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The Upright Citizens Brigade Comedy Improvisation Manual is a comprehensive guide to the UCB style of long form comedy improvisation. Written by UCB founding members Matt Besser, Ian Roberts, and Matt Walsh, the manual covers everything from the basics of two person scene work (with a heavy emphasis on finding "the game" of the scene), to the complexities of working within an ensemble to perform long form structures, such as "The Harold" and "The Movie".

They say you can’t teach stand-up comedy, but you can certainly give a lot of good advice. In the Recorded Books Original 28 Stand-Ups, the best stand-up comedians in the business share tips of the trade and full-fledged stories to impart the lessons they learned treading the boards, hitting the road, and of course, on occasion, bombing.

Recoded Oct 3, 2025 Ski Utah is the state wide marketing group for 15 Utah ski resorts. Known for its "Greatest Snow on Earth" and convenient access via the Salt Lake City airport, it's easy to get to ski resorts like Alta without having to maneuver a mountain pass. And you can take the Trax transportation system from the airport to the city center. There's also a Salt Lake City "Ski Bus" to get you directory to four of Utah's larger ski areas' main entrances. Alison Palmintere, Ski Utah's Media Director, reports on the highlights of what is happening for winter 2025-26 in Utah in this ...

Recorded October 3rd, 2025. Town Square Inns in Jackson Hole boasts more than 400 rooms in four properties that are located in downtown Jackson Hole WY. They have a room for every budget. The four properties are The 49er Inn and Suites, Antler Inn, Cowboy Village Resort and Elk Country Inn. All are in walking distance to bars, restaurants, museums and galleries. In winter there are free shuttles to comfortably take you 12 miles to the Jackson Hole Ski Resort (JHMR). Also in winter, free breakfast is included for guests staying at The 49er, Cowboy Village, and Elk Country Inn. The company ...

Stephen Morgan, the Managing Director for the Boston Snowbound Expo, www.snowboundexpo.com, describes to Podcaster Dave Leonardi the many family activities and other events, including a great list of speakers. The expo takes place Nov 3-5, 2023 at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center in the Seaport Harbor area of Boston. For more details, visit www.snowboundexpo.com For big discounts on tickets for the show, use the code "SENDIT2023" on the tickets page on their website.

The Oilfield 360 Podcast is the premier Oil and Gas podcast giving our listeners unique insight into the leadership of this great industry. We will be talking to industry leaders, disrupters, and thought leaders who will give their knowledge and tips to our audience. Whether Upstream, Midstream, or Downstream; E&P or Private Equity; Hydraulic Fracturing or Subsea; Drilling or Production; Topside or Downhole, Safety or HR, we have this industry covered in all 360 degrees.

Tim Saunders and Jim Jackson join the new guy Todd Fedoruk in this episode hosted by Always Upright Podcaster Dave "Sign Man" Leonardi. The group discuss past Flyers broadcasters and the outlook for the 2023-24 Flyers' season. The group have fun welcoming the radio "rookie" Fedoruk to the team. Brian Boucher, TV analyst and legend Steve Coates will join a podcast later this season. Listen and enjoy.

Welcome to The IT Crowd Podcast, your go-to resource for industry news, IT consulting, cybersecurity, telecommunications, backup and recovery systems, and management and business consulting - all in one place. With an unmatched reach from top to bottom, our podcast connects business owners from leaders of highly notable corporations and tech entrepreneurs, to start-ups looking to build their network. Join us for expert insights and discussions across multiple industries, empowering you to make strategic IT decisions and drive your business forward.

Owned by the Schaefer family, Catamount and Berkshire East ski areas had a busy summer with infrastructure projects. Both are near the Massachusetts-New York border. Berkshire East also upgraded their mountain experience with a high speed detachable quad. Assistant G.M. Dave Kulis once again informs Always Upright podcast listeners on these two fine areas in his 2023-24 update episode with Dave Leonardi SKIER NEWS Publisher and Podcaster. www.catamountski.com and www.berkshireeast.com

Dave Leonardi, SKIER NEWS Publisher and Always Podcaster, interviews Gary Kline Marketing Director for an update of his 2022-23 episode with a review of the past season and a "what's new" for 2023-24. Located near Macungie PA, it is nearby to Philadelphia as well as the Lehigh Valley. The two discuss the winter activities plus other seasonal activities at this four season resort, convention center and wedding venue. For more, after the podcast, visit: www.bcmountainresort.com

Spencer Long, Marketing and Area Sales Manager at Mountain Modern Motel in downtown Jackson, Wyoming, discusses their recently added 59 lodging opportunities from Suites to various sleeping accommodations to total 194 rooms. With restaurants at the property or within a few blocks walk to the famous Jackson Town Square, MMM is in the middle of it all. The property has Jackson Hole Mountain Resort shuttles in winter, no need to rent a car after your 9 mile cab ride from the airport. This property is your basecamp for all the adventures that await you in the Jackson, WY area. Whether you prefer ...

