Trying to find the right SiriusXM comedy channel feels like walking into a massive comedy club with 10 stages. Which room do you pick? This guide breaks down every channel, what’s on it, and which subscription gets you in the door. Stick around — the subscription breakdown alone is worth the read.
What Are the SiriusXM Comedy Channels?
SiriusXM runs over 10 dedicated comedy channels, clustered mostly in the 93–104 dial range. That’s intentional. Group the comedy channels together, and listeners naturally drift between shows, discovering new comedians while they’re at it.
Each channel targets a specific flavor of comedy — clean, filthy, nostalgic, urban, Americana, or shock-jock. There’s no one-size-fits-all approach here, and that’s exactly the point.
Here’s a full snapshot of every major SiriusXM comedy channel right now:
| Channel | Name | Vibe | Clean or Explicit? |
|---|---|---|---|
| 93 | Netflix Is A Joke Radio | Premium stand-up, Netflix exclusives | Explicit |
| 94 | Comedy Greats | Legends — Carlin, Pryor, Rivers | Explicit |
| 95 | Comedy Central Radio | Roasts, archives, uncensored sets | Explicit |
| 96 | Kevin Hart’s LOL Radio | Urban comedy, talk shows | Explicit |
| 97 | Jeff & Larry’s Comedy Roundup | Blue-collar, heartland humor | Mostly clean |
| 98 | Pure Comedy | 100% profanity-free | Clean |
| 99 | Sebastian Maniscalco’s Comedy Radio | Stand-up curation, lifestyle talk | Explicit |
| 103 | Faction Talk | Shock-jock, unfiltered commentary | Explicit |
| 104 | Conan O’Brien Radio | Smart, silly, podcast-driven | Explicit |
| 168 | SiriusXM Comedy Club | Canadian stand-up exclusively | Explicit |
Now let’s dig into what makes each channel worth your time.
Netflix Is A Joke Radio (Channel 93): The Big Budget Room
Netflix Is A Joke Radio is SiriusXM’s crown jewel for stand-up fans. Netflix dumps billions into exclusive comedy specials, and SiriusXM gets the audio rights. That means you’re hearing Dave Chappelle, Gabriel Iglesias, Trevor Noah, Wanda Sykes, and Chris Rock — commercial-free.
The daily anchor show is What A Joke with Papa and Fortune, hosted by Tom Papa and Fortune Feimster. They chat, play clips from Netflix specials, and interview comedians promoting new content. It’s part talk show, part promo vehicle, and genuinely entertaining.
The channel also runs Are You Still Listening?, a monthly live showcase for up-and-coming comedians. It’s not just a highlight reel of past hits — it actively discovers new talent.
The biggest moment for Channel 93? The Netflix Is A Joke Fest 2026 in Los Angeles. SiriusXM turned the channel into a live festival hub from May 4–10, broadcasting wrap-up shows, backstage interviews, a comedy poker tournament, and live stand-up sets that weren’t made available on-demand. That’s appointment listening at its best.
Comedy Greats (Channel 94): The Hall of Fame Station
Comedy Greats doesn’t chase trends. It’s the comedy hall of fame — George Carlin, Richard Pryor, Eddie Murphy, Joan Rivers, Dave Attell. Timeless material from people who built the craft.
The standout show here is Tom Papa’s Come to Papa Live. It’s an old-school variety show recorded in front of a live audience with a house band. Mel Brooks and Jerry Seinfeld have both shown up. It feels like what radio used to be before algorithms took over.
This channel skews toward older, affluent listeners who want classics, not TikTok comedians. Nothing wrong with that — some of the funniest stuff ever recorded lives on this channel.
Comedy Central Radio (Channel 95): The Archive Giant
Comedy Central Radio taps into Paramount’s massive Comedy Central vault. Roasts, stand-up specials, and uncensored sets fill the schedule around the clock.
