Sugar. Butter. Flour. And a lengthy discussion on the realism of this show. Jon's a first time viewer, and absolutely loved it! And both Battles and Jon try really hard not to cry. It's "Life's But A Song Pie"!Battles’ Instagram: @embattzCharms 4 Less Instagram/TikTok: @charms4lessseriesPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: The Sound of Music Live!

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_sangsPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Waitress!

Kendra's back to chip away at the rest of the Disney Renaissance movies with the most iconic one: Beauty and the Beast. She and Jon break down the songs, Jon nerds out on the costumes for the stage productions (obviously), and the two try not to use their logic brain as much but still have questions.Crushgasm's Links: https://linktr.ee/CrushgasmKendra's Blog: www.kenrawritesstuff.comFood Show Fanatics Links: https://linktr.ee/foodshowfanaticsHappened in the 90s Instagram: @happenedinthe90sPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: The Pajama Game!

Summer's almost here, so Tommy decided to take us to the beach with Annette and Annette's Husband! (AKA "The Big Kahuna")! In the episode, Tommy and Jon poke at the plot holes of the movie, figure out what they don't like about Annette's ponytail, and discuss the cameos...plus surfing!Tommy's Socials: @spectroplutoPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Beauty and the Beast (1991)!

Aaron comes back to the pod to bring us to The Little Sisters of Hoboken's fundraiser! These nuns are so talented! And literally can do it all!Aaron's Socials: @trueaaronchoiPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Back to the Beach!

Aaron's back to continue on his Magic Flute journey with Jon with the 1975 Swedish film by Ingmar Bergman. The two have a lot to say about this one, especially the girl in the audience who they assume is Bergman's daughter. Also, Jon thinks this movie failed in its own concept.Sacred Lore of Witchcraft Linktree: https://lnk.bio/StorybookPodcastPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Nunsense!

Blanche picked this movie so she and Jon can basically talk about Riverdale. They do get into this spectacular movie, but Blanche is going only from memory and Jon is her sherpa.Blanche's Instagram: @blanketjuiceThe Afictionados Links: https://linktr.ee/theafictionadosPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Trollflöjten!

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/DustinCanReadPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: The Archies!

We did it! We completed the whole Inside saga! Ashley is back to delve into the outtakes while she and Jon try to classify what this is, and the two express their love for Bo Burnham in different ways.If you or someone else you know is struggling with their mental health or thoughts of suicide, information and resources are available at www.wannatalkaboutit.com.Ashley Evans: @shleebaleePodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Hamlet 2!

Ashley takes Jon on a journey to revisit the pandemic this episode, and his response is not what she was hoping for.If you or someone else you know is struggling with their mental health or thoughts of suicide, information and resources are available at www.wannatalkaboutit.com.Ashley Evans: @shleebaleePodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Bo Burnham: The Inside Outtakes)!

Jon accidentally made this Judy Week on the podcast, and Lauren and Sierra are here to break down her only film with Fred Astaire (maybe?). The trio also discuss and critique some of Irving Berlin's songs, express their love to Ann Miller, and figure out the love blob. Lauren's Instagram: @lagizz_sangsSierra’s Instagram: @sierrareinMarquee Five: @marqueefivePodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Bo Burnham: Inside!

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: @rolandrusinekHelluva Boss: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-uopgYBi65HwiiDR9Y23lomAkGr9mm-SPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Easter Parade!

Welcome to Hell! Scott is back to talk about the mind blowing amazing season that is The Good Place...I mean, Hazbin Hotel! We talk about our love for the animation style, speculate (a lot) on what we think will happen in season two, and "Poison" (enough said).Writer’s Bagel Basket Socials Instagram: @writersbagelbasketHell Is A Musical Socials Instagram: @hellisamusicalWhen Scary Met Stabby Instagram: @whenscarymetstabbyPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: A Star is Born (1954)!

We're doing another crossover! Jon picked this episode to talk with Steven and Mary because he wanted to hear some of their responses to of some of the outdated material in the show. What Jon didn't expect was to giggle the whole episode, hear an in depth origin story of how Mary and Steven met, and to dig deep into this musical.From the Top! link: https://linktr.ee/fromthetoppodcastPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Hazbin Hotel: Season 1!

Marc comes back in a cease fire to bond with Jon over this insanely awesome movie that is totally a musical!Marc's Instagram: @bwayghostlightMarc's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@broadwaybyghostlightPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Legally Blonde the Musical!

Jon, Lauren and Gabby are very angry, and they don't know who suggested this garbage episode of television. It's a whodunit with discussions about Stephen Collins, some of their remembrances of the series as a whole, and look back at the time period of this show. Listen to the end to find out who actually suggested it.Gabby's Instagram: @gabsgismondiLauren’s Instagram: @lagizz_sangsPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Tenacious D in the Pick of Destiny!

