Pretend This Didn't Happen
40 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago -An improv podcast made by and for the improv community in Columbus, Ohio. Of course, everyone is welcome to listen.
One team joins for six episodes and we see what happens. Then we pretend it didn't.
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The Unwatchables -- Cameron's story
July 29, 2021 13:08 - 40 minutes - 28.3 MBThe Unwatchables are a collection of improvisers from around the world who do all their scenes in the dark. Each week, one member tells a story of a sound to inspire the show. In this week's finale, Cameron tells us about getting assigned an instrument in school. You can find The Unwatchables on Facebook. Join the Pretend This Didn't Happen community to make suggestions or to be part of the show https://www.facebook.com/groups/2365615573716307/ Follow us on Twitter or contact us thr...
The Unwatchables -- Aner's story
July 22, 2021 04:03 - 38 minutes - 27.2 MBThe Unwatchables are a collection of improvisers from around the world who do all their scenes in the dark. Each week, one member tells a story of a sound to inspire the show. This week, Aner recalls a surreal night from his youth. You can find The Unwatchables on Facebook. Join the Pretend This Didn't Happen community to make suggestions or to be part of the show https://www.facebook.com/groups/2365615573716307/ Follow us on Twitter or contact us through copodco.com.
The Unwatchables -- Lauren's story
July 15, 2021 12:51 - 32 minutes - 23.9 MBThe Unwatchables are a collection of improvisers from around the world who do all their scenes in the dark. Each week, one member tells a story of a sound to inspire the show. This week, Lauren recalls time spent in farm country. You can find The Unwatchables on Facebook. Join the Pretend This Didn't Happen community to make suggestions or to be part of the show https://www.facebook.com/groups/2365615573716307/ Follow us on Twitter or contact us through copodco.com.
The Unwatchables -- Andy's story
July 01, 2021 04:05 - 42 minutes - 30.2 MBThe Unwatchables are a collection of improvisers from around the world who do all their scenes in the dark. Each week, one member tells a story of a sound to inspire the show. This week, Andy shares a painful memory from a childhood visit to the doctor. You can find The Unwatchables on Facebook. Join the Pretend This Didn't Happen community to make suggestions or to be part of the show https://www.facebook.com/groups/2365615573716307/ Follow us on Twitter or contact us through copod...
The Unwatchables -- Stefan's story
June 24, 2021 14:42 - 38 minutes - 27.3 MBThe Unwatchables are a collection of improvisers from around the world who do all their scenes in the dark. Each week, one member tells a story of a sound to inspire the show. This week, Stefan tells us about a sound he thought only he could hear. You can find The Unwatchables on Facebook. Join the Pretend This Didn't Happen community to make suggestions or to be part of the show https://www.facebook.com/groups/2365615573716307/ Follow us on Twitter or contact us through copodco.com.
The Unwatchables -- Buddy's story
June 17, 2021 04:05 - 34 minutes - 24 MBThe Unwatchables are a collection of improvisers from around the world who do all their scenes in the dark. Each week, one member tells a story of a sound to inspire the show. This week, Buddy talks about the opposite of a very specific sound. You can find The Unwatchables on Facebook. Join the Pretend This Didn't Happen community to make suggestions or to be part of the show https://www.facebook.com/groups/2365615573716307/ Follow us on Twitter or contact us through copodco.com.
The Unwatchables -- Joy's story
June 10, 2021 04:05 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MBThe Unwatchables are a collection of improvisers from around the world who do all their scenes in the dark. Each week, one member tells a story of a sound to inspire the show. This week, Joy shares a sound that I'm sure we're all familiar with. You can find The Unwatchables on Facebook. Join the Pretend This Didn't Happen community to make suggestions or to be part of the show https://www.facebook.com/groups/2365615573716307/ Follow us on Twitter or contact us through copodco.com.
The Unwatchables -- Sara's story
June 03, 2021 04:05 - 33 minutes - 23.8 MBThe Unwatchables are a collection of improvisers from around the world who do all their scenes in the dark. Each week, one member tells a story of a sound to inspire the show. This week, Sara recounts a clock at her grandparents house from when she visited as a kid. You can find The Unwatchables on Facebook. Join the Pretend This Didn't Happen community to make suggestions or to be part of the show https://www.facebook.com/groups/2365615573716307/ Follow us on Twitter or contact us ...
