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Liverpool Comedy ImprovCastImprov Room 101 with San GeorgeThis week on the Liverpool Comedy Improvcast, we return to Improv Room 101!
Joining us is friend of the show San George, who’s bringing her top three improv no-no’s—the things she’d most love to see banished from the improv world forever. But can she convince Iain to lock them away for good?
Tune in to hear which improv frustrations San would happily say goodbye to, and whether Iain agrees they deserve to be sealed in the vault of doom. So, sit back, relax, pop the kettle on, and enjoy another fun-filled episode of improv rants, revelations, and righteou...
2025-04-2141 min
Workday Playdate282: Why Leaders Are Obsessed with Improv for Team Growth What if the secret to high-performing teams wasn’t another strategy session—but an improv game? In this episode of Workday Playdate, Erin dives into how improvisation is transforming team dynamics, leadership, and workplace culture. From LinkedIn to Amazon, top companies are embracing improv as a tool for boosting psychological safety, engagement, and creativity. If you’ve ever struggled with silent meetings, hesitant team members, or a lack of collaboration, this episode is for you. Inside This Episode: Why improv isn’t just for comedians—it’s a powerful leadership tool. The surprising st...
2025-03-1913 min
Workday Playdate279: The DEI Dilemma: Why Cutting Diversity Programs is Hurting Companies & How Improv Training Can Help Fill in the Gaps Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs have been a driving force behind innovation, employee retention, and workplace culture—but now, many companies are slashing these initiatives, leaving employees feeling unseen, unheard, and disconnected. In this solo episode of Workday Playdate, Erin dives into the corporate DEI backslide and the very real consequences of these cutbacks. But she’s not here to dwell on the problem—she’s here to talk solutions. And here’s the twist: one of the most effective (and unexpected) ways to rebuild belonging, inclusion, and collaboration might just come from the world of improv.
2025-02-2631 min
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #75: Annie Sertich and Mindy Sterling Part 1In this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with Annie Sertich and Mindy Sterling to gushers, The Groundlings, the web of improv, and of course learn how they IMPROV-ed their lives.
Find more Annie and Mindy on Instagram below:
Annie Sertich - https://www.instagram.com/anniesertich/
Mindy Sterling - https://www.instagram.com/mindyster/
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2024-04-1153 min
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #74: Improv and AI, A Second LookIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down to discuss Improv and AI a second time. We'll explore some of the interesting developments happening in the performance space utilizing new tech!
Articles:
1. Dallas Observer - "Whose Mind is it Anyways?"
2. FreeStyle + Announces New AI Driven Games
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2024-03-2724 min
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #72: Freestyle Love SupremeIn this week' episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down to discuss the incredible talents of Freestyle Love Supreme.
Sources:
"Freestyle Love Supreme: A Hip-Hop Improv Revolution" - Rolling Stone
"Freestyle Love Supreme Is More Than Just Improv Rap" - NPR
"Freestyle Love Supreme: An Oral History" - Vulture
"We Are Freestyle Love Supreme" (Documentary) - Directed by Andrew Fried
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2024-03-1417 min
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #68: Long Form Explorers The HaroldIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down to explore the world of long form Improv, specifically the Harold. Who is that anyway?
