available today. Join the Mega congregation and tune in for hilarious insights on the world of megachurches and evangelical Christianity.

Listen on Apple Podcasts
Requires subscription and macOS 11.4 or higher

    An Onion for A Bunion with Ryan Rosenberg

    An Onion for A Bunion with Ryan Rosenberg

    Raylan Dolenberg (Ryan Rosenberg, The Teachers Lounge) doles out pills and hugs at Lord's Drugs.
    Ryan Rosenberg: @chosenberg

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    SHOW INFORMATION
    Mega HQ
    Get ad free + bonus content with MEGA PREMIUM
    Support Us on Patreon
    Instagram: @MegaThePodcast
    Twitter: @MegaThePodcast
    Follow Holly and Greg
    Holly Laurent: Twitter | Instagram
    Greg Hess: Twitter | Instagram
    Music by Julie B. Nichols
    Edited by Makenzie Mizell
    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    • 31 min
    Aspirational Feminism with Lily Sullivan

    Aspirational Feminism with Lily Sullivan

    Lally Mulligan (Lily Sullivan, Righteous Gemstones) pulls herself up by her Gucci bootstraps.
    Lily Sullivan: @lilyyily

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    SHOW INFORMATION
    Mega HQ
    Get ad free + bonus content with MEGA PREMIUM
    Support Us on Patreon
    Instagram: @MegaThePodcast
    Twitter: @MegaThePodcast
    Follow Holly and Greg
    Holly Laurent: Twitter | Instagram
    Greg Hess: Twitter | Instagram
    Music by Julie B. Nichols
    Edited by Makenzie Mizell
    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    • 41 min
    Bonus Episode! Tiffer n' Mickey, Mickey n' Tiff

    Bonus Episode! Tiffer n' Mickey, Mickey n' Tiff

    Gray & Halle break the Wet Seal on policing language.

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    SHOW INFORMATION
    Mega HQ
    Get ad free + bonus content with MEGA PREMIUM
    Support Us on Patreon
    Instagram: @MegaThePodcast
    Twitter: @MegaThePodcast
    Follow Holly and Greg
    Holly Laurent: Twitter | Instagram
    Greg Hess: Twitter | Instagram
    Music by Julie B. Nichols
    Edited by Makenzie Mizell
    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    • 16 min
    Daddy Joined the Ice Capades with Vanessa Ragland

    Daddy Joined the Ice Capades with Vanessa Ragland

    Vanity Hagland (Vanessa Ragland, Dynasty Typewriter) leads the dance ministry Into Hymn.
    Vanessa Ragland: @vanessahope
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    SHOW INFORMATION
    Mega HQ
    Get ad free + bonus content with MEGA PREMIUM
    Support Us on Patreon
    Instagram: @MegaThePodcast
    Twitter: @MegaThePodcast
    Follow Holly and Greg
    Holly Laurent: Twitter | Instagram
    Greg Hess: Twitter | Instagram
    Music by Julie B. Nichols
    Edited by Makenzie Mizell
    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    • 39 min
    Cheap Blue Stuff with Adam Cayton-Holland

    Cheap Blue Stuff with Adam Cayton-Holland

    Aaron Coleman Howell (Adam Cayton-Holland, Those Who Can't) is a comic who works clean for that sweet Christian cash.
    Adam Cayton-Holland: @CaytonHolland

    --
    SHOW INFORMATION
    Mega HQ
    Get ad free + bonus content with MEGA PREMIUM
    Support Us on Patreon
    Instagram: @MegaThePodcast
    Twitter: @MegaThePodcast
    Follow Holly and Greg
    Holly Laurent: Twitter | Instagram
    Greg Hess: Twitter | Instagram
    Music by Julie B. Nichols
    Edited by Makenzie Mizell
    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    • 35 min
    Bonus Episode! Day Break with Day LaBont

    Bonus Episode! Day Break with Day LaBont

    Day LaBont (Holly Laurent, MEGA) takes over the podcast to tickle your ears with thoughts on love and listening.
    --
    SHOW INFORMATION
    Mega HQ
    Get ad free + bonus content with MEGA PREMIUM
    Support Us on Patreon
    Instagram: @MegaThePodcast
    Twitter: @MegaThePodcast
    Follow Holly and Greg
    Holly Laurent: Twitter | Instagram
    Greg Hess: Twitter | Instagram
    Music by Julie B. Nichols
    Edited by Makenzie Mizell
    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    • 20 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
1.1K Ratings

1.1K Ratings

Amanda from LJ ,

Hilarious

Great concept, great humor great guests. can’t recommend highly enough

Schwanzy71 ,

This Podcast is a Treat and a Treasure

Great Podcast! Brings a hometown feel with its Big City Professional Hosts. Listen to the one host navigate hemorrhoids, latently suppressed carnal desires, and indoctrinated willful cluelessness as she brings Greg to Climax. Good job. Clever and funny

devil zilla ,

Amen

Any podcast containing the phrase “your booty hole is trying to grow labias to protect itself” gets 5 stars from me.

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