Shows
Improv Your ParentingYour Whole Life is ImprovJoin us on Improv Your Parenting as we explore the transformative power of improv in parenting with Jay Sukow. With over 30 years of experience in improv and as a father of four, Jay shares insightful stories and practical tips on how to use improv games and principles to enhance communication and problem-solving with kids. From dealing with high emotional intensity to the importance of empathy and adaptability, Jay's engaging conversation offers a fresh perspective on modern parenting. Learn how improv can turn everyday parenting challenges into opportunities for growth and connection.00:00 Introduction to Improv Parenting
2025-05-2241 min
Improv InterviewsYuehan LiuI am so happy to call Yuehan Liu a friend and improv playmate!
We met during the pandemic and I instantly was impressed with her brilliance in improv and our mutual admiration for Viola Spolin. Yuehan is a designer by day and improv nerd by evening. She has been living in Stockholm for several years. She is the founder of English improv community - Fika Improv Group in Stockholm, where she's committed to connecting improvisers and sharing our passion for improv in a welcoming space. Graduated from Second City, she has also been training with teachers from different schools around...
2025-02-1343 min
Improv Inside OutJay Sukow: Choosing Passion Over Paychecks for a Life in Improv🎠Meet Jay Sukow: A Life Transformed by Improv 🎠Improv isn’t just comedy—it’s life-changing, and Jay Sukow is living proof of that! With over 30 years of experience on stage and in the classroom, Jay has performed and taught improv around the world, inspiring countless individuals and businesses to embrace creativity, collaboration, and bold choices. Jay has trained with improv legends like Stephen Colbert, Steve Carell, Jon Favreau, David Razowsky, Keith Johnstone, Del Close, Charna Halpern, Jeff Michalski, and Mick Napier. He’s a graduate of The Second City, iO Chicago, ComedySportz Chicago, and many more renowned training centers. As th...
2025-01-101h 14
Improv and MagicEpisode 55 - Jay SukowToday’s guest is Jay Sukow.
Jay Sukow has been performing with and without a script for over 27 years. He has trained with some of the greatest in improv, including David Razowsky, Stephen Colbert, Mick Napier, and the legendary Del Close. He was the Artistic Director/Head of Training at the Improv Comedy Copenhagen Theatre, and previously taught for Second City, ComedySportz, and iO Chicago (where he was also head of the artistic committee).  Jay has taught at improv festivals all over the world, and he also won The Golden Pineapple award for best visiting teacher at Impr...
2024-11-191h 14
Anthem Of LifeCat’s in the Cradle with Jay SukowBlood. Tomatoes. Bicycles. Accident-prone cyclist Lewis chats with Douglas on the side of the road while Lewis waits for either his dad or his son to reach out. He takes Douglas on a bizarre bike tour through his questionable life choices, therapist choices and Gatorade choices in the Anthem of Lewis.OUR GUEST: Jay SukowJay Sukow has performed professionally with and without a script for over 30 years. Originally from Chicago, he resides in Los Angeles with his wife, four kids, a dog and a cat. He performs every few weeks at The Fanatic...
2024-07-0931 min
Improv InterviewsGillian Bellinger-Misfit Improv & Acting SchoolGillian Bellinger is a beloved improviser, teacher and actor. She founded the now thriving Misfit Improv and Acting School in Asheville, N.C. which just celebrated its one year anniversary.
I had met Gillian during the pandemic with our mutual friend, Jay Sukow. We reconnected recently at the Sketch School with Marc Warzecha in Sketch 101 and I knew I wanted to know more about this very funny lady.
We talk about growing up in Texas and how the improv bug got her.
Gillian’s resume is amazing. She has performed as an improviser and taught at Second City Chicago, Second Ci...
2024-04-1554 min
Improv InterviewsImprov Interviews Dr. Jeanne Leep - Improviser, Author, & MoreDr. Jeanne Leep – Improv Nerd
Meet the brilliant author and professor, Dr. Jeanne Leep. Jeanne played improv in Grand Rapids, Michigan and went on to pursue a Ph.D. in Theatre.
I had the good fortune to play with Jeanne recently and was awed by her spontaneity and joy.
She went to high school with our mutual friend Jay Sukow and then went on to the University Of Michigan and Wayne State College. Her best-selling book, “Theatrical Improvisation: Short Form, Long Form, and Sketch-Based Improv” is a classic book on the history of improv and sketch comedy that gives a clear...
