There It Is

It's the podcast's 4-year anniversary! Jason is joined by Girlfriend of the Show, Justina, to talk about the past year of the podcast, big moments we've had, creating the newsletter, making content during what we're going through, and what we hope for the podcast in the next year. Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis Twitter: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrJokes Instagram: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Facebook: @ThereItIsPod TikTok: @JasonFarrToks Twitch: @JasonFarrTwitches

Given the world we are in Jason wanted to share his thoughts on race relations and racism in our country. He also shares places to find ways to support. Below are links to things he referenced in the episode, but these are just starting points. Continue your education on how other people live. Support and Donations How to Support the Struggle Against Police Brutality: www.thecut.com/2020/06/george-floyd-protests-how-to-help-where-to-donate.html 5 Organizations Worth Supporting Right Now: www.gq.com/story/george-floyd-donation-organizations Resources, Ways to Donate: www.usatoday.com/story/life/2020/05/29/george-floyd-death-donations-resources-justice-petitions/5282539002/ Information NAACP: www.naacp.org Black Lives Matter: blacklivesmatter.com Twitter: @opalayo, @aliciagarza, @OsopePatrisse, @deray Instagram: @Rachel.Cargle, @eatokratheapp, @blacknationapp

Since this was the week of a major holiday we decided to do a mini episode with Girlfriend of the Show, Justina! The pair answer a couple listeners' questions, talk about filmed improv and Zoomprov, what activities they've done while staying-at-home, and doing comedy during weird or difficult times. It's a fun little chat to keep you company! Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis Twitter: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrJokes Instagram: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Facebook: @ThereItIsPod

Austin-based stand-up comedian, Arielle Isaac Norman, joins us! After talking about bad headshots (unlike hers which is great), Arielle talks with Jason about starting out in stand-up comedy, moving around the US, prospects for the future, unique stand-up shows she runs, her podcast and more! It's a thriving chat! More about Arielle here: arielleisaacnorman.com Facebook: @NormanArielle, @genderfluidspodcast, @ThereItIsPod Instagram: @ellendegenderless, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Twitter: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrJokes Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis

We talked to Actor, Writer, Comedian, Megan Sass! Megan Sass has done a ton of stuff! She's amazing! Megan and Jason talk all of the things, including acting and writing, how she got into comedy, being surrounded by talented people, developing projects, how she started making comedy songs, the struggle to power through writer's block, and wise pontificiations about the state of just about everything! It's a really great, fun, sassy chat. More about Megan here: megan-sass.com Twitter: @Megan_Sass, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrJokes Facebook: @MeganSass123, @ThereItIsPod Instagram: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis

We thought we'd share this pre-interview chat Jason had with this week's guest Michael Stevens. It's about the effects staying at home is having (both positive and negative) and some of the potential benefits of this time period we're all in. Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis Instagram: @saint_evens, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Twitter: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrJokes Facebook: @ThereItIsPod

In this episode we talk to actor and Magnet Theater performer, Michael Stevens! Jason and Michael talk characters, how he breaks down sketches and scenes, his insightful approach to playing a character, Michael Keaton's greatness, somehow fit a discussion about the the ridiculous movie Soul Man, how people have depicted Black people in entertainment, and have a lot to say about Batman including how he might need to check his privilege. It's a super fun talk! Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis Instagram: @saint_evens, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Twitter: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrJokes Facebook: @ThereItIsPod

In this episode we're joined by Best Friend of the Show Rob and Brother of the Show Trey to talk Late Night Talk Show Hosts and more! We have a new bracket for you to do! It's of Late Night Comedy Talk Show Hosts! Before they break down the bracket, the fellas talk about the Prince Tribute Show, Quarantine binging, and the talk show hosts doing well with their "At Home" editions. Then they talk about the Late Night Talk Show Hosts bracket, which you can do! It's a fun, nerdy chat! Give it a listen! Download the bracket from our Twitter or ThereItIsPod.com, fill it out, and post it online! Tag @ThereItIsPod and use the hashtags #LateNightSmackdown, #NowTheresALateNightHost, and #LateNightandChill. Subscribe to our comedy lifestyle newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis Twitter: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrJokes Instagram: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Facebook: @ThereItIsPod

