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51. The Official Hacks Podcast (2022 Podcast Series)

Talk-Show

In each episode, Hacks creators Lucia Aniello, Paul W. Downs and Jen Statsky will be joined by a special guest who will bring their own experiences in comedy and Hollywood to a behind-the-scenes roundtable about the making of the show.

Stars: Lucia Aniello, Paul W. Downs, Jen Statsky

52. Little America (2020–2022)
Episode: The Grand Prize Expo Winners (2020)

TV-14 | 32 min | Comedy, Drama

Hardworking mom Ai grapples with motherhood and her own identity on an Alaskan cruise.

Director: Tze Chun | Stars: Angela Lin, X. Lee, Madeleine Chang, Paul W. Downs

Votes: 299

53. Larry King Now (2012–2020)
Episode: Paul W. Downs (2019)

TV-MA | Comedy, Talk-Show

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Stars: Paul W. Downs, Larry King

54. At Home with Amy Sedaris (2017–2020)
Episode: Dips and Dunkers (2020)

TV-14 | Comedy

Amy hosts a party to watch the big game. While not a sporting fan, Amy plays along if it means attracting a younger TV-watching demographic. Amy and a special guest prepare the perfect game-day dip.

Director: Ryan McFaul | Stars: Paul W. Downs, Rachel Dratch, Cole Escola, Bridget Everett

Votes: 22

55. The CollegeHumor Show (2009)
Episode: The Morning After (2009)

TV-14 | 20 min | Comedy

Streeter and Patrick are suspected of murdering America's Hottest College Girl. Even worse, they have hangovers.

Director: Sam Reich | Stars: Pat Cassels, Dan Gurewitch, Jake Hurwitz, Sam Reich

56. Hacks (2021– )
Episode: 1.69 Million (2021)

TV-MA | 31 min | Comedy, Drama

With a little encouragement from Ava, Deborah's unpolished set sparks a career-defining moment.

Director: Paul W. Downs | Stars: Jean Smart, Hannah Einbinder, Carl Clemons-Hopkins, Christopher McDonald

Votes: 1,091

57. Hacks (2021– )
Episode: There Is No Line (2021)

TV-MA | 29 min | Comedy, Drama

An aging comedian, about to lose dates for her Vegas show, meets with a young comedy writer also in trouble due to a scathing joke she tweeted. This could be the beginning of a beautiful relationship-if they don't kill each other first.

Director: Lucia Aniello | Stars: Jean Smart, Hannah Einbinder, Carl Clemons-Hopkins, Kaitlin Olson

Votes: 1,405

58. Hacks (2021– )
Episode: A Gig's a Gig (2021)

TV-MA | 29 min | Comedy, Drama

Ava gains insight into Deborah's past.

Director: Lucia Aniello | Stars: Jean Smart, Hannah Einbinder, Carl Clemons-Hopkins, Kaitlin Olson

Votes: 1,137

59. Hacks (2021– )
Episode: Primm (2021)

TV-MA | 34 min | Comedy, Drama

Ava, who needs to get to know Deborah a little better, joins her on a road trip. With predictably unsettling results.

Director: Lucia Aniello | Stars: Jean Smart, Hannah Einbinder, Carl Clemons-Hopkins, Christopher McDonald

Votes: 1,283

60. Hacks (2021– )
Episode: Falling (2021)

TV-MA | 31 min | Comedy, Drama

Deborah blackmails Marty. Ava has a wild night to remember in Las Vegas that puts everything in perspective.

Director: Paul W. Downs | Stars: Jean Smart, Hannah Einbinder, Carl Clemons-Hopkins, Christopher McDonald

Votes: 1,192

61. Hacks (2021– )
Episode: New Eyes (2021)

TV-MA | 32 min | Comedy, Drama

While Deborah recovers from surgery, she and Ava have a unique bonding experience when Deborah dispels a major misperception about her past.

Director: Lucia Aniello | Stars: Jean Smart, Hannah Einbinder, Carl Clemons-Hopkins, Poppy Liu

Votes: 1,212

62. Hacks (2021– )
Episode: D'Jewelry (2021)

TV-MA | 30 min | Comedy, Drama

At DJ's jewelry expo, Ava comes to better understand Deborah and DJ's complicated mother-daughter relationship. Deborah receives an unexpected piece of ammunition against Marty.

Director: Desiree Akhavan | Stars: Jean Smart, Hannah Einbinder, Carl Clemons-Hopkins, Kaitlin Olson

Votes: 1,101

63. Hacks (2021– )
Episode: Tunnel of Love (2021)

TV-MA | 28 min | Comedy, Drama

DJ's birthday party becomes a surprise dual function. Meanwhile, Deborah and Marty reconnect.

