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A bi-weekly improvised comedy podcast in the style of old-time radio shows like Inner Sanctum or X Minus One, Illusionoid is performed by Paul Bates (CTV's Dan For Mayor, Second City), Lee Smart (Comedy Network's 5th Quadrant, Second City) and Nug Nahrgang (Dark Rising: Summer Strikes Back, SyFy's Scare Tactics).In the distant future, humanity has its last stand against the tyrant computer ILLUSIO... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes192Founded14 years ago
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It’s our season finale and we’re going out with a big grin… so big that it compels you to do whatever you’re told! When this power is bestowed on a man, will he use it for good or evil… and has it been passed down to his son? Say cheese and greet you... more

Painful memories are a thing of the past thanks to a new erasing technique! But what happens when they remove the memories that are the foundation of who you are? And what if you are… a murderer? Swipe right for the best date you’ll ever have, free o... more

A friendly prank leads to deadly warfare as a souped-up rocket goes out of control! Can these two antagonists remain friends, or will their rivalry lead us all to certain doom? It’s time to get all revved up for our latest audio adventure… APOCALYPSE... more

A trip to the doctor reveals a sinister parasite invading a man’s mind… but he’s seems fine with it! Can the doctor get rid of this mental intruder before he loses his chance at a normal life? Does he even want one? The diagnosis is adventure as we t... more

What’s to become of an android past its prime? When it has outlived its usefulness? When it has outlived its owners? Can Googlon and his new friend find a new life that is worth more than simple office supplies? Tune in and walk a mile in the metal s... more

It’s time for a field trip to a museum and the latest exhibit it one that will send you for a loop… through time! Can our heroes make it back to the future without ruining the present? Can they get the air conditioning to work? Find out as we bravely... more

Science has an announcement…. we’re all going to die in about 12 minutes. Is this a product of science gone wrong, or are there more personal problems behind this? Is this a huge cover-up for something even worse than the end of the world? Have your ... more

Alone on a deserted plain, a man wanders hoping to find a shred of humanity. But when it finds him… and another finds him… and they all find a shed… what does it all mean? Make sure to bring lots to drink on this journey into desolate madness as we p... more

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 205 ratings
  • Fun Improve Show

    Fun improve show that goes in some crazy and hilarious directions. Great listen for comedy podcast fans.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JTWNSC
    United States2 years ago
  • Entertaining. Pretty funny.

    Podcast Addict
    KnivesBillions
    3 years ago
  • Best improv podcast ever!!!

    These guys are improv gods...funniest, most inventive podcast ever...I’ve relistened to the whole catalog several times and I always laugh at their hijinks...please come back Illusionoid: even a couple new episodes a year please

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MEBrager
    United States3 years ago
  • Shove it!

    Shove this wonderful podcast in the mushkins!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Penis Feather
    United States5 years ago
  • Podcast Addict
    Acerzw
    5 years ago
  • Great funny podcast, cool improvised characters. Down side, when you discover it and download all older episodes, every episode has the exact same acast adds, hundreds of mundane duplicated ads 2/3 each episode. All this despite having a Patreon to fund it.

    Podcast Addict
    3
    Acerzw
    5 years ago
  • Yay!

    Yay!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cmcturn
    United States5 years ago
  • More and More Please

    Wow - marrying the best improv comedians with retro sci-fi radio was just MADE for me. Dr. Carstairs is an enigmatic figure, so I just wanted to mention him.

    The material is weird, angular and inspiring. Sometimes when I am on the subway I visualize the other TTC riders as characters, or people in the audience at the SoCap theatre and it makes it that much better.

    Well done, folks. ps. Why'cha get a lady involved so it's not so broey ? Just a suggestion, though, I'm not bringing you dow... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Senator Carstairs
    Canada7 years ago
  • Sooo good

    If you like sci-fi and comedy this the podcast for u. It’s hilarious 😂

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kitkat706
    United States7 years ago
  • Long running & quality

    It’s so fun to find a show that you like with such a big backlog of episodes! They are natural long form improvisers and the production quality is great. If you like Improv4Humans or Spontaneanation, check it out.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EI Joe
    United States8 years ago
  • Goofy people

    It is 2 am. These guys are goofy, Professor Carstairs. I need car stairs.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nettledkestrel
    Canada8 years ago
  • Laugh out loud!

    So funny and creative!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    podcast fangirl
    Canada8 years ago
  • Hilarious!

    These guys crack me up!! The voices they use for different characters are too funny, and they play off of each other so well! I'm glad there are so many episodes - it should take me a while before I run out of laughs!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    olive princess
    United States8 years ago
  • Dive in!

    Hilarious improv show that you can pick up anytime. I've caught myself laughing out loud..alone..hoping my neighbors don't think I'm insane. You can dive in at any point and won't miss any story as each episode stands alone. But whenever you start, you'll want to go back and catch up on the laughs!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hanhanhanhanhanhan0987654321
    United States8 years ago
  • Amazing

    So great and hilarious I recently discovered Illusionoid and I'm so happy that I did I love it especially the live shows it's really turned me onto improv comedy only something this good can be created by fellow Canadians

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zane1027
    Canada8 years ago

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#167
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