The HangOut with Syd Wong

Noah Kahan "We'll All Be Here Forever Tour" Concert Recap | The HangOut 🎙️ Tune in for new episodes on Wednesday’s @ 1:30pm PST 🎧 Follow & listen wherever and whenever! American singer-songwriter Noah Kahan started his new leg on the We'll All Be Here Forever tour in Vancouver BC. Today we're chatting and recapping his sold out Vancouver show! I will also reminisce how I...

VALLEY "Lost in Translation Tour" Concert Recap | The HangOut 🎙️ Tune in for new episodes on Wednesday’s 🎧 Follow & listen wherever and whenever! Toronto band Valley concluded their Lost in Translation Tour this past May. Today we're chatting and recapping their Vancouver show - which was absolutely insane! For the venue size, the production value, the bands' dedication to p...

Welcome back to the HangOut. Today we are talking all things Taylor Swift "The Eras Tour." We're starting a new series featuring the impact of concerts - so let's recap various shows I've got planned and some already I've gotten to go to. 👕 THE HANGOUT MERCH STORE: https://teespring.com/stores/thehangoutca FOLLOW THE HANGOUT: The HangOut Instagram - https://www.instagram...

Vance Joy chats about his third album “In Our Own Sweet Time” dropping June 10. We dive into his process and creation behind this album and how each song was written… in its own time. He shares the way music has impacted his life and what his ideal hangout day looks like! For media inquiries contact: thehangoutseries@gmail.com

Brianne Beronilla was my first ever stan Twitter friend that I met back in 2014/15 and we’ve been friends ever since. We’ve gone through so many things together all because of the power of music and social media. After finding a common love for Canadian singer songwriter Shawn Mendes, we’ve attended concerts around the continent together and made some crazy memories together. We talk about those s...

Kevin Quinn chats about his debut EP and latest single “It’s About Time.”  Rediscovering his faith throughout his artist journey and seeing things to happen at unexplained moments - like his process while auditioning and filming “A Week Away” on Netflix. Kevin shares his artist journey as well as plays some rapid fire at the end of the episode. For business inquiries: thehangoutseries@gmail.c...

Sophia Scott hangs out to chat about her latest single “Sweetheart,” talk about how songwriting has been a therapeutic escape for her, to paving her own way as a country artist today. Talking about her other songs like “She Ain’t Me” and “Girls Need Girls,” she shares how music has truly impacted her life. For business inquiries: thehangoutseries@gmail.com

Welcome to Season 2 of The HangOut! We’re changing it up this season, inviting fans, friends and artists alike. In this episode we're hanging with my best friend, Nick Toren, who we, initially bonded over our love for the lyrical genius that is Taylor Swift. Throughout this episode we talk about the misconceptions about being a fan, how music has impacted his life to his crazy fan story with Rise...

In Episode 38 we chat with UK singer songwriter Sapphire. From posting  YouTube covers to creating her own music, this young artist is passionate about telling her vulnerable stories and impacting people  with possible soundtracks for their life. With her latest single "Repeat" she shares how she writes and translates her busy mind into lyrics and song.     Enjoy &amp...

In Episode 37 we chat with Toronto’s Indie Pop band VALLEY! After double booking a studio session, these friends (Rob, Karah, Mickey and Alex) instantly clicked with a common love for music. Recently releasing their latest EP “Last Birthday,” they’re impacting the music industry with relatable, infectious and fresh new songs. We talked about the creation behind some of their tracks to their ideal...

In Episode 36 we hang out with TV’s favorite Jesse L. Martin, who has  accomplished some pivotal moments in the entertainment industry from  opening a Broadway show known as RENT to being on two successful TV  shows, Law and Order and The Flash. He’s still humble and kind hearted  throughout all of his success. We dive into his journey through this  industry. Enjoy and han...

This week on the HangOut we did a cross over episode with Anthony Smith and his podcast, Sunset Drive Podcast. We talked about Andrew's experience and journey to Broadway, his HSMTMTS character story to his latest single  "Every Pretty Girl."  FULL EPISODE: https://youtu.be/dJpBU87iKlU   HOSTED BY: Syd Wong & Anthony Smith Enjoy and hangout! For business inquiries contact: theha...

