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Survival Jobs Podcast
A podcast spotlighting artists, their side hustles, and passions hosted by Samantha Tuozzolo and Jason A. Coombs in collaboration with Broadway World and Broadway Podcast Network. New episode every Thursday!
Episode 62 | Apollo Levine: ”Candy Choir”
Happy Black History Month, Survivors! Your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo are back with the massively charming and thoughtful triple threat Apollo Levine, who made his Broadway debut last year in “MJ”! On the one year anniversary of the show, Apollo shares his audition process for the musical and why audiences should flock to the theatre to see this epic production!
Before closing out the episode with an exciting game of “80s Pop Star Trivia”, Apollo shares how he navigated bringing the role of the infamous ‘Joe Jackson’ to life on the Broadway stage. Tickets for “MJ” are available at the official website here.
Episode 62 opens with Samantha and Jason sharing a mic check where they discuss the Foundation House Artist Residency and the importance of being “selfull” as a working artist. The audio can be found here on Broadway World and on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible or any of your other favorite podcast apps.
You can support the podcast and the hosts at www.buymeacoffee.com/SurvivalJobsPod and on Instagram at @surivaljobspod | @SammyTutz | @JasonACoombs.
Info on Apollo Levine:
Follow Apollo on Instagram
Follow Apollo on Twitter
"MJ" Tickets
Lizzo Live in concert on HBO Max
Mic Check Links:
Survival Jobs Broadway World Video/Article
The Crabby Cabaret: "A Not So Happy Valentine's Show" at the Bijou Theatre Tickets
Important Links:
Native Land Map
US Interior Indian Affairs
NPR: "How To Help Puerto Rico" Article
How to Help the People of Florida Article
Abortion Funds Website
Plan C Pills Website
National Write Your Congressman Link
How to help Uvalde families NPR Article
Check out Six Ways to Help the Buffalo Shooting Victims
Check out Nine Ways to Be a Better Ally to Black People
Register to VOTE here
Where to Donate to Support Access to Abortions Right Now
Info on Your Hosts:
Broadway World Article on our Season 2 Launch Party
Follow Samantha: Instagram. | Samantha's Official Website here
Follow Jason on Instagram | Twitter.
Check out Jason's Official Website here
Check out and support The Bridgeport Film Fest
Support Us... Please!
If you're feeling generous, Buy Us A Coffee HERE!
Please don't become complacent:
Support the Black Mamas Matter Alliance
Support Families Detained and Separated at the Border.
Support the AAPI Civic Engagement Fund.
Support Black Trans Folx here
Donate to the Community League of the Heights (CLOTH)
Support the People of Palestine
How to be an Ally to the AAPI Community
168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color
The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up
PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate
Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs
Opening and Closing Theme Music: "One Love" by Beats by Danny | Game Music: "Wake Up" by MBB.
If you enjoy Survival Jobs: A Podcast be sure to subscribe and follow us on your preferred podcast listening app! Also, feel free to follow us on Instagram and Twitter! Thank you!!
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45:3802/02/2023
Episode 61 | Dan Micciche: ”Frette Sheets”
Your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo are back with the incredibly talented, funny and charismatic musical director and conductor, Dan Micciche, who shares how he transitioned from working as an actor in the Broadway musical “Chicago” to the musical director of one of the most iconic shows in Broadway history! Dan also gives us an inside glimpse of the day in the life of a musical director on Broadway!
Before closing out the episode with a hilarious game of "Liza with a ‘Z’ Trivia”, Dan shares the importance of creating ‘Preparation Meets Opportunity’ when you’re a working artist.
Episode 61 opens with Samantha and Jason sharing a mic check where they discuss past guest April Matthis and her work in August Wilson’s “The Piano Lesson” which is currently playing at the Barrymore Theatre until Sunday, January 29, 2023. The audio can be found here on Broadway World and on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible or any of your other favorite podcast apps.
You can support the podcast and the hosts at www.buymeacoffee.com/SurvivalJobsPod and on Instagram at @surivaljobspod | @SammyTutz | @JasonACoombs.
Info on Dan Micciche:
Follow Dan on Instagram
Follow Dan on Twitter
Mic Check Links:
Survival Jobs Broadway World Video/Article
August Wilson's "The Piano Lesson" on Broadway
The Crabby Cabaret: "A Not So Happy Valentine's Show" at the Bijou Theatre Tickets
The Crystal Theatre in Norwalk, CT
Important Links:
Native Land Map
US Interior Indian Affairs
NPR: "How To Help Puerto Rico" Article
How to Help the People of Florida Article
Abortion Funds Website
Plan C Pills Website
National Write Your Congressman Link
How to help Uvalde families NPR Article
Check out Six Ways to Help the Buffalo Shooting Victims
Check out Nine Ways to Be a Better Ally to Black People
Register to VOTE here
Where to Donate to Support Access to Abortions Right Now
Info on Your Hosts:
Broadway World Article on our Season 2 Launch Party
Follow Samantha: Instagram. | Samantha's Official Website here
Follow Jason on Instagram | Twitter.
Check out Jason's Official Website here
Check out and support The Bridgeport Film Fest
Support Us... Please!
If you're feeling generous, Buy Us A Coffee HERE!
Please don't become complacent:
Support the Black Mamas Matter Alliance
Support Families Detained and Separated at the Border.
Support the AAPI Civic Engagement Fund.
Support Black Trans Folx here
Donate to the Community League of the Heights (CLOTH)
Support the People of Palestine
How to be an Ally to the AAPI Community
168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color
The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up
PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate
Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs
Opening and Closing Theme Music: "One Love" by Beats by Danny | Game Music: "Wake Up" by MBB.
If you enjoy Survival Jobs: A Podcast be sure to subscribe and follow us on your preferred podcast listening app! Also, feel free to follow us on Instagram and Twitter! Thank you!!