Holiday Inn Express in Lincoln NH is an award winning property that is conveniently located off of I-93 Exit 32, mile marker 100. It is nearby to four White Mountain ski resorts plus there are other winter and summer attractions within walking distance. G.M. Amir Khasanov discusses the recent remodel of the hotel and all its amenities. Recorded for winter 2022-23. www.hielincoln.com

Always Upright (AU), SKIER NEWS' podcast interviews Phil Laws. At the time Laws was Senior VP and General Manager of Philadelphia's Wells Fargo Center. In mid 2023 he was promoted to President. Phil reveals the many behind the scenes operations involved in producing a major sporting event or show, sometimes in the same day. Much more is included in discussing the overseeing of this 20,000 seat arena from the scoreboard to the parking lot in this intriguing episode. Recorded Dec. 20, 2022.

Eric Seymour from Jackson Hole Mountain Resort provides great insight into the deep early snow that provided an outstanding opening for their 2022-23 season. Eric, interviewed by SKIER NEWS Publisher and Always Upright Podcaster, Dave Leonardi, also discusses Jackson's new high-speed quad, many fun events and their Golden Ticket 50% lift ticket discount. Eric describes JHMR's varied terrain including their legendary chute "Corbet's Couloir" off of the top of their 4,139 vertical foot tram. He also discusses the resort's groomed trails, events, scenic views and great early December 2022 snow. ...

Jackson's Town Square Inns are just six short blocks, walking distance, to the famous Jackson's Town Square, shops, galleries, bars and restaurants. Town Square Inns comprise four properties. They are the Antler Inn, Elk Country Inn, The 49er Inn and Suites and Cowboy Village Resort. These family owned properties have 400 room choices and can fit any family budget, group or individual traveler's need. They are greatly maintained and upgraded often. Take your pick of any room type, add free daily shuttles to Jackson Hole Mountain Resort and you are set for a great ski vacation. Steve Meadows, ...

Pitching legend John Smoltz played 22 MLB seasons, 21 with the Atlanta Braves. He was a 1995 World Series champion and the 1996 Cy Young Award winner. In 2001, after Tommy John surgery, he became a reliever for four years. Smoltz is only the 2nd pitcher in history to have a 20 win season and a 50 saves season. He is also the only pitcher in MLB to amass 200 wins and 150 saves in his career. Listen to John's episode as he also discusses baseball and the American Century Championship. Recorded July 13, 2023.

Park City Peaks Hotel in Park City, UT is conveniently located on the city's free bus route. In winter they also have shuttle to the nearby ski resorts. This recently remodeled hotel also has it own Italian restaurant, Versante, which also has become popular with locals as well as the hotel guests. With a large outdoor pool, indoor hot tub and a gym that is outfitted for your next workout. Voted 2023 Trraveler's Choice Hotel by Trip Advisor, this hotel is also ready for your next meeting or event. www.parkcitypeaks.com

This number one draft pick by the Houston Texans in 2002 played QB for 11 seasons in the NFL. As a backup to Eli Manning in 2011 he was on the Super Bowl winning NY Giants. Now an analyst on the NFL network, Carr discusses growing up in nearby Fresno, CA and his love for the Tahoe area. Recorded July 16, 2023.

Jayson Werth played on four MLB teams, Toronto, LA Dodgers, Washington Nationals and the Philadelphia Phillies where he helped lead them the to a World Series Championship in 2008. In their defending 2009 Series vs the Yankees he hit seven home runs but the Phils lost the Series in six games. He was a fan favorite wherever he played.

Jay DeMarcus, formerly of Rascal Flatts and Jason Scheff, former lead singer for Chicago, each describe working together on their new project "Generation Radio." The two formed the new band as Covid started. Later they released their first album titled "Generation Radio" with a second album in the works. Log on to www.generationradio.com to view great videos.