B.i.t.s, The Boston Improv Talk Station

The Improv Saved My Life Podcast Episode #46 (Ian Dyer, Joshua Vivace & Ethan Diamond) In this episode, Tom is joined by two co hosts from the upcoming improv group “Everything’s Coming Up Millhouse”, local comedian & artist, Ethan Diamond (mrethandiamond.tumblr.com) and Joshua Vivace (“Hammerkatz") and guest, Ian Dyer ("Full Leather Jacket” , ImprovBoston Harold Night: Top Shelf Team “First Date"). Topics discussed include Ian’s globetrotting youth, The Harold structure, Ian’s improv career, improvisers being in their own head after shows and Tom’s hatred of the produce, yams. This week’s edition of “The Made Up Movie Game” features “Twisted" a Keith Sweat inspired spin on the Wizard of Oz the quickly spirals out of control…pun intended Should you check out this episode? Yes, and…also check out “First Date”, Ian’s Top Shelf Harold Team Wednesday nights at ImprovBoston (http://haroldnight.com) Do me a favor and subscribe and rate "The Improv Saved My Life Podcast” on iTunes at this link https://

The Improv Saved My Life Podcast Episode #45 (David Marino & Ethan Diamond) In this episode, Tom is joined by local comedian & artist, Ethan Diamond (The Improv Saved My Life Podcast Episode #45 (David Marino & Ethan Diamond) In this episode, Tom is joined by local comedian & artist, Ethan Diamond (mrethandiamond.tumblr.com) and guest, David Marino (Performer, Director & Executive Trainer at ImprovBoston). Topics discussed include David's theatre background, performing at The Boston Children’s Museum, his time at ImprovBoston and importance of warm ups in improv. This week’s edition of “The Made Up Movie Game” features “Out Ta Get Me" a Guns N’ Roses inspired western about two old west outlaws, who both vie for the attention of a “working” girl, the problem is…she’s married Should you check out this episode? Yes, and…also check out all of the great shows at ImprovBoston Do me a favor and subscribe and rate "The Improv Saved My Life Podcast” on iTunes at this link https://itunes.app

The Improv Saved My Life Podcast Episode #44 (Kathryn Jordan & Stacey Queripel) In this episode, Tom is joined again by his partner in crime, Stacey Queripel (Eagle, Come!) and guest, Kathryn Jordan (WNBA, Improv Asylum House Teams). Topics discussed include Kathryn’s improv career, performing with The WNBA, pretentious names and spelling bees. Also Mary Largenton and Joey Lopez drop in for a brief cameo. This week’s edition of “The Made Up Movie Game” features “My Favourite Game” a Cardigans inspired family drama about a very different kind of family Should you check out this episode? Yes, and…also check out Kathryn perform Tuesday nights at Improv Asylum House Teams Do me a favor and subscribe and rate "The Improv Saved My Life Podcast” on iTunes at this link https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/b.i.t.s-boston-improv-talk/id786818514?mt=2

The Improv Saved My Life Podcast Episode #43 (Amanda Sousa & John MacGregor) In this episode, Tom is joined by two guests, Amanda Sousa (Seriously Bent Alumni, Improv Asylum House Teams) & John MacGregor (Seriously Bent, Just Suspects, What Up D'oh). Topics discussed include Amanda's improv origins in Suffolk's "Seriously Bent", John's time performing standup with Steve Sweeney, Improv Asylum House Teams & why no one ever makes "That's what he said" jokes. This week’s edition of “The Made Up Movie Game” features “The Three of Us” a Streetlight Manifesto inspired tale about three orphan triplets from Southie who dream to open a burger chain in France, they just need to get there first. Should you check out this episode? Yes, and…also check out John and Amanda at Improv Asylum House Teams and John at Just Comedy at Hennessy's on Monday nights and at The Just Suspects Show at The Hideout on Wednesday Nights. Do me a favor and subscribe and rate "The Improv Saved My Life Podcast” on iTunes at thi

