Robert Klein: podcast appearances and interviews

Robert Klein, born on February 8, 1942, is an American stand-up comedian, singer, and actor known for his work on stage and screen. He has released four standup comedy albums including A Child of the 50s, Mind Over Matter, New Teeth, and Let's Not Make Love. The first two albums received Grammy Award nominations for Best Comedy Album. Klein hosted Saturday Night Live during its first season in 1975 and again in 1978. His Broadway debut came in 1966 in The Apple Tree, where he performed opposite Alan Alda, and he was nominated for a Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical for his role in Neil Simon's They're Playing Our Song in 1979. He starred in his own television show, Robert Klein Time, which aired on USA Network from 1986 to 1988. In film, Klein is recognized for roles in movies such as The Owl and the Pussycat, Mixed Nuts, One Fine Day, Primary Colors, The Safety of Objects, Two Weeks Notice, How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, and Reign Over Me. His television appearances include recurring roles on Law & Order: SVU, The Good Wife, Madam Secretary, and Will & Grace. Klein has received two Primetime Emmy Award nominations for his specials Child in His 50s and Unfair and Unbalanced. He was the subject of the Starz documentary Robert Klein Still Can't Stop His Leg in 2016.