Yannis Pappas

About this show

As a stand-up comedian, podcaster, TV host and entertainer, Yannis Pappas continues to bring his rich brand of high concept humor and pointed social perspective to the masses, always with his signature Brooklyn charm, and deep rooted Greek flair. With two popular podcasts, the YANNIS PAPPAS HOUR and HISTORY HYENAS (co-hosted by fellow comedian Chris Distefano), Yannis has amassed a huge following across all streaming platforms including 250K+ on YouTube alone. He is a staple of the NY scene and a favorite among the comedy community having appeared regularly on top podcasts like The Joe Rogan Experience, Kill Tony, Tim Dillon Show, Your Mom's House, 2 Bears 1 Cave, Bad Friends, Lex Fridman and Tigerbelly among others. His most recent special PROPERTY OWNER (2025), filmed at the Comedy Mothership in Austin, TX, is out now on the History Hyenas YouTube channel. His other hour-long stand-up specials on YouTube, MOM LOVE (2022) and BLOWING THE LIGHT (2019) have over 2 million views rivaling specials on most major streamers. His natural charisma and lightning quick wit on stage has translated to opportunities on screen, anchoring fanatic series like AOL's award-winning 2 POINT LEAD, MSG's sports show THE BRACKET, UNLEASHED w/ Olivia Harlan Dekker and ABC's FUSION LIVE. He continues to sell out shows on tour across the country while also featuring in some of the biggest comedy festivals in the world including the Netflix is a Joke Fest, NY Comedy Festival, Fully Loaded at Sea and the iconic Just For Laughs Festival in Montreal.