Best Jason Farr Podcasts (2025)

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A Thanksgiving Episode 2025 (No. 414) 34:49

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The "Of the Show" Gang is here (with a surprise guest) for a special Thanksgiving Episode! We don't go full Pop Talk, but we do give a Box Office prediction before talking about what we're thankful for and what we're un-thankful for. It's a fun chat! Listen wherever you get podcasts!Instagram: @EauSnapFragrance, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Thread…

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No. 413 - Ryan Cunningham on Producing and Directing Comedy 55:25

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We talk to the incredible producer and director, Ryan Cunningham! Ryan shares her journey from studying film at Rhode Island School of Design to working in comedy. She and Jason discuss her early fascination with film, pivotal experiences, and her eventual shift to comedy and television production. Ryan details her notable work on shows like 'Human…

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No. 412 - Filmmaking with Tina Detchon 51:39

10h ago51:39

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We talked to performer and filmmaker, Tina Detchon! We talk to our buddy Tina in this delightful chat ranging from improv to filmmaking to the unwritten subway rider etiquette of ignoring people so they don't have to talk for too long. She reflects on her journey through improv and filmmaking, drawing insights from her experiences at the Groundling…

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No. 411 - Crypto and Comedy with Viv Ford 42:45

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We talked to NYC-based comedian, Viv Ford! Viv talks to Jason about how she got into performing improv and being involved in the tech world. She also talks about her fascinating stint at the Crypto Castle in San Francisco. Viv shares insights from her college days at Vassar, her academic background in science and technology, and her travels across …

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No. 410 - Sydney Duncan on Comedy and Ballet 56:04

21d ago56:04

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We talked to character and sketch performer, Sydney Duncan! Jason talks to Sydney about her unique journey from being a professional ballet dancer to becoming a comedian in the improv and sketch comedy scenes. Sydney shares her struggles and triumphs, discussing her transition into comedy, her experiences in the New York improv scene, and her notab…

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No. 409 - Beth Newell on Reductress and Writing Comedy 53:54

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We got to talk to writer and Reductress co-creator, Beth Newell! In this episode Jason talks to Beth Newell about how she found her way into comedy, the origins of Reductress, and writing. She's also great at design! She discusses her background in design, her transition into writing, and her comedic influences. Beth also shares her experiences wit…

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No. 408 - Ophira Eisenberg Talks Taping a Stand-Up Special and More 1:02:00

1M ago1:02:00

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NYC stand-up comedian, Ophira Eisenberg (Ask Me Another) joined us for a great talk! Jason talks with stand-up comedian and former host of NPR's 'Ask Me Another,' Ophira about her early career path in Canada before moving to NYC, and how she transitioned from writing to stand-up comedy after college. The conversation delves into the dynamics of per…

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PopTalk - Obscure Horror Movie Bracket (No. 407) 1:15:49

1M ago1:15:49

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In this episode, Jason and the 'Of the Show' gang delve into their latest bracket: Obscure Horror Movies! They discuss a variety of modern and art house horror films, horror comedies, and even found footage gems. The crew shares their tough choices, personal favorites, and final selections as they navigate through the brackets. Highlights include m…

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No. 406 - An Ireland Episode 1:11:01

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No. 405 - NYC Improv with Jon Monje 51:31

2M ago51:31

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We talked to NYC improv staple, Jon Monje! Jason talks to improviser Jon Monje about his extensive journey in the world of improv. Jon shares his experiences starting at UCB in 2008, becoming a significant figure at the theater, and transitioning to the Magnet Theater post-pandemic. They discuss the unique, positive community at Magnet, the contras…

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No. 404 -The Story of John Twyn and the First Amendment 9:50

2M ago9:50

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In this episode we take it all the way back to 17th-century London to discuss the case of John Twyn and how it relates to America today. Twyn's story is about the harsh control of King Charles II and the Church of England and the restraints their control posed on religion, speech, and the press. We learn how those crackdowns ultimately influenced t…

