David Escobedo - Dr. of Improv and The Improv Booster

About this episode

David Escobedo discusses his Ph.D. in Improv Training and shares insights on supporting improvisers and artists.

David Escobedo is definitely an Improv treasure! Since we last spoke he received a Ph.D. in Improv Training in the UK. We chat about what that process was like and he gives great tips on anyone pursuing any kind of Ph.D. David is well known around the world as a fabulous improviser , author , father, podcaster and the creator of The Improv Boost, https://www.facebook.com/BoostImprov The Improv Boost is a community with 29K followers! David supports so many improvisers and artists around the world and as he pointed out, not just the "famous" actors but many who are unknown. The Improv Boost is a must for anyone who loves Improv ! David now lives in Chester, UK and is the father of 4 year old Qinton, who is featured on his podcast, "David is Curious" on Apple Podcasts. You can get in touch with David at: https://linktr.ee/MrDavidEscobedo Sign up for his email list here! https://theimprovboost.us1.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=6779da8b62e4ba10af741f734&id=c1f4effc0c

People in this episode

Guest: David Escobedo

Topics covered

• Improv
• Ph.D.
• Comedy
• Community
• Podcasting

Keywords

• The Improv Boost
• improvisation
• Chester UK
• David is Curious

Mentioned in this episode

Products: The Improv Boost, David is Curious

Books & works: Ph.D., David is Curious

Places: UK, Chester

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