The Comedy Fix
Chris, Sam, Jaymie
The Comedy Fix is Chris Alvarado, Sam Miller, and Jaymie Parkkinen. In each episode, the three peer behind the curtain of comedy and performance to figure out what’s what.
Episodes
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Apr 15, 2021 • 1h 15min
Episode 17 - The Biz of Improv with Zach Huddleston
In this episode, Chris, Sam, and Jaymie are joined by Zach Huddleston to discuss the business side of improv and comedy theaters.
Apr 13, 2021 • 57min
Episode 16 - "It" Factor with Jaime Moyer
In this episode, Chris, Sam, and Mr. Jaymie are joined by Ms. Jaime Moyer to discuss the “It” factor in performance.
Apr 8, 2021 • 55min
Episode 15 - Believability
In this episode, Chris, Sam, and Jaymie discuss the concept of believability in performance and whether you need it or not.
Apr 6, 2021 • 54min
Episode 14 - Breaking
In this episode, Chris, Sam, and Jaymie wade through various types of breaking in performance and discuss if, when, and how to do it.
Apr 1, 2021 • 1h 11min
Episode 13 - Teaching Improv
Join the hosts as they dive into the art of teaching improv with lively debates. Discover the merits of a Socratic approach versus structured rules for kids. Explore the challenges of adapting teaching styles for different students and the post-pandemic shift towards physicality in workshops. They share insights on the importance of having a clear teaching point of view and the impact of influential mentors. Also, get ready for a bold 'Destroy Your Improv' workshop idea that promises to shake up seasoned performers!
Mar 30, 2021 • 56min
Episode 12 - Comedy Training Centers
In this episode, Chris, Sam, and Jaymie discuss the good, bad, and terrible of comedy training centers.
Mar 25, 2021 • 52min
Episode 11 - Confidence in Performance
The hosts dive into the contentious role of confidence in performance. They explore whether confidence is essential or just a delusion that can hinder growth. Chris shares his journey from faking confidence to feeling genuine ease on stage, while Jamie argues that confidence often serves as an ego shield. The discussion highlights the delicate balance needed for effective performance and questions the impact of overconfidence. Ultimately, they emphasize choosing a realistic perspective over blindly building life around confidence.
Mar 23, 2021 • 53min
Episode 10 - When Are You Good Enough?
In this episode, Chris, Sam, and Jaymie discuss when it is that you are good enough? Or does it matter?
Mar 18, 2021 • 59min
Episode 9 - Vulnerability
In this episode, Chris, Sam, and Jaymie debate the venerated concept of vulnerability in performance? Is it the key to success or is it only a piece of the puzzle?
Mar 16, 2021 • 58min
Episode 8 - Weird for Weirdsake
In this episode, Chris, Sam, and Jaymie discuss the concept of weird for weirdsake. Is there value in just being weird and contravening norms just to do it, or ought there to be greater meaning and purpose behind it?
