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Ari Matti
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Ari Matti

Estonia · Age 33

Regular

Sets
51
First
#8
Latest
#780
Span
772 episodes

Regular, introduced as 'the Estonian assassin.' Set was a sustained attack on sober people - that he only trusts alcoholics, that the sober guy with the water at the party is the rapist, with tags about P. Diddy and about Joe DeRosa's New Orleans story. Tony held him up as the hardest-working writer on the show, having run into him writing by the hotel pool. In the interview he said he has gained 38 pounds in two years in America, and told a long story about discovering a porn shoot in the hotel room next door and what he did about it.

APPEARANCES

Newest first
  1. Kill Tony #7801:49:03

    Episode #780

    Regular

    Guests: Fluffy, Harland Williams.

  2. Kill Tony #7641:58:21

    Episode #764

    Regular

    The Estonian assassin did about three minutes on conscription and Estonian military service, then talked about touring Florida, losing weight without Ozempic, and a Nike outlet store trip. Closed the show in place of regular William Montgomery, who was out sick, after getting the call the same day. Tony noted he is adding Monday dates on the road.

    Guests: Theo Von, Jelly Roll.

  3. Kill Tony #7562:00:32

    Episode #756

    Regular

    Closed the episode, introduced as the Estonian assassin and a regular selling out theaters nationwide while still waiting on a green card. Opened on the Austin ICE raids, then an extended bit about discovering his girlfriend had been faking orgasms for months, plugged his own tour dates at the end.

    Guests: Jim Norton, Ian Fidance.

  4. Kill Tony #7511:48:52

    Episode #751

    Regular

    Closed the show as the regular, introduced as the Estonian assassin. Performed an entirely new AI-themed set written in about 36 hours after Tony told him on the flight back from a Sunday gig that Rogan and Gillis would be on the panel. Tony called it the best set and best interview of the night and plugged his tour.

    Guests: Joe Rogan, Shane Gillis.

  5. Kill Tony #74749:37

    Episode #747

    Regular

    Talked about his first American Halloween and a recent trip to Cozumel, Mexico, introduced as the Estonian assassin, in the US about a year and a half. Ran long with a three-minute chunk on how American movies play in foreign markets and on Denzel Washington films.

    Guests: Harland Williams, Nick Rochefort.

  6. Kill Tony #7421:56:03

    Episode #742

    Regular

    He performed a minute about linguistic slurs and his experiences in Thailand, the Estonian regular closer who filled in for a sick William Montgomery. He also shared a story about pushing Martin Phillips in a wheelchair through the Las Vegas airport.

    Guests: Sam Tripoli, Tim Butterly.

  7. Kill Tony #74044:55

    Episode #740

    Regular

    Originally from Estonia, he performed a new minute about American Advil and Dunkin' Donuts. He mentioned he does not have a driver's license and rides a bicycle around Austin, on the program.

    Guests: Fluffy, Sal Vulcano.

  8. Kill Tony #7381:03:03

    Episode #738

    Regular

    He performed a minute about the differences between men and women in professional chess and shared stories from his recent US tour. Known as the 'Estonian Assassin,' he is a regular on the show.

    Guests: Andrew Santino, Jimmy Carr.

  9. Kill Tony #7332:06:28

    Episode #733

    Regular

    He joked about Austin's homeless population and Waymo robots. The Estonian comedian who closed the show in William Montgomery's absence.

    Guests: Rob Schneider, Donnell Rawlings.

  10. Kill Tony #7291:57:08

    Episode #729

    Regular

    The 'Estonian Assassin' and regular who performed a new minute about jealousy and 'the long game', he recently toured Florida with Kam Patterson and David Jolly, he showcased a championship belt sent to him by Tito Ortiz.

    Guests: Chris O'connor, Ryan O'neill.

  11. Kill Tony #7281:41:52

    Episode #728

    Regular

    The Estonian regular performer who discussed celebrating his first American Independence Day. He joked about movie diversity and Estonian history.

