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Sneak Preview: 500 Open Tabs! Jan 10, 2024

MusicalSplaining may be over but our former host's podcasting journey continues! Enjoy the first episode of Kaveh's new show 500 Open Tabs and head on over to their feed to hear more great CONTEN...lol jk.

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Cabaret (Series Finale!!) Dec 26, 2023

Former MusicalSplaining queen Lindsay Ellis joins us as we gather FOR THE LAST TIME to discuss the Fosse and Mendes versions about the goings on in Weimar Germany's Kit Kat Club. Musicals are discussed, thanks are given, and shows are ended.

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Hedwig and the Angry Inch (2001) Dec 12, 2023

This week we are joined by video essayist Lady Emily in discussing John Cameron Mitchell's cult classic. Angie remembers her teenage punk years, Emily shops the Criterion Collection, and Kaveh ponders what kind of person went to the movies the week of 9/11.

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Notre Dame de Paris (1998) Nov 28, 2023

This week we are joined by best-selling author Amal El-Mohtar in discussing the world wide phenomenon adapted from the Victor Hugo classic.

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Gypsy (2015) Nov 14, 2023

This week we shoot for the stars with the 2015 West End revival starring Imelda Staunton as the iconic Rose. Angie fails her speed run summary and Kaveh finds an "I want" song he can get behind.

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Newsies (2017) Oct 31, 2023

This week we discuss the 2017 pro-shot stage show based on the 1992 Disney movie of the same name. Angie does her best Transatlantic accent and Kaveh gives an impromptu TED Talk.

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South Park: Bigger, Longer, and Uncut Oct 17, 2023

This week we are joined by special guest Steven Ray Morris in revisiting the 1999 shock musical film loved by Sondheim himself.

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Aladdin (Touring) Oct 03, 2023

This week we return to the THEATER™ and see Disney's hit 2011 stage show based on the 1992 animated film. Angie demands her fellow audience members be more hype and Kaveh shares an interesting Persian term for beloved sons.

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Cinderella (1997) Sep 19, 2023

Special guest Princess Weekes is back for yet another adaptation of Cinderella, this time the 1997 Disney live-action classic starring Brandy and Whitney Houston. Angie hates on Gus Gus, Princess demands justice for the Aladdin TV series, and Kaveh considers the possibility of a Good Cinderella.

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Les Misérables (Touring) Sep 05, 2023

This week Lindsay Ellis returns to her old stomping grounds to discuss one of the most popular musicals ever made. Angie's sister bonds with her out of Phantom spite, Fate tries to prevent Lindsay from seeing the show, and Kaveh finally learns to correctly apply musical terminology.

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Fiddler on the Roof (1971) Aug 15, 2023

This week we are joined by award-winning composer Austin Wintory in discussing the cross-cultural phenomenon and mainstay of the musical medium. Angie speed runs the summary, teenage Kaveh gets kicked out of a show for being too rowdy, and Austin tries his best to tie everything back to Buffy: The Musical.

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Cyrano (2021) Aug 01, 2023

This week we enter the friend zone as we discuss Joe Wright's 2021 musical adaptation of Edmond Rostand's 1897 play. Angie tries her best to restrain her love of Peter Dinklage and Kaveh finally gets to put his wife's screeners to use.

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Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping Jul 18, 2023

In this very special Freaky Friday episode, the roles are reversed as Kaveh 'splains to Angie about the Lonely Island's 2016 cult hit. Kaveh reminisces about the Ka-Blamo days and Angie faces her fear of having to read show notes on air.

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Come From Away Jul 04, 2023

This week we travel to The Rock to discuss the pro-shot version of the hit 9/11 musical. Angie's earnestness spidey-sense tingles and Kaveh learns what happens at the end of the Robert Pattinson film Remember Me.

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Some Like It Hot (2022) Jun 20, 2023

This week return to the THEATER to discuss 2023's most Tony-nominated show. Angie markets a new tap dancing duo and Kaveh mixes up his Broadway Lopezs.

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Rocketman (2019) Jun 06, 2023

We're still standing this week as we dive into the 2019 Elton John musical biopic. Angie creates a plane movie rating system and Kaveh remembers an original Disney fan video from the 80s.

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Bad Cinderella May 23, 2023

This week we throw caution to the wind and engage with our BAD sides with special guest Princess Weekes in discussing ALW's doomed production that no one asked for. Angie, Princess, and Kaveh all agree that Prince Charming is really, really, ridiculously good looking.

