JESTIES

Ep. 87: CARPOD, ft. Archie The SquirrelOn the road home, Jesties recorded the POD while reminiscing their wild weekend.The Squirrel Alex didn't get his breakfast pastaWaltzing Matilda Squirrel - StandUpSend a squirrel to team@jestimprov.comA Boid!Retro Video StoresRenounce your membershipTarantino-ing itFaceless Wonder Boy...and more. Thank you for listening. LIke what you hear? Want to hear something more? Drop us a comment at team@jestimprov.com Let us know if you want a mention in our episode, we'll do our best to give you a shout-out.Visit us anytime at https://www.jestimprov.com to find out more about us in Ventura, CA - including when to drop-in for classes and shows!

Ep. 86: Fresh Birthday, ft. EMILY - Fellow JESTIES improv troupe member, Emily King, is back! This time, she's on her own and joins our goofball pod hosts, Alex, Tron, Big-D and Chris, for some fun and mayhem.Chris is goaded into "doing a voice" to start us off and to get Alex to groanEmily tries to tell us she's "freshly" 32. Then laments her "early" 30s. Especially that trip to Spain.Alex says he's "full of electrolytes"Pumped-up on electrolytesEmily's last name is KINGHer mother is walking the "Camino de Santiago," in SpainJESTIES are walking the Camino to MinneapolisEmily is using "big" wordsUsing big words at schoolButtered Waffles?And...much, much, more!   Thank you for listening. LIke what you hear? Want to hear something more? Drop us a comment at team@jestimprov.com Let us know if you want a mention in our episode, we'll do our best to give you a shout-out.Visit us anytime at https://www.jestimprov.com to find out more about us in Ventura, CA - including when to drop-in for classes and shows!

Ep. 85, Lil' Angst, ft. MICHELLE, a fellow JESTIES troupe member joins the regular goofballs, for the usual wacky and offensive, yet endearing banter. Michelle brought her share of weapons. We had FUN! - and some undercurrent punsWhat are those shorts Alex is wearing?Michelle has a "Black Flies" story -- and so does Big D. Michelle's got ZingersChris is mean to Alex, but only on the podcast - right?How Michelle found JEST Improv - and all the others, apparently.When Alex called Michelle to offer her a spot in the JESTIES troupeWhat Michelle does for work as a scientist, but she cannot tell us who she works forAlex, our crowned JOKE DADDY gets called out for his intolerance of cheap jokes and punsChris brings his "Jeff" impressionFurther impressions - including the "dude" impressionsNicknamesAnd so much more! Thank you for listening. LIke what you hear? Want to hear something more? Drop us a comment at team@jestimprov.com Let us know if you want a mention in our episode, we'll do our best to give you a shout-out.Visit us anytime at https://www.jestimprov.com to find out more about us in Ventura, CA - including when to drop-in for classes and shows!

Ep. 84: Improv Magic, ft. TORI & ROBERT - Tori and Robert are students of improvisation and magic, and today they are seated at the kids' table with our regular JESTIES goofballs, to discuss a life built on illusion and adaptation. They bring some wacky true tales of unforgettable magical experiences and tough crowds at their shows.First, they need us to explain what to expect on this podcast (hint: it involves Cleveland, and not the city).Next, we get to hear stories of their magical partnership and marriage.Of course, there's always input from the Jesties, who can relate to wacky audiencesChristopher Walken-here, has a sayWhat are those audience hecklers all about?Stand-up experiencesCleveland drops in for a bit, to make sure Alex isn't upset with him.Kids in a family really want to see a magic show, but their Paw won't let them.JEST IMPROV'S upcoming showsHear about Tori and Robert's podcast (The Jesties guested on it, once -- for the sake of cross pollination)THANK YOU FOR LISTENING - PLEASE Like and Subscribe. Thank you for listening. LIke what you hear? Want to hear something more? Drop us a comment at team@jestimprov.com Let us know if you want a mention in our episode, we'll do our best to give you a shout-out.Visit us anytime at https://www.jestimprov.com to find out more about us in Ventura, CA - including when to drop-in for classes and shows!

Ep. 83: The Aries Impression, ft. ARIES  Pt - 2   Aries is back, once again, to join the madcap fun with the Original Gang, the O.G. Jesties - who try to figure out just what Aries is up to. One never knows - but whatever it is, it must be fun, because WE HAVE FUN!What's the significance of Part-2? Let's hear the Rap. OK, attempts at Rap.Aries was indeed homeschooledThe British connectionShow me your legChris shaves  - then searches for the photo for this episodeMeet the Worms of England -- watch out for the worm-slapThe Aries Impressions -- We of Aries, and Aries of us.Chris finds the photo - maybe you already noticedTron remembers the OOH-YA guyHey, Everybody! Here's my new catchphrase...Aries impressions -- Characters: Peter Griffin discussion with ObamaMore impressions -- The Walken experts.Chris, on CharactersTron does THE CHILI GUYCharacter Clay - Alex RapsThe Sister - Rap BattleInside one of the Hardest BarsAnd, more!  Thank you for listening. LIke what you hear? Want to hear something more? Drop us a comment at team@jestimprov.com Let us know if you want a mention in our episode, we'll do our best to give you a shout-out.Visit us anytime at https://www.jestimprov.com to find out more about us in Ventura, CA - including when to drop-in for classes and shows!

