Improv Touchstones

Legendary Subversive Improv Actor David Razowsky

Sam Fisher chats with master improviser and author of "Subversive's Guide to Improvisation" David Razowski.

Magnet Theater Performer, and Teacher, Rick Andrews

Actor, writer, and Magnet Theater Improv Stalwart, Louis Kornfeld

Annoyance Theater Founding Member and Bassprov Expert, Mark Sutton

Colin Thornton speaks with improviser extraordiannaire, Mark Sutton.

'TJ and Dave' Legend and 'Veep' Star , David Pasquesi

Tone talks touchstones and improv life with one of the most experienced and famed improvisers on earth, David Pasquesi. With countless acting, writing, producing, and director credits; in addition to being a part of one of the most respected long-form improv shows, 'TJ and Dave,' Dave Pasquesi's name speaks for itself.

'Whose Line' and 'Let's Make a Deal' Star, Jonathan Mangum

Tatiana Godfrey interviews Jonathan Mangum, co-star of 'Let's Make a Deal,' and featured improviser on 'Whose Line Is It Anyway?'

Media Mogul, Comedian and Author Will Hines

Tone speaks with the legendary Will Hines.

Emmy nominated 'Big Mouth' writer, Shantira Jackson

New Touchstones co-host, Tatiana Godfrey, sits down with emmy nominated performer, writer, improv extraordinaire, Shantira Jackson.

Owner and Operator of Pack Theater, Miles Stroth

We speak with Rock Theater Owner and Operator, Miles Stroth.

Players Workshop Owner, Best Selling Author, and TV Host, Jeff Rogers on Playfulness and Physicality

In our Season Two Finale, Jeff Rogers and Brenden cover a myriad of improv ideals, concepts, and practices in this all-encompassing interview of 'The PlayMaker's Mindset.' Jeff Rogers is Wall Street Journal & USA Today Best-Selling Author, award-winning Television Host, Professional MC, and sought after public speaker with 25+ years of experience engaging audiences. Jeff is the owner of The Players Workshop, the oldest school of improvisation in the country, home to alumni Bill Murray, Bonni...

Director, Dramaturge, and Theater-Maker Tatiana Godfrey on Responsibility

Community member, multi-hyphenate performer and teacher, and incredible improviser Tatiana Godfrey talks with Brenden about physicality, diversity, viewpoints and more. HOSTED BY: Brenden Davis, Tone Branson  SPECIAL GUEST: Tatiana Godfrey EDITED BY: Zak Roth INTRO AND TONAL THEME: Daniel Zimmer PRODUCED BY: Improv Cincinnati SPONSORED BY: Oozebear.com, Patreon.Com/ImprovCincinnati

Film, TV and Narrative Improv Powerhouse, Kari Coleman, on Community

Kari Coleman, Impro Theatre company member and narrative improv expert, talks with Brenden about the differences between comedic and narrative-centered improv. She gives great advice on taking the next step in your improv journey to transitioning to narrative improv. Tone speaks with IC community members, Brad and Claire Patterson, about how improv and marriage can go hand in hand. HOSTED BY: Brenden Davis, Tone Branson  SPECIAL GUEST: Kari Coleman IMPROV CINCINNATI COMMUNITY GUEST: Brad ...

Fable Weaver and Revolutionary Billy Merritt on Robot, Pirate, Ninja

Tone talks with Improv Revolutionary, Billy Merritt, on his journey and experiences while co-writing Robot, Pirate, Ninja, with Will Hines. Brenden speaks with IC  leaders, Jon Ulrich and Colin Thornton, on how the teachings in the book can incorporate into classes.

Author and Co-Host of 'The Backline' Rob Norman on Presence

A name synonymous with Toronto Improv, and author of the cool book, Improvising Now: A Guide to Modern Improv, Rob Norman helps crack the code on what presence could mean to an improviser. They continue to chat about conflict in scenes, walk-ons, and a multitude of helpful ideas for any improviser to take to their next performance.  ICNCommunity guest is Gauravi Shah, who speaks on the Toronto improv scene and how the transition into the Cincinnati community was so beneficial. Special guest...

Annoyance Co-founder and Improv Sage Joe Bill on Playfulness

Annoyance Theater Co-Founder and Superstar Improv performer and teacher, Joe Bill, talks with Tone about his experiences working abroad, how his life has formed his career and shares valuable knowledge on consistently learning and pushing yourself as an improviser. IC community star, Joe DiSalvo, speaks with Brenden about cerebral improv and Joe's performance with Joe Bill.  HOSTED BY: Brenden Davis, Tone Branson  SPECIAL GUEST:Joe Bill IMPROV CINCINNATI COMMUNITY GUEST: Joe DiSalvo EDIT...

Author and Chicago Improv Stalwart Bill Arnett on Truth

Chicago Improv Studio and author of "The Complete Improviser" speaks with Brenden about a variety of topics based on the touchstone of truth. The two go over how to stay grounded, great approaches to initiations, and one of the assumptions in Bill's book. Improv Cincinnati community guest, Patricia Mullins, gives her take on Truth and Vulnerability.  HOSTED BY: Brenden Davis, Tone Branson  SPECIAL GUEST: Bill Arnett IMPROV CINCINNATI COMMUNITY GUEST: Madison Hoffpauir  EDITED BY: Tone Br...