The programming is smartly dayparted. The Drive Home runs half-hour specials during afternoon commutes. The Friday Drive goes longer with full hour-long sets heading into the weekend. Special events like “Roast Week” marathons and comedian takeovers keep the static library feeling fresh.
Kevin Hart’s LOL Radio (Channel 96): Urban Comedy Done Right
Kevin Hart’s Laugh Out Loud Radio pulls from Hart’s Hartbeat production company and blends a deep comedy archive — Bernie Mac, Damon Wayans, Katt Williams — with original daily shows.
Here’s what’s currently running on the channel:
- Straight From The Hart — Hart’s flagship show
- Quake’s House — Earthquake delivers unfiltered hot takes and roundtable discussions
- OFF TOPIC with YAMANEIKA — Yamaneika Saunders brings high-energy improvisation to the afternoon drive slot (premiered June 2026)
- Love Thang with Punkie Johnson — Punkie and co-host Dicey offer hilariously unqualified relationship advice
The channel also broadcasts Hot Mic live from the Hollywood Improv every month. Rising stars perform alongside headliners, and you hear it as it happens.
Jeff & Larry’s Comedy Roundup (Channel 97): Heartland Comedy
Channel 97 is curated by Jeff Foxworthy and Larry the Cable Guy — the Blue Collar Comedy Tour guys. The humor is rural, working-class, and family-adjacent.
This channel matters for a practical reason: satellite radio coverage reaches rural areas where streaming apps drop out and terrestrial radio is weak. For a lot of SiriusXM listeners, this channel is their comedy lifeline on long drives through areas with zero cell service.
Pure Comedy (Channel 98): Safe for Every Passenger
Pure Comedy is exactly what it sounds like — zero profanity, 100% clean. Jim Gaffigan, Nate Bargatze, Brian Regan, Bob Newhart. Comedians who don’t need shock value to get laughs.
The channel recently rebranded from “Laugh USA” to Pure Comedy, and that name change is clever. Parents scanning the dial instantly know what they’re getting. No surprises when the kids are in the back seat.
Every month, Pure Comedy Presents plays a hand-picked clean stand-up album from start to finish. Full album, no interruptions. Rare on radio.
Sebastian Maniscalco’s Comedy Radio (Channel 99): The Newest Flagship
In April 2026, SiriusXM handed Channel 99 to Sebastian Maniscalco, replacing the old “Raw Comedy” channel. Maniscalco is one of the highest-grossing touring comedians alive — giving him his own channel makes sense.
The anchor show is The Sebastian Maniscalco Show, co-hosted with Pete Correale. The content windowing strategy is worth noting:
- Tuesday — Episodes premiere live on the satellite channel and SiriusXM app
- Same day — Available on-demand for SiriusXM Podcasts+ subscribers
- One week later — Full video episodes drop on YouTube for free
It’s a smart funnel. Subscribers get first access, ad-free. YouTube acts as a marketing engine to pull new people into a paid subscription.
Faction Talk (Channel 103): The Shock-Jock Home
Faction Talk bridges stand-up comedy and pure confrontational talk radio. It’s explicit, unapologetic, and not for everyone.
The anchor is Jim Norton & Sam Roberts, a morning show that carries the legacy of the old Opie & Anthony era. Jim Norton is known for brutal self-honesty, sexual candor, and interviews that go places other shows won’t. The Bennington Show rounds out the lineup with equally unfiltered talk.
If you want polished comedy, this isn’t your channel. If you want raw, uncomfortable, sometimes brilliant conversation — this is it.
Conan O’Brien Radio (Channel 104): The Podcast-Radio Hybrid
Conan O’Brien Radio is a 24-hour station built around Conan’s “smart and silly” brand. It’s the clearest example of SiriusXM blending podcast content with linear radio.
