improv4humans with Matt Besser

Matt Besser

Few names are as synonymous with improv as Matt Besser. Founding member of the Upright Citizens Brigade and a regular performer in the world-famous show Asssscat, Matt brings you a fully improvised weekly podcast featuring the best improvisers in the universe. Music by Bobby Matthews and Dragoon.

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20 episodes
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Borrowed Toilet Snakes (w/ John Gemberling, Aman Adumer)
Burning Man sand grime orgy; figurine face emotions; ransom on the bullet train; Anime Square; lots of Birch merch. UNLOCK THE BONUS SCENE(S) AT IMPROV4HUMANS.COM AND GAIN ACCESS TO EVERY EPISODE OF I4H, ALL AD-FREE, AS WELL AS TONS OF EXCLUSIVE NEW PODCASTS DELVING DEEPER INTO IMPROV, THE HISTORY OF COMEDY, MUSIC AND SCI-FI. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Thursday · 1 hr 25 min
Laugh Kookaburra Laugh (w/ Colton Dunn, Joel Spence)
Silent discos over, drinking over, smoking is back; giraffe escapes private zoo; children escorting World Cup soccer players; Splash Mountain accident; double bubble (bubble inside another bubble); free hotel toothbrushes; blowtorch emporium; spiders hate farmerz; thank u 4 yr time! Unlock the BONUS SCENE(S) at improv4humans.com and gain access to every episode of i4h, all ad-free, as well as TONS of exclusive new podcasts delving deeper into improv, the history of comedy, music and sci-fi. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
July 23 · 1 hr 29 min
The Odyssey: Penelope's 108 Suitors Bachelorette Contest (w/ James Adomian, Hillary Matthews)
While Odysseus was on his hero's journey his wife Penelope was left at home and forced to stave off one hundred and eight suitors including George Clooney, Sam Smith, Sisyphus, Elon Musk, Graham Platner, Jamie Kennedy, a giant, Christoher Nolan, Achilles, Big Ben from 60 Day Fiancé, and many more. Unlock the BONUS SCENE(S) at improv4humans.com and gain access to every episode of i4h, all ad-free, as well as TONS of exclusive new podcasts delving deeper into improv, the history of comedy, music and sci-fi. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
July 16 · 1 hr 10 min
Musical Guest: Dylan Earl with Ian Roberts, Brian Huskey and Seth Morris
Arkansas Country artist Dylan Earl serenades the podcast for some unforgettable scenes. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
July 9 · 1 hr 8 min
Classic Re-Release: Episode 111 - Doug Levison, The Angry Trumpet Guy (Paul Rust, Sean Conroy, Billy Merritt)
i4h classic rerelease! Paul Rust, Sean Conroy, and Billy Merritt join Matt Besser for a monumental improv4humans where they hear from Doug Levison aka the angry trumpet fight guy in another edition of Case Closed. Plus, Matt will soon be immortalized in trading card form! Unlock the BONUS SCENE(S) at improv4humans.com and gain access to every episode of i4h, all ad-free, as well as TONS of exclusive new podcasts delving deeper into improv, the history of comedy, music and sci-fi. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
July 2 · 1 hr 12 min
Del Close Marathon 2026 (w/ Carl Tart, Tami Sagher, Jon Gabrus, Anthony Atamanuik, Sean Conroy, Joe Wengert, Danielle Schneider)
Improv4humans returns to NYC to celebrate the Del Close Marathon with ketamine doctor deejays; KobraKai mom cults; and you won't believe who the "snake guy"! Unlock the BONUS SCENE(S) at improv4humans.com and gain access to every episode of i4h, all ad-free, as well as TONS of exclusive new podcasts delving deeper into improv, the history of comedy, music and sci-fi. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
June 25 · 1 hr
NYT Puzzle Cheaters (w/ James Mannion, Molly Kiernan, Jack Brown)
Capitol One Cafe vs Starbucks Bank; teenage scorekeepers don't pay attention; video game profiles for sale; stairs for dogs prescription; New York Times puzzle cheaters exposed; work at home live in business dentist; remembering places you've never been. Unlock the BONUS SCENE(S) at improv4humans.com and gain access to every episode of i4h, all ad-free, as well as TONS of exclusive new podcasts delving deeper into improv, the history of comedy, music and sci-fi. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
June 18 · 1 hr 19 min
Uhaul My Ass to Prom (w/ Jessica McKenna, Zach Reino)
Prom-posals; all syrup, no soda extortion; Dryads' big wish; pinball dad; sheen subscription; freestyle Coke machines; Vegas sphere schools; Christopher Robin's blustery baseball story. Unlock the BONUS SCENE(S) at improv4humans.com and gain access to every episode of i4h, all ad-free, as well as TONS of exclusive new podcasts delving deeper into improv, the history of comedy, music and sci-fi. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
June 11 · 1 hr 11 min
Brick Yr Phone (w/ Echo Kellum, Sebastian Conelli)
House on Jaden Smith's head for sale; secret skinny dipping spot disrupted; measuring it in cm; carving block birthday pass; eggs: whites vs yolks; hogging public art fight; Copenhagen flight for heavy sweaters. Unlock the BONUS SCENE(S) at improv4humans.com and gain access to every episode of i4h, all ad-free, as well as TONS of exclusive new podcasts delving deeper into improv, the history of comedy, music and sci-fi. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
June 4 · 1 hr 23 min
Footloose For FIFA (w/ Jeff Hiller, Lennon Parham)
