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Q&A Time Oct 31, 2024

It's Q&A time! Season 5 edition!

Jenna and Kevin are back answering all your questions about the 'dreaded' fifth season, including whether they considered leaving the show after Cory Monteith's death, how they felt about doing 'The Quarterback' episode, Jenna's decision to be in fewer episodes, and what it was like filming Glee's 100th episode.

Plus, their song suggestions that made it on the show, the episodes they are looking forward to seeing, and the ones they are not ...

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Yesterday ("Love, Love, Love" S5 EP 1) Oct 28, 2024

On-screen, the debut episode of Glee's fifth season is all about love, with a fun-filled episode full of Beatles music and a swoon-worthy proposal, but behind the scenes, it was rough.
Jenna and Kevin are back recapping the first episode of Season 5, which was taped after Cory Monteith's death. They admit it was difficult watching this episode, knowing that the cast and crew were dealing with intense grief behind the scenes. They also recall specific scenes that were hard to film, and Lea Michele's bravery and professionalism.
The duo also talks about Kurt and Blaine's engagement scene, which was the first time the entire cast was together again, the mini staycation the cast, crew, and writers went on to get away from everything, and the scene that had Kevin petrified and put a smile on Jenna's face.

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Un-bee-lievable Special Edition with Kevin McHale Oct 24, 2024

Fresh off his very first stage show, Kevin is back and being interviewed by Jenna!

Kevin was part of the star-studded cast for the Kennedy Center's buzzworthy production of the 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, and he's spilling all the tea! Like how he called Jenna in a panic 48 hours before leaving for NY, all the people who helped him prep for a theater show, including a former Glee co-star, all the celebs who came to see the show, why he didn't reveal to the rest of the cast that it was his first theater production and what was going through his mind the very first time on stage!

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Dream Season 4 Tour Oct 21, 2024

It's about gleeking time to let your imaginations soar... because it's time to dream up the perfect season four tour setlist!

Gangnam Style, drag queens flying, a Glee-themed amusement park?! Gleek of the Week Podcast host Andrew joins Jenna and Kevin to propose his ultimate setlist and production plan for a season four tour, and off the bat, his Master of Ceremonies suggestion leaves Jenna in stitches! The duo, of course, also have their own suggestions and additions. Listen in to see if you agree with their song choices, visuals, and guest vocals!

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Mike's Mic Gleeful Season 4 Recap Oct 17, 2024

He's back! YouTuber and super Glee fan Mike's Mic joins the podcast for what has become a favorite tradition - a season recap!

Like last season, Mike's Mic gave Jenna and Kevin some notes on what to look out for before starting their season 4 re-watch. Did he nail it, or was he off the mark? The trio also dives in on what storylines worked and didn't for them, standout moments, favorite performances, and, of course, Mike leaves them with his notes for season 5, including the upcoming guest stars that really pop and the 'diabolical episode run' they must watch out for!

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Glee Season 4 Recap Oct 14, 2024

Season 4 has come and gone, and now it's time for the recap!

Jenna and Kevin are back with their verdict on the season and their favorite songs, episodes, and couples, but will their favorites be the same as the fans? Not exactly! Yes, the votes are in, and the duo shares the results and fan comments!

Plus, they reveal if they think the show should have ended with season three and their nervous feelings about starting season five, knowing all the behind-the-scenes struggles and the painful loss they suffered.

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Glee's Glowing Heather Morris Oct 10, 2024

Glee's fourth season ended with Brittany saying goodbye to McKinley High and leaving Heather Morris' future in question!
Question no more! Heather joins Jenna and Kevin to dish about being pregnant with her first child while on the show! From her "full-blown" breakdown while filming the 'Diva' episode to what it was like shooting the emotional goodbye at the end of season 4 and the writers asking her if she wanted her pregnancy written into Brittany's storyline. She shares why she declined.
Plus, Heather also talks about being asked to return for the Cory Monteith tribute episode and why she ultimately said no.

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It's a Wrap ("All or Nothing" S4 EP 22) Oct 07, 2024

We're here! It's the season 4 finale and regionals!

Jenna and Kevin have a lot of fun facts about this episode and fully admit senioritis was hitting them hard! There was so much going on in this episode, Rachel's Broadway dreams, Klaine, Brittany acting out, catfish revealed, and a wedding, that the duo felt regionals were rushed and anti-climactic. Do you agree?

Plus, emotional overload! Everyone had to say goodbye to Heather Morris' character (for a while) because she was pregnant in real life, and during her final scene, the tears shed were very real!

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Q&A Time! Oct 03, 2024

The Glee questions keep coming, and Jenna and Kevin are happy to answer them! Yes, it's time for another Q&A!
Kevin reveals why he wishes he publicly came out as gay while on Glee, what their trailer situation was like on set, whether they would do a Glee reunion like the cast of Friends did, and the tattoos they got while hanging with Harry Styles!
Plus, a fan alerts the duo that when you search Jenna's past relationships, it says she and Kevin are divorced! They share their reactions to their alleged failed marriage!

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Signed Sealed Delivered ("Wonder-ful" S4 EP 21) Sep 30, 2024

You can't be "Uptight" listening to classic hit songs that are "Signed Sealed Delivered" with fun! Yes, it's the Stevie Wonder tribute episode!

Jenna and Kevin dive right in with fun behind-the-scenes stories like how Katey Sagal came to play Kevin's mom and what it was like working with her, being in complete awe of Amber Riley's performances, Kevin learning he was going to New York by reading it in a script (yep, no one told him), and their mental states during this stage of the show because of external factors like lower ratings and uncertainty about the show's future.

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Biggest Gleek Uncovered Sep 26, 2024

Mystery solved! Jenna and Kevin unmask the fan behind the popular Glee meme account on X, "Terri Schuester Updates!" Meet Sebastian Whittaker, who started to watch the show when he was just nine, and it blew him away! He reveals how and why he began his Glee account, why he chose Terri Schuester out of all the characters, how he felt the first time "Terri" herself, Jessalyn Gilsig, discovered his account, and his fun idea for a 'Gleeboot' involving Ru Paul as the new Mr. Schuester! Plus, Sebastian turns the tables on Kevin and Jenna! He's got burning questions that need answers, like whether they found Mr. Schue creepy back then and the song he needs Kevin to perform at his funeral!

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Shedding Light ("Lights Out" S4 EP 20) Sep 23, 2024

The lights go out at McKinley High, but much comes to light.
Jenna & Kevin are not mincing words - they think one of the cringiest, worst moments of the entire show happens in this episode. Kevin shares how he felt saying certain lines and tried to protest it, but ultimately, he had no say in changing it. On a more light-hearted note ... the return of a glowing SJP, Sue Sylvester's brilliant singing, and fun numbers, like "Longest Time," where everyone was being silly, especially Melissa Benoist, who had Kevin in stitches the entire time.
Plus, fun memories of the cast going to see Jane Lynch make her Broadway debut in "Annie" and the unintentional chaos they caused with their arrival! Don't wait until 'Tomorrow' to listen to this one!

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Gleeful Q&A with Jacob Artist Sep 19, 2024

Jake Puckerman, aka Jacob Artist, is back to answer fan questions!
Jacob addresses the elephant in the room right away, the storyline that haunts him to this day ... yep, Jake cheating on Marley! He has a special message to Glee fans about that!
Plus, a behind-the-scenes story of fan-favorite performance, "Let Me Love You," why he was so intimidated by Naya Rivera, how he found out he was not returning to the series in the middle of season 5, and what he misses most about the show!

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Don't Stop Believin' ("Sweet Dreams" S4 EP 19) Sep 16, 2024

Jenna and Kevin recap Cory Monteith’s final Glee appearance and reveal what it was really like filming “Don’t Stop Believin’” again with the OG Glee Club members.

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True Artist Jacob Artist Sep 12, 2024

Jake Puckerman himself is on the pod!
Jack of all trades, Jacob Artist, joins Jenna and Kevin to break down how he got the role of 'Jake,' what Ryan Murphy asked him during his audition process, having instant chemistry with Melissa Benoist, his reaction to comments that he was underutilized on the show, and the hilarious nicknames he gave to everyone on set. Hear them here first!
Plus, Jacob talks about his new single “before (alt version)” and music video, which are both out now!

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Why Is This Still Happening? ("Shooting Star" S4 EP 18) Sep 09, 2024

Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of school violence that some may find distressing.
In a departure from the series, Glee tackles one of its toughest subjects yet: school shootings. After gunshots are heard at McKinley High, the Glee Club is trapped in the choir room except Brittany and Tina. Jenna and Kevin reveal they were dreading re-watching this episode but highlight some of the standout moments that really moved them, the unscripted moments, and Kevin's behind-the-scenes stories of what it was like filming in the choir room.
Gun violence touches every town in America. For more information on gun safety head to everytown.org.

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Q&A Time! Sep 06, 2024

Jenna and Kevin are back with a bonus episode to answer all your burning questions! Kevin spills the details on his upcoming theater debut in "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee" at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. From the audition process and prep work to the support from Jenna, his boyfriend, and original "Spelling Bee" cast member Jesse Tyler Ferguson, he shares it all!
Jenna and Kevin also dive into their complex feelings about Glee Season 5, reveal which reality show Kevin turned down, pitch an intriguing “Fondue For Two” revival, and dish out even more insider stories you won’t want to miss!

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Glee Mama Trisha Rae Stahl Sep 05, 2024

McKinley High's lunch lady and Marley's mom is on the pod!
Trisha Rae Stahl made her debut during Glee's fourth season, bringing warmth to the show as Melissa Benoist's kind and supportive mom. The mother-daughter on-screen chemistry blew Kevin and Jenna away, but Trisha reveals there was no chemistry test, and they never met before working together!
She also shares her audition process, what she really feels about the jokes and insults her character had to deal with, and her surprising connection with one of her on-screen bullies! You don't want to miss this one ... after all, mother knows best!

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Back to School Time Sep 02, 2024

Sharpen your pencils because class is in session!

Jenna and Kevin are back sharing their A-plus back-to-school memories, including Jenna's love of shopping for new clothes, watching her little one starting school, how a new season of Glee felt just like going back to school, plus how they spent their summer, and being so ready for fall! You'll want to pencil in some time for this one!

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Gleeking Karaoke Knockout Aug 29, 2024

Karaoke Knockout was a competition worthy of a Glee episode for a great cause, and the two winners are on the pod!
Champions Rishae Sanchez & Megan Albidress are opening up about their experience competing in Karaoke Knockout, including what it was like being judged by Jenna and Kevin, their stiff competition, what winning meant to them, and the best part … the competition raised over $900,000 for HelpUsAdopt.org!

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Embarrassing Revelations ("Guilty Pleasures" S4 EP 17) Aug 26, 2024

We all have guilty pleasures, and the Glee kids reveal theirs in a fun-filled episode heavy on the music but light on the plot!

Jenna and Kevin have all the behind-the-scenes scoop like the Taylor Swift song that didn't happen, Kurt's ambien-fueled purchase and why it might have been inspired by real life, the performance that was fueled by a lot of Redbull, and their thoughts on Sam's macaroni art.

Plus, Jenna spills the tea about the fun Spice Girls performance, and both share their real-life guilty pleasures! You're going to want to indulge in this episode!

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Marketing Gleeking Genius Joe Earley Aug 22, 2024

Get ready for some delish insider scoop thanks to the executive who helped market "Glee" into a massive hit!

Jenna and Kevin welcome Joe Earley, the President of Direct-to-Consumer for Disney Entertainment, but back in the day, he was a FOX marketing executive tasked with bringing awareness to a little show about a high school Glee club, and boy, did he ever!

Get behind-the-scenes stories on Glee's marketing strategy, including how the 'L' on the forehead campaign was born, how they identified their target audience and went after them, the choice of colors used and why, the concerns higher-up execs had about the new series, and the reaction the show got at a special screening during pilot season! It's a fascinating insider look you don't want to miss!

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Stirring the Pot ("Feud" S4 EP 16) Aug 19, 2024

What better way to squash a feud than to cover songs by feuding pop stars?!

Yes, there are plenty of duets, feuds, and mashups, and Jenna and Kevin have strong feelings about some of the mashups, including the Super Bass performance and why Jenna was so angry shooting it, the real reason Brittany was MIA during this ep, mixed feelings about Brody's storyline, loving the new dynamic in NY with Santana, and the scene that made Jenna love the show all over again!

Plus, the duo remembers attending the season three premiere of "Game of Thrones!" From their questionable outfit choices to their obsession with the show and the GOT actor they once hid from because they were too star-struck to meet him!

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Scandalous Gleek of the Week Katie Lowes Aug 15, 2024

Quinn is in the house! "Scandal" Quinn, that is!
Katie Lowes joins Jenna and Kevin to talk all things Glee and Scandal, including revealing her surprising connection to Ryan Murphy, her many auditions for Glee, and song choice (she never got a call back), her awful babysitting gig while she waited for an acting gig and how Shonda Rhimes saved her from it, and behind-the-scenes Scandal stories that left the duo gasping!
Plus, the time the Glee cast got to visit the Scandal set and why Kevin had to miss out, the singing lesson Katie learned the hard way, and the VIP treatment she is now getting at restaurants because her hubby, Adam Shapiro, is on The Bear! This is a fun-filled one you don't want to miss!