Aries seems confused by Power and Control. JESTIES try to explain. But everybody has a different idea.Then, after the open, Aries takes his power and tries to control the convo. Starting with a guesstimate of all our ages, and a polite dance around the subject, we explore. That leads to...Car dealership run by gnomes. The salesperson ceremoniously follows their religion when selling.Aries tries to take things from various locations to use at home, and is surprised to learn people don't live where they work .-- then meets people who create their own schools so they can have more control.Aries is apparently the straight half of a 2-person comedy duo, with "Escalante." Are there layers of straightness? Apparently it has something to do with rapping burritos and eating onions.Ballsy Bob, that guy at the circus who can guess very personal details about the patrons.Fun Table talk tangents about random topics.And so much more... Thank you for listening. LIke what you hear? Want to hear something more? Drop us a comment at team@jestimprov.com Let us know if you want a mention in our episode, we'll do our best to give you a shout-out.Visit us anytime at https://www.jestimprov.com to find out more about us in Ventura, CA - including when to drop-in for classes and shows!

 JEFF is back to join the jolly frivolity with the goofball, JESTies!"LexTron" -- Tron considers a different version of his name, and the group imagines life with a retro-style cleaning robot. "For The Emperor!" -- An enthusiastic employee likes to shout-out in the office, and the boss needs to take care of it."Helpful Todd" --  Freshly re-branded, Helpful Todd, is now the star of his own Help Show, where HT likes to help solve problems of his fans."Proof" -- Jeff tells a tale from his youth, when he was wrongly accused of a crime. "Half-Eaten Condom" -- Alex shares the story of his first condom purchase.And so much more! Thank you for listening. LIke what you hear? Want to hear something more? Drop us a comment at team@jestimprov.com Let us know if you want us to mention you in our episode, we'll do our best to give you a shout-out.Visit us anytime at https://www.jestimprov.com to find out more about us in Ventura, CA - including when to drop-in for classes and shows!

Ep. 80: Tricycle Wizard ft. JEFF Pt-1 -- The Jesties are joined by fellow Jestie, troupe member, JEFF! who starts off tapewormed to a chair. The group shares a recent interaction with the Tricycle Wizard, and attempt to start some local lore. Everyone shares and we riff and spin till our bellies are full.Enjoy! Thank you for listening. LIke what you hear? Want to hear something more? Drop us a comment at team@jestimprov.com Let us know if you want us to mention you in our episode, we'll do our best to give you a shout-out.Visit us anytime at https://www.jestimprov.com to find out more about us in Ventura, CA - including when to drop-in for classes and shows!

Starting with a jump off of Maddy's last name and into bomb diffusion, we improvise and share the belly laughs and the tender moments of our past and present lives.The group discovers a cassette audio diary from Dawn's version of c.1978.  Trigger warning: "Creepy Gym Teacher." We learn much too much TMI from those '70s days.Then, from Maddy's New &/or Good, we learn she had gone to a local, Ventura ice-cream parlor. We give a possible alternative version of this.Maddy suggests the WICKED film will will a lot of awards at the Oscars. Cleveland makes an entrance. Arianna Grande shows up and they both visit with Alex who has to listen to their drivel - for laughs!Chris shares  a past experience - leading to a visit with a unique drink shop.We attend an ANONYMOUS session. Chris shares his New & Good - A newfound fondness for Cereal. Tron shares his past relationship with Taco Bell - Then we give our version of how it may have happened.Ever ordered through AI at the drive-thru? This is how it that experience may happen...We visit a possible future Taco Bell media executive meeting - A new slogan is created. Then , jump to the MadDog executive meeting, as they discuss cultural sensitivity.And more - as usual.Listen till the end for previews of upcoming shows and classes in Ventura, CA Thank you for listening. LIke what you hear? Want to hear something more? Drop us a comment at team@jestimprov.com Let us know if you want us to mention you in our episode, we'll do our best to give you a shout-out.Visit us anytime at https://www.jestimprov.com to find out more about us in Ventura, CA - including when to drop-in for classes and shows!

Tron, Alex, Big-D and Chris, welcome fellow Jestie, Maddy! The one of many Maddys, but the one and only Jestie named Maddy!  Thank you for listening. LIke what you hear? Want to hear something more? Drop us a comment at team@jestimprov.com Let us know if you want us to mention you in our episode, we'll do our best to give you a shout-out.Visit us anytime at https://www.jestimprov.com to find out more about us in Ventura, CA - including when to drop-in for classes and shows!

