My Friend Lyssa

Season 1, Ep. 13 ("The Wheel of Comedic Timing"). The cast bonds on a fantasy saga. A Scottish couple discovers their Canadian friends are not what they seem. A City Council meeting erupts into tedium. Pets learn to use their words. The Taliban get PR help. And a new true crime podcast--with a delicious twist! Written by Lori Furth, Lyssa Graham, Dale Leopold and Jack Mooney. Featuring the vocal talents of the Suffolk & Goode Players: Rachel Dilliplane (Herself, Shackets Announcer, Citizen 2, Irene, Ali) Dustin Ebaugh (Jay, Sayed, Fairvale Mayor, Cud Announcer) Lori Furth (Herself) Lyssa Graham (Herself, Amy) Dale Leopold (Announcer, Himself, Mullah, Political Ad Tag Announcer) Nancy McLemore (Herself, Pet Owner, Box Box Announcer, Beatrice, Cud Woman) Chris Mezzolesta (Himself, Rex, Angus, Amir, Abdul, Nephew, Citizen 3, Cud Man) Karyn O'Bryant (Jake, Herself, Shacket Wife, Princess Piddypaws, Jane, Councilwoman, Diane, Brittany) George Washington III (Himself, Shacket Husband, Heller, Citizen 1, Sheriff), and special guests Garnet Williams (Pet Announcer, Gord) and Mike Pongrancz (Dudley, Sparky). Original Music composed and performed by Chris Mezzolesta. The song "The Scary-Go-Round" was written by Dale Leopold and Chris Mezzolesta, and performed by Rachel Dilliplane. Editing, Sound design and audio production by Dale Leopold Artwork by Richard McMurry

Bonus Episode 5 ("Fantasy on Galveston Island"). Lyssa and Dale, while attempting to promote the show's new Bandcamp site (sagplayers.bandcamp.com), instead get into a deep discussion about fantasy epic sagas, including The Wheel of Time. Plus: out-takes from our last two episodes! Choose you Ajah wisely.

Season 1, Ep. 12 ("Monsterpiece Theatre"). When Moderates Attack. An employee airs her grievances. A legendary sportscaster makes an unforgettable exit. And we examine various monsters and scary things, both old and new. Boo! Written by Lori Furth, Lyssa Graham, Dale Leopold and Jack Mooney. Featuring the vocal talents of the Suffolk & Goode Players: Rebecca Davis (Red Apron Announcer, Igor, Scary Neighbor #2) Dustin Ebaugh (Jay, Wolfman Announcer, Tom Cole, Ambien Announcer,) Lori Furth (Protester #1, Ellen Sadler, APA Announcer, Scary Neighbor #3) Lyssa Graham (Herself, sheep, Miss Collins, Ad Voice 2) Dale Leopold (Announcer, Himself, Dracula, Scary Neighbor #1) Nancy McLemore (Wolfman victim, Nightmare Mom) Chris Mezzolesta (Red Apron Dad, Reporter, Wolfman, Jimmy Highbottom, Freddie, Nightmare Dad) Karyn O'Bryant (Jake, Red Apron Mom, Dracula victim) George Washington III (Protester #2, HR Director, Steve, Joey, Dr. Frankenstein), and introducing Rachel Dilliplane (HR Secretary, Tina, Cheerleading Squad. Kid Walla) Original Music composed and performed by Chris Mezzolesta. The song "Nightmare on Our Street" was written by Lori Furth and Chris Mezzolesta, and performed by Nancy McLemore and Chris Mezzolesta. Editing, Sound design and audio production by Dale Leopold Artwork by Richard McMurry

