Shows
Ru's Chit-Chat-Cadillac: improv comedy podcastS2E3: Big Delhi Laughs ft. Gaurav Singh, Varoon Anand & Riddhijit ChattopadhyayJoin Ru's Chit-Chat-Cadillac as we travel to Delhi, India! Gaurav, Varoon & Riddhijit from Kaivalya Plays join Scary Strangers on the pod chatting International collaborations, building community, and the universal language of improv. Creator & Host: Ru HalwalaCo-Host & Tech: Tom Stevenson // Krusty the ClownTheme Song: Jason KenkelPresented by Scary StrangersIG: Ru @runiversal.studios | Tom @tomisalot | Scary Strangers @scarystrangers | Kaivalya Plays @kaivalyaplays | Gaurav Singh @gauravnijjer | Varoon Anand @varoon.anand | Riddhijit Chattopadhyay @leontrotsky73
2025-10-0626 min
Ru's Chit-Chat-Cadillac: improv comedy podcastS2E2: The Big Hoo-Haa ft. Katie Currie & Jaron WhyMelbourne improvisers Katie Currie & Jaron Why chat about the evolution of the iconic Big Hoo-Haa ensemble from Perth to Melbourne and beyond!Creator & Host: Ru HalwalaCo-Host & Tech: Tom Stevenson // YodaTheme Song: Jason KenkelPresented by Scary StrangersIG: Ru @runiversal.studios | Tom @tomisalot | Scary Strangers @scarystrangers | The Big Hoo-Haa @hoohaamelbourne | Katie Currie @intergalactic_thiddies | Jaron Why @by_o.graphy
2025-07-0224 min
Ru's Chit-Chat-Cadillac: improv comedy podcastS2E1: Cool & Smart ft. Barney Pollock & Matt YoungWe’re kicking off Season 2 with Improv Conspiracy Theatre legends Barney Pollock (TGYH & White Fever) and Matt Young (Deadloch), aka Cool & Smart! Sharing aha moments, teaching philosophies, and grand plans for the future. This episode slaps!
Creator & Host: Ru Halwala
Co-Host & Tech: Tom Stevenson // Bert & Elmo
Theme Song: Jason Kenkel
Presented by Scary Strangers
IG: Ru @runiversal.studios | Tom @tomisalot | Scary Strangers @scarystrangers | Cool & Smart @kewlandsmert | Barney @barney.pollock | Matt Young @mattyoung.com.au
2024-08-1523 min
Ru's Chit-Chat-Cadillac: improv comedy podcastS1E11: Scary Strangers ft. Tom StevensonWe’re finishing off Season 1 with a Scary Strangers special. Tom and Ru deep-dive into the origins of Scary Strangers, what we’ve learned along the way, and where we’re going next.
Scary Strangers will be performing their one hour show at Improv Theatre Sydney on August 24 & October 26 at 8:15PM. Learn more at https://improvtheatresydney.com.au/events/scary-strangers/
Creator & Host: Ru Halwala
Co-Host & Tech: Tom Stevenson // Donald Trump & Melania
Presented by Scary Strangers
IG: Ru @runiversal.studios | Tom @tomisalot | Scary Str...
2024-07-3115 min
Ru's Chit-Chat-Cadillac: improv comedy podcastS1E10: Yes, and I’ll see you in bed! ft. Charlotte Grimmer & Michael SmithDoing improv AND dating? What's that all about?! This week's episode features TikTok sensation Charlotte Grimmer and acting sensation Michael Smith, two lovebirds in the Sydney improv scene, discussing all things couple-prov and dating within the industry!
Check out Scary Strangers upcoming shows at www.scarystrangers.com/shows
Creator & Host: Ru Halwala
Co-Host & Tech: Tom Stevenson // Rick & Morty
Theme Song: Jason Kenkel
Presented by Scary Strangers
IG: Ru @runiversal.studios | Tom @tomisalot | Scary Strangers @scarystrangers | Charlotte @charlotteisgrim | Michael @michaelneilsmith
2024-03-1218 min
Ru's Chit-Chat-Cadillac: improv comedy podcastS1E9: Yes, and I’ll see you at home! ft. John Glover & Josie Clark-WroeImprovisers can be great entertainment, but would you want to live with one? The J&J Romance Factory jumped into Ru’s Chit-Chat-Cadillac to give us the low-down on the comedy housemate experience.
