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Matt McCusker

Matt McCusker (born January 27, 1986) is an American stand-up comedian, podcaster, and author.

Early life

McCusker was born in Havertown, Pennsylvania, and grew up in Garnet Valley, Pennsylvania. He attended Drexel University and later received a Master of Social Work degree from Bryn Mawr College in 2020.

Career

McCusker began performing stand-up in the Philadelphia area and won Helium Comedy Club Philadelphia’s Philly’s Phunniest competition in 2014.

In 2016, he and comedian Shane Gillis launched Matt and Shane's Secret Podcast. which was the #1 podcast on Patreon in 2025. In August 2023, McCusker released the stand-up special The Speed of Light on YouTube. His first Netflix hour, Matt McCusker: A Humble Offering, premiered on October 7, 2025.

McCusker appeared in the comedy series Tires in a supporting on-screen role.

Personal life

McCusker is married to Brittany McCusker.

McCusker is the creator of Psych Naw, a project focused on psychological well-being.

Bibliography

  • Overlook: A Story About Drugs, Disappointment and the American Dream (2018)

Filmography

Stand-up specials

Television

References

External links