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Confession Time ("Girls (and Boys) On Film" S4 EP 15) Aug 12, 2024

Grab Your Popcorn and get ready for some movie magic because the Glee Club is tackling songs from hit films!
Jenna and Kevin are back with a deep dive into all the confessions from this episode and, of course, the performances, like why shooting their 500th musical number, "Shout," was such a pain, the rehearsals they had to go through for "Footloose" and why it was one of the most challenging songs for Kevin to do, the scene Jenna had a blast on, and being so impressed by Matt and Jayma crushing their performance in an actual rotating box!
Plus, in NY, Santana snoops through everyone's belongings, and Jenna and Kevin reveal why that was 'SO Naya' and the Spice Girl that was on the set and why they will never forget meeting her!

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Tony Award Winner Ali Stroker Aug 08, 2024

As the saying goes ... if you want something, work hard for it, and that's exactly what Ali Stroker did! From dreaming about being on Glee and Broadway to making it a reality!
The Tony Award-winning actress joins Jenna and Kevin to talk about her long journey to success, including why seeing a character with a disability on Glee was so important to her, what it was like spending ten weeks as a contestant on the second season of The Glee Project, how she felt when she finally guest starred on Glee, and how it changed her life!
Plus, Ali gets candid about her experience in the industry as a person in a wheelchair, her Broadway dreams coming true, and what she hopes to do next!

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Love is in the Air ("I Do" S4 EP 14) Aug 05, 2024

Something is in the air in Lima! It's a hookup palooza with a major cliffhanger!
Where to even begin? Klaine and Finchel back together?! Quinn and Santana hooking up, Emma the runaway bride, and Rachel's pregnancy scare??!!
Kevin and Jenna are breaking down one of the most jam-packed episodes to date, including the very real-life flu that took Amber out and had the director sending Jenna home, their reaction to the impressive hotel set built by the crew, the awkwardness of shooting hookup scenes pre-intimacy coordinators and the goofiness and fun of shooting "Anything Could Happen!" And that's just scratching the surface!

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Glee Q&A Time Aug 01, 2024

It's time for another Q&A session!

Jenna and Kevin are back answering your most burning Glee questions, like who they would cast in the main roles if there were a Glee reboot in 2024 (surprising responses), the hit song Jenna, Naya, and Amber recorded that never made air, the current show that they would both love to do together and the Sci-fi series Kevin wants to be on but Jenna wants nothing to do with!
Plus, the duo share their mixed feelings about entering season 5 soon, why Jenna asked to go from a series regular to a recurring character after Tina graduated, and a game of 'Kiss, Marry, Kill' that had them LOLing!

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Divalicious ("Diva" S4 EP 13) Jul 29, 2024

The Glee Club gets to show off their inner divas, which leads to some standout performances and possibly the cringiest Glee scene of all time!
Yep, it's the Tina, Blaine, infamous VapoRub scene, and Jenna has all the deets! Including what it was like shooting with Darren Criss, how she feels about the scene now, her big solo, and, of course, the many great performances! The duo revisits the fun of shooting Diva, Blaine channeling Freddie Mercury, Santana shining during Nutbush City Limits, and Kevin and Naya's inside joke about 'Girl on Fire!'
Plus, the performance cut that left them all seriously upset, the scene Kevin was not in, and he still can't get over it, and Chord Overstreet's famous former roommate who is currently taking Hollywood by storm!

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Gleeking Fan Takeover Jul 26, 2024

The Glee fan appreciation continues, and this one is full of surprises!
Jenna and Kevin are back connecting with Glee's biggest fans, like 'GleeCap' and 'Gleek of the Week' podcaster Conor Burke from Ireland, who reveals how Glee changed his life, the impact of seeing positive queer representation, and being at the very last show of their concert tour! Yes, he was at Glee Live in Dublin and he shares his thoughts and memories of the show!
Plus, Conor surprises the duo by turning the tables on them and asking some of the most insightful questions they've ever gotten, leaving them in awe of his interviewing skills. Kevin even dubs him the Irish Oprah! You won't want to miss this very revealing chat!

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Gleeful Guest Star Aisha Tyler Jul 25, 2024

She's one of the hardest and busiest working people in the biz! You've seen Aisha Tyler on Friends, Criminal Minds, Whose Line Is It Anyway, and Glee!
Jenna and Kevin catch up with 'Jake's mom' to talk about her first time playing a parent on-screen, getting the call from Ryan Murphy, being in an acapella group in college, the song she wishes she could have performed on the show and the secret to her success! Plus, could we be more excited?! Aisha shares some fun scoop from her time on Friends, like getting the gig over other A-list stars also auditioning for the role, how the cast made her feel, the pressures of shooting in front of a live audience, and what Matthew Perry said to her before her first live taping!

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Strike a Pose ("Naked" S4 EP 12) Jul 22, 2024

Grab your fans because it's getting hot in herre!
Tina has a great idea to raise funds for the ever-broke Glee Club ... the men of McKinley calendar! Jenna and Kevin vividly remember the filming of this episode and everyone having so much fun with their costumes, especially Kevin in his leprechaun outfit, what Chord did in between shirtless takes, and the real-life parallels in this episode between Tina and Artie and Kevin and Jenna.
Plus, the stellar musical performances! The duo remember being in pure awe at Jacob's big solo, having the time of their lives filming "This is the New Year" and Kevin admits getting emotional during "Love Song" by Lea, Naya, and Dianna.

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Glee Fan Takeover Jul 19, 2024

It's Glee fan appreciation day!

Jenna and Kevin are back connecting with Glee's biggest fans, like Abby, a med student who runs a Glee fan account and has a fun, contagious energy that leaves the duo in stitches!

During the fun chat, Abby deconstructs her favorite Glee performances, reveals how seeing confident women of color on screen greatly impacted her, makes Kevin and Jenna blush when she gives them their flowers, and blows their minds away with her impressive R&B dream episode! Wait until you hear the storyline and the Gleetastic song choices!

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Glee's Tour Momager Angie Warner Jul 18, 2024

Pack your bags!
Jenna and Kevin are traveling down memory lane with Angie Warner, the tour manager of all tour managers who's worked with the biggest artists in the world, like Bruce Springsteen, Post Malone, Lady Gaga, and Glee!
Yes! Angie is revealing plenty of scoop about the Glee tours, including the secret to dealing with different personalities, breaking records for the most-attended concert ever at the O2 Arena in London, the "questionable" place the cast and crew went to during their downtime, and the sweetest thing Cory Monteith would do on the road that led to them becoming close friends. Settle in because there is a lot to unpack during this episode!

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Girls Choice ("Sadie Hawkins" S4 EP 11) Jul 15, 2024

It's Tina's world, and we just live in it! Jenna and Kevin are breaking down Tina's big episode where she pushes for a Sadie Hawkins dance … so she can ask her crush Blaine to go with her! But Blaine has a crush on Sam? What is happening?! Jenna has so many stories about this episode, including the scene she struggled with that left her feeling mortified and how they got through it, an unprofessional act by a co-star that almost ruined her big solo, the scoop on filming "Tell Him," and why performing "No Scrubs" was such a big deal for Kevin!

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Causing a Commotion with Tracey Raftery Jul 11, 2024

A rare treat for Gleeks! A look inside the world of publicity!
Usually, network publicists spend all their time pitching stories to get buzz and exposure for their shows, but Glee was different! Tracey Raftery joins Jenna and Kevin to talk about what it was like working as a publicist on the show from the very start, including the crazy weekend when the cast was on Oprah and then performed at the White House the next day, a rowdy flight story, her biggest fear during Glee's very first mall tour, and how things changed after Cory Monteith died.

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Feliz Glee! ("Glee, Actually" S4 EP 10) Jul 08, 2024

Glee gets into the holiday spirit, drawing inspiration from "It's a Wonderful Life," "Love Actually," and the Mayan Apocalypse??

There's a lot to unpack here! Rachel and Kurt are back in the Glee club! Sam and Brittany get married? Rory is back? What in the ghost of Christmas past is going on here?

Jenna and Kevin break it all down and reveal some special behind-the-scenes secrets, like why it was so uncomfortable filming Feliz Navidad for Kevin, the very meta scene at Paramount Studios, what Director Adam Shankman had to say about this episode and the 'movie magic' trick Kevin used to get himself to cry on camera. Yule enjoy this episode ... it sleighs!

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Happy 4th of July! Jul 01, 2024

Get ready for the Red, White, and BBQ!
Jenna and Kevin are back with a mini but gleeful episode full of their holiday plans, including their absolute must-have foods for the 4th, their playlists, and what they did last year involving John Stamos that blew them away!

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Glee Crossover with Brian Baumgartner Jun 27, 2024

It's Kevin from The Office chatting with Kevin from Glee!
While there was never an official crossover between the two hit shows, there was a strong connection! Before Glee, Kevin played the infamous 'Pizza by Alfredo' delivery kid held hostage by Michael Scott, and there was a whole episode where all The Office characters got together for a "Glee" viewing party!
This "office" party is just getting started as actor, podcast host, and New York Times best-selling author Brian Baumgartner joins Jenna and Kevin to share stories about his time on The Office, including the audition process, the chemistry on the set, initially reading for the role of Stanley, behind-the-scenes scoop about Kevin Malone's band, and a story he has never told before involving John Mayer! It's water cooler chat worthy!
Plus, just in time for the 4th of July holiday, Brian talks about his new cookbook, "Seriously Good Barbecue Cookbook," available for purchase now!

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Game Over ("Swan Song" S4 EP 9) Jun 24, 2024

Is it all over, or just the start of new beginnings?
The Glee Club is dealing with the aftermath of a disastrous showing at sectionals, but the upside ... Rachel wows in NY, Kurt gets a shot at redemption, Brittany's new love interest, Artie joins the band, Tina joins the Cheerios and Jenna and Kevin have all the fun inside stories!
Plus, Jenna reveals this episode has one of her favorite Kurt performances ever and the reason Kevin was freaking out during the filming of "Don't Dream It's Over."

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Piano Man with Brad Ellis Jun 20, 2024

He was in the room where it happened … from day one! Glee's resident piano player, Brad Ellis, joins Jenna and Kevin to chat about hitting all the right notes on the show, the unusual audition process he went through to get on Glee, the key to his two speaking roles, and what it was like being in the room for cast auditions, including Kevin's! Brad also gives his bird' s-eye view and thoughts on Ryan Murphy's casting method for the show. Get ready for some great behind-the-scenes scoop that will be music to everyone's ears!

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Reunited ("Thanksgiving" S4 EP 8) Jun 17, 2024

Reunited, and it feels so good! The whole gang has returned for the holidays!
Jenna and Kevin are back to talk turkey about Glee's very first Thanksgiving episode, and there's so much to be thankful for, like the OG's back together again, Kurt and Blaine reconnecting, and the triumphant return of SJP!
What the duo is less thankful for is the "Gangnam Style" performance! Jenna has many behind-the-scenes stories about the infamous scene that she is still too embarrassed to watch! Plus, their honest reaction to another infamous mashup featured in this episode. You don't want to miss this one! You'll have a turkey lurkey of a time!

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Uptown Boy with Curt Mega Jun 13, 2024

Nick the Warbler is on the pod!
Actor, singer, and filmmaker Curt Mega joins Jenna and Kevin to spill about his time on Glee, including how he got to sing lead vocals on "Uptown Girl," auditioning for the roles of Blaine and Sam, the real deal on working with Darren Criss, the whirlwind of the Warblers media tour, and what it was like joining the cast for the Glee concert tour!
Plus, Curt talks about his current project, which has a Glee connection!

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Glee Club Assemble ("Dynamic Duets" S4 EP 7) Jun 10, 2024

With Great Power Comes Great Responsibility ... and great duets!

A love triangle, a crime to solve, the Warblers are back, and a Secret Society of Superheroes?!

Jenna and Kevin are back to unpack an action-packed episode, including the scene that gave Kevin anxiety re-watching, concerns they had during the paint-throwing scene, fan theories about Blam (or Slaine), and Becca Tobin's cringe-worthy wardrobe malfunction story from Becca herself that you have to hear!

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Double the Glee with Nikki Leonti & Luke Edgemon Jun 06, 2024

Prepare for a fascinating and gleeful insider look at an integral part of the show you didn't see … the session singers!
Luke Edgemon and Nikki Leonti join Jenna and Kevin to share stories about their hectic and chaotic world recording guide vocals for the cast. They've got stories for days, and they're not holding back!
Their personal stories are just as wild as the behind-the-scenes ones! Luke reveals how he went from an American Idol hopeful to recording all of Artie's vocals (Kevin is still shook by his voice), and Nikki's story could be a show itself! She tells the duo how her journey led her to Glee, recording guide vocals for Naya Rivera, Kate Hudson, and even Jane Lynch!
Plus, the tea on the Jazz Night parties that major celebrities like Stevie Wonder and Prince attended!

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The One That I Want ("Glease" S4 EP 6) Jun 03, 2024

It's the one that we want! The Glee Club's production of Grease is here, and it's a crowd-pleaser!

Jenna and Kevin break it all down, and there is a lot to get to! Rachel, Kurt, and Santana are back, Will goes to Washington, Finn steps up, Tina's meltdowns, and the performances! Jenna has the scoop on filming Beauty School Dropout and Look At Me I'm Sandra Dee, including a behind-the-scenes tale about a cast field trip wearing their on-set pajamas!

