Best Robert Peterpaul Podcasts (2024)

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When Christmas is Hard: Reclaiming the Joy of Christmas with Alexandra Walker 48:27

37m ago48:27

48:27

Let's face it - sometimes, Christmas can be hard. But does that mean we have to lose the joy of Christmas forever? My guest today is Alexandra Walker - and she has just written a fantastic book called "Reclaiming Christmas" in which she explores her story of how Christmas was a difficult time for her, and the steps she took to reclaim the joy of Ch…

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Holmes for the Holidays: The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle 50:38

9d ago50:38

50:38

Happy September! Now that the Ber months are upon, the holiday games are afoot... Join me today as I read Sherlock Holmes' one and only Christmas story, The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle. I'll also share some thoughts about Holmes and the story, give some podcast updates, and more! Ways to support the show: Rate and review: https://podcasts.apple…

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

1M 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

1M 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

2M 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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Broadway's Noah J. Ricketts (The Great Gatsby) Gives the Greenlight on Kindness 45:59

2M 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

2M ago1:02:08

1:02:08

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

2M 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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Christmas in the Alley: A Christmas Story by Olive Thorne Miller 35:04

3M ago35:04

35:04

Happy Leon Day! (A day late - sorry about that...) Today I share a couple of Christmas book recommendations, and read you a cozy Christmas story called Christmas in the Alley by Olive Thorne Miller. Ann is a poor old washer woman with a heart of gold. Her husband is curmudgeon who just wants his tea and pipe. Like many people during the early 1900s…

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

3M 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

3M ago30:35

30:35

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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Coffee, Cookies, and a Norwegian Christmas Story 40:18

3M ago40:18

40:18

Happy June everyone! In today's episode I share a few quick life updates on why I've been gone so long, and then we get right into the Christmas goodness. In today's episode I explore a little bit of my Norwegian heritage by talking about some of my favorite Christmas coffee, some treats and cookies you might get at a Norwegian Christmas Party, and…

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

4M 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

4M 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

4M ago26:55

26:55

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

4M ago48:38

48:38

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

5M 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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Broadway’s Sherz Aletaha (Merrily We Roll Along): Solar Eclipse of the Heart 1:02:05

5M 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

6M ago1:00:03

1:00:03

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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Christmas Afternoon by Robert Benchley 14:43

6M ago14:43

14:43

In today's episode I read a shorter short story by humorist Robert Benchley entitled "Christmas Afternoon (Done in the Manner, if not the Spirit, of Dickens)". It's a funny little vignette describing a chaotic Christmas Afternoon in the style of Charles Dickens. I hope you enjoy the story today! Cozy Christmas Bookclub: https://www.facebook.com/gro…

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

6M ago24:27

24:27

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

6M 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

6M 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

6M 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

6M 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

6M ago1:04:48

1:04:48

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

7M ago1:03:28

1:03:28

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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A Christmas Down Under 32:24

7M ago32:24

32:24

Welcome to the start of Season 5! Today I kick off the new season by reading Christmas traditions and memories from one of my listeners who lives in Australia. I really enjoyed what Shelly sent me, so I thought this would be a great thing to share with all of you. She talks about her families traditions, Christmas foods, how they maintain the spiri…

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

7M 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

7M ago43:04

43:04

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

7M ago23:12

23:12

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

8M ago1:03:36

1:03:36

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

8M ago59:06

59:06

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

8M 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

9M ago39:00

39:00

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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Choosing Love Over Fear: Wrapping Up Christmas 2023 with guest Robert Peterpaul 1:23:10

9M ago1:23:10

1:23:10

Merry Christmas! This is my Christmas episode, out a few days late I know - but Christmas is a season, not just a day, right? Today I wrap up season 4 and Christmas 2023 with the kindness guru himself - Robert Peterpaul, host of the Art of Kindness Podcast, returns to talk about Christmas, the importance of showing kindness (love over fear for the …

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Christmas at Thompson Hall, Part 3: A Christmas Story by Anthony Trollope 47:40

