Best Tim Bayer Podcasts (2025)

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From The Vault: "Tempress" Chasity Moore, Grizabella in PAC's CATS: The Jellicle Ball 33:01

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From The Vault: Originally released on June 25, 2024, this was episode 171 with "Tempress" Chasity Moore who was Grizabella in PAC's CATS: The Jellicle Ball. CATS: The Jellicle Ball will be transferring to Broadway in March of 2026 and Tempress will be Grizabella! "When we were building, the connection between us (Macavity & Grizabella) was that he…

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The Holiday Spirit w/ Tim Smith 44:50

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Pod Legend Tim Smith and the boys record in Dragos apartment. They get off to a weird start talking Michael mann movies but then they settle in and absolutely COOK. They talk about how Drago left a party early because his friend was coughing, getting antibiotics, Drago got roofied but with Caffeine, Drunk Fights, and they wax poetic on family and w…

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From The Vault: André De Shields, Old Deuteronomy in PAC's CATS: The Jellicle Ball 52:39

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From The Vault: Originally released on September 3, 2024, this was episode 184 with André De Shields who was Old Deuteronomy in PAC's CATS: The Jellicle Ball. CATS: The Jellicle Ball will be transferring to Broadway in March of 2026 and André will be Old Deuteronomy! "A theater is a temple. This is the fourth institution where the five necessary qu…

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Ep235 - Ginger Minj, RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 10 Winner & Future Rum Tum Tugger 38:35

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“ It's like an episode of RuPaul's Drag Race. You know there's a lot of people there. Some of them have very furry backs. Most of them pretend to dance and there's some cat fights. And then at the end one is chosen and everybody else is upset.” This episode features the multi-talented Ginger Minj, winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 10 and curre…

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The Great Hang w/ Myka Fox and Tim McLaughlin 47:10

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Yet another crossover episode with the hilarious hosts of the Great Hang Podcast. Myka and Tim join drago and debauchery ensues immediately. They talk about Mormons, Indianapolis, Skankfest, Shane Gillis, Hypochondria, Malls, and How to be a great couple. Another incredible ep. Get into it! JOIN THE PATREON FOR A WEEKLY BONUS EPISODE AND EARLY ACCE…

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Ep234 - Bryce Bayer, Munkustrap in 2025 Music Theater Heritage Production 1:01:28

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“ It's like a group of misfits gathering behind the bleachers after school. And we're all weird and no one wants to hang out with us. So we get together and we tell stories together.” This episode features Bryce Bayer who played Munkustrap in the 2025 Music Theatre Heritage production of CATS in Kansas City. Bryce shares insights on his unique expe…

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Knowing When To Milk It w/ Anthony Devito and Sam Evans 54:15

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Drago is joined by Sam Evans and Anthony Devito. Two truly unbelievable comics with specials dropping soon (Anthony's just came out). In one of the funniest eps to date- the boys talk birthdays, advice on going from 33 to 38, how to pee properly, pranks as kids, bullying, and when to have kids. JOIN THE PATREON FOR A WEEKLY BONUS EPISODE AND EARLY …

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Ep233 - Cooper Howell, Associate Director in CATS: "The Jellicle Ball" 52:34

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“I was involved basically since the very first workshop. I was the original Rum Tum Tugger.” This episode features Cooper Howell who was an Associate Director of the Perelman Performing Arts Center's reimagined production of CATS: The Jellicle Ball and will be continuing the role during the Broadway Transfer. Cooper shares their unique journey from…

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The Most Interesting Man in New York w/ Brandon Barrera 53:52

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An absolute roller coaster of en ep! Comedian Brandon Barrera joins the pod and this man has really lived life. We talk about his time as a full-time caddy, an international casanova, moving in with a girlfriend, cleaning ladies, and almost losing your feet from dancing too much The old partner in crime is back to promote his fall tour and the boys…

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From the Vault: CATS: The Jellicle Ball Creative Team ft. Zhailon Levingston, Bill Rauch, & William Waldrop 38:57

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From The Vault: Originally released on May 10, 2024, this was a bonus episode with CATS: The Jellicle Ball Creative Team ft. Zhailon Levingston, Bill Rauch, & William Waldrop. CATS: The Jellicle Ball will be transferring to Broadway in March of 2026! "What overtly having categories does dramaturgy of CATS itself is that there is a particular outcom…