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01:00:0126/01/2023
Episode 60 | Sarah Ann Masse: ”She Said”
Your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo are back with the dynamic multi-hyphenated actor and filmmaker Sarah Ann Masse, who dishes on her role as New York Times journalist Emily Steel in the Universal Pictures film “She Said”. The groundbreaking film was recently chosen as AFI’s “Movie of the Year” for its “contribution to America’s cultural legacy”! Sarah also shares what inspired her to create “Hire Survivors Hollywood” an initiative that works to end retaliation against survivors of sexual violence within the entertainment industry.
Before closing out the episode with a fun game of "Comedic Female Trivia”, Sarah shares the importance of creating your own work as an actor! “She Said” can be currently streamed on Peacock and Amazon Prime.
The episode opens with Samantha and Jason sharing a mic check where they discuss a few recent films that have brought them joy including “M3gan”, “The Fabelmans”, “The Menu” and more!. The audio can be found here on Broadway World and on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible or any of your other favorite podcast apps.
You can support the podcast and the hosts at www.buymeacoffee.com/SurvivalJobsPod and on Instagram at @surivaljobspod | @SammyTutz | @JasonACoombs.
Info on Sarah Ann Masse:
Follow Sarah on Instagram
Follow April on Twitter
"SHE SAID" Watch On Demand Now!
We are Thomasse Sketches
Hire Survivors Hollywood
"Tristan and Kelly" Trailer
Mic Check Links:
Survival Jobs Broadway World Video/Article
Important Links:
Native Land Map
US Interior Indian Affairs
NPR: "How To Help Puerto Rico" Article
How to Help the People of Florida Article
Abortion Funds Website
Plan C Pills Website
National Write Your Congressman Link
How to help Uvalde families NPR Article
Check out Six Ways to Help the Buffalo Shooting Victims
Check out Nine Ways to Be a Better Ally to Black People
Register to VOTE here
Where to Donate to Support Access to Abortions Right Now
Info on Your Hosts:
Follow Samantha: Instagram. | Samantha's Official Website here
Follow Jason on Instagram | Twitter.
Broadway World Article on our Season 2 Launch Party
Check out Jason's Official Website here
Check out and support The Bridgeport Film Fest
Support Us... Please!
If you're feeling generous, Buy Us A Coffee HERE!
Please don't become complacent:
Support the Black Mamas Matter Alliance
Support Families Detained and Separated at the Border.
Support the AAPI Civic Engagement Fund.
Support Black Trans Folx here
Donate to the Community League of the Heights (CLOTH)
Support the People of Palestine
How to be an Ally to the AAPI Community
168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color
The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up
PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate
Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs
Opening and Closing Theme Music: "One Love" by Beats by Danny | Game Music: "Wake Up" by MBB.
If you enjoy Survival Jobs: A Podcast be sure to subscribe and follow us on your preferred podcast listening app! Also, feel free to follow us on Instagram and Twitter! Thank you!!
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01:01:5019/01/2023
Episode 59 | April Matthis: ”Six Shifts”
Happy 2023 Survivors!!
Your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo are back with Obie Award winner April Matthis, who is making her Broadway debut as ‘Grace’ in August Wilson’s “The Piano Lesson” gives us the inside scoop on what it is like working on the highest grossing August Wilson play in Broadway history! Before closing out the episode with a fun game of ‘Broadway Debut Trivia”, April shares some very insightful advice for listeners who are stuck in a survival job they don’t enjoy as they are pursuing a career in the arts. August Wilson’s “The Piano Lesson” is currently playing at the Barrymore Theatre and tickets are on sale until Sunday, January 29, 2023.
The episode opens with Samantha and Jason sharing a mic check where they discuss Jason’s appearance on SNL in December and the recent Netflix Docuseries where he is credited as an Associate Archival Producer. Plus Samantha shares why Jennifer Coolidge’s Golden Globe speech resonated with her so strongly. The audio can be found here on Broadway World and on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible or any of your other favorite podcast apps.
You can support the podcast and the hosts at www.buymeacoffee.com/SurvivalJobsPod and on Instagram at @surivaljobspod | @SammyTutz | @JasonACoombs.
Info on April Matthis:
Follow April on Instagram
Follow April on Twitter
Tickets for August Wilson's "The Piano Lesson"
Mic Check Links:
Survival Jobs Broadway World Video/Article
Watch Jason on SNL
Watch "Harry and Meghan"
Watch Jennifer Coolidge's Golden Globe Speech
Important Links:
Native Land Map
US Interior Indian Affairs
NPR: "How To Help Puerto Rico" Article
How to Help the People of Florida Article
Abortion Funds Website
Plan C Pills Website
National Write Your Congressman Link
How to help Uvalde families NPR Article
Check out Six Ways to Help the Buffalo Shooting Victims
Check out Nine Ways to Be a Better Ally to Black People
Register to VOTE here
Where to Donate to Support Access to Abortions Right Now
Info on Your Hosts:
Follow Samantha: Instagram. | Samantha's Official Website here
Follow Jason on Instagram | Twitter.
Broadway World Article on our Season 2 Launch Party
Check out Jason's Official Website here
Check out and support The Bridgeport Film Fest
Support Us... Please!
If you're feeling generous, Buy Us A Coffee HERE!
Please don't become complacent:
Support the Black Mamas Matter Alliance
Support Families Detained and Separated at the Border.
Support the AAPI Civic Engagement Fund.
Support Black Trans Folx here
Donate to the Community League of the Heights (CLOTH)
Support the People of Palestine
How to be an Ally to the AAPI Community
168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color
The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up
PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate
Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs
Opening and Closing Theme Music: "One Love" by Beats by Danny | Game Music: "Wake Up" by MBB.
If you enjoy Survival Jobs: A Podcast be sure to subscribe and follow us on your preferred podcast listening app! Also, feel free to follow us on Instagram and Twitter! Thank you!!
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01:01:4212/01/2023
Episode 58 | Robin De Jesús: ”Welcome to Chippendales”
Your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo are back with the three Time Tony Award Nominee Robin de Jesús, who can be currently seen in the new Hulu original limited series “Welcome to Chippendales”! Robin gives us the inside scoop on what audiences can expect over the course of the show, why audiences need to tune in week to week and what his audition process was like for the role of ‘Ray Colon’.
