Best Kristian Anderson Podcasts (2025)

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Season 2 Episode 9 - Signposts and a Shared Vision 2:13:16

10M ago2:13:16

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In our final episode, we discuss the tabernacle and the institution of the priesthood. Though these insstitutions are far from perfect, they still serve to bring the Israelites closer to their greater potential Relevant ScriptureBy Kristian and Daniel

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Season 2 Episode 8 - The Golden Calf 1:55:55

10M ago1:55:55

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Season 2 Episode 7 - At the Foot of the Mountain 2:11:40

10M ago2:11:40

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In this episode we discuss Israel's arrival at Mount Sinai. We explore the interesting details of God's call to the Israelite's to come up the mountain, and the people's reluctance to comply. Relevant ScriptureBy Kristian and Daniel

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Season 2 Episode 6 - The Tests of the Desert 2:37:36

11M ago2:37:36

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This episode, Daniel leads us in an exploration of the Isrealites time in the desert and the ways they are tested and led to be more like God's chosen people. Relevant Scripture Bema Podcast | 21: With All Your Soul and "Very" The Queen You Thought You Knew | Rabbi David FohrmanBy Kristian and Daniel

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Season 2 Episode 5 - Through Death is New Life 1:43:04

11M ago1:43:04

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In this episode, Kristian and Daniel dive into the symbolism in the story of the Crossing of the Reed Sea. We discuss the biblical perspective on death and life and the way those themes are weaved through all of scripture. Relevant Scripture Exodus | A Parsha Companion Midrash: Reading the Bible with Question Marks…

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Season 2 Episode 4 - The Passover 2:31:22

11M ago2:31:22

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Today we discuss the millenias old tradition of Passover and the story that started it. Daniel takes us through the major parts of a Passover Seder and we explore the wisdom that fills it Relevant ScriptureBy Kristian and Daniel

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Season 2 Episode 3 - The Cosmic Showdown 1:43:57

11M ago1:43:57

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In this episode we discuss the famous plagues of Egypt. We discuss the difficult tension in the suffering brought about by the plagues, the hardened heart of pharoah, and why God chose to work this way. Relevant ScriptureBy Kristian and Daniel

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Season 2 Episode 2- I Am 2:15:44

11M ago2:15:44

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In today's episode Kristian and Daniel discuss the famous story of the "Burning Bush" encounter with Moses. What does the bush represent, what is God's name, and why is Moses God's chosen man for the job of rescuing His people? Relevant ScriptureBy Kristian and Daniel

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Season 2 Episode 1 - Pharaoh Forgets 1:22:43

12M ago1:22:43

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We are back with our first episode on the book of Exodus. We discuss Moses and his dramatic beginnings. Who is Moses and why is he the one God chooses to save his people? Exodus | A Parsha CompanionBy Kristian and Daniel

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Genesis Q and R: Part 2 1:21:33

12M ago1:21:33

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We are back after a long break to finally respond to our listener's questions! Obviously, we took longer than we probably should have so we had to split it into two parts. Enjoy part 2! Our season on Exodus starts next week!By Kristian and Daniel

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Genesis Q and R: Part 1 1:49:39

12M ago1:49:39

1:49:39

We are back after a long break to finally respond to our listener's questions! Obviously, we took longer than we probably should have so we had to split it into two parts. Enjoy part 1! Our season on Exodus starts next week!By Kristian and Daniel

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Genesis 46-50: Israel Reconciled - The Final Chapters 1:29:32

1+ y ago1:29:32

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In today's episode we conclude our series on Genesis. We discuss the final stories of Joseph and Jacob, and our personal take aways from this project Relevant Scripture If you have any questions or comments, email us at [email protected] Kristian & Daniel

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Genesis 37-46: Joseph Betrayed 2:01:16

1+ y ago2:01:16

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Today's episode is about the final main character in Genesis: Joseph. We discuss his family dynamics, their betrayal, and his journey in Egypt. A culmination of his predecessors, Joseph brings abundance to the world and reconciles the tribe of Israel. Relevant Scripture Bema - Into the Pit Bema - Out of the Pit Rabbi David Fohrman - Genesis: A Pars…

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Genesis 27-33: Jacob Wrestles - Israel's Second Circumcision 1:56:26

1+ y ago1:56:26

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In today's episode we discuss the middle portion of Jacob's story and the moment giving the tribe of Israel it's name. If you have questions or thoughts, email us at [email protected] Relevant Scripture Reading Genesis: A Parsha Companion If you have any questions or comments, email us at [email protected]…

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Genesis 26-28: The Twisted Tabernacle 1:44:26

