Podcasts about annoyance theater

In this unforgettable episode of Improv and Magic, I welcome the multi-talented Liz Marcucci.Liz is a seasoned comedian, improviser, and real estate agent based in St. Petersburg, Florida. With a rich background in improv, Liz has trained at prestigious institutions like Second City Conservatory, iO Chicago and The Annoyance Theater. She is the founder of the St. Pete Improv Network, and creator of "Who Dis?" show and podcast, which highlights voices from the disability, chronic illness, and mental health communities.In today's episode, Liz Marcucci shares her journey and how she uses her unique experience to connect with audiences and create meaningful art. This episode is sure to leave you inspired.To learn more about Liz Marcucci, visit her website at lizmarcucci.com.And don't forget to rate and review the podcast, and feel free to leave a comment!

Actor and writer Andy Richter is best-known for his long-running role as Conan O'Brien's announcer and sidekick throughout multiple late-night shows. He rose to fame alongside Conan in 1993 on Late Night with Conan O'Brien and reprised this role on The Tonight Show with Conan O'Brien, which premiered in 2009. In 2010, the duo moved to TBS, where Conan ran for 11 years with Richter once again acting as announcer, writer, general sidekick and participant in comedy sketches. Richter has guest-starred in popular shows such as Arrested Development and Hulu's Love, Victor. His feature film work includes Scary Movie 2, Elf, Talladega Nights, Blades of Glory, Semi-Pro, and Marcel the Shell With Shoes On. Andy's also had a prolific voiceover career across numerous projects Mort in DreamWorks Studios' Madagascar films, as well as in the Nickelodeon series Penguins of Madagascar. Since 2019, Richter has hosted the popular podcast The Three Questions with Andy Richter, has appeared in the film 80 for Brady and recently finished production on the upcoming film First Time Female Director. Richter is a graduate of Chicago's Improv Olympic and Annoyance Theater, and a frequent performer at the Upright Citizens Brigade theater in Los Angeles. Join us for this fun, insightful, in-depth chat about Andy's life and career. Got somethin' to say?! Email us at BackroomAndy@gmail.com Leave us a message: 845-307-7446 Twitter: @AndyOstroy Produced by Andy Ostroy, Matty Rosenberg, and Jennifer Hammoud @ Radio Free Rhiniecliff Design by Cricket Lengyel

This week, I am joined by internationally acclaimed magician David Parr and Joey Cranford, CEO, Founder, and co - owner of Chicago Magic Lounge. David Parr is an internationally acclaimed magician known for fooling Penn & Teller on Fool Us and creating Chicago's longest-running weekly magic show. His theatrical style and expertise have earned him widespread recognition. David's show, Cabinet of Curiosities, had a successful run at the Chicago Magic Lounge before touring the US. He is also a respected writer, with his thought-provoking works on magic featured in publications across Germany, France, Australia, Denmark, the Netherlands, and Sweden, highlighting his significant impact on the magic community. Joey Cranford is an actor, director, and marketing executive, best known as the founder and CEO of the Chicago Magic Lounge. Trained at The Second City, he performed with I.O. and the Annoyance Theater before transitioning to film and TV, including roles in “Man of Steel” and “Better Call Saul.” His passion for Chicago history and close-up magic inspired the creation of the Chicago Magic Lounge, a top venue celebrating the city's historic magic bar scene. The episode is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Podbean, anywhere you get your podcasts!

David Pasquesi is a legendary improvisor, and accomplished actor. A Chicago native, he studied with Del Close, and performed at Improv Olympic and Second City, as well as the Annoyance Theater. He has acted in films like Groundhog Day, and TV shows like Strangers with Candy and Veep. He and fellow Second City alum T.J. Jagodowski currently perform together as TJ and Dave, which is widely considered one of the premiere long-form improv shows on the planet.David and Will talk about the creation of the Harold with mentor Del Close, the TJ and Dave book Improvisation at the Speed of Life, and the Alex Karpovski documentary Trust Us, This Is All Made Up. They also discuss the rules of improvisation, and the staying power of the Harold.Recorded at Jett Road Studios------------------LIFE IN COMEDYInstagramJETT ROAD STUDIOSWebsiteInstagramYouTube

Erin “Big” Diehl is a Business Improv Edutainer, Failfluencer, Author and Keynote Speaker. Through a series of unrelated dares, Erin created improve it!: a unique professional development company that uses improvisational comedy and experiential learning to sharpen leaders and teams so they can thrive in ever-changing environments, and do it with a whole lot of laughs along the way. Erin Diehl is a graduate from Clemson University, a former experiential marketing and recruiting professional, and a veteran improviser from the top improvisational training programs in Chicago, including The Second City, i.O. Theater, and The Annoyance Theater. Having spoken on global stages with companies, including Amazon, LinkedIn, McKesson, and the Obama Foundation, Erin has an energy and message to share with the world that creates lasting ripple effects for change. As a graduate of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Business Program and member of The Chicago Innovation Awards Women's Cohort, Erin is a living testament to the power of life-long learning, and how working to understand ourselves helps others to do so, too. Erin is the proud host of a Top 1% Global Podcast, The improve it! Podcast, which you can find anywhere you listen to pods! She is also a first time author to the Amazon Best Seller & Top New Release book: I See You! A Leader's Guide to Energizing Your Team Through Radical Empathy. Among her many accolades, Erin is most proud of successfully coercing over 35,000 professionals to chicken dance.  When she's not playing pretend or facilitating, she enjoys walking on the beach with her husband, son, and eight-pound toy poodle, BIGG DIEHL.   What You'll Learn in This Episode: The power of empathy in leadership and relationship building The concept of energy in leadership as the capacity to affect others positively How combining self-love and selfless leadership can impact culture Erin's 3P's that led to her becoming the author of Amazon's Best Seller, “I See You” The impact of power skills like vulnerability and compassion in leadership The value of exercises and activities in personal and professional development How to learn from the experiences of good and bad leaders to improve your own leadership skills Aditional Resources: Website: www.learntoimproveit.com  & www.itserindiehl.com  Podcast: https://www.learntoimproveit.com/podcast  LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/erindiehl  Instagram: @itserindiehl  Book: https://www.itserindiehl.com/i-see-you  Listen to Previous Episode

