Episodes
We interview Gerry "Mac" McIntyre, the choreographer of Berkshire Theatre Group's latest theatre production, which happens to be the only equity-sanctioned live show in existence. Spacing takes on a whole new meaning as his unequaled prowess and style enable this streamlined 10-person Godspell musical to garner rave reviews and sold out shows amidst the greatest pandemic of the past century. To top off such intriguing conversation, we talk about the latest virtual musical "A Killer Party"...
Published 08/12/20
Today we talk with workaholic professional Lauren Flack about the ins and outs of media production's comeback during the recent phase 4 loosening of restrictions in NYC. Then we briefly discuss Ashley's early commercial success, one terrible movie featuring overpaid celebrities, one cult classic featuring Keanu passing as an actor, plus some side banter about bathing.
Published 07/28/20
Today we chat with Broadway's kindest southern belle Ginna Claire about her experience with the industry pause as well as her affection for our in-house Ashley Arcement. Then we update with our personal experience of NYC's sensationalized street crime and a fitting movie (except that it's based in Boston): The Departed. Do you know how many movies Leo dies in? We did some 3 second Google investigation to find out.
Published 07/20/20
Today we chat with Clay Ostwald who made music with Gloria Estefan and the Miami Sound machine for decades, culminating in work on the Broadway show On Your Feet! and an upcoming musical featuring the music of Britney Spears. Then we babble on about pop star instagram, Hamilton, with tangents on rodent-destroying dogs battling the NY rat problems, my suspicions on Bloomy's alternate intentions, an impromptu melody we now call "My Puppy Life," even some dull conversation about baseboards.
Published 07/14/20
Our travels conclude with a return to New York after a brief hiatus in Arkansas complete with tick bites, blood donation mishaps, and a bike crash. After chatting with our favorite Broadway agent/thirst trap Eddie Rabon, we rest easy in the alternate universe Hell's Kitchen with its new cast of sidewalk characters (they aren't tourists). Oh, and Love Life on HBO Max is pretty good.
Published 07/07/20
We talk in-person with our friend and colleague Tommy McDowell about his career and his teen fling with Ashley, followed by a climactic follow-up for our antibody tests, finishing off with a 1991 indie flick featuring a young upcoming star.
Published 05/28/20
We chat with Meg from Big Brother fame about reality show casting during the pandemic, then segue to a debate on the ins and outs of "sliding into the DM's" before remembering that we watched the already-old new Netflix movie "El Camino."
Published 05/18/20
We chat with an FDNY friend about his current reallocation within the department, meanwhile challenging Ashley to stop saying "like" so much, then finish on a discussion about two mediocre movies.
Published 05/12/20
In this eclectic episode we chat with two medical professionals about how COVID-19 is affecting their work, then we speak on several tangents before wiping out on a radical movie from 1990. Cowabunga.
Published 05/08/20
We speak with a musician friend about how he's staying so busy when we have so little to do. Next, Ashley makes an impromptu presentation about tequila. Then we dive into the deep end by turning segment 3 into embarrassing stories from our youth.
Published 04/30/20
We chat with two fitness instructors from NYC who are now teaching online. Ashley tries to justify wearing a pillow at the ripe age of 37, then we discuss an all-network performance show with a forgettable name.
Published 04/23/20
Published 04/23/20
We chat with two other couples also in self-isolation about the ups and downs of uninhibited habitation with their significant others. Then we talk about our obsession with Disney Pixar shorts: Forky Asks a Question before finishing up with a weak argument that we are not co-dependent.
Published 04/14/20
We chat with two students about the trials and triumphs of taking class online midway through a semester. Then we learn about TikTok like an old couple, and conclude with a discussion about why one of us doesn't like Laura Linney.
Published 04/10/20
We chat with two teachers about their experience in suddenly teaching from home. Then we discuss other social distancing podcasts plus act like you need our recommendation to watch Tiger King.
Published 04/07/20
We chat with Alana Kay @alanakayart about how the coronavirus has affected her art and fashion business, then we talk at each other about 2 unrelated news articles.
Published 04/02/20
We chat with my friend and colleague Ben Bonnema about his current temporary transition from the music industry to the grocery industry.
Published 03/30/20
We chat with Matt Bauman of Bauman Realty in New York to get his take on the housing and rental market at this time of crisis.
Published 03/26/20
We chat with 3 beauty professionals for advice on hair and nail maintenance when the salons have closed their doors.
Published 03/24/20
We chat with 2 friends from the Nashville music scene, then talk at each other about what to do this weekend.
Published 03/22/20
After spending a week in Florida, we chat with two residents about their experience in dealing with the coronavirus.
Published 03/20/20
In this episode, we chat with 2 New Yorkers about social media sensitivity during this time of crisis. We end the episode checking out the relationship app on happycouple.co
Published 03/19/20