Cult recruiting; TSA rules; no breast pumps or waffle irons; cheekbones that cut glass; skating rink love; Bon Jovi vs Jesus when living on a prayer; and no pinching tips. Unlock the BONUS SCENE(S) at improv4humans.com and gain access to every episode of i4h, all ad-free, as well as TONS of exclusive new podcasts delving deeper into improv, the history of comedy, music and sci-fi. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
May 28 · 1 hr 18 min
Foot Models (w/ Betsy Sodaro, Mano Agapion)
American Girl doll foot model; A.I. complimenting breasts; Madonna/Sabrina WWYD; Muppets marrying human scandal; crying at wedding vows; Halloween stores vs Valentines Day stores; Jesus miracle options for you. Unlock the BONUS SCENE(S) at improv4humans.com and gain access to every episode of i4h, all ad-free, as well as TONS of exclusive new podcasts delving deeper into improv, the history of comedy, music and sci-fi. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
May 21 · 1 hr 24 min
Formula One Kit Kat (w/ Oscar Montoya, Toni Charline)
Formula One Kit Kat heist; French taze Australian DJ making amazing mix; Rasputin privates museum; brave with bees; not enough alliteration; Smash! I.P.; Off Broadway good news bad news for Boney M! Unlock the BONUS SCENE(S) at improv4humans.com and gain access to every episode of i4h, all ad-free, as well as TONS of exclusive new podcasts delving deeper into improv, the history of comedy, music and sci-fi. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
May 14 · 1 hr 13 min
Oily Boxers Inside (w/ Craig Cackowski, Don Fanelli)
The way to San Jose; dick looks-like circuit; starting a token conspiracy; bear safety shit; candy twig diet. Unlock the BONUS SCENE(S) at improv4humans.com and gain access to every episode of i4h, all ad-free, as well as TONS of exclusive new podcasts delving deeper into improv, the history of comedy, music and sci-fi. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
May 7 · 1 hr 14 min
Terry Klein, Jackson Emmer & the Grackles (Danielle Schneider, Mookie Blaiklock)
Terry Klein and Jackson Emmer share their songs with lyrics that inspire scenes of old man knowledge of Nirvana shirts; the new Beetles on TikTok; grackles acting a fool; teenage masseuses; I Used To Be Cool; This Too Shall Pass; Jericho's Diamonds; All Hat No Cattle. Unlock the BONUS SCENE(S) at improv4humans.com and gain access to every episode of i4h, all ad-free, as well as TONS of exclusive new podcasts delving deeper into improv, the history of comedy, music and sci-fi. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
April 30 · 1 hr 8 min
Inside the Hu-Man-O-Sphere (w/ Lily Sullivan, Seth Morris)
Looksmaxxing; "Neighbors" elephant in the room illegally; shitty inspector; professional line stander; Connecticut mountain lion conspiracy; melting Vanilla Ice caps; Call My Daddy podcast controversy. Unlock the BONUS SCENE(S) at improv4humans.com and gain access to every episode of i4h, all ad-free, as well as TONS of exclusive new podcasts delving deeper into improv, the history of comedy, music and sci-fi. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
April 23 · 1 hr 18 min
420 Special 2026 (John Gemberling, Jon Gabrus)
Annual celebration of our favorite plant where perpendicularity rules the future; apocalypse yachts; Trump prediction market; please say yes! Unlock the BONUS SCENE(S) at improv4humans.com and gain access to every episode of i4h, all ad-free, as well as TONS of exclusive new podcasts delving deeper into improv, the history of comedy, music and sci-fi. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
April 16 · 1 hr 28 min
Pay the Gold Thong Tax Man ( Colton Dunn, Amad Adumer)
Nudist gold digger "Neighbors"; Horns down Sweet 16 report; Candy McCains; Republicans in improv class; asking women if due; tax prep on the down low for favors conspiracy. Unlock the BONUS SCENE(S) at improv4humans.com and gain access to every episode of i4h, all ad-free, as well as TONS of exclusive new podcasts delving deeper into improv, the history of comedy, music and sci-fi. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
April 9 · 1 hr 16 min
Join the Ring Web ( w/ Sean Conroy, Pam Murphy)
Can't burn your crowd work; dog jerky scandal; ice cream with mommy; parking lot comedy; k-nigits & knights; anti ear shield bullets; Trojan horsing; bullying skills difficulties. Unlock the BONUS SCENE(S) at improv4humans.com and gain access to every episode of i4h, all ad-free, as well as TONS of exclusive new podcasts delving deeper into improv, the history of comedy, music and sci-fi. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
April 2 · 1 hr 6 min
Sink Hole Heroes (w/ Will Hines, Ian Roberts)
Will Hines starts to fade away; WWYD in sink hole event; intramural basketball band nerds; poop shame book deal; do not fly list do's & don'ts; Hagar the Horrible sees future tragic events; jumping frog competition; first part of a long walk; first film directors making audiences clinically insane. Unlock the BONUS SCENE(S) at improv4humans.com and gain access to every episode of i4h, all ad-free, as well as TONS of exclusive new podcasts delving deeper into improv, the history of comedy, music and sci-fi. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
March 26 · 58 min
Public Domain Yoda ( w/ Anthony Atamanuik, Ben Rodgers)
The Bobby D Experiment vs Jamie K Experiment; M Shannon led REM; Fingers make love symbol training; VR addicted parents; Lee Greenwood mini Bible w/ YMCA song; burner accounts. Unlock the BONUS SCENE(S) at improv4humans.com and gain access to every episode of i4h, all ad-free, as well as TONS of exclusive new podcasts delving deeper into improv, the history of comedy, music and sci-fi. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
March 19 · 1 hr 24 min