Television Star Greg Proops on Presence

Season Two opens with improv legend Greg Proops having an honest, juicy detail-filled conversation with Touchstones' new co-host, Tone Branson. Greg talks about his incredible start and journey with Whose Line Is It Anyway? and his career, centered around our touchstone of Presence.  HOSTED BY: Brenden Davis, Tone Branson  SPECIAL GUEST: Greg Proops IMPROV CINCINNATI COMMUNITY GUEST: Madison Hoffpauir  EDITED BY: Tone Branson, Brenden Davis INTRO AND TONAL THEME: Daniel Zimmer PRODUCED...

Legendary Performer and Host Jimmy Carrane on Truth and Vulnerability

Produced By: Improv Cincinnati Special Guest: Jimmy Carrane Hosts: Brenden Davis, Colin Thornton Editing: Brenden Davis Intro Theme and Bumper Music: Daniel Zimmer Logo and Artwork: Tone Branson Sponsored By: Oozebear

Improv Trailblazer Susan Messing on Presence and Tenacity

Produced By: Improv Cincinnati Special Guest: Susan Messing Hosts: Brenden Davis, Colin Thornton Editing: Brenden Davis Intro Theme and Bumper Music: Daniel Zimmer Logo and Artwork: Tone Branson Sponsored By: Oozebear

Three Time Canadian Comedy Award Winner Adam Cawley on Truth and Variety

Produced By: Improv Cincinnati Special Guest: Adam Cawley Hosts: Brenden Davis, Colin Thornton Editing: Brenden Davis Intro Theme and Bumper Music: Daniel Zimmer Logo and Artwork: Tone Branson Sponsored By: Oozebear

Magnet Theater Founder Armando Diaz on Vulnerability

Produced By: Improv Cincinnati Special Guest: Armando Diaz Hosts: Brenden Davis, Colin Thornton Editing: Brenden Davis Intro Theme and Bumper Music: Daniel Zimmer Logo and Artwork: Tone Branson Sponsored By: Oozebear

Whose Live Is It Anyway?'s Jeff B. Davis on Playfulness

Produced By: Improv Cincinnati Special Guest: Jeff B. Davis Hosts: Brenden Davis, Colin Thornton Editing: Brenden Davis Intro Theme and Bumper Music: Daniel Zimmer Logo and Artwork: Tone Branson Sponsored By: Oozebear

Jeff B. Davis - Playfulness

Produced By: Improv Cincinnati Special Guest: Jeff B. Davis Hosts: Brenden Davis, Colin Thornton Editing: Brenden Davis Intro Theme and Bumper Music: Daniel Zimmer Logo and Artwork: Tone Branson Sponsored By: Oozebear

Improv Legend Colin Mochrie on Vulnerability

Produced By: Improv Cincinnati Special Guest: Colin Mochrie Hosts: Brenden Davis, Colin Thornton Editing: Brenden Davis Intro Theme and Bumper Music: Daniel Zimmer Logo and Artwork: Tone Branson Sponsored By: Oozebear

Colin Mochrie - Vulnerability

Produced By: Improv Cincinnati Special Guest: Colin Mochrie Hosts: Brenden Davis, Colin Thornton Editing: Brenden Davis Intro Theme and Bumper Music: Daniel Zimmer Logo and Artwork: Tone Branson Sponsored By: Oozebear

The Drew Carey Show's Kathy Kinney on Truthability

Guest, Kathy Kinney, (The Drew Carey Show, Whose Line Is It Anyway?, Improv All Stars) gives her take on the importance of 'Truthability' in improv and life. She delves into how she landed the role of Mimi Boebeck on The Drew Carey Show, and made a career out of improvising.  Produced By: Improv Cincinnati Special Guest: Kathy Kinney Hosts: Brenden Davis, Colin Thornton Editing: Brenden Davis Intro Theme and Bumper Music: Daniel Zimmer Logo and Artwork: Tone Branson

Kathy Kinney - Truthability

Guest, Kathy Kinney, (The Drew Carey Show, Whose Line Is It Anyway?, Improv All Stars) gives her take on the importance of 'Truthability' in improv and life. She delves into how she landed the role of Mimi Boebeck on The Drew Carey Show, and made a career out of improvising.  Produced By: Improv Cincinnati Special Guest: Kathy Kinney Hosts: Brenden Davis, Colin Thornton Editing: Brenden Davis Intro Theme and Bumper Music: Daniel Zimmer Logo and Artwork: Tone Branson

Whose Line Is It Anyway?'s Brad Sherwood on Playfulness

Our first guest, Brad Sherwood, (Whose Line Is It Anyway?, Scared Scriptless) delves into the touchstone of Playfullness, with Colin.  Produced By: Improv Cincinnati Special Guest: Brad Sherwood Hosts: Colin Thornton, Brenden Davis Editing: Brenden Davis Intro Theme and Bumper Music: Daniel Zimmer Logo and Artwork: Tone Branson

Brad Sherwood - Playfulness

Our first guest, Brad Sherwood, (Whose Line Is It Anyway?, Scared Scriptless) delves into the touchstone of Playfullness, with Colin.  Produced By: Improv Cincinnati Special Guest: Brad Sherwood Hosts: Colin Thornton, Brenden Davis Editing: Brenden Davis Intro Theme and Bumper Music: Daniel Zimmer Logo and Artwork: Tone Branson