Will Durst Movies and Career Information

Will Durst (born March 18, 1952 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin) is an American political satirist; he considers himself a modern mix of Mort Sahl and Will Rogers. Durst co-hosted a daily morning talk radio show with former San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown on San Francisco's progressive talk radio station, KQKE. He has performed at events featuring Bill Clinton, George H.W. Bush, and Al Gore. He also speaks at many Governors Conferences and various Mayors Conventions. He was a correspondent for The Comedy Channel during the 1992 political conventions. His humor and commentaries emphasize his view of illogical and absurd aspects of politics, leadership, and human behavior. Having had over 150 jobs in his lifetime, Durst claims "he can relate to the common working man". He once ran for mayor of San Francisco to get his name out there. He writes several internet columns, contributes to Independent Media Institute's Alternet.org on a regular basis, is a former contributing editor to National Lampoon and George, and has contributed to various periodicals such as the New York Times, the The Funny Times and his hometown San Francisco Chronicle. His podcasts can be heard on audible.com. An Emmy