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We were joined by comedian Evan Forde Barden for a great talk on pursuing comedy. Evan joins the podcast to discuss his extensive 21-year journey in improv and sketch comedy. Evan shares his early days doing improv at Fairfield University and his subsequent experiences with renowned groups like 'Bodywork' and 'Young Douglass.' He opens up about navigating the improv scene in New York, his tenure with Improv Boston, Magnet Theater, and UCB, and how he tries to survive on stage. Evan also talks about his show, 'The Power Joker,' a comedy talk show hosted by a fictional Robert Moses (played by previous guest, Sam Rogal), the evolution of his comedic voice, and more! YouTube: @YoungDouglas, @ThereItIs Instagram: @YoungDouglas, @ThePowerJoker, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Threads: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Facebook: @ThereItIsPod Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis
We do a deep dive into improv with performer, Sam Rogal! Jason sits down with New York-based performer Sam Rogal for this fun chat! Sam shares his extensive experience at the Magnet Theater, recounting his time performing improv and sketch with teams like Metal Boy and Nitro Girls. He also discusses Metal Boy's current show, 'Your Worst Idea,' which celebrates creative failures. From the importance of chemistry in improv teams to the interplay of comedy and history, Sam offers insights drawn from his journey from Buck's Rock Camp to leading improv teams. Tune in for practical advice on balancing fun and audience satisfaction, advanced improv techniques, and fascinating behind-the-scenes stories that reveal the joy and challenges of the craft. Tickets! Metal Boy's "Your Worst Idea": magnettheater.com/show/tickets/58720 The Power Joker: caveat.nyc/events/the-power-joker-a-robert-moses-comedy-show-11-3-2024 Friday Night Show: https://magnettheater.com/show/58943/ Instagram: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Threads: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Facebook: @MagnetTheater, @ThereItIsPod Twitter: @MagnetTheater, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrJokes Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis
Sam Rogal (Magnet Theater) joins me in Film Nerd Studios to talk about the 2011 period piece Something Maybe Sometimes Always. We discuss the P in V (very nasty), cousin love (second time I think it's been talked about on the podcast), and whispering sweetly. Then we take a trip to the Writer's Room to rewrite the Mortal Kombat movie. Okay this is a big long writer's room segment because we both like Mortal Kombat and want to see it be better. Alright? Got it? Any questions? ALSO IMPORTANT: I left the part that I said I would edit in ON PURPOSE! Another important thing: if you have a suggestion for a film you want to hear to hear us discuss aka make up email me at forgottenfilmspodcast@gmail.com or DM @filmspodcast on Twitter!
Sam Rogal (Magnet Theater) joins me in Film Nerd Studios to talk about the 2011 period piece Something Maybe Sometimes Always. We discuss the P in V (very nasty), cousin love (second time I think it's been talked about on the podcast), and whispering sweetly. Then we take a trip to the Writer's Room to rewrite the Mortal Kombat movie. Okay this is a big long writer's room segment because we both like Mortal Kombat and want to see it be better. Alright? Got it? Any questions? ALSO IMPORTANT: I left the part that I said I would edit in ON PURPOSE! Another important thing: if you have a suggestion for a film you want to hear to hear us discuss aka make up email me at forgottenfilmspodcast@gmail.com or DM @filmspodcast on Twitter!
This week, Josh talks to Sam Rogal (@samrogal) about theater camp, failed house teams, and Mags Corner. Sam is performing at Philly Sketchfest in his show, A Walking Tour of Mags Corner, at Underground Arts on Sunday, June 2nd in the 6:00pm block along with All Nite Deli and Steve Swan vs. Joe Moore. His sketch team, Nitro Girls, are heading to Austin Sketch Fest on Thursday May 23rd in addition to performing every Friday at 7pm at the Magnet Theater in New York City. You can also check him out doing improv in the Friday Night Show every Friday at 830 at the Magnet.
Boy made of metal and Friday Night favorite, SAM ROGAL, stops in to discuss performing arts camp, team chemistry, and his lifelong comedy partner, Pat May. Sam was hooked on comedy at a young age and made it a goal of his to get to NYC where (surprise!) he finally made it and has […] The post #105: Sam Rogal appeared first on Magnet Theater.
Sam Rogal (Magnet Theatre) joins Griffin and David to discuss the 1991 hit sequel Terminator 2: Judgement Day. But do the special effects still hold up over twenty years later? What influenced the decision to make Arnold Schwarzenegger a good robot? Did Planet Hollywood ever serve a dish called pasta la vista? Together they examine the performances of Robert Patrick and Linda Hamilton, the comical amount of people shot in the knees, Arnold’s post hits career and lava in the 90’s.
Comedian/Roommate/Corrector Extraordinaire Sam Rogal returns to NO WRONG ANSWERS with his list of corrections from our previous ten episodes. Things get pretty contentious as an angry neighbor files a noise complaint. Sam's feud with former guest Griffin Newman heats up. Lucy confesses to multiple murder. Alejandro does his Axl Rose impression.
Comedian/Roommate/Corrector Extraordinaire Sam Rogal returns to NO WRONG ANSWERS with his list of corrections from our previous ten episodes. Things get pretty contentious as an angry neighbor files a noise complaint. Sam's feud with former guest Griffin Newman heats up. Lucy confesses to multiple murder. Alejandro does his Axl Rose impression.
For Lucy and Alejandro's second week apart, Alejandro enlisted former guest Sam Rogal to discuss their philosophies on life, the ethics of pet ownership, and football. It doesn't sound like it but this is actually quite an entertaining episode.
For Lucy and Alejandro's second week apart, Alejandro enlisted former guest Sam Rogal to discuss their philosophies on life, the ethics of pet ownership, and football. It doesn't sound like it but this is actually quite an entertaining episode.
THE BIG 1-0! In honor of those sweet, sweet double-digits, comedian/roommate Sam Rogal sits down with Lucy and Alejandro and shares the comprehensive list he's compiled of all of the mistakes they've made on the podcast thus far. There are more than a few. Plus: Gemology! Chardonnay! Brazilian Doppelgängers!
THE BIG 1-0! In honor of those sweet, sweet double-digits, comedian/roommate Sam Rogal sits down with Lucy and Alejandro and shares the comprehensive list he's compiled of all of the mistakes they've made on the podcast thus far. There are more than a few. Plus: Gemology! Chardonnay! Brazilian Doppelgängers!