2024-02-1748 min
Improv InterviewsTashika Campbell - Improviser/Coach/MotherI had the good fortune to meet Tashika Campbell a few years ago when she was covering a class for Jay Sukow. I loved her energy, compassion and brilliance then and I still do today. In 2023 I studied with she and Steve Pilloff and it was fabulous.
Tashika began improvising in 2027 in Baltimore, Maryland and was originally from Charlotte, North Carolina. We chatted about her first plays she wrote in elementary school that her younger sister would perform. She continued her love of theatre but didn’t really see that could be a “career”. When she was introduced to improv, she kn...
2023-11-0743 min
Improv InterviewsImprov Interviews Jill Eickmann- Leela TheatreAfter taking a workshop with Jill Eickmann I was so delighted to chat with her. Jill's teaching is incredibly supportive and validating! Jill Eickmann, MA, LMFT, is San Francisco’s Leela Improvisational Theater's Co-Founder, Artistic Director, and Director of Corporate Training. Training.Informed by her diverse training and experience, Jill designed Leela’s holistic 5 level improv curriculum. She oversees all elements of Leela’s Corporate Training program including client communication, curriculum design, casting, hiring, and training teaching artists, and facilitation. Jill is a licensed psychotherapist, drama therapist, play therapist, and self-revelatory theatre director who continues to teach and present on the ps...
2023-10-1650 min
David is CuriousDiC - Jay Sukow, Part 3The finale of my conversation with Jay Sukow. I always like talking to Jay. He as experience, kindness and one thing I greatly value in friends - he is honest. I always aim to reward that economy of honesty. Highly recommend Jay Sukow as a teacher and to see his shows. He is commonly teaching in-person improv classes in Los Angeles. To stay upto date follow him at Today Improv, in fact he is teaching an improv intensive at the end of this year! (2023) https://www.facebook.com/todayimprov
2023-09-0440 minDavid is CuriousDiC - Jay Sukow, Part 2We keep going about improv and it's community. I feel like Jay should be the AD at an improv school somewhere. LITERALLY, if he set up roots at an improv school somewhere I would consider moving my whole family there and helping him start up a school. I've taken Jay for two courses, and had him coach some teams. I believe he has such an amazing view on improv, that brings the best out in people. His teaching style is inspired by famous coaches and spiritual leaders ... but he is not lofty. He is grounded and real. He c...
2023-08-1320 minDavid is CuriousDiC - Jay Sukow of Today Improv and "10 Mins with"I love Jay Sukow. I had the opportunity to interview Jay about "control" in improv and more. I could talk to Jay forever. He has been one of the biggest inspirations in improv. He has such a soft touch when teaching. Jay says stuff so simple but also so profound - and I think that is genius. You can find out more about Jay at:  https://todayimprov.com/  His goal is to have everyone take at least one improv class.  Â
2023-08-0818 min
Improv InterviewsLiz Allen - Improv LegendLiz Allen is truly an improv legend. She is a sought after improv coach. In fact, for several years I’ve wanted to study with her but whenever I tried to sign up for an online class - they were full! Learning about her improv journey, philosophy and insight into this art form was truly a gift!
Liz is an improviser and teacher who, among other things, coached the improv team in Mike Birbiglia’s film Don’t Think Twice. She recently performed a solo piece, “I am my Mother” a dark comedy about her relationship with her southern mother who strugg...
2023-06-281h 03
MegaPart 1: The Rise and Fall of Twin Hills "Of Milk & Miracles"When a struggling food blogger comes to review the Chick-Fil-A at a local mega church, he stumbles on scandals involving its lead pastor Steve Judson.Cast: Greg Hess (Grant Hesch), Jay Sukow (Doug Jeffers), Jet Eveleth (Meryl Miller). Our theme song was written and performed by Joel Hanson. This series was edited by Hannah Parsons. Artwork by Evan Bivins.👉 Get all show info and ad free + bonus content HERE.Instagram: @MegaThePodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-05-2136 min
Improv InterviewsImprov Interviews Ted WaltmireTed Waltmire was a librarian, pianist and community musical director until his life completely changed in 2009 when he suffered a stroke and lost the ability to play the piano with his left hand. After many years of rehab therapies his friend Dale Galiniak who worked for him at the library suggested Improv.
He had an “aha” moment when he realized that despite his continued physical limitations, he could play improv games. He jumped in with both feet and pursued classes at Second City Chicago and landed in a writing class. When his teacher learned his story he suggested that Ted writ...
