The Cheese Wheel Podcast

Welcome to another episode of Theatre in the D where we dive into the world of Shakespeare through the lens of modern pop music. Yes the Broadway/West End Smash is now on tour, and you can see it at the Fisher Theater Right now! Thank you to ATG Detroit for making this possible. Get your tickets to & Juliet here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are we still all in this together? We have to find out together! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get set to get wet because this week we're soaking like the mormons in E.L James's classic piece of erotic Literature 50 Shades of Grey. But we're doing it right this time, because we brought an expert. We're joined by sex educator Kate Sloan to discuss all the book and film have to offer. It is going to be a good time. Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf & Liz Esten Podcast Edited By:...

Guys, we finally did it. We did a commentary on the Disney Channel Original Movie "High School Musical." All for you wonderful People, and we've got so much more to come, so stay with us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Jess and Miranda are diving into the ABBA inspired musical about three dad in Greece -- Mamma Mia! The show is playing at the Fisher Theater until March 29th so get your tickets here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tonight we're diving into the Oscar Winning horror film from the lead actor in Miss March Zach Cregger. Come join us as we run like an anime character, and tear an old witch apart. This week we're talking about Weapons. Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf & Liz Esten Podcast Edited By: Jesse McAnally Keeper of the Cheese: Juliet Antonio This show is a part of the Broadway Podcast Networ...

In this impromptu bonus episode, Jess explains Colleen Ballinger and the whole situation leading to the worst "apology video" in internet history. Come join the fun! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

RAWR! In this extra special episode of "Theatre in the D" Jess and Miranda went out to see "The Lion King" at the Detroit Opera House. Hear their thoughts and hear what we think, then go see "The Lion King" playing until March 24th! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we're diving into one of the worst films we've ever covered on this podcast. This try-hard comic book adaptation that wants to be so much more but fails to say anything worthwhile leads us into a discussion of Batman adaptations, Todd Phillips history, and ranking all of the Jokers. Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf & Liz Esten Podcast Edited By: Jesse McAnally Keeper of the...

Jess is joined by the incredible videomaker LadyKnightTheBrave to talk about the Jason Robert Brown Musical "Parade." It's a fun discussion and enlightening. You must listen! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Grab your cups, because we're going to be slapping them all around to impress our relatives. That's the lasting legacy of Pitch Perfect! The series that defined the 2010's, and redefined the importance of a cappella groups across the globe. We will never forgive them. Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf & Liz Esten Podcast Edited By: Jesse McAnally Keeper of the Cheese: Juliet Antonio T...

This week Jess and Miranda talk about the National Tour of "The Outsiders" based on S.E. Hinton's novel of the same name. You can see the show at the fisher theater from Mar 3 - 15, 2026. You can buy your tickets here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jess & Liz dive into the garbage truck of a movie musical "Cinderella" starring Camila Cabello, James Corden, and Idina Menzel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we're diving into the kinkiest artist to come from the Disney Channel, Sabrina Carpenter. Her newest album is full of goofy sexy fun, so come listen to us talk about it. Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf & Liz Esten Podcast Edited By: Jesse McAnally Keeper of the Cheese: Juliet Antonio This show is a part of the Broadway Podcast Network Social Media: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Our WEBSITE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠...

Jess sits down to interview Actor, Playwright, and all around badass Sarah Elizabeth Grace! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

His name Space Cop. He's a Cop, but in Space. To celebrate the film's tenth anniversary, we're diving into the most recent RedLetterMedia feature film "Space Cop." Is this technically the best internet celebrity film? Possibly. Join us for the fun. Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf & Liz Esten Podcast Edited By: Jesse McAnally Keeper of the Cheese: Juliet Antonio This show is a part o...

Jess is joined by Composer and Podcaster Joel B. New where they chat about his work, his upcoming cabaret reading of his musical, his influences, Joel's Podcast, and so much more. This interview is so much fun, and is not to be missed!   Buy tickets to Joel's show here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You ready for some dreamy conversations about whether something is real or imagined, or whether this is literally happening or just a metaphor. Also Lesbians? Come with us again into the world of David Lynch to talk about his magnum opus, "Mulholland Drive." Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf & Liz Esten Podcast Edited By: Jesse McAnally Keeper of the Cheese: Juliet Antonio This show i...

Jess gets the chance to sit down with performer and comedian Amanda Hunt to talk about her new Cabaret event "Monica Lewinksy: Sings Your Heart Out." Jess and Amanda chat about their favorite musicals, her training in musical theatre, and what makes Monica Lewinsky such a great topic for musical content. Follow Amanda on Twitter Buy Tickets to "Monica Lewinsky Sings Your Heart Out" Follow Amanda o...

Much like Elmo, we lost our blanket down a trashcan where a bunch of multicolored misanthropes live. Come join us to talk about Mandy Patinkin's least campy role -- "The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland" Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf & Liz Esten Podcast Edited By: Jesse McAnally Keeper of the Cheese: Juliet Antonio This show is a part of the Broadway Podcast Network Social Media:...

The Phantom of the Opera returns to Detroit, and this is the version you want to see. A tour based on Hal Prince's original direction with expanded beautiful sets and an all time cast. Check out Miranda and Jess's in depth thoughts here. The Phantom of the Opera will be playing at the Detroit Opera house February 4 - February 15 2026! Get your tickets here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

Merrily we roll along, roll along... Bursting with dreams! This week we're diving back into musical theater and looking at the new filmed version of the Stephen Sondheim musical starring Harry Potter, the king from Hamilton, and a former Elphaba. Come join the fun as we travel in time backwards. Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf & Liz Esten Podcast Edited By: Jesse McAnally Keeper of...

In this episode of Theater in the D, Jesse and his fiancée Miranda review Monty Python's Spamalot. She hated the movie. He’s a lifelong fan. So, did this Broadway adaptation bring them together or tear them apart? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The titular Cars from the movie Cars (2006) are back and they're on a spy mission for some reason. Yes Mater is here to save the day, and he's getting significantly more screen time whether we like it or not. Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf & Liz Esten Podcast Edited By: Jesse McAnally Keeper of the Cheese: Juliet Antonio This show is a part of the Broadway Podcast Network Social Me...

In this super bonus episode Jess is joined by the composers of the Podcast Musical "36 Questions," Ellen Winter & Christopher Littler. He talks about their creative process, the inspirations for the musical, the storytelling methods, and how this show became the incredible piece it is today. It's a wonderful bonus episode with a ton of insight about creating a musical! This is not to be missed! So...