Season finale! We're hanging with stand-up comic and Austin, TX native Wanjiko Eke. We chat about high school hangout spots, dating apps (and their various purposes depending on sexuality), the death of lesbian bars in New York City, and what f

Jay Malsky's Shawls

Oct 25th, 2017 52m 15s

We are so excited to have UCB performer Jay Malsky on the show this week! Jay tells us about his former political career in DC and his experience as a practicing catholic and active church member. We also dig into the importance of drag culture

Robby Hoffman's Handjobs

Oct 18th, 2017 49m 17s

This week we have super cool stand-up comic Robby Hoffman joining us! Robby is a writer on the Chris Gethard Show and recently performed at Montreal's Just For Laughs Festival. She chats with us about growing up Chasidic, finding comfort in the

Pat Brown's Left Hand

Oct 5th, 2017 55m 44s

This week we have lovely, talented stand-up comedian Pat Brown on the show. We chat with her about bombing her first mic, the importance of diversity in television, Atlanta (the city AND the TV show), and bill-paying etiquette on dates. Oh, and

Bowen Yang's Colors of the Wind

Sep 27th, 2017 51m 37s

The ever-so-talented comedian and producer Bowen Yang joins us today for a fun chat about celebrity candles, twitter fights with Swifties, racism in the gay community and his parents' ongoing journey towards acceptance of his identity. We promi

Garry Hannon's Muffin-Stealing

Sep 20th, 2017 37m 29s

This week we have lovely stand-up comedian Garry Hannon, who also works as a bartender at The Metropolitan, an awesome gay bar in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. We chat with Garry about his childhood growing up queer in Boston, how the gay bar scene o

Oliver Chinyere's British Sensibility

Sep 13th, 2017 50m 15s

This week we have Oliver Chinyere, a London-based queer, trans comedian and storyteller! We had a great time chatting with him about what it was like to work on Hilary Clinton's campaign team and how British and US comedy scenes differ. We also

Dubbs Weinblatt's Self-Trust

Sep 6th, 2017 44m 52s

This week we are SO excited to kick off season 2 with genderqueer performer and activist Dubbs Weinblatt. We chat about their twice-monthly improv show Thank You For Coming Out and their new project Craft Your Truth, the importance of community

Ian Herrin Improv Half Hour Bonus Ep!

Aug 31st, 2017 35m 20s

Another bonus episode for your sweet ears! This week we crossover with a show that Jake and Kate were guests on: the Ian Herrin Improv Half Hour, hosted by Ian Herrin himself! We love it and we think you will too. Check it out at http://apple.c

Woke AF Bonus Ep!

Aug 23rd, 2017 12m 10s

Check out another bonus mini-ep from our set at Woke AF, a monthly show at UCB East hosted by Nicole Pasquale dedicated to showcasing diverse voices.

Rekha Shankar's Diversity Hire

Aug 16th, 2017 34m 8s

A mid-summer check-in to let you know that SEASON TWO IS COMING! We'll be dropping brand new YVISF episodes starting on September 6th. For now, please enjoy this special "test" episode we did when we first started the podcast with incredible Co

Chris Burns' and Kelley Quinn's Parenting Skills

Apr 11th, 2017 1h 20m

It's our season finale! In this episode we chat with Chris Burns and Kelley Quinn, the brilliant creators and stars of the web series Straight Marriage. We cover topics like what makes a good partner, fan letters to celebrities, Summer Heights

Christian Carmen Olivia Jane's Heels

Mar 27th, 2017 1h 5m

This week we talk to educator and writer of The Cis Jungle , Christian Carmen Olivia Jane, about educating older generations, defining your own respect and using yourself as a tool for learning.

Chloe Marsh's Happy Tears

Mar 21st, 2017 1h 3m

This week we had a blast talking with actress, director and improviser Chloe Marsh (UCB). We talk about her amazing marriage, getting revenge on childhood bullies, and how she feels about transitioning as a performer in the public eye.

Connor Creagan's Dark Arts

Mar 13th, 2017 1h 1m

We had so much fun chatting with stand-up comedian Connor Creagan about what it's like being a fraternal twin, The Wizard of Oz, experimentation before coming out, and the craziest dating app story we've ever heard.

Ashley Gavin's Backwards Cap

Mar 7th, 2017 50m 43s

This week we sat down with amazing stand-up comedian Ashley Gavin to talk about her appearance on Live at Gotham, oversharing, meeting celebrities and how to deal with tension after coming out.

Jeff Hiller's Snickers Commercial

Feb 20th, 2017 59m 59s

This week we sit down with actor and comedian Jeff Hiller to talk about tokenism in improv, Guiding Light and meeting Meryl Streep.

J Fox Jones' Lower East Side

Feb 13th, 2017 57m 52s

This week we chat with stand-up comedian J Fox Jones about thirsty man buns, Martin, black toe Jordans and why her mom is her best friend.

Kelsey Bailey's Potato Salad

Feb 6th, 2017 49m 55s

This week we talk to improviser Kelsey Bailey (UCB) who offers us wisdom on dealing with friends who fetishize your identity, loving Patricia Heaton, and the art of a good pussy joke.

Jason Sweeten's Spooky Scarves

Jan 21st, 2017 57m 52s

Welcome to the podcast! For our first episode, we talk to Jason Sweeten, a content producer for Buzzfeed and sketch comedy writer for the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre. We trade drag queen names, learn how advertising can be beautiful, and e