2023-05-1656 min
Bunker of TruthBunker of Truth - Ep 11- Bunker Building Gone Wrong (With Jay Sukow)Â The restaurant portion of the super secret bunker was coming along until the general contractor got involved, and now all bets are off. Will Just Gravy be open on time? Listen to this week's episode to find out.Â
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Cast
Colonel Jim: Jason Crum
General Northside: Jim Smith
Mark the Contractor: Jay Sukow. Jay is a legend in the improv world and we were honored to have him as a guest on our podcast. Jay teaches improv at Second City Hollywood, writes, directs, and does a million more things that hel...
2023-04-0253 min
Change Your MindsetDealing with Disruption by Using Improv with Jay Sukow“Your mind sometimes hijacks your emotions to think the worst-case scenario in order to protect yourself. You need to reclaim your mind in order to be in control.” Jay SukowJay began teaching for Second City in 2010 and teaches in both the Improv and Conservatory programs. He is also a facilitator with Second City Works, teaching improv to business professionals to drive behavior change. Previously, he was on faculty at The Second City Chicago, iO Chicago, and ComedySportz Chicago. He is the co-host of “Improvcast with Jay and Landon” and currently performs around town with the group Zer0 H0ur...
2023-02-0642 min
If This Is True with Chris HallJay SukowA "Jack of All Trades" (and master of some), Jay Sukow has been performing with and without a script for the better part of the past 27 years. He has trained with, among others, Stephen Colbert, Steve Carell and Del Close. He is a graduate of training centers of The Second City, The Second City NW, iO Chicago, and ComedySportz Chicago. He is the founder of Today Improv, who teaches improv to actors, businesses and everybody else. He has extensive experience helping businesses drive behavior change through improvisational philosophies and exercises. Jay teaches currently at MI's...
2023-02-0153 min
Hitchhikers and AppetizersS6E17 - The Haaahmurr Is In The The Bag For Chrysal Pvereido with Jay Sukow and Jane LukBounty hunter-spice trader-actor-singer Bart Haaahm aka The Haahmur returns to Booth 42 and he’s brought his acting coach Kristall Verado.
2023-01-1134 min
2023-01-0851 min
Improv InterviewsJay Sukow Part 1Jay Sukow is one of the most respected and beloved improv teachers today. He shares his childhood with a nurturing family and how he became the man he is. His parents gave him a ticket to his first Improv class and he found his passion. He studied at Second City, IO, and Comedy Sports. Jay shares a wonderful story of spending an afternoon with David Shepherd. We chat about our admiration for the "mother of improv" Viola Spolin. Jay shares his ups and downs in the improv world. He is very funny and a truly humble person. #Iknowjaysukow
2022-12-3046 min
Dr. Fix Me#146 - When Clauses CollideDr. Fix Me meets Ted C., who is afraid to confront his younger brother over the family inheritance. Santa Claus joins the show to explain how he is “top dog.” Today’s episode is sponsored by Sandy C. with Uncle Yuk Yuk’s Funporium. And finally, conspiracy theory expert Patriot C. offers advice.Â
Cast: Wes Davis, Joshua Zuar, Jay Sukow, Lauren Levine, and Michael Kim Lewis as Dr. Fix Me
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2022-12-281h 06
Improv Comedy ConnectionDavid EscobedoOur guest on this episode of the Improv Comedy Connection is David Escobedo. David has been coaching and performing improv since 1994. In fact, he coached his first improv team, as there weren't any improv schools around! Later he took classes at iOwest, Second City and other improv schools around Los Angeles. He is quick to acknowledge the impact of his improv teachers during this time, including Jay Sukow (Jay was part of the COVID-19 Improv Summit and was interviewed as part of Season 4), Paul Vaillancourt (Paul was interviewed in Season 1), Liz Allen, Steve Green, Duncan Cameron, Vanessa Anton, and...
2022-07-181h 35
Talkin' Wild with DanIggy the IguanaIggy is a chill Iguana who likes to play the odds. He talks about his name and also the Iguana Casino community.Iggy: Jay SukowChet: Sam BeaverDan: Dan Schiffmacher
2022-02-2831 min
Friends Talking Nerdy205. In Conversation with Jay SukowOn this episode of Friends Talking Nerdy, join The Reverend Tracy and Tim Jousma as they are joined by special guest, Jay Sukow. Jay is a renowned improv artist and teacher, having trained at Second City in Chicago by the likes of Stephen Colbert, Steve Carrell, and Jon Favreau, among others. Jay discusses his early career as well as his current activities teaching improv to students and corporations alike with Today Improv.
As always, we wish to thank Christopher Lazarek for his wonderful theme song. Head to his website for information on how to purchase his EP...
