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There It Is Podcast
by Jason Farr
The "There It Is" podcast is for comedy fans as well as comedy creators. Here you can get into the minds of the comedians we admire. Listen in as host Jason Farr picks the brains of some comedy greats! There It Is also has a comedy lifestyle newsletter devoted to helping you find your inspiration on and off stage! Find more at ThereItIsPod.com!
Episodes
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No. 454 - Victoria DeMartin on Filmmaking and Hobbies of Passion
We talked to filmmaker Victoria DeMartin! Jason met Victoria through Seann Cantatore (friend of the show)! Jason tells Victoria how increasingly impressed he was with the new things he learned about her each time they'd speak at Seann's events. That starts off this great discussion about…
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No. 453 - Jared Kassebaum on Having a Niche and the Midwest
We talked to LA-based stand-up, Jared Kassebaum! Jared tells Jason about starting stand-up in Indianapolis/Purdue and how the Midwest’s close-knit circuit (Louisville, Cincinnati, Columbus, Detroit, Chicago, etc.) helps comics develop with varied audiences and longer sets. Jared contrasts LA/New...
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No. 452 - Alchemy Comedy's 15th Anniversary
Jason reunites with Alchemy Comedy Theater founders Harrison Brookie, Jason Underwood, Meg Schutz, and Ben Burris to celebrate the Greenville, South Carolina theater’s 15-year anniversary and recap the alumni-heavy weekend, including former performers and teams getting in on the fun. They reflect...
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No. 451 - Una LaMarche on Writing Humor and Processing Life
Writer Una LaMarche joins us to talk about her path from Wesleyan film studies to editing (New York Observer) to freelance humor (McSweeney's, Allure) writing, her creative process, how she uses comic essays to process life, and her reflexive over-apologizing (including saying sorry after being...
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Pop Talk - Lanterns and EMMYs (No. 450)
Jason, Rob, and Trey (the “Of the Show” fellas) open with bits and then discuss the HBO series Lanterns, avoiding spoilers for the latest episode while reacting to the season so far. They praise the cast, especially Kyle Chandler as a jaded Hal Jordan and Aaron Pierre as John Stewart, but...
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No. 449 - A Labor Day Episode 2026
Jason shares some quick tips on how to focus on tasks when you're struggling with managing your mental load. Whether various tasks are on your mind or emotional stressors are bogging you down, we have some advice from the Mayo Clinic on how to manage the distractions so you can focus on creating....
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No. 448 - Katie Novotny on Being True to Yourself
We talk to comedian, Katie Novotny! Jason talks with Katie about her comedy path from Chicago’s Second City and iO to making a web series that led a talent agent to encourage her to try stand-up. Katie describes initially feeling shut out of improv house teams, learning to love stand-up through...
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No. 447 - Evan Harris Returns to Talk Producing Comedy Shows
Evan Harris, Dear Friend of the Podcast, is back to talk about spending the last year acting in many short films to build experience and a reel and about what led to stand-up being on the back burner while doing more sketch and character work. She also discusses producing her LA show “Town Hall,”...
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Pop Talk: Best Sitcoms of All-Time (No. 446)
The "Of the Show Fellas" are back! Jason, Trey (Brother of the Show), and Rob (Best Friend of the show) talk all that pop about what the best sitcoms of all-time are, share what the final box office take Spider-Man: Brand New Day will have, guess who they think will definitely host SNL this…
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No. 445 - Stage Fright with Heather E. Schwartz
We talk to author, speaker, and creator, Heather E. Schwartz! Jason talks with Heather, creator of Quiet Girl Comedy, about her journey and how a lifelong shyness and stage fright shifted after taking improv classes which led her to her current workshops. She talks about how a musical improv boot...
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No. 444 - Characters and Filmmaking with Laura Ornella
We talked to first-generation Cuban American, New York-based filmmaker and actor, Laura Ornella! Jason talks with Laura about discovering comedy through improv before expanding into sketch, character work, and satire. Laura shares how her competitive streak pushed her into new classes at UCB, The...
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No. 443 - Comedy Shop Talk on Projects
Jason is joined by Justina, Wife of the Show, to talk a little comedy shop talk about projects! They talk about the struggle that can sometimes come with completing projects, Jason unpacks his psyche behind his personal history with uncompleted projects, and Justina shares the freedom she feels...
