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A podcast that lives in the land of musicals. I'm joined by a new guest each episode to discuss either musical movies, musical TV series, or the musical episode of a show. https://linktr.ee/Butasongpod

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    Ep. 445 - Once (2007) (w/ Ian Brodsky)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 62:57


    We're heading back to Ireland this episode to talk about Once, and to promote Ian's new album. Ian and Jon discuss Ian's bestie John Carney, have issues with the IMDb summary, and talk about creating an album.Ian's Socials: @ibrodskiIan's Website: https://www.ianjbrodsky.com/Self Indulgent Musical Podcast (SIMP) Instagram: @simpcastersPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodNext episode: Follies (2017 Nation Theatre Production)!

    Ep. 444 - Voyage of the Rock Aliens (1984) (SCT#40) (w/ Mary Williams and Tyler Williams)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 76:00


    Jon managed to convince another podcast to do a crossover episode of Voyage of the Rock Aliens. Bestie of the pod Mary joins us with her husband/co-host/new guest Tyler to get into one of Jon's new favorite movies. Jon tries to help them makes sense of this film.Misery Loves Movies Instagram: @miserylovesmoviespodPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodNext episode: Once!

    Ep. 443 - The Slipper and the Rose (1976) (SCT #39) (w/ Edward Miskie)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 68:15


    It's the long Cinderella. Edward is back to get into the history and politics involved with this movie, but also the pretty costumes and the beautiful songs (well, most of them).Edward's Instagram: @edwardmiskieBuy Edward's Book: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/cancer-musical-theatre-other-chronic-illnesses-edward-miskie/1142386300?ean=9798987044704Podcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodNext episode: Voyage of the Rock Aliens (SCT #40)!

    Ep. 442 - Enchanted (2007) (SCT #38) (w/ Robyn Jeffrey)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 52:18


    Jon and Robyn head back to this new Disney classic film this episode. They try to figure out what the hypothetical stage version of this would be, while upset that Idina Menzel (not her character Nancy, but Idina herself) does not have a song in this movie.The Afictionados' Linktree: https://linktr.ee/theafictionadosRobyn's Instagram: @robynejeffreyPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodNext episode: The Slipper and the Rose (SCT #39)!

    Ep. 441 - Mrs. Santa Claus (1996) (SCT #37) (w/ Colden Lamb)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 63:31


    Order in the court! Judge Colden Lamb is putting Jon on trial for the First Chance of Mrs. Santa Claus. Is Jon guilty of being the worst podcast host? Is this a one sided argument? Is "Avenue A" actually good?Colden's Social -Instagram: @coldenlambWebsite: www.coldenlamb.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ColdenLambA Marc Blitzstein Archive YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BlitzsteinArchivePodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodNext episode: Voyage of the Rock Aliens (SCT #38)!

    Ep. 440 - The Apple (1980) (SCT #36) (w/ Tyler Henry)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 65:05


    Tyler makes his triumphant return back to the podcast to discuss another weird cult musical movie that Jon really didn't properly appreciate in the First Chance. Please enjoy the Second Chance of The Apple. (BIM!)Tyler's Instagram: @tylerhenryactorPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodNext episode: Mrs. Santa Claus (SCT #37)!

    Ep. 439 - O Brother, Where Art Thou? (2000) (SCT #35) (w/ Battles)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 59:02


    We can't seem to leave the Dust Bowl era just yet. Battles is back to take us on a very famous quest that Jon only read the Wikipedia page, that allegedly the Coen brothers did not even read but a lot of things match up - Homer's The Odyssey. But they also talk about the movie in general.Battles' Instagram: @embattzOur Bar Instagram: @ourbarnycCharms 4 Less Instagram/TikTok: @charms4lessseriesPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodNext episode: The Apple (SCT #36)!

    Ep. 438 - A Goofy Movie (1995) (SCT #34) (w/ Scott Kurland)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 56:31


    Scott's back to go on a road trip back to 1995 where we revisit A Goofy Movie. Do Scott and Jon see "I2I"? How many times will they refer to the documentary Not Just a Goof? Goofy's name is really Goofy Goof?Writer's Bagel Basket Socials Instagram: @writersbagelbasketHell Is A Musical Socials Instagram: @hiam_podcastWhen Scary Met Stabby Instagram: @whenscarymetstabbyPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodNext episode: O Brother, Where Art Thou? (SCT #35)!