2021-09-181h 08
Hang Out with The MaydaysSponsored by Pret A Manger?This week when the Maydays Hang Out, Jon Nguyen shares the joys of finding and photographing animal sculptures around the UK, and Ed’s truncated segues get a lot of attention. Heather Urquhart has been burning things and Juwel Haque attended a wedding in person. Plus, Jay Sukow shares the joys and problems of pet rabbits and the team have another attempt at a game of Mind Meld over the podcast internet space.
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2021-09-0627 min
Improv Comedy ConnectionJay SukowFor this episode, Whit has a conversation with Jay Sukow — a US improviser based in LA, but in New Zealand traveling for this recording. After catching up a bit, we jumped into an amazing conversation about his favorite (by far) of over 300 10-minute scenes that he’s been doing since early on in the pandemic. This is all the more impressive given that his online series “10 Minutes with…” where he improvises a 10 minute scene with someone from anywhere on the planet, has over 100,000 views.Jay is very much about positivity towards improv and saying yes within your improv. This...
2021-08-301h 32
Building Bridges Improv PodcastBuilding Bridges Improv Podcast-Episode 21 (Jay Sukow)Jay joins Jennifer and David on a Bridge to talk about being positive in comedy, playing to the top of your intelligence, and why he loves clean comedy.  Jay Sukow is the founder of Today Improv and has extensive experience helping businesses drive behavior change through improvisational philosophies and exercises. His students include everyone from beginners to the most experienced performers. His online series “10 Minutes with…” where he improvises a 10 minute scene with someone from across the globe, has over 100,000 views. He has two kids who live in LA and loves Beastie Boys. wgimpro...
2021-06-2355 min
Improvised ParentingJay Sukow is My Special Guest on Improvised Parenting with Laurie Wagner StorlieActor, Director, Improv Jedi Master, Founder of Today Improv, Host of "10 Minutes With Jay Sukow" and Father of at least 3 kiddos, Jay Sukow is my Super Special Guest on Improvised Parenting. Listen in as he shares his thoughts, experience and expertise on how the rules of improv have informed his parenting.
You can find more about Jay Sukow at:
WEBSITE: www.jaysukow.com & www.todayimprov.com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TodayImprov/featured
FB: https://www.facebook.com/jaysukow
IG: @JaySukow
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2021-05-2957 min
The Comedy FixA Conversation with Jay SukowIn this episode, Chris, Sam, and Jaymie are joined by Chris’s faux rival, Jay Sukow, to discuss how they actually agree somewhat.
2021-05-271h 10
The Improv Chronicle PodcastGetting Stuck In Your HeadFrom time to time, many (if not most) improvisers find themselves stuck inside their head and thinking too much. How can we identify when it is happening, and how can we moderate any negative impact it might be having on our performance.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-improv-chronicle-podcastThis episode features:Shari HazlettInstagram: @ShariHazlettJessica Mitolohttps://www.secondcity.com/people/chicago/jessica-mitolo/Jay Sukowhttps://todayimprov.com/ The Improv Chronicle Podcast is...
2021-05-1819 minBuilding Bridges Improv PodcastBuilding Bridges Improv Podcast-Episode 15 (Nathaniel Montgomery)Nathaniel joins Jennifer and David on a bridge to discuss accidently doing improv his entire life, how to pronounce Prescott, and how it feels to do lots and lots of zoom prov. Nathaniel has been improvising and acting for over 20 years. He is a lighthearted improv teacher and coach living in Sedona, AZ. He went to an amazing liberal arts school, Prescott College, where he studied Theatre, Shakespeare, Improv Comedy and Personal Development. He then studied improv and acting at the Houde School of Acting in Cleveland, Ohio. Over the years, Nathaniel has supplemented that foundation studying...
2021-05-121h 11
The Creative Weirdo#006: Follow Your Fear w/Jay SukowJay has been teaching and performing improv and sketch comedy all over the world for over 25 years. During that time he has trained with the likes of Stephen Colbert, Steve Carell and Jon Favreau.Topics covered include:The magical power of "Yes and..."Finding flowThe importance of failureHow fear can set you freeDealing with imposter syndromePractical tips for managing anxietyFind out more about Jay:Jay's personal websiteJay's companyJay on YouTube  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inf...
