Best Aaron Odom Podcasts (2024)

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Ivor Novello in Prison 57:47

8d ago57:47

57:47

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) welcomes guest Doug Reitinger to discuss a legal infraction of one of the UK's most prolific theatre artists of the 20th century: Ivor Novello. "1944: Home Fires" by Homo Promos on YouTubeBy Aaron Odom

51
The Old Price Riots of 1809 1:15:44

23d ago1:15:44

1:15:44

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) and returning guest Dustin Hebert discuss a series of riots in London in 1809 to protest a new pricing structure at Theatre Royal Covent Garden.By Aaron Odom

151
Theatre Audience Etiquette Throughout the Years 1:23:56

1M ago1:23:56

1:23:56

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) and actor/producer/stunt performer Devin Sanchez discuss the expectations for theatre audiences, and just how those expectations have changed over the years.By Aaron Odom

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S1, EP4: At What Cost? (Remixed) 13:41

2M ago13:41

13:41

Season 1: Episode 4 (remixed without narration). In the final episode of the first season, after experiencing the events at the two Safe Zones, the families trudge toward another as hope begins to dwindle. The Day Everything Changed is an audio drama about two broken families navigating through a post-apocalyptic world threatened by "sick" and othe…

1
S1, EP3: Rise and Fall (Remixed) 12:44

2M ago12:44

12:44

Season 1: Episode 3 (remixed without narration). The two newly-acquainted families explore a strange location that might provide a permanent, virus-free home. The Day Everything Changed is an audio drama about two broken families navigating through a post-apocalyptic world threatened by "sick" and other deadly scavengers in search of sanctuary. Thi…

1
S1, EP2: Journey (Remixed) 14:35

2M ago14:35

14:35

Season 1: Episode 2 (remixed without narration). We meet our other broken family, Tessa and her daughter Olivia, as they juggle trust and other threatening situations in the search for sanctuary. The Day Everything Changed is an audio drama about two broken families navigating through a post-apocalyptic world threatened by "sick" and other deadly s…

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S1, EP1: Begin (Remixed) 19:45

2M ago19:45

19:45

Season 1: Episode 1 (remixed without narration). We meet John and his daughter Sarah as they search and scavenge through a post-apocalyptic world a number of years after the events of The Blast. The Day Everything Changed is an audio drama about two broken families navigating through a post-apocalyptic world threatened by "sick" and other deadly sc…

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"Death of a Salesman" and Playing Willy Loman on Broadway, Pt. 2 40:50

2M ago40:50

40:50

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) and guest Tracy Burns continue their conversation about Arthur Miller's most well-known play, its central character, and the many actors who have played him on Broadway.By Aaron Odom

1
"Death of a Salesman" and Playing Willy Loman on Broadway, Pt. 1 50:55

2M ago50:55

50:55

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) and Instructor Tracy Burns discuss the origins of Willy Loman on Broadway, and the many actors who have played the role on Broadway since.By Aaron Odom

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Play Spotlight - "The Homecoming" by Harold Pinter 1:06:42

3M ago1:06:42

1:06:42

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) and actor Suzanne Cotsakos study and dissect the truly enigmatic play "The Homecoming" by Harold Pinter.By Aaron Odom

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"Chimes at Midnight" - Orson Welles and Falstaff 1:06:06

3M ago1:06:06

1:06:06

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) welcomes back returning Guest, LA-Based TV and Film Producer Brand Birtwistle, to discuss Orson Welles' love letter to possibly his favorite Shakespeare character Falstaff with his epic film "Chimes at Midnight." **SPOILERS AHEAD** thebrand.productionsBy Aaron Odom

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Actor-Managers in the UK 58:10

4M ago58:10

58:10

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) and friend Aaron Linden discuss the history of the Actor-Manager system of theatre management in the UK.By Aaron Odom

