Life's But A Song (Jon)
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| 09 Aug 2021 | Ep. 47 - Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist: Season 2 (w/ Kristina Miller-Weston and Bobby Traversa) | 01:30:00 | |
As promised, the hosts of My Favorite Flop are back again to continue our discussion on Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist! We delve deep into this season, and beg that it gets a proper final season so we can discuss it more and so that they can finish some of the open ended storylines that they left. My Favorite Flop Socials: @myfavoriteflop www.myfavoriteflop.com Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Rent! | |||
| 13 Jun 2022 | Ep. 135 - School of Rock (2003) (w/ Ryan Pak and Nicole Barlow) | 00:58:58 | |
Fellow podcasters Ryan and Nicole - without Brandice - join Jon in talking about the Jack Black classic movie School of Rock. Jon delves into the Broadway musical when Nicole becomes the host of the episode, and Ryan has some fun stories that he peppers into the episode. All in all, it's a good movie that still holds up but needs more songs within the film? Soundtrack Your Life's Instagram: @soundtrackcast Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Miami Connection! | |||
| 06 Dec 2021 | Ep. 81 - Happy Feet Two (2011) (w/ Lauren Gismondi) | 00:49:32 | |
SEQUEL TIME! Lauren comes back to talk about Happy Feet Two, because Jon kinda forced it on her. They talk about climate change - Lauren does a deep dive on the subject, expressing her concerns for the world - and they break down "Erik's Opera" and how it could have been fixed. Lauren’s Instagram: @lagizz_sangs Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: The Muppet Christmas Carol! | |||
| 04 Mar 2021 | Ep. 2 - Smash: Season 2 (w/ Rebecca Edmunds) | 00:47:17 | |
Rebecca comes back to finish discussing Smash, focusing on season two; she's Team Bombshell, and Jon is Team Hit List. Can they get along and produce a better ending than what happened in the series? Rebecca's Socials - Instagram: @itsbeccaellen Twitter: @itsbeccaellen TikTok: @itsbeccaellen Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Funny Girl! | |||
| 02 Feb 2023 | Ep. 202 - Pennies from Heaven (1981) (w/ Colden Lamb) | 01:12:34 | |
In this episode, Colden introduces Jon to Pennies from Heaven, where Jon goes on a whole journey to the point where he's broken at the end. Will Jon ever be the same again? Is Colden the new host of the pod? Is this the one that broke the pod? (Spoiler alert: It didn't - there's more episodes to come.) Colden's Website: www.coldenlamb.com Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie (SCT #2)! | |||
| 08 Aug 2024 | Ep. 360 - The Chipmunk Adventure (1987) (w/ Kendra Beltran) | 00:56:16 | |
Unbeknownst to Jon, Kendra is a huge Alvin and the Chipmunks fan. He had a simple thought for these Picks, but hit gold with Kendra's knowledge. Crushgasm's Links: https://linktr.ee/Crushgasm Kendra's Blog: www.kenrawritesstuff.com Food Show Fanatics Links: https://linktr.ee/foodshowfanatics Happened in the 90s Instagram: @happenedinthe90s Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Breakin' 2: Electric Boogaloo! | |||
| 08 Nov 2021 | Ep. 73 - Brigadoon (1954) (w/ Andrew Gardiner) | 00:55:17 | |
Jon managed to wrangle a Scottish person to talk about Brigadoon in today's episode, and it's new friend of the pod Andrew Gardiner! They talk about how the movie is a big fat liar, go off on some interesting tangents, and have a whole discussion on accents. Plus, they're going to potentially work on a revival of the show (not really, but we can pretend). Andrew's Instagram: @_andrewchernouski Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: La La Land! | |||
| 28 Mar 2024 | Ep. 322 - Anna and the Apocalypse (2017) (SCT #30) (w/ Blanche Daly) | 00:53:49 | |
To finish Second Chance Month Jon brings back Blanche Daly in the first of many episodes she'll be in to talk about the best zombie Christmas musical movie ever (and potentially the only one)! Blanche picked this, by the way, and she came very prepared for this episode! Blanche's Instagram: @blanketjuice The Afictionados Links: https://linktr.ee/theafictionados Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: The Court Jester! | |||
| 12 Feb 2024 | Ep. 309 - High School Musical 3: Senior Year (2008) (w/ Lauren Guyton) | 01:07:38 | |
Another Disney DCOM (sort of) trilogy done! Lauren Guyton comes back to discuss the only High School Musical movie that was released in theaters, but also follows the plot points of the first movie...? Lauren's Instagram/TikTok: @lxurengitis Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Country Crush! | |||
| 23 Sep 2021 | Ep. 60 - Thumbelina (1994) (w/ Joshua Hinck and Scott Wasserman) | 01:04:26 | |
Joshua and Scott came to the pod with the idea of Thumbelina, and Jon is still confused why this movie exists. They break down the performances while bowing down to Barry Manilow and Charro, try to understand some of the choices made to the character designs, and come up with theories as to what is going on with Thumbelina's mother. They also have some suggestions to future contestants of RuPaul's Drag Race. Joshua's Socials - Instagram: @joshuahinck Website: www.joshuahinck.com Scott's Socials - Twitter: @scottwasserman1 Website: www.scott-wasserman.com Song Salad Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/song-salad/id1082591301 Losing My Mind: A Sondheim Disco Fever Dream's Socials: @discosondheim Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Pirates of Penzance! | |||
| 13 Jul 2023 | Ep. 248 - Annette (2021) (w/ Shady) | 01:19:09 | |
Shady's back and she picked a doozy! She and Jon dive deep into this movie to question what the symbolism of things mean, come up with wild theories as to what they watched, and Jon focuses on how creepy the dolls are while Shady loves them. And because this movie is fairly recent, huge spoilers ahead! Shady's Twitter: @cookieoshady Movie Deja Vu's Socials - Instagram: @moviedejavupod Twitter: @moviedejavu Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Les Misérables (SCT #13)! | |||
| 22 Sep 2022 | Ep. 164 - Raggedy Ann and Andy: The Musical Adventure (1977) (w/ Jayson Kerr) | 01:01:28 | |
Jon loses his mind once again whilst talking about one of Jayson's childhood movies, but this time it's for real. The two go off on so many tangents that one has to wonder: did they really talk about the movie? Also, nightmare dolls. Jayson’s Instagram: @jaysonlkerr Jay & A Are Gay: https://www.liinks.co/jayanda_aregay Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: The King and I (1956)! | |||
| 14 Jul 2022 | Ep. 144 - The Pirate (1948) (w/ Sierra Rein) | 01:12:32 | |
