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Lance Anderson's raw storytelling podcast. Spoken word, music and weird phone ramblings to "Dude."
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Don't Close Your Eyes is Montana's longest-running and most-popular live radio theatre presentation! Each week during the summer, writer/directors Ryan Cassavaugh and Keith Suta take turns writing and presenting a brand-new one-hour play in a variety of genres from the golden age of radio! Since 2011, DCYE has produced weekly radio plays all summer long at Bozeman's Verge Theater! Each new play is written in just one week previous in order to recreate the vibrant energy and demands of live r ...
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A 21st-century enlightenment adventure about a woman on the verge of discovering that everything she knew about our world is wrong.
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Munchen, Minnesota has fallen on hard times. Neighborhoods have emptied out, crime is rampant. But Munchen's got an even more serious problem: It's on the verge of a supernatural infestation. Serial podcast drama in the style of a TV show!
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Trying to stay awake through all the bullshit. Author, performer, Founder of Women on the Verge, Shaman of the Carlin family since 1963.
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The Fabulous Invalid is a theatrical production company founded in 2018 by Jamie DuMont and Rob Russo with the mission to illuminate untold stories and fascinating personalities on air and on stage with a reverence for the past, a bold outlook for the future, and a dash of panache. The company takes its name from the title of a 1938 backstage play by George S. Kaufman and Moss Hart that has since become a loving nickname for Broadway itself—always deemed on the verge of decline, yet always b ...
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The Let’s Talk Life podcast is an expansion of my blog of the same name. My name is Bethany Miranda and I am a strong advocate for self love, hot tea, long walks, and good conversation. I believe everyone has a story and something to bring to the table, so I wanted to embrace that by this podcast. Thanks for listening!
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Hey Dude, the other night I watched the Joan Baez documentary "I Am a Noise" and it struck me to the core. My new found reverence for Joan Baez is beyond measure. Plus I couldn't think of my favorite singer's name...Brandi Carlile. QUOTE: "Madonna, not Madonna the performer. Madonna the Virgin Mary." AUDIO LINK PEOPLE: Norah Jones, Kacey Musgraves,…
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Hey Dude, I had a minor battle with COVID before I really went viral with a Star Wars post in a Generation X group on Facebook. QUOTE: "A two-year-old has no context of anything..." AUDIO LINK PEOPLE: David Letterman PLACES: Hollywood Burbank Airport, Canada THINGS: COVID-19, vaccines, Star Wars, micro-generations, 1977, Substack, Generation X, 196…
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Hey Dude, I left you melancholy message about my crazy days before the holidays, along with a sad remembrance of my mom's last Christmas. QUOTE: "At least that's what I call the day after Christmas..." AUDIO LINK PEOPLE: Dean Whitbread, Doug Mcintyre PLACES: England, Henry's Tacos, Ernie's Taco House, Casa Vega, El Coyote THINGS: Libsyn, Subaru, Ou…
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On this series bonus episode, Jamie and Rob reflect on 2023 and share their personal top ten favorite theatrical experiences of the year. There may even be a surprise number one that shocks Rob! Tune in to find out, and share your favorites with Jamie and Rob on social media @fabulousinvalid Find us on Twitter & Instagram: @fabulousinvalid Email us…
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Hey Dude, the PBS documentary "The Chinatown Punk Wars" took me back in my mind to my best live performance at the Hong Kong Cafe. QUOTE: "I was totally free on stage." AUDIO LINK PEOPLE: The Dude, Karen Carpenter, Jay Leno, David Letterman, Jerry Seinfeld, Keith Morris, John Doe PLACES: DTLA, Arts District, Al's Bar, Chinatown, Echo Park, Sunset B…
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Hey Dude, the brewing storm inside my sobriety kept me fromgoing to my North Hollywood High School "rebel reunion" for theclass of 1984. I also riff on the weather. QUOTE: "The wind blowing kinda stirred my soul." AUDIO LINK PEOPLE: SinéadO'Connor, DeanWhitbread PLACES: NorthHollywood High School, WalterReed Junior High School THINGS: Tropical Stor…
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Hey Dude, the FBI finally sent me the file on my Great UncleBlayney. It's a 210 page mixed bag, but now I have a new angle totell his story. I also recently binged GLOW and TedLasso. QUOTE: "I'm not easy to work with, for sure." AUDIO LINK PEOPLE: Alison Brie,Marc Maron,JasonSudeikis, Lester Holt,Blayney F. Matthews, Alan Ladd, Joseph Dougherty PLA…
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Hey Dude, my life has been a real jigsaw puzzle, slowly put back together this past month. Not only does my truck have a rebuilt engine, I may have found my voice...again. QUOTE: "At first I thought it was going to be a disaster, but in the end, it was perfect." AUDIO LINK PEOPLE: Dean Whitbread, John in the UK, Father Time, Joseph Dougherty PLACES…
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DANCIN' Man Episode 24: Dylis Croman
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On this final episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob chat with cast member Dylis Croman. Hailing from Dallas, Texas, Dylis met Ann Reinking when she was just 14 years old, and became her mentee. Dylis went on to appear on Broadway in “Fosse”, “Sweet Charity”, “Chicago”, and “A Chorus Line”, among other shows. On this ep…