Episode 77: Comedy Nachos - In this episode, the four goofballs run wild without rails.Do we need to start off in Bit Court, again?Get the cheese out, Cleveland is back from his recent adventure.  He's not allowed back in France, but that's ok, he doesn't like their soft cheese.Tron sneaks up to Alex's house, then encounters the cats.Tron debuts his Rap tribute to Greta Thunberg. Does Chris Rap? Hmmm... "Ham Shank" (excerpt). Aries impressions. How gullible is Tron?Brainstorming a new film series idea: Gratitouille...In Space. And much much more...sigh.      Thank you for listening. LIke what you hear? Want to hear something more? Drop us a comment at team@jestimprov.com Let us know if you want us to mention you in our episode, we'll do our best to give you a shout-out.Visit us anytime at https://www.jestimprov.com to find out more about us in Ventura, CA - including when to drop-in for classes and shows!

Alex, Tron, Big-D and Chris are at it once again. Sometimes these 4-goofballs are in synch and sometimes the whole vibe needs a vacation. We never know who is going to show up and when we finally do, anything could happen and often does.   Thank you for listening. LIke what you hear? Want to hear something more? Drop us a comment at team@jestimprov.com Let us know if you want us to mention you in our episode, we'll do our best to give you a shout-out.Visit us anytime at https://www.jestimprov.com to find out more about us in Ventura, CA - including when to drop-in for classes and shows!

Episode 75! - Pancakes In A Bag! The Four Musketeers, Alex, Tron, Big-D and Chris, seem to express lingering effects from an eventful Fall season. Band names based on foodEpisode release on Friday 13th of December - Should Alex, notorious cat owner, be worried?People who run for local office - fringe candidatesDawn has no "New & Good" - a blank canvas - passing the "talking stick" to feel thingsDifferent, hip sounding gastro pubs and the quirky names - A restaurant that serves "Leftovers"Syrup and Butter need to be in separate bags - for a Prom DateMove over, make some room - on the Hindenburg - don't make jokes...and don't smokeAnd more...! Thank you for listening. LIke what you hear? Want to hear something more? Drop us a comment at team@jestimprov.com Let us know if you want us to mention you in our episode, we'll do our best to give you a shout-out.Visit us anytime at https://www.jestimprov.com to find out more about us in Ventura, CA - including when to drop-in for classes and shows!

 The Jesties' cuatro O.G. amigos, Tron, Alex, Big-D and Chris, start off with their usual tech issues to feed their comic bits, and things go off the rails - as usual.New and goodBig-D saw a funny bumper stickerChris explained his Taco Tuesday menu shiftImprov Scene at "In-N-Out" on the "Psych!" aspectBits with tits -- Alex's New And Good with, Apple IntelligenceImprov Scene at Apple about the new A.I. and sexy catsPhoto shoot with Sexy Cat LadiesDiscussion about what sorts of things does he use it for?Improv Scene between Chris and his Mom, texting about Thanksgiving dinnerMore about "Chris's Mom"More A.I. and Chris's impression of Harrison Ford.Intros to our showsReview of HERS and QTs recent show.Brief discussion of Ally McBeal show, and Abbot ElementaryBig D's New and good with Impossible Meat BurgerImprov Scene about substitutionsThe Joke GrenadeImprov Scene about "The Joke-elator"Our Buzzer seems "haunted."Improv Scene about a "Magic 8-Ball"Coming out of the closetAlex is Dawn in a closet until Chris's voice is possessed.Mining for Comedy Gold.Improv Scene  about how Tron's hacked Facebook account that got him banned from FacebookAnd so much more! Thank you for listening. LIke what you hear? Want to hear something more? Drop us a comment at team@jestimprov.com Let us know if you want us to mention you in our episode, we'll do our best to give you a shout-out.Visit us anytime at https://www.jestimprov.com to find out more about us in Ventura, CA - including when to drop-in for classes and shows!

There is tension in the air and it seeps through each of the Jesties' vibes. As Chris sips his boxed  beverage, Dawn drinks her energy drink, and Alex and Tron conspire to fix their own issues, these comical Improvisors explore all the angles:Friends talk - Living Room style, and generate premise ideas.Improvised Characters deal with premises in spontaneous scenes.Sound effects enhance the virtual aural paletteFind out what we have going on with IMPROVISATION, including Live Performances in Ventura, CA Thank you for listening. LIke what you hear? Want to hear something more? Drop us a comment at team@jestimprov.com Let us know if you want us to mention you in our episode, we'll do our best to give you a shout-out.Visit us anytime at https://www.jestimprov.com to find out more about us in Ventura, CA - including when to drop-in for classes and shows!