After Jon talked through his emotions about Gene Kelly with Sierra last time she was on, they get together to lust after Gene once more, but this time in pirate costumes! At least Jon is being exposed to different musicals, and Sierra is glad to guide him into Golden Age Hollywood. But, with modern eyes there are some things that they did back then that were definitely not cool. Sierra’s Instagram: @sierrarein Marquee Five: @marqueefive Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Jacques Brel is Alive and Well and Living in Paris! | |||
| 14 Mar 2022 | Ep. 109 - Glee: Season 4 (Part I) (w/ Bethany Stone) | 00:58:34 | |
Jon is joined by fellow Gleek and podcaster Bethany Stone to dip their toes into season four. In this episode, they mostly discuss the new cast members, how the show should have been two different shows, and discuss the logic of the graduated kids traveling to Ohio and New York all the time (who has that kind of money?). Glee on the Rocks's Socials: @gleeontherocks Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Glee - Season 4 (Part II)! | |||
| 23 Nov 2023 | Ep. 286 - Grease - Rise of the Pink Ladies (Part II) (w/ Dustin Holden) | 01:06:39 | |
Jon and Dustin get more into the world of the Pink Ladies by breaking down some of their favorite (and questionable) songs from the show. Hopefully there will be a wrap up to this show! #saveriseofthepinkladies Dustin's Socials: https://linktr.ee/DustinCanRead Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Cinderella (1997) (SCT #22)! | |||
| 14 Oct 2021 | Ep. 66 - Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993) (w/ Darius Frye) | 01:02:34 | |
Darius takes Jon down a rabbit hole to discuss The Nightmare Before Christmas. Is it a Christmas movie? Is it a Halloween movie? Who's the villain? Did Jon watch this as a child? Will Darius come back on the pod? So many questions, and so little time to answer them all, if they can be answered! Darius's Companies on Instagram - Origin Hip Hop: @originhiphop1 Stage-to-Screen: @stage_toscreen Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: The Worst Witch! | |||
| 24 Nov 2022 | Ep. 182 - This is Spinal Tap (1984) (w/ Ben Lawhorn) | 00:51:48 | |
Jon is joined by one-third of Three Films and a Podcast, Ben, who is making is debut as a guest on this podcast. He and Jon talk all things Christopher Guest, their love of this movie (even though Jon has some not-so-shocking news) and get into the music industry a bit. Also, Jon surprises Ben with a future guest spot. Three Films and a Podcast Link: https://linktr.ee/threefilmspod 24 Minutes of A24 Instagram: @24minutesofa24 Ben's Instagram: @bennyburrito Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: The Phantom Tollbooth! | |||
| 29 May 2023 | Ep. 235 - Crazy Ex-Girlfriend: "Yes, It's Really Us Singing: The Crazy Ex-Girlfriend Concert Special" (w/ Ashley Evans) | 00:58:58 | |
It's a love fest this episode! Jon and Ashley finish up the Crazy Ex-Girlfriend saga by discussing the concert special. Ashley actually saw the concert live (twice) and provides some stories from her experience. If you're looking for a therapist or support group, check out the National Alliance on Mental Illness at https://nami.org/Home. Ashley Evans: @shleebalee Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: The Little Mermaid (2023)! | |||
| 22 Jul 2021 | Ep. 42 - The Prince of Egypt (1998) (w/ Lauren Gismondi) | 00:57:01 | |
Jon's bestie, Lauren, comes back to the pod to discuss this Bible story told in a pseudo-non-religious way. We gush over Stephen Schwartz's music, as well as the animation style. Plus, Jon goes through some other Moses stories. Lauren’s Socials: @lagizz_sangs Lauren's Website: www.laurengismondi.com Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: John Mulaney and the Sack Lunch Bunch! | |||
| 06 Sep 2021 | Ep. 55 - Anastasia (1997) (w/ Samantha Blinn) | 00:58:18 | |
Sam found her way out of the department store and transported herself and Jon to Russia in order to find Anastasia, or at least learn of the real girl who inspired the not Disney movie. They discuss why they think the songs slap harder than any Disney song, and touch upon the stage version that neither saw. Also, Jon breaks down the color lime green. Samantha’s Instagram: @samlb777 Tabling: The Podcast’s website - http://www.tablingthepodcast.com Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Bob's Burgers - "Work Hard, or Die Trying Girl"! | |||
| 08 May 2023 | Ep. 229 - Crazy Ex-Girlfriend: Season 2 (Part I) (w/ Jay Roudybush; Special Guest: Alnardo Martinez) | 00:56:10 | |
Jay's back to cover season two of Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, where he and Jon tend to forget what they watched. But they manage to blast through the season like the show did (13 EPISODES?!?!?), and are waiting to talk about the music in the next episode. Also, Alnardo comes back and has some great information about mental health, as well as a surprising pick for one of Jon's questions. If you're looking for a therapist or support group, check out the National Alliance on Mental Illness at https://nami.org/Home. Beards and Sundries Socials: @beardsandsundries Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Crazy Ex-Girlfriend: Season 2 (Part II)! | |||
| 19 Aug 2024 | Ep. 363 - Pink Floyd: The Wall (1982) (w/ Dan Allen) | 01:02:32 | |
Jon brought on a new guest, and thought he was giving Dan a treat. Turns out, Jon (once again) misremembered the movie. But the two managed to talk through some of the things, and maybe figured out what the movie is about? The Movie Cellar's Links: https://linktr.ee/themoviecellar Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Can't Stop the Music! | |||
| 19 Sep 2024 | Ep. 372 - An American Tail (1986) (w/ Battles) | 01:00:23 | |
Please welcome back to the pod, in her new job title, Battles as our Don Bluth Correspondent. We travel back in time with an adorable mouse named Fievel and his adventures immigrating to America. Jon and Battles try real hard not to just talk about "Somewhere Out There," while trying not to cry. Battles’ Instagram: @embattz Our Bar Instagram: @ourbarnyc Charms 4 Less Instagram/TikTok: @charms4lessseries Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod Threads: @butasongpod Next episode: A Star is Born (1976)! | |||
| 15 Aug 2024 | Ep. 362 - The Boys from Syracuse (1940) (w/ Sierra Rein) | 01:09:58 | |
The reasoning behind this Jon's Pick might have been because of false information, but Jon and Sierra still enjoyed this movie. And the two come up with a great concept for a future production! Sierra’s Instagram: @sierrarein Marquee Five: @marqueefive Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Pink Floyd: The Wall! | |||
