Murray Hill: Comedy, Drag Kings, and Showbiz Stories
Murray Hill: Comedy, Drag Kings, and Showbiz Stories  
Podcast: Showing Off with Brian Newman & Angie Pontani
Rating: Explicit Published On: Thu Feb 26 2026
Description: Comedy legend Murray Hill is the very first official guest on Showing Off with Brian Newman and Angie Pontani, sharing stories from a groundbreaking career in comedy, performance, and drag. Known as a comedian, host, actor, writer, producer, and pioneering drag king performer, Murray Hill talks about the origins of the Murray Hill persona and what it really means to be a “show off.” From performing in unconventional venues to building a lasting career in entertainment, Murray shares hilarious and heartfelt stories from decades in show business. In this episode of Showing Off, Murray discusses: Creating the Murray Hill character Early influences in comedy and performance Building a career in live entertainment The history and culture of drag kings Behind-the-scenes showbiz stories Staying authentic as a performer Murray also shares stories about working alongside legendary performer Paul Reubens, best known as Pee-wee Herman, and reflects on his impact within the drag king community. This episode is a lively and inspiring conversation about creativity, identity, and building a career on your own terms. Want to submit a question? Email us at ShowingOffPod@gmail.com! FOLLOW THE PODCASTShowingOffPod.comYouTubeInstagramTikTokFacebook FOLLOW ANGIEAngiePontani.comInstagramTikTokFacebook FOLLOW BRIANBrianNewman.comYouTubeInstagramTikTokFacebook Credits Hosted by Brian Newman and Angie Pontani BASE Creatives Production by Scott Frederick, Ellis Frederick, Arielle Nissenblatt Studio engineering by Wolf Taylor Recorded at Wolff Island Studios Editing by Arielle Nissenblatt Post production by David Woje of Pinwheel Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices