Episodes
On the very first episode of The Neighborhood Listen, local CVS pharmacist / host Burnt Millipede (Paul F. Tompkins) and local realtor / host Joan Pedestrian (Nicole Parker) discuss a lost green parrot, a mystery whistler, and all things Doug (Brett Morris). Plus, we meet Vanity (Maria Blasucci), a suspicious "carrot red-haired" woman who was caught snooping on potted plants. Make sure to listen and subscribe to THE NEIGHBORHOOD LISTEN, Tuesdays on Earwolf!
Published 06/30/20
In honor of Superego's Sixth season (out Wednesday 1/8 only on Stitcher Premium), we are releasing another episode of Superego Forgotten Classics into the free feed! Plus stay tuned for a sneak peak of season six of Superego. Superego Forgotten Classics is a bold interpretation of Emily Bronte's 'Wuthering Heights.' with Paul F. Tompkins as Heathcliff and Nelly Dean, Matt Gourley as Catherine and The Messenger, Mark McConville as Edgar Linton, Dr. Joseph Mellancamp, and Zilla, James Bladon as...
Published 01/01/20
In honor of Superego: Forgotten Classics's upcoming second season (out 11/20), the brilliant minds behind Superego are releasing an episode from season one for everyone to hear. A bold interpretation of Stephen Crane's "The Red Badge Of Courage" Produced by Matt Gourley and James Bladon with Mark McConville Directed by Matt Gourley Edited by James Bladon with Matt GourleyCAST Paul F. Tompkins as Henry Fleming, Outraged Confederate Soldier #1, and Murderous Union Soldier #2 Matt Gourley as...
Published 11/13/19
Superego Returns - Get ready for six brand new episodes, including two never before heard live shows. All of it coming your way for free on October 9th! 
Published 10/07/19
Paul F. Tompkins says hello and goodbye on this edition of Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul’s very special guest is Spontaneanation’s first and final guest, Busy Philipps of Busy Tonight! They chat about what Busy’s themed restaurant would be and why. Then, they are joined by improvisers Maria Blasucci, Craig Cackowski, Eugene Cordero, Shaun Diston, Amanda Lund, Tawny Newsome, Colleen Smith, Carl Tart, Little Janet Varney, and Jean Villepique, to improvise a story set in Charleston, South...
Published 01/21/19
Paul F. Tompkins pleases theme song rippers on this week’s Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul’s very special guest is Spontaneanation’s own Eban Schletter! Then, they are joined by improvisers Sarah Burns, Nyima Funk, and Victor Yerrid, to improvise a story set in The Jail Underneath Disneyland. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano! This episode is brought to you by Leesa (www.leesa.com/PFT).
Published 01/14/19
Paul F. Tompkins has some fun laughing and welcoming listeners back to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul’s special return guest is hip-hop artist Open Mike Eagle! Then, they are joined by improvisers Ally Beardsley, Chris Grace, and Jacquis Neal, to improvise a story set In a Magician’s Apartment. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano! This episode is brought to you by Squarespace (www.squarespace.com/PFT code: PFT), Palm (www.palm.com), and Leesa...
Published 01/07/19
Paul F. Tompkins welcomes listeners on the eve of a New Year back to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul’s special return guest is comedian Dave Holmes of Homophilia! Then, they are joined by improvisers Laci Mosley, Oscar Montoya, and Santina Muha, to improvise a story set at A New Year’s Day Brunch at a Hotel Restaurant. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!
Published 12/31/18
Paul F. Tompkins wishes listeners a very Merry Christmas on a new Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul’s special return guests are The WorkJuice Players aka Craig Cackowski, Mark Gagliardi, Marc Evan Jackson, Hal Lublin, Annie Savage, and Little Janet Varney. Everyone chats about monkeys they’ve worked with then improvise a story set Inside the Organist’s Room at a Baseball Stadium. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano! This episode is brought to you by...
Published 12/24/18
Paul F. Tompkins welcomes the audience at The Bell House in Brooklyn back to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul’s special guest is comedian Matt Rogers of Las Culturistas! Then, they are joined by improvisers Eugene Cordero and Tawny Newsome, to improvise a story set in Orlando, Florida. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano! This episode is brought to you by National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Palm (www.palm.com), Leesa (www.leesa.com/PFT),...
Published 12/17/18
Paul F. Tompkins welcomes theatre patrons and listeners at home back to Spontaneanation live from The Bell House in Brooklyn! This time out, Paul’s special guest is singer/actress Natalie Walker! Then, they are joined by improvisers Eugene Cordero and Tawny Newsome, to improvise a story set at a Parking Lot at a Phish Concert. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano! This episode is brought to you by The Jim Jefferies Show Podcast, ButcherBox...
Published 12/10/18
Paul F. Tompkins loves that he caught you listening to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul’s special return guest is Erin Gibson of Throwing Shade! Erin chats about which weapon she would prefer be used to kill her, why ghosts aren’t afraid of technology, and Michael Myers being too cool to run. Then, they are joined by improvisers Jordan Black, Stephanie Courtney, and Gary Anthony Williams, to improvise a story set at a 1910s Home Being Renovated In Hudson River Valley. And as always, Eban...
