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Send us Fan MailTara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 7: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: For Good"! In this episode they break down the first new song added to the film, "No Place Like Home," and the scene with Mikey Shock and Christian Garcia, share favorite moments, and more!Show notes:Second WICKED Movie Will Include Two New SongsWicked: For Good reveals titles of 2 brand-new songs from movie sung by Cynthia Erivo and Ariana GrandeFramestore - Wicked For GoodWicked's Stephen Schwartz Knows You Sing ‘For Good' at Your Major Life MilestonesHow 2 New Songs Made Their Way Into ‘Wicked: For Good'could WICKED close on Broadway? | thoughts on the musical's recent box office downturn and futureOddment and TweakMoonchild TrinketsInstagram: @downtheyellowbrickpod#DownTheYBPTara: @taratagticklesEmKay: www.emilykayshrader.netPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/downtheyellowbrickpodEtsy: https://www.etsy.com/market/down_the_yellow_brick_podMusic by: Shane ChapmanEdited by: Emily Kay ShraderDown the Yellow Brick Pod: A Wizard of Oz Podcast preserving the history and legacy of Oz
Over the weekend, tens of thousands of fans got this experience at events across the globe, with Chappell Roan popping out with Noah Kahan at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena for her song "California"; Cynthia Erivo reuniting with her Wicked co-star Ariana Grande at the O2 Arena in London; and Kristen Bell regaling the Savannah Bananas crowd with a Disney-powered medley at Denver's Coors Field. On the new Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, we're talking about the trio of delightful surprise guests crossing genres and continents. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Kiddos hung out with Spider-man Today! Shay Mitchell is like RICH Rich, and Ariana Grande brought Cynthia Erivo on stage in London.A Woman is Passionate about a Barn and after we read the People article, Brittany reach out and She Joins the Show!The story of Poppi and it's Co-founder and play Red Flag on the Date!Plus it's Hot To Go where we are tracking some high profile engagements. Over/Under and Coatmaxxing!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Ariana Grande has just released a new music video for her song "petal", and it is a disturbing picture of violence, homicidal horror and the darkness surrounding the pursuit of fame. But perhaps most interesting part isn't where Ariana Grande is today, but how she got here. Because if you rewind the clock, you'll find a young Ariana Grande beginning her career as a Nickelodeon star to now slashing up her critics in her music videos. The transformation came from God Is A Woman's explicit sexual imagery, religious inversion, lyrics about making deals with the devil, and now being a costar, to her interesting relationship with Cynthia Erivo, and now the music video "petal". Is she merely pushing artistic boundaries? Oh, are we watching another wicked trajectory of stardom where a star enters an industry, becomes increasingly immersed in darkness, and eventually begins reflecting the very darkness that surrounds it? Follow Good Fight Ministries on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/goodfightministries Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goodfightministries Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/goodfightmin TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@goodfightministries "God Is A Woman" Exposed https://youtu.be/4i8VmxM0GxY?si=V6DztgrLsSXopJ5w Wicked's Witchcraft https://youtu.be/b8EKWUUEOww?si=5MRw2_UwO1OG_Z9n Marvel & DC's War on God: Stan Lee, God, and the Devil https://www.goodfight.org/product/stan-lee-god-and-the-devil/ We're on Rumble! https://rumble.com/GoodFightMinistries Support Us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodfight
This morning, we honour Hayden Panettiere, who passed away on Sunday at 36. She was Claire Bennet, she was Juliette Barnes, she was a mum, a fighter, a writer, and someone who had the extraordinary courage to share her truth with the world. ☕ Hayden Panettiere has died at 36, found unresponsive in South Carolina Sunday. We pay tribute to her extraordinary career: Heroes, Nashville, Scream, and a life lived with remarkable courage. Tributes have poured in from Viola Davis, Kelly Osbourne, David Arquette, Melissa Barrera and many more☕ Ariana Grande brings Cynthia Erivo onstage in London for a surprise Wicked reunion that had everyone in tears☕ Princess Eugenie reveals her baby daughter's name, honouring Queen Elizabeth II If you or anyone you know needs to speak with an expert, please contact your GP or in Australia, contact Lifeline (13 11 14), Kids Helpline (1800 55 1800) or Beyond Blue (1300 22 4636), all of which provide trained counsellors you can talk with 24/7.TAKE THE SPILL'S WEEKLY POP CULTURE QUIZ HEREBecome a Mamamia subscriber and get an all-access pass to everything we make, including exclusive podcasts and early listening, subscriber-only articles, monthly giveaways and our home workout app, MOVE.Right now, every Mamamia subscriber is automatically entered to win a $5,000 Dreamworld holiday for four; flights, accommodation, express passes and more included. Subscribe here to enter. T&Cs apply. Get access to Very Peri, Mamamia's exclusive perimenopause series, for just $59. 25 world-leading experts, over 20 on-demand sessions, available now. We’ve sorted through the noise so you don't have to. Go to veryperi.com.au and join me today. You hot? Same. Buy today and save 40% THE END BITS Once you’ve devoured this morning’s celeb stories, get your daily news headlines from The Quicky here. Support independent women's media Follow us on TikTok, Instagram and Facebook. And subscribe to our Youtube channel. Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here. CREDITS Host & Producer: Ash London Executive Producer: Monisha Iswaran Mamamia acknowledges the traditional owners of the land on which we have recorded this podcastBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mixing music for Late Night television means working fast, putting artists at ease, and delivering polished mixes under immense pressure. In this episode, the Music Mixers of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon swap stories from decades behind the console. They reveal performances that went sideways, why backing tracks can actually make their jobs harder, and what it's like mixing everyone from Cynthia Erivo to Paul McCartney. Featuring Harvey Goldberg and Lawrence Manchester.Twenty Thousand Hertz is produced by Defacto Sound.Watch Dallas' on-set videos with Harvey (The Late Show) and Lawrence (The Tonight Show).Follow Dallas on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and LinkedIn.Support the show and get ad-free episodes at 20k.org/plus.If you know what this week's mystery sound is, tell us at mystery.20k.org.Get three months of free payroll with Gusto at gusto.com/20k.Visit quo.com/20k for 20% of your first 6 months of business phone software.
The Kelly Alexander Show brings you the latest entertainment news, music headlines and exclusive artist interviews. This week's episode features major stories involving BTS, the Hollywood Walk of Fame and a visit to the Vintage Vault for a conversation with Canadian music star Amanda Marshall. In entertainment news, Kelly discusses BTS' decision to boycott the 2027 Grammy Awards following reported concerns about changes to several award categories. We also cover the newly announced Hollywood Walk of Fame Class of 2027, Idris Elba's upcoming film alongside Viola Davis, Regina King and Cynthia Erivo and the new biopic based on the life of acclaimed chef Anthony Bourdain. Then, we head into the Vintage Vault to revisit our conversation with Diamond-selling Canadian recording artist Amanda Marshall. Amanda talks about her album "Heavy Lifting", the influence Elton John has had on her career and what it was like opening up for Whitney Houston during one of the biggest moments of Amanda's musical journey. If you love pop culture, music news and exclusive artist interviews, subscribe to The Kelly Alexander Show on Podbean, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and iHeartRadio for new weekly episodes. Follow The Kelly Alexander Show
Kelly and Sharon kick off the show with Kelly's recap of seeing Ariana Grande live on her "Eternal Sunshine" tour before diving into the 90's Playlist Picks of the Week featuring an R&B classic from 1994 and a global pop hit from 1995. The conversation also includes a fun comparison between Ariana and Mariah Carey and how both artists command the stage in heels. They then reflect on how quickly time flies as several beloved stars celebrate milestone birthdays, including Tevin Campbell turning 50 and Courteney Cox and Lisa Kudrow now in their early 60's. Kelly and Sharon also discuss the newest Hollywood Walk of Fame Class of 2027 and preview the upcoming film starring Idris Elba, Viola Davis, Regina King and Cynthia Erivo. The ladies also share updates on the "A Different World" reboot and "Ted Lasso" Season 4 before Sharon recommends the upcoming series "Ride or Die" starring Hannah Waddingham and Octavia Spencer. Plus, Rosie O'Donnell continues her return to the spotlight with several television appearances ahead of guest hosting "Jimmy Kimmel Live" for one week in August. Kelly and Sharon reflect on Rosie's impact during the 90's and why she continues to connect with audiences today. Give it your best shot with Kelly's Trivia questions and Sharon takes you back to 1995 with your 90's Rewind. Thanks for listening to 90's NOW!
