Are You Mad At Us?

Episode 34: Failure

Mon, 18 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

This week we're getting into something that plagues all artists at some point. We're talking about failure, losers! How has failure shaped the art you make? How has your relationship to failure changed over the years? When do you know you've truly failed? Let's do this.

And as always, big thanks to our fantastic podcast studio, 4B Studios.

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Episode 33: On Friendship

Mon, 04 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

This week we reflect on the whole point of the podcast: friendship. With 17 years of friendship in the books, does that make us experts? Possibly! We get into how we became friends, how we've changed over the years, and why some friendships last longer than others. If you're like us and you love friendship, you're going to love this episode. Or you're going to hate it and be mad at us.

Episode 32: We're Not Cooked

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Are You Mad At Us?, is a friendship podcast at its core and for this episode we're doing exactly that - we're doing friendship at you. This week we're tackling the sadly common, very much online refrain of "we're cooked." We're getting into it about how collective resignation isn't realism (so knock it off with that shit), and what it means to declare defeat before even getting into the fight. Check it out and tell us what you think, are we cooked?

And as always, big thanks to our fantastic podcast studio, 4B Studios.

Episode 31 - Mitzi Akaha

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Recorded at the end of 2025 (that feels important to note), Quincy & Mia sit down with multi-hyphenate artist and actor, Mitzi Akaha to discuss some of life's heavier topics but also squirrels.

Mitzi Akaha is a NY-based actor who started her career on an educational sketch show for the NHK. Dubbed a rising star by Maryland Film Festival in 2024, she won Brooklyn FF's Best Actor Award for her portrayal of a 29-year-old failing to adult in Hawaii-made Chaperone (Slamdance 2024 Grand Jury Breakout Feature), and stars in the elevated zombie love story Herd, named one of the best genre films of the year by Yahoo Movies and Fangoria. Her films have played Sundance, Raindance, Hollyshorts, Florida, Sidewalk and Maryland Film Festivals, among others, and her television credits include Fallout, Modern Love and Archive 81. She is also a published writer, illustrator, animator and environmental activist.

Find all things Mitzi here:

Mitzi's Substack: https://mitziakaha.substack.com/

Mitzi's Website: https://www.mitziakaha.com/

Mitzi's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lilmitz_/

Mitzi's latest film, "Chaperone": https://www.instagram.com/chaperonefilmhawaii/

And shoutout to our incredible podcast studio space, 4B Studios

Episode 30 - Andrea Allan

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400

After a long hiatus (that we will get into), Quincy & Mia are back with their new friend, Andrea Allan!

Andrea Allan is a New York–based comedian and podcaster. She has been a featured performer at the New York Comedy Festival and the Cinderblock Comedy Festival. Andrea is also the co-host of Respectfully podcast and the founder and owner of Four B Studios in Brooklyn.

Also, as promised, sign up for Quincy's newsletter to get access to his newest work, Skin Memoria.

Episode 29 - Hot Takes!

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Quincy and Mia are back with a real barn burner of an episode, where they exchange their most controversial, eyebrow-raising, and possibly friendship-ending hot takes. Nothing is safe—except their desperate attempts to avoid offending literally everyone (they fail). Who will have the spiciest take? Who will regret speaking into a microphone? Who will be mad at us by the end of the episode? Tune in to find out!

Episode 28: Danny Rouhier

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500

This episode, Mia and Quincy are joined by the incredible, Danny Rouhier!

Danny Rouhier is a Washington, DC-based talk radio host and standup comic. He hosts a mid-day sports and pop culture show on 106.7 The Fan, known for his blend of humor, knowledge, and dorky charm. As a standup comic, Danny has performed at top venues like Caroline’s on Broadway, The DC Improv, and festivals in Boston, Seattle, and Detroit. He has opened for industry giants like Bill Burr, Jim Norton, and Dave Attell. In 2012, Danny released his first full-length comedy album, Tell Joke For Super Great Success. His style is fast-paced, clever, and self-deprecating, featuring a wide range of voices and characters.