2021-02-171h 01
imPROvshineEp 1 Jay Sukow"Good day or bad day it’s your choice." Jay Sukow & Anki talk about online improv and life stuff. But they mostly laugh, because why not.Learn more about Jay:https://todayimprov.com/https://www.facebook.com/todayimprovhttps://www.youtube.com/todayimprovIf you enjoy this podcast, do subscribe! Visit www.facebook.com/improvshine and improvshine.com for more stuff.If you want to support my work, buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/improvshineShine on!Â
2021-01-2535 minHitchhikers and AppetizersS1E5 Bart Haaahm AKA The Haaahmur with Jay SukowBounty hunter Bart Haaahm, AKA The Haaahmur, from the LT Galaxy stops by in the midst of his ongoing pursuit of Carnies from the planet Carn.
2021-01-2026 min
Ujokes WeeklyUjokes Presents: Poo Jokes and Puns About Spin LawsThe Ujoke podcast is back again and I'm ready to spill the tea on this week's and last week's shows! Featuring jokes from comedians Kim Evey, Jay Sukow, and more! Also, be sure to keep listening for details on the new Ujokes Weekly podcast schedule- which will be take effect starting in 2021.Catch up on my most recent Ujokes podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/user/10204202/ujokes-presents-leah-knauer-vs-steve-purPlay along live on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAm98RWDq5EFBYyCbeIPd2ACatch new Ujokes podcasts oniHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/966-ujokes-weekly-73060071/...
2020-12-2912 min
Pen Pals ImprovJay Sukow and Liam Webber - Night and DayIn this episode Jay Sukow and Liam Webber improvise a chain of letters between Night and Day.Â
2020-12-1332 min
Improv London Podcast158 - Hannah McGowan - Improv London PodcastHannah McGowan talks about Boss Birds, Extreme Improv, Improv Chattanooga, Jay Sukow, and mental health.
2020-11-1839 min
Improv InterviewsImprov Interviews with Will HinesJoin me and meet the multi-talented musician, improviser, actor, and author, Will Hines. Founder of
The World's Greatest Improv School Will is a beloved teacher in the improv world. He started at UCB in NY and then LA. I really enjoyed chatting with such a relaxed and authentic person. We talked about mutual improv teachers like Jimmy Carrane and Jay Sukow.
2020-10-0947 min
Improv InterviewsMiki Manting Vintage Improv FestivalListen to the journey of Miki Manting who created the first festival and workshops for folks over 50. She is truly a pioneer! Miki talks to us about how she became involved in improv and what inspired her to start this festival where improvisers who are fifty-years-old and over perform. At Improv theaters where casts are largely made up of improvisers in their 20’s and early 30’s vintage improvisers often experience the phenomenon of invisibility. Miki talks about how Vintage Improv changes that dynamic and about her upcoming 2020 Vintage Improv Festival (VIF) that runs September 10-14, 2020 https://www.vintageimprov.com/ In addi...
2020-07-2440 min
Island Life with Alex DenneyS2E12 - World of Puns (w/ Audrey Beauchamp, Lala the Nudibranch, and Iggy the Iguana)In this week's broadcast from an island of talking animals, actor/improvisor Audrey Beauchamp (The Second City, Annoyance Theatre) tunes in from Athens, Georgia, and talks dating, fashion and wordplay with Lala the Nudibranch and Iggy the Iguana!Credits: Alex - Alex Denney, Audrey - Audrey Beauchamp, Lala the Nudibranch - Gillian Bellinger, Iggy the Iguana - Jay Sukow, Cover Art - Mattie Schott, Production - Alex Denney-http://www.islandlifepod.com-âś© FOLLOW US âś©âś INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/islandlifepodâś TWITTER: http://twitter.com/islandlifepodâś FACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/island...
2020-07-2140 min
Island Life with Alex DenneyS2E11 - Fun Hat Day (w/ Gillian Bellinger, Trixie the Chameleon, and Iggy the Iguana)In this week's broadcast from an island of talking animals, actor and teacher Gillian Bellinger (The Second City, Red Letter Media) joins Alex as The Fancy Tree Ball approaches, and Iggy the Iguana takes a chance at love with Trixie the Chameleon!Credits: Alex - Alex Denney, Gillian - Gillian Bellinger, Trixie the Chameleon - Audrey Beauchamp, Iggy the Iguana - Jay Sukow, Cover Art - Mattie Schott, Production - Alex Denney-http://www.islandlifepod.com-âś© FOLLOW US âś©âś INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/islandlifepodâś TWITTER: http://twitter.com/islandlifepodâś FA...