Director: Desiree Akhavan | Stars: Jean Smart, Hannah Einbinder, Carl Clemons-Hopkins, Kaitlin Olson

Votes: 1,029

64. Hacks (2021– )
Episode: Interview (2021)

TV-MA | 26 min | Comedy, Drama

Ava pursues an opportunity while Deborah nervously anticipates her final show.

Director: Lucia Aniello | Stars: Jean Smart, Hannah Einbinder, Carl Clemons-Hopkins, Christopher McDonald

Votes: 957

65. Hacks (2021– )
Episode: I Think She Will (2021)

TV-MA | 35 min | Comedy, Drama

As her final performance at the Palmetto approaches, Deborah must decide whether to put it all on the line.

Director: Lucia Aniello | Stars: Jean Smart, Hannah Einbinder, Carl Clemons-Hopkins, Kaitlin Olson

Votes: 1,195

66. Late Night with Seth Meyers (2014– )
Episode: Jake Tapper/Nicole Byer/Paul W. Downs (2021)

TV-14 | 41 min | Comedy, Talk-Show

Journalist Jake Tapper ("The Lead with Jake Tapper"); actress Nicole Byer ("Vivo" and "Home Economics"); actor Paul W. Downs ("Hacks" and "Hit Job");

Stars: Seth Meyers, Jake Tapper, Nicole Byer, Paul W. Downs

Votes: 16

67. Hacks (2021– )
Episode: There Will Be Blood (2022)

TV-MA | 34 min | Comedy, Drama

Deborah eagerly anticipates trying out her new material on the road, while Ava dreads the fallout of an explosive email.

Director: Lucia Aniello | Stars: Jean Smart, Hannah Einbinder, Carl Clemons-Hopkins, Kaitlin Olson

Votes: 927

68. Hacks (2021– )
Episode: Quid Pro Quo (2022)

TV-MA | 31 min | Comedy, Drama

Deborah embraces tour life. Ava grapples with the value of honesty. Jimmy learns the harsh realities of Hollywood dealmaking.

Director: Lucia Aniello | Stars: Jean Smart, Hannah Einbinder, Carl Clemons-Hopkins, Ming-Na Wen

Votes: 921

69. Hacks (2021– )
Episode: Trust the Process (2022)

TV-MA | 30 min | Comedy, Drama

Deborah continues to workshop her material on the road, as Ava adapts to a new lifestyle. Marcus is overwhelmed by life without Wilson.

Director: Lucia Aniello | Stars: Jean Smart, Hannah Einbinder, Carl Clemons-Hopkins, Laurie Metcalf

Votes: 813

70. Hacks (2021– )
Episode: The Click (2022)

TV-MA | 34 min | Comedy, Drama

A girls' night out finds Ava attempting to connect with her mother--and Deborah embracing some unexpected company.

Director: Paul W. Downs | Stars: Jean Smart, Hannah Einbinder, Carl Clemons-Hopkins, Jane Adams

Votes: 821

71. Hacks (2021– )
Episode: The Captain's Wife (2022)

TV-MA | 36 min | Comedy, Drama

While Deb struggles to connect with her audience on a cruise, Ava finds herself an unexpected hit.

Director: Lucia Aniello | Stars: Jean Smart, Hannah Einbinder, Carl Clemons-Hopkins, Laurie Metcalf

Votes: 919

72. Hacks (2021– )
Episode: Retired (2022)

TV-MA | 35 min | Comedy, Drama

An impromptu detour finds Deborah reckoning with long-held guilt while reconnecting with a former comedian friend.

Director: Paul W. Downs | Stars: Jean Smart, Hannah Einbinder, Carl Clemons-Hopkins, Paul W. Downs

Votes: 827

73. Hacks (2021– )
Episode: On the Market (2022)

TV-MA | 30 min | Comedy, Drama

Deborah and her team head to Los Angeles to pitch her new set as a comedy special.

Director: Lucia Aniello | Stars: Jean Smart, Hannah Einbinder, Carl Clemons-Hopkins, Susie Essman

Votes: 739

74. Hacks (2021– )
Episode: The One, The Only (2022)

TV-MA | 35 min | Comedy, Drama

Deborah prepares to take the stage for her taping as Ava deals with a new opportunity.