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No. 403 - Rob Penty Talks Improv and Storytelling 46:24

2M ago46:24

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We have a great talk with NYC-based comedian and improviser Rob Penty. Jason and Rob discuss their time together on the team Glitter at the Magnet Theater and Rob's other Magnet improv teams, Sexy Baby and Wrath. Rob reflects on his initial foray into standup comedy and why he eventually gravitated towards improv, highlighting the supportive commun…

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Pop Talk - Should Franchises Stick to Canon? (No. 402) 1:09:31

3M ago1:09:31

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In this Pop Talk, Jason sits down with 'Of the Show Fellas,' Trey and Rob, to discuss a variety of pop culture topics. They dive into the 'Scrubs' revival, sharing their excitement for returning cast members and reflecting on the original series. The conversation then shifts to 'Saturday Night Live,' examining the recent cast changes and new additi…

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No. 401 - Maxi Witrak on Pursuing Comedy 50:58

3M ago50:58

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In this episode, we chat with comedian, actress, and musician Maxi Witrak. Maxi shares her journey from entertainment journey that led her to Los Angeles to pursue acting, her unexpected foray into standup comedy, and the remarkable shift from being an equestrian to exploring her creative passions. She discusses the challenges of balancing multiple…

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Mini Episode No. 30 - Can You Separate the Art from the Artist? 11:47

3M ago11:47

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In this mini ep, Jason addresses the concept of separating art from the artist when the latter faces allegations of misconduct. Jason explores how people often respond by either dismissing or defending the artist based on their work and provides insights into the complexity of continuing to enjoy art when its creator's actions are known. He suggest…

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Mini Episode No. 29 - Building a Comedy Community 9:19

3M ago9:19

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In this mini episode, Jason shares practical steps on how to build a comedy community, whether in a town with no existing scene or an established one. Jason emphasizes identifying what the community lacks, understanding your own style, the importance of getting people involved, and establishing trust within the community. The episode also honors th…

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Mini Episode No. 28 - Truth in Comedy 11:13

4M ago11:13

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In this mini episode, Jason talks about how truth is utilized in comedy, namely in improv. Truth in Comedy is one of the main principles in improv, but the idea of using or telling the truth is not only familiar to improv. The truth, what we all know is real or what we know to be happening is something you have to get right for comedy to land. Jaso…

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Our 400th Episode! 1:32:58

4M ago1:32:58

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In this special 400th episode, Brother of the Show, Trey takes over as host to interview Jason Farr! They discuss Jason's early life that led to him wanting to be an actor, how he was first exposed to the stage, performing comedy when he was in elementary school, and what he learned in the Theater and Mass Communications department at Winthrop Univ…

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No. 399 - Solo Shows with Hailey McAfee 46:17

4M ago46:17

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We talk to our dear friend, Hailey McAfee, a writer, director, and actor in Los Angeles! In this episode, actor, director, and writer Hailey McAfee joins the show to discuss her career in theater. Hailey shares her journey from studying theater, to moving to NYC, to getting into New York's improv scene. Jason also talks to her about her recent succ…

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No. 398 - Willy Appelman on Physicality in Comedy 53:33

4M ago53:33

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We talk to comedian and video creator, Willy Appelman, about his work and his show, 'A Gaggle!' We had a great chat with comedian and creator Willy who delves into his journey through the world of improv, starting from his early days at Second City and Magnet Theater, to making viral TikTok videos and producing sketch comedy for Business Insider an…

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No. 397 - Improv for Couples 41:34

5M ago41:34

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Improvisers (and friends of the show) Greg Tavares and Amber Nash have written a book called "Improv for Couples." It written to help couples spark or rekindle their sense of play. Jason and "Wife of the Show," Justina, take you through the first lesson in the book to give you a feel for it. It's a simple, fun chat about the bits and silly gags the…