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No. 442 - Kimberly Dinaro Talks Musical Comedy
We talked to New York City-based stand-up and musical comedian, Kimberly Dinaro! Jason has a delightful chat with Kimberly about how comedy entered her life through acting school, working at Lush, attending NYU, and her appearance on the Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon in the Instant…
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No. 441 - Producing Shows with Delmar Dualeh
We talked to NYC-based improviser and show producer, Delmar Dualeh! Delmar talks with Jason about being raised in Harlem and Charlotte, how reading The Artist’s Way led him to try improv at the Magnet Theater, and how he overcame terrifying class shows. He discusses being known as “funny” since...
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No. 440 - Psychic Stand-Up Karen Rontowski
We talked to psychic stand-up comedian, Karen Rontowski! We had a fascinating chat with Karen Rontowski, the psychic stand-up! Karen has spent decades as a touring comedian, appearing everywhere from The Late Show with David Letterman to Comedy Central, and she's also a professional tarot reader...
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No. 439 - Authenticity in Performance with Ivy Hong
We talked to NYC-based actor, improviser, and improv instructor, Ivy Hong! We had a wonderful and long overdue chat with Ivy about her journey from a theater-loving kid in Santa Cruz to speech and debate to navigating the strict expectations at NYU, and eventually finding her creative home in the...
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Pop Talk: Colbert, SNL, Summer Movies (No. 438)
The "Of the Show" Fellas are here to talk all that pop! "Best Friend of the Show," Rob, and "Brother of the Show," Trey, join Jason to talk about the end of the Late Show, Stephen Colbert, how SNL picks hosts, and chats a little about the movies this Summer. As usual, it goes off the rails!...
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No. 437 - John Vorhaus on Creative Problem Solving and Emotional Authenticity
We welcomed back one of our favorite guests, comedy writer and author John Vorhaus! John’s first appearance was one of our most concise and informative episodes, and his return didn't disappoint. Jason and John discuss the enduring legacy of his book, The Comic Toolbox, and dive deep into his new...
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No. 436 - 10th Anniversary Special
This episode is the amazing LIVE taping in Brooklyn celebrating our 10th Anniversary! Jason was joined by "Brother of the Show," Trey and "Wife of the Show," Justina, for some surprises and we had performances from previous guests, Art Cai, Julia Schroeder, Myq Kaplan, and Seann Cantatore who…
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No. 435 - Erin Richardson Talks Comedy and Having Drive
We talked to Actor, singer, and comedian Erin Richardson! Erin talks about growing up in Northern Virginia, studying voice and musical theater, and moving to New York City where she accidentally fell in love with improv after seeing UCB. She discusses her work across NYC, including performing…
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Mini Episode No. 36 - A Case for Developing
In this mini episode, Jason makes a case for developing your talent over focusing your efforts on pursuing the big time. After hearing about musician Rick Beato's take on the industry and reading a response to that take from singer/songwriter, Mary Spender (Friend of the Show), Jason got to...
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Mini Episode No. 35 - Pre-Show Rituals
In this mini episode, Jason talks about pre-show rituals. Do you have a routine you consistently do to get ready to perform? If not, Jason offers some suggestions for things you can do to set yourself up for a great show! He shares what he likes to do, what he'd like to do more often, and what…
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Mini Episode No. 34 - Alternative Terms to Straight Man
In this mini episode, Jason talks about the outdate term "straight man" in common. Many have offered the alternative "Voice of Reason" but Jason discusses why this term, while sometimes accurate, isn't always the most fitting. Jason offers "the grounding force" or "tone-setter" as a stronger...
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No. 434 - Comedy and Learning Through Play with Jaren George
We talked to Portland-based comedian, Jaren George! Jaren talks to Jason about moving from New York to San Francisco and Portland, starting stand-up after being drawn to the local Portland scene and wanting to improve public speaking. He discusses parallels between comedy and music, including...
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No. 433 - Caitlin Kunkel on Satire and Creative Discipline
We got to talk to satirist Caitlin Kunkel! Jason sits down with Caitlin to trace her journey from collegiate distance swimmer to satire expert. Caitlin delves into how being an athlete led her to naturally merge sports psychology concepts with creative practice. She recounts the experiences that...
