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Look What's After Happening

Look What's After Happening

By Mark and Luke

Award-nominated improvised comedy podcast where Luke Benson and Mark Cantan present a nonsensical, potted history of the world as characters Colin Spress and Cillian Vermillion.
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Look What's After HappeningMar 15, 2021

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Stake Out

Stake Out

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Aug 14, 202328:08
Help My Lungs Are Burning (w/ Mary Rose Kirwan)

Help My Lungs Are Burning (w/ Mary Rose Kirwan)

Breathing specialist Dr Veronica Sigh (Mary Rose Kirwan) pops in ahead of her expedition to Eastern France with Colin. We talk her feud with Wim Hof, Colin's addiction to oxygen-tank vaping and Cillian's invisible first wife.

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Aug 07, 202338:40
Look BOTS After Happening

Look BOTS After Happening

IMPORTANT.

DR. TORGE + DR. FORGE:

LISTEN TO THIS BEFORE OPENING THE DOORRRRrrrrrrrr.....


Jul 31, 202330:39
Gene Whizz (w/ Justine Stafford)

Gene Whizz (w/ Justine Stafford)

The very funny Jodie Rugg (Justine Stafford) joins us to chat about her new Genealogy venture with Cillian. Humpty Dumpty, The 1st Blind person and what an egg in a bowl says about you! If you enjoyed, please share! A comedian, writer and actor, join Justine on instagram and tiktok where she's endlessly creative and hilarious! You probably already follow her but if not do! As always, we're LWAH on Instagram and you can buy the t-shirt on TheImprovPodcast.com. Follow Colin and Cillian's 'handlers': Mark Cantan & Luke Benson.
Jul 24, 202342:39
Moving the Equator
Jul 17, 202327:19
Airbnb Reviewer Terry Blevins (w/ Brad Morris)

Airbnb Reviewer Terry Blevins (w/ Brad Morris)

Blessed to be joined by the excellent Brad Morris this week as we delve into his fledgling hotel business.

Brad's a master improviser, actor, director and producer. He has worked on The Office, AP Bio, Bajillion Dollar Properties and Cougartown among many others. Brad's got an infectious silliness so we all got very giddy during this one.

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Jul 10, 202344:32
Spiral Charity Cups
Jul 03, 202331:06
Season 3: Butter
Jun 26, 202327:16
Mini: Christmas Special

Mini: Christmas Special

Find a big child, sneak the pear and Charlie's Taxi.

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Dec 26, 202217:40
Wrapped

Wrapped

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Dec 19, 202229:09
Mini: Arnold Schwarzenegger's Donkey

Mini: Arnold Schwarzenegger's Donkey

Priest-chasing, Drunken fights and Arnold Schwarzenegger's donkey.

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Dec 12, 202216:08
Mini: Meat Puppet Ministers

Mini: Meat Puppet Ministers

We almost forgot to do the retrospective part of this mini, but we talk flesh puppets, hurl-cleaning and the GAA ban on ass-slapping. Naturally.

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Dec 05, 202218:40
Mini-sode: The Fifth Gun

Mini-sode: The Fifth Gun

We're doing mini-sodes on the lead up to Christmas so gather round and let's reminisce about Two-Gun Joe.

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Nov 28, 202214:54
Look What's After Snappening (w/ Stephen Bradley)

Look What's After Snappening (w/ Stephen Bradley)

In the 1990's the backyard scientists created equipment that could interpret animals communication. They were arrested for the theft of a Nobel prize and their research and the recordings of their project were lost to time. Until now.

Our wonderful guest is Stephen Bradley, co-founder of Dublin-based Improv Theatre MOB Theatre. He had a crocodile dream, and we lived it together.

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Nov 21, 202245:54
The Challenge Finale

The Challenge Finale

Among other things we tackle Henry Caville’s mustache, the Christian Superman, Bath-sex and Hellhounds.

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Nov 14, 202238:25
Captain Birdseye
Nov 07, 202244:12
Takeaways (Halloween Special)
Oct 31, 202239:36
Look What's After Trappening
Oct 23, 202230:33
The Look What's After Happening Challenge

The Look What's After Happening Challenge

We talk squirrel suits, Ray Winstone and Colin releases his sex tape.

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Oct 17, 202236:24
Tea Towels
Oct 09, 202235:50
The Guggenheim
Oct 02, 202238:48
King Charles

King Charles

WE'RE IN THE DUBLIN FRINGE. JOIN US this week Tuesday Sept 13 to Saturday 17 6.30pm. If you liked this episode, share it with a friend. Follow LWAH on Instagram and consider sharing with a friend! As always, feel free to follow Colin and Cillian's 'handlers': Mark Cantan & Luke Benson Thanks for listening!
Sep 11, 202235:60
The Origins of the Dublin Fringe
Sep 04, 202237:24
The Moon

The Moon

Cookie Monster, Imps and The Hat that was Two Birds, all the standard topics you'd expect in a show about the Moon.