The Improv Saved My Life Podcast Episode #42(Samantha Gaus & Stacey Queripel) In this episode, Tom is joined by second time co host and good friend, Stacey Queripel (Eagle, Come!) and guest, Samantha Gaus (Secret Stash). Topics discussed include Samantha's inspiring story of overcoming cancer, her impressive stand up career, Secret Stash & the differences between the improv and standup communities. Also recent addition to Improv Asylum House Teams and Secret Stash member, Eddie McCabe makes a brief cameo. This week’s edition of “The Made Up Movie Game” features “Buttons” a Pussy Cat Doll's inspired tale about Buttons, a whimsical talking cat and his two hamster buddies and the hijinx that ensue at his job at the potato factory. Should you check out this episode? Yes, and…also check out Samantha's blog http://learningtobefunny.com/ Do me a favor and subscribe and rate "The Improv Saved My Life Podcast” on iTunes at this link https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/b.i.t.s-boston-improv-talk/id7868185

The Improv Saved My Life Podcast Episode #41(Eddie McCabe & Jeff Kucukistipanoglu) In this episode, Tom is joined by a pair of guests from improv group "Secret Stash", Eddie Mccabe (Secret Stash, Tech Operator at Improv Asylum) and Jeff Kucukistipanoglu (Secret Stash, Improv Asylum Hose Teams). Topics discussed include Jeff & Ed’s improv beginnings, Ed’s childhood and adult acting career, being runner up to Haley Joel Osment in "The Sixth Sense”, Secret Stash’s show at Improv Asylum, various media projects and wrestling. Also Lance Blaze Patterson makes a brief cameo. This week’s edition of “The Made Up Movie Game” features “Pour Some Sugar On Me” a Def Leopard inspired war story about a soldier who knows a secret code and the lengths the enemy will go to get it. Should you check out this episode? Yes, and…also check out B.I.T.S, The Boston Improv Talk Station presents The Boston Improv 2x2 Tournament THIS SUNDAY, 8/21 AT THE BOSTONIA PUBLIC HOUSE ON STATE STREET FROM 7-9PM! Do me a favor and su

The Improv Saved My Life Podcast Episode #40(Mary Largenton & Kelsey Judge Buckley) In this episode, Tom is joined by co host, Kelsey Judge Buckley (Stroopwafel, Usher at Improv Asylum) and guest, Mary Largenton (Improv Asylum House Teams, Improv Boston Harold Night team "Viceroy", Just Suspects, Okay Cowboy, BusCow & "Events Manager" at Improv Asylum). Topics discussed include Mary's interesting journey into improv, being the events manager at Improv Asylum, The WNBA, The Duel and Emerson's Stroopwafel. Also Tom announces "B.I.T.S, The Boston Improv Talk Station presents The Boston Improv 2x2 Tournament" a 16 team open invite tournament being held over two nights at Bostonia Public House and Hennessy's on Sunday, 8/31 and 9/1. Also the expansion of B.I.T.S to a daily format with new shows debuting on 9/1. This week’s edition of “The Made Up Movie Game” features “All For You" a "Sister Hazel" inspired movie about friends who work in a coffee shop and the black pants suit that changed their lives

The Improv Saved My Life Podcast Episode #38 (James Elwood & Stephie Kay) In this episode, Tom is joined by a duo of Secret Stache members, James Elwood (Secret Stache, Okay Cowboy, IA House Teams) & Stephie Kay (Seriously Bent, Secret Stache, Improv Asylum House Teams). Topics discussed include Stephie and James improv beginnings, the legacy of "Seriously Bent", The Del Close Marathon and Secret Stache's debut at Improv Asylum at "The Booby Trap" this Monday night. This week’s edition of “The Made Up Movie Game” features “Wash My Hands" a farce about a charming little taqueria with a disgusting secret. Should you check out this episode? Yes, and…also check out Secret Stache at Improv Asylum this Monday, 8/11 at "The Booby Trap" and at "What Else Ya Gonna Do Wednesday?" at Maggy's Lounge this Wednesday, 8/13 Do me a favor and subscribe and rate "The Improv Saved My Life Podcast” on iTunes at this link https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/b.i.t.s-boston-improv-talk/id786818514?mt=2

The Improv Saved My Life Podcast Episode #37 (Mike Zakarian & Darrick Mello) In this episode, Tom is joined by co host and buddy, Darrick Mello and guest, Mike Zakarian (ImprovBoston Harold Team, “Viceroy”, “The Midy Zevlin”). Topics discussed include Mike’s improv origins, the nature of two person improv scenes, Mike’s improv duo “The Midy Zevlin” and Darrick’s love of sports. This week’s edition of “The Made Up Movie Game” features “Dog Sh*t” a Wu-Tang Clan inspired buddy comedy about two “Bros” who are trying to keep a secret of the canine variety from their snooping landlord. Should you check out this episode? Yes, and…also check out Mike perform with “The Midy Zevlin” at “What Else Ya Gonna Do Wednesday?” hosted by “Eagle, Come!” at Maggie’s Lounge in Quincy on August 13th. Do me a favor and subscribe and rate "The Improv Saved My Life Podcast” on iTunes at this link https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/b.i.t.s-boston-improv-talk/id786818514?mt=2

"Today the boys are down a Zach and up a Tom. Tom Boyer joins the Deep Pod Cuts cast and they explore the strange world of Tube or Not Tube. Family Conspiracies, Secret Societies, and of course...tubes."

The Improv Saved My Life Podcast Episode #36 (Nate Lopez & Holly Tarnower) In this episode, Tom is joined by a duo of ImprovBoston Main Stage Actors, Nate Lopez and Holly Tarnower. Topics discussed include Nate and Holly’s improv origins, Nate’s time in the U.S Navy, Holly’s artistic youth and improv “prodigy status”, Urban Improv, both guests time at IB and Tom seeks clarification on what is implied by an adult woman telling him “See you later, alligator”. Should you check out this episode? Yes, and…check out Nate and Holly at The Main Stage Show at ImprovBoston Do me a favor and subscribe and rate "The Improv Saved My Life Podcast” on iTunes at this link https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/b.i.t.s-boston-improv-talk/id786818514?mt=2

Deep Pod Cuts - Season 1 - Episode 8 (“Shiver Me Tinders") This week's episode of Deep Pod Cuts we delve into the depths of Honolulu, Florida's surprisingly large fire building community with 'Shiver Me Tinders". We share feelings, talk about fire, and might even solve an arson or two!

The Improv Saved My Life Podcast Episode #35 (Jeff Rubin) In this episode, Tom is joined by guest, Jeff Rubin (“College Humor”, “Buzzfeed” & “The Jeff Rubin Jeff Rubin Show"). Topics discussed include Jeff's early days of video making, his time at “College Humor”, advice for internet video producers and the cool format of “The Jeff Rubin Jeff Rubin Show”. Jeff also gives a “Buzzfeed” style list of some of his favorite internet videos. Should you check out this episode? Yes, and…check out Jeff’s work at “Buzzfeed” at this link http://www.buzzfeed.com/jeffrubin Do me a favor and subscribe and rate "The Improv Saved My Life Podcast” on iTunes at this link https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/b.i.t.s-boston-improv-talk/id786818514?mt=2

The Improv Saved My Life Podcast Episode #34 (Tao Yang & Josh Vivace) In this episode... Tom is joined by co host Josh Vivace (“Flawed Victory”, “Hammer Cats”) and guest, Tao Yang (”ImprovBoston Harold Team “Viceroy"). Topics discussed include inventive improv structures, Topenga from “Boy Meets World”, acknowledging other performers good performances and Tao and Josh’s improv careers. Also there is a tease of a new show coming to B.I.T.S. "The Made Up Movie Game" for this week is “Unpretty” a “TLC” inspired film about a supermodel who had it all until some careless scientists change her life for forever…for the better. Should you check out this episode? Yes, and…check out Tao perform at ImprovBoston

The Improv Saved My Life Podcast (4th of July The Made Up Movie Game Bonus Episode) This episode features all of the "The Made Up Movie Game"s from the first 10 episodes of the podcast. Enjoy your 4th of July!

