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The Credibility Minute20 - Do you need an editor or producer for your podcast?You might consider hiring an editor or producer because you worry about quality, and this is valid because the human brain links production quality to the value of the advice. Whether we like it or not (science has found this to be true).Listeners actually rate speakers as more intelligent and likeable when the audio's high quality. Low-quality audio creates "cognitive friction" and that forces the brain to use resources for comprehension rather than processing ideas.Find more episodes and subscribe at stereoforest.com/minute.About and Support
2026-02-1304 minThe Credibility Minute19 - Why a remote director helps your video content or podcast episodesRecording solo episodes while looking at a wall is an intimidating experience for many or most creating videos or podcasts. We naturally worry about rambling or sounding monotone, especially when we attach our business reputation to the content.This is an entire skillset to develop! You can shorten this learning curve if you choose to work with a remote director. You can get real-time feedback on your pacing, prosody, or even how you communicate ideas.In this micro-episode:Why recording solo feels unnatural for professionals new to performingThe kinds of problems a remote director...
2026-02-1204 minThe Credibility Minute18 - How to go on autopilot so you get creative ideas from Default Mode NetworkI discussed how boredom (or, going on autopilot) helps you generate ideas in the previous episode. This episode covers how you can trigger that state intentionally.You need to find activities that have a low cognitive load. These are tasks that allow your brain to enter "autopilot" mode so the Default Mode Network can engage and solve problems while you perform routine actions.In this micro-episode:My ways to autopilot that could inspire some ideas for youA kind of... "problem loop" technique for problem solving and generating ideasMaking sure your environment is distraction free
2026-02-1104 minThe Credibility Minute17 - Stop forcing yourself to think of episode ideas so they'll find youMany of us feel guilty if we are not constantly working or otherwise doing *something* (this can be an issue, of course, but many of us might feel this way). We equate "doing things" with success, like "productivity", and fill every block of time.The problem this causes for coming up with ideas: constant preoccupation leaves no time for useful, creative thinking. Science has figured out that our brains are actually more active for problem-solving during "boring" moments, when our brains are on autopilot. This is known as the Default Mode Network.In this micro-episode:
2026-02-1003 minThe Credibility Minute16 - Why solo and scripted episodes can be easier and more efficientMany creators worry that scripting a solo show takes too much time, and that running and interview and chatting with a guest is easier, quicker, and ... better.Interview shows actually carry a massive workload, like finding guests and coordinating schedules. You have to research what you should ask that guest for discuss, and help with (and pay for) remote recording tech. And then there's the ghosting.In this micro-episode:Overhead of running an interview show, and why solo/scripted might be more efficient for your businessOptions for your show's overall formatting (strategy)...
2026-02-0904 minThe Credibility Minute15 - Do you need a video podcast, or is audio enough?This is one of the most common questions in the industry, and certainly the podcasting community. Audio podcasts remain really important to businesses, because they fit into a listener's life when their eyes are occupied. Are your eyes preoccupied right now? Oh I guess they are if you're reading this.Moving on!Video is an excellent asset if your main goal for your content/assets is building trust. This is particularly true if you sell expensive professional services. Video adds a layer of knowledge and connection that audio can't do on its own....
2026-02-0603 minThe Credibility Minute14 - A voice that's more "natural you" can mean less editingPublic speaking training often teaches us to remove every filler word from our speech. Podcasters frequently ask in podcasting communities whether to delete every "um" or leave them in.Psychology offers a different perspective for us on removing all these filler words through the "Pratfall Effect". This concept suggests that highly competent people become more relatable and likable when they make small mistakes because perfection creates something like a wall between you and your audience.In this micro-episode:How over-editing can lead to this "Uncanny Valley" effectWhy filler words can serve as processing signals...
2026-02-0505 minThe Credibility Minute13 - Why do you hate the sound of your own (recorded) voice?You might think you nailed a recording until you listen to the playback. You immediately want to delete the file because you hear every breath and stumble.This reaction is normal but often distorted. Two psychological concepts explain this phenomenon, which are the Beautiful Mess Effect (that suggests we view our own mistakes as weaknesses while others view them as strengths or courage) and the Construal Level Theory (that says we operate at a "low level" of detail while editing) while the listener operates at a "high level" and focuses on the words instead.In...
2026-02-0404 minThe Credibility Minute12 - You can script your episodes or videos and not sound like you're readingMany podcasters fear that scripting their show will make them sound monotone or kinda robotic as a result. It's the worry that reading kills the natural vibe of a conversation.The opposite is often true thought because scripting your episode (which includes using NOTES, doesn't have to be a full script especially after some practice) respects your audience's time because it prevents rambling and repetition. A well-planned script allows you to deliver dense and accurate info or ideas without getting lost in tangents that gets in the way of your message or the episode itself....
2026-02-0304 minThe Credibility Minute11 - Reasons to consider a solo format instead of an interview showMany people assume starting a podcast means starting an interview show. This format has become synonymous with the medium itself, or at least it can feel that way in the podcasting communities.The interview model is less effective today, particularly for businesses, because the market is crowded. One example of this is when guests perform a "circuit" where they repeat the same talking points on a dozen different shows (making your episode one of many similar conversations).If your goal is to build trust with a potential client, an interview might not be the right...
2026-02-0203 minThe Credibility Minute10 - Stepping back from social media and pivoting to owned mediaMany professionals are stepping back from social media for their businesses today. Using it to compliment instead of the main place they publish new content, resources, or marketing materials. You need to know what options exist to replace that visibility if you choose to step back like this, because people still need to find you!In this micro-episode:The role of email newsletters in professional services marketingWhy search traffic indicates higher intent than social media trafficHow AI and LLMs are changing SEO for us (or, are they?)You might find better ROI by investing...
2026-01-3003 minThe Credibility Minute9 - What Is slow marketing? A good strategy for owned mediaThe term "slow marketing" catches the attention of many burned-out professionals... like it did for me! This concept is, in a nutshell, taking the time to figure out your core platform and find your voice.We find value in prioritizing quality over speed in many different parts of our lives, such as food and relationships. This approach aligns perfectly with professional services... because bigger decisions usually require time. Your clients need to make sure that you understand their specific problems before they buy or hire.In this micro-episode:Why ideas and relationships need time...
2026-01-2904 minThe Credibility Minute8 - Building your audience on "rented" platforms like social mediaBusiness owners often see significant decreases in reach the moment a platform like Instagram changes its algorithm, and this puts you in a vulnerable position because your audience lives in someone else's space... they're in control. Anything can happen.Platform owners change the rules whenever they have the financial incentive to do so. So owned media is where it's at.In this micro-episode:The definition of "owned media" and why you need itHow email lists and podcast RSS feeds remain independent of the technology hosting themThe compounding search value of articles compared to the...
