The Improv Saved My Life Podcast Episode #46 (Ian Dyer, Joshua Vivace & Ethan Diamond) In this episode, Tom is joined by two co hosts from the upcoming improv group “Everything’s Coming Up Millhouse”, local comedian & artist, Ethan Diamond (mrethandiamond.tumblr.com) and Joshua Vivace (“Hammerkatz") and guest, Ian Dyer ("Full Leather Jacket” , ImprovBoston Harold Night: Top Shelf Team “First Date"). Topics discussed include Ian’s globetrotting youth, The Harold structure, Ian’s improv ca...
Oct 11, 2014•1 hr 5 min
The Improv Saved My Life Podcast Episode #45 (David Marino & Ethan Diamond) In this episode, Tom is joined by local comedian & artist, Ethan Diamond (The Improv Saved My Life Podcast Episode #45 (David Marino & Ethan Diamond ) In this episode, Tom is joined by local comedian & artist, Ethan Diamond (mrethandiamond.tumblr.com) and guest, David Marino (Performer, Director & Executive Trainer at ImprovBoston ). Topics discussed include David's theatre background, performing at T...
Sep 27, 2014•1 hr 3 min
The Improv Saved My Life Podcast Episode #44 (Kathryn Jordan & Stacey Queripel) In this episode, Tom is joined again by his partner in crime, Stacey Queripel (Eagle, Come!) and guest, Kathryn Jordan (WNBA, Improv Asylum House Teams). Topics discussed include Kathryn’s improv career, performing with The WNBA, pretentious names and spelling bees. Also Mary Largenton and Joey Lopez drop in for a brief cameo. This week’s edition of “The Made Up Movie Game” features “My Favourite Game” a Cardigan...
Sep 20, 2014•1 hr 6 min
The Improv Saved My Life Podcast Episode #43 (Amanda Sousa & John MacGregor) In this episode, Tom is joined by two guests, Amanda Sousa (Seriously Bent Alumni, Improv Asylum House Teams) & John MacGregor (Seriously Bent, Just Suspects, What Up D'oh). Topics discussed include Amanda's improv origins in Suffolk's "Seriously Bent", John's time performing standup with Steve Sweeney, Improv Asylum House Teams & why no one ever makes "That's what he said" jokes. This week’s edition of “The...
Sep 13, 2014•1 hr 9 min
The Improv Saved My Life Podcast Episode #42(Samantha Gaus & Stacey Queripel) In this episode, Tom is joined by second time co host and good friend, Stacey Queripel (Eagle, Come!) and guest, Samantha Gaus (Secret Stash). Topics discussed include Samantha's inspiring story of overcoming cancer, her impressive stand up career, Secret Stash & the differences between the improv and standup communities. Also recent addition to Improv Asylum House Teams and Secret Stash member, Eddie McCabe ma...
Sep 13, 2014•1 hr 5 min
The Improv Saved My Life Podcast Episode #41(Eddie McCabe & Jeff Kucukistipanoglu) In this episode, Tom is joined by a pair of guests from improv group "Secret Stash", Eddie Mccabe (Secret Stash, Tech Operator at Improv Asylum) and Jeff Kucukistipanoglu (Secret Stash, Improv Asylum Hose Teams). Topics discussed include Jeff & Ed’s improv beginnings, Ed’s childhood and adult acting career, being runner up to Haley Joel Osment in "The Sixth Sense”, Secret Stash’s show at Improv Asylum, var...
Aug 29, 2014•56 min
The Improv Saved My Life Podcast Episode #40(Mary Largenton & Kelsey Judge Buckley) In this episode, Tom is joined by co host, Kelsey Judge Buckley (Stroopwafel, Usher at Improv Asylum) and guest, Mary Largenton (Improv Asylum House Teams, Improv Boston Harold Night team "Viceroy", Just Suspects, Okay Cowboy, BusCow & "Events Manager" at Improv Asylum). Topics discussed include Mary's interesting journey into improv, being the events manager at Improv Asylum, The WNBA, The Duel and Emers...