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Pop Talk- Summer Movies 2: Jaws and BttF (No. 396) 1:13:23

5M ago1:13:23

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In this episode, the "Of the Show Gang" talk Summer Movies and celebrate Jaws and Back to the Future! Wife of the Show, Justina, Brother of the Show, Trey, and Best Friend of the Show, Rob, join Jason to talk all that POP about the anniversaries of Jaws and Back to the Future, the big movies of the Summer so far, make predictions on what will be th…

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No. 395 - Tom Hearn on Characters, TikToks, and More 53:26

5M ago53:26

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We talked to award-winning comedian, Tom Hearn! Tom Hearn is an award-winning sketch comedian, actor, drag performer and director living in New York City. Tom shares his journey from growing up in New Brunswick, Canada, to tearing up comedy stages across North America. Tom shares how his love for theater started early and how joining an improv team…

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No. 394 - Improv Instructrion with Jamie Rivera 52:24

6M ago52:24

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We talked to improviser and instructor, Jamie Rivera! Jason and Jamie met at the Magnet Theater where Jamie is an instructor. He's also a performer on one of the theater's flagship shows, The Armando Diaz Experience (aka ADX). Jamie tells Jason about how he got into improv, what he learned performing on a cruise ship, and how that experience impact…

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No. 393 - Writer John Vorhaus on Comedy and Self-Awareness 1:01:15

6M ago1:01:15

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We talk to author John Vorhaus about creativity and comedy! In this episode, we chat with the prolific author and writer John Vorhaus. John shares insights from his extensive career in sitcom writing and teaching. He discusses his journey into writing for sitcoms, developing 'Married with Children' overseas, his significant teaching endeavors, and …

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No. 392 - Singer/Songwriter Brooke White on Creativity 59:20

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In this episode we talk to the amazing singer/songwriter, Brooke White! We absolutely love her! In this insightful chat, Brooke White and Jason discuss their longstanding online friendship and delve into Brooke's experiences since she first blew up on the scene, her creative journey, and the challenges she faced balancing multiple projects and pers…

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No. 391 - Comedy and Storytelling with Author Adam Linn 44:12

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Author and storyteller Adam Linn joins us for a thrilling conversation! Adam shares his fascinating journey in comedy and storytelling. Adam recounts his start in the entertainment industry, inspired by NYU classmates, and details how he found his comedic voice through mentorship and personal challenges. He discusses his show 'Sped Kid,' which refl…

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The State of Comedy 2 with Donna Steele (No. 390) 51:47

6M ago51:47

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Donna Steele joins Jason to discuss...THE STATE OF COMEDY! In this episode, comedian Donna Steele catches up with Jason to talk about what they're tired of seeing in improv and more. She discusses her journey in the improv scene and performing at UCB with various Harold teams. The two share insights into the importance of projecting the team's ener…

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No. 389 - Amanda Maryanna Gordon on YouTube and Comedy 53:51

7M ago53:51

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In this episode, comedian Amanda Maryanna Gordon shares her journey through comedy and content creation. Amanda discusses starting out in comedy, why she studied Film and TV at NYU Tisch, and the evolution of her YouTube channel that she started in sixth grade. She opens up about her transition from beauty videos to comedic content and reflects on …

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Pop Talk - Best SNL Hosts Bracket (No. 388) 1:08:29

7M ago1:08:29

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We're talking all that POP with a new bracket of the best SNL hosts! The "Of the Show Fellas" are back joining Jason to talk about their favorite hosts of Saturday Night Live! PLUS, we have a new bracket and it's one of our toughest! They fellas show love to some all-time great hosts of SNL and select their top pick for best host. It's not easy tas…

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No. 387 - Exploring Improv with Evan Forde Barden 50:07

