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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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Latest Episodes

Tim's best friend Laurel stops by the pod to hang with Damian and our good friend George Elrod makes his pod debut! We chat'n'prov about shooting guns but not loving it, video game girlfriends, and brain swaps.

Follow George on the gram!

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Two of Improvs finest are back on the pod today, Kyle Bethea and Ollie Hobson! We chat'n'prov about snacks at a funeral, learning new workouts and the best way to sell a couch.

Check out Kyle and Ollie along with Mike Brunlieb as 3 Actors Living in ... more

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A big old welcome back to the pod to our good friends Caroline Cotter and Shand Thomas! We chat'n'prov about the return of pumpkin spice, an unwillingness to be dare devils, and no being a cheater.

See Caroline and Shand Together on Goat Sauce

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The absolute GOATS are back on the pod and we get into our Burger King orders, what's still good at Mircocenters and getting duct taped on a plane.

Get tickets to our Live show at iO on August 29th

Follow Amir and Ivan on GOAT SAUCE

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Recent Guests

Amir Khan
Guest performer on show
Episode: Gimme Top...4 Letterbox with Amir Khan and Ivan Ngo
Ivan Ngo
Guest performer on show
Episode: Gimme Top...4 Letterbox with Amir Khan and Ivan Ngo
Adonis Holmes
Guest on the episode
Untethered comedy performer
Episode: Don't Go Cable Guy with Adonis Holmes and Matty Vergun
Matty Vergun
Guest on the episode
Chicago-based comedian and performer
Episode: Don't Go Cable Guy with Adonis Holmes and Matty Vergun
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
Claire Favret
Writer-comedian, Chicago scene figure; work at Second Stage
Second Stage, Chicago
Episode: Chef Bonyardee with Claire Favret
Adal Rifai
Guest, comedian and improviser
Magic Tavern (as referenced in intro)
Episode: Arackid: Brand New Day with Adal Rifai and Matt Young
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

Hosts

Tim Lyons
Host of the show; long-running improviser and comedian.
Damian Anaya
Co-host and improviser with a background in Chicago improv circles.
Dan White
Host and improviser with a history in the show's dynamic trio.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 784 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 States2 months ago
  • A touching podcast about a father and son

    I feel like Damian is the dad actually.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Showmestatefan
    United States4 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

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Many highlight the show's consistent humor and strong guest energy as a reason to keep listening.
Listeners praise the chemistry and chaotic energy, calling it a reliable source of laughter and creative inspiration.
Some listeners feel the format changes or monetization moves affected their experience, but fans still celebrate the core improv and banter.
Fans appreciate the mix of chaos and heart, with moments of genuine talk about performance life.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#115
United States/Comedy/Improv
Apple Podcasts
#194
Canada/Comedy/Improv
Apple Podcasts
#229
United Kingdom/Comedy/Improv
Apple Podcasts
#22
Mexico/Comedy/Improv
Apple Podcasts
#64
Finland/Comedy/Improv
Apple Podcasts
#74
Belgium/Comedy/Improv

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Don't Go Cable Guy with Adonis Holmes and Matty Vergun
Q: How did the guests get involved in the show for this episode?
They were invited as guests to perform and improvise alongside the hosts, contributing their characters and scenes, while also promoting their own troupe and Chicago-based work.
BillyZaneB00Bs.com with Erin Keif and Olivia Nielsen
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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A fast-paced, riff-driven comedy show centered on improvisation and playful banter among three core hosts, with a rotating cast of guests from Chicago's improv and theater scenes. Episodes blend chaotic scene-work, meta-humor about performance and sponsorships, and fan-engagement bits, often peppered with character-driven sketches, pop culture riffs, and self-promotional plugs. Notable traits include high-energy pantomime, affectionate host-guest chemistry, and a willingness to experiment with format, promos, and audience participation. Those who enjoy irreverent, collaborative improv, inside-jokes about theater life, and playful satire of media culture will likely find this show a good fit for entertainment or creative-ads sponsorships.

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1. Amir Khan
2. Ivan Ngo
3. Adonis Holmes
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5. Alonso Ramirez
6. Kristen Aviles
7. Claire Favret
8. Adal Rifai

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