Corporations Are People Too

In this episode, “Exodus Park” Technical Director Lonnie Larue talks about what it takes to create a realistic, blood-filled religious attraction (hint: it’s mostly magnets). And paparazzo Shed Wimsley of “Underbelly 2.0” discusses how exciting his job is now that drone technology gives him unfettered access to celebrities — plus, he gives us the gossip on which ones are running a “gentle train” on one other. CLICK HERE to view a video version of this podcast on YouTube!   ABOUT THE PERFORMERS Stella Pappas (Lonnie Larue) is an actor, writer and performer originally from Vermont, now based in California. Learn more at www.stella-pappas.com. Brian DeLaBruere (Shed Wimsley) is an improviser and videographer who regularly teaches and performs at Vermont Comedy Club. Check out his video work at www.briandelabruere.com. Nathan Hartswick (Dean Ardenfell) is a comedy performer, teacher, and the co-owner of Vermont Comedy Club in Burlington, VT. This podcast was produced and edited by Sam Kurnit and Nathan Hartswick, with marketing assistance by Adison Eyring, and studio space provided by Local Maverick.   ABOUT THE PODCAST The Corporation is a podcast hosted by Dean Ardenfell (Nathan Hartswick), a superfan of the global corporation “Hogswood Cooper Media.” Each episode, Dean interviews folks who work for the many different subsidiaries of Hogswood Cooper.* * This podcast is improvised satire, “Hogswood Cooper Media” is fictitious, and the “employees“ are comedians. But don’t tell Dean.   SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST * Apple Podcasts * Spotify

In this episode, Grimm Woods, star of the major motion picture “Think of the Children” (DreamSearch Pictures) talks about what it’s like to play Bill Tallard, the real-life hero who has personally saved thousands of trafficked children from the shadowy cabal of Democrats who seek to drain their blood. Plus, Pat Pudsworth, inventor of the self-sufficient coffee system known as “BurnBrew,” discusses what it takes to defeat the negativity of folks who dismiss your cutting-edge technology just because it is “devastating to the environment.” CLICK HERE to view a video version of this podcast on YouTube!   ABOUT THE PERFORMERS Gareth Reynolds (Grimm Woods) is an internationally touring comedian whose brilliantly clever quips perfectly offset Dave Anthony’s hilarious snark on their smash-hit podcast The Dollop, which garners over 5 Million downloads every month. Gareth has written on Arrested Development, Royal Crackers, Flaked, Hoops, You’re the Worst, and Idiotsitter, among many others. He has also appeared on IFC’s Maron.  Luke H. Simmons (Pat Pudsworth) is a standup comedian, writer and filmmaker who has worked for Viacom, College Humor and Spike TV. He is the director of Gareth’s recent “Ga’Riffs, Live!” crowd work special. Nathan Hartswick (Dean Ardenfell) is a comedy performer, teacher, and the co-owner of Vermont Comedy Club in Burlington, VT. Special thanks to Sam Kurnit for editing assistance, Adi Eyring for marketing assistance, and Local Maverick for the studio space.   ABOUT THE PODCAST The Corporation is a podcast hosted by Dean Ardenfell (Nathan Hartswick), a superfan of the global corporation “Hogswood Cooper Media.” Each episode, Dean interviews folks who work for the many different subsidiaries of Hogswood Cooper.* * This podcast is improvised satire, “Hogswood Cooper Media” is fictitious, and the “employees“ are comedians. But don’t tell Dean.   SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST * Apple Podcasts * Spotify * Stitcher

In this episode, Jared Thunk, CEO of “MoonPit, Ltd.,” talks his plan to mine precious metals from the moon (and tells us about the interdimensional friends he has made along the way). Plus, Eddie Swillbone, Head Chef at the award-winning restaurant, “JILT,” explains why he does not suffer fools, his take on deconstructed cuisine, and what “JILT” stands for.   ABOUT THE PERFORMERS Jonny Nelson (Jared Thunk) is an actor and comedian who performed and taught at The Second City, Comedy Sportz, iO and many more. Check out his improv podcast, “Out of Your Head.”  Tim Bridge (Eddie Swillbone) is a standup comedian and improviser who has been a winner of the Vermont’s Funniest Comedian contest. You can find him telling jokes in Austin, TX. Nathan Hartswick (Dean Ardenfell) is a comedy performer, teacher, and the co-owner of Vermont Comedy Club in Burlington, VT.   ABOUT THE PODCAST The Corporation is a podcast hosted by Dean Ardenfell (Nathan Hartswick), a superfan of the global corporation “Hogswood Cooper Media.” Each episode, Dean interviews folks who work for the many different subsidiaries of Hogswood Cooper.* * This podcast is improvised satire, “Hogswood Cooper Media” is fictitious, and the “employees“ are comedians. But don’t tell Dean.   SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST * Apple Podcasts * Spotify * Stitcher

