That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak

MICHAEL GOT MARRIED!!! Michael is joined this week but his new HUSBAND Matt!! They talk about everything from pre-wedding stress, to the rehearsal, to the ceremony, reception & after. They talk through how everything went, some surprises, and their favorite parts of the day. They still find time to share what they think is TRASH this week!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter and Instagram, and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com. 

IT'S OUR TWO YEAR ANNIVERSARY!! To celebrate we are bringing back our OG guest, Alex Watts! We always have an amazing time with Alex whenever she come back to the pod, and this is no exception. Michael and Alex begin by finally talking about Beyonce's latest album, Renaissance! They talk about their favorite tracks, and why they love it so much. They then get into a slew of other topics, including: Lea Michele in Funny Girl, Alex's Gleek past, white mediocrity, and much more. As always they end the episode sharing what they think is TRASH this week!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter and Instagram, and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow Alex at @alextheexplorer on Twitter and Instagram.Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com. 

We're baaaaaaaack!! After a fully never announced or explain summer hiatus, THAT'S TRASH is back with new episodes! This week Michael is joined by former guest, Kathleen Denecke. They begin by attempting to talk about the Chromatica Ball, but end up fully discussing the recent drama surrounding the Florence Pugh/Harry Styles film Don't Worry Darling. They also discuss housewives drama, including the new Salt Lake Trailer, and the announcement of Taylor Swift's newest album MIDNIGHTS. As always they end with what they think is TRASH this week!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter/Instagram and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow Kathleen on Instagram at @kathleendene!Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com.

We're baaaaaaack!! After a month off, That's Trash is back with new episodes! This week, Michael is joined by returning guest Sean Ryan. Michael and Sean recap the past pride month, including all of their antics and travels - of which there are many. They then talk about some of the new television they have been watching, including Netflix's Heartstopper and the new season of Stranger Things . As always they end the episode sharing what they think is TRASH this week!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter and Instagram, and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow Sean at @seanzyryan on Twitter and Instagram. Follow his photography Instagram at @shotsbyseanryan.Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com.

Welcome back! This week Michael is joined by the the one and only Celine Krzan who joins the three time guest club! They begin by discussing the Artie nominations that came out hours before recording, before moving into a conversation on the new Showtime series The First Lady. They then briefly discuss the drama surrounding the Johnny Depp/Amber Heard trial, and a chaotic smattering of other things. As always, they end the episode sharing what they think is TRASH this week!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter and Instagram, and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow Celine at @celinekrzan on Twitter/Instagram.Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter/Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook. Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com

Welcome back! After a bit of an accidental break, we are BACK with a super-sized episode! Michael is joined by the lovely Ms. Golden Delicious aka Mark Montando, to talk all about the Met Gala. They break down the "gilded glamour" theme, which looks they loved, which looks they hated, and plenty of thoughts on everything to do with Kim Kardashian. They also talk about the new HBO documentary Spring Awakening: Those You've Known, reminiscing on their memories of the show and the attempted come-back by the problematic Lea Michele. As always they end the episode sharing what they think is TRASH this week!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter and Instagram, and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow Ms. Golden Delicious on Instagram at @msgoldendelicious!Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com.

Welcome back! This week Michael is joined by the lovely Leah Berst for a conversation about all the scamming content we've been consuming. They begin the conversation by checking in on the additional fall-out from the Will Smith Oscar slap drama - including the Academy banning the actor from the ceremony from the next ten years. They then discuss Hulu's new Elizabeth Holmes show The Dropout, and also touch on some other scammer content including Netflix's Inventing Anna and AppleTV+'s WeCrashed. As always they end the episode sharing what they think is TRASH this week!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter and Instagram, and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow Leah at @_leahpatricia on Twitter and Instagram.Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com.

Welcome back! It's time for another annual recap of the Academy Awards, and this year gave us PLENTY to talk about! Michael is joined by fellow Oscar lover Lisa Ludwig to talk about everything from the red carpet fashions, to the speeches they loved, to Will Smith smacking Chris Rock right across the face. They even touch on his apology as it was released while they were recording! As always, they end the episode sharing what they think is TRASH this week!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter and Instagram, and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow Shakespeare in Delaware Park on Facebook, @shakespeareindelawarepark on Instagram, or visit https://shakespeareindelawarepark.org.Visit https://theatreofyouth.org for more information on their upcoming production ofBeauty and the Beast. Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com.