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Shrek The Musical May 02, 2023

This week we take a deep dive into the swamp with special guest Big Joel in discussing Dreamworks's sole foray into an animated movie musical adaptation. Big Joel tries to create a loving space free of judgment, Angie repents for her past anti-Shrek sins, and Kaveh provides a post post modern interpretation of this beloved tale.

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Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812 Apr 18, 2023

This week we are joined by Emily St. James in unpacking the War & Peace based critical darling performed by the Shotgun Players in Berkeley, CA. Angie and Emily share musical tattoo stories and Kaveh learns what an egg is.

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Roald Dahl's Matilda the Musical (2022) Apr 04, 2023

This week we dive into the popular 2022 film adaptation of the successful stage musical based on the beloved children's book. Angie relives her epic Friday nights at Borders and Kaveh laments having to become a grown-up.

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Mean Girls (Touring) Mar 21, 2023

This week we try to make fetch happen by heading to San Francisco to see the touring production based on the 2004 film of the same name. Angie tries her best to be a Cool Mom who understands the Youth™ and Kaveh wears pink on a Wednesday. Angie tries her best to be a Cool Mom who understands the Youth™ and Kaveh wears pink on a Wednesday.

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Diana: The Musical Mar 07, 2023

We're back for the new season with our discussion of the notorious 2019 dumpster fire! Angie wonders if musical theater was a mistake and Kaveh moonlights as a studio executive.

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The Muppet Christmas Carol Dec 20, 2022

For our season finale, we are visited by the ghost of Christmas past in discussing the revered 1992 fan favorite of Charles Dickens's novella. Angie opens herself up to earnestness and Kaveh learns about the Once-Ler phenomenon.

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Book of Mormon (Touring) Dec 06, 2022

This week we are joined by Mormon royalty and cat lady extraordinaire Hannah Hillam in discussing the 2011 smash hit. Angie Mormonsplains, Kaveh begrudgingly gets every musical reference, and Hannah wonders if half the people in the show are actual people she knows.

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Across the Universe (2007) Nov 22, 2022

This week we dip into the Julie Taymor oeuvre to discuss the 2007 jukebox musical based on the songs of some band we've never heard of. Angie recalls when she first first discovered Cinema and Kaveh files a lawsuit on behalf of our boy Miloš.

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Mary Poppins (1964) Nov 08, 2022

This week's episode is practically perfect in every way as we discuss Julie Andrews's triumphant film debut! Angie unpacks the titular character's enduring appeal and Kaveh flip-flops like a politician.

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Hello, Dolly! (1969) Oct 25, 2022

This week we discuss the legendary big budget movie musical that put a nail in the coffin of big budget movie musicals. Angie can only handle so much dancing and Kaveh considers switching careers to become a movie musical executive.

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Oklahoma! (2019) Oct 11, 2022

This week we return to the LIVE THEATRE™ and discuss the 2019 production of the highly influential Rodgers and Hammerstein show. Angie talks about how this is the one musical she DIDN'T grow up watching and Kaveh reveals Oklahoma's ties to the genesis of this podcast.

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My Fair Lady (1964) Sep 27, 2022

This week we discuss the Cuckor classic that spawned a thousand makeover movie imitators. Angelina sheds light on the intensity of 1940s fandoms and Kaveh ponders the real identity of Jack the Ripper.

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Amadeus (Theatrical Cut) Sep 13, 2022

This week we have too many (positive) notes for our boy Miloš's 1984 all-time classic. Angie reads an ENTIRE play and Kaveh contemplates the most iconic fart in cinematic history.

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Hair (1979) Aug 30, 2022

This week we discuss Miloš Forman's 1979 film adaptation of the iconic Broadway show. Angie considers if Amadeus is a musical actually, and Kaveh gets hung up on hairlines.

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Phantom of the Opera (2004) Aug 16, 2022

The gang is back together with Lindsay temporarily emerging from the Phantom's lair to join us as we go once more unto the breach with Joel Schumacher's Andrew Lloyd Webber's 2004 cinematic masterpiece. Angie's love life is stifled by the Phantom, Lindsay tries to make sense of the cinematographic choices, and the resident Persian is pleased as punch to be discussing this godforsaken story for the umpteenth time.

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The Last Five Years (2014) Aug 02, 2022

This week we dive into the film adaptation of Jason Robert Brown's beloved 2002 stage show. Angie is forced to considers that maybe a musical wasn't made for her and Kaveh learns what the term "LiveJournal musical trading community" means.

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Sunday in the Park with George (1984) Jul 19, 2022

At long last, we make it to the Pulitzer-winning daddy of all Sondheim shows! Angelina waxes poetic, actually and Kaveh considers getting tested for a genetic variant.