1+ y ago1:44:26

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In today's episode, we discuss the beginning of the story of the last patriarch in Genesis: Jacob. We investigate the clues placed in the story of Jacob's betrayal of his father and brother, while pursuing a better understanding of this family drama and pseudo-religious dynamic. Relevant Verses- Genesis 26-28 Genesis: A Parsha Companion - Rabbi Dav…

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Genesis 22: The Binding of Isaac - The Lord Giveth 1:39:19

1+ y ago1:39:19

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In today's episode, we discuss the famous story of Abraham being asked to sacrifice his "only" son Isaac. While traditionally we ask "what does this story say about God?", we will look at what this story says about Abraham and Isaac. With this new facet, we hope to find new insight and wisdom. Bible Gateway - Genesis 22 (Podcast) Bema - Here I Am (…

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Genesis 19: Sodom and Gomorrah - Reckoning with Power 1:32:06

1+ y ago1:32:06

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Content Warning: Discussion of sexual assault. In this episode, we discuss potentially the ugliest story in Genesis: the Destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah. We dive deeply into the details in search of overlooked wisdom in this challenging story. For our LGBTQIA+ friends, we would like you to know that our goal is to challenge the ways this story ha…

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Genesis 12-17: Abram's Covenants - Who is God's partner? 1:29:12

1+ y ago1:29:12

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In today's episode, we go even deeper into the story of Abram. We unpack the meaning of Covenants and how God builds his relationship with his chosen patriarch. Relevant Scripture (Video) Bible Project - Covenants (Podcast) Bema - Walking the Blood Path (Article) Bible Project - The Five Key Covenants God Makes with Humans in the Bible (Book) Genes…

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Genesis 11-12: Tower of Babel - Meet the God of Abram 1:58:38

2y ago1:58:38

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In today's episode we discuss the famous story of the Tower of Babel, and the scattering of it's people. We also are introduce to the first great patriarch of scripture: Abram. Relevant Scripture Genesis: A Parsha Companion - Rabbi David Fohrman (Video) Bible Project - Learn Where Heaven and Earth Overlap (Video) Bible Project - Why the Temple is s…

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Genesis 6: The Flood - How do we deal with evil? 1:33:38

2y ago1:33:38

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In todays episode we discuss another of the famous stories in Genesis: The Flood. This story, a favorite of our children's books, is one of the most challenging stories when considering the amount of death described. We dive into the details of this challenging story to look for the beauty among the ugliness and ask the big question: how do we deal…

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Genesis 4: Cain and Abel - There is More 1:09:30

2y ago1:09:30

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This episode, we discuss the famous story of Cain and Abel. We use this story as a lens to look into the character of God and the shortcomings of humans. Relevant Scripture The Beast that Crouches at the Door - Rabbi David Fohrman Genesis: A Parsha Companion - Rabbi David Fohrman If you have any questions or comments, email us at turningthegempodca…

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Genesis 3: “The Fall” - The Seed of the Woman & The Snake 1:29:35

2y ago1:29:35

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Today, we discuss one of the most significant stories in western storytelling: The Fall. We explore some of the strange details of the story and how we may be missing the real point of this story in our cultures imagination. Relevant Scripture The Beast that Crouches at the Door - Rabbi David Fohrman Spiritual Beings - Bible Project (Video) Bible P…

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Genesis 2: Adam and Eve - The Human 1:50:49

2y ago1:50:49

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In today's episode, we discuss the second creation story of the Bible. We contrast this more focused narrative with it's expansive predecessor and dive into the human, the man, and the woman. Relevant Scripture The Beast That Crouches at the Door - Rabbi David Fohrman Genesis: A Parsha Companion - Rabbi David Fohrman The New Humanity - Bible Projec…

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Genesis 1: Creation of the Cosmos - The First Creation Myth 1:35:09

2y ago1:35:09

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In today's episode we discuss the first creation story in scripture: Genesis 1. As we discuss the most famous creation myth in history, we dissect it's themes and what is says about what it means to be human, our relationship to God, and our duty to care for creation. External Resources: Relevant Scripture Creation Myths - Wikipedia Bible Project -…

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Introduction to Turning the Gem 29:41

2y ago29:41

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In today's episode, we give the breakdown of who we are and what this podcast is. We discuss the goals of this project and who it's for. Here are resources we consistently reference: Bible Project - https://bibleproject.com/ Bema: https://www.bemadiscipleship.com/ Rabbi David Fohrman: https://shop.alephbeta.org/collections/books-by-rabbi-fohrman…

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#42: Corner of the Sky - Interview with PIPPIN’s Ryan Anderson 48:25

4y ago48:25

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In his first London show since you-know-what disrupted everything last year, Ryan Anderson has found himself in the right role at the right time. Join us as host Sally Fuller chats with Anderson about leading the Charing Cross Theatre production of Pippin as the prince himself. Anderson recollects the show’s pandemic beginnings, meeting Stephen Sch…