Jon hands over the reins of the episode to Battles because the two talk about Ninja Sex Party's "The Mystic Crystal"! Jon accidentally calls it "The Mythic Crystal," and apologized to Battles for his blunder, but Jon's now a convert and bought some albums!Battles’ Instagram: @embattzCharms 4 Less Instagram/TikTok: @charms4lessseriesPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: 7th Heaven: "Red Socks"!

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: @coldenlambWebsite: www.coldenlamb.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ColdenLambA Marc Blitzstein Archive YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BlitzsteinArchivePodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: "The Mystic Crystal"!

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: @blanketjuiceThe Afictionados Links: https://linktr.ee/theafictionadosPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: The Court Jester!

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/DustinCanReadPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Anna and the Apocalypse (SCT #30)!

We've got Annie, again for the fourth time. Arianna joins us in Second Chance Month to talk about the adorable little red headed orphan girl who is very optimistic. She and Jon want to say the movie goes to Rockefeller Center (it doesn't), but also the two discuss what wouldn't be done if this was made today, and Jon wants to know why bring the puppet to the radio station?!?Arianna’s Socials -Instagram/TikTok: @ladyaria_Website: www.ariannaarmon.comDead Man’s Toe Productions Instagram: @dmt.prodPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: "Once More with Feeling" (SCT #29)!

Sierra just stayed in France from the last time we saw her, but this time with Fred Astaire! She has some thoughts on the First Chance, plus provides some fun facts about the movie as well as a dive into Dovima's life, and she remembers Bess!Sierra’s Instagram: @sierrareinMarquee Five: @marqueefivePodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Annie (1982) (SCT #28)!

Ashley comes back on to try something different, and to do her first Second Chance episode. She and Jon praise this movie, have a few questions that maybe one of you can answer, and get into the fantasy of this film. Also: how New York-y can two New Yorkers get in one episode?Ashley Evans: @shleebaleePodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Funny Face (SCT #27)!

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/fandomontherocksPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: In the Heights (SCT #26)!

We're heading back to Paddy's Pub this episode to revisit Charlie's original musical The Nightman Cometh! Kendra's back to flex her It's Always Sunny trivia and knowledge, but also give us a little surprise at the beginning.Crushgasm's Links: https://linktr.ee/CrushgasmKendra's Blog: www.kenrawritesstuff.comFood Show Fanatics Links: https://linktr.ee/foodshowfanaticsHappened in the 90s Instagram: @happenedinthe90sPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: The Rocky Horror Picture Show (SCT #25)!

We're kicking off Second Chance Month with a movie classic. Jay's back to talk about White Christmas when it's nowhere near the holiday season, because Jon makes the rules! The two get more in depth with the movie, fawn over Rosemary Clooney, and Jon actually sounds like he knows what he's saying this episode.Beards and Sundries Socials: @beardsandsundriesPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia: "The Nightman Cometh" (SCT #24)!

Christian came back to talk about the little orphan with a bright future. No, it's not ANOTHER Annie - Oliver! The Dickensian story of a child in poverty who is just trying to survive in the Industrial Age of London. And screaming/singing really high notes. Good times.Christian's Instagram: @bookaholic_221That Ol' Gay Classic Cinema's Instagram: @thatolgayclassiccinemaIvory Tower Boiler Room's Link: https://linktr.ee/ivorytowerboilerroomPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: White Christmas (SCT #23)!

We welcome new guest Michael Valvo to the podcast with an introductory episode based on the first musical episode of a television show (maybe, can anyone confirm?). Michael gets to flex his knowledge on all things Lucy while talking about "The Operetta" episode.Michael's Instagram: @michaelvalvo1The Old Souls Club Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Vah5gHSDVD30IfamnqXt3?utm_medium=share&utm_source=linktreePodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Oliver!

In a truly unhinged and chaotic episode, Jon paired together besties of the pod Sierra and Roland to talk about a bizarre and quintessentially French movie that is a sequel to a movie Jon and Roland covered, and has Gene Kelly in it!Sierra’s Instagram: @sierrareinMarquee Five: @marqueefiveRoland's Instagram: @rolandrusinekHelluva Boss: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-uopgYBi65HwiiDR9Y23lomAkGr9mm-SPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: I Love Lucy: "The Operetta"!

Both Arianna and Aaron contacted Jon to do this movie and talked it up as being crazy, but it didn't deliver. It was just a meh movie, but with some great singers.Arianna’s Socials -Instagram/TikTok: @ladyaria_Website: www.ariannaarmon.comDead Man’s Toe Productions Instagram: @dmt.prodSacred Lore of Witchcraft Linktree: https://lnk.bio/StorybookPodcastPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: The Young Girls of Rochefort!

Happy belated Valentine's Day y'all! Shady's back and made Jon watch this hot deuce of a "motion picture." The two rip into whatever this thing is that they watched by trying to figure out whether this was made by AI, Dhar Mann Studios, or both...?Shady's Twitter: @cookieoshadyMovie Deja Vu's Socials -Instagram: @moviedejavupodTwitter: @moviedejavuPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: The Magic Flute (2022)!