 Friends get together and try to explain LIFE to each other.Inspector Gadget discussion becomes an opportunity for creating the perfect man for Big-D. But who gets to decide what's perfect for Big-D?Family Guy still funny? Family Guy vs. South ParkSasquatch comes in with other mythological characters to play the Dating Game with Big-DCritique of Alex's Centaur from TransylvaniaChippendales -- Brenda and Louise wanna know...Straight, or Gay?A visit to the Sexual CongressCleveland visits Alex and "Carly" late at night.Tron makes confessionsAl Shooty's, "Tell The Truthy" gameshow -- Fruity Frank ShootyWhat else rhymes with Shooty?...and so, so much more! Thank you for listening. LIke what you hear? Want to hear something more? Drop us a comment at team@jestimprov.com Let us know if you want us to mention you in our episode, we'll do our best to give you a shout-out.Visit us anytime at https://www.jestimprov.com to find out more about us in Ventura, CA - including when to drop-in for classes and shows!

Alex, Tron, Dawn and Chris shoot the breeze with friendly banter and musings that eventually wind up in an impromptu improvised comedy sketch - with soundscape.The writer's room, where the Writers pitch a new idea for a  show.Alex talks about getting hit-on in the gym with political overtures.The zombies come around to vote. Alex finds out about the Chippendales. What's a Peckerwood? - leads to photographing garbage for profit....and much much more! Thank you for listening. LIke what you hear? Want to hear something more? Drop us a comment at team@jestimprov.com Let us know if you want us to mention you in our episode, we'll do our best to give you a shout-out.Visit us anytime at https://www.jestimprov.com to find out more about us in Ventura, CA - including when to drop-in for classes and shows!

Soundboarding - Jesties ponder important questions and poke each other with more important musings. They even do some Improv.Game showCat washingPickleballers protestNew and Goods...and more Thank you for listening. LIke what you hear? Want to hear something more? Drop us a comment at team@jestimprov.com Let us know if you want us to mention you in our episode, we'll do our best to give you a shout-out.Visit us anytime at https://www.jestimprov.com to find out more about us in Ventura, CA - including when to drop-in for classes and shows!

Episode 69 is finally here and it almost went unnoticed because, well, who knows? But the Jesties did finally notice and discuss in detail the yays and nays, or mehs of it all. Clinic visit for attention and focusingDonation visitIn search of a soundboardJesse Ventura-type guy visits and weighs-in on the debate Frog guy and the Mer-people - without a pizzaChris finds a new toyBell critique - leads to the Attention Deficit express trainPrank calls - who has made them?Dawn tells a joke to get a spit-takeSoundboard  variety - including Arnold SchwarzeneggerTattoos, anyone?Bushwackers spelunking in the wildernessStar Wars theories, explored. Let's talk to Mr Lucas about it, and FIX IT Visit to the movie set for, Big Titty EmperorJar-jar porn-parody does exist, proving rule-34JEST HERS show, every third Saturday at the Bunker Theater!Tuesday night drop-in 7-9Next Friday night, at the final Friday JAM - you'll see JESTIES and special guestsShort-Form Shenanigans with the Bunkeristas, every first FridayMain Stage troupe, the JESTIES, perform every second Saturday   Thank you for listening. LIke what you hear? Want to hear something more? Drop us a comment at team@jestimprov.com Let us know if you want us to mention you in our episode, we'll do our best to give you a shout-out.Visit us anytime at https://www.jestimprov.com to find out more about us in Ventura, CA - including when to drop-in for classes and shows!

Alex, Big-D and Chris are joined once again by fellow JESTIES, Emily and Ryan. The primary topic is, Hobbies. Let's talk collectibles! Action figurines, baseball cards, even Broadway Show cards! Just ask angry Santa. How about a new Broadway show?  Or, a high school assembly?Aggressive sales people and the products they sell. Emily is one of those people, and she attempts to make a sale to Alex  while he's busy with a full house of adventurous people.Let's run a music festival! Viper Teets will help. He'll even write an original song - so good, it gets stolen. Dirty Gertie gets a phone call. Is this her last "Good-bye?" She meets Emily and Ryan.Chris tells us about his BANANA CONVENTION, album release party -- Learn more about it by signing up on the Jest Improv mailing list, at jestimprov.com     Thank you for listening. LIke what you hear? Want to hear something more? Drop us a comment at team@jestimprov.com Let us know if you want us to mention you in our episode, we'll do our best to give you a shout-out.Visit us anytime at https://www.jestimprov.com to find out more about us in Ventura, CA - including when to drop-in for classes and shows!

Alex, Big-D and Chris, welcome fellow Jesties, Emily and Ryan to the pod for some uproarious mayhem and nutty banter.Hey, Emily  spent some growing years in Alaska, where there are many bears. Ryan was once in a Disney animated episode about a bear. We just had to get these two in the same room.Here's the link to Check out Chris's band, https://www.thebananaconvention.com  Thank you for listening. LIke what you hear? Want to hear something more? Drop us a comment at team@jestimprov.com Let us know if you want us to mention you in our episode, we'll do our best to give you a shout-out.Visit us anytime at https://www.jestimprov.com to find out more about us in Ventura, CA - including when to drop-in for classes and shows!