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Sources:
The Harold (Wiki)
Comedic Pursuits
Live About
Improv Fandom
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2024-02-1422 min
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #67: Improv and Mental HealthIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down to discuss Improv . Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
References:
Source #1: Psychology Today - https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/play-your-way-sane/202005/improv-boosts-creativity-and-psychological-well-being
Source #2: NPR - https://www.npr.org/2022/10/19/1129907651/improv-can-build-confidence-heres-how-to-apply-it-to-your-everyday-life
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2024-02-0819 min
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #64: Guy MorgenshternIn this week' episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with Guy Morgenshtern to discuss LeBron James, improv + basketball, late night snacks, and of course learn how he IMPROV-ed his life. Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
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2024-01-181h 17
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #61: SushantIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with Sushant to discuss milk, the benches of the future, 7 in 1 shampoo, and of course learn how he IMPROV-ed his life. Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
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2023-12-211h 39
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #60: The Improviser's Holiday Gift GuideIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down to discuss the best gifts for improvisers, find his list below:
Truth In Comedy
Improvise by Mick Napier
A month of IFTP classes
Tickets to an Improv Show
“Don’t think twice” on Blu Ray
Improv Wisdom
Improv Nation
Notebook for notes
IFTP T-Shirt
StoryMatic Classes Card Game
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2023-12-1420 min
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #59: Mo CordreyIn this week' episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with Mo Cordrey to discuss Chicago, disappointing views, Mozzarella cheese, and of course learn how she IMPROV-ed her life. Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
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2023-12-071h 40
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #58: Becca ThornquistIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with Becca Thornquist to discuss Connecticotians, the art of bagels, self publishing, and of course learn how she IMPROV-ed her life. Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
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2023-11-301h 46
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #57: Mike Brothers Jr.In this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with Mike Brothers Jr. to discuss The San Diego Chargers, Port Orchard, back paste, and of course learn how he IMPROV-ed his life. Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
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2023-11-221h 37
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #56: Courtney ShieldsIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with Courtney Shields to discuss volunteers, Mo Money, buttered buns, and of course learn how she IMPROV-ed her life. Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
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2023-11-151h 09
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #55: DianaIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with Diana to discuss cats, the merits of Frankenstein, theme park closing times, and of course learn how she IMPROV-ed her life. Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
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2023-11-091h 14
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #54: Camp Chat FinaleIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans returns to wrap up camp, see cool sunglasses, and learn how camp IMPROV-ed folks lives. Camp chat will return. Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
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2023-11-0129 min
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #53: Camp Chat Part TwoIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans returns to the mountains once more to discuss trees, camp foods, and how camp IMPROV-ed folks lives. Camp chat is back! Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
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2023-10-2523 min
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #52: Camp Chat Part OneIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans travels to the mountains to discuss s'mores, bears, and how camp IMPROV-ed folks lives. Camp chat is back!
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2023-10-1940 min
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #51: AlexIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with Alex to discuss ketchup with chips, animal sounds, Starbucks burritos, and of course learn how he IMPROV-ed his life. Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
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2023-10-121h 09
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #50: Jonathan MangumIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with special guest Jonathan Mangum and IFTP founder Matthew Moore to discuss Brother Printers, caffeine kids, jerky in a can, and of course learn how Jonathan IMPROV-ed his life.
Find Jonathan Mangum on his socials below:
Twitter - https://twitter.com/Mangum1
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/Jonathanmangum
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mangum1
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/themangum
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2023-10-051h 18
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #49: Improv in MediaIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down to discuss Improvisation use in modern media, particularly television in film. Is your favorite show mentioned in this episode? Find out!
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2023-09-2832 min
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #48: Improv and Alzheimer'sIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down to discuss Improvisation and Alzheimer's.
Checkout some of his sources below:
Using Improv to improve life with Alzheimer's
Improv for Alzheimer’s: A Sense of Accomplishment
One in Ten Older Americans...
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2023-09-2124 min
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #47: Dave LeIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with Dave Le to discuss The Wizard (1989), how we miss Groupon, the Nintendo DS' legacy, and of course learn how he IMPROV-ed his life. Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
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2023-09-141h 26
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #46: The Mother of Improv?In this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down to discuss the Mother of Improv? Who was she, what did she do, and how does she affect us now? Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
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2023-09-0624 min
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #45: Maxi and OwenIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with Maxi and Owen to discuss the worst places to travel, airport in many languages, hot dog beer, and of course learn how they IMPROV-ed their lives. Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
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2023-08-311h 11Liverpool Comedy ImprovCastA-Z of Improv - The Letter EWe are dipping back into our A-Z of Improv series this week and we are focusing on the letter E. To help us break it all down we have the founder of Liverpool Comedy Improv Emma Bird joining Iain for a lovely chat, because you know, her name starts with E!
Emma is a true fountain of improv knowledge and she has a really great insight into the words Iain presents her with.
This is a really enlightening conversation and most of all is just a lovely chat between friends that you will enjoy being a fly on the wall...
