Best The BLOOP Network Podcasts (2025)

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Talking Musicals with... GEORGE STILES! 1:13:14

4d ago1:13:14

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Episode Four - Talking Musicals with... GEORGE STILES! Ground-breaking British composer George Stiles has us in raptures with his stories of handshakes across the generations, amazing offers of assistance from a young impresario who now owns most of the West End, and the joy of working with one’s heroes. --SOCIALS-- George: https://www.instagram.co…

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Talking Musicals with... JOHN WEIDMAN! 57:18

11d ago57:18

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Episode 3 Talking Musicals with JOHN WEIDMAN Longtime Sondheim collaborator JOHN WEIDMAN talks about the book writers of Broadway, his collaborations with Sondheim and how Zero Mostel was so memorable from the Mezzanine. An episode filled to the brim with gems of brilliance from a Broadway legend. Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/ …

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Talking Musicals with… ADAM GUETTEL! 49:14

11d ago49:14

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Episode Two- Talking Musicals with… ADAM GUETTEL Theatre Royalty Adam Guettel tells us about important lessons learnt from legendary directors, how he wouldn’t want to go for a beer with Sweeney Todd, and we introduce him to the phrase “Busman’s Holiday”. A deep dive into some legendary theatre pieces that will leave us all with some silver in our …

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Talking Musicals with… MARIA FRIEDMAN! 1:12:18

11d ago1:12:18

1:12:18

Episode One - Talking Musicals with… MARIA FRIEDMAN Actor/Director extraordinaire Maria Friedman tells us how her first West End show left her confused and baffled, we discover that her first audition wasn’t quite what you would expect from a 4 time Olivier Award winner, and how an autograph hunter left her and Stephen Sondheim in hysterics. This e…

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Dolly Fartin' (Stop 14: Manchester) 36:22

8M ago36:22

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Episode 14: Manchester– In this week's fragrant episode, Alfie and the Sister Act the Musical tour unite in Manchester. whilst Lizzie and Dolly hit the red carpet in London for the show's West End return! Plus, Lizzie and Alfie take a deep dive with Celebrity visitors, the best curry place in Manchester, microwave pizza, and Dolly drops a bombshell…

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Bring Back Moses! (Stop 13: Brighton) 31:13

8M ago31:13

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Episode 13: Brighton – This week, Alfie's home-sweet-home for the week! As the Sister Act UK/Tour stop shines its light on Brighton, Alfie's all-excited to spend some time with Lizzie... But will she even be home?! Plus, we find out about some more theatre ghosts, what Dolly got up to, and where to buy the best bagels in Brighton! *** Sister Act: t…

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All Glowed Up (Stop 12: Derry/Londonderry) 31:34

9M ago31:34

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Episode 12: Derry/Londonderry – This week, it's all about Rugrats as we shine a light on the Lighting and Sound teams who keep the Sister Act UK/Ireland tour in check! Plus, Lizzie and Alfie chat about Alfie's time in Derry/Londonderry, and Lizzie works out Which Rugrats Character is each Sister Act Crew Member! *** Sister Act: the Musical 2023-24 …

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Sicker Act (Stop 11: Dublin) 32:45

9M ago32:45

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Episode 11: Dublin – It's our lucky day, because this week the gang's in Dublin! Well, Alfie and Lizzie are, as Queen Bea swims over to Ireland for a visit while Alfie continues on the Sister Act: the Musical UK/Ireland tour- with Dolly enjoying a holiday at Nanny Sue's. Plus, for this week's tour feature, Lizzie and Alfie discuss the joys of stayi…

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Live at BroadwayCon 2024! 1:02:56

9M ago1:02:56

1:02:56

Join Spencer, Kate, Ashley, and J.T. as they record a live episode at BroadwayCon 2024!By The BLOOP Network

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Leicester Curve Your Enthusiasm (Stop 10: Leicester) 29:55

