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Kornfeld And Andrews: The Radio Plays
by Kornfeld and Andrews /Lloydie James Lloyd
”Two Improv Masters” -- New York Times. Seasoned performers, longtime improv instructors, and all-around swell guys Rick Andrews and Louis Kornfeld combine their improv powers for a series of longform, improvised radio plays that are as honest as they are hilarious. With a patient, nuanced style, they create a textured world filled with characters that will make you laugh and move you all at the same time. It’s comedy. It’s theater. It’s radio (but on a podcast). Produced by Lloydie James Lloyd in Nottingham, England.See Kornfeld and Andrews live on Sundays at The Magnet Theater in New York: magnettheater.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Dietary Supplemental Opportunity
When one guy forgets to smile while on the phone at a call center, a review is held into his on-call conduct.Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick AndrewsSee new videos of live Kornfeld and Andrews shows here: https://www.youtube.com/@kornfeldandandrews2933 Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sitting At The Feet Of The Master
A retreat can heal the soul. When coming to review it, it's important to acknowledge the journey you have been on, the things you have resolved and the things that have surfaced. Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick AndrewsSee new videos of live Kornfeld and Andrews shows here: https://www.youtube.com/@kornfeldandandrews2933 Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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We'll Put That In The No Pile
Sometimes a changing room is too restrictive when trying on clothes. To get the right fit and to feel the right way, you sometimes need to think outside the changing room.Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Niagara Falls
Niagara Falls. One of the great wonders of the world. It can leave you speechless. Especially when someone asks a very important question of you. Sometimes the flow of water disrupts the ability of the mind to say the thing you really want to say.Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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High Noon (According To My Watch)
There is only room for one of them in town, but which of these cowboys will survive given they can't quite agree on when high noon actually is!Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Cutie Patootie
At the dog park there's this one guy who is new, and he's just doing his best to make friends.Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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JAWS
Sharks. They are dangerous. They have so many features. They do so many things. It is hard to stress strongly enough all the things a shark can do and all the things they are like. However, this episode is a pretty deep dive into this world.Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Personal Investment Opportunity
There are two wonderful opportunities for one man. One is easy to accept; the other is a more complex situation which requires balancing risk with a vision for a very specific type of venture. Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Golden Orb: A Reality Show
The Golden Orb is a reality show where one person is a thief and one person gets their innocence revealed thanks to a physical challenge. The innocent must decide who they think the thief of the golden orb is. Many would think this a simple format, but for one man, a variety of factors have led to significant confusion. Will Michael be able to decide on who the thief is, or will the confusion of the game get the better of him?Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Cruise (Feature Length)
This episode marks the two year anniversary of the Kornfeld and Andrews: The Radio Plays podcast.To celebrate, this is a special feature length edition called The Cruise.One man goes on a cruise in the hope of finding love. But will he succeed?Improvised by:Louis Kornfeld and Rick Andrews with special guests:Bianca CasusolElana FishbeinKaty SchutteLiam Webber Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Alien Egg
When two friends spot something unusual, they begin to encounter something truly out of this world. But what could it possibly want?Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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I Don't Understand Sheets
A friend in need in a friend indeed. Following his relationship hitting the rocks, one man moves in with his not so close friend, who might end up being a slightly closer friend.Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Party Room C
One father needs to pick up his teen from a laser tag party but also needs to check in with the staff to address issues that are primarily his own.Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Where Are You?
Taking a call in the middle of spin class leads to a family revelation, discussion of dinner and the hyping up of great spin bike performance.Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Welcome, Travelers
When a couple arrive at an experiential show, they begin to realise the depth of the artistic endeavour in which they are about to be immersed. Stuck in a world where art and process intersect, one half of the couple is required to step up and engage with the experience, but are they truly willing to go through with it all?Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Totally Sick, Super Cool, Rad!
One of Seattle's great morning TV shows has a sportsman guest who is forced to talk about so much more than his sport, as this magazine-style show moves from one subject to the next.Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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I Point The Camera At The Thing I'm Filming
After a screening of his movie, a director enters into an indepth Q&A about his film. His film making style may not be as complex as first imagined.Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Slow Roasted
One guy needs his coffee a certain way. One supermarket is keen to get it right. Together, as a team, things can get done, and all to a John Williams soundtrack.Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Pressure Is Doing Something To My Brain
A navy submarine is a highly pressured environment in a highly pressurised vessel. Many men find this tricky, no matter their background or seniority. Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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I Love The Way You Look
One garment leads to a life revelation that cannot simply be remedied by therapy or walking.Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Super Bowl Football Man Football Interview 2026 Football
It's half time at the Super Bowl and one quarterback is making all the running. In an exclusive interview, one of the top players of all time talks to one of the top interviewers of all time. Insight, gratitude and struggle all form part of this episode which has been titled to maximise SEO opportunities in Super Bowl week.Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Where Did I Start The War?