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Charity Begins at Home W/ Ali Macofsky 50:03

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LA Comic Ali Macofsky (Colbert, Joe Rogan Experience) joins the pod and we get semi-emotional talking about family as thanksgiving is upon us. (Alex gets deeper than he usually does tbh) We also talk about hygiene, addiction, relationships, and a girl stole Alex's tee shirt! Check it out. Awesome show. Thank you for listening. JOIN THE PATREON FOR …

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Ep232 - Adam Andrews & Jadyn Kelly, Mungojerrie & Rumpleteazer in 2025 Broadway Theatre of Pitman Production 1:02:25

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“I want to warn you. You’ve got real life Mungojerrie and Rumpleteazer here so we could talk for hours.” Check out this episode with Adam Andrews and Jadyn Kelly, who play the mischievous duo Mungojerrie and Rumpleteazer in the Broadway Theatre of Pitman's production of CATS. Adam and Jadyn share their journeys to becoming CATS fans, their experien…

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Getting Buckets w/ Nick Murphy and Shaunak Godkhindi 56:07

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We got a hot pod for you guys today. Nicky Murphy is 1-day removed from doing Fallon and drops by the studio with one of our favorites, Shaunak G. They both started in Atlanta together so it was only right to bring Shaun-John back into the fold. The boys talk about Nicks tonight show appearance, famous people being stupid, the Austin comedy scene, …

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Ep231 - Vikki Coote, Rumpleteazer in Original West End Production 44:25

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“I felt like I was having a dream. Some out of body experience. Andrew literally sat there playing the overture right in front of me.” This episode features Vikki Coote who played Rumpleteazer in the original West End production of CATS. Vikki shares her amazing journey from her initial fascination with the musical, through her audition process, an…

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Two Worthless Clowns w/ Brittany Cardwell and Ali O'neil 56:24

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In the first crossover episode in pod history, Alex is joined by the Two Worthless Clowns Pod and they have non-stop laughs. The trio talk about emo music, dragos dating life, drinking in your 30s, halloween and last but not...ethnicities! Get ready for an all-time ep! JOIN THE PATREON FOR A WEEKLY BONUS EPISODE AND EARLY ACCESS TO REGULAR EPISODES…

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Ep230 - Meghan Peploe-Williams, Swing on the International Tour 49:30

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“When you have such a love and a passion for a show that means so much to you, you have the ability to take care of it and look after it.” Check out this episode with Meghan Peploe-Williams who in multiple productions of CATS. Meghan shares her extensive experience with the musical CATS, detailing her roles in various productions including the Vien…

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Coming out w/ Dan Geneen 53:10

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The new darling of the Comedy Cellar joins Drago and the fellas get into it immediately, arguing about "timing" from the jump. They also chat about turkish bath houses, influencers, hanging with non-comics, dan's former life working for Eater, and then dive into food culture on the whole. Lovely Episode! JOIN THE PATREON FOR A WEEKLY BONUS EPISODE …

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Ep229 - Tim Scott, Director of 2018 & 2025 Music Theater Heritage Productions 49:53

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“ I've never seen a production of CATS that looks the way a production of CATS are supposed to look which is why I always thought I was the perfect person to direct it.” This episode features Tim Scott who was the Director of the 2018 and 2025 reimagined productions of CATS at the Music Theater Heritage in Kansas City. Tim discusses his initial dis…

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Some Southern Charm w/Laura Peek 52:08

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We're joined today by one of the fastest rising comics in America, Laura Peek (tonight show, dont tell comedy)! Drago and Laura talk about southern women, SNL after parties, how to communicate in relationships, and role playing! JOIN THE PATREON FOR A WEEKLY BONUS EPISODE AND EARLY ACCESS TO REGULAR EPISODES: https://www.patreon.com/c/youreanidiot …

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Ep228 - Jalise Wilson, Grizabella in 2023 City Springs Theatre Production 47:12