| 10 Apr 2023 | Ep. 221 - Cats Don't Dance (1997) (w/ Marc Bonanni) | 00:55:31 | |
We're doing classic Hollywood by way of animation this episode! Jon is joined by new guest Marc to discuss the unknown movie Cats Don't Dance, where Gene Kelly helped with the choreography and was kind of the inspiration for the story, but he wasn't the first choice. Also: racism. Marc's Instagram: @bwayghostlight Marc's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@broadwaybyghostlight Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Annie (1982)! | |||
| 09 Sep 2024 | Ep. 369 - High School Musical, The Musical: The Series - Season 1 (w/ Dustin Holden) | 01:34:01 | |
School's back in session, and Jon and Dustin follow the kids at East High (in Utah) as they put on the stage version of High School Musical. They talk about the original songs, praise how stupidly talented these actors are, and can't get over how amazing the song "Born to Be Brave" is. Dustin's Socials: https://linktr.ee/DustinCanRead Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod Threads: @butasongpod Next episode: Rock 'n' Roll High School! | |||
| 20 Feb 2025 | Ep. 416 - Carmen (2022) (w/ Jim Evans and Aaron Marsh) | 00:54:12 | |
Jon chose the opera boys of the podcast to talk about this not opera movie. The internet lied to Jon calling this a musical, but the trio still had some things to talk about. Film Rage Socials: @filmrageyy Sacred Lore of Witchcraft Linktree: https://lnk.bio/StorybookPodcast Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod Threads: @butasongpod Next episode: The Lady Objects! | |||
| 15 Mar 2021 | Ep. 5 - Cats (2019) (w/ Dan Hoy) | 00:59:47 | |
Dimplehuggins (Jon) and Munkustrap (Dan) delve into this masterpiece of film history to try and make sense of their choices. Also, Dan teaches Jon of the stage version because Jon is an uncultured swine and hasn't seen it yet. Dan's Twitter: @dan_jhoy www.buildingblockstudios.org Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Bedknobs and Broomsticks! | |||
| 06 Nov 2023 | Ep. 281 - Beyond the Valley of the Dolls (1970) (w/ Tyler Henry) | 01:11:20 | |
Roger Ebert wrote this movie - let that sink in for a second. This is Jon's first time watching this bananas movie, so Tyler acts as his sherpa to help make sense of this not-a-porn-but-maybe-a-porn movie, as well as decipher what is missed in the choppy editing. But great songs! Tyler's Instagram: @tylerhenryactor Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Lisztomania! | |||
| 28 Jun 2021 | Ep. 35 - Grease (1978) (w/ Tommy Schwanfelder) | 00:58:02 | |
It’s time for the word, have you heard? We welcome today Tommy Schwanfelder, a man who not only is a huge fan of Grease but is very knowledgeable of every iteration of the show! Jon and Tommy have a trivia off - Tommy wins - and share their passion for this movie…though there are some issues with it…we still love it. Tommy’s Socials - @spectropluto Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Grease 2! | |||
| 22 Mar 2021 | Ep. 7 - Seven Brides for Seven Brothers (1954) (w/ Lauren Gismondi) | 00:53:19 | |
Joined with his bestie Lauren, Jon accidentally destroys her childhood by ripping apart this movie from the first minute. But they do laugh their way though the episode, so it's all good. Also: who doesn't love a delicious baritone? Lauren's Instagram: @lagizz_sangs Dead Man's Toe Productions YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDPLBbiILB21j0ckS5-iAuQ Dead Man's Toe Productions Instagram: @dmt.prod Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Burlesque! | |||
| 31 Oct 2024 | Ep. 384 - The Lure (2015) (w/ Jim Evans) | 01:17:54 | |
We close out spooky season with a foreign film centered around murderous mermaids. Jim is back to remind Jon to not think too hard about the fantasy science, and also complain about how this isn't an opera (which Jon agrees with). All the while, they discuss the L-O-R-E of mermaids. Happy Halloween! Film Rage Socials: @filmrageyyc Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod Threads: @butasongpod Next episode: My Little Pony: A New Generation! | |||
| 22 Jul 2024 | Ep. 355 - 'Twas the Night Before Christmas (1974) (w/ Battles) | 00:46:23 | |
It's Christmas in July which means RANKIN AND BASS!! Battles is back to fly through another episode laughing and reminiscing on the past, and unlocking core memories about these songs and characters. Battles’ Instagram: @embattz Our Bar Instagram: @ourbarnyc Charms 4 Less Instagram/TikTok: @charms4lessseries Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Amahl and the Night Visitors! | |||
| 08 Jul 2024 | Ep. 351 - The Producers (2005) (w/ Matan Schahar and Sam Smit; Special Guest: Brad Oscar) | 01:27:24 | |
Jon's so happy that we're finally covering this fantastic movie! Sam and Matan are back to see if this is the one musical movie that Matan likes, while Sam and Jon geek out about this movie. Also, Jon managed to bring on an original Broadway cast member of the stage show to talk about his time with the show. Lost in Blockbuster's Instagram: @lostinblockbuster Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Camp Rock! | |||
| 04 Dec 2023 | Ep. 289 - Cradle Will Rock (1999) (w/ Marc Bonanni) | 01:15:02 | |
Welcome to Theatre History, where your professors Jon and Marc talk about a specific moment in time - when the government tried to censor the Arts. Jon's new to the movie and the show The Cradle Will Rock, but did a deep dive into Wikipedia which means he basically has his PhD in this subject. Marc's Instagram: @bwayghostlight Marc's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@broadwaybyghostlight Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Riverdale: "Chapter One Hundred Thirty-One: Archie the Musical"! | |||
| 11 Nov 2021 | Ep. 74 - La La Land (2016) (w/ Connor MacDowell and Dylan MacDowell) | 01:01:01 | |
Fellow podcasters Connor and Dylan come on the pod today to talk about one of their favorite movie "musicals" and Jon basically shits on it the whole episode. Not really, because he does love some things about it, but he's basically a Negative Nancy a lot. Jon also spouts some other hot takes about other topics the three go on tangents about. The Drama Podcast Socials: @thedramapodcast Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Pontoffel Pock, Where Are You? | |||
| 19 May 2022 | Ep. 128 - Into the Woods (2014) (w/ Jonathan Chisolm) | 00:53:35 | |
