Best Seales Podcasts (2024)

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Side Effects of Radicalism (with Bree Newsome) 57:49

1h ago57:49

57:49

This week, we are joined by artist, activist, and filmmaker Bree Newsome to discuss the powerful connection between radicalism and activism and how radical actions can inspire change. For more content, subscribe to our Youtube and Patreon! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Urban One Podcast Network

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Ep342 - Alexi Melvin: Broadway Producing and Queer Social Media Influencing 50:21

1d ago50:21

50:21

Alexi Melvin is making significant strides in the Broadway community as a producer in shows like "Here Lies Love," "The Outsiders," and "The Notebook". She highlights the struggle of balancing commercial success with artistic bravery, advocating for more support for innovative and risk-taking productions. Growing up with a professional baseball pla…

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Side Effects of Critical Race Theory (with Professor Kimberlé Crenshaw) 56:51

7d ago56:51

56:51

This week, Professor Kimberlé Crenshaw joins us to discuss her groundbreaking work in Critical Race Theory and Intersectionality, sharing insights that deepen our understanding and highlight the role of education. For more content, subscribe to our Youtube and Patreon! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Ep341 - Mary Testa: No One Is Better at Cold Readings 41:24

8d ago41:24

41:24

From loving TikTok to enjoying cold readings playing “delightfully stupid” characters, Mary Testa is a talented actress who’s “not on a stardom path and never will be”. She starts off where her acting journey began: choosing between law school and performing. Ultimately, she pursued the latter and eventually moved to New York in 1976, explaining wh…

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Ep340 - Jessica Fontana: Every Day Special 42:22

13d ago42:22

42:22

Jessica Fontana admits that her need to feel like she’s in control impacts her journey in balancing her professional and personal life. Her passion for performing arts began with ballet, which eventually set the stage for her career in musical theater. While Jessica’s mom highly supported her artistic endeavors, her father initially wasn’t. She tal…

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Side Effects of Journalism as Activism (with Nikole Hannah-Jones) 55:17

14d ago55:17

55:17

This week, we are joined by Nikole Hannah-Jones, journalist, Pulitzer Prize winner, and founder of the 1619 Project, to explore the intersection of journalism and activism. For more content, subscribe to our Youtube and Patreon! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Urban One Podcast Network

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Ep339 - Jonathan Groff, Kara Young, George C. Wolfe, Daniel Radcliffe, Maleah Joi Moon & more at the 2024 Tony Awards 35:16

16d ago35:16

35:16

Listen in behind the scenes with this special episode featuring media room speeches from 2024 Tony Award winners Shaina Taub, Dede Ayite, Tom Scutt, George C. Wolfe, Justin Peck, Ryan Rumery, Nikiya Mathis, Will Brill, Kara Young, Daniel Radcliffe, Kecia Lewis, Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, Sarah Paulson, Jonathan Groff, and Maleah Joi Moon. Guest hosted…

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BONUS - "CATS: The Jellicle Ball" Recap with Alan Seales of The Theatre Podcast 38:23

18d ago38:23

38:23

"I love this show and I love this production. This production was so much fun because it spans all theater fans, all ballroom fans, and just people who want to go have a good time will like this." This bonus episode is a recap of "CATS: The Jellicle Ball" featuring Mike and Alan Seales of the Theatre Podcast recorded immediately after seeing a prev…

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Ep338 - Jeremy Jordan: Bonnie & Clyde LIVE 8:51

19d ago8:51

8:51

Currently captivating audiences as Jay Gatsby in the Broadway production of “The Great Gatsby”, Jeremy shares insights into his career, both on stage and screen as we join him for a special press event discussing the upcoming pro-shot release of “Bonnie and Clyde”. After initially performing B&C on Broadway in 2011. He shares the differences betwee…

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Side Effects of Finding My Roots (with Kimberly Renee) 1:09:01

22d ago1:09:01

1:09:01

Happy Juneteenth! This week, we are joined by historian Kimberly Renee to learn about my family history and explore my roots. For more content, subscribe to our Youtube and Patreon! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Urban One Podcast Network

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Ep337 - Andy Mientus: The Ultimate Spring Awakening Stan 1:04:17

22d ago1:04:17

1:04:17

Welcome to a crossover episode of "Was it Chance" where Alan Seales and Heather Vickery peel back the layers of serendipity to uncover the hard work and opportunities behind what looks like mere chance. In today's episode, we bring you a conversation with the extremely handsome and talented Andy Mientus, a true maverick of the stage and screen. Fro…

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Ep336 - Eden Espinosa: Friendship Bracelets and Theatre 57:32

27d ago57:32

57:32

Eden Espinosa’s performance as Tamara in “Lempicka” garnered her a Tony Award nomination for Best Actress in a Musical…and she’s not guilty about it. She highlights both the triumphs and tribulations of her career – from being a part of Colby's Clubhouse and working at Disneyland when she was young to dealing with rejections and criticisms. Maybe b…

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Side Effects of A Talking Dog (with Maurice Cobb) 52:25

29d ago52:25

52:25

This week, we are joined by Maurice Cobb to discuss his experience as a dog parent to his talking dog, Mylo. For more content, subscribe to our Youtube and Patreon! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Urban One Podcast Network

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Ep335 - Dorian Harewood: A 47 Year Return to Broadway 1:03:19

