DRAMA. with Connor & Dylan MacDowell

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“From Shania to Satine” with Ashley Loren Mar 29, 2023

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Connor and Dylan are joined by the Sparkling Diamond Ashley Loren (Moulin Rouge, Jekyll & Hyde). The guys gush over Ashley’s incredible talent, having recently seen her make her legendary legend entrance at the Al Hirschfeld. Ashley recounts her path from standby to alternate to now being the full-time Satine in Moulin Rouge. They chat about singing with Aaron Tveit, adopting her cat Mozart, and art being her healer. Ashley shares her early love of Shania Twain, and the full circle moment of making her Broadway debut in Jekyll & Hyde after being in awe of Linda Eder at a young age. Of course they get into her music career, learning to love pieces of oneself, touring with Carly Rae Jepson, Ben Rauhala, and a possible upcoming concert. Ashley openly shares her Lyme disease journey, and how she plans to use her platform to raise awareness. No topic is off the table, including hotness of The Duke in Moulin Rouge as well as the Hailey Bieber vs. Selena Gomez real drama.

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“Babe, I Was Born F*cking Cool” with Carrie St. Louis Mar 22, 2023

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Dylan and Connor are joined by Carrie St. Louis (Titanique, Wicked). Years in the making, the three finally sit down to get down to BUSINESS. First up? Titanique, now playing through September 10th at the Daryl Roth Theatre. Hear all about Carrie’s voyage with besties Marla Mindelle and Constantine Rousouli. They also discuss gratitude for longer Drag Race episodes, Scandoval, Miley’s Endless Summer Vacation (and vocal health), and reluctantly yet gloriously experiencing Ted Lasso. Don’t forget Carrie’s credits, honey! Wicked, Rock of Ages, Cruel Intentions, Kinky Boots, and MORE. You’re going to fall in love with her if you haven’t already. Be sure to support her vocal coaching business: The Carrie St. Louis Studio.

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"She's So Mother" with Connor & Dylan MacDowell Mar 15, 2023

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Connor and Dylan have some TWIN TALKS for you this week! It’s an Academy Awards post-mortem, interspersed with all the theatre, pop culture, love, and life you need. This episode includes chatter about the current Broadway season, Funny Girl announcing its closing, and the climate of Friends of the Pod appearing in a lot of shows this spring. For some apparent reason they wonder how Lea Michele would’ve fit into the 2022 Best Actress race, as well as discuss actors turned red carpet hosts, what credentials make a podcast host, Scandoval / Vanderpump Rules, and placing respect on Kristen Doute’s name. They cover glorious Oscar winners Jamie Lee Curtis, Michelle Yeoh, and Ke Huy Quan, and why Angela Bassett will have her day. This chat is full of laughs, discourse on Grey’s Anatomy and Ted Lasso, and a dose of Drama about our own show. Join us for some TWIN TALKS!

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"Child Boy Soprano Belter" with Brian Martin Mar 08, 2023

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Dylan and Connor are joined by Brian Martin (Some Like It Hot, Mrs. Doubtfire). Listen in as the boys discuss the most important cultural moment of the week (two weeks ago): Ariana Debose at the BAFTAs. From there, they learn all about Brian’s upbringing in Michigan and his life changing experience seeing the original Broadway cast of Wicked. Ripping library cast recordings onto your vintage mp3 players, performing in a Brooklyn backyard with Alaska Thunderfuck, and co-starring with Mrs. Doubtfire castmates J. Harrison Ghee, Casey Garvin, and K.J. Hippensteel in two Broadway shows in a row are only SOME of the topics we get into, honey. We’re also manifesting a Natasha Yvette Williams Tony nomination. Some like it HOT and that ain’t BAD.

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"In the Shit" with Jordan Donica Mar 01, 2023

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Connor and Dylan are joined by Jordan Donica (Camelot, My Fair Lady). On the eve of Lincoln Center Theater’s first performances of the reimagined production of Camelot, the twins meet Jordan for an intimate and thrilling conversation. But first: hear about the twins’ visit to A Doll’s House starring Jessica Chastain. Jordan gives his full backstory, detailing his close relationship to his family of incredible women and what inspired him to get into the arts. They get into it ALL, including the tea on Charmed on the CW, Hamilton on the west coast, and being the first Black man to play Raoul in Phantom of the Opera on Broadway. Listen to the end for tales of Miley Cyrus, a psychic, and teases on what to expect in Camelot, opening at Lincoln Center Theater this spring.

