Best Aok Podcasts (2024)

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Director Paul Feig (Bridesmaids, Jackpot): Kindness on Set 1:07:57

1d ago1:07:57

1:07:57

Prolific director Paul Feig (Bridesmaids, A Simple Favor) joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul season 3 finale to discuss creating kind environments on set, his hilarious new film Jackpot starring Awkwafina, John Cena and Simu Liu (who surprises him), championing female-driven roles, Bridesmaids the musical and more. Paul Feig is a DGA-w…

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Emmy Winner & Tony Nominee Kevin Del Aguila (Little Shop of Horrors): Feed Me Kindness! 1:01:55

8d ago1:01:55

1:01:55

Emmy winner and Tony-nominee Kevin Del Aguila joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss joining the cast of Little Shop of Horrors, backstage antics, writing children's television with kindness, his viral Some Like It Hot moment and more. Kevin Del Aguila currently plays Mr. Mushnik in Little Shop of Horrors. He received a Tony nom…

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Olympian Laurie Hernandez Shares Self-Kindness Checklist [Summer Rewind] 20:35

15d ago20:35

20:35

Olympic Gold Medalist Laurie Hernandez joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss her self-kindness checklist and much more. This interview was originally recorded in July of 2021. Laurie Hernandez Laurie Hernandez is a two-time Olympic medalist, earning gold and silver at the Olympic Games Rio 2016 as part of the Final Five US wome…

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Challengers 51:14

20d ago51:14

51:14

All's fair in love and war and in many other areas as well. The Punchletes put on their horny hats to talk about the hit 2024 film, Challengers. After discussing themes like emotional manipulation and hot rat men, Hillman, Mike, and Tim resurrect yet again the long dead segment, "The Line-tning Round." Serve the ball!…

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Broadway's Noah J. Ricketts (The Great Gatsby) Gives the Greenlight on Kindness 45:59

22d ago45:59

45:59

Actor Noah J. Ricketts joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss playing Nick Carraway in The Great Gatsby with empathy, how an airbnb led to him signing on to Gatsby, kindness vs. niceness and much more. Noah J. Ricketts stars as Frankie in the Golden Globe, SAG and Critics Choice-nominated Showtime series “Fellow Travelers.” Addi…

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Tony-Winner Jessie Mueller (Beautiful, Waitress) Finds Strength in Kindness: Summer Rewind 1:02:08

29d ago1:02:08

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Tony and Grammy Award-winner Jessie Mueller joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss her incredible career, how Chita Rivera changed her life with an act of kindness, navigating negative voices in her head when she’s recording an album or just in life, and much more. *This episode was originally recorded in July of 2023* Jessie Mu…

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Josh Groban Wants You to Believe in Yourself: Jimmy Awards 2024 [Live] 44:58

1M ago44:58

44:58

Happy July! Josh Groban and more stars chat with The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul live from the Jimmy Awards. Robert talks advice for dreamers, kindness tips and much more. Guests in this episode include: multi-platinum singer Josh Groban (Sweeney Todd), Back to the Future star Casey Likes, Dear Evan Hansen star Andrew Barth Feldman, Kenny…

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Reflections on Self-Kindness with Nina West, Javier Muñoz & More [Pride Special] 23:09

2M ago23:09

23:09

In celebration of Pride month, join us as we reflect on some poignant moments from past The Art of Kindness podcast episodes. Free yourself to see yourself with stars Javier Muñoz (Hamilton), Nina West (RuPaul's Drag Race), Tony-winner J. Harrison Ghee (Some Like It Hot), TV producer Liz Tigelaar (Little Fires Everywhere), T. Oliver Reid (Hadestown…

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Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer, Shaina Taub, Corbin Bleu & More Share Kindness Tips: Drama Desk Awards '24 30:35

2M ago30:35

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Join The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul live from the 2024 Drama Desk Awards at NYU Skirball in New York City. The Drama Desk Awards, recognizing the best of Broadway, Off-Broadway, and Off-Off-Broadway, were hosted by Sutton Foster and Aaron Tveit (Sweeney Todd) with Stereophonic emerging as the most-winning production of the season. In thi…