Welcome back! This week friend of the pod Kristin Bentley returns for her third appearance on the pod! They begin their conversation by discussing the show they just opened together - Constellations with Second Generation Theatre. They talk about rehearsing together, how opening night went, and how you can still get tickets for the final two weeks. They then move into a conversation about the trash TV they've been watching, including Love is Blind, Yellowjackets, and Inventing Anna. As always they end the episode sharing what they think is TRASH this week!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twiter/Instagram and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Purchase tickets for Constellations by clicking here!Follow Kristin at @KBents on Twitter/Instagram, and follow Second Generation Theatre at @2ndgentheatre on Twitter/Instagram (secondgenerationtheatre.com).Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com. 

Welcome back! This week Michael is joined by the lovely and fabulous Vanna Deux! Michael and Vanna have a rollicking conversation on everything from controversial yet brave musical theatre takes (including the recent revival of Oklahoma! which just stopped in Buffalo), to which housewives should be included in the all housewives version of Cell Block Tango. They also touch on both the current season of Drag Race and the dumpster fire which is UK Vs. The World (#JusticeForPangina). As always they end the episode sharing what they think is TRASH this week!Follow Vanna at @VannaDeux on Twitter and Instagram, and send her a dollar on Venmo @tipvanna.Tickets are available for the Forever Gold Drag Brunch at Marble & Rye on Sunday March 6th! Click here for more information.Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter and Instagram, and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com.

Welcome back! This week Michael kicks off the first half of the episode solo, breaking down the recent Oscar nominations - the big films that made it in and the huge snubs. He is then joined by his fiancé Matt Gilbert for a quick round of Oscar trivia! As always, they end the episode sharing what they think is TRASH this week!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter and Instagram, and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com.

Welcome back! This week Michael is joined by returning guest Mandy Kellner for a pop culture catch-up conversation! They touch on a little of everything, from Pete Davidson & Kim Kardashian dating, to the second season of Emily in Paris, to the recent firing of a Salt Lake City housewife, to WORDLE and so much more. As always they share what they think is TRASH this week!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter and Instagram, and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow Mandy at @mandy_kellner on Instagram!Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com.

Welcome back! This week we are heading deep into Woodsboro for a conversation all about the Scream franchise. Michael is joined by Scream superfan Curtis Lord to discuss both the original films and the newest installment which hit theaters this weekend. They begin by sharing their relationship to the films, before running through what they love/don't love about Scream 1-4. They then give a mostly spoiler free (no discussion on deaths or the killers) breakdown of the newest film, ending with their personal rankings for the series. As always, they end the episode with what they think is TRASH this week!Follow Curtis at @curtieeland on Twitter & Instagram.Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter/Instagram and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com.

Welcome back! For the first pod of 2022, we are looking back at the best of 2021. Michael is joined by previous guests Chris Kelly and Adam Yellen to share their top ten lists in both film and television from 2021. They kick it off with TV, going through everything from Succession to The White Lotus to Mare of Easttown. They then move to the best movies they've seen in 2021, including everything from Shang Chi and Spider-Man: No Way Home to Dune and West Side Story. As always. they share what they think is TRASH this week, including the passing of legend Betty White.Follow Chris at @ckelly2008 on Twitter and @ckelly2011 on Instagram.Visit  jccbuffalo.org/jrt/ for information on their current season!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter/Instagram and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com.

Welcome back to our final episode of 2021! We are once again bring back podcast favorite Alex Watts to close out the year with us on Trash Trash!  Michael and Alex forgo the standard episode rundown for a conversation that is both topical and wild. They touch on everything from getting back onstage this year, to the new season of Succession, new COVID variants, unproblematic white people, video games, resolutions, and much much more. As always they end the episode sharing what they think is TRASH this week.We will be back in January with more episodes!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter and Instagram, and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow Alex at @alextheexplorer on Twitter and Instagram.Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com.

