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The Backline

The Backline

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Canadian Comedy Award winners Rob Norman and Adam Cawley discuss weekly improv-based topics based on a theme. Art
Episodes
  • Crossing the Line

    Crossing the Line
    28 Oct 2026
    Improv is all about free expression. What do you do when an improv partner crosses a line onstage? Or accidentally says the wrong thing? Rob and Adam talk boundaries, difficult conversations, and how to address bad behaviour without blowing up the group. Because sometimes the hardest part of improv happens afterwards in the green room. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
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    52 min
  • Bad Coach, Good Advice

    Bad Coach, Good Advice
    26 Oct 2026
    This week, Rob and Adam open up the Backline Mailbag to discuss an anonymous question on the podcast. What should you do if you aren't having fun on a team? What if you don't respect your coach? What if the notes you're receiving aren't making a better improviser? We'll discuss conflict resolution, changing your mindset, and reinforcing your goals. Also, the soft launch of Improv Modules. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
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    57 min
  • Untenable Position

    Untenable Position
    14 Oct 2026
    Every scene, you step onstage and pray for a easy, fun, and straight-forward scene to improvise. But sometimes, you accidentally stumble into a scenario that feels impossible to win. This week, Second City alumni Adam Cawley attempts to manoeuvre out of three very difficult scenic positions. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
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    46 min
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