Life's But A Song

Jon and Ashley really go deep into this movie by focusing on the psychology of the character Hedwig. And, as always, all roads lead to Riverdale when these two are together, so they of course try to rationalize why Riverdale chose this musical as an episode. Ashley's Instagram: @shleebalee Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod Threads: @butas...

We head back to Broadway this episode to audition with Alicia Newcom! She and Jon get into this movie versus the show, the choreography, and try to figure out what the show within the show these characters are auditioning for. Alicia's Instagram: @alicia_newcom Assembly Guide Instagram: @assemblyguide Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod Thr...

We check back in with the doctors of Seattle Grace this episode to learn that Calliope means music. As well as judge the cast members who sing and don't sing. Blanche joins us for the Second Chance of this topic with her own encyclopedic knowledge on this long running TV show, as well as some arguments for the song selection. Blanche's Instagram: @blanketjuice The Afictionados Links: https://linkt...

It's time to revisit a classic MGM film where Jon gets to explore his complicated feelings about Gene Kelly with a new guest! Danielle Brown joins the pod family to talk about tap/choreography, her complicated feelings on "Broadway Melody," and how wonderful this film is. Danielle's Instagram (crafting): @treefortfive Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram:...

We head back into the world of Repo! The Genetic Opera as the beginning of our Second Chance Month. Arianna is back to talk about this movie that she's seen for the first time because of this recording. She has some notes about the movie, but has an interesting viewpoint on it. Arianna’s Socials - Instagram/TikTok: @ladyaria_ Website: www.ariannaarmon.com Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail...

Well, Jon thought this would have been more of a fun bad movie instead of what it was. He and Ashley watched both the original 2000 movie and this unasked for remake without letting the other know, and decided to compare the remake to the original to see why it was made. Ashley's Instagram: @shleebalee Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod Th...

It's Christmas! But there was a time where Santa was behind on his mortgage and almost didn't happen. Jon and Lauren break down this movie that was another submission by Gary Kochey. Thanks Gary! Lauren’s Instagram: @lagizz_sangs Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod Threads: @butasongpod Next episode: Snow Day (2022)!

It wouldn't be the holiday season without having Battles! She's back to get into the Ryan Reynolds/Will Ferrell musical movie that takes a spin on A Christmas Carol. Battles’ Instagram: @embattz Our Bar Instagram: @ourbarnyc Charms 4 Less Instagram/TikTok: @charms4lessseries Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod Threads: @butasongpod Next epi...

Aaron came up with an idea to compare two versions of Babes in Toyland with bestie Jay. In this long episode (not sorry), the trio talk about the insanity of this story with two batshit crazy movies that each have their problems, but also moments of pure camp. But seriously, does anyone know how they did that water moment in the 1961 movie? Beards and Sundries Website: https://beardsandsundries.co...

Apparently this holiday season we're covering a lot of holiday specials, and it's about damn time! A decade ago Bill Murray made a holiday special for Netflix which may or may not be a parody of holiday specials. Jon and Shady join forces again to talk about their other podcast (Movie Deja Vu), their love for Nicolas Cage, and Christmas in general. Oh, and they talk about this special at points. S...

We're doing an epically big milestone episode! Jon gathered some besties of the pod to discuss one of his past times - reacting to Reddit stories. But, Jon found some theatre related Reddit stories to read, and everyone gave their unsolicited opinions to these internet strangers. Be sure to check out out YouTube channel to watch the episode, as well as tto check out some other stories that are You...

Santa gets an understudy this episode, and it's not the movie you think it is. Marc is back to celebrate with another animated musical that is based off a book this time! He and Jon head to Stinky Cigars to see what's going on with the holidays, and how this guy Murray saves the day. Marc's Instagram: @bwayghostlight Marc's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@broadwaybyghostlight Podcast Socials - E...

What's a holiday without a musical special? John is back to delve into the early days of holiday specials with Judy Garland and her family, as well as a modern day holiday special with Sabrina Carpenter and her friends! John and Jon compare the two specials in this one episode to see how the holiday special evolved, and pitch their own future special (someone give them producer credit for it). Joh...

