Mike Birbiglia: The Only Way To Deal With Life, And Death, Is Jokes

Comedian Mike Birbiglia's new one man show is an exploration of life and mortality, told the only way he knows: with jokes. "The Old Man and the Pool" is at the Vivian Beaumont Theater through January 15th. #Colbert #Comedy #MikeBirbiglia #LateShowLIVE #ColbertLIVE #Election2022
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[@briesullivan6149]

This made me so happy to see Mike Birbiglia being his awesome self and to hear about all his side projects as well as the new show! He's a delight!

[@krisfrederick5001]

I had no idea who he was but I like him

[@MonkeyJedi99]

Joey Bag-a-donuts' brother is doing really well for himself!

[@susanavilez9302]

Death is a part of life, that no matter who we are, or where we're from the sense of loss is universal and connects us. I've lost parents and 3 of my 6 siblings and every day I think of them. Lost 6 relatives during the pandemics and it was blow, so many so close together. Life goes on until it doesn't love it while you can.

[@lb5368]

Good for you, Mike! I saw him perform this show in Seattle earlier this year and it was so funny and deep and thoughtful....Just everything we love about Mike Birbiglia 🥰 ETA: What a treat it must have been for him to have Tom Hanks quoting his own bits back to him!! Two national treasures, right there.

[@aaronpeart]

Birbigs is one of the best storytellers out there. I can't wait for his new show.

[@JonnyDIY]

Congratulations on Broadway and the new Movie Birbigggs 💕👍

[@teresas8173]

All the late night hosts have helped so much during The trump presidency, his continued post- presidency insanity, covid, J6, the Big Lie, GOP fascism, etc. Comedy is a must when trying to deal with at all the crap America is going through.

[@bjdefilippo447]

I'm gonna need it a lot longer. Florida election results weren't ideal.

[@teresas8173]

@@bjdefilippo447 I know, along with Texas and Ga is close too! I don’t know why anyone would vote for these corrupt GOP candidates…they offer little to anyone except the privileged while pretending to be for the average American. It’s so obvious! It seems people have lost their bs detectors, pay little attention to the issues, don’t care about integrity, are bigoted and democracy no big deal to them! I’m fortunate to be in a blue state. I wish you luck in Florida. This country is so divided, it’s not going to get better anytime soon.

[@thedex2001]

I LOVE Mike Birbiglia! My favorite Comedian/Storyteller! Just LOVE him!

[@jeannekeller1275]

This wonderful show is now available on Netflix. Don't miss it! He is a gem.

[@dianeselken5354]

Freakin' love Mike Birbiglia!!!!! Needed this after the election results! Thanks, Stephen and Mike! xoxo

[@michaeldiogenesbest6127]

An Haiku for All of You: "Whatever you do If it isn't any fun You're doing it Wrong" Always try to have way too much fun. It's Important.........

[@bethhawks8678]

I love both of these men so much. This is great!

[@emptycloset5645]

Love Mike. Can’t wait for another Netflix special

[@vanessawhitneypro]

Saw his show in Los Angeles! Don't miss it!

[@marvinmartin4692]

Love Mike! Should have his own show!!!

[@Susweca5569]

In 2005 I had a small stroke but was still able to communicate when it was happening. When the paramedic arrived, I was in the fetal position on my living room floor and all 5 of my cats were on top of me purring at the top of their lungs. They knew something was wrong. The paramedic had a confused look on his face and I mumbled "Welcome to Pussy Palace." He started laughing and said "You'll live." Humor helps...

[@BrandonCroker]

I adore this man.

[@yarterj77]

im so happy to see a happy miky B . love ya man

[@NewMessage]

Perfect Birb to iglia ratio. 5 stars.

[@clearfield2009]

Went to Lincoln center that Sunday. Birbiglia is so love able glia

[@LvndrHppE2]

I wanted to hear him and Tom Hanks do the bit.

[@Omni0404]

I've loved him since Bob and Tom. His famous sleep walking story lmao

[@MISNM0]

Bob and Tom!!!! And Chick and Kristie! (Sp.?)

[@markatkinson9963]

I have heard that story multiple times and it never gets old.

