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The Corporation

54 Episodes

27 minutes | Apr 12, 2022
DRIFTING AND DONUTS w/Sam Kurnit & Loretta Pontillo
In this episode, Pud Winsley, Sales Director of “THC International,” tells us what it’s like to sell legal marijuana grown by free prison labor; why he has no empathy or understanding of metaphor, and his devotion to the Tokyo Drift. Plus, Danielle Branstop, Chief Content Officer for “Scorched Earth Socials,” discusses how some troublemakers deserve to be doxxed, and the true hero of the Harry Potter franchise. ABOUT THE PERFORMERS: Sam Kurnit (Pud Winsley) is an actor, improviser and voiceover artist who performs regularly on Mothra, the Thursday show at Vermont Comedy Club, as well as with the VCC Touring Company. Check out his podcasts, What is Fun? And Improvised Weapons, wherever you get podcasts. Loretta Pontillo (Danielle Branstop) was played by Loretta Pontillo. She is an improviser who has performed for many years at UCB, the Magnet and more. She now lives and performs in Burlington, Vermont. ABOUT THE PODCAST:
 The Corporation is a podcast hosted by Dean Ardenfell (Nathan Hartswick), a superfan of the global corporation Hogswood Cooper Media. In this important series, Dean seeks to interview folks who work for the many different subsidiaries of Hogswood Cooper. This podcast is a production of Unicow Media, the official podcast network of Vermont Comedy Club, located in beautiful Burlington, Vermont. Subscribe to The Corporation on: 
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33 minutes | Apr 5, 2022
SOMETHING AWESOME BEFORE YOU DIE w/Aaron Paulsen & Kate Kisor
In this episode, Shipley Deutrick from “BlueBuzz, LLC” explains how sometimes the cops just need a do-over. Also, he gets very defensive about classic film beauties. Plus, Griff Chisolm, Chief Promoter of the “International Wrestling Federation of the World” tells us how the long-running “Hogswood Beatdown” program still appeals to white men ages 60-65. ABOUT THE PERFORMERS: Aaron Paulsen (Shipley Deutrick) 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. Kate Kisor (Griff Chisolm) is a comedian who co-hosts the podcast “House Calls,” a Real Housewives podcast. She is also a frequent co-host of Tuesday night trivia at Vermont Comedy Club. Special thanks to Sam Kurnit, Noel Porter and Rachael Sherman for the advertisement voice work. ABOUT THE PODCAST:
 The Corporation is a podcast hosted by Dean Ardenfell (Nathan Hartswick), a superfan of the global corporation Hogswood Cooper Media. In this important series, Dean seeks to interview folks who work for the many different subsidiaries of Hogswood Cooper. This podcast is a production of Unicow Media, the official podcast network of Vermont Comedy Club, located in beautiful Burlington, Vermont. Subscribe to The Corporation on: 
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31 minutes | Mar 31, 2022
THE SAYINGS ARE TASTY w/Sebastian Conelli & Robbie Nunes
In this episode, Shane Manflow, Director of Research and Development for “AmeriSchool DefendRite,” tells us about his company’s innovative exploding tearaway pants for schoolchildren, the importance of a good slogan, and his surprising love of John Philip Sousa. Plus, entrepreneur Ned Bixby reveals that, as founder of “Off the Chain, Ltd.,” he has become the world’s richest cryptocurrency investor simply by relying on his own keen “vibes.” ABOUT THE PERFORMERS: Sebastian Conelli (Shane Manflow) performs most weeks on Raaaatscraps at Caveat theater in New York City, in person or on livestream. He is the co-host of the excellent podcast Loud About Nothing. Robbie Nunes (Ned Bixby) is a comedian and producer from New York. He and Sebastian co-produce a live show called New York is Phenomenal, and Robbie co-hosts the podcast Loud About Nothing along with Sebastian. Special thanks to Sam Kurnit for the advertisement narration. ABOUT THE PODCAST:
 The Corporation is a podcast hosted by Dean Ardenfell (Nathan Hartswick), a superfan of the global corporation Hogswood Cooper Media. In this important series, Dean seeks to interview folks who work for the many different subsidiaries of Hogswood Cooper. This podcast is a production of Unicow Media, the official podcast network of Vermont Comedy Club, located in beautiful Burlington, Vermont. Subscribe to The Corporation on: 
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29 minutes | Mar 22, 2022
VISCOUS GOO w/Tim Bridge & Shelley Mathias
In this episode, Rick Modblon, General Manager of “Cheesy Times USA” restaurant in Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin tells us people are too lazy to work anymore. Plus, Tinsley Drasko works every day to monetize prisoners’ necessities inside the “InCell” private prison system. ABOUT THE PERFORMERS: Tim Bridge (Rick Mobdlon) is a standup comedian and improviser who has been a winner of the Vermont’s Funniest Comedian contest. You can find him soon telling jokes in Austin, TX (and check him out on Twitter and Tik Tok). Shelley Mathias (Tinsley Drasko) is a Vermont-based improv comedian, retired school administrator, sailor and hockey player. She occasionally performs with her son John, in a two-person improv team called “Hammy Downs.” ABOUT THE PODCAST:
 The Corporation is a podcast hosted by Dean Ardenfell (Nathan Hartswick), a superfan of the global corporation Hogswood Cooper Media. In this important series, Dean seeks to interview folks who work for the many different subsidiaries of Hogswood Cooper. This podcast is a production of Unicow Media, the official podcast network of Vermont Comedy Club, located in beautiful Burlington, Vermont. Subscribe to The Corporation on: 
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25 minutes | Mar 15, 2022
THIN RIVER w/Rachael Mason & Andrew Knox
In this episode, Willow Schlunk, VP of Marketing at "Flubz Games," talks about using fun, free smartphone games to extract -- and profit from -- users' personal data. She also has a cat! Plus, conservative pundit and avid flyboarder Brad Shingles gets hot under the collar about cancel culture, and posits that we're all future victims of the phenomenon if we don't do something. ABOUT THE PERFORMERS: Rachael Mason (Willow Schlunk) is a legendary Chicago improviser who has headed up the training programs at iO and The Second City for the better part of two decades. She has also performed on the acclaimed teams "The Boys" and "Baby Wants Candy." Andrew Knox (Brad Shingles) is a native of Shelburne, VT who has performed and toured extensively with The Second City Touring Company, Improvised Shakespeare Company, and more. He currently lives in LA. Special thanks to Brian DeLaBruere for the advertisement voiceover. ABOUT THE PODCAST:
 The Corporation is a podcast hosted by Dean Ardenfell (Nathan Hartswick), a superfan of the global corporation Hogswood Cooper Media. In this important series, Dean seeks to interview folks who work for the many different subsidiaries of Hogswood Cooper. This podcast is a production of Unicow Media, the official podcast network of Vermont Comedy Club, located in beautiful Burlington, Vermont. Subscribe to The Corporation on: 
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28 minutes | Mar 8, 2022
A PLUMMETOUS DEATH w/Noel Porter & Meredith Gordon
In this episode, Dr. Jiff Tendrils, Chief Research Officer at "LifeComplete Labs, Ltd." tells us all about the most innovative ways to execute death row inmates (frisbee, anyone?). Plus, Cam Jamsport, Site Manager from "Dark Holdem, Inc." lets us in on the secret of all those underground "ice cream shops" at Guantanamo, Cuba. ABOUT THE PERFORMERS: Noel Porter (Dr. Jiff Tendrils) is a Vermont improviser you can often find performing on teams such as Boom City and Villains.  Meredith Gordon (Cam Jamsport) is an incredibly funny standup comedian who performs around Vermont as herself and as her amazing, aging nightclub persona, "Thelma Forbanks." Special thanks to Stephen Franklin for the advertisement voiceover. ABOUT THE PODCAST:
 The Corporation is a podcast hosted by Dean Ardenfell (Nathan Hartswick), a superfan of the global corporation Hogswood Cooper Media. In this important series, Dean seeks to interview folks who work for the many different subsidiaries of Hogswood Cooper. This podcast is a production of Unicow Media, the official podcast network of Vermont Comedy Club, located in beautiful Burlington, Vermont. Subscribe to The Corporation on: 
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29 minutes | Mar 1, 2022
RADICAL SNAKES w/Jared Hall & Lou Biafore
In this episode we talk to Hudley Frampton, member of “The Rattlesnake Brigade,” a social club of men who meet at the U.S./Mexico border to bond, learn how to shoot guns, and write in cursive. Plus, P.J. Miggs, the wunderkind who founded “FluidPool,” tells us all about how they were able to fix the healthcare system in America through the addition of predatory lending practices — all before they even turned 15. ABOUT THE PERFORMERS: Jared Hall (Hudley Frampton) is a standup comedian, actor and producer in Burlington, VT. He produces two monthly shows: “Free Stuff” at Lincoln’s, and “Weird and Niche” at Vermont Comedy Club. Lou Biafore (P.J. Miggs) is a writer, performer and all-around hilarious person who just left the Burlington, VT area to explore new worlds with their dog Val. We would recommend you read their writing, but they did not share their pen name with us. ABOUT THE PODCAST:
 The Corporation is a podcast hosted by Dean Ardenfell (Nathan Hartswick), a superfan of the global corporation Hogswood Cooper Media. In this important series, Dean seeks to interview folks who work for the many different subsidiaries of Hogswood Cooper. This podcast is a production of Unicow Media, the official podcast network of Vermont Comedy Club, located in beautiful Burlington, Vermont. Subscribe to The Corporation on: 
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28 minutes | Feb 22, 2022
PLAN FOR NOTHING w/Brian Hines & Helena Morris
In this episode, “Shaft Protect” safety engineer Dirk Lawnsink talks about what it’s like to protect and maintain aging nuclear missile silos—and its surprising link to the Christian faith. Plus, Ivy Needling from “Suppress Select” is on a crusade of her own, stopping voter fraud by preventing people from sitting down or drinking water at the polls. ABOUT THE PERFORMERS: Brian Hines (Dirk Lawnsink) and Helena Morris (Ivy Needling) are veterans of the Hartford, CT improv comedy scene. They recently moved to Burlington, VT, where they can frequently be seen on the Thursday improv show “Mothra” at Vermont Comedy Club. Also, check out Brian Hines’ podcast about improv, “15 Minutes of Game,” wherever you get podcasts. ABOUT THE PODCAST:
 The Corporation is a podcast hosted by Dean Ardenfell (Nathan Hartswick), a superfan of the global corporation Hogswood Cooper Media. In this important series, Dean seeks to interview folks who work for the many different subsidiaries of Hogswood Cooper. This podcast is a production of Unicow Media, the official podcast network of Vermont Comedy Club, located in beautiful Burlington, Vermont. Subscribe to The Corporation on: 
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32 minutes | Feb 15, 2022
PUNCHING BUNS w/Ben Rameaka & Lydia Hensler
In this episode, J.P. Higgs-Boshon, CEO of “His Blood Publishing” and author of the “New Enterprise Bible,” discusses waterbed technology, adapting a religious text into a personal memoir, and the surprising properties of triangles. Plus, anti-renewables activist Olive Prankle tells us about a formative Christmas present, what she shares in common with Banksy, and why the real upside to fossil fuels is the friends we make along the way. ABOUT THE PERFORMERS 
