Matt Koplik is the most opinionated, foul-mouthed, and passionate theatre geek with access to a mic. Every week, Matt and a guest explore Broadway history by diving into the careers of the artists who shaped it. Whether discussing Sondheim and Sweeney or Herman and Dolly, Matt is sure to give you fun facts, deep analysis, and lots of four letter words. Tune in!!
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The Cheese Wheel Podcast is a weekly comedy show where we spin a wheel to determine our media obsessions. Join Jesse McAnally, Andrew DeWolf, and Liz Esten as they dive into whatever the wheel chooses next! Part of the Broadway Podcast Network.
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We're Sean "Down Goes Brown" McIndoe of The Athletic and Ryan Lambert of EP Rinkside and this is a hockey podcast, in the sense that we talk about hockey, both on the ice and about fan culture. That’s the “puck.” This is also a podcast about movies, TV, fast food, life lessons and general idiocy. That’s the “soup.” Unless you ordered the minestrone.
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The Creative College Journey with Scott Barnhardt is a the perfect companion podcast for creatives, families and student artists who are seeking advice and inspiration on how to navigate life after high school (be that through trade school, community college, 4-year universities, private training or direct to industry pathways) in today's uncertain economy and world. Sit with Scott Barnhardt, (Independent Educational Consultant, professional actor from Broadway original casts of The Book of ...
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Five Broadway women in a Helplessness Therapy group are suddenly transformed into Superheroes by a mysterious accident in the Columbia University physics lab next door. Led by their octogenarian therapist, Frieda, they learn to use their new superpowers to battle the evil organization, ORWELL, bent on destroying Democracy worldwide. All while pursuing personal growth. With the All-Star Broadway Repertory Company, featuring: Lucie Arnaz, Judy Blazer, Donna Lynne Champlin, Jason Graae, Kevin I ...
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Ranking All 42 Broadway Shows This Season (42-23)
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2:49:54And episode so long...we have to split it in two! Matt saw Every. Single. Broadway. Show. This. Season. And my God is he gonna do the Lord's work and rank it all for you. Because why the F**K NOT?! Enjoy Part 1! Join the Broadway Breakdown Discord Channel here! https://discord.gg/UTGVBprYtr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adcho…
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BONUS: Broadway in Detroit Season Breakdown (feat. Amber Rasho)
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43:13We've got a treat for you, in this very special BONUS episode Jess is Joined by Broadway in Detroit's Public Relations Coordinator Amber Rasho to discuss what's coming up in their upcoming season, what you can get with a Season pass, and so much more. If you want to get a Season pass, or learn more about Broadway in Detroit, click here! Learn more …
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Hey kids we got a new episode coming at ya today! Because of Liz Esten we're diving into the world of Riverdale to talk about the comedy flop "Josie and the Pussycats." Truly we recorded this two weeks ago and I cannot remember anything about it aside from Alan Cumming. So come for the Cumming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a…
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Ranking All 42 Broadway Shows This Season (22-1)
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2:38:38And just like that...we finished! Matt wraps up his *unofficial* ranking of every Broadway show for the 2024-2025 Broadway Season. Was it worth it??? Join the fun at the Broadway Breakdown Discord Channel here! https://discord.gg/UTGVBprYtr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Sean and Ryan talk about the ongoing series of the second round, some coach and GM hires, and more. Sponsored by Mint Mobile (mintmobile.com/puck)
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BONUS: Drunk History Christmas Special | Carrey'd Away
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32:34This is a deep pull, but we can't NOT cover it! This week we're diving into the Drunk History internet special where Jim Carrey joined Ryan Gosling and Eva Mendes in a retelling of The Night Before Christmas! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Broadway Podcast Network
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Brush off your English Major degree because we're flashing back to high school Literature class to talk about one of the greatest novel turned to films ever written -- Harper Lee's "To Kill A Mockingbird." Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf & Liz Esten Podcast Edited By: Nathan P. Keelan Keeper of the Cheese: Juliet Antonio This show is…
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Matt Reviews REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES, OLD FRIENDS and DEAD OUTLAW