Jon and Jonathan go Into the Woods with this episode to discuss how the movie got it so...wrong. They discuss at great lengths the tone of the movie and compare it to the stage version (well, Jonathan has a better understanding of the stage show than Jon does). Also: Colleen Atwood has an open invitation to come on the pod to talk about any and off of her designs. Jonathan's Socials: @jschisolm22 Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Alice in Wonderland (1976)! | |||
| 14 Aug 2023 | Ep. 257 - Schmigadoon!: Season 2 (w/ Jaclyn Reilly; Special Guest: Michael Williams) | 01:27:34 | |
On their way to talk about season two of Schmigadoon, Jon and guest Jaclyn found Schmicago, a grittier era in musical theatre where the type of shows were all over the place and darker, but also all have to deal with loss and finding oneself. Jon also talks to one of the associate choreographers and learns some more about their process. Michael Williams's Instagram: @mow26 Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Mamma Mia! (SCT #17)! | |||
| 03 Nov 2022 | Ep. 176 - An American in Paris (1951) (w/ Sierra Rein) | 01:06:34 | |
Jon is so glad that there wasn't a lot of screaming this episode, because he had to admit to Sierra that he didn't like a Gene Kelly movie. His reasoning is sound and the person writing this is definitely not Jon nor is biased towards his opinions...although Jon's right. Things might change whenever he sees it again, but it probably won't. Sierra’s Instagram: @sierrarein Marquee Five: @marqueefive Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: The Return of the King (1980)! | |||
| 01 Sep 2022 | Ep. 158 - The Hobbit (1977) (w/ Battles) | 01:04:12 | |
Hi ho! Off to Middle Earth we go! Battles comes back to talk about a cross section she hasn't explored yet: her love of fantasy quests and musicals (even though this movie isn't credited as a musical). She has all the knowledge about this topic which is great because Jon doesn't know shit about the lore. Battles’ Instagram: @embattz (DM for Wine Box Players) Windfall Podcast Socials: @windfallpodcast Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: The Little Prince (1974)! | |||
| 20 Jan 2025 | Ep. 407 - Roller Boogie (1979) (w/ Jayson Kerr) | 00:56:59 | |
This is another movie that should be made into a musical episode. Jayson is back to groove to some cool disco tunes while Jon wants to go to a roller rink to get his skate on. And Linda Blair is in this movie potentially possessed by a demon? Jayson’s Instagram: @jaysonlkerr Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod Threads: @butasongpod Next episode: Mame! | |||
| 12 Aug 2021 | Ep. 48 - Rent (2005) (w/ Sahid Pabon) | 01:00:30 | |
Jon brought on one of his TikTok friends to the pod today to talk about Rent. Sahid Pabon, a second generation Rent-head, monologues greatly about the world and the technology of the time of that Rent takes place. Also, Jon may have to fight Sahid for the role of Mark. Sahid’s TikTok: @skpabs Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Sing Street! | |||
| 21 Aug 2023 | Ep. 259 - Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again (2018) (SCT #18) (w/ Derek Speedy) | 01:03:11 | |
Here we go again, again! Derek pops back on the pod to give a second chance to the sequel of Mamma Mia! (which was his choice) and...well...it's not good. But the two managed to talk for over an hour about it, so yay? Derek's Instagram: @dspeeds23 Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Street Scene! | |||
| 17 Oct 2024 | Ep. 380 - Muppet Haunted Mansion (2021) (w/ Arianna Armon and Sierra Rein) | 01:10:31 | |
Arianna enlisted Jon and Sierra to take a trip to the Haunted Mansion. Jon has never experienced the ride, so Arianna and Sierra helped him understand the Easter eggs in this movie. Plus, the three talked all things Muppets. Also, Jon made a mistake at the end, but it worked out in everyone's favor. Arianna’s Socials - Instagram/TikTok: @ladyaria_ Website: www.ariannaarmon.com Sierra’s Instagram: @sierrarein Marquee Five: @marqueefive Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod Threads: @butasongpod Next episode: The Happiness of the Katakuris! | |||
| 06 May 2024 | Ep. 333 - Hamlet 2 (2008) (w/ Dustin Holden) | 01:00:36 | |
Rock me sexy Jesus! Dustin is back to delve into this potential cult classic that has a lot of problems - namely being a product of it's time. He and Jon also pitch how to do this on stage. Would you see a production of Hamlet 2? Dustin's Socials: https://linktr.ee/DustinCanRead Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: The Archies! | |||
| 09 Dec 2024 | Ep. 395 - Frozen II (2019) (w/ Casey Wahl) | 01:13:29 | |
We continue our Winter Holiday Season episodes with a movie that new guest Casey thinks is the better in the franchise: Frozen II. She and Jon discuss the queer "undertones," try to figure out the timeline, and are listening to Panic! At The Disco's version of "Into the Unknown" on repeat. The Afictionados' Linktree: https://linktr.ee/theafictionados Casey's Letterboxd/Twitter/Serialzied: @caseywatchestv Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod Threads: @butasongpod Next episode: Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey! | |||
| 25 Jan 2024 | Ep. 304 - Mean Girls (2024) (w/ Cullen Callaghan and Hannah Sylvester) | 01:38:57 | |
We're doing it. In a pretty long episode, Jon, Cullen and Hannah break down the recent musical-turned-into-movie Mean Girls. It's so fetch. Not My Fantasy's Instagram: @notmyfantasypod Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Cannibal! The Musical! | |||
| 20 Oct 2022 | Ep. 172 - Labyrinth (1986) (w/ Jayson Kerr) | 00:55:18 | |
Jon an Jayson have a decent conversation this episode while going off on so many tangents. Jayson’s Instagram: @jaysonlkerr Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Monster High: The Movie! | |||
| 15 Dec 2022 | Ep. 188 - Mr. Hankey-A-Thon (w/ Gabby Gismondi and Lauren Gismondi | 01:02:03 | |
Well, poop. Talking poop. That's where this podcast has gone - to South Park! Jon is with the Gismondi women to break down two episodes of South Park, where Mr. Hankey is a central character. Lauren and her sister, Gabby, come on to talk about one of their Christmas traditions, which is to listen to the Mr. Hankey Christmas Classics album. Gabby's Instagram: @gabsgismondi Lauren’s Instagram: @lagizz_sangs Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: The Star Wars Holiday Special! | |||
| 19 Oct 2023 | Ep. 276 - Z-O-M-B-I-E-S 2 (2020) (w/ Shady) | 01:10:32 | |
Welcome back to Seabrook, where Addison feels lost because of her hair, we re-learn American history because the history books are "surprisingly" wrong, and the lackluster feel to this movie...but with like two banger songs and performances! Shady's Twitter: @cookieoshady Movie Deja Vu's Socials - Instagram: @moviedejavupod Twitter: @moviedejavu Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Z-O-M-B-I-E-S 3! | |||
