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“I’m currently traveling and one of my traveling musts is redownloading The Fiddler on the Roof episode. The work and care that Jonathan puts into this podcast is seen and appreciated.”
squidsbow via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/12/24
“The theater best friend you always wanted. Every episode has so much work out into it, you can feel the passion and dedication.
My favorite part is when the podcaster compares different productions/cast albums and we can hear stars from a lifetime ago with contemporary artists.”
mipolitico via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/10/22
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“I don’t get out to see many shows, and this podcast helps me feel like I’m still connected to that world. Love it!”
casualjoan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/10/22
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“Fun, funny, and informative! The musical man is always a joy and expands my horizons of musical theatre! Highly recommend!!!”
thelizdom via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/02/22
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“I just love this podcast. I’m from Peru and there is practically no musical theatre here. This podcast just lets me in on shows I never even knew existed. Not only that but it just fells like I’m listening to a friend explain something he loves.”
romrommart via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/30/21
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“A perfect podcast for fans of musical theater. Jon is a funny, smart and entertaining host!
He has interesting and honest takes on famous shows, and does some very good research on all the episodes, including the lesser-known musicals.
If you have to choose one Musical theater podcast, this one...”Read full review »
Vítor Lee via Apple Podcasts ·
Brazil ·
09/14/21
“(I started listening to Jon during quarantine, but I don’t have an apple ID to leave him a review, so I’m using my boyfriend’s ID!)
Jon is a funny, smart and entertaining host, but I think my favorite quality of his is that he’s not afraid to give his real opinion on things. Even if a musical is...”Read full review »
Jokerbeck via Apple Podcasts ·
Brazil ·
09/09/21
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“I really enjoy this podcast. I drive an hour to work every morning, and I listen to The Musical Man every week. I really appreciate the amount of research that is put into each episode. Some episodes are better than others, but some musicals are not as exciting as others. He and I may not...”Read full review »
RyPa88 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/02/21
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“Either way, I’m working my way through every episode. Some episodes, I just shake my head in complete and utter disagreement and others I shake (or nod?) my head in “hmmm...never thought of that before” mood. Either way, it’s very enjoyable and has opened my eyes to musicals I previously...”Read full review »
NoSoloChallenges! via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/09/21
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“I found this podcast early in the pandemic and have listened to a lot of the episodes so I felt like I should review it.
I have enjoyed hearing the different perspective on many of the musicals I love. I also love this history of each show that is shared.
I would recommend this podcast to any...”Read full review »
Rebeccab1989 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/01/21
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“I’m a big musical theatre nerd so obviously I’m making my way through his back catalog. I really enjoy how Jon is quite knowledgeable about his subject matter without coming across as snobbish and elitist. It’s simply a joy to listen to - a great podcast for people who are new to the musical...”Read full review »
EButler89 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/26/21
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“The Musical Man is a charming and engaging look at Tony Nominated and Tony Award winning musicals. Jonathan is hilarious, insightful, and is amazing at breaking down these shows and bringing some of the more obscure Tony nominated and winning musicals back into the public consciousness. This is a...”Read full review »
K and Warren via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/08/21
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“Working my way through the back catalog and have loved it! The Rent episode was especially great!”
PuckMastaFunk via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/08/21
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“I technically haven’t listened to them. im not much of a podcast guy. but I follow them on Twitter and I love their tweets so much. so I’m technically giving 5 stars to their Twitter. some day maybe I’ll listen to their podcast and I’m sure it’ll also be 10/10”
dudewholikesmusicals678 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/14/21
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“This podcast is so great! The amount of time and energy that goes into the research for each and every episode is amazing. It’s entertaining, funny, informative, and overall a highly recommended podcast. I listen to it when I’m cleaning, in the car, whenever! Definitely a 10/10 for me. Any lover...”Read full review »
Elayna00 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/08/21
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“There hasn’t been a new review in a while and I needed the serotonin. Sue me!”
JonPernisek via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/06/20
“God I love this podcast. Jonathan is a great host. Every week something he says makes me laugh out loud. With musicals I know, he was brings me a new insight I appreciate. With shows I don’t know, his score deconstructions are thoughtful, funny, and passionate introductions to the material. He’s...”Read full review »
BlakeBacklash via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/09/20
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“A great podcast about musicals- very entertaining and informative”
amity1976 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/05/20
“I have been listening a lot to the Musical Man Podcast lately as a distraction from all the various stresses in my life, and it is really fantastic. I usually listen on Himalaya but downloaded Apple Podcasts just to write this review. I really appreciate how he describes the plot and then goes...”Read full review »
Chelsea Capstick via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
09/06/20
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“If you have ever looked at the list of shows nominated for best musical and wondered about some of the forgotten titles on the list this is the perfect podcast for you. From the big hits to the shows never seen outside of that broadway run (but that definitely desevre more attention) Jonathan...”Read full review »
PieSpy25 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/07/20
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“Being a person who spent 20 years of their life working with theatre productions. And being a fan of musicals, to the point I listen to musicals all the time. Found this musical and enjoy the show and the hosts point of view on each show.”