We're joined by fellow Whirled News Tonight Alum Eddie Pina this week! Tune in to hear how blazing, sprinkler, split, and cryptic lead us to debating peppers, wrestling, Eddie being called a boomer by his daughters, cryptids and more.You can see Eddie live in Chicago with Deep Schwa Sunday nights at The Annoyance Theater and with The Reckoning at The Bug House Theater July 13th and the iO Theater on July 30th. New episodes every Tuesday.Editing by: Julia WD HarrisonTheme by: Arne Parrott Logo by: Casey BordenYou can email the show at twapod@gmail.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ali and Ever are joined by long time friend Jake Noll! Jake Noll is an actor and comedian with years of stand up and improv experience. Currently, they can be seen as a contributor on The Gag (Comedy Central/LOGO) on Instagram. They have appeared in numerous original series and shorts, including as the lead in Just Call Me Ripley (series OTV). As stand up they have opened for Matt Braunger, Beth Stelling, Justin Willman, Joel Kim Booster, and Cameron Esposito. In 2019 they were named Best Stand Up by The Chicago Reader. They have performed all over the city and the country including Laugh Factory (Chicago), Break Out Fest (Second City), NBC Stands Up semi finals, SF Sketchfest (San Francisco), and Limestone Comedy Festival (Bloomington, IN). As an improvisor/sketch comedian, they were an understudy for Second City's E.T.C. stage and a performer in numerous shows at The Annoyance Theater. They trained at The Acting Studio, Black Box Acting, The Second City, iO, The Annoyance, and The PIT. They hold a BA in Theater from Columbia College Chicago. Here's a special, (limited time) deal for our listeners. Right now get up to 60% off your Babbel subscription - but only for our listeners - at Babbel dot com slash YALLGAY. Get up to 60% off at Babbel dot com slash YALLGAY. Spelled B-A-B-B-E-L dot com slash YALLGAY. Rules and restrictions may apply. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Muffed Movies Live Alert! On April 7th, 2024, we're Improvising MEAN GIRLS! 4:30 PM at the Annoycance Theater, Chicago, IL Get your tickets here  Muffed Movies Live comes to the Annoyance Theater this April to parody Mean Girls! Special guest improvisers are Chicago comedy legends, Jono Mammel and Abby Seeber! Visit the Muffed Movies YouTube Channel    This is part 3 of a 3-part episode. Cohost: Andy North Host: Mark Soloff Instagram: @Mark_tries Tiktok: @muffedmoviespodcast YouTube: @muffedmovies Facebook: Mark Tries Twitch: muffedmovies Support the show: Patreon- Support Muffed Movies on Patreon to gain access to bonus content including longer, weirder episodes of the main show, and bonus audio content in the secret feed - Muffed Movies Plus! Ko-Fi Threadless store

I'm at the Annoyance Theater in Chicago taking a week-long intensive Improv class. In the middle of a scene with my scene partner, I have this brilliant idea. So I start forcing the scene in the direction I have in mind. My partner follows along…and the whole scene ends up being pretty flat and predictable. After we're done, the instructor says, “Kymberlee, I have a note for you. Allow yourself to be surprised on stage rather than in control.” What if we apply the same principle to our presentations? How would that change us and the audience? In this episode of the Storytelling School Podcast, you'll learn why it's important to allow yourself to be surprised on stage as a speaker or storyteller and how that leads to more dynamic, memorable presentations, Talks, and stories.. I'll share examples of embracing unexpected moments and answers questions like: Why are spontaneity and authenticity crucial for effective speaking and storytelling? What impact can unexpected moments have on the audience? And what techniques can you use to create an authentic connection with your audience? What you will learn in this episode: How the element of surprise affects your audience psychologically How you can embrace the unexpected as a speaker or storyteller on stage How an open, flexible approach can transform your audience's experience A little about me: Hi there. I'm Kymberlee. As a Speaking Strategist and founder of Storytelling School, I've had the pleasure of working with over 500 speakers, business leaders, and entrepreneurs worldwide for over a decade. No matter if those folks were getting ready to take the TED or TEDx stage or preparing for a high-stakes presentation with everything on the line, my specialty is High Stakes Short Form Communication. I've seen what works when influencing change and what doesn't. It turns out storytelling is one of the most powerful tools you can have in your arsenal. That's why I'm building a movement of master storytellers to affect change in the world on a global scale to help people tell real stories that have influence and impact. With effective storytelling, you change people's lives. Since competition for potential client attention is fierce, a story can make the difference between being memorable or irrelevant. You'll find me sharing my matcha tea mishap to discuss perfectionism, my quest for Bruce Lee and Hello Kitty art to explore kindness, or the six months of live blade training I underwent to illustrate presence. I spend my days showing the power of using stories to help cement ideas and bring lessons to life and teach my clients to do the same. If you think business owners can't tell stories or don't have stories to share with their clients, staff, donors, followers, or investors, I invite you to reconsider your perspective. There's no better place than in business to tell your stories so audiences, no matter how big or small, can understand how you think and what you value. Now it's your turn... If you're ready to become a master storyteller and effect change in our world, you've come to the right place. Links and Resources: Storytelling School Website @storytellingschool on Instagram @storytellingSchool on Facebook

She's no Southern belle ... She's just very, very talented. "She" is Allison Summers – and she's the next guest on this episode of A Tight 45 with Tabari McCoy!An actress and filmmaker who can be seen in both commercials and performing in sketches and with improv groups, Allison Summers is also an accomplished stand-up comedian. Earning her  BFA from University of Maryland, she studied at The Second City in Chicago, the Upright Citizens Brigade and The Annoyance Theater.  A person who values her sobriety, she has also taught improv and stand-up to people in recovery and women in prison. She's even got several entries on her IMDb page!On this episode of A Tight 45, Tabari talks with Allison about the similarities and differences between stand-up and sketch,  how people seem to be getting married earlier and earlier as well as why there are few things funnier than people tripping and falling. Check out this episode and others you may have missed at https://atight45.buzzsprout.com/or wherever you get your podcasts today! For more on Tabari or ask a question, be sure to visit www.tabarimccoy.com or email tabari@tabarimccoy.com.

Today I get to talk to another improv legend, Mick Napier. Mick is known both nationally and internationally as an innovator and creative force in comedy, improvisation, and theater. His belief in the element of risk-taking is what influences his work and his direction.  He is one of the founders of the world-famous Annoyance Theater in Chicago, where Mick has spent more than 20 years developing and cultivating a style of work and production that has been both acclaimed and imitated.  Mick Napier is also a Director and Artistic Consultant for the internationally renowned Second City, and has made his mark having directed more than 10 revues there.  He's written 2 acclaimed books called “Improvise: Scene from the Inside Out” and “Behind the Scenes: Improvising Long Form”, both of which are considered some of the best books on the craft of improvisation. In addition, Mick Napier is also a magician!  He and his wife Jennifer have been performing mentalism for over 20 years, and he's also a regular performer at The Chicago Magic Lounge. If you love improv and if you love magic, then this gentleman is definitely someone you'll want to hear from. You can learn more about him by visiting his website, micknapier.com.  You can also learn all about The Annoyance Theater by visiting their website, theannoyance.com, and The Chicago Magic Lounge at their website chicagomagiclounge.com. Don't forget to rate and review!