9M ago29:55

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Episode 10: Leicester – Raise the walls, because this week we're in Leicester! Well, Alfie is, while he continues on the Sister Act: the Musical UK/Ireland tour, whilst Lizzie relaxes at home with Dolly - but not without a quick visit to Leicester's famed Curve! Plus, the adorabubble-duo detail the experience of re-rehearsing the show, explain the …

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Shipping up to Beamish (Stop 9: Sunderland) 39:18

9M ago39:18

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Episode 9: Sunderland – Ahoy there! We've sailed into Sunderland for the 9th stop of the Sister Act: the Musical UK/Ireland tour! This week, Lizzie goes off on her own exciting adventure whilst Alfie takes Dolly down to Beamish to check out the historical villages and museum. Plus, we discuss the ins and outs of touring with such a massive set. ***…

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Call Me "Alhambra!" (Stop 8: Bradford) 38:18

10M ago38:18

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Episode 8: Bradford. We're baaa-aack! It's time to kick off our Second Leg, and this week we're getting up to some Bradford Lovin' for the 8th stop of the Sister Act UK and Ireland Tour! Join West End star Lizzie Bea, and her hunky partner Alfie Parker as they detail what it's like traveling the Kingdom with one's fiancée, before they take us on a …

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2024 Tony Awards: Ceremony Recap! 46:03

10M ago46:03

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Join Spencer, Kate, and Ashley as they break down the winners at the 2024 Tony Awards! Join the panel at BroadwayCon 2024 on Sunday, July 28 at 11:15 AM! https://sched.co/1ei6U Spencer Sher IG: @sherspencer X: @Spencer_Sher TikTok: @spencersher Kate Reinking IG: @lastmidnight X: katereinking TikTok: @theatreislife Ashley Hufford IG: @ashley_hufford…

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2024 Tony Awards: Best Musical, Best Play, Best Revival of a Musical, and Best Revival of a Play 32:57

11M ago32:57

32:57

Join Spencer, Kate, and Ashley as they break down the nominees for the Tony Awards! Categories Discussed: Special Tony Award Best Revival of a Play Best Revival of a Musical Best Play Best Musical Tune into the Tony Awards at 6:30 PM on PlutoTV and at 8 pm on CBSBy The BLOOP Network

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2024 Tony Awards: Design and Direction of a Musical 37:19

11M ago37:19

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Join Spencer, Kate, and Ashley as they break down the nominees for the Tony Awards! Categories Discussed: Excellence in Theater Education Award Regional Theater Tony Award Best Lighting Design of a Musical Best Costume Design of a Musical Best Sound Design of a Musical Best Scenic Design of a Musical Best Direction of a Musical…

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2024 Tony Awards: Acting in a Play 16:07

11M ago16:07

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Join Spencer, Kate, Ashley, and J.T. as they break down the nominations for this year's Tony Awards! Categories Discussed: Tony Honors for Excellence in Theatre Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play Best Perform…

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2024 Tony Awards: Best Book of A Musical, Best Choreography, Best Orchestrations, and Best Original Score 36:13

11M ago36:13

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Join Spencer, Kate, and Ashley as they break down the nominees for the Tony Awards! Categories Discussed: Lifetime Achievement Awards Best Choreography Best Orchestrations Best Book of a Musical Best Original ScoreBy The BLOOP Network

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2024 Tony Awards: Acting in a Musical 26:41

11M ago26:41

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Join Spencer, Kate, and Ashley as they break down the nominations for this year's Tony Awards! Categories Discussed: Isabelle Stevenson Special Tony Award Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Best Perfor…

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2024 Tony Awards: Design and Direction of a Play 19:11

12M ago19:11

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Join Spencer, Kate, Ashley, and J.T. as they break down the nominees for the 2024 Tony Awards! Categories Discussed: Best Sound Design of a Play Best Lighting Design of a Play Best Costume Design of a Play Best Scenic Design of a Play Best Direction of a Play Article about dots- https://t.co/4k5qiUem97…