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#41: You Will be Found - Interview with Liz Kate 53:42

4y ago53:42

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Her fans up til now have known her as a singer-songwriter, but when Dear Evan Hansen hits movie theatres in September, we will get to see a whole new side of Liz Kate. Making her feature film debut as a new character named Gemma, Liz tells host Sally Fuller that the emotions were so real during the process that she and her castmates cried even in c…

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#40: Darlin' Cory - Interview with Kristian Bush and Phillip DePoy 31:50

4y ago31:50

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The Alliance Theatre’s upcoming world premiere of Darlin’ Cory has brought Sugarland frontman Kristian Bush and prolific playwright/novelist Phillip DePoy together to write an Appalachian myth a la Hadestown. Bush and DePoy sat down with host Sally Fuller a few days before starting rehearsals with the whole company to rewind a bit and share in-dept…

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#39: Revolting Children with Michael Perrie Jr. 55:00

4y ago55:00

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Michael Perrie Jr. was that kid in youth theatre: The one who lived for a laugh and always had to learn the hard way. Fast-forward 18ish years, and his comedic daring has made him not only a successful performer but a gifted composer/lyricist/librettist as well. Join us for this trip down memory lane in which both Perrie and host Sally Fuller revis…

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#38: Into the Woods - BONUS Patreon Excerpt 7:43

4y ago7:43

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Today marks our very first local theatre review! Last week, host Sally Fuller (and Thomas “the Bearded Man” Fuller) got to see City Springs Theatre Company’s Into the Woods live and in-person (starring BGP guest Terry Burrell), and she's recorded her take for BGP subscribers. We have an excerpt here, and we are taking this opportunity to announce t…

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#36: My Favorite Podcast with Michael Perrie, Jr. 48:32

4y ago48:32

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This might be the first ever podcast episode about a musical about a podcast. Between various engagements playing Buddy Holly/everyone in Million Dollar Quartet, multi-talented performer and writer Michael Perrie, Jr. found a way to blend his love of both podcasts and musicals in his show My Favorite Podcast, a musical based on My Favorite Murder. …

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#35: Wait for the Morn with Spencer Williams 57:51

4y ago57:51

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As this episode coincides with the USA's Independence Day observance, it seems fitting to feature a musical about the quintessential American experience of traveling across the world to make a new life. Spencer Williams' musical For Tonight is getting a concept recording at the end of the month, and this milestone holds significance for not only hi…

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#34: God Help the Outcasts with Darius Frye 53:45

4y ago53:45

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The second chapter in our New Works Series features hip hop music video creator-turned-musical theatre video producer, Darius Frye. His company Stage-to-Screen imagines what a film version of a given musical would look like and creates a taste of it using an iconic song from the show. With just a week to go before they release their second season o…

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#33: Starry-Eyed with Danielle Morgan 41:41

4y ago41:41

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Today's episode marks the beginning of a new mini-series from the BGP, the "New Works Series." Writers and producers from around the world will come on the show to chat with host Sally Fuller about the musical theatre projects they are spearheading, and as a special bonus, each New Works episode will feature an exclusive premiere of songs from said…

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#32: The Impossible Dream with Terron Brooks 55:16

4y ago55:16

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This might be my first Broadway interview that hardly centers around Broadway- or even entertainment- at all. Terron Brooks is known for his starring role in NBC's miniseries The Temptations where he played Eddie Kendricks, as well as star turns in The Lion King and Hairspray, but he's also in the business of inspiration. With a passion for living …

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#31: Behind the Curtain 39:34

4+ y ago39:34

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The hardest part of producing an episode is having to cut awesome material. So I'm excited to share with you some deleted scenes that didn't quite make it into the show, but are too good to let go! Today you'll get to hear a deeper dive into the concept musical from Laura, some free acting coaching from Terry Burrell, an honest look at the difficul…

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#30: The Backstage Blonde with Teale Dvornik 48:35

4+ y ago48:35

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When actors whirl off-stage for a quick-change, Teale Dvornik makes theatre magic happen. Teale has been a dresser on Broadway for the past six years, and ever the entrepreneur, she has grown a side business as a blogger/social media influencer with a niche in opening the stage door to give followers a glimpse behind the scenes on Broadway. Join ho…

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#29: In My Own Little Corner with Paige Faure 54:18

4+ y ago54:18

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Remember when celebrity after celebrity cycled through the Broadway production of Cinderella in the principle roles? If you saw it in the summer of 2014, you would have caught the one stretch of the run in which Ella was played by one of Broadway's own triple threat performers in her first title role on Broadway, Paige Faure. Join host Sally Fuller…

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#28: Children Will Listen with Terry Burrell 52:51