Season 1, Ep. 11 ("I Hate Surprises"). A Trivia Night like no other. A Little House on the Aerie. Jake wants to host amphibian guests. And a Twitch star revels in the spotlight. Written by Lori Furth, Lyssa Graham, Dale Leopold and Jack Mooney. Featuring the vocal talents of the Suffolk & Goode Players: Rebecca Davis (Janet, Kayleigh, Olivia (Brad's wife)) Dustin Ebaugh (Jay,Eric, Crook 1, Trivia Host) Lori Furth (Supermarket Customer 1,) Lyssa Graham (Herself, Cashier, ) Dale Leopold (Announcer, Himself, George, Crook 2) Nancy McLemore (Margaret, Belinda (Larry's wife) Chris Mezzolesta (Ollie, Ben, Supermarket Customer 2, Brad) Karyn O'Bryant (Jake, Susan, Rhonda) and George Washington III (Fred, Arthur Downing, Larry) Original Music composed and performed by Chris Mezzolesta. The song "Twitch Will Make Me Rich" was written by Lori Furth and Chris Mezzolesta, and performed by Rebecca Davis. Editing, Sound design and audio production by Dale Leopold Artwork by Richard McMurry

Season 1, Ep. 10 ("Oh, That's Just Great!"). We explore the good, the bad and the funny of being The Best. We follow the thrilling exploits of the new Texas pseudo-cops. Who is the Greatest GOAT? Plus: the true Origin Story of our acting troupe! Written by Lori Furth, Lyssa Graham, Dale Leopold and Jack Mooney. Featuring the vocal talents of the Suffolk & Goode Players: Rebecca Davis (Herself, Lifestyles announcer, Doris, Actor Mom, Miss Information, GOAT Announcer, Audience Member 2) Dustin Ebaugh (Fetal Cop 1, Caveman, Romeo, Stagehand Vince) Lori Furth (Herself, Shatner announcer, Sheila, S&G Announcer, Miss Guided, GOAT Commentator) Lyssa Graham (Herself, Stoner, Lurleen, Peasant Wife, Actor Kid, Goat 1 ) Dale Leopold (Announcer, Himself, Mugger, Peasant, Actor 1, Goat 2, Gopal) Nancy McLemore (Herself, woman in Shatner, Pregnant Woman, Actor 2, Sherpa Anusha) Chris Mezzolesta (Himself, Man in Shatner, FVU Announcer, Theatre Emcee,Perfect Miss Host, Tom Brady, Audience Member 1) Jack Mooney (Himself) Karyn O'Bryant (Jake, Herself, Mean Girl mom, Dr. Powell, Actor 4, Miss Nomer, Sherpa Jenny) and George Washington III (Himself, Man 2 in Shatner, Doctor, Fetal Cop 2, Actor 3, Michael Jordan) Original Music composed and performed by Chris Mezzolesta. The song "'Mr. Confidence Man" was written by Dale Leopold and Chris Mezzolesta, and performed by Dale Leopold. Editing, Sound design and audio production by Dale Leopold Artwork by Richard McMurry

Season 1, Ep. 9 ("2% Inspiration, 98% Flagellation"). We examine the exciting and challenging lives of creatives and their creations. Old school detectives risk expulsion from polite society. Congress looks for subversives at Termite Terrace. A mysterious ailment targets right-wing radio hosts. A famous author has a fan encounter of the disturbing kind. Written by Lori Furth, Lyssa Graham, Dale Leopold and Jack Mooney. Featuring the vocal talents of the Suffolk & Goode Players: Rebecca Davis (Granny, Linda) Dustin Ebaugh (Troll 1, Rep. Hoffer, Flint, Chuck, Steve) Lori Furth (herself, Trolltech Announcer, Ms. Brown) Lyssa Graham (herself, Debbie) Dale Leopold (Announcer, himself, Bugs, Marvin, Caller) Nancy McLemore (Chloe, Bookstore Employee) Chris Mezzolesta (himself, Tristan, Daffy, Hugo, Tweety, Ed) Jack Mooney (himself) Karyn O'Bryant (Sci-fi writer, Britney, Rep. Davis, Agnes) and George Washington III (Troll 2, HUAC Chairman, Collins, Rick) Original Music composed and performed by Chris Mezzolesta. The song "'Inspiration" was written by Lori Furth and Chris Mezzolesta, and performed by Chris Mezzolesta. Editing, Sound design and audio production by Dale Leopold Artwork by Richard McMurry

Bonus Episode 3 ("To FuMPFest and Beyond!"). Lyssa and Dale are joined by the newest member of the Writer's Room, Jack Mooney. We discuss dogs, septic tanks, and Dale's trip to Chicago for the Funny Music Festival to meet Dr. Demento and perform with fellow cast members Chris Mezzolesta and Nancy McLemore. Plus: out-takes from our last three episodes, and our complete FuMPFest live set!

