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Ep 19 - Taylor Iman Jones: "I Have Good Teeth Privilege" May 07, 2021

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No one on this planet is more chill and charming than Broadway star, Taylor Iman Jones. It was a complete pleasure getting to talk to her about everything under the sun. Not just her amazing career accolades (such as starring in Broadway cult fave’s such as Groundhog Day and Head Over Heels, and also jumping in as the lead alongside Beth Leavel in the upcoming The Devil Wears Prada), but we also discuss how we are both Bay Area native’s, how she is a jazz pianist, and we even play a rousing game of “Every 4th Question” - you’ll be laughing your tail off by the end of this episode. So sit back, tune in, and turn in the F*** UP! Taylor Iman Jones is in the house! Keep up with Taylor on instagram, Twitter, and TikTok @taylorimanjones

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Ep 18 - Ryan Scott Oliver: "I'm a Christian Rock Fiend Even Though I'm an Atheist" Apr 30, 2021

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Ryan Scott Oliver is one of the most prolific musical theatre writers of our generation! He and I go back a long time and I didn’t think I could respect the man more until we had this conversation! Of course *you* know RSO for his tremendous, game-changing musicals such as WE FOXES or JASPER IN DEADLAND, but did you know one of his musicals actually made an appearance on a certain former presidents reality TV show??? And I'm sure we’ve ALL jammed out to his song-cycle “35MM” with songs inspired by his husband, photographer Matthew Murphy, but I bet you’d never guess which cartoon gave Ryan his sexual awakening! OF COURSE we are *allllll* excited about his musical adaptation of the novel/film “Hugo” but I bet you’d be surprised to hear who Ryan chooses to off in our Broadway edition of F***, Marry, Kill! Well we go deeper than a canyon on this episode discussing all of this and much much more. I love him, you love him, so tune in and turn it up because NOW we’re talking with Ryan Scott Oliver!

Twitter/Instagram: @ryanscottoliver

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Ep 17 - Joe Iconis: "I Love to be Delighted" Apr 23, 2021

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Joe Iconis is huggable. Joe Iconis is intimidating. Joe Iconis has amazing talent. Joe Iconis also has amazing hair. He is a darling of musical theatre, and someone I always catch myself rooting for. We ALL know that Joe Iconis is a staple in NYC with his infamous concerts featuring the “Joe Iconis Family” but did you know that Joe Iconis has a deep love for all things The Muppets? We all know Joe for his Tony nominated work for his musical adaptation of BE MORE CHILL, but did you know this show almost didn’t have a fighting chance to blow up into the phenomenon it did? The man is a legend and ALSO, a myth and it was a joy having him on the show to not only discuss life during COVID-19, hear about his amazing career and play some silly games, but he also gives some truly terrific advice to all future generations of theatre workers. So TUNE IN, and turn it the hell up! Joe Iconis is in the house, and he is spitting truth all up in this pod! For more on Joe make sure to follow him on his socials @MrJoeIconis!

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Ep 16 - Rob McClure: "Filming Vampire Movies in the Woods" Apr 16, 2021

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Rob McClure is a mother f***ing FIXTURE on Broadway. There is something infectious about the way this guy talks about theatre. A perpetual childlike wonder and amazement geared toward everything he does to contribute to the Broadway stage. He makes an audiences theatre experience one they will always remember, because he truly understands the value of a live audience! Sure, he is approaching “legend” territory on Broadway, but did you know his fascination with performing all started when he would perform Vampire movies in the woods… without anyone filming it?!?! I’D TRUST A WEIRDO KID LIKE THAT ENDLESSLY! Of course we know him for his Tony nominate role of Charlie Chaplin in the Broadway musical Chaplin, and his portrayal of Adam Maitland in the Broadway Blockbuster “Beetlejuice” but did you know that he literally cannot wrap his head around people who use a sibilant “S” when they speak?? Can you blame him?!?! Enough with the sibilant “S’s” you guys! Like, the whole world knows the Rob was starring as the title role in the musical adaptation of Mrs. Doubtfire right before the Broadway shut down (and is returning in the role when theaters reopen), but did you know that his grandmother cried more during a performance of Les Miserables than she did at her own husband’s funeral??? WELL BUCKLE UP, GUYS AND GALS, because Rob and I discuss all of that and much more in this weeks’ episode. From his mission statement as a theater kid, to his non-stop career on stage, all the way to a fun game of “the most impossible questions” where I put him through the wringer asking him questions that are nearly impossible to answer. I had a blast with him, and you will too! For more Rob McClure-ness follow him on twitter @RobMcClure and on instagram @McClureRob