1
RHPS '23, Pt. 2 1:09:28

4M ago1:09:28

1:09:28

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) meets the remaining members from the cast of Rocky Horror Picture Show '23: Michael Sandvig - Riff Raff David Britton - Eddie Asia Stockwell - Janet Taly Duenow - Dr. Scott Serena Laird & Jeremiah Young - Frank's party attendantsBy Aaron Odom

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RHPS '23, Pt. 1 1:08:27

5M ago1:08:27

1:08:27

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) meets with several members from the cast of Rocky Horror Picture Show '23: JJ Reign - Brad Valeri Hovland - Columbia Laura Thorne - Magenta Rachael Trueblood - Rocky Dan Richard - Criminologist Breahna Jackman - Dr. Frank-N-Furter Aristele Johnson & Kristina Sharpski - Frank's party attendants…

1
Women on the British Restoration Stage 1:09:18

5M ago1:09:18

1:09:18

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) and returning guest Karen Knappenberger describe the ensuing events after women were first allowed to publicly perform on stage in England in 1660.By Aaron Odom

1
Shakespeare Adapted - Romeo and Juliet 1:13:04

5M ago1:13:04

1:13:04

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) invites 3 guests to discuss modern adaptations of Shakespeare's popular tragedy, Romeo and Juliet: First guest: Aaron's son Ethan, to discuss the plot of R&J Second guest: Dr. Paul Gagliardi, to discuss if R&J is the grand love story it's hyped to be Third guest: Lindsay Robert, to discuss two successful major moti…

1
”All Play and No Work” - The Comic Plays of the Federal Theatre Project 1:14:45

6M ago1:14:45

1:14:45

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) invites author Dr. Paul Gagliardi to discuss some entries in Paul's new book, "All Play and No Work," all about the comedies presented by the Federal Theatre Project in the 1930s. Buy "All Play and No Work" from Temple University Press Buy "Gas Money for Austin" by The Barefoot Band, including the "Euripides, Eumen…

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King Kong - The Musical 1:09:22

6M ago1:09:22

1:09:22

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) welcomes back returning guest David Britton, and the two discuss the successes and shortcomings of King Kong - The Musical.By Aaron Odom

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The Seattle Federal Theatre Project and ”Spirochete” 1:16:38

7M ago1:16:38

1:16:38

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) welcomes back returning guest Seattle-based Theatre artist Robert Bogue to discuss a Seattle production designed to curb a lurid epidemic.By Aaron Odom

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Broadway Street Performers 1:20:19

7M ago1:20:19

1:20:19

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) welcomes back guest Brian Michael Jones to discuss some of the street performers seen on the Great White Way.By Aaron Odom

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Bernardine and ”Lady Precious Stream” 1:17:49

8M ago1:17:49

1:17:49

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) invites author Susan Blumberg-Kason on the show to reverse the format, and tell him a story of Bernardine Szold Fritz. Bernardine is known for many things in 1930s Shanghai, but gave a fresh life and a sense of national identity to a play: "Lady Precious Stream." Get your copy of Susan's book: "Bernardine's Shangha…

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Replay - Laura Keene 58:25

8M ago58:25

58:25

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) replays a favorite episode from the past: discussing American actor, theatre producer and innovator Laura Keene with high school theatre instructor Zach SchneiderBy Aaron Odom

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Introducing: The Girl Across the Lake 2:30

8M ago2:30

2:30

The Girl Across the Lake, Riffage Media's new audio drama, launches 11/1/23. Enjoy the trailer for the show, and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify and more. The Girl Across the Lake is an audio drama about a girl embarking on an internal journey in search of the reasons for having the same haunting dream e…

1
Is ”Cats” Any Good? 1:24:35

9M ago1:24:35

1:24:35

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) records this episode before a live audience at the Community College of Denver. Featuring a panel including actor and comedian Mary E. Kennedy ("Shameless"), CCD Technical Theatre Coordinator Keylee Anderson, and comedy producer Chuck Roy, Aaron and the panel discuss if the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical "Cats" is wor…

