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Heroin Uncut is a blunt, honest look at the opioid crisis. Recovering drug addict Jay Lassiter believes truth is a powerful tool — and one we need to fight back against the political interests, social pressures and lack of understanding that make this crisis worse every day. Heroin Uncut is a special project of NJ1015.com and Townsquare Media. New full episodes every Monday. Get more information — and resources — at HeroinUncut.com. Follow HeroinUncut on Twitter and Facebook @HeroinUncut.
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Just Upstage of Downtown

Music Mountain Theatre

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”Just Upstage of Downtown” brings you behind the scenes at Music Mountain Theatre in Lambertville, New Jersey, which opened in 2017 near the site of the former Lambertville Music Circus. MMT is now in its sixth season entertaining the communities of Hunterdon and Mercer counties in NJ, and Bucks County, Pennsylvania. Host Patrick Lavery is a member of MMT’s Resident Company, and was a news anchor and reporter for 10 years at New Jersey 101.5 FM.
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As Music Mountain Theatre celebrates Pride Month, "Just Upstage of Downtown" discusses issues related to acceptance, inclusivity, gender nonconformity, and progress within the theatrical world. Joining the podcast for this episode are MMT co-artistic directors Jordan Brennan and Louis Palena and performers John Dwyer, Olivia Frankenbach, Grace Paul…
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Have you ever been "bitten by the bug?" Did it happen as a kid or as an adult? In this episode of "Just Upstage of Downtown," stand-up comedian and bestselling author Aidan Park talks about his journey to "make it" as a professional musical theatre actor, a quest he set aside almost a decade ago -- before a cross-country engagement to play Leo Bloo…
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In May 2022, a COVID-19 outbreak knocked out nearly one-fifth of the cast and some of the crew of Music Mountain Theatre's production of "The Producers." Almost exactly one year later, "Just Upstage of Downtown" reunites several of those cast members to discuss how an already chaotic run was thrown into sudden mayhem -- including a Saturday night p…
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Whether you have appeared onstage at Music Mountain Theatre, been an audience member, or a little of both, you have probably wondered: How is a musical actually written? In this episode of "Just Upstage of Downtown," host Patrick Lavery and MMT performer Jason Kohn reflect on when they met in high school, a friendship which resulted in the 2005 pro…
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As Music Mountain Theatre prepares to present its annual "By Popular Demand" concert this Sunday, co-artistic directors Jordan Brennan and Louis Palena tell "Just Upstage of Downtown" about the upcoming "fishbowl" fundraiser and how it relates to the process of planning an entire MMT season -- from guaranteeing enough opportunities for all performe…
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CW: sexual/anatomical references, including sexual assault To celebrate Women's History Month, "Just Upstage of Downtown" interviewed 12 veteran Music Mountain Theatre performers about their experiences in the all-female casts of MMT's productions of "Jesus Christ Superstar" (2018), "Steel Magnolias" (2019), and "The Vagina Monologues" (2022), and …
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On the three-year anniversary of Music Mountain Theatre shutting down due to the COVID-19 pandemic, MMT co-artistic directors Jordan Brennan and Louis Palena and producing director Ginny Brennan reveal the discussions that led to that decision being made only several hours before a performance of "Into the Woods," the creative ways in which the the…
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As Black History Month draws to a close, "Just Upstage of Downtown" speaks with the cast of the first production of Music Mountain Theatre's 2023 season, "Ain't Misbehavin'." In a revealing discussion, performers Tia Brown, Justin Derry, Siiyara Nelson, Jazzy Thomas, and Shan Williams II share their thoughts on bringing this revue to the MMT stage,…
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In the premiere episode of "Just Upstage of Downtown," Music Mountain Theatre co-founder and producing director Ginny Brennan shares the history of how MMT came to be: from her son Jordan getting involved in theatre as a child to her years running the children's program at the Bucks County Playhouse, leading to the formation of Downtown Performing …
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Annette and Megan dig into the Forever 39 archives to re-air one of their favorite episodes from when they first stated the show.In this episode, Annette and Megan are joined by New Jersey 101.5 talk show host Dennis Malloy of the Dennis & Judi Show to find out the gentlemanly traditions they miss, at what age women should stop wearing skinny jeans…
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A recent poll commissioned by the Lifestyle channel finds that four in 10 adults secretly hate a friend. Some of the most common reasons cited include opposing opinions, nothing in common with each other, and differing lifestyles.On this week's Forever 39 Podcast, the girls reveal if they've ever hated a friend. They also reveal tips to save money …
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A recent South Beach Diet survey of 2,000 Americans finds many of those polled want to lose at least 30 pounds before slipping on a swimsuit this summer.On this week's Forever 39 Podcast, the girls reveal their swimsuit horror stories. Megan and Annette also discuss new adventures at the Jersey Shore and how to keep from overspending while on vacat…
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A midlife crisis can last as long as 10 years for men and 5 years for women, and the reasons for it can vary. On this episode of Forever 39, Megan and Annette speak with a licenesed marriage and family counselor on what couples can to do keep their relationship intact while simultaneously dealing with a midlife crisis. The girls also discuss the 11…