    Ep. 437 - West Side Story (2021) (SCT #33) (w/ Shady; Special Guest: Gabby Soto)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 90:33


    Shady's back to take us to the West Side of NYC circa 1957, where we're stepping into Steven Spielberg's first musical movie and a remake to boot. She and Jon just love this movie! Also, Jon managed to get one of the Shark girls as a special guest to tell us how she got cast and some fun stories from set.Shady's Socials: @cookieoshadyPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodNext episode: A Goofy Movie (SCT #34)!

    Ep. 436 - Guys and Dolls (1955) (SCT #32) (w/ Arianna Armon)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 61:25


    Arianna is back to kick off another Second Chance month! This time we head to 1950s New York City to talk about the men cast as singing gamblers, the music of the stage version that were cut for the movie and what was added in it's place, and some stuff that were left out of the First Chance.Arianna's Socials -Instagram/TikTok: @ladyaria_Website: www.ariannaarmon.comPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodNext episode: West Side Story (2021) (SCT #33)!

    Ep. 435 - Bonnie & Clyde (w/ Edward Miskie)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 66:22


    Welcome to the Dust Bowl era of American history, where two kids become famous for robbing banks to stick it to the man! Edward makes his triumphant return to the pod to talk about this little gem of a musical, and he and Jon get into some history.Edward's Instagram: @edwardmiskieBuy Edward's Book: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/cancer-musical-theatre-other-chronic-illnesses-edward-miskie/1142386300?ean=9798987044704Podcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodNext episode: Guys and Dolls (SCT #32)!

    Ep. 434 - Viktor und Viktoria (1933) (w/ Roland Rusinek)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 63:55


    Roland is back to go back in time to 1930s Germany where he and Jon examine the origin of the 1982 classic Victor/Victoria. Jon makes some bold statements, while the two can't get over how important this film is to film history.Roland's Instagram: @rolandrusinekHelluva Boss: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-uopgYBi65HwiiDR9Y23lomAkGr9mm-SPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodNext episode: Bonnie & Clyde!

    Ep. 433 - Between the Lines (2024) (w/ Aaron Choi)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 63:00


    "Cover is not the book/So open it up and take a look"...wait, wrong property. Aaron is back to bring us some more live theatre, and this time it's the 2022 Off-Broadway show Between the Lines. It's a fantastical tale that Jon and Aaron try to fix for future productions.Aaron's Socials: @trueaaronchoiAaron's Twitch: @truechoistoryPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodNext episode: Viktor und Viktoria!

    Ep. 432 - Jack and the Beanstalk (1967) (w/ Sierra Rein)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 60:02


    Welcome to the mashup you never thought of: Gene Kelly and Hanna-Barbera! Sierra is back to check one more credit off of Gene Kelly's filmography to talk about the children's TV movie he directed and starred in where he sang and danced with animated creatures. Hello early days of green screen technology!Sierra's Instagram: @sierrareinMarquee Five: @marqueefivePodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodNext episode: Between the Lines!

    Ep. 431 - Dancer in the Dark (2000) (w/ Jim Evans)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 71:58


    Lars von Trier made a "musical" movie starring Björk, and she also wrote the music. That's all you need to know.Film Rage Socials: @filmrageyyPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodNext episode: Jack and the Beanstalk (1967)!

    Ep. 430 - Descendants 2 (2017) (w/ Lauren Guyton)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 58:45


    Oh Kenny Ortega, you let us down. Lauren is back to continue on our Descendants journey with this sequel that Jon had high hopes for, but was very disappointed in.Lauren's Instagram/TikTok: @lxurengitisCinema Sistas Podcast Instagram: @cinemasistaspodcastPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodNext episode: Dancer in the Dark!

    Ep. 429 - Emilia Pérez (2024) (w/ Kevin Sluder)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 69:25


    **deep sigh** It had to be done. And unfortunately for Kevin he was chosen to be the guest on this episode, where he and Jon try to figure out why this won so many awards.Kevin's Link: https://linktr.ee/kevinwatchesmoviesPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Descendants 2!

    Ep. 428 - Free to Be...A Family (1988)/Designing Women: "Mamed"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 64:47


    In a first for this podcast (428 episodes later and there are still "firsts") we're doing a double feature! Tommy comes back with two very different topics, but each were important in their own special ways.Tommy's Socials: @spectroplutoPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodNext episode: Emilia Pérez!

    Ep. 427 - My Little Pony: The Movie (2017) (w/ Blanche Daly)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 60:08


    Welcome back to Equestria! We're going backwards in in the Ponies filmography and discussing how friendship is magic! Plus, Jon and Blanche talk about the Ponies franchise, Sia, and plan out future episodes.Blanche's Instagram: @blanketjuiceThe Afictionados Links: https://linktr.ee/theafictionadosPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodNext episode: Free to Be...A Family/Designing Women: "Mamed"!