It's the start of the holiday season! Lauren is back to venture into some of the Bob's Burgers holiday episodes, where two out of the three of them that she and Jon discuss are actual musical episodes! Lauren’s Instagram: @lagizz_sangs Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod Threads: @butasongpod Next episode: The Judy Garland Holiday Special/A...

We're heading back to the '80s with this beloved jukebox musical! Steven joins us on his first solo episode to not only talk about this bananas movie (in a fun way) but also about the show because as of the recording he was in a production of it! He and Jon complain about how many named actors are in this movie, rock out to the songs, and wonder why they changed so much. From the Top! link: https:...

After much strong arming, Blanche got her wish and here we are. Jon is not a fan of this one (shocker) but Blanche tries really hard to change his opinion. Blanche's Instagram: @blanketjuice The Afictionados Links: https://linktr.ee/theafictionados Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod Threads: @butasongpod Next episode: Rock of Ages!

We take a stroll down film and theatre history this episode with Marc, riding the show boat through time. Jon had a lot of questions about the stage version and Marc readily answered them. Also, Jon had a surprise for Marc this episode! Marc's Instagram: @bwayghostlight Marc's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@broadwaybyghostlight Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongp...

What was a joke suggestion ended up becoming an actual episode. CB is back to talk about German group Kraftwerk, a group that Jon never heard of prior to this recording. So vibe out to the two talking about this vibe-y group. When Scary Met Stabby Instagram: @whenscarymetstabby Old Men Yell at Cloud Instagram: @oldmenyellatcloud Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod...

This movie broke Jon in the best way. Jayson's back to take us back to the '80s with a movie he watched a lot as a child, and this is Jon's first time watching this movie. It's wild! Jayson’s Instagram: @jaysonlkerr Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod Threads: @butasongpod Next episode: Minimum-Maximum!

Over a year later Dustin makes a triumphant return to the pod to continue with this series. He and Jon head back to East High to check in with the gang where they are putting up the spring musical, Beauty and the Beast. How are the new characters and new songs? Why did they remix "The Mob Song" to be a dance battle? Will we wait another year to do season 3? Dustin's Socials: https://linktr.ee/Dust...

Ian's back to talk about his buddy John Carney's latest musical movie! We head back to Ireland this episode at an undisclosed time period where Jon and Ian are just in awe of this story. Who's looking forward to more John Carney musical films? Ian's Socials: @ibrodski Ian's Website: https://www.ianjbrodsky.com/ Self Indulgent Musical Podcast (SIMP) Instagram: @simpcasters Podcast Socials - Email:...

Making her way through the movie musicals that the Archieverse did as musical episodes, Ashley is back to discuss JLo! She and Jon get into this musical that they both don't really know, but love this film! And JLo is a goddamn star! Ashley's Instagram: @shleebalee Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod Threads: @butasongpod YouTube: @butasong...

The dream team is back to close out yet another theme month on the pod! Kendra, Jon and Scott head to the 1930s to check in on some vampires in the South, and to praise Michael B. Jordan for playing two parts. The trio also speculate how the Academy Awards will go this year, and guess what this movie will be nominated for. Happy end to spooky season on the pod! When Scary Met Stabby Instagram: @wh...

Aaron's back to talk about another British filmed stage production of an American musical, however things don't go well. Aaron's Socials: @trueaaronchoi Aaron's Drawing Instagram: @aaronsillustrationsinsta Aaron's Twitch: @truechoistory Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod Threads: @butasongpod Next episode: Sinners!

Let's get into some historical fiction! Jon loses his mind because of the historical inaccuracies, and Colden is pleasantly surprised by Jon's reactions. Colden's Social - Instagram: @coldenlamb Website: www.coldenlamb.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ColdenLamb A Marc Blitzstein Archive YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BlitzsteinArchive Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Faceboo...