Welcome back! This week friend of the pod Sean Ryan returns for a full homosexual sad girl autumn music breakdown. They begin by talking about the recently released Red (Taylor's Version), Taylor Swift's re-record of her 2012 chart topping, Grammy nominated album. They break down the 10 minute version of "All Too Well" and rank Taylor's discography. Then they move into Adele's just released 4th studio album, 30. They talk about the Oprah special, their favorites on the album, and their ranking of 19, 21, 25, and 30. As always they end with what they think is trash this week, including a segment on the passing of theatrical legend, Stephen Sondheim.Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter and Instagram, and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow Sean at @seanzyryan on Twitter and Instagram. Follow his photography Instagram at @shotsbyseanryan.Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com.

Welcome back! This week we are joined by the lovely Joe Russi for a conversation all about that bombshell Wicked movie casting news. Michael & Joe breakdown Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande headlining the long delayed film of the hit Broadway musical, where they were when they heard, how they think they'll do, and why people shouldn't doubt Ariana. They also then share their casting ideas for the rest of the principal roles. As always, they end with what they think is TRASH this week!For tickets to Starring Buffalo's production of Rent, running November 19th & 20th, click here!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter/Instagram and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow Joe at @joerussi on Instagram.Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com. 

Welcome back! This week Michael is joined by returning guest Julie Szrama for a full pop-culture catch-up! They touch on everything that has happened over the past month, from Dune & Dear Evan Hansen hitting the big screen, to the wildly popular Squid Game on Netflix, to whatever is happening with Nicki Minaj's cousin's friends's balls. As always, they end the episode sharing what they think is TRASH this week!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter/Instagram and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow Julie at @julieszrama  on Instagram and @julmos on Twitter.Follow Legacy and Lace Photography at @legacyandlacephoto on Instagram, and Legacy and Lace Photography on Facebook.Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com. 

Welcome back! Listen everyone, this has been a MONTH and it's only halfway over. I know you were all expecting a regular full-length episode today, but that was not in the cards. We wanted to still give you a new episode this week, so enjoy this second installment of Traveling Trash. Matt & Michael break down their recent trip to New York City, where they saw Wicked, Little Shop Of Horrors, Chicken & Biscuits, and Waitress. They break down everything - the great performances, the bad ones, the standing ovations, and more!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter/Instagram and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com.   

Get in loser - we're giving you an extra episode this week! We couldn't let October 3rd pass and not do a special episode all about Mean Girls! As one of Michael's favorite movies, Matt Gilbert aka the pod gamemaster, joins once again as guest host asking Michael MANY questions about the iconic 2004 film, and 2018 Broadway Musical. Will Michael answer enough right to be the next Spring Fling Queen?  Can this fugly slut be trusted? Does the limit exist?! Listen and find out!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter and Instagram, and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com.

Welcome back! This week we are giving you JOURNALISM as we sit down with former LuLaRoe consultant Lindsay DiPonzio for a deep dive into LULARICH, the new Amazon Prime documentary exposing the infamous MLM/pyramid scheme. Michael and Lindsay break down the documentary, and Lindsay shares shocking insights into the company, the brand, the family, and much more. As always, they end the episode sharing what they think is TRASH this week!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter and Instagram, and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow Lindsay at @lindsaydiponzio on Instagram and TikTok!You can find Roberta Blevin's podcast LIFE AFTER MLM wherever you find your podcasts (or click here)!Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com.

IT'S OUR ONE-YEAR TRASH ANNIVERSARY!! It's crazy to think that this episode marks the one-year anniversary of the podcast, and we had to bring back the OG guest, Alex Watts, to celebrate! Michael and Alex play a bit of catch up and check in with what everyone's been up to this summer, before reflecting on their original trash from the premiere episode and seeing if they feel the same way they did then. They then move into a game all about the new girlboss version of Cinderella that just debuted on Amazon Prime with Camila Cabello, Idina Menzel, and Billy Porter. They then respond to some listener topics, including some favorite moments from the past year, and some trash you wanted us to respond to. Finally, they share what they think is TRASH this week.A reminder that we are moving to a bi-weekly format, so look out for our next episode in your feed on 9/27!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter and Instagram, and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow Alex at @alextheexplorer on Twitter and Instagram.Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com.

