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Philosophy vs. Improv

Mark Linsenmayer, Bill Arnett

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Mark Linsenmayer (host of The Partially Examined Life Philosophy Podcast) and Bill Arnett (head of the Chicago Improv Studio) each try to teach each other their crafts via conversation, sketches, and what can only be called performance art. No taking turns!
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ac·​cres·​cent | Definition of accrescent: growing continuously; continual growth Inspiring and enabling physical, emotional, and spiritual growth through expert interviews, client case studies, and solo episodes with Host and Founder Leigh Ann. Current Show Schedule: New Episodes on Mondays.
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The Health Leader Forge is a long form podcast featuring in-depth interviews with leaders who work in health and healthcare. In each interview, we explore the leader's career, discuss their current role and organization, and then conclude with their views on leadership. healthleaderforge.substack.com
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THE LESSER DEAD is an immersive audio drama about a disparate group of vampires living in the wild-and-wooly world of 1978 New York City. Our narrator Joey Peacock (Jack Kilmer) — an irreverent, eternally-young 19-year-old — introduces us to his unconventional family and its formidable leader, Margaret McMannis (Minnie Driver), who has built a home for all of them under the subways of the city. Margaret’s strict rules have kept them safe and secure for decades... Until one night when Joey's ...
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Penn Staters Darian Somers and Steve Sampsell chat about the latest happenings in sports media, Penn State sports, all while Darian reminds Steve just how old he is. Tune in for each episode as the duo discuss what they like and don’t like in the world of sports media and more -- all on the Stuff Somers Says Podcast With Steve.
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Two intrepid creatures of the night stalk the mysterious beasts known as cryptids through field and forest - so they can help them solve their problems! Claire (suburban Werewolf) and Daniel Pier (Vortal: Half Vampire/Half Mortal) have recently devoted their lives to helping solve mundane cryptid problems through their new venture, The Monster Line. During each completely improvised episode, a new cryptid stops by The Monster Line offices to air their grievances and ask for help.
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Do The Right Thing

Fuzz Productions

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Award-winning comedy panel show hosted by Danielle Ward, with team captains Margaret Cabourn-Smith and Michael Legge and amazing special guests. In it, two teams work out the right thing to do in strange scenarios and scary situations which range from the everyday to the weird and extreme. Don't feel you have to start at the beginning - we'd suggest you start with the most recent series then work backwards! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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This week on the podcast, Darian and Steve break down Penn State’s win over Washington. Plus, the podcast’s Chief IMAX Correspondent Eric Sion joins the show to talk about his experience watching Penn State on the big screen. Plus, Darian and Steve talk about Peacock’s broadcast and look ahead to Purdue. Follow Darian and Steve on Twitter @StuffSom…
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In this episode, Leigh Ann and Kelly discuss the beginning of Leigh Ann’s PhD program in Depth Psychology, the profound impact it has had on her life, and the excitement surrounding this new journey. Leigh Ann shares her experiences with balancing life changes, such as moving offices and ending a relationship. The conversation delves into the press…
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This week on the podcast, Darian and Steve are joined by former Penn State quarterback Christian Hackenberg. Christian joins the show to discuss why he jumped into the podcasting world with Adam Breneman and Brandon Bell. He also discusses why he’s passionate about Penn State and three very specific plays from his career. Plus, Darian and Steve rec…
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In this enlightening episode, we delve deep into holistic and biological dentistry with Dr. Al Fallah. The discussion contrasts holistic methods with conventional dentistry, emphasizing the importance of overall health in dental practices. Advanced diagnostic techniques like low-dose cone beam scans and 3D PCR testing are highlighted for their role…
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Lorraine teaches at Middlebury college and has recently written The Art of the Interesting: What We Miss in Our Pursuit of the Good Life and How to Cultivate It. How does "the interesting" fit into human flourishing? How do we know when some attractive stimulation is really in our interest and really good? Can we find something interesting even the…
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This week on the podcast, Darian and Steve are joined by Penn State beat writer Jon Sauber, who covers football for the Centre Daily Times. Jon joins to talk about his career growth, breaking last year’s biggest news story and why journalists ask the tough questions. You can follow Jon on Twitter @jonsauber. Plus, Darian and Steve recap Penn State’…