2026-01-2805 minThe Credibility Minute7 - Escaping the social media content treadmill (and maybe burnout, too)The endless cycle... that treadmill... of posting to social media often leads to exhaustion. We rarely discuss this burnout openly even though many professionals experience it.And people making online content say that the shifting algorithms, the ongoing changes, is the most mentally tough part of the job. We don't have any control, or predictability, and this can really add to the cognitive load. Which is already pretty significant for many of us!In this micro-episode:Burnout among content creatorsWhy rapid algorithm changes increase your daily cognitive loadHow focusing on creativity can help sustain...
2026-01-2704 minThe Credibility Minute6 - The algorithm reality check for businesses and professionalsYou spend hours writing posts and designing carousels only to see zero engagement, and this reality for a lot of us is super frustrating.Organic reach has dropped significantly across social media platforms like Instagram and LinkedIn, because the platforms operate as advertising businesses (for them! not necessarily for us!). They prioritize content that keeps users in the app, so linking out to podcasts or newsletters doesn't work that well even if you do get the views. Your post will be suppressed if it starts to get any traction.In this episode:The shift...
2026-01-2603 minPodcast Performance Lab5 - Giving Your Blog Content a Second Life - The Credibility MinuteA blog post sits on your website waiting for someone to find it. That article you wrote six months ago? Buried in your archives. Maybe someone stumbles across it through search. Probably not.Audio works differently.An audio version of that same content goes into podcast apps, gets recommended by algorithms, and reaches people during moments when they'd never sit down to read. And unlike social media, where your content disappears in 48 hours, podcast episodes from years ago still get discovered.In this episode, I explain why audio compounds faster than written content...
2026-01-2302 minThe Credibility Minute5 - Giving Your Blog Content a Second LifeA blog post sits on your website waiting for someone to find it. That article you wrote six months ago? Buried in your archives. Maybe someone stumbles across it through search. Probably not.Audio works differently.An audio version of that same content goes into podcast apps, gets recommended by algorithms, and reaches people during moments when they'd never sit down to read. And unlike social media, where your content disappears in 48 hours, podcast episodes from years ago still get discovered.In this episode, I explain why audio compounds faster than written content...
2026-01-2302 minPodcast Performance Lab4 - How to Open an Episode So People Actually Stay - The Credibility MinuteNobody cares that your episode started as a blog post. They care whether the next ten minutes are worth their time. That opening basically announces recycled content.In this episode, I share the cold open technique that hooks attention immediately. You'll learn where to find your opening line and why it should never come from the beginning of your script.About and SupportWritten, edited, and hosted by Jen deHaan.Website and Contact at https://stereoforest.com/minuteGet StereoForest’s newsletter for podcasting resources at...
2026-01-2202 minThe Credibility Minute4 - How to Open an Episode So People Actually StayNobody cares that your episode started as a blog post. They care whether the next ten minutes are worth their time. That opening basically announces recycled content.In this episode, I share the cold open technique that hooks attention immediately. You'll learn where to find your opening line and why it should never come from the beginning of your script.About and SupportWritten, edited, and hosted by Jen deHaan.Website and Contact at https://stereoforest.com/minuteGet StereoForest’s newsletter for podcasting resources at...
2026-01-2202 minPodcast Performance Lab3 - Why Audio Builds Trust Faster Than Text - The Credibility MinuteYour prospects are comparing you to three or four other experts before they ever reach out. Everyone's credentials look similar. Everyone's website says the right things.... so how do they decide who to trust?When someone reads your blog post, they get your ideas. When they hear your voice, they start to feel like they know you. There's a term for this: parasocial connection. Podcast listeners feel genuine loyalty to hosts they've never met. That same dynamic can work for you.In this episode, I break down why audio does more pre-selling than any case...
2026-01-2102 minThe Credibility Minute3 - Why Audio Builds Trust Faster Than TextYour prospects are comparing you to three or four other experts before they ever reach out. Everyone's credentials look similar. Everyone's website says the right things.... so how do they decide who to trust?When someone reads your blog post, they get your ideas. When they hear your voice, they start to feel like they know you. There's a term for this: parasocial connection. Podcast listeners feel genuine loyalty to hosts they've never met. That same dynamic can work for you.In this episode, I break down why audio does more pre-selling than any case...
2026-01-2102 minPodcast Performance Lab2 - Gear That Actually Matters for Audio Content - The Credibility MinuteMost people think they need expensive equipment before they can start creating audio content. So they spend weeks researching microphones (often on Reddit or YouTube!), buy gear they don't understand (and return to those places to get help setting up or buying more gear), and still end up sounding like they're recording in a bathroom.The issue is usually and primarily the SPACE you're sitting in. A cheaper microphone is just fine.In this episode, I explain how to use your bedroom closet for killing that amateur-sounding echo and the proximity technique that radio broadcasters...
2026-01-2003 minPodcast Performance Lab1 - Why Reading Your Article Out Loud Sounds Bad - The Credibility MinuteYou have articles sitting on your website. Hours of work, buried in your archives. Turning them into audio seems simple enough. Just hit record and read, right?That approach sounds awful. I tried it.Writing for the eye and writing for the ear require completely different structures. Sentences that look elegant on the page come out robotic when spoken. Or you stumble. Or you sound like you're reading (because you... are).In this episode, I walk through the translation process that turns a written post into something you can actually perform. It takes...
2026-01-2002 minThe Credibility Minute2 - Gear That Actually Matters for Audio ContentMost people think they need expensive equipment before they can start creating audio content. So they spend weeks researching microphones (often on Reddit or YouTube!), buy gear they don't understand (and return to those places to get help setting up or buying more gear), and still end up sounding like they're recording in a bathroom.The issue is usually and primarily the SPACE you're sitting in. A cheaper microphone is just fine.In this episode, I explain how to use your bedroom closet for killing that amateur-sounding echo and the proximity technique that radio broadcasters...
2026-01-2003 minThe Credibility Minute1 - Why Reading Your Article Out Loud Sounds BadYou have articles sitting on your website. Hours of work, buried in your archives. Turning them into audio seems simple enough. Just hit record and read, right?That approach sounds awful. I tried it.Writing for the eye and writing for the ear require completely different structures. Sentences that look elegant on the page come out robotic when spoken. Or you stumble. Or you sound like you're reading (because you... are).In this episode, I walk through the translation process that turns a written post into something you can actually perform. It takes...
2026-01-2002 min
The Credibility MinuteTrailer: The Credibility Minute, a new micro-podcastYou're an expert. You have clients. You're great at what you do. But when someone Googles you before the first call, what do they find?The Credibility Minute is a micro podcast for consultants, coaches, and professional services providers who want to build authority online without becoming full-time content creators. Each episode delivers one focused idea in under two minutes, such as:How to show up on camera without feeling awkward.Why most content advice doesn't apply to your business.What actually builds trust with the people you want to reach.Hosted by Jen...