Welcome back! This week we are talking R-E-S-P-E-C-T in all forms - first by breaking down our thoughts on the new Aretha Franklin biopic, Respect starring Jennifer Hudson which just hit theaters. We talk about Hudson's performance, vocal transformation, and other things we loved or questioned in the film. We then turn to the other Aretha project that has stirred some controversy - National Geographic's Genius: Aretha starring Cynthia Erivo. We talk about when it's the right time to say no, and when ego comes into play. We also touch on the Laura Osnes vaccine Page Six news, and as always we share what we think is TRASH this week!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter/Instagram and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow Dudney at @dudster88 on Instagram!Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com.   

Welcome back! This week we have a really special treat - Michael managed to talk his Dad onto coming on the pod! They start by breaking down the Billy Joel concert they went to at the Bills Stadium this past weekend, before moving into some truly iconic stories that his Dad has shared over the years. These stories involve everyone from James Taylor, to Natalie Wood, to OJ Simpson. As always they end the episode sharing what they think is TRASH this week!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter/Instagram and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com.   

Welcome back! This week we give you a special bonus episode with a segment we're calling "Traveling Trash!". In these special bonus episodes Michael will recap some event that he traveled for with a special guest. This week Michael is joined by his fiancé, Matt Gilbert, for a recap of the Lady Gaga/Tony Bennett concert that they were lucky enough to be at last week! They break down the exciting night at Radio City Music Hall, including the songs, costumes, and even the anti-vax protestors! As always, they end the episode sharing what they think is TRASH this week!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter/Instagram and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com.   

Welcome back! This week we are joined by the lovely Julie Fonzi Lopian for a breakdown of the 2021...I mean the 2020 Olympic games! We go through it all: the shocking Simone Biles withdrawal from major events, our favorite events, and even some of the opening ceremony fashion! We then turn to two major idiots: the Bill's Cole Beasley and his anti-vaccine press conference, and rapper DaBaby and his homophobic and problematic comments. As always, we share what we think is TRASH this week!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter/Instagram and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow Julie at @julieannfonzi on Instagram!Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com.    

Welcome back! This week we're back with the second half of our conversation with Chad Battaglia all about the Marvel Cinematic Universe. This time it's all about the movies, specifically Black Widow which has been playing in theaters and on Disney+ premiere access for a few weeks now. We break down the long-awaited Scarlett Johannson-led solo feature for Natasha Romanoff, the introduction of Florence Pugh's scene stealing Yelena, and what it all means for the future of the MCU. We also break down the trailers for the upcoming Marvel films Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings and Eternals. Finally, we end with our long delayed trash of the week! Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter/Instagram and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow Chad at @iamthechad017 & @chadndoyle17 on Instagram!Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com.  

Welcome back! This week Michael kicks-off an unexpected two part series on the newest Marvel television and film projects! For this journey through the newest of the MCU, Michael is joined by super-fan Chad Battaglia. This first part of the episode is centered on the MCU Disney+ series - they kick off the conversation celebrating the record setting 23 Emmy nominations that WandaVision received, before moving into conversations breaking down both The Falcon and The Winter Solider and Loki (including that FINALE). Their trash of the week will have to wait until part two!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter/Instagram and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow Chad at @iamthechad017 & @chadndoyle17 on Instagram!Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com. 

Welcome back! This week Michael is joined by the very funny Stephanie Valliere for another installment of dumpster fire diving! They kick it off by discussing the recent Sha'Carri Richardson Olympic scandal, before moving into everything from Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez to Meghan McCain leaving The View to why Wendy Williams must be stopped. As always they end the episode sharing what they think is TRASH this week!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter/Instagram and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow Steph at @stephhhhval on Twitter/Instagram.Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com. 

Welcome back! This week Michael is joined by fellow Britney Spears lover Mina McGee for a conversation all about the explosive testimony last week from Britney herself. They go through the twenty minute statement Britney made to the court, breaking down the most shocking revelations and where Britney goes from here. They also share some of their recent TV/Film recommendations, and as always share what they think is TRASH this week!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter/Instagram and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow Mina at @minamcgee on Instagram!Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com. 

