Joe is based in improv Chicago universe, but had been traveling with improv since I was born. This time we're talking about the difference between inner engineer and jazzman, about political and popcultural influence on improv, what makes groups work (or not), his upcoming book, and traumas, obviously. No intro, nor outro this time, as I'm packing to Samothrace Improv Retreat, second half of our conversation when I get back!