S1 E1 • Bench Rivalry

Steve Buscemi has a new show idea, but Chris Rock has his doubts. Actor Anthony Laciura sits down to help, but Steve’s brother Michael has his own ideas.

Première diffusion : 15 mai 2014

S1 E2 • Hair Apparent

Rosie Perez takes a seat on the bench to talk about where she comes from, Geo leaves for important business, and Michael helps Rosie to her next appointment.

Première diffusion : 15 mai 2014

S1 E3 • Close But No Cigar

Steve sits and smokes e-cigars with Billy Connolly. Later, Steve works connections with his brother Michael to get Colin Quinn as a possible guest.

Première diffusion : 15 mai 2014

S1 E4 • Benchmark

Steve hosts his biggest show yet. With a live audience, Steve talks with Rosanne Cash about her southern roots, while Michael Shannon needs new shoelaces.

Première diffusion : 15 mai 2014

S1 E5 • Parklandia

Fred Armisen is running late for an appearance on another talking show, but takes a moment to reminisce with Steve about a play they did together.

Première diffusion : 9 juin 2014

S1 E6 • No Try Just Do

After a tour of Himalayan art with Rubin Museum Program Director Tim McHenry, Steve and Buddhist nun Ani Trime Lhamo sit down, be quiet, and see what happens.

Première diffusion : 9 juin 2014

S1 E7 • It's a Girl's World

Steve talks to GZA from the Wu-Tang Clan about his lyrical influences before heading to the Lower Eastside Girls Club to meet some higher dimensional beings.

Première diffusion : 9 juin 2014

S1 E8 • Bill of Approval

Steve surveys the public and shares their concerns with NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio. At last, Geo may have found someone to trust.

Première diffusion : 9 juin 2014

S1 E9 • Fun with Dick and Debbie

Dick Cavett hosts an unexpected guest while Steve, Geo, and Michael observe the rules of conversation.

Première diffusion : 10 juin 2014

S1 E10 • Cobbler, Butcher, Biker

Steve talks to Tom McCarthy about his upcoming film The Cobbler and Bobby Cannavale cuts in to debate the carnivorous origins of Italian-American names.

Première diffusion : 10 juillet 2014

S1 E11 • A Carrot is a Diamond For a Rabbit

Steve and Julian Schnabel drink tequila while discussing natural light, biblical film scenes, signal flags and immortality.

Première diffusion : 10 juillet 2014

S1 E12 • Bench Rap

Method Man and Geo share their emotions and Steve plays ball with Beastie Boys Ad-Rock and Mike D.

Première diffusion : 10 juillet 2014

S1 E13 • One Fine Finale, Life Accordion to Steve

Steve and Geo mix it up with Michael Kenneth Williams, musician Jake La Botz and The Daily Show’s Jessica Williams before warming the bench with brother Michael

Première diffusion : 10 juillet 2014