My guest today is someone who also holds a special place in my heart, Mark Sutton. Mark has performed, directed, and taught improv for over 30 years.  He's one of the founding members of The Annoyance Theater, he's performed and taught improv at Second City, both in Chicago and Toronto, and has performed at numerous venues and festivals all over the world.  Mark also teaches improv to people in the academic and business world, and his clients include major companies like GE Healthcare, Major League Baseball, McDonalds and Yahoo.  He's also one half of the world renowned show Bassprov, which he performs alongside improv legend Joe Bill. In this conversation, you'll hear about his love for the craft and his joy in sharing this with others, as well as the creation of Bassprov, the time he first meet Mick Napier… and his great love for baseball!

Today's guest is another true legend in the world of improv, Susan Messing. She's one of the founding members of The Annoyance Theater, where she has created roles in over thirty original productions including the longest-running musical in Chicago, Co-Ed Prison Sluts.  Susan teaches and performs at the Annoyance Theater and the iO Theater and has also taught improvisational comedy for DePaul University, The University of Chicago and Loyola University.  Her essays have been published in The Second City Almanac of Improvisation and in Charna Halpern's book, Art By Committee.  Susan has also had multiple television and movie appearances, including a role in the film “Let's Go to Prison”.  We talk a little about that experience and how much she loved it. Susan is known all over for being a strong, unfiltered performer.  She has been a source of inspiration to performers everywhere, including myself.  We had a very honest and fun conversation today, and I'm so excited to share this conversation with all of you!

Tori Kilkenny moved to Chicago in 2018 and started doing stand-up a month later. She did it as a way to improve her skillset as an actor and ended up finding a couple comedic homes -- in stand-up and sketch. She's splitting her time between both, running sketches with End of the Worm As We Know It at the Annoyance Theater, and doing stand-up all over Chicago. A Kansas City native, she's heading back there to the Fountain City Comedy Festival on Oct. 5-7. Kilkenny is running her half-hour at the Lincoln Lodge on Oct. 27. Follow Tori Kilkenny: Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/torikilkenny/Support the show

From March 29, 2020: Comedian and Actress Jane Lynch called in to talk about her career in comedy, including her role as Alice in The Real Live Brady Bunch at the Annoyance Theater in Chicago, and her new gig hosting a revival of The Weakest Link.

Today's guest is regarded as one of the best teachers of improvisation in America today, the one and only Joe Bill! He is one of the founding members of Annoyance Theater in Chicago, he was the Director of Corporate Training at iO, and a Teacher & Guest Artist in Residence at Second City.  Joe performs and teaches all over the world, and has been an inspiration to improv actors for so many years.  He's also one half of the show Bassprov, an improv show with two guys fishing, which he performs with Mark Sutton.  He's a true gentleman, an outstanding performer, an influential teacher, and also a proud cancer survior. Learn more about Joe Bill at his website integratedimprovisation.com to learn about Joe, and how you can contact him for improv workshops for actors and business, in-person or virtually.

Laugh out loud with host Jill Smokler as she sits down with comedian and producer of the Bad Momz of Comedy, Orly K.G.. Orly and Jill cover everything from the behind scenes reality of comedy to tips on how people can take personal embarrassments to comedy gold. Join them for an entertaining and candid conversation that will keep you smiling(TMI warning for my dear parents)Orly K.G. – as seen nationally on The Kelly Clarkson Show, in The Chicago Tribune, on WLS Radio and WGN News – continues to hustle her way into the comedy scene with her antics about marriage, shame eating, and her constantly decaying body. She's appeared at Zanies Rosemont and Chicago, Comedy Bar, Laughing Academy, The Lincoln Lodge, Annoyance Theater, and at her weekly open mic at Chief O'Neill's. Orly K.G. also produces Bad Momz of Comedy which brings laughter to crowds and pays comics for their talents.Follow Orly on:Tiktok.com/@orlykgcomedyInstagram.com/k.g.orlyFacebook.com/OrlyKGComedyFacebook.com/BadMomzOfComedyBadMomzOfComedy website______________Did you know there's a She's Got Issues magazine? Check it out! Follow us on Instagram: Jill • She's Got IssuesFor more information contact info@shesgotissues.comShe's Got Issues is produced by Play Audio Agency, Keira Shein & Jill Smokler© 2023 She's Got Issues

In this throwback, If This Is True would like to introduce you to Jimmy Carrane, the master of the art of slow comedy. Jimmy has worked and taught at the Second City, iO, and is a founding member of the Annoyance. He was also in the original cast of the Armando at iO! He has written two books, Improv Therapy, and Improvising Better: A Guide for the Working Improviser with Liz Allen. Jimmy also hosts the Improv Nerd podcast. He teaches the art of slow comedy nationwide. We talked about improvising better and being a working improviser. Give it a listen!

In this throwback, If This Is True would like to introduce you to Neal Dandade! Neal is an actor, improviser and writer based out of Chicago. He has acted on TNT's Sirens, ABC Family's Kevin From Work, and NBC's Shrink. Neal was featured in the 2016 CBS Diversity Showcase. He was also a member of the Second City National Touring Company and a regular writer/performer/improviser at the iO and Annoyance theaters in Chicago. We talked about educating the underserved, Los Angeles vs. Chicago improv aesthetics, and much more. Give it a listen!

The guest this week is Jon Silver. Jon talks about being a filmmaker in Chicago and the influence comedy has in his work. Jon is an independent filmmaker based in Chicago. He comes from a comedy background. He's the Co-Founder of ShowPup Productions and the former Managing Director of The Annoyance Theater. Jon has worked with Second City and other theaters to produce comedy sketches, short films, web series, TV pilots, and his first feature "The Civil Hoax", was called 'Can't Miss Indie Cinema' by the Chicago Tribune. His second feature is a pirate adventure he made during COVID called "The Scarlet Pirate". He's currently in development of his next feature film. To learn more about Joanne Butcher and her company visit https://www.filmmakersuccess.com/ To obtain the Zoom link for upcoming live interviews, you must register at The Filmmaker's Life webpage at https://www.filmmakersuccess.com/The-Filmmakers-Life-Home

In honor of Susan visiting Cleveland this weekend, I'm dropping this flashback to late 2021. I would like to introduce you the indomitable Susan Messing! Susan is an improvisation and comedy legend, who has performed and taught at iO, iO West, the Annoyance, The Second City Chicago and around the globe. Susan is also an instructor at DePaul University, the University of Chicago and the School at Steppenwolf. We talked about taking risks and how to move forward as improvisers, comedians and as people–to go toward that which is difficult. Give it a listen!