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On this penultimate episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob chat with cast member Kolton Krouse. Born and raised in Arizona, Kolton studied at Juilliard and is the only person ever to win all four national titles at New York City Dance Alliance. Kolton made their Broadway debut in “Cats”, and appeared in the film version…
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On this episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob chat with cast member Ioana Alfonso. Born in New York and raised in Puerto Rico and Miami, Io made her Broadway debut in “Wicked” 20 years ago, and has done just about everything in the dance world: from Broadway shows to movies, TV specials, and concert dance. On this epis…
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On this episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob chat with cast member Jōvan Dansberry. Back on Broadway following his role as a cast member and puppeteer in “King Kong”, Jōvan has also performed with the Metropolitan Opera, and has been dancing since he can remember. On this episode, he talks about his routine for gettin…
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On this episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob chat with cast member Pedro Garza. DANCIN’ marks Pedro’s Broadway debut, alongside his partner, Tony d’Alelio. He has performed in tours of “Anastasia” and “Hamilton”, and is now an Understudy Principal Dancer in DANCIN’. On this episode, Pedro talks about his journey to da…
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On this episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob chat with cast member Yeman Brown. Hailing from Tallahassee, Florida, Yeman’s been dancing since he can remember. With an extensive background in concert dance and a handful of music videos under his belt, Yeman made his Broadway debut in “Jagged Little Pill”. On this episo…
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On this episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob chat with cast member Neka Zang. DANCIN’ marks Neka’s third Broadway show, following “Rock of Ages” and “American Psycho”. She’s performed in tours of “Wicked” and “Mary Poppins”, and is now an Understudy Principal Dancer in DANCIN’. On this episode, Neka talks about return…
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DANCIN' Man Episode 17: Corinne McFadden Herrera
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On this special episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob talk with associate director and musical stager Corinne McFadden Herrera, who also did additional choreographic reconstruction for the show. A veteran dancer with three Broadway shows under her belt, Corinne is a long-time associate and collaborator with director Wa…
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DANCIN' Man Episode 16: Peter John Chursin
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On this episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob chat with cast member Peter John Chursin. Originally hailing from the Bay Area of San Francisco, Peter has been dancing since age 5, and made his professional debut in the first National Tour of “Wicked”. DANCIN’ marks his fifth Broadway show, and he’s featured at the cente…
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On this episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob talk with cast member Ida Saki. Born and raised in Dallas, Texas, Ida came up in the world of competitive dance, danced with the Cedar Lake Contemporary Ballet, performed in off-Broadway shows, and appeared in the films of “In the Heights” and “Cats”. On this episode, Ida t…
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On this very special episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob chat with lead producer Joey Parnes. Now in his fifth decade working on Broadway, Joey is an eight time Tony Award winning producer and general manager who runs Joey Parnes Productions. On this episode, Joey talks about the journey DANCIN’ took to Broadway, the…
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On this episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob talk with cast member Karli Dinardo. Born and raised in Melbourne, Australia, Karli has been dancing since she was three-years old and has built a career that spans across the globe. She made her Broadway debut in the original company of “Moulin Rouge! The Musical!”, where …
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On this episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob chat with cast member Ron Todorowski. Hailing from the small town of McDonald, Pennsylvania, Ron has built a remarkable career in the dance world, from competitions to acclaimed companies and now 10 Broadway shows – from “Footloose” to DANCIN’. On this episode, Ron talks ab…
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On this very special episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob talk with Broadway legend Wayne Cilento, the director and musical stager of DANCIN’. 2023 marks Wayne’s 50th anniversary of working on Broadway, first as a performer in the original companies of shows like “Seesaw” and “A Chorus Line”, and later as a choreograp…
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On this episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob chat with cast member Nando Morland. Born in Colombia and raised in Denver, Colorado, Nando has been dancing since he can remember, and made his Broadway debut in the 2020 revival of “West Side Story”. On this episode, he talks about his training and style, what it’s been l…