Plus, Kitty's claws are out, Cassandra gets her way, and the one thing Kevin and Jenna cannot agree on …

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Q&A Time! May 30, 2024

It's time for another edition of "Ask Me Anything!"
Jenna and Kevin are back answering fan questions, including revealing an inside joke the cast had on set, clearing misconceptions about how they feel about their time on the show, who on the cast would win the Hunger Games, and if Glee were on today ... the songs they would like performed and by who!
Kevin also shares that he recorded 40 songs of original music! Where are the demos?! Plus, fans really want the duo to be contestants on "The Amazing Race." Would they or wouldn't they? Tune in to find out!

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Hand Jiving ("The Role You Were Born to Play" S4 EP 5) May 27, 2024

After a five-week hiatus following a heart-wrenching episode in which everyone basically broke up, viewers eagerly anticipated this episode for a little resolution, but that's not what they got ... they got the hand jive instead!

Yes, Grease auditions are happening at McKinley High, and Jenna and Kevin are breaking it all down, including Artie trying to cheer Finn up, the return of Mercedes and Mike, why Kevin is mad at Artie in this episode, and what the duo thought of watching the new kids in action!

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Behind the Gleeking Scenes with Megan Doyle May 23, 2024

She's a big-shot executive now, but Megan Doyle was a "lowly" PA on Glee's set back in the day, working countless hours behind the scenes, and she's got stories to tell! Megan opens up to her friends Jenna and Kevin about her time on Glee, including how she got her PA job, her thoughts on the cast when she initially met them, the craziness of the Glee tours, her and Kevin's very first trip to a gay bar, but Megan not realizing Kevin was gay, and what it was like working with her aunt Jane Lynch on set!
Plus, the trio reminisces about the time a huge celebrity guest star was MIA, and Meg was tasked with finding them and getting them on set . . . how she tracked them down and the one pit stop they were forced to make. You'll be 'loving it.'

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Heartbreak ("The Break Up" S4 EP 4) May 20, 2024

Grab your tissues because it's time for the breakup episode.

Jenna and Kevin relive the drama and heartache of "The Break Up," including Blaine and Kurt's ending, Rachel and Finn's goodbye, Santana and Brittany's split, and their frustrations with Will and Emma!!

Plus, Kevin opens up about the scene that made him cry so hard, and he gets a little teary-eyed while discussing it.

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Glee Glue with Telly Kousakis May 16, 2024

There would be no Glee without the T! Find out why the cast called Telly Kousakis the glue that held it all together. As a PA on the Glee set, Telly grew very close with the cast from the very beginning, and he has many behind-the-scenes stories! Telly tells all to Jenna and Kevin, including how he got his job, doing more than a typical PA, his interactions with the guest stars, being the only person to get the cast to listen to him, and how he helped Kevin come out!! You don't want to miss this one!

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Glee and the City ("Makeover" S4 EP 3) May 13, 2024

And just like that . . . it's the debut of Sarah Jessica Parker!

Things are heating up in New York, and Jenna is struggling with it! Yes, she admits she's having a hard time watching Rachel and Brody. Meanwhile, Kurt has a new lady in his life… his new boss at Vogue, played by none other than SJP! Kevin texts Chris Colfer for some insider info on what it was like working with her and gets all the scoop!

Plus, the scene Kevin was scared to do, the Brittany and Blaine showdown, and gasp. . . Kevin reveals he's never watched Sex and the City!

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Bust a Move with Brittany Parks & Hannah Douglass May 09, 2024

They had front-row seats to all the action on Glee as dancers for all six seasons!

Brittany Parks and Hannah Douglass join Jenna and Kevin to give a different perspective on the Glee experience, including their audition process, the demanding schedules, the dance routines that went right and the ones that went wrong, and the performance that repeatedly got them in trouble!

Kevin also reveals why he was always sneaking into dance rehearsals (hint - it involves Beyoncé), and the ladies share what the dance community really thought about performing on Glee!

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Oops! They Did it Again ("Britney 2.0" S4 EP 2) May 06, 2024

Fans went "Crazy" for the first Britney Spears Tribute in season two, so of course they had to do it One More Time!

Jenna and Kevin unwrap the second Britney tribute episode, which was a bit darker than the first one, focusing on Brittany's (Heather Morris) meltdown and downward spiral. The duo shares their experiences shooting this episode, their reactions while watching it, the performance they had fun shooting, and their thoughts on why Britney's camp was allegedly unhappy with the episode.

Plus, a chat with Cassandra July! Jenna shares more from her recent appearance on Kate Hudson's "Sibling Revelry" podcast and Kate’s thoughts on her Glee experience!

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Wild about Kitty Wilde with Becca Tobin May 02, 2024

Get ready for some catnip for the soul because Kitty Wilde is in the house!

Becca Tobin reunites with Jenna and Kevin for a fun chat about her time on Glee, including admitting that she 'hate-watched' the show with other musical theater people . . . until she joined the cast, that is! The time she confused Ryan Murphy for a choreographer, a funny behind-the-scenes story about her very first scene with Jane Lynch and Chris Colfer, and playing it cool on set so she wouldn't come off as a crazy fan girl, which only made her come off as cold, but thankfully, they all became friends!

Plus, Becca shares the cautionary tale she got from a crew member when she joined the cast, life after Glee, and the panic of not finding the next gig right away and not realizing just how special the Glee experience was until she started working on other shows! It's a Glee-tastic episode!

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It's Time ("The New Rachel" S4 EP 1) Apr 29, 2024

It's here! Glee's Season 4 Premiere!

Rachel is in New York! Back home, the Glee Club welcomes new members, Kate Hudson debuts, and Whoopi Goldberg returns!

Jenna and Kevin are back with a lot of fun facts about Glee's fourth season, including who got promoted, how the duo felt coming back to set, what it was like meeting the new cast members, and the newbie who gave Jenna the cold shoulder during their very first encounter! Don't worry, it ends on a good note!

Plus, their reactions to the episode's storylines and performances and a boozy behind-the-scenes story where Kevin's crush is revealed . . . why the revelation upset the girls and surprised Kevin himself!!

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Glee's Behind the Scenes Queen Kalen Gorman Apr 25, 2024

Kalen Gorman was on the set of Glee from Day 1, getting unprecedented behind-the-scenes access to our favorite cast!

Yes, all the fun episode sneak peeks and behind-the-scenes videos are thanks to Kalen! She joins Jenna and Kevin to spill all about her time on the set of Glee, including why she sometimes felt bad wrangling the cast for interviews, which actor was always down to help, the sensitive moment between Kalen and Kevin that never saw the light of day and favorite celebrity guest interactions!

Plus, Kalen turns the tables on Kevin and Jenna and asks them what they would say to their season 1 selves if they could go back in time! Their answers might surprise you!!

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Gleek Fan Takeover Apr 22, 2024

It goes without saying, but without the fans, there would be no Glee!!

Jenna and Kevin are back talking to some of Glee's biggest fans, like Alexa, who recaps each episode of this podcast on X with her "without context" tweets!

Alexa turns the tables on the duo, wondering if they created backstories for their characters. Jenna reveals that she did! And how it helped her in the audition process with Ryan Murphy. Kevin also dishes which star he wanted to play his dad and why!

Plus, Alexa tells Kevin and Jenna what to expect in the upcoming seasons, including some storylines that the duo can't believe really happened!

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Glee Icon Lauren Potter Apr 18, 2024

Not many got close to the ruthless, sharp-tongued Sue Sylvester, except Becky Jackson!

Lauren Potter joins Jenna and Kevin to discuss her iconic role as Becky, including how she got the role, what it was really like working with Jane Lynch, one of her favorite days on the set involving Cory Monteith, and, of course, Becky and Artie's date at Breadstix!

Plus, Lauren reveals what it was like being appointed to the President's Committee for People with Intellectual Disabilities, going to the White House, and meeting Michelle Obama!

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Glee Dream Tour Apr 15, 2024

It's the Glee Dream Tour that never was!

After Season 3, the Glee cast had an actual hiatus! At the time, they were ecstatic about the break, but now they wish they had done another tour.

Welcome to Jenna and Kevin's Workshop, where they build their dream tour! Although they have wildly different ideas, they work together to narrow their dream setlist, including a Cell Block Tango performance, songs from Whitney, Michael, and Rihanna, the guest stars they want, and even the stage layout! Will listeners agree or disagree with their final choices?

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Mike's Mic Gleeful Recap (Season 3) Apr 11, 2024

He's back! YouTuber and super Glee fan Mike's Mic joins the podcast to put a bow on Season 3!

The content creator gave Jenna and Kevin a rundown of Season 3 before they started re-watching it, and now it's time for the roundup! Did they agree with his pre-notes? The trio talks about their favorite songs from the season and compares them to the fans' top picks, favorite memorable highlights, and a teaser for season 4! Foggy on the details but not the memories, Jenna and Kevin get a sneak peek at what's to come, including the spectacular cameos, most unhinged moments, and what worked and didn't ... leaving them both excited and scared!

The duo also celebrates Mike's Mic's huge milestone! 1 million followers on YouTube!! Plus, he shares details on his newest project, a recap of Lost Season 2!

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Wrap Party for Season Three Apr 08, 2024

Even though the curtain is closing on Season 3, the fun is not over yet!

Jenna and Kevin are back with your votes for Season 3’s top five favorite songs, episodes, and couples. There are some surprising rankings, some not-so-surprising winners, and a tie! Let the overview begin!

Plus, the thing Kevin thinks there was not enough of in season 3 or all of Glee, for that matter and Jenna reveals she was super sick during an upcoming episode and was allowed to go home, but she refused! She spills all.

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Glee's Own Teenage Dream Darren Criss Pt. 2 Apr 05, 2024

Blaine Anderson himself is on the pod!! And his stories are so good we are back with Part 2!
Darren Criss joins Jenna and Kevin to talk about his journey on Glee, including meeting Chris Colfer for the first time and the sweet and funny story of what Darren did to get to know Chris better. He also breaks down the filming of "Somewhere Only We Know," shares his favorite Glee songs, and cringe…he talks about his most unhinged storyline.
Plus, Darren reveals how he really feels now about his time on Glee, his first time hanging out with Dianna and Naya, and a crazy full-circle moment involving Glee and Comic Con you won't want to miss!

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Glee's Own Teenage Dream Darren Criss Pt. 1 Apr 04, 2024

Blaine Anderson himself is on the pod!!
Darren Criss joins Jenna and Kevin to talk about his journey getting on Glee, including auditioning for the show's pilot for the role of Finn, what he did differently in his second audition, what it was like joining the hit show, and the shocking revelation that he never saw himself doing musical theater! Yes, the Broadway star reveals he didn't think he was talented enough for that?!
Plus, the duo is amused to learn of Darren's request to Ryan Murphy involving Artie and Santana, the surprising way Darren recorded his first few songs for The Warblers ... a completely different process from the rest of the cast, and the time Darren got Kevin drunk at a karaoke bar and got him to belt out a Broadway show tune!

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Time Flies ("Goodbye" S3 EP 22) Apr 01, 2024

It's the Season 3 Finale! Graduation is here, and while it may feel like the end … it's just the beginning of something new!

Jenna and Kevin remember many tears behind the scenes, especially during "You Get What You Give." They both admit it felt more like a series finale with major turning points, such as Finn and Rachel breaking up, Rachel heading to N.Y. but not Kurt, Mercedes flying to L.A., and Brittany not graduating …

Plus, Gloria Estefan plays Santana's mom, Jenna steals a jacket from the set, and many deleted scenes you didn't see because they had to trim 15 minutes from the show!

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Q&A Time! Mar 28, 2024

Before season 3 comes to a close, it's time for a Q&A! Jenna and Kevin are back answering your most burning Glee questions, including the questions they are so tired of answering! The duo also reveals that they were each other's first on-screen kiss, but you might not know that they made out many times off-set, too!! They kiss and tell!
Plus, Kevin talks about attending Elton John's Oscar Party and hanging out with Amber Riley and Chris Colfer but not being able to keep up with them, meeting legendary drag queens Shangela and Sasha Colby, and what they feel about getting ready to experience season 4 and all its crazy storylines!=

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We Are The Champions ("Nationals" S3 EP 21) Mar 25, 2024

It's happening! The New Directions win at Nationals!
Jenna and Kevin remember having to film an alternative ending where they didn't win to throw off any potential spoilers, the return of Whoopi, Lindsay Lohan's debut, and the scene where the cast was surprised, and their genuine reactions made the cut!
Plus, Kevin's kernel dilemma, the popcorn scene that made him feel ill and why he couldn't look at Naya, Jenna's surprise sparkling cider shower, and a fun insider scoop about the Celion Dion song selection!

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Unsung Hero John Lock Mar 21, 2024

John Lock was in the choir room as much as the entire Glee cast!

The Music Producer and New Directions drummer joins Jenna and Kevin with some fun Glee scoop, including how he got the gig after one email, being a 19-year-old on a hit show, why the band members were not allowed to speak or sing, and admitting he never got sheet music before an episode!

Plus, John talks about DJing at Jenna's wedding and Naya Rivera's infamous Snixxmas Christmas parties … and the cast member who split his pants on the dance floor!

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Shining Moment ("Props" S3 EP 20) Mar 18, 2024

It's Tina's turn to shine!

