No. 373 - Natalie Ortega Talks Wicked On Broadway And Creating Comedy

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We got to speak to the incredibly talented comedian and Broadway actress, Natalie Ortega! Jason talks with Natalie, currently starring in "Wicked" on Broadway, about her journey from musical theater to stand-up to performing in NYC. Natalie shares her experiences balancing eight shows of Wicked a week with performing in the New York Comedy Festival, being a theater-loving kid, why she started doing stand-up comedy during the pandemic, how she writes comedic songs, moving to LA, the differences between the NY and LA comedy scenes, and much more. Natalie is a damn delight so it's a super fun chat! https://linktr.ee/nataliegraceortega TikTok: @NatalieGraceOrtega, @JasonFarrToks Instagram: @NatalieGraceOrtega, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Threads: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Facebook: @ThereItIsPod Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis

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No. 389 - Amanda Maryanna Gordon on YouTube and Comedy 53:51

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In this episode, comedian Amanda Maryanna Gordon shares her journey through comedy and content creation. Amanda discusses starting out in comedy, why she studied Film and TV at NYU Tisch, and the evolution of her YouTube channel that she started in sixth grade. She opens up about her transition from beauty videos to comedic content and reflects on the differences she's noticed about creating content for YouTube versus for the stage. Amanda also talks about her short films, the impact of influencers in New York City, and her thoughts on the creative process behind her YouTube videos. A fascinating conversation about balancing humor and serious topics in content creation. Early Bird tickets to Alexis Gay's Unprofessional at Caveat on May 29th: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/alexis-gay-unprofessional-tickets-1335738733509 YouTube: @amandamaryanna Instagram: @amandapanda767, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Threads: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Facebook: @ThereItIsPod Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis…

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Pop Talk - Best SNL Hosts Bracket (No. 388) 1:08:29

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We're talking all that POP with a new bracket of the best SNL hosts! The "Of the Show Fellas" are back joining Jason to talk about their favorite hosts of Saturday Night Live! PLUS, we have a new bracket and it's one of our toughest! They fellas show love to some all-time great hosts of SNL and select their top pick for best host. It's not easy task as there are so many great actors, entertainers, and comedians who have hosted the show that not all of them get make it on the bracket! It's a fun chat! Let's see YOUR favorite hosts! Fill out your own bracket and share it with us on socials with the hashtag #BestSNLHosts: https://static.wixstatic.com/media/53066f_bebeefd8fcba4eab99b0196b98a18ce7~mv2.png Instagram: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Threads: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Facebook: @ThereItIsPod Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis…

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No. 387 - Exploring Improv with Evan Forde Barden 50:07

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We were joined by comedian Evan Forde Barden for a great talk on pursuing comedy. Evan joins the podcast to discuss his extensive 21-year journey in improv and sketch comedy. Evan shares his early days doing improv at Fairfield University and his subsequent experiences with renowned groups like 'Bodywork' and 'Young Douglass.' He opens up about navigating the improv scene in New York, his tenure with Improv Boston, Magnet Theater, and UCB, and how he tries to survive on stage. Evan also talks about his show, 'The Power Joker,' a comedy talk show hosted by a fictional Robert Moses (played by previous guest, Sam Rogal), the evolution of his comedic voice, and more! YouTube: @YoungDouglas, @ThereItIs Instagram: @YoungDouglas, @ThePowerJoker, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Threads: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Facebook: @ThereItIsPod Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis…

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No. 386 - Val Kilmer Appreciation 1:21:24

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In this episode, we pay our respects to the legendary actor Val Kilmer. Jason's favorite actor has always been Val Kilmer, thanks to his all-time favorite movie: Real Genius. To honor Kilmer and his legacy, we dive into conversations about his impact on film and on us personally. “Best Friend of the Show,” Rob, joins Jason first to discuss many of Kilmer’s iconic performances. Jason also chats with writer Stephanie Streisand (The Mighty Ones, The Detour), a friend of the show, about their shared love for Real Genius, Top Secret!, and how Kilmer’s performances influenced her comedy. We end the episode with “Brother of the Show,” Trey. It’s a heartwarming and fun tribute we hope all Val Kilmer fans find some comfort in. Instagram: @StephStreis, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Threads: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Facebook: @ThereItIsPod Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis…

