Ian Karmel
Keynote Speaker: Stand-Up Comedian & Writer Known for CBS' "The Late Late Show with James Corden"; Host of "All Fantasy Everything" Podcast
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Ian Karmel Biography
Ian Karmel is an Emmy Award-winning stand-up comedian, television writer, author, and podcast host known for his work in comedy writing and performance. After his appearance on "Chelsea Lately," Karmel was hired as one of the show's writers shortly after moving to Los Angeles. When "Chelsea Lately" ended, he met with James Corden, who was becoming the new host of "The Late Late Show," and was hired as one of Corden's first writers. He later served as head writer for the Emmy Award-winning "The Late Late Show with James Corden" and was among the founding writers during the show's re-creation.
Karmel trained at the Los Angeles improv company The Groundlings and Upright Citizens Brigade, building a foundation in performance and comedic craft that informs his work across multiple platforms. His television writing credits include "Chelsea Lately," the Grammys, the Tonys, and "Who Is America?" with Sacha Baron Cohen. His work on the Tony Awards earned him an Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Writing for a Variety Special, and his work on "Carpool Karaoke: When Corden Met McCartney Live From Liverpool" won him an Emmy Award. Karmel has also written for events including the Golden Globes, Oscars, and the Mark Twain Prize. He appeared as an actor in the comedy film "Summer of 69," demonstrating his range as a performer in addition to his writing.
As a stand-up comedian, Karmel has developed a following through his candid, self-aware style. He was featured at the Just for Laughs Festival in Montreal as a breakout stand-up in the New Faces category. He made his late night debut on TBS' "Conan" and was featured on Comedy Central's "Adam DeVine's House Party." Karmel released his album "9.2 on Pitchfork" through the Portland label Kill Rock Stars and was featured in the Netflix stand-up special series "The Comedy Lineup." He released his debut stand-up special, "Comfort Beyond God's Foresight," filmed in his hometown. Karmel also hosts the comedy podcast "All Fantasy Everything," which reimagines pop culture through fantasy sports drafts. In 2026, he featured in "FIFA World Cup on Fox After Hours with James Corden" alongside Rio Ferdinand during the tournament.
Beyond his comedy career, Karmel authored the national bestseller "T-Shirt Swim Club: Stories from Being Fat in a World of Thin People," sharing personal experiences and insights about body image. His experiences navigating gym classes and enduring fat jokes fueled his comedy, with much of his stand-up centered around his body. Karmel has since lost more than 200 pounds but maintains a lifelong relationship with fatness. Kirkus Reviews praised the book, noting its focus on resilience and growth. The memoir demonstrates Karmel's ability to transform personal struggle into storytelling that resonates across multiple mediums, defining his work in comedy, television writing, and literature.
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Ian Karmel is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Comedian, Podcast Host and Author. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Ian Karmel generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Neal Brennan, Trevor Noah and Streeter Seidell. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Ian Karmel for an upcoming event.
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How much does it cost to book Ian Karmel for a speaking engagement?
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What topics does Ian Karmel speak about?
Ian Karmel is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Comedian, Podcast Host and Author. -
Where does Ian Karmel travel from?
Ian Karmel generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Ian Karmel?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Ian Karmel for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Ian Karmel for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Ian Karmel or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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