2026-01-1401 min
Podcast Performance LabFlat Tone vs. Real Emotion on the Mic: What Listeners Actually FeelIf you try to sound professional by flattening your voice into a "newscaster" tone in your podcasts or videos, you are actually making it harder for people to listen. Science shows that listeners physically mimic the tension in your voice. Basically, if you feel nothing, then they feel nothing.This episode looks at Simulation Theory and Emotional Contagion. I go over how your vocal prosody triggers the mirror neurons in your listener's brain. This biological link is why that "NPR Voice" thing often doesn't work all that well in podcasting, and why you need to use techniques...
2026-01-0817 min
Podcast Performance LabSolo Podcast Formats Explained | Storyteller, Teacher, CommentatorSolo podcasting often gets a reputation for being "easy" because you don't have to coordinate with guests. But without a guest to bounce ideas off of, many hosts fall into the trap of rambling or becoming monotonous. You need a specific architecture to hold your audience's attention.In this episode, I break down the three primary structures of solo podcasting: The Storyteller, The Teacher, and The Commentator. Plus, learn about a fourth BONUS format.We explore the subtypes within these categories too, such as the "Historical Deep Dive" or the "Academic Explainer," and look at...
2025-12-0919 min
Podcast Performance LabMy "Structured Spontaneity" System for Solo EpisodesFull scripts can make you sound robotic, but winging it often leads to rambling and hours of painful editing. You need a middle ground that provides the safety of a script with the energy of a conversation.In this episode, I break down the system I use at StereoForest Studio to organize solo episodes. We move away from word-for-word reading and towards "extemporaneous speaking." This method uses specific bullet points and a rigid structure to keep you on track while allowing your natural personality to come through.Here is what you will learn in this...
2025-12-0214 min
Podcast Performance LabHow to Read a Podcast Script Naturally (4 Methods)You have written the perfect script. But the moment you press record, your voice goes flat and you sound like you are reading a textbook. News anchors use teleprompters every day and sound natural, so why is it so hard for the rest of us?In this episode, I break down four specific techniques to fix that robotic delivery. We look at the trade-offs between reading word-for-word and improvising, and how each method impacts your editing time and cognitive load. I also share the specific method I use for my own shows to balance accuracy with a...
2025-11-2515 min
Podcast Performance LabSolo Podcasting Workflow: From Voice Dictation to Final ScriptIn this episode, I share the system I use at StereoForest to bridge the gap between writing and speaking for your solo podcast. And I‘ll help you understand the "modality mismatch" concept and why it’s important for scripting your episodes.What you learn in this episode:Why traditional writing styles create a disconnect with podcast listenersThe science behind "modality mismatch" and how the brain processes spoken textHow vocal dynamics and variety directly influence perceived authorityThe three-step system to write scripts that sound natural/humanI cover a workflow you can use immediately for...
2025-11-2017 min
Podcast Performance LabPodcast Performance Lab: TrailerIn this show we take the most effective tools from improv performance and behavioural psychology, and apply them directly to your video and audio content. If you're building a personal brand, B2B show, or a creative new podcast, you know how you say things matters just as much as what you say.What to expect:Psychology of Presence: Why listeners trust some voices and tune out others (and how to fix "flat" audio).Unscripted Strategy & Exercises: How to speak naturally using tools from improv & behavioural science.Production Strategy: Systems for video podcasting that don't burn...
2025-11-2001 min
Podcast Performance LabThe Power Pose Is Dead. 3 Postural Feedback Exercises InsteadNote: This episode was recorded when this show was known as Human Internet Theory. Maybe you've heard of "power posing" as a quick fix for confidence. The science behind that famous idea has (kind of) been retracted. In this episode of Human Internet Theory, I look into what happened to the power pose, why the simple "life hack" model failed, and what the latest science says now.This episode covers:* The history of the original power pose study and its retraction* What current research says about postural feedback.* The...
2025-10-2318 min
Podcast Performance LabVocal Delivery for Creators: Practical Drills to Improve Your SoundNote: This episode was recorded when this show was known as Human Internet Theory. In this episode of Human Internet Theory, I explore the science behind why a human voice connects with listeners in a way an AI voice cannot. Recent brain scan studies show that our brains work harder and remember more when listening to a human speak vs an AI voice. I break down what this means for you as a small business owner, marketer, or digital educator and how you can use this knowledge to make your instructional content more effective.I...
2025-10-1617 min
Podcast Performance LabThree Exercises to Find Your Unique Content VoiceNote: This episode was recorded when this show was known as Human Internet Theory. You might be missing one of the most important parts of storytelling in your videos and podcasts. It is something we use all the time in improv comedy and character development. You have probably heard how important storytelling is for connecting with your audience, but a key part of that process is sharing your own unique, clear point of view.In this episode, I explain what a point of view (POV) is and how it applies to both fiction and nonfiction...
2025-10-0920 min
Podcast Performance LabFour Principles of Finding Charisma for Creators (plus Acting Exercise)Note: This episode was recorded when this show was known as Human Internet Theory. In this episode, I offer a different approach to "adding more charisma" (that's certainly a loaded phrase...) for your videos and podcasts. Here I'm thinking of personality kinda like a multi-channel audio mixer. The goal is not to turn up the volume on everything (all the channels) at once, or throw it away to create a new, fake persona. The goal is to find the right mix of your genuine traits, and turn up the volume on some of them.I...
2025-10-0128 min
Podcast Performance LabBuilding Trust as a Creator While AI Avatars Are EmergingNote: This episode was recorded when this show was known as Human Internet Theory. The internet is quickly filling up with AI-generated content, including marketing that uses realistic AI avatars. Avatars, digital humans, can look and sound realistic and not have bad hair like me. In this episode, I explore the complex psychology of trust in the age of AI which gets into some of the hidden costs involved in using avatars and generated content.I end the episode with three practical ways you can adjust your content in this new era by leaning into...
2025-09-2428 min
Podcast Performance LabBeyond "Be Yourself": How to Act Natural on Camera or MicrophoneNote: This episode was recorded when this show was known as Human Internet Theory. Sometime, somewhere, you probably heard the advice to "just be yourself" when you are presenting or making videos, podcasts, or any other kind of presentation. For many of us this advice can still lead to feeling stiff or fake on camera or behind the microphone. In this episode, I explain why all communication is a form of performance (and also why that is not a bad thing!)I borrow a concept from the world of acting to help you think about...
