Improv and Magic

May 13 2024

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Welcome to the Improv and Magic podcast! This is a place where I share my two biggest loves: the craft of improvisational acting and the art of magic. I get to sit down and interview various friends, which include some of the biggest names in improv and magic. You'll hear these guests' biographies, as well as ideas, perspectives, and philosophies on improvisation and magic, and maybe even share some laughs! It's like "Inside the Actor's Studio", but specializing in improvisors and magicians. So join me in these improvised conversations that will truly by magical!

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Improv and Magic's One Year Anniversary!

May 13 2024 75 mins

Today is the 1 year anniversary of the Improv and Magic podcast, and we are celebrating with a very special episode. Today we look back at everyone's answer to the final question: What's the one piece of advice that has served you well that you'd want everyone else to hear? A very special thank you to all of our guests who've come on the show and shared their stori

Episode 43 - Dan Harlan

Apr 29 2024 88 mins

Today I got to talk to one of the most respected and celebrated names in magic. He’s the most versatile magician in the world. He is Dan Harlan. Dan has invented, performed, and taught more magic than any other magician... ever! In fact, he even updated the entire Tarbell Course in Magic, which is an eight-volume encyclopedia containing over 1200 tricks! Dan is one of the most in

Episode 42 - Patti Stiles

Apr 23 2024 90 mins

My guest today is Patti Stiles. Patti is an actor, director, playwright and teacher who specializes in improvisational theatre. She is a former Artistic Director of Rapid Fire Theatre in California, and a founding member of the award winning show Die Nasty – the live improvised soap opera. She is known as the “Queen of Improvisation” by the Canadian press. Patti has been feat

Episode 41 - Lisa Lynn

Apr 15 2024 88 mins

Today’s guest is beyond talented and a true inspiration to so many. My guest today is Lisa Lynn. Lisa Lynn is a multi-talented performer. She is an actor, singer, improviser, director, writer, and voiceover artist. After receiving her Honours Degree in Musical Theatre in 2009, Lisa moved to London and has been working as a performer there, and around the world, ever since. Lisa h

Episode 40 - Chris Alvarado

Apr 08 2024 61 mins

My guest is someone who’s loads of fun to talk to and learn from. Today, I’m talking to Chris Alvarado. He’s an amazing improv teacher and performer, and trained at The Second City Conservatory in Chicago, iO West, and UCB LA. Chris created his workshops to provide a space for work that is fun, but also meaningful. He believes in exploring beyond the rules so performers can f

Episode 39 - Brad Sherwood

Apr 01 2024 72 mins

I’m very excited to share that today’s guest is none other than Brad Sherwood! Of course you all know Brad from the Emmy nominated show Whose Line Is It Anyway where he performed for over 18 seasons as a regular. He is truly one of the greatest living American improvisers, and also has many other television credits like the Drew Carey Show, Talk Soup, The Newz, Improv-a-ganza,

Episode 38 - Nick Locapo

Mar 25 2024 63 mins

Today's guest is one of the busiest working magicians in the world, and his name is Nick Locapo. Nick Locapo is an internationally celebrated magician, instructor, and lecturer, and is also a regular performer at the world famous Magic Castle in Hollywood, California. Nick also performs at other well-known magic venues, like Chicago Magic Lounge, House of Cards, Mystique Dining

Episode 37 - Michael Dardant

Mar 11 2024 85 mins

Today, I got the opportunity to talk to another great magician! And, he is also a talented improviser as well! My guest today is Michael Dardant. Michael is an magician, actor, and comedian with over 30 years of experience. He’s a New Orleans favorite, and is one of the highest ranked magicians in the United States. He’s been a featured performer at the Hollywood Magic Castle,

Episode 36 - Gregory Hollimon

Mar 04 2024 65 mins

My guest today is such a talented performer and a real fun guy to be around. He loves what he does and he loves life, and he is Gregory Hollimon. Gregory is a veteran of the world famous Second City in Chicago, and performed with the National Touring company all over the United States. Throughout his career, he has performed in so many great improv shows, as well as various plays a

Episode 35 - Brian Palermo

Feb 26 2024 79 mins

Today’s guest is Brian Palermo. Brian is an actor, improv instructor, comedian and science communicator. He’s performed and taught at The Groundlings in Hollywood, California, and has performed alongside many well-known comedians such as Will Ferrell, Eddie Izzard and Harland Williams. He is also one of the original cast members of The Crazy Uncle Joe Show, one of The Groundlin