Aug 22, 2014•1 hr
The Improv Saved My Life Podcast Episode #38 (James Elwood & Stephie Kay) In this episode, Tom is joined by a duo of Secret Stache members, James Elwood (Secret Stache, Okay Cowboy, IA House Teams) & Stephie Kay (Seriously Bent, Secret Stache, Improv Asylum House Teams). Topics discussed include Stephie and James improv beginnings, the legacy of "Seriously Bent", The Del Close Marathon and Secret Stache's debut at Improv Asylum at "The Booby Trap" this Monday night. This week’s edition o...
Aug 09, 2014•43 min
The Improv Saved My Life Podcast Episode #37 (Mike Zakarian & Darrick Mello) In this episode, Tom is joined by co host and buddy, Darrick Mello and guest, Mike Zakarian (ImprovBoston Harold Team, “Viceroy”, “The Midy Zevlin”). Topics discussed include Mike’s improv origins, the nature of two person improv scenes, Mike’s improv duo “The Midy Zevlin” and Darrick’s love of sports. This week’s edition of “The Made Up Movie Game” features “Dog Sh*t” a Wu-Tang Clan inspired buddy comedy about two ...
Aug 02, 2014•43 min
"Today the boys are down a Zach and up a Tom. Tom Boyer joins the Deep Pod Cuts cast and they explore the strange world of Tube or Not Tube. Family Conspiracies, Secret Societies, and of course...tubes."
Jul 29, 2014•39 min
The Improv Saved My Life Podcast Episode #36 (Nate Lopez & Holly Tarnower) In this episode, Tom is joined by a duo of ImprovBoston Main Stage Actors, Nate Lopez and Holly Tarnower. Topics discussed include Nate and Holly’s improv origins, Nate’s time in the U.S Navy, Holly’s artistic youth and improv “prodigy status”, Urban Improv, both guests time at IB and Tom seeks clarification on what is implied by an adult woman telling him “See you later, alligator”. Should you check out this episode?...
Jul 26, 2014•4 min
Deep Pod Cuts - Season 1 - Episode 8 (“Shiver Me Tinders") This week's episode of Deep Pod Cuts we delve into the depths of Honolulu, Florida's surprisingly large fire building community with 'Shiver Me Tinders". We share feelings, talk about fire, and might even solve an arson or two!
Jul 23, 2014•38 min
The Improv Saved My Life Podcast Episode #35 (Jeff Rubin) In this episode, Tom is joined by guest, Jeff Rubin (“College Humor”, “Buzzfeed” & “The Jeff Rubin Jeff Rubin Show"). Topics discussed include Jeff's early days of video making, his time at “College Humor”, advice for internet video producers and the cool format of “The Jeff Rubin Jeff Rubin Show”. Jeff also gives a “Buzzfeed” style list of some of his favorite internet videos. Should you check out this episode? Yes, and…check out Jef...
Jul 20, 2014•34 min
The Improv Saved My Life Podcast Episode #34 (Tao Yang & Josh Vivace) In this episode... Tom is joined by co host Josh Vivace (“Flawed Victory”, “Hammer Cats”) and guest, Tao Yang (”ImprovBoston Harold Team “Viceroy"). Topics discussed include inventive improv structures, Topenga from “Boy Meets World”, acknowledging other performers good performances and Tao and Josh’s improv careers. Also there is a tease of a new show coming to B.I.T.S. "The Made Up Movie Game" for this week is “Unpretty”...
Jul 12, 2014•1 hr 7 min
The Improv Saved My Life Podcast (4th of July The Made Up Movie Game Bonus Episode) This episode features all of the "The Made Up Movie Game"s from the first 10 episodes of the podcast. Enjoy your 4th of July!
