Improv is Dead

This week we lost Noah Gregoropoulos. Noah shaped the modern improv landscape as both a teacher and performer, leaving behind an unparalleed legacy at iO Chicago. He was not only one of the most important figures in improv, he was one of the kindest. Dan and Tim take a few minutes to share some memories about a great teacher and a great friend.

Here is a great recap of Noah's career and contributions to improv:

Chicago Sun-TimesNoah Gregoropoulos dead: Influential Chicago improv ...Noah Gregoropoulos, an influential actor and teacher who helped build the skills of generations of Chicago improvisers, has died at 63

Here are two podcasts where Noah gets to dig into theory and shares some wisdom:

Improv Nerd with Noah Gregoropoulos

I Love Improv with Noah Gregoropoulos

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The FUDGE boys are back together as Damian Anaya joins Tim and Dan for the 2022 Christmas Spooktacular to chat and 'prov about some memorable annual Christmas commercials!

Damian performs weekly at the newly re-opened iO Chicago in Your F***ed up Relationships! Get your tickets here!

Performers:

Damian Anaya (@DamianAnaya)

Tim Lyons (@TimLyons)

Dan White (@atdanwhite)

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This week we're joined by the hilarious Jacqueline Felker and Becca Slack! We chat'n'prov about high school reunions, hyper local city planning, creepy teachers and more!

Performers:

Jacqueline Felker (@whatthefelk)

Becca Slack (@ohboybeccaslack)

Tim Lyons (@TimLyons)

Dan White (@atdanwhite)

This week we got Seriously Unprepared with Jo Scott and Jeff Murdoch! We chat'n'prov about home improvement, college rivalries, and keeping the Hard Rock Hotel pool clean.

Check out Jo Scott in Funny Games, live at The Elysian Theater Wednesdays nights! Put your name in the hat and get in free, but you gotta do a minute if you get called up! Get tickets here!

Listen to Jeff on his podcast Mystery County Monster Hunters Club

Performers:

Jeff Murdoch (@jmurdoink)

Jo Scott (@funnygamesla)

Tim Lyons (@TimLyons)

Dan White (@atdanwhite)

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It's our first episode back in the New Year and we're flying solo as a duo! We decided to do something a little different based on improv pervert Matt. S's suggestion and do a scene based on what AI program ChatGPT had to offer. It's short and sweet, but filled with butter beer and wizarding treats! Dan also gives his AI hot take.

Performers:

Tim Lyons (@TimLyons)

Dan White (@atdanwhite)

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This week Dan and Tim welcome Trent Dozier and Nia Demilio! They talk Nia's Covid exposure and Trent's contract tracing, the appropriate amount of garbage in the garbage bin, and smelling nice for mommy!

Performers:

Trent Dozier (@trent_dozier)

Nia Demilio (@nia_demilio)

Tim Lyons (@TimLyons)

Dan White (@atdanwhite)

Trent's 5 Plugs

1. @nia_demilio's Beach Boys playlists
2. The Tournament Podcast
3. I Love Improv Podcast
4. Comedy Town at Lyric Hyperion
5. FUDGE and Superhuman

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This week we're joined once again by Superhuman! They are an absolute delight as we chat'n'prov about New Year's Resolutions, Dry January, and Katie and Dan's favorite grocery - ALDI!

Super Human has been performing together since 2012 and recently launched Super Human Collective LLC - a corporate development training service that uses improv to teach everything from team-building and communication to leadership and public speaking skills.

You can learn more about Super Human Collective at www.wearesuperhumancollective.com

Performers:

Amber Walker (@amber.walker.pottery)

Mary Cait Walthall (@meercait)

Katie Klein (@kajklein)

Sarah Ashley (@Saashleyy)

Tim Lyons (@TimLyons)

Dan White (@atdanwhite)

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Fan Favorites Laurel Krabacher and Lawrence Collerd are back to chat 'n 'prov about house hunting, child actors, and yards!

Laurel Krabacher

Lawrence Collerd

Tim Lyons (@TimLyons)

Dan White (@atdanwhite)

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This week we get to welcome the very funny Rayna Caskey and Erin Uttich to the pod! We chat'n'prov about the best cancelled plans, desserts, and comfortable shirts!

Performers:

Rayna Caskey (@raynacaskey)(Instagram)

Erin Uttich (@euttich)(@liltootiesonly)

Tim Lyons (@TimLyons)

Dan White (@atdanwhite)

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The Princeton New Money Ass Clowns (Farrell Walsh, Louie Saunders, and Jorin Garguilo) stop by to chat 'n prov about Q Anon, failed marriages, and the eternal damnation of cucks. Plus Jorin gives a defense of The Snyder Cut.

Farrell, Louie, and Jorin were members of the legendary iO Harold team 'Revolver' and are currently all performers at CIC Theater (where Farrell serves as Artistic Director).

To learn more about CIC classes and shows visit: www.cictheater.com

Performers:

Farrell Walsh (@FarrellWalsh)

Louie Saunders (@LouieSaunders) (H.u.h... Podcast)

Jorin Garguilo (@joringarguilo)

Tim Lyons (@TimLyons)

Dan White (@atdanwhite)

This episode was edited by our good friend Joe Gallagher. Thanks, Joe!