Deep Pod Cuts - Season 1 - Episode 7 (“Checkers & Stripes") This week’s episode follows the "Deep Pod Cuts Crew" of Zach Bain, Ryan Pierannunzi and special guest Jeraul Mackey as they uncover a topical hidden gem of a podcast “Checkers & Stripes”, a podcast about soccer, uniforms & grass. Deep Pod Cuts, where all the podcasts are interesting and may or may not be made up. Check out Buscow at Hennessy's each week and also at Studio 40, Friday nights at ImprovBoston.

The Improv Saved My Life Podcast Episode #33 (Katie Shannon & Eric LaMonica) In this episode, Tom is joined by co host Eric LaMonica ("Improv Asylum’s NXT”, “Awkward Compliment”, “What Up D’oh?”) and guest, Katie Shannon (“Thompson Films”, “K&A”, “113 Days"). Topics discussed include Katie’s web series “K&A”, working with improvisers as actors, the process of making video content, Michael Bay, Eric’s improv and acting background and Katie’s film making career. Should you check out this episode? Yes, and… catch up with past episode’s of "K&A” at http://www.karlyandalex.com and watch the season finale this Wednesday, July 2nd Also Check out Eric’s “NXT” debut on Sunday, July 6th at Improv Asylum Do me a favor and subscribe and rate "The Improv Saved My Life Podcast” on iTunes at this link https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/b.i.t.s-boston-improv-talk/id786818514?mt=2

The Improv Saved My Life Podcast Episode #32 (Ryan McFarland & Matt Ferrante) In this episode Tom is joined by co host, Matt Ferrante ("Hashtag Comedy", "Game of Scones") and guest, Ryan McFarland ("Awkward Compliment", Improv Asylum's "NXT", "Ghost Factory"). Topics discussed include Ryan's amazing intro for "Ghost Factory", his love of hosting, his chemistry with Mark O'Connel, Awkward Compliment and his improv career. This week's edition of "The Made Up Movie Game" features "Beautiful Girl" an "INXS" inspired tale about a case of mistaken identity leads to three very odd roomates staying together at a college dorm. Should you check this episode out? Yes, and... also check out Ryan and the rest of Awkward Compliment every Thursday night at "Awkward Compliment Comedy Night" at the Somerville Theater.

The Improv Saved My Life Podcast Episode #31 (Ken Breese) In this episode, Tom is joined by guest, Ken Breese (Main Stage Actor at "ImprovBoston”, “Fine Line Comedy"). Topics discussed include performing naked improv, Ken’s comedy and improv past and future & “Lady Mix-Allot". This week there are two different editions of “The Made Up Movie Game” featuring “Crazy Town” in which two friends from Utah find more then what they bargained for at a backwoods country store & “Lonely Ol’ Night” in which we find out what happens when “Twilight” meets folks in their twilight years. Should you check out this episode? Yes, and… check out Ken on the Main Stage of ImprovBoston and at Fine Line Comedy

The Improv Saved My Life Podcast Episode #30 (Lori Strauss & Chris Griffin) In this episode, Tom is joined by co host, Christopher Griffin (“Current Eventuals”, “Always On Deck") and guest Lori Strauss (Director and Instructor at “ImprovBoston”, Host of “Moth Boston Story Slams"). Topics discussed include the influence of “The Simpsons” on adolescents, Lori’s improv routes and possible glass blowing future and her writing career. This weeks edition of “The Made Up Movie Game” features “Porch” a "Pearl Jam" song inspired love story about a man, a woman and a talking dog separated by an inconvenient street in a post apocalyptic world. Should you check out this episode? Yes, and… TONIGHT (6/13) check out Lori at "Blackout: The Podcast 2!” at ImprovBoston, ALSO TOMORROW (6/14) “Harold & Hotdog Flag Day Party” at Starlab in Union Square