The Unwatchables -- Rita's story
May 27, 2021 13:43 - 32 minutes - 23.8 MBHey, we're back with Season 6! This season's team is The Unwatchables, a collection of improvisers from around the world who do all their scenes in the dark. Each week, one member tells a story of a sound to inspire the show. You can find The Unwatchables on Facebook. Join the Pretend This Didn't Happen community to make suggestions or to be part of the show https://www.facebook.com/groups/2365615573716307/ Follow us on Twitter or contact us through copodco.com.
Trapped at Grandma's/Nolan Reboots Sharknado/Game Show Host Hostage
March 05, 2021 02:29 - 51 minutes - 37.3 MBIt's hard to believe our third season of the pandemic (and fifth overall) is really done. The New & Improv'd crew tackle three new suggestions from our fans and wind up in all sorts of weird situations. You can find New & Improv'd on Facebook. Join the Pretend This Didn't Happen community to make suggestions or to be part of the show https://www.facebook.com/groups/2365615573716307/ Follow us on Twitter or contact us through copodco.com.
Don't Like Your Tone/Sober Sailors/Chocolate Mania
February 26, 2021 02:31 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MBWe're coming close to the end of the run for New & Improv'd this season, but for whatever reason this one took some gross turns. I'm going to blame the pandemic. Whatever the cause, it's a fun one and we'll wrap it all up next week. You can find New & Improv'd on Facebook. Join the Pretend This Didn't Happen community to make suggestions or to be part of the show https://www.facebook.com/groups/2365615573716307/ Follow us on Twitter or contact us through copodco.com.
Superb Owl/Cupid is Alone/Laundry Pods & Bath Salts
February 19, 2021 01:57 - 44 minutes - 32.3 MBOur fourth episode this season with New & Improv'd happened to be recorded on Valentine's Day. Suffice to say, the Super Bowl wasn't the only cause of a hangover in this one. Don't do drugs, kids. You can find New & Improv'd on Facebook. Join the Pretend This Didn't Happen community to make suggestions or to be part of the show https://www.facebook.com/groups/2365615573716307/ Follow us on Twitter or contact us through copodco.com.
Vampires at Costco/Dumpster the Snowman/Cats of Wall Street
February 12, 2021 03:09 - 53 minutes - 37.4 MBWe're at the halfway point of the season with New & Improv'd and by the suggestions, you'd think it was Halloween. I could go for a Halloween about now. Let's just do a Halloween every three months. You can find New & Improv'd on Facebook. Join the Pretend This Didn't Happen community to make suggestions or to be part of the show https://www.facebook.com/groups/2365615573716307/ Follow us on Twitter or contact us through copodco.com.
Food Museum/Thong Song/Apology Culture
February 05, 2021 01:56 - 49 minutes - 36.2 MBThe New & Improv'd gang is getting into their groove as the season continues. This week they are hit with suggestions like a Museum but for food, Cisqo's Thong Song and whole bunch of confessions. Check it out! You can find New & Improv'd on Facebook. Join the Pretend This Didn't Happen community to make suggestions or to be part of the show https://www.facebook.com/groups/2365615573716307/ Follow us on Twitter or contact us through copodco.com.
Magic Pickles and Beans
January 29, 2021 02:25 - 48 minutes - 34.3 MBWelcome back for our third season of the pandemic and first of 2021. Ohio improv team New & Improv'd is joins remotely to tackle scenes about magic beans, what's happening at the old barn and full refrigerators but empty stomachs. You can find New & Improv'd on Facebook. Join the Pretend This Didn't Happen community to make suggestions or to be part of the show https://www.facebook.com/groups/2365615573716307/ Follow us on Twitter or contact us through copodco.com.
Big finale with all the Boiz
August 06, 2020 17:29 - 1 hour - 80.2 MBFive guys play four different improv teams in a wild finish to Season 4. Every episode has been one long-form narrative scene and this is the one that brings them all together. Thanks to Donut Sundae for the craziest season yet. Donut Sundae will perform at Extreme Improv XStreamed World Championship 2020: Virtual Festival on Aug. 13 and is live on the internet the second Friday every month. https://www.facebook.com/DonutSundaeImprov. Join the community to make suggestions or to be part ...
