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Matt chats with actor that can be currently be seen in Writer's Theatre current production of Job; Rae Gray. They talk about silent train rides, devices, baseball, and the process. Job is currently running at Writers Theatre till June 14th. (Episode recorded April 23rd)

Matt chats with friend and technical director of the Athenauem Center For Thought and Culture; Mike Goebel. The two talk about favorite events at the Athenaeum, reading, friends, and being a class clown.

Hello! Matt is back with a limited run of episodes! First up, Steppenwolf Theatre co-founder and actor Jeff Perry! Jeff can be currently be seen in Steppenwolf Theatre's production of The Dance of Death! They talk about the production, growing up in Highland Park, and his parents as teachers. The Dance of Death runs till March 22nd. * Episode recorded February 25th.

Matt talks with musician and teacher; Roger Reupert. They talk about working at the Athenaeum, the trumpet, Wicked, and the importance of education.

Matt chats with actor and playwright; Deana Velandra. They talk about sketch comedy, funny corn, and Deana's work on her play; We Should Kill Him

Matthew talks with Artistic Director of The Conspirators; W.M Bullion. They talk Vaudeville, UCLA, and embracing the weird. W.M also talks about his Viva La Mort playing until June 9th!

Matthew talks with actor Ayanna Bria Bakari. Currently in Purpose at Steppenwolf Theatre, Ayanna talks about being directed by Phyliciaphotot Rashad, growing up in Washington D.C, and her time at Depaul.

Matthew talks with actor Mikha'el Amin. They talk about Mikha'el's production of Topdog/Underdog with Invictus Theatre Company, working with other actors, the journey in acting.

Matthew talks with comedian and actor Ron Popp. They talk about storytelling, movies, and writing jokes.

Matt talks with director and new-play developer; Laura Alcalá Baker . They talk about Laura's directorial work on the Steppenwolf production; A Home What Howls (Or The House What Was Ravine). They also talk about Chicago, rehearsal rooms, and theatre for young adults.

Matthew talks with Artistic Director of Porchlight Music Theatre; Michael Weber. They talk about Candlight Theatre, picking shows, and Porchlight's current production of Anything Goes.

Matt talks with actor and Steppenwolf and Steep Theatre Ensemble Member Caroline Neff. Currently being seen in Another Marriage , Caroline talks about her time at Columbia, workshops, and moving around as a child.

Matthew talks with two tine Tony Nominee Gavin Lee. They talk about Mary Poppins, the rules of playing Squidward Q. Tentacles, and Gavin's upcoming production of The 39 Steps

Matthew talks with director and teaching artist Dana Anderson. They talk about Dana directing Aston Reps final production The Language Archive, Dana career in teaching, and why Aston Rep is ending.

Matthew talks with the artistic director and the founder of The Artistic Home Kathy Scambiatterra. They talk about the origins of the Artistic Home, ISU, and the current ensemble members.

Matthews talks with actor and improviser Tyler DeLoatch. They talk all things improv, tennis-ball, and The Friends Experience.

Matthew talks with actor Erica Stephan. At the time, Erica was finishing up her run in the acclaimed production of Cabaret and talks about her time during the production as well as growing up and being a teacher and starting her own camp.

Matt interviews comedian St. James Jackson at The Second City. They talk about St. James growing up in Georgia, his show Chill A.F, and the first time he's done comedy.

Matt interviews actor Jonah D. Winston. They talk about being actors who are tall, siblings, and Jonah's time in Australia.

Matthew talks with actor and fellow friend Rose Leisner (In Person!). They meet for coffee and talk of how they met, Rose's time in Los Angles, and other wonderful stories.

Matthew talks with playwright Cal Walker. They talk about rehearsal spaces, writing, and therapy. EVERYONE SHOULD BE IN THERAPY.

Matt interviews the Artistic Director of the Second City's training center; John Hildreth. They talk about teaching at Columbia, movement work, and John's playwriting.

Matt interviews Chicago Tribune's Chief Theatre Critic; Chris Jones. They discuss the importance of critics, Chris's views on it and how theatre are coming back in the middle of a pandemic.

Matt talks with actor and voiceover Brenda Scott Wlazlo. They talk about Florida, accessibility, and Brenda's coaching in voiceover. They were also married for two holiday seasons.

Matthew talks with theatre maker Madeline Sayet. They talk about touring, Madeline's show Where We Belong, and the Mohegan Tribe.