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Should I Keep This?

Crossroads Comedy Theater

On “Should I Keep This?” sketch performer Samantha Russell (Secret Pants, Goat Rodeo & Youth Large) talks with fellow comedians about props they’ve been holding on to and whether or not they should keep them. No matter how useless an item may seem, the emotional connection to comedy props can be strong. New episodes every two weeks!

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Episode 19: Rena Taylor

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2023/05/11

Guest Rena Taylor may not have completely understood the assignment, but good times were had by all. Rena and Sam discuss Bryan Adams, prop sweatpants becoming regular sweatpants, the metric system, and plans to terrorize children. This episode's props: a teeny little leather vest and a leggy Elf on a Shelf costume. The post Episode 19: Rena Taylor appeared first on Crossroads Comedy Theater.

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Episode 18: Aubrie Williams

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2023/04/27

This episode’s guest Aubrie Williams chats with Sam about the convenience of owning tons of weird costumes when Halloween rolls around and the two discuss how hard it may be to let go of a very obvious costume, even if you never use it. This week’s props: two black zentai suits and two sets of military fatigues. The post Episode 18: Aubrie Williams appeared first on Crossroads Comedy Theater.

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Episode 17: Shannon Brown

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2023/04/13

On this week’s episode Shannon Brown and Sam discuss plans to use props as joke after we die and discuss how we can forget how props look or even that they exist if they’ve been stored too long. This episode’s props: a cardboard butt and the Telegram Girl costume. The post Episode 17: Shannon Brown appeared first on Crossroads Comedy Theater.

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Episode 16: Cam Wyllie

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2023/03/30

This week Toronto native Cam Wyllie and Sam talk about how each prop has a destiny and goal to fulfill even if that may take over a decade. The conversation then gets surprisingly deep while discussing a band who has an album called Take Off Your Pants and Jacket. This week’s props- Carlos the puppet and an autographed Blink 182 cardboard cutout. The post Episode 16: Cam Wyllie appeared first on Crossroads Comedy Theater.

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Episode 15: Shannon DeVido

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2023/03/16

This week, guest Shannon DeVido and Sam chat about holding onto things we know we absolutely shouldn’t and Sam tries to find a starring role for her massive prop. This episode’s items: a Burger King crown and a gigantic teddy bear. The post Episode 15: Shannon DeVido appeared first on Crossroads Comedy Theater.

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Episode 14: Zia Hiltey

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2023/03/02

This episode’s guest is Zia Hiltey. Zia and Sam try to figure out where their love of wearing costumes comes from, realize they were shopping in the same thrift store 20 years ago (RIP Village Thrift) and discuss whether you you get rid of meaningful props when the spark fades. This week’s props: a green furry shirt and every single item from a bit Sam did once 9 years ago. The post Episode 14: Zia Hiltey appeared first on Crossroads Comedy Theater.

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Episode 13: Julia Hudson

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2023/02/16

In this episode guest Julia Hudson and Sam talk about the wonders of finding the perfect prop when you need it and tell some tales of unruly audiences. Also there is a follow up to the Jolie Darrow prop scandal! This week’s props: a pair of bowling shoes and a bronze telescope. The post Episode 13: Julia Hudson appeared first on Crossroads Comedy Theater.

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Episode 12: Marcely Jean-Pierre

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2023/02/02

On this episode, Marcely Jean-Pierre and Sam discuss whether we’ve moved past mean spirited comedy and discuss the joys of using props that might not be necessary. This week’s props: Marcely’s Jerk Chicken costume and a cardboard cash register. The post Episode 12: Marcely Jean-Pierre appeared first on Crossroads Comedy Theater.

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Episode 11: Jolie Darrow

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2023/01/19

This week’s guest Jolie Darrow explains her very specific rules for returning loaned props and Sam gets some closure on a long lost costume. This week’s props: a wig that doesn’t actually belong to Jolie and an angel costume. The post Episode 11: Jolie Darrow appeared first on Crossroads Comedy Theater.