Welcome back! This week Michael is joined by one of our housewife correspondents and all around star Kristin Bentley! They kick off their conversation talking about the new season of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills including their new favorite cast member Kathy Hilton, and then move into all of the Erika Jayne/Girardi drama, including the new ABC News special - The Housewife and the Hustler. They then move to a conversation on the new (flop) season of The Real Housewives of New York City, and cast their own versions of the upcoming Real Housewife All Stars. As always, they end the episode sharing what they think is TRASH this week!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twiter/Instagram and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow Kristin at @KBents on Twitter/Instagram, and follow Second Generation Theatre at @2ndgentheatre on Twitter/Instagram (secondgenerationtheatre.com). Visit their website to purchase a flex pass for the 2021-2022 IN-PERSON theatre season.Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com. 

Welcome back! This week Michael is joined by the lovely Alexia Rose Guzmán for a conversation all about the new movie adaptation of In The Heights that just opened in theaters and on HBO Max! Alexia is a super-fan of the musical, so she is the perfect person to break it all down with us. They start by talking about their personal journeys with the show, how they were first introduced, and their attachment to the original cast album. They then share all their thoughts on the movie adaptation, and break down all the changes from the stage show.  As always the end the episode sharing what they think is TRASH this week!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter/Instagram and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow Alexia at @alexiarguzman on Twitter/Instagram.For more information on María Pérez-Gómez's book The Magic Closet Mysteries and to donate to the Kickstarter, click here!Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com.

Welcome back! This week we are joined by the very funny Connor Lloyd for a very GAY conversation. They start the conversation by diving into Olivia Rodrigo's new debut album SOUR, breaking down their favorite tracks and lyrics. They then move into a conversation on two major new movies - A Quiet Place Part II and Cruella. They talk about some of the fun Buffalo locations featured in AQP2 and their favorite Emma Stone fashions in Cruella. As always, they share what they think is TRASH this week!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter/Instagram and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow Connor at @guidoconz on Instagram and @guido_conz on Twitter!Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com.

Welcome back! This week we're returning to your  trash! Michael is joined by former guest Brittany Bassett to dive into the mailbag and respond directly to what you think is trash this week! They cover everything from the Tappo Day Club drama in Buffalo, to which piece of Chex Mix is superior. As always, they end the episode sharing what they think is TRASH this week!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter/Instagram and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow Brittany at @britannianoel on Twitter and @brittanynoel on Instagram.You can follow Chris's personal training Instagram at @topher_training.Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com.

Welcome back! This week Michael is joined by one of his oldest and dearest friends, Amber Reaume, for a conversation all about the hit NBC comedy Friends! They begin by sharing their personal journeys with the show, and then move into a deep dive on the new HBO Max Friends Reunion! Everything from the surprise guest stars to the questionable inclusion of James Corden. They then discuss their favorite characters, episodes, plot lines, and guest stars! As always, they end the episode sharing what they think is TRASH this week!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter/Instagram and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow Amber at @amberanneee on Instagram, and follow her realtor page at @amberreaumerealtor. Her agent details can be found here.Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com.

Welcome back! This week Michael is joined by the lovely Jordan Louis Fischer for a conversation about that woman stuck in that window! They begin by talking about the new Amy Adams Netflix thriller The Woman in the Window! They then move to television breaking down one new show - Mare of Easttown which has everyone talking, and the final season of the FX/Ryan Murphy show, Pose. As always they end the episode sharing what they think is TRASH this week!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter/Instagram and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow Jordan at @jordan_louis_fischer on Instagram and @JordanLFisch on Twitter.Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com.

Welcome back! This week Michael is joined by fellow Grey's Anatomy super-fan, Chrissy Vogric Hunnell, for a conversation all about Seattle Grace/Seattle Grace-Mercy West/Grey Sloan Memorial and all of the sexy surgeons that inhabit it. They start by sharing their own journey with Grey's Anatomy and it's 17 seasons, sharing their favorite characters and episodes. They then move into a discussion about the show in it's current COVID-19 season, and share some of their all-time favorite Shonda Rhimes speeches. As always, they end the episode sharing what they think is TRASH this week!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter/Instagram and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow Chrissy at @cvogrichunnell on Instagram!Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com.