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No. 385 - Improv and Writing with Will Jacobs 58:57

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Will Jacobs joins us to talk comedy, writing, and his web series! Jason talks to Will about writing plays, what he thinks about his perfectionist college approach to writing now, and his moving to New York City to study improv. Will has a very robust improv career and has studied at all the major theaters in NYC. He currently performs regularly at The Magnet and UCB. He talks about what he learned going from improv theater to improv theater to study, why he loves it so much, his web series Olympus: A Retrospective, and much more! It's a fun chat. www.youtube.com/@olympusretro www.willjacobslovesyou.com Instagram: @SadWilliam_, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics TikTok: @SadWilliam_, @JasonFarrToks Threads: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Facebook: @ThereItIsPod Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis…

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No. 384 - Lynn Harris on Breaking Barriers & Building Gold Comedy 49:16

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We talk to comedian and founder of Gold Comedy, Lynn Harris! Lynn shares the story of how a ski trip became a pivotal moment in her getting into comedy and ultimately starting Gold Comedy. She sheds light on the persistent challenges women face in comedy, the importance of creating inclusive opportunities, and the impactful work Gold Comedy is doing to support and nurture new talent. This episode is a lively and funny deep dive into Lynn's personal anecdotes, professional insights, and the transformative power of empowering voices in comedy. It's such a great talk. https://tinyurl.com/GoldComedyPitch Instagram: @GoldComedy, @LateBloomers.lol, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Threads: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Facebook: @ThereItIsPod Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis…

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No. 383 - Sparking Creativity in Advertising and Improv with Howard Finkelstein 38:28

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We had a great chat with writer and comedian Howard Finkelstein! Howard is a creative director at the ad agency, Mischief. He delves into his decade-long journey in improv and advertising. Howard shares his experience balancing grounded and silly elements on stage, his hilarious story of how his wife prompted him to pursue comedy, and the process behind creating a notable Super Bowl commercial. He also discusses the parallels between generating ideas for ads and improv scenes and offers insights on handling creativity and failure across both worlds. It's an engaging conversation! https://howfink.com Join our March Madness group on ESPN! https://tinyurl.com/There-It-Is-Pod Instagram: @howfink, @nflfantherapy, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Threads: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Facebook: @ThereItIsPod Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis…

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No. 382 - Jonah Nigh's Journey from Opera to Stand-Up Comedy 52:16

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In this captivating episode, we talk to comedian Jonah Nigh! Jonah is a former opera singer turned stand-up comic and he shares his extraordinary journey from classical music training to the comedy stage. He details the pivotal throat surgery that forced him to pivot careers, how he found relief, and the challenges of transitioning into comedy. Jonah also discusses the nuanced differences in performing for diverse audiences across the globe, the importance of meticulous preparation, and how his background in music has influenced his comedy craft. He also talks about being on the show 'Baking It,' his involvement in philanthropy, and how he balances his stand-up career with his role at Juilliard. Lots of great stuff in this great chat! www.jonahnigh.com TikTok: @NighJonah, @JasonFarrToks Instagram: @NighJonah, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Threads: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Facebook: @ThereItIsPod Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis…

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Pop Talk - Oscars 2025 (No. 381) 47:08

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The "Of the Show" fellas are here to talk all that pop about the Oscars! Brother of the Show, Trey, and Best Friend of the Show, Rob, join Jason for a fun talk about this year's Oscars telecast! They start out at the end of the broadcast with the announcement of Best Picture then they go into talk about what they loved about Conan O'Brien's hosting, what they loved and didn't love about the telecast, the winners and losers, and their normal nonsense! Instagram: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Threads: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Facebook: @ThereItIsPod Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis…

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No. 380 - Collaborating with Seann Cantatore and Nicole Pascaretta 1:08:36