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Car-pod Cast-aoke 48:57

2M ago48:57

48:57

Beep Beep! Get the hell out of the way! The Punch Up Guys hit the road in the famed Car-pod Cast-aoke episode, criticizing everything from tires to general road infrastructure, all while attempting and succeeding to drive one these mysterious machines.By Hillman Hollister, Mike Miller, Tim Melvin

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Who won the Rap beef between Kenny Lenny vs. Dro? The Father's Day and 4th of July episode! 1:01:24

2M ago1:01:24

1:01:24

This week's Top 13 HITZ features some of today's greatest pop stars! We dig into the huge rap beef between Kenny Lenny & Dro, also alt-pop sensation Millie Dimpletz, Nashville country star Corbin Gallons, pop star Mariana Anaana, British singer/songwriter Timmy Fashion, hip hop/R&B star Thoughtfulrella, and so many more! Also our “Blast From the Pa…

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Bernadette Peters, Debbie Allen & More Share Kindness Tips Live from Chita Rivera Awards 37:26

3M ago37:26

37:26

Happy dance! Join the Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul live from the red carpet of the 2024 Chita Rivera Awards at the NYU Skirball Center for the Performing Arts in New York City, featuring Broadway legends like Bernadette Peters (ahh!). In this episode, you will hear Robert chat with: Golden Globe winner Debbie Allen (Grey's Anatomy), Norm L…

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Hannah Cruz's Kindness-Fueled Road to Suffs on Broadway 1:02:24

3M ago1:02:24

1:02:24

Suffs star Hannah Cruz joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to talk her Broadway debut, stage fright, self kindness, finding courage in seeing herself in media, a surprise from Jenn Colella and more. Hannah Cruz is thrilled to be making her Broadway debut. Off-Broadway: The Connector (Robin, MCC), Only Gold (Camille, MCC), Suffs (Ruza, T…

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What Makes A Great Leader? Shoshana Bean, Nikki M. James, Michael Grief & More Live at New Dramatists Luncheon 26:55

3M ago26:55

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Join The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul live from the New Dramatists 2024 luncheon at the New York Marriott Marquis honoring Tony-nominated director Michael Greif (The Notebook, Dear Evan Hansen and Rent to credit a few). All proceeds benefited New Dramatists' resident playwrights and their work. In this order, Broadway star guests talk what…

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Broadway’s Jelani Remy (Back to the Future): French Toast, Pranks & Joy 48:38

3M ago48:38

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Broadway star Jelani Remy joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to talk all things Back to the Future the musical, the joy of a good backstage prank and much more. Jelani Remy is a NJ native and Broadway performer known for shows like Ain't Too Proud The Life and Times of The Temptations and Disney’s The Lion King. The talent now lights u…

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The Dictionary 45:57

3M ago45:57

45:57

As the immortal bard once said: "Words, words, words-" assuming that's what he put in all his famous plays. The Punching Guys take on the nerdiest thing of all, the English language. After a quick stop discussing their recent projects, Tim, Mike and Hillman take a skewer to the outdated and often boring book known as "The Meriam-Webster Dictionary.…

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Can Jessica Sheurguerk hang on to the #1 Spot? 50:33

4M ago50:33

50:33

The May 6, 2024 episode of America's Top 13 Hitz features today's greatest pop stars like the biggest star in the world Tylie Lyler, hip-hop icon Dro, sultry singer/songwriter Lala Calabasas, hardcore punk sickos The F'ing Psychos, British superstar Gus Burbridge, West Coast rap legend Lawyer Lamar, country music star Barth Scrutts, and so many mor…

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TRAILER: America's Top 13 Hitz! with Eric Moneypenny 1:06

4M ago1:06

1:06

COMING SOON: A monthly sketch comedy podcast from Eric Moneypenny (who has written for The Eric Andre Show on Adult Swim, FOX ADHD, AOK, The Midnight Show, more.) In each episode, Eric takes you through the Top 13 (fake) hits in the world of music. But there aren't just songs, there are sketches, commercial parodies, bits, and more. It's a parody o…

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Francia Raisa Shares Life-Changing Act of Kindness, Future of How I Met Your Father & More 24:05

4M ago24:05

24:05

How I Met Your Father star Francia Raísa joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss her life-changing act of kindness to Selena Gomez, paying it forward with her new Modelo partnership and much more. Also, today is Earth Day - please be kind to the earth! FRANCIA RAISA recently starred in the hit Hulu sitcom HOW I MET YOUR FATHER wh…

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Operation Dinkless Part 2 44:47

4M ago44:47

44:47

The unintended consequences of good intensions...

