Dare to Be Human
In our uncertain, unscripted world how do we Dare to be Human? How can we become more aware of how we show up in our lives moment to moment? How can we expand our range of options? Hosts Kat and Livia will explore human identity, performance, and connection in each episode through the lenses of applied improv, storytelling, psychology, and more!
- Update frequency
- every 18 days
- Average duration
- 56 minutes
- Episodes
- 58
- Years Active
- 2018 - 2022
So Glad You're Here! with Chris Esparza
Meet Koppett's new VP of Leadership and Culture, Chris Esparza. Chris shares his dare to be human story on transition and the humanity of change and we discuss yes, and-ing with joy, the multidimensi…
Start by Noticing with Kathleen McLean
Educator, social worker, writer, and President/CEO of the McLean Group, Kathleen McLean, joins us to discuss the power of noticing and asking “why” in the context of equity, power, and purpose. Kath…
Joyful Chaos with Teresa Robbins Dudeck and Caitlin McClure
We welcome back Theresa Robbins Dudeck and Caitlin McClure to discuss their new book The Applied Improvisation Mindset: Tools for Transforming Organizations and Communities. Theresa and Caitlin share…
Splashing in a Teaspoon with Patti Stiles
World-renowned actor, teacher, improviser, director, author, and playwright Patti Stiles joins us to talk about her new book Improvise Freely: Throw Away the Rulebook and Unleash Your Creativity. Pat…
Becoming Unlonely with Jeff Katzman M.D. and Dan O'Connor
Authors of Life Unscripted: Using Improv Principles to Get Unstuck, Boost Confidence, and Transform Your Life and DTBH veterans, Jeff Katzman M.D. and Dan O'Connor join us to discuss their new book E…
But One Day, We Taught All Our Children Theatre...with Kenn Adams
What do two classic improv performance games (Sit, Stand, Kneel and Family Dinner) and the world-famous Story Spine have in common? Kenn Adams! Our guest this week is the Artistic Director of Synergy…
Seeing What You Saw for the First Time: Corey Rosen on choices, resiliency, and POV
Corey Rosen, author of Your Story, Well Told joins Kat and Livia.
As much of the USA transitions out of pandemic mode, life becomes all about adapting to the "new normal." From his unique perspecti…
What is Positive Psychology Anyway? with Shannon Polly
If the words "positive psychology" make you think of a mashup of canned affirmations and shallow optimism, you aren't alone. But in this episode, Shannon Polly, coach, theatre person, trainer, facil…
50th Episode! Timey-Wimey; Spacey-Wacey: Michael Burns and Mopco's 25th Anniversary
Michael Burns is Kat's husband and the Artistic Director of our improvisational theatre company, The Mop & Bucket Co (mopco.org). Michael joins Kat and Livia to celebrate our 50th episode AND the 25t…
Improv Nerdology with Joe Bill
Self-described improv nerd (and renowned improv performer and teacher) Joe Bill talks shop with Kat and Livia.
Be forewarned, there's a fair amount of inside baseball in this one--if you aren't an im…
Make Another Damn Pie! Dr. Cara Ocobock
Can you find a living point of connection between powerlifting, Laplandic reindeer herding, biology and anthropology, damaging gender stereotypes in the sports world, and improv? We can! Her name is…
How Much is Too Much? Tom Floyd on Transparency, Feedback and Sushi
Tom Floyd's company, Flouracity, creates " space for managers, leaders and other mammals to grow." He comes to this venture after years inside a number of large and wildly successful companies, the m…
Just When You Think You Know Yourself: A conversation with Dr. Charles Silberstein
Charles Silberstein is an esteemed psychiatrist, author, researcher, and fascinating, tireless observer of humanity, his own and others’. He also happens to be Kat's cousin!
In this conversation, Cha…
The Maybe Farmer in the Pandemic World: A conversation with Pam Victor
Our friend Pam Victor, a teacher, writer, entrepreneur (and of course, improvisor) talks with Kat and Livia about her 30 Day Happiness Experiment- and lots of other things. This far-ranging conversa…
Molecules and Meanings: Different Rules Apply. Paul Z. Jackson
Paul Z. Jackson, a founder of the Applied Improv Network, is a journalist, a philosopher, and of course an improviser who came to improv from the from the "offstage world." Paul joins Kat and Livia …
Kevin Eikenberry: Leadership Made Simple
"Thoughts can be fuzzy; words are clear." Some welcome clarity on the qualities of effective leadership with our friend Kevin Eikenberry, a noted expert and innovator in the field of leadership.
Jeanne Lambin and the Ordinary Extraordinary
On Nov. 4th, Kat and Livia, no doubt sleep deprived but happy, had a fascinating conversation with Jeanne Lambin, a creator of many experiences for all kinds of folks. A quiet conversation containing…
Old Dogs, New Learning
Kat and Livia discuss, among other things, learning, play, and the mistaken use of shame in education. WIth a brief cameo appearance by Riggie, Cinnamon, and Chester, the dogs (of varying ages.)
Jeff Mitchell and Kat Koppett facilitate each other!
Kat talks about facilitation with Jeff Mitchell, President of Proteus International. Proteus and Koppett partner on a number of projects, including a series of programs to develop, coach and measure …
Morgan Heyward Returns: Shining Brighter than Ever
Morgan Heyward of Illuminate Theatre returns to update us on her work, her thoughts on the state of the arts at this moment in our national consciousness, and some exciting new opportunities she has …