[@dark_neverland]

Love Birbigs!!!!!

[@ChipCrisper]

Doesn't Mike kinda sorta look like a young Tom Hanks? Just noticed that

[@Tropicallyglutenfree]

If Tom hanks and Mike Myers had a man

[@mariyamwaniki]

He isn't that young.

[@sharonthompson672]

@@Tropicallyglutenfree 😆😆😆👍

[@krisfrederick5001]

Tom Hanks is truly known to us. Thanks only to the Colbert Questionnaire.

[@Domdrok]

I saw this show in Pittsburgh! It was great!

[@nicolamcguinness8689]

Lou Jacobi talk about Herschel’s Bernardi

[@karenm2334]

Mike Birbiglia! Joe Bags!

[@claires9100]

Exactly the 'absurdity' philosophy of Albert Camus.

[@Rimmsolin]

So glad the Birbs is getting national attention. Congrats man.

[@elguero9279]

Mike Bahooski. Love this guy. Been wondering where he has been the last many years.

[@Tonyhouse1168]

Mike Birbigglebugs!

[@reneekad]

Good. Another straight from the source.

[@buddhavskungfu]

He looks like tom hanks

[@JarradL]

Sounds like a great show

[@reneekad]

Boots Butler was going to teach me to do the butterfly stroke

[@johansoto518]

Lol, he looks like Michael Kosta's twin!!

[@Bass.sick.b1tch]

The Bigs rules

[@odepoikanen]

So lovely and fresh to see someone who doesn't sound scripted.

[@Xx-ib6bf]

Mike Birbiglia is so funny! Would've liked to see Stephen give him more laughs & props for his comedy.

[@mtranchi]

Go Cape Cod!!!

[@angelariebli4843]

BAGGADONUTS!!!

[@opiaetus1061]

This guy would be a good late night host, in some universe where people read Ulysses and play chess, but he would definitely a good one.

[@jaredl8590]

He was great when he guest hosted for Kimmel.

[@TheInkPitOx]

I want the latest cold open. The parody of Queen.

[@aununally4274]

I've never seen this Mike birbiglia before.

[@michaeldiogenesbest6127]

Thjs guy reminds me of Norm Macdonald............

[@McLKeith]

Jokes aren't a bad way to deal with life and death. But they aren't the only way.

[@Monika-mh2je]

I can't wait to see the movie:The man called Otto. The book is beautiful ,highly recommended original title is: The man called Ove

[@dc37009]

Mike Birbiglia is Tom Hanks little brother ! : )

[@reneekad]

Theyd say me & my cuz Katie were like twins.

[@reneekad]

Does it matter where I saw Cocoon in the theaters?

[@jimmyispromo]

He kinda murmurs and slurs.... love the man, hope he's really doing okay. Wonder what he drank or took. Stay healthy my friend

[@lilpsyche6971]

Might have drank to destress from the election. I'd get drunk too, quite the nail bitter XD

[@wendydarling5790]

Lol. Every time he's on a show somebody says this. It's just the way he talks. 🤷‍♀️

[@lb5368]

This is normal Mike Birbiglia. He is always the same (if you haven't seen his specials, go watch! He's so funny and deep).

[@DFTBA.]

Anyone else going straight to Mike's TikTok page to find Tom Hanks doing his lines? :)

[@meganbarber3599]

No idea who he is but that was a cute Tom Hanks story.

[@simar7454]

but don't tell anyone

[@yurielcundangan9090]

we need Leaders to help restore Republic and rebuild America's Souls

[@jerryp6001]

What he should have said....was nothing

[@genemadlon295]

I knowwww… I’m in the future tooooo….

[@christopherdaly1399]

Is MB really drunk or is he just a really good actor?

[@ashleywaner1284]

I was thinking he was drunk as well. Nerves got to him so he had a few, but still love him.

[@nathanashley623]

Mike always talks like that during live shows

[@reneekad]

Where did I repost that poloroid with me and Marc the night I did that hands dance?

[@fluffybbpeachhun6768]

100+ if you don't share you're actual vote.

