Special Episode #12: In anticipation of the upcoming release of the cast recording of Encores Off Center’s production of God Bless You, Mr. Rosewater starring Santino Fontana, I bring you a podcast episode featuring Santino himself! I had the privilege of playing a small role in the show, so I got …
Special Episode #11: Five years later!! Here I am again with a new podcast episode and an extra special guest star, THE bright star of Bright Star, Carmen Cusack! Carmen exploded last season with her highly acclaimed Broadway debut as “Alice Murphy” in Steve Martin and Edie Brickell’s musical, garnering every …
Month Upon a Time, Episode #12 (May): It’s the final installment of my yearlong song cycle! I did it! And I have the perfect guest with whom to complete the cycle, someone who knows a thing or two about song cycles himself: Michael Winther! I’ve known Michael since the early …
Month Upon a Time, Episode #11 (April): Remember last month when I said I wanted to do something special to celebrate my 50th podcast episode? Well, I’d say I hit the jackpot with a visit from the very special Dee Hoty! I’ve been a big Dee Hoty fan since seeing …
Month Upon a Time, Episode #10 (March): As you might have noticed, this month I give new meaning to the concept of waiting until the last minute. I’m literally recording, editing, and posting this episode on March 31, so I’m singing the song myself, out of necessity. (OK, admittedly, maybe …
Month Upon a Time, Episode #9 (February): I’ve been a big fan of Dee Roscioli‘s from the minute I laid eyes on her at the meet-and-greet for the 2010 24-Hour Musicals. Little did I know that she had already distinguished herself as the actress who performed the role of Elphaba …
Month Upon a Time, Episode #8 (January): January… all about new beginnings, right? Well then, isn’t it appropriate that my first special guest of the new year is my new bff, Courtney Balan? I’ve known about Courtney by reputation, ever since she stood by for both of the superstar ladies …
Month Upon a Time, Episode #7 (December): Remember back in the day when the holiday season would bring all kinds of special episodes of TV shows or even better, all singing/all dancing TV specials? Well, this is my interpretation of the holiday special, and what makes it so special is …
Month Upon a Time, Episode #6 (November): Look who I got for this month’s episode: Ghetto Superstar Billy Porter! Billy has been a friend since the early days, and it was only a matter of time before he popped up on here. What an interesting journey and varied career he’s …
Warning: ADULT SEXUAL CONTENT in this episode OK, you’re been warned. Month Upon a Time, Episode #5 (October): For a podcast that avoids repeat guests, I sure do a lot of double-dipping. But as you’ll soon see, it’s obvious why nobody but Julia Murney could sing this song…. As I …
