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

Duncan Trussell Family Hour
Podcast Episodes
308: Ramin Nazer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:41:56
Ramin Nazer, artist, comedian, and host of the Rainbow Brainskull Hour, joins the DTFH to discuss businesses that REALLY CARE, the reality distortion of entertainment, and the how cool it is when your dumb parents finall…
307: Paul Selig [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:29:02
Paul Selig, channeler & writer, joins the DTFH to discuss the after-effects of psychedelic journeys (expanded consciousness, hiding in your room), the limits of our vibratory accord, and psychic infections. Check out Pau…
306: Maja D'aoust [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:22:01
Maja, the White Witch of Los Angeles, joins the DTFH to talk about ritual purification, dragons, and eating sin.Check out Maja's site here.This episode is brought to you by Simple Contacts. Visit simplecontacts.com/dunca…
305: Justin Boreta [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:38:52
Justin Boreta, music producer and 1/3 of The Glitch Mob joins the DTFH to explore the depths of some deep spiritual waters! THE MUSIC IS COMING FROM ALIENS! Ram Dass - Imagine Maui Retreat Campaign The Glitch Mob This ep…
304: Johnny Pemberton! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:48:16
Johnny Pemberton, comedian, actor, mildly knowledgeable gardener, reggae enthusiast, friend to both insects and mammals, and meat-balloon joins the DTFH for a fun one! Listen to Johnny's album: Recorded For Quality Assur…
303: Shawn Pelofsky [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:53:09
Shawn Pelofsky, comedian and 1/10 of the jews from Oklahoma, joins the DTFH as Duncan continues his wanderings through the fields of grief.Shawn Pelofsky’s one hour comedy special STRETCH IT OUT! is now available on Amaz…
302: Jason Louv [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:10:39
Jason Louv, Ultraculture, magick.me, joins the DTFH to talk about death, grief, and the metaphysical plasma that connects all of us.This episode is brought to you by: Squarespace.com Simple Contacts and Stamps.com
301: Anne Lamott and Raghu Markus [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:00:44
My dad, Julian Trussell, passed away 2 days ago and this conversation about death with Raghu Markus from the Love Serve Remember Foundation and GENIUS award winning author Anne Lamott seemed like the perfect episode to u…
299: Adam Strauss [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:15:41
Adam used psilocybin to treat his crippling OCD and turned this journey into a wonderful show, "The Mushroom Cure" which is currently running in NYC. He's a brilliant comedian, philosopher and fearless psychonaut.