4+ y ago52:51

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From a dancer and soloist in a 1970s Ashton Springer musical tour to Mrs. Meers in Thoroughly Modern Millie on Broadway, Terry Burrell's career has been exciting, to say the least. Her joy very audibly bubbles over as she tells story after story from her Broadway career, with a focus on her experience in the original Broadway cast of Into the Woods…

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#27: Like a Musical with Alexander S. Bermange 50:52

4+ y ago50:52

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Ever wonder what a performer is thinking as they sing an opening number for the millionth time? Or what it might be like to sing a love song to a co-star they hate? Songwriter Alexander S. Bermange has taken those concepts to an extreme in his musical revue I Wish My Life Were Like a Musical, now streaming through May 12, 2021 on KingsHeadTheatre.c…

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#26: All I Ask of You with Paul Milliken 50:35

4+ y ago50:35

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The Phantom of the Opera is known for its pristine vocals and breathtaking spectacle, but it took a rocky road to achieve its status. Listen as we dive into how Andrew Lloyd Webber went through three different lyricists and three Phantoms before finding the right men for the jobs (not without hurting some feelings) on our way to concluding our conv…

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#25: The Music of the Night with Paul Milliken 49:30

4+ y ago49:30

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If you're a fan of both monster movies and musicals, there is no better day than when you discover your favorite monster story is also a Broadway musical. After this impossibly wonderful moment, Emmy Award-winner Paul Milliken spent years of his childhood dressing up as, acting out, and of course incessantly playing music from The Phantom of the Op…

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#24: Almost Craig A. Meyer II - The Gift of Theatre 39:34

4+ y ago39:34

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There are few experiences that bring people together quite like sharing moments of live theatre. In today's episode, host Sally Fuller continues her conversation with special guest Craig A. Meyer to revisit some of the best performances he saw during his 20 years as a Tony Awards voter. Yes, the words "Audra" and "Norbert" are said, and we discover…

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#23: Almost Craig A. Meyer - Behind the Tony Awards 45:22

4+ y ago45:22

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One minute you're an outspoken Actors' Equity Association member, and the next you're a councilor shaking things up in AEA and voting for the Tony Awards. That is, if you're Craig A. Meyer. Today, host Sally Fuller is joined by the triple-threat whose mile-long resume includes Broadway, Disney, and a 20-year stint as a Tony voter. Dive in with us a…

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#22: Mr. Disney Musical III - Santa Fe 37:15

4+ y ago37:15

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What better way to wrap up a series name-dropping Alan Menken than to highlight his Tony Awards win? Though he had Oscars and Grammys already, the Disney and Broadway composer had to wait until 2012 to get his Tony. And that, of course, was for Newsies. Join us as we continue the Newsies conversation we began last week, learn how Menken feels about…

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#21: Mr. Disney Musical II - Seize the Day 41:24

4+ y ago41:24

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It was a flop in movie theatres and a smash on Broadway. Disney’s Newsies has always held a mystic charisma that even the grumpiest critics (you know who you are) admit to appreciating. Join host Sally Fuller and guest Ashley Elliott on today’s deep dive to uncover how Alan Menken's cult classic film became the hottest ticket on Broadway. Spoiler a…

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#20: Mr. Disney Musical I - Be Our Guest 51:00

4+ y ago51:00

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20 episodes already?! My, how time flies! Today we dive into the whole new world of composer Alan Menken, Disney songwriter extraordinaire, an EGOT winner, and the heart and soul of the Disney Renaissance. Join host Sally Fuller with a triumphant return from Ashley Elliott as they take a walk through Alan Menken’s early career with an emphasis on D…

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#19: Send in the Clowns - Interview with Hunter Ryan Herdlicka 45:38

4+ y ago45:38

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That moment when you’re preparing your second audition for a musical and realize you’ll be singing for the show’s legendary composer himself… No pressure. Actor Hunter Ryan Herdlicka had that exact experience on his way to landing the role of Henrik in the 2009 Broadway revival of A Little Night Music, by Stephen Sondheim. Join host Sally Fuller an…

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#18: The Prince of Broadway III - Willkommen 59:46

4+ y ago59:46

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Step into the exciting party scene of 1930s Berlin with a racy M.C. as your tour guide through the lens of the seedy Kit Kat Klub. With dancing to do and interesting people to meet, what could possibly break the cycle of fun? Such is the backdrop of Cabaret, one of Producer/Director Harold "Hal" Prince's most innovative musicals. Not only does this…

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#17: The Prince of Broadway II - Tradition 49:51

4+ y ago49:51

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We pick up our conversation about Broadway’s most influential creator with a deep dive into one of his most enduring musicals. With the unmistakably Harold Prince trademark of a theme-based plot, our chosen deep dive is Fiddler on the Roof, the last musical of Broadway’s Golden Age. Host Sally Fuller is again joined by Laura Carman to discuss what …

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