(Improvised) Intelligence from Noah Vargas

This week on Improvised Intelligence , Noah Vargas sits down with Johnny Magna — a professional wrestler and Power Slap competitor who’s redefining what it means to be an entertainer and an athlete. Johnny shares stories from the world of pro wrestling , opens up about the mental and physical toll of Power Slap , and breaks down how he’s built resilience both inside and outside the ring. They talk...

Special guest, stand-up comedian Anthony A joins the podcast for a special edition of Saturday's live episode with AJ DeLeon guest producing as well. Find Anthony on Instagram @anthonyacomedyFind AJ on Instagram @ajdeleoncomedyFollow us here! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/46eFKCrHGNkWejeT8XpcjTInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/improvisedintelligencepod/Facebook: https://www.faceboo...

Discussing the alleged assassin of Charlie Kirk, Jimmy Kimmel's firing, and the lynching in Mississippi. Follow us here! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/46eFKCrHGNkWejeT8XpcjTInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/improvisedintelligencepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/improvisedintelligencepod/Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/improvisedintelligencepodProduced by Royal Tier Production...

🎙️ Comedian Jared Ostrom joins us to talk about the art of stand-up and sketch comedy writing — from building punchlines to creating sketches that land. We dive into his process, inspirations, and funniest on-stage stories, with plenty of laughs along the way. A must-listen for fans of stand-up, sketch comedy, and anyone curious about how comedians write. Find Jared on Instagram @jaredostromcomedy...

Discussing the assassination of Charlie Kirk, what we know, internet discourse surrounding it, and how we must move forward. Noah is joined in studio by Nico Garcia. Follow us here! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/46eFKCrHGNkWejeT8XpcjTInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/improvisedintelligencepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/improvisedintelligencepod/Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/i...

Discussing First Amendment issues in the United States and the State of Israel's continued lies about the genocide in Gaza. Follow us here! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/46eFKCrHGNkWejeT8XpcjTInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/improvisedintelligencepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/improvisedintelligencepod/Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/improvisedintelligencepodProduced by Ro...

Sports radio host Fred Slow joins the Improvised Intelligence Podcast to talk about the world of professional wrestling, stand-up comedy, and entertainment in the Southwest . As the co-founder of Duke City Championship Wrestling , Fred shares how the promotion is growing in Albuquerque, New Mexico , and why wrestling fans are more passionate than ever. We also dig into Fred’s background in sports...

In this episode, we chat with T-Baby , a photographer and videographer from Albuquerque, about the art of self-promotion, collaborating with comedians, and capturing performances on and off stage. Expect laughs, creative advice, and stories from the world of comedy and videography—all with T-Baby’s unique perspective as a creative and LGBTQ+ artist. Perfect for comedians, photographers, and anyone...

This week on Improvised Intelligence Podcast , comedians Tyler Lovely and Jake Otero join us for a hilarious deep dive into the Albuquerque comedy scene, the weirdest new trends (yes, cell phone vapes are real), and their takes on movies, comedy life, and everything in between. 🎙️ In this episode: Life in the Albuquerque stand-up scene Comedy road stories & behind-the-scenes laughs Movies that...

Comedy, philosophy, and chaos as two best friends swap NMMI stories. Noah Vargas is joined by his best friend Coleman Briscoe for a hilarious mix of military school memories, sarcastic philosophy, and catching up after years of friendship . The two dive into their time at the New Mexico Military Institute (NMMI) , share ridiculous stories, and somehow manage to argue about philosophy like “two idi...

In this episode Noah sits down with comedian Nicholas Ceppaglia to talk about the highs, lows, and hilarious realities of balancing stand-up comedy with being a father. From late nights on stage at the legendary Comedy Mothership to early mornings with his wife and child, Nicholas shares how he’s building a career in comedy while raising a family. Whether you’re a comedian, a parent, or just love...

In this unfiltered and hilarious episode, stand-up comedian and actress Allison Wojtowecz joins us to talk about her journey through the Austin comedy scene, balancing acting and filmmaking, and being honest about health, body image, and eating disorders. We dig into the realities of chasing a creative life, staying healthy on the road, and what it’s really like trying to "make it" in Au...