7M ago50:07

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We were joined by comedian Evan Forde Barden for a great talk on pursuing comedy. Evan joins the podcast to discuss his extensive 21-year journey in improv and sketch comedy. Evan shares his early days doing improv at Fairfield University and his subsequent experiences with renowned groups like 'Bodywork' and 'Young Douglass.' He opens up about nav…

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No. 386 - Val Kilmer Appreciation 1:21:24

8M ago1:21:24

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In this episode, we pay our respects to the legendary actor Val Kilmer. Jason's favorite actor has always been Val Kilmer, thanks to his all-time favorite movie: Real Genius. To honor Kilmer and his legacy, we dive into conversations about his impact on film and on us personally. “Best Friend of the Show,” Rob, joins Jason first to discuss many of …

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No. 385 - Improv and Writing with Will Jacobs 58:57

8M ago58:57

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Will Jacobs joins us to talk comedy, writing, and his web series! Jason talks to Will about writing plays, what he thinks about his perfectionist college approach to writing now, and his moving to New York City to study improv. Will has a very robust improv career and has studied at all the major theaters in NYC. He currently performs regularly at …

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No. 384 - Lynn Harris on Breaking Barriers & Building Gold Comedy 49:16

8M ago49:16

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We talk to comedian and founder of Gold Comedy, Lynn Harris! Lynn shares the story of how a ski trip became a pivotal moment in her getting into comedy and ultimately starting Gold Comedy. She sheds light on the persistent challenges women face in comedy, the importance of creating inclusive opportunities, and the impactful work Gold Comedy is doin…

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No. 383 - Sparking Creativity in Advertising and Improv with Howard Finkelstein 38:28

9M ago38:28

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We had a great chat with writer and comedian Howard Finkelstein! Howard is a creative director at the ad agency, Mischief. He delves into his decade-long journey in improv and advertising. Howard shares his experience balancing grounded and silly elements on stage, his hilarious story of how his wife prompted him to pursue comedy, and the process b…

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No. 382 - Jonah Nigh's Journey from Opera to Stand-Up Comedy 52:16

9M ago52:16

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In this captivating episode, we talk to comedian Jonah Nigh! Jonah is a former opera singer turned stand-up comic and he shares his extraordinary journey from classical music training to the comedy stage. He details the pivotal throat surgery that forced him to pivot careers, how he found relief, and the challenges of transitioning into comedy. Jon…

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Pop Talk - Oscars 2025 (No. 381) 47:08

9M ago47:08

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The "Of the Show" fellas are here to talk all that pop about the Oscars! Brother of the Show, Trey, and Best Friend of the Show, Rob, join Jason for a fun talk about this year's Oscars telecast! They start out at the end of the broadcast with the announcement of Best Picture then they go into talk about what they loved about Conan O'Brien's hosting…

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No. 380 - Collaborating with Seann Cantatore and Nicole Pascaretta 1:08:36

9M ago1:08:36

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Reunited and it feels so good! Dear friends of the show Seann Cantatore and Nicole Pascaretta join us to talk about collaborating with friends! Seann and Nicole have a unique bond and use it to create incredible work together. It only made sense to have them on to talk about how they collaborate! Jason gets them talking about what their process is,…

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No. 379 - A California Episode 31:25

9M ago31:25

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We took the show out West! Jason and Wife of he Show, Justina, went to Los Angeles to visit Brother of the Show, Trey! In LA we talk about seeing the Lakers, going to Disneyland, if In-N-Out Burger is worth it, and more before heading off to San Francisco. In SF, Jason and Justina take in the sites, including seeing some famous pop culture locales …

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No. 378 - Pursuing Comedy with Art Cai 45:57

10M ago45:57

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We had an awesome conversation with New York City-based comedian Art Cai! Art shares how a college stand-up class first sparked his love for comedy, his bold move from New Orleans to NYC, and how he juggles a slew of projects—from stand-up shows to podcasting. He also talked about his fusion of soccer and comedy with his show, Joga Comedy, that sta…

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Pop Talk - Predictions (No. 377) 1:05:08