Ash Boiz raise the dead
July 29, 2020 14:47 - 1 hour - 60.5 MBThe world's only all-necromancer improv team joins the show to try to undo all the damage done this season. Or maybe make a nice paella. Donut Sundae will perform at Extreme Improv XStreamed World Championship 2020: Virtual Festival on Aug. 13 and is live on the internet the second Friday every month. https://www.facebook.com/DonutSundaeImprov. Join the community to make suggestions or to be part of the show https://www.facebook.com/groups/2365615573716307/ Follow us on Twitter or cont...
Donut Sundae in Hell
July 22, 2020 04:30 - 1 hour - 66 MBThanks to the Cash Boiz' Billionaire Zoom account, we were able to track down Donut Sundae (RIP) for the fourth episode of this season. The bad news is they were in Hell. The good news? The place isn't so bad. Will they make it back to our world? Donut Sundae has a live show the second Friday of every month. Get the details here https://www.facebook.com/DonutSundaeImprov. Join the community to make suggestions or to be part of the show https://www.facebook.com/groups/2365615573716307/ ...
Bailed out by the Cash Boiz
July 15, 2020 04:30 - 51 minutes - 52.2 MBWe started they season with Donut Sundae, but they all died. Trash Boiz took their place, and they died. But fear not, because episode 3 features the richest improv team that ever lived ... the Cash Boiz! The billionaire bad boys are sure to bring this thing home. Donut Sundae has a live show the second Friday of every month. Get the details here https://www.facebook.com/DonutSundaeImprov. Join the community to make suggestions or to be part of the show https://www.facebook.com/groups/23...
Trash Boiz to the rescue
July 08, 2020 05:00 - 53 minutes - 73.3 MBAfter tragedy befell Donut Sundae in episode 1, another local team -- the Trash Boiz -- offered to fill in for the rest of the season. So the story continues, even as we mourn. If you are into things like space oil, heists, triple-upper-deckers and a giant diaper, this show has it all. Donut Sundae has a live show on July 10, you can find all the details here https://www.facebook.com/DonutSundaeImprov. Join the community to make suggestions or to be part of the show https://www.facebook....
Donut Sundae crashes into Season 4
July 01, 2020 05:30 - 1 hour - 58.3 MBWelcome back, friends! It's a brand new team for a brand new season. Donut Sundae adds a new twist to the mix and we switch over to Zoom for an added degree of difficulty. We are working out the kinks, but I really think you'll like it and it will only get better. Donut Sundae has a live show on July 10, you can find all the details here https://www.facebook.com/DonutSundaeImprov. Join the community to make suggestions or to be part of the show https://www.facebook.com/groups/23656155737...
Western (season finale)
May 06, 2020 04:50 - 1 hour - 59.5 MBWell, cowpokes, it looks it's time for the Slumberjacks to hit the trail. They saddled up for one last ride and told some tall tales of nooks and crannies and crooks and nannies before heading off into the sunset. Adios, amigos. Ol' Smitty's gonna miss ya. Follow the Slumberjacks on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/SlumberjacksImprov. Join the community to make suggestions or to be part of the show https://www.facebook.com/groups/2365615573716307/ Check out https://www.pretendpod...
Bonus: The Cauldron (behind the scenes)
May 03, 2020 17:33 - 7 minutes - 8.49 MBBefore each episode of genre-inspired improv, The Slumberjacks have a little ritual they perform to pregame for the recording. Before the Buddy Cops episode, I recorded them "filling the cauldron." Hope you like it. Follow the Slumberjacks on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/SlumberjacksImprov. Join the community to make suggestions or to be part of the show https://www.facebook.com/groups/2365615573716307/ Check out https://www.pretendpod.com for more.
Buddy Cops
April 29, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 72.2 MBThe Slumberjacks are only two episodes away from retirement, can they make it through the buddy cop genre for the big climax? This crew doesn't play by the rules, real loose cannon types. They also don't forget where they came from, so if you are in Columbus, eat at Gresso's. Follow the Slumberjacks on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/SlumberjacksImprov. Join the community to make suggestions or to be part of the show https://www.facebook.com/groups/2365615573716307/ Check out htt...
