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Bev Makes Friends

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Rating
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This podcast has
32 episodes
Language
English
Publisher
Betsy Rives
Explicit
Yes
Date created
2026/02/06
Latest episode
2026/11/02
Average duration
37 min.
Release period
9 days

Description

Beverly Lee L'Anderson just wants to make friends and be famous. Join Bev as she records guests in her living room and pursues her dreams. This improvised comedy is created by Betsy Rives and features guest comedians each episode.

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Full No Alibi Show (listen to season 2 first)
2026/11/02
For those curious about the Bev x No Alibi collaboration, this is the full show in the No Alibi Improv format. This was the show as originally recorded in its entirety. Bev then took this show recording and added more interviews with suspects, shared her own perspective, and changed the order of scenes. You will find the content in the full show is largely the same as what is covered in the season 2 episodes 1-5. If you haven't already, listen to those episodes first. Performers: Nate Brosy as Uncle Catholic, Madeline Evans as John Dylan Ryan, Stuart Fleisher as Joe Billy Billy Joe, Joshua Quinn as Barry Franks, Maddie Ruark as Creme Bru'labia, Faith Volpe as Mike Hawk, Betsy Rives as Bev, with musical theme created my Sam Aluyon
Vengeance Victims
2026/10/30
Bev solves the case and identifies the killer, but she's not exactly sure how she did it. Good thing Uncle, Barry, Joe Billy Billy Joe, and a ghost talker are there to help her put the pieces together. This is the finale of a limited series collaboration between Bev Makes Friends and No Alibi Improv. Performers: Nate Brosy as Uncle Catholic, Madeline Evans as John Dylan Ryan, Stuart Fleisher as Joe Billy Billy Joe, Joshua Quinn as Barry Franks, Maddie Ruark as Creme Bru'labia, Faith Volpe as Mike Hawk, Betsy Rives as Bev, with musical theme created my Sam Aluyon
Money Moves
2026/10/29
With 2 dead bodies and 4 potential suspects in the hotel, Bev tries the "follow the money" method to solve this crime. Detectiving is proving harder than Bev expected. The only way this could get worse is if more people died. This is a limited series collaboration between Bev Makes Friends and No Alibi Improv. Performers: Nate Brosy as Uncle Catholic, Madeline Evans as John Dylan Ryan, Stuart Fleisher as Joe Billy Billy Joe, Joshua Quinn as Barry Franks, Maddie Ruark as Creme Bru'labia, Faith Volpe as Mike Hawk, Betsy Rives as Bev, with musical theme created my Sam Aluyon
Love Lost
2026/10/20
John Dylan Ryan is dead! Bev is now looking for a serial killer. She starts with some of her news lady reporting clips from the start of the day before jumping forward in time to listen to the security footage of John Dylan Ryan's murder on the 6th floor (the floor for hooking up). Bev learns some startling new details about both Mike Hawk's and John Dylan Ryan's deaths. Sadly, the only suspect Bev can eliminate now is John Dylan Ryan. Everyone else is still very suspicious. This is a limited series collaboration between Bev Makes Friends and No Alibi Improv. Performers: Nate Brosy as Uncle Catholic, Madeline Evans as John Dylan Ryan, Stuart Fleisher as Joe Billy Billy Joe, Joshua Quinn as Barry Franks, Maddie Ruark as Creme Bru'labia, Faith Volpe as Mike Hawk, Betsy Rives as Bev, with musical theme created my Sam Aluyon
Power Play
2026/10/13
Bev continues searching for Mike Hawk's killer by reviewing security footage from before and after the murder. Unfortunately, there is no shortage of people who hate Mike... and no shortage of people who seem to be lying or keeping secrets. This is a limited series collaboration between Bev Makes Friends and No Alibi Improv. Performers: Nate Brosy as Uncle Catholic, Madeline Evans as John Dylan Ryan, Stuart Fleisher as Joe Billy Billy Joe, Joshua Quinn as Barry Franks, Maddie Ruark as Creme Bru'labia, Faith Volpe as Mike Hawk, Betsy Rives as Bev, with musical theme created my Sam Aluyon
Mike Hawk's Dead
2026/10/06
Mike Hawk, of Mikey's Boxing Gym, has been murdered during the convention at the Grand Colonel Hotel. No one seems to know who did it! Luckily, Bev was on the scene doing her new news lady job. This could be her big break as a detective news lady. This is a limited series collaboration between Bev Makes Friends and No Alibi Improv. Performers: Nate Brosy as Uncle Catholic, Madeline Evans as John Dylan Ryan, Stuart Fleisher as Joe Billy Billy Joe, Joshua Quinn as Barry Franks, Maddie Ruark as Creme Bru'labia, Faith Volpe as Mike Hawk, Betsy Rives as Bev, with musical theme created my Sam Aluyon