10M ago1:05:08

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We talk all that pop about the Oscars, the new Captain America movie, and the Super Bowl! This Pop Talk episode, aka 'After Hours with the Boys', Jason, Rob, and Trey dive into an extensive discussion on their predictions and speculations for the upcoming Chiefs/Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl, including a hilarious dispute over potential halftime g…

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No. 376 - Filmmaker Christian Schu on Pursuing His Passion 50:09

10M ago50:09

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We had the pleasure of speaking to filmmaker Christian Schu! Christian talks to Jason about how cultural differences influence storytelling methods and his early passion for cinema, which eventually led him to switch careers from an insurance broker to a filmmaker. Christian discusses the challenges he faced, the skills he had to quickly learn on-t…

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Mini Episode No. 27 - How To Put On A Show 11:55

10M ago11:55

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In this mini episode, Jason dives into the ins and outs of producing your own show! Whether it’s stand-up, improv, a variety show, Jason offers some key steps to making your show a success. He covers the basics between defining your vision and figuring out your practical needs. He also emphasizes the importance of clear communication with your team…

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Mini Episode No. 26 - Doing Improv Wrong 14:43

11M ago14:43

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In this mini episode, Jason dives into a phrase every improviser has heard: “You can’t do improv wrong.” While it’s meant to encourage improvisers to make bold choices and get out of their heads, could this mantra be taken too far? Jason explores how this idea helps beginners but might also cause confusion in more structured contexts, like advanced…

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Mini Episode No. 25: Recognizing Your Achievements 20:14

11M ago20:14

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In this mini episode Jason talks about how to be inspired by recognizing your achievements. He shares some thoughts and tips from experts on how to take pride in all that you've done in your pursuits. The comparison game is an easy trap to fall into and it makes us overlook all the hard work we've put into trying to accomplish our goals. Jason ment…

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A Christmas Episode 2024 - Pop Talk: Best Modern Christmas Songs (No. 375) 43:48

11M ago43:48

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Join Jason and the 'Of the Show' gang, as they discuss the best Christmas songs of the last 30 years (post Mariah Carey's classic) and share spirited opinions on holiday tunes. The conversation also spans pop culture, with their fresh thoughts on the new Superman teaser trailer sprinkled with lively banter and fun. This episode is packed with festi…

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No. 374 - Joel Murray Talks Mad Men, Improv, and More 45:02

12M ago45:02

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We had the pleasure of talking to actor, director, writer, and improviser, the great Joel Murray! Joel joins Jason to share some awesome stories throughout his career, from growing up seeing his brothers Bill Murray and Brian Doyle-Murray and other legends at Second City before becoming a performer there to meeting previous guest Dave Pasquesi in c…

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No. 373 - Natalie Ortega Talks Wicked On Broadway And Creating Comedy 54:02

12M ago54:02

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We got to speak to the incredibly talented comedian and Broadway actress, Natalie Ortega! Jason talks with Natalie, currently starring in "Wicked" on Broadway, about her journey from musical theater to stand-up to performing in NYC. Natalie shares her experiences balancing eight shows of Wicked a week with performing in the New York Comedy Festival…

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No. 372 - Filmmaking With Brian James O'Connell 59:41

12M ago59:41

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Jason talks with the multifaceted director and improviser Brian James O'Connell. This great conversation with Brian (who is currently on an improv tour) starts with a little chat about improv before it dives into Brian's work behind the camera. They discuss his journey from aspiring musician to acclaimed director, touching on his work with the come…

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A Thanksgiving Episode 2024 (No. 371) 13:37

1y ago13:37

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In this 2024 Thanksgiving Episode, Jason talks about what he's thankful for with the podcast, great episodes of the year and to come, and he also talks about why it's important for all of us to be grateful for our experiences when pursuing a career in entertainment. We hope it's an encouraging listen! Check out the link below for info on how to be …