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1:50:32And a few other shows, actually... Matt saw a whole bunch of stuff. Not just what's in the title. He also saw WONDERFUL TOWN at Encores, the final performance of ZORBA at J2 Spotlight and had a second viewing of DEATH BECOMES HER. It's a lot! Maybe he said some coherent things? Let's see! Join the Broadway Breakdown Discord Channel here!: https://d…
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Sean and Ryan talk about the start of the second round, all the teams that lost in the first one, coaching changes, the draft lottery, and more. Sponsored by Raycon (buyraycon.com/puck) and Mint Mobile (mintmobile.com/puck)
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BONUS: A Christmas Carol (2009) | Carrey'd Away
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42:22Buckle up children because this week we're diving into the god awful 2009 Disney adaptation of A Christmas Carol starring Jim Carrey. Shockingly, this may be one of least positive episodes so far, and we have so far to go! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Broadway Podcast Network
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#38 - The Peanuts Comics (feat. Big Beak Entertainment)
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1:23:02Hooo boy this is a long one. We're joined by our best friend in the whole world Big Beak from Big Beak entertainment to talk about Charles Schulz's loveable creation of "The Peanuts." I hope you're a Snoopy fan because we're diving into Snoopy. Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf & Liz Esten Podcast Edited By: Nathan P. Keelan Keeper of …
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Tony Nominations are Here!!! (2025) w/ The Theater Lovers
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2:47:42"Where's the pudding at?!" The 2025 Tony nominations have arrived! And boy are there THOUGHTS. Joining Matt is Breakdown friends Rachael and Will Anderson aka The Theater Lovers!! Listen to their thoughts on the whole slew of nominations, Taylor Swift lore, and a new series of movies Matt plans to make. Enjoy! Join the Broadway Breakdown Discord Ch…
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2025 Tony Nominations: FInal Predictions
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1:38:03'Cause why the f**k not?! Let's be bold and brave with the Tony nominations before the big announcement day! Join the Broadway Breakdown Discord Channel Here!: https://discord.gg/bbcbvZau Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Matt Koplik
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Sean and Ryan talk about all the ongoing series, Mike Sullivan getting fired(?), and more.
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Matt Reviews FLOYD COLLINS, PIRATES! & JUST IN TIME
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1:39:01"This is IT!" Matt saw SOOOO much Broadway this week, he couldn't fit it all into one episode. So, he's chosen to cover LCT's revival of FLOYD COLLINS, Roundabout's revisal of PIRATES and 54 Below's...sorry, Broadway's JUST IN TIME. Listen! Discuss! Join the Broadway Breakdown Discord Channel here!!! https://discord.gg/bbcbvZau Learn more about you…
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BONUS: How the Grinch Stole Christmas (feat. Andrew Keenan-Bolger) | Carrey'd Away
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1:00:14Guess who's coming to town this holiday season? No, it's not Santa, it's Jim Carrey's iconic Grinch from the 2000 film, "How the Grinch Stole Christmas!" We had the pleasure of bantering with Broadway's Andrew Keenan-Bolger, who once donned green fur as JoJo and young Max in the stage rendering of this tale. We strolled down memory lane, reminiscin…
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#37 - The Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl in 3D
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58:33PUT ON YOUR THREE DEE GLASSES KIDS BECAUSE WE'RE GOING TO PLANET DROOL TO DEAL WITH SOME WHACKY DREAMS OR SOMETHING. Could you believe that a short 20 years ago, this could pass as a ""movie"" to be released in cinemas? You will believe that a Sharkboy could sing, and that a Lavagirl could cry. You will also believe that you wasted your parents mon…
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2025 Tony Noms: Listener Predictions
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1:16:14"And what do YOU think of pudding?" Matt scans the Broadway Breakdown Discord Channel to get a sense of what listeners feel are likely to get nominated at the 2025 Tony Awards. And the responses are something!! Join the Broadway Breakdown Discord Channel Here: https://discord.gg/FqnJwJrr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoice…
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BONUS: Finders Keepers (feat. Alex Brightman) | Carrey'd Away
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1:00:28Prepare for a delightful trip down memory lane as we take a comedic deep dive into the 1984 film, Finders Keepers. This hidden gem features a young and not-yet-famous Jim Carrey, and we have the charismatic Broadway star Alex Brightman with us to share the fun. We'll unravel the scam artist plot that involves swindling, a coffin, and a pretend sold…
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Sean and Ryan talk about the playoffs series by series, all the coaching vacancies, and more.
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Matt Saw Broadway's Expensive Shows, But...
