Improv for the Podcast Improv for the Podcast #98: Adam Drennan
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Nov 13, 2025 Adam Drennan, a talented sketch comedian and software engineer, shares his unique journey into improv. He discusses how his love for TV shows like 'Arrested Development' influences his sketch work. Adam reveals the joys and challenges of improvisation, including his experiences with peer training and character development. He reflects on how improv has transformed his everyday life, making him more playful and less serious. Plus, get a sneak peek into his sketch 'The Blackwood Armada' and the fun dynamics that inspired it!
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Joining For A Friendly Creative Outlet
- Adam joined Improv for the People about a year ago to find an indoor creative outlet while living in Santa Monica.
- He picked IFTP because he heard it was the friendliest place and wanted a social, low-pressure environment.
Podcasts Sparked Improv Curiosity
- Adam found podcasts (Comedy Bang! Bang!, Hollywood Handbook) inspired his desire to improvise by modeling quick comedic instincts.
- Listening made him feel he could anticipate jokes and try the craft himself.
Use Improv As A Low-Stakes Hobby
- Try improv because it lifts your mood and gives immediate fun without long-term pressure.
- Use it as a low-stakes hobby that still offers clear paths to improve skills over time.