Opening act: The wonderful Rebecca Vigil accompanied by the debut of Cameron Ford! And for the main event, don't miss our all-star cast: Jonathan Desley , Jeff Scherer , Rachel Scherer , Lou King and Matt Giroveano With Foley, announcements, and sound design by the wondrous Frank Todaro Audio Recording by: The PITcast...
Oct 27, 2016•51 min
Opening act: the hilarious Rory Scholl (Royals Improv) improvising 1940's-style tunes based on your suggestions! Accompanying him—the amazing Rachel Kaufman on keys! And for the main event, don't miss our all-star cast: Jonathan Desley , Jeff Scherer , Rachel Scherer , and Beth White ! With Foley, announcements, and sound design by the wondrous Frank Todaro Audio Recording by: No Future Photography NEXT SHOW THURSDAY SEPT 8th at 7pm!...
Sep 06, 2016•52 min
Jenn and Jay are joined in the attic by their producer Mark to discuss the devastating events of the past couple of days: Alton Sterling and Philando Castile along with the events of the past few months. How do we change things for the better? Where do we go from here as a society? Why is Jenn doing the podcast with her head on a pillow? Theme Song: "Breakdown" by Homesick Sun Produced by: The PITcast
Jul 08, 2016•55 min
The Improvised 1940s Science Fiction Radio Show! Starring: Rachel Sherer, Jeff Sherer, Beth White, Matt Giroveanu, Geoff Grimwood and King Lou Opening Act: Rebecca Vigil with Dan Reitz Announcer / Foley Artist / Music Direction: Frank Todaro Created by: Tony Carnevale
Jul 06, 2016•49 min
Mark sits down with comedy legend Michael McCarthy in the PIT Attic to talk about Second City, teaching comedy writing, improv as an artform, the benefits of martial arts and the joys of humility. Sign up for Michael McCarthy's workshop "Extreme SNL" on May 29th from 1-4pm at the PIT. https://thepit-nyc.com/class/2016-05-29-extreme-snl PITcast Theme Song: "Breakdown" by Homesick Sun
May 19, 2016•41 min
Jenn and Jay take to The PIT's Underground Stage for a live recording of the podcast. They are joined by special guests Miss Piggy and John Wayne as well as a very passionate audience member, Braxton. Special Guest: David Carl Produced by: The PITcast
May 03, 2016•48 min
The Improvised 1940s Science Fiction Radio Show featuring: Jonathan Desley, Lou Fernandez, Jeff Scherer, Beth white, Greg Triggs, Michael Sansonia Musical Guest: Greg Triggs Musical Accompaniment by Michael Sansonia Announcer/Foley Artist/Music Direction: Frank Todaro Tech by: Christine Pynn
Apr 29, 2016•41 min
Jenn and Jay sit down with their producer, Mark, on the day of Prince's death to discuss: - their favorite Prince song - Lasagna - Jay on Kelly and Jay - The Guggenheim and other museums - Heaven vs. Jamaica - #buttcheckholes produced by: Mark Stetson and The PITcast
Apr 28, 2016•43 min
Jenn and Jay hang out in the attic with their producer, Mark, and talk about auditions you may/may not be good for, Kobe Bryant and what it's like being friends with comedians. Theme song: "Breakdown" by Homesick Sun
Apr 20, 2016•44 min
Jenn and Jay are joined by the hilarious and talented Katie Hartman in the PIT Attic. They get into topics like: sexism in comedy, what it means to be objectified in comedy and the one Vanessa L. Williams in the room. Produced by: The PITcast Theme Song: "Breakdown" by Homesick Sun
Apr 13, 2016•34 min
Mark sits down with Brian McCann, former writer of "Late Night with Conan O'Brien", producer of "Totally Biased with W. Kamau Bell", head writer of "Nikki & Sara Live", executive producer of "White Guy Talk Show". They talk about Brian's upcoming show, aptly titled, "Talk. Show.", a completely improvised Talk Show. They also talk about which of his characters were his favorite from "Late Night with Conan", why certain kids' movies from our childhoods don't hold up, how hard it can be to be t...
Apr 06, 2016•1 hr 9 min
Opening act: Evan Kaufman accompanied by Michael Sansonia X Plus One Cast: Jonathan Desley, Lou Fernandez, Matt Giroveanu, Geoff Grimwood, Jeff Scherer, Rachel Scherer Announcer/Foley Artist/Music Direction: Frank Todaro Created by Tony Carnevale PITcast Theme : "Breakdown" by Homesick Sun Next Show, THURSDAY, April 7th @ 8pm!