2023-08-281h 14
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #44: AI - Artificial Improv?In this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down to Artifical Intelligence or rather Artificial Improv?. Find out the wonders and the dangers of ChatGPT in this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast. Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
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2023-08-2335 min
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #43: IMPROV-YourselfIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down to discuss how to IMPROV-yourself. Take a look at the section below to see Michael's recommendations. Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
Michael's Guide to IMPROV-Yourself:
Exercises:
Writing exercises - Set a timer and let your thoughts run wild on the page, afterwards see what sticks! You can give yourself a one word suggestion, listen to a monologue, or go off the top of your head.
Three things - find a random category generator and list three things...
2023-08-1633 min
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #42: Jaymie Parkkinen and Liam ClancyIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with Jaymie Parkkinen and Liam Clancy to discuss The Park, short form, John's Chuckle Hut, and of course IMPROV. Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
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2023-08-091h 15
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #41: Patrick MoodyIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with Patrick Moody to discuss appendicitis, medical professionalism, bananas, and of course learn how he IMPROV-ed his life. Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
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2023-08-021h 30
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #35: Candi RodriguezIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with Candi Rodriguez to discuss improv, play some games, and learn how she IMPROV-ed her life. Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
2023-05-241h 26
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #34: TigranIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with Tigran to discuss improv, play some games, and learn how he IMPROV-ed his life. Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
2023-05-171h 20
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #33: Tammy AllenIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with Tammy Allen to discuss improv, play some games, and learn how she IMPROV-ed her life. Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
2023-05-101h 19
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #32: GraceIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with Grace to discuss improv, play some games, and learn how she IMPROV-ed her life. Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
2023-04-261h 08
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #30: Tyler LaFontaineIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with Tyler LaFontaine to discuss improv, play some games, and learn how he IMPROV-ed his life. Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
2023-04-121h 10
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #29: Joseph HaägIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with Joseph Haäg to discuss improv, play some games, and learn how he IMPROV-ed his life. Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
2023-04-051h 34
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #28: G MicahIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with G Micah to discuss improv, play some games, and learn how he IMPROV-ed his life. Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
2023-03-291h 16Liverpool Comedy ImprovCastA-Z of Improv - The Letter CThis week we return to our A-Z of Improv and this time we are focusing on the letter C. We are joined by friend of the show Michael Ananins to discuss a great variety of topics from the suggestions offered by the worldwide improv community and there’s so much ground to cover that it is a bumper episode!
So settle down, grab a brew and enjoy this great improv based chat.
2023-03-271h 37
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #27: Owen SlevinIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with Owen Slevin to discuss improv, play some games, and learn how she IMPROV-ed her life. Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
2023-03-221h 34
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #26: Tarrah BeebeIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with Tarrah Beebe to discuss improv, play some games, and learn how she IMPROV-ed her life. Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
2023-03-151h 21
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #25: JenIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with Jen to discuss improv, play some games, and learn how she IMPROV-ed her life. Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
2023-03-081h 17
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #24: Rebecca HaasIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with Rebecca Haas to discuss improv, play some games, and learn how she IMPROV-ed her life. Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
2023-03-011h 22
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #23: AdamIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with Adam to discuss improv, play some games, and learn how he IMPROV-ed his life. Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
2023-02-221h 05
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #22: Sylvain DecouvelaereIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with Sylvain Decouvelaere to discuss improv, play some games, and learn how he IMPROV-ed his life. Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
2023-02-151h 28
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #21: Dayna GowanIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with Dayna Gowan to discuss improv, play some games, and learn how she IMPROV-ed her life. Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
Find Dayna's website here: https://www.improvlyspeaking.com/
2023-02-081h 44
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #20: Ty HubbardIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with Ty Hubbard to discuss improv, play some games, and learn how he IMPROV-ed his life. Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
2023-02-011h 23
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #19: NaveenIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with Naveen to discuss improv, play some games, and learn how he IMPROV-ed his life. Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
