Growing old together was the plan. Dying together? That part’s improvised.

Kicking the Bucket is an immersive fiction dramedy about love, aging, and winging it at the end of life.

Dolores and Howard have decided to die with dignity. But they’re not exactly sure how. This darkly funny multicast serial podcast explores elder care, autonomy, caregiving, and all the awkward, tender moments in between.

Created by award-winning artist Andee Kinzy, Kicking the Bucket turns taboo topics into conversation. Each 20-minute episode blends humor and heartbreak, building to a bold, choose-your-own-ending finale. The series premieres July 2nd with episodes dropping weekly until August 20th.

Content Warning: Themes include Alzheimer’s, cancer, and end-of-life decision-making. Please listen with care.

Website: improvedarts.org/kickingthebucketpodcast

This podcast was recorded with a full cast:

Mimi Strum and Richard Gartner as Dolores & Howard.

Also featuring: Kendra L. Franklin, Mical Trejo, Kelli Bland, Chiara McCarty, Ivy Le, Dana Wing Lau, Vivian Glazier, Cynthia Preston, and Shaun Conde.

Written, produced, and directed by Andee Kinzy.

Produced and Casting by Dana Wing Lau.

Dialogue editing, sound design, mixing, and mastering by Marisa Ewing and Melissa Pons of Hemlock Creek Productions.

Marketing Manager: Chiara McCarty.

Podcast Club Producer: Chloé Carcamo.

In-studio recordings captured at Northshore Media Productions in Austin, Texas.

Sound Engineer: Kevin Chin.