Caissie St. Onge is an Emmy-nominated writer and producer who worked at Late Show with David Letterman, Best Week Ever, Busy Tonight and more! Jason and Caissie bonded over Prince so it's only fitting they start off talking about him. Then Caissie talks about her career working as an assistant for David Letterman and learning how to write jokes and getting them on the show, working at The Rosie O'Donnell Show, working with the legendary Joan Rivers and how Tina Fey reminds her of Joan, getting into production, Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen, and showrunning Busy Tonight. She's done so much they couldn't even get to all of it, but there is a sweet story about Mr. Rogers. This is a wonderful talk and Caissie is a true inspiration. Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis Twitter: @Caissie, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrJokes Instagram: @instacais, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Facebook: @ThereItIsPod

Recent podcast guest Jackie Stewart (Meditation Teacher & Mindfulness Advisor) did a guided meditation at the end of the episode. We wanted to share that meditation as a bonus episode to make it easy to find and use! Meditation is great for can help with managing stress and anxiety, calming the mind, and help with your creativity. Jackie designed this meditation with performers in mind. Try it before your next performance to help open your mind up, keep you spontaneous, and calm your nerves! Listen to Jackie's episode (Episode 167) to hear about her journey from acting to meditation. Find out more about Jackie on JackieStewart.com or on her linktree: linktr.ee/_jackiestewart_ Instagram: @_jackiestewart_, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Twitter: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrJokes Facebook: @ThereItIsPod

In this episode we chat with hilarious social media dad, Simon C. Holland! Your friends have shared his jokes and now you get to hear what he sounds like! Simon talks with Jason about how he got into comedy, how he started writing jokes about being a dad, how his kids respond to his jokes, different ways he uses social media, and more! Simon and Jason get each other because they're both from the South which is why this conversation is smooth and easy-going so give it a listen. Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis Twitter: @SimonCHolland, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrJokes Instagram: @SimonCHolland, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Facebook: @SimonCHolland, @ThereItIsPod

We had the joy of talking to Meditation Teacher & Mindfulness Advisor, Jackie Stewart! Jackie started out as an actress before devoting her time to meditation. She talks about studying acting, appearing in shows like Ironside and Law & Order, stepping away from acting for a bit, exploring meditation, finding herself, mindfulness, and much more. Jackie brings a peaceful vibe to the podcast. This is an eye-opening discussion for performers and non-performers alike. Find out more about Jackie on JackieStewart.com or on her linktree: linktr.ee/_jackiestewart_ To sign up for Greg Tavares' online classes email: gregtavares99@gmail.com To sign up for Elana Fishbein's online classes go to: elanafishbein.com/remote-learning Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis Instagram: @_jackiestewart_, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Twitter: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrJokes Facebook: @ThereItIsPod

Today's guest is NYC actor, improviser, and improv coach, Phoebe Tyers! Phoebe is great! You've seen her in Search Party and/or on the Magnet Theater stage! She talks with Jason about moving to NYC, transitioning from stage acting to sketch acting, starting a theater, when she started doing improv, insincerity in work, how she got the part in Search Party, the struggle, her focus when coaching improv, and more! She's really awesome and has a lot of wisdom so give this a listen! More on Phoebe at phoebetyers.com Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis Instagram: @PhoebeTyers, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Twitter: @PhoebeTyers, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrJokes Facebook: @ThereItIsPod

Just like you we have to be at home, so Jason and Girlfriend of the Show, Justina, decided to do a comedy shop talk episode about what that experience is like. We get into how it's affecting us as comedians and how it's affecting our theater, The Magnet, and others. We mention things you can support and content you can check out. We hope you are staying in and staying safe! How to help The Magnet: magnettheater.com/2020/03/22/how-can-i-help-the-magnet Our Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis Best Friend of the Show Clay's YouTube (rebranded since recording this ep): https://www.youtube.com/misterclay Best Friend of the Show Rob's Instagram: @RobMcNabb82 Twitch: @TheMagnetTheater, @seanniec, @JasonFarrTwitches Instagram: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Twitter: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrJokes Facebook: @ThereItIsPod