Before closing out the episode with a fun game of ‘Name Your Co-Stars’, Robin shares how he became a voting member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences this past year, what the reception has been like for his Oscar nominated film, “Tick Tick Boom” directed by Lin Manuel Miranda and his exciting recent sit down interview with Jennifer Hudson on the “Jennifer Hudson Show”!
The episode opens with Samantha and Jason sharing a mic check where they share what they are most thankful for as 2022 is coming to a close! Survival Jobs: A Podcast will be on a short holiday break and will return early January with brand new episodes to conclude their second season. The audio can be found here on Broadway World and on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible or any of your other favorite podcast apps.
You can support the podcast and the hosts at www.buymeacoffee.com/SurvivalJobsPod and on Instagram at @surivaljobspod | @SammyTutz | @JasonACoombs.
Info on Robin de Jesús:
Follow Robin on Instagram
Follow Robin on Twitter
Watch "Welcome to Chippendales"
Watch "Tick Tick Boom"
Check out Robin's IMDB Page!
Check out Robin on "The Jennifer Hudson Show"
Check out a clip from "Santiago from the Sea"
Mic Check Links:
Survival Jobs Broadway World Video/Article
Important Links:
Native Land Map
US Interior Indian Affairs
NPR: "How To Help Puerto Rico" Article
How to Help the People of Florida Article
Abortion Funds Website
Plan C Pills Website
National Write Your Congressman Link
How to help Uvalde families NPR Article
Check out Six Ways to Help the Buffalo Shooting Victims
Check out Nine Ways to Be a Better Ally to Black People
Register to VOTE here
Where to Donate to Support Access to Abortions Right Now
Info on Your Hosts:
Follow Samantha: Instagram. | Samantha's Official Website here
Follow Jason on Instagram | Twitter.
Broadway World Article on our Season 2 Launch Party
Check out Jason's Official Website here
Check out and support The Bridgeport Film Fest
Support Us... Please!
If you're feeling generous, Buy Us A Coffee HERE!
Please don't become complacent:
Support the Black Mamas Matter Alliance
Support Families Detained and Separated at the Border.
Support the AAPI Civic Engagement Fund.
Support Black Trans Folx here
Donate to the Community League of the Heights (CLOTH)
Support the People of Palestine
How to be an Ally to the AAPI Community
168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color
The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up
PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate
Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs
Opening and Closing Theme Music: "One Love" by Beats by Danny | Game Music: "Wake Up" by MBB.
If you enjoy Survival Jobs: A Podcast be sure to subscribe and follow us on your preferred podcast listening app! Also, feel free to follow us on Instagram and Twitter! Thank you!!
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01:00:1201/12/2022
Episode 57 | Dan Rosales: ”Full Circle”
Your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo are back with actor and voiceover artist, Dan Rosales who gives us the inside scoop on his new audio comedy podcast “Rolling Calls” currently streaming on Broadway Podcast Network! Dan also shares his experience recording episodes virtually and working alongside the “Rolling Calls” writing team of veterans David Greenberg and Steve Rosen.
ABOUT “ROLLING CALLS” - Visit bpn.fm/rollingcalls
Before closing out the episode with a fun ‘Broadway Word Association’ game, Dan shares what it was like performing as Lin Manuel Miranda in front of Lin Manuel Miranda in the off-Broadway production of ‘Spamilton’. Dan can next be seen in the Old Globe production of ‘Ebenezer Scrooge’s BIG San Diego Christmas Show’ running from November November 23 thru December 29! Tickets are currently on sale here.
The episode opens with a mic check where Samantha and Jason discuss the opening night of KIMBERLY AKIMBO and Black Panther: Wakanda Forever currently in theatres. Exclusive Survival Job videos can be found here on Broadway World and the audio can be found on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible or any of your other favorite podcast apps.
You can support the podcast and the hosts at www.buymeacoffee.com/SurvivalJobsPod and on Instagram at @surivaljobspod | @SammyTutz | @JasonACoombs.
Info on Dan Rosales:
Follow Dan on Instagram
Follow Dan on Twitter
Check out Dan's website here
Listen to the "Rolling Calls" Podcast
‘Ebenezer Scrooge’s BIG San Diego Christmas Show'
Mic Check Links:
Survival Jobs Broadway World Video/Article
Black Panther 2: Wakanda Forever Trailer
Important Links:
Native Land Map
US Interior Indian Affairs
NPR: "How To Help Puerto Rico" Article
How to Help the People of Florida Article
Abortion Funds Website
Plan C Pills Website
National Write Your Congressman Link
How to help Uvalde families NPR Article
Check out Six Ways to Help the Buffalo Shooting Victims
Check out Nine Ways to Be a Better Ally to Black People
Register to VOTE here
Where to Donate to Support Access to Abortions Right Now
Info on Your Hosts:
Follow Samantha: Instagram. | Samantha's Official Website here
Follow Jason on Instagram | Twitter.
Broadway World Article on our Season 2 Launch Party
Check out Jason's Official Website here
Check out and support The Bridgeport Film Fest
Support Us... Please!
If you're feeling generous, Buy Us A Coffee HERE!
Please don't become complacent:
Support the Black Mamas Matter Alliance
Support Families Detained and Separated at the Border.
Support the AAPI Civic Engagement Fund.
Support Black Trans Folx here
Donate to the Community League of the Heights (CLOTH)
Support the People of Palestine
How to be an Ally to the AAPI Community
168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color
The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up
PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate
Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs
Opening and Closing Theme Music: "One Love" by Beats by Danny | Game Music: "Wake Up" by MBB.
If you enjoy Survival Jobs: A Podcast be sure to subscribe and follow us on your preferred podcast listening app! Also, feel free to follow us on Instagram and Twitter! Thank you!!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
40:2917/11/2022
Episode 56 | Corey Mach: ”A New York Day”
Your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo are back with the prolific and mega-talented “Merrily We Roll Along” actor, Corey Mach. Corey gives us a glimpse into his creative journey from being a church pianist to booking his first national tour a few days after moving to New York City! He also gives us the inside scoop into the rehearsal process of the upcoming New York Theatre Workshop's production of the Stephen Sondheim and George Furth musical MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, where he is working alongside Broadway veterans Jonathan Groff, Lindsay Mendez, Daniel Radcliffe and ‘Survival Jobs’ alumni, Krystal Joy Brown and Evan Alexander Smith!
Before closing out the episode with a super fun ‘Popstars on Broadway’ trivia game, Corey shares what led him to create the successful Broadway Sings Concert Series which is gearing up for its next production of “Broadway Sings Mariah Carey: A Holiday Spectacular” on Monday, December 5!
The episode opens with a mic check where Samantha and Jason share ways we all can celebrate Native American History Month this November, Ben Platt and Michaela Diamond in “Parade”, the second season of HBO’s White Lotus and the Crabby Cabaret Concert this Sunday, November 13 at the Bijou Theatre as part of the Bridgeport Art Trail in Bridgeport, CT. Exclusive Survival Job videos can be found here on Broadway World and the audio can be found on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible or any of your other favorite podcast apps.
You can support the podcast and the hosts at www.buymeacoffee.com/SurvivalJobsPod and on Instagram at @surivaljobspod | @SammyTutz | @JasonACoombs.
Info on Corey Mach:
Follow Corey: Instagram
Check out Corey's website here
MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG at NY Theatre Workshop Info and Tickets
“Broadway Sings Mariah Carey: A Holiday Spectacular" Tickets
Brandy as Roxie Hart on Broadway in Bryant Park
Mic Check Links:
Survival Jobs Broadway World Video/Article
Native Land Map
US Interior Indian Affairs
Crabby Cabaret Concert Tickets
HBO's White Lotus Season 2 Trailer
Important Links:
NPR: "How To Help Puerto Rico" Article
How to Help the People of Florida Article
Abortion Funds Website
Plan C Pills Website
National Write Your Congressman Link
How to help Uvalde families NPR Article
Check out Six Ways to Help the Buffalo Shooting Victims
Check out Nine Ways to Be a Better Ally to Black People
Register to VOTE here
Where to Donate to Support Access to Abortions Right Now
Info on Your Hosts:
Follow Samantha: Instagram. | Samantha's Official Website here
Follow Jason on Instagram | Twitter.
Broadway World Article on our Season 2 Launch Party
Check out Jason's Official Website here
Check out and support The Bridgeport Film Fest
Support Us... Please!
If you're feeling generous, Buy Us A Coffee HERE!
Please don't become complacent:
Support the Black Mamas Matter Alliance
Support Families Detained and Separated at the Border.
Support the AAPI Civic Engagement Fund.
Support Black Trans Folx here
Donate to the Community League of the Heights (CLOTH)
Support the People of Palestine
How to be an Ally to the AAPI Community
168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color
The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up
PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate
Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs
Opening and Closing Theme Music: "One Love" by Beats by Danny | Game Music: "Wake Up" by MBB.
If you enjoy Survival Jobs: A Podcast be sure to subscribe and follow us on your preferred podcast listening app! Also, feel free to follow us on Instagram and Twitter! Thank you!!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
01:09:2310/11/2022
Episode 55 | Evan Alexander Smith: ”Canada’s Finest”
Your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo are back with the talented, genuine and gracious “Merrily We Roll Along” actor, Evan Alexander Smith. Evan gives us a glimpse into his acting journey from doing regional theatre in Canada to booking the first national tour of THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG and his first Broadway gig, AMAZING GRACE. He also gives us a glimpse into the rehearsal room of New York Theatre Workshop's production of the Stephen Sondheim and George Furth musical MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, where he is working alongside Broadway veterans Jonathan Groff, Lindsay Mendez, Daniel Radcliffe and ‘Survival Jobs’ alum, Krystal Joy Brown!
Before closing out the episode with an amusing ‘Name that Canadian’ trivia game, Evan shares why being an audition reader is his favorite ‘survival job’ and how much joy poutine from Costco brings him!
The episode opens with a mic check where Samantha and Jason do a mini deep dive on the 20th anniversary of Christina Aguilera’s STRIPPED album, and how they plan to celebrate Halloween this year! Exclusive Survival Job videos can be found here on Broadway World and the audio can be found on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible or any of your other favorite podcast apps.
Please excuse any sound issues, Friends! We are still in a pandemic!!
Info on Evan Alexander Smith:
Follow Evan: Instagram | Twitter
Check out Evan's website here
Evan Alexander Smith and Angela Grovey star in 'The Play That Goes Wrong on Toronto's Breakfast Television
MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG at NY Theatre Workshop Info and Tickets
Mic Check Links:
Survival Jobs Broadway World Video/Article
Christina Aguilera "Beautiful" 20th Anniversary Video
Musician Kolton Harris Website and Online Shop
The Witches of Eastwick (1987) Trailer
Important Links:
NPR: "How To Help Puerto Rico" Article
How to Help the People of Florida Article
Abortion Funds Website
Plan C Pills Website
National Write Your Congressman Link
How to help Uvalde families NPR Article
Check out Six Ways to Help the Buffalo Shooting Victims
Check out Nine Ways to Be a Better Ally to Black People
Register to VOTE here
Where to Donate to Support Access to Abortions Right Now
Info on Your Hosts:
Follow Samantha: Instagram. | Samantha's Official Website here
Follow Jason on Instagram | Twitter.
Broadway World Article on our Season 2 Launch Party
Check out Jason's Official Website here
Check out and support The Bridgeport Film Fest
Support Us... Please!
If you're feeling generous, Buy Us A Coffee HERE!
Please don't become complacent:
Support the Black Mamas Matter Alliance
Support Families Detained and Separated at the Border.
Support the AAPI Civic Engagement Fund.
Support Black Trans Folx here
Donate to the Community League of the Heights (CLOTH)
Support the People of Palestine
How to be an Ally to the AAPI Community
168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color
The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up
PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate
Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs
Opening and Closing Theme Music: "One Love" by Beats by Danny | Game Music: "Wake Up" by MBB.
