Podcast discussing everything happening in the mighty world of cartoons! Hosted by cartoonists Bob Eckstein & Michael Shaw. Subscribe on iTunes, Google Play and TuneIn

The Cartoon Pad w/ guest Jason Chatfield
This episode of The Cartoon Pad welcomes cartoonist, comic and author Jason Chatfield, His new book with Scott Dooley, "You're not a real dog owner until..." is out now. We chat with Jason about his Process Junkie substack and how his mitigation of social media lets him be much more social!
May 14, 2025/by The Cartoon Pad
The Cartoon Pad w/ guest Don Young
This time on the Pad we chat with Hollywood go-getter, the multi-talented Don Young! From humble beginnings in Toronto, to NYC for acting in TV & Film, to Hollywood, selling screenplays to Carl Reiner and playing pool with Sammy Davis Jr. (after acting together in Cannonball Run). Hanging out with Hannah & Barbara, and chatting with Fara Fawcett about theater... Don has some STORIES! Plus he wrote for Inspector Gadget, Marty's favorite childhood show. He's got a new YA series called THE 4MIDABLES! GO GO Gadget check it out!
January 20, 2025/by The Cartoon Pad
The Cartoon Pad w/ guest Liza Donnelly
On today’s Cartoon Pad, the award-winning New Yorker cartoonist, author, teacher, TED Talk speaker and film producer and director, Liza Donnelly. Her new film project Women Laughing is a featured kickstarter now, check it out and get some great perks! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/womenlaughingfilm/women-laughing
July 27, 2024/by The Cartoon Pad
The Cartoon Pad: Trainwreck of Fun
‘Get Back,’ the episode the public has been hankering for. The boys are back to discuss art and the craft of gag cartooning but never do quite get to it. Don’t say we didn’t warn you.”
March 22, 2024/by The Cartoon Pad
The Cartoon Pad Holiday Show
This holiday episode of The Cartoon Pad offers yuletide greetings, lots of myrrh, some occasional chuckles, and a lot holiday cheer!
December 24, 2023/by The Cartoon Pad
The Cartoon Pad w/ guest James Breakwell
This episode of The Cartoon Pad, the boys do a solid for the writing & cartooning community by having on Substack superstar, James Breakwell (Exploding Unicorn) share hs newsletter tips. https://explodingunicorn.com/
November 10, 2023/by The Cartoon Pad
The Cartoon Pad w/ guest Brandon Hicks
This episode on The Cartoon Pad we chat with cartoonist, playwright, film maker, and author Brandon Hicks. Brandon's cartoons have graced the pages of The American Bystander, National Lampoon, and Weekly Humorist. His new book 'The History of Human Achievement: A Beezle, Buzzle, & Barb Book' is out now.
September 29, 2023/by The Cartoon Pad
The Cartoon Pad w/ guests Scott Dooley & Jason Chatfield
You asked for it, you got it: Two Aussies who have to both be stand-ups, both work for The New Yorker, and both have a new book coming out…humorists Scott Dooley & Jason Chatfield. Pick up the hilarious book, "You're Not A Real Parent Until..." today! More info at https://yourenotareal.com/
June 9, 2023/by The Cartoon Pad
The Cartoon Pad w/ guest Thurber expert, Michael Rosen
Thurber, Thurber, Thurber. That’s all we talk about. Acclaimed poet, bestseller, illustrator and Thurber scholar, Michael Rosen, joins the podcast for this must listen to for any gag cartoonist.
June 2, 2023/by The Cartoon Pad
The Cartoon Pad w/ guest Sarah Morrissette
This episode of The Cartoon Pad welcomes the talented, funny, and so interesting Sarah Morrissette. From California to a Greek island to a hippie commune in Northern CA, then finally to Vienna, Sarah has many fascinating tales and we were happy to get to chat with her about her life and work.
March 28, 2023/by The Cartoon Pad
The Cartoon Pad w/ guest Lars Kenseth
Jets, nibs, poop…we cover it all on this very special episode of The Cartoon Pad starring New Yorker cartoonist, Lars Kenseth.
March 22, 2023/by The Cartoon Pad
The Cartoon Pad w/ guest Ali Solomon
In this episode The Cartoon Pad welcomes author and cartoonist Ali Solomon who shares her secrets of success. Bob and Shaw remember some old New Yorker cartoon editors and how they might have received form rejections from Ali as an intern. Marty adds more sound effects to the show. See Ali's work and links to all her books at https://www.ali-solomon.com/
February 9, 2023/by The Cartoon Pad
The official podcast of asking guests to name the three people they want to invite to a dinner party. Hosted by Gary M. Almeter and Ross Bullen.

The Official Dinner Party Podcast w/ guest Chris Monks
For our Season 1 Finale, Gary and Ross are joined by McSweeney's editor (and #WelcomeToTheJerkFolder curator) Chris Monks.
December 16, 2022/by The Official Dream Dinner Party Podcast
The Official Dream Dinner Party Podcast w/ guest Kimberly Harrington
Gary and Ross are joined by author Kimberly Harrington, who describes her dream dinner party (or, more likely, cocktail party) at an abandoned mansion somewhere in Vermont.
December 7, 2022/by The Official Dream Dinner Party Podcast
The Official Dream Dinner Party Podcast w/ guest Marty Dundics
Gary and Ross are joined by Humorist Media founder Marty Dundics, who has a long list of people he'd like to invite to his dinner party/murder mystery/Roman orgy.
December 2, 2022/by The Official Dream Dinner Party Podcast
The Official Dream Dinner Party Podcast w/ guest Sara K. Runnels
Gary and Ross talk with New Yorker and McSweeney's writer Sara K Runnels about why she would invite the two most important people in human history (plus some other guy) to her dinner party.
November 25, 2022/by The Official Dream Dinner Party Podcast
The Official Dream Dinner Party Podcast w/ guest Keith James
Gary and Ross talk to Keith James, author of the hilarious novel Greg Maxwell's Inferno, who has a very specific vision for his dream dinner party.
November 18, 2022/by The Official Dream Dinner Party Podcast
The Official Dream Dinner Party Podcast w/ guest Carlos Greaves
Gary and Ross talk brisket and Bruno Mars with New Yorker and The Onion writer Carlos Greaves.
November 11, 2022/by The Official Dream Dinner Party Podcast
The Official Dream Dinner Party Podcast w/ Gary and Ross
If you could have dinner with anyone, living or dead, who do you pick? How do you choose? And how can it all go terribly wrong? Hosts Ross Bullen and Gary Almeter ask comedy guests who they would invite and why they are wrong. Get the book today!
October 21, 2022/by The Official Dream Dinner Party Podcast
Comedy talk show that’s explores funny people’s most awkwardly cringeworthy tales. Subscribe on iTunes, Google Play and TuneIn

Talkward w/ guest Bob Eckstein
This episode we go off the grid to a dark cabin deep in the Pennsylvania woods where a recluse has come up for air to chat about his new book baby. Cartoonist, author, and all around creative genius Bob Eckstein chats about his new book The World's Greatest Museums. Order it today! https://bit.ly/footnotesmuseum
May 1, 2024/by Talkward
Talkward w/ guest Carlos Greaves
This episode of Talkward chats with comedy writer Carlos Greaves! His writing has been featured in The New Yorker, NPR, and he is a frequent contributor to the humor site McSweeney’s. His debut book, 'Spoilers: Essays That Might Ruin Your Favorite Hollywood Movies' is available to order now! https://carlosgreaves.com/books/
September 28, 2023/by Talkward
Talkward w/ guest Justin Avery Smith
This week we are talking to comedy writer, pop culture fan, and trekkie, Justin Avery Smith. We chat about cosplay, comedy and his crush on Cmdr William T. Riker. Justin writes for Mcsweeney’s, Slackjaw, RobotButt, The Whole Wheat Post, Points In Case, and Greener Pastures. Follow him @justinaverysmith
August 4, 2023/by Talkward
Talkward w/ guest Mike Reiss
This episode of Talkward welcomes Emmy® award winning humor writer and longtime executive producer of 'The Simpsons' Mike Reiss! His new book 'Santa's Brother Sandy Saves Christmas' is out now and his travel podcast "What Am I Doing Here?" is wherever you get your pods!
March 30, 2023/by Talkward
Talkward w/ guest Marty Beckerman
This episode of Talkward welcomes humor author Marty Beckerman. A former editor at Esquire and MTV News, Beckerman has also written for The New York Times, The Atlantic, Wired, Playboy, Discover, Newsweek, CNET, The Daily Beast, and Mental Floss. His latest book, about a talking cats time traveling adventures to fix the Y2K past is THE TIME MEOWCHINE! Get it today!