| 18 Oct 2021 | Ep. 67 - The Worst Witch (1986) (w/ Jayson Kerr) | 00:50:57 | |
Jayson comes back with a movie he remembers liking...as a child. But, with adult eyes, and with Jon's fresh perspective on the "movie," Jayson began questioning why he liked it in the first place. I mean, the camp level alone could not save it. Jayson’s Instagram: @jaysonlkerr Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street! | |||
| 12 Dec 2024 | Ep. 396 - Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey (2020) (w/ Diana DiCostanzo) | 01:09:12 | |
Diana is back to lightly inject Christmas into our Winter Holiday Season episodes. Jon has some strong points that he's not willing to budge on, but Diana luckily agrees with him...mostly. Diana’s Instagram: @dianastasia Diana’s Facebook: @dianadicostanzo Diana’s Website: www.dianadicostanzo.com Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod Threads: @butasongpod Next episode: Elf: Buddy's Musical Christmas! | |||
| 28 Apr 2022 | Ep. 122 - West Side Story (2021) (w/ Tony Guerrero) | 01:07:49 | |
A hundred and one episodes later Tony fulfills his promise to return to the pod to talk about the remake of West Side Story. He, along with Jon, loves this adaptation, thinks Ariana DeBose is perfection, and just gushes over (almost) every aspect of this film. Also: Rita Moreno. If you want to catch Tony and Jon talk about the original West Side Story, check out episode 21! Tony’s Instagram: @tonyguerrero5678 Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Voyage of the Rock Aliens! | |||
| 29 Aug 2024 | Ep. 366 - Soundtrack: Season 1 (w/ Nick Bombicino) | 01:08:21 | |
To close off Jon's Picks, Jon managed to coerce Nick to watch this one season show that is very interesting...on paper. They compare it to its competitor at the time (Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist) and just wonder why they decided to make this a musical? Nick's Instagram: @nickbombicino Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod Threads: @butasongpod Next episode: The Wind in the Willows (2018)! | |||
| 20 Feb 2023 | Ep. 207 - Little Shop of Horrors (1986) (SCT #4) (w/ Roland Rusinek) | 01:02:16 | |
Jon heads back to the '60s by way of the '80s with new guest Roland (yes, he was a special guest before, but this is his first full episode)! The two battle it out to figure out which ending they prefer, discuss Ellen Greene at length, and pitch their remakes of the movie. Roland's Instagram: @rolandrusinek Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: RRR! | |||
| 22 Apr 2021 | Ep. 16 - Little Shop of Horrors (1986) (w/ Kevin Young) | 01:00:55 | |
Jon today is joined by a fellow podcaster Kevin Young (Open a F*cking Book), and the two praise the genius that is Little Shop of Horrors. They speculate over the future for this movie as well as dig deep into the Dentist’s character, and break down our love for this movie. Open a F*cking Book Instagram/Twitter: @openafingbook Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Little Shop of Horrors! | |||
| 28 Dec 2023 | Ep. 296 - Eight Crazy Nights (2002) (w/ Sam Smit and Matan Schahar) | 01:09:40 | |
We finish off the 2023 holiday season with a movie that's confusingly set around Hanukkah but has nothing to do with the actual holiday. Joined by Sam and Matan, Jon is quizzed on his knowledge of the Jewish holiday, learns about random things throughout the episode, and also made an oopsie both by picking this movie and the timing of its release. Lost in Blockbuster's Instagram: @lostinblockbuster Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Love Never Dies! | |||
| 01 Feb 2024 | Ep. 306 - Li'l Abner (1959) (w/ Marc Bonanni and Tommy Schwanfelder) | 01:11:28 | |
Well this episode didn't go as planned... Marc's Instagram: @bwayghostlight Marc's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@broadwaybyghostlight Tommy's Socials: @spectropluto Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: High School Musical! | |||
| 21 Nov 2022 | Ep. 181 - The Boy Friend (1971) (w/ Colden Lamb) | 01:06:06 | |
Jon badgered a new guest to come on the pod and made a new friend - Colden! The two discuss how bizarre this movie is and how it is nothing like the show The Boyfriend (note that the titles are different). The word of the episode is "pastiche." Colden's Website: www.coldenlamb.com Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: This is Spinal Tap! | |||
| 20 May 2021 | Ep. 24 - Evening Primrose (1966) (w/ Samantha Blinn) | 00:58:03 | |
Jon is joined today with Samantha Blinn, who describes Evening Primrose as a mixture of Hitchcock and a taped musical. They try to decipher who the Dark Men are, discuss their anger and confusion over why they’re yelling at the end while hiding, and beg Stephen Sondheim to make this a longer stage version. Samantha’s Instagram: @samlb777 Tabling: The Podcast’s website - http://www.tablingthepodcast.com Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: The Little Mermaid! | |||
| 22 Aug 2022 | Ep. 155 - Sunshine on Leith (2013) (w/ Andrew Gardiner) | 00:53:15 | |
Scottish correspondent Andrew is back to finish off his Scottish musical hat trick with a jukebox musical around The Proclaimers...the guys who sing "I Wanna Be (500 Miles)". Andrew guides Jon through some facts about the stage version, the actors in the movie, and The Proclaimers, and also drops a truth bomb that Jon was not prepared for (it's not as dramatic as it sounds, but it's a pretty cool moment in the episode). Andrew's Instagram: @_andrewchernouski Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Hello Dolly! | |||
| 04 Apr 2022 | Ep. 115 - The Last Five Years (2014) (w/ Matt Gainey) | 01:01:18 | |
Jon is back to the regularly scheduled program, and has brought on new friend of the pod Matt Gainey to discuss Jason Robert Brown's word intensive musical The Last Five Years. They both love this movie, but feel like the marketing team really dropped the ball on it. Also, Anna Kendrick is a goddess. Matt's Socials - Instagram: @matt_w_gainey TikTok: @matt.gibster Website: www.matthewgainey.com Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Annie (1999)! | |||
| 29 Aug 2022 | Ep. 157 - Josie and the Pussycats (2001) (w/ Ashley Evans) | 01:17:39 | |
Oh my god she's back again! Ashley comes on to talk about jerkin' movie that precedes Riverdale, and it's the first time she's seen it! Stop right now and watch it because this movie is tearin' up our hearts with nostalgia and how smart and dumb it is. So go to Target and get yourself some blue clothes and a copy of this movie, and a Big Mac and enjoy the movie! Writing this was the hardest thing, c'est la vie. Ashley’s Instagram and TikTok: @shleebalee Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: The Hobbit (1977)! | |||