Rev Draven via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/07/20
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“Jon is hilarious and new episodes are a highlight. I’ve learnt and laughed so much listening to his show”
Killjoy Gee via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/16/20
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“I want to hang out with Jonathan and listen to musicals”
8373david via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/02/20
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“I’ve been following Jonathan’s delightful podcast career and with this new venture, it is simply perfection.
Also, Miss Saigon? More like Bleh Saigon!
Five stars!”
The Dache via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/11/20
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“Love this guy’s energy, attitude, and takes on shows! He’s also willing to engage on Twitter about how awesome Tim Minchin is, so there’s nothing at all I can complain about! Give him a listen!”
DominusTalac via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/02/20
“Seriously, this podcast is amazing.
When I saw the theme of this podcast I was beyond excited! One of my favorite college courses covered musicals and Broadway history so being able to get more in-depth with different musicals and hearing critiques of them is just the best. The commentary is...”Read full review »
Chiaunte via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/08/20
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“John is a podcast professional. A true inspiration and this show places him squarely in his element! 5 stars!!”
BingCrosby88 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/02/20
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“As someone who enjoys musicals but has had only passing and popular knowledge of them, this podcast has exposed me to Broadway’s history and art. Jonathan’s approach to covering every Tony nominated musical is informative and entertaining and come from a genuine love for the craft. There are...”Read full review »
lostinthewash via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/02/19
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“This is a really fun podcast it provides excellent summaries and reviews of different musicals and I really enjoy the suggestions for alternate stagings and interpretations that could possibly improve the production. I like when the analysis is really granular like comparing Mandy Patinkin’s...”Read full review »
Selipton via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/01/19
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“Sending love from the cheesey side of musical theatre podcasting. Great stuff! 🧀”
CheeseyMoosicals via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/14/19
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“For anyone that considers themself a musical fan, this podcast is now essential listening. A gorgeous addition to your showtunes weekly listening ritual. Jon is funny, knowledgable, and did I mention really funny?! Don't sleep on this podcast. Miss Saigon? More like Bleh Saigon.”Read full review »
justchaddles via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/01/19
“Jon,
I love learning about the history of Tony winning and nominated shows from your podcast. You are a great podcaster and your shows are very entertaining and educational!
- Jenna”
JenPen89 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/30/19
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“Otherwise really fun pod with good analysis and research.”
Melesse821 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/12/19
“Miss Saigon more like Bleh Saigon”
Jeridan Cork via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/11/19
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“Yeah, you heard me. Honestly, every time I need to feel relaxed and at home, I put on the Musical Man and it always feels like I’m sitting in my living room with a dear friend, a bottle of wine shared between us as they passionately explain the history behind and premises of Tony-winning...”Read full review »
Kiji Marie via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/09/19
“Miss Saigon? More like Mistake Saigon.”
sheriffbullock via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/09/19
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jadajay13 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/07/19
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“Jon takes us through the catalog of Tony nominees with lots of energy and humor. I love following the rankings he does each week. It's been a great way to learn about shows I never knew existed, as well as revisit old favorites. If multiple cast albums exist, Jon plays a sampling and it's...”Read full review »
Marguerlucy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/27/19
“I love this podcast, and after the first episode, it immediately became part of my regular rotation. Jonathon is a fantastic host- funny, knowledgable, and does a great job of bringing wonderful energy to the show. And I love how he asks the listeners how they’re doing at the beginning of every...”Read full review »
Fleetwood Mac: The Dance via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/24/19
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“LOVE. Plain and simple.”
bertobob via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/19/19
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“The best part of this show is how it exposes me to musicals that I otherwise know nothing about. The amount of work that goes into an episode is great and appreciated as well!! Nice!!!”
mswiet via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/27/19
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“I’ve seen one major Broadway play in my life so the content is not geared towards me but Jon’s knowledge and passion for the theater is so contagious and fun I find myself enjoying his thoughts and opinions and LEARNING about the wild world of Broadway.”
Klinkadink via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/23/19
“The Musical Man is the third entry in Jon Pernisek's podcast oeuvre and is by far the one you'd most likely to recommend to your seventy year old parents, which isn't to say that this podcast doesn't have a tinge of that classic "How Rude!" raunch. Despite often being...”Read full review »
matta2k via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/30/19
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“So much fun to listen to! Also, his Twitter is FIRE!!”
Applechild via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/30/19
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“Host is insufferable and trite. If poor, expletive laced talk about theater is your thing, this podcast is for you. Suggest avoiding.”
pwb in dc via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/21/19
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