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2024 Tony Awards: Nomination Quick Reactions 26:15

1y ago26:15

26:15

Join Spencer, Kate, and Ashley as they react to the nominations for the 77th Annual Tony Awards!By The BLOOP Network

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2024 Tony Awards: Play Nomination Predictions 31:13

1y ago31:13

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Join Spencer, Kate, and Ashley as they break down their predictions for the nominees for this year's Play categories for the Tony Awards! Categories Discussed: Best Play Best Revival of a Play Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play Best Performance by an Actor in a Feature…

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2024 Tony Awards: Musical Nomination Predictions 47:53

1y ago47:53

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Join Spencer, Kate, Ashley, and J.T. as they break down their predictions for the nominees for this year's Musical categories for the Tony Awards! Categories Discussed: Best Musical Best Book of a Musical Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Best Performance by…

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2024 Tony Awards: First Look 46:25

1y ago46:25

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Join Spencer, Kate, Ashley, and J.T. as they start to talk about the craziness of the 2023-2024 Broadway season!By The BLOOP Network

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2023 Emmy Awards: Telecast Edition 41:13

1+ y ago41:13

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Join Spencer and J.T as they discuss the awards that will be awarded on the telecast on January 15th.By The BLOOP Network

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A Christmas Cardiff (Stop 7: Cardiff) 49:16

1+ y ago49:16

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Episode 7: Cardiff – It’s that great British tradition: a Doctor Who Christmas Special Episode! And this week, we’re bringing it to you direct from the good Doctor’s homeland, Cardiff, Wales! But which Doctor Who legend visited Sister Act the Musical this week? Find out in the final stop of leg 1! *** Sister Act: the Musical 2023-24 UK/Ireland Tour…

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Buzzing and Gorgeous (Stop 6: Cheltenham) 46:56

1+ y ago46:56

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Episode 6: Cheltenham – On the first two-week stop of the Sister Act: The Musical UK/Ireland Tour, the gang are in Cheltenham to follow-up on last week’s discussion of Stage Door Etiquette, plus Dolly is joined by one of her favourite humans for a jaunty saunter to spot Cheltenham’s famous street-art! *** Sister Act: the Musical 2023-24 UK/Ireland …

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2023 Emmy Awards: Creative Arts Predictions 39:01

1+ y ago39:01

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Join Spencer and J.T as they discuss the Creative Arts categories for the 2023 Emmy Awards.By The BLOOP Network

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A Coven(try) of Witches w/ Dianne Pilkington! (Stop 5: Coventry) 56:38

1+ y ago56:38

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Episode 5: Coventry – This week, we’re picking up a hitchhiker in the shape of Legendary West End performer Dianne Pilkington! Fresh from journeying up the yellow brick road, this delightful diva drops by for some hilarious tour stories from shows such as ‘Disney’s Beauty and the Beast: The Broadway Musical’, ‘Cats’, ‘Bedknobs and Broomsticks’, and…

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EdinBooOoorgh! (Stop 4: Edinburgh) 42:09

1+ y ago42:09

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Episode 4: Edinburgh – Things are getting spooky in Scotland this week as Lizzie and Alfie get to know the three ghosts who haunt Edinburgh’s famous Festival Theatre. Plus, the gang return a favour to a Queen with a bus tour of Edinburgh’s superb architecture. *** Sister Act: the Musical 2023-24 UK/Ireland Tour Tickets: https://www.sisteractthemusi…

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Plaster Act (Stop 3: Stoke-on-Trent) 38:11

1+ y ago38:11

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Episode 3: Stoke-on-Trent – Like an Emma over Bridgewater, Lizzie and Alfie take Dolly to Stoke’s famous pottery house to paint some gifts for the family. Plus, Lizzie enthralls Alfie with an exploration of Orchestras on tour. *** Sister Act: the Musical 2023-24 UK/Ireland Tour Tickets: https://www.sisteractthemusical.co.uk/ Show Socials: https://t…

