Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- From Mother To Mama with Lili ThomasFebruary 11, 2024 I am joined by performer Lili Thomas to talk about making her Broadway debut as Matron Mama Morton in Chicago The Musical. Lili holds the distinction of being the first Asian-American woman to play the role, and she has truly made it her own.
Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Q & SlayJanuary 28, 2024I share all the latest Bway updates in this week's BroadwayWorld Recap. Then I answer all the best questions U guys sent in! We're talking Broadway secrets, Legally Blonde, and playing musical theater songs for aliens. U don't wanna miss this special episode!
Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Lisa Stephen FridayJanuary 7, 2024I am joined by musician, writer, and creator Lisa Stephen Friday to talk about her incredible new show, Trans Am. Lisa shares her experience as a trans artist, both in the worlds of rock and roll and musical theater. She has played alongside heavy hitters like Pat Benatar and Indigo Girls with her band, Lisa Jackson & Girl Friday, as the out and proud trans front woman.
Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Scott Frankel Writes For The DamesDecember 31, 2023 I'm joined by the incredible Bway composer and conductor, Scott Frankel, to chat about his incredible works. Scott shares about his process as a composer, as well as his collaborations with other artists like Michael Korie. From being nominated for a Tony Award for his incredible score of Grey Gardens, to writing War Paint for such heavy-hitters as Patti LuPone and Christine Ebersole, Scott has truly put his stamp on the world of Musical Theater writing.
Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Jay Armstrong Johnson Is The Prom KingDecember 17, 2023 I am joined by Broadway star, Jay Armstrong Johnson, to talk all things Bway! Jay is a true triple threat, from singing incredible scores like Phantom, to dancing Michael Bennett's original choreography in A Chorus Line, to acting the role of Will Olsen on ABC's Quantico. A Texas native, Jay shares his experience as a young artist in the South, and his journey to New York City and working consistently on Broadway.
Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Right Foot Forward with Mary Claire KingDecember 10, 2023U guys, this week's BroadwayWorld Recap has some incredible casting announcements! Then I am joined by Broadway beauty and my dear friend, Mary Claire King! Mary Claire has been onstage in Chicago on Broadway since 2019, playing both the role of Liz in the ensemble, as well as covering the iconic role of Velma Kelly. She shares her experience maintaining her stamina in the longest running musical currently playing on Broadway, and the weight of the show's legacy.
Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Nothing's Sweeter Than PeppermintNovember 12, 2023I am joined by iconic drag artist and Bway performer Peppermint to talk about her amazing work. Widely known for her incredible run on RuPaul's Drag Race, Peppermint holds the distinction of being the first openly trans woman to originate a principal role on Broadway, as Pythio in Head Over Heels. Most recently she was seen onstage in A Transparent Musical with Center Theatre Group in California, telling a groundbreaking story that is delightfully queer, and unapologetically Jewish.
Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Bryan Knowlton Is A Singular SensationNovember 5, 2023I am joined by the incomparable Bryan Knowlton to talk about his incredible career as a performer and director/choreographer. Bryan holds the distinction of being the final person to play the role of Paul in the acclaimed Broadway revival of A Chorus Line, as well as on the 1st National Tour.
Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Braiding Broadway with Nikiya MathisOctober 29, 2023In this episode, I am joined by the incredible, Nikiya Mathis, to talk about her incredible career, not only as a performer, but as a sought-after hair and wig designer for tv, film, and theater! Her work can currently be seen in Jaja's African Hair Braiding on Broadway.
Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- A Thousand Sweet Kisses with Jai RodriguezOctober 15, 2023In this episode, I am joined by Jai Rodriguez to talk about his amazing career in the theater and on the original Queer Eye for the Straight Guy. Jai holds the distinction of being the youngest person to ever play the role of Angel in RENT on Broadway, as well as performing in shows like The Producers and Spinning Into Butter.