Bonus Bang: 2026 Tour, Columbus (Paul F. Tompkins, Dan Lippert, Hannah Pilkes, Ryan Gaul)
Summary
Scott Aukerman hosts a live Comedy Bang Bang episode from Columbus, featuring Paul F. Tompkins as the eccentric hot air balloon pilot Shammy and Dan Lippert as the deceased NBA legend Bill Walton. The improv-heavy show includes Shammy’s bizarre tales of violence and romance, followed by Walton’s surreal commentary on heaven and pop culture. The episode is part of the "Swish You Were Here" series and promotes the 2026 Ground Beefing Tour.
Topics discussed
Intro, WISE ad, and Columbus tour announcement
Live show intro and hotel shooting story
Interview with Shimmy: Hot air balloon pilot persona
Shimmy's absurd backstory and hot air balloon logistics
Shimmy roleplays romance and declares love
Squarespace and Mack Weldon ads
Bill Walton arrives and discusses movies
Bill Walton pitches 'Columbone' game show
Wayfair ad read
Interview with Pamela the Goose
Pamela plays The Bachelor with Shimmy
Carolyn's dental drama and breakup with Dr. Toombs
Listen ad-free on Castria