"Cheug Cheug" with Alysha Umphress Feb 22, 2023

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Dylan and Connor are joined by the fabulous Alysha Umphress (On The Town, “Bonding”). It’s a proper kiki, full of laughter while nothing is off the table. The trio immediately bond over their love of ol’ London Town, reveling in their pantomime adventures and favorite afternoon tea spots. Alysha spills on her upbringing in the Bay Area, her multiple appearances in Annie the Musical, and her Shellie Award nominated performance as the red headed orphan. We cover her Broadway turns in On a Clear Day You Can See Forever, American Idiot, Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, and of course On The Town. They chat about leaving one’s mark on a role, such as Hildy in On The Town, or reimagining a track like she did in Smokey Joe’s Cafe. Alysha shares her love story with her husband Cody Williams, as well as dishes on her four times bartending on “Watch What Happens Live.” These three discuss “The Traitors,” “Vanderpump Rules,” and “You” in this funny and fantastic chat. Check out Alysha’s upcoming concert appearances below!
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“My Trinidadian Luck” with Melanie La Barrie Feb 15, 2023

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Connor and Dylan are joined by the fabulous West End queen turned Broadway star Melanie La Barrie (& Juliet, Matilda). This side-splitting gab between the dolls leaves no stone unturned, as they immediately hit it off. The trio chat about & Juliet’s transfer to New York City, creating the role of Nurse/Angelique, and the power of this groundbreaking musical sensation. Hear about Melanie’s Trinidadian roots (and luck), creating an array of iconic roles in the musical theater canon, and why she prefers to use her native accent in her projects. They also get into Viola Davis’ Oscar snub, The Traitors on Peacock, cell phones in the theater, dreamy costars Oliver Tompsett and Stark Sands, the comedic prowess of David Badella, Keala Settle as the Nurse, and all of the & Juliet lore and tea. Get ready for powerful wisdom, belly laughs, and MORE.
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"The Great British Twins Trip" with Connor & Dylan MacDowell Feb 08, 2023

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Dylan and Connor bring you a cheeky installment of our TWIN TALKS. Fresh from their trip abroad to London, the lads give a full breakdown of their holiday highlights. They relate to study abroad girlies after returning to the states, pointing out key differences between the US and GB. West End theatre-going is covered: Cabaret, & Juliet, The Burnt City, Mother Goose, and 2:22: A Ghost Story. They share favorite moments and memories from spending time with their new friends, meeting Joel Harper-Jackson (and his love Lloyd Daniels), seeing Cheryl Cole onstage, traveling to Windsor, exploring the London sights, and the amazing food sampled. The Anglophiles were in heaven (as well as gay club Heaven). Grammy Awards insights are also popped onto the end of our London diary recap!
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"Buoying" with Zachary Noah Piser Feb 01, 2023

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Connor and Dylan are joined by Zachary Noah Piser (KPOP, Dear Evan Hansen). You’re about to be obsessed with this week’s guest. Listen in for a fabulous conversation about KPOP’s early closing, being Mr. January in The Broadway Asian Men Calendar, M3GAN vs Meghan Markle (& Harry), Zach’s Broadway debut in Wicked, gagging over Tatiana Lofton, representation, the cultural and social reactions to Dear Evan Hansen through the years, Zach’s love story with his partner, overcoming the dreadful gloom of January, starring as Evan in Dear Evan Hansen, #DearAsianHansen, and excitement of what’s to come in 2023.
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"DogzAreAwesome" with Gideon Glick Jan 25, 2023

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Connor and Dylan are joined by Tony Award nominee Gideon Glick (To Kill a Mockingbird, Significant Other). Recorded on the eve of the twins’ visit to London, they get some tips from Gideon, who recently spent time across the pond. Our guest beats the “shy” allegations by discussing his new mustache and twunk status, as well as his upcoming job in a comedy series’ writers room. The guys dissect Bernadette Peters’ Gypsy performance on the Tony Awards, Gideon’s teen years in Spring Awakening, and living with one Lea Michele for a period of time. They get into AIM screen names, coming out coming out at 12 years old, Ernst’s impact, Significant Other’s through line to Gideon’s wedding (officiated by Sas Goldberg), creating Dill in To Kill a Mockingbird on Broadway, and more. Listen as breaking Maude Apatow casting in Little Shop literally stops the episode cold, and they fellas learn about Gideon’s cookbook with Adam J. Roberts. You’re sure to adore Gideon if you don’t already!

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