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Hosted by Chicago comedians and comedy · education · EN · 24 episodes
A Professor and a Comedian Walk Into a Bar, PCWB, is a podcast co-hosted by Chicago comedians and comedy producers Mike Knight & Samir Abdul, and Sepehr Vakil, an Associate Professor in the School of Education and Social Policy at Northwestern University. PCWB is co-produced by a phenomenal group of undergraduate students from Northwestern University, and produced by filmmaker and DePaul Professor Raphael Nash. PCWB is a highly original project born out of a desire to merge the worlds of academia and comedy, and have honest, informed, and engaging conversations about the complex cultural, political, and scientific issues that impact all of our lives. Tune in, subscribe, and share!
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Signup to Generate a PitchA Professor and a Comedian Walk Into a Bar, PCWB, is a podcast co-hosted by Chicago comedians and comedy producers Mike Knight & Samir Abdul, and Sepehr Vakil, an Associate Professor in the School of Education and Social Policy at Northwestern University.
Recent episodes include "Rami Abushhab: Finding the Funny in Seriousness" (7 July 2026, 51 minutes), "Rami Abushhab: Finding the Funny in Seriousness" (7 July 2026, 51 minutes), and "Talking Comedy, Directing, and Life with Award-Winning Filmmaker Dan Perlman" (8 June 2026, 44 minutes).
PCWB - A Professor & a Comedian Walk Into a Bar publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 60 minutes across 24 episodes.
Booking probability for PCWB - A Professor & a Comedian Walk Into a Bar is 30%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. PCWB - A Professor & a Comedian Walk Into a Bar requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. PCWB - A Professor & a Comedian Walk Into a Bar's contact route on record: verified email.
The strongest fits for PCWB - A Professor & a Comedian Walk Into a Bar are Universities & Colleges and Artists, Writers & Performers. PCWB - A Professor & a Comedian Walk Into a Bar has an education audience.
PCWB - A Professor & a Comedian Walk Into a Bar is an education show with 24 episodes published.
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Episode #13
In this episode of PCWB, we talk with award-winning comedian and actor Rami Abushhab about comedy, acting, storytelling, and the experiences that have shaped his career. We discuss his journey from stand-up to...
Episode #13
<p>In this episode of PCWB, we talk with award-winning comedian and actor Rami Abushhab about comedy, acting, storytelling, and the experiences that have shaped his career. We discuss his journey from stand-up to...
Episode #12
<p>In this episode of PCWB, we talk with award-winning filmmaker and actor Dan Perlman about comedy, directing, storytelling, and the lessons he’s learned throughout his career. We discuss his journey in film and...
Episode #11
<p>In this episode of PCWB, we talk with Northwestern Professor Uri Wilensky, recent recipient of the Yidan Prize. We discuss his intellectual journey, the evolution of learning sciences, agent-based modeling and...
Episode #10
<p>In this episode of PCWB, we talk with Northwestern students Jackson Heller and Mateo Garcia-Bryce about Northwestern’s comedy scene, The Prattic, and Fringe Fest 2026. We also explore the longer legacy and history of...
Episode #9
<p>On this episode of PCWB, the crew sits down with Zimbabwean comedian Learnmore Jonasi for a candid and hilarious conversation about his journey from performing in Africa to navigating the comedy scene in America...
Episode #8
<p>On this episode of PCWB, co-host Samir Abdul sits down with Haitian comedian TJ for a funny, honest conversation about immigrant life, finding your voice in standup, and why Chicago feels like a “real city” in a way...
Episode #7
<p>The Destined Legend, Leon Rogers joins the podcast to talk all things comedy, growing up in Chicago, the next generation and some of the most hilarious stories from a Chicago Legend! </p><p>Tap the link in bio to...
Episode #4
<p>Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss joins the podcast for a wide-ranging conversation on ICE raids, housing pressures, and his vision for Evanston’s future—plus candid takes on what’s next for the city and its residents. Tap...
Episode #3
<p>The crew sits with immigration attorney Mark Atkinson, esq. to discuss the ongoing crisis in Sudan, and the legality of ICE's occupation in Chicago. </p><p>Tap the link in bio to also listen on Spotify, Apple, or...
Episode #2
<p>Taped on-campus at UCLA, the crew sits with the esteemed professor of Gender Studies, African-American Studies, and Information Studies, Safia Noble, PhD! </p><p>The group discusses the connections between...
Episode #1
<p>Welcome to Season 2! Samir, Sepehr & Mike kick the season off with the super talented comedian & writer, Zaid Fouzi! </p><p>The group discusses all things Riyadh Comedy Festival in Saudi Arabia and the controversy...
PCWB - A Professor & a Comedian Walk Into a Bar
<p>Samir, Sepehr & Mike react to the assassination of right-wing influencer, Charlie Kirk, and the socio-political implications of his death.</p><p>Thank you for supporting our channel, Please share this video on your...
Episode #12
<p>Welcome Back! We're adding to our co-host roster – let's welcome, rising star, Samir Abdul to the PCWB squad!</p><p>Samir Abdul, originally from Darfur, Sudan, is an international comedian shaking up Chicago’s comedy...
Episode #11
<p>Recorded in front of a live audience at Northwestern University, Sepehr and Mike welcome renowned stand-up, actress and podcaster, Zainab Johnson, and esteemed professor of African American Studies, kihana maraya...
Episode #10
<p>Sepehr & Mike have an impromptu convo to catch up on the recent grant terminations by the Trump administration, and how they are affecting their work, Northwestern, and academia at-large.</p><p>Listen to A Professor...
Episode #9
<p>This week on PCWB, we’re diving into the state of journalism today and if artificial intelligence has a place, segregation versus self-selection, and everyone's current fave hot topic, the cost of eggs, with Senior...
Episode #8
<p>It's Women's History month, and Sepehr & Mike talk with statistician Elizabeth Tipton on why finding your people and building community is a necessity when working in STEM as a woman. Plus, they explore America's...
Episode #7
<p>In Episode 7: Is America still appealing to immigrants? Is Trump undoing history? What does black conservatism look like these days? Mike and Sepehr chat with Professor Saida Grundy and comedian Clark Jones about...
Episode #6
<p>In our 6th episode Mike and Sepehr chat with Professor Julissa Muniz and comedians Kathryn Gongaware and Kyrie Da Comic about prison, policies and politics. Tune in! </p><p>This episode was recorded before the 2024...
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