2025-09-1714 min
Podcast Performance LabHow to Overcome Camera Anxiety: A Step-by-Step GuideNote: This episode was recorded when this show was known as Human Internet Theory. If you have ever felt that wave of anxiety when you hit the record button, I want you to know you are not alone. In this episode, I talk about why so many of us are camera shy. I won't tell you to "fake it till you make it" in this one. Because I think it is more helpful to first understand the real reason behind this feeling!I explain the science of why our brains react this way, which is...
2025-09-1716 min
Podcast Performance LabResponding to the Dead Internet Theory with Real Human ConnectionNote: This episode was recorded when this show was known as Human Internet Theory. Welcome to the first episode of the Human Internet Theory.In this episode, I introduce the core idea behind this entire show. I'm responding to something you've probably noticed yourself... which is the huge increase in AI-generated content online. This idea has a name, the "Dead Internet Theory," which suggests that much of the internet is no longer human but is instead populated by bots: both generated and automated content. With recent news about thousands of AI-generated podcasts being created every...
2025-09-1707 min
Your Improv BrainYou might also like... The Human Internet TheoryNote: This episode was recorded when this show was known as Human Internet Theory. The week I recorded this trailer and my first episodes - the second week of September 2025 - Sam Altman had just tweeted “I never took the dead internet theory that seriously but it seems like there are really a lot of LLM-run twitter accounts now.” And then a couple days later Inception Point AI announced they were going to generate 3000 new podcast episodes every week. With fake hosts. Calling anyone who doesn't like them "lazy luddites."It's time to take t...
2025-09-1001 min
Grack Public AccessSEASON FINALE: The Haunted MinesWhat happened to Barty Bundle? Find out where Barty has been in our season finale and season two of Grack Public Access. Season Two? We'll need to answer some questions! But don't worry, you! Parker, Tog, and Jen aren't taking much of a break at all and will be back before you know it! In this episode:With Tog on the road as an unofficial roadie for Hoobastank, producer "Jen deHaan" takes over co-hosting duties with Parker Spoon, broadcasting live from the Haunted Mines accompanied by a snappy search dog named Crewneck since...
2025-09-0443 minUnfuck Your Life: Complete Audio DramaSEASON FINALE: The Haunted Mines - Grack Public AccessWhat happened to Barty Bundle? Find out where Barty has been in our season finale and season two of Grack Public Access. Season Two? We'll need to answer some questions! But don't worry, you! Parker, Tog, and Jen aren't taking much of a break at all and will be back before you know it! In this episode:With Tog on the road as an unofficial roadie for Hoobastank, producer "Jen deHaan" takes over co-hosting duties with Parker Spoon, broadcasting live from the Haunted Mines accompanied by a snappy search dog named Crewneck since...
2025-09-0443 min
Grack Public AccessThe Tennis StopWith Tog away touring with Hoobastank, producer "Jen deHaan" steps in to co-host with Parker Spoon from the back hallway near the washrooms of The Tennis Stop in Grackleton.Surrounded by the pungent odour of urinal cakes, Parker develops a system for classifying bathroom visits ("watering" vs. "fig pudding") and attempts to recreate a childhood fantasy as the "Stardust Man" by throwing corn chips. Their discussion is interrupted when Parker tries to befriend but ends up angering a man in the washroom who we meet a few more times before the show's end.Resources:
2025-08-2152 minUnfuck Your Life: Complete Audio DramaThe Tennis Stop - Grack Public AccessWith Tog away touring with Hoobastank, producer "Jen deHaan" steps in to co-host with Parker Spoon from the back hallway near the washrooms of The Tennis Stop in Grackleton.Surrounded by the pungent odour of urinal cakes, Parker develops a system for classifying bathroom visits ("watering" vs. "fig pudding") and attempts to recreate a childhood fantasy as the "Stardust Man" by throwing corn chips. Their discussion is interrupted when Parker tries to befriend but ends up angering a man in the washroom who we meet a few more times before the show's end.Resources:
2025-08-2152 min
Grack Public AccessGrackleton Community CentreIn this episode, Tog and Parker are joined by a new "host on trial," Maureen Faucet-Clooder, recording from the Grackleton Community Centre lobby and uncomfortably close to the loud Corncake Bake-Off tie-bell. Sponsored by the Litigious Lawyer Society, the hosts attempt to discuss the theme of "okra" while navigating Parker's traumatic childhood memories, Parker's attempt to steal a bowl of butter mints, and the news that a local radio host has gone missing in the haunted mines.Mentioned in this episode:Podcast Performance LabIn this show we take the most...
2025-08-0756 minUnfuck Your Life: Complete Audio DramaTog Chesterfield in... Grackleton Community CentreIn this episode, Tog and Parker are joined by a new "host on trial," Maureen Faucet-Clooder, recording from the Grackleton Community Centre lobby and uncomfortably close to the loud Corncake Bake-Off tie-bell. Sponsored by the Litigious Lawyer Society, the hosts attempt to discuss the theme of "okra" while navigating Parker's traumatic childhood memories, Parker's attempt to steal a bowl of butter mints, and the news that a local radio host has gone missing in the haunted mines.Mentioned in this episode:Podcast Performance LabIn this show we take the most...
2025-08-0756 min
Grack Public AccessShane's Olive ShackThis week, Tog and Parker broadcast from Shane's Olive Shack, sponsored by the vehemently anti-pimento Doreen's Olive Hollow.Enjoy the launch of their new "Ask Parker and Tog" segment as it leads to several shocking confessions and get a sneak peek into what goes on at Shane's. And producer Jen visits to give a garlic garlic garlic demo.============Support this ShowYour support will help this show continue. Funds go towards hosting and music licensing for this show and others on StereoForest. This show is produced by an independent artist...
2025-07-2453 minUnfuck Your Life: Complete Audio DramaTog Chesterfield in... Shane's Olive ShackThis week, Tog and Parker broadcast from Shane's Olive Shack, sponsored by the vehemently anti-pimento Doreen's Olive Hollow.Enjoy the launch of their new "Ask Parker and Tog" segment as it leads to several shocking confessions and get a sneak peek into what goes on at Shane's. And producer Jen visits to give a garlic garlic garlic demo.============Support this ShowYour support will help this show continue. Funds go towards hosting and music licensing for this show and others on StereoForest. This show is produced by an independent artist...
2025-07-2453 min
Grack Public AccessLake CorncropFor their fourth episode, Tog and Parker record from the muddy shores of Lake Corncrop, sponsored by Wunder Wurst Kale Dogs. Their attempt to tackle this week's theme "corporate jargon" is quickly derailed by Parker getting stuck in surprisingly warm magma-like mud, attempting to reclaim a spilled macchiato, and both hosts face a ritualistic attack by the lake's venomous bully geese.Parker receives another call from his mother, and this episode features a brand new bumper made by their salty producer, Jen.============Support this ShowYour support will...