When a couple start bidding in an auction, it becomes clear their relationship is more complicated than most. Thankfully there are some exceptional items on which they can place bids.Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Bigfoot Of Turkeys
On a birdwatching trip, two men stumble upon an exceptionally rare sighting, but one is a little more in awe than the other.Content Warning: TurkeysImprovised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Wolfgang Buck
Two musicians are tuning up ready for a concert, under the direction of a famous conductor, but the way in which one musician feels he has been directed has left doubts and a simmering resentment.Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/ Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Robust German Pines
On a train ride to Berlin, one couple explore their thoughts, their wants, their needs and discover they might not completely align.Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Longest Countdown
Two prisoners see in the new year in the cell they share. For all the talk of resolutions, for one of them, old habits are hard to break.Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/ Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Agape
It's the office Christmas party and there's a strict "no gifts" rule in place, along with a large amount of non-copyright holiday songs. What could go wrong? Surely nothing. Nothing at all.Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Beach
A couple spend a day at the beach with their son Caleb, where casual conversation takes unexpected turns. What starts as a relaxing outing becomes a space for deeper discussions about relationships, communication styles, and how we talk to one another. This podcast contains discussion of blue drinks.Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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A Little Off The Side And A Little More Off The Top
Just because you have had a traumatic incident happen when you were cutting hair, it doesn't mean you can't make it as a barber.Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Hey Buddy
Two guys strike up conversation at the car wash. Will they walk away friends?Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Pork Pie
Every dog and every owner should get the chance to shine at a dog show. Correction: almost every dog and owner.Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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You Got To Be F***** Kiddin Me
When two former gym buddies run into each other in the supermarket they need to put the world to rights about the key issues, like motion smoothing and the invention of the Post-It Note.Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Dirty Laundry
One man is just trying to get a simple work call sorted at a laundromat but sometimes other patrons need to talk about the original Star Trek show bible. Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Haunted Canoe
One child at camp needs just a little more detail on the campfire ghost story and it isn't playing well with the storyteller.Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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LIVE EPISODE: Shark Tank
One man has a very unfortunate experience on a live television show and is now living with the consequences.This episode was recorded in front of a live audience at the Magnet Theater, New York on Sunday 26th October 2025. This show was performed in the dark, with the house and stage lights down. When prompted for a suggestion for where the show could be set, an audience member suggested Shark Tank.The recording is of the live show in its entirety, with sound effects added in post production.Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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I Was The First Person To Have A Chef On TV
An earnest film student attempts to conduct a formal academic interview about early television production, only to find their carefully prepared questions repeatedly derailed by a rambling industry veteran. Can the student's attempts to rein in the sprawling oral history work?Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/ Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Pool Boy
When a kid needs to pee in the swimming pool, one father tries to take appropriate action, only to discover that their son has some serious misgivings about their parenting style.Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Drop And Give Me Ten
When the drill sergeant takes against a recruit, there is very little room for redemption.Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/ Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Starfire
When one man goes searching for his missing daughter in a club, he finds someone who has seen her, and some of the cult of which she is now a part. However information on such things is hard to decipher when you are in a trance club, for a variety of reasons.Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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First Time Caller, First Time Listener
A radio host, who knows his sports, gets the pleasure of speaking to a first time listener who somehow managed to get through to the radio station. This is a classic listener vs host duel and there can only be one winner. Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Decorative Clam
Some restaurants like to go over and above, creating a fine dining experience that not only elevates the food, but transcends it.Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Say Name
There are many reasons for medical trials to use an MRI machine but sometimes those reasons aren't altogether obvious, as is the case in this man vs machine episode.Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Galaxor
There's a new wonder drug on the market and if your hands are feeling a little cold, it may be able to help you.Please note, this podcast does not constitute medical advice.Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Pizza's Good Man
There are a whole load of things you get to know when you move into a new dorm. Two new college roommates explore dorm etiquette at a mixer event. Content warning: Episode includes the word 'humping'Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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And I Do That Also
Absence makes the heart grow fonder. Sadly, when a couple are on different continents, there can be a mismatch of interests when it comes to expressing the physical desires your love elicits. Experience the awkward joy of two people on the phone, trying to express their most intimate fantasies, while one of them rides the U-Bahn in Berlin.Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Don't Talk To The Machine
One man is resisting the rise of the machines - well, one machine in particular. He refuses to be defeated but in his battle to win against technology, he makes some powerful enemies. Undeterred, this man seeks vengeance either directly or through a proxy. There's nothing in the American constitution that can stop him.Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Seven Heads Of Beelzebub
A stadium is packed with fans of a metal group who have been going so long, their doctors are concerned for their well-being. But with a large crowd to please, an album to sell, and some unconventional instruments, it's time to perform.Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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A Couple Of Irons In A Couple Of Fires
Why don't windows have more names these days? Should you use your real name these days? Should you live in your own car? All reasonable questions to ask yourself if you are about to enter the cut-throat world of the real estate market.Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Get In Here
It's been great to catch up, but now one friend needs to leave; a fact not fully appreciated by the other friend. Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Don't Linger On The Thoughts
Some jobs are stressful, so meditation can seem like a really good way of letting go, even if you are in the marines. Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/58819/Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
”Two Improv Masters” -- New York Times. Seasoned performers, longtime improv instructors, and all-around swell guys Rick Andrews and Louis Kornfeld combine their improv powers for a series of longform, improvised radio plays that are as honest as they are hilarious. With a patient, nuanced style, they create a textured world filled with characters that will make you laugh and move you all at the same time. It’s comedy. It’s theater. It’s radio (but on a podcast). Produced by Lloydie James Lloyd in Nottingham, England.See Kornfeld and Andrews live on Sundays at The Magnet Theater in New York: magnettheater.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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