If you enjoy Survival Jobs: A Podcast be sure to subscribe and follow us on your preferred podcast listening app! Also, feel free to follow us on Instagram and Twitter! Thank you!!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
52:0627/10/2022
Episode 54 | Linedy Genao: ”Banking to Broadway” [#TBT]
It’s #ThrowbackThursday and your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo are back with the hardworking, mega talented and gracious “Dear Evan Hanson” actor, Linedy Genao. Linedy shares with us how transitioned from working in a bank as her ‘survival job’ to gracing the stage in “On Your Feet”, her Broadway debut as the Gloria Estefan understudy!
Before closing out the episode with a fun ‘Fill in the Lyric’ game, Linedy provides insight into how Broadway can be more inclusive to Latin Performers, how she overcomes imposter syndrome, and the importance of taking time for yourself as an Actor.
The episode opens with an updated mic check where Samantha and Jason discuss the number one film on Netflix for the last two weeks LUCKIEST GIRL ALIVE starring Mila Kunis and Lisa Lampanelli’s cabaret show, “Lisa Lampanelli: Big Fat Failure”, ! Exclusive Survival Job videos can be found here on Broadway World and the audio can be found on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible or any of your other favorite podcast apps.
You can support the podcast and the hosts at www.buymeacoffee.com/SurvivalJobsPod and on Instagram at @surivaljobspod | @SammyTutz | @JasonACoombs.
Please excuse any sound issues, Friends! We are still in a pandemic!!
Info on Linedy Genao:
Follow Linedy: Instagram | Twitter
Check out Linedy performing on Curtain's Up: Broadway Is Back. Hispanic Heritage Month.
Watch Linedy on 'Write Outloud" performing the song "Perfect Portrait"
Mic Check Links:
Survival Jobs Broadway World Video/Article
NPR: "How To Help Puerto Rico" Article
How to Help the People of Florida Article
"Luckiest Girl Alive" Trailer
Important Links:
NPR: "How To Help Puerto Rico" Article
Abortion Funds Website
Plan C Pills Website
National Write Your Congressman Link
How to help Uvalde families NPR Article
Check out Six Ways to Help the Buffalo Shooting Victims
Check out Nine Ways to Be a Better Ally to Black People
Register to VOTE here
Where to Donate to Support Access to Abortions Right Now
Info on Your Hosts:
Follow Samantha: Instagram. | Samantha's Official Website here
Follow Jason on Instagram | Twitter.
Broadway World Article on our Season 2 Launch Party
Check out Jason's Official Website here
Check out and support The Bridgeport Film Fest
Support Us... Please!
If you're feeling generous, Buy Us A Coffee HERE!
Please don't become complacent:
Support the Black Mamas Matter Alliance
Support Families Detained and Separated at the Border.
Support the AAPI Civic Engagement Fund.
Support Black Trans Folx here
Donate to the Community League of the Heights (CLOTH)
Support the People of Palestine
How to be an Ally to the AAPI Community
168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color
The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up
PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate
Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs
Opening and Closing Theme Music: "One Love" by Beats by Danny | Game Music: "Wake Up" by MBB.
If you enjoy Survival Jobs: A Podcast be sure to subscribe and follow us on your preferred podcast listening app! Also, feel free to follow us on Instagram and Twitter! Thank you!!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
49:4620/10/2022
Episode 53 | Steven Boyer: ”Little Flame”
Your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo are back with ‘KIMBERLY AKIMBO’ star Steven Boyer who shares why audiences need to flock to the theatre to see the new Broadway musical currently in previews at the Booth Theatre. Steven gives us the inside scoop on the show's transition from the Atlantic and what it has been like working alongside Tony Award Winner Victoria Clark!
Before closing out the episode with a fun ‘Juilliard or Not’ game, Steven also dishes on how performing stand up comedy impacted his career and the type of work he wants to continue to pursue!
The episode opens with Samantha and Jason sharing a mic check where they have a spoiler heavy discussion about the new Netflix limited series; DAHMER: MONSTER - THE JEFFREY DAHMER STORY created by Ryan Murphy and starring Evan Peters and Niecy Nash, which is based on a true story. They also share how audiences need to check out the new Netflix film LUCKIEST GIRL ALIVE starring Mila Kunis, Finn Witrock and Connie Britton. The exclusive video can be found here on Broadway World and the audio only can be found on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible or any of your other favorite podcast apps.
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"Dahmer: Monster" Trailer
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01:03:2913/10/2022
Episode 52 | Fredi Walker-Browne ”Measure In Love”
Your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo are honored to share virtual space with the iconic Fredi Walker-Browne who shares how originating the role of Joanne Jefferson in ‘RENT’ impacted her 30+ year career, how she transitioned into directing and why just ‘showing up’ is honestly half the battle most of the time.
Before closing out the episode with a fun Broadway Word Association Game, Fredi also dishes on the importance of performers remembering this industry is called show “business” and why she started the ‘Professional Skills for Actors’; a quarterly virtual workshop for Actors of all levels. ‘Survival Jobs’ viewers can save $20 off the workshop by using the code ‘SURVIVAL20’ on the Professional Skills website here.
The episode opens with Samantha and Jason sharing a mic check celebrating Samantha’s birthday and why audiences need to go out and support the Viola Davis film, THE WOMAN KING. The exclusive video can be found here on Broadway World and the audio only can be found on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible or any of your other favorite podcast apps.
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"The Woman King" Trailer
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01:09:4606/10/2022
Episode 51 | Tamika Lawrence ”Always Influx”
Your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo are grateful to sit down with actor and musician Tamika Lawrence who shares how she finds the balance between creating her own music and performing on Broadway, one of her favorite on stage moments while performing in 'BOOK OF MORMON' and how people who have a ‘seat at the table’ can be more inclusive to Artists of Color.
Before closing out the episode with a fun 'Grammy Awards Trivia' game, Tamika also dishes on where she keeps her own Grammys and her love of actor Steve Buscemi!