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DANCIN' Man Episode 9: Reid Bartelme and Harriet Jung
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On this episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob talk with costume designers Reid Bartelme and Harriet Jung. Reid and Harriet met while studying at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York, and launched their eponymously named costume design studio after they began collaborating together in 2011. In-demand designer…
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On this episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob chat with cast member Yani Marin. Originally from New Jersey, Yani has been dancing professionally since age 9. She’s danced with the New York City Ballet, toured the world with Beyoncé, and worked extensively in television. DANCIN’ marks her fourth Broadway show. On this e…
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On this episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob chat with dance arranger David Dabbon. A former dancer himself, David collaborated with the team of DANCIN’ to arrange existing music and compose new music for the show, including several key compositions featured in the “Big City Mime” and “Joint Endeavors” sequences. A mu…
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DANCIN' Man Episode 6: Khori Michelle Petinaud
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On this episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob chat with cast member Khori Michelle Petinaud. Raised outside of Washington, D.C., Khori was inspired to study dance after seeing Dance Theatre of Harlem perform. A true triple threat, she’s appeared in the original companies of “Aladdin” and “Moulin Rouge!” on Broadway, an…
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On this episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob chat with cast member and onstage dance captain Mattie Love. Originally from Layton, Utah, Mattie was inspired to pursue a career in the theatre after seeing “Wicked” on Broadway at age 10 – years later she made her Broadway debut in “Wicked”! On this episode, Mattie talks …
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On this episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob chat with cast member Tony d’Alelio. Hailing from Roanoke, Virginia, Tony is a veteran of five national tours (most recently “Hamilton”) who makes his Broadway debut with “DANCIN’’. On this episode, Tony chats about his life and career, a recent health scare, lessons learne…
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On this episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob chat with Understudy Dancer Afra Hines. Hailing from Miami, Florida, Afra marks a milestone with “Bob Fosse’s DANCIN’” becoming her tenth Broadway show! From her first professional gig with the Radio City Rockettes to her last role in “Funny Girl”, Afra chats about her rema…
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On this episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob chat with their first cast member: Manuel Herrera. Originally from Charlotte, North Carolina, Manny trained at The School of American Ballet in New York before making his Broadway debut at age 17. “Bob Fosse’s DANCIN’” marks his sixth Broadway show, and his fourth collabora…
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On this premiere episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob chat with Nicole Fosse – daughter of Bob Fosse and Gwen Verdon, and Founder and Artistic Director of the Verdon Fosse Legacy – about the creation and return of “Bob Fosse’s DANCIN’” on Broadway. For tickets and more information about the show, go to DancinBway.com.…
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Hey Dude, I riff on the idea of "micro-generations" and make the case that I'm at the center of my own private "Star Wars Generation" even though I'm really a Rocky guy. QUOTE: "The wheelhouse crowd for Star Wars..." AUDIO LINK PEOPLE/ACTORS: JFK, David Sheehan, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Mark Hamill, Sylvester Stallone, Christopher Walken PLACE…
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Hey Dude, I was feeling deep blue until I saw a Facebook post from an old high school classmate, and later the video of Annie Lennox getting inducted into the Rock Hall. AUDIO LINK QUOTE: "Whenever I need to jump start my creativity, I watch it." PEOPLE: Annie Lennox, Dave Stewart, Eurythmics, Edge, U2, The Tourists, Freddie Mercury, Queen, David B…
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Hey Dude, I fondly reflect on the passing of our beloved cat Thomas, the great Vin Scully, and the luminous Olivia Newton-John. I also find time to whine about not making it on the radio. QUOTE: "A tear welled up in his left eye." AUDIO LINK PEOPLE: Zane Grey, Vin Scully, Chick Hearn, Adolfo Guzman-Lopez, Jake Downey, John Rabe, John Doe, Petros Pa…
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Hey Dude, I riff and ramble about Howard Hughes and his dirty fingerprints all over the 20th century. I also admit to going on a 48 binge of The Americans. QUOTE: "Another time, another dime." AUDIO LINK PEOPLE: Ray Liotta, Edward Albee, James Ellroy, Howard Hughes, JKF, RFK, Larry O'Brien, Richard Nixon, Robert Maheu, Blayney F. Matthews, J.L. War…
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Hey Dude, while listening to KPCC on the radio, I heard a mashup episode of Snap Judgement and Love + Radio, featuring Nick van der Kolk interviewing Glynn Washington. The whole thing made me trip on the blurred lines between podcasting and radio. QUOTE: "I freakin' love radio." CHARACTERS: Will Smith, Chris Rock, Nick van der Kolk, Glynn Washingto…
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Hey Dude, I riff about the relative indifference to Jack Kerouac's 100th birthday by the popular culture, and how my 17th anniversary in podcasting was politely ignored. QUOTE: "He loves the word sad, I love the word sad." AUDIO LINK PEOPLE: Jack Kerouac, Truman Capote, Bob Dylan, The Beatles, The Doors, Patti Smith PLACES: Altadena, Zane Grey Esta…
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Hey Dude, two years ago I was in a mad dash to pack my stuff to move out of the Zane Grey Estate, when suddenly actor Shia LaBeouf was standing in the middle of my messy studio apartment. AUDIO LINK QUOTE: "That's one hell of a mom!" PEOPLE: Dean Whitbread, Zane Grey, Shia LaBeouf PLACES: Zane Grey Estate, Altadena, Burbank THINGS: history of podca…
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Bonus Episode: Stephen Sondheim (1930-2021)
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For their first series bonus episode, Jamie and Rob return to the mic to celebrate the life of the singular, legendary musical theatre composer and lyricist Stephen Sondheim (1930-2021). Together, they share their personal reflections on Sondheim’s remarkable body of work, offer some favorites, and consider the legacy he leaves behind. As Sondheim …
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BONUS EPISODE: A few years ago, my late friend Stan Hillas and I were working on creating a piece about radio pioneer Joe Frank in a Joe Frank style. Set in the mid-90's, the story is about an old girlfriend, who along with her Julie Christie lookalike friend fantasized about meeting Joe Frank. Music and sound design by Stan Hillas. AUDIO LINK PEOP…
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Hey Dude, on the Day of the Dead I quietly celebrated a year without drinking. Meanwhile a random 50,000-Watt punch to the gut leads to a new lease on life. QUOTE: "Never pick a fight with someone who buys ink by the drum." AUDIO LINK PEOPLE: Chris Lambert, Kristin Smart, Robert Towne, Spalding Gray, Jack Kerouac PLACES: Walter Reed Junior High, No…
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Hey Dude, a bit of recognition for my photos by Descanso Gardens and The Arboretum paves the way for me to see Ira Glass in a new light, from "broken glass" to an arrow straight to the heart. QUOTE: "The only thing you can do is to keep on keepin' on." AUDIO LINK PEOPLE: Ira Glass, John Doe, Krissy Teegerstrom PLACES: Descanso Gardens, The Arboretu…
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Season 6.5, Episode 2: "Gerda von Misery Vs. Apocalypse Inc.!'" A Supervillainous Comedy Written and Directed by Keith Suta! Gerda von Misery's first day on the job at the elite villain organiztion, Apocalypse Inc., has not gone well. Attempting to take over the company before she even underwent orientation, she finds herself ousted by the head of …
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Hey Dude, I reminisce about being a goofy 13-year-old during the Summer of 1979, and the time I made Molly Ringwald's stunning older sister Beth laugh at my expense. AUDIO LINK QUOTE: "OP shirt, corduroy pants / If you had feathered hair / You had half a chance" - Gluey Brothers PEOPLE: Steve Schirripa, Michael Imperioli, Molly Ringwald, Bob Ringwa…
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Episode 100: Hard to Say Goodbye: Celebrating Our Favorite Performances
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On this week’s 100th and final regular episode of the series, Jamie and Rob cap off their season-long theme of “our favorite things” by recounting and celebrating some of the great performances by great performers that they’ve been fortunate enough to see over a lifetime of theatergoing. Joining them in sharing their personal remembrances for this …
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Episode 99: Sheryl Lee Ralph: Home Is Center Stage
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On this week’s penultimate episode, Jamie and Rob are joined by stage and screen legend Sheryl Lee Ralph for their final regular interview of the series. Together, they talk about Sheryl’s remarkable career, from star turns on Broadway in “Dreamgirls”, “Thoroughly Modern Millie”, and “Wicked”; to her advocacy efforts combatting HIV/AIDS stigma; and…
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On this week’s episode, Jamie and Rob sit down with their season one and two co-host Jennifer Simard for a reunion conversation. Together, they talk about Jennifer’s pandemic experience as a working actor, her remarkable career on stage, her mentors, and her excitement about getting back on Broadway in “Company” this fall. At the top, Jamie and Rob…
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Hey Dude, I riff about our new "barn" and the writing techniques of Erle Stanley Garner of Perry Mason fame. AUDIO LINK PEOPLE: Matthew Rhys, Al Matthews, Erle Stanley Gardner, Huell Howser, Caryl Chessman, Zane Grey PLACES: Elixer Coffeehouse, Cahuenga Pass, Temecula THINGS: iPhone XS, Perry Mason (HBO), California's Gold, dictaphone SOUNDS: foots…
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Bonus Episode: Hudson Valley Shakespeare Company
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On this special bonus episode, Jamie and Rob return to the Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival in Garrison, New York to check back in with Artistic Director Davis McCallum. Together, they discuss what it has been like producing theatre during a global pandemic, the shows they have playing this summer, and some exciting future plans for the company. …
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