In this episode we talked to NYC performer, Camille Theobald! Jason kicks off the episode with some positivity before you hear his delightful chat with Camille! Then, after talking about how bad articles on websites that churn out pieces are Camille tells Jason about how she switched up her direction in theater after being told she should do comedy, what it was like to start focusing on comedy, going from musical theater to comedy, dealing with regrets, learning new skills like making video sketches, hitting the comedy club scene, being in a Keith Urban guitar promo, and more! Keep up with Camille on her website: www.camilletheobald.com Instagram: @camillecomedy, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Twitter: @camltheo, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrJokes Facebook: @ThereItIsPod Twitch: @JasonFarrTwitches Subscribe to our comedy lifestyle newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis

Today's guest is improviser and host of Maaad Late!, Chris De La Cruz! Chris talks with Jason about being from Ohio, starting improv in college, good college improv team names, what he likes about improv, teaching high schoolers to do improv, his involvement with the Moth's high school slams, getting on the Tonight Show, developing his improvised late night talk show Maaad Late!, and shares a cool story about Nick Cannon. Maaad Late - March 28th: https://magnettheater.com/show/tickets/54645 Subscribe to our comedy lifestyle newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis Instagram: @maaadlateshow, @chris_dlc_, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Twitter: @ThereItIs Pod, @JasonFarrJokes Facebook: @ThereItIsPod

Today's guest is life coach, Dr. Brook Harmon. Jason and Brook talk about what a life coach focuses on, the misconceptions of what a life coach does, things that can demotivate you, certain techniques you can use to speak to negative thoughts, ways you can motivate yourself, dealing with rejection and more. It's an uplifting and equipping episode to help you in your career! Brook's tips on small steps: https://www.brookharmoncoaching.com/post/five-small-steps-towards-healthy-habits Subscribe to our newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/brook-harmon Facebook: @ThereItIsPod Twitter: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrJokes Instagram: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics

This week we have improviser and author of "Pirate Robot Ninja: An Improv Fable," Billy Merritt! Aside from discussing the theory behind his book; Billy talks to Jason about a slew of improv topics. After sharing a story involving an alleged cult, Billy talks about how he started out in improv, his exposure to long form improv, moving to NYC, the benefit of knowing how to do short form, the early days of UCB, how comedy changes when society evolves, teaching tips, and he offers a really great post-show tip for you performers. It's a very encouraging interview so give it a listen! More on the book: piraterobotninja.com Subscribe to our newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis Twitter: @BillyMerritt, @ThereItIsPod, @ThereItIsJokes Instagram: @ThereItIsPod, @ThereItIsPics Facebook: @ThereItIsPod

Today's guests are the creators of the web series Woe Is She, Chelsea B. Lockie, Stephanie Fagan, and Kathleen Simmonds! Jason got to sit down with these talented women to talk about the web series and how they developed it. They also chat about where they're from, how they met, Kathleen's trip to this year's Oscars ceremony, film festivals, and there's mention of crustaceans. They give a lot of insight on what goes into making and releasing a web series. Watch the series on IG, Facebook, Vimeo, (soon on Amazon Prime), and GoIndieTV on ROKU. Find out more at https://linktr.ee/woeissheseries Twitter: @WoeIsSheSeries, @ThereItIsPod Facebook: @WoeIsSheSeries, @ThereItIsPod Instagram: @WoeIsSheSeries, @ThereItIsPod

Actor and improv legend Dave Pasquesi joins Jason from Chicago! Dave talks with Jason about starting comedy after quitting his day job, doing stand-up, studying under improv guru Del Close, his early years in improv, his approach to improv, who and what inspires him, his acting career, Chicago, Tim Meadows, and, of course, TJ & Dave. It's a great discussion for the comedy nerds and for people who like inspiring and brilliant performers. It's one of our best! Buy TJ & Dave's book Improvisation at the Speed of Life on Amazon Watch TJ & Dave's Vimeo series: vimeo.com/ondemand/tjanddave Subscribe to our comedy lifestyle newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis Twitter: @DPasquesi, @TJandDave, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrJokes Facebook: @TJandDave, @ThereItIsPod Instagram: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics