Episode

Yes, Also - Matt Walsh

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Yes, Also
Published
Jan 27, 2026
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3484
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Summary

Matt Walsh ( Veep, co-founder of UCB ) talks about his early Chicago days, using improv to write narrative musicals, his approach to character, making concessions for the sake of comedy, pushing vs. following, "responsible" improv, subversive comedy, the origin and history of UCB, perspective-driven games, how they developed the UCB manual, top of intelligence play, the importance of experimentation, and more! Access to double the content and other perks at yesalso.supercast.com ! Subscribe on YT: https://www.youtube.com/@YesAlsoPodcast Follow us on instagram @yesalsopod or on TikTok @yes.also.pod Email your ideas and questions: [email protected] Host: Suzi Barrett Producer: Ryan Rosenberg Audio/Video Editor: Brian Kessler Marketing: Britt Faye