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“I couldn’t ignore the fact for me that I was playing Grizabella while also pregnant so for me I had to allow that piece of me to layer into my version of Grizabella.” This episode is with Jalise Wilson who performed as Grizabella in the 2023 City Springs Theatre Company production of CATS. Jalise shares her unique perspective on playing the iconic…

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Pod legend Tommy Bayer 3-peats 47:54

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Tommy Bayer is so back and we have some technical difficulties with his day job interrupting us about 5 times. Nevertheless, the boys persisted. We talk about old gay men, the tarrifs on china, Neil Degrasse Tyson, Quiz eachother on history, and Music Festivals JOIN THE PATREON FOR A WEEKLY BONUS EPISODE AND EARLY ACCESS TO REGULAR EPISODES: https:…

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Ep227 - Aaron Jenkins, Swing on the International Tour & Chorus in the 2019 Movie 58:51

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“I’m not religious but Chrissie Cartwright would be the person I would pray to.” This episode is with Aaron Jenkins who is a versatile performer known for his extensive involvement in various CATS productions. Aaron shares his journey, from watching CATS on VHS as a child to performing in the 2019 CATS movie, an outdoor production at Kilworth House…

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Your 20s, 30s, and 40s W/ Salma Zaky and Bobby Condon 51:54

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We've got a Gen Z woman, Millenial man, and Gen X man on this wild pod. Alex, Bobby, and Salma give their thoughts on catfishing, freezing your eggs, getting married, dancing at weddings, and enjoying solitude. JOIN THE PATREON FOR A WEEKLY BONUS EPISODE AND EARLY ACCESS TO REGULAR EPISODES: https://www.patreon.com/c/youreanidiot Buy tickets to Ale…

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Ep226 - José Raúl, Swing on US National Tour 6 1:01:34

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We Went Viral and Shaunak Godkhindi Returns! 53:20

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We got an absolute beast of an episode today. Shaunak the great comes back and the fellas re-visit a viral clip from over the summer. We also get into smut for men and women, Shaunaks marriage, Reality TV, Comedy festivals, AND DRAGO PERFORMS AT A BIRTHDAY PARTY OH NO

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Ep225 - Michael Guerriere, Skimbleshanks in 2025 Shawnee Playhouse Production of CATS 36:43

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“I started to realize that Skimble had a little bit of a cheeky side to him and that’s the thing I wanted to balance out along with his meticulous side.” This episode features Michael Guerriere who recently played Skimbleshanks in the Shawnee Playhouse 2025 production of CATS. They discuss Michael's introduction to CATS, his character development p…

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Fist fights in your 30s w/ Lee Kimbrell 54:16

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The boys are so back again with Nasvhille comic Lee Kimbrill (touring headliner, opens for theo von) and lets just say this one is a dang banger. We talk about Lees future fatherhood, gaining sympathy weight, mourning our youth, and Lee takes us through two brawls he's gotten into this year JOIN THE PATREON FOR A WEEKLY BONUS EPISODE AND EARLY ACCE…

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From The Vault: Fergie L. Philippe, Old Deuteronomy at Elon University 53:09

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From The Vault: Originally released on December 14, 2020, this was Episode 32 with Fergie L. Philippe who was Old Deuteronomy at Elon University's production of CATS and is currently on tour with Beauty and the Beast. This episode features Fergie L. Philippe who stars as James Madison in the Broadway production of Hamilton but also played a wild we…

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The vending machine craze w/ Nick Viagas and Jake Velasquez 53:07

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Alex is joined by two technical non-whites, Nick Viagas and Jake Velasquez. The boys talk the vending machine craze, Alex's mental issues, polyamory, break ups, and how much comedians really make JOIN THE PATREON FOR A WEEKLY BONUS EPISODE AND EARLY ACCESS TO REGULAR EPISODES: https://www.patreon.com/c/youreanidiot Buy tickets to Alex's upcoming sh…

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Bonus: Crossover Episode With The Theatre Podcast & Ian Knauer 53:34

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When two podcasts collide, the conversation gets wild — and that’s exactly what happened when Mike Abrams of The Wrong Cat Died joined me for this crossover episode with actor Ian Knauer. We cover Ian’s journey through Broadway, the West End, regional theater, and even his time performing on Disney Cruise Line. Along the way, Ian shares the perseve…