The episode opens with Samantha and Jason sharing a mic check where they discuss the Downtown Cabaret production of RENT in Bridgeport, CT and why it’s important for us to support the island of Puerto Rico after the devastating aftermath of Hurricane Ian. The exclusive video can be found here on Broadway World and the audio only can be found on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible or any of your other favorite podcast apps.
You can support the podcast and the hosts at www.buymeacoffee.com/SurvivalJobsPod and on Instagram at @surivaljobspod | @SammyTutz | @JasonACoombs.
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Survival Jobs Broadway World Video/Article
NPR: "How To Help Puerto Rico" Article
Tickets to "Rent" at the Downtown Cabaret Theatre
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Broadway World Article on our Season 2 Launch Party
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How to be an Ally to the AAPI Community
168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color
The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up
PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate
Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs
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54:3729/09/2022
Episode 50 | Ephie Aardema ”Fanny Pack”
Your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo are back and sit down with actor Ephie Aardema, who shares what it’s like being part of the “Fanny Pack” as one of the Fanny Brice understudies in the Broadway hit musical ‘FUNNY GIRL’. Ephie shares what it’s like returning to the Broadway stage after the pandemic and juggling multiple roles in rehearsals!
Before closing out the episode with a joyful Barbra Streisand Trivia Game, Ephie also shares the importance of actors having hobbies outside of performing and why she almost gave up acting professionally before booking her current role.
The episode opens with Samantha and Jason sharing a mic check where they celebrate producing fifty episodes and reminisce on a few of their favorite guests. They also fangirl over the iconic Sheryl Lee Ralph and her outstanding Emmy win last week. The exclusive video can be found here on Broadway World and the audio only can be found on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible or any of your other favorite podcast apps.
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Sheryl Lee Ralph full Emmy Speech
"Keep the Camera's Rolling: The Pedro Zamora Way" Documentary Trailer
"Barbarian" Horror Film Trailer
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NPR: "How To Help Puerto Rico" Article
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Broadway World Article on our Season 2 Launch Party
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168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color
The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up
PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate
Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs
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01:05:2122/09/2022
Episode 49 | Marc Reign ”The Creative Engineer”
Your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo sit down with actor and content creator Marc Reign, who discusses working with iconic playwright John Patrick Shanley on the off-Broadway play ‘CANDLELIGHT’’ at the Nylon Fusion Theater Company last fall. As someone with over 31,000 Instagram followers due to his prolific and entertaining comedy sketches, Marc also gives advice to his fellow actors on how to grow their social media pages organically.
Before closing out the episode with an amusing ‘Sketch to Screen’ Trivia Game, Marc also shares how having a survival job as a cinematographer on indie film sets impacted his acting for the better and gives a sneak peak of his upcoming feature film ‘Playing Sam’! The trailer for ‘Playing Sam” can be found here.
The episode opens with Samantha and Jason sharing a mic check where they talk about Jason’s appearance on the BET Digital series ‘TWO GROWN’ created by Alana Johnson and Jourdan Guyton. The exclusive video can be found here on Broadway World and the audio only can be found on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible or any of your other favorite podcast apps.
You can support the podcast and the hosts at www.buymeacoffee.com/SurvivalJobsPod and on Instagram at @surivaljobspod | @SammyTutz | @JasonACoombs.
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"Playing Sam” Trailer
Donate to "Playing Sam" Crowdfunding Campaign
Tickets to Marc's Short Film "Fuego" at NY Latino Film Festival
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Survival Jobs Broadway World Video/Article
TWO GROWN’ created by Alana Johnson and Jourdan Guyton.
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Broadway World Article on our Season 2 Launch Party
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168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color
The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up
PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate
Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs
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56:5108/09/2022
Episode 48 | Julia Murney: ”Gurl.”
Your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo are back with the Broadway Icon, who discusses her new role in the new off-Broadway musical ‘BETWEEN THE LINES’ at Second Stage which is running from now until Sunday, September 11. Julia also shares her experience bringing the legendary character of ‘Elphaba’ to life in ‘WICKED’ on tour and on Broadway, how instrumental the ‘WILD PARTY’ original cast album was to the longevity of the show, and the importance of supporting your fellow Artist friends before closing out the episode with a fun round of ‘Wicked Trivia’!
About BETWEEN THE LINES
Don’t miss this “whimsical and wonderful” new musical and the perfect summer theatrical escape for the entire family! BETWEEN THE LINES is an empowering and enchanting new musical for anyone who has ever sought to find their place in the world. An outsider in a new town and a new school, Delilah seeks comfort in the pages of her favorite book, where she feels heard and understood by the handsome Prince Oliver. But as the lines between fantasy and reality begin to blur in both extraordinary and astonishing ways, Delilah discovers how to find her place in the real world while keeping her dreams alive.
Tickets and more information are available here.
The episode opens with Samantha and Jason sharing a mic check where they throwback to the shocking ‘GREY’S ANATOMY' musical episode. The exclusive video can be found here on Broadway World and the audio only can be found on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible or any of your other favorite podcast apps.
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Survival Jobs Broadway World Video/Article
"Chasing Cars" from "Grey's Anatomy" musical episode
P!nk "Glitter in the Air" Trapeze
Buffy the Vampire Slayer: "Once More With Feeling"
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Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs
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01:27:2901/09/2022
Episode 47 | Lisa Lampanelli: ”Self Proclaimed Big Fat Failure”
Your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo are back with the comedic Legend Lisa Lampanelli, who shares how she booked her first Comedy Central Roast, the importance of artists making mental health a priority and how she is returning to the stage in her cabaret show ‘LISA LAMPANELLI: BIG FAT FAILURE’ on Saturday, October 15, 2022 at Trevi Lounge in Fairfield, CT. The show is filled with stories and songs in which the former Queen of Mean comes clean about all the things she f’ed up!