Jul 04, 2014•1 hr 28 min
Deep Pod Cuts - Season 1 - Episode 7 (“Checkers & Stripes") This week’s episode follows the "Deep Pod Cuts Crew" of Zach Bain, Ryan Pierannunzi and special guest Jeraul Mackey as they uncover a topical hidden gem of a podcast “Checkers & Stripes”, a podcast about soccer, uniforms & grass. Deep Pod Cuts, where all the podcasts are interesting and may or may not be made up. Check out Buscow at Hennessy's each week and also at Studio 40, Friday nights at ImprovBoston.
Jun 30, 2014•47 min
The Improv Saved My Life Podcast Episode #33 (Katie Shannon & Eric LaMonica) In this episode, Tom is joined by co host Eric LaMonica ("Improv Asylum’s NXT”, “Awkward Compliment”, “What Up D’oh?”) and guest, Katie Shannon (“Thompson Films”, “K&A”, “113 Days"). Topics discussed include Katie’s web series “K&A”, working with improvisers as actors, the process of making video content, Michael Bay, Eric’s improv and acting background and Katie’s film making career. Should you check out th...
Jun 27, 2014•44 min
The Improv Saved My Life Podcast Episode #32 (Ryan McFarland & Matt Ferrante) In this episode Tom is joined by co host, Matt Ferrante ("Hashtag Comedy", "Game of Scones") and guest, Ryan McFarland ("Awkward Compliment", Improv Asylum's "NXT", "Ghost Factory"). Topics discussed include Ryan's amazing intro for "Ghost Factory", his love of hosting, his chemistry with Mark O'Connel, Awkward Compliment and his improv career. This week's edition of "The Made Up Movie Game" features "Beautiful Gir...
Jun 21, 2014•49 min
The Improv Saved My Life Podcast Episode #31 (Ken Breese) In this episode, Tom is joined by guest, Ken Breese (Main Stage Actor at "ImprovBoston”, “Fine Line Comedy"). Topics discussed include performing naked improv, Ken’s comedy and improv past and future & “Lady Mix-Allot". This week there are two different editions of “The Made Up Movie Game” featuring “Crazy Town” in which two friends from Utah find more then what they bargained for at a backwoods country store & “Lonely Ol’ Night” ...
Jun 21, 2014•52 min
The Improv Saved My Life Podcast Episode #30 (Lori Strauss & Chris Griffin) In this episode, Tom is joined by co host, Christopher Griffin (“Current Eventuals”, “Always On Deck") and guest Lori Strauss (Director and Instructor at “ImprovBoston”, Host of “Moth Boston Story Slams"). Topics discussed include the influence of “The Simpsons” on adolescents, Lori’s improv routes and possible glass blowing future and her writing career. This weeks edition of “The Made Up Movie Game” features “Porch...
Jun 14, 2014•54 min
The Improv Saved My Life Podcast Episode #29 (Teddy Myers & Jeraul Mackey) In this episode, Tom is joined by co host, Jeraul Mackey (BusCow) and guest Teddy Meyers (Okay Cowboy, Mrs. Peanut, Doppelgiggle, Improv Asylum House Teams). Topics discussed include Teddy’s upstate NY roots, House Team auditions & the various improv and sketch groups that he is a part of. This weeks edition of “The Made Up Movie Game” features “As Tears Go By” a set of two very different Rolling Stones song inspi...
Jun 07, 2014•49 min
Deep Pod Cuts - Season 1 - Episode 6 (“Cod Pass") This week’s episode follows the "Deep Pod Cuts Crew" of Bill Fryer, Zach Bain, Ryan Pierannunzi as they uncover a hidden gem of a podcast “Cod Pass”, a podcast about a trio of salty seamen. If you dig improv and podcasts then you will dig this Enjoy and check out all of the awesome content on B.I.T.S, The Boston Improv Talk Station
Jun 05, 2014•43 min
The Improv Saved My Life Podcast Episode #28 (Matt Besser) In this episode, Tom is joined by very special guest Matt Besser (“Upright Citizens Brigade”, “ASSSSCAT”, “improv4humans with Matt Besser Podcast). Matt discusses how he got into improv, “The Upright Citizens Brigade Comedy Improvisation Manual” and gives advice on how to go from being a "good" improviser to a "great" improviser. You should give this episode a listen, it was truly an honor to have him on the podcast. Should you check thi...