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Elvis (2022) Jul 05, 2022

This week we are forced to put on pants and venture out to the local theater to watch Baz Luhrmann's biopic on the world's most famous hip shaker. Angelina unlocks a core memory of an old Simpsons book and Kaveh ponders the origins of Dr. Nick Riviera.

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Waiting for Guffman Jun 21, 2022

This week we revisit the classic 1996 film that sparked the Christopher Guestaverse and personally attacked an entire generation of theater kids.

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Hairspray Jun 07, 2022

At long last it's time to discuss the 1988 John Waters classic that inspired the 2007 Adam Shankman film based on the 2002 Broadway show. Angelina remembers the thrill of owning physical media and Kaveh's inner critic and producer come to blows.

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Annie (1982) May 24, 2022

This week we discuss John Huston's classic 1982 adaptation in honor of the film's 40th anniversary. Angelina indulges in her love of orphan themed media and Kaveh pitches a musical for another orphan Annie that lives on Tatooine.

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All That Jazz May 10, 2022

We are joined by film and TV editor Josie Azzam to discuss the 1979 classic musical film, widely considered to be one of the best in the genre. Angie makes a Danny McBride connection, Josie defends Grease 2, and Kaveh succumbs to referencing Phantom.

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Company (2006) Apr 26, 2022

This week we are joined by Sarah Zed as we drink to the 2006 Broadway production of Sondheim's 1970 breakout hit. Angelina recounts her days as a child director, Sarah ponders the queer subtext, and Kaveh feels personally attacked by the show about a guy in his mid 30s who has dragged his feet on getting married.

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Jesus Christ Superstar Apr 12, 2022

For a special Easter surprise, we are joined by Vox critic-at-large Emily St. James as we dive into ALW's 1971 breakout hit. Lindsay and Emily discuss their early experiences with the story of Jesus and Kaveh makes an Iranian diva connection.

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Rock of Ages Mar 29, 2022

Shred is not dead as we travel back in time to the glory days of the Sunset Strip to discuss the 2012 box office bomb. Angelina contemplates the proper nomenclature for 80s metal and Kaveh coins a counter to Wine Moms: the Jack Daniels Dad.

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West Side Story Mar 15, 2022

This week we wade into the waters of Oscar glory with our discussion of the 1961 original and 2021 remake. Angelina finds a newfound respect for Michael Bay and Kaveh does a little filmsplaining.

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Jekyll & Hyde Mar 01, 2022

Jekkies rejoice as we make our way into the world of this 1990 cult classic. Angelina childhood judginess is finally vindicated and Kaveh makes a case for the importance of casting.

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Into the Woods Feb 15, 2022

Our first Sondheim deep dive of the year begins with a discussion of the beloved 1986 anti-fairy tale fairy tale. Angelina inevitably brings it back to Phantom and Kaveh goes down a therapy rabbit hole.

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Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Feb 01, 2022

This week we discuss the 1999 film version of the ALW classic starring Donny Osmond and his perfect jawline. Angelina recounts middle school horror stories and Kaveh learns about YouTube poops.

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Tick, Tick... Boom! Jan 18, 2022

We are back from hiatus with new co-host Angelina Meehan to discuss the newest installment in the Lin-Manuel Mirandaverse, 2021's Tick, Tick...Boom! Angelina finds inspiration in a pile of dog vomit and Kaveh holds onto the possibility that he can still be named People magazine's Sexiest Man Alive.

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The Lion King Dec 17, 2021

The circle of life continues as we discuss the 1997 world wide sensation with our 5th Beatle Angelina Meehan. Lindsay is haunted by memories of the Anastasia stage show, Angelina sticks up for the Hyenas, and Kaveh feels guilty for not being sufficiently hyped.

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Chicago Nov 23, 2021

Our live theatre run carries on with our discussion of the 1996 revival of the iconic Bob Fosse joint. Lindsay counts the number of stairs climbed in the Ambassador Theatre and Kaveh does his best to remain body positive.

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Wicked Nov 09, 2021

Our back to Broadway series continues with this discussion of the 2003 smash hit. Lindsay recalls running into the leader of the Ferengi, Princess reveals her AMV mashup past and Kaveh is once again transfixed by puppets.

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Special Episode: Truth of the Divine Oct 19, 2021

For this very special episode we celebrate the release of Truth of the Divine with special guest Abigail Thorn as she pulls back the curtain of the audiobook recording process. We also answer your listener questions and of course, get sidetracked on a Phantom tangent or ten.

