The podcast that asks actors, improvisers, musicians and entertainers what else is true about them and their lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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New York born entrepreneur and Kickster President. Thoughts on Business, Tech, Fashion & Music.
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Pastor-Teacher Chris Hall shares relevant truths for life from the Bible that will draw you closer to God and bless and encourage you.
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"Knowledge is knowing. Wisdom is applying!" -Buddha Detoxification, nutrition, fitness, spirituality... Through holistic teachings and wisdom from today's ambassadors for health, we can manifest our highest potential and deconstruct our current DEATH CULTURE! We are living in a war zone and need a global awakening! Join me Chris Hall as I interview the FOOT SOLDIERS of liberation with intuitive healers, detoxification specialists, authors, fasting experts, nutritionists, visionaries, scienti ...
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Patrick Zmina--Jack of all trades and Improviser Looking for Flashes of Brilliance!
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Patrick Zmina is a mainstay on the Imposters Theater stage in Cleveland. He is a musician, former cancer biologist, and a current software developer. He is constantly chasing flashes of brilliance wherever he can find them, from rock climbing to gaming to cooking. You can catch him on Improv Game Night and Comedy Court every month at Imposters Thea…
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Lilia Bogoeva--The Inner Demon Crusher!!
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Lilia Bogoeva "The Inner Demon Crusher" is a professional performing artist and personal development coach. As a musician, comics creator, and inspirational speaker, she is on a mission to motivate people to overcome adversity through authenticity and find true strength. Her mission comes from a genuine place, after overcoming her own struggles. Sh…
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Tommy Hough--Election 2024 Democratic Autopsy
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Let's talk with Tommy Hough about the 2024 Elections! Where did we, as Democrats and liberals go wrong here? There's a hell of a lot to unpack. Give this one a listen for some history and ideas of where to go from here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Abby Sher--Astounding Improviser and Prolific Author!!
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Let me introduce you to Abby Sher! She has written and performed at The Second City, Upright Citizen’s Brigade, HBO, Nick Jr. and NPR. Abby has written six books including: Miss You Love You Hate You Bye All the Ways the World Can End Breaking Free: True Stories of Girls Who Escaped Modern Slavery Amen, Amen, Amen: Memoir of a Girl Who Couldn't Sto…
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Frank King--Comedian, Writer and TedX Speaker!!
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Let me introduce you to Frank! Frank King was a writer for the Tonight Show with Jay Leno for 20 years. He’s had two aortic valve replacements, a double bypass, a massive heart attack, three stents, and lived to joke about it all. So he is truly funny at heart. He’s fought a lifetime battle with depression, and thoughts of suicide, turning that lon…
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Kevin Gow--Improviser, Engineer and new Father from Oslo!!
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Let me introduce you to Kevin! He is an improviser, turned coach, and applied improv facilitator based in Oslo, Norway. He hails from Johannesburg, South Africa. He has lived, worked and studied in Ireland, the UK, and now Norway. Kevin’s values are a love of learning, communication, mindfulness, leadership development, and his family. Doing meanin…
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Michael Smith, MD--Doctor Teaching Colleagues The Healing Power of Improv!!
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After med school at Creighton and residency at Tulane, Mike began his medical career, finding that he, and other colleagues, had issues communicating with patients and each other. In 2014, Mike began taking Level 1 improv classes, as they were a present from his wife.. Realizing early on that the skills learned through improv could help him as a ho…
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Brynna Ogletree--Ad Guru, Storytteller and Musician Extraordinaire!
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Brynna is a multidisciplinary artist (writing, photography, fine art, singer, composer, musician) who has spent the last 30 years working in advertising. She has worked for massive brands and conglomerates, like Coca-Cola, American Airlines, PepsiCo, Hilton and Hyatt companies (etc.), while spending her remaining free time raising a daughter and cr…
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Mark Riccadonna--Actor, Comedian and Youngstown Guy!
