Hosts Brandon Gibson (sadly missing Dan the Intern on this one) welcomes comedian/storyteller Dawn Brodey (HILF, The History Channel, Pretty Little Liars) and casting executive/producer Blythe Cappello Asher (Anchorman, Zoolander, Dodgeball, Wild N Out) for a lively and rich deep dive into turning chaos into creativity and pressure into possibility. From first "uh-oh" moments to near-career collapses, Dawn and Blythe reveal how resilience and re-framing transformed setbacks into momentum. Improv games like Radio Shuffle-where bizarre talk shows pop up on the dial-and Commentary, a play-by-play of everyday life, keep the laughs flowing. With real listener questions, candid insights, and plenty of humor, the episode explores improvisation, adaptability, and the art of the pivot-closing with advice to their younger selves and the reminder: "The scene isn't over until you decide it is."

In this high-energy episode, Brandon welcomes improv legend Mark Gagliardi and award-winning producer/director Diane Foster for a masterclass in navigating chaos with courage, humor, and heart. From make-or-break moments on stage to high-stakes pivots behind the camera, they reveal how embracing uncertainty can spark your greatest breakthroughs — and how learning to trust your instincts, even when everything feels like it’s collapsing, can transform pressure into possibility.

Brandon sits down with actor Lauren Pritchard (MADtv, Modern Family, How I Met Your Mother) and producer Trip Taylor (Jackass, Nitro Circus, Bad Grandpa), president of Sunny Skye Productions. The conversation is a mix of deep and personal & heartfelt and hilarious as they open up about overcoming obstacles, navigating the ups and downs of Hollywood, and finding strength in resilience. True to the spirit of the show, Brandon brings them into a few improv-inspired games that spark big laughs while uncovering deeper truths about persistence, creativity, and never taking life too seriously. Whether you're chasing dreams, bouncing back from setbacks, or just in need of a good laugh, this episode is packed with inspiration and energy you don't want to miss. It's a long one!

In this powerful and playful episode of Brandon Gibson: The Podcast, actor Joaquin Garay III (Billy Knight, The Goldbergs, Herbie Goes Bananas) and actor Jensen Atwood (Noah's Arc, Spilled Paint, The Family Business: New Orleans) sit down with Brandon to share raw, unfiltered stories of resilience. From growing up in South Central Los Angeles, to navigating the rollercoaster of childhood stardom, to battling addiction and even surviving a stroke, both men open up about how adversity shaped their artistry and their lives. With Brandon steering the conversation through humor, honesty, and improv games, the episode reveals how struggle becomes strength, and how saying "Yes, And" can turn even life's darkest moments into opportunities for growth. Equal parts hilarious and heartfelt, this episode is a masterclass in perseverance, adaptability, and finding light in the chaos.

From TV sets to C-suites, Brandon Gibson brings the fearless mindset of improv to the real world. CEOs, creatives, and industry disruptors join him to unpack the unscripted moments that changed everything. It’s bold, hilarious, occasionally inappropriate — and packed with takeaways you’ll actually use.
If you’re ready to lead, pivot, or just laugh your way through the chaos — hit play.