Guys, this is our season finale! (Reggae Horn) We also hit another minor, but great milestone with this episode. Say hello to episode 40!! How cool is that? If you've listened to us from the start, you're amazing. If you just started, where were you? It makes sense to have Kristine Shadid join us for another episode. She's stupid funny, a great fri…

It's good to be back! Two episodes left until our summer break and we gotta be honest, sometimes getting to the studio to record together is just magic. In today's episode, Christina tells a story about confronting the man who was sending her sexually suggestive poetry and how she misinterpreted his kind gestures. It was this meeting that helped Ch…

Ok folks, this is one of those episodes you're going to want to listen through the whole thing. We were thrilled to host Ryan's wife Sara today's episode. Of course, she does it all with grace and poise while Ryan and Christina manage to make it awkward as hell. In the rest of today's episode, Ryan and Christina launch a small business for all your…

We had so much fun recording this episode. Sometimes you just get a little hyper and things get stupid. Christina, fresh off a trip to London and Ryan, fresh off birthing and delivery courses with his wife, have plenty to talk about. On today's episode Ryan teaches Christina about her body and what she can expect during childbirth. It's as informat…

It's important in a friendship to call out your friends when they are acting awkward. It's important to be that person who can protect them from public embarrassment by giving them gentle advice. If your friend was so obsessed with Paddington Bear that they had to budget the amount of money they spent Paddington Bear swag, you would step in right? …

On today's episode, Christina and Ryan go live to Coachella to give a rundown of all the sick fashion, accessories, bands, and celeb gossip. You won't believe the interview they scored with Johnny Depp, Christopher Plummer, and Mandy Moore. You know, all the talk of upcoming fatherhood has Ryan thinking about 1) his dad bod goals and 2) being a dad…

Have you ever been out in public with someone, maybe a friend or lover, who is awful to service staff? What do you do? Can you even be friends with them or is it something you just tell yourself is a cute quirk and you look past it? Today we answer that question. We've all seen awful movies. But you know when there are those awful movies you just l…

Did you know we have listeners in France?? Huh. What a joy it is to provide another delightful episode for you. On today's episode Christina learns about Ryan's unfortunate tanning incident which occurred on his recent trip to Hawaii. The results of which left Christina disgusted and sick to her stomach. Christina shares a story about the worst "al…

We're back! Today, Christina breaks the harsh news to Ryan that she is not interested in co-staring on the Amazing Race with him. Christina also goes into great detail about what her Tinder profile would be and why it's so hard to meet a man on a dating app. It's not all bad though, Ryan offers Christina stellar dating advice and they also reminisc…

Does this episode bring you joy? Then keep it, if not, throw it away. Thank you for tuning in yet again and joining us for another episode! It's the dog days of winter and here you are, turning up to make us happy. Surprisingly, this episode goes off the rails when Christina starts talking about Bunz Trading and Ryan is seeking advice for selling a…

It's always fun when we can base a whole episode off Christina's heart-break. You'll never guess what we base this episode off of this time.... On today's episode we spend an inordinate amount of time arguing about new sexual slang. Ryan learns why Christina is a mouth-breather by obligation, not choice and we seek to answer the age old question, h…

Happy New Year! Life isn't easy. Recording a podcast after breaking up with your long-time partner isn't easy either, but if you're not laughing, you're crying. In our first episode of 2019, Christina shares how the first few weeks of singleness have unfolded. If you don't love Christina as a strong, amazing woman after this episode, you never will…

There is nothing better than celebrating our last episode of 2018 with you! It's been a fantastic year all thanks to you. In today's episode Christina talks about her wild persona at holiday parties and the dumbest couple fight she's ever been in. She also talks about what is likely the most ludicrous shower schedule in the world. We decided to fin…

This is the second last episode of 2018! This year has been something, hasn't it? Yikes. Have you rated and shared and reviewed Scene Partners in 2018? We'd love it if you would!One of the most effective ways to get what you want, is writing a letter to big corporate giants. Ryan talks about his experience of getting a free car from Mazda and remem…

Wow this was such a fun episode to record. Maybe there was something in the water but you'll be able to tell during our time with our wonderful guest Kristine Shadid, things get a bit stupid. In today's episode Ryan becomes Christina's life coach, they argue over the size of an elephant's penis and each discuss (in detail) their breakups. Kristine …

Our first episode after our trip to New York! Ya, ya, it was fun but it's good to be home. On today's episode Christina attacks Ryan for some of his behaviour on the trip and he just takes the criticism in stride. Christina begins to prep her stand-up set for her office Christmas party, which will be a mess. Ryan asks Christina for some office advi…

So, Scene Partners isn't perfect. Did we record this episode before Ariana Grande and Pete Davidson broke up? Yes. Did we leave in our conversation about them being a cute couple despite their break up? Yes. Deal with it! We're doing our best over here. Please enjoy this episode about love and loss. This episode we welcome Hayley Robateau who brigh…

Now that we're past Canadian Thanksgiving, it's time to talk about body goals. It's hard to achieve your body goals, that's why they are goals. Ryan talks about getting as close as he ever will to his body goals, while Christina talks swimwear. On this episode, Ryan and Christina record in studio for the first time of season two and catch up from t…

