Legendary comedian, actress, singer, and provocateur Sandra Bernhard @SandraBernhard joins Kyle McMahon (@KylemcmahonMe ) on Pop Culture Weekly for a career-spanning conversation you do not want to miss. From her wild unscripted moments with Madonna on Letterman, to her game-changing performances in stand-up, TV, and film, Sandra opens up about the career that’s always been one step ahead of the culture.
We dive into:
✨ Sandra’s spontaneous rise from manicurist to comedy icon
🎭 Her groundbreaking, genre-defying performances
📺 Behind-the-scenes secrets from Severance, Roseanne, and more
🎤 Touring in 2025 on her Shapes and Forms tour
💥 Why her infamous 1988 Letterman appearance with Madonna could never happen today
🌈 Her lifelong advocacy and visibility for the LGBTQ+ community
🔥 This interview is packed with pop culture history, fearless honesty, and Sandra’s signature wit.
📺 Watch now and subscribe for more unfiltered interviews, deep dives, and pop culture legends - only on Pop Culture Weekly with Kyle McMahon.
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[Listen to the entire episode on the podcast here](https://podcast.popcultureweekly.com/videos/kevin-bacon-jennifer-nettles-the-bondsman-comedy-icon-sandra-bernhard/)
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