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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

It's the return of everyone's favorite Mike and we get nasty on some prov ranging from massage work, to Hancock, all the way on down to SPAWN!

Check out Mike with Real Angels every Wednesday night at LSI

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A west coast connection baby! Ali Ghandour and James Mannion make their Improv is Dead deubeatiful and the laughs keep coming. We chat'n'prov about stretching it out, all the way back ponies and sad sacks.

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Lerin is back on the pod and we chat'n'prov about high school dances, what TWIRP means (The Woman is Responsible to Pay) the many Michael spinoffs, and horrendous scents.

Get tickets to see us and many more at Mud City Festival June 6th

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Our good buddies Kyle Bethea and Ollie Hobson are back on the mic to chat'n'prov about Stellar Wireless, bungled baggage claim, and getting into eat just in the nick of time!

Check out Process at LSI Saturday at 6 pm!

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Recent Guests

Ali Ghandour
Guest, seen on Ascat and Bangarang at UCB
UCB / Ascat / Bangarang
Episode: Petey Ponytail with Ali Ghandour and James Mannion
James Mannion
Guest, seen on Ascat, Leroy at UCB, Comedian Clash at the Elysian Theater
UCB / Comedy Bang Bang
Episode: Petey Ponytail with Ali Ghandour and James Mannion
Traer Schon
Chicago comedian, writer, IO team performer
Fizz, IO Chicago; Annoyance Theatre
Episode: Groufon to Graceland with Veronica Rooney and Traer Schond
Veronica Rooney
Chicago comedian, writer, improviser
Fizz, Premier Sketch Ensemble Joystick
Episode: Groufon to Graceland with Veronica Rooney and Traer Schond
Keller Paulson
Member of The Tuesday Goodies
The Tuesday Goodies, CIC Theater
Episode: The Wind, The Tree, and Richard with The Tuesday Goodies
Kelly Foy
Member of The Tuesday Goodies
The Tuesday Goodies, CIC Theater
Episode: The Wind, The Tree, and Richard with The Tuesday Goodies
Will Stiles
Guest on the episode
Improv is Dead
Episode: Justice for Judge Valentine with Trevor Haaker and Will Stiles
Trevor Haaker
Guest on the episode
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Episode: Justice for Judge Valentine with Trevor Haaker and Will Stiles
Dan White
OG host, guest on episode
Improv is Dead / St. Dennis Medical (NBC)
Episode: Georgia Girl

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 772 ratings
  • 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 Kingdom10 months 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
  • Great Show keep it up

    Half of the scenes are one improviser pulling another one into their office to reprimand them and it never gets old.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kaimoore400
    United Statesa year ago
  • improv is alive :’)

    love you guys, i listen to ya’ll at work and laugh to myself all day long. Dan & Ryan are my favorite guests on here!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    S.BreezyBaby
    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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#116
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#232
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Apple Podcasts
#229
Australia/Comedy/Improv
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#60
Finland/Comedy/Improv
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#65
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Apple Podcasts
#101
New Zealand/Comedy/Improv

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

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.
Maddin 2024 Re-Release
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.
The 3 Shells with Phylicia Mcleod and Zoe Agapinan
Q: What would you say is your favorite movie catchphrase?
Catchphrases can be memorable, like those from 'Dumb and Dumber.'

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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. Ali Ghandour
2. James Mannion
3. Traer Schon
4. Veronica Rooney
5. Keller Paulson
6. Kelly Foy
7. Will Stiles
8. Trevor Haaker

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