Carol comes in hot with a squawk-back from one of her chickens (that we met in the previous episode) From there, we pecan-log-roll with the nonsense for another fun-filled, swimmin' hole of an episode.  Thank you for listening. LIke what you hear? Want to hear something more? Drop us a comment at team@jestimprov.com Let us know if you want us to mention you in our episode, we'll do our best to give you a shout-out.Visit us anytime at https://www.jestimprov.com to find out more about us in Ventura, CA - including when to drop-in for classes and shows!

Jesties welcome fellow Jestie, Carol - who joins the four goofballs for friendly banter and improvised sketch comedy - on the fly without a net, spiked with supportive and enhancing soundscapes.Where is Chris?  (Don't believe the rumor)Carol prefers the moniker, "Little C, " for the pod. She also likes Medium-D, regionally measured.Improv and discussion: Games at the County FairLet's get to know Carol - Carol has some interesting hobbies. Improv and discussion: Chickens , Doves and Pigeons. Improv and discussion: Bees go to the Bee StylistChris finally shows up - after finding his way to the correct recording location.Improv and discussion: T-Dog proclaims to be the funniest person on the planet.Improv and discussion: Eavesdropping on Cleveland and Carlie at Alex's house.Alex learns the word, "Untoward."What is Carol's other hobby? Improv and discussion: Cheesey friendsImprov and discussion: Carol's grandbaby is teethingChris tells us where he went, when he went out of town.Carol likes stars...and sh!tTron busts on pod.Secret Promo Word/Phrase - Say it to the Concession person and get a free snack or drink for our show!  Thank you for listening. LIke what you hear? Want to hear something more? Drop us a comment at team@jestimprov.com Let us know if you want us to mention you in our episode, we'll do our best to give you a shout-out.Visit us anytime at https://www.jestimprov.com to find out more about us in Ventura, CA - including when to drop-in for classes and shows!

Episode 64 - SmegMomOpen - Jesties crow about their new theater projector - imagining they could project...WHAT???Introductions, Tron, Alex, Big-D & Chris - and No Aries...he's too busy grouting.Reflections on showering - and Aquarium Glue...(bit)"Sarging?" - the explanation, from ChrisTron does a voice - that needs minerals..."You, Boy!"...(bit)Rocks vs Minerals...Tron watched Breaking Bad, "Cliff Notes" style.Mock interview with "Vince Gilligan" on Talking Bad (bit)Alex reveals his big secret - a MILESTONE event...Now what? Uh, oh...lollypops?Reflections on childhood dentistsReflection on Dave and Busters leads to ... Las Vegas and we all get married and divorced...Elvis?Tron shares some sensitive images...alternative versionsWhat's the significance of egg whites?And much more...Oy.   Thank you for listening. LIke what you hear? Want to hear something more? Drop us a comment at team@jestimprov.com Let us know if you want us to mention you in our episode, we'll do our best to give you a shout-out.Visit us anytime at https://www.jestimprov.com to find out more about us in Ventura, CA - including when to drop-in for classes and shows!

We're back to the mics and dragging along a special guest improvisor, Aries. Aries started at JEST as a student, and now he has joined Tron and Chris in their JEST-affiliated troupe, The Bunkeristas.Join us for a laugh, or to be disgusted, or to yell at your podcast feed. We love it all.If you can't get enough of us, please head on over to our website, jestimprov.com to find out about all our goings-on. It's a lot.Classes and Shows every weekend, at JEST Improv, in The Bunker Theater: 2750 East Main Street, Lower Level, Suite B-2, Ventura, CA 93003First Fridays -- Shortform Shenanigans with, The BunkeristasSecond Saturdays -- Jesties and BestiesThird Saturdays -- HERS Hysteria ShowFinal Fridays -- JEST JAM Thank you for listening. Visit us anytime at https://www.jestimprov.com to find out more about us in Ventura, CA - including when to drop-in for classes and shows!

Episode 62: It's Just The Thrill! - JESTIES continue their taste testing adventures with added twists.Starting off with Chris and Dawn eating a bar of Hot Chocolate - Uh, that's a milk chocolate candy bar infused with Ghost Pepper. How do they do it?  WHY do they do it? IT'S JUST THE THRILLThen, at the CRACK OF DAWN...(cha-ching) we learn the cost of taking Big-D's name in vain.Later, STOOLS TAKE OVER THE WORLD. ..with dangerous fun.Chris and Big-D shoot the bull, trying to justify their intense pursuit of the spicy thrill of their treats.Pop Rocks...the experience.Aquaman gets a mention, then off to Snap, Crackle and POP Rocks - and back to Aquaman....or Pop Rocks...Yes, Aquaman - oh, never mind. Let's hear it for chicken 'n waffles!Pop Rocks...and so much moreLike...potted meat? Or Hot Doigs?  Hey, "Gene Simmons" again? Whuhh?Oh, look...DRUM CIRCLE...and Pop RocksLots more stuff...Then, Tron vs. Duct TapeAlex shares his close shave...and the Bear Patch.Oh, gaawd...the Duct Tape removal....and  more....IT'S JUST THE THRILL Thank you for listening. Visit us anytime at https://www.jestimprov.com to find out more about us in Ventura, CA - including when to drop-in for classes and shows!

