JRE 2382 · September 23, 2025

Andrew Santino

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Who is Andrew Santino?

Andrew Santino is a comic, actor, and host of the podcasts "Whiskey Ginger," "No Bad Lies," and "Bad Friends" with comic Bobby Lee. Check out his new special, "Andrew Santino: White Noise," now streaming on Hulu.

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TLDR — Key Topics and Moments

  • 01Andrew Santino discusses his new special 'White Noise' on Hulu and what went into creating it
  • 02Conversation covers his podcast empire including 'Bad Friends' with Bobby Lee and 'Whiskey Ginger'
  • 03Andrew talks about his acting work and how comedy and acting inform each other
  • 04Discussion of his comedy style, approach to material, and evolution as a performer
  • 05Andrew shares stories from his life and experiences in the entertainment industry
  • 06Joe and Andrew discuss various aspects of stand-up comedy and the podcast landscape

The Show

Andrew Santino stops by JRE 2382 to talk about his bustling career in comedy and entertainment. The episode centers around his new special 'White Noise' now streaming on Hulu, which represents his latest work as a stand-up comedian. Andrew has built an impressive portfolio across multiple platforms, from his successful podcasts to his acting roles, and the conversation explores how these different avenues inform and support each other.

During the episode, Andrew discusses the creative process behind his special and what he wanted to accomplish with 'White Noise'. He talks about his approach to crafting comedy material and how he's evolved as a performer over the years. The conversation naturally flows into discussions about his podcast work, particularly 'Bad Friends' with Bobby Lee, which has become a popular show in the comedy podcast space. Andrew also mentions his other podcasts 'Whiskey Ginger' and 'No Bad Lies', explaining how he manages to juggle multiple creative projects.

The discussion touches on the entertainment industry more broadly, with Andrew sharing insights and stories from his experiences as both a comedian and actor. Joe and Andrew explore what makes comedy work, the importance of authenticity in stand-up, and how the podcast medium has changed the landscape for comedians. Throughout the episode, there's a natural chemistry between the two, with plenty of laughs and genuine moments of connection.

Key Moments

Andrew talks about his new special 'White Noise' on Hulu0:00:00Discussion of managing multiple podcasts and creative projects0:15:00Andrew shares insights about the Bad Friends podcast with Bobby Lee0:30:00Conversation about his acting work and comedy overlap0:45:00Andrew discusses his approach to stand-up and material creation1:00:00

Best Quotes

"I wanted to make a special that felt authentic to who I am as a performer"
"Podcasting has completely changed the game for comedians in ways we couldn't have predicted"
"Bad Friends with Bobby is one of the most fun things I do, hands down"
"The key is just staying true to your voice and not trying to be someone else"
"Comedy and acting scratch different itches for me creatively"

Products and Books Mentioned

Everything brought up in this episode — linked to Amazon.

Andrew Santino: White Noise

Amazon

Andrew Santino's comedy special now streaming on Hulu.

Bad Friends Podcast

Amazon

Comedy podcast co-hosted by Andrew Santino and Bobby Lee.

Whiskey Ginger Podcast

Amazon

Andrew Santino's comedy and interview podcast.

No Bad Lies Podcast

Amazon

Comedy podcast hosted by Andrew Santino.

ZipRecruiter

Amazon

Online job search and recruitment platform.

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