The Sklar Brothers on Comedy, Identity, & Parenting | The Harder To Breathe Podcast

This week, Ryan and Duck sit down with the legendary Sklar Brothers (Jason & Randy) for a conversation that’s equal parts comedy, heart, and insight. From pioneering the early days of comedy podcasting to reflecting on parenting, identity, and the state of humor today—this is a must-listen episode.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

[00:02:00] Duck Mailer shares why the Sklar Brothers are comedy heroes

[00:08:00] The guys unpack the societal issue of equating ignorance with weakness

[00:15:00] Echo chambers & information bubbles—what’s the real danger?

[00:22:00] Interview with the Sklar Brothers begins!

[00:32:00] Comedians vs. musicians: The surprising overlap

[00:33:40] Their creative writing process, revealed

[00:50:00] A deep dive into their show Born Identity

[01:10:00] How fatherhood shapes identity, career, and purpose

[01:15:57] Balancing anxiety with creative ambition

[01:31:00] The evolution of their journey into sports comedy

From their unique take on sports to their hilarious observations on family life, the Sklar Brothers bring their signature wit and wisdom to The Harder to Breathe podcast.