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Broadway’s Sherz Aletaha (Merrily We Roll Along): Solar Eclipse of the Heart 1:02:05

4M ago1:02:05

1:02:05

Sherz shares! Sherz Aletaha joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul on the day of the 2024 Solar Eclipse to talk all things making her Broadway debut in Merrily We Roll Along, meeting Meryl Streep, bringing her authentic self to every role and more. Sherz, which is pronounced like “more than one Cher,” is an Iranian American actor, singer, …

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Broadway's Chilina Kennedy (Beautiful): A Sign of the Times 1:00:03

5M ago1:00:03

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Broadway star Chilina Kennedy joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss playing Carole King in Beautiful, acts of kindness throughout her life, her new Off-Broadway show A Sign of the Times and more. CHILINA KENNEDY most recently played Billie Jean King in Love All by Anna Deavere Smith. Broadway: Paradise Square, Beautiful: The Ca…

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Mean Girls Star Jonathan Bennett's Broadway Dreams Come True in Spamalot 24:27

4M ago24:27

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Mean Girls icon Jonathan Bennett joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to chat following your dreams no matter what, getting out of your own way, jumping into Spamalot on Broadway and more. This isn't an April Fool's joke! Jonathan Bennett skyrocketed to fame after playing heartthrob Aaron Samuels in "Mean Girls." The GLAAD Award winner a…

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Award-winning Opera Singer Sharon Azrieli: An Aria of Arts Education, Philanthropy & Jewish Stories 50:31

5M ago50:31

50:31

World-renowned Opera Singer Sharon Azrieli joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss giving back to arts education, amplifying the Jewish community and more under the kindness sun. Sharon Azrieli is a philanthropist and award-winning opera singer. Born in Montreal, Sharon’s voice has soared around the world, gracing Carnegie Hall, …

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The Notebook Musical Broadway Opening Carpet: Nicholas Sparks, Ingrid Michaelson & More 1:02:00

5M ago1:02:00

1:02:00

Bonus Episode Alert! Podcast history is being made - this is the first ever crossover episode event featuring Robert Peterpaul host of The Art of Kindness Podcast and Samantha Tuozzolo, co-host of Survival Jobs: A Podcast. Samantha and Robert are live on the opening night red carpet of The Notebook on Broadway asking cast, creative and attendees al…

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Tony Winner J. Harrison Ghee (Some Like It Hot): Free Yourself to See Yourself 1:01:43

5M ago1:01:43

1:01:43

Tony Award winner J. Harrison Ghee joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss their transformative Some Like It Hot journey, taking intentional time to rest and more. J. HARRISON GHEE won the 2023 Tony Award for Best Leading Actor in a Musical, making history as the first non-binary actor to be nominated and win in this category for…

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Boop! The Musical Star Jasmine Amy Rogers: Amplifying Equity in the Arts 47:50

5M ago47:50

47:50

Performer Jasmine Amy Rogers joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss bringing icon Betty Boop to life onstage in Boop! The Musical, battling imposter syndrome, amplifying historically underrepresented voices and more this women's history month. Jasmine Amy Rogers (she/her) recently finished a run as the titular role of “Betty Boo…

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Broadway’s John Cardoza: Healing Through The Notebook Musical 1:04:48

5M ago1:04:48

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Broadway performer John Cardoza joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss playing young Noah in The Notebook the Musical and more. John Cardoza returns to Broadway with The Notebook, after originating Younger Noah in its world premiere production in Chicago. John starred as Christian in the National Tour of Moulin Rouge! The Musica…

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'Poor Things' Singer Carminho: Kindness is the Perfume of a Good Person 1:03:28

5M ago1:03:28

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Portuguese superstar Fado singer Carminho joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss her work on the Oscar-nominated film Poor Things with Emma Stone, the art of fado singing, kindness around the world and more. Carminho is a Portuguese superstar fado singer. Daughter of fado legend Teresa Siqueira, Carminho was immersed in music fr…

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Broadway's Annaleigh Ashford & Joe Tapper (The White Chip) Embrace Kindness Through Acts of Service 1:15:29