| 11 Sep 2023 | Ep. 265 - It's Always Fair Weather (1955) (w/ Sierra Rein) | 01:12:18 | |
We're tapping back to Sierra and Gene Kelly this episode, but in fun and interesting ways! From traditional, to roller-skates, to garbage can lids, this potential sequel to On the Town is a fun ride! And telling compelling stories that seem progressive for the times. Sierra’s Instagram: @sierrarein Marquee Five: @marqueefive Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Candide (2005)! | |||
| 08 Jun 2023 | Ep. 238 - Hair (1979) (w/ Tyler Henry) | 01:04:41 | |
This is the dawning of this podcast finally covering Hair! Returning guest Tyler stepped away from talking about Maxwell Caulfield, and comes back on to discuss his background and knowledge of the musical Hair with Jon. They kind of talk about the movie, but each share personal stories. Because of Hair. Tyler's Instagram: @tylerhenryactor Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: The Blues Brothers! | |||
| 27 Dec 2021 | Ep. 87 - White Christmas (1954) (w/ Sierra Rein; Special Guest: My Mom!) | 01:06:58 | |
And just like that the holiday episodes come to a close with the holiday classic White Christmas (or is it a holiday classic?). New friend of the pod Sierra Rein comes on to discuss the differences between the film and the stage version, the problems with some of the song choices, and Sally Struthers. Also, Jon brings his mom on because it's her favorite holiday movie (potentially favorite movie of all time) and she brings some insight to this movie. Sierra’s Instagram: @sierrarein Manhattan Holiday Carolers: @mhcarolers Marquee Five: @marqueefive Dead Man’s Toe Productions Instagram: @dmt.prod Mom's Instagram: @barbara_j_reilly Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Alice in Wonderland (1985)! | |||
| 26 Dec 2024 | Ep. 400 - Wicked: Part One (2024) (w/ Lissa deGuzman and Jennafer Newberry) | 01:15:13 | |
To celebrate our 400th episode we had to do an equally epic movie to match this monumental milestone. Jon managed to get the standby witches on Wicked to discuss this phenomenal movie. What do you think will happen in Wicked: Part Two, or is it Wicked: For Good? Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod Threads: @butasongoid Next episode: Rudolph's Shiny New Year! | |||
| 16 Jan 2025 | Ep. 406 - Ziegfeld Follies (1945) (w/ Sierra Rein) | 01:12:52 | |
Welcome to the wonderful and opulent world of Florenz Ziegfeld...in a way. Sierra's back to discuss a movie that is a series of vignettes that stars almost every MGM big named actors. Sierra’s Instagram: @sierrarein Marquee Five: @marqueefive Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod Threads: @butasongpod Next episode: Roller Boogie! | |||
| 31 Aug 2023 | Ep. 262 - Tommy (1975) (SCT #19) (w/ Tyler Henry) | 01:04:59 | |
Tyler's back to talk about another trippy movie that both he and Jon just love, and how can you not? The two explore further into the potential symbolism that Ken Russell added, "Cousin Kevin," and the cameos. It's a total love fest for this movie. Tyler's Instagram: @tylerhenryactor Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Lisztomania! | |||
| 11 Apr 2022 | Ep. 117 - The Sound of Music (1965) (w/ Matt Koplik) | 01:15:12 | |
Well, Matt's back to talk about one of his favorite things while climbing every mountain because he has confidence in himself singing "Do-Re-Mi" and then talk about Maria and how he's sixteen going on seventeen, before saying so long and farewell to the lonely goatherd and the edelweiss on his property. The Sound of Music everyone. You're welcome. Matt's Instagram: @mattkoplik Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Fiddler on the Roof! | |||
| 17 May 2021 | Ep. 23 - Riverdale: "Big Fun" (w/ Ashley Evans) | 00:58:21 | |
The pod’s Riverdale correspondent returns to discuss “Big Fun” - the Riverdale Heathers episode. Jon loses his damn mind because he’s seen this episode about seventeen thousand times, conservatively, so he knows every micro detail of it, while Ashley is still working on her statue to Lili Reinhart. Ashley’s Socials - Facebook: Ashley Lynn Evans Instagram: @shleebalee Twitter: @ashley_fru “Short People”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S_QaZCJVPgg Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Evening Primrose! | |||
| 18 Dec 2023 | Ep. 293 - Frosty the Snowman (1969) (w/ Battles) | 00:45:49 | |
It's the holiday season, so of course we have our resident Rankin and Bass Correspondent come back on for a movie that Jon forgot had ONLY ONE SONG! But still, the two have fun this episode talking about Karen (how unfortunate that that's a character's name in this movie from 1969) and her outfit, try to figure out Frosty (the character), and talk about their childhoods (again). Battles’ Instagram: @embattz Jolly Holidays Instagram: @thejollyholidayscarolers Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Mr. Magoo's Christmas Carol! | |||
| 25 Mar 2024 | Ep. 321 - Buffy the Vampire Slayer: "Once More with Feeling" (SCT #29) (w/ Dustin Holden) | 01:10:51 | |
Dustin comes back on to talk about one of the best musical episodes of a non-musical television show ever in Jon's totally non-biased opinion. He and Jon talk about post series literature, speculate what would happen if this was earlier in the series, and break down some aspects of the series. Dustin's Socials: https://linktr.ee/DustinCanRead Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Anna and the Apocalypse (SCT #30)! | |||
| 18 Sep 2023 | Ep. 267 - Mary Poppins (1964) (w/ Diana DiCostanzo) | 01:09:15 | |
Everyone welcome back to the podcast: Diana DiCostanzo! She and Jon go back in time to talk about a nanny who is gifted and helps the father and his children reconcile their relationship by the power of song. No, it's not the Second Chance of The Sound of Music - it's Mary Poppins! The other nanny movie that Dame Julie Andrews stars in! Diana’s Twitter: @dianalikesdogs Diana’s Instagram: @dianastasia Diana’s Facebook: @dianadicostanzo Diana’s Website: www.dianadicostanzo.com Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: On the Town! | |||
| 23 Jun 2022 | Ep. 138 - Riverdale: "American Psychos" (w/ Ashley Evans) | 01:16:02 | |
Well, they did it again - Riverdale was doing so well with their musical episodes that they pulled the rug from under us. Jon and Ashley basically laugh their way through this episode, but like not laughing with the show. Huge spoiler alert if you haven't seen season six of Riverdale, and Tessa thanks for listening. Ashley’s Instagram and TikTok: @shleebalee Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory! | |||