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In this comprehensive episode, various facets of trauma, health, and healing are explored with a focus on Complex PTSD (CPTSD), early child development, and women's health. Kymber, a specialist in these areas, shares her personal journey and professional insights, elaborating on her expertise in bioenergetics and somatic practices. The episode cove…
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This week on the podcast, Darian and Steve are joined by Penn State alum Matt Fortuna. Matt joins the show to talk about his career growth in covering college football and taking a leap into the world of Substack. You can follow Matt on Twitter @Matt_Fortuna. His Substack, The Inside Zone, can be found at insidezonemf.com. Plus, Darian and Steve sh…
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In this episode, Leigh Ann & Kelly explore observations & insights from the Armchair Expert Podcast Episode with Jon Batiste, Dax Shepard and Monica Padman. They discuss the human tendency towards self-sabotage and the fear of the unknown, the power of authenticity, and the complexities of public perception. The conversation emphasizes the importan…
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Welcome to the beginning of a new round of shenanigans on Philosophy vs. Improv. Let the senior slump begin! Your hosts Mark Linsenmayer and Bill Arnett here talk a blazin' stream of consciousness and then have a pretty long improv scene. Are we already always philosophizing? Watch the proceedings unedited on YouTube. Learn more about your ad choic…
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This week on the podcast, Darian and Steve are joined by James Beard award winner, author and host of ESPN’s TrueSouth John T. Edge. John joins the show to discuss storytelling, why food is important to culture and what it’s like to work with Wright Thompson. You can follow John on Twitter @johntedge. TrueSouth airs on the SEC Network and is availa…
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In this episode of the Accrescent podcast, host Leigh Ann welcomes Dr. Steph Peacock to discuss mold toxicity, its impact on health, and effective ways to heal from it. Dr. Peacock shares her journey from being a competitive swimmer to her focus on holistic medicine, particularly mold toxicity and mast cell activation syndrome. They delve into the …
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This week on the podcast, SI.com’s Mark Wogenrich is back on the podcast this week to chat about airports, James Franklin on injuries and much, much more. Plus, Darian and Steve recap the UCLA game, look ahead to the USC game and remind you how to properly merge. Follow Darian and Steve on Twitter @StuffSomersSays and @SteveSamspell. Visit the webs…
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In this episode, Mark Mcafee, CEO of Raw Farm, explores the fascinating history and benefits of raw milk. The discussion covers the origins of raw milk consumption, its universal acceptance despite lactose intolerance, and the 'Milk Problem' of the late 19th century which led to the introduction of pasteurization. Mcafee highlights the inadequacies…
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This week on the podcast, Penn State alum and Director of Programming and Operations at Sportsnet Pittsburgh Dave Racchini joins the show to talk about the behind the scenes world of regional sports networks. Plus, Steve returned to Beaver Stadium this weekend and a special guest joins the show to file a complaint about Beaver Stadium’s food select…
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In this episode, guest Dr. Annie Brook, shares her personal journey of healing from early trauma and how it eventually led her to a career in somatic psychology and therapy. She recounts a series of life-changing events, including a near-death experience, moving to Berkeley to study meditation and somatic practices, and her eventual deep dive into …
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This week on the podcast, former Penn State defensive lineman Tyoka Jackson joins the show to chat about his career in the world of broadcasting, how he views the game and more. You can follow him on Twitter @TyKnowsFootball Plus, Darian and Steve chat about Penn State’s win over Kent State, react to the UCLA game being at noon, talk about the orga…
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In this episode, Leigh Ann and Kelly discuss the complexities and nuances of personal growth, focusing on the importance of balancing internal work with taking external actions. They explore common themes from client work, such as over-analyzing versus taking action, setting boundaries, and the fear of others' reactions. They also touch on the impo…
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This week on the podcast, PennLive’s Joe Hermitt joins the show to chat about his career, his strategy for games and his most iconic photos. You can follow Joe on Twitter @joehermitt. Plus, Darian and Steve chat about Penn State’s pending kick time with Illinois and chat about James Franklin’s scheduling comment. Follow Darian and Steve on Twitter …
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Dr. Dennis discusses the pivotal moment when he began focusing on mold in his medical practice, highlighting the 1999 Mayo Clinic study linking mold to chronic sinusitis in 93% of cases. He details conventional treatment methods for sinusitis and contrasts them with mold-focused approaches, which involve addressing the environment by identifying mo…
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Chicago's iO Theater was graced on August 21 by Mark, Bill, and special guest theater educator James Whittington, who spoke about embodiment (see Maurice Merleau-Ponty), the possible disconnect between meaning and tone, and being in the physical presence of greatness. They acted out scenes (while still sitting!) about an unsuccessful party and Expe…