Ben Rameaka (J.P. Higgs-Boshon) is an improviser, actor and voice over artist in New York City. He was a member of the long-running UCB house team Airwolf, and has appeared in Amazon's "Alpha House", Martin Scorsese's Wolf Of Wall Street, Broad City, and more. Lydia Hensler (Olive Prankle) is a veteran UCB performer and teacher, best known for ASSSSCAT 3000, Grandma’s Ashes, Take It Personal: The Hip Hop Improv Show and The Female Gaze. She has been teaching for 10+ years in both UCB NY and LA and has taught workshops for companies, colleges and communities all over the world. ABOUT THE PODCAST:
 The Corporation is a podcast hosted by Dean Ardenfell (Nathan Hartswick), a superfan of the global corporation Hogswood Cooper Media. In this important series, Dean seeks to interview folks who work for the many different subsidiaries of Hogswood Cooper. This podcast is a production of Unicow Media, the official podcast network of Vermont Comedy Club, located in beautiful Burlington, Vermont. Subscribe to The Corporation on: 
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26 minutes | Feb 8, 2022
FORCING FATE w/Julia Rambosson Sehmer & Erica Haviland
In this episode, Lorraine Loinlove from the “Inconceivable Health” pregnancy crisis center tells us what tactics she uses to prevent women from terminating pregnancies (hint: there is screaming involved). Plus, Maeve O’Froundling, materials buyer for “PLEMP Mobile,” talks about what it’s like to visit — and sometimes destabilize — other countries, all to access the sweet, precious metals used in our cell phones. ABOUT THE PERFORMERS 
Julia Rambosson Sehmer (Lorraine Loinlove) and Erica Haviland (Maeve O’Froundling) are both improvisers who hail from the Montreal comedy scene and perform together on the team “Succulents.” They frequently perform on the show “Threepio” at Montreal Improv Theater, and appear regularly on the podcast Some Good Friends. ABOUT THE PODCAST:
 The Corporation is a podcast hosted by Dean Ardenfell (Nathan Hartswick), a superfan of the global corporation Hogswood Cooper Media. In this important series, Dean seeks to interview folks who work for the many different subsidiaries of Hogswood Cooper. This podcast is a production of Unicow Media, the official podcast network of Vermont Comedy Club, located in beautiful Burlington, Vermont. Subscribe to The Corporation on: 
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23 minutes | Feb 1, 2022
ROBOTS WALK SLOW w/Kate Farley & Liam Welsh
In this episode, Lola Davenpeck from “FactSwap Publishing” walks us through what it takes to “customize” textbooks in different school districts. Plus, Smash Raskeen from “Steal the Future, LLC” discusses how to keep his terrifying robots from destroying the human race — and also tells us about his parkour podcast, “Hardkour.” ABOUT THE PERFORMERS Kate Farley (Lola Davenpeck) is an improviser that frequently appears on Vermont Comedy Club’s Thursday show, “Mothra.” Liam Welsh (Smash Raskeen) is a standup comedian who can be found performing all over New England, and has previously been a finalist in the Vermont’s Funniest Comedian contest. ABOUT THE PODCAST: The Corporation is a podcast hosted by Dean Ardenfell (Nathan Hartswick), a superfan of the global corporation Hogswood Cooper Media. In this important series, Dean seeks to interview folks who work for the many different subsidiaries of Hogswood Cooper. This podcast is a production of Unicow Media, the official podcast network of Vermont Comedy Club, located in beautiful Burlington, Vermont. Subscribe to The Corporation on: * Apple Podcasts * Spotify * Stitcher
26 minutes | Jan 25, 2022
WHITE HOT RAGE w/Kate Bradley & Stefan Spec