Turi's guests today are: - Steve Salzman, president, Syntec Group; founder, BuildUSA - Community Arborist Tom Ebeling - Karen Blackwood, winner of the first prize in Audobon's Nature photography contest - Cam Rivers, Annoyance Theater open mic host

I had an absolute blast speaking with Jon Barinholtz, a comedic actor and improviser who took the leap from Chicago to the glitzy world of Hollywood. Jon's journey is one of passion, perseverance, and learning from the best in the business, including his successful brother Ike Barinholtz, as well as the vibrant Chicago improv scene. From his early days at Colgate University to his current pursuit of comedy in Los Angeles, Jon shares with us his experiences, struggles, and how he found his footing in the competitive world of show business. Jon gives us a glimpse into his transformation from an "excited onlooker" at his brother's comedy shows to a talented performer in his own right. He reveals how his time at The Second City in Chicago helped him build a strong foundation in comedy, and how the city's unique creative energy ignited his passion for the craft. We also discuss the importance of finding mentors and supportive communities, and how Jon's experiences in Chicago gave him the confidence and connections needed to make the big move to Los Angeles. Finally, we delve into the challenges Jon faced in overcoming the fear of being seen as following in his brother's footsteps, and how he managed to break free from the comedic typecasting associated with his family name. We also learn about the hustle and dedication it takes to juggle a day job with a blossoming comedy career and the role of improvisation in today's entertainment industry. Join us for this entertaining and inspiring conversation with the ever-so-funny Jon Barinholtz! Jon Barinholtz is an American actor, comedian, and producer based in Los Angeles. He has appeared in film and television, and is best known for the role of Marcus White on the ⁠NBC⁠ sitcom ⁠Superstore⁠. Make sure to follow Jon on twitter at: ⁠⁠Twitter.com/JonBarinholtz⁠⁠ (0:00:02) - Comedian Jon Barinholtz's Journey: Jon Barinholtz's comedic success, his brothers' influence, Colgate University, and his passion for comedy in LA are discussed. (0:04:49) - From Writing to Performing: Jon Barinholtz recounts his journey from Colgate to Chicago, his struggles to get into the improv scene, and the energy of the Chicago improv scene that inspired him to pursue comedy. (0:13:46) - Navigating the Chicago Comedy Scene: Jon Barinholtz shares his experience of honing his acting skills in Chicago and preparing to move to L.A., discussing the importance of a strong base, Second City program, Mr Show, writing sketches, and performing confidence. (0:22:13) - Naming Goals and Improv Benefits: Jon Barinholtz shares the importance of mentors, taking risks, improvisation, and speaking truth for comedy success. (0:28:07) - Show Business Path: Jon Barinholtz's journey to comedy is discussed, from family support to Annoyance Theater and IO Improv, highlighting mentors and the importance of being oneself. (0:34:19) - Scamming, Offensive Sketches, and Noah: Jon Barinholtz's hustle to make money from improv, being mindful of what is presented to the public, and the importance of mentors in the comedy world are discussed. (0:40:30) - Chicago Improv and Overcoming Legacy: Jon and Rob bonded over comedy, developing courage and mentors, and being mindful of their public presence. (0:44:12) - LA Comedy Scene Survival: Jon and Rob Belushi bonded over their comedic ambitions, discussed mentors, hustle and creating a two-man show. (0:47:50) - Comedy Mentors and Starting Out: Jon overcame his fear of performing, gained confidence with a mentor, and bonded with Rob to break free of comedic typecasting. PAUL VATO ⁠⁠⁠Paul Vato⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is an actor, improvisor, comedian, poker player, podcaster & entrepreneur. Connect with Paul Vato across all social media at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PaulVato.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ SPONSORS - Buy The Kama Sucia aka The Filthy Bed at ⁠⁠⁠⁠VATO.tv⁠⁠⁠⁠. - Monetize your time & knowledge w/⁠⁠⁠⁠Owwll⁠⁠⁠⁠. Enter referral code "VATO" at sign-up to get $10 to use on the app: Apple: ⁠⁠⁠⁠apple.co/35HC0hd⁠⁠⁠⁠ • Android: ⁠⁠⁠⁠bit.ly/OwwllGooglePlay⁠⁠⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/paulvato/message

This week I sat down with Mary Kelly to hear about the time she saw a cat fall from a highrise balcony. TW: This story is about a cat dying in a tragic way so skip to 26:30 if you would rather not hear about that kind of thing. Mary runs a show called Werk Comedy at the Lincoln Lodge. Follow her here: https://www.instagram.com/marykellycomedy/ Our live story comes from Amita Rao who talked about her chronic struggle with lice as a child. Amita runs a show called Gag Reflex at the Annoyance Theater. Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amitawow/ The Ladylike Podcast is produced by Gena Gephart: https://www.instagram.com/genagephart Theme song is Type of Wound by Natalie Grace Alford: https://nataliegracealford1.bandcamp.com Follow Ladylike: https://www.facebook.com/ladylikechicago https://www.instagram.com/ladylikechicago https://twitter.com/ladylikechicago Contact us: genagephart@gmail.com

The Hitch*Cocktails Tap Takeover ran over so we have just the trivia with our two thrilling guests, Cynthia Bangert & Bri Fitzpatrick.  Play along and then get those sweet buns over to the Annoyance Theater this Friday and Saturday to celebrate 10 Years of Hitch*Cocktails!

The Hitch*Cocktails Tap Takeover concludes with two thrilling guests, Cynthia Bangert & Bri Fitzpatrick. These notorious women have raided the Hitch*Cocktail bar so we can all get our hands dirty making Hitchcock inspired cocktails! We then play a frenzy of games, rank our drinks beyond a shadow of a doubt, and get over our stage fright. Listen now, but be sure to get to the Annoyance Theater this weekend to celebrate 10 Years of Hitch*Cocktails!Brought to you by Littlefoot Coffee Roasters (promo code: PopPop) and Recovering Bro (promo code: Bottles) Use the codes to save money at checkout! 