Kelly and Sharon kick off the show by chatting about Kelly's experience seeing the WNBA's Toronto Tempo play in Montreal, where the team helped set an impressive attendance record before diving into the 90's Playlist Picks of the Week. Kelly revisits a classic TLC hit from 1994 while Sharon spotlights Meshell Ndegeocello and Chaka Khan from 1996. The conversation turns to Paris Jackson and her ongoing legal battle involving Michael Jackson's estate. Kelly and Sharon discuss why Paris is challenging the current management of the estate, including concerns over the reported compensation paid to executors John Branca and John McClain over the years. They also celebrate Meshell Ndegeocello's upcoming album, "Synonym," featuring collaborations with Brandi Carlile, Lianne La Havas and Cynthia Erivo, including a new version of George Michael and Aretha Franklin's classic "I Knew You Were Waiting". Plus, Shakira reaches another major career milestone as Kelly and Sharon discuss her memorable FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show performance alongside Burna Boy. Give it your best shot with Kelly's Trivia questions as Sharon celebrates going 2-for-2 before taking you back to 1990 with your 90's Rewind. Thanks for listening to 90's NOW!
Olivier nominee Tyrone Huntley is reprising his acclaimed performance as Judas in Jesus Christ Superstar by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber at the London Palladium.Directed by Timothy Sheader, Tyrone first played Judas ten years ago when this revival premiered at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre. He reprised his performance at Regent's Park multiple times and also played Judas in the production's US tour.Last year Tyrone played Simon in the Hollywood Bowl revival of Jesus Christ Superstar, whilst also understudying Cynthia Erivo in the role of Jesus.His theatre credits include Barnaby Tucker in Hello, Dolly! (London Palladium), Che in Evita (Curve Leicester), Jordan in Living Newspaper (Royal Court), Hunter in [title of show] (London Coliseum), Wes in The View UpStairs (Soho Theatre), Obi in Leave to Remain (Lyric Hammersmith), C.C. White in Dreamgirls (Savoy Theatre), Gator in Memphis(Shaftesbury Theatre), Porgy and Bess (Regent's Park Open Air Theatre), Seaweed in Hairspray (Curve Leicester), Doctor in The Book of Mormon (Prince of Wales Theatre) and TJ in Sister Act (UK & Ireland Tour).As a director, Tyrone made his debut with Ain't Misbehavin', which played at Mercury Theatre Colchester and Southwark Playhouse, before joining the creative team of The Drifters Girl as Associate Director.In this episode, Tyrone takes a deep dive into what it takes for him to play such a hugely demanding role – and the crazy path of his Jesus Christ Superstar journey. He also discusses his reunion with Cynthia Erivo, his move to LA and lots more.Jesus Christ Superstar runs at the London Palladium until 5th September. Visit www.london.jesuschristsuperstar.com for info and tickets.This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
West End performer. Wicked film cast member. House renovation survivor. And our kind of person.This week Cara and Bronagh are joined by the brilliant Courtney Mae Briggs — West End actress, content creator, mum to two year old Minnie, and the woman who played the mum in the Wicked film alongside Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo. Yes, really. And somehow we nearly got through the whole episode without anyone realising quite how major that is.Courtney tells us about growing up in Surrey, training at drama college and going straight into work — including the original London cast of Hamilton, Back to the Future the Musical, In the Heights and Strictly Ballroom. She opens up about what it's actually like doing eight shows a week in the West End, the adrenaline of coming offstage at half ten in Covent Garden and immediately going out, and the surreal experience of filming Wicked — singing live on set, doing the whole duet sequence in one Steadicam take, and her costume ripping between takes while sixty crew members stood watching. Oh, and she once farted on stage during Hamilton and the skirt wafted it directly into the audience. 1200 people. She's fine about it now.House renovations, the chaos of coming home from hospital with a newborn to a building site, why Courtney is completely unbothered about people scuffing her nice kitchen, and the old school video camera she uses to document family life that had everyone reaching for their phones to order one.Courtney's route from Surrey to drama college to the original London cast of HamiltonWhat it's really like performing eight shows a week — the fitness, the injuries and the adrenalineThe Wicked film — how she got the role, filming live on set and why the costume kept splittingHouse renovations, newborns on building sites and why Cara is still waiting for her showerFive beauty must haves — Charlotte Tilbury Flawless Filter, Biodance collagen masks, Sunday Riley Good Genes, Pearl Beauty bronzer and Medicube pore padsThe wardrobe malfunction that shall not be named. (It was the fart. On stage. In Hamilton.)Find Courtney: @courtneymae_briggs on InstagramInstagram: @schoolrunwaypodLeave us a voice note: https://sayhi.chat/oeks4Don't forget to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts & Spotify! x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Paris has been hosting its autumn-winter couture collections amid simmering temperatures, with celebrities sporting parasols and fans as they watch the shows. Fashion journalist Alice Pfeiffer tells us why "Blazymania" has taken hold, as Chanel's new artistic director continues his winning streak with designs inspired by Coco Chanel herself. At Dior, Jonathan Anderson presents an accessible, floral collection, while Pierpaolo Piccioli draws stars including Cynthia Erivo, Demi Moore and Teyana Taylor to the front row for his Balenciaga debut.
Today on The Social, Canada drops below the U.S. on a "best countries" ranking list. And, are spelling bees still relevant? Then, Cynthia Erivo shuts down questions about ‘Wicked’ in the middle of an interview. Is this fair? Plus, a B.C. woman is ordered to reimburse her former fiancé for her engagement ring. And, White House correspondent April Ryan says black women will save the world. Then, is doing chores sexy? And, would you do yoga on a plane? Plus, should parents enforce a strict schedule for their kids this summer? Then, music journalist and producer Emilie Hanskamp breaks down the biggest stories in music.