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Who is snapchat really for? W/Kenyon Adamcik 51:09

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Alex is joined by an old friend and incredible comic, Kenyon Adamcik. The fellas get into the weeds on living together in Chicago, breakups, conspiracy theories, and complain about women complaining about snapchat. JOIN THE PATREON FOR A WEEKLY BONUS EPISODE AND EARLY ACCESS TO REGULAR EPISODES: https://www.patreon.com/c/youreanidiot Buy tickets to…

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Ep224 - Erik Simon, Macavity in 2025 Shawnee Playhouse Production of CATS 58:35

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“I am barely five one. Macavity was not a role that I ever thought I would be in the running for because he's typically the tallest in the show but he doesn't have to be. He is the Napoleon of crime.” Join host Mike Abrams as he chats with Erik Simon, an actor with a deep history in the world of CATS. Erik recounts his journey from childhood fascin…

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Goofrey is back and democracy is over. W/ Geoffrey Asmus 57:17

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The old partner in crime is back to promote his fall tour and the boys get into politics almost immediately. They congratulate long-time friend Tommy Brennan on getting SNL, get into the morality of fantasy football, and Geoff's near death experience with a pack of dogs Give Geoff a follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geoffreyatm/ JOIN T…

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BONUS - Celebrating 6 Years 28:54

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In this special bonus episode we celebrate the podcast's six-year anniversary with the show’s producer Alan Seales who is also the host of The Theatre Podcast with Alan Seales and the Co-Founder of the Broadway Podcast Network. Mike and Alan reflect on the origins of the podcast, memorable moments, and the evolving journey of analyzing and interpre…

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Fired For Comedy w/ Tim Smith and Olivia Carter 50:43

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Two Chicago comedy legends, Tim Smith and Olivia Carter, join the pod this week. Olivia is fresh off her Tonight Show appearance, and Tim's fresh off his honeymoon. The gang immediately gets into talking about Clairo and how Drago has listened to her in intimate settings. Olivia talks about her time on Feeld and getting kicked off the app. Tim shar…

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Ep223 - Michael Robert-Lowe, Old Deuteronomy on the International Tour 1:00:39

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“Chrissie Cartwright wants more than anything, she wants specificity. So she doesn’t necessarily need to know what all of the relationships are that you’re playing, as long as it’s clear.” In this newest episode, we chat with Michael Robert-Lowe, the actor currently playing Old Deuteronomy in the International tour of CATS. They dive into Michael's…

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Apology Texts, Social Anxiety & Approaching Female Comics w/ Yvette Segan 51:34

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Yvette Segan, comedian and host of Friend Crush Podcast, joins the pod this week. A good friend of Drago, Yvette was recently on the receiving end of a late-night girls gab call from him, where she helped break down a situation involving two women hitting on him after a show. This leads to Drago unpacking the origin story of his social anxiety. Yve…

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Ep222 - David Armstrong, Author & Podcast Host of Broadway Nation 47:09

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“Some people might say CATS is a ripoff of A Chorus Line. I don’t want to go that far but it’s remarkably similar. I think it’s sort of a doppelganger of A Chorus Line.” In this episode, host Mike Abrams welcomes David Armstrong, a fellow Broadway Podcast Network host and author of the newly published book Broadway Nation. They delve into the rich …

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Canadian Culture, Different Stages of Dating & Squeezing the Goose w/ Henry Sir and Tucker Brookshire 55:54

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All the way from Canada, Henry Sir joins the pod alongside returning guest Tucker Brookshire. Together, they're two of the coldest white boys Drago knows. The boys jump right in, asking Henry what the culture is like up in the Great White North, and the conversation quickly turns to talk about cigarettes and Zyn – including a story of Alex going ho…

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Ep221 - Michael Ruehrmund, Meghan Noonan, & Michael Neary, Cast & Creative Team, Westerville Civic Theatre’s CATS 1:03:41

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"Ours is set in a community garden and we thought this would be a really good setting that I’ve not seen done before where it focuses on how gardens can fade and then regrow and rebirth." Join host Mike Abrams as he welcomes the cast and creative team of the Westerville Civic Theatre's production of CATS. Director Michael Ruehrmund, Assistant Music…