Adam heads to New York City to talk to candidates for the new HOA (Hitch*Cocktails own Bri Fitzpatrick, Alli Stark, and C.J. Tuor) in a neighborhood that just experienced a murder in this Rear Window themed episode.If you're in the Chicago area May 19th and 20th, Hitch Cocktails, the Alfred Hitchcock inspired improvised thriller, is celebrating their 10th anniversary in style with special shows, workshops, giveaways, and more at The Annoyance Theater and Bar. The two-day celebration will feature three special Hitch*Cocktails performances, an Alfred Hitchcock immersive pop-up, a Friday midnight DJ dance party, several specialty cocktails, surprise guests, and artistic workshops and collaborations, and much more. Audiences can expect masterful improvisation made more challenging by the real cocktails that, in true 1950s fashion, actors are required to drink in every scene. For more information about he Hitch Cocktails 10 year celebration, go to www.theannoyance.com. --SHOW INFORMATION Twitter: @MyDeadNeighborsInstagram: @MyNeighborsAreDeadEmail: MyNeighborsAreDead@gmail.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/myneighborsaredeadMerchandise: TeePublicSubscribe: Apple PodcastsSubscribe: Spotify

Growing up, I spent a lot of time with my grandmother, nicknamed Moo. We always had fun; we'd play, make things up, sing songs, write poems… just be creative together. As she gets older, though, and reaches 100 years old, she develops dementia. Sometimes she's with us and other times not. I go over to her house one afternoon, and she's super happy and pleasant and lovely... yet she doesn't know who I am. And I'm her only grandchild! I start to get a little frustrated because I want that connection with Moo again. So I begin to bring up things from our past and ask her if she remembers what we did together. Did she remember rolling down the hill together at La Brea Tar Pits? Or that time we made a crazy salad and water went everywhere? She doesn't. As I grasp for more things, I recall one song she taught me that has two verses. One verse is very slow and methodical, the other goes very, very fast, and they're meant to be sung by two people in tandem. So I start singing the fast verse. And pretty soon without any prodding, Moo starts singing the slow verse. And for that one moment, we connect again, sharing a reality with both of us present that melts my heart. That's the power of music. It can stop time. My special guest today, Laura Hall, has spent a career in music, song, and sound. In this episode of the Storytelling School podcast, she talks about finding your voice in storytelling through her lens of Musical Improv and answers questions like: What drives a scene in an Improv story when it's combined with music--the scene or the song? When can Improv help you with your audience as a speaker or storyteller, (in non-Improv situations)? How does variety make you a better storyteller? And how can you start sharing your stories and ensure that you get helpful feedback? What you will learn in this episode: How music and Improv work together to bring stories to life Why finding and connecting to the truth of your story is vital for audience reception What you can do to change the fear story you're telling yourself before a performance Who is Laura? Laura Hall got her start as an Improv Musician performing with The Second City National Touring Company of Chicago. While in Chicago, she worked with almost every Improv theater in town and used Improv to create original musicals at The Annoyance Theater. She also played in cover and original bands, did solo piano work, played recording sessions, and taught at The Old Town School of Music.  After moving to Los Angeles, Laura studied music for film and television and focused on songwriting and original musicals with Theater-A-Go-Go. She has worked with several Improv groups worldwide such as Second City Hollywood, iO West, and others, and taught Music Improv extensively with her husband Rick Hall. Laura performed on every season of the American version of Whose Line Is It Anyway? with hosts Clive Anderson, Drew Carey, and Aisha Tyler. She's also toured extensively with Drew Carey and the Improv All Stars, including performances at Carnegie Hall and Radio City Music Hall and a USO tour of the Middle East. In addition, she's performed with Whose Line Live at the Adelphi, the Palladium, and Royal Albert Hall theatres in London. You can find out more about Laura on her website. Links and Resources: Laura Hall @laurahallmusic on Instagram @LauraHallMusic on Facebook @LauraHallMusic on Twitter @laurahall2306 on Youtube Storytelling School Website @storytellingschool on Instagram @storytellingSchool on Facebook

This week, we celebrate our 100th episode with Sheila Master, Scott Campbell, and Sarah Clemency by talking about Being John Malkovich for a third time! Is Jack McDarematt our #1 fan? What was that movie about the Titanic? Is Sheila Pitch Passionate? “I will control myself.” - Sheila Master “I'm single y'all, call me.” - Scott Campbell “I didn't think John Malkovich was in it.” - Sarah Clemency If you're in the Chicago area, you can catch Sheila performing with her improv team Doctor Mister, Monday nights at 9:30 at The Annoyance Theater @the_annoyance You can also catch Scott performing at The Annoyance with his team Gushy @gushyimprovThursday nights at 10PM! Follow Scott at @boogievonstomp on Instagram to keep tabs on future sketch and comedy shows! Sarah would like to promote sleep.  Go to linktr.ee/rottentreasure listen, like, follow, rate and review. It really helps the show! Captain's Log Shout-out: gofund.me/a0774fd3 *link in bio* to help out with The Other Host's vet bills for their cat Oliver's surgery.

This week, Scott Campbell joins us for John Wick 2. It's like the first one, but now he's mad about a car. Is Keanu Reeves Nine Inch Nailin' it? Is Johnny Bananas still peelin' out? Does Grover know the ins and outs of sex education?  “I wanna know where these bodies are.” - Scott You can follow Scott at @boogievonstomp on Instagram to keep tabs on future sketch and comedy shows! If you're in the Chicago area, you can see Scott performing in ‘The Annoyance House Party' with his team Gushy @gushyimprov at the Annoyance Theater @the_annoyance Thursday nights at 10PM! Go to linktr.ee/rottentreasure listen, like, follow, rate and review. It really helps the show! Captain's Log Shout-out: gofund.me/a0774fd3 or @Kai-Bobbi on Venmo to help out with The Other Host's vet bills for their cat Oliver's surgery.

This week, Tim and Dan are joined by the fantastic improv team Downpour (Ollie Hobson, Claire Favret, Lawrence Collerd, and Hailey Palmer). They chat 'n prov about personal finance, budgeting, and mysterious grandparents. Downpour performs every Wednesday at the Annoyance Theater in Chicago (opening for the incredibly talented and Improv is Dead alums, Superhuman).Performers:Ollie Hobson (@ollieyourdreams)Claire Favret (@clairefavs)Laurence Collerd (@lawrencecollerd)Hailey Palmer (@miss_hap_)Tim Lyons (@TimLyons)Dan White (@atdanwhite)Hot Recs!Color for Colors album by Ollie HobsonSupport the pod! Join our Patreon for an extended version of this episode, weekly bonus episodes, and additional premium content. www.Patreon.com/improvisdead!

