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We are Natasha Leggero and Moshe Kasher, Comedians, Actors, and All-Around Awesome People! Ask Us Anything!
Hey Reddit - Natasha Leggero and Moshe Kasher here to answer your questions! Learn more about us below (from our professional bios):
Natasha Leggero is an accomplished actress, writer, stand-up comedian and lover of men. She co-created, wrote, produced and stars as Lillian Bellacourt in the Comedy Central series “Another Period” (a show set in 1902, not about menstruation), now in it’s second season. She has appeared on the popular Comedy Central Roasts of her mistress James Franco, and her meditation teacher, Justin Bieber. Her Comedy Central special, “Live At Bimbo’s” was supposed to be called “Diamond Pussy” but some lawyers had a problem with that. You may have seen her in “Modern Family” where she played a drunkard, the movie “Let’s Be Cops” where she played a woman on ecstasy gagging herself with a lollipop, or the movie Neighbors where she played a prostitute. On the Emmy nominated show “Burning Love,” she played the woman not wearing pants. But her true break out role was on Comedy Central’s “Reno 911″ where she combined all of her skills and played a prostitute wearing no pants. She has also been featured on NBC’s “Community” and “TheTonight Show,” FX’s “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia,” Netflix’s “Arrested Development,” Comedy Central’s “Drunk History” and “Key and Peele,” ABC’s “Suburgatory,” IFC’s “Comedy Bang! Bang!,” and E!’s “Chelsea Lately,” among many others. She lives in a servantless household.
Moshe Kasher. Comedian. Child Genius. Jew. Jew Comedian. OBGYN. Pleasure center. Good tipper. Guiding light. Beefcake. He lives in LA with a woman and three white dogs. He’s been featured on Comedy Central’s “Drunk History” and “@midnight,” FOX’s “Brooklyn 99″, FX’s “The League,” “Portlandia” “Transparent” “Conan,” and ”Carson Daly,” Showtime’s “Shameless,” E!’s “Chelsea Lately,” and more. He hosts the popular podcasts, “The Champs” and “The Hound Tall Discussion Series.” He is also the author of the acclaimed memoir Kasher In The Rye on Grand Central Publishing. In 2012 he released his first hour special on Netflix, “Moshe Kasher: Live In Oakland” It’s really good. He was a writer for The Comedy Central Roasts and is a producer/writer for the Comedy Central show” Another Period,”On which he plays Dr. Goldberg, “America’s first Jewish doctor.” He’s been selected as one of Variety Magazine’s “Ten Comics to Watch”, LA Times’ “Faces to Watch,” and iTunes’ “Comic of the Year.” He is currently developing television shows for both Comedy Central and Showtime. Basically he’s funny and has done stuff.
Don't forget to check out our upcoming tour dates on Natasha's Website for the Honeymoon Tour, and the second season of Another Period premiers June 15th on Comedy Central!
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NatashaAndMoshe32 karma
NATASHA: It's clear that I'm the one who forgetting to start each post with my name right?
idc32117 karma
Natasha: Any tips for home decorating? My apartment is plain and boring and you said on WTF that even your dorm rooms looked nice.
Moshe: I love your taste in house music and wish I could have seen you DJ! Also you need to be on Who Charted again. Any good book recommendations other than your own? I've already read it.
PS: You guys and Howard Kremer are my favorite comedians and I love you even more than Louis CK!
NatashaAndMoshe16 karma
Moshe: You like memoirs? My fav book ever is prolly "the amazing adventures of kavalier and clay"
aidsymcgee14 karma
Were you worried before you started dating that if you break up you'll be in the same industry and things will be particularly hard to manage?
cook94j14 karma
Moshe, I was literally heartbroken after listening to the last champs episode. easily the greatest podcast I've ever listened too. Any chance of a reunion episode somewhere down the line?
also come to fucking Atlanta.
NatashaAndMoshe15 karma
Moshe:Yes I think a reunion ep is within the realm of possibility. Thanks for fuckin with us!
NatashaAndMoshe15 karma
I agree one of the great tragedies of the show is that Dave was never on. Trivia fact: he was once IN The room for a champs taping during the LEX STEELE ep.
fineheresmyaccount12 karma
Moshe: what would racist Steven Hawking say if he stepped to your girl?
NatashaAndMoshe45 karma
MOSHE: he-llo. Na-tasha. You are hot but I do not like the moorish blood of the itali-ANS!
SunTzuIsMyFavourite11 karma
Yo Natasha, what was the best thing that happened off-camera at a roast?