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Little Shop of Horrors Oct 05, 2021

At long last, we return to Broadway to resume seeing LIVE THEATER!! This week we are joined by Elisa Hansen in discussing the current Off-Broadway production. Lindsay discovers that she has strong feelings about lighting your puppets properly and Kaveh finally learns what Off-Broadway actually means.

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Mamma Mia! Sep 14, 2021

This week Todd “in the Shadows” Nathansan joins our heroes to take a look at one of the sluttier musicals by and for the boomer generation. Lindsay demands more Cher, Todd stands alone as the last of the true ABBA Haters, and Kaveh learns what it really means to be a wine mom.

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Xanadu Aug 31, 2021

This week we learn how podcasting is really just one big roller disco with the 1980 flop Xanadu and ask, was this really one of the worst films ever made, or is it unfairly maligned? Lindsay tries to calculate how much rioting is required to kill a musical genre, and Kaveh tries to make the case that he is not a serial killer despite his traumatic head injury.

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Muppet Treasure Island Aug 17, 2021

This week we revisit a forgotten Muppet classic on its 25th anniversary. Lindsay rediscovers her love for Tim Curry and Kaveh reevaluates his adolescent Muppet snobbery. No one knows how to pronounce “Muppet” in French.

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The Greatest Showman Aug 03, 2021

This week we are joined by top-mid-level guest host Jenny Nicholson in examining the 2017 smash hit. Lindsay and Jenny discuss the nuances of trapeze artist gatekeeping and Kaveh tries his damndest to get in the minds of Zoomers.

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Singin' in the Rain Jul 13, 2021

This week we discuss the 1952 classic that famously depicts the unthinkable: rain in Los Angeles! Lindsay recounts her own True Hollywood Story featuring Andy Dick and Kaveh expands his ad reading skills into a new profession.

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Moana Jun 29, 2021

In the thrilling conclusion to the LMM trilogy, this week we are joined by Princess Weekes to discuss 2016's Moana. Lindsay has surprisingly strong feelings about coconut pirates, Princess weeps for her nonexistent Samoan grandmother, and Kaveh gets distracted by all things SHINY.

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In The Heights Jun 15, 2021

This week we discuss the recently released Hollywood adaptation of our boy Lin-Manuel's Tony-winning debut musical. Lindsay stresses the importance of taking a pragmatic approach when it comes to NYC real estate and Kaveh laments what was lost by not seeing this production in the *THEATRE*

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Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory Jun 01, 2021

This week we revisit the Willy Wonka Cinematic Universe by discussing the 1971 classic and the 2005 remake. Lindsay makes a case for The Weeknd playing Willy Wonka instead of Timothée Chalamet and Kaveh achieves peak dad brain with his reverence for Timothée Chalamet's turn as Spiderman.

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22: Phantom of the Paradise May 18, 2021

The Persian is in the Phantom’s clutches once again as we are joined by veteran guest host Angelina Meehan in discussing Brian De Palma's 1974 cult classic. Lindsay and Angelina stan the mysterious “Beef” and Kaveh proposes a controversial George Lucas/Phantom of the Opera conspiracy theory.

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21: The Descendants May 04, 2021

Self-proclaimed expert on Monster High knockoffs Jenny Nichiolson returns to discuss the Disney Channel smash hit. Lindsay makes the case for why Hades is a DILF and Kaveh recruits his eight-year-old niece as a consultant.

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Om Shanti Om Apr 20, 2021

At long last we venture into Bollywood with guest host Siddhant Adlakha! Lindsay and Siddhant attempt to pinpoint the arrival of abs in India and Kaveh once again sees flashes of Phantom.

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O Brother, Where Art Thou? Mar 16, 2021

For this episode we embark on the odyssey of discussing the 2000 Coen Brothers classic. Harbinger of O, Death Lindsay makes the argument that this film is a musical, while Man of Constant Sorrow Kaveh struggles to define what a musical even is.

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18: The Wizard of Oz Mar 02, 2021

This week on our journey down the yellow brick road, we are joined by fellow 'splainer and L. Frank Baum wizard Antonella Inserra. Lindsay considers the Wicked Witch's OSHA violations and Kaveh discovers a newfound appreciation for animal talent.

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17: The Sound of Music Feb 16, 2021

In honor of the late Xtopher Plummer, we take a look back at the classic 1965 film. Lindsay tries her best to understand what nuns do with their free time and Kaveh reveals his basic side.

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16: Repo! The Genetic Opera Feb 02, 2021

This week we finally cave to fans' demands and review the 2008 cult classic. Lindsay struggles in earnest to dissect Repo's appeal and Kaveh screams bloody murder about the film's budget.