Jenna and Kevin are back to talk about Tina's big episode! The one where she falls into a fountain (she did her own stunts) and wakes up as Rachel! It's Glee's version of Freaky Friday!

Jenna shares how she felt when she got the Tina-centric script, what made her nervous, how she nailed Lea's mannerisms, how the cast felt playing each other, and Kevin and Naya's special request revealed!

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Gleek of the Week Jake Shane Mar 14, 2024

TikTok star and host Jake Shane joins Jenna and Kevin to talk about his favorite show, GLEE, but not before freaking out a bit!

Could Jake be the "Queen Gleek" of them all? He tells the duo that he's loved the show since he was a little kid and how he's still not over being grounded and missing the live tour. The trio also discusses their favorite Glee numbers, including a shocking pick, and now that he's older and re-watching the show for the fourth time, what he really thinks of some of the plot lines!

Plus, Jake talks about how he went from a theater kid to TikTok fame, why he started his podcast, and his own Glee fanfic involving his dream Taylor Swift Tribute!

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A Prom-ising Night ("Prom-asaurus" S3 EP 19) Mar 11, 2024

Grab your boutonnieres because we're going back to Prom!

Jenna and Kevin have loads of behind-the-scenes scoop on this Dino-mite episode, including the lengths production went through to make this a 'Rexcellent' Prom! Find out how Ryan Murphy himself helped out with the design!

Plus, Kevin and Jenna reveal why they had the most fun performing during prom episodes, the Prom look that had the duo cracking up, and Jenna's nieces are now Gleeks, and they have a special request for their Auntie!!

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Glee's Dancing Queen Brooke Lipton Pt. 2 Mar 08, 2024

The Glee kids could sing, but where did their confi-dance come from?

Glee's Co-choreographer, Brooke Lipton, is back with Jenna and Kevin to talk about why "Bad" is her least favorite number, the challenges of shooting in season 6, learning routines for the Glee arena tour in a couple of days, and which actor she crowns the most improved dancer!

Plus, Brooke answers fan questions!

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Glee's Dancing Queen Brooke Lipton Pt. 1 Mar 07, 2024

The Glee kids could sing, but how did they get those moves?

Glee's Co-Choreographer, Brooke Lipton, joins Jenna and Kevin to reveal how they got the cast to bust a move! From dancing boot camp to rehearsals, to taking us inside the creative process, why a platform had to be built on stage for Brooke, and breaking down some of their biggest dance numbers, like the one in the pool where they couldn't touch the bottom!

Plus, Kevin shares a story about running into Brooke years before Glee when she was dancing for Britney Spears!

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The Struggle is Real ("Choke" S3 EP 18) Mar 04, 2024

Jenna and Kevin are back to unpack a packed episode that features Whoopi Goldberg's debut, the return of Nene, and NYADA auditions! Kurt and Rachel try different approaches. One plays it safe, one takes a risk, and one ends up choking on stage!! The duo can relate to the on-screen pain and relive their own 'fails,' including Kevin's super embarrassing (he still cringes) audition for "Spring Awakening," which leads Jenna to give a great inside look at the real world of musical theater auditions, including why you should take a risk with your song choice and the importance of building your book.

Plus, Jenna talks about the song and scene they recorded that never made air, as well as behind-the-scenes details of the "Shake It Out" performance, including a special moment she will never forget!

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Glee Powerhouse Amber Riley Feb 29, 2024

The one and only Mercedes Jones herself is on the pod!

Amber Riley joins Jenna and Kevin for a laugh-out-loud good time, full of behind-the-scenes scoops, including dropping a major bomb ... Mercedes was supposed to lose her virginity to Sam on the show! Say what?!! She shares why that ended up not happening, why she walked off the set during the MJ Tribute episode, and an inside look at how some of her iconic riffs on the show came to be.

Plus, what Amber really thinks about "Samcedes," a hilarious story on how "Game of Thrones" almost killed her voice, and scoop on her new movie "Single Black Female 2: Simone's Revenge" premiering Saturday, 3/2 at 8/7c on Lifetime!

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So Emotional ("Dance With Somebody" S3 EP 17) Feb 26, 2024

The Glee Club is "so emotional" over the loss of Whitney Houston and getting ready to say goodbye to their high school years, so leave it to Mr. Schue to assign a project.

That's right, it's an electrifying tribute to the legendary Whitney Houston, and it starts strong with the opening performance of "How Will I Know" … a goose-bump-inducing number which leads Kevin and Jenna to wonder why Amber didn't get any solos this episode.

Plus, the song Kevin hated doing at the time, the scoop on the scene added to perhaps squash off-camera rumors, and the song they only had minutes to learn before shooting, so they hid the lyrics behind Jenna's back. Literally!

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Uniquely Glee with Alex Newell Feb 22, 2024

WRITEUP:

Was there anyone more unique than Unique on Glee?

Powerhouse performer and Tony Award-winning actor Alex Newell joins Jenna and Kevin to talk (and laugh) about their time on Glee and the Glee Project, but right off the bat ... Kevin gets called out by Alex for something he said more than a decade ago! You won't believe what was allegedly said!

Alex also reveals the challenging conditions they faced shooting The Glee Project on a campsite, what it was like to join Glee while still in high school, and so many hilarious behind-the-scenes stories that leave Kevin and Jenna literally gasping for air!

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Disco Inferno ("Saturday Night Glee-ver" S3 EP 16) Feb 19, 2024

Get your disco ball, platform shoes, and polyester suit! The Glee cast goes back to the 70s for a tribute to "Saturday Night Fever."

Jenna and Kevin break down all the groovy details of this episode, including revealing that Cory was upset during dance rehearsals, what it was like for Jenna going back to dancing after her back injury, and did you catch it? Kevin points out the scene where he was totally checked out!

Plus, the return of Jesse St. James, the debut of Alex Newell's 'Unique,' and Jenna reveals feeling weird shooting one scene in particular and what it was like being on the actual dance floor from "Saturday Night Fever!"

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Back In The Classroom with Matthew Morrison Feb 15, 2024

It's happening! Mr. Schue is on the pod!!!

Yes, Matthew Morrison joins Jenna and Kevin to talk all about the highs and lows of working on Glee! We learn who he flirted with during his audition (it worked!), why he felt he let the cast down, his relationship with Jane Lynch, and reliving a raw moment in time … Matthew gets emotional talking about the pressures of fame, the stress of their crazy work schedule, and dealing with all the hate his character was getting.

Plus, who he misses the most from the cast, his favorite guest star, and a surprising revelation … He spills all the tea!

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Oh Brother ("Big Brother" S3 EP 15) Feb 12, 2024

Strap in, folks! Quinn is alive! It's Senior Ditch Day, and Matt Bomer steals the show as Blaine's older brother.

Jenna and Kevin have all the scoop on one of the funniest Glee episodes ever, including behind-the-scenes stories on their shooting day at Magic Mountain, the truth behind Artie & Quinn's ramp and skate park shoots, and what it was really like working with Matt Bomer! It's a rollercoaster of a ride!

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Artist Spotlight with Young the Giant Feb 09, 2024

Glee is full of memorable moments, but one that resonated deeply with viewers was Darren Criss singing "Cough Syrup" by Young the Giant in a heartbreaking and pivotal scene in the episode "On My Way."

The band's frontman, Sameer Gadhia, joins Jenna and Kevin to discuss why the band agreed to Glee's request, his reaction to the scene featuring the song, and his thoughts on Darren's cover.

Plus, Sameer shares behind-the-scenes details on how the "Cough Syrup" lyrics came together and why he initially didn't think the song was cool!

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Behind The Scene with Max Adler Feb 08, 2024

Before we jump into today's chat, a note on our content: this episode contains topics surrounding suicide that some listeners might find disturbing. If you or someone you know is in crisis or struggling, please call or text the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988.

Dave Karofsky is the Glee character everyone loves to hate, the high school jock and bully, but when the tables turn on him, it leads to a very dark place and a phenomenal performance by Max Adler.

Max joins Jenna and Kevin to break down his heartbreaking scene in "On My Way," ... from what he thought when he got the script to what it took to prepare for the scene, his feelings before he stepped on the set, and what it was like to shoot it.

Plus, the trio discusses the episode's impact, including the increased calls to The Trevor Project after the show aired and how it helped bring cyberbullying to the forefront.

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Cliffhanger ("On My Way" S3 EP 14) Feb 05, 2024

Before we jump into today's recap, a note on our content: this episode contains topics surrounding suicide that some listeners might find disturbing. If you or someone you know is in crisis or struggling, please call or text the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988.

Glee's Winter finale is here, and it's one of the most jam-packed shows to date! Blackmailing, regionals, Coach Sue pregnant?? A massive cliffhanger, and all this while tackling some very important issues.

Kevin and Jenna have a lot of memories and thoughts about this episode, including their feelings on Dave Karofsky's storyline, whether they think New Directions deserved to win, the behind-the-scenes scoop on the many cut scenes, and Quinn's shocking cliffhanger that had the duo thinking Dianna was not coming back!

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The Glee Project with Samuel Larsen Feb 01, 2024

Glee's favorite dreadlocked, barefoot character is on the pod!

Samuel Larsen got the role of Joe Hart after co-winning Season 1 of "The Glee Project." Now, he is opening up to Kevin and Jenna about his experience on both shows, including how he really felt about co-winning with Damian McGinty, Cory taking him under his wing, the deal with Chord, and some of his favorite memories working on Glee!

Plus, Samuel answers fans' questions, shares what he is working on now, and confession time . . . Kevin admits he was intimidated by Samuel's coolness, and Samuel admits he was fanboying the whole time!!

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L O V E ("Heart" S3 EP13) Jan 29, 2024

Love is in the air! Jenna, Kevin, and special guest Vanessa Lengies are back from Blue Wire Studios at Wynn Las Vegas to spill the tea on season three's big Valentine's Day episode!

The trio talks about the return of Tina, Jeff Goldblum's Glee-ful debut, and so much behind-the-scenes scoop, including Jenna’s big teary fight before she had to shoot a happy scene, their thoughts on Artie serenading Sugar, and the performance they rated A plus, plus!

Plus, Kevin reveals what Goldblum called him off-camera. Hint: it was a bit 'fowl.'

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Glory Days with Brad Falchuk Jan 25, 2024

We have a big Gleeking treat for you! Brad Falchuk, one of the co-creators of Glee, is on the pod!

The writer, producer, and director joins Jenna and Kevin to dish about the creation of Glee, meeting his now wife, Gwenyth Paltrow, on the set of the show, what he really thinks about a Glee reboot, and omg. . . Brad admits that if something juicy about the cast's personal lives came up, the writers would include it in the script! And that's just the tip of the iceberg!

Plus, Brad talks all about his new action-packed hit show, "The Brothers Sun," streaming now on Netflix!

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Livin' La Vida Loca ("The Spanish Teacher" S3 EP12) Jan 22, 2024

Jenna and Kevin are back with special guest Vanessa Lengies at Blue Wire Studios at Wynn Las Vegas to break down the Ricky Martin episode!

Yes, Ricky Martin was the big guest star on Glee! We learn that Ricky was Kevin and Vanessa's first concert ever, who was star-struck by Ricky's presence and what he was really like on set!

Plus, it was Jenna's first time seeing this episode, and it brought back bad memories . . . she shares her thoughts on being forced to take PTO and missing out on this episode and how she spent her time "off."

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Sugar and Spice with Vanessa Lengies Jan 18, 2024

Hey 'Big Spender!' Sugar Motta is on the pod!

Vanessa Lengies joins Jenna and Kevin at Blue Wire Studios at Wynn Las Vegas to spill about her time on Glee, including what it was like walking onto the set for the first time, how she was received by the other cast members, watching and wondering why some were being punished and others rewarded for the same behaviors, and she reveals her most significant takeaway from doing the show!

Plus, she talks about her friendship with Cory, some regrets from her time on the show, and her audition process!

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Wanna Be Startin’ Somethin ("Michael" S3 EP 11) Jan 15, 2024

We've reached a "Thriller" of an episode, and that was just behind the scenes!

Kevin and Jenna give us all the scoop on making the Michael Jackson tribute, including the good, like Kevin and Harry's successful pitch to Ryan, and the "Bad" ... Jenna reveals why this episode brought back a lot of traumatic memories for her. She details why filming this episode had her questioning her self-worth.

Plus, Kevin admits that he and some of his co-stars went rogue, revealing the consequences of their actions, and the duo ranks the musical numbers!

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1st Q&A of 2024! Jan 11, 2024

Kevin and Jenna are starting the year off right by setting the record straight!

Yes, they address the Klaine hate comments from fans, plus they share if they've ever hooked up with a co-star and reveal the bulky item Darren took from the set!

Plus, with Awards Season in full swing, Kevin shares an embarrassing story from a star-studded after party involving Oscar winner Eddie Redmayne!

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The Proposal ("Yes/No" S3 EP 10) Jan 08, 2024

What do Dame Helen Mirren and NeNe Leakes have in common? They were both featured in this episode! It's a jam-packed show, with Mr. Schuester finally deciding to put a ring on it and recruiting the Glee club to help him with his proposal!

Jenna and Kevin have many thoughts on this episode and share plenty of behind-the-scenes scoops, including the meme-worthy scene of Artie rolling himself into the water, what it was like shooting the synchronized swim and Grease performances, and the moment that brought real-life tears. We propose you say yes to the episode right away!