This week, Chloe Malle sat down with Vogue France's Claire Thomson-Jonville and Vogue Runway's chief critic Sarah Mower straight from the Balenciaga show at the Cité Internationale Universitaire de Paris to unpack the emotional highs of Couture Week's opening days. The trio's biggest topic was Pierpaolo Piccioli's first couture outing for the house, a collection they agreed felt unmistakably like his own after two seasons of ready-to-wear spent reconciling his sensibility with Demna's legacy. Under a blazing midday sun, with Cynthia Erivo, Naomi Watts, and Teyana Taylor among those fanning themselves in the front row, Piccioli sent out feather-heavy, richly colored looks. The conversation then rewound to Monday's openers, starting with Daniel Roseberry's Schiaparelli show, where a chrome runway and body-conscious, skin-like silicone pieces reflected an unusually experimental research process: rather than his usual research trip, Roseberry said he'd spent time at a company that manufactures silicone baby dolls. From there, talk turned to Jonathan Anderson's second couture collection for Dior, which the panel read as a loosening of the house's codes, with knotted, sculptural details inspired by artist Lynda Benglis softening the rigor of the bar suit into something more fluid and wearable. Matthieu Blazy's fairy-tale-inspired second couture show for Chanel was filled with joy and whimsy, with jacket linings stitched with each model's handwritten to-do list (i.e. “Pizza in fridge.”) They close on a lighter note about the practical realities of front-row life in a Paris heat wave, from designers rethinking fabric for a warming climate to the season's must-have accessory: a hand fan, tucked into every micro-bag that could fit one. The Run-Through with Vogue is your go-to podcast where fashion meets culture. Hosted by Chloe Malle, Head of Editorial Content, Vogue U.S.; Chioma Nnadi, Head of British Vogue; and Nicole Phelps, Director of Vogue Runway, each episode features the latest fashion news and exclusive designer and celebrity interviews. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Welcome to The DMF — Discovering Meaning in Film and Acting. I'm Justin Younts, and this is the complete interview with casting director Tiffany Little Canfield of Telsey Company — known for her work on Wicked, Mean Girls, and more. All three parts together.Tiffany grew up in Sacramento, got serious about acting early, moved into directing, and eventually found her way to casting — where her background on both sides of the table changed how she reads actors and approaches every project. This conversation covers all of it.We start with her path into the industry, the casting process, what actors consistently misunderstand about auditions, the impact of self-tapes, and why training never stops mattering. From there we get into the specific casting stories — A Most Violent Year, Miss Sloane, Margin Call, and Wicked. Tiffany gets into how Ariana Grande was cast as Glinda, the casting of The Wizard, Madame Morrible, and Bowen Yang, and what the process looked like on a production of that scale.We also get into casting controversies, diversity in casting, and what Tiffany actually thinks about how those conversations play out in the industry. She talks about the Academy finally establishing a casting branch and what that recognition means for the profession. We close with upcoming projects, Inside the Actors Studio questions, what she's reading and watching, and her thoughts on The Lost Daughter.In this episode we discuss:Tiffany's path from acting to directing to castingThe casting process and what actors get wrongSelf-tapes and the reality of modern auditionsCasting Wicked — Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Michelle Yeoh, Jeff Goldblum & Bowen YangCasting A Most Violent Year, Miss Sloane & Margin CallCasting controversies and diversity in the industryThe Academy finally recognizing casting directorsUpcoming projects including Only Murders in the Building and Paradise00:00:00 - Introduction 00:00:14 - Guest Introduction & Early Life 00:00:38 - Influence of Early Life on Career 00:02:23 - Transition from Acting to Directing 00:03:14 - Professional Training and Realization 00:04:26 - Decision to Shift from Acting 00:06:09 - Transition to Casting 00:06:21 - Casting Experience and Realization 00:09:04 - Getting into the Industry 00:09:29 - Similarities between Casting Directors and Actors 00:13:26 - Role of Directing Degree in Casting 00:13:26 - Understanding Actors 00:15:13 - Misconceptions about Acting 00:15:40 - The Art and Craft of Acting 00:17:26 - The Importance of Continuous Training 00:22:02 - The Shift to Self-Tapes 00:24:32 - Challenges in the Industry 00:26:52 - The Power of Subtle Acting 00:28:36 - Working with the Telsey Office 00:29:52 - Casting 'A Most Violent Year' 00:30:48 - Casting 'A Most Violent Year' Continued 00:36:26 - Casting 'Miss Sloan' 00:39:09 - Casting 'Margin Call' 00:41:30 - Casting 'Wicked' 00:46:19 - Casting 'Wicked' Continued: The Role of Glinda 00:49:54 - Casting 'Wicked' Continued: The Role of the Wizard and Madame Morrible 00:55:26 - Casting 'Wicked' Continued: The Role of Boq 00:57:04 - Recognition of Casting Directors at the Academy Awards 01:01:30 - Future Plans 01:01:42 - Upcoming Projects 01:02:15 - Daily Routines 01:03:09 - Physical Fitness and Meditation 01:03:48 - Current Readings 01:05:11 - Music Preferences 01:05:39 - Current TV Shows 01:06:42 - Recent Movies 01:08:34 - Contact Information 01:08:57 - Conclusion#DMF #TiffanyLittleCanfield #CastingDirector #Wicked #ArianaGrande #TelseyCompany #Oscars #Academy #Acting #Casting #Filmmaking #Podcast
*Disclaimer: This episode includes discussion of sensitive topics such as suicide and depression. Viewer discretion advised.*Mental health resource for anyone who might be struggling: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/get-help/____________________________________________________________I had the honor of interviewing Scott Alan in the first episode of my series “On Finding Your Voice”. Scott wrote one of his most famous songs, "Anything Worth Holding On To", during one of the darkest periods of his life. He didn't know it would become the song strangers would write to him about, saying: "I was at my lowest. This is the reason I kept going."That's the kind of songwriter Scott is. His songs have been performed by artists like Cynthia Erivo, Billy Porter, and Shoshana Bean — the same Shoshana Bean who, the first time she heard one of his songs, took off her sunglasses in tears, and said, "I have all day." That moment set off a career that took him everywhere he thought he wanted to go — touring the world, writing for some of the biggest voices on Broadway. And then he walked away from it all and reformed his identity around what mattered most.In this interview, Scott traces that whole journey: writing his first "real" song at 18, the career fame built, and why he ultimately left it behind. We talk about what it actually takes to access your real voice, why most people learn to express themselves from a place of fear or habit, why the things that have hurt you are also the things that make you interesting, and what it means to finally stop sounding like an imitation of yourself._________________________________________
Lauren's guest is the superstar superstylist, best known for his work with Taraji P. Henson, Nicole Kidman, Michael B. Jordan, Cynthia Erivo, and, most recently, Josh O'Connor. They discuss working retail, the business and ethics of styling, the nuances of celebrity-fashion contracts, which brands are working right now, the transformation of luxury, and so much more.
