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Zenprov

Zenprov

Chicago Improv Associates

Marshall Stern and Nancy Howland Walker host a series of podcasts about the art of Improvisational Acting in general and Zenprov, how Zen thought relates and helps you as an actor, in particular.
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Zenprov episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Zenprov for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Zenprov episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Zenprov - 53. Zenprov: Actor/Character
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01/11/14 • 27 min

In a scene we want and audience to see only the character but the actor must be present as well if in a diminished backstage way. This balance which must be struck between the improviser, the character and the ultimate Actor is the topic of this Episode.

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Zenprov - 52. Zenprov: Longest Form Of Them All
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07/15/13 • 31 min

In that past we have discussed short form improv and long form improv. Today we are discussing the longest form of improv there is, an Improvised Life!

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Zenprov - 50. Zenprov: Emotions
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07/09/12 • 31 min

Last Podcast we revealed our Unified Field Theory of Zenprov which cebters around using emotion as a doorway to the Source. Since then we have taught workshops in the UK and have learned some lessons about emotions we are sharing in this podcast. This marks the beginning of an exploration into the world of Emotion looked at in a new light that will transform your performance and your life.

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Zenprov - 48. Zenprov: Creativity and Ego
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08/06/11 • 31 min

Studies find that people are more creative when they are performing a task for others. Can this be because their ego is not engaged? We explore this and other issues in an exploration of the role of the ego in the creative process.

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Zenprov - 55. Zenprov: The Dharma of Improv
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05/07/14 • 31 min

The core of Zen Buddhist thought is the Four Noble Truths and the Noble eightfold path which get very specific about the characteristics you need to develop in yourself for a succesful life. They also happen to apply ver well to improv as well as you will find out when you listen to this episode.

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Zenprov - 57. Zenprov: The True Self
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03/11/15 • 28 min

Understanding the Nature of the True Self as opposed to remaining stuck in your ego is the key to solving any number of issues in your performance and your life. In this Episode Nancy and Marshall explore the ins and outs of accessing the Source of Genius by becoming who you really are.

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Zenprov - 38.Zenprov : The Finger and The Moon
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03/24/10 • 31 min

We are back after a long hiatus due to health issues with an episode about the difference between direct experiential living and the mode of thought that keeps us living in an ongoing narration of our lives. Of course we also deal with how this relates to your performance of Improv as well as your life. The parable of the finger and the moon are used to illustrate this point.

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Zenprov - 37.Zenprov : Hospital Zen
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12/24/09 • 28 min

With Marshall having had a small heart attack and facing a risky third bypass operation, we take this situation and opportunity to talk about Zen in action and how it works in practice. Even with all of that it is still connected to the art of Improv. http://www.ChicagoImprovAssociates.com
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The Zen approach to Teaching and Directing have in common, the goal of guiding actors to the Source of Genius. In this Episode, Marshall and Nancy discuss Zen Teaching methods and philosophies and talk in depth about the realities and potential pitfalls to be avoided whether you are teaching, directing or performing or all three at once.

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Zenprov - 54. Zenprov: Preparation
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02/12/14 • 36 min

In this episode we discuss short term (right before the show) and long term (for rehearsals and in daily life) things you can do to prepare and improve your performance and of course, most importantly your life. We have a lot of practical exercises in this one.

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FAQ

How many episodes does Zenprov have?

Zenprov currently has 50 episodes available.

What topics does Zenprov cover?

The podcast is about Actor, Acting, Buddha, Improv, Comedy, Podcasts, Philosophy, Arts and Performing Arts.

What is the most popular episode on Zenprov?

The episode title '63. Zenprov: Trumprov' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Zenprov?

The average episode length on Zenprov is 33 minutes.

How often are episodes of Zenprov released?

Episodes of Zenprov are typically released every 40 days, 23 hours.

When was the first episode of Zenprov?

The first episode of Zenprov was released on Jan 15, 2008.

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