Comics Tom Papa and Fortune Feimster Host First Original Show on Netflix Is A Joke Radio
“What A Joke with Papa and Fortune” covers everything from their personal lives to the world of comedy.
Popular comedians Tom Papa and Fortune Feimster co-host “What A Joke with Papa and Fortune” weekdays from 10am–12pm ET on Netflix Is A Joke Radio.
“What A Joke with Papa and Fortune” is a hilarious show in which the co-hosts hang out with fellow comedians, interview celebrities, and cover everything from their personal lives and the world of comedy to the day’s trending topics. They also play clips from Netflix’s exclusive and unparalleled library of top comedy specials.
“I just wanted an excuse to spend more time with Fortune. That it’s on Netflix Is A Joke Radio on SiriusXM is really just a bonus,” Papa said.
“I’m so excited for this new venture with Tom and Netflix on SiriusXM,” added Feimster. “I’ve always been told I have a face for radio, and I never knew what that meant until now.”
About Tom Papa
A veteran stand-up comedian who has performed sold-out shows across the nation, Tom has led a successful career in radio, television, film, and the stage.
His first hour special, “Tom Papa Live in New York City,” premiered on Comedy Central in January of 2012 and is available as a download on Netflix. He’s since gone on to host two more television specials and is a regular performer on “The Late Show” with Stephen Colbert and Conan.
Papa also hosts a weekly show on SiriusXM’s Comedy Greats channel, “Come to Papa,” which features him exploring the funny side of life, occasionally with guests like Mel Brooks, Ray Romano, Carl Reiner, and Jerry Seinfeld.
About Fortune Feimster
A stand-up comedian, writer, and actor, Fortune first made a name for herself by becoming a fan favorite on “Chelsea Lately.”
She went on to co-star in “The Mindy Project” for Hulu; “Champions” for NBC; created and starred in the Tina Fey-produced pilot “Family Fortune” for ABC (loosely based on her life); has made many guest appearances on popular shows, such as “Drunk History,” “Dear White People,” and “Office Christmas Party”; had a recurring role on “Life In Pieces”; and is the upcoming voice of Brenda in “Bless The Harts” for FOX, to name a few.
Additionally, Amblin recently acquired two features Fortune co-wrote, “Bad Cop, Bad Cop” and “Field Trip,” both of which she is attached to star in.
Fortune headlines the best comedy clubs across America and has performed stand-up on “Conan” and “Late Night with Seth Meyers,” as well as her own half-hour specials on Netflix and Comedy Central.