We've put out 20 of these shows, and things are just starting to get real. Wyatt and Jackie get into it...difficulties with wigs, falling down on stage, not understanding the potty habits of their fellow performers...the deep deep stuff! Jackie is a hilarious performer, improv comedian, and writer based in Chicago. Her work at The Annoyance Theater, Improv Olympic, as well as in a bunch of writers rooms (have you heard of "Cards Against Humanity"?!) has given her experiences totally new to "Thank You, Five". IF you're in the Chicago area be on the lookout as she's always working and keep your eyes peeled for her next project (you gotta listen to the show for details!!)You HAVE to follow Jackie on all the socials a @WhatTheFelk

Katie Caussin chats with host Kevin Scott about her years being funny with The Second City, The Annoyance Theater and future as Co-Artistic Director of I.O. Theater in Chicago. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kevin-scott2/support

Rich Sohn is a master teacher and improviser at The Pack Theater in Los Angeles. He's worked at The Annoyance Theater, iO-Chicago and Second City. We talked to him about how he found his voice as a teacher and improviser at The Annoyance, how the Annoyance style brings such freedom on stage, and what he learned from working with Del and Mick in Chicago in the '90s.

Hoja Lopez is a Venezuelan comedian, producer, and writer in the Chicago area. This former Houstonian is the co-host of Lemonada Media's I'm Sorry, a podcast about apologies and creator of Gay News, a monthly satirical web-series focusing on queer stories. She is a graduate of the Annoyance Theater Improv program and recipient of the 2021 DIOversity Scholarship! Hoja is currently performing in Annoyance Theater's mainstage solo sketch review, directed by Mick Napier.Follow her on IG and Twitter at @alohahojaTopics:- Things to be preachy about- Kissing in Improv- PDAScenes:- Church of Calm Down- The Intimacy Coordinator- Off-Season WeddingWe have opinions and you're gonna hear them! Follow our characters down rabbit holes in our fast-paced improv shows.Hosted by Amechi Ngwe, Antoine W.B, Jon Myles, and Tandiwe Kone.Edited by Antoine W.BHosted on Mocking Bird Network

Hoja Lopez is also a first-generation Venezuelan who saw a slew of people with advanced college degrees as a child, but no one who liked to come up with fanciful stories and perform like she did. Following the path of the academics before her left her unfulfilled in college and she dropped out. Working in jobs that felt temporary gave her the space to pursue her true passions - improv and comedy. By day she was a technical recruiter charged with diversifying a male-dominated STEM industry, by night she was finding spaces that let her creative flag fly. Now she gets paid real money to be a comedian, producer and writer. She is the creator and host of Gay News, a monthly satirical web-series focused on intersectional stories, and host of Lemonada Media's podcast, I'm Sorry. Hoja is also a performer and teacher at The Annoyance Theater and The Second City in Chicago, Illinois. You can find Hoja Lopez across social media platforms @alohahoja --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wiseandwine/message

Colin Thornton speaks with improviser extraordiannaire, Mark Sutton.

Emma and Lindsey and back to cha'n'prov about cherry blossoms, the joys of motherhood, and what's the best season to die in. Emma and Lindsey perform 8PM every Tuesday night with Bag of Bones at https://www.theannoyance.com (The Annoyance Theater). Performers:Emma Pope (https://www.tiktok.com/@emmerpope?lang=en (@emmarpope)) Lindsey Smith (https://www.instagram.com/lindseysmithworsley/ (@lindseysmithworsley)) Tim Lyons (https://twitter.com/timlyons (@TimLyons)) Dan White (https://twitter.com/atdanwhite (@atdanwhite)) Plugshttps://theannoyance.thundertix.com/events/190907/performances (Bag of Bones )Tuesdays 8PM at The Annoyance Theater Tim's https://www.twitch.tv/thirsttraptim (Twitch Channel) https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1617581629397-a72507c3de9e?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&ixid=MnwxMjA3fDB8MHxzZWFyY2h8MXx8d2FzaGluZ3RvbiUyMGRjJTIwY2hlcnJ5JTIwYmxvc3NvbXN8ZW58MHx8MHx8&w=1000&q=80 (Cherry Blossoms) in Washington DC Support the pod! If you like the pod, please help us keep making it! Join our Patreon for an extended version of this episode, weekly bonus episodes, and additional premium content. https://my.captivate.fm/www.Patreon.com/improvisdead (www.Patreon.com/improvisdead)

About 170 comedians from 18 different countries are gathering in Chicago for a series of workshops, performances, and panels all about comedy. The event, which takes place the weekend of March 25, will feature performance at improv and stand-up mainstays, like the Annoyance Theater and Laugh Factory. GUESTS: Kerry Shehan, World Comedy Expo business director Saku Yanagawa, World Comedy Expo artistic director

This week, Josh talks to Veronica Dang (@modelmajority) about Lucille Ball, an overwhelming response when you want to start a sketch team, and doing background for SNL. Follow Model Majority on all social platforms at @modelmajority and go to modelmajority.com. See Model Majority during Toronto Sketchfest's Screen Time Edition on Thursday 3/24 at 7pm. Veronica will be participating in the Comedy Road Trip panel Saturday afternoon, March 26, at 3pm. Go to torontosketchfest.com for more on those. Model Majority will be performing live and in person in Chicago, IL, on Friday, March 25, at 11pm at the Annoyance Theater. If you're in the Second City, check out worldcomedyexpo.com for more on that festival. I'll be hosting Sketch Train during Toronto Sketchfest on Saturday, March 26, probably around 11pm after the shows for the night. Then Sketchubator returns Friday, April 1, at 10pm. Head to sketchubator.com for more.

Leaders, when's the last time you've thought about your tone? On today's minisode, one of our improve it! facilitators, Mike Geraghty, is here to talk to us about how improv can help improve your verbal and written tone in your virtual or hybrid workplace. Listen in on this fun and insightful conversation.   About the Guest: Mike Geraghty is an actor, improviser, and writer. Geraghty is from Reno, Nevada where he graduated from the University of Nevada with degrees in Spanish and Journalism. It is also where he got his start performing stand-up comedy and Hip Hop music. He can be seen in feature films such as The Trial of the Chicago 7 and The Candyman; as well as in TV shows on FOX, NBC, CBS, Amazon Prime, and Netflix. He also performs weekly on stage at the iO Theater with his long running improv teams, Big Spoon and Dumb John; or with his all Spanish speaking Harold team, Heraldo.He has performed in theaters all over Chicago, including The Annoyance Theater, The Second City, CiC, iO, and The Public House Theater. You can find Mike co-facilitating any improve it! workshop or making teams giggle during our Laugh Breaks.   Connect with Erin Diehl: Instagram LinkedIn improve it! TikTok Improve it! Instagram Improve it! Facebook improve it! website Book a Laugh Break Book a Workshop Sign up for Daily 5 Challenge Email Erin: info@learntoimproveit.com   “I love this podcast and I love Erin!!” If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing this podcast! This helps Erin support more people – just like you – move toward the leader you want to be. Click here, click listen on Apple Podcasts, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with 5 stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let Erin know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven't done so already, subscribe to the podcast. That way you won't miss any juicy episodes! Thanks in advance, improve it! Fam :)

