Episodios

  • Improv Book Suggestions

    Improv Book Suggestions
    Mar 23 2026
    On this episode of the Liverpool Comedy ImprovCast, host Iain Luke Jones flies solo and dives deep into the world of improv literature. Rather than sitting down with a guest, Iain takes a thoughtful and entertaining look at ten of the most influential improv books ever written, the texts that have shaped the way improvisers think, perform, teach, and occasionally argue about the art form. From status and spontaneity to “finding the game”, group mind, structure versus freedom and everything in between, he explores the ideas that have defined modern improv and the debates that continue to surround them. Are certain formats placed on too high a pedestal? Has the language of improv made us clearer or more cautious? And what can these books still teach us about stepping on stage with nothing but trust, instinct and a willingness to leap? Whether you’re a seasoned improviser, a curious newcomer, or someone who just loves peeking behind the curtain, this episode is a celebration of the thinkers, teachers and provocateurs who helped shape the craft. So pour yourself a cuppa, sit back, relax… and enjoy another true story about the art of making stuff up.
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    28 m
  • Ebe McInerney

    Ebe McInerney
    Mar 9 2026
    This week marks a milestone as we hit Episode 150! Host Iain Luke Jones is joined by the brilliant Ebe McInerney for a joyful and wide-ranging chat. Though relatively new to the improv scene, you would never know it from watching her perform. With razor-sharp instincts and a natural flair for comedy, Ebe is already making her mark as one of the newest members of The Oickers. In this episode, we dive into her journey into improv, what fuels her creativity, and how her other passions — from fantasy worlds to intricate crafts and the science of tiny living things — all feed into the performer she is becoming. It’s a warm, funny, and inspiring conversation with a performer who has an incredibly bright future ahead of her. So sit back, relax, grab a brew and join us for Episode 150! It's time to find out Ebe's true story about making stuff up.
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    1 h y 5 m
  • A-Z of Improv - The Letter J

    A-Z of Improv - The Letter J
    Feb 23 2026
    This week we return to the A–Z of Improv series with the letter ‘J’. Host Iain Luke Jones is joined by good friend and fellow Oicker Dave Hodgson for a lively, thoughtful, and wide-ranging chat about what this letter brings to the world of improv. Together, they explore how it shows up in scenes, training, and everyday life, with plenty of laughs and reflections along the way. So sit back, relax, and grab a brew, it’s time to journey through the letter J.
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    1 h y 13 m
  • Hannah McGowan - A Stand Up Woman

    Hannah McGowan - A Stand Up Woman
    Feb 9 2026
    This week we welcome Hannah McGowan back to the show to talk about her transition from improviser to stand-up comedian. Hannah joins Iain to explore how her improv background continues to give her an edge when performing stand-up, from thinking on her feet to connecting with an audience in the moment. It’s been five years since Hannah first appeared on the podcast, and a lot has changed in that time. This episode is a chance to reconnect, reflect, and find out what she’s been up to since we last spoke, as well as digging into the similarities and differences between improv and stand-up along the way. So grab a brew, sit back, relax, and enjoy a thoughtful and entertaining chat about comedy, confidence and finding your voice on stage.
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    58 m
  • Lisa Dunning

    Lisa Dunning
    Jan 26 2026
    This week we’re kicking off 2026 with the fantastic Lisa Dunning! Lisa, a regular at Flintshire Funnybone Improv and CHIMPS and a member of one of the newest improv troupes on the block, Grass Dens, joins Iain to share her journey from starring in a televised version of The Nativity at just six years old to becoming deeply entrenched in the world of improv in recent years. This bumper episode is packed with conversation about accents, performing, using improv in the real world, sharing a hobby with your partner, and so much more. Also, stick around until the end for a special New Year musical treat from Iain! So what are you waiting for? Sit back, relax, and discover Lisa’s true story about making stuff up.
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    1 h y 25 m
  • 2025 - A Year in Review

    2025 - A Year in Review
    Dec 15 2025
    This week we are bringing the year to a close with a look back at 2025. Iain reflects on the guests, conversations and special episodes that shaped another brilliant year for the Liverpool Comedy ImprovCast, celebrating the moments that made 2025 such a memorable one. There’s also a look ahead, teasing a few exciting things on the horizon as we move into 2026. So sit back, relax, and enjoy a little walk down memory lane - destination 2025.
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    33 m
  • ChatGPT Returns

    ChatGPT Returns
    Dec 1 2025
    This week we are welcoming back ChatGPT to the show to talk about their evolution since we last spoke and how they think they can be of service in the improv world. Iain chats with the newly-upgraded AI about the growing visibility of improv, how performers are using technology as a creative tool, and what the future might look like as human improvisers and AI learn to play together. We also explore the rise of improv across the UK, the joy of pun-based games, and why British audiences seem to love awkward humour more than anyone else. It’s an unusual episode, but a fascinating conversation about creativity, connection and the ever-changing world of improv. So pour yourself a cuppa, sit back and enjoy this unconventional chat about improv, technology and everything in between.
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    27 m
  • San Stands Up

    San Stands Up
    Nov 17 2025
    This week’s guest is long time friend of the show San George, who’s fresh from stepping into the world of stand-up comedy! We chat about how her gig came about, what it was like building her set, and how the night itself went down. Along the way, we dive into the similarities and differences between stand-up and improv, and explore how San balances her creative passions with managing medical challenges, proving that you don’t have to give up what brings you joy, you just have to find your own way of doing it. Of course, there’s a bit of Oickers chat thrown in for good measure, and at the heart of it all, it’s just two good pals having a laugh and talking about the things they love. So sit back, relax, grab yourself a nice warm cuppa because it’s time to find out exactly why San stood up.
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    40 m