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Episode 10: Caitlin Corkery

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2023/01/05

Things get a little hairy when guest Caitlin Corkery and Sam both bring multiple wigs to the pod. They discuss how multiples of the same wigs can make things funnier and come up with some creative new uses for old wigs. This week’s props: four Ben Franklin wigs and a trash bag full of wigs. The post Episode 10: Caitlin Corkery appeared first on Crossroads Comedy Theater.

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Episode 9: Isaiah Headen

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2022/12/22

This week Isaiah Headen and Sam discuss whether it’s worth it for a sketch to have too many props and they experience a true Christmas prop miracle! This week’s props: a plastic black army helmet and two reindeer masks. The post Episode 9: Isaiah Headen appeared first on Crossroads Comedy Theater.

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Episode 8: Jen Curcio

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2022/12/08

This week’s guest is Jen Curcio, the artist behind the podcast’s graphic. Jen and Sam discuss major prop pare downs and deep cut Halloween costumes. The episode’s props: Large Marge glasses and a pageant dress and wig. The post Episode 8: Jen Curcio appeared first on Crossroads Comedy Theater.

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Episode 7: Julia Celley

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2022/11/24

Guest Julia Celley (Locked in Julia’s Basement, The Darlings & Goat Rodeo) and Sam discuss procrastination as motivation (though it may cause Sam frustration) and they set their sights on becoming weird artists. This week’s props: The Sad Peanut Man and a child sized mannequin with a box of dismembered hands and feet. The post Episode 7: Julia Celley appeared first on Crossroads Comedy Theater.

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Episode 6: Meg Favreau

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2022/11/10

Our guest this week is Meg Favreau. Sam and Meg chat about how sketches don’t always have to make sense and writing an entire script around one dumb gimmick. This episode’s items: a small fake duck and a grayscale costume dress and wig. The post Episode 6: Meg Favreau appeared first on Crossroads Comedy Theater.

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Episode 5: Alyssa Truszkowski

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2022/10/27

On this week’s episode, Sam talks with Alyssa Truszkowski about how props are divided up among members of a sketch group and Alyssa comes up with a plan that could shut down the whole podcast! The post Episode 5: Alyssa Truszkowski appeared first on Crossroads Comedy Theater.

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Episode 4: Kait Thompson

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2022/10/20

This week Kait Thompson and Sam discuss how elaborate props can make sketches better and how old is too old to play a child in a comedy sketch. This week’s props: a plastic lobster and children’s footy pajamas. The post Episode 4: Kait Thompson appeared first on Crossroads Comedy Theater.

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Episode 3: Brian Kelly

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2022/10/13

This week we have a mini Secret Pants party with guest Brian Kelly (Secret Pants & Mean Wendy Band). We discuss the potential of repurposing props and how some props can enable you to hoard other props. This episode’s items: a (very large) disassembled spaceship control panel and three shopping baskets. The post Episode 3: Brian Kelly appeared first on Crossroads Comedy Theater.

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Episode 2: Jacquie Baker

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2022/09/28

Our guest this week is Jacquie Baker (Flat Earth & The Incredible Shrinking Matt and Jacquie). We talk about how high school memories only get better with age and that time we all had a case of pope fever. This week’s props: Jacquie’s cap and gown and a cardboard cutout of Pope Francis. The post Episode 2: Jacquie Baker appeared first on Crossroads Comedy Theater.

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Episode 1: Joe Moore

Should I Keep This? ·

2022/09/28

In our first episode with guest Joe Moore (Dog Mountain & Steve Swan Vs Joe Moore) we discuss items that remind us of sketches that bombed and how costumes worn on big stages can be very hard to let go. Today’s props: a homemade basketball jersey and Alvin and the Chipmunks costumes. The post Episode 1: Joe Moore appeared first on Crossroads Comedy Theater.

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Should I Keep This? Trailer

Should I Keep This? ·

2022/09/28

On “Should I Keep This?” sketch performer Samantha Russell (Secret Pants, Goat Rodeo & Youth Large) talks with fellow comedians about props they’ve been holding on to and whether or not they should keep them. No matter how useless an item may seem, the emotional connection to comedy props can be strong. New episodes […] The post Should I Keep This? Trailer appeared first on Crossroads Comedy Theater.

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