To learn more about the Enabled Disabled Podcast and share your story, please visit https://www.enableddisabled.com/ Bob Kulhan is a co-founder of Baby Wants Candy and has been performing, teaching & studying improv and sketch comedy since 1994 in Chicago and since 2009 in NYC. Bob was trained in improvisation by Del Close, Matt Besser, Amy Poehler, Tina Fey, Susan Messing and others at Chicago's ImprovOlympic theater, Mick Napier at The Annoyance Theater, and taught and mentored by Martin de Maat at The Second City (among so many other greats in all 3 fantastic schools!). Bob currently performs in NYC with Baby Wants Candy (Soho Playhouse), The Scene (The PIT), Dos Experimento! (The PIT), Mystic Improv (The PIT) and The Windy Pendejos? (The PIT and… really wherever the heck else we can play!). Bob's has created more than a dozen one-man and sketch comedy shows. You can find his characters on YouTube videos (“The BonVivant Gourmet” “SafetyMen” & the hit Holiday song “Christmas Hot Pants”) For the last 24 years Bob has performed and taught improvisation internationally. His teaching and performing credits include Chicago's famed The Second City, Improv Olympic, The Annoyance Theater, The PIT, Columbia College, London TheaterSports, The Banff Centre, The Australian Graduate School of Management, and Koç University in Istanbul, University of South Carolina's The Darla Moore School of Business, UCLA Anderson School of Management, Columbia University Business School, and Duke University's The Fuqua School of Business. In addition to all things improv, Bob is passionate about cooking, SCUBA diving, and Brazilian Jju-Jitsu. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/enableddisabled/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/enableddisabled/support

Donate to make Ghost Hotel a reality at https://www.ghosthotel.show (www.ghosthotel.show) Groovebox AKA Dylan Carey - Instagram @_groovebox_ -  is a producer, vocalist and entertainer from Chicago, IL. His live act combines music and comedy in a beatbox-driven, completely improvised experience. Dylan has trained at Chicago's Second City, iO Theater, Annoyance Theater and ComedySportz, and has been performing for over 15 years. He has worked with TruTV, Fox, Zanies Comedy Club, McDonalds, Bud Light, Ben and Jerry's, Chili's, State Farm, and has even performed at Carnegie Hall. Matt Mayerle - Instagram @mattydophotos -  is an LA-based writer, actor, and comedian. He's been performing and writing comedy for over 12 years in cities across the country. Matt has toured and taught comedy at The Second City Chicago, and has been featured in productions and ensembles at iO Chicago, The Playground, The Annoyance, Comedy Sportz, Finest City Improv San Diego, and more. Matt's acting credits include NBC's Chicago Fire, as well as various short films, commercials, voiceovers, and web videos. Matt promises he is not a lobster disguised as a man. Matt & Dylan are developing the comedy series Ghost Hotel. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app (https://anchor.fm/app)

Donate to make Ghost Hotel a reality at https://www.ghosthotel.show (www.ghosthotel.show) Groovebox AKA Dylan Carey - Instagram @_groovebox_ -  is a producer, vocalist and entertainer from Chicago, IL. His live act combines music and comedy in a beatbox-driven, completely improvised experience. Dylan has trained at Chicago's Second City, iO Theater, Annoyance Theater and ComedySportz, and has been performing for over 15 years. He has worked with TruTV, Fox, Zanies Comedy Club, McDonalds, Bud Light, Ben and Jerry's, Chili's, State Farm, and has even performed at Carnegie Hall. Matt Mayerle - Instagram @mattydophotos -  is an LA-based writer, actor, and comedian. He's been performing and writing comedy for over 12 years in cities across the country. Matt has toured and taught comedy at The Second City Chicago, and has been featured in productions and ensembles at iO Chicago, The Playground, The Annoyance, Comedy Sportz, Finest City Improv San Diego, and more. Matt's acting credits include NBC's Chicago Fire, as well as various short films, commercials, voiceovers, and web videos. Matt promises he is not a lobster disguised as a man. Matt & Dylan are developing the comedy series Ghost Hotel. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app (https://anchor.fm/app)

She's a Girl Daddy and proud of it – then again, given all her success, her fans wouldn't have it any other way.A native of Dayton, Ohio now living in Los Angeles, Beth Stelling cut her teeth in the competitive Chicago stand-up scene while also studying improv at The Annoyance Theater. (She did graduate magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts from Miami University and interned for The School at Steppenwolf in Chicago before graduation, so she's been developing her chops for quite some time.) She would go on to be named the “Best Stand-up Comedian in Chicago” by The Chicago Reader in 2010, be named a "New Face of Comedy" at the prestigious Just for Laughs Festival and re-located to Los Angeles in 2011. Within her first year in L.A., Beth made her late night TV debut on Conan and released her debut album “Sweet Beth” on Rooftop Records. Beth soon after appeared on comedy programs such as Comedy Central's @midnight, Chelsea Lately and The Pete Holmes Show.With a Comedy Central Half-Hour special and second album (Simply the Beth) as well as Netflix's The Standups under belt, her most recent achievement has come in the form of Girl Daddy,  Beth's first hour stand-up special “produced by Conan O'Brien and Team Coco is available now on HBOMax. And she's got plenty more in the works ...On this episode of A Tight 45, Tabari and Beth explore her comedy roots, life as an entertainer in L.A. during a pandemic ... And hosting a podcast with her mom. Check out this episode and others you may have missed at https://atight45.buzzsprout.com/or wherever you get your podcasts today! For more on Tabari or ask a question, be sure to visit www.tabarimccoy.com or email tabari@tabarimccoy.com.