March 22, 2023/by Talkward
Talkward w/ guest Jason Roeder
This episode of Talkward welcomes Jason Roeder, author of humor book "Griefstrike! The Ultimate Guide to Mourning". Jason is a former senior editor and senior writer at The Onion as well as a contributor to The New Yorker and McSweeney’s Internet Tendency.
March 9, 2023/by Talkward
Talkward w/ guest Tom McCaffrey
Stand-up comic and author Tom McCaffrey stops by Talkward to chat about his new debut novel 'Born Funny' which tells the tale of the rise of alt comedy through the eyes of a fictionalized version of himself.
February 23, 2023/by Talkward
Talkward w/ guest Sean Conroy
This episode of Talkward comedy writer, teacher, actor, UCB improv, standup comedy performer and all around nice person Sean Conroy chats about his comedy career in stage, TV and podcasting. From networks like Adult Swim,Comedy Central, Seeso, MTV, Spike TV, UPN, NBC and ABC. He was Head Writer and Executive Producer on the amazingly funny shows Mr. Pickles and Gentlemen Lobsters. Listen to his weekly podcast The Long Shot. Visit https://www.seanconroy.com/
February 16, 2023/by Talkward
Talkward w/ guest Mike Sacks
Humor writer raconteur Mike Sacks stops by Talkward to chat about "Welcome to Woodmont College" , his parody of a college catalog co-written with Jason Roeder. It was named one of the best comedy books of the year by New York Magazine's Vulture and you should buy it today! We also discuss the wonders of Maryland, 90s nostalgia, and how he makes things happen for himself in the comedy world.
February 9, 2023/by Talkward
Talkward w/ guests Aaron Augenblick & Katie Wendt
Comedy animation creators Aaron Augenblick and Katie Wendt discuss the wonderfully funny and smart new show 'City Island' on PBSKids. Augenblick Studios has been a trailblazing studio in the world of adult animation with hits like Ugly Americans, The Jellies, Wonder Showzen, Superjail, Death Hacks, and Shorties Watching Shorties- now through the new Future Brain Media, they are making waves in the world of kids animation! Watch 'City Island' at PBSKids.org and see all the projects at https://www.augenblickstudios.com/
February 3, 2023/by Talkward
Talkward w/ guest Kate Herzlin
This episode of Talkward welcomes humor writer Kate Herzlin! Kate, along with co-authors Allison Kelley, Danielle Kraese, and Ysabel Yates wrote the new book, Jokes to Offend Men, which is a cutting, cathartic spin on the old-fashioned joke book. It's refreshingly hilarious, go grab a copy! Follow her @kateherzlin and check out the book http://jokestooffendmen.com
December 23, 2022/by Talkward
Talkward w/ guest Amy Fusselman
This episode of Talkward welcomes Amy Fusselman, author of the new novel 'The Means' which follows the character Shelly Means and her hilarious quest to own a beach house in the Hamptons. Shipping containers, talking dogs, anger management classes, and vision boards make up this very funny book. Follow her @amyfusselman and http://amyfusselman.com
December 1, 2022/by Talkward
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CARTOON: Seized by ICE
Deported Toon. Today's cartoon by Peter Kuper.
June 13, 2025/by Peter Kuper
Things to Do in Los Angeles While Waiting for an Insurrection
We hear that 4,800 of you have been bunking in parking lots or government buildings the last couple of days. This spur of the moment trip didn’t even give you enough time to book a hotel room. Sleeping on concrete is hell on your back. There are some cool boutique hotels in the area, however. The Hotel Figuroa has rooms for as low at $175 a night. But with the $134 million dollars of taxpayer money being spent on your visit, why not splurge out? Stay at the Biltmore. Have dinner at Redbird. Maybe lose the tactical gear. Not a good look for an evening of fine dining.
June 12, 2025/by Gail Mackenzie-Smith
Oldies Station Playlist for Folks in Their 50s, 60s, and 70s
With a Little Help From My Caregiver, Turn! Turn! Turn! Too Late, You Missed the Exit, Help Me, Rhonda, Get Me Out of My Chair, and more!
June 11, 2025/by Philip Witte
Diabetes Drug or Dinosaur
Tirzepatide
Rhinorex
Achelousaurus
and more!
June 10, 2025/by Paul LanderRhinorex
Achelousaurus
and more!

CARTOON: Inverted Ice Age
White-tie optional. Today's cartoon by BIll DeMain
June 9, 2025/by Bill DeMain
CARTOON: Interstellar Misunderstanding
Halley Who? Today's cartoon by Katherine Bettis
June 9, 2025/by Katherine Bettis
#SewerACereal
Pooberry, Yucky Charms, Crapple Jacks, and more #SewerACereal on this week's trending joke game!