Keep up with Danny, here!

Episode 27: Grant Moore

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0500

We're back baby! After a few months off, Quincy and Mia are back with Grant Moore to talk about guns, buns, and Grant's new special, out December 5th, 2024 on Tubi.

Grant Moore is a NYC-based comedian and content creator. He's the cohost of the Bottom of the Barrel Morning Show on Radio Free Brooklyn and cohost of the Sophomore Slump Comedy Show in New York. His new special is out now on Tubi, be sure to check it out after you listen to the episode!

Episode 26 - Gary Simons

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Mia & Quincy sit down with Gary Simons in a boiling hot apartment. But it's one of our all time favorite conversations, we think you'll agree.

Gary Simons is a nationally-performing, NYC-based comedian, writer, and actor originally from Connecticut. While in college, he won Georgetown’s Funniest Human competition and was recently the tour opener for Mike Birbiglia’s Working It Out tour.

He produces and hosts a quarterly live variety show at All Street N.Y.C. called The Comedy Kickback featuring stand up, music, and sketches he writes and directs.

Follow Gary on IG here!

Episode 25 - Quincy & Mia Answer Your Questions

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Quincy and Mia are here to answer the questions you asked us, and some you didn't. Hook up with your roommate and now have to deal with the fallout? Struggling with making art in the face of rejection? Have questions about bears? Let's get into it!

You sent us your questions and now we're giving you your answers.

Some fun extras:
Check out Quincy's new short film, "Brand New" and keep up with its news
Check out Quincy's new EP, "The Coded Sky"
Subscribe to Quincy's newsletter, "The Ledbetter Newsletter"

Episode 24 - Liz Miele

Tue, 21 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Mia & Quincy kick off season 2 with one of their absolute favorite people, Liz Miele!

Liz is an internationally renowned comedian originally from New Jersey who started doing stand-up at 16 in New York City. She has been profiled by The New Yorker Magazine, appeared on Comedy Central’s “Live at Gotham" as well as Comedy Central’s “This Week at the Comedy Cellar,” NPR’s “Wait Wait Don’t Tell Me,” Hulu’s “Coming To The Stage,” AXS TV’s “Gotham Comedy Live” as well as CBS's "After Midnight."

She has released 4 specials, the most recent "Murder Sheets" is currently available on YouTube where her account has amassed millions of views and over one hundred thousand subscribers.

Check her out live in a city near you at lizmiele.com!

Episode 23 - Ryan Connolly

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400

For the final episode of Season 1, Mia & Quincy sit down with the truly legendary Ryan Connolly to discuss the future of film, contemporary filmmaking, and petty orcas.
Ryan Connolly is a filmmaker, internet personality, and presenter best known for his web series Film Riot, which has gained over 2.1 million subscribers. He has also written and directed 16 popular short films, including PROXiMITY, UFOh Yeah, Ghost House, SENTiNEL, BALLiSTIC, and There Comes a Knocking. Altogether, Ryan’s short films have amassed over 13 million views. Currently, Ryan is repped by 3Arts developing feature films and scripted content.

Keep up with Ryan and Film Riot here:
Film Riot YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/filmriot
Film Riot Website: https://www.filmriot.com/
Film Riot Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefilmriot/?hl=en
Triune Digital: https://www.triunedigital.com/

Episode 22 - Jonathan Fujii

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Recorded as the first new episode of 2024 in January. Who better to kick things off with than the incredible Jonathan Fujii of "The Film Drunk?" Check out our conversation with Jonathan about building his popular online platform, his approach to film criticism, and why people who sit next to instead of across from each other on dates are psychopaths.

Follow Jonathan and The Film Drunk here:

Twitter: twitter.com/thefilmdrunk

IG: Instagram.com/the.film.drunk

Letterbox: letterboxd.com/thefilmdrunk

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFilmDrunk

Episode 21 - Adam Mitrani

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0400

In December (2023), Quincy and Mia got to sit down with Brooklyn-based comedian, Adam Mitrani to talk about moving to New York right before the pandemic, the New York comedy scene, navigating politics in comedy, and processing grief through art.