Published 12/03/18
Paul F. Tompkins cries tears of joy as he welcomes everyone back to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul’s special guest is comedian/writer/actor Patti Harrison! Patti chats about which neighborhood she would be in Los Angeles and New York, why she hasn’t been to the dentist in 14 years, and the TV series Beyond Belief: Fact or Fiction. Then, they are joined by improvisers Shulie Cowen, Chad Westbrook, and Ify Nwadiwe, to improvise a story set in a Hospital Parking Lot. And as always, Eban...
Published 11/26/18
Paul F. Tompkins welcomes friends (old and new) back to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul’s special guest is actress Vella Lovell of Crazy Ex-Girlfriend! Vella chats about which celebrity she would like to die in the arms of, the movie Hook, and being a kid watching TV trying to not get caught watching something she shouldn’t have. Then, they are joined by improvisers Kimia Behpoornia, Edgar Momplaisir, and Carla Cackowski, to improvise a story set in Grandma’s Kitchen. And as always, Eban...
Published 11/19/18
Paul F. Tompkins says “I love you” and welcomes you back to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul’s special guest is actress Jameela Jamil of The Good Place! Jameela chats about where she plans to spend the apocalypse, Target being her favorite place on Earth, and the 3 times she broke her nose. Then, they are joined by improvisers & The Good Place all-stars Maribeth Monroe and Marc Evan Jackson, to improvise a story set in a Target. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it...
Published 11/12/18
Paul F. Tompkins welcomes all including Daredevil to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul’s special guest is writer and co-host of “Keep It,” Kara R. Brown! Kara chats about who is her secret crush right now, getting the first ever Distinguished Alumni Award from her small private school, and believing that weddings are not a big deal. Then, they are joined by improvisers Jaime Moyer, Mary Sohn, and Tim Baltz, to improvise a story set in A Jiffy Lube Waiting Room. And as always, Eban (only...
Published 11/05/18
Paul F. Tompkins welcomes the live London audience to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul’s special guest is broadcaster/writer/nice person Starlee Kine! Starlee chats about her relationship with God, her sister’s Shakeology phase, and recently having a full on sister fight in public. Then, they are joined by improvisers Tawny Newsome and Little Janet Varney, to improvise a story set at A Train Platform. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano! This episode...
Published 10/29/18
Paul F. Tompkins welcomes ringtone rippers and everyone else back to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul’s special guest is fantastic performer/drag superstar Trixie Mattel! Trixie chats about the last time he was in a stream, nature related likes/dislikes growing up in the “ country country,” and the effects of cryotherapy. Then, they are joined by improvisers Colleen Smith, Annie Savage, and Oscar Montoya, to improvise a story set in a Pool In Palm Springs. And as always, Eban (only the...
Published 10/22/18
Paul F. Tompkins welcomes all of Detroit to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul’s special guest is musician and actor Christophe Zajac-Denek of Twin Peaks! Christophe chats about putting chewed up pieces of paper into light sockets when he was 5 to 7 years old, his “worst” first kiss, and playing drums in the band Mini Kiss at the AVN Awards. Then, they are joined by improvisers Eugene Cordero, Tawny Newsome, and Little Janet Varney, to improvise a story set at a Hot Spring At A Discount...
Published 10/15/18
Paul F. Tompkins welcomes the beautiful crowd of Detroit to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul’s special guest is the proprietor of Mabel Gray, Chef James Rigato! James chats about recurring dreams that are significant to him, why goats are the hardest to raise and kill, and if given the opportunity, would he try human flesh. Then, they are joined by improvisers Eugene Cordero, Tawny Newsome, and Little Janet Varney, to improvise a story set In Line at a Delayed Lauryn Hill Concert. And as...
Published 10/08/18
Paul, Lauren, and Scott abandon their regular show formats to spend some quality time together on a new podcast. Check out the first two episodes of Threedom in your favorite podcast app. Subscribe to Threedom to hear more free episodes every Thursday. Check out Threedom in Apple Podcasts: applepodcasts.com/threedom
Published 10/04/18
Paul F. Tompkins is glad to be welcoming all back to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul’s special guest is Kether Donohue of You’re the Worst! Kether chats about which album she would recreate in a studio as the lead singer, why she got kicked out of all girls catholic school, and why Scent of a Woman is a must watch. Then, they are joined by improvisers Shaun Diston, Mandell Maughan, and Carl Tart, to improvise a story set in an Amusement Park. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter...
Published 10/01/18
Paul F. Tompkins makes it clear that none are unwelcome to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul’s special guest is actor/comedian Jackie Michele Johnson of Natch Beaut! Jackie chats about what conspiracy she would start, the worst dog she’s ever walked, and her experience doing “the coffee sleeve narc job.” Then, they are joined by improvisers Matt Gourley, Laci Mosley, and Santina Muha, to improvise a story set in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter...
Published 09/24/18
Paul F. Tompkins welcomes the wonderful crowd of Philadelphia back to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul’s special guest is Food Editor for USA Today, Kae Lani! Kae chats about her first job, how her grandfather would pull her in a Radio Flyer Red Wagon to sell plants when she was a kid, and some of the spoof songs she would sing working at Cold Stone Creamery. Then, they are joined by improvisers Eugene Cordero, Tawny Newsome, and Little Janet Varney, to improvise a story set in Germany....
Published 09/17/18