Director: Trent O'Donnell | Stars: Jean Smart, Hannah Einbinder, Carl Clemons-Hopkins, Kaitlin Olson

Votes: 1,096

75. Before You Were Funny (2012–2015)
Episode 36: Lucia Aniello, Paul W. Downs (2014 Podcast Episode)

Comedy

It's Couples Week on BYWF. Paulilu dropped by for a literal Cougar Town, Salmonella Pants Man, and a sketch called Let's Be Black People.

Stars: Lucia Aniello, Paul W. Downs, Justin Michael, Jacob Reed

76. The Late Late Show with James Corden (2015–2023)
Episode: Niecy Nash/Paul W. Downs/Smashing Pumpkins (2022)

TV-14 | Comedy, Talk-Show

Actress Niecy Nash (TV series "Reno 911!" and "The Rookie"); actor Paul W. Downs (TV series, "Hacks"); Smashing Pumpkins perform;

Directors: Tim Mancinelli, Glenn F. Clements | Stars: James Corden, Reggie Watts, Niecy Nash, Paul W. Downs

Votes: 9

77. Hacks (2021– )
Episode: Just for Laughs (2024)

TV-MA | 37 min | Comedy, Drama

As Deborah prepares to accept an award in Montreal, Ava does her best to avoid her former employer.

Director: Lucia Aniello | Stars: Jean Smart, Hannah Einbinder, Carl Clemons-Hopkins, Megan Stalter

Votes: 427

78. Paulilu Mixtape (2012– )
Episode: The Dark Knight and 60's Robin (2012)

Comedy

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Directors: Lucia Aniello, Paul W. Downs | Stars: Bevan Bell, Paul W. Downs, Luke Sholl

79. Paulilu Mixtape (2012– )
Episode: Anne Geddes: Beneath the Diaper (2012)

Comedy

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Directors: Lucia Aniello, Paul W. Downs | Stars: Lucia Aniello, Jocelyn Guest, Ryan Yango Jahns, Lee Norris

80. Paulilu Mixtape (2012– )
Episode: Hooker Lawyer (2012)

Comedy

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Directors: Lucia Aniello, Paul W. Downs | Stars: Lucia Aniello, Jackie Clarke, Paul W. Downs, James Evans

81. Paulilu Mixtape (2012– )
Episode: Big Trucks! (2012)

Comedy

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Directors: Lucia Aniello, Paul W. Downs | Star: Paul W. Downs

82. Paulilu Mixtape (2012– )
Episode: Ghost Tits (2012)

Comedy

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Director: Lucia Aniello | Stars: William Daniels, Joseph Dembner, Paul W. Downs, Echo Kellum

Votes: 72

83. Paulilu Mixtape (2012– )
Episode: Illiterate Lit Agent (2012)

Comedy

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Directors: Lucia Aniello, Paul W. Downs | Stars: Patrick Carlyle, Paul W. Downs, Dan Gurewitch, Barak Hardley

84. Paulilu Mixtape (2012– )
Episode: MTV Europe's 'Hey Guys!' (2012)

26 min | Comedy

Mrs Richards seems to know a bit more than usual when she eventually became aware. Naomi, the bride is very worried. Her brother, Richie becomes aware of Demola's ex, Monique.

Directors: Lucia Aniello, Paul W. Downs | Stars: Lucia Aniello, Sophia Bush, Paul W. Downs, Leslie Korein

85. Hacks (2021– )
Episode: Better Late (2024)

TV-MA | 33 min | Comedy, Drama

Deborah and Ava struggle to stay out of one another's orbits -- especially when Deborah lands an unexpected opportunity.

Director: Lucia Aniello | Stars: Jean Smart, Hannah Einbinder, Carl Clemons-Hopkins, Megan Stalter

Votes: 393

86. The McCarthys (2014–2015)
Episode: Unaired Pilot

Comedy

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Director: Fred Savage | Stars: Jake Lacy, Paul W. Downs, Jacki Weaver, Jack McGee

87. Single Siblings (2013– )
Episode: Pilot: Good at Things (2013)

Comedy

Connor and Claire are brother and sister and both unlucky in love. After breaking up with their current partners (Connor by choice Claire not so much) they realize they might be just the ... See full summary »

Director: Meryl Hathaway | Stars: Meryl Hathaway, Chris Alvarado, Paul W. Downs, Mary Holland

88. Harley Quinn (2019– )
Episode: The First Person to Come Back From a Business Conference Without Chlamydia (2023)

TV-MA | 23 min | Animation, Action, Adventure

Ivy attends a conference on the moon, while the Bat Fam rents out Wayne Manor to Scandinavian tourists.