Check out Scary Strangers upcoming shows at www.scarystrangers.com/shows
Creator & Host: Ru Halwala
Co-Host & Tech: Tom Stevenson // Fran Drescher
Theme Song: Jason Kenkel
Presented by Scary Strangers
IG: Ru @runiversal.studios | Tom @tomisalot | Scary Strangers @scarystrangers | John @johnglover.net.au | Josie @josieandthe
2024-03-0514 min
Ru's Chit-Chat-Cadillac: improv comedy podcastS1E8: Unblocked ft. Chelsea Zeller & Tom NorthCan improv help us to deal with adversity? Jump into this week’s Chit-Chat-Cadillac to find out with superstar improvisers Chelsea Zeller & Tom North.
Check out Tom North’s Silly Odyssey on March 16th at https://improvtheatresydney.com.au/events/silly-odyssey/
Creator & Host: Ru Halwala
Co-Host & Tech: Tom Stevenson // Mr Burns & Smithers
Theme Song: Jason Kenkel
Presented by Scary Strangers
IG: Ru @runiversal.studios | Tom @tomisalot | Scary Strangers @scarystrangers | Chelsea @theofficiallaurynhill | Tom North @tomarsen
2024-02-2721 min
Ru's Chit-Chat-Cadillac: improv comedy podcastEP7 Bonus FootageExtra scene from Episode 7: Role Slaying featuring resident role playing experts Hayden Wright & Shane Porter. Watch the full episode here.
If you're in Sydney and keen to see some improv, catch Scary Strangers upcoming shows !!
IG: @runiversal.studios | www.scarystrangers.com
2024-02-2003 min
Ru's Chit-Chat-Cadillac: improv comedy podcastS1E7: Role Slaying ft. Hayden Wright & Shane PorterOur resident role playing experts, Mug & Mayhem aka Hayden Wright & Shane Porter, took us on a ride into the mysterious world of D&D, Brindlewood Bay, Honey Heist, and more! Plus we share some improv games that role players can use for character and world building.
Check out Scary Strangers upcoming shows at www.scarystrangers.com/shows
IG: Ru @runiversal.studios | Tom @tomisalot | Scary Strangers @scarystrangers | Shane @sporter342 | Hayden @haydoathome
2024-02-1319 min
Ru's Chit-Chat-Cadillac: improv comedy podcastS1E6: Leaving Bris-Vegas ft. Matt Nunn & Liz TalbotMatt Nunn and Liz Talbot from Brisbane’s Big Fork Theatre hopped into Ru’s Chit-Chat-Cadillac to give us a taste of the Brisbane comedy scene, and share their experiences as up-and-coming sketch/improv comedians.
If you're in Sydney and keen to see some improv, catch Scary Strangers upcoming shows at www.scarystrangers.com/shows
Creator & Host: Ru Halwala
Co-Host & Tech: Tom Stevenson // Gilbert Gottfried
Theme Song: Jason Kenkel
Presented by Scary Strangers
IG: Ru @runiversal.studios | Tom @tomisalot | Scary...
2024-02-0610 min
Ru's Chit-Chat-Cadillac: improv comedy podcastEP5 Bonus FootageExtra scene from Episode 5: Beat-prov the Musical featuring musical comedy icons Jacinta Gregory & Sarah Gaul. Watch the full episode here.
If you're in Sydney and keen to see some improv, catch Scary Strangers upcoming shows !!
IG: @runiversal.studios | www.scarystrangers.com
2024-02-0102 min
Ru's Chit-Chat-Cadillac: improv comedy podcastS1E5: Beat-Prov the Musical ft. Sarah Gaul & Jacinta GregoryMusical comedy icons, Sarah Gaul and Jacinta Gregory, jumped into Ru’s Chit-Chat-Cadillac, and it’s a bop! Chatting all things musical comedy, sharing so much wisdom, whilst simultaneously pondering current events such as: WTF is up with our generation?