2023-01-251h 15
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #18: GavinIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with Gavin to discuss improv, play some games, and learn how he IMPROV-ed his life. Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
2023-01-181h 34
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #17: Michael Lee EvansIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with Michael Lee Evans to discuss improv, play some games, and learn how he IMPROV-ed his life. Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
2023-01-111h 12
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #16: Camp Chat Part 2In this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with many friends from Improv camp back in October 2022. We'll discuss improv, play some games, and learn how to make the best s'mores. Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
2023-01-041h 16
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #15: Camp Chat Part 1In this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with many friends from Improv camp back in October 2022. We'll discuss improv, play some games, and learn how to make the best s'mores. Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
2022-12-2837 min
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #14: Austin IrvingIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with Austin Irving to discuss improv, play some games, and learn how she IMPROV-ed her life. Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
2022-12-211h 20
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #13: Matthew MooreIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with IFTP Founder Matthew Moore to discuss improv, play some games, and learn how he IMPROV-ed his life. Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
2022-12-141h 27
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #12: SidIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with Sid to discuss improv, play some games, and learn how he IMPROV-ed his life. Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
2022-12-071h 16
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #11: DanIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with Dan to discuss improv, play some games, and learn how he IMPROV-ed his life. Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
2022-11-301h 22
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #10: Daryl Cain-SanchezIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with Daryl Cain-Sanchez to discuss improv, play some games, and learn how he IMPROV-ed his life. Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
2022-11-231h 21
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #9: AvaIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with Ava to discuss improv, play some games, and learn how she IMPROV-ed her life. Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
2022-11-161h 17
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #8: MarcoIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with Marco to discuss improv, play some games, and learn how he IMPROV-ed his life. Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
2022-11-091h 50
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #7: Benjamin
In this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with Benjamin to discuss improv, play some games, and learn how he IMPROV-ed his life. Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
2022-11-021h 51
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #6: KeenanIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with Keenan to discuss improv, play some games, and learn how he IMPROV-ed his life.
Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
2022-10-261h 29
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #5: Jaymie
In this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with Jaymie to discuss improv, play some games, and learn how he IMPROV-ed his life.
Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
2022-10-191h 32
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #4: Sky Liam Patterson
In this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with Sky Liam Patterson to discuss improv, play some games, and learn how he IMPROV-ed his life.
Find us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/iftp
2022-10-121h 04
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #3: Chantal Rochelle
In this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with Chantal Rochelle to discuss improv, play some games, and learn how she IMPROV-ed her life.
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https://linktr.ee/iftp
2022-10-051h 08
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #2: Liam ClancyEpisode Notes
In this episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with Liam to discuss improv, play some games, and learn how he IMPROV-ed his life.
2022-09-281h 39
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #1: Annie RoseEpisode Notes
In the first episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with Annie Rose to discuss improv, play some games, and learn how she IMPROV-ed her life.
2022-09-191h 15
The Improv InsiderWhere Is ImprovNick and Blake sit down to finally answer the age old question: "Where is Improv?" In this episode they discuss theater culture, house teams, Blake's sordid past as an improv coach, and college improv.
2022-06-2245 minLiverpool Comedy ImprovCastEpisode 62 - Planning an Improv SessionThis week we welcome back friend of the show Sekki Tabasuares to discuss the topic 'Planning an Improv session' with our host Iain Luke Jones.
There are lots of things to take into consideration when running an improv session and Iain and Sekki talk in depth about the thought process leading into preparing an improv session.
It is a really great chat as always and we can't wait for you to hear it!
2022-05-161h 04Liverpool Comedy ImprovCastEpisode 58 - Melina Fiol - The Joys of Blending Improv and Stand UpThis week we welcome an LCI regular who is an up and coming stand up comedy sensation. She is the incredibly talented Melina Fiol.
Melina is still relatively new to both improv and stand up, but in the short space of time she has been doing both she has made a big name for herself. She oozes charisma and passion for what she does and during the chat with show host Iain Luke Jones, she breaks down the importance of understanding improv to help add to your stand up tool belt and talks us through the process of how to...
2022-03-211h 21
The Good Improv ShowThe Good Improv Show – Episode 88: Call Center 5: Oh My God, (I Can’t Believe It’s) Another Call Center?!?
