Episodes

  • Episode 60: Tristan Wolfe

    Episode 60: Tristan Wolfe
    Apr 16 2026
    Sketch comedian Tristan Wolfe joins Sam to discuss serious prop hoarding, Halloween fun, and when and when not to repurpose things. This week’s props: a (broken) stethoscope and an Amelia Earhart hat.
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    50 mins
  • Episode 59: Gabi Swain

    Episode 59: Gabi Swain
    Apr 2 2026
    Guest Gabi Swain is renovating her office so she brought multiple items to Sam for her wise council. The two discuss memorable childhood performances, buying props/costumes with big plans, and this week’s props: a genie lamp, a cool vintage umbrella, a long Ren Faire skirt and a red store bought Renaissance dress.
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    54 mins
  • Episode 58: Shelley McLendon

    Episode 58: Shelley McLendon
    Mar 19 2026
    Comedian Shelley McLendon and Host Sam discuss how making a prop can create a deep attachment to it and the potential joy in using old props and costumes in everyday life like it’s completely normal. This week’s props: A Horse’s Ass and a Worriers Vest.
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    48 mins
  • Episode 57: Jillian Hartman

    Episode 57: Jillian Hartman
    Feb 26 2026
    Guest Jillian Hartman and Sam discuss the power a character’s costume can have over the performer and discuss the pros and cons of letting go of a prop to allow it to shine. This week’s props: Randy Friednman’s Sunglasses and an Old Timey Scroll.
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    43 mins
  • Episode 56: Katie Congrove

    Episode 56: Katie Congrove
    Jan 1 2026
    Special guest Katie Congrove and Sam discuss ways to help honor items before letting them go and the pair try to analyze Sam’s fever dream. This week’s props: Pubé Salon Mannequin and Sam’s Mom’s Maternity Shirt.
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    55 mins
  • Episode 55: Sarah Beck & Mike Silver

    Episode 55: Sarah Beck & Mike Silver
    Dec 18 2025
    Fans of the pod Mike Silver and Sarah Beck of Comedy Dance Chicago chat with Sam about elaborate props that don’t get much stage time, working with food, and inspire new works of art from old props. This weeks props: Tiny Dancer Puppets and a fake audio board.
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    1 hr
  • Episode 54: Katie Hewko-Dykes

    Episode 54: Katie Hewko-Dykes
    Dec 4 2025
    Comedian Katie Hewko-Dykes is making a big move so of course she needed to discuss her prop collection with Sam. The two give hot takes on Tim Robison with HBO money and chat about how much they love an assignment. This episode’s props: Bop It! and a bunch of Law & Order themed props.
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    Less than 1 minute
  • Episode 53: Sara Jo Geiger

    Episode 53: Sara Jo Geiger
    Nov 6 2025
    The delightful Sara Jo Geiger joins Sam for a conversation about all the high expectations that come with wig purchases and how some items may carry some negative baggage. This week’s props: All of SaraJo’s Wigs and 3 Fencing Swords.
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    54 mins