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Happy New Year! Jan 01, 2024

Out with the old and in with the new! Kevin and Jenna reveal that 2023 was a bit of a bumpy ride for them, so they are looking forward to ringing in the new year!

The duo share their plans and traditions for the big night and reveal their themes (not resolutions) for the upcoming year.

Plus, if one of your goals is to read more in 2024, like Jenna, then tune in because Kevin has a lot of recommendations!

Happy New Year!

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Merry Christmas Gleeks! Dec 25, 2023

Merry Christmas Gleeks!

Jenna and Kevin are spreading holiday cheer by ranking the Glee Christmas episodes, revealing their holiday travel plans, and sharing their favorite and least favorite holiday songs. . . their answers might surprise you!

Plus, a fun holiday edition of 'Would you Rather' that will sleigh you!

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Luck of the Irish with Damian McGinty Dec 21, 2023

McKinley High's favorite foreign exchange student, Rory Flanagan, is on the pod!

Damian McGinty joins Kevin and Jenna to talk about his time on Glee, including how he got on the reality competition series The Glee Project, why he thinks he won, what it was like walking onto the set as the 'new kid,' and the insane welcome he got when he returned to Ireland after starring in Glee!

Plus, Damian talks about his new upcoming role … fatherhood!!

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Wrapped Up in a Bow ("Extraordinary Merry Christmas" S3 EP 9) Dec 18, 2023

It's Christmas time at McKinley High, and the music is be-yule-tiful!

It's a time of giving, and Kevin and Jenna are giving plenty of BIG scoops like . . . Glee's ratings were starting to dip, so Kevin leaked a staged photo that went viral and then happened to be true!!

Plus, the deleted scene that caused fan backlash, thoughts on Matthew Morrison's directing debut, Jenna's recap on "Christmas Wrapping," and the story on the wildly inappropriate voice memo Kevin played over the set's loudspeaker. You're going to want to unwrap this episode right away!

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Lucky Number 7 with Grant Gustin Dec 14, 2023

Before he was a lightning-fast superhero on The Flash, he was stirring up trouble as Sebastian Smythe on Glee!

Believe it or not, Grant Gustin was only in seven episodes of Glee, but he sure left his mark! The actor joins Jenna and Kevin to discuss his time on the show (his first appearance on TV ever!), the scoop on working with Naya on the infamous Smooth Criminal number, and if you thought Sebastian had sexual tension with every character . . . you're not wrong!

Plus, Grant is going from the small screen to the stage! He talks about saying goodbye to The Flash after ten years and now making his Broadway debut in "Water for Elephants," all while juggling marriage and fatherhood!

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In the Spotlight ("Hold on to Sixteen" S3 EP 8) Dec 11, 2023

Sectionals are here! Kevin and Jenna feel this episode has some of the best performances of the entire series.

Get all the behind-the-scenes scoop on Tina and Artie's solos of "ABC" and "Man in the Mirror," the hair fiasco you didn't see on-screen, and the return of Chord Overstreet!

Plus, you must tune in next week – the duo is ready to spill some secrets about their Christmas episode! Kevin is going to tell stories he's never told before!!

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Gleeking Insider with Michael Ausiello Dec 07, 2023

Journalist and author Michael Ausiello routinely got Glee scoops and spoilers for TV Guide and Entertainment Weekly, but who was his source?

Michael joins Jenna and Kevin to discuss his time covering the series, including sharing memories from his time on the set with the cast.

Plus, the trio talks about the loss of Cory Monteith from different perspectives: his co-stars versus a journalist who had to cover the story, how they all felt about the tribute episode, and coming to terms with loss and grief after losing both Cory and Naya Rivera.

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Girls Just Wanna Have Fun ("I Kissed a Girl" S3 EP 7) Dec 04, 2023

The results are in ... fans have mixed feelings about this episode, but what do Jenna and Kevin think?

This ep features songs only by women and includes one of their favorite numbers of the season ... and a whole lot of drama!

We're dealing with the repercussions of Finn outing Santana, a student-teacher relationship gets wildly inappropriate, and there's a new class president, but not before a bit of sabotage from Rachel, who ends up suspended ... and that's just the tip of the iceberg!

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Gleeking News: Merry Snixxmas! Dec 01, 2023

Welcome to the 4th Annual Snixxmas Charity Fundraiser, honoring Naya Rivera and benefiting Alexandria House.

For this year's Snixxmas, a previously unreleased song recorded by Naya in 2012 called "Prayer For The Broken" is making its debut and features new background vocals by Glee cast members.

Kevin and Jenna, joined by their friend Telly Kousakis talk about how this year's project came together, and Kevin reveals the story of the first time Naya played the song for him in 2012.

"Prayer For The Broken" is available now on all platforms, with proceeds benefiting Alexandria House, so please download, stream, and buy the song!

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Gleetastic Fanfiction Nov 30, 2023

It's happening. Kevin and Jenna are exploring the world of Glee Fanfiction!
Brie, Allison, & Pamela could not be more different from one another, but they share one thing in common - their love of Glee! They reveal how and why they started writing Glee fanfiction, dispel common misconceptions about the community, and share which characters are the most popular among fanfic writers!
Plus, please stay tuned for a special announcement regarding the 4th Annual Snixxmas Charity Drive in honor of Naya Rivera!

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Hit Me With Your Best Shot ("Mash Off" S3 EP 6) Nov 27, 2023

It's the third annual mashup episode, and while the songs may be harmonious, the relationships are not!

There's a lot of conflict in this one! New Directions vs. The Troubletones, Sue vs. Burt, Santana vs Finn, and the slap heard around the world . . . and it wasn't even in the script! Hear behind-the-scenes scoop on the scene that still makes them gasp.

Plus, "Mash Off" featured the show's 300th song and a return to the music charts with what Kevin and Jenna think is one of Glee's top three songs of all time! Will you agree? Click to find out!

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Gobble Til You Wobble Nov 23, 2023

Happy Thanksgiving!

There is so much to be thankful for, including getting together with loved ones and eating loads of good food!

Kevin and Jenna share their Thanksgiving plans, past and present traditions, a debate over canned vs. homemade cranberry sauce, and the secret ingredients to their go-to dishes!

Plus, a special Glee Thanksgiving edition of “Would You Rather” you have to check out!

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Next Level ("The First Time" S3 EP 5) Nov 20, 2023

So many firsts and so much controversy ... welcome to "The First Time."

McKinley High is tackling West Side Story ... and some of our favorite students are wrestling with taking their relationships to the next level. Yes, Rachel and Finn and Kurt and Blaine go there, and it's all tastefully done.

Plus, Artie succeeds as a musical director and has his first voiceover. Kevin and Jenna have all the behind-the-scenes dirt on this episode of many firsts!

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The OG with Jim Cantiello Nov 16, 2023

He's the OG recapper . . . before TikTok even existed, he was telling MTV viewers what they missed on previous episodes of American Idol and Glee!

Jim Cantiello joins Jenna and Kevin to dish on the making of his musical "Glee-Caps," why he feels FOX borrowed heavily from him, and what he thinks of the Gleek fan base. . .

Plus, the trio trades stories on what it was really like working with Britney Spears on the set of Glee and The X Factor.

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Trouble Is Brewing ("Pot o' Gold" S3 EP 4) Nov 13, 2023

As the saying goes, sometimes change is a good thing, and there's a whole lot of changing going on in this episode!

The Glee club is distraught because Mercedes has left New Directions for the Troubletones, and she's recruited Santana and Brittany; btw their rendition of CandyMan is so Glee-tastic, Jenna admits she was a little jealous not to be a part of it.

Meanwhile, new club, new relationship status for Brittany and Santana . . . they're officially dating! Idina is back with a new storyline, and Kevin and Jenna have mixed feelings about it. Sue has a new foe, and there's a new kid in town, Irish foreign exchange student Rory Flanagan, played by "Glee Project" co-winner Damian McGinty. He's got the voice of an angel, but not everyone is happy about that! Could they have packed more into one show?!

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Gleeks of the Week Drew & Deison Afualo Nov 09, 2023

Their podcast may be called "Two Idiot Girls," but they are anything but!

Successful podcasters, siblings, and Glee fans Drew and Deison Afualo join Jenna and Kevin to dish about taking down toxic men, unfortunate dating experiences, red flags to look out for, and their tour!

Plus, Drew and Deison turn the tables on Kevin and Jenna, asking them Glee questions that any fan would want to know the answers to!

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Showdown ("Asian F" S3, EP 3) Nov 06, 2023

This season keeps getting better with each episode, and Kevin and Jenna are loving this one!

There are so many face-offs to talk about! Like Brittany showing Kurt "Who Run The World!" A showdown between Mercedes and Rachel featuring a killer duet and Mike Chang vs his parents!

Plus, the return of vampire Tina, the actors that made everyone step up their game to match their skills, and the performance the whole cast struggled to get through because they were trying so hard not to laugh

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Music to Our Ears with Adam Anders Pt. 2 Nov 02, 2023

Gleeks, grab a cup because this tea is piping hot and ready to be served!

Glee's Executive Music Producer, Adam Anders, joins Jenna and Kevin with even more exclusive behind-the-scenes scoop . . . like which cast member locked themselves in a closet at the studio, which cast member almost passed out during their first recording session, and when Adele said no to the show using her songs what Adam did to change her mind!

Plus, there are roughly 100 songs the Glee cast recorded that never made air . . . and he knows exactly where they are! He also admits he and his brother were tough on the cast in the recording booth and how his time working on Glee helped him with his directorial debut, "Journey to Bethlehem," in theaters November 10th!

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Music to Our Ears with Adam Anders Pt. 1 Nov 02, 2023

Calling all Gleeks, you're in for a big treat!

Joining the pod is writer, director, and Grammy-nominated music producer Adam Anders, who has sold over 100 million records and has worked with some of the biggest names in the recording industry . . . including the cast of Glee!

Glee's Executive Music Producer shares never-before-heard stories with Kevin and Jenna, like his terrible first meeting with Ryan Murphy, what song he and Ryan fought over (and who won), the tune that gave him goosebumps as they were recording it, and the intense process of making songs for the show!

Plus, Adam is making his directorial debut with "Journey to Bethlehem," hitting theaters on November 10th with songs written by the Glee team!

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Celebrate Good Times ("I AM UNICORN" S3 EP 2) Oct 30, 2023

So much to celebrate in this episode, including the one-year anniversary of And That's What You REALLY Missed!

Yes, Kevin and Jenna are celebrating a year of sharing fun stories and behind-the-scenes exclusives from their time on GLEE! Thank you for being a part of this journey! Now, let's get right to it!

Jenna and Kevin react to Artie being the director of the school musical, the return of Idina Menzel, Burt and Kurt's aww moment, plus some fun BTS details ... like their favorite snacks on set and what their wardrobe fittings were like!

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Gleek of the Week Brooke Averick Oct 26, 2023

Podcasting Queen, TikTok Star, and huge Glee fan Brooke Averick, aka Lady Efron, is on the pod!

Brooke reveals how her obsession with Glee started, but gasp, admits she never got past season 3! That doesn't stop the trio from discussing their favorite moments from the show and an intense question for Jenna and Kevin . . . which of their covers do they think are better than the originals? Yes, they go there!

Plus, Jenna and Kevin reveal fun, slightly cringe star struck stories … like when he met Zac Efron or when they got tattoos with Harry Styles!!

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Hitting The Right Notes ("THE PURPLE PIANO PROJECT" S3 EP 1) Oct 23, 2023

Yes, we are finally at the start of the infamous season 3!

So many Glee fans have said this is their favorite season ever . . . will Kevin and Jenna agree? Time will tell, but in the meantime, there's so much to unpack in this first episode back!

Kurt and Rachel get a reality check, Quinn has a new look, Mercedes has a new man, and New Directions has a new game plan, but 'Will' they hit the right notes?

Plus, Kevin and Jenna share many fun facts about this episode, including behind-the-scenes dirt about the food fight scene. Viewers loved it, but they reveal the unsavory side of shooting it ...

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Gleek of the Week Max Balegde Oct 19, 2023

TikTok superstar, content creator, and host Max Balegde joins Kevin and Jenna on the pod!

He has over 3.5 million followers on TikTok alone and a huge career on social media, but did you know his path to success started with Glee?!

Max started watching the show when he was just ten years old, and his early TikTok account was all about his favorite series. He shares his 'most unhinged' moments from the series and the storylines he can't believe the network allowed to air.

Plus, he discusses how his successful career came about as a 'complete accident,' which led to a hosting career and more!

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Coming To A Theater Near You (Glee: The 3D Concert Movie) Oct 16, 2023

Grab your popcorn! It's time to revisit "Glee: The 3D Concert Movie."

The film hit theaters in August 2011, and Jenna and Kevin take us back on their journey to the big screen.

From not knowing they were doing a movie to the whirlwind of shooting footage, the premiere, the press days, to what they thought of the finished product! We also get a different point of view … a fan shares what it was like being one of the few audience members to watch them tape some of the concert footage! Someone who just happens to be very close to them!

Plus, Glee fans sent voice memos sharing their experience of seeing the movie in theaters! Kevin and Jenna play the audio and share their reactions!

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Gleek of the Week Rod Thill Oct 12, 2023

Kevin and Jenna are getting a little nostalgic with TikTok's favorite corporate millennial slash nostalgia king, Rod Thill!

