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Improv in Real Life

Jude Treder-Wolff

Booking Overview

An interview-led applied-improvisation show focused on connection, communication, adaptability, leadership, and personal or professional development, featuring practitioners, founders, educators, and researchers as external guests. Credible pitches include applied-improv facilitators, communication and leadership experts, team-development consultants, therapists, and researchers with practical frameworks or relevant organizational experience; booking difficulty is likely low.

Metrics

Episodes: 33

Frequency: Every two weeks

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Listener location: USA

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

judetrederwolff@gmail.com

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Host

Jude Treder-Wolff - Creative arts therapist, social worker, and improviser exploring how improv supports adaptation, communication, connection, and personal and professional development.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Experienced applied-improv practitioners, founders of relevant organizations, communication or leadership professionals, educators, researchers, and facilitators with practical expertise in connection, teamwork, resilience, or professional development.
Required Achievements:  
Founding or leading applied-improvisation organizations, Designing communication, leadership, or team-development programs, Publishing, teaching, speaking, or presenting on improvisation, communication, or professional development

Recent Guest Discussions

Claire Slattery - Connection, Play, Spontaneity, And Rebuilding Interpersonal Skills Through Improv.

Elizabeth Bojsza - Burnout Resilience, Communication, Trust, And The Role Of Improv In Strengthening Teams.

Matt Weinstein - Play, Belonging, Collaboration, And Using Games And Improv To Break Down Barriers.

Kirsten Henning - Adaptability, Empathy, Listening, And Improvisational Skills In Leadership.

Brad Robertson - Applied Improvisation And Activating Possibility Through Live Performance And Discussion.

Recent Topics

Psychology, Personal Development, Improvisation, Communication, Leadership

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Improv in Real Life
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Episode 33: The Brave Space with Katie Watson

September 30, 2026

What if getting comfortable with discomfort could actually make us braver? In this episode, Jude speaks with medical improv pioneer Katie Watson about brave spaces versus safe spaces. They discuss how improv can help us take risks, practice pausing, and trust ourselves to show up more fully, in healthcare and in life. *Connect with Katie - Northwestern, Medical Improv This podcast is brought to you by Lifestage. Lifestage designs and facilitates experiential workshops, classes, and presentat...

Episode 32: The Connection Practice with Claire Slattery

September 16, 2026

What happens when we stop performing and start showing up as we are? In this episode, Jude speaks with Improv Central founder Claire Slattery about using improv to rebuild the muscles of connection, play, and spontaneity. Together, they discuss why practicing in-person, unscripted interaction may be more important than ever in an increasingly digital world. *Connect with Claire: Improv Central, LinkedIn Improv Central 1-Year Anniversary Celebration weekend of events (all for $1 each) - Sept ...

Episode 31: The Burnout Buffer with Elizabeth Bojsza

September 02, 2026

What if one of the best defenses against burnout is the people around us? In this episode, Jude speaks with Elizabeth Bojsza from the Alan Alda Center for Communicating Science about how improv can strengthen communication, connection, and trust, helping teams build the collective resilience to navigate stress together. *Connect with Elizabeth - LinkedIn, Stony Brook University ARTICLE: Burnout and Professional Fulfillment: Associations With Interprofessional Communication Skills and Clima...

Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
Improv in Real Life
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How do I get in touch with Improv in Real Life?

Improv in Real Life is hosted by Jude Treder-Wolff. Its publicly listed email is judetrederwolff@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Improv in Real Life?

The publicly listed email for Improv in Real Life: judetrederwolff@gmail.com.

How many listeners does Improv in Real Life have?

Podseeker estimates Improv in Real Life reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Improv in Real Life?

Improv in Real Life typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Experienced applied-improv practitioners, founders of relevant organizations, communication or leadership professionals, educators, researchers, and facilitators with practical expertise in connection, teamwork, resilience, or professional development. Common among recent guests: Founding or leading applied-improvisation organizations; Designing communication, leadership, or team-development programs; Publishing, teaching, speaking, or presenting on improvisation, communication, or professional development. Recent guests include Claire Slattery, Elizabeth Bojsza, and Matt Weinstein.

How hard is it to get booked on Improv in Real Life?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does Improv in Real Life cover?

Recent episodes cover Psychology, Personal Development, Improvisation, Communication, and Leadership. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

judetrederwolff@gmail.com

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