In this episode, Nordstrom Pinkett, finance head of private hospital “Generational Health,” talks about convincing poor sick and injured people to sign up for a high-interest credit card. He also vehemently denies pushing an old lady down the stairs. Plus, ghost writer Devon Peffson of “Write Wing Publishing” discusses his approach to authoring conservative celebrity memoirs. Hint: it involves lying and using illicit drugs.   ABOUT THE PERFORMERS Liam Welsh (Nordstrom Pinkett) is a standup comedian who can be found performing all over New England. He co-hosts “Free Stuff” at Lincoln’s in Burlington, and has previously been a finalist in the Vermont’s Funniest Comedian contest. Jason Gonzalez (Devon Peffson) is an improv comedian and coffee connoisseur who lives in Burlington, VT. His improv duo, “We, Robot,” won the March Madness Two-Prov Tournament at Vermont Comedy Club in 2023. Nathan Hartswick (Dean Ardenfell) is a comedy performer, teacher, and the co-owner of Vermont Comedy Club in Burlington, VT.   ABOUT THE PODCAST The Corporation is a podcast hosted by Dean Ardenfell (Nathan Hartswick), a superfan of the global corporation “Hogswood Cooper Media.” Each episode, Dean interviews folks who work for the many different subsidiaries of Hogswood Cooper.* * This podcast is improvised satire, “Hogswood Cooper Media” is fictitious, and the “employees“ are comedians. But don’t tell Dean.   SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST * Apple Podcasts * Spotify * Stitcher

In this episode, "Yolanda’s Basement" Lead Fashion Designer Jenny Dent talks about her innovative and chic “cigarette pant” and regales us with tales of skeet shooting with Billy Joel. Plus, Lynn Pinsgard, personal golf ball diver for CFO John Pimfred, Jr. talks about growing up in the woods, learning what a pond is, and singing to corvids.   ABOUT THE PERFORMERS Katie Dowling (Jenny Dent) and Justice Gilbert (Lynn Pinsgard) are both hilarious standup, improv and sketch comedians based in Burlington, VT. Nathan Hartswick (Dean Ardenfell) is a comedy performer, teacher, and the co-owner of Vermont Comedy Club in Burlington, VT.   ABOUT THE PODCAST The Corporation is a podcast hosted by Dean Ardenfell (Nathan Hartswick), a superfan of the global corporation “Hogswood Cooper Media.” Each episode, Dean interviews folks who work for the many different subsidiaries of Hogswood Cooper.* * This podcast is improvised satire, “Hogswood Cooper Media” is fictitious, and the “employees“ are comedians. But don’t tell Dean.   SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST * Apple Podcasts * Spotify * Stitcher

In this episode, Fiona Hemstock, an aerial application pilot for “We Go Low Aviation,” talks about what it’s like to be a crop duster, all while confusing films she has seen for her own objective reality (due to all the pesticides she has inhaled). Plus, Danny Frangelico, professional mourner for “Elite Grief,” shares his strategies for performatively grieving for, and simultaneously upstaging, strangers at their own funerals.   ABOUT THE PERFORMERS Sarah Martellaro (Fiona Hemstock) is an LA-based screenwriter and comedic performer who has performed at UCB, Second City, Comedy Sportz and the HBO Women in Comedy Festival. Check her out at SarahMartellaro.com. Aaron Paulsen (Danny Frangelico) is a Vermont-born improviser currently based in Chicago, where he performs on the team Onion River and publishes crosswords. Follow him at scootsbaboo on Twitter and Twitch. Nathan Hartswick (Dean Ardenfell) is a comedy performer, teacher, and the co-owner of Vermont Comedy Club in Burlington, VT.   ABOUT THE PODCAST The Corporation is a podcast hosted by Dean Ardenfell (Nathan Hartswick), a superfan of the global corporation “Hogswood Cooper Media.” Each episode, Dean interviews folks who work for the many different subsidiaries of Hogswood Cooper.* * This podcast is improvised satire, “Hogswood Cooper Media” is fictitious, and the “employees“ are comedians. But don’t tell Dean.   SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST * Apple Podcasts * Spotify * Stitcher

It's been a busy week here at Ardenfell HQ, so we are playing a re-rerun this week. (Hey, if those greedy striking writers at the WGA can do it, so can we.) New episodes should be back next week! In the meantime, I hope you enjoy this re-airing of a very special LIVE episode we did back in January. Speaking of LIVE shows, we hope to do more! There's a festival in late August we're shooting for -- more details on that soon. Be well! ******************************************** It’s a very special LIVE episode of The Corporation, recorded in front of a small but mighty audience at Vermont Comedy Club! Dean is joined first by Teddy Burnbridge, who reflects on teaching schoolchildren about our great meritocracy by performing his autobiographical play for them. Then, Annette Gelby talks about what it takes to turn shuttered women’s health clinics into businesses that are a little more, shall we say, “baby-positive.”   ABOUT THE PERFORMERS Jared Hall (Teddy Burnbridge) is a standup comedian, improviser and writer based in Burlington, VT. He was the 2022 winner of the Vermont’s Funniest Comedian contest, and produces the regular shows “Weird & Niche” at Vermont Comedy Club and “Free Stuff” at Lincoln’s. Natalie Miller (Annette Gelby) is an improviser, teacher and the co-owner of Vermont Comedy Club. She performs monthly on the team “Kingdom Kids” at VCC and at festivals and theaters throughout the country. Nathan Hartswick (Dean Ardenfell) is a comedy performer, teacher, and the co-owner of Vermont Comedy Club in Burlington, VT.   ABOUT THE PODCAST The Corporation is a podcast hosted by Dean Ardenfell (Nathan Hartswick), a superfan of the global corporation “Hogswood Cooper Media.” Each episode, Dean interviews folks who work for the many different subsidiaries of Hogswood Cooper.* * This podcast is improvised satire, “Hogswood Cooper Media” is fictitious, and the "employees" are comedians. But don’t tell Dean.   SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST * Apple Podcasts * Spotify * Stitcher

In this episode, “LightFlash Entertainment” CEO Gary Mandale discusses about what it’s like to run a Hollywood studio while the evil, greedy writers are all on strike. Plus, Sheena Wintrup, delivery driver at “Zip2U,” talks a little about her job, but mostly about her pet alligators.   ABOUT THE PERFORMERS Tobin Mollett (Gary Mandale) is a Vermont-based improviser and teacher who performs regularly on the Thursday show “Mothra” at Vermont Comedy Club.  Loretta Pontillo (Sheena Wintrup) is an improviser who has performed for many years at UCB, the Magnet and more. She now lives and performs in Burlington, Vermont. Nathan Hartswick (Dean Ardenfell) is a comedy performer, teacher, and the co-owner of Vermont Comedy Club in Burlington, VT.   ABOUT THE PODCAST The Corporation is a podcast hosted by Dean Ardenfell (Nathan Hartswick), a superfan of the global corporation “Hogswood Cooper Media.” Each episode, Dean interviews folks who work for the many different subsidiaries of Hogswood Cooper.* * This podcast is improvised satire, “Hogswood Cooper Media” is fictitious, and the “employees“ are comedians. But don’t tell Dean.   SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST * Apple Podcasts * Spotify * Stitcher

In this episode, Dan Brentpole, founder and CEO of “A Vigorous Man,” talks about being a large, hairy, turgid beast, and how his supplements help other guys to be the same. Plus, Riley Trello, Head Financial Astrologist at “Wealth Rising,” discusses her “gut feelings” about the stars and planets, and how they help her give investment advice.   ABOUT THE PERFORMERS Mike Kelton (Dan Brentpole) is a comedian, director and producer based in NYC who has created and run multiple award-winning shows for TLC, Peacock, Fusion, LogoTV and MTV. Read more about him at MikeKelton.com. Morgan Miller (Riley Trello) is a standup and improv comedian, actor, writer and producer living and working in LA. Check out her show Dirty Laundry and read more about her at MorganMillerComedy.com. Nathan Hartswick (Dean Ardenfell) is a comedy performer, teacher, and the co-owner of Vermont Comedy Club in Burlington, VT.   ABOUT THE PODCAST The Corporation is a podcast hosted by Dean Ardenfell (Nathan Hartswick), a superfan of the global corporation “Hogswood Cooper Media.” Each episode, Dean interviews folks who work for the many different subsidiaries of Hogswood Cooper.* * This podcast is improvised satire, “Hogswood Cooper Media” is fictitious, and the “employees“ are comedians. But don’t tell Dean.   SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST * Apple Podcasts * Spotify * Stitcher