Before closing out the episode with a fun game of ‘Toasts Rather Than Roasts’’, the comedy icon reflects on her thirty plus year career and why she decided to devote her time to only things that she finds “cute”! Tickets for Lisa’s cabaret show are currently on sale and can be found on here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lisa-lampanelli-big-fat-failure-tickets-405476439947
The episode opens with Samantha and Jason sharing a mic check where they discuss the Door McAllen Church’s unauthorized production of ‘HAMILTON’ and the world premiere of the original play ‘’RANDY’S DANDY COASTER CASTLE’ written by Alexander Perez, directed by Rebecca Martinez and produced by the Egg and Spoon Theatre Collective! The exclusive video can be found here on Broadway World and the audio only can be found on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible or any of your other favorite podcast apps.
You can support the podcast and the hosts at www.buymeacoffee.com/SurvivalJobsPod and on Instagram at @surivaljobspod | @SammyTutz | @JasonACoombs.
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Survival Jobs Broadway World Video/Article
Broadway World Article on Unlicensed 'HAMILTON' Production
Egg and Spoon Theatre Collective
Keenan Thompson as 'Pierre Escargot' on All That
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168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color
The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up
PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate
Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs
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01:18:5825/08/2022
Episode 46 | Hannah Shankman: ”Queen of the Storeroom”
Your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo are back with the hilarious and extremely talented Hannah Shankman, who shares how not getting into a musical theatre collegiate program led to her booking the revival of ‘HAIR’ on Broadway, the joy of bringing Fannie Brice to life in a regional production of the iconic musical ‘FUNNY GIRL’, and a few of past ‘survival jobs’ that helped impact her career as an artist!
Before closing out the episode with a fun trivia game of ‘Musical Word Association’, this vocal powerhouse shares the importance of building your craft in acting classes and what would be her perfect artistic day.
The episode opens with Samantha and Jason sharing a mic check where they rave about the current ‘INTO THE WOODS’ Broadway revival and about the hit horror comedy film ‘BODIES BODIES BODIES’ starring Lee Pace, Pete Davidson and Amandla Stenberg! The exclusive video can be found on Broadway World and the audio only can be found on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible or any of your other favorite podcast apps.
You can support the podcast and the hosts at www.buymeacoffee.com/SurvivalJobsPod and on Instagram at @surivaljobspod | @SammyTutz | @JasonACoombs.
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Mic Check Links:
New Horror Comedy "Bodies Bodies Bodies" Trailer
'Into the Woods' on Broadway Tickets
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How to help Uvalde families NPR Article
Check out Six Ways to Help the Buffalo Shooting Victims
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Broadway World Article on our Season 2 Launch Party
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Check out and support The Bridgeport Film Fest
Support Us... Please!
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Please don't become complacent:
Support the Black Mamas Matter Alliance
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Donate to the Community League of the Heights (CLOTH)
Support the People of Palestine
How to be an Ally to the AAPI Community
168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color
The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up
PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate
Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs
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01:00:0018/08/2022
Episode 45 | Irene Sofia Lucio ”Messy Backpack”
Your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo are back with the wonderfully talented and super kind Irene Sofia Lucio, who shares her journey from tutoring kids in NYC to starring in ‘SLAVE PLAY’ on Broadway, some of her favorite past ‘survival jobs’ and her experience transitioning from theatre to tv and film!
Before closing out the episode with a fun trivia game of ‘Yale or Jail?!’, this triple threat shares her thoughts on how the entertainment industry can be more inclusive to Latino Artists and why she would love to collaborate with the legendary actor John Leguizamo!
The episode opens with Samantha and Jason sharing a mic check where they celebrate the legendary Whitney Houston and briefly discuss the latest Jordan Peele film, ‘NOPE’! The exclusive video can be found here on Broadway World and the audio only can be found on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible or any of your other favorite podcast apps.
You can support the podcast and the hosts at www.buymeacoffee.com/SurvivalJobsPod and on Instagram at @surivaljobspod | @SammyTutz | @JasonACoombs.
Please excuse any sound issues, Friends! We are still in a pandemic!!
Info on Irene Sofia Lucio:
Follow Irene on Instagram
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Mic Check Links:
Jordan Peele's "NOPE" Trailer
Important Links:
Abortion Funds Website
Plan C Pills Website
National Write Your Congressman Link
How to help Uvalde families NPR Article
Check out Six Ways to Help the Buffalo Shooting Victims
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Support Women's Rights:
Register to VOTE here
Where to Donate to Support Access to Abortions Right Now
Info on Your Hosts:
Follow Samantha: Instagram. | Samantha's Official Website here
Follow Jason on Instagram | Twitter.
Broadway World Article on our Season 2 Launch Party
Check out Jason's Official Website here
Check out and support The Bridgeport Film Fest
Support Us... Please!
If you're feeling generous, Buy Us A Coffee HERE!
Please don't become complacent:
Support the Black Mamas Matter Alliance
Support Families Detained and Separated at the Border.
Support the AAPI Civic Engagement Fund.
Support Black Trans Folx here
Donate to the Community League of the Heights (CLOTH)
Support the People of Palestine
How to be an Ally to the AAPI Community
168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color
The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up
PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate
Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs
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01:00:5811/08/2022
Episode 44 | Mia Gentile: ”Steamer Girl”
Your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo are back with the incredibly talented and grounded Mia Gentile, who shares her journey from working off Broadway to her Broadway debut in ‘KINKY BOOTS’, the importance of mental health awareness in our daily lives and how being a wedding singer ended up being more than just a ‘survival job’ for her.
Before closing out the episode with a fun lightning round of ‘Artists from Connecticut’ trivia, this dynamic performer shares her experience appearing on Good Morning America as the “Steamer Girl” and being interviewed by comedy Legend, Jerry Seinfeld!
The episode opens with Samantha and Jason sharing a mic check where they recap highlights from the 2022 Bridgeport Film Fest! The exclusive video can be found here on Broadway World and the audio only can be found on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible or any of your other favorite podcast apps.
You can support the podcast and the hosts at www.buymeacoffee.com/SurvivalJobsPod and on Instagram at @surivaljobspod | @SammyTutz | @JasonACoombs.
Please excuse any sound issues, Friends! We are still in a pandemic!!
