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PITcast

A weekly podcast about all things PIT related
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Episodes

EPISODE 62: X Plus One

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, 201651 min

EPISODE 61: X Plus One

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, 201652 min

EPISODE 60: Here's What I Would Say with Jenn and Jay

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, 201655 min

EPISODE 59: X PLUS ONE - JUNE SHOW

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, 201649 min

EPISODE 58: Michael McCarthy ("SNL", "Second City", "Curb Your Enthusiasm", "Who's Line is It Anyway?", "Freaks and Geeks")

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, 201641 min

EPISODE 57: Here's What I Would Say with Jenn and Jay

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, 201648 min

EPISODE 56: X Plus One

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, 201641 min

EPISODE 55: Here's What I Would Say with Jenn and Jay

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, 201643 min

EPISODE 54: Here's What I Would Say With Jenn and Jay

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, 201644 min

EPISODE 52: Brian McCann ("Late Night with Conan O'Brien", "Totally Biased...", "White Guy Talk Show", "Nikki & Sara Live")

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, 20161 hr 9 min

EPISODE 51: X Plus One (March 10th, 2016)

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, 201644 min

EPISODE 50: "Here's What I Would Say with Jenn and Jay"

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, 201648 min

EPISODE 49: Bruce Jarchow and Nancy McCabe-Kelly ("Been There, Still There", Second City)

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, 201657 min

EPISODE 48: "Here's What I Wold Say with Jenn and Jay"

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, 201649 min

Episode 46: Here's What I Would Say With Jenn and Jay: Episode 3

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, 201659 min

EPISODE 45: X Plus One

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, 201656 min

EPISODE 44: Here's What I Would Say with Jenn and Jay (Episode 2)

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, 201659 min

EPISODE 43: Here's What I Would Say (Jenn Welch and Jay Malsky)

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, 201657 min

EPISODE 42: TEACHER FEATURE - Pete LePage ("Comic Book Club")

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, 20161 hr 17 min

EPISODE 41: "X Plus One" - The Improvised 1940s Science Fiction Radio Show

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, 201652 min

EPISODE 40: Marshall York ("Hello", "31/31")

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, 20161 hr 11 min

EPISODE 39: Rachel Scherer ("X plus One")

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, 20161 hr 4 min

EPISODE 37: Which Fest Next? (#tbt from SoloCom Festival)

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, 20151 hr 17 min

EPISODE 34: Caseen Gaines (author, "We Don't Need Roads: The Making of Back to the Future"

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, 201552 min
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