The Backline

Canadian Comedy Award winners Rob Norman and Adam Cawley discuss weekly improv-based topics based on a theme.
Feb 05 2026

Fresh Start

We all make mistakes—but how do we recover when they happen onstage? Is there a magic phrase an improviser can...
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Dec 11 2025

Bulldozer

In this episode, Rob and Adam dive into the challenges of handling heavy offers, navigating information overload, and figuring out...
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Dec 08 2025

Touch the Lamassu!

This week, Rob and Adam tackle a tricky question: does your improv teacher have secrets to share, or are they...
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Nov 21 2025

Spark-less

Rob and Adam talk about navigating your improv career, dealing with self-doubt, and having honest conversations with yourself about what's...
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Nov 04 2025

Offensive

Improv is not historically known for being offensive, but sometimes improvisers cross the line.  Why is comedy so frequently associated...
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