| 06 Jun 2022 | Ep. 133 - Follow That Bird (1985) (w/ Jayson Kerr) | 00:57:53 | |
Jayson comes back on the pod to talk about Big Bird..or is this story about Ms. Finch? Any way, Jayson gives Jon directions to Sesame Street so they both can Follow That Bird. And while they do talk about the movie, they tend to veer into different childhood and other Henson Corporation properties. Jayson’s Instagram: @jaysonlkerr Jay & A Are Gay: https://www.liinks.co/jayanda_aregay Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: The King and I (1999)! | |||
| 13 May 2021 | Ep. 22 - Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog (w/ Kevin Giezy) | 00:47:15 | |
Jon goes back into the Whedonverse with Words of the Witches podcast host Kevin and delve into Dr. Horrible’s Sing-Along Blog. They speculate as to what the stage version of the web series will be, and kinda shit on Captain Hammer’s song “Man’s Gotta Do.” Kevin’s Instagram: @kjeezy87 Hanging with the Halliwells Instagram: @hangingwiththehalliwells Words of the Witches Instagram: @wordsofthewitches Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Riverdale - “Chapter Fifty-One: Big Fun”! | |||
| 11 Dec 2023 | Ep. 291 - Dicks: The Musical (2023) (w/ Scott Kurland and Shady) | 01:08:44 | |
This is one of the best episodes Jon has done. He knew just from watching the trailer that putting these two besties of the pod together to talk about this one movie would result in...well, you need to listen to it. Writer’s Bagel Basket Socials Instagram: @writersbagelbasket Hell Is A Musical Socials Instagram: @hellisamusical When Scary Met Stabby Instagram: @whenscarymetstabby Shady's Twitter: @cookieoshady Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Pee-wee's Playhouse Christmas Special! | |||
| 30 Nov 2023 | Ep. 288 - Cinderella (2021) (w/ Diana DiCostanzo and Michelle DiCostanzo) | 01:10:34 | |
From the best Cinderella to a meh but entertaining Cinderella, Jon is joined by the DiCostanzo sisters to discuss the Camila Cabello led movie. The trio talk in great length about the song choices (and they were some choices made picking these ones), their thoughts on the cast, and Jon wonders whose movie is this? Diana’s Twitter: @dianalikesdogs Diana’s Instagram: @dianastasia Diana’s Facebook: @dianadicostanzo Diana’s Website: www.dianadicostanzo.com Michelle's Instagram: @dico7490 Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Cradle Will Rock! | |||
| 16 Sep 2024 | Ep. 371 - Free to Be...You & Me (1974) (w/ Tommy Schwanfelder) | 01:06:27 | |
We finish Back to School theme episodes, Tommy introduces to Jon the semi-educational TV film Free to Be...You & Me. They break down each vignette and (mostly Jon) give their strong thoughts on the songs. Also, does anyone know why there is an ellipsis in this title? Tommy's Socials: @spectropluto Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod Threads: @butasongpod Next episode: An American Tail! | |||
| 01 Aug 2022 | Ep. 149 - Girl Crazy (1943) (w/ Lauren Gismondi) | 01:08:06 | |
Jon and Lauren jump in their jalopy and head to Cody College with Mickey Rooney and Judy Garland! There, they wonder what type of college is Cody College (Lauren does explain it but Jon's not buying it), question if all the boys at the college are really lusting after Judy or do they treat her like a sister, and Jon talks about how his expectations for "I Got Rhythm" weren't met. Lauren’s Instagram: @lagizz_sangs Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Diana: The Musical! | |||
| 09 Jan 2025 | Ep. 404 - My Sister Eileen (1955) (w/ Marc Bonanni) | 01:01:18 | |
On today's episode is a movie that both Jon and Marc think is mediocre. They try not to only talk about Wonderful Town (or at least Marc tries; Jon doesn't remember it), while praising a man named Robert Fosse. Marc's Instagram: @bwayghostlight Marc's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@broadwaybyghostlight Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod Threads: @butasongpod Next episode: Oklahoma (1999)! | |||
| 22 Apr 2024 | Ep. 329 - A Star is Born (1954) (w/ Roland Rusinek) | 01:11:24 | |
It's all about Judy Garland this episode, and week! Roland and Jon go back to 1950s Hollywood to watch technically the second remake of a movie (out of six?) and discuss their love for this movie (this version) and Judy. Jon goes on his soapbox - you have been warned. Roland's Instagram: @rolandrusinek Helluva Boss: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-uopgYBi65HwiiDR9Y23lomAkGr9mm-S Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Easter Parade! | |||
| 18 Nov 2021 | Ep. 76 - The Music Man (2003) (w/ Brittany Luberda) | 01:05:05 | |
Brittany reached out to Jon to talk about this specific movie, and it coincided with Jon's plans to do The Music Man for Episode 76 (get it?)! Buckle up because this movie is insane, and Jon has some thoughts and feelings about it - which Brittany can call out with him. Brittany's Socials - Instagram: @brittanyluberda YouTube: www.youtube.com/brittanyluberda Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: The Lion King (1994)! | |||
| 12 Sep 2022 | Ep. 161 - For Me and My Gal (1942) (w/ Sierra Rein) | 01:05:14 | |
It's the end of the Gejujugee (translated: Judy Garland and Gene Kelly) trilogy, and Jon and Sierra celebrate it by buying war bonds in Judy and Gene's first movie together that's about vaudeville? Who knows. But, Jon brings up other shows and movies that may have been influenced by this movie, Sierra gives some acting advice and tips, and they both go on a journey talking about Gene Kelly (again). Sierra’s Instagram: @sierrarein Marquee Five: @marqueefive Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: 13: The Musical! | |||
| 26 Dec 2022 | Ep. 191 - A Muppet Family Christmas (1987) (w/ Barbara Reilly, Jaclyn Reilly, and John Reilly) | 00:27:51 | |
The Reilly family is here to talk about another holiday tradition of theirs - watching A Muppet Family Christmas! Jon got his parents and sister to come on to share their thoughts on this TV special, and John (Jon's dad - note the "H") drops a theory that none of them heard before. Also, we're doing something a little different this episode. Enjoy! Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Holiday Inn! | |||
| 11 Mar 2024 | Ep. 317 - The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975) (SCT #25) (w/ Emily) | 01:03:42 | |