Did we mention he's a huge Glee fan?!

Rod shares his favorite season, moments, lines, and storylines from Glee and asks the duo a question he always wondered about . . . why did they make Brittany and Santana main characters out of nowhere?

Plus, Rod talks about being an advocate for mental health, why he started making videos on 'the Tok,' the benefits and toxicity of social media, and answers a question he gets asked a lot - how to make friends as an adult. The answer might surprise you!

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Tour De Force (2011 Glee Live! In Concert! Recap) Oct 09, 2023

Pack your bags! We're going on a tour recap!

The second Glee Live Tour in 2011 went from theaters to arenas, commercial flights to a private plane, to hitting international waters, and Kevin and Jenna have all the behind-the-scenes scoop!

Find out how the show was pieced together, the famous people who randomly showed up to watch them, why Jenna wishes she could do the tour all over again, and the good, the bad, and rad . . . like meeting the fans!

Plus, the song Ryan Murphy absolutely did not want them to do, and how they got him to say yes!

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Gleek of the Week Mike's Mic Oct 05, 2023

Content creator, pop culture connoisseur, and YouTuber "Mike's Mic" (aka Michael Messineo) joins Jenna and Kevin for a complete GLEEK out sesh!

Of course, if you're one of the millions who have watched Mike's viral recaps of his favorite shows. . . then you've seen his take on "Glee."

He reveals how long and how much effort it takes to make those videos, the Glee episode(s) he hates, and how his own high school experience compares to the show's fictional one.

Plus, can it be that Mike knows Glee better than Kevin and Jenna?? Place your bets and listen in to find out!

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Season 2 Wrap Party Oct 02, 2023

That's a wrap on season two, but before we move on to season three, we have to get to the overview!

The fans have weighed in on their favorite couples, episodes, and songs of the second season, and let's just say Jenna and Kevin were a little shocked at some of the top results, but will you, the listeners, be shocked by their picks? You'll have to tune in to find out!

Plus, pump the brakes for "Tartie Takes" . . . for the entire second season!

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Viva Las Vegas Sep 28, 2023

The Glee Club may never have gone to Las Vegas, but Artie and Tina are taking Sin City by storm! Jenna and Kevin are in Las Vegas for a special episode, and you can feel the energy all around them!

Recorded live from the iHeart Podcasts Studio Powered by Bose at the House of Music at the iHeartRadio Music Festival in Las Vegas!!

They have so many memories of living it up in this city, including Naya's rowdy Vegas birthday parties, the many star interactions they've had over the years, and the huge star that hit on Kevin's sister, and she turned him down!!

Plus, the duo shares what an Artie and Tina residency show would look like and so much more!

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Start Spreading The News ("New York" S2 EP 22) Sep 25, 2023

It's the Season 2 finale, and the Glee club takes New York!

This was the first time the Glee cast shot out of state, and Jenna and Kevin have so many memories of their time on and off the set.

Like Kevin missing his flight, the cast having to be barricaded during filming because of paparazzi and fans, and the actors getting in trouble for not remembering their lines towards the end of the shoot.

Plus, they share their thoughts on the songs performed, how Jenna spent her birthday while shooting in NY, and what they’re excited to see in Season 3!

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The Great Unknown ("Funeral" S2 EP 21) Sep 18, 2023

We're nearing the end of season two already! The Glee Club is getting ready for nationals, so obviously, they're incredibly busy planning a funeral??

Kevin and Jenna admit this is a strange and wacky episode, but one that features an Emmy-nominated performance by Jane Lynch.

They share behind-the-scenes scoop on the funeral scene, including the prop that still brings back nauseating memories.

Plus, Jenna and Kevin feel this episode features some of the best songs they've ever done! Even arguing some performances are better than the originals! We need Gleeks to weigh in stat!

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Ask Me Anything Sep 14, 2023

Ask, and you shall receive!

Kevin and Jenna are back with answers to your most pressing Glee questions! Like if they ever considered quitting the show, and whether they have ever read fan fiction. The answer is yes. Find out why it was unsettling for Kevin and which co-star he couldn't look at afterward!

Plus, Kevin and Jenna reveal who made them laugh the most on set, what time Glee Club actually happens, and the one guest star Kevin will never get over not meeting!

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Spoiler Alert ("Prom Queen" S2 EP 20) Sep 11, 2023

Excitement is in the air at McKinley High. It's Glee's very first Prom episode! There's so much drama to cover - the tears, the fights, and waiting with bated breath for the crowning of Prom King & Queen!
But just like the real rite of passage … there's always someone who ruins it for everyone. Spoiler alert! The night's big twist was revealed on social media before the episode even aired by an extra! Kevin and Jenna have thoughts and behind-the-scenes stories that PROMise to be juicy.
Plus, Jenna re-visits her make-out scenes, Kevin shares what it was like filming with Jane Lynch alone for the very first time, and they compare their real-life prom experiences to their on-camera ones. Is one better than the other? You'll have to tune in to find out!
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Gleek of the Week Chris Olsen Sep 07, 2023

Streamy Award-winning digital creator and TikTok star Chris Olsen joins Jenna and Kevin as their very own Gleek of the Week!!

Chris asks Jenna & Kevin all of his burning Glee questions, reveals what he and his high school friends would do after every new Glee episode, and which song & dance from the show he would perform for people.

Plus, he talks about making his own path as a content creator, what his therapist thinks about him posting their sessions on social media, and just how close he was to joining a national Broadway tour.

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The Rumour Mill ("Rumours" S2 E19) Sep 04, 2023

Rumors are swirling but this much is true … Kevin and Jenna love this episode!!
It's Glee's first time featuring songs from just one album - "Rumours" from Fleetwood Mac! There's so much to discuss, like how the show got the rights to the album in just 12 hours, the pressure Kevin felt about his solo, and the inside joke that made it into the episode!
Plus, grab your tissues because there are lots of tears … some from laughter and some from Naya’s incredible performance of "Songbird."
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Our Lips Are Not Sealed with The Go-Go's Aug 31, 2023

They got the beat! Kevin and Jenna go "Head Over Heels" for trailblazers Kathy Valentine and Gina Shock of The Go-Go's. . . the most successful female rock band of all time!

Kathy and Gina share their honest opinions about the Glee covers of their iconic 80's hit songs, "We Got the Beat" and "Vacation," and they don't mince their words.

Plus, they open up about their experiences trying to make it as an all-girl band in a male-dominated industry, reuniting for their Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction, and you won't believe how long it took for one of their biggest hits to crack the charts!! It's a chat you won't want to miss.

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One for the History Books ("Born This Way" S2 E18) Aug 28, 2023

It's Glee's Gaga approved history-making episode all about acceptance!

Except Kevin and Jenna didn't really love this episode when they re-watched it… at first! What made them change their tune… Was it the return of Kurt? The scene where they didn’t have to act? Or Santana's one-liners?

Plus, this super-sized episode features the number two most-listened to Glee song, and it's not "Born This Way."

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Color Me GLEEful with Mark Calderon Aug 24, 2023

"I Wanna Sex You Up" was featured on Glee's third episode but did Color Me Badd really want their biggest hit on a new show?

CMB's Mark Calderon joins Kevin and Jenna to spill all, including why the band said "yes" to Glee, what he thought of the cover, and how his high school days were similar to the show!

Plus, Mark reveals how the group got their first big break thanks to Bon Jovi, but you won't believe what legendary band took them under their wings! It's a Kool story you won't want to miss!

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Holliday's Over ("A Night of Neglect" S2 E17) Aug 21, 2023

Sunshine is back, but the Holliday is over!

Sadly, we say goodbye to Holly Holliday and Gwyneth Paltrow (for now), but not before Kevin learns a valuable acting lesson from the Oscar winner!

Sunshine Corazon (Jake Zyrus) and Dustin Goolsby (Cheyenne Jackson) are both back, Jenna opens up about how Tina’s on-screen taunts stung her in real life … plus, what song made Kevin cry?

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Ask Me Anything Time! Aug 17, 2023

Jenna and Kevin are back to answer your most burning Glee questions.

Like their dream guest star, least favorite episode of Glee, which cast member was the best kisser, and which song they can never listen to again because of the show! You won't stop believing what tune it is and why...

Plus, they reveal secrets from the Glee live tour, including what was not so live on stage and so much more!

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Tell Us How You Really Feel ("Original Song" S2 E16) Aug 14, 2023

As the saying goes, hindsight is 20/20.

This episode featured Glee’s first try at original songs, including the smash hit "Loser Like Me” … But let’s just say the cast didn’t love the song at first, and even tried to get Ryan Murphy to cut it from the show!! Kevin and Jenna relive the "embarrassing" behind-the-scenes moment when they confronted Ryan.

Plus, Kurt and Blaine finally kiss, and it's one of the best first kisses in TV history!! Facts.

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Mystical Magical Ride with Jason Mraz Aug 10, 2023

Kevin and Jenna GLEEK out over Grammy Award-winning artist Jason Mraz joining them on the show!! No really - Kevin confesses Jason's music has been the soundtrack to his life.

Meanwhile, Jenna and Jason reminisce about their time on the Broadway hit show, "Waitress," and Jason shares how he felt about having his songs featured on Glee.

Plus, Jason chats about his latest album and why this might be his last tour ever!!

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Bringing Sexy Back ("Sexy" S2 E15) Aug 07, 2023

Buckle up - there's a lot to unpack here!

Gwyneth Paltrow returns for a little sex education and sings one of the most iconic songs ever, "Landslide." Oh, did we mention Stevie Nicks herself was in the room where it happened?!

It's also the start of something big … the Brittany and Santana storyline gets off the ground!

Plus, Kevin strikes a pose for the cover of Teen Vogue, but we're lucky he remembers because he was hungover for the shoot thanks to Naya's Birthday Party in Vegas the night before!!

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The Legendary Rick Springfield Aug 03, 2023

For the first time ever, Jenna and Kevin are talking to an artist whose song was featured on Glee!!

They are joined by the legendary Rick Springfield, who reveals what he really thought of Cory Monteith's cover of his iconic hit song "Jessie's Girl." Rick also tells us the real-life story behind the mega 80's hit!

Plus, the singer dishes about his newest album, the inspiration behind it, and hitting the road in his 70's.

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Inspired By True Events (“Blame It on the Alcohol” S2 E14) Jul 31, 2023

It’s Kevin’s favorite episode of the entire series!! It was also the most fun for the cast to film because … it was inspired by true events! What was real and what was acting?

Plus, the world’s biggest pop star just beat the Glee Cast’s Billboard Hot 100 record, and they have some thoughts!

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Ashley Fink spills the Tea (PART TWO) Jul 27, 2023

Ashley Fink aka Lauren Zizes joins Kevin and Jenna. In a GLEEful reveal, Ashley tells us how she’s responsible for Chris Colfer’s happy relationship.

Kevin and Jenna are pleasantly shocked by this as you will be.

In unsolved mysteries, Ashley’s still confused as to why one of her storylines disappeared.

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Something Feels Weird (“Comeback” S2 E13) Jul 24, 2023

This episode was…a strange one. Teen angst, another side of Jane Lynch, My Chemical Romance, tears and Justin Bieber. Find out what you missed and why this one hit a bit differently.

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Ashley Fink spills the Tea Jul 20, 2023

Ashley Fink aka Lauren Zizes joins Kevin and Jenna. In a GLEEful reveal, Ashley tells us how she’s responsible for Chris Colfer’s happy relationship.

Kevin and Jenna are pleasantly shocked by this as you will be.

In unsolved mysteries, Ashley’s still confused as to why one of her storylines disappeared.

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Love at First Episode (“Silly Love Songs” S2 E12) Jul 17, 2023

It’s Glee’s first Valentine’s Day episode and juicy stories are in the air! A new director, a first for two characters, a love triangle, song overload and a major announcement!

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Ask Me Anything Jul 13, 2023

So many questions, so many amazing stories! Like Jenna shocking Kevin with a story from the time she went to see NLT perform. Plus, behind-the-scenes of the Glee tour.

All that, and a whole lot of other stuff we also can’t put in writing…but trust us, it’s really good!

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Huddle Up (“The Sue Sylvester Shuffle” S2 E11) Jul 10, 2023

We all saw the show that aired right after the Super Bowl… it was Glee’s most watched episode ever!

But, what we didn’t see was what went into it. The odd filming hours, the lavish gifts (and what was behind them), the Super Bowl parties, the behind the scenes of the slushies, and why the set was almost shut down.

For everything this episode was, there was so much more we didn’t really know about…until now.

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Happy Fourth of July! Jul 03, 2023

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What You Cannot Miss with Heather Morris Jun 30, 2023

Heather (aka Brittany S. Pierce) joins Kevin and Jenna as they tell us what we may have missed and what we absolutely cannot afford to miss. (Hint: It’s got huge celebrity names and will take you on the ride of a lifetime.) Well? What are you waiting for?! Get listening!

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Dot Dot Dot with Dot-Marie Jones Jun 29, 2023

When it comes to the strong personalities on Glee, Coach Beiste was in a class of her own. Lucky for us, Dot-Marie Jones brings that same attitude to the pod revealing the amazing way she landed the role.

Dot opens up about the challenges she endured on the show, her three Emmy nods and her unbelievable real life moment with Dolly Parton!