The Good Improv Show – Episode 88: Call Center 5: Oh My God, (I Can’t Believe It’s) Another Call Center?!?
On this episode of The Good Improv Show we call in to companies to complain about some flaw we’ve found in their product. Beyond the point of reasonability.
https://goodimprov.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/The-Good-Improv-Show-Episode-88-Call-Center-5-Oh-My-God-I-Cant-Believe-Its-Another-Call-Center.mp3
2021-12-0152 minThe Good Improv ShowThe Good Improv Show – Episode 87: Sausage Factory
The Good Improv Show – Episode 87: Sausage Factory
On this episode of The Good Improv Show we open ourselves up and show you what we look like at our most vulnerable.
https://goodimprov.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/The-Good-Improv-Show-Episode-87-Sausage-Factory.mp3
2021-11-3039 minThe Good Improv ShowThe Good Improv Show – Episode 86: Jack Toenails
The Good Improv Show – Episode 86: Jack Toenails
On this episode of The Good Improv Show we get to the bottom of a man with a mysterious identity and reveal him for who he really is. This week, you’ll hear sketches about:
A unique witness protection program name.
Pretending to know how to use the bathroom.
Choosing to speak entirely in jargon.
Being offended by a nice gesture.
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2021-11-2924 minLiverpool Comedy ImprovCastEpisode 46 - Friendship in ImprovThis week we are discussing Friendship in Improv with returning guest and friend of the show San George. The improv community has been a place where people feel like they truly belong and can fully open up and be themselves and this means that the bonds that are formed run deep. Iain and San discuss how the improv community has impacted them and as good friends often do, they drift off topic on more than one occasion talking about improv in general and various other topics that crop up.
It's a real fly on the wall oppotunity to hear two...
2021-11-2945 minThe Good Improv ShowThe Good Improv Show – Episode 85: Call Center 4: Phonin’ It In
The Good Improv Show – Episode 85: Call Center 4: Phonin’ It In
On this episode of The Good Improv Show we call in to companies to complain about some flaw we’ve found in their product. Yet again.
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2021-11-1049 minLiverpool Comedy ImprovCastEpisode 42 - Is Improv Really For Everyone?This week Iain welcomes one of his oldest friends Thomas Casson to the show to discuss the question 'Is Improv Really For Everyone?' Thomas is a professional actor and has frequently batted away and invites from Iain to join him for some improv fun. This led Iain to ponder what actually is it that keeps him saying no when he knows that Thomas possess all of the skills so improv?
This is a really fascinating chat about how improv comes in many forms and is a tool that suits many purposes & if you want the answer to the question...
2021-11-0157 minThe Good Improv ShowThe Good Improv Show – Episode 84: CC 3: Return Of Call Center
The Good Improv Show – Episode 84: CC 3: Return Of Call Center
On this episode of The Good Improv Show we call in to companies to complain about some flaw we’ve found in their product. One more time.
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2021-10-2044 minThe Good Improv ShowThe Good Improv Show – Episode 83: (Bee) Rags To (Bee) Riches
The Good Improv Show – Episode 83: (Bee) Rags To (Bee) Riches
On this episode of The Good Improv Show it’s all the about bees! This week, you’ll hear sketches about:
Trying to break into centaur acting.
New Olympic sports.
Dynamite Man and his inevitable tragedy.
Extreme stand-up comedy
Superheroes terrorizing a restaurant.
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2021-10-0731 minThe Good Improv ShowThe Good Improv Show – Episode 82: Rehearsal Time
The Good Improv Show – Episode 82: Rehearsal Time
On this episode of The Good Improv Show we accidentally record a portion of our rehearsal process and release it to the public, warts and all.
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2021-10-0615 minThe Good Improv ShowThe Good Improv Show – Episode 81: Call Center 2: Call Centerier
The Good Improv Show – Episode 81: Call Center 2: Call Centerier
On this episode of The Good Improv Show we call in to companies to complain about some flaw we’ve found in their product. Again.
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2021-10-0545 minThe Good Improv ShowThe Good Improv Show – Episode 80: Call Center
The Good Improv Show – Episode 80: Call Center
On this episode of The Good Improv Show we call in to companies to complain about some flaw we’ve found in their product.
