“It sounds so nerdy and pathetic, but what I always do on Sunday afternoon is bring my inbox down to zero, which is so sad. But e-mail has become like homework for adults. I'll have 141 messages from people who will be offended if I don't write back.”

American comedian and writer, he rose to prominence in the 2000s through his sharp, self-deprecating stand-up and later became known for blending humor with deeply personal storytelling in works like *The New One* and *2014’s* *Mike Birbiglia: Live at the Comedy Cellar*. His writing often explores vulnerability and the absurdity of everyday life, earning praise for its authenticity and emotional resonance.