Ask Iliza Anything Creators & Guests

Iliza Shlesinger is a comedian, winner of NBC's Last Comic Standing, and went on to host the syndicated dating show Excused as well as the TBS comedy & game show Separation Anxiety. She briefly hosted her own late-night talk show called Truth & Iliza on Freeform and currently hosts the Ask Iliza Anything Podcast.

Emily loves championing movies that have been overlooked or unfairly criticized, and takes great delight in comparing them to so-called classics. If she can change one person's mind about Showgirls, she'll feel she's done her part in this world.

Diablo Cody is an American writer, director, and producer, she first became known for her candid memoir, Candy Girl: A Year in the Life of an Unlikely Stripper, she achieved critical acclaim for her debut feature film script, Juno, winning awards such as the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay, the BAFTA Award for Best Original Screenplay, the Independent Spirit Award for Best First Screenplay, and the Writers Guild of America Award for Best Original Screenplay.

Jonathan Kite is an actor, comedian and impressionist. He is perhaps best known for his role as Oleg Golishevsky on 2 Broke Girls.

Justin Willman is a magician, actor, entertainer, comedian, and television personality.

Alex Williamson is the Chief Brand Officer at Bumble.

Neal Brennan, born October 19, 1973, is an American comedian, writer, director, and producer, best known for co-creating and co-writing the iconic sketch comedy series "Chappelle's Show" with Dave Chappelle. Brennan's work on the show, earned him widespread acclaim and multiple Emmy nominations. He has also directed and written for numerous television shows, stand-up specials, and films, including "Half Baked" and his critically praised one-man show "3 Mics," which showcases his range from comedy to deep personal reflection.

Sarah Colonna is an American comedian, actress, and writer best known for her work on the late-night talk show Chelsea Lately. Colonna has also made notable guest appearances on shows such as Scare Tactics, Shameless, and Insatiable. She authored two New York Times bestselling memoirs, Life As I Blow It (2012) and Has Anyone Seen My Pants? (2015). Colonna has also appeared in films like Back in the Day (2014) and Killing Hasselhoff (2017). She continues to tour as a stand-up comedian.

Oliver Trevena is best-known for his acting & for regularly hosting the hugely popular celebrity chat show, Young Hollywood (2007).

Owen Benjamin is a comedian, pianist, actor, and the host of Why Didn't They Laugh?.

Bob Saget was a stand-up comedian, actor, director, and television host, best known for his role on the television sit-com, "Full House".

Peter Kareiva is the Chief Scientist for The Nature Conservancy, where he is responsible for developing and helping to implement science-based conservation throughout the organization and for forging new linkages with partners.

Jo Koy, born Joseph Glenn Herbert on June 2, 1971, in Tacoma, Washington, is a Filipino-American stand-up comedian. He has Netflix specials, including Jo Koy: Live from Seattle (2017) and Jo Koy: In His Elements (2020), where he highlights his experiences growing up in a Filipino household and addresses cultural themes with humor and warmth. Koy has also made numerous appearances on late-night shows and comedy platforms like Chelsea Lately. Beyond stand-up, Koy has ventured into acting and writing.

Megan Beth Koester is an American comedian, writer, journalist, and actress who regularly performs stand-up comedy in Los Angeles, CA. Since 2013, she has been a contributor for Vice Magazine, writing about media, comedy, the entertainment industry, feminism, and Los Angeles culture.

Jodi Miller is a stand-up comedian, writer, actress, and author known for appearing on the 9th season of America's Got Talent.

Alonzo Bodden is a comedian and actor known for winning the third season of the television show Last Comic Standing. He had been the runner-up in the previous season.

Jennifer Kirkman is a stand-up comedian, screenwriter, podcaster, and actress.

Jay Mohr is an actor, comedian, and radio host.

Julieanne Smolinski is a writer and producer, known for Black Monday (2019), Grace and Frankie (2015), and Sex & Drugs & Rock & Roll (2015).