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Let me introduce you to Mark Riccadonna. Mark is known for his roles in the TV Series, Checked Out. The movies, Days of Power and Gail’s New Boyfriend. He has toured globally, playing theatres, clubs, with the USO and Armed Forces Entertainment (which landed him his Travel Column "Dad Trippin" in Today's Man Magazine. Mark has served as a contribut…
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Brandon Schoeppner--Winner of NaNoWriMo, Sketch Writer and Woodworker!
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Let me introduce you to Brandon. He grew up in a small SE Ohio town called Caldwell and graduated from Kent State University in Dec. 2012 with Applied Engineering and Tech Management. Brandon started at Imposters Theater April 2023 where he took sketch writing, and then started improv in July 2023. He just finished Level 4 Brandon likes to write sk…
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Pastor Chris shares the profile of a godly man from 1 Timothy 6:11-13Af chrishall71
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Rhonda Hansome--Legendary Comedian, Director and Cartoonist!
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From Saturday Night Live and Pretty Woman, Rhonda Hansome’s comedy has opened for stars including Anita Baker, Diana Ross, James Brown and Aretha Franklin; in venues from LA’s Greek Theater to NY’s Radio City. She was Artist Coordinator and Host of Laughing Liberally (NY’s top political comics) Off-Broadway production of Indictment Excitement. Ever…
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On this episode, Friend of the Show, Tommy Hough and I talk about the craziness that was the Republican National Convention, the assassination attempt on former President Trump and the failure of the media to call out lies and misinformation. We also discussed Citizens United and the power that the donor class has. Check it out! It was a great hang…
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Pastor Chris preaches on the supremacy of Christ from Phillipians 2:5-12.Af chrishall71
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Where is America in prophecy? Pastor Chris shares in a sermon preached in 2009.Af chrishall71
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Clay Drinko, PhD--Author, Researcher and Improviser
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Clay Drinko, Ph.D. is an author and educator. He writes for Psychology Today about the intersection between improv comedy, science, and everyday life. He's also the author of the first academic book connecting improv and cognitive science, Theatrical Improvisation, Consciousness, and Cognition. His most recent book, Play Your Way Sane: 120 Improv-I…
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Pastor Chris shares from God's Word some wonderful truths about the wonderful privilege of prayer.Af chrishall71
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Pastor Chris looks at the "Love Chapter": 1 Corinthians 13.
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Pastor Chris looks at the "Love Chapter": 1 Corinthians 13.Af chrishall71
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Jayant Chopra--Valiant Improviser from India!!
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Have you met Jayant? Jayant is an improviser and facilitator with over 5 years of experience in the field. He has showcased his improvisational skills in various performances with his troupe, NIC (Nautankibaaz Improv Collective), for esteemed multinational corporations such as Adobe, Google, and KPMG, among others. He has honed his skills through c…
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BJ Lange--Improviser, Medic, Pilot, Advocate and All-Around Great Guy!
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BJ Lange currently resides in Los Angeles, where he is actively involved in the improv community as both performer in various groups, including his two-man comedy duo, Tacklebox Improv, and instructor, at The Improv Trick, 3-2-1 Acting Studios, and The Second City Hollywood, where he leads the Improv for Veterans Program. BJ also teaches at the pre…
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Pastor Chris shares some of what the Bible says about the Holy Spirit.
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Pastor Chris shares some of what the Bible says about the Holy Spirit.Af chrishall71
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Doug Shaw--Applied Skills Improviser and Mathematician!!
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Dr. Doug Shaw is a Professor of Mathematics at the University of Northern Iowa. He’s taught in at least five departments or programs there, won awards at three universities, is a Renaissance scholar, and is a heckuva nice guy to work with. His research is in tertiary math education, combinatorics, and graph theory. He is or has been an author, syst…
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Where are we on God's timeline of history?
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Pastor Chris discusses where we are on God's timeline of history as revealed in the Bible.Af chrishall71
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Pastor Chris shares some of what the Bible says about the Great Tribulation.
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Pastor Chris shares some of what the Bible says about the Great Tribulation.Af chrishall71
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Paul Myers--Host of The Record Store Day Podcast, Author, Journalist and Musician!