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Ep 15 - Brandon J. Ellis: "A Life-sized Antonio Banderas Body Pillow" Apr 09, 2021

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If you’re looking for a full-sized, Antonio Banderas body pillow, then Brandon J. Ellis is the man you should be hanging with. Broadway star Brandon J. Ellis and I have been friends for over a decade. You all probably know him as the face of Firehouse Subs, but did you know that he wrote a musical called Balls: The Musical!? …and that it was sponsored by BALLS VODKA?!? Most of you will probably know him as “Davy Zlatic” from the original Broadway cast of the amazing musical Bandstand, but did you know that he used to have a job where he would fart inside of a grandfather clock??? We know Mr. Ellis from his work on TV shows like 30 Rock and Broadway shows like Company, and Once, but I bet you’d never guess what type of furniture he’d want to have a sexual relationship with. Well we discuss it all right here on this episode. From his multi-pronged career in show business, to why no one talks about morning breath in the movies, to which animal he thinks is the cutest, to which Broadway musicals we think are wildly overrated, Brandon and I do a bonafide deep dive discussion about everything and anything! This was a really fun episode to record, and I can promise after listening to this episode, you will all have new love and new respect for the man himself, Mr. Brandon Ellis!

Learn more about Brandon by following him on twitter @BrandonEllis5 and instagram @machetethunderpants

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Ep 14 - Lizzy McAlpine: "Maple Cream on a Biscuit" Apr 02, 2021

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Lizzy McAlpine’s music is so good that it makes me angry. Angry that I can’t be JUST LIKE HER! I had a blast getting to know this wonderful new singer/songwriter. She is working with some of the biggest names in the industry such as Jacob Collier and Dodie, and she’s getting praise from big players such as Sara Bareilles! By now we’ve all heard her amazing debut full length album “Give Me a Minute” which boasts MILLIONS of streams on Spotify! Sure her videos on TikTok and instagram have the whole world talking and buzzing with excitement for her next musical venture, but did you know that Lizzy is actually a theatre kid like you and me?!? It makes me feel good to know that someone as cool as Lizzy is a nerd like us deep down! I adore her and her music and I’m so excited to see what the future holds for the wonderful, talented, beautiful Lizzy McAlpine! Tune in and turn it up, you sexy buttheads! Lizzy McAlpine is on the damn podcast today! Don’t forget to rate and subscribe!

You can follow Lizzy on twitter/instragram/TikTok @lizzymcalpine

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Ep 13 - Andrew Kober: "I Like The Idea of Being Mysterious" Mar 26, 2021

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Andrew Kober has been in every Broadway musical ever. Okay, well, not really. But he’s been in many of them. One of the workingest actors in the game. So of course we all know that he’s performed on the Tony’s twice: first with the revival of Hair and second with the revival of Les Mis. But did you know that he and his son have an adorable online talkshow called “The Asher & Daddy Show”?? We know that Andrew Kober has worked directly with the great Stephen Sondheim and Lord Andrew Lloyd Weber in shows like Sunday in the Park with George and School of Rock, but did you know that he one day wants to be a certified pilot??? NO! Why would you know that? He’s a man with many mysterious qualities, but thankfully my good pal Andrew Kober took the time to sit with me and talk about everything under the sun. From his family, upbringing and odd obsession with Gilbert and Sullivan, all the way to his credit card wizardry. Andrew Kober is one helluva guy and we should all feel lucky to live on the same planet as him. Ladies and gentleman, tune in and turn it up for this week’s episode with special guest, one of my besties, Andrew Rebecca Kober!