Jesties are on a goofballs-only retreat, in Santa Barbara.As if they'd been locked up in a cage for the past year, these friendly goofballs explore a few of the touristy parts of the land to the north, "...known only as, Santa Barbara."Tasting the chocolates -  Chicken & Waffles-flavored; Ghostpepper infused101 Mom JokesComedy albums - vinyl not cd, lead to coffee fueled  retro musingsInternet Down Unduh to Sunning Down Unduh ...AND a whole lot more.Hey! We have some kind of LIVE IMPROV show every weekend, in the quirky little beach town of Ventura, CABYYYE!  Thank you for listening. Visit us anytime at https://www.jestimprov.com to find out more about us in Ventura, CA - including when to drop-in for classes and shows!

Episode 60: I Think Man...and Robots. These goofballs like to follow a train of thought right into and through a tunnel of comedy.Starting with a re-visit of the Dune 2 popcorn bucket, in action, during the film.Then, back to the theater's the D-box section with a bevy of vibrators.Barff, the gnome, explains elimination among gnomes.Robots...deliver, and check I.D.s through fingerprint technology.Tesla toys with robot technology. About our voices...and characters -- The group goes to lunch and encounters The Singing Waitress.Kink exploration, leads to a unique Resume.Further, fantasy exploration, winds up in an intimate cemetery encounter. !!!  Come join us at The Bunker Theater, 2750 East Main St. Ventura, CA 93003 - Every weekend for performances - check our website for complete schedule.Come to a Drop-in class, Saturdays, 2-4PM, or Tuesdays, 7-9PM - check our website for details.  Thank you for listening. Visit us anytime at https://www.jestimprov.com to find out more about us in Ventura, CA - including when to drop-in for classes and shows!

Episode 59: Teeth Are Not Tools - finds the JESTIES in a heated discussion about what separates humans from animals. From there, the wacky world of improv takes us on a journey only these 4 goofballs could choose to take. Oh, and Dr. Alex Phil tries to give Mr. Christopher Gene Simmons some relationship advice.First Attempt at Dr. Phil. FAIL! Alex pulls the plug. Check back later.Big D presides over - The People's Court: Alex vs. Alex; Sattler tries to plead his case for pulling Dr Phil bit. Tron tries to explain how the bit could have worked. Chris explains that, perhaps it was a sub-game.New and Good: Starting with Chris, who tells us about his band, The Banana Convention's new recordings. New releases, coming soon.Then, in the studio, the JESTIES band tries to create new music. Something about a monkey, and a relatable-ranting-traffic-rager, and relegating Alex to playing the triangle.Dawn's New and Good: After failing to bring back Dr Phil, she admits that the 101 Students' Showcase was awesome, in spite of having to drop a game at the end of the show - but kept the PARK BENCH game.Alex and "Schmeeve" negotiate  the PARK BENCH game.INSIDE BASEBALL: Young Tron has been playing baseball inside his house, and his mother is not happy. Young Tron tries to fix up his playing field with cushioning and chintz fabric. Dawn has to explain chintz fabric, supposedly found in many Conservative households. Apparently there is a lot of Conservative love for fu*king flowers.Alex's New and Good: After Carly has returned from an extended vacation, he is taking her to see the new Dune movie. He'll be getting the infamous Dune-2 popcorn bucket.Elon calls his top engineering scientists together to create a new device for Tesla drivers. After presenting their invention, Elon ejects each of his scientists, one-by-one.Tron admits his first suit was a Trump special - when he was 11-years old, because of The Apprentice.You're Fired! - A scene from an episode of Alex Trump's, Apprentice. Gene Simmons guest stars - Not the "dancing Simmons" guy.The gang compares their longest, partner-free, dry-spells. They attempt, using Price Is Right-rules, to guess Alex's.Finally, Dr Phil welcomes Mr. Gene Simmons to his talk/therapy show, to discuss intimacy and relationships. SPECIAL: JEST HERS have their own show, Saturday night, March 23rd, 2024, 7-9 PM, at The Bunker Theater, 2750 East Main Street, Ventura, CA 93003Regular show schedule at The Bunker Theater: First Fridays of the month: BUNKERISTAS' short-form improv, 7-9 PMSecond Saturdays of the month: JESTIES and besties, 7-9 PM; JEST Improv's main, longform improv troupe perform, with special opening guest, (usually) The HERS troupe - JEST's all-women longform improv troupe.Third Fridays of the month: The POOL SHOW , 7-9 PM; JEST's in-house show for any JEST students, past or present, who want to perform. Short-form (first half), followed by Long-form (second-half).Final Fridays of the month: JESTIES' JAM; Invite only private show - sign up on our website, jestimprov.com, to receive an invitation.Please share this show with similar-minded people, and rate us 5-stars to spread the word. Thank you - Byyyeee!   Thank you for listening. Visit us anytime at https://www.jestimprov.com to find out more about us in Ventura, CA - including when to drop-in for classes and shows!