Welcome back! This week Michael is joined by his good friend and co-worker, Jolie Doyle, for another round of Dumpster Fire Diving! They cover everything from Caitlyn Jenner's run for Governor of California, to Bachelor star Colton Underwood coming out, to Josh Duggar's recent arrest, to that super weird Ben Affleck TikTok video. As always, they end each episode sharing what they think is TRASH this week.Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter/Instagram and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com.

Welcome back! This week Michael is joined by the wonderful Chris Kelly for a full recap of the absolutely chaotic 93rd Annual Academy Awards. They start by breaking down the bizarre choices made in the ceremony, including moving Best Picture away from the final slot. They share their favorite speeches, winners, and the moments that made them go - what the f*ck?! They even break down some of the fashion from the big night. As always they end the episode sharing what they think is TRASH this week!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter/Instagram and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow Chris at @ckelly2008 on Twitter and @ckelly2011 on Instagram.Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com.

Surprise! This week we bring you a second bonus episode - the official That's Trash 2021 Oscar Predictions! For this special episode, Michael is joined by fellow awards lover and stats tracker, Michael Walline! They take you through each of the major categories, letting you know who to bet on for your Oscar pools/predictions! They also share their own commentary on the nominees, including their personal preferences. As always, they end the episode sharing what they think is TRASH this week!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter/Instagram and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow Michael at @wallyolley on Instagram!Join ARTA by visiting the Facebook group here!Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com.

Welcome back! This week Michael is joined by actor, artist, and all around wonderful human Melinda Capeles! They begin by going through a grab bag of recent headlines - the Johnson & Johnson vaccine halt, Florida Congressman Matt Gaetz's shady Venmo payments, creating during the pandemic, and the reckoning occurring within theatrical spaces. They then turn their conversation to one of the big Oscars films this year - Sound of Metal, for a deeply personal conversation on the themes and struggles it touches upon. As always, they end the episode sharing what they think is TRASH this week! Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter/Instagram and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow Melinda at @cirque_de_life on Instagram.Follow Rooted 3:17 at @rooted_317 on Instagram and visit their website at rooted317.bigcartel.com.Follow El Batey Apparel at @elbateyapparel on Instagram and visit their website at elbateydancecenter.com.Follow Los Artistas del Barrio Buffalo at facebook.com/LosArtistasDelBarrioBuffaloNY.Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com.

Welcome back for our 30th episode! We're turning the tables this week - guest and Michael's fiancé Matt Gilbert returns as a special guest host, asking Michael the questions this time! Matt has created an elaborate quiz game all about the musical Wicked, which Michael happens to know A LOT about. Listen as they laugh through several rounds of the Eleka nahmen nahmen Ah tum ah tum eleka nahmen Trivia Hour!! Can Michael name the first 10 Elphabas and Glindas on Broadway? Can he guess which made-up words aren't in the show? Listen and find out! As always, they end the episode sharing what they think is TRASH this week.Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter/Instagram and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com.

Welcome back! This week Michael is joined by the wonderful Primo Thomas to talk all about the problematic DC Extended Universe. They start of breaking down the big films that have been part of it's first phase, including Wonder Woman, Aquaman, Suicide Squad, and Batman Vs. Superman. They then talk about the drama behind the 2017 Justice League film. From there they give their thoughts on the new 4-hour Zack Snyder's Justice League that just dropped on HBO Max - the good, the bad, and the slow-mo! As always, they end the episode sharing what they think is TRASH this week!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter and Instagram, and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow Primo at @primoproblems01 on Twitter and Instagram!Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter/Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook. Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com

Welcome back! This week we welcome back Celine Krzan for a new game we're calling - Dumpster Fire Diving! 10 topics are thrown into little mini trash cans and Michael and Celine draw them at random and share their opinions. They discuss everything from the Georgia Voter Suppression Bill, to the fact that Grey's Anatomy is bringing back every single dead character. The wine AND the opinions are flowing! As always, they end the episode sharing what they think is TRASH this week!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter and Instagram, and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow Celine at @celinekrzan on Twitter/Instagram.Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter/Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook. Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com