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This week on the podcast, Darian and Steve break down Penn State’s win over Bowling Green, Darian shares his thoughts on Beaver Stadium’s updates and the two discuss BTN’s broadcast. Plus, what are the most essential Penn State games to know? Follow Darian and Steve on Twitter @StuffSomersSays and @SteveSamspell. Visit the website at StuffSomersSay…
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Andrew DeGregorio and Host, Leigh Ann Lindsey, dive deep into the world of Cereset, a brain mirroring technology. Andrew shares his personal journey of recovery from a near-death experience and subsequent chronic illnesses through Cereset. The discussion covers how Cereset works, its benefits, and its fast-action results on physical injuries, traum…
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This week on the podcast, Darian and Steve are joined by former Penn State wide receiver DaeSean Hamilton. DaeSean joins the show to share how his injury recovery is going, when the 2016 team realized it was different and how NIL would have changed his college experience. Plus, Darian and Steve break down Penn State’s win over WVU, look forward to …
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In this episode of the Accrescent podcast, host Leigh Ann interviews Nikki Bostwick, founder of The Fullest, a wellness brand focused on the therapeutic benefits of saffron. Nikki shares her journey from a business major in college to a wellness entrepreneur, discussing her personal health transformation and the cultural roots that led her to creat…
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This week on the podcast, Darian and Steve are joined by Penn State men's hockey head coach Guy Gadowsky. Guy joins the show to discuss his relationship with the media, how the Big Ten Network has grown college hockey and more. Follow Darian and Steve on Twitter @StuffSomersSays and @SteveSamspell. Visit the website at StuffSomersSays.com. Join the…
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On this episode of the Accrescent podcast, Dr. Aline LaPierre joins Host Leigh Ann Lindsey to discuss the interconnectedness of mental health, emotional wellness, and somatic therapy. Dr. LaPierre shares her journey from being an artist to becoming a psychologist, ultimately leading her to study the integration of touch and movement in psychotherap…
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This week on the podcast, Darian and Steve kick off the 2024 Penn State football season. First they share the media and fan storylines they’re paying attention to this season. Then they give their picks for interesting games and team MVP. Lastly, over/under returns and the two give their season record prediction. Follow Darian and Steve on Twitter …
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This week on the podcast, Darian and Steve are joined by Penn State alum and senior producer at the Big Ten Network, Rob Michel. Rob chats about what goes on behind the scenes to produce some of your favorite BTN shows, why he’s passionate about his job and how things are changing with conference expansion. You can follow him on Twitter @RobMichel.…
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In this episode of The Accrescent Podcast, today we welcome Brandon Groux, who shares his transformative journey from hospitality industry to becoming a breathwork facilitator and emotional coach. Starting with a deeply personal story of loss and self-discovery, Brandon explains how a chance encounter with breathwork during a retreat in Mexico chan…
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Internationally best-selling author David wrote a book (and made a film) called How We Got Here, which traces the gradual path in the history of ideas from the ancients through various forms of perspectivism, relativism, and post-modernism to the post-truth discourse that authoritarians and wanna-be authoritarians engage in. David's book is in a ve…
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This week on the podcast, Darian and Steve are joined by Penn State alum Ryan Stevens. Now the Director for Public Relations with the Indiana Fever, Ryan chats about what goes into that role and how much it has changed since the arrival of Aliyah Boston and Caitlin Clark. Plus, Darian has some questions for Steve. Follow Darian and Steve on Twitter…
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In this episode of the Accrescent podcast, Sue Hitzmann, creator of the MELT Method, shares her journey into discovering and understanding fascia through her own chronic pain experiences. She explains the importance of fascia, its role in our overall health, and how it connects with our physical and emotional well-being. Sue delves into how stresse…
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Today’s guest is Jen Gilkie, Chief Marketing Officer for Dartmouth Health, one of the largest health systems in northern New England. Jen has had a fascinating and surprising career journey from studying theater here at the University of New Hampshire to being the chief of staff for the 2014 Super Bowl Host Committee to finding her way to healthcar…
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This week on the podcast, Darian and Steve are joined by Penn State alum Chris Raymond. Chris joins the show to talk about his new book, “Men in White: The Gutsy, Against-All-Odds Return of Penn State Football.” The book is an oral history of Penn State’s journey after the sanctions to Big Ten champions and is available wherever books are sold on A…
