5 Words Creators & Guests

Sean Patton is an American stand-up comedian, actor, and writer. He began his career in New Orleans before moving to New York City, where he gained recognition in the comedy scene. Patton has appeared on popular television programs such as Conan, Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, and The Meltdown with Jonah and Kumail. He has also been featured in stand-up specials for Comedy Central and Netflix. Patton has performed at prestigious comedy festivals, including Just for Laughs in Montreal, and is co-host of the podcast Five Words.

Noah Gardenswartz is a New York-based comedian and writer.

Erin Jackson is a comedian.

Shalewa Sharpe is a comedian and host of the Thug Passion Presents podcast.

Myq Kaplan is a stand-up comedian.

Sean Donnelly is a comedian.

Professional mess and professional comedian.

Glenn Wool is a Canadian standup comedian.

Wilfred Padua is a comedian, writer, and actor.

Cipha Sounds is an American radio and television personality of Puerto Rican descent, and he is also a co-host of Juan Epstein Podcast.

Jo Firestone is a distinguished comedian, writer, and actress recognized for her distinctive comedic style and innovative approach to entertainment. She has contributed to various acclaimed television programs, including "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon," "Joe Pera Talks With You," and "Shrill." As a writer and performer on "The Chris Gethard Show," Firestone has demonstrated her versatility and creativity. In addition to her television work, she has made significant contributions to live comedy in New York City. Firestone and her father created the "Punderdome: A Card Game for Pun Lovers" game. Firestone also co-hosts the podcast "Dr. Gameshow," showcasing her talent for engaging and original comedy.

Raanan Hershberg is a comedian.

Bryan Cook is a comedian and a writer for Jimmy Kimmel Live!

Ali Clayton is a stand-up comedian and host of Y’all Gay Podcast.

Erica Rhodes is an actress and stand-up comedian.

Chris Garcia is a comedian based in Los Angeles. He he has appeared on Comedy Central’s Midnight and Adam Devine’s House Party, NBC’s Last Call with Carson Daly, NPR’s This American Life and The WTF Podcast with Marc Maron. His Comedy Central Presents half-hour stand up special is set to premiere on Comedy Central in 2018.Chris was a New Face at the 2016 Montreal Just For Laughs Comedy Festival, where he was bestowed the honor of “Best of the Fest.” His other festival appearances include Comedy Central’s Clusterfest, Bonnaroo 2017, Outside Lands, The New York Comedy Festival, San Francisco Sketchfest, The Bridgetown Comedy Festival, Moontower Comedy Festival, High Plains Comedy Festival, The Aspen Rooftop Comedy Festival, Riot LA, the Humboldt Comedy Festival, and The Akumal Comedy Festival in Mexico.Chris has written for the CBS Diversity Sketch Showcase, NHMC’s Latino Writers Workshop and has contributed to The Eric Andre Show, The Comedy Central Roast of Justin Bieber, The MTV Movie Awards among other television programs. In 2017, Chris sold a pilot based on his life to FOX Television, which he developed with the Lonely Island and producers of Modern Family. He is currently developing another sitcom pilot script for 20th Century Fox.

Sam Morril is a stand-up comedian and writer. He has released several specials, including Positive Influence and I Got This. Morril is a regular performer at major comedy clubs across the United States and has appeared on Conan, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, and The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. In 2021, he released the special Up on the Roof, which was fiilmed on New York City rooftops during the pandemic. Morril is also a co-host of the podcast We Might Be Drunk with Mark Normand.

Rosebud Baker is a comedian, actress, and writer.

Gastor Almonte is a stand-up comedian and storyteller.