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15: Moulin Rouge! Jan 19, 2021

In the first of our "musicals that began as movies" series, we are joined by our 8th Beatle Angelina Meehan in discussing the 2001 Baz Luhrman classic. Lindsay and Angelina predictably figure out a way to steer the conversation towards Phantom, and Kaveh questions his continuing appeal to the MusicalSplaining audience.

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14: Ratatouille: The TikTok Musical Jan 05, 2021

We're back from hiatus to discuss the ratticle rat sensation of 2021! Lindsay does some fair use-splaining and Kaveh shows off his improvisational talents.

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13: Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street Sep 09, 2020

We are (once again) joined by Angelina Meehan as we split the muff of our first Sondheim show discussing the demon barber of Fleet Street. Lindsay burns the roof of her mouth with her caliente hot takes and Kaveh reluctantly crosses over into full musical fandom.

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12: SpongeBob SquarePants: The Broadway Musical Aug 19, 2020

By popular demand, Lindsay and Kaveh take a (virtual) trip to a pineapple under the sea, where they give bottom-feeding theater critics a bad review and reminisce about the good ol' Virgin Megastore days. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

11: Hamilton Jul 28, 2020

On this very special episode we are joined by TikTok celebrity and resident young person expert Hank Green in discussing the biggest (non-Phantom) musical sensation of the past 20 years. Discourse is discoursed, as we ask the important questions like "was Washington a Daddy?" and "what kind of YouTuber would Hamilton have been?" See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

10: Love Never Dies Jul 14, 2020

It feels like it's been 10 long years since we last co-hosted with Angelina Meehan, yet here we are discussing yet another Phantom content! Winner of 0 Tony awards, we dissect ALW's much maligned sequel to his greatest hit. Topics covered include Christine's Vegas residency on Coney Island and lessons on de-escalation with the Phantom. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

09: American Idiot Jun 23, 2020

Lindsay and Kaveh pay their respects to Antifa by watching the punk rock musical written by none other than Green Day. You'll have the time of your life hearing Lindsay fawn over Billie Joe Armstrong's gigantic head while Kaveh tries to wrap his head around yet another musical featuring a guy with an acoustic guitar who will save the world if he can only write one perfect song. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

08: The King and I Jun 09, 2020

Lindsay and Kaveh, star of the international hit film Argo, get in way over their heads with Rodgers and Hammerstein’s extremely dated classic, the King and I. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

07: Rent May 19, 2020

As if quarantine wasn't hard enough, Lindsay and Kaveh voluntarily watch a pro-shot version of Rent. God help us all. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

06: Six May 05, 2020

Heads will roll as Lindsay and Kaveh finally return after hiatus to discuss Six the musical! Kaveh gets in touch with his inner 14-year-old girl and Lindsay travels back in time to the woke discourse of 2004 . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

05: The Phantom of the Opera Mar 31, 2020

Lindsay and Kaveh are joined by guest host Angelina Meehan in their descent into the basement to explore the classic tale of a 50-year-old virgin/musical genius/entrepreneur who grooms a young opera singer before kidnapping her repeatedly and then murdering several people. Is Lindsay and Angelina's enthusiasm as contagious as they think it is? (It isn't). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

04: Beetlejuice Mar 17, 2020

Our Broadway adventure continues with audience favorite Beetlejuice (or BJ as Lindsay likes to call it). Sorta based on the movie of the same name, the story follows a dead couple who try to haunt the new inhabitants of their former home. Could this be the episode where... Lindsay and Kaveh agree on something? Boy, I hope you're ready for a show about death! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

03: Hadestown Mar 03, 2020

Lindsay and Kaveh trek to New York to review the Tony-winning Hadestown, the tale of a beautiful singing idiot who travels to the Underworld to get his girlfriend back but accidentally starts a labor union instead. Lindsay 'splains about Greek myths and Kaveh yells about his bejeweled apron. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

02: Frozen Feb 18, 2020

Very special guest and self-proclaimed "Frozenhead" Jenny Nicholson joins Lindsay and Kaveh to discuss the incredibly mediocre stage version of Disney's "Frozen." Kaveh does not know how to pronounce "Anna," and no one knows how to pronounce "Kaveh." See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

01: Cats Feb 04, 2020

The inaugural episode in which Lindsay and Kaveh review the original stage musical Cats, as well as the 2019 Tom Hooper abomination. Lindsay says "cats" a lot and Kaveh gets angry. Good content! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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