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Studies show that women say "I'm sorry" more than men do in the workplace. If this sounds like you, this episode of Forever 39 will help you stop uttering those two words.Megan and Annette also reveal their favorite viral moments and chat about the things couples shouldn't be posting on social media.Remember to subscribe, rate, and review us in iTu…
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If you're struggling to get fit in your 40s, join Megan and Annette as they talk with a fitness expert who specializes in helping busy women take control of their health.The ladies also discuss what to do when you dislike a friend's significant other, and they debate the advantages of Airbnbs over hotels.Remember to subscribe, rate, and review us i…
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Almost half of all New Jersey drivers admit to texting or talking while behind the wheel, according to a recent AAA Clubs of New Jersey survey. In this week's Forever 39 podcast, Megan and Annette chat about their struggles to keep the distractions at bay while driving. Perhaps you can relate?The girls also discuss what they find most annoying abou…
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If you know someone that takes too many selfies, they could be suffering from a disorder known as selfitis.In this week's Forever 39 podcast, Megan and Annette chat about how many selfies are too many, homeownership versus renting in New Jersey, and basing airline fees on income levels. Remember to subscribe, rate, and review us in iTunes!(Photo by…
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Living in New Jersey and stressed out? We get it. A recent WalletHub report indicates the Garden State ranks 31st as the most stressed state.In this week's Forever 39 podcast, Megan and Annette discuss how they handle stress in New Jeresy.The girls also disucss how to make sex last longer and whether high school reunions make sense in today's world…
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I'm Jay Lassiter, a former IV drug user who found the grace to amend my life. For 12 episodes of "Heroin Uncut: The Truth About the Crisis," I've been sharing not only my own stories, but those of people on the frontlines of our statewide battle against addiction.It was originally my intention to end this series on a hopeful note. But here's the th…
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Is addiction to drugs a disease? How about alcohol dependence? It's an ongoing debate in the media, around kitchen tables, and online -- Especially with with New Jersey's opiate crisis getting more and more out of control.I know my answer. But I want to be clear: Heroin addicts who won't admit the role they played in their own misfortune will not s…
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Rehab, jail and hard truths: What addicts say we don't understandVince, Erik and Brian are on their way to being addiction success stories. They're each working hard to put their lives back together after years of drugs and poor choices -- and they're getting a lot of help.But they also know how the system can fail people like them. 28-day rehab "o…
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What is the matter with our drug policy?Under federal law and in many U.S. states, marijuana remains illegal -- even though it's far safer than many of the substances we can all get our hands on. Fake an injury and a few hours later, you can have a handful of perfectly legal opioids that start you on a deadly path to addiction.In this episode of He…
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Addiction has touched so many lives throughout New Jersey -- and some of those bringing stories of the state's opioid crisis know that better than others. In this edition of Heroin Uncut, we connect with reporters who've done groundbreaking work inspired in part by their own addiction journeys and those of the people around them.More episodes, vide…
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Carter Stone was a Jersey boy.And when he died of a heroin overdose at the age of 32, his grieving family was predictably distraught -- like any other family in their position would be. But what's different about this family is the message it left behind.But it's his obituary -- and the frank tale it told of a man in recovery who made one horrible …
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We didn't get here by accident -- there are plenty of people responsible, through greed, shortsightenedness or simple lack of concern for New Jersey's opioid crisis. Some of the most powerful individuals and entities in Trenton have a lot to answer for.In this latest episode of Heroin Uncut, Jay Lassiter identifies some of those to blame -- and cel…
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If you've been following Heroin Uncut, you've already met Anthony -- the recovering addict who told us what it was like to be revived with Narcan.But what happened next is what's extraordinary. Anthony's a reminder that people suffering from addiction aren't a waste -- they've got dreams. They've got ambitions. They've got potential.More episodes, …
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There are dozens of examples why opioids, legal and illegal, are big business -- reasons why vested interests want to keep you addicted and coming back for more.Heroin Uncut is a special project of NJ1015.com and Townsquare Media. New full episodes every Saturday. Get more information -- and resources -- at http://HeroinUncut.com. Follow HeroinUncu…
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Narcan has been deployed over 18,000 times to reverse an opiate-induced Overdose in our home state of New Jersey alone. It's an undisputed life-saver.It's also a sign of just how far down the opiates abyss we've fallen.In this latest episode of Heroin Uncut, Jay makes the case for prevention and treatment -- for avoiding the need for Narcan entirel…
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