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PODCAST

The Backline - An Improv Podcast

The Sonar Network

Canadian Comedy Award winners Rob Norman and Adam Cawley discuss weekly improv-based topics based on a theme. New episodes every Wednesday.

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49:02

154 - Improv as Ritual

The Backline - An Improv Podcast ·

2019/06/05

Improv has a rich tradition of ritual and ceremony that dates back to mask work and continues right through to the teachings of Del Close. From shortform to longform, ritual (and transformation) is hidden in all the unconsidered things that we do onstage. This week, Rob and Adam take a closer look.

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54:33

153 - The 30 Second Clock

The Backline - An Improv Podcast ·

2019/05/29

Shortform has particular kind of rhythm. Action sparks every 30 seconds. In this episode, Rob and Adam discuss how to slow down, enjoy the moment, and find more relaxed play out of a shortform metabolism.

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44:36

152 - Coming Back to Improv

The Backline - An Improv Podcast ·

2019/05/22

Its the launch of Season Five! This episode Rob and Adam talk about what's it's like to break from a regular improv performance schedule, how to get back into the community, and why it shouldn't feel like you're starting from scratch.

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41:12

151 - A Year in Review

The Backline - An Improv Podcast ·

2018/12/12

It's the season finale of the Backline with Rob and Adam. This episode Rob and Adam discuss changes in the improv landscape, new exciting announcements, and what they're looking forward to in 2019! See you all in the new year!

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40:11

150 - Mapping

The Backline - An Improv Podcast ·

2018/11/22

This week we discuss how to map the rules of one scenario over top the context of another. Also this episode, Rob and Adam answer questions about mirroring and comedic horror. Happy 150th episode!

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55:02

149 - Preparation

The Backline - An Improv Podcast ·

2018/11/12

We spend lots of time talking about what happens onstage. But sometimes scenes are won/lost before you even step onstage. Before your show there are warm-ups, research, intentions to be set, etc. This week Rob and Adam discuss every thing that happens before you even step onstage.

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46:51

148 - Be Affected

The Backline - An Improv Podcast ·

2018/11/01

"Our only job as an improviser is to affect others, and be affected." We all know it to be true, yet over and over again, we get stuck in scenes where we're explaining our premises to our partner. This episode Rob and Adam discuss the need for real time, visceral connection in scenes and the value of dynamic.

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41:40

147 - Improv on TV

The Backline - An Improv Podcast ·

2018/10/18

After an afternoon on set, Adam wonders about the future of improv on television. What changes when you record an improv show? Why isn't more improv on TV? If television networks don't want more improvised content, then is improv forever relagated to damp basements with sticky floors?

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59:09

146 - Frustrated

The Backline - An Improv Podcast ·

2018/10/11

When you spend tons of time with the same people over and over again, you're bound to get frustrated with some of them. Where does all that frustration go? What if you hate your classmate, teammate, or even your coach? This week Rob and Adam delve deep into blame, exclusion, and keeping it all together.

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49:13

145 - Playing Yourself

The Backline - An Improv Podcast ·

2018/10/02

This week Rob and Adam discuss what's it like to "play yourself" onstage. From grounded scenes to nuanced heightening to characters who talk just like you!

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42:24

144 - Reading The Room

The Backline - An Improv Podcast ·

2018/09/22

This week Adam and Rob discuss our relationship with the audience, how to follow Blue acts, and what to do when our expectations don't match what the audience wants. Also oil lamps.

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42:51

143 - Casting

The Backline - An Improv Podcast ·

2018/09/05

In this episode, Rob and Adam discuss casting and what does the "perfect" Harold team look like! If you'd like to play at home, pick 8 archetypes from the list below:1) Initiator - This player starts scenes. Always the first person out. 2) Listener - This person is always 2nd out. Very good at supporting their partner's offers.3) Glue Player - Directs the show from within. Very good at editing the show and being mindful of variety.4) Game Player - Master of Game of the Scene. Excellent at

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47:37

142 - Loud, Proud, and Wrong

The Backline - An Improv Podcast ·

2018/08/15

This week Adam and Rob discuss the importance of swagger, showmanship, and stagecraft in improv scenes. Whether you're struggling controlling an audience or you're stuck in a scene that's gone terribly wrong, then this episode is for you.

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36:41

141 - Bombed

The Backline - An Improv Podcast ·

2018/08/08

This week Adam chats with Rob from Copenhagen, Denmark to discuss that terrible, awkward, weird feeling when you bomb. What do you say? How do you manage the feeling? What do you say to your friends. Also, updates on Rob's tour through Latvia and Denmark.

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49:52

140 - Advanced GOTS

The Backline - An Improv Podcast ·

2018/08/01

This week Rob and Adam revisit the Game of the Scene from Season One, and discuss how their views have evolved over the past four years. From pattern recongition to heightening, all is covered in this episode. If you're new to GOTS, check out GOTS (ep. 14), Push/Pull (81), and Framing (ep. 118) before giving this episode a listen!

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43:43

139 - Questions Only

The Backline - An Improv Podcast ·

2018/07/25

This week Rob and Adam answer listener questions! From improv copyrights to accents to panicking onstage to the walk-ons - all will be revealed. Please if someone knows where Rob's dad is, contact us @thebacklinepod on Facebook or Twitter.

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50:21

138 - Disappointment

The Backline - An Improv Podcast ·

2018/07/20

Rob And Adam talk disappointment.

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45:27

137 - So We Bought a Zoo

The Backline - An Improv Podcast ·

2018/07/11

This week Rob and Adam discuss the very theoretical scenario of opening an improv theatre. What do you need? What resources do you require? How does an improv theatre actually work? Also if you have a really bad business idea for an improv theatre, let us know your worst ideas at thebacklinepod on Twitter and Facebook.

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41:19

136 - Blocking

The Backline - An Improv Podcast ·

2018/07/04

If we don't need to literally say "Yes And" to offers in scenes, then what does agreement actually look like? With this new defintion, what is blocking? Is blocking even possible in modern improv? This week Rob and Adam do a deep dive on all-things negative, contrarian, and self-defeating. If you're stalling out in scenes or frustrated by nay-sayers in your troupe, this episode is for you.

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40:19

135 - $300

The Backline - An Improv Podcast ·

2018/06/27

For students new to improv, classes are a great way to meet people, involve yourself in the community, and hone your craft. But what do you do when classes are no longer challenging you and you aren't getting any better? This week Adam and Rob discuss what you can do with $300 to improve your abilities onstage outside of the classroom. Also Rob took a photo in a clawfoot tub.

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