Sebastian Maniscalco is launching "We Got Company," a new monthly interview show on SiriusXM that premieres August 20 with Jerry Seinfeld as the debut guest. The veteran stand-up comedian and actor will conduct extended one-on-one conversations across the satellite radio platform, with Ray Romano and various celebrity chefs and restaurateurs lined up for future episodes.
The move positions Maniscalco, whose comedy special catalog spans Netflix and HBO, deeper into the audio entertainment space. SiriusXM has become a preferred platform for comedians seeking long-form conversation without broadcast constraints. Shows like Marc Maron's WTF and Joe Rogan's experience on Spotify demonstrate the appeal of extended interviews in comedy circles, where comedians can stretch conversations across 90 minutes or longer without commercial interruption.
Maniscalco's guest list reflects his industry standing and the show's accessibility appeal. Seinfeld remains one of comedy's most bankable names, still touring extensively while serving as executive producer on the Netflix animated series "Pop Culture." Romano brings legitimate acting chops from his decades headlining "Everybody Loves Raymond" alongside comedy credibility. The inclusion of celebrity chefs and restaurateurs signals Maniscalco's intent to broaden beyond pure comedy talk, tapping into food culture's crossover appeal with affluent audiences who consume podcasts and audio content during commutes and workouts.
Maniscalco's career trajectory supports the SiriusXM partnership. His stand-up specials "Stay Hungry" (2021), "Is It Me?" (2017), and others have built substantial streaming audiences. He co-hosts "The Whisky Ginger" podcast with fellow comedian Jillian Barberie, demonstrating his comfort in long-form conversational formats. His acting appearances on "The Godfather of New York" and voice work expand his profile beyond comedy purists.
SiriusXM's strategy here reflects broader entertainment patterns. The satellite radio platform competes with Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube for comedy content rights as creators seek alternative revenue streams outside traditional broadcast networks. Monthly shows create lower production overhead than daily podcasts while maintaining subscriber appeal through A-list guests and recurring listening patterns.
The August 20 premiere with Seinfeld carries particular weight. Seinfeld rarely sits for extended interviews, making the appearance noteworthy for SiriusXM's subscriber base. His willingness to participate underscores Maniscalco's peer status within comedy's upper echelon.
"We Got Company" arrives as Maniscalco expands beyond stand-up into acting, producing, and podcast hosting. The show adds another revenue stream while cementing his position as a cultural commentator and interviewer, not merely a performer telling jokes on stage. For SiriusXM, landing Maniscalco and his roster of high-profile guests strengthens its comedy programming lineup against rival platforms competing for subscriber loyalty.
The monthly format distinguishes "We Got Company" from daily podcasts, positioning it as appointment listening rather than constant content churn. This scarcity model, borrowed from traditional television, encourages dedicated listenership and repeat subscription value.