improv4humans with Matt Besser

Borrowed Toilet Snakes (w/ John Gemberling, Aman Adumer)

Laugh Kookaburra Laugh (w/ Colton Dunn, Joel Spence)

The Odyssey: Penelope's 108 Suitors Bachelorette Contest (w/ James Adomian, Hillary Matthews)

Musical Guest: Dylan Earl with Ian Roberts, Brian Huskey and Seth Morris

Classic Re-Release: Episode 111 - Doug Levison, The Angry Trumpet Guy (Paul Rust, Sean Conroy, Billy Merritt)

Del Close Marathon 2026 (w/ Carl Tart, Tami Sagher, Jon Gabrus, Anthony Atamanuik, Sean Conroy, Joe Wengert, Danielle Schneider)

NYT Puzzle Cheaters (w/ James Mannion, Molly Kiernan, Jack Brown)

Uhaul My Ass to Prom (w/ Jessica McKenna, Zach Reino)

Brick Yr Phone (w/ Echo Kellum, Sebastian Conelli)

Footloose For FIFA (w/ Jeff Hiller, Lennon Parham)

Foot Models (w/ Betsy Sodaro, Mano Agapion)

Formula One Kit Kat (w/ Oscar Montoya, Toni Charline)

Oily Boxers Inside (w/ Craig Cackowski, Don Fanelli)

Terry Klein, Jackson Emmer & the Grackles (Danielle Schneider, Mookie Blaiklock)

Inside the Hu-Man-O-Sphere (w/ Lily Sullivan, Seth Morris)

420 Special 2026 (John Gemberling, Jon Gabrus)

Pay the Gold Thong Tax Man ( Colton Dunn, Amad Adumer)

Join the Ring Web ( w/ Sean Conroy, Pam Murphy)

Sink Hole Heroes (w/ Will Hines, Ian Roberts)

Public Domain Yoda ( w/ Anthony Atamanuik, Ben Rodgers)