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Reunited and it feels so good! Dear friends of the show Seann Cantatore and Nicole Pascaretta join us to talk about collaborating with friends! Seann and Nicole have a unique bond and use it to create incredible work together. It only made sense to have them on to talk about how they collaborate! Jason gets them talking about what their process is, how they handle self-criticism, and more. It, as to be expected, is a delightful chat! Gets up to 48% off your first subscription of Magic Mind or 20% off one time purchases at: https://www.magicmind.com/THEREITISPOD20 Instagram: @seanncantatore, @nicole.pascaretta, @bringyourown.bob, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Threads: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Facebook: @seanncantatoree, @ThereItIsPod Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis…

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No. 379 - A California Episode 31:25

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We took the show out West! Jason and Wife of he Show, Justina, went to Los Angeles to visit Brother of the Show, Trey! In LA we talk about seeing the Lakers, going to Disneyland, if In-N-Out Burger is worth it, and more before heading off to San Francisco. In SF, Jason and Justina take in the sites, including seeing some famous pop culture locales that you've seen in the cult classic, The Room, and the opening credits of Full House. It's a fun ep! Gets up to 48% off your first subscription of Magic Mind or 20% off one time purchases at: https://www.magicmind.com/THEREITISPOD20 Instagram: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Threads: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Facebook: @ThereItIsPod Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis…

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No. 378 - Pursuing Comedy with Art Cai 45:57

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We had an awesome conversation with New York City-based comedian Art Cai! Art shares how a college stand-up class first sparked his love for comedy, his bold move from New Orleans to NYC, and how he juggles a slew of projects—from stand-up shows to podcasting. He also talked about his fusion of soccer and comedy with his show, Joga Comedy, that starts with stand-up and ends with an actual soccer game. Wild! Plus, Art offered fresh insights on improv, stand-up, and the power of community in helping comedians find their unique voice. www.artcaistuff.com Gets up to 48% off your first subscription of Magic Mind or 20% off one time purchases at: https://www.magicmind.com/THEREITISPOD20 Instagram: @Farcai, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics TikTok: @Farcai, @JasonFarrToks Twitter: @Farcai Threads: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Facebook: @ThereItIsPod Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis…

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Pop Talk - Predictions (No. 377) 1:05:08

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We talk all that pop about the Oscars, the new Captain America movie, and the Super Bowl! This Pop Talk episode, aka 'After Hours with the Boys', Jason, Rob, and Trey dive into an extensive discussion on their predictions and speculations for the upcoming Chiefs/Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl, including a hilarious dispute over potential halftime guest stars, the potential box office performance of Captain America: Brave New World, and share their Oscar predictions for 'Best Picture,' 'Best Actor,' and 'Best Actress' categories. It's a fun and lively episode that only goes a little off the rails. Gets up to 48% off your first subscription of Magic Mind or 20% off one time purchases at: https://www.magicmind.com/THEREITISPOD20 Instagram: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Threads: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Facebook: @ThereItIsPod Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis…

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No. 376 - Filmmaker Christian Schu on Pursuing His Passion 50:09

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We had the pleasure of speaking to filmmaker Christian Schu! Christian talks to Jason about how cultural differences influence storytelling methods and his early passion for cinema, which eventually led him to switch careers from an insurance broker to a filmmaker. Christian discusses the challenges he faced, the skills he had to quickly learn on-the-go, and his approach to communicating with clients to create compelling stories. He also provides valuable tips on how to improve social media content and create a more dynamic viewing experience. christian-schu.com Get 45% off the Magic Mind bundle with with my link: https://www.magicmind.com/THEREITISPODJAN Instagram: @Christian_Schu_Film, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Threads: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Facebook: @ChristianSchu, @ThereItIsPod Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis…

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Mini Episode No. 27 - How To Put On A Show 11:55

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In this mini episode, Jason dives into the ins and outs of producing your own show! Whether it’s stand-up, improv, a variety show, Jason offers some key steps to making your show a success. He covers the basics between defining your vision and figuring out your practical needs. He also emphasizes the importance of clear communication with your team, lineup, and audience to ensure everyone is on the same page. Whether you’re putting together your very first show or looking to refine your production skills, this episode is packed with actionable tips to help you bring your vision to life. Get 45% off the Magic Mind bundle with with my link: https://www.magicmind.com/THEREITISPODJAN Instagram: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Threads: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Facebook: @ThereItIsPod Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis…