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2021-10-0442 minLiverpool Comedy ImprovCastEpisode 38 - The Transition Back to Improv in Real LifeThis week the show is a little different to normal because I literally just made something up as I went along. I was supposed to interview somebody but I was stood up & I decided on a whim to do the show anyway and drafted in my wonderful partner Sekki Tabasuares to talk about how the transition to improv in real life is going after such a long time stuck behind our screens. It was a really fun chat that I hope gives a voice to a lot of the feelings and emotions improvisers far and wide have been experiencing during...
2021-10-0442 minThe Good Improv ShowThe Good Improv Show – Episode 79: Body Stock
The Good Improv Show – Episode 79: Body Stock
On this episode of The Good Improv Show we trade our internal organs on the international stock exchange. This week, you’ll hear sketches about:
Forgetting your twin’s birthday.
Selling your body parts as stock.
A vampire who hates blood.
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2021-07-3027 minLiverpool Comedy ImprovCastEpisode 28 - James Fennell - Autism in ImprovJames is an autistic improviser who gives us an open and insightful look into what it’s like to be an improviser with autism. He is a regular at Glossop Improv (which is the place he feels most comfortable), but he has tested the water at Liverpool Comedy Improv in recent times and he tells us all about how hard that was for him and why it’s such an achievement that he felt like he could spread his wings in the first place.
James tells us how improv just seemed to find him when he needed it most and how...
2021-07-2649 min
Go Through The Door - Fearless ImprovEpisode 13 - Cortney Warner of "Murder She Joked!" (aka: The Pure Magic of Improv)Welcome back! It's the last episode of our first season, and to mark the occasion, Diz is chatting with the very funny Cortney Warner of "Murder She Joked!" from Nashville TN.
As usual, it's a wide-ranging conversation, covering topics including:
Improv as a tool for writing
The difficulties of Zoom-prov and performing when there's no audience. (Solution? Teddy Bears!)
The "Pure Magic" of Improv
Improv in Prison (not that she's done that, but, why isn't that a thing?)
The otherworldly beauty of every single person to come out of Australia
So, settle in, slap on...
2020-06-0944 minGo Through The Door - Fearless ImprovEpisode 7 - Christopher Simpson of the Contemporary Theater Company in Wakefield, RI (a.k.a. What's the Secret to a Great Marriage? Improv!)Welcome back! This week, Diz talks to Christopher Simpson, the founding Artistic Director of the Contemporary Theater Company in Wakefield Rhode Island. It's a wide-ranging discussion, covering some very diverse topics, including:
Improv Marathons (Chris does a 36-hour marathon every year!)
"Who-Dun-It?" Shows
The Challenges of video-recording Improv shows
The relationship between Improv and Sports
Plus, Chris talks about a solo scene that turned into a terrifying "Go Through The Door" moment.... And how marriage may be the most important improv form you'll ever play.
They also discuss the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on...
2020-04-2845 minGo Through The Door - Fearless ImprovEpisode 5 - Luke Bechtel of Improv Knoxville (aka: The Truth, The Game and The Unforgiving Stage)In this episode, Diz talks with Improv Knoxville Founder, Luke Bechtel! Luke is an Improv Chattanooga alumni who struck out on his own in 2019 and created his own troupe in Knoxville TN. They talk about "Truth" vs "Game" styles of improv, why cats would make great lawyers, the experience of starting a new troupe in a new town and the importance of having a regular Open House.
So slap in those ear pods, pull up a chair and join us once again as we Go Through The Door!
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2020-04-1436 min
The Improv Punch Up – PodCavernE47 – Big Pond Improv Festival 2019 Road Trip!On this week’s Improv Punch Up, it’s just Tuong and Angus (Twong & Agnes) punching up various things to do and see in Vermont on their way to The Big Pond Improv Festival! Listen while the boys dive into the thrilling new field of Ben & Jerry’s Ice Scream, they figure out exactly how many Keanus are needed in Neo Vermont, and an unlikely friendship forms between two men in the solitude of the morning beach.The post E47 – Big Pond Improv Festival 2019 Road Trip! appeared first on PodCavern.