Sometimes you come up with a stupid idea but because you already advertised it, you need to follow-thru with it. Ryan stupidly had an idea for a live show and Christina stupidly didn't stop him. In truth we had a blast recording live in Ottawa for some of the most wonderful people. We were so fortunate to have incredibly funny people from Crush Imp…

First off, thanks everyone for being so kind and listening to our first season! You guys made it all worthwhile. We also met so many amazing comedians that are making the world a better place and funny as all hell. On today's episode, Christina reads an old letter to a former teacher that she wrote on her first week of university. It's a wild ride …

This is our second last episode of the season! Wow! We were thrilled to have Shit Hot Shit Show - an Ottawa-based sketch comedy group join us to promo their Ottawa Fringe Festival show. Lindsay, one of the cast members, does a very funny sketch about a phone sex operator in the 1980s but I had to cut it for time. What you will hear on this episode …

Before we tell you about this episode, two quick things!First, Scene Partners is planning a live show! Book it in your calendars. On September 12th, Scene Partners will be recording their kick-off of Season 2. You can be part of the show and see some special guests from Season 1. Second, please rate and subscribe to the show. We love that. Now, bac…

This episode never really gets started. See, Ryan asks Christina about a recent quote by DJ Khalid, she obviously doesn't know who DJ Khalid is and from there, it all goes down hill. Also, why do awkward things happen in bathrooms? Why can't we just be in peace. Christina talks about her recent stand-up success in L.A. and the men of her dreams she…

Would you date your step-sibling? Why would you even answer this question. It's best if you don't even answer. On this week's episode Ryan talks about his girls weekend and Christina plots how to be the sexiest person in L.A. Des Warmington, one of Ottawa's best and more inappropriate improvisers joins us to talk about life and love. She's funny an…

Happy Spring! On this episode we are privileged to have improviser Colleen Wang join us. She provides possibly the best premise for a scene we've ever received and gives some advice to a woman who can't seem to jump through enough hoops for her dirtbag husband. Ryan takes the Spring weather as a cue to rage against people's behaviour on celebrity d…

Ryan has his suspicions confirmed when he goes back FAR on Christina's facebook. She's the girl you thought she would be. Ryan likewise decides to talk about his edgy phase. Probably one of his best phases but was too short-lived. On today's episode Chelsea Fahey joins Scene Partners to tell us whether or not JP was a good student when she taught h…

Because this is Ryan's birthday episode, it was time for Christina to tell Ryan her favourite thing about him. She struggles and then fails mightily. Ryan complains about a very relatable part of air travel, while Christina plugs a movie about toilet paper as her "must watch" movie of the year. We were thrilled to host Angus MacDonald on this week'…

Ever wonder what it's like to be friends with Christina? It's high pressure, scary, and 24/7. In today's episode Ryan recalls his and Christina's first interaction (preview, it was awkward). Ryan also breaks down the Sex and the City feud and we interview Kennedy Ryan, a hilarious Ottawa based comedian, shaming shitty dude, one joke at a time.…

Have you ever wondered how to burn your friend on instagram? Ryan has it figured it out. Christina also shares her roadblocks to getting a gym membership. This episode we welcome Greg Houston to join us and talk about life as a stand up and we offer relationship advice to a mother with a simple problem. So simple you'd question if she's ever heard …

Do you watch Grace and Frankie? Do you love to cry? Cry like an Olympic montage? For the first time, we interview a new improviser to get her perspective on fears and joys of her new hobby. We also give perhaps the best relationship advice you’ve ever heard. It’s a doozy.

On our 10th episode, we bring on our first stand up comedian to talk about joke writing and how a different crowd impacts how you tell your jokes. Christina talks about one of her new favourite TV shows with an awful name and Ryan understands a mother in laws problems instantly.

How do you get revenge on co-workers? You know, really good revenge. Also, what leads to celebrity cheating? Ryan pitches his favourite British TV show and Christina tries to compete with Ryan for the love of our guest, Marshall Lloyd. She loses.

In an effort to start the New Year off right, Christina pressures Ryan to be more positive. Her new “positive” segment is an exercise in frustration. It’s also a chance for Christina to offer her first on-air relationship advice. Ryan seeks advice for talking to an ex.

On today's episode Ryan decides to vent some pretty pent up rage about happenings in his office. Christina also works through holding a grudge that her voice may not always be soothing. We also interview Jordan Moffat a character expert, and begin trying our own impressions.

It's time for Ryan to teach Christina how to have a hot date. And whose responsibility is it to be a political comedian? Poor Jimmy Fallon receives their scorn.

Christina discovers that Netflix understands her better than she could ever imagine and Ryan needs a moment to vent about the Bachelor. There is also this moment where they both realize they are aging rapidly and it's kinda sad. But also funny.

Christina finally talks about her experience flirting with nice Christian boys and Ryan finds out how pretentious he can be while ordering a drink. This episode features Kristine Shadid.

This week Christina and Ryan ask where did all the good rom coms go and whether a show can change after being called out as offensive. This episode features Matt Barrow as special guest.

Ryan and Christina talk about the balance between their 9-5 career and living their comedy lives. Christina listens to Ryan's idea for new stand up material and they dish on what makes a show funny...