Apr 05, 2016•44 min
Jenn and Jay meet up in the attic to talk about being overwhelmed, how to use Snapchat, their daily routines and age gaps in dating. Produced by: Mark Stetson and The PITcast Theme Song: "Breakdown" Homesick Sun
Apr 01, 2016•48 min
Mark chats with Bruce Jarchow and Nancy McCabe-Kelly ("Second City") about their show this weekend, "Been There, Still There" on The Striker Stage. They talk about being at Second City in the 70s, how "Blues Brothers" changed the way movies were made in Chicago, working with Del Close, Paul Sills, Harold Ramis, John Belushi, and many more names and stories that made Mark drool. Produced by: The PITcast Theme Song: "Breakdown" by Homesick Sun
Apr 01, 2016•57 min
Jenn and Jay took Here's What I Would Say to the New York Improv Festival Stage with Special Guest, David Carl. They got "celebrity call-ins" from Bill Clinton, Sylvester Stallone and Miss Piggy. NYCIF Tech: No Future Photography PITcast Tech / Producer: Mark Stetson Impressions by: David Carl
Mar 24, 2016•49 min
Mark sits down with PITizen and Second City Alumn, Patrick McCartney to talk improv, the arc and future improv, New York City Theater scene in 90s, and comic books memories! Sound Recording by: The Atlantic Transmission Theme Song: "Breakdown" by Homesick Sun
Mar 17, 2016•49 min
Jenn and Jay bring on guest producer, Myka Fox, to discuss topics such as: Loneliness, Nose Herpes, sleep-farting and the acceptable timeframe for a hug. Produced by: Mark Stetson and The PITcast Theme Song: "Breakdown" by Homesick Sun
Mar 15, 2016•59 min
Opening act: Robin Rothman accompanied by Michael Sansonia X Plus One Cast: Jonathan Desley, Lou Fernandez, Geoff Grimwood, Jeff Scherer, Rachel Scherer, Beth White Announcer/Foley Artist/Music Direction: Frank Todaro Created by Tony Carnevale
Mar 09, 2016•56 min
Episode 2 of the now-weekly podcast, "Here's What I Would Say With Jenn and Jay" where they host a number of different callers, such as Gary Busey, Nick Nolte and Foghorn Leghorn. Special Guest: David Carl Theme Song: "Breakdown" by Homesick Sun
Mar 09, 2016•59 min
The first episode of the Here's What I Would Say podcast on The PITcast network! Jenn and Jay take questions from fans and talk about the status of the world, their friendship and sex. produced by: Mark Stetson and The PITcast Theme Song: "Breakdown" by Homesick Sun
Mar 02, 2016•57 min
Pete joins Mark in The PIT Attic to talk about his upcoming SOLO show "A Special Evening with Pete LePage". They talk about their hometown neighborhood spots, the first comic books they ever got and their deep loves of FUNK. Oh...and they talk about improv and teaching improv and all that good stuff too! Audio Engineering by The Atlantic Transmission "PITcast" Theme Song: "Breakdown" by Homesick Sun
Feb 11, 2016•1 hr 17 min
Attention, earthling! Prepare yourself for X Plus One, the improvised science-fiction radio show straight out of 1940. Recorded live at WXPO studio as we fight bravely against the terrifying scourge of monsters, aliens, and women in the workforce. Get your fix of atomic saucers, ray guns, and metal men when you tune in for X Plus One! X Plus One's rotating cast includes stars of stage and screen! Jonathan Desley, Lou Fernandez, Matt Giroveanu, Geoff Grimwood, Jeff Scherer, Rachel Scherer, Beth W...
Feb 02, 2016•52 min
The multi-talented and silky-voiced Marshall York joins Mark in the PIT Attic to talk about his 31/31 project where he records a new song every day during the month of January. He has done so for the past 6 years. He shares his secrets to discipline, his musical inspirations and why he loves 24-hour improv festivals. Audio Engineering: The Atlantic Transmission Theme Song: "Breakdown" by Homesick Sun End Song: "Risky Endeavors" by Marshall York
Jan 28, 2016•1 hr 11 min
The absolute joy, Rachel Scherer, and Mark hang out in the PIT Attic and talk about her hit show "X plus One", mutual friends and how differently comedy is experienced all over. NYC Audio Engineering by The Atlantic Transmission Mexico Audio Engineering by Mark's Cellphone Theme song: "Breakdown" by Homesick Sun
Jan 13, 2016•1 hr 4 min
Erick joins Mark in the PIT attic to breakdown what he loves about improv, what he imparts on his students and how improv has changed his life for the better. Audio by: The Atlantic Transmission Theme song: "Breakdown" by Homesick Sun
Jan 11, 2016•15 min
Join moderator Peter Michael Marino (Edinburgh Fringe, Orlando Fringe, Hollywood Fringe, Adelaide Fringe, Brighton Fringe, Philly Fringe) and his experienced panel of festivalperformers for a onehour glimpse into the world of arts festivals so you can aim for the right one for your show. Panelists include: Harmon Leon, David Carl, Leila BenAbdallah, Les Kurkendaal, Christian Kelty, Michole Biancosino, Lucas Brooks, Wanda Carroll and Jon Bennett. Theme song: "Breakdown" by Homesick Sun...
Dec 17, 2015•1 hr 17 min
Mark and Nick go deep about racial issues, doing Late Night with Jimmy Fallon and pre-life hacks. Audio Services provided by: The Atlantic Transmission Theme: "Breakdown" by Homesick Sun
Dec 08, 2015•1 hr 12 min
Chelsea and Mark delve deep into Chelsea's work on VH1's "Big Morning Buzz Live", how she got "TRL" and what she did with Ralph Macchio's banana... Audio Engineer: Kent Wilhelm Theme Song: "Breakdown" by Homesick Sun
Dec 01, 2015•59 min
Mark and Caseen Gaines, author of "We Don't Need Roads: The Making of Back to the Future" and "Inside Pee-Wee's Playhouse", talk about the history of and the phenomenons that are BACK TO THE FUTURE and PEE-WEE HERMAN. They also riff on White Manna and what makes an on-point Pee-Wee Herman laugh. Special Song Credit: "White Manna" by Winter is Coming Audio Engineer: Kent Wilhelm Theme Song: "Breakdown" by Homesick Sun
Nov 24, 2015•52 min
Peter Michael Marino takes Mark through the beginnings of SOLOCOM, his love of the Edinburgh Fringe and his journey as a Solo performer. SOLOCOM is November 20th - 22nd at The Peoples Improv Theater Theme Song: "Breakdown" by Homesick Sun
Nov 17, 2015•59 min