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Interviewing Adult Film Stars, NYC Living & Eating Cronuts w/ JJ Lieberman 51:29

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Comedian and host of the 2 Goons podcast, JJ Lieberman, joins the pod. Alex fills in JJ on his landlord drama, and JJ says the recording studio is nicer than his apartment. In the current political climate, Drago admits that no one is coming after the Serbians in America. As a bi man, JJ discusses the difference between Eastern European men's and w…

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Ep220 - Lucy May Barker, Grizabella on the International Tour 1:00:49

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“I said I cannot wait to still be doing CATS with you in 30 years time because of course Grizabella’s brilliant. I can probably play it now for a good 30 to 40 years.” Dive into an engaging episode with Lucy May Barker who is currently dazzling audiences as Grizabella on the CATS international tour. Lucy shares her early love for the musical, recou…

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Dog Dad Life, Ruined Family Ties & Why NYC Does It Best w/ Lucas Zelnick 45:33

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Comedian and member of Drago's inner circle, Lucas Zelnick, joins the pod. Taking some time off from the road, Lucas shares what he's been learning in acting class. As a new dog dad, he lays out why having a dog is way harder than being a parent—especially when you're working the graveyard shift at the Cellar. Drago tells the story of attending a f…

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Ep219 - Naomi Naughton, Swing in Original Broadway Production & Director of 2025 Shawnee Playhouse Production of CATS 1:00:44

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“We have 16 different Grizabellas for this production.” In this episode of The Wrong Cat Died podcast, Mike Abrams welcomes Naomi Naughton, a former swing in the original Broadway production of CATS (1992) who is now directing a summer production at the Shawnee Playhouse. Naomi shares her journey from first seeing CATS as a teenager, through auditi…

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Landlord Drama, Farting While Dating, and Our Friend Dwayne w/ Ben Katzner and Sam Evans 51:13

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This week we've got a duo: comedians Ben Katzner and Sam Evans join the pod! Both Ben and Sam are coming out with specials this year, so be on the look out! Learning Ben has a GIANT beautiful home in Minneapolis, they get into how wild it feels to go from NYC to the suburbs. Sticking with housing, Alex gives an update on Drago's landlord—who's tryi…

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Ep218 - Sara Sheperd, Grizabella in 2025 Fulton Theatre Coaster CATS 42:20

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Throughout the summer, we are working with the Fulton Theatre to bring you a series of episodes with the cast and creative team from their new amusement park production of CATS. "Normally Grizabella does not start the show. We meet her about 20 minutes into it. I do think it’s really neat we see her right away." This episode features Sara Sheperd w…

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Am I Too Tall To Be Gay? w/ Jared Goldstein 53:12

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Bi-costal comedian and host of "Sorry, What? Podcast", joins the pod this week! Drago jumps in on some unfortunate news that his sweet Serbian landlord is trying to kick him out so her son can move into his apartment. She even keeps sending him apartment listings. Jared comes up with the completely reasonable solution of having the landlord's son l…

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Ep217 - Brianna Abruzzo, Victoria in 2025 Fulton Theatre Coaster CATS 35:41

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Throughout the summer, we are working with the Fulton Theatre to bring you a series of episodes with the cast and creative team from their new amusement park production of CATS. "At our Ball, Old Deuteronomy selects me as the homecoming queen and then I select my king. So I select Alonzo." This episode features Brianna Abruzzo who plays Victoria in…

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TikTok Ruined Saturdays For Boyfriends w/ Joe Nunnink 57:22

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Joe Nunnik, a comedian with a new special out titled Keep The Change, is on the pod this week! Recording right after the Fourth of July weekend, the boys reflect on why vacations are never relaxing—and how staycations might be the move. Talking celebrity fandom, Drago recalls a New Jersey man he knew growing up who took a candid photo of Bruce Spri…

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BONUS: Coaster Kittens in 2025 Fulton Theatre Amusement Park CATS 35:43

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Throughout the summer, we are working with the Fulton Theatre to bring you a series of episodes with the cast and creative team from their new amusement park production of CATS. This bonus episode is with the "Coaster Kittens" who are the teen ensemble in the 2025 Fulton Theatre production of CATS. Hear each of them share their character's backstor…