The Voice and the Novice
2026/09/08
To help Bev prepare for her upcoming radio news lady job, famous local radio host, Portia, stops by to share some tips. Cal Callahan, of the Colonel news paper, joins them as Bev's mentee. It turns out a big part of having a face for radio is beauty, obtained through Time Inversion Tablets. Hopefully beauty helps Bev as she and Cal pursue "true" crime podcasting. Guests: Karie Vieira as Portia; and Erica Acebo as Cal
The Clip and the Clip
2026/09/03
When Bev's timer broke, some show recordings went over time!!!! Some bits had to be cut for time. These are some of those silly bits. If you're looking for super goofy, chaotic, and nonsensicalness - this is for you! Guests: Gabriella Gordon, Cozmuh Sylth, Austin Leal, Austin Combs, Finn Rueffert, Maddie Ruart, Brad Lasky, Stephen Johnson, Leslie North, Ethan Boone, Michael Smith, Joseph Lopez, Marietta Mendler, Mads Nau, and Aaren Lasky.
The Rocks and the Hard Place
2026/08/25
Saff is back at Bev's for some robe time! But before gossip and games begin, Gaylord P. Stiles (owner of the crystal shop before the dump) stops by with gifts, spells, and a plea for friends. Bev tries hard to build friendship with Gaylord, but Saff is hesitant... a challenge even magic can't fix. Guests: Scottie Rowell as Saff; and Karie Vieira as Gaylord
The Un-aliver and the Lover
2026/08/04
Pat and Cat Jacket, of Crime Scene She Wrote fame, visit Bev to promote their 437 different forensic reenactments. These detailed videos not only help students learn to identify clues to solve crimes, but also give Bev a glimpse into the complex balance of reality and pretend in the Jackets' marriage. Guests: Rob Horton as Pat Jacket; and Tiffany Brunner as Cat Jacket
The Dine and the Dash
2026/07/28
Bev's new housemate, Francis, stops by to set the record straight and get the recognition he deserves. Too bad he is interrupted by Detective Randy Newman who is on the hunt for an escaped fugitive. Luckily Bev's there to get the facts right... Robert Irwin did win Dancing with the Stars. Guests: Walker McKnight as Francis, and Sydney Van Alstyne as Detective Newman
The Rain and the Dream
2026/07/22
Actress Lisa Lenaud’s car breaks down in a storm, and she is left stranded at Bev’s. Luckily Bev and her friend and handyman, Marty McCluster, are gearing up to play in the rain! Who doesn’t love a romcom in a make-believe waterfall (aka a roof leaking into a bucket)? Guests: Brandon Short as Marty McCluster, and Yara Martin as Lisa Lenaud
The Noise and the Songs
2026/07/14
Seff Charman and Norman Ochermarch from the Colonel Community Players stop by Bev's to promote their production, "Noise of Songs." While Bev may not be in this production, the Colonel community can look forward to future shows including "Aardvarks" and "St. Louis," which also don't feature Bev. Our apologies to the city of Colonel; this is not a movie theater. Guests: Scottie Rowell as Seff; and Finn Rueffert as Norman
The Party and the Grammy
2026/07/07
A visit from Bev's neighbor, Guy, turns into a revolving door of guests. There's singing, wrestling, a fire, the Muppet Show, and a local Grammy! Bev's doing her best, staying alive, and getting famous. This show has everything. Guests: Trevor Hancock as "Macho Man" Randy Savage, Elmo, Coach Coffer, John Cleese, and Kermit the frog; and Clay Butler as Guy and Hugh Jackman.
The Laundry and the Spell
2026/07/01
Devin Brendan, of the wash and fold, comes by Bev's just in time. It doesn't look like electrician Stiy Wisely can fix the washing machine, and Bev has a lot of sweatiness in her top that needs to be cleaned! While they sort out the laundry, Devin invites Stiy to join his secret spelling club. Hopefully Stiy lives to the next full moon. Guests: Cozmuh Sylth as Devin Brendan and Austin Leal as Stiy (and Brenda) Wisely

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Sarahskapheles 2026/02/27
Bev is even better than Mountain Dew!
I simply adore Beverly Lee L’Anderson. She is so sweet and kind and has so many wonderful friends who visit her regularly for conversation and laughs....
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