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No. 432 - Matt Levy on Comedy and His Short Films
We got to talk to comedian, Matt Levy! Jason interviews comedian and filmmaker Matt Levy about parenting a three-year-old and collaborating with his wife, who appears in his shorts and has starred in his films. Matt recounts his early comedy path through high-school improv, speech and debate bits...
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No. 431 - Fragrance and Comedy with Eau Snap's Justina Sparling
Justina Sparling, joins us to talk about her fragrance education and experience entity, Eau Snap! "Wife of the Show" Justina discusses Eau Snap, her fragrance education and experience business that hosts events to teach people about perfume, help them find what they like, and build community...
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No. 430 - Philly Improv, Swear Jar Jamboree, and D&D with Gabi Swain
We talk to Philly-based comedian, Gabi Swain! Jason talks with comedian and improviser Gabi Swain about her path from Michigan to Pennsylvania (not the other way around), living in Philly, and how a political-science and campaign career (including work in DC) left her burnt out and led her to...
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No. 429 - Casey Rand on Marketing, Satire, and Climate Storytelling
We were joined by writer, climate activist, and creative director, Casey Rand! Casey has done a ton and she talks about it all with Jason in this expansive chat! Casey discusses growing up in Montreal, doing odd jobs (including trying to get a musician on iTunes), then discovering advertising...
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No. 428 - Building Character Driven Comedy with Matt Stephens
We talk to NYC-based comedian, writer, and performer, Matt Stephens! Matt talks about how he started doing comedy in Pennsylvania through improv at the Philly Improv Theater, bussing to New York for UCB classes, and later beginning stand-up after moving to New York. Matt discusses writing...
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Pop Talk - Oscars 2026 and the Scrubs Revival (No. 427)
The “Of the Show” gang joins Jason to talk all that POP about the Oscars and the Scrubs revival! Jason, Rob, Trey, and Justina react to the major Oscar wins including Michael B. Jordan, celebrate Ryan Coogler’s win, debate Paul Thomas Anderson’s win for One Battle After Another, and compare it to...
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No. 426 - Erica Diederich on Commercials and Characters
We had a great chat with actor, comedian, and writer, Erica Diederich! Jason talks with NYC-based actor and comedian Erica Diederich about their work, including being a Tina Fey in a Booking.com commercial. Erica shares their path from childhood theater near Syracuse to a BFA in theater…
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No. 425 - Rachel Niswander on Her Hilarious Monologue Prediction Videos
We got the chance to chat with NYC-based comedian, Rachel Niswander! Jason talks with Rachel about getting into comedy at the University of Maryland, performing sketch (Boogie Manja, Maude Night) and stand-up after moving to New York, and creating her late-night-style talk show, “See You Later.”...
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No. 424 - Iris Bahr on Doing Solo Shows About Trauma
We got to talk to actor, author, director, and comic, Iris Bahr! Iris joins Jason to talk about growing up in the Bronx, spending time in Israel, and studying neuropsychology at Brown (with stints at Stanford and Tel Aviv University) before making a big pivot into acting. She gets into her screen...
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No. 423 -Florence Friebe on Embracing Emotion in Performance
We talk to actor and performer, Florence Friebe! Florence shares with Jason how her multicultural upbringing shaped her interest in universal comedy, the play Brody Went Missing, and her music. She describes how therapy and emotional work improved her acting and improv by building safety with...
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Pop Talk - Super Bowl 2026 (No. 422)
The 'Of the Show Fellas' are here to talk pop off about the Super Bowl! Jason, Rob, and Trey talk all the pop about the 2026 Super Bowl, touching on everything including Bad Bunny's halftime show, which brought joy, energy, and cultural significance to the stage. They also pop talk the…
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No. 421- Jon Bander on Comedy and Finding Your Voice
We had the pleasure of talking to multi-hyphenate performer, Jon Bander. Jon shares with Jason how he first started performing and what got him into doing improv, character, musical improv, and stand-up comedy. They discuss the unique charm of people from the Northeast, the fundamental aspects of...
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No. 420 - How Improv and Sketch Benefit Social Media Marketing with Elaine Bledsoe
We talked to performer and social media strategist, Elaine Bledsoe! Elaine is a fellow BOYF and dear friend so she and Jason fall into a sweet and informative chat! Elaine shares how her background in improv, sketch, and storytelling have directly influenced her work in marketing and social media...