Andrew Kober has been seen on Broadway in shows such as Hair, Les Mis, Sunday in the Park with George, School of Rock, and Beautiful. He’s been seen on TV in such series as Boardwalk Empire, Blue Bloods, House of Cards and more, and he is one of the lovable (M)orons alongside Alex Brightman, F Michael Haynie, and myself! Keep up with Kober on twitter and instagram @andrewkober

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Ep 12 - Drew Gehling & Julia Mattison: "You Can't Put the Sycamore Next to the Munchkins!" Mar 19, 2021

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We’ve doubled your pleasure with this seasons first DOUBLE GUEST EPISODE SUPREME MEGA BONANZA THINGY! Two amazing artists, and quite the kick ass duo, Drew Gehling & Julia Mattison! Drew Gehling (or as I refer to him “more handsome and successful Drew”), is best known for originating the role of Dr. Pomatter in the hit musical Waitress, but did you know that he knows all the words to the “Gummy Bears” theme song?!? Julia Mattison is well known for her work creating characters such as NYC’s beloved Ruby Manger, and the award-winning series “Brooklyn Sound” but did you know that before she was a comedy queen she was a high school singer/songwriter full of a hilarious amount of angst!??? Like we all know that Drew and Julia are fixtures in the theatre scene from Jersey Boys to the revival of Godspell, but did you know that all 3 of us have a deep love for the pop hits of the 90’s?!?? We talk about it ALL from their wacky childhoods to their show business journey, so TUNE IN BUTTHEADS! And don’t forget to rate and subscribe! Julia Mattison and Drew Gehling are in the house!

Drew Gehling has been seen on Broadway in such shows as Jersey Boys and On a Clear Day You Can See Forever, he is best known for originating the role of Dr. Pomatter in the hit musical Waitress. Julia Mattison has been seen on Broadway in the original revival cast of Godspell. She is also the co-creator of comedy staples such as Ruby Manger, The Advent Carolndar, and the award-winning web series, Brooklyn Sound!

You can follow Drew Gehling on Twitter/Instagram @drewgehling, and Julia Mattison on Twitter/Instagram @JuliaMat

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Ep 11 - Rachel Zegler: "Hasmat Reality" Mar 12, 2021

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Holy shit! A movie star took the time to talk to me! Not just any movie star! A beautiful, young, charming new talent who caught the attention of Steven Spielberg who cast her as Maria in his upcoming adaption of West Side Story! It was a true pleasure having Rachel on the show. She reminded me that we’d actually met before at the Broadway Flea Market when she was 14 years old! On today’s episode we talk about Rachel’s experience working with Steven Spielberg and Stephen Sondheim. We also play MASH to determine each other’s future. Not only that, we discuss the importance of being kind in this industry and I express my distaste for Lea Michele’s famously bad attitude. Lots of ground gets covered on this episode so TUNE THE HECK IN and turn it! Rachel Zegler is in. the. HOUSE! Don’t forget to rate and subscribe!

Keep up with Rachel and all the exciting things going on in her life on Twitter/Instagram @RachelZegler You can also find her on youtube and TikTok!

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Ep 10 - F. Michael Haynie: "And This is F!" Mar 05, 2021

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F. Michael Haynie is a nerd. The most beautiful nerd I know. He’s my best pal. The people love F. That’s why he has been seen in big fat shows like Wicked as Boq, and Frozen as Olaf, but did you know that he know he has an INSANE knowledge for the lore of the Super Mario Universe?!? I think it’s common knowledge by now that F originated the role of Augustus Gloop in Broadway’s “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory”, but did you know that he originally had dreams of being a band instructor?? I mean, I’d bet you knew all about his work in the “Carrie” revival or the original cast of “Dogfight” but did you know that he and Tony nominee used to sing in an a cappella group in college together? Well we dive into all of this AND MORE on this week’s episode with my good friend F. Michael Haynie! TUNE IN, WEIRDOS! This was a lot of fun. Aaaaaaaand this is F!

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