OverviewToday I’m joined by Jimmy Carrane, an improv teacher, actor, performer, and writer. Jimmy has worked with people like Chris Farley, Mike Myers, Tina Fey, and Steven Colbert and is a fixture of the Chicago improv world. In this conversation, we talk about how improv saved Jimmy’s life, why improv appeals to folks who’ve had difficult childhoods, and what it’s like to see your friends get famous.On a more personal level, we talk about addiction, the value of group therapy, and how Jimmy has gone on to heal an extremely difficult childhood. HighlightsResourcesJimmy Carrane’s website Improv Nerd Podcast, Jimmy’s showJimmy’s small group improv classesFrom Jimmy’s blog“When Class Gets Complicated““The importance of Expressing Yourself” from Jimmy’s blog“Evanston comedian talks fatherhood, self-doubt in latest one-person show” in The Daily NorthwesternGet in touchNewsletter: chrisbordoni.com/newsletterTwitter: @ChrisBordoniInstagram: @chrisbordoniLinkedIn: cbordoniWeb: chrisbordoni.comThanks so much for listening!