Martin Olson

Martin Olson

Author: Duncan Trussell Family Hour March 20, 2018 Duration: 1:34:43

What caused the universe to split into a million miserable pieces? Is the Guru system evil? How did Alan Watts negotiate fees for his lectures? Jump onto this existential rollercoaster and enjoy getting your face melted off by the infernal intellect of Martin Olson.

Martin Olson is an American comedy writer, television producer, author and composer. He is known for his unusual subject matter, and is an original member of the Boston Comedy Scene. He is the father of actress Olivia Olson. Olson has received five Emmy nominations, three for television writing and two for song writing. Olson also received an Ace Award for television writing.[1]


You’re invited into a space where laughter and deep inquiry aren’t mutually exclusive. The Duncan Trussell Family Hour unfolds as a series of long-form, meandering conversations that feel more like late-night talks with old friends than formal interviews. Hosted by comedian Duncan Trussell, this podcast regularly ventures into territories many shows avoid, weaving together stand-up comedy’s irreverence with sincere explorations of spirituality, philosophy, and the quirks of modern culture. Episodes often feature a diverse range of guests-from fellow comedians and artists to philosophers, spiritual teachers, and even the occasional psychedelic researcher-all contributing to a unique dialogue that is by turns profoundly thoughtful and absurdly funny. What you’ll hear is a genuine curiosity about the human experience, where discussions about meditation or the nature of consciousness might be punctuated by a ridiculous bit or a personal story from Duncan’s own life. It’s this unpredictable blend that defines the experience, creating a sense of community for anyone who finds humor in existential dread or wisdom in unexpected places. The result is a consistently surprising audio journey that challenges conventional categories, making each episode a unique exploration of what it means to be alive, confused, and occasionally enlightened, all while laughing at the sheer strangeness of it all.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 503

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Podcast Episodes
318: Caitlin Doughty [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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317: Tony Hinchcliffe [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:06:58
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316: Conner Habib [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:33:52
Philosopher, author, occultist, linguist, GENIUS Conner Habib joins the DTFH!Check out Conner's Patreon at: patreon.com/ConnerHabibThis episode is brought to you by Charlotte's Web CBD Oil (use offer code DUNCAN for 10%…
315: David Nichtern [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:37:21
David Nichtern, teacher, author, meditation guide, and award-winning musician, joins the DTFH! Check out David's website at DavidNichtern.com. This episode is brought to you by Squarespace (offer code: DUNCAN to save 10%…
314: Damien Echols [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:16:52
Damien Echols, author, producer and one of the West Memphis Three, joins the DTFH! Duncan & Damien talk magical training, theory, history and Damien's new book, High Magick!Check out Damien's site at DamienEchols.com.Thi…
313: Alan Sacks [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:42:43
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312: Greg Fitzsimmons [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:37:55
Greg Fitzsimmons, comedian, comedy writer, and host of Fitzdog Radio returns to the DTFH and we go deep!!! TRAUMA! PTSD! KETAMINE! MIRACLES! It's all here… This episode is brought to you by Charlotte's Web CBD Oil (use o…
311: Mitch Horowitz [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:11:19
Mitch Horowitz, occult scholar and expert in metaphysics, joins the DTFH!Check out Mitch's new book, The Miracle Club, available now!This episode is brought to you by Squarespace (offer code: DUNCAN to save 10% on your f…
310: Joey Diaz [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:40:19
Joey Diaz, priest, pope, guru, and founder of the Church of What's Happening Now joins the DTFH!This episode is sponsored by Eero (use offer code: DUNCAN at checkout for $100 off!) and Robinhood Financial (get one free s…
309: Emanuel Sferios [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:02:55
Emanuel Sferios, founder of DanceSafe, joins the DTFH! Emanuel & Duncan discuss anti-drug policy & changing perceptions. Then Duncan uncovers a long-forgotten LP by one of America's most-treasured troubadours.This episod…