El actor Jeff Goldblum fundó hace treinta años The Mildred Snitzer Orchestra, en la que ejerce de pianista y cantante, con la que viaja por el mundo llevando clásicos del jazz y del cancionero estadounidense. De su nuevo disco, 'Night blooms', que complementa 'Still blooming' editado el año pasado, 'Over the rainbow', 'Misty' -con la voz de Melody Gardot-, 'Bewitched' -canta Charlie Puth-, 'Mean to me' -con Dodie-, 'We´ll meet again' -con Cynthia Erivo-, 'I don´t know why (I just do)' -con Ariana Grande- y 'The best is yet to come' -con la voz de Scarlett Johansson-. Del disco de la cantante Kat Gang 'Bossa & Bordeaux', sus grabaciones de 'C´est si bon', 'Só danço samba' o 'Favela'. Muca, brasileño residente en Londres, firma con el veterano de la bossa nova Roberto Menescal el disco 'Beleza' con canciones como 'Midnight lullaby' -con la voz de Liana Flores-, 'Ladeira' -con Josyara- y 'A beleza de ser' -con Ilessi-. Despide Edson Natale con 'Viajante'. Escuchar audio
HubSpot retired a 15-year-old word, and George B. Thomas wanted to be a fly on the wall in the room where it got decided. In this episode, he and Chad Hohn get the next best thing: a sit-down with Kat Tooley, HubSpot's VP of Global Events and Experiential Marketing and the architect behind turning INBOUND into UNBOUND.This is the untold origin story, the internal fears, and what UNBOUND 2026 actually means for the humans who built their businesses on the word INBOUND.In this episode:• UNBOUND started as a half-joke at an internal kickoff, then survived a multi-year planning cycle that could have killed it• Why Yamini stayed the path: "We have conviction and we know this name feels right. We've done the testing."• HubSpot didn't bury inbound. It outgrew the word. The methodology is still alive.• The thread tying Tom Brady, Cynthia Erivo, Mel Robbins, and Suni Williams to "unbound"• How HubSpot runs the whole event out of its own portal, with Breeze and a full ROI model: "its own little HubSpot within HubSpot"• Kat's two-rule discipline for a rebrand that lands: evolution, not revolution• What's new for 2026: the Exchanges, the Spotlight keynote, and a new CPO on stageRegister for UNBOUND 2026 (September 16 to 18, Boston): https://unbound.hubspot.comRead the full recap: https://sidekickstrategies.com/podcast/hubheroes-inbound-to-unbound-origin-story
Alex Frank is the Musical Director and bassist for actor and musician Jeff Goldblum's jazz group, The Mildred Snitzer Orchestra. He co-produced the group's latest album, which includes Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, and Scarlett Johansson. He's also worked on previous albums with Kelly Clarkson, Fiona Apple and Miley Cyrus. He played the bass in the film Jersey Boys, directed by Clint Eastwood, and he's also appeared on albums by Michael Bublé, Charlie Puth, and Nas. He's played with Tamir Hendelman, Tierney Sutton, Jackie Ryan and Benny Benack III, each of whom has been a guest on this podcast My featured song is Robert's reimagined version of Miles Davis's “All Blues”. Spotify link. —----------------------------------------------------------- The Follow Your Dream Podcast:Top 1% of all podcasts with Listeners in 200 countries! Click here for All Episodes Click here for Guest List Click here for Guest Testimonials Click here for Reflections Click here for Special Collections Click here for Legends Click here to Subscribe Click here to receive our Email Updates Click here to Rate and Review the podcast —---------------------------------------- CONNECT WITH ALEX:www.alexfrankmusic.com —---------------------------------------- ROBERT'S NEWEST RELEASE:“THE BUZZ” - Short, sweet and totally different CLICK HERE FOR OFFICIAL VIDEO CLICK HERE FOR ALL LINKS —-------------------------------------- Audio production: Jimmy RavenscroftKymera FilmsConnect with the Follow Your Dream Podcast:Website - www.followyourdreampodcast.comFollow Robert's band, Project Grand Slam, and his music:Website - www.projectgrandslam.com
Jessi IS doing amazing… just not amazing enough to afford the new Kris Jenner smoothie. We have surprising Spencer Pratt election results live from Los Angeles and SO.MUCH.MORE. Taylor Swift has a new single! Rosie O'Donnell has a new face! Donna Kelce has new windows! And Hudson Williams has a new award! Plus, Keke Palmer's AD home tour has sent Jessi SPIRALING and Cynthia Erivo is defying gravity, also interview questions. All that plus Evening Club re-caps and PRIDE CELEBRATIONS!
THIS WEEK ON REWIND: Already time for another episode?! THAT'S RIGHT!! Welcome to another week with REWIND!! We followed every bunny trail we could today as far as topics are concerned, and we are ready to dish the tea (ALLEGEDLY, ALLEGEDLY!!). First things first, we are #TEAMKEKE&SEAN because OMG they are so cute together. Then we discuss the Painted By Esther/Patrick Ta controversy and Dua Lipa's elopement (amongst some interesting new wedding traditions). We also have a little family meeting with the REWINDERS that steams from some local coffee cup controversy. Next, we move onto Jay-Z's straight BARS from the ROOTS Picnic this weekend. Finally, we discuss that WILD (and disturbing?) Euphoria FINALE as well as the hard-to-watch Netflix documentary TRUST ME. It's all here!! HAPPY PRIDE FROM REWIND!! ⏰TIME CODES⏰ (0:10) HAPPY PRIDE!! [FIRST THOUGHTS] (1:50) KEKE & SEAN…SITTING IN A TREE…K-I-S-S-I-N-G (5:09) DULA PEEP'S ELOPEMENT, CHRISTIAN WEDDING FADS, & THE COST OF CAKE (15:55) MAKE-UP BY ESTHER, PATRICK TA, & SOMEHOW JACKIE AINA IN IT (23:52) ARIANA GRANDÉ'S NEW SINGLE, “HATE THAT I MADE YOU LOVE ME”, IS IT A HIT? (26:48) CYNTHIA ERIVO & THE BOUNDARIES THAT SET US FREE (35:52) IKYFL AUDITON REMINDER!!!!!! [DUE JUNE 7TH] (36:36) JAY-Z BURNS ‘EM UP AT THE ROOTS PICNIC (41:40) REWIND RUNDOWN: EUPHORIA SERIES FINALE (49:55) GIGGLY SQUAD, THE PRICKLY PEAR DOUBLE DRINK DRAMA, & WE CAN SAY WHATEVER THE F*CK WE WANT!!!! (1:05:15) REWIND RUNDOWN: TRUST ME DOCUMENTARY (1:22:40) ARE WE OFFICIALLY COMMITTING TO “LOVE ISLAND” THIS YEAR?? (1:23:44) NOT SO AGREEABLY “GLEE”FUL FINAL THOUGHTS Follow Blake: @heyblakerackley Follow Raven: @iamravendawson Follow Producer Gabe: @theproducergabe BUY REWIND MERCH (AVAILABLE NOW): https://rewindthepod.threadless.com SUBSCRIBE TO BLAKE'S YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/@heyblakerackley WATCH RAVEN on THE TERRELL SHOW: https://youtu.be/7c0Y-DN-_A4?si=TlI0ZZpSKdDBmtNH COME SEE BLAKE @ RANCH HANDS COWBOYLESQUE: https://www.ranchhandscowboylesque.com [CODE: REWIND10] BOOK GABE WITH “HEY BACH!” EVENTS: https://www.heybachnash.com [CODE: REWIND] To watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVVnhe6Es3kFxV18W2oLrur6m3c7Lwl6- Follow Blake- Instagram: @heyblakerackley TikTok: @heyblakerackley Threads: @heyblakerackley Twitter: @heyblakerackley Follow Raven- Instagram: @iamravendawson TikTok: @iamravendawson Threads: @iamravendawson Follow Producer Gabe- Instagram: @_thenerdalert TikTok: @_thenerdalert ABOUT REWIND: The Podcast - Hosted by the effortlessly charismatic duo Raven Dawson and Blake Rackley, REWIND: The Podcast is where pop culture past meets pop culture present—with a whole lot of personality in between. Fueled by a love for iconic throwbacks and today's most talked-about moments, these two besties serve up unfiltered opinions, sharp humor, and a deep appreciation for the drama that keeps entertainment interesting. From Y2K nostalgia to red carpet chaos, award show upsets to reality TV scandals, nothing is off-limits. Whether they're revisiting the cultural staples that defined an era or breaking down the latest internet-breaking headlines, expect hot takes, deep dives, and plenty of side-eye. If your playlist lives somewhere between classic R&B and current chart-toppers, if you still quote your favorite 2000s movies on the daily, and if you love a little (or a lot of) flair with your pop culture commentary—this is the podcast you've been waiting for. Press play, lean in, and get ready to REWIND.
