Yes, Also

Laci Mosley (Scam Goddess, Going Dutch) talks about finding balance, her journey from Texas to Hollywood, four clear paths to an acting career, choosing improv over standup, letting go of the rules, embracing voice of reason, the diversity scholarship, funny Hollywood stories, her most memorable Harold, the first dates opening, meaty interview questions, inspiring moves, stellar improv advice, producing what you want to see on stage, and more!Listen to part two of this episode, and get tons of bonus episodes and other perks at https://yesalso.supercast.com/.Subscribe on YT: https://www.youtube.com/@YesAlsoPodcastFollow us on instagram @yesalsopod or on TikTok @yes.also.podEmail your ideas and questions: yesalsopod@gmail.comHost: Suzi BarrettProducer: Ryan RosenbergAudio/Video Editor: Brian KesslerMarketing: Britt Faye

Santina Muha (UCB, One Day at a Time) talks about the overlap of improv and game-playing, status in scenes, giving disability a comedic voice, the specific challenges of improvising in a wheelchair, why she loves sitcoms, her near death experience, making theaters accessible, adaptability in improv, the crucible of Harold night, using the Harold as a writing framework, playing the “bitchy yes”, monoscenes, working with Amy Poehler, and more!Listen to part two of this episode, and get tons of bonus episodes and other perks at https://yesalso.supercast.com/.Subscribe on YT: https://www.youtube.com/@YesAlsoPodcastFollow us on instagram @yesalsopod or on TikTok @yes.also.podEmail your ideas and questions: yesalsopod@gmail.comHost: Suzi BarrettProducer: Ryan RosenbergAudio/Video Editor: Brian KesslerMarketing: Britt Faye

Brian Stack (Late Night with Conan O’Brien, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert) talks about the Chicago scene in the early 90’s, Jazz Freddy, the dawn of tags and sweep edits, two back / one forward, turning mistakes into gold, heightening a scene with back line support, group physicality, his years on the Conan O’Brien staff, Gravid Water, the gift of emotion, big swings, hilarious tales of bombing onstage, how improv has changed, favorite characters, legendary object work, beating writers block, and more!Listen to part two of this episode, and get tons of bonus episodes and other perks at https://yesalso.supercast.com/.Subscribe on YT: https://www.youtube.com/@YesAlsoPodcastFollow us on instagram @yesalsopod or on TikTok @yes.also.podEmail your ideas and questions: yesalsopod@gmail.comHost: Suzi BarrettProducer: Ryan RosenbergAudio/Video Editor: Brian KesslerMarketing: Britt Faye

It's our very special One Year Anniversary episode, and we flipped the script by having Ryan interview Suzi!Suzi Barrett (Sentimental Lady, Comedy Bang Bang) talks about treating your brain like a scene partner, evolving games, unlocking creative play, Sentimental Lady, the space between the laughs, her early days in Chicago, improv as a metaphysical experience, favorite moves that teammates have made, killer improv exercises, applying new knowledge to shows, finding what works for you, teaching vs. coaching, her favorite characters to play, and more!Listen to part two of this episode, and get tons of bonus episodes and other perks at https://yesalso.supercast.com/.Subscribe on YT: https://www.youtube.com/@YesAlsoPodcastFollow us on instagram @yesalsopod or on TikTok @yes.also.podEmail your ideas and questions: yesalsopod@gmail.comHost: Suzi BarrettProducer: Ryan RosenbergAudio/Video Editor: Brian KesslerMarketing: Britt Faye

Colton Dunn (Superstore, Key and Peele) talks about his short form roots, taking big leaps, seeing UCB before they had a theatre, wild memories from Boom Chicago, why he loves straight-manning, finding a scene’s tempo, his approach to teaching, Superstore, Key and Peele, how genre informs his play, performing at Radio City, favorite scenes, strange corporate shows, and more!Listen to part two of this episode, and get tons of bonus episodes and other perks at https://yesalso.supercast.com/.Subscribe on YT: https://www.youtube.com/@YesAlsoPodcastFollow us on instagram @yesalsopod or on TikTok @yes.also.podEmail your ideas and questions: yesalsopod@gmail.comHost: Suzi BarrettProducer: Ryan RosenbergAudio/Video Editor: Brian KesslerMarketing: Britt Faye

Rachel Bloom (Crazy Ex-Girlfriend) talks about how improv informs her writing, her Netflix special, surprising an audience, finding a show’s tone, coaxing your confidence, balancing cerebral comedy with emotion, contact improv, Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, the role of a song’s bridge, her love of villains, the perception of leading ladies, imposter syndrome, how motherhood has changed her comedy, sketch vs. improv characters and more!Listen to part two of this episode, and get tons of bonus episodes and other perks at https://yesalso.supercast.com/.Subscribe on YT: https://www.youtube.com/@YesAlsoPodcastFollow us on instagram @yesalsopod or on TikTok @yes.also.podEmail your ideas and questions: yesalsopod@gmail.comHost: Suzi BarrettProducer: Ryan RosenbergAudio/Video Editor: Brian KesslerMarketing: Britt Faye

Dave Buckman and Rachel Madorsky, co-owners of Coldtowne Theatre, discuss UCB's recent acquisition of their beloved Austin venue. They explore the emotional significance of Coldtowne as a cultural cornerstone, the opportunities for growth in the local improv scene, and the balance between maintaining its unique identity while benefiting from UCB’s resources. The duo also address the challenges and excitement of navigating a post-pandemic Austin for artists, all while celebrating the vibrant, collaborative spirit of the community.

Dave Buckman (Executive Producer of ColdTowne Theater in Austin) talks about climbing the ranks at Second City, major takeaways from The Annoyance / Second City / iO, impactful play, the back pocket, fulfilling your promise to an audience, constructing a killer running order, directing at Boom Chicago and Second City, the unlikely origins of ColdTowne, the challenges of running a comedy theatre, the necessity of compromise, mastering low status characters, playing the reluctant “yes”, scenes that endow the audience, the improv show that made him cry, and more! Hear part two of this episode, and get tons of bonus episodes and other perks at yesalso.supercast.comSubscribe on YT: https://www.youtube.com/@YesAlsoPodcastFollow us on instagram @yesalsopod or on TikTok @yes.also.podEmail your ideas and questions: yesalsopod@gmail.comNew episodes every Tuesday!

Mike McLendon, a veteran improviser from The Second City, iO, and UCB, shares his journey shaped by being an army brat and finding his comedic voice. He dives into the nuances of improv, discussing the importance of making every moment count and the art of delivering effective payoffs. Mike reflects on the challenges and humor found in his transition from the Chicago improv scene to cruise performances, emphasizing mentorship and the significance of genuine connections on stage. Their insightful chat is a treasure trove for anyone interested in the world of improv!

Beck Drysdale (Key and Peele, Second City) talks about writing jokes as a kid, quitting school to move to Chicago, lessons from Second City, being daunted by the talent of others, the necessity of being bad, improvising vs. fast writing, where smart meets dumb, The Muppets, twoprov, unlearning, playing what’s already there, finding the unusual in the mundane, the anatomy of listening, the “and” of “yes and”, heightening vs. inventing, the origin of The Clubhouse, cross pollination, and more!Hear part two of this episode, and get tons of bonus episodes and other perks at yesalso.supercast.comFollow us on instagram @yesalsopod Email us with your ideas and questions @ yesalsopod@gmail.com New episodes every Tuesday!