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 police officer and podcast host 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)
Stand-up specials
Year |
Title |
Platform |
|---|---|---|
2023 |
The Speed of Light |
YouTube |
2025 |
Matt McCusker: A Humble Offering |
Netflix |
Television
Year |
Title |
Role |
Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
2024-2026 |
Tires |
Max the Bike Cop |
Television series |