Dan Bakkedahl, star of the new show “Dinner with the Parents” on Freevee shares insights from his eclectic career, from his beginnings in improv with Second City to his memorable roles in popular TV shows like “Veep,” “Life in Pieces,” and “The Daily Show.” Dan reveals behind-the-scenes stories, the challenges of playing comedic jerks, and the joys of working with legends like Steve Carell and Julia Louis-Dreyfus. Tune in for a fun-filled conversation packed with laughter, anecdotes, and Dan’s unique perspective on the Entertainment industry.

Show Highlights:

• Dinner with the Parents: Dan’s latest project, the dynamics of the show, and working with Mikayla Watkins and Carol Kane.
• Second City: Dan’s early career in improv and his journey with Second City.
• The Daily Show: Experiences and challenges during his time on “The Daily Show.”
• Veep: Behind-the-scenes stories and working with Julia Louis-Dreyfus on “Veep.”
• Life in Pieces: Memorable moments and character insights from “Life in Pieces.”
• Legit: Dan’s experience and stories from working on “Legit” with Jim Jefferies.
• Other Notable Roles: Guest appearances and roles in shows like “Brooklyn Nine-Nine,” “The Goldbergs,” and “Community.”
• Comedy Process: Dan’s thoughts on playing comedic jerks and his creative process.

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Jeff Dwoskin Podcast Host

I'm a tech entrepreneur, podcaster, and professional stand-up comedian. I started my journey in the tech industry back in 1997 when I founded my own website development company, which was one of the pioneering companies in the country at the time. While working in technology, my comedic talents couldn't be contained, and I eventually took to the stage as a stand-up comedian.

My passion for comedy led me to create Hashtag Roundup (@hashtagroundup on Twitter), a platform that has contributed to over 8000 top 10 USA trends on Twitter. With the growth of social media, particularly Instagram, I founded Stampede Social, a company aimed at helping creators drive traffic to their content without relying solely on a link in their bio.