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: @lxurengitisPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Country Crush!

We're continuing on with the holy grail of DCOM trilogies: High School Musical 2! Jaclyn comes back to talk about how "I Don't Dance" broke her, the stellar choreography, and she and Jon talk about personal ties they have with this movie.Cinema Weekly Website (for Kick Rocks): http://www.cinemageekly.comPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: High School Musical 3: Senior Year!

We're doing another DCOM trilogy, but this one, as DSpeeds says, is iconic.Derek's Instagram: @dspeeds23Podcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: High School Musical 2!

Well this episode didn't go as planned...Marc's Instagram: @bwayghostlightMarc's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@broadwaybyghostlightTommy's Socials: @spectroplutoPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: High School Musical!

Jim comes back on the pod to not cover a Ken Russell movie, but instead Trey Parker and Matt Stone's first film. He and Jon talk about the history of Alfred Packer (somewhat), how this movie parodies classic Hollywood, and break down how funny this movie is!Film Rage Socials: @filmrageyycPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Li'l Abner!

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: @notmyfantasypodPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Cannibal! The Musical!

Scotty's back to delve into another Roald Dahl related property - the prequel to Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (the movie, not really the book). He and Jon talk about the cast and who could have been cast at Wonka, break down some of the songs, and compare this to Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory.Writer’s Bagel Basket Socials Instagram: @writersbagelbasketHell Is A Musical Socials Instagram: @hellisamusicalWhen Scary Met Stabby Instagram: @whenscarymetstabbyPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Mean Girls (2024)!

Jayson's back to do another Lonny Price/Lincoln Center concert, but this time it's Sweeney Todd! He and Jon love the cast (Audra, duh), have a fun time with the concept, and go off on so many tangents. All in all, it's a fun episode about a singing murderer.This episode is dedicated to Matt Koplik - Jon finally watched a stage production!Jayson’s Instagram: @jaysonlkerrPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Wonka!

Hello, we're Jon, Gosz and Fotos, and we're here to talk about Matilda! In a very rare moment, Jon leads the conversation about his knowledge of the musical because he actually did the work (SHOCKED!). They also all geek out over the music, while oh so subtly plugging the new musical by Gosz and Fotos.Gosz and Fotos Socials: @goszandfotosPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Live from Lincoln Center: "Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street - In Concert with the New York Philharmonic"!

Jon got a panel together to discuss and nerd out on all things Riverdale (potentially for the last time). Joined by his Riverdale Correspondent and a bunch of new faces, he turned this episode into a bit of a game by discussing some of the songs that were sung in Riverdale outside the musical episodes.Also: 300 EPISODES!!!!!The Afictionados' Linktree: https://linktr.ee/theafictionadosBlanche's Instagram: @blanketjuiceRobyn's Instagram: @robynejeffreyThe Rivertales Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/rivertalespodAshley's Instagram and TikTok: @shleebaleeTaylor's Instagram: @heyitstaylorraeHustle & Shine Boutique's Instagram: @hustleandshineboutiquePodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Roald Dahl's Matilda the Musical!

Elvis has entered the pod. Tyler is back to talk about the King and what he means to him, while Jon is focused on the Baz Luhrmann side of things. What they both love is the massive talent of the two main actors, and how Tom Hanks is playing a villain (for once?).Tyler's Instagram: @tylerhenryactorPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: The Music of Riverdale!

We're delving into a Fred and Ginger movie this episode! Jon, Lauren and Sierra break down the movie Top Hat from the queer coding to the fashion, and make connections to events in former episodes.Lauren's Instagram: @lagizz_sangsSierra’s Instagram: @sierrareinMarquee Five: @marqueefivePodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Elvis (2022)!

It's been a minute since we've hate watched something on the pod, but Arianna came on a while ago and suggested we hate watch this and didn't disappoint. How do we stop Andrew Lloyd Webber?Arianna’s Socials -Instagram/TikTok: @ladyaria_Website: www.ariannaarmon.comDead Man’s Toe Productions Instagram: @dmt.prodPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Top Hat!

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: @lostinblockbusterPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Love Never Dies!

Jon and Roland dive into a Henson property this episode by way of O. Henry. The two express their emotions (a lot of them) during the episode, talk about the beauty in the songs, and are perplexed by how they did a lot of the puppetry.Roland's Instagram: @rolandrusinekPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Eight Crazy Nights!

It wouldn't be a holiday season on this podcast if we didn't cover a version of A Christmas Carol. Enter bestie of the pod Colden - he introduces Jon to the first animated Christmas special and to the world of Mr. Magoo by way of Mr. Magoo acting in a Broadway production of A Christmas Carol.Colden's Social -Instagram: @coldenlambWebsite: www.coldenlamb.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ColdenLambPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas!

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: @embattzJolly Holidays Instagram: @thejollyholidayscarolersPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: Mr. Magoo's Christmas Carol!