327 episodes
Mega MEGA
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4.8 • 1.2K 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.
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Bonus Episode! Cowboy Butts Drive Me Nuts
Halle's into pickleball and Gray freestyles hot new worship lyrics. This one is lit.
Enjoy this episode recorded in our YouTube livestream based on the suggestions of our Patreon members.
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Mega HQ
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Greg Hess: Twitter | Instagram
Music by Julie B. Nichols
Edited by Makenzie Mizell
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Bonus Episode! Y Fronts/Wife Runts
Gray has a wardrobe malfunction and Halle's got too much fried catfish.
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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
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Jesus in the Creases with Allison Reese
Jallison Briefs (Allison Reese, Bros) is everybody's Nana and she brings the tough love.
Allison Reese: @alienreese
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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 -
Bonus Episode! Back Door Friends are Best
Gray & Halle discuss couples retreats, manly men's conferences and the tension inside Jesus' bride.
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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 -
Long Heeled Slipper with Bob Dassie
Rob Stassie (Bob Dassie, WeirDass) is divided about leaving his band Split Decision.
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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 -
John the B with Maria Randazzo
Marla Rosalotti (Maria Randazzo, The Problem with Jon Stewart) is a baptismal dunker known as The Big D.
Maria Randazzo: @mariafreakingrandazzo
Go to butcherbox.com/mega and use code mega to get free ground beef for life plus $20 off your first box.
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
Customer Reviews
Always evolving!
This podcast just keeps getting better and better! I especially like the “doing life together” episodes , or when Day is on the show. The banter and chemistry between Gray and Holly is awkwardly perfect. Do you think it’s time for Clay Mason Bannerman, or one of the daughters to make an appearance?
paid for premium, but getting ads after update
MEGA is my favorite podcast, particularly at this time in the world where news is grim and we are more stressed out and on edge. Smart and hilarious. I love them so much that I paid for Premium ad-free for a year. Suddenly though--the ads are back. I recently updated the iphone and wondered if that's the reason. I don't know how to figure this out.
Thank you for making this show!!
This podcast is so funny but it also has been a really helpful place for me to examine my own past growing up with the church. It’s been really eye opening in a way I did not expect and I’ll be honest, there’s moments that I realize OH that’s where that anxiety comes from! I recommend it to almost everyone I know in person and definitely recommend it to all internet strangers.
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