My First Sketch

This week, Josh talks to Alyssa Truszkowski (Cups and a Half) about something that apparently existed called Roundhouse, living in Delaware, and punching in the right direction. See Alyssa three times at Bechdel Test Fest: doing improv with Guilt Trip and sketch with Cups and a Half in the 3pm block and doing standup in the 8pm block. Go to bechdelfest.com for more information.

This week, Josh talks to Alyssa al-Dookhi (Yard Sale Comedy) about puns, moving from Kuwait to Michigan, and Bechdel Test Fest. You can see Alyssa in the 8pm block on Friday, March 3 at the Bechdel Fest. But also, check out Eat Your Beats March 10th at Good Good Comedy and Make Up or Break Up March 25th at Good Good Comedy. And for your stand up fix, Yard Sale Comedy at Bourbon and Branch monthly. We are looking for volunteers for Philly Sketchfest: check out phillysketchfest.com for more information.

This week, Josh talks to Chris McGee (KC Masterpiece) about being a douchebag, trying to be a better person, and reading Deepak Chopra. Chris McGee is one half of KC Masterpiece, which you can see Feb 23 and 24 at Philly Improv Theater (phitcomedy.com) at 830. Next week, go to Bechdel Test Fest (bechdelfest.com) at Christ Church Neighborhood House on March 3 and 4. Go to myfirstsketch.com and phillysketchfest.com for more information on the rapidly approaching Philly Sketchfest, April 20-23.

This week, Josh talks to Kris Hodge about watching Baywatch, being offensive, and committing to character. Hodge is one half of KC Masterpiece, which you can see Feb 23 and 24 at Philly Improv Theater at 830. Next week, go to Bechdel Test Fest (bechdelfest.com) at Christ Church Neighborhood House on March 3 and 4. Go to myfirstsketch.com and phillysketchfest.com for more information on the rapidly approaching Philly Sketchfest, April 20-23.

This week, Josh talks to Andrew Coppola about the disappointing Simpsons voices, not wanting to park in Rittenhouse, and veggie meatballs. See Andrew at Frog Night Feb 19th at Good Good and Pleasure Blimp with KC Masterpiece Feb 23rd and 24th at PHIT. Remember, Bechdel Test Fest at Christ Church Neighborhood House March 3rd and 4th and Philly Sketchfest April 20th-23rd.

37 Jon Edelman Of The Amazing Flying Edelmen by My First Sketch

This week, Josh talks to Peter Rambo (American Breakfast and Cheat Code) about Judo Breakfast at the American Range, people assuming he’s unhappy all the time, and Little Lord Fauntleroy. For more of Peter’s work, check out facebook.com/1LightShort or staydream.tv. Philly Sketchfest returns April 20-23. For more information, check out phillysketchfest.com.

This week, Josh talks to Sean Keegan-Landis (from Frog Night and formerly of American Breakfast and The Flat Earth) about doing something that scares him, growing up a comedy nerd, and teaching comedy. Check out Sean as he hosts Screenwriting 4 Dummies on Jan 11, co-hosts (with Tara Demmy) Frog Night on Jan 15, and teaches Sketch Comedy Level One on Jan 21. For more information on all of those, head to goodgoodcomedy.com. Head to myfirstsketch.com to see some of the things we’ve talked about in this episode.

34 Cynthia Marie of The Whoa Show and Movie Hell by My First Sketch

This week, Josh talks to Joe Tuzzi (from Fjord and Two Late with Rob and Joe) about All That, teaching kids improv, and not worrying about failing onstage. The series finale of Two Late with Rob and Joe takes place Dec. 30 at 1030 at Philly Improv Theater. See Joe with Fjord on Saturday nights and the one-man sketch show, Tuzzi, on Jan. 19 and 20.