In this episode, Morton Downsley, the host of the high-rated program “Breakfast Sausage” on WMAN radio, talks about why he never wants to go home. Plus, Gabe Vantown, project manager for “Killzone Construction,” reveals how effective killer helicopters can be against peaceful protestors. ABOUT THE PERFORMERS Kate Bradley (Morton Downsley) is an improviser and artist in Montreal, Canada who recently launched Helpfull.space, a coaching business that uses improv and art to provide clarity and relief for people who get in their own way. Stefan Spec (Gabe Vantown) is a Montreal improviser who performs with the team Succulents, among others, and you can check out the back catalogue of his hilarious improvised podcast, Some Good Friends, wherever you get your podcasts. ABOUT THE PODCAST: The Corporation is a podcast hosted by Dean Ardenfell (Nathan Hartswick), a superfan of the global corporation Hogswood Cooper Media. In this important series, Dean seeks to interview folks who work for the many different subsidiaries of Hogswood Cooper. This podcast is a production of Unicow Media, the official podcast network of Vermont Comedy Club, located in beautiful Burlington, Vermont. Subscribe to The Corporation on: * Apple Podcasts * Spotify * Stitcher
37 minutes | Jan 18, 2022
FISHNET APPROACH w/Brian DeLaBruere & Maddy Hyams
In this episode, Delmore Thung, content officer from political marketing firm “HookThink Ltd.,” tells us what special sauce goes into generating the next big “Let’s Go Brandon” viral moment. Plus, legal consultant Kitty Waverly-Preck shares the union-busting strategies she uses at “BLAZE Retail,” including (but not limited to) aggravated assault on a Segway. ABOUT THE PERFORMERS Brian DeLaBruere (Delmore Thung) is a Vermont improviser, teacher and videographer who regularly performs on “Mothra,” the Thursday improv show at Vermont Comedy Club. Check out his video work at www.briandelabruere.com. Maddy Hyams (Kitty Waverly-Preck) is a standup comedian and writer based in LA. You can listen to the back catalog of her podcast “Ok, Fine, What?”, catch her open mic at the Public House in LA, or check out her substack at maddyhyams.substack.com. ABOUT THE PODCAST: The Corporation is a podcast hosted by Dean Ardenfell (Nathan Hartswick), a superfan of the global corporation Hogswood Cooper Media. In this important series, Dean seeks to interview folks who work for the many different subsidiaries of Hogswood Cooper. This podcast is a production of Unicow Media, the official podcast network of Vermont Comedy Club, located in beautiful Burlington, Vermont. Subscribe to The Corporation on: * Apple Podcasts * Spotify * Stitcher
28 minutes | Jan 18, 2022
BAD BLOOD w/Stephanie Albaugh, Brit Flynn & Tobin Mollett
In this episode, Kendra and Karline Blent, the sisters behind Australia’s “Brekkie Buns” bakery, talk about why they sometimes fill pastries full of spiders. Plus, Shep Monzo, rocket designer for “AeroPenetrate,” reveals why he put a bear on a billionaire’s spaceship. ABOUT THE PERFORMERS:Brit Flynn (Karline Blent) and Stephanie Albaugh (Kendra Blent) are improvisers that can often be seen performing on the Thursday night, 7pm “Mothra” show at Vermont Comedy Club. Tobin Mollett (Shep Monzo) is an improviser and the star of the solo improv show “Tobin Tales,” which you can follow on Instagram at @tobintales. Subscribe to The Corporation on: * Apple Podcasts * Spotify * Stitcher
32 minutes | Dec 25, 2021
AND ALSO WITH YOU w/Brian Park & Maddy Hyams
The Corporation is BACK! In this very special Christmas episode, Dean Ardenfell tells us where he’s been for over a year. Then, you will hear the long-awaited Season 1 finale of The Corporation, recorded way back in 2020. In it, Dean interviews political copywriter Tandy Schiltz from GOP Direct, and spiritual guru Jennica Nightwolf. GET READY: Season 2 of The Corporation begins Tuesday, January 18th! ABOUT THE PERFORMERS: Brian Park (Tandy Shiltz) is an improviser who regularly performs on the MainStage team at Vermont Comedy Club. Maddy Hyams (Jennica Nighwolf) is a standup comedian based in LA. You can listen to the back catalog of her podcast “Ok, Fine, What?”, catch her open mic at the Public House in LA, or check out her substack at maddyhyams.substack.com.  ABOUT THE PODCAST: The Corporation is an improvised satirical comedy podcast produced by Unicow Media and recorded at the studios of Vermont Comedy Club. Visit www.TheCorporationPod.com, and fan the show on Facebook & Instagram. For more info on shows and classes at Vermont Comedy Club, visit www.vtcomedy.com. Links to The Corporation on: > Apple Podcasts > Spotify > Stitcher > Google Play