If you love a cosy mystery mixed with supernatural monsters (like Laura), we have your next must-watch streaming recommendation. Created by a legendary comedy writer, this small-town series is the perfect escape for your week.Plus, the Heated Rivalry stars have made a shocking career move by completely turning down a massive Hollywood institution. We unpack the behind-the-scenes industry rules and why these rising stars are desperately guarding their privacy. Read the Variety article about the Heated Rivalry boys here.And one of our absolute favourite leading ladies has dropped a tell-all interview addressing a dramatic red carpet rescue that had the internet completely divided. We break down the toxic backlash and the viral video moment that has fans spiralling (read their profile on Cynthia here).Remember The Spill drops the tea twice a day in this feed so follow us for all the latest entertainment news OR you can WATCH our show in full length video on the Apple Podcast app - make sure your phone is up to date and enjoy the watch! Link here. THE END BITS Find and follow us on socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thespillpodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thespillpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thespillpodcast/ Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia: https://mamamia.com.au/entertainment/ Support Independent Women’s Media. Your subscription helps us continue to tell the stories that matter to women. Want to join the conversation? Have feedback or a topic you want us to discuss? Send us a voice message or email us at thespill@mamamia.com.au and we’ll get back to you ASAP! Executive Producer: Monisha Iswaran Audio & Video Producer: Michael Kean Mamamia acknowledges the traditional owners of the land on which we have recorded this podcast.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Cynthia Erivo speaks out about Wicked, the Pattie Gonia lawsuit explained, and why are dot cakes creating discourse?Hi friends,We're back in the studio this week, so if you want to watch this podcast, head here.In today's episode, Cynthia Erivo speaks out about Wicked, the Pattie Gonia lawsuit explained, & why are dot cakes creating discourse?After a quick chat about Off Campus, we dive into pop culture bites, including Olivia Rodrigo's 90-minute interview with The New York Times' Popcast. Cynthia Erivo is also on a new press tour and doesn't want to talk about Wicked. We reference this YouTube video and this Variety interview.In Culture Shock, American drag queen and activist Pattie Gonia is being sued by outdoor clothing brand Patagonia for trademark infringement. We break down the lawsuit and share a clip from fair fashion advocate, Venetia La Manna.Have you seen dot cakes on your FYPs lately? The dessert has gotten a lot of people riled up, so we wanted to break down where they came from and how they could intersect with the Diary of a CEO's latest viral gaffe. Are we demonising joy through optimisation culture? We reference content creator Tinx's video on the topic.In Bookmarked, Maggie recommends The Grill podcast, and Jas recommends Erika Veurink's Substack, Long Live.Thank you for listening! Jas & Mags xoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A packed episode today! We start with the moment an anti-abortion activist posted a photo of sugar gliders, claiming they were twin girls named Emma and Ruth. Then, congratulations are in order for Dua Lipa and Callum Turner, who have officially tied the knot! We also unpack the short-lived push for a new teal political party and ask whether Australia actually needs another option on the ballot. Plus, Cynthia Erivo has made it clear she's over talking about Wicked, Pope Leo has become one of the loudest global voices on the ethics of AI, and we break down the trademark battle between the brand Patagonia and drag queen climate activist Pattie Gonia. Big Small Talk Instagram Sarah-Jane's Instagram Hannah's Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today, Ryann and Sequoia are losing it over JoJo's cancelled return to Broadway, Love Island USA's note to fans ahead of the S8 cast announcement, Sean Evan and KeKe Palmer's interview on Baby, This Is KeKe Palmer, and Cynthia Erivo's interview with Vanity Fair. JOIN OUR PATREON: https://patreon.com/FreshlyPopd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Cynthia Erivo is over talking about Oz, Millie Bobby Brown fans want her to divorce for this reason, and some great ideas for outdoor toys for your kids this summer.
Cynthia Erivo is taking to interviews to clear the air about her weird Wicked press tour behavior. She wants you to know she's not really a green monster (huh?) and she has it rough being a bald black lady in 2026. Or something. Watch the podcast episodes on YouTube and all major podcast hosts including Spotify. CLOWNFISH TV is an independent, opinionated news and commentary podcast that covers Entertainment and Tech from a consumer's point of view. We talk about Gaming, Comics, Anime, TV, Movies, Animation and more. Hosted by Kneon and Geeky Sparkles. Get more news, views and reviews on Clownfish TV News - https://more.clownfishtv.com/ On YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ClownfishTV On Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4Tu83D1NcCmh7K1zHIedvg On Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/clownfish-tv-audio-edition/id1726838629 MORE CLOWNFISH TV - Official Merch Store: http://ClownfishMinus.com Facebook - https://facebook.com/ClownfishTV X - https://x.com/ClownfishTVcom Clownfish TV subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/ClownfishTVOfficial/ Disclaimer: This series is produced by Clownfish Studios and WebReef Media, and is part of ClownfishTV.com. Opinions expressed by our contributors do not necessarily reflect the views of our guests, affiliates, sponsors, or advertisers. ClownfishTV.com is an unofficial news source and has no connection to any company that we may cover. This channel and website and the content made available through this site are for educational, entertainment and informational purposes only. These so-called “fair uses” are permitted even if the use of the work would otherwise be infringing. #Celebrities #Wicked #Muppets #Podcast #Commentary #News #Reaction #Gaming #Comedy #Entertainment #Hollywood #PopCulture #Tech #Anime #FYP Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Today on The Social, Canada drops below the U.S. on a best countries ranking list. And, are spelling bees still relevant? Then, Cynthia Erivo shut down questions about ‘Wicked’ in the middle of an interview. Is this fair? Plus, a B.C. woman was ordered by the court to reimburse her former fiancé for her engagement ring. Featuring CBS news correspondent Shanelle Kaul, and White House correspondent and author April Ryan.
