Every show has to start somewhere, but on this episode Julian and Hal break down how some real Shakespearian Comedies begin and how that unsettles some of the usual heuristics for evaluating the openings of narrative improv shows! The Statistical side of Mu gets some love in this one :). I am going to leave off the flow chart till the next episode!

This guest tells me he's on a global mission to help people optimize productivity with positivity.He delivers a rare blend of inspiring content and entertaining humor - using his experience as a stand-up and improvisation comic.Paul Osincup is F U N N Y and clever. He helps create happier, healthier, and more connected workplaces, too!Join in to hear us chitty-chat about: How his nerdy obsession became his career. The view point of kids and dogs - and why that matters Reframing stress into humor

Welcome to Faces of CI - conversations in Contact Improvisation. Our guest today is Stuart Phillips, Contact Teacher since 1980's joining us from Victoria, BC, Canada. From his wild roots at Bates College in the 1980's all day improvising to contact as charades on steriods. We chat about CI as weirdness, allowance, shadowwork, and therapeutic relief from our everyday lives. His style of improvisational contact, empahisis on the improvising, internal choice first over flow. Depatterning and

In a rich and provocative conversation, filmmaker Eduardo Williams discusses "The Human Surge 3," the would-be sequel to his 2016 work. This time, he shot it with 360-degree cameras, making for a singular cinematic experience. He describes the interplay between script and improvisation that forms the backbone of his process, as well as the inherently political nature of cinema and the significant influence of video games on his work. Reflecting on online interactions and the potential of virtual

Jayda Alvarez joins the pod to talk about dramatic irony! Put the comedy in your comedies by turning out to the audience and saying your inner thoughts!

Bonjour Menestres, Mesdames et Messieurs et bienvenue dans On n'a rien préparé! C'est un bonheur de vous accueillir pour cinquième saison d'impros, d'invité‧e‧s, de joie, de blagues, de bêtises en tout genre et plus si affinité! Dans cet épisode: 03:45 : on interviewe Quentoine Iron, champion d'extreme ironing12:00: on creuse les raisons d'un réveil douloureux en flash-backs,18:45: on suit les aventures du Chat Potté et de l'Âne, des personnages secondaires de

Welcome to the best of Mike and Friends 2023! No! We are not going to just play all the episodes in full, although you are very kind to say that, we have pulled some editing magic to collect together our favourite moments from the past season. TIMECODES ARE BELOW SO YOU CAN SKIP TO YOUR FAVOURITE BIT! This week Ben remembers fondly, Mike remembers and Harvey remembers fondly.TIMECODES:INTRO 00:00Bens Rude Cock (From Episode 17) 02:18Harvey Shits on The Walking Dead (From Episode 10) 05:44Bert's

Happy Holidays! The Shakespeare train keeps on chugging, so turn out to the audience and let out a guttural cry and a stream of inner thoughts!

HAPPY HOLIDAYS! As series one draws to a close on Mike and Friends, the boys are just in time for the festive spirit! In this special episode of Mike and Friends hear the boys celebrate Christmas in a way only they know how! This week Ben goes insane, Mike makes a film and Harvey eats a mince pie...and then another...and then another...and then oh dear...Submit Your 'would you rathers' For The Boys To Answer Here:https://www.instagram.com/mikeandfriendspod/Buy Merch And Help Support Us

Long ago, in the realms of Episode one, we heard of a legend, a myth a being of pure imagination: Ben's Partner. This episode we find ourselves near the end of series 1; Mike, Ben and Harvey have had many hard felt discussions with high passion and now here they are able to relax sit back and chat with the magical...Ben's Partner. This week Ben has his partner on the show, Mike talks to Ben's Partner and Harvey insults Ben's partner.Submit Your 'would you rathers' For The Boys To Answer

It's a new month and therefore we have a fabulous new treasure to explore. This week the girls chat about the importance of Kindness to yourself as well as how you show it to others. Follow Em: twitter.com/Stroudemr  linkedin.com/pub/emma-stroud Laughthinkplay.com Follow Anna: linkedin.com/in/anna-bartholomew-09206017 facebook.com/annacbartholomew instagram.com/annacbartholomew Follow Sarah: instagram.com/sarahbannock linkedin.com/in/sarahbannock Music Production with thanks to Adam and Helen at

In conversation with Herbal Elder Blaine 'the Herb Man' Andrusek. We cover music and herbal connections, improvisation, cranberries, growing plants like Pine & Papyrus, the curious connection between the Human Heart and the Earth, wilderness adventures, the limits to herbalism, and so much more...   This was chat number 16 in the Wild Wisdom & Storytelling series of interviews with Blaine Andrusek by Malcolm Saunders of Light Cellar.   What would you like to hear Blaine share his perspective on? Get

We dive into the Elizabethan language and grammar! For the grammar rules you can follow along with this page: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1teSwA7-5kqL7FJa6J-FU9DyITS1Y19zDumy75gRgufg/edit

They said it was all over…they should have known it wasn’t safe to record another episode of Mike and Friends! Following the chilling conclusion to episode 13, many have wondered if Ken Bingsman (Harvey’s imaginary friend) would return and today those questions are answered… yes.This week Ben becomes God, Mike gets a new girlfriend and Harvey is disgusted Submit Your 'would you rathers' For The Boys To Answer Here:https://www.instagram.com/mikeandfriendspod/Buy Merch And Help Support Us

Known for his observational comedy, Mark Maier joined me for a chat about his journey in comedy, writing radio ads, improvisation, teaching comedy and so much more. Mark is in Dubai for The Laughter Factory's Endless Fun End of Season Parties running this week in several locations in the city. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What a treat to have THE Lisa Rowland on to kick off our Shakespeare series! She is truly the Shakespeare GOAT and no one would be better to give the overview of what this format will be like! Stay tuned! Over the next nine episodes we will be teaching you everything you need to know to put on your very own totally-improvised, Shakespeare Play! I hope this episode gets you pumped up and ready to dive into the language next week!

Anna Mistele joins the podcast to talk about stage intimacy and how to safely practice intimacy and touch in an improvised setting! Adding intimacy to your practice plan can really help people feel secure and confident with finding their own boundaries and learning each others! To see this work in action check out: Example one: Skip to 20:03 if you want to see your hosts do a grounded intimate scene on ice ;) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Y_G9zNJv3Q Example two: see 21:10 to see your hosts do

MIKE IS BACK! Was he truly away? We welcome you all to Mike and Friends episode 16, the shortest episode so far but still bringing your weekly dose of bizarre stuff...you know the thing they do...whatever that is...anyway all of THAT is still here! This week Ben gets taller, Mike gets in trouble online and Harvey talks about the penis....Heavy is the head that sees the crown.Submit Your 'would you rathers' For The Boys To Answer Here:https://www.instagram.com/mikeandfriendspod/Buy Merch And Help

This week Sarah and Gini chat about the importance of Childs play through the 'curious' len of how science backs this, and the reason why its so important to bring a bit of Childs play into your life to simply feel a bit better! If you want to know more about the science then check out Gini own podcast Humanising to find out more about being human! https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/ podcast/humanising/id1715892723?i=1000634284899 Follow Em: twitter.com/Stroudemr  linkedin.com/pub/emma-stroud

Matt Chapman, clown extraordinaire, movement magician, and champion of introducing himself joins the Podast to give many words of wisdom on commedia, clown, game, movement, and teaching! This one was a really fun conversation for us and I hope you have fun listening!