2025-07-1058 minUnfuck Your Life: Complete Audio DramaGrack Public Access with Tog Chesterfield.... in Lake CorncropFor their fourth episode, Tog and Parker record from the muddy shores of Lake Corncrop, sponsored by Wunder Wurst Kale Dogs. Their attempt to tackle this week's theme "corporate jargon" is quickly derailed by Parker getting stuck in surprisingly warm magma-like mud, attempting to reclaim a spilled macchiato, and both hosts face a ritualistic attack by the lake's venomous bully geese.Parker receives another call from his mother, and this episode features a brand new bumper made by their salty producer, Jen.============Support this ShowYour support will...
2025-07-1058 min
Your Improv BrainThe Pain of Learning Improv: What to Assess, How to RespondFeeling frustrated, stuck, or even like you're getting worse at improv? This episode reframes the struggle. Discover the difference between productive learning pain and the unnecessary pain that you can walk away from. Learn a clear framework to assess your comedy practice, connect with your "why," and decide if your creative struggle is worth it. Doing this can help you re-engage in improv with more confidence and purpose. And maybe make your growth a bit easier too.Find the web article and YouTube embedded on this page. Downloadable contentDownload...
2025-07-0711 minYour Improv BrainA Source of Great Improv Ideas (bonus: Get Out of Your Head)If you struggle to come up with specific or original ideas in your improv scenes, there's something you can do between scenes to help with that struggle.This episode of Your Improv Brain reframes the problem of trying to get ideas into a scene. Discover why the key to better creative output isn't forced thinking, but quality input and curiosity to get it there. So you can use your noggin RAM.Learn a practical, no-cost method to fuel your creativity using curiosity, making your ideas and characters richer and more automatic.Downloadable...
2025-06-3014 min
Grack Public AccessLinda's Funeral ParlourTog and Parker record their third episode of Grack Public Access from the unsettlingly ornate parlor of Linda's Funeral Parlour. Their theme is "cakes," and their sponsor is "small brooms," and they receive a product demo by Jen deHaan.Amidst Parker's accidental consumption of potpourri, continued anxiety about critical emails sent into the show about his appearances (one featuring a pork chop emoji), and the spooky atmosphere of the funeral home, they discuss local news from Grackleton. This week that includes the town's broken parking meter and the newly announced date for the corn cake bake-off, which...
2025-06-261h 01Unfuck Your Life: Complete Audio DramaTog Chesterfield in... Grack Public Access "Linda's Funeral Parlour"Tog and Parker record their third episode of Grack Public Access from the unsettlingly ornate parlor of Linda's Funeral Parlour. Their theme is "cakes," and their sponsor is "small brooms," and they receive a product demo by Jen deHaan.Amidst Parker's accidental consumption of potpourri, continued anxiety about critical emails sent into the show about his appearances (one featuring a pork chop emoji), and the spooky atmosphere of the funeral home, they discuss local news from Grackleton. This week that includes the town's broken parking meter and the newly announced date for the corn cake bake-off, which...
2025-06-261h 01Your Improv BrainImprov Burnout? Prioritize Yourself for Better Improv PerformancesAre you sacrificing your well-being for your improv team? This episode of Your Improv Brain challenges the myth that good improvisers must be comedy doormats. Always saying yes outside the scene doesn't help your scene partner in the end.Discover why putting yourself last leads to burnout and how "doing comedy for you first" actually creates more exciting, sustainable, and authentic performances for everyone. Learn practical ways to prioritize your needs and your energy without abandoning your team.Downloadable contentDownload the Free Post-Show Reflection Guide: Sent to your inbox when you...
2025-06-2316 min
Grack Public AccessThick Raven Beak ParkIn this episode of Grack Public Access, hosts Tog and Parker head to Thick Raven Beak Park for their second show with a theme of soccer and the threat of mystery nearby. Parker endures getting covered in tree sap, a call from his overbearing mother, and an ill-advised dip in the park's lake. They also touch upon local Grackleton's very important events and happenings, like the upcoming Corn Cake Bake-Off and the Alliston seed potato shortage. What a crop!This episode was sponsored by Grackleton's favourite mayonnaise.============Support this Show
2025-06-1251 minUnfuck Your Life: Complete Audio DramaGrack Public Access with Tog Chesterfield.... in Thick Raven Beak ParkIn this episode of Grack Public Access, hosts Tog and Parker head to Thick Raven Beak Park for their second show with a theme of soccer and the threat of mystery nearby. Parker endures getting covered in tree sap, a call from his overbearing mother, and an ill-advised dip in the park's lake. They also touch upon local Grackleton's very important events and happenings, like the upcoming Corn Cake Bake-Off and the Alliston seed potato shortage. What a crop!This episode was sponsored by Grackleton's favourite mayonnaise.============Support this Show
2025-06-1251 minYour Improv BrainIs an inner monologue useful for improv comedy? (ft. NYC improviser Sabrina Banes)Tired of being told to "get out of your head"? This episode of Your Improv Brain explores a different approach. Discover how your active inner voice, often seen as a distraction, can actually become a powerful tool for your improv. Host Jen deHaan and guest Sabrina Banes discuss practical ways to understand and even harness your mental chatter for more grounded, spontaneous, and less anxious performances.How can an inner monologue help you with a core long-form improv concept? Jen lets you know near the end of the episode.You can also watch...
2025-06-0925 min
Grack Public AccessDoreen's Olive HollowJoin Tog Chesterfield and Parker Spoon in their very first episode of Grack Public Access, recorded at Doreen's Olive Hollow. Hear the latest headlines from the Grack Gazette and what Parker and Tog had to eat this week.This is Grackleton's public access community radio show, where you'll meet the people of the town on location. ============Support this ShowYour support will help this show continue. Funds go towards hosting and music licensing for this show and others on StereoForest. This show is produced by an independent artist directly affected...
2025-05-2943 minUnfuck Your Life: Complete Audio DramaGrack Public Access with Tog Chesterfield: Doreen's Olive HollowJoin Tog Chesterfield and Parker Spoon in their very first episode of Grack Public Access, recorded at Doreen's Olive Hollow. Hear the latest headlines from the Grack Gazette and what Parker and Tog had to eat this week.This is Grackleton's public access community radio show, where you'll meet the people of the town on location. ============Support this ShowYour support will help this show continue. Funds go towards hosting and music licensing for this show and others on StereoForest. This show is produced by an independent artist directly affected...
2025-05-2943 min
Unfuck Your Life: Complete Audio DramaTrailer for Tog Chesterfield's new show, Grack Public AccessGrack Public Access is a public access community radio show from Grackleton airing on fictional station 101.7FM The Grack. Parker, Tog, and Jen cover news, the arts, meet people from the town, and much more.============Support this ShowYour support will help this show continue. Funds go towards hosting and music licensing for this show and others on StereoForest. This show is produced by an independent artist directly affected by the state of the industry, and StereoForest does not have any funding or additional support.If you find value in...
