Paul Francis Tompkins is an American comedian, actor, and writer. He is known for his work in television on such programs as Mr. Show with Bob and David, Real Time with Bill Maher, and Best Week Ever,[3][4][5] later renamed Best Week Ever with Paul F. Tompkins. He was also given the nickname "the mayor of podcasting" due to his frequent successful and acclaimed appearances on podcasts such as Comedy Bang Bang and his own podcast The Thrilling Adventure Hour.
Paul was a guest on the Mars Attacks! episode of Podward Scissorcast. He brought his usual charm and comedic touch to the episode reevaluating a film that was considered an earlier failure by Burton.