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A podcast about young actors trying to make it in the biz.
Episodes
31 episodes
Insert Hair Flip Here (Interview with Gina Teschke)
Jimmy and Ben interview Gina Teschke, a performer from Highlands, New Jersey. Gina talks about her upbringing as a performer, her decision to drop out of her college program, zodiac signs, and more. You can find Gina on Instagram, Tik Tok, and ...
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Season 1
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Episode 31
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59:07
You Put My Mind in That Gutter!
Jimmy and Ben catch up on their new contracts, discuss music directing, Patti LuPone, and the differences between American and British training.
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Season 1
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Episode 30
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58:01
If I Don't Complain, Everything is Fine
Ben reflects on the difficulty of hyper-specific shows, and Jimmy talks about losing weight. The two then discuss muppet-themed sitcoms, broadway playlists, and favorite songs from musical soundtracks.Locations:Ben: Miami, FLJim...
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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53:02
I'm Not Booking a Show, I'm Booking a Friend - Interview with Kevin T. Mazur
Jimmy and Ben interview Kevin T. Mazur, a Michigan St alum, former Arnold on the tour of Magic School Bus: Lost in the Solar System, and recent Bob Gaudio in Jersey Boys at Winnipesaukee Playhouse.Instagram: @kevintmaz...
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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1:03:58
Is Dance a Sport?
Jimmy and Ben reason whether dance should be considered a sport.
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Season 1
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Episode 27
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54:40
I Got to Make Art Today! - Interview with Luke Rands
Jimmy and Ben interview former classmate, social media manager, and current swing on the national tour of Mrs. Doubtfire, Luke Rands.
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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57:31
77th Annual Tony Awards Recap!
Jimmy and Ben recap the 77th Annual Tony Awards! LocationsBen: Bountiful, UTJimmy: Spanish Fork, UT
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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1:22:51
In the Name of Spectacle
Jimmy and Ben talk about the use of 'spectacle' in musical theatre. LocationsJimmy: New York CityBen: Bountiful, Utah
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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49:16
Jimberly the Prince of Utah - Interview with Savannah Trotter
Ben and Jimmy interview Savannah Trotter, a CAP21 Grad from Iowa, previous Janet on the national tour of Magic School Bus: Lost in the Solar System, and current Poppy on the national tour of Cat Kid Comic Club: The Musical.
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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1:05:11
Safety Third!
Jimmy and Ben swan dive into the mess that is High School theatre.LocationsBen: Bountiful, UTJimmy: Washington DC
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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53:05
What's Your Process?
Jimmy and Ben talk shop.LocationsBen: Bountiful, UtahJimmy: Orlando, Florida
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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55:36
The Mutilation of Skye: A 'Paw Patrol' Saga - Interview with Anna Holmes and Kiyla Chase
Ben and Jimmy interview Anna Holmes and Kiyla Chase from the national tour of Paw Patrol Live: Heroes Unite! They discuss Paw Patrol shenanigans and what they are looking for in a career in theatre.
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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1:13:04
It's Satire! Get it?
Jimmy and Ben reflect on their ancestral ties to theatre, and dive into society's relationship with comedy and satire.LocationsBen: Bountiful, UtahJimmy: Metropolis, Illinois
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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1:04:16
Don't Quit Your Day Job
Ben and Jimmy discuss the dreaded "day job".LocationsJimmy: Oxford, MississippiBen: Bountiful, Utah
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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1:02:07
Is This Problematic?
Ben and Jimmy attempt to talk through controversial material on Broadway. DISCLAIMER: We recognize we cannot adequately discuss these topics in a way that satisfies everyone. However, we love diving into difficult conversations lik...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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1:09:02
Dungeons, Dragons, and DANCE! - Interview with Tyler Hepler
Jimmy and Ben interview Tyler Hepler, a recent Penn St grad who just completed his tenure as Flippy in the first national tour of Cat Kid Comic Club: The Musical.Locations:Ben: Bountiful, UtahJimmy: Grand Rapids, Minnes...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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1:11:24
Diarrhea of the Mouth
Jimmy and Ben talk about how to perform comedy.LocationsBen: Bountiful, UtahJimmy: Brighton, Michigan
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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47:48
The Fry Makes it Sexy
Jimmy and Ben talk about getting into film and voiceover.LocationsBen: Bountiful, UtahJimmy: Seattle, Washington
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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1:06:32
Resumes
Jimmy and Ben recap their weekend at Disneyland and discuss what details to include on their resumes.Locations:Ben: New York CityJimmy: Salem, Oregon
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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37:18
That's WEIRD!
Ben lays down another controversial opinion, this time about beloved Pixar film, Up. Meanwhile, Jimmy rants about people calling art 'weird'.LocationsBen: Orlando, FloridaJimmy: San Francisco, California
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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1:07:35
Office Drama
Jimmy and Ben discuss how they deal toxic theatre people, and do some improv for each other.LocationsBen: Bountiful, UTJimmy: Williams, AZ
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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1:07:36
Stage to Screen (and Vice Versa)
Ben shares his controversial opinions about the new Wicked movie trailer which prompts a discussion on Wicked and other stage-to-screen musical adaptations.LocationsBen: Bountiful, UTJimmy: Kearney, NE
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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1:00:50