Bashir Salahuddin & Langston Kerman Launch Scripted Comedy Podcast 'Judge Travis'

The new show offers listeners a behind-the-scenes look at the chaotic world of a fictional daytime court TV program.

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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Bashir Salahuddin and Langston Kerman have teamed up for a new scripted comedy podcast called "Judge Travis" that premiered across platforms on Wednesday. Created by writer/director Tim Barnes, the show provides a glimpse into the backstage chaos of a fictional daytime court TV program, with Salahuddin starring as the larger-than-life and questionably honorable Judge Percy Travis. The cast also includes Keesha Sharp, George Wallace, and a rotating ensemble of guest characters.

Why it matters

The launch of "Judge Travis" marks a return to audio for creator Tim Barnes, who previously produced podcasts for Vice and for W. Kamau Bell and Hari Kondabolu's "Politically Re-Active" before transitioning to television writing. The show also represents a scripted podcast debut for Salahuddin, best known for his work on IFC's "Sherman's Showcase" and HBO's "South Side".

The details

"Judge Travis" offers listeners a front-row seat to the behind-the-scenes chaos of Judge Travis' fictional daytime court show and his brand of 'justice.' The show follows weary producer Jax (Kerman) and perpetually irritated bailiff Raquel (Brandi Denise) as they wrangle impossible shooting schedules, unpredictable litigants, and the inflated ego of their dishonorable boss. The cast also features Keesha Sharp as Mrs. Travis, George Wallace as the judge's personal barber, and a rotating ensemble of guest characters voiced by Alex Moffat, Dana Davis, and more.

  • The new scripted comedy podcast "Judge Travis" premiered across platforms on Wednesday, February 11, 2026.

The players

Bashir Salahuddin

An actor best known for his roles in IFC's "Sherman's Showcase" and HBO's "South Side", as well as the film "Top Gun: Maverick". He makes his scripted podcast debut as the larger-than-life and questionably honorable Judge Percy Travis in "Judge Travis".

Langston Kerman

An actor who stars as the weary producer Jax in the new scripted comedy podcast "Judge Travis". He is best known for his work on the HBO series "English Teacher".

Tim Barnes

The writer and director who created the new scripted comedy podcast "Judge Travis". He previously produced podcasts for Vice and for W. Kamau Bell and Hari Kondabolu's "Politically Re-Active" before transitioning to television writing.

Amber Ruffin

The comedian and writer who narrates the new scripted comedy podcast "Judge Travis". She is best known for her work on "Late Night with Seth Meyers".

Ninth Planet Audio

The podcast production company from Mosaic Media that is producing the new scripted comedy podcast "Judge Travis".

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What they’re saying

“JUDGE TRAVIS is a true passion project. More than just a stream of jokes, the clash of personalities at the heart of this series is based on the dynamic I had with my late grandfather who, with love, always had something mean to say. He's also the reason I have so many grandmothers.”

— Tim Barnes, Creator (Deadline)

The takeaway

The launch of the scripted comedy podcast "Judge Travis" represents a return to audio for creator Tim Barnes and a scripted podcast debut for actor Bashir Salahuddin, showcasing their talents in a new medium and offering listeners a humorous behind-the-scenes look at the chaotic world of a fictional daytime court TV program.