2025-05-1402 minGrack Public AccessTrailer: Welcome to Grack Public AccessGrack Public Access is a public access community radio show from Grackleton airing on fictional station 101.7FM The Grack. Parker, Tog, and Jen cover news, the arts, meet people from the town, and much more.============Support this ShowYour support will help this show continue. Funds go towards hosting and music licensing for this show and others on StereoForest. This show is produced by an independent artist directly affected by the state of the industry, and StereoForest does not have any funding or additional support.If you find value in...
2025-05-1402 min
Unfuck Your Life: Complete Audio Drama12 - Series Finale: The Potato IncidentTog shares what happened during the potato incident at Apocalypse.Cloud that shook up Grackleton... East AND West. But mostly East. And stick around to the end of the show to hear about what's next for Tog and Grackleton here on 101.7 FM The Grack (and StereoForest). Tog's new Grackleton-based show will also be added to this feed!Featuring: Adam: Parker Spoon.Jen deHaan: Tog Chesterfield, and additional voices.Credits, contact, and more infoThis comedy audio drama / audio fiction series was created, written, improvised, edited, and produced...
2025-05-0133 min
Unfuck Your Life: Complete Audio Drama11 - Young TogTog and Parker Spoon discover a box filled with Tog's past. Tog learns why the potato incident and leaving Apocalypse.Cloud directly led to their rock bottom.Featuring: Adam: Parker Spoon.Don Faucet: additional voices.Jen deHaan: Tog Chesterfield, and additional voices.Stick around to the end for a special trailer for Season 2 of Escape from Morina! Where you get your podcasts. More info below!Mentioned in this episode:Grack Public Access is on StereoForest Join Tog Chesterfield and Parker Spoon in their community radio show in Grackleton...
2025-04-1724 min
Unfuck Your Life: Complete Audio Drama10 - Judgement Day for the Grackleton GazetteTog grapples with the feedback they receive for the first hard-copy edition of their new zine, the Grackleton Gazette. Featuring: Adam: Parker Spoon, additional voices.Don Faucet: additional voices.Jen deHaan: Tog Chesterfield, Dan from Bulk Bins, and additional voices.Stick around to the end for a special trailer for Season 2 of Escape from Morina! Where you get your podcasts. More info below!Credits, contact, and more infoThis comedy audio drama / audio fiction series was created, written, improvised, edited, and produced by Jen deHaan. All dialog in the...
2025-04-0420 min
Unfuck Your Life: Complete Audio Drama9 - Mariann's Nimble Life Unf*cking (ft. Mariann Foot)Tog interviews Mariann Foot about how she unf*cked her life after losing her business, the legendary shop in Grackleton, Thimble's Nimble Notions. From her business loss, Mariann felt she lost her identity. Learn how Mariann started out fresh working out of her own basement, and found happiness.Credits, contact, and more infoThis comedy audio drama / audio fiction series was created, written, improvised, edited, and produced by Jen deHaan. All dialog in the episodes is fully improvised.Voices: Jen deHaan (any voices by guests are noted above)Artwork, logo...
2025-03-2025 min
Unfuck Your Life: Complete Audio Drama8 - The Grackleton Gazette's first interview (ft. Pastel Pumpernickel)Tog interviews Pastel Pumpernickel, their first "get" for the new Grackleton Gazette project. Tog learns about Pastel's battle after a failed baking show pitch at Grack Public Access. Credits, contact, and more infoThis comedy audio drama / audio fiction series was created, written, improvised, edited, and produced by Jen deHaan. All dialog in the episodes is fully improvised.Voices: Jen deHaan (any voices by guests are noted above)Artwork, logo, and graphics: Jen deHaan.Transcript: For each episode on their page on this show's page at StereoForest here.
2025-03-0723 min
Unfuck Your Life: Complete Audio Drama7 - Chaos and Rosie's Natural DemiseTog starts a new project called the Grackleton Gazette, and quickly gets in over their head at the very first event held... a Meet and Greet.Credits, contact, and more infoThis comedy audio drama / audio fiction series was created, written, improvised, edited, and produced by Jen deHaan. All dialog in the episodes is fully improvised.Voices: Jen deHaan (any voices by guests are noted above)Artwork, logo, and graphics: Jen deHaan.Transcript: For each episode on their page on this show's page at StereoForest here....
2025-02-2022 min
Unfuck Your Life: Complete Audio Drama6 - The Hecklers of Crow and CackleTog tries their hand at stand-up comedy after being told they're "good at storytelling" at clown school for dogs. Will this new venture help Tog pick themselves up after hitting rock bottom? Credits, contact, and more infoThis comedy audio drama / audio fiction series was created, written, improvised, edited, and produced by Jen deHaan. All dialog in the episodes is fully improvised.Voices: Jen deHaan (any voices by guests are noted above)Artwork, logo, and graphics: Jen deHaan.Transcript: For each episode on their page on this show's...
2025-02-0615 min
Unfuck Your Life: Complete Audio Drama5 - Clown School for DogsTog takes a class at a clown school for dogs, and learns something new about themselves by throwing caution to the wind. Another step out of depression, and off of rock bottom? Find out!Credits, contact, and more infoThis comedy audio drama / audio fiction series was created, written, improvised, edited, and produced by Jen deHaan. All dialog in the episodes is fully improvised.Voices: Jen deHaan (any voices by guests are noted above)Artwork, logo, and graphics: Jen deHaan.Transcript: For each episode on their page on...
2025-01-2320 min
Unfuck Your Life: Complete Audio Drama4 - Camping for Instant CoffeeTog tries to go camping to sort out yet another attempt at artisanal foodstuffs and comes to a conclusion about mug texture and why they keep avoiding success. Is it the Sourdough Yogurt instant coffee flavor? Find out!Also, meet Tog's latest roommate, Erin Bandelbrush. Credits, contact, and more infoThis comedy audio drama / audio fiction series was created, written, improvised, edited, and produced by Jen deHaan. All dialog in the episodes is fully improvised.Voices: Jen deHaan (any voices by guests are noted above)Artwork, logo, and...