This week, Josh talks to Curt Riedy (@curtazone10) of High Dramma and Philly Sketchfest about Kevin Allison, punk bands and the Pippens, and getting into High Dramma. Finish your holiday week and start your new year when Philly Sketchfest returns with Sketch Hangover on January 1 at The Playground at the Adrienne. Also, check out Curt's blog: worstthingsiown.com

31 Matt Schmid of The Incredible Shrinking Matt and Jacquie by My First Sketch

This week, Josh talks to Jack O’Keeffe (@JackOakLeaf), the current sketch producer at Philly Improv Theater, about campfire skits at Boy Scouts, the influence of VeggieTales, and transitioning from theater to comedy. Head to Philly Improv Theater Friday November 25 and Saturday November 26 for the Black Friday Comedy Marathon. Especially Saturday at 4am for Charlie Harley's Birthday Party and 12:40 to see The 48s, which is the group that formed when I did Up All Night a few months ago.

This week, Josh talks to Don Montrey (ComedySportz Philadelphia) about insulting Ed Rendell from the stage, the draw of Philadelphia over New York, and dropping roots for comedy in Philadelphia. The Dirtiest Sketch in Philadelphia returns to the Philly Sketchfest stage on November 18 at 10pm at the Playground at the Adrienne. Tickets available at ticketfly.com. ComedySportz performed every Saturday at the Playground at the Adrienne. For more information, head to comedysportzphilly.com.

This week, Josh talks to Rich Lee (The Flat Earth) about the sketch that kept him off shows, the three M’s, and a bit of Fun with a Pickle. Rich Lee and the rest of The Flat Earth can be seen at Philly Improv Theater November 10, 11, 17, and 18 as they present The Greatest. All shows are at 9pm. Tickets available at phitcomedy.com. Philly Sketchfest Presents will host the annual Dirtiest Sketch in Philadelphia November 18 at 10pm. More information will be available at phillysketchfest.com

This week, Josh talks to Julia Hudson (Sweetish, Dog Mountain, and Barbara Bush) about the small town they come from, teasing the debut of the Storyteller character, and the meaning of the word prolific. See Julia next as Barbara Bush presents The Body Show at Good Good Theater on Nov 6 at 7 PM. For tickets, go to goodgoodcomedy.com. Josh will be in The Theme Show: Election Special on Thursday, November 4, at 9PM. phitcomedy.com for more info and tickets.

This week, Josh talks to Gregg Gethard (@holdingcourtpod) about the Sixth Borough, creating characters, and getting banned from Helium. You can see Financial Guru Gregg Gethard at the Ha Ha Halloween Showcase on Wednesday, October 26 at the Punch Line Comedy Club at 8pm or at The Banter Show on Friday, October 28 at Good Good Comedy at 8pm. Go to myfirstsketch.com to see more from Gregg and sketches we mentioned.

This week, Josh talks to Sarah Clemency (Kathryn and Sarah) about Second City, musicals, and I Love Lucy. Kathryn and Sarah headlines Philly Sketchfest Presents this Friday 10/21 at 8:30pm featuring KC Masterpiece. (https://www.ticketfly.com/purchase/event/1342929) Stay for WGRA Radio Theater presents HG Wells'The War of the Worlds at 10pm. phillysketchfest.com

This week, Josh talks to Aubrie Williams about writing a show with Kevin Allison, seven generations of Mani Pedi, and the importance of playing. See Aubrie as Goat Rodeo performs at Philly Improv Theater October 13, 14, 20, and 21, all at 9PM. On Oct 21, Philly Sketchfest Presents returns as Kathryn and Sarah and KC Masterpiece perform at 8:30 PM and WGRA Radio Theater presents HG Wells’ The War of the Worlds at 10 PM. More information at phillysketchfest.com.

This week, Josh talks to Kathryn Amrhein from the musical comedy duo Kathryn and Sarah about Animaniacs, sneaking comedy as a kid, and Josh thinking she may be a sociopath (but not really). You can check out Kathryn and Sarah on facebook.com/kathrynandsarah. Kathryn and Sarah headlines Philly Sketchfest Presents on October 21 at 8:30 PM at the Playground at the Adrienne. Tickets will be available at phillysketchfest.com.