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In this return episode of the Accrescent podcast, host Leigh Ann shares personal and professional updates, including new online courses and the return of bioenergetic testing. She is joined by friend and team member Kelly to discuss important personal life changes, focusing on Leigh Ann's separation from her husband after eight years together. The …
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This week on the podcast, Darian and Steve are joined by Penn State women’s soccer coach Erica Dambach. Erica chats about Penn State’s new soccer facility, coaching in the NIL era and what it’s like to see her players at the Olympics. Then, Darian and Steve share the results of their second ever Penn State media survey. Follow Darian and Steve on T…
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Danny was in a sketch troupe called Maximum Party Zone back in the day with your improv host Bill, and they've now revived that trio to create the MPZ Listening Party podcast, which workshops sketch ideas in real time as a fun form of conversation. So we try out some of their tricks, such as combining two properties (in this case nominally The Appr…
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This week on the podcast, Darian and Steve chat about the White Out being announced, share the seven things they’re excited for about Penn State football season and Darian gives his very early thoughts on EA Sports College Football 25. Follow Darian and Steve on Twitter @StuffSomersSays and @SteveSamspell. Visit the website at StuffSomersSays.com. …
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Tamler teaches philosophy at The University of Houston and hosts the Very Bad Wizards podcast. He joins Mark and Bill to talk about personal identity and whether the “self” is necessarily co-extensive with a particular body. Plus: meditation, Daniel Day Improv’s method acting, All of Me vs. Regarding Henry, what does “metaphysics” mean to YOU, drea…
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Today’s guest is Chris Dougherty, President and CEO of Brattleboro Memorial Hospital in Brattleboro, Vermont. Chris knew from a young age that he wanted to be a healthcare leader to serve the most vulnerable in our communities. He has done exactly that, having been a hospital CEO on both coasts and in Texas. In this podcast, Chris shares his career…
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This week on the podcast, Darian and Steve catch up after Darian returns back from his trip to the Eras Tour. Plus, they break down what Ben Jones and Cory Giger leaving the beat means for Penn State football fans, talk about Pat Kraft's media blitz, and discuss manners. Follow Darian and Steve on Twitter @StuffSomersSays and @SteveSamspell. Visit …
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The actor/writer/comedian joins us to talk about the philosophy of fashion, from the ancients to the present: Is clothing a mode of self-expression or something more (or less)? What does retro fashion say about the current state of culture? Should you wear clothes that you have to be sewn into? If you only had one little piece of cloth to wear, whe…
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This week on the podcast, Darian and Steve are joined once again by Penn State beat writer Mark Wogenrich, who discusses life as a reporter in the offseason, James Franklin and more. Plus Darian and Steve dig deeper into the White Out topic and offer their condolences to a Beaver Stadium legend. You can follow Mark on Twitter @MarkWogenrich. Follow…
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The philosopher and entertainment journalist direct from Mark’s Pretty Much Pop podcast joins PvI for an hour of merriment. We talk parenthood, philosophy of race, the RULES of improv (or the singular answer to a philosophy question), old 9th graders, one black Peggy, using racy improv in a classroom setting, and more. Hear more PvI. Support the po…
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This week on the podcast, Darian and Steve share the Penn State games they’d change the outcome to and share your picks. Plus, Penn State football has some kick times and they give their pick for the White Out game. Follow Darian and Steve on Twitter @StuffSomersSays and @SteveSamspell. Visit the website at StuffSomersSays.com. Join the newsletter …
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Today is the day!! Our brand new book, The Rhythm of Home is launching out into the world!! Join us as we unpack the heart behind it! Listen in. . . . Grab your copy of The Rhythm of Home Featured Music: As For Me, by Christy Nockles on This is the Hour Connect with Chris & Jenni: Order your copy of The Rhythm of Us https://therhythmofus.com https:…
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Finishing up 19 years of thinking way too much about travel, I indulge in a little bit of nostalgia and talk about my personal travel philosophy. But before that, we compare three Mid-South river cities -- Nashville, Louisville, and Memphis -- talk about the recovery of business travel, and enjoy a full listener mail bag. Check out this episode's s…
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This week on the podcast, Darian and Steve discuss Penn State’s now-approved $700M renovation to Beaver Stadium, the interesting things they found in the presentation and a whole lot more. Plus a glimpse into how college football games are scheduled and Penn State baseball and softball talk. Link to deck from BOT meeting Follow Darian and Steve on …
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