2025-01-1023 min
Unfuck Your Life: Complete Audio Drama3 - The Vegan Jerky DebacleThings got a little bit complicated for Tog Chesterfield with a flock of juncos all because of... vegan jerky.Credits, contact, and more infoThis comedy audio drama / audio fiction series was created, written, improvised, edited, and produced by Jen deHaan. All dialog in the episodes is fully improvised.Voices: Jen deHaan (any voices by guests are noted above)Artwork, logo, and graphics: Jen deHaan.Transcript: For each episode on their page on this show's page at StereoForest here.More show info/contact: stereoforest.com/uyl
2024-12-2717 min
Unfuck Your Life: Complete Audio Drama1 - On My Way to Rock BottomThis week on Unfuck Your Life… with Tog Chesterfield, Tog shares what happened on the way down to their own rock bottom. What got them there. You'll also get the weather.Watch this episode as a fully animated YouTube video. Credits, contact, and more infoThis comedy audio drama / audio fiction series was created, written, improvised, edited, and produced by Jen deHaan. All dialog in the episodes is fully improvised.Voices: Jen deHaan (any voices by guests are noted above)Artwork, logo, and graphics: Jen deHaan....
2024-12-1112 min
Unfuck Your Life: Complete Audio Drama2 - It Started With StarterThe first thing Tog tries to get out of the pit of rock bottom involves sourdough starters that led to rather public smell events.You'll also get the weather.Credits, contact, and more infoThis comedy audio drama / audio fiction series was created, written, improvised, edited, and produced by Jen deHaan. All dialog in the episodes is fully improvised.Voices: Jen deHaan (any voices by guests are noted above)Artwork, logo, and graphics: Jen deHaan.Transcript: For each episode on their page on this show's page...
2024-12-1116 min
Unfuck Your Life: Complete Audio DramaTrailer for Unfuck Your Life… with Tog Chesterfield (audio fiction comedy series)Have you ever wondered what your life could be like, after you’ve hit your rock bottom? Would you try to dig your way out, and get back to the surface? Unfuck your Life with Tog Chesterfield is a fictional radio show on 101.7 FM The Grack, in Grackleton. Tog is a recently unemployed, single, and sober 42 year old trying to pick up the pieces and unfuck their life. Tog will take you along as they try new things and attempt to embrace life, no matter what happens along the way.Credits, contact, and more info
2024-12-1000 minYour Improv BrainNew Podcast Name for One Year AnniversaryThis marks one year of making podcast episodes! There are some changes happening next week, and here's what those changes are. And the things not changing (most of it isn't change). Yeah, STUFF IS HAPPENING!This kinda-but-not-really-an-episode talks about how this series started, and what I have planned with the name change for the podcast project.Downloadable contentDownload the Free Post-Show Reflection Guide: Sent to your inbox when you subscribe to either newsletter (and added to the footer to each message if you're already subscribed).Get a booklet with...
2024-10-2909 minYour Improv BrainIntroduction to Season 2 of the ShowWelcome back, improvisers! Season 2 of the Neurodiversity and Improv podcast is coming your way. Every two weeks you can expect a new episode about the intersection of neurotypes and learning/performing improv.We’ll be starting with a three part series on getting notes and giving notes in comedy classes. This is a very common request from improvisers I’ve spoken with regarding this podcast. And the first three episodes of the new season will be all about this topic.Note: You can find the full transcript for any episode at the top of the epis...
2024-07-3003 min
World's Nerdiest Improv ShowEpisode 13: Chipotle and Rosemary Creeeeem SoupKatrina and Jen talk about improv, including improv articles they found on the internet and facts you can add to your scenes. Discover soup and what the word of the day is. And see what Will Hines photo will end up on the studio wall. You know, important stuff like that.Word of the Week: ScrupulousSoup: Chipotle and Rosemary Creeeeem SoupLinks: Solo improv Art improv Dinosaurs! Octopus! HairSolo improv examples (Monika Smith):YouTube 1Youtube 2Plugs:Katrina: contact her! Give h...
2024-03-2240 min
World's Nerdiest Improv ShowEpisode 12: Carrot with Crouton SoupKatrina and Jen talk about improv, including improv articles they found on the internet and facts you can add to your scenes. Discover soup and what the word of the day is. And see what Will Hines photo will end up on the studio wall. You know, important stuff like that.Word of the Week: SpatterdashesSoup: Carrot with Crouton SoupLinks:Improv writing Grounded characters (see also "Characters Only" class!) Platypus "Hello"Plugs:Katrina: contact her! Give her a job! She is amazing!WGIS Jams, Fridays at 11a...
2024-03-1538 min
World's Nerdiest Improv ShowEpisode 11: Chili Pumpkin Soup (ft. Hill Kane)Katrina and Jen talk about improv, including improv articles they found on the internet and facts you can add to your scenes. Discover soup and what the word of the day is. And see what Will Hines photo will end up on the studio wall. You know, important stuff like that.And we get a visit from an improviser in Texas, Hill Kane! We learn what Hill is up to in her area and thinks about improv and the communities that surround the art.Guest: Hill KaneWord of the Week: B...
2024-03-0855 min
World's Nerdiest Improv ShowEpisode 10: Potato Carrot Soup (ft. Luke Bovard)Katrina and Jen talk about improv, including improv articles they found on the internet and facts you can add to your scenes. Discover soup and what the word of the day is. We get a visit from an improviser living in Germany, Luke Bovard! OUR FIRST GUEST! And see what Will Hines photo will end up on the studio wall. You know, important stuff like that.Guest: Luke BovardWord of the Week: MusardSoup: Potato Carrot SoupPlugs:Katrina: contact her! Give her a job! She is amazing!WG...
2024-03-0149 min
World's Nerdiest Improv ShowEpisode 9: Creamy Curry Soup with Zucchini and PotatoesKatrina and Jen talk about improv, including improv articles they found on the internet and facts you can add to your scenes. Discover soup and what the word of the day is. Watch TJ's Movie Minute featuring improvisers from "our universe"! And see what Will Hines photo will end up on the studio wall. You know, important stuff like that.Word of the Week: ErinaceousSoup: Creamy Curry Soup with Zucchini and PotatoesLinks to content discussed: Professional work & improvLocation gamesTalon birds, that's only one talon thankuverymuchCarrotsPlugs:Katrina...
2024-02-2343 min
World's Nerdiest Improv ShowEpisode 8: Potato & Veg Noodle SoupShowView video at: https://flatimprov.com/weenis_ep8/Show NotesWe have another great show featuring Katrina and Jen talking improv things, running improv-inspired ads, discussing food and soup, and TJ's Movie Minute featuring great improvisers acting in scripted movies.Word of the Week: PilgarlicSoup: Hearty potato and vegetable noodle soupLinks to content discussed:Improv forms used in movie/TVImprov "form" definedWhale dolphinsJumping chickensPlugs:Improvised Morning ShowKatrina: contact her! Give her a job! She is...