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Hullo, Dolly! (Stop 2: Hull) 38:31

1+ y ago38:31

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Episode 2: Hull – On the second stop, our hosts stop by a local farm for a week, where Lizzie educates listeners with the New Theatre’s amazing WWII history, plus Alfie and Dolly to a local art gallery where we meets Bootleg Shreg. *** Sister Act: the Musical 2023-24 UK/Ireland Tour Tickets: https://www.sisteractthemusical.co.uk/ Show Socials: http…

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Starting at the South End (Stop 1: Southend-on-Sea) 40:35

1+ y ago40:35

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Episode 1: South End-on-Sea – The bus departs for South End as Lizzie and Alfie set off on their epic adventure with Dolly the Dog in tow. On the first stop, host Lizzie gives a rundown of upcoming episodes, get to know our adorable hosts, learn about tour accommodation, plus Alfie takes Dolly for a spot of tea at Sara's Tea Garden – and we expect …

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2023 Tony Awards: Ceremony Recap 56:57

2y ago56:57

56:57

Join Spencer, Kate, Ashley, and J.T. as they break down the winners at the 2023 Tony Awards!By The BLOOP Network

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2023 Tony Awards: Best Musical/Play and Revivals 48:01

2y ago48:01

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Join Spencer, Kate, Ashley, and J.T. as they break down the nominees for the Tony Awards! Categories Discussed: Best Musical Best Play Best Revival of a Musical Best Revival of a PlayBy The BLOOP Network

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2023 Tony Awards: Design and Direction of a Musical 46:37

2y ago46:37

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Join Spencer, Kate, Ashley, and J.T. as they break down the nominees for the Tony Awards! Categories Discussed: Best Scenic Design of a Musical Best Costume Design of a Musical Best Lighting Design of a Musical Best Sound Design of a Musical Best Direction of a MusicalBy The BLOOP Network

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2023 Tony Awards: Acting in a Play 51:05

2y ago51:05

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Join Spencer, Kate, Ashley, and J.T. as they break down the nominations for this year's Tony Awards! Categories Discussed: Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in …

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2023 Tony Awards: Writing/Choreography/Orchestrations of a Musical 34:53

2y ago34:53

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Join Spencer, Kate, and Ashley as they break down the nominees for the Tony Awards! Categories Discussed: Best Book of a Musical Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Best Choreography Best Orchestrations Thanks to Jaz from JazToons for our logoBy The BLOOP Network

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2023 Tony Awards: Acting in a Musical 43:17

2y ago43:17

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Join Spencer, Kate, Ashley, and J.T. as they break down the nominations for this year's Tony Awards! Categories Discussed: Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role…

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2023 Tony Awards: Design and Direction of a Play 34:31

2y ago34:31

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Join Spencer, Kate, Ashley, and J.T. as they break down the nominees for the Tony Awards! Categories Discussed: Best Scenic Design of a Play Best Costume Design of a Play Best Lighting Design of a Play Best Sound Design of a Play Best Direction of a PlayBy The BLOOP Network

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2023 Tony Awards: Play Nomination Predictions 47:09

2y ago47:09

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Join Spencer, Kate, Ashley, and J.T. as they break down their predictions for the nominees for this year's Play categories for the Tony Awards! Categories Discussed: Best Play Best Revival of a Play Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play Best Performance by an Actor in a F…

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2023 Tony Awards: Musical Nomination Predictions 38:25

2y ago38:25

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Join Spencer, Kate, Ashley, and J.T. as they break down their predictions for the nominees for this year's Musical categories for the Tony Awards! Categories Discussed: Best Musical Best Book of a Musical Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Best Performance by…

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Game 007: Quiz By Quiz By Sondheim! 10:33

2+ y ago10:33

10:33

Today's Pop-Culture Pop-Quiz is all about the Legendary composer/lyricist Stephen Sondheim! Episode contains Mama Rose Anagrams, Songs in the Key of Words, 10 Trivia Questions to test your Sondheim knowledge, and as always, we finish off with a brand-new weekly Anagram! Let us know on Twitter at @ThePuzzleHub -- or @ThrashNTreasure to let us know y…