NatashaAndMoshe19 karma
I'd say he's a 7. But he doesn't have hair in gross places like neck or back. Only in super gentlemanly places.
aidsymcgee9 karma
Do you think young peoples' focus on political correctness will:
(a) revert back a little and we'll be left with a more progressive society; or
(b) revert back too much and some sort of huge alt-right movement will emerge?
NatashaAndMoshe18 karma
MOSHE: I think things go in cycles and when a horrible president is elected we will focus on different things than blogs and costumes
NatashaAndMoshe8 karma
OK WE HAVE TO GO PLEASE COME SEE US ON TOUR DATES AT: WWW.MOSHEKASHER.COM SPECIAL GUESTS AND BANDS IN EVERY CITY!!!
Oops_it_Slipped7 karma
Natasha: How often do you come back and visit Rockford? And next time you do, can we hang out?
jigsawt7 karma
Moshe, I remember hearing on the champs that you never had a serious girlfriend/relationship. Is Natasha your first serious girlfriend? If so, Natasha: did this freak you out a little to know that you were marrying Moshe and you were his first "real" gf?
NatashaAndMoshe26 karma
MOSHE: Yeah Natasha is my first serious girlfriend. My new one is super cool tho(good at keeping secrets)
NatashaAndMoshe21 karma
Didn't really freak me out just had to teach him about giving gifts on birthdays.
NatashaAndMoshe20 karma
MOSHE:one thing I have learned is that Vintage Fur solves all arguments.
Randalthor717 karma
This is probably too personal, but did Natasha convert to Judaism prior to the wedding? If so, what did she think of the process and did it change her life outlook?
NatashaAndMoshe22 karma
Yes I was very happy to get out of Catholicism. Also I was in Rome this summer and swung by the vatican for confession and he said it was cool. He also said "Have you ever made abortion".
NatashaAndMoshe7 karma
Yes I converted to Judiasm, being Catholic was embarrassing I'm glad it's over.
DontMakeMeAuditUrAss6 karma
Do you have a moment that you feel was the pinnacle of your stand-up?
NatashaAndMoshe7 karma
MOSHE: my special taping was pretty awesome. That was a good "I'm def a comic now" feeling.
yalittleweirdy26 karma
When did you guys first meet and what were your first impressions of eachother?
NatashaAndMoshe12 karma
MOSHE: We met in comedy and my first impressions were that she was funny.
NatashaAndMoshe10 karma
I met Moshe in the comedy scene and my first impression of him is that I didn't want to do stand up after him.
NatashaAndMoshe11 karma
MOSHE: The hardest one is "next!" becuause really what can you say back?
jigsawt6 karma
Moshe, Hound Tall Discussion's "Death" episode w Chelsea Peretti + Kumail nanjiani was the funniest podcast episode EVER recorded. How do you find the weirdo experts for the HTD show?
NatashaAndMoshe6 karma
Moshe: thank you! I actually cold call most of the guests but Caitlin was a suggestion from Christopher Ryan
-dudeomfgstfux-6 karma
I went on a date to see your stand-up Moshe Kasher, and my date assumed you were asian because of your name; to this day she thinks your closeted Asian, can you confirm or deny this for her?
jigsawt5 karma
Natasha, knowing that Moshe's mom (and stepdad?) and dad are deaf, how do you communicate when visiting them? Did you learn sign language? Do you bring a white board to dinner?
NatashaAndMoshe6 karma
Well his step dad isn't deaf but to answer your question his mom is very easy and fun to communicate. Lots of facial expressions! Also she is great at texting. I want to learn sign language it is a goal of mine.
wrenful5 karma
How good did it feel roasting Justin Bieber?
What's one thing on your bucket list you still haven't crossed off, but hope to sooner rather than later?
yellowraccoon554 karma
Natasha, what is your favorite moment from the Lavender Hour podcast?
NatashaAndMoshe5 karma
There are so many but maybe Tim Hiedecker making fun of Duncan's music tastes.
tenderbranson3014 karma
Tash, you are my favorite female comedian! I saw you at Bottlerock 3 years ago. How do you maintain your elegance while talking about toilet babies?
NatashaAndMoshe13 karma
NATASHA: al·lure əˈlo͝or/Submit noun 1. the quality of being powerfully and mysteriously attractive or fascinating. "people for whom gold holds no allure" synonyms: attraction, lure, draw, pull, appeal, allurement, enticement, temptation, charm, seduction, fascination "the allure of Paris"
you_are_temporary4 karma
Hey guys, love your stuff. How did you get your starts from aspiring comedian/actress/writer to professional? What kind of day jobs did you have while you were working your way up?
Also, I'm moving to LA in a week and am going to need a new default jew deli. I'd love some recommendations if you have any.
NatashaAndMoshe6 karma
seems like there is only one answer to this question: HARD WORK. It takes time and effort and there are NO SHORTCUTS other than being 20 and good at the internet. On second thought thats a super good shortcut.