WE'RE IN THE DUBLIN FRINGE. JOIN US Sept 13-17th 6.30pm.

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Aug 21, 202241:17
Look What's After Crappening*
Aug 14, 202231:54
Restaurateur Helen Heatherington (w/ Sophie Shanley)

Restaurateur Helen Heatherington (w/ Sophie Shanley)

We're joined by exciting restaurant mogul Helen Heatherington (Sophie Shanley), we discuss skin peeling, her secret tastemaker (her reanimated great-great-grandfather) and her plan to get Irish children to dry out her potatoes.

Our guest this week is the awesome Sophie Shanley, she's an hilarious actor and improvisor, you can find her on Phoning It In and Talking It Out.

See us in the Dublin Fringe. Sept 13-17th 6.30pm.

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Aug 07, 202253:44
Dingo Wrangling in the Outback
Aug 01, 202215:28
Bats and our New Look Podcast*
Jul 10, 202240:03
The 100th Episode (Give or Take) Part 2

The 100th Episode (Give or Take) Part 2

Still zero faffing. Straight into it.

We are joined by a whole host of old friends and guests for the second part of our 100th(ish) episode.

We have Wild West Thread Salesman Tennyson Honeycut (Mark Chavez), MC Squared (Mike Kunze), Colum & Colm (Mikey Fleming and Paul Hoey), Eddie Reddy Redmond (Rob Earley), Gloria Dunstable & Angelica Chase (Róisín & Chiara), Tony Gabagoo (Sean Flaherty), Spencer the Chimney Sweep (Síomha McQuinn), and land-pirate Captain Peter Greyburns (Will Hines).

Thank you to all of you. ❤️

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Jul 03, 202248:44
The 100th Episode (Give or Take) Part 1

The 100th Episode (Give or Take) Part 1

No faffing. Straight into it.

We are joined by a whole host of old friends and guests for the first part of our 100th(ish) episode

Including Romance Novelist Leonie Curtis (Ali Fox), Jesus Expert Esther Flanagan (Amy DeBhrun), Tour Guide Niall Dates (Ben Razey), Magnus Kybott Archaeologist Pilott (Carlo Ritchie), The Duke of Dwealth (Dave Coffey), Mimsy and Titsy (The Underthings), Pet Shop Owner Daphne Nerbs (Erin McGathy), Local Councillor Mickey Cloonan (Giles Brody), and Actor and Re-enactor Cynthia Bowels (Laura O'Leary)!

Thank you to all of you. ❤️

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Jun 26, 202252:33
Spooks What's After Happening
Jun 19, 202248:18
Potatoes and the Bounce-ability of Tubers
Jun 12, 202245:21
Live from Ireland's 1st* History Festival

Live from Ireland's 1st* History Festival

Colin and Cillian are on their way, don't worry, the toilet facilities will be at the festival shortly! In the meantime, all the festival favourites are there, Abz from 5ive, Spring Toilet and of course, The Runaway Wheel of Cheese.

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Jun 05, 202248:38
The Festival Countdown
May 29, 202242:04
Cooks What's After Happening
May 22, 202246:22
Submarines
May 15, 202239:10
Taste Tests
May 08, 202241:20
LIVE at the Hot Cod, Big Blankets and IBS Expo
May 01, 202238:39
Look Yachts After Happening
Apr 24, 202244:55
Brad Ible (w/ Casey Feigh)

Brad Ible (w/ Casey Feigh)

While on the hunt for an undiscovered Bible, explorer Brad Ible (Casey Feigh) joins the podcast to dispel some misconceptions about The Good Book. We chat about slapping feet on custard, his love of former NBA journeyman Popeye Jones, the long-lost Book of Smells.

Casey Feigh is an LA-based actor, writer and improvisor, he's been on What We Do In The Shadows and Comedy Bang Bang to mention a couple. He runs a weekly show called Holy Shit Improv every Monday, you can watch live for free on Twitch previous shows on their patreon here.

Casey was a class guest and was super funny and generous with his time. Enjoy!