1
The Real Rex Harrison 1:10:34

9M ago1:10:34

1:10:34

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) invites former guest Jenni Reed back to the show to discuss the truly horrible behind-the-scenes behavior of stage and screen star Rex Harrison. Live in-person episode at CCD!By Aaron Odom

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Broadway Actors or Game Show Hosts? 1:23:20

10M ago1:23:20

1:23:20

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) welcomes back returning guest Jason Roy Gaston, and the two discuss the many Broadway Actors who have been hired to be TV Game Show Hosts, and why they fit the genre so perfectly. Jason Roy Gaston on TikTok: @jasonroygaston Jason Roy Gaston on Instagram: @jasonroygaston Jason Roy Gaston on YouTube: @jasonroygaston…

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The Life and Death of Joe Orton, Pt.2 44:16

10M ago44:16

44:16

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) visits with comedian and podcast host Keb Pound of The Stupid History Minute podcast to conclude their discussion about the life and death of the promising British playwright Joe Orton, and the strange circumstances of his death. Pre-order The Stupid History Book, Vol. 1 Mary E. Kennedy - Official Website Mary E. K…

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The Life and Death of Joe Orton, Pt. 1 46:35

11M ago46:35

46:35

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) visits with comedian and podcast host Keb Pound of The Stupid History Minute podcast to discuss the life and death of the promising British playwright Joe Orton, and the strange circumstances of his death. Pre-order The Stupid History Book, Vol. 1By Aaron Odom

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The Master of Revels 45:51

11M ago45:51

45:51

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) welcomes guest Erin Butler, Executive Director of the WYO Theater Performing Arts and Education Center, and the two discuss a fascinating occupation in theatre history: The Master of Revels.By Aaron Odom

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Theatre Horror Story - Olivia Ruggiero 31:25

11M ago31:25

31:25

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) welcomes back musical theatre artist Olivia Ruggiero (Guest from Episode 62: Lazarus - the David Bowie Musical) to tell her tales of theatre horror.By Aaron Odom

1
Play Spotlight - The Clouds 1:14:24

12M ago1:14:24

1:14:24

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) and returning guest Seattle-based actor Lisa Viertel take a deep dive into the surprisingly relevant Ancient Greek Comedy by Aristophanes, "The Clouds."By Aaron Odom

1
The Unfortunate Life of Thomas Kyd 49:29

12M ago49:29

49:29

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) invites returning guests Dalen and Ashley O'Connell to the show in which we discuss another figure from the British Renaissance, Thomas Kyd, and his dismal end.By Aaron Odom

1
Lazarus - The David Bowie Musical 1:14:08

1y ago1:14:08

1:14:08

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) invites musical theatre artist Olivia Ruggiero, along with Olivia's students Jeremy Russell and Ruby Strohmayer to discuss the creation of David Bowie jukebox musical, Lazarus. Lazarus - Music VideoBy Aaron Odom

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Maggie Smith v. Laurence Olivier 1:03:12

1y ago1:03:12

1:03:12

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) invites recent cast mates Ryan Legler, Tess Lannan, and Patrick Cossell on the show to discuss a very infamous and surprising backstage rivalry.By Aaron Odom

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Shakespeare Adapted - Hamlet, Pt. 2 46:21

1y ago46:21

46:21

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) welcomes his son Mike to the program to discuss Disney's The Lion King, and whether or not it is an accurate adaptation of the Hamlet story.By Aaron Odom

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Shakespeare Adapted - Hamlet, Pt. 1 1:19:57

1y ago1:19:57

1:19:57

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) and guests Nicole Vernon and Amelia Meckler Bowers of Seattle-based Shakespeare company GreenStage to discuss the many adaptations of Hamlet.By Aaron Odom

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Funeral Clowns 57:47

1y ago57:47

57:47

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) welcomes back his son Ethan to the show, as the two discuss humor in Ancient Rome, and how that humor is applied to an actual profession: the Archimimus, better known as a Funeral Clown.By Aaron Odom

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Debbie Does Dallas, The Musical 1:17:09

1y ago1:17:09

1:17:09

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) and returning guest Dustin Hebert discuss the origin of a truly surprising theatrical experience, based upon a famous adult film: Debbie Does Dallas, The MusicalBy Aaron Odom

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To Stream or Not to Stream, Pt. 2 45:35

1+ y ago45:35

45:35

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) welcomes back award-winning playwright Jack Canfora of New Normal Rep to continue to discuss the proliferation of streaming and virtual theatre borne of the pandemic, and where it may go from here. Step 9 Podcast EXCLUSIVE ACCESS: Jericho by Jack Canfora. Password: NNR2022…

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To Stream or Not to Stream, Pt. 1 55:30

1+ y ago55:30

55:30

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) welcomes award-winning playwright Jack Canfora of New Normal Rep to discuss the proliferation of streaming and virtual theatre borne of the pandemic, and where it may go from here. Step 9 Podcast EXCLUSIVE ACCESS: Jericho by Jack Canfora. Password: NNR2022By Aaron Odom

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The Origins of Peter Pan 1:04:38

1+ y ago1:04:38

1:04:38

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) invites co-hosts Laurel Rockall and KT Wahl of the podcast Hightailing Through History to examine the very bizarre story of the creation of the classic character Peter Pan. Hightailing Through History episode featuring Aaron as a guest The History of European Theatre episodes on Christmas Pantomimes: Part 1 Part 2…

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Post-Mortem - KPOP, The Musical 1:21:27

1+ y ago1:21:27

1:21:27

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) welcomes theatre producer Richard Jordan back to the show for another Post-Mortem. This time, the two discuss the short-lived Broadway run of "KPOP, The Musical."By Aaron Odom

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Henry Irving and Ellen Terry 53:09

1+ y ago53:09

53:09

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) and returning guest Jon Dryden Taylor discuss the highs and lows of society's perspective of famed British Actors Henry Irving and Ellen Terry.By Aaron Odom

1
The Tall Tales of Calamity Jane 1:06:09

1+ y ago1:06:09

1:06:09

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) and guest Micah Wyatt discuss the compelling entertainment value of the autobiographical tales of Calamity Jane, as told in Wild West Shows of the late 1800s. The Barefoot BandBy Aaron Odom

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The Marriage of Monroe and Miller, Pt. 2 40:01

1+ y ago40:01

40:01

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) and returning guest Seattle-based theatre artist Christine Shaw conclude their discussion on the tumultuous marriage of iconic film star Marilyn Monroe and renowned playwright Arthur Miller.By Aaron Odom

1
The Marriage of Monroe and Miller, Pt. 1 47:22

1+ y ago47:22

47:22

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) and returning guest Christine Shaw begin their deep dive into one of the most tumultuous celebrity marriages in theatre history: iconic film star Marilyn Monroe and world-renowned award-winning playwright Arthur Miller.By Aaron Odom

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Play Spotlight - Fuente Ovejuna 1:08:40

1+ y ago1:08:40

1:08:40

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) and Seattle-based improviser and educator Leona Partridge deep dive into one of the best plays you may have never heard of: "Fuente Ovejuna" from the Spanish Renaissance.By Aaron Odom

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The Strange Ghosts of the Peacock Theatre 51:54

1+ y ago51:54

51:54

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) and guest Valeri Hovland discuss the odd phenomenon of the ghosts that haunt London's Peacock Theatre.By Aaron Odom

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Flatulists 51:22

1+ y ago51:22

51:22

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) and returning guest Ashley Daniels of Dogbone Entertainment discuss a very niche theatrical market that has surprising rewards: professional performing farters. "Le Pétomane" - 1979 bioipicBy Aaron Odom

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Comstockery 1:04:07

1+ y ago1:04:07

1:04:07

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) and Seattle Improviser and Actor Dan Posluns discuss censorship of two plays written by George Bernard Shaw, all stemming from the political efforts of Anthony Comstock, one of America's most prevalent enemies of vice.By Aaron Odom

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