Theme Song Removed from Latest Episode
Monday's episode of the Comedy Bang Bang podcast, which featured Fred Armisen and Carrie Brownstein, omitted the show's opening theme composed by Reggie Watts. This came after the theme was heard before the August 17 episode, but not in the most recent one. The decision to drop the theme followed a Rolling Stone article that accused Watts of irresponsible and self-centered conduct related to drugs in previous romantic relationships.[S1][S2]
Reggie Watts, a comedian and musician, composed the theme for the 'Comedy Bang Bang' podcast, hosted by Scott Aukerman. Watts previously starred in the TV adaptation of the show from 2012 to 2016 and later led the band for The Late Late Show. The podcast's origins trace back to 2009 as a radio program. However, the reason for removing the theme song from a recent episode remains unclear, as representatives for Watts, the podcast, and Aukerman have not yet provided comments.[S1][S2]
Allegations from Rolling Stone Report
A Rolling Stone article released on Thursday claims that Katherine McCollough, the late ex-partner of Reggie Watts, became addicted to ketamine during their relationship. Their romance ended in October 2025, following a drug-induced manic episode she suffered that summer. Tragically, McCollough traveled to Peru in March of this year and ended her life. The report also features accusations from five other former partners of Watts, who allege a pattern of reckless and selfish conduct related to drugs, with two describing their relationships as emotionally and psychologically abusive.[S1]
According to Rolling Stone, Katherine McCollough's loved ones say her drug use escalated dramatically during her relationship with Reggie Watts. They attribute her tragic death to his influence, claiming that he introduced her to psychedelics and substances, which became a defining aspect of their time together. Watts has a history of promoting ketamine and similar drugs.[S1][S2]
Watts' Attorney Responds
Andrew Brettler, the lawyer representing Reggie Watts, issued a statement to Rolling Stone, refuting the accusations. He deemed them dangerously untrue and asserted that the narrative implying Watts' culpability in Katherine McCollough's suicide was preconceived. Brettler emphasized that McCollough had a history of drug use and didn't require any encouragement, and he denied any allegations of Watts being an abusive partner.[S1]