    Ep. 426 - The Rise and Fall of the City of Mahagonny (2007 Los Angeles Opera production) (w/ Colden Lamb)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 65:20


    Two people come together for a podcast recording to discuss a Los Angeles Opera performance of The Rise and Fall of the City of Mahagonny. Things get tense. Both people are mad at Jon's neighbors.Colden's Social -Instagram: @coldenlambWebsite: www.coldenlamb.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ColdenLambA Marc Blitzstein Archive YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BlitzsteinArchivePodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodNext episode: My Little Pony: The Movie (2017)!

    Ep. 425 - Oliver & Company (1988) (w/ Battles)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 61:50


    Welcome to NYC in the late '80s! Jon and Battles take a hit of nostalgia to discuss Disney's version of Oliver Twist but with singing anthropomorphized animals. And Billy Joel.Battles' Instagram: @embattzOur Bar Instagram: @ourbarnycCharms 4 Less Instagram/TikTok: @charms4lessseriesPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodNext episode: The Rise and Fall of the City of Mahagonny!

    Ep. 424 - Thank God It's Friday (1978) (w/ Jayson Kerr)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2025 53:13


    Jayson is stuck in the '70s and dragged Jon to a disco that closes at midnight (weird). In this another not a musical movie but is centered around music, Jon and Jayson take a deep dive into it and are living to for the Academy Award winning song from this movie that will shock you.Jayson's Instagram: @jaysonlkerrPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Oliver & Company!

    Ep. 423 - Bugsy Malone (1976) (w/ Arianna Armon)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 61:22


    Arianna brings to us a film Jon has heard about for a while, and is happy this is the first time he's watched it. Children playing gangsters but in a serious way. Cream pies as weapons. And Paul Williams as the singing voice for some of the kids. Wild.Arianna's Socials -Instagram/TikTok: @ladyaria_Website: www.ariannaarmon.comPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Thank God It's Friday!

    Ep. 422 - The Greatest Showman (2017) (w/ Steven Hrubes and Mary Williams)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2025 91:46


    We're finally doing this Pasek and Paul masterpiece. Jon, Steven and Mary delve into the life of P.T. Barnum and discuss how wrong this movie is, however they are in awe of the musical numbers. They talk about the proposed stage version, as well as the deluxe album that got Clarksoned.From the Top! link: https://linktr.ee/fromthetoppodcastPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Bugsy Malone!

    Ep. 421 - Merrily We Roll Along (2013) (w/ Aaron Choi)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 75:05


    Aaron is back with yet another British version of a very American musical. He and Jon get into the Sondheim of it all, the alleged movie version, and accents.Aaron's Socials: @trueaaronchoiPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: The Greatest Showman!

    Ep. 420 - Reefer Madness - The Movie Musical (SCT #31) (w/ Dan Student and Bryan Daniel Porter)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2025 113:38


    So...Jon just hit record and blacked out. Hope you all enjoy this super special (and very long) episode!Bryan's Instagram: @bryandanielporterPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongoidTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Merrily We Roll Along (2013)!

    Ep. 419 - Get the Duchess (2022) (w/ David Rigano and Paul Rigano)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2025 85:33


    New guests the Rigano Brothers (David and Paul) come on the pod to talk about their virtual show, plug their upcoming show, and Jon praises them for probably being one of the first composers to make original musicals to be produced virtually.The Riganos' Socials: @riganosongbookPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongoidTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Reefer Madness: The Movie Musical (SCT #31)!

    Ep. 418 - Doctor Dolittle (1967) (w/ Colden Lamb)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2025 60:51


    We close off Jon's Picks with a long and weird musical movie starring Rex Harrison, so naturally Jon picked bestie Colden to talk about this movie (which Jon assumed Colden has seen already). The two get into this movie as much as the props designer did with the Great Pink Sea Snail.Thank you to Gary Kochey for suggesting this one.Colden's Social -Instagram: @coldenlambWebsite: www.coldenlamb.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ColdenLambA Marc Blitzstein Archive YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BlitzsteinArchivePodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongoidTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Get the Duchess!

    Ep. 417 - The Lady Objects (1938) (w/ Sierra Rein)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 60:02


    There is one specific reason why Jon picked Sierra to do this one and it's to make up for the last Jon's Picks episode that she was on! But the two also discuss this movie in length, or as much as they can because the film has a fast runtime.Sierra's Instagram: @sierrareinMarquee Five: @marqueefivePodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Doctor Dolittle (1967)!