In Episode 34 we hang out with the talented and kindhearted Roman Banks who’s most known for playing the 1st Evan Hansen of color on Broadway to joining the cast of Disney+ High School Musical the Musical the Series. We dive into all things music from how he went viral on TikTok to landing his role on Broadway and HSMTMTS. Season 2 spoilers were also discussed so proceed with caution… Enjoy &...

In Episode 33 we continue our special series featuring friends from Disney+ High School Musical the Musical the Series. Olivia Rose Keegan plays the mischievous and maniacal East High rival known as Lily. We chatted about her acting journey from Days of Our Lives to HSMTMTS. Enjoy & hangout! For business inquiries contact: thehangoutseries@gmail.com

In Episode 32 we welcome back the lovable Julia Lester who plays Ashlyn on Disney+ High School Musical the Musical the Series. We finally got the chance to dive into Season 2 and all the new story lines, plots, original music scenes and more. We also talked about her songwriting process and musical influences. Enjoy & hangout! For business inquiries contact: thehangoutseries@gmail.com

n Episode 31 we chat with the talented Larry Saperstein who’s most  popular known for his role as Big Red on Disney+ High School Musical the  Musical the Series. We touch upon various topics from the Season 2 of HSMTMTS, character development, on set stories to his theatre background  including dance and lighting.    Enjoy and hangout!   For business inquiries contact...

In Episode 30 we chat with Frankie Rodriguez from Disney+ High School Musical the Musical the Series. Frankie, who plays the passionate, fiery, choreographer Carlos, joins The HangOut Podcast to chat about Season 2. We also talk about his journey through the performing arts, how music has impacted him to why he has cardboard cutouts of some East High Wildcats? Enjoy & hangout! 👕 THE HANGOUT M...

In Episode 29 we chat with Dara Renee from Disney+ High School Musical  the Musical the Series. She's such a talented and kind soul. The Born To  Be Brave queen, we had such a great time chatting about her latest  projects and future goals.    Enjoy and hangout!    👕 THE HANGOUT MERCH STORE: https://teespring.com/stores/thehangoutca   For business inqu...

In Episode 28 we chat with Matt Cornett from Disney+ High School Musical the Musical the Series. From playing EJ Caswell to originally auditioning for Ricky Bowen, we dove into Season 2, his bromance with Joshua Bassett, creating his own music to our fun scenario game. Enjoy and hangout! Special thanks to Disney+ for coordinating and helping make this episode possible!  Produce and hosted by...

In Episode 27 we launch our special series featuring friends from Disney+ High School Musical the Musical the Series. Joe Serafini who plays the wholesome, farm loving Seb, joins The HangOut Podcast to chat about Season 2. We also talk about making Disney history being the first openly gay couple on the network, his artist journey from on stage to on camera, Seb & Carlos' relationship to on se...

In Episode 26 we chat with Tori Caro a dancer and choreographer who's worked on Netflix projects like Julie and the Phantoms, Kissing Booth 2 to Let It Snow. Sharing her Asian upbringings and background, we talked about being a POC female in the film industry, dealing with imposter syndrome and making your own future.    Enjoy and hangout! For business inquiries contact: thehangoutseries...

In Episode 025 we chat with Australian singer songwriter Dean Lewis who recently dropped his single "Falling Up." From making a global impact with his single "Be Alright", we talked about how his success inspired the oxymoron of succeeding and falling at the same time. His writing process comes naturally and of course we discussed how this art has impacted his life over the years. We invited a spe...

In Episode 024 we chatted with Gretta Ray who's an up and coming  singer-songwriter who recently released her bright anthemic single  "Bigger Than Me." From her artist journey, to working hard on her  upcoming projects, we also talked about how she's inspired by Taylor  Swift's vulnerable and authentic songwriting.  Enjoy and hangout! For business inquiries contact: thehan...

In Episode 023 we chat with Canadian Musical Director and Professional Guitarist, Zubin Thakkar. He's played alongside artists like Shawn Mendes, Camila Cabello, BoysIIMen to Tyler Shaw and more! Talking about his surreal career and his musical journey, this episode was so inspiring, motivating and empowering. Zubin's passion for his work is so evident! Music is something that has impacted his lif...

In Episode 022 we have the talented Eddy Ruyter, a Canadian pianist, guitar player and composer who's played alongside artists like Shawn Mendes, Camila Cabello, Khalid, John Mayer, Ed Sheeran, James Bay and more! We talk about his musical journey and the way music has impacted his life over the years. His relatability and authentic connection to the art makes this episode such a special one. Enjo...