Welcome back! This week Michael is joined by the talent Steve Copps for a conversation on Grammys, Oscars, and new music! They kick-off their conversation talking about the delayed Grammy Awards which took place this month, including big wins for Meghan Thee Stallion, Beyonce, and Taylor Swift. They then talk about Steve's new album Steadfast Against the Current, which he created and released over the pandemic. They close out by discussing the nominations for the 93rd annual Academy Awards, including the big snubs and surprise nominations. As always, they end the episode sharing what they think is TRASH this week!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter and Instagram, and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow Steve at @copperp on Instagram and @NayNayCupsSr on Twitter!Steve's album Steadfast Against the Current can be purchased here, with all proceeds going to Second Generation Theatre!Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com.

Welcome back! This week Michael is joined by the fabulous Kevin Donohue for a very royal conversation. They start by breaking down the bombshell Oprah interview with Meghan Markle and Prince Harry - and speculate on who is having THAT conversation. Next they move to the new HBO Max show It's a Sin, and it's depiction AIDS epidemic through the eyes of five friends in London. As always they end the episode sharing what they think is TRASH this week!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter and Instagram, and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow Kevin at @kevcdonohue on Instagram!Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com.

Welcome back! This week Michael is joined by the wonderful Doug Weyand to talk award shows and the sensation that is WandaVision! They begin by recapping the recent Golden Globe awards, covering both the controversy that surrounded the ceremony, and some of the shocking winners. They then move into a spoiler-ridden discussion around the hit Disney+ MCU series WandaVision - including their thoughts on that finale!! As always they end the episode by sharing what they think is TRASH this week!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter and Instagram, and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow Doug at @dougweyand on Instagram!Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com.

Welcome back! This week Michael is joined by Buffalo Theatre Legend, Lisa Ludwig! They begin by talking about Promising Young Woman, the new debut film from Emerald Fennell starring Carey Mulligan which is deep in the Oscar race. They then move to the new Netflix Rosamund Pike film I Care A Lot, diving into this Tyrion Lannister vs. Amy Dunne colorful mess. As always the end the episode sharing what they think is trash this week!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter and Instagram, and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow Shakespeare in Delaware Park on Facebook, @shakespeareindelawarepark on Instagram, or visit https://shakespeareindelawarepark.org.Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com.

Welcome back! This week Michael is joined by singer, actor, dancer, and swingstress, Sean Ryan! They start by talking about the recent notes app "apologies" of both Justin Timberlake and Bachelor Host Chris Harrison, and corresponding drama surrounding them both. They then move into a conversation on the current seasons of both RuPaul's Drag Race and RuPaul's Drag Race UK! As always they end each episode with that they think is TRASH this week!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter and Instagram, and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow Sean at @seanzyryan on Twitter and Instagram.Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com.

Welcome back! This week Michael is joined by fellow Britney Spears super-fan, Amy Jakiel! They start off by recapping the Super Bowl, both the lackluster game and The Weeknd's halftime show. They then move into a conversation on the new New York Times documentary Framing Britney Spears, and share their feelings on Britney's conservatorship, the media's treatment of her, and the #FreeBritney movement. They close out the episode talking about Amy's one-woman show idea" Spear Me the Details" and their favorite Britney music. Finally, they both share what they think is TRASH this week!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter and Instagram, and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow Amy on Instagram at @anyjakes.You can find more information and get tickets for Once Upon a Time at: http://www.theatreofyouth.org/event/0587441de79eed402d96fb7579cedab6.Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com.

Welcome back! This week, Michael is joined by NYC based actor Jamie Boswell to discuss the recent chaotic Golden Globe award nominations - the kick-off of awards season! They break down both the film and television categories, pointing out what the Globes got right and their horrible missteps. They also discuss the SAG Award nominations and the improvements they made over the Globes. Finally, they both share what they think is TRASH this week!Follow Michael at @mikewachowiak on Twitter and Instagram, and @michaelwachowiak on TikTok.Follow Jamie at @thejamieboswell on Twitter and Instagram!Follow the podcast at @thatstrashpod on Twitter and Instagram, and That's Trash with Michael Wachowiak on Facebook.Have a question? Send it in to thatstrashpod@gmail.com. Visit our website at thatstrashpod.com.