27 minutes | Oct 6, 2020
CORK YOUR EARS w/Tim Bridge & Maggie Phelan
In this episode, motivational speaker Steve Joylove (Tim Bridge) and HCN's Lead Meteorologist Dirk Branley (Maggie Phelan), speak with Dean Ardenfell (Nathan Hartswick), an audio documentarian who seeks to interview employees of global corporation Hogswood-Cooper Media. The Corporation is an improvised satirical comedy podcast produced by Unicow Media and recorded at the studios of Vermont Comedy Club. Visit www.TheCorporationPod.com, fan the show on Facebook and Instagram, and listen to new episodes every other Tuesday. For more info on shows and classes at Vermont Comedy Club, visit www.vtcomedy.com. Links to The Corporation on: > Apple Podcasts > Spotify > Stitcher > Google Play
28 minutes | Sep 22, 2020
VACATION COP w/sh Diggs & Lou Biafore
In this episode, salesman Davy Ray Briggs (Ash Diggs) from Remainder Ammunition and Garnered Equipment (RAGE), and Vic Shornfloke (Lou Biafore), manager of Upchuck's Downtown Restaurant, speak with Dean Ardenfell (Nathan Hartswick), an audio documentarian who seeks to interview employees of global corporation Hogswood-Cooper Media. The Corporation is an improvised satirical comedy podcast produced by Unicow Media and recorded at the studios of Vermont Comedy Club. Visit www.TheCorporationPod.com, fan the show on Facebook and Instagram, and listen to new episodes every other Tuesday. For more info on shows and classes at Vermont Comedy Club, visit www.vtcomedy.com. Links to The Corporation on: > Apple Podcasts > Spotify > Stitcher > Google Play
25 minutes | Sep 8, 2020
LOOSE SWEAT w/Stephanie Albaugh & Jared Hall
In this episode, pop sensation & entrepreneur Palmera Wetts (Stephanie Albaugh), and co-founder of Airflow Disrupt, Dag Slurge (Jared Hall), speak with Dean Ardenfell (Nathan Hartswick), an audio documentarian who seeks to interview employees of global corporation Hogswood-Cooper Media. The Corporation is an improvised satirical comedy podcast produced by Unicow Media and recorded at the studios of Vermont Comedy Club. Visit www.TheCorporationPod.com, fan the show on Facebook and Instagram, and listen to new episodes every other Tuesday. For more info on shows and classes at Vermont Comedy Club, visit www.vtcomedy.com. Links to The Corporation on: > Apple Podcasts > Spotify > Stitcher > Google Play
2 minutes | Jun 16, 2020
A Message From Dean
Dean Ardenfell (Nathan Hartswick) has a message for the listeners of The Corporation.  The Corporation is an improvised satirical comedy podcast produced by Unicow Media. In each episode, audio documentarian Dean Ardenfell seeks to interview employees of global corporation Hogswood-Cooper Media. Visit www.TheCorporationPod.com, fan the show on Facebook and Instagram, and listen to new episodes every Tuesday. For more info on shows and classes at Vermont Comedy Club, visit www.vtcomedy.com. Links to The Corporation on: > Apple Podcasts > Spotify > Stitcher > Google Play
24 minutes | Jun 9, 2020
DANGER BUFFET w/Ash Diggs & Em Kueppers
Kashton Kane (Ash Diggs), Founder of "Power to the Peak" Expedition Services, and Hunter Gamswood (Em Kueppers), VP of Marketing for "Listen Here," speak remotely with a quarantined Dean Ardenfell (Nathan Hartswick), an audio documentarian who seeks to interview employees of global corporation Hogswood-Cooper Media. The Corporation is an improvised satirical comedy podcast produced by Unicow Media and recorded at the studios of Vermont Comedy Club. Visit www.TheCorporationPod.com, fan the show on Facebook and Instagram, and listen to new episodes every Tuesday. For more info on shows and classes at Vermont Comedy Club, visit www.vtcomedy.com. Links to The Corporation on: > Apple Podcasts > Spotify > Stitcher > Google Play
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