NatashaAndMoshe6 karma
MOSHE: My day job was always being a sign language interpreter. I never waited ONE table!
you_are_temporary5 karma
Definitely a good backup career. Moshe, are either of the shows you're developing sketch based? Key and Peele and Inside Amy are great, but I think you and Natasha's tone on a sketch show would be incredible
NatashaAndMoshe7 karma
No my shows are 1 narrative(the showtime one with the Russos) and 2. Talk format but with a twist never done on TV(the comedy central one)
NatashaAndMoshe5 karma
NATASHA: cocktail waitress, lawn mower, paper route, shop girl, barista, answered phones in a brothel
NatashaAndMoshe6 karma
NATASHA: Sorry al the jewish delis are on the other (bad) (west) side of town.
DontMakeMeAuditUrAss4 karma
Moshe, how do you stay sober when spending so much time on the road?
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I'd like to know who your favorite people to play against on @midnight are?
NatashaAndMoshe5 karma
My favs have been Sinbad and Weird Al becuause of teenage freak out points
DontMakeMeAuditUrAss4 karma
What do you think about the comedy "boom" going on now? Do you think the market is saturated with too many "Specials"?
bulldog02564 karma
Natasha: I didn't realize you were from Rockford until I heard your WTF interview, and it made me wonder if there was anything you missed from that area? Like any local restaurants or anything?
Moshe: As another jew named Moshe, I was wondering when you started comedy if/how people mispronounced your name when they brought you to the stage?
atlantictiger4 karma
Hi guys. I stan hard for Another Period, and wanna know from both of y'all what it was like to work together on that ep. Moshe wrote... #Justice4Chair?
DontMakeMeAuditUrAss4 karma
Hey Moshe, I read Kasher in the Rye. As an orthodox jew, I really got a kick out of you name dropping mordechai ben david in there. Natasha: If you get sick of Moshe would you consider dating another scrawny jew? If yes, where do I sign up?
NatashaAndMoshe6 karma
MOSHE: You sign up with me. ALso I always wondered if MBD heard about the book. I kinda assume he has.
jberd453 karma
Hello! Congrats on getting married!
What I was wondering is this:Natasha, on Another Period do you guys have historical advisers or similar people to get the details of gilded era life down?
NatashaAndMoshe7 karma
Sometimes we have help but we also do a lot of research ourselves. We all went to Newport Rhode Island for a field trip.
mrsnky3 karma
How are the arguments between married comedians different than the arguments of regular couples?
NatashaAndMoshe8 karma
MOSHE: We are having one right now about logging in , Ill let you know how it goes.
jigsawt3 karma
I read that Whitney Cummings + Neal Brennan cowrote a script (The Female Brain) that starts shooting this summer. I know you are supes busy but are either of you going to be in it?
roastedbagel3 karma
Natasha, what's the absolute funniest thing someone's ever said - joke or otherwise - on the Chelsea Handler roundtable that had you laughing the longest?
Also both of you - what's your favorite sandwich to eat? Be descriptive with any and all veggies/condiments.
Asiago_Bagel2 karma
Hey Moshe Kasher, I've loved your comedy ever since I saw "Live In Oakland."
What is it like being Jewish in the field of comedy?
How much antisemitism do you face from hecklers/critics/family/fans. Has it changed at all as you have become more successful?
NatashaAndMoshe9 karma
Anti semitism I mostly see online behind anonymous eggs. It makes me horny.
NatashaAndMoshe8 karma
Season 2 premiers June 15 and we just got picked up for a third season.
NatashaAndMoshe6 karma
YEs season three was just announced and season two debuts june 15th
theindigi2 karma
Are either of you gonna be doing any sets in LA between tour dates next week?
monkeymech7 karma
Brents Mind Jack video is so god damn funny https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FSu-Y4I09eo
cook94j2 karma
Best part of being married to a comedian? Worst part?
Do you both secretly think you're funnier than the other?
NatashaAndMoshe6 karma
MOSHE: best part is the laughs. and we are funny in different ways so it works.
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For both of you, can you name two new comics that are great and we should check out?
NatashaAndMoshe3 karma
Moshe: I like Sophie Buddle and Marcella Arguello Andrew Michaan and Jamar Neighbors
RobotSkeleton-5 karma
What lead you both to the profession of comedy considering you were both tragically born without a sense of humor?
pregnantbitchthatUR17 karma
Natasha, you KILLED at the Franco roast. Love the Lorne Michaels bit for Samberg and the Phil Hartman one for Hader. The reaction shots on them afterward were amazing. How does it feel to have been the funniest person there that night?
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