In this episode, Waylon Deets, the Year-Round Caretaker of the private island “Jabez Rock,” talks about his relationship with a boss who’s never around, his favorite flavor of ether, and why he’d love to see a ghost. Plus, Edie Lapose, the Social Media Manager for “Cooper Oil Worldwide,” has five scientists who will disagree with everything you think is true.   ABOUT THE PERFORMERS Eric Dreiblatt (Waylon Deets) is a hilarious standup comedian who performs regularly all over the Burlington, VT area. Chelsea Rendlen (Edie Lapose) does improv, sketch, burlesque and more — and is also based in the Burlington, VT area. Nathan Hartswick (Dean Ardenfell) is a comedy performer, teacher, and the co-owner of Vermont Comedy Club in Burlington, VT.   ABOUT THE PODCAST The Corporation is a podcast hosted by Dean Ardenfell (Nathan Hartswick), a superfan of the global corporation “Hogswood Cooper Media.” Each episode, Dean interviews folks who work for the many different subsidiaries of Hogswood Cooper.* * This podcast is improvised satire, “Hogswood Cooper Media” is fictitious, and the “employees“ are comedians. But don’t tell Dean.   SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST * Apple Podcasts * Spotify * Stitcher

In this episode, “BroCulture, Ltd.” team building events planner Judy Shewbrooke talks about what it’s like to corral a tech company full of men, and why she loves sensory deprivation tanks. Plus, Patricia “Patty” Grimps, VP of Sales for “Fire From Above” discusses how selling ballistic missiles to disreputable governments starts with forming a friendship.   ABOUT THE PERFORMERS Daisy Maud (Judy Shewbrooke) is a real person using a fake name here, because she’s in a sensitive field, and sometimes appearing on this podcast isn’t great for their career. Maddie Cross (Patricia “Patty” Grimps) is a hilarious standup comedian based in Burlington, Vermont. Nathan Hartswick (Dean Ardenfell) is a comedy performer, teacher, and the co-owner of Vermont Comedy Club in Burlington, VT.   ABOUT THE PODCAST The Corporation is a podcast hosted by Dean Ardenfell (Nathan Hartswick), a superfan of the global corporation “Hogswood Cooper Media.” Each episode, Dean interviews folks who work for the many different subsidiaries of Hogswood Cooper.* * This podcast is improvised satire, “Hogswood Cooper Media” is fictitious, and the employees are comedians. But don’t tell Dean.   SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST * Apple Podcasts * Spotify * Stitcher

In this episode, Sentinel Quarterly Discharge head publisher Les Danskort discusses the many rookie mistakes people are likely to make during a world-ending event, and in the process, throws a little shade at his hot neighbor. Plus, Cindy Wildprawn, head of marketing for dating app Above6, talks about what makes human beings attracted to one another, and confesses that she neither has a dog nor drinks coffee. ABOUT THE PERFORMERS Conor Lastowka (Les Danskort) is a writer and improviser, and one of the brilliant minds behind RiffTrax. Check out his sci-fi comedy novel, The Pole Vault Championship of the Entire Universe, as well as his podcast, 372 Pages We’ll Never Get Back. Sarah Venuti Yates (Cindy Wildprawn) is an improviser based in Chicago. When she lived in Vermont, she performed on The Unmentionables, the mainstage improv team of Vermont Comedy Club. Nathan Hartswick (Dean Ardenfell) is a comedy performer, teacher, and the co-owner of Vermont Comedy Club in Burlington, VT.   ABOUT THE PODCAST The Corporation is a podcast hosted by Dean Ardenfell (Nathan Hartswick), a superfan of the global corporation “Hogswood Cooper Media.” Each episode, Dean interviews folks who work for the many different subsidiaries of Hogswood Cooper.* * This podcast is improvised satire, “Hogswood Cooper Media” is fictitious, and the employees are comedians. But don’t tell Dean.   SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST * Apple Podcasts * Spotify * Stitcher

