Matt McCusker
American stand-up comedian, podcaster, and author
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Matt McCusker (born January 27, 1986)[1] is an American stand-up comedian, podcaster, and author.
podcaster
author
Matt McCusker | |
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McCusker on Neal Brennan's podcast in 2026 | |
| Born | January 27, 1986[1] |
| Alma mater | Bryn Mawr College |
| Occupations | Stand-up comedian podcaster author |
| Years active | 2011–present |
| Website | mattmccusker |
Early life
McCusker was born in Havertown, Pennsylvania, and grew up in Garnet Valley, Pennsylvania.[3] He attended Drexel University and later received a Master of Social Work degree from Bryn Mawr College in 2020.[4]
Career
McCusker began performing stand-up in the Philadelphia area and won Helium Comedy Club Philadelphia’s Philly’s Phunniest competition in 2014.[5][2]
In 2016, he and comedian Shane Gillis launched Matt and Shane's Secret Podcast.[6] which was the #1 podcast on Patreon in 2025.[7] In August 2023, McCusker released the stand-up special The Speed of Light on YouTube.[8][9] His first Netflix hour, Matt McCusker: A Humble Offering, premiered on October 7, 2025.[10][11]
McCusker appeared in the comedy series Tires in a supporting on-screen role.[12]