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Hi, I’m Orli Matlow. I’m a writer, podcast host, and comedian who loves turning complex ideas into entertaining conversations. My podcast War Is Stupid: An Anti-War Podcast About War is a history and comedy podcast that challenges the centuries-old conventional wisdom that war is the smart and sensible thing to do.
My work spans podcasts, television, digital content, and education. I write scripts, provide creative consulting, and lead trivia nights and stand-up workshops, always aiming to make people laugh and/or think.
Experience Level
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Language
English
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Work Experience
Writer, Host at War Is Stupid: An Anti-War Podcast About War
May 1, 2025 - PresentWriting, producing, and hosting the comedy and history podcast.
Social Media Manager and Content Creator at Mensches for Mamdani
October 1, 2025 - PresentCreating and publishing videos and memes encouraging positive conversations about the New York mayoral race.
Host and Writer at NYC Trivia League
January 1, 2024 - PresentWrite and host trivia at bars and private events.
Creative Consultant at Indefensible (SundanceTV)
January 1, 2023 - October 14, 2025Provided creative input for the true crime docuseries hosted by Jena Friedman. Providing in-depth research to develop interview questions, and both writing and punching up jokes.
Writer at From Yalta to Malta (Voice of America)
September 1, 2023 - October 14, 2025Wrote scripts providing a comedic spin to the ADDY Award-winning historical docuseries about the Cold War.
Freelance Copywriter at Voyage Pictures
May 1, 2023 - PresentWriting scripts for commercials, including Deckorators decking.
Creative Consultant at Soft Focus with Jena Friedman
November 1, 2021 - PresentIn the writers’ room in Los Angeles, writing and pitching jokes and segments for the Adult Swim special.
Staff Writer at Someecards
January 1, 2022 - October 14, 2025Wrote 3-5 blog posts daily and publishing them to social media with enticing copy. Wrote the popular “5 People Having A Worse Monday Than You” column, as well as jokes and ecards for the humor site. Kept content calendar up-to-date, managed social media accounts, reviewed analytics, and optimized content for social media algorithms.
Freelance Humor Writer at Freelance
January 1, 2015 - PresentWriting humor pieces for publications including McSweeney’s, Reductress, and Points in Case. Highlights include “What Your Favorite Stephen Sondheim Song Says About You,” “Canadian Proverbs,” and “If Conservatives Talked About Other Issues The Way They Talk About Climate Change” on McSweeney’s.
Freelance Stand-Up Comedy Instructor at Columbia University (Pre-College) & Weinberg Center for Balanced Living
January 1, 2019 - PresentTeaching standup comedy workshops in the pre-college program at Columbia University and to older adults at the Weinberg Center for Balanced Living.
Creator, Writer, and Host at War Is Stupid: An Anti-War Podcast About War
May 1, 2025 - November 14, 2025Writing, producing, and hosting the comedy and history podcast.
Social Media Manager and Content Creator at Mensches for Mamdani
October 1, 2025 - November 14, 2025Creating and publishing videos and memes encouraging positive conversations about the New York mayoral race.
Host and Writer at NYC Trivia League
January 1, 2024 - November 14, 2025Write and host trivia at bars and private events.
Creative Consultant at Indefensible (SundanceTV)
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023Provided creative input for the true crime docuseries hosted by Jena Friedman. Providing in-depth research to develop interview questions, and both writing and punching up jokes.
Writer at From Yalta to Malta (Voice of America)
September 1, 2023 - September 1, 2023Wrote scripts providing a comedic spin to the ADDY Award-winning historical docuseries about the Cold War.
Freelance Copywriter at Voyage Pictures
May 1, 2023 - November 14, 2025Writing scripts for commercials, including Deckorators decking.
Creative Consultant at Soft Focus with Jena Friedman
November 1, 2021 - November 14, 2025In the writers’ room in Los Angeles, writing and pitching jokes and segments for the Adult Swim special.
Staff Writer at Someecards
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022Wrote 3-5 blog posts daily and publishing them to social media with enticing copy. Wrote the popular “5 People Having A Worse Monday Than You” column, as well as jokes and ecards for the humor site. Kept content calendar up-to-date, managed social media accounts, reviewed analytics, and optimized content for social media algorithms.
Freelance Stand-Up Comedy Instructor at Columbia University (Pre-College Program) and Weinberg Center for Balanced Living
January 1, 2019 - November 14, 2025Teaching standup comedy workshops in the pre-college program at Columbia University and to older adults at the Weinberg Center for Balanced Living.
Creator, Writer, and Host at War Is Stupid: An Anti-War Podcast About War
May 1, 2025 - November 17, 2025Writing, producing, and hosting the comedy and history podcast.
Social Media Manager and Content Creator at Mensches for Mamdani
October 1, 2025 - November 17, 2025Creating and publishing videos and memes encouraging positive conversations about the New York mayoral race.
Host and Writer at NYC Trivia League
January 1, 2024 - November 17, 2025Write and host trivia at bars and private events.
Freelance Copywriter at Voyage Pictures
May 1, 2023 - November 17, 2025Writing scripts for commercials, including Deckorators decking.
Creative Consultant at Soft Focus with Jena Friedman
November 1, 2021 - November 17, 2025In the writers’ room in Los Angeles, writing and pitching jokes and segments for the Adult Swim special.
Freelance Stand-Up Comedy Instructor at Columbia University pre-college program and the Weinberg Center for Balanced Living
January 1, 2019 - November 17, 2025Teaching standup comedy workshops in the pre-college program at Columbia University and to older adults at the Weinberg Center for Balanced Living.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in American Studies at Columbia University in the City of New York
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2015Bachelor of Arts in Modern Jewish Studies at The Jewish Theological Seminary of America
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2015Bachelor of Arts in American Studies at Columbia University in the City of New York
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2015Bachelor of Arts in Modern Jewish Studies at The Jewish Theological Seminary of America
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2015Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services
Experience Level
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