6M ago1:15:29

1:15:29

Broadway power couple Annaleigh Ashford and Joe Tapper join The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss teaching kindness and empathy to their son, overcoming shame, self-care in the theatre and their seminal show The White Chip. ANNALEIGH ASHFORD is making her producing debut with The White Chip and believes in supporting plays that provi…

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Isha Blaaker (Ava DuVernay's Origin): Kindness is Truthful 43:04

6M ago43:04

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Isha Blaaker joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss his impactful new film Origin (based on Isabel Wilkerson's acclaimed book Caste), working with Ava DuVernay and more. Isha Blaaker is an actor and model who was raised in the Netherlands. He broke into the entertainment industry as a model, starring in major international luxur…

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Broadway Pep Talks from BeBe Winans, Laura Benanti, Shoshana Bean & More: Black Theatre Coalition Gala 23:12

6M ago23:12

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Stars Laura Benanti, Shoshanna Bean, BeBe Winans and more joined The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul podcast to give you an audio pep talk and discuss the importance of building change this Black History Month. Join us live from Black Theatre Coalition's inaugural gala honoring the National Black Theatre at the Rainbow Room in New York City. …

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World-Renowned Choreographer Alonzo King: The Kindness of Stillness 1:03:36

6M ago1:03:36

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Acclaimed choreographer and dance Alonzo King joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss the power of stillness, how everyone can tap into their own creativity and much more. Alonzo King is a dancer, choreographer, teacher and true thought leader. Born in Georgia to civil rights activists and now thriving in San Francisco, Alonzo re…

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Operation Dinkless Part 1 52:42

7M ago52:42

52:42

The Punchers plot sweet revenge, part one.

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Valentine's Day 44:17

7M ago44:17

44:17

Ah, love, who needs it? Not us, unless... no, not us. The Puncheos and Punchiets take on the corporate consumerist badness that Valentine's Day has become. After a brief description of their recent projects, Mike, Tim, and Hillman give their uncensored thoughts on chocolates, cupid's arrow and general Valentine's Day shenanigans that have gone on f…

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Broadway's Caesar Samayoa (How to Dance in Ohio): "Be Your Truest Self" 59:06

7M ago59:06

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Broadway star Caesar Samayoa (Come From Away) joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss his heart-lifting new show How to Dance in Ohio, self care on Broadway and much more under the kindness sun. Caesar Samayoa is a performer who's been seen in the original broadway companies of Come From Away (Kevin J./Ali), Sister Act (Pablo), T…

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The Works of Robert Frost 1:01:01

7M ago1:01:01

1:01:01

You lovely flower, you beautiful rose, you love your hair, I love your toes. The Punchers take on the undefeated G.O.A.T. of Poetry, Bobby "The King" Frost. While dissecting his rather wrong use of literary devices such as ice and thin roads, Hillman, Mike and Tim recite verses of their own works to prove yet again they can fill an entire podcast e…

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Jocelyn Shelfo (XO, Kitty / May December): 'Kindness is Thoughtfulness' 51:58

7M ago51:58

51:58

Netflix's XO, Kitty star Jocelyn Shelfo joins The Art Of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss working on a dude ranch, acts of kindness during her acting career, working alongside Natalie Portman and Julianne Moore in May December and more. Born and raised just outside Atlanta, GA, Jocelyn Shelfo began acting in high school. She soon found her…

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Percy Jackson and the Olympians Star Aryan Simhadri: The Magic & Kindness of Disney 39:00

7M ago39:00

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Disney's Percy Jackson and the Olympians star Aryan Simhadri joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss playing Grover, positive moments on set with the cast and more. Aryan Simhadri is a performer with credits spanning stage and screen. A California native, the talent has been seen in films like Netflix and WWE’s The Main Event and…

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Boys, With Sara 1:05:54

8M ago1:05:54

1:05:54

We're back and more able than ever to create a good episode of a podcast. The Punch Up Boys kick off season 2 with a brutal yet scathing critique of boys. Joining the crew is college graduate and self-proclaimed boy-knower, Sara, who provides expert yet scathing analysis of the unfairer sex.By Hillman Hollister, Mike Miller, Tim Melvin

