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CATP: Season 5

S05P03: Erik Griffin

Phoner with comedian and actor Erik Griffin! Erik comes on to talk prior to the release of his forthcoming album ‘Technical Foul: Volume One’ being released March 12th, 2013. Listen...

S05E25: Stefan Brogren

Heading back to school with actor, director and producer Stefan Brogren. Last ep of the season and we do it in style with a fantastic and funny friend and drinking...

S05E24: Carolyn Bennett

This week we welcome “Five Time Guest to the Podcast” Carolyn Bennett, and no, she’s not THAT ONE. Always a pleasure to have Carolyn on the show, we get caught...

S05E23: Rachel Bonnetta

Kicking it off with Rachel Bonnetta. This week a very special guest joins us, in Rachel Bonnetta, Brand Ambassador for Toronto FC as well as personality on KickTV. Join Rachel...

S05E22: Glenn Sumi

Getting all judgey with Glenn Sumi. We have this week one of the most well-read (can you read theatre, opera, dance and comedy?) reviewers in all of Toronto, and aficionado...

S05E21: Jason Blanchard

Taking a different tack with comedian Jason Blanchard. tva loves his time with old friend and comedian Jason, so why the heck not record it for an ep? Here’s a...

S05E20: Andre Arruda

Biggin’ it up with comedian Andre Arruda. Long-time friend and very funny man Andre joins tva as Darcy grabs his tea, leaves and goes to be sick elsewhere. He is...

S05E19: Trixx

Getting siiiiiiick with comedian Trixx. Recorded in Ottawa while both Trixx and tva were performing at Absolute Comedy, this is a wonderful conversation about comedy and music. Truly wonderful! Join...

S05E18: STAFF PARTY!

Welcome to the Staff Party! tva and Darcy chat away guest-less. Still pretty fun! Join the staff at CATP Towers as we cover: – The whole Christmas family ordeal –...

S05E17: Steve Dylan & Christian Potenza

Driving off with comedian Steve Dylan and actor Christan Potenza. Two wonderful guests this week both involved in a pretty cool sounding show. Join Christain, Steve and tva as we...

S05E16: Ali Hassan

Cooking up mischief with Ali Hassan. A wonderful chat with fellow comic and food nerd Ali. Do come and join us. Join Ali, tva, and Darcy as we bleed the...

S05B02: Reid Janisse & Bryn McAuley

Bonus episode time! We were honoured to gather some chat with cast members from this year’s Toronto pantomime Snow White. We were able to talk with improvisor Reid Janisse and...

S05E14: Lisa Berry & Dion Johnstone

Double-guest-dose with acting Power Couple Lisa Berry and Dion Johnstone. A wonderful couple of actors and a wonderful couple. Want to test that? They’ve done home reno and still talk...

S05P02: Jonathan Dunne

Having a way with words with Irish author Jonathan Dunne. Jonathan calls us from his home in Spain to talk about his latest book “Balloon Animals”. Feel free to go...

S05E13: Adam Growe

Getting answers with “Cash Cab Canada” host and affable taxi driver Adam Growe. We welcome the return of funny man and quizmaster Adam to talk about his time on CCC,...

S05E12: Jeff Elliott

Holding it in with Jeff Elliott. Friend and comedian Jeff Elliott joins Todd in studio for what’s been a long time coming. Always good to have him back. Join Jeff...

S05E11: Glen Foster

Maple syrup time with comedian Glen Foster. Glen has performed on several Just For Laughs specials, and it’s a pleasure to bring him into Season Five of the podcast. Join...

S05E10: Matt O’Brien

Getting spooky with fellow comedian and podcaster Matt O’Brien. Fellow podcaster and funster Matt slides by on this HALLOWE’EN SPECTACULAR! It’s “spectacular” in that they talk about Hallowe’en in a...

S05P01: Dan Cummins

Sittin’ a spell porch-side with comedian Dan Cummins. Dan calls us from his home in Santa Monica with his new album ‘Hear This!’ in tow. Join Dan and tva as...

S05E09: Trent McClellan

Knot tying with Trent McClellan. Great friend and funny comedian Trent McClellan joins us once again on his annual sojourn to Ontario. Always a pleasure with this guy. Join Trent,...

S05E08: Tim Nutt

Going west with comedian Tim Nutt. Comedian Tim Nutt shows up to the studios for a wonderful chat about shows, cinema, and Star Wars! Join Tim and tva as they...

S05E07: ILLUSIONOID

Pitching in with Paul Bates, Nug, and Lee Smart, also known as “Illusionoid” Recorded live at Comedy Bar in Toronto, the Illusionoids show up and talk up a storm. Join...

S05E06: John Hastings

Running along the Fringe with comedian John Hastings. John comes by the CATP Studios for one last visit before his move to the UK. He’ll be sadly missed. He’s not...

S05E05: Corbin Tomaszeski

Taking over with Chef Corbin Tomaszeski. Now hosting a new show on Food Network we took some time to talk about it, food, and other great tasty treats. Join Corbin,...

S05E04: Matt Davis

Getting learned with our friend from Alabama, comedian Matt Davis. Friend Matt joins tva in Montreal for the last of our broadcasts recorded at Just for Laughs this year. Always...

S05E03: Glen Peloso

Stylin’ it up with designer, actor and celebrity Glen Peloso. Did you know Glen comes from an acting background? Maybe that’s why he’s so awesome on shows like “Restaurant Makeover”....

S05E02: Nathan Macintosh

Fashion tips from comedian and friend Nathan Macintosh. Another recorded episode while tva was in Montreal for the Just For Laughs festival, tva reconnects with Nathan in an episode that...

S05B01: Canadian Comedy Awards: Podcast Symposium

The Pod People: A Non-Terrestrial Invasion Guests: Todd Van Allen (moderator) Sean Cullen (The Sean Pod) Emmett Hall (A Beautiful Podcast) Graham Clark (Stop Podcasting Yourself) Adam Christie (Hold Your...

S05E01: Greg Behrendt

Starting out Season 5 with a bang with comedian, musician, and author Greg Behrendt. Recorded while tva was in Montreal for the Just For Laughs festival, Greg records a wonderful...