Season 1, Ep. 8 ("Under the Weather"). We look at the effects of Climate Change on coastal dwellers, vacation destinations, and closet monsters. Noah suspects that God may be up to His old tricks. Lyssa gets an unexpected offer from a realtor. Written by Lori Furth, Lyssa Graham, Dale Leopold and Jack Mooney. Featuring the vocal talents of the Suffolk & Goode Players: Rebecca Davis (Tiffany Monster, Sniffly Kid 3, Realtor) Dustin Ebaugh (Jay, Sunscreen Announcer, S orry Dad) Lori Furth (Lainey, Alice, Sorry Mom, ) Lyssa Graham (herself, Mary Magdalene, Carla) Dale Leopold (Announcer, himself, News Anchor, Gabriel Angel, Ted,) Nancy McLemore (Holly Angel) Chris Mezzolesta (Hot Summer Announcer, Noah,Oklahoma Announcer, Dino Robot, Sniffly Kid 1) Karyn O'Bryant (Jake, Sniffly Kid 2) and George Washington III (Denver Beach Announcer, Floyd, God, Jesus, Oklahoma worker) Original Music composed and performed by Chris Mezzolesta. The song "'Look Out Below!" was written by Dale Leopold and Chris Mezzolesta, and performed by Nancy McLemore, Dale Leopold and George Washington III. The song "Sorry, Kids" was written by Lori Furth and Chris Mezzolesta, and performed by Lori Furth and Dustin Ebaugh. Editing, Sound design and audio production by Dale Leopold Artwork by Richard McMurry

Season 1, Ep. 7 ("Going on the Offensive"). Jake comes up with a Nerf Ninja plot to vaccinate beachgoers. A high-tech firm gives the gift of speech to those who would rather keep quiet. A woman goes door to door to sing about her low-carb diet. There's a touching appeal from America's bank robbers. An in-person town council meeting goes poorly. A singer hired to do a pro-vax PSA is a little unclear on the concept. Written by Lori Furth, Lyssa Graham, Dale Leopold and Jack Mooney. Featuring the vocal talents of the Suffolk & Goode Players: Rebecca Davis (Ninja Dad Announcer, Reporter Tracy, AI Voice 3, Citizen 1, Li'l Willie) Dustin Ebaugh (Jay, AI Voice 1, Robber 2, Mayor, Sound Engineer Barry) Lori Furth (Councilwoman Marsh, Ellen, Tory Sinclair) Lyssa Graham (herself, Wife, Robber 1, Eve, Mother) Dale Leopold (Announcer, himself, Ninja Dad 2, Manfred Muskox, Roddy Picker) Nancy McLemore (Mask PSA Announcer, Tallulah, Meme Announcer, Mary) Chris Mezzolesta (himself, British teen, AI Voice 2, O'Leary, Sean, Garth Klinker) Karyn O'Bryant (Jake, British Mum, Tara Schlittman) and George Washington III (himself, Ninja Dad 1, Announcer Bill, Chuck Tansley, Psych Savings Announcer) Original Music composed and performed by Chris Mezzolesta. The song "'Cause I'm Keto" was written by Dale Leopold and Chris Mezzolesta, and performed by Lori Furth and Lyssa Graham with Chris Mezzolesta and Nancy McLemore. The Vaccination PSA songs were written by Lori Furth and Chris Mezzolesta, and performed by Chris Mezzolesta. Editing, Sound design and audio production by Dale Leopold Artwork by Richard McMurry