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Mini Episode No. 26 - Doing Improv Wrong 14:43

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In this mini episode, Jason dives into a phrase every improviser has heard: “You can’t do improv wrong.” While it’s meant to encourage improvisers to make bold choices and get out of their heads, could this mantra be taken too far? Jason explores how this idea helps beginners but might also cause confusion in more structured contexts, like advanced players' rehearsals or team performances. Jason discusses when it's important to say, "You can't do improv wrong" before emphasizing the need to give actionable tips when coaching/teaching improv and learning when to let go of “right” and “wrong." Get 45% off the Magic Mind bundle with with my link: https://www.magicmind.com/THEREITISPODJAN Instagram: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Threads: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Facebook: @ThereItIsPod Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis…

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Mini Episode No. 25: Recognizing Your Achievements 20:14

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In this mini episode Jason talks about how to be inspired by recognizing your achievements. He shares some thoughts and tips from experts on how to take pride in all that you've done in your pursuits. The comparison game is an easy trap to fall into and it makes us overlook all the hard work we've put into trying to accomplish our goals. Jason mentions Demi Moore's recent Golden Globes speech, insight from a couple articles (shared below), as well as his own experiences. We hope to encourage you to notice all the work you have done so far and that it propels you to keep going! psyche.co/guides/how-to-feel-more-pride-in-your-hard-earned-achievements medium.com/@joepardavila/recognizing-your-successes today.com/popculture/awards/demi-moore-said-golden-globes-speech www.thereitispod.com/support Instagram: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Threads: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Facebook: @ThereItIsPod Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis…

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A Christmas Episode 2024 - Pop Talk: Best Modern Christmas Songs (No. 375) 43:48

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Join Jason and the 'Of the Show' gang, as they discuss the best Christmas songs of the last 30 years (post Mariah Carey's classic) and share spirited opinions on holiday tunes. The conversation also spans pop culture, with their fresh thoughts on the new Superman teaser trailer sprinkled with lively banter and fun. This episode is packed with festive cheer and entertaining pop culture talk! It's a holiday extravaganza! Instagram: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Threads: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Facebook: @ThereItIsPod Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis…

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No. 374 - Joel Murray Talks Mad Men, Improv, and More 45:02

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We had the pleasure of talking to actor, director, writer, and improviser, the great Joel Murray! Joel joins Jason to share some awesome stories throughout his career, from growing up seeing his brothers Bill Murray and Brian Doyle-Murray and other legends at Second City before becoming a performer there to meeting previous guest Dave Pasquesi in college. Joel reflects on his early days with Del Close, memorable roles in iconic films like 'One Crazy Summer,' and his experiences on TV shows such as 'Mad Men.' He also provides valuable insights into the craft of improv, emphasizing the importance of eye contact and genuine reactions on stage. This engaging conversation offers a deep dive into the world of improvisation and Joel's illustrious career. www.whoselive.com Instagram: @JoelMurray9of9, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Threads: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Facebook: @ThereItIsPod Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis…

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It's a Pop Talk with the entire "Of the Show" gang! Rob, Trey, and Justina are here to talk about the premiere of the 50th season of Saturday Night Live, what they hope to see the rest of the season, potentials hosts, and they talk about what other shows they are watching or hope to watch. The South has been devastated by Hurricane Helene. Please consider donating to your preferred organizations to help in the recovery effort. Being former Carolinians we do have two options to donate to recovery efforts in North and South Carolina below, but please look at ways to serve all areas affected by this hurricane. https://www.nc.gov/disaster-relief-fund-faqs https://foodbankcenc.org/helene/ Also, Best Friend of the Show, Rob's son is selling popcorn so support the kiddo at the link below: https://trails-end.com/store/scout/ZJCO7QU4?share=TOU72RGE Instagram: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Threads: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Facebook: @ThereItIsPod Twitter: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrJokes Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis…

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