[@giaafshar8419]

wtf steven show his clip

[@reneekad]

Well at least elections are over.

[@sir_vix]

Mike is looking good. Has he lost some weight or something?

[@expectationlost]

show the tiktok

[@nicholasschoonbeck6866]

Does he always sound like he's a little drunk?

[@wendydarling5790]

Yup, pretty much.

[@Jivolt]

Now, what he should’ve said… was nothing.

[@gerbmcnuggets5466]

“Democracy is dying live on our show but please tell us more about how many famous people you know! Ha Ha Ha!”

[@philoctetes_wordsworth]

WHY DID YOU RUIN DOCTOR WHO?

[@yurielcundangan9090]

we need Leaders to help restore Republic and rebuild America's Sould

[@sir_vix]

Yes, America's soldering is in desperate need of repair. Also its brazings and welds.

[@wickedeye00]

Was he drunk?

[@h7opolo]

I gave this video its 441st thumbs up.

[@SherryEllesson]

Is he drunk?

[@VanessaVortex]

Fourth!

[@DanceLuvah1416]

Second

[@artemisqueen2]

This guy is drunk or what?

[@wendydarling5790]

Or what

[@markphc99]

He sounds drunk , by design

[@GhostaZZ]

First?

[@RK-it9jb]

Yes!

[@justsaying14]

Here's your prize 🍪

[@Alexis84DE]

Serious question - and I really don't mean this disparagingly but I got the impression Mike was on something or drunk, his demeanor seemed very weird. Anyone else get that vibe?

[@direwolf6234]

he mentioned health problems ... maybe related .. not drunk ...

[@FreakieFan]

He has tourettes I believe. He probably takes medication for it.

[@0066keith]

He has REM Sleep Disorder, and once went off a motel balcony Almost bled to death. Other than that, this is just kinda how he is. His early stand-up comedy is brilliant

[@jpt9328]

He always talks like that.

[@DanielTsosie]

Well, plus it is live so can't really clean it in post :P

[@zero11010]

His comedy is really interesting! He tells these long form stories on stage that involve a lot of emotionality and heartache. It’s a little bit like Hannah Gasby, except Mike is funny and interesting.

[@aununally4274]

Are you going to find out how very very old I am. I used to watch this Man called Foster Brooks. He was perfect exactly like he was drunk all the time yet he never drank he was a teetotaler. Not a drunk at all. But when you saw his act you thought he was drunk and he was very very funny. This Mike birbiglia. He sounds and acts like Foster Brooks. Not quite as good . If I didn't know any better I would say this Mike birbiglia is drunk now for at least a little bit high.

[@sullivanspapa1505]

I turned this interview off in minutes; tedious. Colbert had to be in desperate need of a personality last night; Too bad he didn’t get one! While I admire Colbert this last half Live show was a dud!

[@rottensquid]

Yeah, he doesn't seem that funny. Of course, he actually has a joke about that. "Someone said to me at a party once, 'Oh, yeah, you're a comedian? Then how come you're not funny now?' And I just wanted to say, 'Well, I'm just going to take this conversation we're having and then repeat that to strangers, and then that's the joke. You're the joke. Later.'" This joke always kills.

[@jeremybenoit759]

Well he came to the right place then, Stephen Colbert and his show is just one big joke.

[@Turbojonny5]

You sound jealous 😂

[@josephbrown8949]

WORST CLOSE CAPTIONING EVER. Seriously WORST CLOSE CAPTIONING EVER. Try Copytalk.

[@AnthonyTorres32892]

They love you.

[@emu_warrior]

Is he drunk, or is that how he talks?

[@jayclark8284]

50 and haven't lived in the states since the 90s...no idea who this dude was. It he drunk or is that hi schtick? SC seemed a bit annoyed with him and this is I think the least funny interviews Ive ever seen.🥱

[@primitivedaisy]

What? Did you even watch it? Don’t know what your talking about"

[@jayclark8284]

@@primitivedaisy yes I watched it...he just didn't say anything funny. He seems slurred in his speech, so I assumed he was slushed.

[@pauladolfs9473]

Is he drunk?

[@kitcoffey7194]

for the last time, it's how he talks