June 9, 2025/by Weekly Humorist Hashtag Games
An Open Letter To The Person Who Asked Me What I’m Doing For The Summer As If I Didn’t Have To Work
Summers are for children, college students, and adults who had the foresight to become teachers. It’s also for wealthy freewheeling adults, the kind who make enough money that they scamper off to Lisbon, Patagonia, and Burning Man every June, July, and August, but who somehow also work jobs that don’t mind they are gone most of the summer. Perhaps you have confused me for one of these “fun rich” types. I’m sorry to disappoint, but these multi-colored Tevas on my feet are my attempt to look hip for casual office Fridays, not for cruising the fjords of South America with my polycule.
June 9, 2025/by Elizabeth Simone
iPad Baby: You Don’t Get It, I Have to Give My Baby Constant Access to Content Designed to Be as Addictive as Possible Because Otherwise He Might Do Things.
Yes, the WHO recommends against baby screen time. But they simply don’t understand how hard it is to be a parent. When I take away my baby’s iPad, all he does is try to get my phone from me. And I’m obviously not going to limit my own screen time. I’m not a baby, am I?
June 9, 2025/by Megan Neary
CARTOON: Trumpzilla vs Muskra
In Techbro Color! Today's cartoon by Peter Kuper.
June 7, 2025/by Peter KuperTransaction for patpalechek@gmail.com

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CARTOON: Seized by ICE
Deported Toon. Today's cartoon by Peter Kuper.
June 13, 2025/by Peter Kuper
Things to Do in Los Angeles While Waiting for an Insurrection
We hear that 4,800 of you have been bunking in parking lots or government buildings the last couple of days. This spur of the moment trip didn’t even give you enough time to book a hotel room. Sleeping on concrete is hell on your back. There are some cool boutique hotels in the area, however. The Hotel Figuroa has rooms for as low at $175 a night. But with the $134 million dollars of taxpayer money being spent on your visit, why not splurge out? Stay at the Biltmore. Have dinner at Redbird. Maybe lose the tactical gear. Not a good look for an evening of fine dining.
June 12, 2025/by Gail Mackenzie-Smith
Oldies Station Playlist for Folks in Their 50s, 60s, and 70s
With a Little Help From My Caregiver, Turn! Turn! Turn! Too Late, You Missed the Exit, Help Me, Rhonda, Get Me Out of My Chair, and more!
June 11, 2025/by Philip Witte
Diabetes Drug or Dinosaur
Tirzepatide
Rhinorex
Achelousaurus
and more!
June 10, 2025/by Paul LanderRhinorex
Achelousaurus
and more!

CARTOON: Inverted Ice Age
White-tie optional. Today's cartoon by BIll DeMain
June 9, 2025/by Bill DeMain
CARTOON: Interstellar Misunderstanding
Halley Who? Today's cartoon by Katherine Bettis
June 9, 2025/by Katherine Bettis
#SewerACereal
Pooberry, Yucky Charms, Crapple Jacks, and more #SewerACereal on this week's trending joke game!
June 9, 2025/by Weekly Humorist Hashtag Games
An Open Letter To The Person Who Asked Me What I’m Doing For The Summer As If I Didn’t Have To Work
Summers are for children, college students, and adults who had the foresight to become teachers. It’s also for wealthy freewheeling adults, the kind who make enough money that they scamper off to Lisbon, Patagonia, and Burning Man every June, July, and August, but who somehow also work jobs that don’t mind they are gone most of the summer. Perhaps you have confused me for one of these “fun rich” types. I’m sorry to disappoint, but these multi-colored Tevas on my feet are my attempt to look hip for casual office Fridays, not for cruising the fjords of South America with my polycule.
June 9, 2025/by Elizabeth Simone
iPad Baby: You Don’t Get It, I Have to Give My Baby Constant Access to Content Designed to Be as Addictive as Possible Because Otherwise He Might Do Things.
Yes, the WHO recommends against baby screen time. But they simply don’t understand how hard it is to be a parent. When I take away my baby’s iPad, all he does is try to get my phone from me. And I’m obviously not going to limit my own screen time. I’m not a baby, am I?
June 9, 2025/by Megan Neary
CARTOON: Trumpzilla vs Muskra
In Techbro Color! Today's cartoon by Peter Kuper.
June 7, 2025/by Peter Kuper