2019-08-2131 min
The Improv TeachersImprov Teachers: Episode 53, Megan GrayIt's Tuesday and ... Megan Gray is this month's guest!
Megan is the former Artistic Director of the Magnet Theater, a writer, performer, and native New Yorker. She has performed with Second City aboard the NCL Gem and was a member of Magnet's longest-running resident team "Junior Varsity." She can be seen in such notable shows as "The Armando Diaz Experience" and "The Cast." Megan also produces and hosts the monthly all-women and non-binary improv show "Hearts & Stars."
In addition to teaching Level One, Level Four: Busy Town and electives, Megan has taught improvisation at C.W. Post University, Brookdale Community...
2019-06-0400 min
The Improv TeachersImprov Teachers Episode 52 Rick AndrewsIt's Tuesday and ... Rick Andrews is our guest!
Find us on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google
To learn more visit www.laurenhasthree.com or www.adlibcomedy.com
Rick Andrews is a teacher and performer at The Magnet Theater and has been studying, performing, and teaching improvisation since 1999. He began improvising with Improv Boston and continued with a stint in Saint Louis, MO. He has been fortunate to learn from many improv greats, including Armando Diaz, Ed Herbstman, Joe Bill, Mark Sutton, Amy Poehler, Ian Roberts, Will Luera, Jill Bernard, and more.
Rick has taught workshops at improv festivals across the c...
2019-05-0700 min
The Improv TeachersImprov Teachers Quick Take #10It's episode 10 of Improv Teachers: Quick Takes. You can find more on YouTube at https://youtu.be/kAGcT5U8PYI.
In this episode, I discuss impact vs intention and how to use it for the improv classroom!
Visit www.laurenhasthree.com to find all our the episodes and stay up to date on the latest Improv Teachers news!
2019-04-1700 min
The Improv TeachersThe Improv Teachers Episode 49, Ryan SuffridgeIt's Tuesday and ... Ryan Suffridge is our guest!
Ryan re-kindled his love of improv back in 2010 when he joined the National Comedy Theater as a member of their College Team and, later, their Sunday Company and Mainstage teams. He has studied at NCT, FCI, Sidestage Improv, The Pack Theater and more. He currently plays with San Diego indie teams Slack to the Future and We Krooked Swedes. He loves honest and slow improv but is very comfortable jumping into the more whimsical side of things.
Find more at www.cornerstoneimprov.com
2019-03-0500 minThe Improv Punch Up – PodCavernE29 – The First Improv Punch Up! (Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat, The Wolf Man, King Kong)Welcome to The First Improv Punch Up!Hello there, young whippersnappers! It's the very first Improv Punch Up Radio Program! Coming live over the airways, your hosts Randydoodle Cserepy, Hezekiah MacDonald and Tuong La, use there improvisation skills to weave tales that cover The Arrival of a Train (with snakes!), The Wolfman struggling with a deep drug addiction, and we take King Kong to a new dimension....SPACE! So huddle up round the ol' talkin machine and light a fresh candle, The Improv Punch Up is coming to you LIVE!The post E29 – The First Im...
2018-12-1248 minThe Improv Punch Up – PodCavernE09 – Ottawa Improv Festival 2018 LIVE SHOW!! (Star Wars III, The Mask, The Shining)Live at the Ottawa Improv Festival 2018 Tuong , Angus, and Leslie are joined by D.j.Danger Mouse” Mausner (Crybabies, The Second City Touring Co), Dave “The Destroyer of Lawyers” Sawyer (Big Bang Improv) , and "Jason Voorhes" Kirsten Rasmussen (K$M, The Second City). Take the plunge with them as the Star Wars characters get a job at Dunder Mifflin, Alan Rickman unlocks the secrets of Footlocker with his tongue, and we learn that the true “Shining” is Oscar gold.The post E09 – Ottawa Improv Festival 2018 LIVE SHOW!! (Star Wars III, The Mask, The Shining) appeared first on PodCavern.
