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The Backline

The Sonar Network

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

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94:28

Translation

The Backline ·

2022/07/29

There are thousands of improv theatres and schools across the globe, each with their own style of improv. How do you find common ground onstage? How much can you expect of your scene partner? Is anything constant on all improv stages? Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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48:25

Burns

The Backline ·

2022/07/22

This episode Rob and Adam, discuss burns, roasts, and barbs. Also, why we burn, who to burn, and why saying mean things isn't always an act of cruelty. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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52:25

So We Bought An Improv School

The Backline ·

2022/07/08

In this episode, Rob and Adam fantasize about building a training centre. What does it look like? Who are the teachers? Who are the students? Also: the internet is bad, The Secret of Mana, and improv shows where other performers heckle you. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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47:51

The Cape Boys

The Backline ·

2022/07/01

This week's episode asks "Should improv jams be free?" and the result is a conversation about class disparity, improv whales, and the improv cape boys. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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56:25

What is My Improv Type?

The Backline ·

2022/06/23

This week Rob and Adam discuss: the First, the Second, and the Cross. As well as glue players, directors, and grinders. Also, Adam's mind is blown when Rob tells a story about jumping in a lake. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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61:18

Live From Dallas Comedy Club

The Backline ·

2022/06/11

This week, join host Corey Whaley as he interviews Rob and Adam about improv, modern art, and everything in between as part of the DCC Pod. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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47:19

Rules

The Backline ·

2022/06/03

"Improv rules, but then also there's improv rules." This week Rob and Adam, discuss the history of improv rules, what's necessary in an improv scene, and how to not get bogged by our artform's long history. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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46:30

Threesome

The Backline ·

2022/06/02

This week's episode delves into the world of three-person scenes, how they differ from duoprov, and the power of team dynamics. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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47:19

Mindset

The Backline ·

2022/06/02

"Improv rules, but then also there's improv rules." This week Rob and Adam, discuss the history of improv rules, what's necessary in an improv scene, and how to not get bogged by our artform's long history. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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58:13

Is Improv American?

The Backline ·

2022/06/02

In this episode, Adam and Rob look backwards to the origins of improv, how it spread across the world, and what's the difference between an American and a Canadian improviser. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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65:09

Marketable

The Backline ·

2022/04/28

This week Rob and Adam discuss what types of shows are marketable, how to sell them, and common pitfalls to avoid when advertising your production. Also, it's the debut of CREAM. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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55:12

Justification

The Backline ·

2022/04/21

In this episode, Adam and Rob discuss the justification, why we need it, why explaining too much causes problems, and the need for mystery in scenes. Also: Flash baths, re-reading books, and updates on a very important URL. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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62:37

Grounding the Surreal

The Backline ·

2022/04/14

This week, Adam and Rob discuss their criticism of "grounded scenes". In this episode: the reality of a scene, truth in improv, Norse creation myths, and how to make big, wild scenes work. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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54:03

RIP Marijuna Man

The Backline ·

2022/04/08

An updated 2022 our list of all the characters we are ready to retire. Also: the 5th Anniversary of the Assembly, UCB's new investors, the politics of accents, and why the mystery is a foundational cornerstone of science fiction universe. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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58:50

Getting Good

The Backline ·

2022/03/31

This week Rob and Adam discuss cornerstones of what conditions are necessary for improv mastery. Also discussed: teaching Improv 2, Malcolm Gladwell, migraines, and how to confront your improv partner if they miss an appointment. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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58:30

I Hate My Scene Partner

The Backline ·

2022/03/23

This week Rob (but mostly Adam) talk about what to do when things don't go your way onstage. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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49:54

To Coach or Not To Coach

The Backline ·

2022/03/17

This week Rob and Adam open up The Backline mailbag to answer your questions about teaching, directing, coaching and the difference between all three. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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41:25

Timing

The Backline ·

2022/03/17

This week Rob and Adam discuss the ever-elusive nature of comedic timing. As well as the show Last One Laughing, and what it means for fellow improvisers affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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57:42

Write (and then Forget) the Script

The Backline ·

2022/03/03

This week Adam interviews Rob about the process of creating the CBC podcast Limited Capacity. They discuss directing, improv as a writing tool, and why Rob wrote 5 full episodes, only to improvise through these scary stories instead. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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42:45

Is Online Improv Here to Stay?

The Backline ·

2022/02/24

From the vault: Rob and Adam share a never-aired episode of the Backline where they share their thoughts on online improv, Irish paganism, and drinking orange cokes. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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