- The JESTIES start off describing something they're eating. What is it? Choose to know. Then meet our guest, and listen to further adventures of these four meandering goofballs. -- Triggered by New & Good:Tron, talks about his connection to Only Fans.Chris and Alex share their New & Good.Sometimes...We feel like writing homage songs, based on popular slogansPlay by play, and color commentary of our podcast so far...with scoring - sponsored by, Sheets of Nori.Find out who was voted, Most Horny Person, by his fellow law students.Dawn shares her New & Good, leading to exploration of a weird, conservative version of America - with Timothy, 18, and a bizarre celebrity based wig collection.Dark Tron?Low lights inspire us to do a group spoon - the measuring kind. What would the order be?A High School Science Teacher who measured a lifetime of progress,  one cup at a time. Even at home.Carly is away...will Alex likely, play? Doesn't matter...Carly can see all - including his visitors. Yoda?Skipping right over Bill Cosby...The pepperoni nips are finally freed - and renamed - in front of the webcam. Italian bagel?We promote our JEST IMPROV offerings - Shows, every weekend, and Classes at various levels  Thank you for listening. Visit us anytime at https://www.jestimprov.com to find out more about us in Ventura, CA - including when to drop-in for classes and shows!

Ep.-57 Right off the bat, Alex tries to tell Tron about a JayZ album that Tron never heard of. Next, from Tron's new and/or good, we enter the marshmallow pool with questionable ownership. From there, we are transported to a nearby Burger King where the employees are having a serious discussion about Tip money with their owner. Next, we visit with today's guest, Stuart from Cincinnati, and wind up calling his ex-wife for a chat.  Dawn gets a shot on Shark Tank, and Chris found some long-lost T-shirts.Then, there is some discussion with  a couple knees and a pepperoni nipple, followed by Tron's discussion with "Ralph-from-Ralph's," about something from Tron's childhood that traumatizes him to this day.   Thank you for listening. Visit us anytime at https://www.jestimprov.com to find out more about us in Ventura, CA - including when to drop-in for classes and shows!

First up - The gang interviews our first guest, "Mr Steve  Fluetenberg, a Bass Pro  Shop manager," starring, Alex, who finds out why Chris had to repeat the 6th Grade.Then - Dawn and Tron, battle it out in the theater of their minds.Next up - "I've Got A Theory," Dawn's new segment about how things seem to work, or should work, if only...Followed by - "The Gauntlet of Light," Tron's new game show on the streets of Ventura, CA.Later- The Jesties seem to all switch bodies and portray each other as teenagers, theorizing about dating. "Lube those squeaky parts."At some point - Tron brings up The Economist, and that spurs a scenario about optimal age-gaps in couples. "He's the same age as my Grandpa."Then - The Jesties play each other once again, on a busy street corner. "Hey, come here, I'm rollin' a big one."So - Chris starts a school of humor, where un-funny people can un-learn their bad comedy habits and learn new joke skills.New and Good - The group shares random facts about themselves which turn into improvised scenarios of absurdity.Locker Room Talk - Alex and Tron both relate weird locker room behavior they've witnessed.Finally - Enjoy the pilot episode of, "Alex Sattler, Shower Police," where Alex tries to figure out what's going on in those stalls. Thank you for listening. Visit us anytime at https://www.jestimprov.com to find out more about us in Ventura, CA - including when to drop-in for classes and shows!

Ep.55 - Some of the Skits included:Tron and Big D's friendshipSubscription-tiered lifeCostco SheepChris wins a GrammyGhost Dawn visits JESTKARENs discuss Bohanski musicTSA role play gone sidewaysNewlyweds order a pizzaPizza delivery guy shows up  Thank you for listening. Visit us anytime at https://www.jestimprov.com to find out more about us in Ventura, CA - including when to drop-in for classes and shows!

This episode starts with a banana and continues from there on a track that nobody could predict. But in the end, WE HAVE FUN! Laugh with us, get pissy with us, or just turn us on as background noise, we'll take it!  Thank you for listening. Visit us anytime at https://www.jestimprov.com to find out more about us in Ventura, CA - including when to drop-in for classes and shows!

The JESTIES - Alex, Tron, Dawn and Chris - Try to stay in a festive mood but are sidetracked with nonsense. You know, the usual. There are some songs, some skits, some riffs, and tons of random trains of thought that head right off the rails.  For more information about shows, classes and drop-ins, check out our website: http://jestimprov.com Thank you for listening. Visit us anytime at https://www.jestimprov.com to find out more about us in Ventura, CA - including when to drop-in for classes and shows!