2018-03-0743 min
The OFF-THE-CUFF Improv Comedy Podcast.OTC 003: Kat Girnus uses improv to fend off the Texas Chainsaw Massacre, bakes cookies and gives Chad romance advice!
Up and coming comedian Kat Girnus shares advice on love, reveals the difficulties of the two sides of Chicago being joined in marriage, and reviews a new improvised movie!
An improv show from SeattleImprovClasses.com featuring guests who get put on the spot with no idea of what’s going to happen. They have to think on their feet and improvise scenes, stories, interviews and anything else that the host, Chad Elliot, decides to test them with. There’s comedy, drama, action and humor. There are also tips on how to successfully improvise yourself and how...
2016-11-1400 min
Sea Tea Improv | Hartford ComedyLocally Made ImprovEvery week, improvisors at Sea Tea Improv are producing the finest quality improv in New England.
Our improv is made from pure Connecticut suggestions, some of the most satisfying suggestions this side of Long Island Sound.
We take those suggestions and, though a tradition passed down to us by improv artisans at Hartford Stage, ImprovBoston, and the Upright Citizens Brigade, we produce fresh comedy scenes, songs, and games.
Our community-based approach creates a sustainable improv ecosystem. We teach, perform, and consume more improv here than anywhere else in the Connecticut River Valley.
2012-11-2600 minSea Tea Improv | Hartford ComedyWelcome to the Sea Tea Improv Podcast!Julia Pistell begins the Sea Tea Improv podcast with a short intro episode about Sea Tea Improv and what we’ll be doing with this podcast!
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The post Welcome to the Sea Tea Improv Podcast! appeared first on Sea Tea Improv.
2011-05-0300 min
ImprovLAImprov-LA : Episode 20 : Dramatic ImprovHave you ever left an improv show and forgot what it was about the next day? Or how about remembering an improv show you saw years ago? Well we will talk about the reasons for both.
To celebrate the 20th episode of the Improv LA podcast, host Keith Saltojanes talks about something that is hardly ever stated (Using the art of improvisation for drama) and goes even further by talking about subjects you should never mention in social gatherings.
Keith Saltojanes is the founder and head instructor of ImprovLA, a weekly workshop for performers of all skill levels. If...
2011-04-2820 minImprovLAImprov-LA : Episode 20 : Dramatic ImprovHave you ever left an improv show and forgot what it was about the next day? Or how about remembering an improv show you saw years ago? Well we will talk about the reasons for both.
To celebrate the 20th episode of the Improv LA podcast, host Keith Saltojanes talks about something that is hardly ever stated (Using the art of improvisation for drama) and goes even further by talking about subjects you should never mention in social gatherings.
Keith Saltojanes is the founder and head instructor of ImprovLA, a weekly workshop for performers of all skill levels. If...
2011-04-2820 min
ImprovLAImprovLA - Episode 1 - What is Improv?Hosted by Keith Saltojanes.
In the first podcast of "ImprovLA" (formerly "Improvising on Improv"), Keith introduces himself and explains what improvisation is and what makes good improv performances.
Keith Saltojanes has been improvising since 2004, and has performed in over 200 shows around the country at such places as the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre, IO West, The Chicago Improv Festival, and World's Largest Hard Rock Live, and more. He was a founding member of the critically-acclaimed troupe, The Derelict Toys, and currently performs with the popular group, English Speaking Moose; another group he co-founded.
Keith has studied with the Improv Olympic...
2010-06-2819 minImprovLAImprovLA - Episode 1 - What is Improv?Hosted by Keith Saltojanes.
In the first podcast of "ImprovLA" (formerly "Improvising on Improv"), Keith introduces himself and explains what improvisation is and what makes good improv performances.
Keith Saltojanes has been improvising since 2004, and has performed in over 200 shows around the country at such places as the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre, IO West, The Chicago Improv Festival, and World's Largest Hard Rock Live, and more. He was a founding member of the critically-acclaimed troupe, The Derelict Toys, and currently performs with the popular group, English Speaking Moose; another group he co-founded.
Keith has studied with the Improv Olympic...
2010-06-2819 min