Jun 03, 2014•23 min
Deep Pod Cuts - Season 1 - Episode 5 (“Black Barista") This week’s episode follows the "Deep Pod Cuts Crew" of Bill Fryer, Zach Bain, Ryan Pierannunzi and special guest Joey Lopez (“BusCow”) as they uncover a hidden gem of a podcast “Black Barista”, a podcast about the Black Metal Coffee Shop Community. If you dig improv and podcasts then you will dig this Enjoy and check out all of the awesome content on B.I.T.S, The Boston Improv Talk Station
May 27, 2014•37 min
The Improv Saved My Life Podcast Episode #27 (Ben Lewis & Marco Leone) In this episode, Tom Boyer is joined by co host, Marco Leone ("Hashtag Comedy") and guest, Ben Lewis (“Improv Asylum House Teams”, “Doppelgiggle” & “OK Cowboy"). Topics discussed include Ben’s training at multiple different improv training centers, House Teams, being casual acquaintances with people in the “adult” industry & the importance of having fun on stage. This week’s edition of “The Made Up Movie Game” fea...
May 24, 2014•1 hr 12 min
Deep Pod Cuts - Season 1 - Episode 4 (Farting Around) "Deep Pod Cuts" follows the “Deep Pod Cuts Crew” Bill Fryer, Zach Bain & Ryan Pierannunzi as they scour the inter-webs and find “lost” podcasts about their favorite subjects. In Episode 4 the crew uncovers the first fan submitted request the “Farting Around” podcast, a podcast about by three elderly gentlemen from Cinicinnati, NH that love arguing, complaining and farts. If you dig improv and podcasts then you will dig this Enjoy and chec...
May 20, 2014•48 min
The Improv Saved My Life Podcast Episode #26 (Tom Boyer) In this episode, Tom Boyer is joined by guest, Tom Boyer ("Eagle, Come!", "The Improv Saved My Life Podcast"). Curious about the title of the podcast? Find out exactly how improv really did save Tom's life in this podcast that explores his past, present and future. Also, for the first time Tom relates the story of how a head scratchingly bizarre "date" led to the formation of "Eagle, Come!" . This week’s edition of “The Made Up Movie Game”...
May 17, 2014•43 min
In this episode the Deep Pod Cuts crew of Bill Fryer, Zach Bain and Ryan Pierannunzi "dig up" a lost gem of a BBC podcast called "Sketches of Yesterday", a literary podcast featuring authors Lyle Wayne & John Stanley discussing their respective books in a heated manner. If you dig improv then you will dig this. Check it out, and check out all the great podcasts on BITS, The Boston Improv Talk Station!
May 13, 2014•27 min
The Improv Saved My Life Podcast Episode #25 (Christine Cuddy & Sarah Anne Harkness) In this episode, Tom Boyer is joined by co host, Sarah Harkness and guest, Christine Cuddy (Main Stage Cast at "Improv Asylum”, formerly Main Stage Cast at "ImprovBoston"). Topics discussed include Christine’s improv career at both IB and IA, dealing with anxiety in improv, the pressure of not watching “Game of Thrones” & Tom questions why people at parties want to force him to dance. Also Tom begins his...
May 10, 2014•48 min
This week the Deep Pod Cuts Crew Zach Bain, Ryan Pierannunzi & Bill Fryer "uncover" a new hidden gem of a podcast, "Daddy's Little Food Blog". "Daddy's Little Food Blog" is a wacky Tuscaloosa, Oklahoma based food podcast hosted by "Teddy Auerbach" and his colorful guests "Comah" and "Eric Pinkerton" in which they discuss Entomophagy (the practice of eating bugs), radishes and the evils of Banana Republic's polo shirts. If you dig improv, you will dig "Deep Pod Cuts"
May 06, 2014•39 min