Director: Vinton Heuck | Stars: Kaley Cuoco, Lake Bell, Briana Cuoco, Harvey Guillén

Votes: 565

89. Harley Quinn (2019– )
Episode: Getting Ice Dick, Don't Wait Up (2023)

TV-MA | 23 min | Animation, Action, Adventure

Ivy gets her first taste of fame; Harley tries to bond with the Bat Fam.

Director: Joonki Park | Stars: Kaley Cuoco, Lake Bell, Briana Cuoco, Harvey Guillén

Votes: 575

90. Harley Quinn (2019– )
Episode: Metamorphosis (2023)

TV-MA | 23 min | Animation, Action, Adventure

Harley investigates the sudden death of a hero, while Ivy tries to take down the Jons; Joker announces a career change.

Director: Michael Moloney | Stars: Kaley Cuoco, Lake Bell, Briana Cuoco, Tom Hollander

Votes: 525

91. American Dad! (2005– )
Episode: Productive Panic (2023)

TV-14 | 21 min | Animation, Comedy

Francine becomes an overnight sensation when a famous art dealer discovers her homemade pottery.

Directors: Shawn Murray, Ron Hughart, Brent Woods | Stars: Seth MacFarlane, Wendy Schaal, Scott Grimes, Rachael MacFarlane

Votes: 321

92. Hacks (2021– )
Episode: The Roast of Deborah Vance (2024)

TV-MA | 32 min | Comedy, Drama

After learning there's a Late Night vacancy, Deborah makes sure everything -- and everyone -- is operating at its finest for her roast.

Director: Jeff Rosenberg | Stars: Jean Smart, Hannah Einbinder, Carl Clemons-Hopkins, Megan Stalter

Votes: 297

93. Hacks (2021– )
Episode: Join The Club (2024)

TV-MA | 34 min | Comedy, Drama

Deborah is invited to hang with some of her favorite comedians, Jimmy finally lands a general meeting with Winnie and Marcus recruits Ava for trivia.

Director: Jessica Brunetto | Stars: Jean Smart, Hannah Einbinder, Carl Clemons-Hopkins, Megan Stalter

Votes: 273

94. Hacks (2021– )
Episode: One Day (2024)

TV-MA | 30 min | Comedy, Drama

As Deborah contends with writer's block and Ava with a broken heart, the pair decide to clear their heads in the woods.

Director: Lucia Aniello | Stars: Jean Smart, Hannah Einbinder, Carl Clemons-Hopkins, Megan Stalter

Votes: 247

95. Hacks (2021– )
Episode: Par for the Course (2024)

TV-MA | 35 min | Comedy, Drama

Deborah participates in a golf tournament to get face time with the cable affiliates who could decide her future.

Director: Paul W. Downs | Stars: Jean Smart, Hannah Einbinder, Carl Clemons-Hopkins, Megan Stalter

Votes: 242

96. Hacks (2021– )
Episode: The Deborah Vance Christmas Spectacular (2024)

TV-MA | Comedy, Drama

Deborah braces for Kathy's attendance at her Christmas party, while Jimmy and Kayla refuse to call it quits on the comedian's Late Night dreams.

Director: Lucia Aniello | Stars: Jean Smart, Hannah Einbinder, Carl Clemons-Hopkins, Megan Stalter

Votes: 63

97. Hacks (2021– )
Episode: Yes, And (2024)

TV-MA | Comedy, Drama

A calendar mix-up finds Deborah double-booked - just as an unfortunate supercut of her most problematic early jokes starts circulating.

Director: Paul W. Downs | Stars: Jean Smart, Hannah Einbinder, Carl Clemons-Hopkins, Megan Stalter

Votes: 52

98. In Creative Company (2020– )
Hacks with Lucia Aniello, Paul W. Downs and Jen Statsky (2022 Podcast Episode)

Talk-Show

Q&A on the HBO Max series Hacks with creator/showrunner/EP/writer/director Lucia Aniello, creator/showrunner/EP/writer/actor Paul W. Downs, and creator/showrunner/EP/writer Jen Statsky. Moderated by Mara Webster, In Creative Company.

Stars: Lucia Aniello, Paul W. Downs, Jen Statsky, Mara Webster

99. Hacks (2021– )
Episode: Episode #3.9 (2024)

TV-MA | Comedy, Drama

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Stars: Barry Alan, Paul W. Downs, Ogy Durham, Hannah Einbinder

100. Comedy Bang Bang: The Podcast (2009– )
Coma Pants (2017 Podcast Episode)

Comedy, Talk-Show

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Stars: Lucia Aniello, Paul W. Downs, Zeke Nicholson, Carl Tart