    Guests: Greg Fitzsimmons.

  12. Kill Tony #7261:16:45

    Episode #726

    Regular

    He performs a minute about wanting a larger penis and Mexico surgeries, the 'Estonian Assassin' and regular, he mentions recently performing in Mobile, Alabama and New Orleans.

    Guests: Ari Shaffir, Mark Normand.

  13. Kill Tony #7251:22:10

    Episode #725

    Regular

    He joked about the differences between guitars and accordions and his experiences with American weather alerts, from Estonia. He is currently working toward U.S. citizenship.

    Guests: Matt Rife, Tony Caruso.

  14. Kill Tony #7211:22:14

    Episode #721

    Regular

    36th appearance.

    Guests: Jimmy Carr.

  15. Kill Tony #7202:05:28

    Episode #720

    Regular

    He told a story about losing a UFC belt raffle at Tito Ortiz's bar in Florida despite buying 40 tickets, the 'Estonian Assassin' and current regular closer.

    Guests: Carrot Top.

  16. Kill Tony #7171:45:34

    Episode #717

    Regular

    He joked about the lack of religious belief in Estonia and the small black population there. From Estonia who recently returned from his home country, the interview devolved into a chaotic conversation with Antonio Brown about drinking 'titty milk'.

    Guests: Antonio Brown, Tommy Pope.

  17. Kill Tony #7151:30:13

    Episode #715

    Regular

    An Estonian comedian and regular known as the 'Estonian Assassin'. He is currently working toward obtaining his U.S. citizenship.

    Guests: Kid Rock, Mark Normand.

  18. Kill Tony #7141:47:20

    Episode #714

    Regular

    Originally from Estonia, often referred to as the 'Estonian Assassin'. He performed a set about flying on Southwest Airlines while under the influence of edibles.

    Guests: Luis J. Gomez, Lemaire Lee.

  19. Kill Tony #7132:06:12

    Episode #713

    Regular

    He discussed his history with guest Sam Tallent in Estonia and shared a long story about accidentally staying at a gay hotel in St. Petersburg, Florida, the Estonian regular who filled in for William Montgomery. He wore a green shirt by accident, unaware it was St. Patrick's Day.

    Guests: Sam Tallent, Ian Edwards.

  20. Kill Tony #7122:07:12

    Episode #712

    Regular

    The Estonian regular who closed the show with a minute about the differences in how men and women detect cheating. He discussed his 12-year journey in comedy before finding success in Austin.

    Guests: Adam Ray, Rich Vos.

  21. Kill Tony #7116:42

    Episode #711

    Regular

    He performed a minute about the difficulty of accessing adult content in Texas and his recent travels to Philadelphia, originally from Estonia, known as the 'Estonian Assassin'.

    Guests: Andrew Schulz, Deric Poston.

  22. Kill Tony #71049:02

    Episode #710

    Regular

    Ari Matti joked about his attempts to assimilate into American culture and criticized Taylor Swift's music, calling it a pile of shit. He joked that grown women who listen to her are mentally challenged and commented on her dating a football player with CTE, while during the interview, he discussed touring with Cam Patterson and meeting Cam's father.

    Guests: Tyler Fischer, Kam Patterson.

  23. Kill Tony #7072:06:03

    Episode #707

    Regular

    The 'Estonian Assassin' and regular. He performed a long, successful set about a staring contest with a man on a bus to demonstrate how comedy should be done, he joined the panel for the remainder of the show.

    Guests: James Mccann.

  24. Kill Tony #7062:51:03

    Episode #706

    Regular

    An Estonian comedian and current regular on the show. He performed a set about physical flexibility and his experiences living in the United States.

    Guests: James Mccann, Joe Derosa.

  25. Kill Tony #7042:00:08

    Episode #704

    Regular

    The 'Estonian Assassin' and regular who joked about his expiring work visa and his desire for U.S. citizenship. He wore a Fila tracksuit and discussed a hostile interaction with a woman on Instagram. He mentioned his interest in BB guns and disc golf.