Savannah Guthrie is getting serious about her missing mother Nancy Guthrie 115 days into her disappearance. Cynthia Erivo is tired of people asking her about Wicked, blasting haters for "bastardizing" her over her friendship with Ariana Grande. Secret Lives of Mormon Wives producer confirms Taylor Frankie Paul and Dakota Mortensen will return to the Hulu series. Right now save up to 20% on mattresses when you go to https://casper.com/. One last time: That's https://casper.com/ and save up to 20% on the mattress you deserve. #sponsored Sign up for your Shopify $1 per-month trial of today at https://www.shopify.com/nofilterBecome a Member of No Filter: ALL ACCESS: https://allaccess.supercast.com/ Shop New Merch now: https://merchlabs.com/collections/zack-peter?srsltid=AfmBOoqqnV3kfsOYPubFFxCQdpCuGjVgssGIXZRXHcLPH9t4GjiKoaio Book a personalized message on Cameo: https://v.cameo.com/e/QxWQhpd1TIb Disclaimer: The views expressed in this video, on this YouTube Channel, and on No Filter with Zack Peter are for entertainment purposes only. All content is protected under Fair Use Rights.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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An emerging trend on Broadway over the last few years has been the substantial arrival of celebrity co-producers - influential figures, entertainment stars and beloved personalities who use their platforms, connections and reputation to help bolster a newly opened show's credibility.This is under particular scrutiny this season, with the likes of Michelle and Barrack Obama, Neil Patrick Harris, Bowen Yang, Matt Rogers, and Cynthia Erivo being joined as producers of new shows by Kim Kardashian.Kardashian has joined the producing team of The Fear of 13 in her capacity as a criminal justice reform advocate, and in doing so has sparked the conversation Mickey-Jo is eager to have today - why are there so many celebrities producing on Broadway, what do they actually have to do, what are the benefits of this to the shows, and does Mickey-Jo foresee any problems as this practice gains popularity?check out Mickey-Jo's brand new substack newsletter:www.mickeyjotheatre.substack.com•00:00 | introduction03:16 | how does it work?13:28 | the mutual benefits22:36 | will there be problems?About Mickey-Jo:As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new medium for a dwindling field. His YouTube channel: MickeyJoTheatre is the largest worldwide in terms of dedicated theatre criticism, where he also share features, news and interviews as well as lifestyle content for over 95,000 subscribers. With a viewership that is largely split between the US and the UK he has been fortunate enough to be able to work with PR, Marketing, and Social Media representatives for shows in New York, London, Edinburgh, Hamburg, Toronto, Sao Pãolo, and Paris. His reviews and features have also been published by WhatsOnStage, for whom he was a panelist to help curate nominees for their 2023 and 2024 Awards as well as BroadwayWorldUK, Musicals Magazine and LondonTheatre.co.uk. Instagram/TikTok/X: @MickeyJoTheatre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome to The DMF — Discovering Meaning in Film and Acting. I'm Justin Younts, and this is part two with casting director Tiffany Little Canfield of Telsey Company.This one gets into the specific casting stories behind some of the biggest films Tiffany has worked on — and she doesn't hold back. We talk about how Cynthia Erivo was cast as Elphaba, how Ariana Grande landed the role of Glinda, Michelle Yeoh as Madame Morrible, Jeff Goldblum as The Wizard, and Bowen Yang. We also get into the casting of A Most Violent Year, Miss Sloane, and Margin Call.Tiffany also shares her thoughts on AI and storytelling — why she doesn't believe technology will ever replicate what a human can convey in a moment, especially in the room. We talk about the art of auditioning, staying in character, and what it looks like to work inside the Telsey office on projects of this scale.In this episode we discuss:The casting of Wicked and the stories behind each roleHow Ariana Grande was cast as GlindaCasting Cynthia Erivo, Michelle Yeoh & Jeff GoldblumCasting A Most Violent Year, Miss Sloane & Margin CallAI and the future of human storytellingThe art of auditioning and staying presentWhat it's like working at Telsey on major productions00:00:00 - Introduction & AI in Storytelling 00:00:37 - The Art of Auditioning 00:01:33 - Staying in Character 00:02:21 - Working with Telsey Office 00:03:37 - Casting 'A Most Violent Year' 00:10:11 - Casting 'Miss Sloan' 00:12:54 - Casting 'Margin Call' 00:15:14 - Casting 'Wicked' 00:15:38 - Casting Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba 00:15:47 - Casting Michelle Yeoh as Madame Morrible 00:19:03 - Casting Ariana Grande as Glinda 00:26:44 - Casting Jeff Goldblum as The Wizard 00:29:11 - Casting Bowen Yang#DMF #TiffanyLittleCanfield #CastingDirector #Wicked #ArianaGrande #MichelleYeoh #CynthiaErivo #JeffGoldblum #TelseyCompany #Acting #Casting #Podcast
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This is the video of last week's podcast — and another one in the Broadway Drumming 101 Classic Episode Series.This episode takes us back to January 2022 with one of the most respected drummers in both Broadway and jazz, Jared Schonig.Since we recorded this conversation, Jared has moved into the drum chair for Just in Time at Circle in the Square Theatre, but this episode still holds up because Jared drops a lot of real information about what it actually takes to survive in this business.We talked about:* How he went from jazz gigs and working at Apple to Broadway* Subbing on shows like Grease, American Idiot, and Next to Normal* Building Moulin Rouge from the ground up* Getting orchestration credit as a drummer* Broadway pit life, injuries, setups, pressure, and preparation* Why relationships and reputation matter more than people thinkJared has played with artists including Nicholas Payton, Chris Potter, John Patitucci, Cynthia Erivo, Kristin Chenoweth, and many others. He's originated seven Broadway drum books and built one of the most versatile careers out there.One thing I always appreciated about Jared is that he's honest about the work. The preparation. The pressure. The physical demands. The stuff people don't always talk about publicly.It's still one of my favorite conversations I've had on Broadway Drumming 101.Upcoming performances for Jared include shows at Sultan Room, Birdland, Zinc Bar, The Gin Mill, and dates with Brass Against.I may go and check out this show! Let me know and we can all connect there:Check out his site for more info! Click HERE https://www.jaredschonig.comClayton Craddock is the drummer for Cats: The Jellicle Ball on Broadway at the Broadhurst Theatre. He is also the founder of Broadway Drumming 101 and the author of Broadway Bound and Beyond: A Musician's Guide to Building a Theater Career.His Broadway credits include Memphis, Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill, Ain't Too Proud, and Cats: The Jellicle Ball, with additional credits spanning tick, tick…BOOM!, The Hippest Trip: The Soul Train Musical, and subbing on Rent, Motown, Evita, Avenue Q, and the Hadestown tour.Clayton has appeared on The View, Good Morning America, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, The Today Show, and the Tony Awards. He has performed with artists ranging from Chuck Berry and Ben E. King to Kristin Chenoweth and Norm Lewis.www.claytoncraddock.com Get full access to Broadway Drumming 101 at broadwaydrumming101.substack.com/subscribe
This year marks the tercentenary of polymath Sir John Vanbrugh, regarded as the rockstar architect of the Baroque era. Art historian Sir Charles Saumerez Smith, co-curator of the Vanbrugh exhibition at the Sir John Soane's Museum, and Rory Fraser who is writing a biography on Vanbrugh, discuss the man happy creating dramas for the British stage and dramatic buildings on the British landscape.Turner Prize-winning artist Lubaina Himid is known for her distinctive brightly coloured paintings of black characters. She reflects on representing Great Britain at this year's Venice Biennale, and her ambition as a painter to capture the awkward moment.Marking tonight's first semi-final of the Eurovision Song Contest, television critic Scott Bryan assesses this year's runners and riders aiming to win the song for Europe.Theatre and opera director Kip Williams on directing the UK premiere of the Pulitzer prize-winning opera Angel's Bone which has its UK premiere in Manchester tonight. Fresh from directing one-woman shows with Cynthia Erivo in Dracula, and Sarah Snook in The Picture of Dorian Gray, he talks about juggling the challenges of a contemporary genre-fusing opera.Presented by Nick Ahad Produced by Ekene Akalawu
This Substack is reader-supported. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.This is another one in the Broadway Drumming 101 Classic Episode Series.This episode takes us back to January 2022 with one of the most respected drummers in both Broadway and jazz, Jared Schonig.Since we recorded this conversation, Jared has moved into the drum chair for Just in Time at Circle in the Square Theatre, but this episode still holds up because Jared drops a lot of real information about what it actually takes to survive in this business.We talked about:• How he went from jazz gigs and working at Apple to Broadway• Subbing on shows like Grease, American Idiot, and Next to Normal• Building Moulin Rouge from the ground up• Getting orchestration credit as a drummer• Broadway pit life, injuries, setups, pressure, and preparation• Why relationships and reputation matter more than people thinkJared has played with artists including Nicholas Payton, Chris Potter, John Patitucci, Cynthia Erivo, Kristin Chenowethand many others. He's originated seven Broadway drum books and built one of the most versatile careers out there.One thing I always appreciated about Jared is that he's honest about the work. The preparation. The pressure. The physical demands. The stuff people don't always talk about publicly.It's still one of my favorite conversations I've had on Broadway Drumming 101.Upcoming performances for Jared include shows at Sultan Room, Birdland, Zinc Bar, The Gin Mill, and dates with Brass Against.Check out his site for more info! Click HEREhttps://www.jaredschonig.comSUBSCRIBE to be notifed when the video of this episode will be released.Clayton Craddock is the drummer for Cats: The Jellicle Ball on Broadway at the Broadhurst Theatre. He is also the founder of Broadway Drumming 101 and the author of Broadway Bound and Beyond: A Musician's Guide to Building a Theater Career.His Broadway credits include Memphis, Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill, Ain't Too Proud, and Cats: The Jellicle Ball, with additional credits spanning tick, tick…BOOM!, The Hippest Trip: The Soul Train Musical, and subbing on Rent, Motown, Evita, Avenue Q, and the Hadestown tour.Clayton has appeared on The View, Good Morning America, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, The Today Show, and the Tony Awards. He has performed with artists ranging from Chuck Berry and Ben E. King to Kristin Chenoweth and Norm Lewis.www.claytoncraddock.com Get full access to Broadway Drumming 101 at broadwaydrumming101.substack.com/subscribe
On this episode, Had starts off with his confession about his experiences with the male loneliness epidemic and his types of friendships. Tren has choice words for the older generations liking of AI, including his own mother! Later, Had gives his review of the newest biopic 'Michael', Tren has choice words for fans that are mad at Cynthia Erivo potentially playing Storm, Tren & Had argue over French Montana Vs. Rick Ross and much more! Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/becausewearepodcast , for access to bonus episodes, new exclusive segments from us and full videos of the podcast. Follow us @BecauseWeArePodcast on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok!
