This week the After Improv Podcast goes behind the scenes of the Planet Ant Writing 5 sketch show, aka “Monster Noises.” Learn about the backstage battles, the shifting alliances, the torrid affairs and the outright lying to get people to listen to your podcast. The gang also talks about the intense work that goes into producing a sketch show and what they’ve learned as budding directors. Most important: You still have two chances to see “Monster Noises,” Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. — for only $5! * Dress rehearsal * Surgery * Tranzos * It’s a good thing J.B. wasn’t there * The trouble with J.B.'s props * The trouble with J.B.'s sound effects * Kissing a dude * Oil check * Boss is scared of thunder * J.B. breaks his prop * Fact of the week * Peanut butter face * Blackouts * Jim calls 911 * Comments or whatever: @tonyaugusty