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Ike Barinholtz is a writer, director and actor best known for his numerous roles on MADtv and other hit comedies like The Mindy Project, The Afterparty and Blockers. In this episode, he talks to Guy about his early origins in the Chicago comedy scene, and how a pivot from acting to screenwriting saved his career.
Links from the show:
Gay Straight Guys MADtv sketch
Ike as an Abercrombie model on MADtv
Ike on Eastbound and Down
Funny moments between Ike and Mindy Kaling on The Mindy Project
Trailer for The Oath
History of the World Part 2 Trailer
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