Bethany Weaver, who plays Dorothy in Wicked: For Good, joins The Flame: Entertainment & Sports for an in-depth conversation about her experience working on one of the most anticipated films in the world
It's time for a Spooky Sleepover and the girls have had quite the week!Cheryl has been in cheerleader mode with Claire from STEPS and Cynthia Erivo at the London Marathon 2026 on Rainbow Row.Nikki has found there's a fridge thief in her home who has a taste for contraband sausages.They discuss their thoughts on this weeks case - The Black Dahlia and explore if this crime was of it's time or does it have long lasting implications?Then, it's time for the Rabbit Holes of the week...Nikki is settling down for a nice long sleep on her new mattress which has prompted her to look at just how much beds have evolved over the years and the answer will surprise you. She then explores some of the weirdest beds in history, one which was so famous it made it in to a Shakespeare play and another belonging to the king of rock n roll, shaped as his favourite meal!Cheryl is being haunted by something dark that won't leave her dreams...or should that be nightmares. That demon has only one name Mr Blobby. All that and more coming up on this weeks bonus show.Thanks Deevs!Got a theory? Been lost in a rabbit hole? We want to hear from YOU!Email killerscultsqueens@gmail.com or DM us on Instagram @killerscultsqueens.✨ Support the show on Patreon for bonus content and early AD FREE access: patreon.com/killerscultsqueens
In a packed week of theatre news Sarah and Alex discuss Cynthia Erivo halting a show to stop filming —and Lesley Manville declaring war on photos. Is technology ruining or helping theatre? Plus: troubled waters at The Bridge, Broadway transfers and whether theatre could learn something from ParkRun. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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It's been a crazy three weeks for Des and Kara, and now they are happy to be home and sleeping in their own beds with their Lagoon pillows. In this episode, they recap all that was the London Marathon from their live pod with Cynthia Erivo to Des's run with CB to the blazing-fast elite races. Of course, they keep it real with their takes on the sub 2 and the women's only WR. Some of you (guys in particular) might not like their takes, but that's why we love them. They call it like they see it! Plus, they share their perspectives on the shocking 2:05 race at the Glass City Marathon in Toledo, including the fun implications for the men's marathon trials in 2028. Hello Vinny Mauri... welcome to the scene with a US debut record! Thank you to our sponsors for this episode: Ketone-IQ and Lagoon Sleep. They both help Kara and Des keep going (in very different ways) through these crazy weeks. To take advantage of the special deals for those two sponsors, go to these links: Ketone-IQ: https://ketone.com/pages/nobody-asked-us Lagoon Sleep: https://lagoonsleep.com/pages/lagoon-the-nobody-asked-us-podcast-from-kara-goucher-and-des-linden
What we discussed:Erika coaching Cynthia Erivo through the London Marathon and meeting her in person for the first time The anxiety of coaching on race day and tracking apps failing mid-race Cynthia's marathon execution, training swings, and performance relative to her PB Sub-2 marathon breakthrough and reactions to Sawa and Kiplimo's performances Debate around super shoes, accessibility, and what actually makes runners faster Boston Marathon conditions, surge in fast times, and depth of competitive fields Emerging U.S. men's marathon depth and recent breakout performances Penn Relays rivalry, NCAA 1500m record, and trash talk between athletes Eugene Marathon “pancake 5K” and the culture of fun race experiences Debate on helping runners at the finish line vs. racing your own race (and DQ implications)
From Boston to London Des and Kara are live again, this time with very special guests! In this intimate conversation, Cynthia Erivo shares her journey into distance running, how she balances marathon training with a demanding creative career, and what's fueling her preparation as she heads into London 2026. She'll be joined on stage by Brooks pro marathoner Erika Kemp, her marathon coach, offering additional perspective on the training process, mindset, and work behind the scenes as race day approaches. If you aren't familiar with Cynthia's work, she is one of a select group of people to be nominated for an Emmy, Tony, Grammy, and Oscar, so far winning all but the Oscar. She made her West End debut in the stage musical The Umbrellas of Cherbourg (2011) and her Broadway debut as Celie in the musical revival of The Color Purple (2015–2017). She expanded to films in 2018 with the crime thrillers Widows and Bad Times at the El Royale and then later Harriet (2019), Wicked (2024), and Wicked: For Good (2025). Hosted live at the Brooks Hyperion House in the lead up to London Marathon weekend, this one-time event brings together honest storytelling, elite insight, and the global marathon community—live and unfiltered. Enjoy as you prep for the excitement of the London Marathon coming on Sunday!
A relatively quiet weekend in track, though there's still plenty to dig into with Chris Chavez, Kyle Merber, and Preet Majithia.In this week's episode:- Preet's pandemic-era haircut savings- McKirdy MicrOTQ recap: Kyle paced Thomas Knobbs to a 2:09.24 — the fourth-fastest Canadian of all time — then helped the women's qualifying group- The race start had a fascinating start: single-file starts, chip timing- 14 men and 11 women earn Olympic Trials qualifying standards- Sound Running 10K- The 2027 Beijing 10K standard: Why World Athletics still hasn't announced it?- Maurie Plant Meet: Lachlan Kennedy beats Gout Gout again- Claudia Hollingsworth beats world indoor champ Georgia Hunter Bell in the women's 1500 — Is this the year she announces herself?- Cameron Myers runs 3:30 and wins by a lot — why wasn't he at World Indoors?- Embrace debate: of Hollingsworth, Gout Gout, and Myers: Who has the best shot at Olympic gold in Brisbane?- The Pure Athletics vs. Star Athletics tension is real and it's good for the sport- Josh Kerr and Project 222: 3:42 mile world record attempt at the London Diamond League on July 18th- What happens if Cole Hocker breaks the record two weeks earlier at Pre-Classic?- Albert Korir gets a five-year doping ban, Patrick Dever moves to the podium- Conner Mantz scratches from the Boston Marathon- Why Kyle is most impressed by Clayton Young's altitude long run- Cynthia Erivo will run the London Marathon after performing two shows of a one-woman Dracula the day before- Harry Styles marathon watch- Marileidy Paulino runs 2:04 in the 800, Dalilah Muhammad is very much not retired- What's coming on the podcast feed____________Hosts: Chris Chavez | @chris_j_chavez + Preet Majithia | @preet_athletics + Kyle Merber | @kylemerberProduced by: Jasmine Fehr | @jasminefehr____________SUPPORT OUR SPONSORSWAHOO: With the Wahoo KICKR RUN, you can simulate the exact Boston or London Marathon course right in your own home. You can also use the run free mode, which uses sensors to automatically match the belt speed to your stride. No buttons, no interruptions, no breaking your flow. When you use code CITIUS at checkout, you'll also get a free KICKR Headwind Smart Fan. Check it out today at wahoofitness.com.OLIPOP: Olipop's Tropical Punch tastes like a vacation in a can. It has the perfect balance of pineapple, passionfruit, mandarin, and apple. You get that nostalgic fruit punch flavor, but way more crisp and way more refreshing. Every can contains their Olismart blend, which includes ingredients designed to support digestive health and help feed your gut microbiome. If you haven't had tried Olipop yet, grab a can and see what the hype is all about! Head to DrinkOlipop.com and use code CITIUS25 at checkout to get 25% off your orders.XENDURANCE: When you finish a hard workout, the work isn't actually done. That's when recovery starts. Xendurance Protein is designed specifically to help your body recover, rebuild, and get stronger after training. It combines four different types of protein, so your body gets both fast absorbing protein for immediate recovery and slower release protein to support muscle repair over time. Check it out at Xendurance.com and use code CITIUS for 25% off your first order.
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We speak to Joe Bloom, the man behind the social media account 'A View From A Bridge' which shares people's meaningful conversations to millions online. The idea is simple: an old-school phone is placed on a bridge and strangers are invited to pick it up and share their stories. Famous faces such as Max Richter, Cynthia Erivo, Paul Smith and many more have all bared their souls. Plus, the 13-year-old boy who saved his family after they were swept out to sea off the coast of Australia - Austin Appelbee has been described as a 'hero' by emergency services. We meet Leo Gottesman, the 82-year-old goalkeeper. We also hear from the first female mayor of Addis Ababa who has pledged to make it the best city in Africa to be a mother and raise a child -- and, as the Winter Olympics get underway in Milan, we look at the hotel in Scotland producing the world's best curlers. Our weekly collection of inspiring, uplifting and happy news from around the world.Presenter: Celia Hatton. Music composed by Iona Hampson.(Image: Cynthia Erivo contributing to A View from a Bridge. Credit Joe Bloom/@aview.fromabridge)
MUSICMaynard James Keenan, the lead vocalist of Tool, A Perfect Circle, and Puscifer, expressed on Steve-O's podcast that he now considers the song "4°" from Tool's 1993 album "Undertow" to be "stupid" due to its lyrics. https://loudwire.com/maynard-james-keenan-tool-song-stupid/ The Eagles' album "Their Greatest Hits 1971-1975" has become the first to achieve quadruple diamond certification from the RIAA, indicating over 40 million units sold. https://www.the-independent.com/arts-entertainment/music/news/the-eagles-greatest-hits-album-b2905358.html Metallica have teamed up with Dr. Martens for a new line of shoes. The 1460 boot uses artwork from the band's 1988 Damaged Justice tour and the 1461 shoe features artwork from the 1986 Damage Inc. tour. Both go on sale January 29th. TVFormer Real Housewife Bethenny Frankel has stage 2 kidney disease. According to Page Six, https://pagesix.com/2026/01/22/celebrity-news/bethenny-frankel-announces-stage-2-kidney-disease-diagnosis/ Gwyneth Paltrow recently shared her strategies for managing anxiety during an Instagram AMA (Ask Me Anything). https://people.com/gwyneth-paltrow-gives-her-advice-for-managing-anxiety-shouting-at-the-bushes-it-helps-11890157 AND FINALLYNominations for the 98th Academy Awards are out!Actors Danielle Brooks and Lewis Pullman revealed the nominees. Sinners received 16 nominations; a record-breaking nomination count for the most in Academy Awards history. The supernatural thriller received nominations for best picture; director (Ryan Coogler); actor (Michael B. Jordan); supporting actress (Wunmi Mosaku); actor in a supporting role (Delroy Lindo); and original screenplay. Timothée Chalamet is 30 years and 26 days old, Chalamet just became the youngest male actor to receive three Oscar nominations since Marlon Brando, who achieved this feat at age 29 in 1954. Steven Spielberg has broken his own record for the most Oscar nominations as a producer, bringing his total to 14 with the nomination for Best Picture for the film "Hamnet." One Battle After Another received 13 nods, including Best Picture.The Snubs:The Cold Shoulder: The Biggest Snubs of the 2026 Oscar NominationsThe Wicked Witch of the West... Gone?The biggest shocker of the morning has to be the complete erasure of Wicked: For Good. Just last year, the first installment picked up 10 nominations. This year? Zero. Zilch.Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, who were both nominated for the first film, were completely shut out of the acting categories. Even the music branch turned its back on the franchise, ignoring the two new songs written specifically for the film. It seems the magic ran out for the sequel.Paul Mescal's Shakespearean TragedyIf you were betting on Paul Mescal picking up a nomination for playing William Shakespeare in Hamnet, you lost money today. While the film itself did well—and his co-star Jessie Buckley secured a nomination—Mescal was noticeably absent from the list. It's a tough break for an actor who has been a darling of the awards circuit lately.The Strange Case of Chase InfinitiHere is a genuine head-scratcher: One Battle After Another is a massive favorite, racking up 13 nominations. Yet, its breakout lead actress, Chase Infiniti, didn't make the cut. Some insiders think her limited screen time (she's in the movie for about 30 minutes) might have hurt her chances, but considering she's the heart of the film, her absence in the Best Actress category is glaring.Guillermo del Toro Gets the "Argo" TreatmentThe Academy clearly loved Netflix's Frankenstein—it scored nine nominations, including Best Picture. But they apparently didn't love Guillermo del Toro quite enough to give him a Best Director nod. The Directors branch is notoriously finicky, and this year, they left the beloved filmmaker off the list.Blockbuster FatigueAvatar: Fire and Ash failed to secure a Best Picture nomination, a category the previous two films sailed into easily. It seems voters might finally be feeling some Pandora fatigue.Star Power Didn't Save ThemBeing an A-lister didn't help anyone this morning.George Clooney & Adam Sandler: Their film Jay Kelly was completely shut out. Usually, a Noah Baumbach movie is catnip for voters, but this one came up empty.Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson: Despite a serious campaign for his dramatic turn in The Smashing Machine, he couldn't crack the lineup.Jennifer Lawrence: She gave a ferocious performance in Die My Love, but the film was likely too gritty and indie for the broader voting body.The show, hosted by Conan O'Brien, airs live on ABC on March 15th. Here are the nominees:Best PictureBugoniaF1FrankensteinHamnetMarty SupremeOne Battle After AnotherThe Secret AgentSentimental ValueSinnersTrain DreamsBest DirectorChloé Zhao - HamnetJosh Safdie - Marty SupremePaul Thomas Anderson - One Battle After AnotherJoachim Trier - Sentimental ValueRyan Coogler - SinnersBest ActorTimothée Chalamet - Marty SupremeLeonardo DiCaprio - One Battle After AnotherEthan Hawke - Blue MoonMichael B. Jordan - SinnersWagner Moura - The Secret AgentBest ActressJessie Buckley - HamnetRose Byrne - If I Had Legs I'd Kick YouKate Hudson - Song Sung BlueRenate Reinsve - Sentimental ValueEmma Stone - BugoniaBest Supporting ActorBenicio del Toro - One Battle After AnotherJacob Elordi - FrankensteinDelroy Lindo - SinnersSean Penn - One Battle After AnotherStellan Skarsgård - Sentimental ValueBest Supporting ActressElle Fanning - Sentimental ValueInga Ibsdotter Lilleaas - Sentimental ValueAmy Madigan - WeaponsWunmi Mosaku - SinnersTeyana Taylor - One Battle After AnotherAND THAT IS YOUR CRAP ON CELEBRITIES!