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Paul Myers is a music and comedy encyclopedia with stories galore! He's toured with the Barenaked Ladies. He's worked with the Kids In The Hall. He's stayed at Todd Rundgren's Kauai residence (OK, he was interviewing the maestro for a book). You get the idea! Paul waxed poetic on his time in the Gravelberrys (Check out "Wonder Where You Are Tonight…
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Juliette Watt--Author, Pilot, Animal Advocate and Compassion Fatigue Champion!
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Juliette has been a Playboy Bunny, a soap opera writer for ABC Television, a theater writer/performer, and an ATP airplane pilot and Master Flight Instructor. She won two Writers Guild Awards and was nominated for a Daytime Emmy. She is also an animal rights advocate who worked for Best Friends Animal Society for almost a decade. Juliette also adde…
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Pastor Chris shares some of what the Bible says about the Rapture of the Church. It could be today!Af chrishall71
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Anne Montgomery--Pioneering Sportscaster, Sports Official and Author!
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Anne Montgomery Is a decorated television sportscaster, newspaper and magazine writer, teacher, author, and amateur sports official. Her first TV job came at WRBL-TV in Columbus, Georgia, and led to positions at WROC-TV in Rochester, New York, KTSP-TV in Phoenix, Arizona, and ESPN in Bristol, Connecticut, where she anchored the Emmy and ACE award-w…
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Can A True Christian Lose Their Salvation?
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Pastor Chris shares what the Bible says about the security of a Christian's salvation.Af chrishall71
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What If Jesus Had Not Risen From The Dead?
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Pastor Chris looks at the power and significance of the resurrection of Christ.Af chrishall71
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Jen deHaan--Epic Improv Teacher and Life Change Expert
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Jen is an improviser in Canada who started out studying improv at schools including WGIS, Queen City Comedy, Second City, and more. She teaches improv classes and hosts jams at World's Greatest Improv School (WGIS) and Queen City Comedy. In the before-times, Jen enjoyed teaching dance fitness and performing in semi-rural vaudeville/burlesque themed…
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Pastor Chris looks at the stunning things Jesus said to the Woman at the Well about worship in John chapter 4.Af chrishall71
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Pastor Chris studies Hebrews 1:1-4 which says there is no one like Jesus.Af chrishall71
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Alex Shaver--Empath, Improviser and Counselor--Triple Threat!
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Alex Shaver is new to the improv scene, performing at Imposters Theater in Cleveland, Ohio since 2022. After a decade of working in higher education, he now works in community mental health. Alex is passionate about comedy and mental health, and is interested in the parallels between the two. He loves his wife (Rachel) and his children (J. and Joan…
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Know What You Believe About the End Times
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Pastor Chris some of what the Bible says about the End Times and the Second Coming of Jesus Christ.Af chrishall71
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If This Is True NYC Edition!! Fugelsang, Hall, Laikowski, Sher, and French!!
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This one. This one is one for the ages! We (and by we, I mean Abby Sher, Bethany Hall, Lulu French, John Fugelsang, Michele Laikowski and me) discussed the present and future of comedy in New York City and other environs, The group waxed on satire vs. parody, talent winning out, improv as the best training for life and waiting for the whole fart. I…
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Gail Gallagher! Owner of Sparklebard Studios and Producer Extraordinaire!
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Gail Gallagher is a Chicago based Singer-Songwriter, Composer, improv music director, producer, and teacher whose lyric-driven songs reflect on the highs and lows of life exploring nuances of whimsy and wisdom. Originally from Waterloo, Iowa, Gail attended University of Nebraska-Lincoln and graduated with a dual BA in Theater Performance & Directin…
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In this episode, Pastor Chris answers questions on Heaven.Af chrishall71
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Michele Laikowski--Impressario of Comedy of All Types, Lover of Books and Runner for All!
