Whitmer Thomas Isn't Famous In His Hometown
Summary
Beck Bennett and Kyle Mooney interview comedian and musician Whitmer Thomas, who discusses his new special, his band, and his mother’s unreleased 80s music. The conversation covers the evolution of his sketch group Power Violence, the challenges of promoting live shows, and his preference for being called "Wit." The hosts also share anecdotes about Geek Squad pranks, pimento cheese, and the absurdity of modern podcasting, all while joking about their lack of a clear show format.
Topics discussed
Intro, viral moments, and the 'Zang' callback
Kyle's shock at Trump's presidency and Home Alone gag
Synchronicity, repentance, and introducing the Rockos
Pimento cheese debate and LA restaurant recommendations
Whitmer Thomas intro, fashion trends, and boat shoes
The annoyance of scheduling doctor appointments
Zenni Glasses sponsorship and reading the ad
Whitmer's arrival, coolness, and YouTube presence
The 'morning sex' joke and Whitmer's ideal day
Praise for 'Terminal Crew of Dudes' and music career
Kyle's isolation and Whitmer's name pronunciation
History of the sketch group and DIY comedy shows
Living in the mansion, parties, and SNL ambitions
Transition to music and the difficulty of comedy songs
The origin of the name Bluetooth and media coverage
The grind of promoting shows and social media pressure
Whitmer's mother's band and restoring old tapes
Brainstorming podcast titles and the 'Jobs' concept
Rapid Radios ad and stories of weird jobs
Viral auditions and family euphemisms for gas
The 'nuts in a box' art piece and plumbing jargon
Video store jobs and the best jobs in the universe
Community in jobs and talking to people outside the industry
Hometown reactions and small town market opportunities
Skateboarding lessons and the special's cover photo
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