    Ep. 416 - Carmen (2022) (w/ Jim Evans and Aaron Marsh)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2025 54:12


    Jon chose the opera boys of the podcast to talk about this not opera movie. The internet lied to Jon calling this a musical, but the trio still had some things to talk about.Film Rage Socials: @filmrageyySacred Lore of Witchcraft Linktree: https://lnk.bio/StorybookPodcastPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: The Lady Objects!

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    Ep. 415 - Pippin (1982 Canadian production) (w/ Tommy Schwanfelder)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2025 71:52


    On this very special episode, Jon shares why he chose to do this episode with special guest Tommy. The two talk about the TV film but also the show as a whole and their love for it. Plus: Fosse.Tommy's Socials: @spectroplutoPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Carmen (2022 - the one with Melissa Barrera)!

    Ep. 414 - Love's Labour's Lost (2000) (w/ SLee)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025 64:31


    Valentine's Day is near, and Jon wanted to do this crazy movie. He enlisted SLee (in her first solo episode!) to talk about Kenneth Branagh's creation to a Shakespeare comedy that isn't that well known. But love is in the air in this crazy romp.SLee's Socials - @justcallmesleePodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Pippin!

    Ep. 413 - Carousel (1956) (w/ Matt Koplik)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 73:39


    Jon comes on to Matt's podcast...wait...Matt's Instagram: @mattkoplikPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Love's Labour's Lost!

    Ep. 412 - Scott Pilgrim vs. the World (2010) (w/ Scott Kurland)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2025 72:18


    Jon is really excited to do this movie because he loves the style, the music, and the cast. And who better to do this with than our own Scott - Scott Kurland!Writer's Bagel Basket Socials Instagram: @writersbagelbasketHell Is A Musical Socials Instagram: @hellisamusicalWhen Scary Met Stabby Instagram: @whenscarymetstabbyPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Carousel (1956)!

    Ep. 411 - Emo the Musical (2016) (w/ Blanche Daly)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2025 52:08


    We're kicking off Jon's Picks Vol. 2 with this Australian indie film that takes a look at two different high school cliques: the emos and the Christians. It's Romeo & Juliet with some dark comedy that Jon and Blanche try to make sense of.Blanche's Instagram: @serpentsharkladyThe Afictionados Links: https://linktr.ee/theafictionadosPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodNext episode: Scott Pilgrim vs. the World!

    Ep. 410 - Space Dogs (2022) (w/ Aaron Choi)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2025 57:07


    In today's episode we have a history lesson on the space race, but focusing on the Russian side. Aaron and Jon are introduced to Laika, and are immediately in tears. Both Jon and Aaron are kicking themselves for not seeing this spectacular show live.Aaron's Socials: @trueaaronchoiPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Emo the Musical!

    Ep. 409 - Jonah: A VeggieTales Movie (2002) (w/ Gabby Gismondi and Lauren Gismondi)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2025 57:59


    Jon and the Gismondi sisters are back to delve into some other batshit crazy episode where they can't get over the mechanics of these talking vegetables and fruits (A TOMATO IS A FRUIT!). We know who to blame for this one.Gabby's Instagram: @gabsgismondiLauren's Instagram: @lagizz_sangsPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Space Dogs!

    Ep. 408 - Mame (1974) (w/ Michael Valvo)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2025 81:33


    Even though Christmas is over, we all "Need a Little Christmas" always in our lives. Joined by our Lucille Ball Correspondent Michael Valvo, this long episode delves into the camp factor of this movie, and at the end Jon and Michael fan cast a revival.Michael's Instagram: @michaelvalvo1The Old Souls Club Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Vah5gHSDVD30IfamnqXt3?utm_medium=share&utm_source=linktreePodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Jonah: A VeggieTales Movie!

    Ep. 407 - Roller Boogie (1979) (w/ Jayson Kerr)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2025 56:59


    This is another movie that should be made into a musical episode. Jayson is back to groove to some cool disco tunes while Jon wants to go to a roller rink to get his skate on. And Linda Blair is in this movie potentially possessed by a demon?Jayson's Instagram: @jaysonlkerrPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Mame!

    Ep. 406 - Ziegfeld Follies (1945) (w/ Sierra Rein)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2025 72:52


    Welcome to the wonderful and opulent world of Florenz Ziegfeld...in a way. Sierra's back to discuss a movie that is a series of vignettes that stars almost every MGM big named actors.Sierra's Instagram: @sierrareinMarquee Five: @marqueefivePodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Roller Boogie!

    Ep. 405 - Oklahoma! (1999) (w/ Steven Hrubes and Mary Williams)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2025 90:05


    Jon, Steven and Mary travel back to 1906 O-K-L-A-H-O-M-A where they discuss the birth of musical theatre, how Laurey acts around Jud and Curly, and praise this for being so forward thinking!From the Top! link: https://linktr.ee/fromthetoppodcastPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Ziegfeld Follies!