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If This Is True would like to introduce you to Michele Laikowski on this throwback! Michele was an associate producer and on-air personality on the Jenny McCarthy Show on SiriusXM Stars. She is also an improvising and voice over veteran of New York City. Michele finds solace and purpose in running and reaching for goals. She also has great stories …
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Bracha Goetz--Children's Book Author Who Tackles Tough Topics!
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Allow me to introduce you to Bracha! She was first published when she was 12 years old. She's written 41 children's books and a memoir, Nourish The Soul. Her books tackle difficult topics at a child's level. This was a fascinating half hour! Listen to this! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Carlos Baker---Inspiring Rocker and Author!
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Please let me introduce you to Carlos Baker! Carlos is an author and musician whose latest album with the CK Baker Band, Find Your Way, and book, Songs for Ivy, are available wherever you get your content. Carlos overcame childhood cancer and used that experience to write and to play his bass guitar. He lives in Germany with his family, but is in C…
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John Leister--Prolific Fiction Author from Vancouver!
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Talk about prolific! John Leister has published more than 100 e-books, Including the Lee Hacklyn and Urban Tiger crime series over the past few years. John is a big believer in having the right mindset and philosophy when reaching goals. He'd like to share this information with everyone, and does, here on If This Is True! GIve it a listen! Hosted o…
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In this episode, Pastor-Teacher Chris Hall speaks on what it means to be a Christian. This is a classic sermon from 2007. May you be blessedAf chrishall71
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Deborah Johnson--Climb Hero Mountain Summit with this Author!
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Let me introduce you to the multi-faceted Deborah Johnson. Deborah is an inspirational speaker, author and international award-winning music artist who helps others get unstuck by producing and executing a successful plan for their second half. As a musician she has been nominated for multiple Grammy Awards and has spent over 20 years in the entert…
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John Lehr--Hilarious Caveman, Actor, Writer and Director!
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Let me introduce you to John Lehr! He is an actor and writer, known for 10 Items or Less (2006), Quick Draw (2013) and The Sweetest Thing (2002). He is also known for being one of the GEICO Cavemen! Currently, he has a production company, Triple Threat Media, that is working on several projects--which were on hold because of the Writers' and Actors…
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Nora O'Connor--indie songstress from Chicago!
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If This Is True would like to introduce you to singing sensation Nora O'Connor! Nora is a Chicago based singer/songwriter who has worked with everyone from the Decemberists to the New Pornographers to Mavis Staples. We discussed balancing work and family, what Americana is, and everything in between. Give it a listen! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com…
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Ted Leo--Punk and Indie Music Pioneer!
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Let me introduce you to Ted Leo, master of soul searching pop punk and indie rock! Ted has a long career with bands like Citizens Arrest, Chisel, Puzzlehead, and the Sin-Eaters. He's mostly known for his group, Ted Leo and the Pharmacists. He's also put out albums with Aimee Mann as The Both and as a solo artist. We talked about the intersection of…
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Shari Hazlett--social justice powerhouse, performer and director!
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Shari Hazlett is a Brooklyn–based director, writer, performer, producer and media professional who works at the intersection of storytelling, comedy, and technology to inspire civic engagement and social change. Shari just finished producing, writing and directing The March, an historical comedy, which was presented by The Tank Theater (NYC) in Jun…
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032- Ice Bath/Superfoods Giveaway!
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Edge Theory Labs and MASF Supplements (sponsors of the show) are doing a sale and giveaway! Use my Code/HOLISTIC150 and automatically get entered into a drawing to win supplements! Ice Tubs: https://www.edgetheorylabs.com Code/HOLISTIC150 for $150 off! Superfoods: https://www.masfsupplements.com Code/PREPPER15 for 15% off! Instagram: https://www.in…
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In this episode we discuss mindset. Detoxing negative thoughts and habits. The art of detoxification is not only physical, but mental too! Supplements: https://www.masfsupplements.com Code/PREPPER15 for 15% off! Ice Tubs: https://www.edgetheorylabs.com Code/HOLISTIC150 for $150 off! Donations: PayPal.Me/holisticprepper…
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