Psychological thriller
April 22, 2020 04:54 - 1 hour - 62.9 MBWelcome to Slumberj4cks: psychological thriller. Our team was down one player, but defied the odds to make a fantastic genre improv podcast. The scene suggestions were Yeezus, A-hole 3-year-olds, and Rubber. This episode was sponsored by corn wine and praying mantises. Follow the Slumberjacks on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/SlumberjacksImprov. Join the community to make suggestions or to be part of the show https://www.facebook.com/groups/2365615573716307/ You can also tweet...
Kung Fu and poop jokes
April 15, 2020 04:01 - 1 hour - 61.8 MBThe Slumberjacks dig into Kung Fu as inspiration for the scenes this week. The scene suggestions were Ribbon, Ducks Courting and Acupuncture Steak House. Plus, we learned a lot about Erik. We're at the halfway point of the season, folks. Come check it out and please remember to support our sponsor: corn wine. Follow the Slumberjacks on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/SlumberjacksImprov. Join the community to make suggestions or to be part of the show https://www.facebook.com/group...
Total horrorshow
April 08, 2020 04:46 - 1 hour - 72.8 MBThe Slumberjacks just had to pick horror for their second genre show. What happened? The files were corrupted. Luckily, I was making a backup on my end and we're still on schedule. Don't mind the trolls, come check it out ... Follow the Slumberjacks on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/SlumberjacksImprov. Join the community to make suggestions or to be part of the show https://www.facebook.com/groups/2365615573716307/ You can also tweet at us at https://twitter.com/pretend_t or con...
Slumberjacks take over
April 01, 2020 20:32 - 1 hour - 59.7 MBThe Slumberjacks are exploring genres as they kick off their season of Pretend This Didn't Happen, a podcast created by and for the improv comedy community in Columbus, Ohio. In this episode, they try to work in science fiction elements to three different improv forms. Follow the Slumberjacks on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/SlumberjacksImprov. Join the community to make suggestions or to be part of the show https://www.facebook.com/groups/2365615573716307/ You can also tweet at...
Season 2 finale
March 11, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 65.4 MBBrainstorm finishes season 2 with one last batch of suggestions from their fans. The suggestions: Oh God, it's coming out; Library full of sleeping babies; Development patrol Pretend This Didn't Happen is a podcast created by and for the improv comedy community in Columbus, Ohio. Follow Brainstorm on InstaGram @brainstormimprovcbus to see where they will be performing live. Join the community to make suggestions or to be part of the show https://www.facebook.com/groups/23656155737163...
What's geriatric?; New AARP mascot; Mom and dad have something to tell you
March 04, 2020 15:40 - 57 minutes - 62.6 MBBrainstorm takes on a new batch of fan suggestions as Season 2 continues. Pretend This Didn't Happen is a podcast created by and for the improv comedy community in Columbus, Ohio. See Brainstorm live at Improv Wars on Tue., March 10 at 8 p.m. at world famous MadLab or follow them on InstaGram @brainstormimprovcbus. Join the community to make suggestions or to be part of the show https://www.facebook.com/groups/2365615573716307/ You can also tweet at us at https://twitter.com/pretend_...
Mall kiosk; Trump never lies; Grandpa's lost left eye
February 26, 2020 05:00 - 43 minutes - 50 MBBrainstorm takes on a new batch of fan suggestions as Season 2 continues. Pretend This Didn't Happen is a podcast created by and for the improv comedy community in Columbus, Ohio. See Brainstorm live at Improv Wars on Tue., March 10 at 8 p.m. at world famous MadLab or follow them on InstaGram @brainstormimprovcbus. Join the community to make suggestions or to be part of the show https://www.facebook.com/groups/2365615573716307/ You can also tweet at us at https://twitter.com/pretend_...
Buzz-crunch; Writing off Brazilian waxes; D.A.R.E. for vegans
February 19, 2020 14:11 - 40 minutes - 44.6 MBBrainstorm takes on a new batch of fan suggestions as Season 2 continues. Pretend This Didn't Happen is a podcast created by and for the improv comedy community in Columbus, Ohio. See Brainstorm live at the 5/10/15/20 show on Sat., Feb 22 at 8 p.m. at Mikey's Late Night Slice on 4th st. downtown. Join the community to make suggestions or to be part of the show https://www.facebook.com/groups/2365615573716307/ You can also tweet at us at https://twitter.com/pretend_t or contact us thr...