In this episode, comedian Reilly Gilmore shares his journey from leaving home to pursuing stand-up full-time in Austin, Texas , where he became a door guy at Joe Rogan’s Comedy Mothership . We dive into what it takes to build a career in comedy, the importance of finding your voice on stage, and what life is really like inside one of the most talked-about comedy clubs in the country. 👉 Hit follow...

Albuquerque political hopeful Nate Sierra joins the show to talk Trump’s influence in 2025 , China’s long game against America , and the homelessness crisis in New Mexico . We dive into local corruption , the future of U.S. politics , and what Sierra believes it’ll take to turn the country around — starting at the city level. This is a bold, unfiltered conversation at the intersection of local and...

Discussing James Gunn's Superman. Follow us here! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/46eFKCrHGNkWejeT8XpcjTInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/improvisedintelligencepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/improvisedintelligencepod/Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/improvisedintelligencepodProduced by Royal Tier Productions LLCIntro/Outro Theme written by Toby GomezSupport the podcast here!ht...

What’s it really like to live out of your car, travel the country, and make people laugh in the wildest places on Earth? This week, I’m joined by Trish Smart , a fearless stand-up comedian, Kill Tony alum, and comedy show producer who’s built a career outside the usual club scene. We talk about: 🚐 Life as a traveling comedian and finding gigs on the road 🔥 Producing stand-up shows at Burning Man...

Kymb Adamson joins me for a vulnerable and hilarious first conversation about family struggles, choosing freedom, and living life on her terms. From traveling the world to ignoring society’s expectations, Kymb shares how she built a life that’s authentic; even if it’s unconventional. 🎙️ Listen now for a real, relatable conversation about family, freedom, and forging your own path.

Greg is a musician and guitarist for the Slums of Harvard. He can be found on Instagram @gregmseay and the Slums can be found @slumsofharvardJamar is a stand-up comedian from Albuquerque, NM. He can be found on Instagram @thewurdsmiffFollow us here! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/46eFKCrHGNkWejeT8XpcjTInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/improvisedintelligencepod/Facebook: https://www.face...

Discussing the Zohran's NYC Mayor win, and next week's Quezada's Comedy Battle. Follow us here! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/46eFKCrHGNkWejeT8XpcjTInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/improvisedintelligencepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/improvisedintelligencepod/Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/improvisedintelligencepodProduced by Royal Tier Productions LLCIntro/Outro...

Jamar is a stand-up comedian from Albuquerque, NM. He can be found on Instagram @thewurdsmiffFollow us here! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/46eFKCrHGNkWejeT8XpcjTInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/improvisedintelligencepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/improvisedintelligencepod/Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/improvisedintelligencepodProduced by Royal Tier Productions LLCIntro/Outro...

Discussing the US' strike on Iran, and the recently released 28 Years Later. Follow us here! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/46eFKCrHGNkWejeT8XpcjTInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/improvisedintelligencepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/improvisedintelligencepod/Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/improvisedintelligencepodProduced by Royal Tier Productions LLCIntro/Outro Theme writt...

Daniel Chavez is an independent candidate for Albuquerque's mayor. He can be found on his website https://www.chavezformayor.com/ and on his social media links https://www.facebook.com/chavezformayorabqhttps://www.instagram.com/danielchavezformayor/https://www.tiktok.com/@chavezformayorhttps://www.threads.com/@danielchavezformayorhttps://x.com/dchavezformayorFollow us here! Spotify: https://op...

Discussing Israel's recent strikes on Iran and their leadership. Follow us here! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/46eFKCrHGNkWejeT8XpcjTInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/improvisedintelligencepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/improvisedintelligencepod/Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/improvisedintelligencepodProduced by Royal Tier Productions LLCIntro/Outro Theme written by Toby G...

Alpana is a filmmaker, producer, and mayoral candidate in Albuquerque's 2025 mayoral race. She can be found on her website at https://votemayoradair.com/Follow us here! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/46eFKCrHGNkWejeT8XpcjTInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/improvisedintelligencepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/improvisedintelligencepod/Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/improvisedinte...

Mayling Armijo is a Mayoral Candidate in Albuquerque, NM. She can be found on Instagram @armijo4mayor and on her website https://armijo4mayor.com Follow us here! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/46eFKCrHGNkWejeT8XpcjTInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/improvisedintelligencepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/improvisedintelligencepod/Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/improvisedintelligenc...