Have You Heard This? with Aaron Hertzog

Aaron Hertzog
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In each episode, Aaron Hertzog is joined by a guest comedian, writer, or creator for an in-depth conversation about the thoughts, observations, obsessions, fears, and other influences that inspire their jokes and motivate their creativity. From hilarious riffs on new joke ideas to discussions about the art that inspires them, their conversations examine the creative process and the thoughts and purpose behind the finished product. Support the show and get BONUS PODCAST EPISODES and COMEDY CONTENT: https://www.patreon.com/aaronhertzog https://aaronhertzog.substack.com/

  1. Mar 7

    Everybody Wants to Fix the NBA with Joel Walkowski

    Aaron is joined by comedian, author, and Big Walkowski Comedy Basketball Tournament founder Joel Walkowski to talk about the phenomenon of basketball fans, writers, and pundits constantly trying to fix the NBA. Joel shares his theories on what the actual problem with the league and its coverage might be, and how the NBA can move forward and embrace the future instead of clinging to its past. Joel’s book, Honolulu Blues: How Loving a Losing Football Team Created a Winning Man, is available for preorder now. Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠Aaron's Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more comedy stuff (for free!) or become a paid subscriber to support the show and receive premium bonus content on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow Aaron: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky

    25 min
  2. Fastball Country with Brian Craig

    01/24/2025

    Fastball Country with Brian Craig

    What do you get when a former Major League middle relief pitcher turned motivational speaker turns Country/Folk musician? Comedian and writer Brian Craig joins Aaron to talk about his hilarious character Fastball Pitcher Bob Gutierrez. They discuss the origins of Bob and his evolution into a musical act, and even come up with an idea or two for a new song Brian is writing for Bob. You can watch a full set from Fastball Pitcher Bob Gutierrez on YouTube and follow both Bob and Brian on Instagram. Bob will also be performing at the SF Sketch Fest on January 29 and 30 at The Lost Church in San Francisco, CA. Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠Aaron's Substack⁠⁠⁠ for more comedy stuff (for free!) or become a paid subscriber to support the show and receive premium bonus content on ⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠. Follow Aaron: ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Bluesky

    1h 8m

  3. 01/11/2025

    Let's Do a Fun One with Keenan Willis

    This week's episode is a crossover episode with The Stretch Four Podcast (Aaron's weekly pod that talks about hoops, hip-hop, culture, and life with Keenan Willis.) Aaron's city is on fire and Keenan joins him to discuss the situation in Los Angeles and reactions to it from the news and social media. They talk about the devastating power of nature, the devastating power of a lack of empathy, the complete lack of purpose for a police force, and more. Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠Aaron's Substack⁠⁠⁠ for more comedy stuff (for free!) or become a paid subscriber to support the show and receive premium bonus content on ⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠. Follow Aaron: ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Bluesky

    1h 7m
  4. Roasting 2024 with Pat Barker

    01/04/2025

    Roasting 2024 with Pat Barker

    ⁠Pat Barker⁠ is a comedian, writer, Commissioner of the International Roast Battle League, and most importantly, Aaron’s longtime friend. Fresh off his work as a writer for Netflix’s Roast of 2024 and the upcoming Golden Globe awards, Pat joins Aaron for a look back at the previous year. They talk about his experience as a writer for these year-end events, the stories that captured Pat’s heart from the past year, and even take a little bit of a look ahead. Subscribe to ⁠⁠Aaron's Substack⁠⁠ for more comedy stuff (for free!) or become a paid subscriber to support the show and receive premium bonus content on ⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠. Follow Aaron: ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Bluesky

    1h 11m
  5. The Apocalypse with Pete Kuempel

    12/27/2024

    The Apocalypse with Pete Kuempel

    Pete Kuempel thought he would be ready for the apocalypse. He watched movies like Mad Max and pictured himself running the rugged terrain, leather-clad from head to toe, leading bands of roaming armies against those who would wish him harm. But now, he’s old. And with armageddon potentially around the corner, he must shift his perception of his role during the end of the world. Pete joins Aaron to discuss facing the end of it all as a man in his twilight years. Subscribe to ⁠Aaron's Substack⁠ for more comedy stuff (for free!) or become a paid subscriber to support the show and receive premium bonus content on ⁠Substack⁠ or ⁠Patreon⁠. Follow Aaron: ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Bluesky

    1h 28m
  6. Nighthawks with Chip Chantry

    12/20/2024

    Nighthawks with Chip Chantry

    Chip Chantry returns to the show this week for a discussion inspired by Edward Hopper’s 1942 oil on canvas work Nighthawks. Chip’s favorite painting kicks off a conversation that covers a wide range of topics including the feeling of being in a normally crowded place in the quiet after-hours of the middle of the night, how diners are one of the great equalizers of American society, and how everything is better when you focus on “the hang.” For more Chip Chantry, you can watch his stand-up comedy special Move Closer on YouTube and follow him on Instagram. Subscribe to Aaron's Substack for more comedy stuff (for free!) or become a paid subscriber to support the show and receive premium bonus content on Substack or Patreon. Follow Aaron: Instagram Bluesky

    1h 24m
  7. Unsolved Mysteries with Sylis P

    12/13/2024

    Unsolved Mysteries with Sylis P

    Philadelphia comedian Sylis P joins Aaron for a conversation inspired by Unsolved Mysteries. You can hear the theme song in your head now, can't you. They talk about the wild range of topics the show covers, and the tone shifts that can cause in the flow of an episode. They also get into other shows in the 80's and 90's true-crime reenactment genre and their effects on the true crime craze of today. It's fun! To support the show and get bonus episodes of Have You Heard This, plus more comedy stuff from Aaron, become a premium subscriber on Substack (⁠aaronhertzog.substack.com⁠) or Patreon (⁠patreon.com/aaronhertzog⁠) For more Sylis P follow him on Instagram and check out his podcast, My Dumbass Mom. #comedy #standup #funny #entertainment #podcast #unsolvedmysteries #truecrime

    1h 1m
  8. The Future with Sam Lindsey

    12/06/2024

    The Future with Sam Lindsey

    On the triumphant return of the Have You Heard This podcast, Los Angeles comedian Sam Lindsey joins Aaron to talk about the future. At the time of recording this episode "the future" included both Halloween and the US Presidential Election. They go beyond the then-future-now-past to talk about emerging technologies, space travel, stupid rich people, and more. For more Sam Lindsey you can listen to him on the Perfect Politics Podcast (https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/perfectpolitics) and follow him on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/instasam20/) To support the show and get bonus episodes of Have You Heard This, plus more comedy stuff from Aaron, become a premium subscriber on Substack (aaronhertzog.substack.com) or Patreon (patreon.com/aaronhertzog) #comedy #standup #funny #entertainment #podcast

    1h 10m
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In each episode, Aaron Hertzog is joined by a guest comedian, writer, or creator for an in-depth conversation about the thoughts, observations, obsessions, fears, and other influences that inspire their jokes and motivate their creativity. From hilarious riffs on new joke ideas to discussions about the art that inspires them, their conversations examine the creative process and the thoughts and purpose behind the finished product. Support the show and get BONUS PODCAST EPISODES and COMEDY CONTENT: https://www.patreon.com/aaronhertzog https://aaronhertzog.substack.com/

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