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
"Lifting Up Other Voices" with Morgan Heyward of Illuminate Theatre
In this episode of Dare to be Human we talk with Morgan Heyward who created Illuminate Theater, a monthly event that spotlights performers of color in the Capital District. After writing and performi…
"Reflection and Discovery through Story" with Micaela Blei, Ph.D.
In this marvelous episode with Micaela "The Other Baby" Blei, Ph.D. we explore what it means to fail early and to build frameworks to manage anxiety and risk. We discuss the power that stories have t…
"The Mindful Improviser" with Ted Des Maisons
As we all become more tangled by technology in the now, we discuss practicing mindfulness with an expert on the subject, Ted Des Maisons. From the difference between presence and mindfulness, eastern…
"Raising Your Voice" with Amy Veltman
Amy Veltman shares life lessons in being human from her budding stand-up comedy career. A veteran of the improv world, we also discuss what it really means (and what our goals are) when we "celebrate…
"Rewriting your Personal Scripts" with Jeff Katzman and Dan O'Connor
Kat and Alex are joined by Jeff Katzman, M.D. and Dan O'Connor the authors of the book Life Unscripted: Using Improv Principles to Get Unstuck, Boost Confidence, and Transform Your Life. They discuss…
"Superhero Trainer" with Matthew Dicks
Kat and Alex discuss the art and power of storytelling with a master of the craft, Matthew Dicks. A voice you may recognize from The Moth Radio, he's a 39-time Moth StorySLAM champion and 6-time Gran…
"Playing in the Boardroom" with Janet Tanguay
Kat and Livia talk with our friend Janey Tanguay! Janet has been a fixture in the Capital Region's business community for years and has helped many people turn their business ideas into business real…
"Goats are Great!" with Mary Darcy
Kat is joined by one of our newest members and favorite humans, Mary Darcy! Mary shares a Dare to Be Human Story about celebrating failure and discovering that there can be gifts in our mistakes if w…
"Standing Up on the Bus" with Livia Armstrong
Alex is joined by Livia Armstrong as she shares a Dare to be Human Story about speaking up on public transportation. We discuss stepping out of your comfort zone, group dynamics, and creating the wor…
"From Away..." - Introducing Michael Burns
Alex is joined by Michael Burns (The Artistic Director and Co-Owner of Mopco Improv Theatre) as he shares a Dare to be Human Story about sailing in Maine. We discuss the power of daring to name the o…
Introducing Season 2 - New Guests and New Humans!
We're starting our second season of Dare to Be Human! We've got some fantastic guests to tell you about and some amazing new members of our team to introduce you to! Look for more bonus episodes com…
"Practice Your Game Face" - An Interview with Melissa Jones Briggs
Kat and Alex have a wonderful conversation with Melissa on a range of topics. We discuss the class Acting with Power, the impact it has on her students and the first time she taught it. Melissa shar…
"Applied Improvisation" - An Interview with Theresa Robbins Dudeck and Caitlin McClure
Kat and Alex speak with Theresa Robbins Dudeck and Caitlin McClure the co-editors of the new book Applied Improvisation: Leading, Collaborating, and Creating Beyond the Theatre. This is an incredibl…
"Finding Connections" - Exploring Improv as Therapy
Kat and Alex explore improv's therapeutic properties and why we're hearing more and more about improv's ability to help treat social anxiety, depression and more. We explore what therapy is, what's …
"Understanding the Power You Have" with Carmen Duncan
In this episode Kat sits down for an interview with Carmen Duncan. Carmen is the founder, head coach and CEO of Mission Accomplished, an organization that helps aspiring young professionals prepare f…
"Are Your Crying or Yawning?" - Stories or Growing Up Human
In this episode we learn more about our intrepid hosts as they share personal stories inspired by their mantra: Dare to be Human. From their first experiences with improv, to framing siblings, defyin…
"A Charging Lion with a Cask of Whiskey" An Interview with Tobey Fitch
Tobey Fitch is a longtime pal, colleague and mentor to our very own Kat Koppett. He is the president and founder of Fitch Associates, a leadership and strategy consultancy, which works with all the c…
Who Tells Us Who We Are? - An Improviser's Guide to Being Human
Welcome to the first episode of Dare to Be Human!
In this first episode you'll meet your hosts Kat and Alex as they discuss the performance of you! How and why do we inhibit our choices of how we show…