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Ho Ho Holy Crap! (“A Very Glee Christmas” S2 E10) Jun 26, 2023

Growing up there’s a lot of stuff you don’t notice about Christmas until later on in life. The same can be said about Glee’s very first Christmas episode! That's why Kevin and Jenna are going back down the chimney to take a closer look!

You won't believe the gifts they unwrap for us regarding the Christmas album, crazy cast stories from their trip to London (including a run-in with One Direction!!!) and horrifying tales from the red carpet! This episode is the gift that keeps on giving!

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Gleeking Out Jun 22, 2023

It's no secret that Glee changed the lives of so many people, and the guests today are no exception. Hosts of the Gleek of the Week podcast, Andrew and Allison share the details of their love-at-first-song encounter with Glee.

Plus, more behind the scenes details you probably…really missed! It's as feel-good an episode as you can get and we're totally Gleeking out about it!

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Dog Days (“Special Education” S2 E9) Jun 19, 2023

Sometimes the best scenes are the hardest to film. Find out what went on behind the scenes of this episode that is chock full of iconic numbers and why Kevin and Jenna had a tough time watching it back. And, do you know why the cast refers to this as a “fat episode?” You will soon!

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Gleeking News: Alex Newell Jun 16, 2023

We’ve got Gleeking News… Alex Newell joins the pod fresh off their Tony win! Find out how it all went down, why they actually missed the nominations and what went on backstage! This is truly a moment you don’t want to really miss!

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Everything’s Turning Up with Romy Rosemont Jun 15, 2023

Romy shares some special memories and behind the scenes stories of her time with Cory.

Plus, why was Carole in the basement? Crying on camera? and scenes Glee missed out on!

It’s all right here and we’re not missing it the second time around!

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“Legendary” (“Furt” S2E8) Jun 12, 2023

What’s more fun, a wedding or filming a wedding scene over numerous days? In this case the answer is filming the wedding scene! A good part of that is due to goosebump inducing performances, a guest appearance by a television icon and someone sneaking real tequila into the mix.

But, luckily for us, instead of just pictures from the photographer to remember it by, we got an amazing episode of television and a podcast featuring all the things we missed! It’s time to say ‘I do’ to this episode!

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Directed Hit with Eric Stoltz Jun 08, 2023

Eric Stoltz is known as an actor’s director from his time on Glee… but it wasn’t always that way. Find out what his special rules were and how the different cast members reacted to them including one who uttered the words ”Stoltz what the hell is this?!”

Plus, the BTS of an iconic moment and why the alcohol really was to blame while filming “Blame it on the Alcohol.”

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A-List Guest List (“The Substitute” S2 E7) Jun 05, 2023

It was Gwyneth Paltrow’s debut episode and there were plenty of preconceived notions. Some of which came true and some of them…did not. Find out which was which.

Plus, Beyonce in the bathroom?! And Bad blood with Lindsay Lohan?! One thing is for sure, there is NO substitute for the stories in this episode!

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To the Max (Adler) Jun 01, 2023

We’re all familiar with Dave Karofsky, but do we know the story of how Max Adler became him? Or how he was once shunned from a cast party? Or how his life was forever changed?

If the answer to those questions is ‘no’ then you’re about to find out! AND if the answer is “yes,” then listen anyway because you’ve never heard a story told quite like this!

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Huge and Huger (“Never Been Kissed” S2 E6) May 29, 2023

There’s no question this episode was HUGE in Glee history. But what went on behind the scenes was equally as huge…or even huger (if that’s a word)!

So what really was going on while we were meeting the Warblers, Kurt was having his first kiss, Sam had his solo and Puck returned? You’ll have to listen to find out!

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John. Stamos. May 25, 2023

John Stamos is on the pod. What more could you possibly need?! Just click play!

Find out why John’s nerves caused him to pull all nighters when he was on the show. He reveals who his favorite cast members were and together they pinpoint the real moment they believe the show reached its end.

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Oh the Horror! (“The Rocky Horror Glee Show” S2 E5) May 22, 2023

Kevin and Jenna admit that this episode was “extremely” hard to shoot. How do they feel about it looking back now?

Find out what the guys did behind the scenes to calm their nerves about having to show so much skin! All that plus, John Stamos cut from the show?! What did we miss?!

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Things Get a Little Harry with Harry Shum Jr. May 18, 2023

Harry Shum Jr. a.k.a. Mike Chang is locked and loaded and ready to dish on what we missed! Find out why he calls Glee the “craziest show he’s ever done.” Hear why they all say Glee brought out the best and worst in them (and what the worst was!)

Plus, wait until you hear what they used to do to make the make-out scenes more “interesting.”

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Major Juice (“Duets” S2 E4) May 15, 2023

Where have you been?! There’s so much we missed that we need to talk about!

Kevin’s big blunder that made it on-air! Some amazing behind-the-scenes stories regarding a moment from this episode that changed Kevin forever and an Office shout-out!

Plus, an illegal contract that prevented a cast member from appearing in this episode??! What?!

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Hot Scoop w/ Marc Malkin May 11, 2023

If there’s a scoop to be had…Marc will get it. Find out how he was the first to break some major Glee news and how it all went down!

Plus, they reminisce about Kevin’s first post coming-out interview with Marc. Marc reveals why the show made him cry and so many more things we really did miss!

Plus, it’s been said Marc would be the first to know if there’s a Glee reboot in the works…so?!?

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Tackling My Religion (“Grilled Cheesus” S2E3) May 08, 2023

Tackling the topic of religion is often hard to do in entertainment and this episode was no different. Find out about some of the major details they endured while filming!

Pus, apparently the cast was playing a secret game with each other while filming and if you go back and look at some of the scenes you can actually see it! And what ultimately happened to the co-starring grilled cheese sandwich?

There’s a lot to catch up on...so let's get moving!

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We Missed a LOT (w/ Josh Sussman) May 04, 2023

Josh (aka JacobBen Israel!) joins Kevin and Jenna and boy does he have a lot to share. Despite Glee being one of the best things in his life, it also had its tumultuous times.

From cyberbullying, to the reason his time on the show was cut short, to being naked in front of Jane Lynch…Josh shares stories he’s never told anyone before!

Plus, details on a mystery love note he received from a cast member…but was it really from that person?! Kevin and Jenna are on the case!

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Stamos and Spears (“Britney/Brittany” S2 E2) May 01, 2023

Britney Spears and John Stamos in the same episode! While there was a lot to be thankful for…there was also a lot of stuff we didn’t know about too! Find out what was “really off” behind the scenes with Britney. How the entire cast of Full House made for a…full house. And, guess who had their hands full with a real snake on set.

Kevin and Jenna are split on the feels these memories bring back. But just who falls where?

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Striking a Chord (w/ Chord Overstreet) Apr 27, 2023

It’s everything you ever wanted to know about Sam and Chord stripped down and in the flesh! The truth about the original plan for Sam and why it never happened, the crazy storylines that led to his departure and the real reason why Chord’s music never saw the light of day.

When you hear what you’re about to hear, you'll feel like you’re watching the show for the first time…again.

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Rough Re-Entry (“Audition” S2 E1) Apr 24, 2023

The anticipation for Season 2 was immense…but so was the drama behind the scenes of it.

Find out what still leaves a pit in their stomach from the season 2 premiere, details from their European Summer vacation and a conspiracy theory that infers the drama was coming from inside the house!

Plus, wait until you hear the details about Chord’s original planned role on the show!

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Season 1 We’ll Never Be Over-View Apr 21, 2023

Season 1…nearly 100 songs, 22 episodes and a year and a half to film. The rewatch is in the books and now it’s time to look back and compare favorites. Top episodes, top songs and top moments! You the listener wrote in and now Kevin and Jenna share your thoughts and…their thoughts…on your thoughts…which really got us to thinking. (Spoiler: The input gets a little harsh at times!)

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All Things Glee (w/ Korey Kuhl and Tyler Oakley) Apr 20, 2023

Korey Kuhl and Tyler Oakley join Kevin and Jenna to discuss the beauty of Glee and how it helped so many people through difficult times. Plus, wait until you hear what Kevin almost did the first time he met Tyler! And Tyler faces the music on some heat he took for a Glee related Tweet. Plus, they discuss an actual reboot idea!

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Tis the Season Finale (“Journey to Regionals” S1 E22) Apr 17, 2023

When Glee started, they didn't know if it would last. So when the season finale became the highest rated ever at the time, they were nominated for 19 Emmys and their album hit #1 on the Billboard chart…emotions ran high. And as Kevin and Jenna recap the episode, emotions are still running high. But are they for the same reasons?

Find out what they were going through at the time, some of their most favorite memories and what Kevin and Jenna wish they had done…that they will never get a chance to do. Grab your headphones and a box of tissues. It’s go time!

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Birth of a Show (w/ Ian Brennan - Part 2) Apr 13, 2023

We’re back with Ian! In part one we heard how we got here, now it’s time to hear what was happening that we didn’t know about…and even stuff that Kevin and Jenna didn’t know about until now! The excitement, the regrets, the further regrets, the stress blackouts and even something that bothers Ian to this day that he would like to apologize for. Find out why Madonna changed the course of the show and why some of the cast feared Ryan Murphy. There‘a so much more that we didn’t know…but we’re about to find out!

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Even They Missed It! (“Funk” S1 E21) Apr 10, 2023

Kevin and Jenna themselves are blown away by parts of this episode! Find out what part Jenna had to rewind 3 times just to confirm it really happened!

Plus, one of the weirdest scenes in Glee history and Jenna’s worst nightmare comes true…all in one episode!

And why the cast’s first Beatles type experience was so close to tragedy!

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Birth of a Show (w/ Ian Brennan - Part 1) Apr 06, 2023

Glee creator Ian Brennan joins Kevin and Jenna and takes it…from the beginning. Did you know Glee was supposed to be a movie?! Find out how he came up with the idea, the pitch, the promise, the breaking of the promise, the birth of Sue Sylvester and so much more! Once you hear all that Ian has to say, you’ll start to wonder if you ever knew anything at all!

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Gaga for Gaga (“Theatricality” S1 E20) Apr 03, 2023

Theatricality featured some of Gaga’s greatest hits, this much we know. But wait until you find out Gaga’s reaction to it.

Plus, wardrobe horrors, Kevin’s KISS, police escorts, private planes and something diabolical!

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Paging NPH (“Dream On” S1 E19) Mar 27, 2023

While we were all blinded (rightfully so!) by the light of the guest star appearance of Neil Patrick Harris, there was a lot we probably missed! Worry not because Kevin and Jenna are here with tons of BTS details about the episode, including Kevin’s dance fail.

Plus, find out what they say the fans keep missing about the show and…there’s a “Glee Night” happening this year! …Details await!

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That’s Gotta Be Made-Up! (w/ Eryn Krueger Mekash) Mar 23, 2023

Ladies and gentlemen, your attention please! There is an 8-time Emmy winner on the pod today. Make-up artist, producer and special effects artist Eryn Krueger Mekash joins ATWYRM to tell us literally what we really missed!

It's no secret that actors often spend hours in the make-up chair so it can’t help but turn into a mini therapy/dish/b*tch session!

Find out what Eryn knows, what she didn’t enjoy and what caused her down right Glee PTSD.

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So Much We Didn’t See (“Laryngitis” S1 E18) Mar 20, 2023

For every groundbreaking moment on the show like shaving Puck’s mohawk, there were others that we never knew were happening behind the scenes. Inside jokes the cast had with each other, tales from the cast’s tour to Radio City Music Hall and details on an evening in Phoenix that Kevin will never forget.

All the never before heard stories are right here waiting to be heard!

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Ask Us Anything Part 2 Mar 16, 2023

Ask and you shall receive…so much you didn’t know gets revealed! Find out why Leah got mad at Kevin, why Kevin and Jenna have lingering anger towards Ryan and why Jenna was accused of catfishing…her husband?!

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Run It Back (“Bad Reputation” S1 E17) Mar 13, 2023

The episode was titled “Bad Reputation” and it turns out it was more fitting than imagined. Find out why both Kevin and Jenna were dreading the rewatch and if they felt differently the second time around.

Plus, why they take credit for Olivia Newton-John’s guest appearance. And some interesting things you may have missed regarding the musical performances!

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This Is Your Principal Speaking (w/ Iqbal Theba) Mar 09, 2023

Iqbal Theba (aka Principal Figgins) shares his inspirational life story with Kevin and Jenna. From an engineering degree to an acting career and wait until you hear how Glee turned his life upside down.

Plus, they share their thoughts about the show’s impact all over the world.

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There’s No Place Like… (“Home” S1 E16) Mar 06, 2023

Kirstin Chenoweth, people dressed as food, and Mercedes’ first big storyline meets…Jenna’s 24th birthday (and why Kevin can’t remember it,) Jenna feeling overwhelmed while on a live panel and a super cringe-worthy moment they’d like to have back.

It’s what you knew vs. what you really missed!

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Just Like a Prayer (w/ Ryan Murphy) Mar 02, 2023

Fresh off winning his Lifetime Achievement Award, Ryan Murphy is here to answer our prayers and our questions!

Wait until you hear the story behind how he came up with the Madonna episode and how she reacted to it.

Plus, where does Glee rank in all of his projects? What would he change if he could do it all again? And what are the chances of us getting a Glee-boot?!

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La Episode Bonita (“The Power of Madonna” S1 E15) Feb 27, 2023

Like a Virgin touched for the very first time…it’s fitting that Glee’s first tribute episode ever was Madonna. With 9 of her songs throughout the episode it was like one big party. There were the incredible moments you remember like Sue in a cone bra, stilts and Naya’s amazing performances. But there was so much you don’t know, such as the impression Kevin did of Ryan Murphy in front of Ryan! How the cast was caught off guard on the final night of their tour.

Plus, find out what scene was rewritten on the spot and why! This episode is Like a Prayer, that has been answered!

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The 13th Member of the GLEE Club (w/ Andrew Mitchell) Feb 23, 2023

The honorary 13th member of the GLEE Club, steadicam operator Andrew Mitchell joins Jenna and Kevin.

Andrew gives all the details on what it was like shooting over 730 performances and the origins of a very iconic GLEE staple on the show!

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Game Changer (“Hell-O” S.1 E.14) Feb 20, 2023

It’s no secret this episode was packed with memorable events, but what you may not have known is all the stuff that was happening for Kevin and Jenna IRL…including wild rides of red carpets, award shows, after parties, a visit to Oprah and The White House! All that plus, find out how half the cast of “Frozen” ended up in the episode. And, this episode was also the birthplace of some of the show’s most iconic lines! Can you guess which ones?!

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Jane Lynch in “Ask Me Anything!” Feb 16, 2023

Jane Lynch is back and she’s starring in the “Ask Me Anything” episode of ATWYRM!!! That means no question is off limits!

Why are you still reading? Get to listening!

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False Finale (“Sectionals” S.1 Ep.13) Feb 13, 2023

If the “Sectionals” episode of Glee had a finale feel to you, you weren’t alone. That's because the cast didn’t know if they were coming back. So for all they knew…it was!

Find out what parts of the show were purposefully constructed to adjust for that possibility…what celebrity left the cast feeling uneasy and…did someone say ”unscripted kiss?!” It happened and Kevin and Jenna discuss the details!

There’s a lot that you might have really missed, but that ends…right now!

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OMG! It’s Sue Sylvester (w/ Jane Lynch) Feb 09, 2023

We all adored Jane Lynch on Glee. But did you know there was a decade worth of drama that almost prevented us from ever knowing the joy of watching her breathe life into Sue Sylvester?! (I feel nauseous). Find out how much of Sue was improvised…plus, as much as Jane gave to Sue, apparently she received a pretty big gift in return. If you missed it (and we’re sure you did) don’t fret, it’s all right here!

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A Glee-nomenon (“Mattress” S.1 E.12) Feb 06, 2023

The difficulties of filming this episode (and there were many) seemed to be worth it as the show reached over 8 million viewers and launched into the hit that it was destined to be. Kevin and Jenna recap all the highs and lows of the episode, the behind the scenes difficulties and reveal how this episode ties into the beginning of both their careers!

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Emma Pillsbury (w/ Jayma Mays) Feb 02, 2023

Jayma Mays (aka Emma Pillsbury) joins Kevin and Jenna with stories of stealing success from the jaws of defeat! Including how she felt she absolutely bombed her audition…and then (spoiler alert) got the part! Kevin and Jenna reminisce about her famous one-liners. She shares tales of Emma and Will. And, wait until you hear what part of the show caused her massive anxiety and who she looked up to to get her through it.

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Not Quite as I Remember (“Hairography” S.1 E.11) Jan 30, 2023

Kevin and Jenna recap the Hairography episode and discover some completely cringe moments that maybe didn’t age so well. See if you agree. Speaking of discovering things...Kevin has a surprising TikTok find -- that they didn’t know existed! Plus, stories from their first ever movie premiere and the red carpet experiences.

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Ask Us Anything Jan 26, 2023

The first "Ask Us Anything” episode! Kevin and Jenna answer fan questions and address the current rumors of past on-set drama and reveal what really happened behind the scenes! Plus, find out what they have to say about some of the guest stars...and Q&A with the Snixxmas contest winner which includes, hardest songs, favorite storylines and so much more!

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Pass the Pepto (“Ballad” S.1 E.10) Jan 23, 2023

Find out what about this episode Kevin and Jenna described as “cringe” and left Kevin feeling queasy. But despite those feelings there were admittedly some heartfelt moments to fill the void. And, some tea is spilled as to why Kevin was pulled from performing a certain song!

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What’s Up Pitches! (w/ Tim Davis) Jan 19, 2023

800 songs in 6 years. That’s what Tim Davis accomplished as the vocal arranger on Glee!

Find out how he did it, what the day to day was like behind-the-scenes, which song took him 27 hours to do... and what he’s currently doing with Jane Lynch!

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Wheels Up! (S.1 E.9) Jan 16, 2023

You know it was a good episode when watching the recap brings all the same feels! As difficult as the performances were, there was plenty to keep their spirits up (not to mention to dish about.) And not to be missed…this episode included Jenna and Kevin’s first kiss! Awkward…(but not really)!

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Aaaand Action! (w/ Paris Barclay) Jan 12, 2023

Kevin and Jenna break out the director’s chair for one of television's most successful and honored directors, Paris Barclay! Paris was at the helm for 9 episodes of Glee and has got plenty to dish! Not only on Glee but from some of his other high profile projects that included Elizabeth Taylor, LL Cool J and the Netflix hit show Dahmer! Quiet on the set! We’re rolling…

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Slush Fund (“Mash-Up” S.1 E.8) Jan 09, 2023

Kevin and Jenna recap the Mash-Up episode including the truth behind the slushies and why things suddenly got very real. Plus a ‘Friends’ comparison, a piece of Glee history and find out what a music superstar said to a cast member after seeing them perform their song.

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The Secret’s Out Jan 05, 2023

We unlock the vault with the Queen Supremes from RuPaul’s Secret Celebrity Drag Race! Brooke Lynn Hytes, Monét X Change and Jujubee reunite with Jenna and Kevin. Find out what came first, the Glee or the Drag…plus all the details on Jenna’s secret within the secret! There’s a lot to share and lucky for us, this group is ready to sing!

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Divide and Conquer (“Throwdown” S1. E.7) Jan 03, 2023

From having to change the title of the episode to breaking the fourth wall to Baby-Gate, this episode had it all. Jenna and Kevin discuss why they think this was one of the funniest and politically incorrect episodes of the season.

Plus, they reveal the secret to Mr. Schue’s curly hair and if “Ride With Me” performance was really unscripted!

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Howard Bamboo (w/ Kent Avenido) Dec 29, 2022

Howard Bambooooo is here! Kent Avenido joins Jenna and Kevin and shares how Howard Bamboo was not the role he auditioned for, what it was like meeting Glee special guest (and “angel sent from heaven”) Josh Groban and how one fan on Twitter honors his character in a very special “Sheets-N-Things” way!

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Holiday Special w/ Darren Criss Dec 25, 2022

It’s the most wonderful time of the year as Jenna and Kevin are joined by Darren Criss singing your favorite holiday songs. Plus they share their favorite holiday traditions, food, music and memories from “Glee!”

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The Snixxmas Special Dec 22, 2022

Jenna and Kevin are coming to you LIVE from the iHeart Theater for this very special Snixxmas episode in loving memory of Naya Rivera to benefit the Alexandria House.

Don’t miss this holiday episode filled with special guests, games, fireside chats with the cast and crew of “Glee,” performances and more as they keep the Snixxmas spirit alive!

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Boys vs. Girls (“Vitamin D” S.1 E.6) Dec 19, 2022

Jenna and Kevin discuss the first ever Glee boys vs. girls mash-up! They weigh in on who had the better mash-up and how Jenna still has not recovered physically from this episode.

Plus, for the first time they start to realize the effects of the show growing in popularity as the cast travels to perform the National Anthem at the 2009 World Series!

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How’d We Get Here? (w/ Robert J. Ulrich) Dec 15, 2022

Everybody has someone in their lives who they look at and think, “if it weren't for them I wouldn’t be here.” Generally that person is different for everyone, except when it comes to the cast of Glee…then that person is casting director Robert Ulrich!

Robert joins Jenna and Kevin to dish on how they whittled 50 thousand auditioners to 30, share never-before-heard stories from those auditions and what roles were the hardest to cast. It's a behind-the-scenes from before there were scenes.

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A Guest Star is Born (S.1 E.5 “The Rhodes Not Taken”) Dec 12, 2022

This episode had it all…Kristin Chenoweth as the show’s first guest star, the first performance with all 12 cast members and it set the groundwork for the next 6 seasons. Perfection right?!

Well, apparently there was a lot more than met the eye. Kevin and Jenna take us down the roads of “The Rhodes Not Taken.”

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The Masked Singer winner, Amber Riley Dec 08, 2022

Kevin and Jenna are joined by their friend and the winner of The Masked Singer, Amber Riley. Amber takes Kevin and Jenna behind the scenes of the show.  

Plus, she reveals the fallout from a famous scene from Glee and gives details on the alternate Glee intro that never aired.

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The Spider and the Queen B (S.1 E.4 “Preggers”) Dec 05, 2022

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While this episode was certainly time to shine for some, there was some serious BTS drama going on that Kevin and Jenna are ready to let us know about. Including; Beyoncé induced anxiety, an Australian dust storm and how a red spider almost derailed a scene.

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It’s Brittany S. Pierce (w/ Heather Morris) Dec 01, 2022

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If things seemed calm surrounding Heather and her storylines, then you missed a lot! From having to re-audition for Beyoncé, to being confronted by Naya Rivera, to having an IBS attack on the way to set (and rolling with it!)…Brittany S. Pierce a whirlwind. But with all the stress, there was a lot of fun too and Heather is here to reveal everything you REALLY missed with Kevin and Jenna!

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Up and Down Under (S.1 E.3 “Acafellas”) Nov 28, 2022

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While the Acafellas were being born (and disbanding) the phenomenon that was Glee was continuing its meteoric rise. Kevin and Jenna explain the warm welcome and wild experience they had while in Australia for the airing of this episode (which may or may not have entailed a hangover hike.)

Find out who was star struck meeting Josh Groban, some never shared before casting tales and how episode 3 broke barriers for network TV.

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Kendra Giardi (w/Jennifer Aspen) Nov 24, 2022

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Long before Kendra was helping her sister Terri fake her pregnancy, Jennifer Aspen was on the brink of Glee-dom. Jennifer joins Kevin and Jenna as she shares the story of being turned down from the show and how she ultimately, literally became Kendra.

Plus does Glee fame make you a cool parent? And Jennifer's big regret from the show.

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The Show Behind... (S.1 E.2 "Showmance") Nov 21, 2022

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Sure we all remember the assembly, the Cheerios’ ulterior motives, Rachel and Finn growing closer, not to mention Mr. Schue’s after hours job and who could forget the truth about Terri’s pregnancy but…what don’t we know about all of this?! Well you’re about to find out, including…the “Push-It” performance (and who grew closer with each other due to its…nature)…Kevin’s favorite moment of the episode…and what made Jenna cry in the rewatch. Plus was Terri’s character based on someone? All that plus… Kevin calls one of the cast to set the record straight.

If time travel isn’t possible…this recap is the closest thing to it!

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Chris Colfer Nov 18, 2022

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We know him as Kurt Hummel…but what do we really know about Chris Colfer and how he became Kurt? More importantly, how did becoming Kurt affect Chris?!

Luckily for us (in case you haven’t guessed it yet) Chris joins Kevin and Jenna on the pod to discuss exactly those things and more! The impact of landing the role at 18, being forced to come out and the public response to all of it.

Plus…stories of auditions, canceling going to the Grammys to go on a date and he weighs in on Turkey Lurkey Time number ... did he like it or not?

There’s a lot to unpack here…better grab a snack!

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The Pilot (S.1 E.1) Nov 14, 2022

It’s your first day at McKinley High and you’re being thrust right into elite status as Jenna and Kevin have agreed to take you behind the scenes to share all the school's deepest darkest secrets.

The songs, the wardrobe, the on-the-fly dance moves, the hidden Easter eggs left over from the original NSFW script, why Cory Monteith was absent from rehearsals and tons more.

And we answer the biggest rumor in GLEE history!

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Start Believin’ w/ Ryan Murphy (pt2) Nov 07, 2022

Glee creator Ryan Murphy is back with more of ATWYRM!

Details on the A-Listers that lined up for the mic and those that didn’t make the cut. The tour, the phenomenon and the difficult decisions surrounding the loss of Cory Monteith.

Ryan Murphy explains his desire for the legacy, why he did what he did and what he’d have done differently.

There’s so much of what you REALLY missed, you’ll start to question how much you actually saw.

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Start Believin’ w/ Ryan Murphy (pt1) Oct 31, 2022

It’s May 19, 2009 you just watched the first episode of a new TV show called Glee. You can’t sit still, you feel alive, like you want to sing everything instead of speaking.

But how did we get here? What’s the real story behind the show? Well for starters…The original script was much darker, an iconic character…not included and Justin Timberlake, was in the mix?!

Creator Ryan Murphy joins Kevin and Jenna and takes us through the show's brightest of lights and the darkest of days, including the loss of Glee family members.

It’s time to start believin’ as we go behind the curtain, in part 1 of a very special 2-part opening number of “And That’s What You REALLY Missed!”

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Introducing: And That's What You REALLY Missed Sep 16, 2022

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