Improv is Dead is a weekly comedy show hosted by Tim Lyons and Damian Anaya, with Dan White named in the show description. Each episode features improvised scenes with guest performers, shaped by post-production effects. With 219 episodes since 2020 and typical runs of 40 to 60 minutes, estimated downloads sit around 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, and sponsorship rates run about $40 to $200 per episode.
Weekly improv comedy with a loyal, highly rated Apple Podcasts audience
- Weekly cadence over more than 200 episodes gives a steady placement schedule.
- 421 Apple ratings averaging 4.9 indicate an engaged listener base.
- Guest-driven format with recognizable comedy performers suits host-read reads.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted improv, guest-driven scene work, narrative sketch
- Tone
- playful, irreverent
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 38 to 50 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- Yes
The feed lists a Patreon funding link for bonus episodes, Discord access and premium content, and no sponsor mentions appear in the last 20 episode titles.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
The feed is flagged explicit and the description refers to comedy perversions, with titles such as 'Night of the Living Polycule' and 'Toilet Boy'.
We classify content, never people. No age, gender, ethnicity, religion or political views are inferred about the creator. Audience figures are estimates unless marked verified. Creators can correct anything on their profile.
Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.patreon.com/fudgecast |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1530093214 |
| RSS feed | feeds.captivate.fm/improvisdead/ |
Benchmark score: 88 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| De-Aged at the Cheese'n'Charlies with Ariel Sinah and Lawrence Collerd | 2026-10-13 | 48 min |
| Night of the Living Polycule with Cadence Messier and Grace Goze | 2026-10-06 | 46 min |
| Scenes to Make You Scream Pt. 2 | 2026-09-29 | 1 h 9 min |
| Scenes to Make You Scream Pt. 1 | 2026-09-22 | 2 h 6 min |
| Gator World with Kyle Bethea (Re-Released & Unlocked!) | 2026-09-15 | 43 min |
| Total Brain Burp with George Elrod and Laurel Krabacher | 2026-09-08 | 39 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 6 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
Improv is Dead is an immersive comedy podcast hosted by Damian Anaya, Tim Lyons, and Dan White. Every week we chat 'n prov, then apply some slick post-production effects, to create a totally unique show where all of their biggest comedy perversions freely penetrate your gentle, delicate ears. Support the pod! For bonus episodes, access to our Discord and more premium content join our Patreon at…
About Improv is Dead
Improv is Dead is a comedy podcast hosted by Tim Lyons and Damian Anaya, with Dan White named in the show description. The show features improvised scenes with rotating guest performers, layered with post-production effects, and the feed describes it as an immersive comedy format. The feed lists the show as explicit.
The show publishes weekly, with 219 episodes in the feed and a typical runtime of 38 to 50 minutes. Apple Podcasts shows 421 ratings with an average of 4.9. Listener figures are estimates: roughly 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, mostly from the United States. No sponsors are named in the feed, and the show funds itself through a Patreon page.
The show suits comedy, entertainment and streaming brands that accept explicit content. A host-read mid-roll is estimated at about $40 to $200 per episode, based on the estimated download range.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Improv is Dead can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Improv is Dead
How much does Improv is Dead charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on estimated downloads of 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at about $40 to $200 per episode. Rates depend on the final package and placement.
What is Improv is Dead about?
Improv is Dead is a weekly comedy podcast in which hosts and guest performers create improvised scenes, layered with post-production effects. The show is explicit and has run since 2020.
How do I contact Improv is Dead about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked.
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