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Holiday Kindness Tips with Born This Way Foundation's Mariah Karis 57:52

8M ago57:52

57:52

Born This Way Foundation Program Associate Mariah Karis joins Robert Peterpaul of The Art of Kindness podcast to brainstorm kindness tips for the holiday season and new year, plus discuss the transformative work being done to create a kinder world at Lady Gaga's nonprofit. Born This Way Foundation, co-founded and led by Lady Gaga and her mother, Cy…

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Harmony's Broadway Opening: Skylar Astin, Tovah Feldshuh & More Share Kindness Tips & Corny Jokes 49:48

8M ago49:48

49:48

Join The Art of Kindness podcast LIVE from Harmony's opening night on Broadway as Robert Peterpaul shares positive chats with guests on the show, cheesy jokes and, of course, kindness. Tune in for interviews with star guests Skyla Astin (Pitch Perfect), Tovah Feldshuh (Funny Girl), and Montego Glover (Into the Woods), as well as the stars of Harmon…

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Holiday Re-Release: Broadway Star Lesli Margherita (Matilda, Who's Holiday) 1:20:31

8M ago1:20:31

1:20:31

[Re-release] Revisit a cheerful chat from our Christmas Archive! Join The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul for a sparkling season one finale with Broadway star Lesli Margherita! Lesli talks kindness on Broadway, how she connects with her villainous roles like Mrs. Wormwood in Matilda, hacking self tape auditions in quarantine, growing up on a …

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Broadway's Nik Walker (Spamalot, Hamilton): 'The pursuit is the point' 1:10:42

9M ago1:10:42

1:10:42

Broadway star Nik Walker (Hamilton) joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss kindness in the theatre, the sparkling "mishap" this is his new bway show Spamalot, holding space for others, Batman and more. About Nik Walker: Nik Walker is a Boston native, theme park nerd, NYU professor, and NYU Tisch alumni (Adler, Classical and Ston…

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Broadway Star Andrew Keenan-Bolger (Newsies, Dracula): "Kindness is a practice" 1:02:06

9M ago1:02:06

1:02:06

Broadway star Andrew Keenan-Bolger (Newsies) joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss his new show Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors, acts of kindness in the theatre, navigating social media as an artist and much more. More about ANDREW KEENAN BOLGER: Broadway: Jesse Tuck in Tuck Everlasting (Drama League Award nominee), Crutchie in Ne…

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Tony Winner James Monroe Iglehart (Aladdin, Spamalot): What a Wonderful (& Bright) World! 1:09:27

9M ago1:09:27

1:09:27

Tony-winning Broadway star James Monroe Iglehart (Disney's Aladdin) sits down with The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul podcast to discuss how kindness has led to opportunities as a performer, his new shows What A Wonderful World and Spamalot, plus much more. James Monroe Iglehart is a multi-award-winning actor of stage and screen. You may hav…

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The Ads Episode 49:49

9M ago49:49

49:49

It's the season one finale! With this momentous occasion comes grim responsibilities. The Punchers unpack all the ads they were supposed to read throughout the year.By Hillman Hollister, Mike Miller, Tim Melvin

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Sierra Boggess, Julie Benko & Allison Semmes: Harmony on Broadway's Leading Ladies (Opening Night) 11:18

9M ago11:18

11:18

Join The Art of Kindness live from opening night of Harmony on Broadway as Robert Peterpaul chats with the show's trio of leading ladies: Sierra Boggess (The Little Mermaid), Julie Benko (Funny Girl) and Allison Semmes (Motown the Musical). Harmony is an original musical, from Barry Manilow and Bruce Sussman, based on the true story of the musical …

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Carol Burnett: A Legacy of Kindness (100th Episode Spectacular) 42:38

9M ago42:38

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Tv and film legend Carol Burnett joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul for our 100th episode extravaganza! The Carol Burnett Show powerhouse calls in to discuss all things kindness: including life-changing acts of kindness throughout her life and career, and what her golden advice for the world. What can be said of the beloved icon Carol …

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Pumpkins 55:20

10M ago55:20

55:20

A special Halloween episode that everyone is sure to enjoy and understand. After a quick pitstop going into their recent projects, the Punchaneros fix the freakiest fruit you ever did see: a pumpkin.By Hillman Hollister, Mike Miller, Tim Melvin

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