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Improv is Dead is an immersive comedy podcast hosted by Damian Anaya, Tim Lyons, and Dan White. Every week we chat 'n prov, then apply some slick post-production effects, to create a totally unique show where all of their biggest comedy perversions freely penetrate your gentle, delicate ears. Support the pod! For bonus episodes, access to our Discord and more premium content join our Patreon at Pa... more

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A week of fixing the internet connection, sexy dentists, and customer support, it's the debut of Matty Vergun and Adonis Holmes on the pod!

See Adonis as part of Devil's Daughter at iO

See Matty with Creamboy at iO

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It's simply been too long since we've had good pals Alonso Ramirez and Kristen Aviles on the pod so we said, ok lets do it! We chat'n'prov about having a little fun at the funeral, gnarled toe nails, and how beautiful The Village is.

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Claire Favret joins us to chat'n'prov about sexy chefs, late life crushing, and the incredibly talented and very athletic Banana Ballers.

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Yet another rift in the proverse has brought us an episode with the highly pod trained and hilarious Adal Rifai and Matt Young. If you're familiar with their work on Hello from the Magic Tavern, The Word Associatio... more

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Recent Guests

Alonso Ramirez
Improv professional, Birdlady, Second City performer
Birdlady; Second City
Episode: A David Hijinx Production with Alonso Ramirez and Kristen Aviles
Kristen Aviles
Improv professional, performer with Escándalo and Birdlady
Birdlady; Escándalo
Episode: A David Hijinx Production with Alonso Ramirez and Kristen Aviles
Matt Young
Guest, comedian and improviser
The Nightly (as referenced) and WTTW Chicago potential project
Episode: Arackid: Brand New Day with Adal Rifai and Matt Young
Olivia Nielsen
Guest performer, improviser
Episode: BillyZaneB00Bs.com with Erin Keif and Olivia Nielsen
Mani Lopez
Guest on the podcast, comedian/improviser
Episode: Lost in Random with Mani Lopez
Jake Prizant
Actor/Comedian and guest on the show
Independent/Comedy
Episode: Jimmy Fallon or Else with Jake Prizant
Avery Ford
Guest performer; part of the duo Avery Ford and Ryan Bowman
Improv is Dead episode guests
Episode: It Swallows with Avery Ford and Ryan Bowman
Ryan Bowman
Guest performer; part of the duo Avery Ford and Ryan Bowman
Improv is Dead episode guests
Episode: It Swallows with Avery Ford and Ryan Bowman
Meghan Babbe
Guest on the episode
Two Friends Improv Theater (New Orleans)
Episode: Angel Numbers with Meghan Babbe and Jon Butts

Hosts

Tim Lyons
Host of Improv is Dead; core on-air presence with a long-running involvement across episodes.
Damian Anaya
Co-host with deep involvement in on-air banter and improv commitments.
Dan White
OG host with long history on the show and in live-improv circles.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 778 ratings
  • Currently on the KFCU Episode

    Maybe it’s the quality of comedy or maybe it’s the world, but this show has been a soothing laugh in these hard days.

    If you hunger for comedy is great, you’ll get your full no matter what episode you start with.

    Found this podcast after the recc from an appearance on Word Association.

    The friendship, charisma and chemistry are a fortune to my ears, and the comedy benefitting from such quality is exactly what I need in between all my politics podcasts.

    Appreciate all the work and hope more ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alex is Under Your Bed
    United Statesa month ago
  • A touching podcast about a father and son

    I feel like Damian is the dad actually.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Showmestatefan
    United States3 months ago
  • Latest obsession

    I’m on my 2nd play through the entire catalog! Love the chat, (I have a bit of a crush on Tim 😜), & Love the immersive sound effects on the improv. Funny, smart & wholesome.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kellonurth
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • New format, no thanks

    I was a fan for a few years. The presentation and format have changed. The show name change isn’t a big deal. And now that these creators have put main episodes behind a Patreon paywall, this is where I depart as a fan. I appreciate the Improve Is Dead years of the show. But now that the show is behind a paywall, I’m done. Maybe if the show returns to how it was, I might come back as a regular listener. But for now, it’s a pass. Thanks folks, for the entertainment! And good luck with the show in... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    ssammsm
    United Statesa year ago
  • This is the most stars I could find 🫶🏻

    Ear Tickler perverts sounds much better. 👏🏻

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mr. Bee Jay
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some listeners miss the earlier format but still enjoy the humor and guests.
Consistently funny and chaotic in the best way, great energy.
Promos and live reads are a plus for fans of fringe comedy and indie venues.
A lot of fans value the camaraderie and improvisational skill of the hosts.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#88
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#55
United Kingdom/Comedy/Improv
Apple Podcasts
#241
Canada/Comedy/Improv
Apple Podcasts
#85
Australia/Comedy/Improv
Apple Podcasts
#61
Finland/Comedy/Improv
Apple Podcasts
#76
Belgium/Comedy/Improv

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

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Q: What's coming up next for the show and its guests?
They hint at future collaborations and a show-within-a-show concept, plus live LA performances and other creative projects.
Petey Ponytail with Ali Ghandour and James Mannion
Q: Did you graduate from Miller High School last year?
Yes, I did graduate; I even joked about being younger than I appeared, which led to further banter about age and appearances.
Stellar Wireless with Kyle Bethea and Ollie Hobson
Q: What inspired the 만들어된 scene structure with the airport baggage scenario?
The hosts use a classic improv setup to create tension and reveal ongoing humor through character-driven dialogue and escalating misunderstandings.
The DVD with Lauren Frost
Q: Was there like a thing that you always wanted to watch, but your parents would never let you watch it?
Lauren Frost shared that she begged her dad to let her watch Sylvester Stallone's rated R movie 'Cobra', eventually breaking down his resistance so they watched it together.
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Q: What game or movie universe would you most like to live in?
Tim expresses a desire to live in the Stardew Valley universe, while Dan mentions the Spider-Man video game world from his childhood.

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A high-energy, improv-focused comedy show built around long-form scenes, banter, and chaotic bit-driven bits. Episodes frequently feature guest performers from Chicago's improv and comedy scenes, plus recurring in-house hosts, with rapid scene shifts, meta-humor, audience prompts, and light sponsorship reads. The mix emphasizes collaborative storytelling, character-driven bits, and an affectionate, often goofy dynamic among hosts and guests. Noteworthy elements include recurring live-read promos, a penchant for running gags, and a flexible format that embraces chaos and improvisation as the core appeal.

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Recent guests on Improv is Dead include:

1. Alonso Ramirez
2. Kristen Aviles
3. Matt Young
4. Olivia Nielsen
5. Mani Lopez
6. Jake Prizant
7. Avery Ford
8. Ryan Bowman

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