Keep up with Adam here!

Episode 20 - Matt Goldich

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500

This week, Quincy and Mia are thrilled to be sitting down and chatting with Emmy award winning comedian and writer, Matt Goldich about his new special, No Questions Asked.

Matt currently writes for Late Night with Seth Meyers and has appeared on the Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson and Comedy Central's Premium Blend.

He has also been a staff writer for the Late Show with David Letterman, the Jeselnik Offensive, Ellen, and VH1's Best Week Ever. His most recent special, "No Questions Asked," was released on Youtube on February 13th, 2024.

Keep up with Matt here and be sure to head over to YouTube after the interview and watch, "No Questions Asked."

Episode 19 - Nick Hopping

Fri, 09 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Mia & Quincy chat with comedian and co-owner/founder of Flophouse, Nick Hopping. Hear more about how Brooklyn's newest comedy club came to be, the NYC vs. DC comedy scene specifics, and Nick's career trajectory in this episode.

Nick Hopping is a New York City-based stand up comic and a co-owner/founder of Brooklyn's newest comedy club, Flophouse. He was a selectee for the New York Comedy Festival’s "Comics to Watch," has performed in clubs all over the country and has released 3 comedy specials, the most recent, "I Mean Business" is available now on Youtube. His sketches have also amassed millions of views, showcasing his talent for silly and sharply relatable content.

Be sure to keep up with Nick here and if you're in NYC, don't miss a chance to visit Flophouse for a show!

Episode 18 - Sam Kochman

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Mia and Quincy sit down and chat with Sam Kochman and delve into the psychology of Swifties, comedic writing process, and share some very unpopular opinions. Sam is a NYC-based stand up comic, writer, and photographer originally from West Palm Beach, Florida. Additionally, she is a co-host of the New Money Comedy Show and Late for Work Comedy Show. To keep up with Sam and see her live, follow her here.

Episode 17 - Ryan Conner

Tue, 26 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Mia & Quincy sit down with the multi-talented comedian, Ryan Conner to hear about his impressive career and his excellent new novel, The Party.

Originally from the D.C. area, Ryan Conner was a guest on The Late Late Show with James Corden, and a finalist on NBC's Last Comic Standing, where judge Norm MacDonald called his first set "The best 3.5 minutes I've seen in five years." In addition to touring the country doing stand-up, Ryan is also a writer/producer for MTV's Ridiculousness, and was a writer for TruTV's "Billy On The Street." His latest album, Live from DC, can be heard anywhere, and debuted #1 on all comedy charts. His debut novel, The Party, was released exclusively on Amazon on December 5, 2023.

To keep up with Ryan, check him out here.

Episode 16 - boice-Terrel Allen

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500

In this episode, Mia and Quincy catch up with their longstanding friend, boice-Terrel Allen and get all the details on his most recent single & holiday banger, "On Xmas."

In addition to his 2022 album, Nevermind the Hardships, boice has released two previous albums, How to Be an Adult (2010) and Get Me Audio, Vol. 1 (2013).

He is also the host and producer of Talk Music Talk, a music interview podcast featuring longform conversations with people connected to music, from musicians and authors to music therapists and music photographers. Since 2014, he’s interviewed over 200 guests from all different genres including former Interpol bassist Carlos D, Bartees Strange, Mel D. Cole, Antonio Sanchez, Parquet Courts’ Andrew Savage, Emil Wilbekin, Donny McCaslin (Bowie’s “last band”), Meshell Ndegocello, Ricky Powell and Cécile McLorin Salvant. boice was also the original host and creator of Strand Bookstore’s official podcast, The StrandCast.

He has published three books of fiction (The Daughters of a Mother, Screwball Comedy/Stories Going Steady and Janet Hurst) and is editor of Coloring Book: An Eclectic Anthology of Fiction and Poetry by Multicultural Writers, which was praised by Gregory Maguire, author of Wicked.

Keep up with boice here.

