Finale – West Side Story (with Joe Slabe)
Joe Slabereturns to the podcast to discuss the ending to West Side Story and the wider cultural impact it has had. Do you know what beat West Side Story for the Best Musical Tony [...]
18. Ben Birney (author of The Bright Path)
Ben Birneyhas worn a lot of different hats in his life. He's been a lawyer, a Broadway composer, and now an author. He discusses how he got to be where he is today and [...]
A Boy Like That / I Have a Love – West Side Story (with Layan Elwazani)
Layan Elwazaniis currently a standby for The Band's Visit, which is playing right now at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre in New York City. Layan has an extensive knowledge about Stephen Sondheim and has even [...]
17. J Dirom
J Dirom comes from an artistic family. At an early age he "stole" his father's camera and has been pursuing different ways to express himself ever since. That includes being a tattoo artist, directing [...]
Gee, Officer Krupke! – West Side Story (with Ben Zuk)
Ben Zuk returns to the podcast to discuss a song that was supposed to end in a four letter word. Instead it has one of the best punchlines in musical theatre. Gee, Officer Krupke [...]
16. Matt Mort
Matt Mort grew up during the Golden Age of YouTube. Now he crafts stories of his life to share online. But on the way there his life has had some highs and lows. Plus, [...]
Somewhere – West Side Story (with Adam Kostanuick)
Somewhereis another romantic song from West Side Story, but according to Adam Kostanuickit's the most mature. It's certainly a song that has inspired many people. It's been covered by many pop stars. It's message [...]
15. Michael Manus
Michael Manus thought he was going to be a YouTube star. Then he discovered a love of filmmaking and became really good at it. He's gone from small-town Alberta to working with large brands [...]