    Guests: Harland Williams, Adam Ray, Joe Rogan.

  26. Kill Tony #7032:02:46

    Episode #703

    Regular

    He joked about his autism and discovered that Gabriel Iglesias had left large amounts of merch in Estonia years prior. The Estonian regular closer of the show, he performed a set about Asheville, North Carolina, and the LA fires.

    Guests: Gabriel "fluffy" Iglesias.

  27. Kill Tony #7021:58:25

    Episode #702

    Regular

    He joked about his upcoming visa status and the US inauguration. The 'Estonian Assassin' and regular who closed the show with a 3-minute set about being poor and financial advice. He recently returned from an eight-day trip to Tulum, Mexico.

    Guests: Shane Gillis, Mark Normand, Ari Shaffir.

  28. Kill Tony #6991:57:03

    Episode #699

    Regular

    Tony praised his work ethic and constant joke writing during the interview. The Estonian regular closed the show with a high-energy set about cancel culture and language.

    Guests: Luis J. Gomez, Joe List.

  29. Kill Tony #6981:53:49

    Episode #698

    Regular

    The Estonian regular performed a high-energy set about American convenience and Uber Eats, while during the interview, guest Ari Shaffir invited him to open for him in San Antonio in February. Tony described him as a 'shooting star' in the comedy world.

    Guests: Sam Tallent, Ari Shaffir.

  30. Kill Tony #6971:49:51

    Episode #697

    Regular

    The Estonian regular who performed a high-energy minute about his sexual preferences. He discussed his recent travels performing with Adam Ray and a viral incident involving a fight in the crowd during a show in San Diego, tony praised him as a future American citizen.

    Guests: Rfk Jr., Ari Shaffir.

  31. Kill Tony #69557:21

    Episode #695

    Regular

    The Estonian regular performed a minute about the benefits of arguing in a relationship. Tony shared a story about Ari's incredible luck at a casino in Las Vegas during a recent UFC pilot shoot. He is currently working toward becoming an American citizen.

    Guests: Matt Mccusker, Lemaire Lee.

  32. Kill Tony #6937:02

    Episode #693

    Regular

    Discussed his concerns regarding immigration and his thoughts on OnlyFans, from Estonia. This was a new minute as a regular.

    Guests: Jeff Dye, Rick Glassman.

  33. Kill Tony #6918:55

    Episode #691

    Regular

    He performed a political minute about campaign signs and was invited to join the panel for the rest of the episode, from Estonia.

    Guests: James Mccann.

  34. Kill Tony #69030:35

    Episode #690

    Regular

    The 'Estonian Assassin' performed a set about mental health and balconies, while during the interview, an Estonian woman in the audience threw a ring at him, leading to a mock marriage proposal to help him get a green card.

    Guests: Ari Shaffir, Jim Norton.

  35. Kill Tony #68911:04

    Episode #689

    Regular

    Originally from Estonia, he is currently on a mission to become an American citizen. He performed a set about having sex with his ex and compared male anatomy to a universal USBC charger. This was his first time in Las Vegas.

    Guests: Harland Williams, Dr. Phil.

  36. Kill Tony #6881:52:59

    Episode #688

    Regular

    The 'Estonian Assassin' and current regular. He closed the show with a set about dating and his recent first trip to Las Vegas.

    Guests: Russell Peters, Sam Tripoli.

  37. Kill Tony #6859:51

    Episode #685

    Regular

    From Estonia. He performed a set about open carry laws in Texas and his psycho interactions at McDonald's, tony mentions the ongoing goal of making him a US citizen.

    Guests: Sam Tallent.

  38. Kill Tony #6835:52

    Episode #683

    Regular

    Originally from Estonia, he recently moved to Texas and discusses his impressions of Seattle versus Austin. He is a regular known as the 'Estonian Assassin'.

