The Gun Is A Pie (Dan Mintz, Patty Guggenheim, Charlie McCracken)
Summary
Scott Aukerman interviews stand-up comedian Dan Mintz, who voices Tina Belcher on *Bob’s Burgers*, about his new animated special *Well-Rounded Entertainer* and his one-liner style. The episode features a prank where Albert Gans pretends to be Ali G, leading to an absurd standoff involving Inspector Jack Cates and stolen guns. Mintz discusses his career, crowd work fears, and the unique visual approach of his latest YouTube release.
Topics discussed
Mint Mobile Ad and Show Intro
Welcome and Introduction of Guest Dan Mintz
Dan Mintz's Background and Shyness
Discussion on Stand-up Nerves and Crowd Work
Bob's Burgers Injury and Character Voices
The Animated Special 'Well-Rounded Entertainer'
Writing Career and New Projects
Sponsor Breaks: Squarespace, Mack Weldon, Wayfair
Ali G Confusion and Albert Gans Arrival
Albert Gans: Gang Story and Gun Standoff
Sponsor Breaks: LinkedIn and Coop Sleep Goods
Albert Gans: Soap Opera and Cryo Baby Backstory
The Soup Opera Pitch and Marguerite Call
Plugs, Tour Dates, and Plug Bag Remix
Outro and SimpliSafe Ad
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