2020-07-1442 min
A Galaxy Not So Far AwayMysterious Mini 006: Pride ComicsWe're back! Happy Pride! Black lives matter! Becca and Gary are here to share some new events, new books, and LGBTQIA+ comics!  Events this week: Tuesday, June 9th: Margaret Dilloway & Jay Sukow Wednesday, June 10th: Jennifer L. Armentrout and Julie Kagawa Thursday, June 11th: Jeffe Kennedy Friday, June 12th: E.K. Johnston Sunday, June 14th: Romance Book Club Sunday, June 14th: Virtual D&D New this week: The Ghosts of Sherwood by Carrie Vaughn You Can’t Catch M...
2020-06-0952 min
Change Your MindsetThe Therapeutic Value of Improv with Margot EscottWould you believe that improv is used in the medical world? Margot Escott is a clinical social worker, licensed therapist, and professional speaker who has presented workshops and seminars on the therapeutic value of humor and play for over 30 years. She has studied and performed improv and was trained by some very well-known improvisers such as Gary Schwartz and friend-of-the-show Jay Sukow. In her practice, she uses improvisational theater exercises combined with cognitive behavior education to assist people suffering from anxiety disorders, Parkinson’s, and those recovering from addictions. Margot explains how this works, shares the story of how im...
2020-06-0840 min
Improv InterviewsPeter Margaritis - The Accidental AccountantJoin me and meet Peter Margaritis, CPA, CGMA, business coach, and author of Improv is No Joke, who uses applied improvisation to inspire people to achieve higher levels of success in their business. Through the improvisation tenets of Yes, And, keep it simple, collaborate and experience, Peter teaches his clients to embrace C.H.A.N.G.E. (Creative | Humor | Aspire | Navigate | Gracious | Ethical) and realize their visions and goals. I was lucky to meet Peter through my good friend and improv coach Jay Sukow, and I know you will be glad to get to know him too.
When asked...
2020-05-3141 min
Island Life with Alex DenneyS1E25 - There Comes a Time (w/ Benji, Damien, Dr. Ex, Egson, Ellie, Evan, Frankie, Iggy, Maxwell, Ms. Shell, Puma, Rita, Tiffany, and Yammo)In this week's emergency broadcast from an island of talking animals, Alex gets 14(!) of his animal friends on the line to check in on everyone and to announce a major change to the show as a result of Island Fever and COVID-19!Credits: Alex - Alex Denney, Benji the Penguin - Brandon Baruch, Damien the Fox - Ian Zandi,Doctor Expialadocious the Millipede - Rich Baker, Egson the Fruitbat - Brent Trueblood, Ellie the Elephant - Joy Mamey, Evan the Feral Hog - Chris Duce, Frankie the Koala - Emily Champlin, Iggy the Iguana - Jay Sukow...
2020-04-2836 min
Improv Comedy ConnectionCOVID-19 Summit -- The Technique, Texture and Tech for Online ImprovThis second of two episodes on online improv, guest hosted by Jules Munns, features a panel of Von Daniel, Amey Goerlich, Elana Fishbein, Roy Janik, Â Whit Shiller, and Jay Sukow discussing technique, texture and tech in doing online improv. Â In addition, the discussion provides an encouraging look at the role online improv can play in today's and tomorrow's global improv community.
2020-04-271h 01
Island Life with Alex DenneyS1E24 - Zoom Bomb (w/ Jay Sukow, Tiffany the Snail, Rita the Rat, and Priscilla the Peacock)In this week's emergency broadcast from an island of talking animals, improv coach Jay Sukow (Today Improv, Westside Comedy) tries to sign Alex up for his online workshop, and Rita and Priscilla are both worried about Tiffany's drinking.Credits: Alex - Alex Denney, Jay - Jay Sukow, Tiffany the Snail - Amey Goerlich, Rita the Rat - Kensie Lane, Priscilla the Peacock - Kensie Lane, Cover Art - Jeremy Raab, Production - Alex Denneyhttp://www.islandlifepod.comAlex Denney: http://www.alexdenney.comJay Sukow: https://twitter.com/JaySukowAmey...
2020-04-2137 min
Improv Comedy ConnectionCOVID-19 Summit -- The "Why" Behind Online ImprovIn this first of two episodes on online improv, the panel (Von Daniel, Amey Goerlich, Elana Fishbein, Roy Janik, Â Jules Munns, Jay Sukow, Paul Vaillancourt, with Whit Shiller as moderator) discuss the "why" behind doing online improv. Â We consider the community, performance and training aspects of putting improv and improv training online, and talk a little bit about how this medium might stay in play when we can return to on stage improv and training more fully.