The channel syndicates Team Coco podcasts — Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend, Inside Conan, Conan O’Brien Needs a Fan — on a scheduled broadcast loop. But it goes beyond replays with original programming:
- The Andy Richter Call-in Show — Listeners call Andy with humorous life questions
- Bley’s Arcade — Emmy-winning producer Aaron Bleyaert debates pop culture and games live with audience participation
- The Conan and Jordan Show — Conan and his eccentric associate producer Jordan Schlansky in their natural element
- Stand-Up on CONAN with Laurie Kilmartin — Archival stand-up from Conan’s TV show, curated by Kilmartin
The channel even covered the Academy Awards red carpet live and ran musical interview segments with Billy Corgan and Lindsey Buckingham. It’s genuinely varied.
App-Only Comedy Channels Worth Knowing
Not every SiriusXM comedy channel lives on the satellite dial. These two are app or streaming exclusives.
Comedy in Full (Channel 773)
Comedy in Full launched in early 2026 and solves a real annoyance. Standard comedy radio chops sets into 3–5 minute clips, which kills the flow of a well-constructed stand-up hour. Comedy in Full plays complete albums, start to finish, exactly as the comedian intended. Perfect for long road trips or anyone who actually wants to hear the full set.
SmartLess Radio (Channel 787)
SmartLess Radio broadcasts the entire back catalog of the SmartLess podcast — hosted by Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, and Will Arnett — continuously, 24/7, with no breaks. No picking episodes, no menus. Just drop in and you’re already mid-conversation with a celebrity. It’s the lean-back listening experience podcasts rarely offer.
Which Subscription Gets You the Comedy Channels?
Here’s the part most people don’t realize before subscribing. Not all plans include the comedy channels.
| Plan | Monthly Cost | Comedy Channels Included | Howard Stern |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Music / Music Showcase | ~$11.99–$13.99 | None or very limited | No |
| Music & Entertainment | ~$25.99 | Full comedy lineup (Netflix, Comedy Central, Kevin Hart, Conan, etc.) | No |
| Platinum / Platinum VIP | ~$31.99–$34.99+ | Full comedy lineup + app exclusives | Yes |
The base music plans skip comedy entirely. You need at least the Music & Entertainment tier to access the full SiriusXM comedy channels lineup.
If you’re price-sensitive but still want comedy, there’s a Talk Add-On for $5/month. It unlocks Faction Talk, Comedy Central Radio, Comedy Greats, Kevin Hart’s LOL Radio, Netflix Is A Joke Radio, and Pure Comedy — without upgrading your entire plan.
The Platinum tier gates Howard Stern (Howard 100 & 101) behind the top subscription, along with live sports and the full video library. For comedy and talk radio die-hards, it’s hard to justify skipping it.
SiriusXM Comedy Club (Channel 168): Canada’s Own Room
SiriusXM Comedy Club is 100% Canadian stand-up, built to meet CRTC Canadian content requirements. The channel has had a turbulent history — launched as “Laugh Attack,” rebranded to “Canada Laughs,” briefly partnered with the Just for Laughs festival (under pressure from Canadian comedians who depended on royalties), then rebranded again to its current name in early 2024.
Today it runs specialized programming including Comedy Mosaic (multicultural comedy), Out Loud Laughs (2SLGBTQIA+ performers), and NSFW Nights for the darkest, most explicit material in the lineup. It’s a genuinely curated channel, not just a regulatory checkbox.
The Bottom Line on SiriusXM Comedy Channels
SiriusXM runs one of the most diverse comedy lineups in audio. Clean or filthy. Urban or heartland. Archival legends or brand-new sets from a Netflix special that dropped last week. There’s a channel for every mood and every passenger in the car.
The key is knowing which subscription unlocks what you actually want. The Music & Entertainment plan covers most of the comedy dial. The Talk Add-On is the budget-friendly middle ground. And Platinum is for the person who needs Howard Stern and won’t settle for anything less.
Whatever your taste — check the full comedy channel lineup on SiriusXM and find your room.
