Episode 24. Being in your Body (with Ali James)

Heather Urquhart and Ali James discuss the importance of being in your body during improv. They explore movement, presence, and how getting out of your head can unlock creativity and connection on stage. A practical and inspiring episode for performers looking to deepen their physical awareness.     This…

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Episode 23. Extroversion & Introversion (with Josh Hards)

Heather chats with Josh Hards about how extroversion and introversion affect improv performance. They explore the strengths and challenges each brings to the stage and share tips for embracing your personality to enhance your creativity and connection.     This episode is part of our ongoing improv podcast series…

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Episode 18. You Have All You Need with David Razowsky

Jules chats with David Razowsky about the empowering improv principle “You Have All You Need.” They discuss how trusting yourself and your scene partners can unlock creativity and confidence on stage. A motivating episode for improvisers looking to deepen their practice.     This episode is…

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Episode 17. Being in your Head

In this episode, Heather and Jules tackle the common improv struggle of “being in your head.” They unpack what it means, why it happens, and how to move through it—whether you’re stuck overthinking, second-guessing, or chasing the “right” move. Expect honest reflections, practical tips, and a few personal confessions along the…

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Episode 16. Calm with Jon Nguyen

In this episode, Heather and Jules are joined by the effortlessly grounded Jon Nguyen to talk about calm in improv. They explore how staying calm can deepen connection, improve listening, and unlock presence on stage. Jon shares his approach to finding ease in performance—and why calm doesn’t…

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Episode 15. Happiness & Sadness with Joe Bill

Heather chats with Joe Bill about the emotional range in improv, focusing on how happiness and sadness can be used to create compelling and authentic scenes. They discuss balancing humor and emotion to deepen performances and connect with audiences. This podcast was recorded live on location at…

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Episode 14. Dumb is Fun with Cédric Marschal

In this lively episode, Heather chats with improv teacher Cédric Marschal about embracing the joy of “dumb” on stage. They explore why letting go of perfection and allowing silliness can open up creativity, build connection, and make improv more fun. Expect playful insights and inspiring stories that encourage you to…

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Episode 13. Beginnings & Endings with Joe Samuel

Heather is joined by our Musical Director Joe Samuel to explore the art of beginnings and endings in improv. They discuss how to kick off scenes with clarity and energy, and how to spot or shape satisfying endings—whether emotional, musical, or narrative. A thoughtful, practical conversation packed…

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Episode 11. Being in an Ensemble with Lyndsay Hayley

Jules discusses with Lyndsay Hayley what it means to be part of an improv ensemble. They discuss the importance of trust, listening, and collaboration to create a cohesive and supportive performance group.     This episode is part of our ongoing improv podcast series where Heather…

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Episode 6. Holding the Room (with Tina Marie Serra)

In this episode, Heather is joined by performer and facilitator Tina Marie Serra to explore what it means to “hold the room” in improv. They discuss presence, leadership, and how to create a supportive, focused environment—on stage and off. A thoughtful conversation about confidence, care, and the energy we bring…

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Episode 4. Silliness (with Men with Coconuts)

In this joyful episode, Heather is joined by the brilliant Men With Coconuts to talk all things silliness in improv. They dive into how embracing play, absurdity, and joy can lead to surprisingly rich scenes and deeper audience connection. Expect laughs, insights, and a celebration of not…

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