2020-04-201h 03
Island Life with Alex DenneyS1E23 - Love Sick (w/ Amey Goerlich, Iggy the Iguana, and Rita the Rat)In this week's emergency broadcast from an island of talking animals, the effects of isolation are taking their toll, as improv coach Amey Goerlich (Westside Comedy, E-mprov) picks up Alex's signal from the cab of an abandoned big rig, Iggy is starved for attention, and Rita is just plain starving! Credits: Alex - Alex Denney, Amey - Amey Goerlich, Iggy the Iguana - Jay Sukow, Rita the Rat - Kensie Lane, Cover Art - Jeremy Raab, Production - Alex Denneyhttp://www.islandlifepod.comAlex Denney: http://www.alexdenney.comAmey Goerlich...
2020-04-1438 min
Improv Comedy ConnectionCOVID-19 Summit -- How the Improv World Is Responding to COVID-19This conversation hosted by Whit Shiller with Joe Bill, Holly Mandel, Ed Morgan, Rebecca Northan, David Razowsky, Patti Stiles, and Jay Sukow, is simply a conversation about how each is doing individually and how our improv communities and the global improv community are doing in the face of COVID-19.
2020-03-301h 50
Change Your MindsetAn Improviser's Approach to COVID-19 with Jay SukowWe are all dealing with the stress of the unknown circumstances regarding the coronavirus pandemic. Improv has always been an incredibly impactful way to deal with the daily stressors of life and — in the midst of this global situation — is more useful than ever in helping to cope with overwhelming levels of stress. Jay Sukow joins us today to talk about how we can use the principles of improv to help make a difficult situation more bearable.To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: petermargaritis.comReso...
2020-03-3049 min
Improv InterviewsJay Sukow - Improv InterviewJoin me today to meet Jay Sukow, who has been performing scripted and improvised work professionally for over 20 years. Jay has trained with improv legends that include Stephen Colbert, Steve Carell, Jon Favreau, David Razowsky, Keith Johnstone, Dick Schaal, Del Close and Mick Napier. Jay is a faculty member of The Second City and has performed regularly as part of their “Those Who Can’t” Faculty Jam. He taught and coached teams at iO Chicago, where he was also head of its artistic committee, ComedySportz Chicago, Club Med International, Illinois State University, the New Orleans Improv Festival, the Phoenix Long Form I...
2020-01-2647 min
Mischief ImprovMischief Managed Episode 23 – “Handshake Work”Lukas Kirkby guest coached us, and then we had a rehearsal where I introduced the Mischief Managed format to the new players. I go over some incredible moves the players did in supporting one another. We did the warm up I learned from Jay Sukow which is called The Handshake where the team invents a handshake. Moves within that handshake have to be representative of the people who are doing the handshake, then they have to teach that handshake to everyone else. First of all, the moves made to emphasize the brilliance of another player’s m...
2019-11-1533 min
Improv Nerd With Jimmy CarraneJay SukowJay Sukow is one of the best improvisers and teachers out there. He has taught at almost all of the Chicago intuitions and also served as the Artist Director at ICC Theater in Copenhagen. He now lives in Los Angeles and teaches and performs around the world. Jimmy caught up with him in Chicago at Green Shirt Studio to talk to him about why it's important to make positive choices in your scene work, why he uses anger in improv and how he is adapting his teaching as improv changes.
2019-07-221h 32
Change Your MindsetJay Sukow | Teaching Improv to Businesses, Actors, & Everyone ElseJay Sukow believes that the world will be a better place if everyone takes just one improv class - and I agree! Jay is trying to make that world a reality as the founder of Today Improv, where he teaches improv to actors, businesses, and everyone else around the world. He is currently on faculty at The Second City Hollywood and former faculty member at The Second City Chicago. Some of those he has trained with include Stephen Colbert, Stephen Carell, Dave Razowsky, Keith Johnstone, and Del Close.To learn more, and for the complete show notes...
2019-07-221h 08
ArchipelagoYou Say Yes, I Say NoTwo very different takes on what our default response to life's opportunities ought to be. Based on a pair of words that we all use every day. A pair of words with the power to change your life, alter the course of history, or simply stop you leaving the house. Those words, of course, are Yes and No.First we hear from Aalborg University psychology professor and bestselling author Svend Brinkmann about the importance of wearing "the No hat", the tyranny of positive thinking, and the "joy of missing out".Then we meet J...