This week on Yes But Why, we talk to world renowned performer and improv teacher, Joe Bill. Joe Bill has been a performer and teacher at iO Chicago for more than 30 years; he was one of the co-founders of Annoyance Theater; and, he was an Artistic Associate for The Chicago Improv Festival for the entirety of its existence. He has been an Internationally Touring Teacher, Performer and director for more than 20 years and acts as an Artistic Adviser for a number of Improvisation and Comedy Theaters all over the world. He has taught at pretty much every major improv/impro Festival in the U.S. & Canada in the last 30 years. In our conversation, we talk about where we find inspiration and Joe shares an anecdote from his childhood about his musician cousin, Katherine. He talks about going on tour for a year with Up With People and what an amazing experience that was. We talk about family drama and the need to escape. We talk about the community of misfits in Chicago where Joe finally found his artistic home. We chat about Joe's love of traveling the world to discuss improv. Joe shares sage advice for teachers hoping to tour like he does. We talk about connecting with your students and caring deeply about the service you are providing. Joe's a funny guy and we have quite a few laughs (including a couple dark covid jokes…too soon?) Support Joe Bill by hiring him to teach you! You can also check out his podcast, Not Therapy that he cohosts with YBY past guest, Balasree Viswanathan. Yes But Why Podcast is a proud member of the HC Universal Network family of podcasts. Visit us at HCUniversalNetwork.com to join in on the fun. This episode of Yes But Why podcast is sponsored by audible - get your FREE audiobook download and your 30 day free trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/YESBUTWHY. This episode of Yes But Why is also sponsored by PodcastCadet.com. Swing on by PodcastCadet.com to get help for all your podcasting needs! Go to PodcastCadet.com and put in offer code YBY20 to get 20% off your first consultation!

The Whole Artist with Courtney Rioux: Conversations with artists about acting, purpose, and the journey to finding wholeness.  This week, Courtney has a very funny conversation with actor, sketch comedian, podcaster, travel videographer, and YouTube sensation, Sean Ely. Courtney talks to Sean about his career, his drive to always be creating, and there are some great tips on making your own content. Also, Producer Mike pops into the episode for his thoughts on Burger King's Mac n' Cheetos. The aim of The Whole Artist with Courtney Rioux is to not just make you a better actor, but to help you live a more fulfilled life. Follow Courtney Rioux on Social Media Website | Instagram | Twitter | Facebook SEAN ELY: Sean Ely is a Chicago-based actor, sketch comedian and travel videographer. His daily comedy web series, Number Six With Cheese, takes a satirical and unnecessary dive into the world of new fast food menu items, and has amassed 30,000 subscribers since 2016 alongside comedian Corey Wagner. They've partnered with brands such as UberEats, Arby's, AT&T and Google. This year, they even launched their own original hot sauce—Sixer Sauce, the perfect drive-thru condiment—which ships anywhere nationwide. Sean is a graduate of The Second City Training Center and regularly performs at The Second City, The Annoyance Theater and Playground Theater. His voice can also be heard in ad campaigns for Checkers & Rally's, Planet Fitness and Root Car Insurance. He's also the co-host of The Unemployables Podcast, all about leaving corporate America, living efficiently and turning your true passions into a career, with new episodes every Monday. Find Sean On The Internet: Sean's Twitter (twitter.com/theseanwow) Sean's Instagram (instagram.com/theseanwow) Number Six With Cheese YouTube Channel (youtube.com/numbersixwithcheese) Number Six With Cheese Website (numbersixwithcheese.com) The Unemployables Podcast On Apple Podcasts The Unemployables Website (theunemployablespod.com/) The Unemployables Patreon Sean's Personal YouTube Channel (youtube.com/socialmediapessimist) ### Credits: Photography by Joe Mazza, Brave Lux. For more information, go to http://bravelux.com/ Music by Blythe Martin Productions. For more info, please contact Jamie and Erik at erik@SoundAnswer.com This is a PodClubhouse original production. Produced, engineered and edited at PodClubouse Studios. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/courtneyrioux/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/courtneyrioux/support

Jason and Matt discuss their favorite summer city – Chicago! Matt shares his first impression, why he loves Chicagoans and the best coffee shop to spot a DeLorean and a Gremlin. Jason talks about the city's glorious lakefront, its legendary comedy scene and getting verbally harassed while eating a hot dog. What Happened HEAR: Mick Napier and the Annoyance Theater! PLUS, Jason quizzes Matt on his knowledge of Chicago lingo!

Satire is a comedy tradition that is thousands of years old. This episode Adam and Rob discuss satire, authority, and saying what you mean without saying it. Also The Boys, the Annoyance Theater’s President Bush is a Great Man, and the art of making maple syrup. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network

It's Tuesday and... Jimmy Carrane is our guest! Jimmy Carrane was not raised by wolves. He did, however, grow up in a house where he wasn't encouraged to express himself. This is very similar to being raised by wolves except wolves always get to be wolves. Except when they're in sheep's clothing. The good news is, Jimmy's early years as a non-wolf in non-expressive clothing changed in 1986 when a chubby, insecure, 19-year-old Jimmy drove his parent's Buick Station wagon to Chicago. In Chicago, he didn't find wolves. (Frankly, he was done with the wolf metaphors.) He did, however, find improv. And while he didn't quite know it, that station wagon landed him square at the beginning of an over 30-year journey as a comedian, performer, and teacher. His improv studies and performances began among a legion of legendary misfits at The Second City and iO Chicago (then known as Improv Olympics). Jimmy also became one of the original members of The Annoyance Theater. Years later, he would return to teach at all three theaters, excited to share his experiences and guide a new generation of performers through the art of improvisation. During his team tenure, Jimmy was a member of Jazz Freddy, Carl and the Passions, and the original cast of Armando at iO Chicago. He also created one of the first two-person improv shows, “Naked” co-starring Stephanie Weir. From teams to a duo and finally to solo performance, Jimmy's performing career evolved. He wrote and performed his own one-man shows, such as the hit “I Am 27, I Still Live at Home and Sell Office Supplies” and “Living in Dwarf's House.” Jimmy's improv took him into interviewing on public radio in Chicago, where he was the host of Studio 312 and talked to everyone from Conan O'Brian to Cindy Crawford. He co-wrote Improvising Better: A Guide for the Working Improviser with Liz Allen and is the author of Improv Therapy. He is also the host of the podcast Improv Nerd on FeralAudio. Jimmy teaches his award-winning Art of Slow Comedy classes and workshops in Chicago and across the country. As a corporate trainer, Jimmy has worked with Fortune 500 companies, salespeople and advertising agencies to bring the art of improv to the workplace. Rounding out his performance résumé are film and TV credits in such productions as Public Enemies, The Playboy Club, Natural Born Killers, The Untouchables, ER, Early Edition and a (metric) ton of independent films. He lives in Evanston, Illinois with his wife, Lauren, and their cat, Coco, whom they call Moosh Moosh for no apparent reason. When he's not teaching or traveling to teach or traveling to the airport so he can travel to teach, Jimmy loves sports movies because they make him cry. If you ever catch him stomping his left foot, he's not killing a spider. That's how he laughs. For relaxation, he likes to go to grocery stores or talk on the phone with his older brother, Bobby, about grocery stores.