JESTIE regulars, Alex, Tron, Dawn and Chris in Episode-52, The ol' In & Out.Starting at, do it yourself, "McRib," and venturing forth into the lands of The Soothsayer, aka - Voice of The Wood. Eventually it's all too much and Dawn's brain brakes. Tron shares his recipe for GRAVY POPSICLE. RALPH Talk is interrupted. We visit the HUNGER BAINES, and THE LIBRARIAN OF EVERYTHING NERDY attempts to relay the acronym for THE GREAT LAKES.RALPH returns with more helpful tips, including where to find cats if you need more. Alex tries to take that advice but winds up taking a different approach and finds romantic success instead.  But wait, there's always more!Thank you for listening. Visit us anytime at jestimprov.com, to find out more about us in Ventura, CA - including when to drop-in for classes and shows!  Thank you for listening. Visit us anytime at https://www.jestimprov.com to find out more about us in Ventura, CA - including when to drop-in for classes and shows!

The Jesties are back after a brief, hiatus - and that's good, because we all need to laugh more. Listen, as they attempt to practice, or master, the usual style silly bits. First, Eliza, a friend of Gertie's, meets and finds out about Fletch's odd family situation.Why are there so many professions where the experts "practice" in their field, and are not said to "master?"  This may sound like the premise for a  Stand-Up bit, but let's just think about this...The Practicing Fry Cook, who has mastered Eggs Benedict.The Bell Secretary to The KingTexas Wedding Cops incidentWhispering Faucet Drumsticks SalesmanRalph From Ralph'sFor more info on shows and classes, visit us at jestimprov.com

In this episode, some very ambitious Grannies verbally battle in a prescription turf war; Alex and Tron attempt to talk their way into a Gen-Z club; Chris talks about running naked through a corn field; Alex reminisces about sweating it out in a steamy lodge; Chris relates as Stephen Segal turns down an opportunity to lay a track on a new album; More!Sign up for exclusive shows and classes on our website, www.jestimprov.com Come see our shows!   Every Second Saturday and invitation-only shows -- at The Bunker Theater, 2750 E. Main Street, Ventura, CA 93003

Episode 49: Now THIS Is Pod Racing! Bradley's friends try to pull him out of his deep obsession with Star Wars lore; Alex's dad tries to coax him into partnering with Mephistopheles; Chris's parents might've had an interesting California tour bus ride, had they jumped on this one; Dawn's search for a new apartment leads her to Jeremy's kitchen; Tron talks to Indiana Jones via Chris; Everyone realizes they completely overlooked Friday the !3th; And MORE!For more information about JEST Improv, classes and shows, visit us at jestimprov.com  

Tron talks to the Ozzie owner of a domain site that the Team wants to own named, "Only Friends Dot Com." With no luck, our adventurous friends pursue alternative sites and wind up at a very suspect online dating site.  Next, Tron tries desperately to keep up with Dawn and her friends on a hiking trail. The group flashes back to the good ol' Boone's Farm Wine days. Alex tries to tell us what makes a great TV show, then the group throws his ideas into their wacky spinner and creates  mayhem, and much, much more.Thanks for listening. Please follow us on social media and sign up on our website, jestimprov.com for classes and showtime information. Also, please sign up if you'd like to receive information about our super secret shows.

Episode 47, Chris Is Now Very Regular - Alex, Tron and Dawn officially welcome Chris to the JESTIES pod on a regular basis. Tron's clone visits the group; Tron wonders what his life would have been like if he had become a youth pastor; Workers at the Chick Filet take a church break; The group calls a new, 1-1-1-Dial a Celebrity, phone line; Tron wears huge Hulk Hands for the first time on a date; So much more!JESTIES podcast is a production of JEST Entertainment, LLC. Please visit us at jestimprov.com, the JEST Improv website for more information on all our comedy improv programs and shows in Ventura, CA.

The JESTIES welcome back Chris, who comes in HOT right from the top. Alex guests on the HOWARD STERN SHOW and winds-up dating one of Howard's listeners, which earns Alex a new nickname. Chris shares some good news and starts a call-in podcast about it, and has a couple head-scratching conversations with his listeners. Office Water Cooler conversations about 10-minute movies and Jeremy's photocopying of his private parts. The boys get schooled in words-you-cannot-say, and much much more.

Big-D returns from a short detour to join the recently minted, "Beer Brewski Boys," AKA-Alex, Tron & Chris, to imbibe and improv into the usual imbalance of chaotic comedy.

Chris, Alex and Tron stop by to bring an episode of the jesties with just the fellas

Tron is still in a funk, but at least he's off the floor.

The OG Jesties let it go on another classic episode.

Those litigious Jesties are at it again

The Jesties take a trip down south to the magical land of Florida.

The OG Jesties collab on another classic episode.