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Long-time friend and Tiktok storytime megastar Kareem Wilson joined us...two and a half years ago. This is a never-before-heard time capsule of Kareem's start and early rise to fame on Tiktok, not long after it started happening. This has been one of me and Andy's favorites to talk about personally for a long time now, and I'm excited to get to fin…
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Where we're going, we don't need...rules. Hop into the ASVA Delorean time machine and visit the far-off year of 2019 with Mike and Andy. It's the non-awaited sequel to the first clip show: Clip Show 2! Enjoy another round of bloopers, tangents, and goofs that didn't make it to broadcast, delivered to you in one dry, surly, powdery, chicken chain bi…
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From Mike & Andy's interview archives, Ron Austar! In our first long distance conversation (prophetic!), we discuss the life and career of an iconic comedic actor who is a mainstay and fan favorite on Tim & Eric, and other beloved Adult Swim shows. We get to hear a bit about his music career, what he did before acting, his time running a panel at C…
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Which video game character would be best suited for a hot dog eating competition? Comedian, voice actor, and podcaster Brian McGuinness joins us to talk about his long running series, the Playable Characters Podcast (@playablepodcast, available on all streaming platforms). We discuss the driving forces behind his stand up comedy career, the weird p…
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Which celebrity would be best at performing vital surgery? Comedian and musician Greg Rapport joins us this week! We talk about how the constant stream of entertainment on the Steel Pier led him to his love of performing, how he writes his songs, and the Philly's Phunniest competition process. We also discuss performing in places where the odds are…
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Former professional dancer and current comedian Setoiyo joins us at Helium Comedy in Philadelphia to talk to us about how a sudden injury changed the course of his life and led him to the world of stand up, how being your genuine self on stage creates magnetism and success, how pushing yourself in rooms where the odds are stacked against you is ver…
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Some people are hard to not fall in love with. Mike Brooks was one of those people". Episode three of our Helium miniseries! This one was therapeutic for me. "Awkwardly Social" Comedian Sidney Gantt joins us to discuss finding someone you really click with in comedy, the importance of constantly evaluating yourself, living honestly and how it can a…
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Episode 2 of our Helium miniseries for Mike Brooks! Comedian & Author Dave Terruso joins us to discuss the importance of connecting with your audience & fellow comics, how to find your "voice" and what goes into the structure of a set, how it's never too late to start doing what you love (and find success in doing so!) the deconstructionist humor o…
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Our miniseries begins! We recorded a set of shows at Helium Comedy in Philadelphia, and I'm very excited to share the first one with you. Comedian Chris Cotton joins us to talk about getting into comedy, and how oblivious bosses are to an employee who's clearly on the way out. He helped organize the memorial show that night for a great comedian, Mi…
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Can we write a movie in 10 minutes? Actor Matt Flowers joins us to talk about his experience in the acting world, how to know when it's the "right" time to take action with your career (the answer might surprise you) and how he's succeeded in doing things his way. His podcast, 60 Minute Movies, can be found anywhere ASVA Pod can. Follow us on Faceb…
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Which genre of music's players would be best to replace the entire government? Musician Matt Supnick (All My Friends are Dead, The Michael Preston Band) joins us to talk about his writing process, how to be "prolific but not specific", starting his creative journey all over in a new state far away, and much more. Follow us on Facebook and everywher…
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Welcome to season 2! A bunch of the great stuff that didn't make it to air in Season 1 is now available in an easily digestible hour of laughs, lessons, and letdowns. All of our first season guests make appearances in a never-before-released, exciting, tasty cluster of fun. Follow us on Facebook and on other social media @ASVApod! OUTRO: algonquin …
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Fish body/Horse head or Fish head/Horse body? Things fall apart quickly in our debate with actor and stuntman Vlad Varakossov (@biggolow). We talk about his audition history, why he transitioned into the dangerous world of stunts, his time on big budget sets, our unreleased pet project "Jacked Russian Baby", and much more. You can find us on Facebo…
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Which Broadway cast would win in a head to head deathmatch? Actor and cosplayer Brianna Lynn (@brianna.lynn.nmr) joins us to answer that question, talk about her professional life on the stage, in conventions, and on screen, and how chronic illness has affected each one. This is a really important episode to me and I'm glad to share these inspiring…
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It's our 10th episode and we're finally getting around to introducing ourselves. After forgetting to hit the pause button when Austin Vogel's episode was over, we ended up talking for two hours as we usually do. We only caught it about a quarter of the way through but ended up having a really great conversation about where we come from creatively, …
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Beatles vs Stones in a fight to the death, which Brits will live on to invade another day? Musician Austin Vogel joins us to answer that question, talk about pre-show anxiety, how your influences affect your work creatively, the value of "experimental" music, and so much more. This might be my favorite episode so far. Check it out and let us know w…
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Our first live episode! It's a little less serious this week. Dave, Tam, and Abi (@struggle_city3 @tammisaurusrex @abby_ann1513) joined us to play a new improv game and deliver some juicy ASMR. Originally on Facebook, it's now here for your listening pleasure, PLUS some bonus content not heard on the stream. Thanks for listening!OUTRO: algonquin - …
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Which US state would be the last one standing in a zombie apocalypse? Videographer and improviser Saj Chaudhary (@sajidjc) joins us for a North vs South doomsday scuffle, talks about his work in commercials, and his improv methods. THEME: Quirky Dog Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://c…
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Marvel Vs. DC! A hot dog eating contest! Who would win? Actor and radio host Kevin D. Benton joins us to discuss who would win, the dangers of method acting, why he "grinds for the memories", and much more. He's officially campaigning for the part of Spiderman! Follow him on Facebook and @kevindbenton on Twitter. Find The ASVApod on Facebook and al…
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Which sport's athletes would make the best militia? Improv player, voice actor, and comedian Froy San Pedro's answer might take you by surprise. I certainly didn't see it coming. That and more on this episode of @ASVApod! Like us on Facebook! MUSIC: Quirky Dog Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licen…
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He did our artwork, and now he did our show. My dear friend and talented artist Tom joins me to talk about his art style, the value of holding on to your past work, and the importance, yes, the importance, of memes in modern humor. This week's debate: Which world leader could tear it up in a mud wrestling pit? Follow us @ASVApod! MUSIC: Quirky Dog …
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Which wholesome television show host could best carry out a hit? Director and writer Avery White joins us today to defend Steve Irwin's honor, crack a few jokes, and break down his creative process in the film industry. Follow us @ASVApod and you could be on next week's episode. Quirky Dog Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Com…
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"We're electing the wrong monsters!" Which classic movie monster should be our next president? Legendary comedian, actor, and friend Rick Overton joins us to answer that question, drop some incredible comedy advice, and have some fun with us on the @ASVApod! Quirky Dog Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution …
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Episode one! Which celebrity chef would have the best chance of defending us from an alien invasion? Comedian Latice joins us today to discuss the grim and delicious possibilities. Hosted by Mike Pridgen and Andy Kirkwood. @ASVApod MUSIC: Quirky Dog Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://c…
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