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Hello! It's been a while! We have news We have a NEW CO-HOST LJ Bullen. LJ Bullen is a Chicago-based actor, singer-songwriter, brewer of beer, and friendly neighborhood non-binary fairy. We were so excited that back in May, we recorded a conversation about them and talked about LJ growing up in California, the variety of talents they have and what kind of guests they are interested talking too...

Matthew chats with Youtuber and filmmaker Eric Striffler! Creator of the Youtube channel Pretty Much It, Eric talks about living in a van, dropping out of college, and the beauty of changing your life multiple times.

We're back!! In a first of a few specials, Matthew chats with devisor Michael Brown. Michael talks about his work in theatre, politics, and the human mind. This was an interview a long time in the making and was worth the wait!!!

In the season finale, Matthew chats with actor and teacher Brian Shaw about the great outdoors, shyness, and the current state of teaching theater during this pandemic. Later, Griffen joins Matthew to reflect on the third season.

Matthew talks with film critic and podcast host Alonso Duralde. They have a discussion regarding film criticism, the future of movies after a pandemic and Alonsos multiple reporting jobs.

Matthew talks with Taylor Sokol and Chris Duir from The Potential Podcast. Hear them talk about relationships, the origins of podcast, and the power of conversations. It sounds professional but they were pretty much laughing the entire time.

Matthew talks with casting directing and actor Karissa Murrell Myers. They talk about the audition room, her work as a playwright and the world of casting.

It all starts with the Sound of Music. That wasn't Matthew trying to be poetic; that's really how his guest actor Amanda Flahive got started. It gets even better with college, children, and small town wonders.

Matthew talks with actor and teacher Barbara Robertson. They talk about soup, ketchup, and Matthews emotional experience in her class. He gets emotional during this episode. He has a heart.

Matthew chats with actor and educator Travis Monroe Neese. They talk about theatre companies, Degrassi, and the relationship they have with each other (they are always in the same room together)

It's a new year! To celebrate, Matthew chats with actor Meg Elliott. They talk about theatre coming back, the mystery of the leg lamp, and how Meg got started as an artist. Later on, Griffan joins Matthew for a discussion on the current world we are living in. Fun Fact: some things have happened.

It's the end of a difficult year. Matthew couldn't do a holiday special alone, so he asks former co-host Connar Brown to help out and talk about the holidays. Griffan later joins the two as they reveal some behind the scenes stories about recording during a pandemic. Spoiler Alert: Zoom is very difficult.

Matthew talks with director Jonathan Berry. They talk about Jonathans first time teaching at The School at Steppenwolf, his upbringings in Detroit, and Matthews one time encounter with him.

Matthew talks with fellow actor Daniel Westheimer. The two talk about Daniels recent journey in getting a masters in mental health, improv, and the goonies. 

Matthew talks with fellow tall person and Chicago actor Gabe Fries. They talk about Gabe's history with teaching in Italy, movies, and the songs you might hear if Gabe sang at your wedding.

Matthew talks with his former english teacher and current singer/songwriter Carl Hauck. The two of them talk about drug testing, the film club Carl ran, and how Carl started as a musician. Note: All music belongs to Carl Hauck and Sunjacket.

The election happened. We have thoughts. We hope you enjoy.

Matthew talks with artist Taylor Danae. They talk about Mary Poppins, math (so much math) and the theater world in general.

Matthew talks with artist Maui Jones. Hear Maui's incredible involving growing up with his mother, some of his superpowers, and an emotional letter to his child.

Matthew interviews Broadway star Bart Shatto. The two of them talk about college, COVID, and crises; The Big Cs. It gets emotional. That is all. Oh, and it is also a great episode.

Matthew talks with retired professor Jeff Ginsberg. Jeff taught for over thirty years at Columbia College Chicago as well as being artistic director for different theater companies as well. Hear his story as well as his very soothing radio voice. Matthew enjoyed it very much.

Matthew chats with the Production Manager of the Piven Theatre; Claire Taylor. Other than being the Production Manager, Claire has also been a stage manager for multiple shows and chats about the impact of Shakespeare for younger kids. Matthew also tells the story of a rehearsal he was absent from. Spoiler Alert: it's a typical Matthew story.

Matthew talks with Kevin Pollack (the Chicago Kevin Pollack). The two of them discuss Kevins portrayal of real life icons Joe Cocker and Roger Ebert, the countless jobs that Kevin has entered and exited from, and how Kevin has been staying busy during this pandemic. 

In Our Season 3 Premiere, Matthew Interviews Ariel Triunfo. The Two Discuss Ariels INCREDIBLE Story Involving Dancing, Inspiring Young Children And Doctor Who. Boy, Do We Cover Doctor Who.

In the 2nd season finale that is full with honesty and alcohol, Matthew, Connar, and Griffan talk about the past season and relieve the best moments. They also talk about the future of the show with some major announcements.