We're wild and untamed things this episode, where Emily from Fandom on the Rocks is back to revisit The Rocky Horror Picture Show. She has a very important question to ask Jon about the First Chance, but also has some good thoughts of the movie. Plus, Jon makes another one of his wild theories that may actually be true? Fandom on the Rocks Links: https://linktr.ee/fandomontherocks Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: In the Heights (SCT #26)! | |||
| 27 Jan 2022 | Ep. 96 - Funny Face (1957) (w/ Matt Koplik) | 01:15:28 | |
It's a long one, and we're not sorry. Matt's back on the pod to talk about his wealth of knowledge on Audrey Hepburn, as well as breaking format to discuss in length this bonkers of a movie. Jon and Matt fall in love with Kay Thompson, have thoughts on Fred Astaire's singing and dancing, and gush over the clothes. We promise you that you'll be entertained this episode - just stick through it! Matt's Instagram: @mattkoplik Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Muppet Treasure Island! | |||
| 17 Aug 2023 | Ep. 258 - Mamma Mia! (2008) (SCT #17) (w/ Matt Koplik) | 01:13:20 | |
In a truly unhinged (and lightly edited) episode, Jon and Matt discuss the movie Mamma Mia! Matt's Instagram: @mattkoplik Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again (SCT #18)! | |||
| 27 Jun 2022 | Ep. 139 - Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971) (w/ Christa Kaimimoku-Wong) | 01:01:22 | |
Christa got the golden ticket and is taking Jon to the chocolate factory this episode. They are in awe 50 years later at the practical effects, Gene Wilder's performance, and how incredibly talented the child actors are! Also, they shit on the Johnny Depp version a bit, and talk about the prequel movie! Christa's Instagram: @christakw_ Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Pitch Perfect! | |||
| 09 May 2022 | Ep. 125 - Godspell (1973) (w/ Tommy Schwanfelder) | 00:58:55 | |
Jon kicks off the Second Appearance Series with friend Tommy Schwanfelder! Tommy returns with fun facts about and his love for Godspell, talks about his Godspell memorabilia, and how impressed he is with this movie making 1970s New York City (*cough*Manhattan*cough*) look clean and empty. To be fair that is very impressive. Tommy’s Socials - @spectropluto Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: The Afterparty - "Yasper"! | |||
| 29 Dec 2022 | Ep. 192 - Holiday Inn (1942) (w/Sierra Rein) | 01:05:32 | |
Oof magoof! Well, it was bound to happen at some point on this podcast, and at least Jon took Sierra on this ride because she gets it. The two rip off the Band Aid real fast, but then eventually talk about the movie as a whole...but man, choices were made while making Holiday Inn. Sierra’s Instagram: @sierrarein Marquee Five: @marqueefive Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Aria (1987)! | |||
| 27 May 2024 | Ep. 339 - The Pajama Game (1957) (w/ Lauren Gismondi) | 00:59:46 | |
Well, because of this little gem of an insane musical Jon and Lauren talk a lot about unions. And also "Seam Heat." Lauren’s Instagram: @lagizz_sangs Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Waitress! | |||
| 02 Jan 2025 | Ep. 402 - A Star is Born (2018) (w/ Roland Rusinek) | 01:17:12 | |
We did it - we did the musical versions of A Stars is Borns. Roland is back to heavily compare this one to the others (Jon does, too), but Roland watched the technically first remake with Janet Gaynor and has some interesting similarities to this remake. Roland's Instagram: @rolandrusinek Helluva Boss: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-uopgYBi65HwiiDR9Y23lomAkGr9mm-S Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod Threads: @butasongpod Next episode: Descendants! | |||
| 16 May 2022 | Ep. 127 - The Last Unicorn (1982) (w/ Battles) | 01:04:01 | |
Battles comes back on the pod to talk about America. No, not the country: the band that had that one song "Horse with No Name" who also wrote and recorded songs for today's trauma inducing film The Last Unicorn. Jon has many questions because he neither read the book nor grew up with this movie, and Battles tries to guide him as best as she can. Also: boobs. Battles’ Instagram: @embattz (DM for Wine Box Players) Windfall Podcast Socials: @windfallpodcast Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Into the Woods! | |||
| 03 Jun 2024 | Ep. 341 - The Sound of Music Live! (2013) (w/ Colden Lamb) | 01:12:53 | |
We're kicking off Live Month on the pod with The Sound of Music Live! Colden comes back to not to talk shit about Carrie Underwood because he and Jon agree that while she was good this was not the choice for her. And they spend the rest of the episode talking about other aspects of this live event. Colden's Social - Instagram: @coldenlamb Website: www.coldenlamb.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ColdenLamb A Marc Blitzstein Archive YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BlitzsteinArchive Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Peter Pan Live! | |||
| 01 Apr 2024 | Ep. 323 - The Court Jester (1955) (w/ Colden Lamb) | 01:05:44 | |
Colden's back with a comedy movie that is just fine. Nothing crazy, no need to know about an obscure type of theatre - just a run of the mill comedy musical movie. But, because Colden is on things get a little zany. Colden's Social - Instagram: @coldenlamb Website: www.coldenlamb.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ColdenLamb A Marc Blitzstein Archive YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BlitzsteinArchive Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: "The Mystic Crystal"! | |||
| 11 Mar 2021 | Ep. 4 - Scrubs: "My Musical" (w/ Shady) | 00:54:44 | |
Jon dragged his Movie Deja Vu co-host onto this side project, and they gleefully discuss Scrub's musical episode. Though they both have history with the show, does it really hold up? Shady's Twitter: @cookieoshady Movie Deja Vu is available wherever you get your podcasts Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Cats! | |||
| 25 Feb 2021 | Ep. 0 - Previews | 00:01:11 | |
We nailed the out-of-town tryout and now we're finalizing before our Opening Night. Please enjoy. Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod | |||
| 06 Apr 2023 | Ep. 220 - The 5000 Fingers of Dr. T (1953) (w/ Colden Lamb) | 01:04:58 | |
It's Seussian time! Colden introduces to Jon a Dr. Seuss original movie - meaning not based off one of his books - that may have been the precursor to a bunch of things. The two discuss their theories as to what the movie's about, how they would change it for the stage, and Colden drops a lot of information that he's researched over the years. Colden's Website: www.coldenlamb.com Colden's Instagram: @coldenlamb Podcast Socials - Email: butasongpod@gmail.com Facebook: @butasongpod Instagram: @butasongpod TikTok: @butasongpod Twitter: @butasongpod Next episode: Cats Don't Dance! | |||