Episode 15 - Humzah Choudry

Tue, 07 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500

This episode we're joined by Humzah Choudry. Humzah is a NYC-based stand up comic originally from Oklahoma City. He is a host of the Bottom of the Barrel Morning Show on Radio Free Brooklyn and a producer of Good Idea Comedy and has opened for HBO's Ian Lara and SNL's Sarah Sherman. To keep up with Humzah be sure to follow him here. Enjoy!

Episode 14 - Maestro Harrell

Wed, 11 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400

This episode we're joined by actor, producer, and virtuoso artist, Maestro Harrell.

Originally from Chicago, Maestro started working in the entertainment industry at 7 years old and has been consistently working ever since, sustaining a diverse career that spans film, television, and music. The list of his accolades is too extensive to rattle off but can be found here, while some of his more well-known credits include: The Wire, Fear the Walking Dead, Ali, Suburgatory, leading his own sitcom called Guys Like Us, and playing Young Simba in the Chicago production of Disney's The Lion King.

Hope you enjoy this interview as much as we enjoyed recording it! Keep up with Maestro on Instagram and TikTok, and check out his excellent podcast, "Surrounded by Idiots" here.

Episode 13 - Denzel Whitaker

Tue, 26 Sep 2023 07:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Are You Mad At Us?, we're joined by the brilliant and multi-talented, Denzel Whitaker.

Denzel is best known for his award-winning role in The Great Debaters, where he performed opposite two of his namesakes, Denzel Washington and Forest Whitaker. In 2019, the Screen Actors Guild honored Denzel, alongside his entire cast, for an outstanding ensemble performance in Marvel's Black Panther.

From his first on-screen appearance in Training Day at age ten to, now, an amazing actor, writer, director, and producer, Denzel has sustained a versatility and focus that has laid the groundwork for what promises to be a legendary career.

Follow Denzel's work here, and follow him on Instagram at @blackmouf.

Episode 12 - The Intro

Thu, 14 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Things got a little out of hand in recording the introduction for our upcoming episode with Denzel Whitaker, but we're here for it. Please enjoy this special friendship edition of Are You Mad At Us? and tune in next week when we return with our usual guest interviews. But for now, come get weird with us.

Episode 11 - Mac O'Hara

Tue, 15 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Are You Mad At Us?, we're joined by the very funny, Mac O'Hara.
Mac is a NYC-based comic who can be seen on "The Come Up" on Hulu and is a regular at Gotham Comedy Club, Broadway Comedy Club, and Stand Up New York.

Follow Mac's work and find out where he's performing next here, and follow him on Instagram at @ohara_mac.

Episode 10 - Anthony Vines

Tue, 25 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Are You Mad At Us?, we're joined by Anthony Vines.
Anthony is a born and bred, NYC-based stand up comic. He is a prolific performer that can be found performing and producing all over New York City. He can be seen on Amazon Prime Video and Roku's "Why You Mad, Yo?" and he was a selectee for the 2023 Laughing Buddha Festival.

Follow Anthony's work and find out where he's performing next here, and follow him on Instagram at @mypantsmakenoise.

Episode 9 - Orli Matlow

Thu, 06 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Are You Mad At Us?, we're joined by Orli Matlow. Orli is a comedian and writer. She is a creative consultant on SundanceTV’s "Indefensible" with Jena Friedman, a writer on an upcoming Cold War docuseries from Voyage Pictures, she has written for Adult Swim, McSweeney’s, and Reductress, and can be seen on Amazon Prime Sports Talk’s comedy and sports show, Game Breakers. She is also a Toronto-born, NYC-based stand up comic and performs all over the US and Canada. Check out our conversation with Orli where we discuss the ongoing writer's strike, reluctant astrology, and try our hand at giving her absolutely terrible life advice.

Follow Orli's work here, find her on Instagram and Twitter at @hiremeimfunny, and drop a review if you enjoyed hearing from the delightful and hilarious, Orli Matlow!