1M ago1:03:19

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Dorian Harewood's career journey is anything but ordinary, and he's got three wonderful women (and luck) to thank for it. And after over 45 years, he’s back on the Broadway stage as Older Noah in “The Notebook”. He shares what made him want to come back, owing it to his manager who pushed him to audition for the role. With almost 200 credits under …

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Ep334 - Rick Elice: Rescued by Water for Elephants 58:44

1M ago58:44

58:44

If there’s one lesson to take away from Rick Elice’s life story, it’s to never say no to a free lunch. He shares anecdotes from his past, including childhood memories of seeing theatre productions that got him to pursue acting and getting fired for his first Broadway show as an actor. While he’s always loved theatre, Rick also looks back on the beg…

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Side Effects of Being a Blerd 34:27

1M ago34:27

34:27

This week, I talk all about being a Black nerd, the impact of Black Sci-Fi, and the difference between being a nerd vs a dweeb. For more content, subscribe to our Youtube and Patreon! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Urban One Podcast Network

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Ep333 - All Things Liza Minnelli, with Bruce David Klein (A Truly Terrific Absolutely True Story) 59:25

1M ago59:25

59:25

Liza lovers, this episode is for you! We had the incredible Bruce David Klein, director of the brand new documentary, "LIZA: A Truly Terrific Absolutely True Story," in the virtual studio dishing all about the film and the legendary Liza Minnelli herself. The first and only documentary Liza has personally approved and allowed herself to appear in, …

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Ep332 - Maryann Plunkett: Theatre is Great if You're Shy 53:20

1M ago53:20

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For Tony Award winner Maryann Plunkett, she will always be a shy person. But thanks to theatre she's learned how to enter a room and own it. Currently playing as Older Allie in the Broadway adaptation of "The Notebook," Maryann delves into her approach to embodying the character, the collaborative process with her co-stars and director, and the imp…

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Ep331 - David Korins: Don't Do Stupid Things 52:46

1M ago52:46

52:46

Four time Tony Awards nominee David Korins lets us into his world as he talks about his creative process and the intricacies of set design. He shares insights into his work's detailed and often granular nature, emphasizing the importance of even the smallest elements in creating a believable world for actors and audiences alike. He discusses set de…

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Side Effects of Hacking Hollywood (with Angelica Ross) 1:13:43

1M ago1:13:43

1:13:43

Angelica Ross drops by the podcast to talk about the role technology has played in advancing her experience in Hollywood. For more content, subscribe to our Youtube and Patreon! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Urban One Podcast Network

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Ep330 - Hannah Cruz: Ultra Competitiveness Led Her to Broadway 48:06

1M ago48:06

48:06

Thanks to her competitiveness in sports and being a “terrible loser”, Hannah Cruz found her way into performing and theatre. She shares insights into her journey, including going viral on YouTube and getting asked to audition for “Legally Blonde”, and eventually moving to New York. She opens up about the pressures of performing, including the const…

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Ep329 - Brent Comer: Accidentally Discovering A Love for Theatre 1:04:37

2M ago1:04:37

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Brent Comer caught the theater bug by accident in high school when he signed up for musical theatre class instead of a news casting class – and he hasn’t stopped performing since. While it was cut short for a bit during the pandemic, his passion for performing did not waver. He opens up about his struggles as an actor during the lockdown, learning …

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Side Effects of Radicalism (with Bree Newsome) 57:49

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Ep342 - Alexi Melvin: Broadway Producing and Queer Social Media Influencing 50:21

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Side Effects of Critical Race Theory (with Professor Kimberlé Crenshaw) 56:51

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Ep341 - Mary Testa: No One Is Better at Cold Readings 41:24

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Ep340 - Jessica Fontana: Every Day Special 42:22

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Side Effects of Journalism as Activism (with Nikole Hannah-Jones) 55:17

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Ep339 - Jonathan Groff, Kara Young, George C. Wolfe, Daniel Radcliffe, Maleah Joi Moon & more at the 2024 Tony Awards 35:16

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BONUS - "CATS: The Jellicle Ball" Recap with Alan Seales of The Theatre Podcast 38:23

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Ep338 - Jeremy Jordan: Bonnie & Clyde LIVE 8:51

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Side Effects of Finding My Roots (with Kimberly Renee) 1:09:01

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Ep337 - Andy Mientus: The Ultimate Spring Awakening Stan 1:04:17

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Ep336 - Eden Espinosa: Friendship Bracelets and Theatre 57:32

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Side Effects of A Talking Dog (with Maurice Cobb) 52:25

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Ep335 - Dorian Harewood: A 47 Year Return to Broadway 1:03:19

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Ep334 - Rick Elice: Rescued by Water for Elephants 58:44

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Side Effects of Being a Blerd 34:27

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Ep333 - All Things Liza Minnelli, with Bruce David Klein (A Truly Terrific Absolutely True Story) 59:25

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Ep332 - Maryann Plunkett: Theatre is Great if You're Shy 53:20

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Ep331 - David Korins: Don't Do Stupid Things 52:46

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Side Effects of Hacking Hollywood (with Angelica Ross) 1:13:43

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Ep330 - Hannah Cruz: Ultra Competitiveness Led Her to Broadway 48:06

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Ep329 - Brent Comer: Accidentally Discovering A Love for Theatre 1:04:37

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