In this episode, Purloin Realty Director of Acquisitions Ryan Bedfellow discusses what it’s like to aggressively underpay families for their homes, how he once relocated some talented orphans, and what it’s like to be a “propulsion geek.” Plus, Charlene Mopps, Leader of Guest Engagement for Traditional Teddy, talks about helping people to build teddy bears that look like their favorite GOP celebrities. Want to watch an unedited video version? Check it out on our YouTube channel. ABOUT THE PERFORMERS Douglas Widick (Ryan Bedfellow) is a founding member of the NYC-based hip hop improv troupe North Coast. He tours nationally, has appeared on many TV shows and commercials, and hosts The North Coast Podcast. He is also founder and operator of Suite Tea Studios. Mel Rubin (Charlene Mopps) is a beatboxer and improviser based in New York, and is also a cast member of North Coast, the nationally touring hip hop improv troupe. She performs regularly at the Magnet Theater in New York. Nathan Hartswick (Dean Ardenfell) is a comedy performer, teacher, and the co-owner of Vermont Comedy Club in Burlington, VT.   ABOUT THE PODCAST The Corporation is a podcast hosted by Dean Ardenfell (Nathan Hartswick), a superfan of the global corporation “Hogswood Cooper Media.” Each episode, Dean interviews folks who work for the many different subsidiaries of Hogswood Cooper.* * This podcast is improvised satire, “Hogswood Cooper Media” is fictitious, and the employees are comedians. But don’t tell Dean.   SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST * Apple Podcasts * Spotify * Stitcher

In this episode, Yves Dubois-Garcon, Director of On-Site Hospitality for the exclusive St. Bartholomew’s Resort, tells Dean about his many mistress-related activities, his morbid poking stick, and his unusual back tattoo. Plus, Brooke Lilywood, the female sidekick on the conservative comedy show “Todd’s Too Real!” talks about how her laughter makes men feel good, as well as her secret desire to have Todd’s babies. . Want to watch an unedited video version? Check it out here, on our YouTube channel. .ABOUT THE PERFORMERS Cam Gavinski (Yves Dubois-Garcon) is an LA-based actor, writer, director and artist whose work has appeared on HBO and Comedy Central. Follow him at @camgavinski. Alyssa Sabo (Brooke Lilywood) is a writer, comedian and actor who has appeared in TV and film, and performs improv, sketch and standup all over LA. Follow her at @alyssasabo. Nathan Hartswick (Dean Ardenfell) is a comedy performer, teacher, and the co-owner of Vermont Comedy Club in Burlington, VT. . ABOUT THE PODCAST The Corporation is a podcast hosted by Dean Ardenfell (Nathan Hartswick), a superfan of the global corporation “Hogswood Cooper Media.” Each episode, Dean interviews folks who work for the many different subsidiaries of Hogswood Cooper.* * This podcast is improvised satire, “Hogswood Cooper Media” is fictitious, and the employees are comedians. But don’t tell Dean. .SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST * Apple Podcasts * Spotify * Stitcher

In this episode, Linzer Automotive founder and visionary Sledge Wolcott discusses how down-to-earth he is, even as manages to build the most innovative car ever designed (which has only resulted in a handful of deaths). Plus, Linda Blingbert, Program Director at Someone Think of the Children, talks about her corporate daycare program, and makes the case for what a critical role she plays, even as most people seem to ignore her.   ABOUT THE PERFORMERS Ben Rameaka (Sledge Wolcott) is a New York City-based improviser and actor who taught and performed for many years at UCB, and has appeared on countless TV shows, movies and commercials. He can currently be seen performing in the Brooklyn show “Old Yorkers.” Megan Rose (Linda Blingbert) is a hilarious improv comedian new to the Burlington, Vermont comedy scene. She performs on the team Big Boy Sweater Club. Nathan Hartswick (Dean Ardenfell) is a comedy performer, teacher, and the co-owner of Vermont Comedy Club in Burlington, VT.   ABOUT THE PODCAST The Corporation is a podcast hosted by Dean Ardenfell (Nathan Hartswick), a superfan of the global corporation “Hogswood Cooper Media.” Each episode, Dean interviews folks who work for the many different subsidiaries of Hogswood Cooper.* * This podcast is improvised satire, “Hogswood Cooper Media” is fictitious, and the employees are comedians. But don’t tell Dean.   SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST * Apple Podcasts * Spotify * Stitcher