2024-02-1637 min
World's Nerdiest Improv ShowEpisode 7: Ginger Turmeric Chickpea Noodle SoupShow NotesWe are LIVE this week and will hopefully get comments onto the screen or whatever else happens. But we have a super fun new segment called TJ's Movie Minute starring TJ!Word of the Week: BiliousSoup recipe: Ginger Turmeric Chickpea NoodleTranscript: https://flatimprov.com/weenis_ep7/Show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jboA6h0LTT4Links to content discussed: Tips for Narrative ImprovAI for improv promotionUnusual Thing & CommunicationTurkey FactsMontreal Slide (more info here)Geocities...
2024-02-0942 min
World's Nerdiest Improv ShowEpisode 6: Chunky Tomato Mushroom SoupShow on YouTubehttps://youtu.be/HJ3rgt12u6QShow NotesJen and Katrina are LIVE again and hoping that Twitch comments connect to their digital studio. Will it? Time will tell.What's the word of the day? What's the new photo on the wall gonna be? WHERE IS IT FROM? SUSPENSE! Watch this show to find out.NOTE: We interviewed me (Jen) as our guest today, and the audio didn't work. Which is EXACTLY why we did the test! Anyway we learnt lots...
2024-02-0237 min
World's Nerdiest Improv ShowEpisode 5: Tomato Cumin SoupShow NotesJen and Katrina go LIVE LIVE LIVE for the first time on ALL THE CHANNELS. We're testing going live and finding out that Twitch is calling us unstable. Whelp! It's a tech test, yo.What's the word of the day, and can Jen pronounce it? What's the new photo on the wall gonna be? WHERE IS IT FROM? SUSPENSE! Watch this show to find out.Links to content discussed: WNIS show on Highwire (Reddit)CreditsStarring:
2024-01-2628 min
World's Nerdiest Improv ShowEpisode 4: Butternut Mint SoupJen and Katrina share things about improv that include where to find an infographic on game of the scene, neat facts to add to a scene, how to learn reacting to voice-over improv from Ultimate world cruise-TOK, and more.What's the word of the day, and can Jen pronounce it? SUSPENSE! Watch this show to find out.Links to content discussed: Game of the Scene (Reddit) And Scene show (Caveat) Jack Black (TikTok) Don't be an Asshole class Neat wax tablets (TikTok) Ultimate Cruise-Tok (TikTok)Credits
2024-01-1233 min
World's Nerdiest Improv ShowEpisode 3: Pea SoupVideohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n6JoMslS0CUJen and Katrina share things about improv that include caring about the scene using a specific exercise that teaches you to treat a scene like you are performing a play, age and acting and pitching pixels into the void, and things they learnt this week on the internet that could be used on the stage. What's the word of the day? Watch this show to find out.Links to content discussed:Scripted scenes (Reddit)Acting (Reddit)ComicsCults
2024-01-0538 min
World's Nerdiest Improv ShowEpisode 2: Chik'n Noodle SoupKatrina and Jen discuss holidays, have improv ads, and have their regular segments about things they find on the internet and how it relates to improv learning. What's the word of the day? Listen to find out!Callbacks Personality profiles and reactions Expensive space rock Human to Whale conversationCreditsStarring:Katrina Charles as Katrina CharlesJen deHaan as Jen deHaanMusic & Sound FX: Katrina CharlesSet/Video Design & OBS Button Pusher: Jen deHaanProduction: Jen deHaan / FlatImprov...
2023-12-2933 minYour Improv BrainThe Intersection of Misophonia & Improv with Sabrina BanesVery excited about this ep! This week I am joined by Sabrina Banes, an improviser who has a condition called misophonia.Sabrina Banes is an improviser and Tarot reader who lives in Brooklyn with her two cats, Shumai and Althea. She currently performs with her longform indie teams, Jace Spam and Dolly Lana, and with her Improv College narrative house team, Oops! We Fell In Love. Find Sabrina online: Instagram and Linktree.In this episode we discuss what misophonia is like to experience, how it affects scene work and classes, and how to find your vo...
2023-12-1152 minYour Improv BrainHow Bottom Up Thinking can Affect Dealing with Plots in ImprovBottom-up thinking or bottom-up processing is common way for autistics to process information. It’s wired into our brains and affects EVERYTHING. How does this type of thinking affect doing improv scenes, especially when it comes to plots? In particular… when you weren’t expecting a plot, and suddenly things get plotty?Bottom-up thinking affects how we follow sets, pull in information, process, and make decisions. So if we’re trying to follow plotlines but are focused on the details before the big plot picture… what happens now?I talk about these things in this episode.
2023-11-2726 minYour Improv BrainThoughts On Being Perceived (on the Improv Stage & In Class)The sense of being perceived is all about the activity you are doing when you are being looked at by other people. Having strong feelings about this kind of perception is common particularly with the autistic neurotype. And it can sure seem illogical or contradictory at times, too.And… people look at you in improv… a lot!Learn about what being perceived means to neurodivergent improvisers. What is it? How does being perceived work for humans in an improv class, and on an improv stage? What could make being perceived easier?I didn't thin...
2023-11-2042 minYour Improv BrainWhat is Neurodivergence and How it's Relevant to Improv ComedyThis episode details what neurodivergence is, and why it’s relevant to improv. I include a couple of examples in there. Check out the transcript to see the text version of this episode.Note: This is a very old episode! I have since renamed the show, and updated the format quite a bit.Downloadable contentDownload the Free Post-Show Reflection Guide: Sent to your inbox when you subscribe to either newsletter (and added to the footer to each message if you're already subscribed).NEW! Comprehensive guides all about getting notes as...
2023-11-1215 min
Dining Room Chairs EventDining Room Chairs Event: The Reviews - January 15Jen has been sitting a lot, and tries to order something on DoorDash to help with a problem. But the messages got messed up, and Jen recognizes being misunderstood (and wordy) as a pattern in her life.
2023-07-2412 minDining Room Chairs EventDining Room Chairs Event: The Reviews - January 15Jen has been sitting a lot, and tries to order something on DoorDash to help with a problem. But the messages got messed up, and Jen recognizes being misunderstood (and wordy) as a pattern in her life.
2023-07-2412 min
Dining Room Chairs EventDining Room Chairs Event: The Reviews - January 6Jen, still in the room, gets tacos delivered and contemplates why she's still in this room. And about finding your people.
2023-05-1512 min
Dining Room Chairs EventDining Room Chairs Event: The Reviews - January 3Jen listens to her neighbours, a wall clock, and tries to figure out how to get home after selling her car to Phil.
2023-05-0608 min
Dining Room Chairs EventDining Room Chairs Event: The Reviews - January 1Jen meets the Egg McMuffin people and gets a serious case of FOMO. There are still no chairs.
2023-04-1909 min
Dining Room Chairs EventDining Room Chairs Event: The Reviews - December 31stJen arrives at the Dining Room Chairs Event in California only to find an empty room, no event, and no chairs.
2023-04-1805 min