Spritz; Oregon Trail 2059; Tapioca
February 12, 2020 13:58 - 38 minutes - 45.9 MBBrainstorm takes on a new batch of fan suggestions as Season 2 continues. Pretend This Didn't Happen is a podcast created by and for the improv comedy community in Columbus, Ohio. See Brainstorm live on Sat., Feb 15 at noon at the King Arts Complex. Join the community to make suggestions or to be part of the show https://www.facebook.com/groups/2365615573716307/ You can also tweet at us at https://twitter.com/pretend_t or contact us through copodco.com.
Secret Curtain; Ducks Take Acid; Taken: The Liam Neeson Movie
February 05, 2020 10:38 - 38 minutes - 46.5 MBPretend This Didn't Happen is a podcast created by and for the improv comedy community in Columbus, Ohio. Our team for season 2 is Brainstorm. In this episode, they tackle a secret curtain, ponder ducks on drugs and imagine a newish movie franchise. See Brainstorm live on Sat., Feb 15 at noon at the King Arts Complex. Join the community to make suggestions or to be part of the show https://www.facebook.com/groups/2365615573716307/ You can also tweet at us at https://twitter.com/pretend...
Radiation Scare, Chiropractor, Brand Ambassadors
December 23, 2019 14:02 - 54 minutes - 62.1 MBIf you've been waiting for the season finale so you can binge, you're in luck. The Good Morning Daddies (https://www.instagram.com/good_morning_daddies/) take on a local breaking news emergency, chiropractors and brand ambassadors. You can see them live at The Nest when they open for Anonymous on Dec. 27. Join the community to make suggestions or to be part of the show next season https://www.facebook.com/groups/2365615573716307/ You can also tweet at us here https://twitter.com/pretend_...
Denise's Building, One-Star Preschool, Fire Swallowing
December 16, 2019 14:18 - 1 hour - 81.7 MBThis is the second to last episode with the Good Morning Daddies (https://www.instagram.com/good_morning_daddies/)! See them open for Anonymous at The Nest on Dec. 27 ... but until then enjoy their take on a local mystery building, a one-star preschool and fire swallowing. Join the community to make suggestions or to be part of the show next season https://www.facebook.com/groups/2365615573716307/ You can also tweet at us here https://twitter.com/pretend_t or email [email protected]
Outer Worlds, Fireplace and Popcorn
December 09, 2019 13:38 - 52 minutes - 62.9 MBWe had some kids come in to watch the Good Morning Daddies (https://www.instagram.com/good_morning_daddies/) and give live suggestions. Just two episodes left in the season after this, so get in here. Join the community to make suggestions or to be part of the show next season https://www.facebook.com/groups/2365615573716307/ You can also tweet at us here https://twitter.com/pretend_t or email [email protected]
Meteor shower, Pilates and homework
December 02, 2019 14:21 - 58 minutes - 70.9 MBThe Good Morning Daddies (https://www.instagram.com/good_morning_daddies/) are back to give their personal spin on a meteor shower, Pilates and homework. From a space station to a football game to a spoken-word jam, this thing is all over the place. Join the community to make suggestions or to be part of the show next season https://www.facebook.com/groups/2365615573716307/ You can also tweet at us here https://twitter.com/pretend_t or email [email protected]
Halloween frat party, National Boss Day, How the sausage is made
November 29, 2019 14:45 - 47 minutes - 48.6 MBWelcome back! On this episode, Columbus improv team the Good Morning Daddies (https://www.instagram.com/good_morning_daddies/) go to a frat party on Halloween, face off against a boss who wants a little recognition and then finish it off by telling everyone how the (vegan) sausage is made. Join the community to make suggestions or to be part of the show next season https://www.facebook.com/groups/2365615573716307/ You can also tweet at us here https://twitter.com/pretend_t or email prete...
Bible Escape Room/World Series of Cards Against Humanity
November 25, 2019 15:06 - 38 minutes - 40.6 MBWelcome to the debut episode! This season, the Good Morning Daddies (https://www.instagram.com/good_morning_daddies/), an improv team from Columbus, Ohio, take suggestions and do long-form narrative scenes. In this one, they tackle a Bible Escape Room and play in the World Series of Cards Against Humanity. Join the community to make suggestions or to be part of the show next season https://www.facebook.com/groups/2365615573716307/ You can also tweet at us here https://twitter.com/preten...