Episode 8 - Haley Webb

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Are You Mad At Us?, we're joined by Haley Webb. Haley is an acclaimed actress, filmmaker, and founder of the production company, Legion of Horribles. In it we talk to Haley about her journey, how she has launched and sustained her prolific film and television career, what's at stake for her in creating art.

Follow Haley's work here, find her on Instagram at @thehaleywebb, and drop a review if you enjoyed hearing from the inspiring and badass, Haley Webb!

Episode 7 - Pelin Keskin-Liu

Tue, 23 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Are You Mad At Us?, we're joined by writer/director/producer/critic/and co-host of the Criticism is Dead podcast, Pelin Keskin-Liu. In it we talk about her cinematic influences, upcoming film, and the place of the critic in today's art landscape.

Follow Pelin's work and listen/subscribe to Criticism is Dead here and drop a review if you enjoyed hearing from the brilliant and thoughtful, Pelin Keskin-Liu.

Episode 6 - Karan Mehra

Tue, 09 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Are You Mad At Us?, we're joined by standup comic/DJ/producer, Karan Mehra. In it we delve into Karan's life in the US, processing grief through art and travel, and how magic almost got him abducted.

You can learn more about Karan and follow him on his Instagram at @laughatkaran and listen to his musical project, Pirate Radio on Soundcloud.

Episode 5 - Mia Wilson

Tue, 18 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400

In this special episode of Are You Mad At Us?, Quincy interviews fellow co-host, Mia. Get ready to learn more about comedian, writer, and musician, Mia Wilson in this personal and intimate deep dive.

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Keep up with Mia & Quincy:
Instagram - @qledbetter (Quincy) & @blordstweeds (Mia)
TikTok - @blordstweed (Mia)
Websites - www.qledbetter.com (Quincy), www.miawilsoncomedy.com (Mia)

Episode 4 - Quincy Ledbetter

Tue, 04 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400

In this special episode of Are You Mad At Us? Mia gets the opportunity to interview Quincy. Get ready to learn more about filmmaker, musician, artist, and co-host Quincy Ledbetter in this personal and intimate deep dive.

Episode 3 - Marni Wandner

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -0400

Quincy and Mia are joined this week by certified holistic health coach, Marni Wandner.

Marni helps high-achieving professionals feel, think, look and perform their best. Her clients are often heading toward (or are trying to recover from) burnout, and struggling with things like low energy, anxiety, trouble focusing, and that “tired but wired” feeling so many of us have come to accept as the norm.

She works one-on-one with clients to help them manage their stress and optimize their nutrition, sleep, movement, and mindset. She uses a personality methodology based on the Chinese Five Elements, to understand where clients might be getting stuck, and how to break through patterns and get them into a place of transformation as quickly as possible.

She is also the co-founder of Equilibrium, an initiative that brings wellness to the music industry, where Marni worked for nearly two decades as a marketing executive.

She shares wellness tips (and photos of her Boston Terrier Audrey) on Instagram at: @marniwandner

We're pretty sure she's mad at us. Let's find out.

Episode 2 - Laura Bassett

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -0400

Quincy and Mia are joined by Laura Bassett.

Laura is the editor-in-chief of Jezebel, she is an award-winning journalist known for her writing on politics, gender and culture. She was previously a senior politics reporter at HuffPost, where she covered women’s rights and health for nine years. Her work has been honored by the Pulitzer Center for which she won the Population Institute’s Global Media Award and has also twice won Planned Parenthood’s Media Excellence Award. She consulted on Netflix’s Emmy-nominated docuseries “The Keepers" and has written for GQ, The Washington Post, Rolling Stone, Cosmopolitan, Marie Claire, InStyle, and The Daily Beast among many others. And in addition to her writing, she frequently appears as a guest on CNN and MSNBC.

Could Laura be mad at us though?

Keep up with Laura Bassett on Twitter & Instagram at @lebassett

Episode 1 - Welcome!

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -0400

Welcome to, Are You Mad At Us?
Join co-hosts Quincy Ledbetter and Mia Wilson as they interview the people they're currently most inspired by while trying desperately to find out if everyone is in fact mad at them.