Toi Toi Tipsy

Arts EN ↓ 60 episodes

Doug & Ben chat about life as performers & educators, the performing arts, and its relevance to the world all while drinking beer.

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Toi Toi Tipsy

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Limoncello makes Doug teary-eyed... 27.05.2026 47:35

Doug & Ben reminisce on this last season, discuss Timothee Chalomet's statement on opera, and share plans for season 4. Send us Fan Mail Support the show

The Tasteful Tenor 13.05.2026 44:30

International Heldentenor Clay Hilley joins Doug & Ben to talk about his artistic journey, singing Wagner, and handling negative press. Send us Fan Mail Support the show

Creative Activity Update 29.04.2026 33:30

Doug & Ben discuss progress on their creative activity and their plans for the rest of 2026 while enjoying limoncello spritz and soda water. Send us Fan Mail Support the show

Correlating Careers (Nicole Cloutier) 15.04.2026 53:32

Julliard-trained opera coach and pianist, Nicole Cloutier, join Doug & Ben to discuss the necessity of correlating careers for musicians of the 21st-century. Send us Fan Mail Support the show

Reform in Arts Education 01.04.2026 42:44

Doug & Ben discuss arts education, education reform, and process-over-product artistry. Send us Fan Mail Support the show

An Accidental Composer (Lori Laitman) 19.03.2026 51:42

Internationally renowned American composer, Lori Laitman, joins Doug and Ben to discuss her children's opera and social issues while drinking various seltzers. Send us Fan Mail Support the show

An Integrated Life 04.03.2026 30:24

Doug & Ben discuss long-term goal planning based on intention while enjoying an American Ginger Root tea and an Italian spritz. Send us Fan Mail Support the show

Let your freak flag fly! 18.02.2026 45:40

Dean Marino, actor & director, joins Doug & Ben to discuss regional theatre and hot-topics in the performing arts while enjoying a multitude of beverages. Send us Fan Mail Support the show

Clanker? I hardly know her... 04.02.2026 41:30

Doug & Ben enjoy beverages from North Carolina and Colorado while discussing the use of AI in music. Send us Fan Mail Support the show

Tenor Talk: Honor Your Instrument 24.01.2026 44:44

Doug & Ben are joined by Rick Hale and Nic Stark to chat about all things tenor while enjoying a vast assortment of beverages. Send us Fan Mail Support the show

Resolutions or Intentions... 07.01.2026 27:57

Doug & Ben celebrate the new year and plan their intentions for the year while enjoying bourbon and non-alcoholic beer. Send us Fan Mail Support the show

Immaculate what? 24.12.2025 27:31

Doug & Ben BOTH enjoy some holiday-themed beverages and discuss the holiday season. Send us Fan Mail Support the show

You're Not the Star, Honey 10.12.2025 46:19

Nicole D'Angelo joins Ben & Doug to discuss music direction and neurodivergence in the arts. Send us Fan Mail Support the show

Thankful 27.11.2025 29:02

Doug & Ben reflect on the development of Toi Toi Tipsy and what they are grateful for professionally and personally. Send us Fan Mail Support the show

An Extraordinary Life 12.11.2025 46:52

Irina & Lucas Meachem join Doug & Ben to discuss self-doubt, fatherhood, parenting, and social media while enjoying various beverages throughout the United States. Send us Fan Mail Support the show

Just sing! 29.10.2025 45:19

Doug & Ben discuss the challenging and valuable realities of mentorship and validation while enjoying beers from North Carolina & California. Send us Fan Mail Support the show

Toi Toi Grumpy 15.10.2025 34:20

Tom Cipullo joins Doug & Ben to talk about his compositional process, inspirations, the upcoming premiere of HOBSON'S CHOICE, and his disdain for weight-loss motivated sobriety. Send us Fan Mail Support the show

The Four Peas 01.10.2025 29:20

Doug & Ben chat about their favorite Austrian tenor's new album and the challenges of role preparation as neurodiverse individuals. Send us Fan Mail Support the show

The Mother of Us All 17.09.2025 35:11

Jordan Weatherston Pitts, also known as Creatine Price, joins Doug & Ben to discuss his experiences performing as a drag queen and opera singer both in the United States and abroad. Send us Fan Mail Support the show

New Beginnings (Half-Sober Edition) 03.09.2025 42:37

Doug & Ben discuss their summer activities and plans for season three while enjoying beer from California & North Carolina, Send us Fan Mail Support the show

But wait, there's more! 04.06.2025 54:25

Doug & Ben discuss the last two years of podcasting and wrap up season two. Send us Fan Mail Support the show

Thank you, that'll be all. 23.05.2025 1:21:34

Alison Moritz & Matthew Chellis join Doug & Ben to share their perspectives from the "other side" of the audition table. Send us Fan Mail Support the show

Suspend Your Disbelief 07.05.2025 54:59

Olivia Rominiyi joins Doug & Ben to discuss competitions, fach, and the 'suspension of disbelief' while enjoying some old favorites. Send us Fan Mail Support the show

Just a Bunch of Mutts! 23.04.2025 50:18

Danny Belcher joins Doug & Ben to discuss premiering new works and American opera while enjoying their favorite breakfast beverages. Send us Fan Mail Support the show

Unity, Variety & Balance 09.04.2025 59:57

Meghan Raney & Dr. Gretchen Windt join Doug & Ben to discuss recital planning, art song, and underrepresented composers while enjoying beer, wine, and seltzer from around the United States. Send us Fan Mail Support the show