Matt McCusker
- Actor
- Writer
- Director
Matt McCusker is a comedian, novelist, and actor from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He is the co-host of the industry-changing cult comedy show Matt and Shane's Secret Podcast with Shane Gillis. It is the #1 Patreon podcast in the world, dominating the charts with over 5.5 million downloads each month.
As an actor, McCusker has played scene-stealing roles in series including the record-breaking Netflix sitcom 'Tires' and the hit web series 'Gilly & Keeves'.
In 2023, McCusker released his debut special, 'The Speed of Light'. With his trademark casual poise and observational style, blending dry wit with candid storytelling, the special is a sharp rumination on parenthood, masculinity, wellness, and relationships in your 30s. Fans responded with viral enthusiasm and today, the special has reached almost 4M views on YouTube alone.
McCusker is also a respected author. His debut novel, 'Overlook: A Story About Drugs, Disappointment, and the American Dream', an unflinching look at a blue-collar community in the throes of a missing person case, was received with acclaim.
In August 2025, McCusker launched his first animated project with the debut short, The Papa John Paradox. Written, produced, and starring McCusker, four shorts have been released this summer directed by Big Mouth's Frank Gidlewski.
As an actor, McCusker has played scene-stealing roles in series including the record-breaking Netflix sitcom 'Tires' and the hit web series 'Gilly & Keeves'.
In 2023, McCusker released his debut special, 'The Speed of Light'. With his trademark casual poise and observational style, blending dry wit with candid storytelling, the special is a sharp rumination on parenthood, masculinity, wellness, and relationships in your 30s. Fans responded with viral enthusiasm and today, the special has reached almost 4M views on YouTube alone.
McCusker is also a respected author. His debut novel, 'Overlook: A Story About Drugs, Disappointment, and the American Dream', an unflinching look at a blue-collar community in the throes of a missing person case, was received with acclaim.
In August 2025, McCusker launched his first animated project with the debut short, The Papa John Paradox. Written, produced, and starring McCusker, four shorts have been released this summer directed by Big Mouth's Frank Gidlewski.
