Starburns Audio acquires hit comedy podcast The Koy Pond with Jo Koy and launches new series The Patdown with comedian Ms Pat

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Los Angeles CA, USA—Starburns Audio, the podcasting network created by Starburns Industries, announced April 24 that it has acquired the popular comedy podcast “The Koy Pond” starring stand-up comedian Jo Koy. Just For Laughs’ Comedian of the Year for 2018, Jo Koy has moved from clubs to theaters and is now selling out arenas. His weekly podcast has published 160 episodes and is a chance to visit him each week as he shares his hilarious insights with his friends and fellow comedians.

Additionally, Starburns Audio has partnered with bestselling author and comedian Ms. Pat to launch “The Patdown.” The all-new weekly series will feature Ms. Pat as she brings her listeners freestyle conversations that touch on anything from current events to revealing stories from her extraordinary life. The series will debut Tuesday, April 30th with new episodes airing weekly.

“We’re excited to partner with Jo and build upon the hilarious series he’s created,” said Starburns Audio CEO, Jason Smith. “Ms. Pat is a dynamic and exciting voice in the comedy world that we’re thrilled to bring into the Starburns Audio family as we continue to expand our programming slate.”

These partnerships with Jo Koy and Ms. Pat mark key additions for the network’s slate of comedic podcast programming and represent its emphasis on producing high-quality, engaging series.

“I’m excited to be a part of Starburns Audio Family,” said Koy. “Can’t wait for fans to listen to the new episodes of The Koy Pond. It’s gonna be fun!”

“I am so excited to bring my podcast, The Patdown, to all my fans at Starburns Audio,” said Ms. Pat. “Brace your damn self.”

Episodes of ‘The Koy Pond’ and Ms. Pat’s The Patdown can be found at Starburns.audio, Himalaya, Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, Spotify and everywhere else podcasts are available.

About Starburns Audio:

Starburns Audio is a new podcasting network created by Starburns Industries, the production studio behind Rick and Morty, HBO’s Animals, and the Academy Award-nominated Anomalisa. At SBA we make creator-driven comedy podcasts by providing a platform to unique, exciting talent and amplifying their voices to create high-quality comedic content. Our launch-lineup is a mix of Apple Podcasts comedy top 50 mainstays and exciting new shows, including: Harmontown, Small Doses with Amanda Seales, Dumb People Town, Glowing Up, Roast Battle, and Natch Beaut.

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