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Carl Clancy's 5 years in Berlin have been starkly divided into two parts: pre-improv and post-improv. What started out as the typical hedonist's homecoming experienced by most new Berliner's, his lifestyle took a drastic turn when he discovered improv and simultaneously discovered he could go to sleep every night of the week and still enjoy his life. With no performance experience to speak of before he began doing Improv, nowadays little else occupies his thoughts. Through anecdotes both personal and poignant, Carl explores with us the need both on-stage and off-stage for Assuming the Best, a topic on his mind more and more as, in his own words, "the world descends into fascism, essentially." Whether it's a fellow improvisor who makes a tasteless joke, or a family member who takes a stand on the opposite side of an explosive moral issue, we discuss the powerful effect presuming people are fundamentally good and capable of change can have on opening the door to productive dialogue, and thus on our ability to live, learn, and laugh together. In the midst of our conversation, we spy on a motley crew of would-be bank robbers whose diverse yet equally thick accents prevent them from carrying out their meticulously laid plan before we're whisked into the studio audience of the defunct game show, The Dating Game, where a giddy bachelorette must choose between 3 heroic contenders, all vying for her affection. As one of Berlin's most active improvisors, there are not shortage of opportunities to catch Carl on a stage near you. Check out his award winning improv duo, Carl Me Maybe, every month at their fantastic Improv Show/Jam at 800a in Wedding. He can also be seen performing on the CCB House Harold Team, People System, as well as with ComedyShorts Berlin, and countless other sketch and comedy shows throughout the city. Follow his Facebook Page, Carl Clancy Comedy, to keep up to date on all of his comedy escapades. As always, thanks for listening, and be sure to follow us on instagram at @henriandblake for a sneak peek of the next episode of "Improvise Till You Make It!" and to keep posted on all the exciting ways we continue to spread the improv mindset.