This episode has everything you need for a fun ride to the shops, to go and meet your friends, learn a lot, and be beautiful.
Check out BLANK: An Improvised Musical - https://www.factorytheatre.com.au/event/blank-an-improvised-musical/
Creator & Host: Ru Halwala
Co...
2024-01-3016 min
Ru's Chit-Chat-Cadillac: improv comedy podcastS1E4: ‘Prov Soulmates ft. Alex Reynolds & Brendan ByrnesWhat does it take to be a great scene partner? Let's ask the best in the biz! Improv legends Alex Reynolds and Brendan Byrnes are jumping into Ru's Chit-Chat-Cadillac to give us the lowdown on being improv soulmates.
Check out Alex Reynolds as SCRUM at Melbourne International Comedy Festival April 9 - 20, 2024: https://www.comedyfestival.com.au/2024/shows/scrum
Creator & Host: Ru Halwala
Co-Host & Tech: Tom Stevenson // Joan Rivers
Theme Song: Jason Kenkel
Presented by Scary Strangers
IG: Ru @ru...
2024-01-2313 min
Ru's Chit-Chat-Cadillac: improv comedy podcastS1E3: Harold Night ft. Max Bucknell & Alisha CheongIt's the Hermione Grangers (aka star students) of the Sydney improv scene, Max Bucknell & Alisha Cheong! These legends smashed their Level 5 grad show performing The Harold then jumped straight into Ru's Chit-Chat-Cadillac to gab about it.
If you're in Sydney and keen to see some improv, catch Scary Strangers upcoming shows at www.scarystrangers.com/shows
Creator & Host: Ru Halwala
Co-Host & Tech: Tom Stevenson // Julia Gillard
Theme Song: Jason Kenkel
Presented by Scary Strangers
IG: Ru @runiversal.studios | Tom @tomisal...
2024-01-1609 min
Ru's Chit-Chat-Cadillac: improv comedy podcastS1E2: Silly or Serious? ft. Kat Hoyos & Emma LeonardStraight from your TV Guide and into Ru’s Chit-Chat-Cadillac are two of Sydney’s finest actor/improv combos. Featuring Kat Hoyos (Amazing Grace, Here Come the Habibs) and Emma Leonard (800 Words, Home & Away) giving us the actor’s tea on improvisation.
If you're in Sydney and keen to see some improv, catch Scary Strangers upcoming shows at www.scarystrangers.com/shows
Creator & Host: Ru Halwala
Co-Host & Tech: Tom Stevenson // Kermit the Frog
Theme Song: Jason Kenkel
Presented by Scary Strangers
IG...
2024-01-0908 min
Ru's Chit-Chat-Cadillac: improv comedy podcastS1E1: Pure Comedy ft. Ruby Blinkhorn & Kate WilkinsS1E1: Pure Comedy ft. Ruby Blinkhorn & Kate Wilkins
We're kicking off Ru's Chit-Chat-Cadillac with reigning champs of the improv scene, Pure Comedy by Father John Misty, winners of the 2023 ITS Smackdown and Improv Comedy Cagefight competitions. The chit-chat explores how even the mighty have fallen, with mad respect to those who can bomb with dignity.
Content Warning: It's not that deep!
If you're in Sydney and keen to see some improv, catch Scary Strangers upcoming shows at www.scarystrangers.com/shows
2024-01-0510 min
Panchatantra : Chautha Tantra (Labdhpranash)Chautha Tantra Bhag 9 : Halwala DaampattiThis is the story of a wife who harboured a dislike for her husband and eventually fled with all his wealth. What transpired that led her to escape with her husband's entire fortune? Why did she face betrayal from her friend, and why did she become a subject of ridicule orchestrated by a jackal? Discover the answers to these questions on Audio Pitara. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-11-2708 min