    Ep. 404 - My Sister Eileen (1955) (w/ Marc Bonanni)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2025 61:18


    On today's episode is a movie that both Jon and Marc think is mediocre. They try not to only talk about Wonderful Town (or at least Marc tries; Jon doesn't remember it), while praising a man named Robert Fosse.Marc's Instagram: @bwayghostlightMarc's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@broadwaybyghostlightPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Oklahoma (1999)!

    Ep. 403 - Descendants (2015) (w/ Lauren Guyton)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2025 60:45


    We're heading back to DCOM's, and Jon is trying really hard to make up for Lauren from the last time she was on. They have more of a lively discussion this episode.Lauren's Instagram/TikTok: @lxurengitisCinema Sistas Podcast Instagram: @cinemasistaspodcastPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: My Sister Eileen!

    Ep. 402 - A Star is Born (2018) (w/ Roland Rusinek)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2025 77:12


    We did it - we did the musical versions of A Stars is Borns. Roland is back to heavily compare this one to the others (Jon does, too), but Roland watched the technically first remake with Janet Gaynor and has some interesting similarities to this remake.Roland's Instagram: @rolandrusinekHelluva Boss: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-uopgYBi65HwiiDR9Y23lomAkGr9mm-SPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Descendants!

    Ep. 401 - Rudolph's Shiny New Year (1976) (w/ Aaron Choi)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2024 59:25


    HAPPY (almost) NEW YEAR! Aaron's back to talk about this odd Rankin and Bass movie, where Baby New Year is being bullied. We're conflicted, but we're also closing out our winter holiday themed movie until next December!Aaron's Socials: @trueaaronchoiPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: A Star is Born (2018)!

    Ep. 400 - Wicked: Part One (2024) (w/ Lissa deGuzman and Jennafer Newberry)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2024 75:13


    To celebrate our 400th episode we had to do an equally epic movie to match this monumental milestone. Jon managed to get the standby witches on Wicked to discuss this phenomenal movie. What do you think will happen in Wicked: Part Two, or is it Wicked: For Good?Podcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongoidTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Rudolph's Shiny New Year!

    Ep. 399 - Dr. Seuss's The Grinch Musical! (2020) (w/ Colden Lamb)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2024 72:10


    We finally conclude our coverage on the Lives with The Grinch. Jon and Colden both have emotional ties to this property but in different ways - Jon grew up with the animated movie, and Colden grew up watching the stage version. Spoiler alert: they both didn't like this.Colden's Social -Instagram: @coldenlambWebsite: www.coldenlamb.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ColdenLambA Marc Blitzstein Archive YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BlitzsteinArchivePodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongoidTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Wicked: Part One!

    Ep. 398 - A Christmas Story Live! (2017) (w/ Brent Watkins)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2024 48:49


    We're joined by a new guest, Brent Watkins, who has strong ties to the touring stage version of A Christmas Story. He tells us some stories from his years with the show, and he and Jon somewhat talk about the live. Let's be real - we're here for the stories!Podcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Dr. Seuss' The Grinch Musical!

    Ep. 397 - Elf: Buddy's Musical Christmas (2014) (w/ Marc Bonanni)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2024 52:08


    Marc is back to talk Christmas time with Jon by bringing the stop motion musical version of Elf. They talk about the recent (as of December 2024) revival of Elf, the original movie, and the wild style of the stop motion animation.Marc's Instagram: @bwayghostlightMarc's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@broadwaybyghostlightPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: A Christmas Story Live!

    Ep. 396 - Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey (2020) (w/ Diana DiCostanzo)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2024 69:12


    Diana is back to lightly inject Christmas into our Winter Holiday Season episodes. Jon has some strong points that he's not willing to budge on, but Diana luckily agrees with him...mostly.Diana's Instagram: @dianastasiaDiana's Facebook: @dianadicostanzoDiana's Website: www.dianadicostanzo.comPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Elf: Buddy's Musical Christmas!

    Ep. 395 - Frozen II (2019) (w/ Casey Wahl)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2024 73:29


    We continue our Winter Holiday Season episodes with a movie that new guest Casey thinks is the better in the franchise: Frozen II. She and Jon discuss the queer "undertones," try to figure out the timeline, and are listening to Panic! At The Disco's version of "Into the Unknown" on repeat.The Afictionados' Linktree: https://linktr.ee/theafictionadosCasey's Letterboxd/Twitter/Serialzied: @caseywatchestvPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey!

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