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Apr 17, 202255:41
Vampires
Apr 10, 202246:30
BONUS: Funsize Episode
Apr 08, 202212:23
Gloria Dunstable & Angelica Chase (Róisín & Chiara)

Gloria Dunstable & Angelica Chase (Róisín & Chiara)

The two intrepid explorers Gloria Dunstable (Róisín O'Mahony) & Angelica Chase (Chiara Goldsmith) run the Museum of Curiosities and call by to discuss their exciting new exhibit. They also explain how they moonlight as ferry captains, how they angered Rowan Atkinson and why Gloria is in the boot of an Amazon vehicle in Belgrade.

Róisín & Chiara are an awesome UK-based comedy double act, described as "beautifully silly" by the Sunday Times, Check them out in series 6 of Class Dismissed on CBBC and BBC iPlayer. They were incredible guests, and were a joy to record with.

This was a very fun time!

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Apr 03, 202256:48
Rex Champion 'The Pickle King' (w/ Ryan Rosenberg)

Rex Champion 'The Pickle King' (w/ Ryan Rosenberg)

At long last, Rex Champion (Ryan Rosenberg) has brought his Pickle Empire to Irish shores. The controversial tycoon reveals his plans for SuperPickles, reminisces about his first big crash in the PickleMobile and talks about wanting to tear down a beloved local landmark.

Ryan Rosenberg is part of the excellent LA-based comedy team Big Grande. (Creators of The Teacher's Lounge). You can check out their podcasts on BigGrandeWebsite.com, as well as merch and upcoming projects. Ryan also co-hosts Man Dog Pod with FOTP Dan Lippert. It's an improv and conversation podcast that is WELL worth your time.

Ryan is a true gent and an hilarious improviser, we're chuffed to get to have him back!

We had a blast with this one.

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Mar 27, 202248:42
Ireland's Oldest Twins Titty and Mimsy (w/ The Underthings)

Ireland's Oldest Twins Titty and Mimsy (w/ The Underthings)

We have the distinct pleasure of being sealed in a darkened room with Mimsy (Denny MacDermott) and Titty (Debbie Cheevers). We talk BBC's Touch-a-Townie, Barge Holidays with Sean Penn and their ill-fated WW2 Bosom Propaganda.

The Underthings (Denny and Debbie) are an excellent Dublin-based comedy improv duo. We are delighted to have their joyous selves join us this week. Check out their podcast Helpful Friends and follow them on Facebook and Instagram. Give them all the love!

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ImprovAbú

Mar 21, 202253:30
Crooks What's After Happening
Mar 14, 202247:29
Councillor Mickey Cloonan (w/ Giles Brody)

Councillor Mickey Cloonan (w/ Giles Brody)

After being ousted from every political party in the land, local Councillor Mickey Cloonan (Giles Brody) is on to launch his new political party, to quell rumours of duels with Gerry Adams, to explain the hugging tents and to settle a score with rowing heroes The O'Donovan Brothers. The Cloon is back baby!

Giles Brody (Insta / Twitter) is an hilarious writer and comedian, with credits on RTE, BBC and Virgin One. He's currently a writer on Clear History (Thursdays RTE2) and check out some of his excellent work on Youtube here.

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ImprovAbú

Mar 07, 202247:09
Teddy Sprinkles, The Hot-Cream Man (w/ Jamie Sykes)

Teddy Sprinkles, The Hot-Cream Man (w/ Jamie Sykes)

This week is Teddy Sprinkles (Jamie Sykes), hailing from a long line of Ice-Cream purveyors, we talk about his alter-ego Full-Fat Man, his invention; combustible sprinkles and a dark and troubling family history. It was a lot of fun.

Jamie Sykes is a Dublin-based Director, Writer, Improvisor and Actor. He's performs regularly with MOB Theatre Dublin. And you can check out his work on Vimeo. He's a delightful human, a good friend and he brought us muffins.

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Feb 28, 202246:55
Wordle
Feb 21, 202242:55
Ireland's Oldest Matchmaker (w/ Wren Dennehy)

Ireland's Oldest Matchmaker (w/ Wren Dennehy)

Look What's HQ gets a visit from the prestigious Matchmaker Suzette Fieldmouse (Wren Dennehy) for Valentine's week. We chat about the deadly affliction Heartbrokenness, a missed connection with national treasure Mícheál Ó Muircheartaigh, and being sexually active at the ripe age of 103. 

Having Wren on the podcast was a joy. As well as being an incredible Actor and Writer, they are the wondrous talent behind Ireland’s premier non-binary drag entity, Avoca Reaction.

Check out The Queer Cabaret which runs monthly in Bow Lane, you can get tickets here. We had issues with the audio of Wren's first recording, so so we sat down a couple months later and recreated that original episode, word for word. They were so generous to give us more of their time. Thank you Wren!

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ImprovAbú

Feb 14, 202253:10