9M ago47:40

47:40

It's Christmas Eve! The best day of the year. To help you celebrate, here is the final parts to our story this month, "Christmas at Thompson Hall" by Anthony Trollope. I rearranged my publication schedule a little bit and decided to combine the last two parts into one episode. I've had a lot of episodes come out this week, and didn't want to clog u…

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It Must Have Been the Mistletoe: Romantic Comedies for Christmas with Katie Wilbert 53:00

9M ago53:00

53:00

In today's episode I interview Katie Wilbert. She is the screenwriter of the new Christmas movie "A Vineyard Christmas". According to imdb: "Heather, host of 'Read Between the Vines', is determined to create the perfect Christmas episode by featuring a unique winery from her hometown. The only thing standing in her way? Rudy, the attractive, stubbo…

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Christmas at Thompson Hall: A Christmas Story by Anthony Trollope, Part 2 of 4 30:08

9M ago30:08

30:08

Christmas is practically here! To help you get in the mood, we're going to continue out story today, Christmas at Thompson Hall, by Anthony Trollope. Will Mrs. Brown be able to get out of the mess she finds herself in? Will Mr. Brown ever stop complaining about being sick? Will they get to Thompson Hall in time for Christmas? Take a listen today an…

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A Sherlock Carol 2023 - Interview with Mark Shanahan 43:17

9M ago43:17

43:17

I have so much content coming out this week, try to keep up... Welcome back! Today I have returning guest Mark Shanahan - he's the playwright and director of "A Sherlock Carol".Today Mark returns to talk about the play, where you can see it performed, the importance of live theater - and more! "A Sherlock Carol follows a grown-up Tiny Tim asking Sh…

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

9M 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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Spread a Little Love For Christmas: with special guest Rehya Stevens 56:06

9M ago56:06

56:06

Today my guest is singer-songwriter Rehya Stevens. And in case you haven't noticed, Christmas is Near! So please Don't Be Late to listen to this episode, because Santa will be taking over the town in just a week. In today's episode, Rehya and I have a great time getting philosophical about Christmas, talking music, and our favorite Christmas treats…

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

9M 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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Christmas at Thompson Hall: A Christmas Story by Anthony Trollope, Part 1 of 4 40:11

10M ago40:11

40:11

Can you believe Christmas will be here in only two weeks!!?? To help you celebrate the season, this month I will be reading the story "Christmas at Thompson Hall" by Anthony Trollope. It was first published in the magazine 'The Graphic' in their Christmas issue in 1876. In the first part of the story, Mrs. Brown and a reluctant Mr. Brown are travel…

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

9M 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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From Nicholas to Christmas: a heartwarming story of kindness - an interview with author Kyle Poehls 45:17

10M ago45:17

45:17

My guest today is Kyle Poehls. He is a Marine Corps veteran whose life took a dramatic turn after surviving two comas during his military service. Born in 1985, he found his passion for writing in the final years of his service, and despite facing numerous seizures and another coma just before his planned exit, he persevered. In March of 2017, he b…

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

10M 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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Why is Our Christmas Tree Upside Down? An interview with author Tyler G. Mitchell 49:10

10M ago49:10

49:10

Hello everyone! Happy December - we made it to the Christmas month! Today, I have a special guest on the show. His name is Tyler Mitchell, and he wrote a new children's book called "Double Trouble and the Upside Down Christmas Tree". The book is based on a true story: "This is a Christmas story about a young family with three children, two of whom …

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Needles, the Forgotten Christmas Tree: author Rich Wagner and the Timeless Message of Christmas 38:24

10M ago38:24

38:24

Can a scraggly, forgotten tree named Needles ever realize his dream of becoming a beautiful Christmas tree? Find out in Richard Wagner's new children's story - "Needles, the Forgotten Christmas Tree"! Today I interview author Richard Wagner about his new children's book, the timeless message of Christmas, and how this story helps kids learn about t…

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

10M 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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