Podcast Episodes

Alex Serino: Why Do We Have Books?

Episode 407

Alex Serino didn’t take the “traditional” path to Broadway, but his journey is one fueled by community, heart, and hustle. A proud Boston native, Alex grew up surrounded by music, theater, and an ext…

Published on 4 months, 3 weeks ago

Ayanna Nicole Thomas: Embracing Neurodivergence, One Spell at a Time

Episode 409

Ayanna Nicole Thomas didn’t follow a traditional path to Broadway—but that’s exactly what makes her story so compelling. After growing up between the Bronx and LA, she eventually made her way back to…

Published on 4 months, 4 weeks ago

Aaron Bartz: The Redemption of Draco (and Dirty Birds at 8AM)

Episode 405

Aaron Bartz brings a grounded, thoughtful energy to the role of Draco Malfoy in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, and in this conversation, he shares just how much life and imagination go into keepi…

Published on 5 months ago

Sarah Killough: How to Audition Without Touching the Reader

Episode 404

From playing the oboe in northern Minnesota to casting spells as Ginny Potter on Broadway, Sarah Killough's story is anything but ordinary. In this episode, Sarah chats about her early musical roots,…

Published on 5 months ago

Matthew James Thomas: Harry Potter, Spider-Man, and Severance Theories

Episode 403

Matthew James Thomas opens up in this heartfelt conversation about his journey from a rebellious, bullied teen in the English countryside to finding truth and belonging on stage. Growing up feeling m…

Published on 5 months, 1 week ago

Rachel Christopher: When Poetry Meets Platform 9¾

Episode 402

Rachel Christopher brings a poet’s heart and a scholar’s mind to the stage eight times a week as Hermione Granger in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. In this conversation, she opens up about her li…

Published on 5 months, 1 week ago

Erik Christopher Peterson: Magic, Mentors, and the Malfoy Legacy

Episode 401

Theatre and magic collide as Erik Christopher Peterson kicks off a seven-episode Harry Potter and the Cursed Child cast takeover on the podcast. In this deep-dive conversation, Erik reflects on growi…

Published on 5 months, 2 weeks ago

Bobby Moynihan: Collectibles, Comedy, and Catharsis

Episode 400

From growing up in Eastchester, New York with dreams of joining Saturday Night Live to becoming one of the most beloved cast members in its history, Bobby Moynihan’s story is packed with heart, humor…

Published on 5 months, 3 weeks ago

Jeffrey Seller: Storytelling, Struggle, and the Rise of a Broadway Giant

Episode 399

From growing up in a modest neighborhood known as "Cardboard Village" in Oak Park, Michigan, to becoming one of the most influential producers in Broadway history, Jeffrey Seller's story is one of re…

Published on 6 months ago

"The Little Mermaid" Cast & Creatives at Papermill Playhouse

Dive into a magical behind-the-scenes journey with the cast and creative team of The Little Mermaid, now running at Paper Mill Playhouse through June 29th! This special bonus episode takes you inside…

Published on 6 months, 1 week ago