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Game 006: Hubboween H22! 10:55

2+ y ago10:55

10:55

For this week's game, we're testing you on your knowledge of Horror Movies. Games include: Horror Movie Mumbly Jumblies, Horror Killers Who Am I?, Horror Director Splice-Outs, plus our weekly 10-Question Pop-Quiz, and then we'll finish up with another anagram! Either you'll survive til the end - or be shook by this spooky episode! Let us know on Tw…

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Game 005: So You Think You Know Bands? 11:39

2+ y ago11:39

11:39

Today's Pop-Culture Pop-Quiz is all about Bands and Musical Groups! Episode contains a Skipping-Stones, Letter-Bank, "What's in a Name?", 10 Trivia Questions to test your music knowledge, and as always, we finish off with a brand-new Anagram! Let us know on Twitter at @ThePuzzleHub -- or @ThrashNTreasure to let us know your answer! Host - Matt Youn…

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Game 004: Quiz-lympics Vs Clue-mmonwealth Games! 8:58

2+ y ago8:58

8:58

Today's Pop-Culture Pop-Quiz is all about the Olympics Vs the Commonwealth Games! Episode contains a Splice-Outs, Multiple Choice, and 8 Trivia Questions to test your knowledge of these beloved Multisport events- plus, as always, we finish off with a brand-new Anagram! Let us know on Twitter at @ThePuzzleHub -- or @ThrashNTreasure to let us know yo…

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Game 003: The Marvellous MC-Clue Quiz 11:01

3y ago11:01

11:01

Today's Pop-Culture Pop-Quiz is all about the MCU! Episode contains a Char-Actors, Mis-Quotes, and 10 Trivia Questions to test your knowledge of the Marvel Cinematic Universe- plus, as always, we finish off with a brand-new Anagram! Let us know on Twitter at @ThePuzzleHub -- or @ThrashNTreasure to let us know your answer! www.thetonastontales.com/l…

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Game 002: Clue-In-The-What-Now?! 7:38

3+ y ago7:38

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Today's Pop-Culture Pop-Quiz contains a Mumbly Jumblies, 10 Trivia Questions, and this week's Anagram: STOLEN HOLE STRING - you'll find a clue at the end of the episode! Let us know on Twitter at @ThePuzzleHub -- or @ThrashNTreasure to let us know your answer! Music Composed by Bobby Cronin: www.bobbycronin.com -- twitter.com/bobbycronin…

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Game 001: A First for Knowledge 7:48

3+ y ago7:48

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Today's Pop-Culture Pop-Quiz contains a Who Am I?, 10 Trivia Questions, and this week's Anagram: RESTING BEV SLEEP - you'll find a clue at the end of this week's episode! Let us know on Twitter at @ThePuzzleHub -- or @ThrashNTreasure to let us know your answer! Music Composed by Bobby Cronin: www.bobbycronin.com -- twitter.com/bobbycronin…

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Ep02 F**k You, Pixar! 30:23

4+ y ago30:23

30:23

EXPLICIT. Author Aaron Ware delves into the dark depths of the Tonaston Tales , complete with live readings, easter eggs, and useless commentary! Today’s episode features Chapter Two - Sharknado. www.thetonastontales.com - patreon.com/bloomingtheatricals - twitter.com/tonastontales - twitter.com/thebloopnetwork…

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Ep01 Aaahh!!! Real Bullies 29:52

4+ y ago29:52

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EXPLICIT. Author Aaron Ware delves into the dark depths of the Tonaston Tales , complete with live readings, easter eggs, and useless commentary! Today’s episode features Chapter One - Bully. Warning, contains spoilers! www.thetonastontales.com - patreon.com/bloomingtheatricals - twitter.com/tonastontales - twitter.com/thebloopnetwork…

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