There It Is

In this mini episode we mention the health and creative benefits of journaling. Jason talks about his experience journaling and doing Morning Pages after learning about it in Julia Cameron's "The Artist's Way." He also shares some health benefits to journaling. Journaling can lower stress, boost your mood, keep your mind sharp and more! Journaling can also do wonders for your creativity! Find out the benefits of journaling in this inspiring episode and read more in our sources below. Sources: juliacameronlive.com/books-by-julia/the-artists-way-a-spiritual-path-to-higher-creativity https://intermountainhealthcare.org/blogs/5-powerful-health-benefits-of-journaling https://www.mic.com/impact/science-shows-something-surprising-about-people-who-still-journal-16207322 https://creativeprimer.com/7-types-of-journaling-and-how-to-pick-the-best-style-for-you Instagram: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Twitter: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrJokes Facebook: @ThereItIsPod Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.

We got to talk to Magnet Theater improviser, Ellen Matthews! Ellen is a damn delight! She and Jason take a deep dive into improv! They talk about how stand-up and sketch were more appealing to her than improv was, how finding the Magnet made her fall in love with improv, the improv gods, how improv is the formula to friendship, feeling out the rhythm of a show instead of over-thinking your way through scenes, and much more! Check out her podcast, 'The Pursuit of Perfectness': letshearit.network/series/the-pursuit-of-perfectness Instagram: @CatsCradleImprov, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics  Twitter: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrJokes  Facebook: @ThereItIsPod  Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis

Get ready for a Thanksgiving episode as heartwarming as your aunt's sweet potato pie is sweet! In this episode, Jason takes you on a journey, sharing gratitude for the year's highlights - both on and off the stage. From improv triumphs to personal milestones, he reflects on growth and even talks about a mysterious commercial shoot in Boston. This Thanksgiving, we hope you take a moment to appreciate the comedic and personal highs of the past year. Happy Thanksgiving! Twitter: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrJokes  Instagram: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics  Facebook: @ThereItIsPod  Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis

Struggling with stage confidence? Have we got the episode for you! A lack of confidence can make you hit speed bumps in your development as a performer making it hard for you to open up on stage and shine the way you want to. There are multiple reasons this can happen. We talked to previous guest and licensed psychotherapist (and brilliant Magnet Theater performer), Amie Roe, about this. She offers her take on stage confidence from the unique perspective of understanding confidence as both a therapist and a performer. https://www.amieroe.com  Twitter: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrJokes  Instagram: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics  Facebook: @ThereItIsPod  Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis

We're joined by L.A.-based comedian, Evan Harris! Evan makes a proper return to the podcast! Evan and Jason are good friends who met at Greenville, SC's Alchemy Comedy Theater. She's been living in and performing all over Los Angeles for several years. She's engaging in multiple disciplines so Evan and Jason's talk touches on improv, sketch and stand-up, they also discuss moving from a smaller city to bigger cities, learning at both The Groundlings and Second City, comedy delivery systems, growing in a new scene, and more! Instagram: @EvanJadeHarris, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Twitter: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrJokes Facebook: @ThereItIsPod Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis

It's Halloween 2023! We are joined by the "Of the Show" fellas (who get a new moniker you'll hear in the episode) to talk about Hasan Minhaj's response to the New Yorker piece, Matthew Perry, The Marvels, and our favorite scary movies and our favorite scary moments in TV shows and movies. It's a spooky good time. Twitter: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrJokes Instagram: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Facebook: @ThereItIsPod Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis

We had the pleasure of talking to improviser and instructor, Donna Steele! Jason and Donna crossed paths years ago and the improv gods brought them back together at the Magnet where Jason coaches Donna's house team, Janet. Donna talks with Jason about performing at Coalition Theater in Richmond, VA before going to the WIT in Washington D.C., instructing furloughed government workers, what it was like to move to NYC after getting thoroughly invested at two theaters, her insight on performing improv, puppetry, and more! https://www.donnasteele.com Instagram: @DonnaASteele, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Twitter: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrJokes Facebook: @ThereItIsPod Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis

The "Of the Show" gang's all here for a fun Pop Talk about the best actors-turned-directors. Before Jason discusses the best actors-turned directors with Bro of the Show, BFF of the Show, and Fiancée of the show, they chat about who they hope hosts SNL during the upcoming 49th season and how the search for the Daily Show host is playing out. Note: this is not a ranking or a bracket episode. We're just having a little chat about what film actors went on to direct movies particularly well while, as always, having a few laughs. www.magnettheater.com Twitter: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrJokes Instagram: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Facebook: @ThereItIsPod Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis

Jordan Carlos is an actor, comedian, and writer you've seen all over the place! When they aren't joking around and talking about Gowanus, Jordan talks with Jason about moving to NYC and getting into comedy, how he got to become "Stephen Colbert's Black friend," his journey into writing for shows like Everything's Trash, First Wives Club and The Drew Barrymore Show, and he shares his novel way of booking commercials. It's a super fun talk. https://www.jordancarloscomic.com TikTok: @JordanCarlosOfficial, @JasonFarrToks Instagram: @JordanCarlosOfficial, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Twitter: @JordanCarlos, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrJokes Facebook: @JordanCarlosOfficial, @ThereItIsPod Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis

This episode is also our first on-camera video episode, which you can watch on our YouTube: @ThereItIs! Jason and (Fiancée of the Show) Justina talk a little comedy shop! They chat about the last round of negotiations in the WGA strike (right before they negotiated a tentative deal), the potential impact of the upcoming arrival of Second City to New York City as well as UCB reopening, and about some controversies in the comedy world like the Tonight Show, Russell Brand, and Hasan Minhaj exposés. We primarily discuss the idea of "emotional truths" in comedy. Twitter: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrJokes Instagram: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Facebook: @ThereItIsPod Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis Sources: WGA Strike: https://deadline.com/2023/09/writers-strike-deal-wga-studios-1235551531/ Drew Barrymore: https://www.vox.com/culture/2023/9/19/23880858/drew-barrymore-show-writers-strike-backlash-apology Bill Maher: https://www.reuters.com/world/us/comedian-bill-

We talk to actress and instructor, Hannah Jane McMurray! Hannah Jane has been seen in projects like "WeCrashed," "Law & Order: Organized Crime," "FBI," and several other commercials, shows, and productions. You have more than likely seen her. She's not only a talented actor, but also is a great teacher working at the Kimball Studios in Manhattan. where she met Jason. She talks about growing up in Los Angeles, coming from a family of actors, having a "That Guy" actor for a dad and his hilarious way of protecting her from the biz, studying at LAMBDA in London and Boston Conservatory, what helps her get ready for auditions, how she got into teaching, and more! Listen on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Google, Spotify, YouTube, and SoundCloud! https://www.hannahjanemcmurray.com Twitter: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrJokes Instagram: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Facebook: @ThereItIsPod Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis

Improviser and Author, Greg Tavares, returns to the podcast to candidly reflect on his new book! Greg was an early guest on the podcast and is an old friend. He co-founded Theatre 99 in Charleston, SC and is a brilliant artist. He recently released his new book, "Daddy Issues: How to Stop Worrying and Love Being a Dad." Greg and Jason have a thought-provoking and deeply honest talk. Greg shares his unique journey, from resisting societal norms to embracing fatherhood and becoming a loving dad, his insights on creativity, vulnerability, and the emotional core of comedy which offer a fresh perspective on life's complexities. It's a very interesting chat, as chats with Greg always are! theatre99.com Greg's books are available on his Amazon storefront: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B009BV1JKO Twitter: @Theatre_99, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrJokes Instagram: @Theatre99, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Facebook: @ThereItIsPod Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis

In this episode we talk to character comedian, sketch writer, and director, Amanda Xeller! Amanda is beloved in the house of There It Is. Infectious, hilarious, and lovable, Amanda performs her unique brand of humor with gusto. We had to talk to her about how she got into comedy and how she makes it. Amanda also talks with Jason about starting out in improv, doing the same Disney+ show (The Big Fib), switching over to character-based and sketch comedy, working with Moxie at the Magnet Theater, how she approaches what she creates, and more. She is a darn delight! Get tickets to Character Night on Sept. 10th: magnettheater.com/show/tickets www.amandaxeller.com Instagram: @wildladypegpegpeg, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Twitter: @AmandaXeller, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrJokes Facebook: @ThereItIsPod Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis

Brooklyn Comedy Collective Artistic Director and performer, Philip Markle, joined us for a great talk! Philip Markle has performed all over the place! He studied in Chicago at iO, Second City, and also at The Annoyance which had a huge impact on him. He talks about performing improv on a cruise ship, musical theater and improv, Philip Sparkle, getting burned out and stepping away from running an improv theater for a bit, the heart and purpose behind starting the Brooklyn Comedy Collective, and he shares a lot of wisdom on improv! It's a super fun chat and especially a great listen if you feel stuck in your improv journey. http://brooklyncomedy.com Look up Philip Sparkle on Spotify for his musical comedy Instagram: @PhilipSparkle, @ComedyBrooklyn, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics TikTok: @PhilipSparkle, @ComedyBrooklyn, @JasonFarrToks Twitter: @PhilipSparkle, @ComedyBrooklyn, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrJokes Facebook: @PhilipSparkle, @ThereItIsPod Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22de

Magnet Theater improviser and instructor, Elana Fishbein, returns to the podcast! The last time Elana was on the podcast she and Elena Skopetos talked about their 2-person show, Sisters Three. This time Elana talks about challenging things she's witnessing while as an improv instructor, how to address issues when running a practice, the responsibility of an improviser depending on the form they're doing, as well as many more of her thoughts on improv. It's a really informative chat for improvisers and instructors! Contact her on her website for info on the Improv and Yoga Retreat in Costa Rica: www.ElanaFishbein.com For more on classes and shows at the Magnet: https://magnettheater.com Twitter: @MagnetTheater, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrJokes Instagram: @MagnetTheater, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Facebook: @MagnetTheater, @ThereItIsPod Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis

We finally got to talk to Magnet Theater's Musical Director, Frank Spitznagel! Frank is an accomplished musician and has played all over the place! He talks about his time starting out in conservatory in Boston, his journey through musical theatre, working with Chorus Line and Chicago City Limits and more, the little nuances of playing music with others, and working with Darrell Hammond, Tim Meadows, and Itzhak Perlman. They talk extensively about what he's doing now at The Magnet and Frank breaks down doing musical improv. It's a really informative and fun chat! For info on tickets and classes: www.MagnetTheater.com Twitter: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrJokes Instagram: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Facebook: @ThereItIsPod Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis

Adam Payne joins us to talk about improv and musical improv! Jason and Adam met the same way Jason met many guests, through the Magnet! Adam tells Jason about how he got into improv, finding musical improv, his approach to scene work, how he let's loose when performing, making guitar lesson videos, and more! It's as fun of a chat as Adam is a person! Twitter: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrJokes Instagram: @mrsumada, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Facebook: @ThereItIsPod Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis

Nina Sharma is a NJ-based writer and performer and we talked to her about her work! Jason met Nina through Magnet Theater and she was always performing and/or at the same shows as Jason. She performs with previous guest, Sarita Ekya, on the South Asian Women's improv team "Not Your Biwi." She and Jason talk about how she got into writing; getting past rejection on the road to getting published in places like The New Yorker, Electric Literature, and Women’s Studies Quarterly; how she got into improv; and more. It's a fun chat! https://www.nina-sharma.com Twitter: @nsharmawriter, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrJokes Instagram: @NotYourBiwiImprov, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Facebook: @ThereItIsPod Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis

The "Of the Show" Fellas are here to nerd out and goof off about this year's (2023) Emmys Nominations! Brother of the Show, Trey, and Best Friend of the Show, Rob, join Jason to talk all that POP about the shows nominated for Emmys, which were announced days before this recording. They dive into the comedy and drama categories discussing who they think will win, Succession vs. Better Call Saul, and debate whether or not FX's The Bear is a comedy. We'll see whose predictions were right later this year! Twitter: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrJokes Instagram: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Facebook: @ThereItIsPod Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis

We talk to the always hilarious NYC improviser, Fu Goto! Fu is such an effervescent improviser and watching her perform is a breath of fresh air. She has been on teams at both UCB and the Magnet, which isn't incredibly common and is hard to do. Jason talks with her about how she discovered improv, what made her eventually want to get into, how she continued to have fun doing improv despite going through a time period of failing at, what it's like switching between theaters, and shares plenty of improv wisdom. Twitter: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrJokes Instagram: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Facebook: @ThereItIsPod Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis