Life's But A Song

Professor Matt Koplik takes over this episode to discuss his research into Carousel, specifically his time looking into the 1994 Broadway revival (which is what Jon watched because Matt told him to). Matt helps guide Jon through the history of Carousel, what is missing in the slime tutorial that they watched, and get into all things Billy Bigelow. Matt's Instagram: @mattkoplik Podcast Socials - Em...

Jon is joined by two soon-to-be-besties of the pod John and Mark form the Two Old Queens podcast to discuss all things LIZA! (...with some tangents...) But were they entertained by a 1970s Liza Minnelli concert? Yes. Two Old Queens Socials - Instagram: @twooldqueens Patreon: www.patreon.com/twooldqueens Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod T...

Jayson introduces Jon to another one of his childhood movies because this is cheaper than therapy. The two try to remember history, discuss the title of the movie, and Jon makes a lot of references that he needs to explain. The two had another decent this episode. Jayson’s Instagram: @jaysonlkerr Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok:...

Jon is joined by one-third of Three Films and a Podcast, Ben, who is making is debut as a guest on this podcast. He and Jon talk all things Christopher Guest, their love of this movie (even though Jon has some not-so-shocking news) and get into the music industry a bit. Also, Jon surprises Ben with a future guest spot. Three Films and a Podcast Link: https://linktr.ee/threefilmspod 24 Minutes of A...

Jon badgered a new guest to come on the pod and made a new friend - Colden! The two discuss how bizarre this movie is and how it is nothing like the show The Boyfriend (note that the titles are different). The word of the episode is "pastiche." Colden's Website: www.coldenlamb.com Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twi...

It's time for a history lesson, folks. Brits Martin and Boaz come back on the pod to talk about American history, and how most British people don't know that the events of Hamilton are real...ish. Also, Ariana DeBose is heavily featured in this because they knew she'd win an Oscar some day. Film vs Film Podcast Instagram: @filmvsfilmpodcast Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook:...

Jon, Lindsey and Sepideh are kinda horny for Marilyn Monroe and Jane Russell this episode, and diamonds are a girl's best friend. Two Salty Broads Podcast Socials: @twosaltybroads Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Hamilton!

It's a totally '80s episode everyone! Jon and Christa follow Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore around to talk about how perfect their chemistry is, Christa tangents on the makeup of the movie while Jon informs her (and you) of the stage version. They also love the characters and discuss the comedy and if it aged well. Christa's Instagram: @christakw_ Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Fa...

Time to finish the not really trilogy! Jon made a boo-boo by assuming he and Battles would enjoy this movie only to find out that it's not the greatest. The two try to figure out what exactly they watched, but there are songs this time and they are amazing! Battles’s Instagram: @embattz Battles's TikTok: @bodybybattles Our Bar Instagram: @ourbarnyc Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Fa...

Jon is so glad that there wasn't a lot of screaming this episode, because he had to admit to Sierra that he didn't like a Gene Kelly movie. His reasoning is sound and the person writing this is definitely not Jon nor is biased towards his opinions...although Jon's right. Things might change whenever he sees it again, but it probably won't. Sierra’s Instagram: @sierrarein Marquee Five: @marqueefive...

Happy Halloween! Shady comes back with this great movie to add to your Halloween watch list, but like at the beginning of the night before the party really starts. Jon and Shady try to figure out what they watched by giving their own backstories as well as plan on turning this movie into a full blown musical. Should they do it? Shady's Twitter: @cookieoshady Movie Deja Vu's Socials - Instagram: @m...

Well, it was bound to happen: both Jon and Matt are broken by today's topic. The duo try to figure out the plot of the movie, while also guessing on what the rules are to be a witch, and at the same time playing detectives as to who thought those clothes on supermodel Robin Lively would make her look like the "nerd"? Confused? So were Jon and Matt. Note from the Editor (AKA - Jon): about seven min...

Jon dragged former guests and fellow Gleeks Lauren and Emilee to talk about a movie that is spawned from Mattel dolls. Emilee's brother, James, makes a guest spot with his expertise in the Monster High franchise, Lauren and Emilee throw hate on the costumes, while Jon is raging to "Three of Us" while loving Ceci Balagot's performance. Gleek Please Podcast Socials: https://beacons.ai/gleekpleasepod...

Jon an Jayson have a decent conversation this episode while going off on so many tangents. Jayson’s Instagram: @jaysonlkerr Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Monster High: The Movie!

We're going back to the land of cult musicals, and who better than James to come on and talk about The Phantom of the Paradise! In the episode, he talks about how this movie is super popular in Canada, dissects what makes a cult musical by tearing down Rocky Horror, and he and Jon discuss the dangers of the music industry. Don't make a deal with Swan, everyone! Cult Musicals' Instagram: @cultmusic...

After Diana Jon has been exploring into covering taped live performances (the ones that were taped with permission) and what better way than to do a Starkid show! And with new friends Mary and Steven from From the Top! podcast, they delve into the wizardingly awesome world of Starkid's first musical A Very Potter Musical. From the Top! link: https://linktr.ee/fromthetoppodcast Wandering Unicorn Pr...

Well, well, well: Jon and Battles head back to Middle Earth to be slightly disappointed; at least Battles is, Jon was straight up bored. In this non-musical movie adaptation, Jon and Battles discuss rotoscope, the bananas editing and storytelling, and how there is barely a song in this movie. Battles’s Instagram: @embattz Our Bar Instagram: @ourbarnyc Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com...

Oh boy, buckle up kiddos - this one gets weird. Jon is joined by instant bestie of the pod Doug to talk about a movie that people want to bury: Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, which was created so we know what not to do when it comes to a jukebox musical. But Jon loves it because his taste in movies is questionable. But seriously, this movie is bonkers. Pop Rocks and Soda Podcast Link: http...

New friends of the pod Teri and Julia take Jon to London to follow Mae West not have sex with people, but lead them on in today's movie Sextette. They all lust after the male gymnasts, talk about how much of a boss Mae West is, and somehow they talk about Gene Kelly (because the three are friends with Sierra Rein). Horror Movie Survival Guide Podcast: https://linktr.ee/HorrorMovieSurvivalGuide Ter...

Ashley breaks free from Riverdale in this episode to talk about Jonathan Larson and how much she wants to go swimming to clear her mind. Jon, meanwhile, talks about his emotions and his Rent days. And the two cannot stop talking about how much they love this movie! Ashley’s Instagram and TikTok: @shleebalee Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongp...

"Gear up, everyone - we're fighting dragons through song!" And that is what was written in the description the last time Matt was on the pod. Unfortunately, no dragons this time, but Matt showed up with the receipts that Jon just glanced at and has A LOT of great things to say about this movie that he made Jon want to see the stage version. (UPDATE: Jon still hasn't seen the stage version.) Matt's...

Jon loses his mind once again whilst talking about one of Jayson's childhood movies, but this time it's for real. The two go off on so many tangents that one has to wonder: did they really talk about the movie? Also, nightmare dolls. Jayson’s Instagram: @jaysonlkerr Jay & A Are Gay: https://www.liinks.co/jayanda_aregay Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Insta...

YEE-HAW! Lauren takes Jon back to the ol' West to talk about The Harvey Girls. Judy has also returned this episode - don't worry, Jon's soapbox was not in his hands - and the gang have a swell time, even with the trashy saloon girls. Lauren’s Instagram: @lagizz_sangs Lauren's Website: http://www.laurengismondi.com Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @bu...

For today's episode Jon brought on Allie Trimm to talk about 13: The Musical. A lot of their discussion is Jon asking questions about the stage version to get a better sense as to what was changed, and Allie also sings a little during the episode. And they both are excited to see what this cast does in the future if they're delivering this level of performance at 13-ish (what is age?). Also, past...

It's the end of the Gejujugee (translated: Judy Garland and Gene Kelly) trilogy, and Jon and Sierra celebrate it by buying war bonds in Judy and Gene's first movie together that's about vaudeville? Who knows. But, Jon brings up other shows and movies that may have been influenced by this movie, Sierra gives some acting advice and tips, and they both go on a journey talking about Gene Kelly (again)...