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Mini Episode No. 33 - A Collaboration Hack
In this mini episode, Jason talks about a simple but powerful collaboration skill: being inquisitive. When you’re collaborating at work, writing, improvising scenes, or even going on a date, curiosity can be the difference between things feeling stuck and things really clicking. Jason breaks down...
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Mini Episode No. 32 - Seeing Things Clearly
Like a Law & Order episode, this Mini Ep was ripped from the headlines! Jason talks about two recent comedy news items: what people got wrong about Conan O'Brien's comments for comics to not just say "F--- Trump" with their humor and the bad press the podcast La Culturistas received when Matt...
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Mini Episode No. 31 - How to Set Comedy Intentions
In this mini ep, Jason talks about why resolutions don't really help but setting intentions can. He sets out to inspire you in your career and comedy endeavors by addressing why giving yourself a goal is more likely to result in the accomplishments you want, warns about the traps that are so easy...
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A New Year's Episode 2026 (No. 419)
In our 2026 edition of "A New Year's Episode," host Jason Farr reflects on the highlights and memorable moments of the podcast in 2025. Jason discusses the amazing guests we've had, including some of Jason's friends as well as new friends of the pod like Ophira Eisenberg, Beth Newell, Sydney...
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A Christmas Episode - Best Christmas Foods (No. 418)
In our 2025 Christmas episode, Jason and the 'Of the Show Gang' (Rob, Trey, and Justina) delve into a lively discussion about holiday traditions and personal stories! They start the episode reflecting on the impactful career of the late Rob Reiner, sharing favorite moments from his directing and...
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No. 417 - Gig Life
Armed with his Val Kilmer hat for inspiration, Jason took a trip to [REDACTED] for a commercial shoot! In a There It Is first, Jason chronicles what life can be like for an actor when they book a gig on a Monday and fly out that Thursday. He shares anecdotes about bad airplane passengers, what it...
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Pop Talk - Discussing Recent Controversies (No. 416)
Jason talks with 'Of the Show Fellas,' Trey and Rob, about the recent news and controversies in the entertainment world. They explore the implications of Netflix's potential acquisition of Warner Brothers Discovery, debating the industry dynamics and creative consequences of such a significant...
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No. 415 - Interactive Live Theater with Mister & Mischief's Jeff and Andy Crocker
We talked to the husband and wife team behind Mister & Mischief, Jeff and Andy Crocker! Jason talks to Jeff and Andy about their live, interactive, and immersive theatrical experiences. Based in L.A., Jeff and Andy share their extensive backgrounds working in television, indie films, special...
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A Thanksgiving Episode 2025 (No. 414)
The "Of the Show" Gang is here (with a surprise guest) for a special Thanksgiving Episode! We don't go full Pop Talk, but we do give a Box Office prediction before talking about what we're thankful for and what we're un-thankful for. It's a fun chat! Listen wherever you get podcasts! Instagram:...
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No. 413 - Ryan Cunningham on Producing and Directing Comedy
We talk to the incredible producer and director, Ryan Cunningham! Ryan shares her journey from studying film at Rhode Island School of Design to working in comedy. She and Jason discuss her early fascination with film, pivotal experiences, and her eventual shift to comedy and television…
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No. 412 - Filmmaking with Tina Detchon
We talked to performer and filmmaker, Tina Detchon! We talk to our buddy Tina in this delightful chat ranging from improv to filmmaking to the unwritten subway rider etiquette of ignoring people so they don't have to talk for too long. She reflects on her journey through improv and filmmaking,...
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No. 411 - Crypto and Comedy with Viv Ford
We talked to NYC-based comedian, Viv Ford! Viv talks to Jason about how she got into performing improv and being involved in the tech world. She also talks about her fascinating stint at the Crypto Castle in San Francisco. Viv shares insights from her college days at Vassar, her academic…
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The "There It Is" podcast is for comedy fans as well as comedy creators. Here you can get into the minds of the comedians we admire. Listen in as host Jason Farr picks the brains of some comedy greats! There It Is also has a comedy lifestyle newsletter devoted to helping you find your inspiration on and off stage! Find more at ThereItIsPod.com!
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The "There It Is" podcast is for comedy fans as well as comedy creators. Here you can get into the minds of the comedians we admire. Listen in as host Jason Farr picks the brains of some comedy greats! There It Is also has a comedy lifestyle newsletter devoted to helping you find your inspiration...
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