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improv4humans with Matt Besser

Matt Besser
Improv
Comedy
Improv Comedy
Upright Citizens Brigade
Music
Improv4humans
Parenting
Improvisation
Basketball
T-Mobile
Comedy Improv
Estates Of Perfection
Los Angeles Wildfires
Emergency Preparedness
March Madness
Election
Robots
Dating
Reality TV
Ordinary Elephant

Few names are as synonymous with improv as Matt Besser. Founding member of the Upright Citizens Brigade and a regular performer in the world-famous show Asssscat, Matt brings you a fully improvised weekly podcast featuring the best improvisers in the universe. Music by Bobby Matthews and Dragoon.

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Recent Guests

Doug Levinson
The man behind the famous Trumpet Guy video
Flower Power Creative (as referenced in the interview)
Episode: Classic Re-Release: Episode 111 - Doug Levison, The Angry Trumpet Guy (Paul Rust, Sean Conroy, Billy Merritt)
Carl Tart
Guest performer on improv4humans
Comedian/Actor
Episode: Del Close Marathon 2026 (w/ Carl Tart, Tami Sagher, Jon Gabrus, Anthony Atamanuik, Sean Conroy, Joe Wengert, Danielle Schneider)
Molly Kiernan
Improv comedian, performer
UCB/L.A.
Episode: NYT Puzzle Cheaters (w/ James Mannion, Molly Kiernan, Jack Brown)
Jack Brown
Improv comedian
UCB
Episode: NYT Puzzle Cheaters (w/ James Mannion, Molly Kiernan, Jack Brown)
Zach Reino
Guest
Episode: Uhaul My Ass to Prom (w/ Jessica McKenna, Zach Reino)
Echo Kellum
Actor/comedian invited onto the show
Episode: Brick Yr Phone (w/ Echo Kellum, Sebastian Conelli)
Mano Agapion
Guest, improviser
Theater/Improv
Episode: Foot Models (w/ Betsy Sodaro, Mano Agapion)
Toni Charline
Performer, guest on episode
Episode: Formula One Kit Kat (w/ Oscar Montoya, Toni Charline)
Craig Cackowski
Actor/improviser introduced as guest
Improv/comedy
Episode: Oily Boxers Inside (w/ Craig Cackowski, Don Fanelli)

Hosts

Matt Besser
Host of improv4humans, founder of UCB, improv performance educator
Brett Morris
Co-host and producer, associated with Improv4humans

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 3.5k ratings
  • Nail Biting!

    I find myself being terrified as the minutes roll on, fearing that something will fall apart - bizarre stress I’m not sure I’ve handled before…

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BigAppleGreg
    United States3 months ago
  • Stop it with the remote improv!

    It doesn’t work!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    &1705&
    United States6 months ago
  • Lotsa laffs

    Always different and it can get really weird and funny. And some of these guests just shine. Lotta talent and lotsa variety. Interesting musicians from the underground. And Matt does weird stuff with the format. I love it. Oh and I’m always discovering new performers that are really funny etc new and old voices chop it up keep it fresh

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ShrimpRipper
    United States6 months ago
  • Mmmmmmmmmmm...

    Podcast Addict
    5
    hotdogoctopus
    6 months ago
  • Super

    Super funny, super consistent….been listening for a long time and I’ll be listening a while yet. Thanks Matt and Brett!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ron'it
    United Kingdom6 months ago

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Listeners praise the show's ability to surprise and stretch conventional humor.
Many appreciate the tight group dynamics and the variety of guests, including musicians.
Highly entertaining, energetic, and inventive improv with a top-tier guest roster.

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Apple Podcasts
#40
United States/Comedy/Improv
Apple Podcasts
#53
Canada/Comedy/Improv
Apple Podcasts
#74
United Kingdom/Comedy/Improv
Apple Podcasts
#84
Australia/Comedy/Improv
Apple Podcasts
#90
Italy/Comedy/Improv
Apple Podcasts
#145
Germany/Comedy/Improv

Talking Points

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Exclusive Interviews: Catfish Mom & Philly Baseball Karen ( w/ Ryan Asher)
Q: What's the reaction been? You being the, I'm going to call you the catfish mom.
It's been a rollercoaster of emotions, but people are intrigued by my story.
Landlady (w/ Brian Huskey, Paul Rust)
Q: What's the title of your latest album and what is it about?
The album is called Make Up Lost Time and it's inspired by various themes in my life, including my experiences with landlords.
Black Out Rage Gallon (w/ Zach Cherry, Seth Morris)
Q: Seth, have you been fired from a job?
Yes, I have been fired from probably two or three jobs, one of which was an ice cream shop.
Black Out Rage Gallon (w/ Zach Cherry, Seth Morris)
Q: Have you ever been fired from a job?
No, I have not. I'm a little rule follower. I show up and do as I'm asked, but no more than that.
Horse C*ck Sushi (w/ Betsy Sodaro, Oscar Montoya)
Q: How does Eurovision start?
Oscar explains the selection process for Eurovision, emphasizing original songs and the competition format.

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What is improv4humans about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Improv4humans features fully improvised, long-form scenes led by a host known for founding a major improv collective. Episodes routinely pair Matt Besser with a rotating roster of top improvisers, comedians, and occasionally musicians, delivering fast-paced, boundary-pushing humor built on audience prompts and collaborative riffing. Regulars and guests explore pop culture, technology, politics, and everyday absurdities through wild character work, meta-discussion about performance, and inventive game structures. The show stands out for its live energy, fearless experimentation, and the way it blends mastery of improv with accessible, often surreal humor that rewards attentive listeners.

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1. Doug Levinson
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