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1:19:40...were they worth it? Matt went and saw GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS, STRANGER THINGS, GOOD NIGHT AND GOOD LUCK and OTHELLO and talks briefly about all of them, but more importantly what their very existence means for Broadway. Plus! Two Off-Broadway musicals that might've restored his faith. *Might* have. Join the Broadway Breakdown Discord Channel here!:…
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#36 - Twin Peaks Season 1 (feat. Nathan P. Keelan)
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1:16:30Hey kids! We're diving into the iconic first season of Twin Peaks, the groundbreaking series created by David Lynch and Mark Frost. It’s such an essential piece of television history that we had to bring in a special guest—our very own editor, Nathan P. Keelan. That’s right, now you can finally put a voice to the name! If you want us to cover more …
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Sean and Ryan talk about who’s out, who’s in the NHLPA player poll, and more.
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Matt Reviews PURPOSE & JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN
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1:11:49"To quote Taylor Swift..." Matt sees the latest work by Brandon Jacobs-Jenkins, PURPOSE, as well as the Broadway premiere of JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN. Was JOHN *actually* Matt's nightmare? Which actor in PURPOSE gave Matt life? Find out!! Join the Broadway Breakdown Discord Channel Here!: https://discord.gg/QssGH9KE Learn more about your ad choi…
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BONUS: The Sex and Violence Family Hour | Carrey'd Away
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42:40Get ready to carve out some laughs this Thanksgiving with Carrey'd Away! In this episode, we dive into the hilariously cringe-worthy TV special, 'The Sex and Violence Family Hour.' Brace yourself for a parade of unimaginative and uninspiring acts, punctuated by gratuitous female nudity. From the eyebrow-raising 'Big Salami' to the questionable 'Bra…
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Yeah, we're dipping our toes back into the Starkid pool to talk about their brand new musical "Cinderella's Castle." Somehow their darkest and most morbid musical interpretation, yet feels the least mature compared to a lot of their previous work. Yes we're of three minds about this one. Is it their most divisive musical to date? Probably. Come alo…
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"Fade in on a girl..." Matt has returned from SMASH and is here to talk about what he thought did and didn't work about the new Comedy about a Musical! Enjoy! Join the Broadway Breakdown Discord Channel Here! https://discord.gg/QssGH9KE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Matt Koplik
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Sean and Ryan talk about 895, a slew of injuries across the league, and more. Sponsored by Mint Mobile (mintmobile.com/puck)
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Matt Reviews BOOP & THE LAST 5 YEARS
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1:14:59"I can do better than that..." Matt goes to see the new comic musical BOOP and has a *lot* of suggestions, plus the first Broadway production of THE LAST 5 YEARS and...well, has thoughts on that as well. Take a listen! (L5Y review starts around 40:00 ) Join the Broadway Breakdown Discord Channel (and the Tony fun) Here: https://discord.gg/QssGH9KE …
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BONUS: All in Good Taste | Carrey'd Away
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1:00:52Welcome to yet another fascinating episode of Carrey'd Away. Today, we're embarking on a deep exploration of the peculiar 'nudie film' that featured Jim Carrey in the silent role of a Photographer. This film stands as a unique piece in Carrey's early career and admittedly, it hasn't aged too gracefully. So join us as we immerse ourselves in the int…
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WHEN YOU WALK AWAY, YOU DON'T HEAR ME SAY, PUHLEEEEZE OH BABY DON'T GO! This week we're doing it, the extra special video game episode where we talk about Kingdom Hearts! The Final Fantasy/Disney crossover. Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf & Liz Esten Podcast Edited By: Nathan P. Keelan Keeper of the Cheese: Juliet Antonio This show i…
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New 2025 Tony Award Predictions w/ Half Hour
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2:01:30"OK, now we know..." It's been two months since Matt made some bold predictions for the 2025 Tony nominations. So it's time to make some new ones!! Matt is joined by Richie Grasso and Jeff Maline (Half Hour) to discuss the latest of the season and where everyone sees nominations heading this year. Join the Broadway Breakdown Discord Channel Here!: …
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Sean and Ryan talk about the John Tortorella firing, the standings, the Blues, and more. Sponsored by Raycon (buyraycon.com/puck)
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What happens when you put Jim Carrey, Alan Thicke, and a Club Med in a blender? You get the bizarre cocktail that is the 1983 movie, "Copper Mountain." This episode of "Carrey'd Away" dives headfirst into this comedy goldmine, unearthing the nuances of Carrey's early comedic style and the controversial themes that permeated the film. We dish on eve…
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Matt Reviews: LOVE LIFE & THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY
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56:24"I would give my soul for that..." Matt took a trip back to Encores to see the little-known LOVE LIFE and saw one of the final previews for THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY! What did Matt think of the weird Lerner/Weill show often cited as the "first concept musical"? And did Matt agree or disagree with Jesse Green abut DORIAN GRAY's screens? Let's find …
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