The Comeback Official Podcast
by HBO
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1 - 1,000 - Monthly Reach
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Ep.7: "Valerie Chases the Truth" with Lisa Kudrow, Michael Patrick King, Damian Young and Malin Åkerman
May 4, 2026
1h 02m 01s
Ep.6: Valerie’s Home Alone with Lisa Kudrow, Michael Patrick King and Jack O’Brien
Apr 27, 2026
59m 31s
Ep. 5: Valerie Lights a Candle with Lisa Kudrow, Michael Patrick King and Lance Barber
Apr 20, 2026
49m 08s
Ep.4: Valerie Does It All? With Lisa Kudrow, Michael Patrick King and Abbi Jacobson
Apr 13, 2026
55m 45s
Ep.3: Valerie Faces Reality with Lisa Kudrow, Michael Patrick King, John Early and Benito Skinner
Apr 6, 2026
59m 23s
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| Date | Episode | Description | Length | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/4/26 | Ep.7: "Valerie Chases the Truth" with Lisa Kudrow, Michael Patrick King, Damian Young and Malin Åkerman | Evan Ross Katz, Lisa Kudrow, and Michael Patrick King unpack the leak, Valerie’s backlash, and a turning point in her journey. Later in the episode, Damian Young and Malin Åkerman join the podcast to reflect on Mark’s emotional journey, Juah’s return, and how both characters help ground Valerie at a breaking point. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 1h 02m 01s | |
| 4/27/26 | Ep.6: Valerie’s Home Alone with Lisa Kudrow, Michael Patrick King and Jack O’Brien | Evan Ross Katz sits down with Lisa Kudrow, and Michael Patrick King as they unpack Valerie’s AI backlash, cast revolt, and breaking point. Later in the episode, Jack O’Brien joins the podcast to discuss playing Tommy, stepping into a beloved world, and becoming Valerie’s unexpected truth-teller on set. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 59m 31s | |
| 4/20/26 | Ep. 5: Valerie Lights a Candle with Lisa Kudrow, Michael Patrick King and Lance Barber | Host Evan Ross Katz sits down with Lisa Kudrow and Michael Patrick King to break down Episode 5, “Valerie Lights a Candle” as Valerie takes control of her AI sitcom, navigates a writer-less set, and reunites with Paulie G. Later, Lance Barber joins the podcast to discuss returning as Paulie G, evolving the character, and exploring a more vulnerable side of one of The Comeback’s most unforgettable figures. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 49m 08s | |
| 4/13/26 | Ep.4: Valerie Does It All? With Lisa Kudrow, Michael Patrick King and Abbi Jacobson | Host Evan Ross Katz is joined by Lisa Kudrow and Michael Patrick King to discuss Episode 4, “Valerie Does It All?,” as Valerie scrambles to save her failing AI sitcom, faces chaos on set, and tries to take on everything as her world begins to unravel. Later, Abbi Jacobson joins the podcast to talk about playing showrunner Mary, stepping into The Comeback as a fan, and bringing a detached, modern industry perspective to Valerie’s world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 55m 45s | |
| 4/6/26 | Ep.3: Valerie Faces Reality with Lisa Kudrow, Michael Patrick King, John Early and Benito Skinner | On Episode 303 of The Comeback Official Podcast, host Evan Ross Katz sits down with Lisa Kudrow and Michael Patrick King to break down “Valerie Faces Reality,” as Valerie mourns Mickey, struggles to let go, and delivers one of the show’s most emotional and hilarious goodbye moments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 59m 23s | |
| 3/30/26 |  Ep.2: Valerie Has a Secret with Lisa Kudrow, Michael Patrick King, Laura Silverman and Jimmy Burrows | Host, Evan Ross Katz are joined by Lisa Kudrow and Michael Patrick King unpack Valerie Cherish’s latest career move, starring in a multi-cam sitcom secretly written by AI. Later, Laura Silverman joins to discuss Jane’s return, and legendary director Jimmy Burrows reflects his role in the series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 1h 00m 28s | |
| 3/23/26 | Ep.1: Valerie Gets a New Chapter with Lisa Kudrow, Michael Patrick King and Ella Stiller | Host, Evan Ross Katz sits down with Lisa Kudrow and Michael Patrick King as they break down the Season 3 premiere of HBO’s The Comeback. From Valerie Cherish’s return to the show’s AI satire and reality-TV origins, the creators revisit the cult classic’s most iconic ideas. Then, Evan is joined by Ella Stiller, who plays Patience, to discuss her love for Valerie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 55m 56s | |
| 3/17/26 | The Comeback Official Podcast Trailer | Hello, hello, hello! The Comeback Official Podcast is coming. Host Evan Ross Katz joins creators Lisa Kudrow and Michael Patrick King to revisit the HBO cult comedy The Comeback, explore the legacy of Valerie Cherish, and share behind-the-scenes stories from the series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 1m 34s |
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Chart Positions
5 placements across 5 markets.
Chart Positions
5 placements across 5 markets.