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Episode Mentions
SmartLess · Apr 20, 2026
"Aubrey Plaza"
“Comedy school and theater where Plaza trained and performed in sketch groups before her acting career”
Career transition from improv/sketch comedy to scripted actingScript quality as primary determinant of project successProducer role and creative control in film/television development
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Comedy Bang Bang: The Podcast · Apr 13, 2026
Peg Is Your Pig (Jimmy Pardo, May Darmon, Joe Wengert)
“Los Angeles improv theater where guest Pearl Courgette recommends attending Harold Knight show”
Podcast monetization strategies (freemium models, platinum memberships, live events)Comedy podcast history and industry influenceStand-up comedy touring and venue booking
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Breaking Bread with Tom Papa · Apr 7, 2026
Episode 316 - Bobby Moynihan
“Moynihan trained and performed at UCB for 8 years before SNL, crediting it as the turning point in his comedy career”
Stand-up comedy career development and audience buildingImprov comedy training and Upright Citizens Brigade influenceSNL cast member experience and sketch writing process
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Joe and Jada · Apr 1, 2026
The Real Report - Gianni Paolo on Power Book II: Ghost, 50 Cent's influence, acting with Michael Rainey, and Hollywood's dark side
“Improv training institution where Gianni studied comedy and acting techniques”
Acting Career Strategy and Script SelectionImprovisation Techniques in Television Production50 Cent's Production Influence on Power Universe
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Las Culturistas with Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang · Mar 4, 2026
"Chi-Con" (w/ Maggie Winters)
“Comedy distributor for Maggie Winters' special 'Marguerite'”
Chicago Comedy Scene and Regional IdentityMidwest Culture and TraditionsStand-Up Comedy vs. Hybrid Performance Formats
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