2019-05-0140 min
Change Your MindsetLaura Stoll: Using Improv to Develop Internal Talent & Manage ChangeLaura Stoll is the Talent Development Consultant at Ernst & Young, and she has a fascinating perspective on how you can develop top talent within your organization that is influenced by her background in improv.  Laura studied at Second City, iO, and ComedySportz Chicago. She even has the distinction of being the only student ever thrown out of previous guest (and current husband) Jay Sukow’s classroom!  At EY, Laura strategizes, designs, and consults on large-scale programs designed to improve the value of the internal talent organization, which includes over 8,000 people. Their big...
2018-02-1955 min
Change Your MindsetJay Sukow: Teaching Improv to Businesses, Actors, and Everyone ElseJay Sukow believes that the world would be a better place if everyone took just one improv class – and I agree! Jay is trying to make that world a reality as the Founder of Today Improv, where he teaches improv to actors, businesses, and everyone else all over the world.  Jay is also on faculty at M.i.’s Westside Comedy Theater and The Second City Hollywood, and co-host of the ImprovCast with Jay and Landon.  In the 80’s and 90’s, there wasn’t a lot of understanding about what improv was. However...
2017-11-271h 10
The Improv TeachersEpisode 3: Jay SukowJay Sukow will gladly talk endlessly about how much better the world would be if everyone took just one improv class. He has trained with, among others, Stephen Colbert, Steve Carell, Jon Favreau, Keith Johnstone, Del Close and Mick Napier. He is the founder of Today Improv, where he teaches improv to actors, business, and everybody else. He is currently on faculty at The Second City Hollywood and M.i.'s Westside Comedy Theater and has taught and performed at theaters and festivals throughout the world.
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2016-11-0100 min
How About You?Griffin Does Chicago - Part One<img src="https://assets.podomatic.net/ts/ff/9e/fa/howaboutyoupodcast/1400x1400_10534961.jpg" alt="itunes pic" /><br />Griffin goes it alone in an interview with Jay Sukow and Andreas Södermark. They talk topics like soda, goodbyes, and what it means to to practice improv. The interview was recorded in the seedless underbelly of Second City in Chicago in a conference room.
Many thanks to The Tripwires for the use of their song "Look at it This Way" from the album house to house.
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2015-07-1254 min
The Nerdologues Present: MBSingEpisode 95 - MBSing with Jay Sukow - Improv in FilmmakingJay Sukow came by to drop some firsthand knowledge on the use of improvisation in film. Jay and his production company, Group Mind Films, have made multiple features using [mostly] written scripts in conjunction with excellent improvisers to lead into and out of scenes, find unique, hilarious moments in scenes, and even at times improvise entire exchanges. Major themes include all of the creative and business prep involved in independent filmmaking, knowing when to strike out on your own away from established institutions and methods others have used in the past, and not hesitating to make a physical product or...
2015-04-011h 40The Nerdologues Present: MBSingEpisode 95 - MBSing with Jay Sukow - Improv in FilmmakingJay Sukow came by to drop some firsthand knowledge on the use of improvisation in film. Jay and his production company, Group Mind Films, have made multiple features using [mostly] written scripts in conjunction with excellent improvisers to lead into and out of scenes, find unique, hilarious moments in scenes, and even at times improvise entire exchanges. Major themes include all of the creative and business prep involved in independent filmmaking, knowing when to strike out on your own away from established institutions and methods others have used in the past, and not hesitating to make a physical product or...
2015-04-011h 40
Improv Nerd With Jimmy CarraneJay SukowJay Sukow, a fixture in the Chicago improv scene, has been improvising since 1992. He’s a wonderful teacher, director and faculty member at Second City, a co-founder of the production company Group Mind Films and has been a guest performer at Boom Chicago, the Second City, and “Messing with a Friend.” He spoke with Jimmy about their early days together in Chicago improv, how he got through the depression of his late 20s, his favorite parts of teaching, and why short-form shouldn't get the short end of the stick.
2014-10-101h 01
Improv Nerd With Jimmy CarraneJay SukowJay Sukow, a fixture in the Chicago improv scene, has been improvising since 1992. He’s a wonderful teacher, director and faculty member at Second City, a co-founder of the production company Group Mind Films and has been a guest performer at Boom Chicago, the Second City, and “Messing with a Friend.” He spoke with Jimmy about their early days together in Chicago improv, how he got through the depression of his late 20s, his favorite parts of teaching, and why short-form shouldn't get the short end of the stick.
2014-10-101h 03
A.D.D. Comedy with Dave RazowskyJay Sukow
On today’s episode Dave interviews Director Jay Sukow. Jay is currently a faculty member of Second City Chicago and is director for Group Mind Films.
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A.D.D. Comedy welcomes Director Jay Sukow.
2012-12-261h 07