Open the Curtains
Join Derek Luetjen and Zach Robins as they take a look behind the curtains of the Orange County comedy Community and beyond to discuss their guest’s inspiration for performing, mental health issues, and everything in between. Zach is a Psychotherapist, improviser, and open neurotic. Derek is a long-time staple in the comedy community and an unapologetic optimist. As the ADHD flows like wine, listen as the two barely stay on topic while interviewing fantastic guests from the community.
(Nothing discussed on this podcast of this is meant to be medical advice or a professional diagnosis.)
More info on Zach can be found at ZachRobinsTherapy.com.
You can follow Derek on all social media platforms at dereksdumbhobbies.
- Update frequency
- every 10 days
- Average duration
- 93 minutes
- Episodes
- 46
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
Riley MacKay
This week, we have a wonderful talk with the iconic Riley MacKay! We talk about her psychology studies, getting started in musical theater, and how to be cool (Finally!).
Jake Thornburg
A wild Jake Thornburg appears! On this episode, we talk about polyamorism, chronic illnesses, and sticking it to the man.
Enrique Gomez
This week we talk to Enrique Gomez! (Fps, Pirate Shanty Night, sketch comedy) We discuss feeling lost, thrifting and theater classes in college.
Jeremy Law
On this week's episode, we talk with the excellent Jeremy Law. He's charming, funny and has been doing improv for a long time. There is lots of great advice about living a creative life and becoming …
Garren Miller
This week we have Garren Miller on the pod! We talk about things like working in "the industry," bad doctors and pursuing a passion.
Richard Martinez
Owner of the Playful Stage in Long Beach California, Richard Martinez joins us to discuss starting a theater, uncertainty and pursuing passion.
Steve Malsam
This week, Steve Malsam is in the booth! In this episode, we discuss feeling ugly, leaving the midwest, and dating.
Bryce Verket
This week on the pod we welcome Bryce Verket! In this episode, we talk about how mentors shape you, getting diagnosed, and being your best self.
Erik Escobar
Stand up comedian and imrpovisor Erik Escobar joins us! We talk about traveling for comedy, raising a family and writing jokes.
Joseph Adam Dunn
Improv practitioner Adam Dunn is on the pod! On this episode, we talk about moving around a lot, making bold character choices, and alcoholism.
Devin Dugan
This week we have on Devin Dugan! Owner of Improv City in Tustin. We have a great chat about the history of comedy, running a theater and writing books.
Tivoli Jensen
This week on the pod we have Tivoli! We talk about her history with beauty pagents, being a mom and depression.
Alex Lee
Alex Lee is on the pod! We talk about dissecting a whale, feeling lonely and
Whale dissection talk
0:00- 13:53
Improv Talk
13:53-End
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Asic Khatchatryan
This week on the pod we talk to improv veteran Asic Khatchatryan! We discuss anxiety, rock climbing and taking advice from peers.
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Edwin Trovada
Improvisor and Stand up performer Edwin Trovada is on the pod! We talk about low self-esteem, divorce, and chronic illnesses.
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Julie Hocking
This week we interview Julie Hocking! We discuss horse gymnastics, getting sober, and making life changes.
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Juan Velasco
With an improv background spanning over 2 decades, Juan is a world traveler, a coach, and a wonderful interviewee!
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Holly Beightol
On this week's episode, we talk to Holly Beightol! She has been improvising/performing for decades. We talk about transitioning, acceptance, and chasing your fears.
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Redda Talhouni
This week we interview Redda Talhouni! A wonderfully talented performer in both Stand up and Improv. We talk about escaping being hunted,
Improv talk starts at 17:30
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Joe Salas
On this week's episode, we talk to Joe Salas! We discuss social anxiety, traveling for improv, and dementia
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