    Guests: Tom Segura.

  39. Kill Tony #6821:13:48

    Episode #682

    Regular

    He performs a new minute about his preference for 'fat women' and his desire for a visa. From Estonia who is currently seeking American citizenship.

    Guests: Donald Trump, Joe Biden, Dave Attell.

  40. Kill Tony #6812:13:54

    Episode #681

    Regular

    He joked about the differences between American and Estonian homeless people. Originally from Estonia, he is a new regular on the show.

    Guests: Greg Fitzsimmons, Sam Jay.

  41. Kill Tony #68054:00

    Episode #680

    Regular

    Originally from Estonia, known as the 'Estonian Assassin'. He performed a set about homelessness and inflation. He has been in America for six months and recently opened for Joe Rogan.

    Guests: Joe Rogan, Shane Gillis.

  42. Kill Tony #6787:21

    Episode #678

    Regular

    He performed a set about trans people in the military and discussed opening for Joe Rogan's Netflix special. Originally from Estonia, he is a regular on the show.

    Guests: Whitney Cummings.

  43. Kill Tony #6776:47

    Episode #677

    Regular

    He recently performed theater shows in Florida and discussed the cultural differences between Canada and America. Originally from Estonia, he is currently working on obtaining his American visa.

    Guests: Jordan Peterson, Tyler Fischer, Kim Congdon.

  44. Kill Tony #6752:04:12

    Episode #675

    Regular

    The 'Estonian Assassin' and current show regular who closed the episode with a minute about the 'Lady Bird Lake Killer', tony praised his rapid ascent to becoming a global superstar in the comedy world.

    Guests: Gary Falcon, William Montgomery.

  45. Kill Tony #6731:13:04

    Episode #673

    Regular

    Guests: Joe Rogan, Matt Mccusker.

  46. Kill Tony #6715:08

    Episode #671

    Regular

    He discussed his desire for an American passport and his past work as a bartender in Estonia. Originally from Estonia, he is the newest regular on the show.

    Guests: Ari Shaffir, Mark Normand, H. Foley, Kevin Ryan.

  47. Kill Tony #6701:25:27

    Episode #670

    Regular

    He joked about gay arguments and his quest for a green card, which involved a comedic interaction with an audience member named Nina. A professional comedian from Estonia who is a new rotating regular on the show.

    Guests: Shane Gillis, James Mccann.

  48. Kill Tony #6697:40

    Episode #669

    Regular

    From Estonia, where he claims to be a superstar. This was his first time performing as a new rotating regular. He has been in America for 16 days on a work visa.

    Guests: Luis J. Gomez, Sal Vulcano.

  49. Kill Tony #6421:55:06

    Episode #642

    Regular

    He joked about Estonian history, saunas, and the invention of Skype. A comedian from Estonia who has been performing for nine years. He was invited to perform after being recommended to Tony by Sam Talent and the club staff.

    Guests: Ari Shaffir, Mark Normand, Sam Tallent.

  50. Kill Tony #45626:17

    Episode #456

    Bucket Pull

    Currently living in Istanbul, Turkey, though he usually spends summers in Alaska fishing for salmon, he met his Turkish wife in Alaska and currently teaches English. He has only done stand-up a few times, including sets in Turkey.

    Guests: Jesus Trejo.

  51. Kill Tony #81:03:43

    Episode #8

    Bucket Pull

    Ari Matti joked about a date with a black girl where he felt his own body was being racist because he couldn't get an erection, the interview focused on his previous dates with the same woman, including a rock climbing outing intended to impress her, the panel encouraged him to keep pursuing her despite her being "busy" lately.

    Guests: Earl Skakel, Jeremiah Watkins.

Career Arc

Ari Matti is a Kill Tony regular. He first came out of the bucket on #8 in August 2013, took a regular spot by #642 in December 2023. The archive has 51 of his sets, through #780.

First pulled from the bucket in episode number 8. Became a regular in episode number 642.

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