Info on Mia Gentile:
Follow Mia on Instagram
Check out Mia's Official Website
Check out the MissyFit's Instagram
Mic Check Links:
Bridgeport Film Fest
Important Links:
Abortion Funds Website
Plan C Pills Website
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How to help Uvalde families NPR Article
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Info on Your Hosts:
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Broadway World Article on our Season 2 Launch Party
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Check out and support The Bridgeport Film Fest
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How to be an Ally to the AAPI Community
168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color
The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up
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01:15:0304/08/2022
Episode 43 | Kristin Huffman ”Huffman Bootcamp”
Your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo are back with the quadruple threat, Kristin Huffman who is the Founder and serves as the Producing Director of the New Paradigm Theatre Company based in Fairfield County, Connecticut. Kristin shares what inspired her to start her own not-for-profit theatre, how she was able to put a “new” spin on a classic concept and about their upcoming production of The Little Mermaid opening in August!
Before closing out the episode with a fun lightning round of ‘getting to know you’ questions, the Broadway Leading Lady shares her experience working with the legendary Stephen Sondheim on the 2006 revival of COMPANY!
The episode opens with Samantha and Jason sharing a mic check where they briefly talk about Former First Lady Hillary Clinton’s appearance at BroadwayCon 2022! The exclusive video can be found here on Broadway World and the audio only can be found on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible or any of your other favorite podcast apps.
You can support the podcast and the hosts at www.buymeacoffee.com/SurvivalJobsPod and on Instagram at @surivaljobspod | @SammyTutz | @JasonACoombs.
Please excuse any sound issues, Friends! We are still in a pandemic!!
Info on Kristin Huffman:
Follow Kristin on Facebook
Check out Kristin's Official Website
Check out The New Paradigm Theatre Company Website
Mic Check Links:
BroadwayCon 2022
Playwright Theresa Rebeck Website
Donate to the 2022 Bridgeport Film Fest
2022 Bridgeport Film Fest Early Bird Tickets
Important Links:
Abortion Funds Website
Plan C Pills Website
National Write Your Congressman Link
How to help Uvalde families NPR Article
Check out Six Ways to Help the Buffalo Shooting Victims
Check out Nine Ways to Be a Better Ally to Black People
Support Women's Rights:
Register to VOTE here
Where to Donate to Support Access to Abortions Right Now
Info on Your Hosts:
Follow Samantha: Instagram. | Samantha's Official Website here
Follow Jason on Instagram | Twitter.
Broadway World Article on our Season 2 Launch Party
Check out Jason's Official Website here
Check out and support The Bridgeport Film Fest
Support Us... Please!
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Please don't become complacent:
Support the Black Mamas Matter Alliance
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Support Black Trans Folx here
Donate to the Community League of the Heights (CLOTH)
Support the People of Palestine
How to be an Ally to the AAPI Community
168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color
The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up
PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate
Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs
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55:0514/07/2022
Episode 42 | Tommy Bracco ”Show Your Special”
Your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo are back with the multi -talented and ambitious actor and reality TV star Tommy Bracco, who was most recently in Season 21 of the hit CBS show ‘BIG BROTHER’! Tommy shares the audition process for his Broadway debut in NEWSIES compared to his followup, PRETTY WOMAN and some of his favorite survival jobs!
Before closing out the episode with a fun round of ‘Big Brother Versus Broadway’, the Staten Island native shares the importance of highlighting what makes you stand out in the audition room and why he decided to pursue his bachelor's degree during the pandemic!
The episode opens with Samantha and Jason sharing a mic check where they talk about the recent The Chicks concert in Long Island plus upcoming special guests at the Bridgeport Film Fest coming later this month!! The exclusive video can be found on Broadway World and the audio only can be found on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible or any of your other favorite podcast apps.
You can support the podcast and the hosts at www.buymeacoffee.com/SurvivalJobsPod and on Instagram at @surivaljobspod | @SammyTutz | @JasonACoombs.
Please excuse any sound issues, Friends! We are still in a pandemic!!
Info on Tommy Bracco:
Follow Tommy on Instagram
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Check out Tommy on YouTube!
Mic Check Links:
Donate to the 2022 Bridgeport Film Fest
2022 Bridgeport Film Fest Early Bird Tickets
'The Chicks' Tour Dates
Important Links:
Abortion Funds Website
Plan C Pills Website
National Write Your Congressman Link
How to help Uvalde families NPR Article
Check out Six Ways to Help the Buffalo Shooting Victims
Check out Nine Ways to Be a Better Ally to Black People
Support Women's Rights:
Register to VOTE here
Where to Donate to Support Access to Abortions Right Now
Info on Your Hosts:
Follow Samantha: Instagram. | Samantha's Official Website here
Follow Jason on Instagram | Twitter.
Broadway World Article on our Season 2 Launch Party
Check out Jason's Official Website here
Check out and support The Bridgeport Film Fest
Support Us... Please!
If you're feeling generous, Buy Us A Coffee HERE!
Please don't become complacent:
Support the Black Mamas Matter Alliance
Support Families Detained and Separated at the Border.
Support the AAPI Civic Engagement Fund.
Support Black Trans Folx here
Donate to the Community League of the Heights (CLOTH)
Support the People of Palestine
How to be an Ally to the AAPI Community
168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color
The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up
PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate
Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs
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53:0207/07/2022
Episode 41 | Christian Brailsford ”Take Me To Church”
Your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo are back with the mega- talented and grounded actor Christian Brailsford, who is currently starring as David Morse in the Broadway National tour of the hit 90’s film PRETTY WOMAN! Christian shares the audition process for booking the tour and how he juggles multiple roles!
Before closing out the episode with a fun round of ‘Homestate Heroes’, the Philadelphia native shares how singing in church as a kid led to him pursuing a career in musical theatre and his experience of bringing the iconic villain of Scar to life in The Lion King at Disney Hong Kong!
The episode opens with Samantha and Jason sharing a mic check where they talk about the recent tragic Supreme Court reversal of Roe v Wade and how we can support the most vulnerable women in our country! The exclusive video can be found on Broadway World and the audio only can be found on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible or any of your other favorite podcast apps.
You can support the podcast and the hosts at www.buymeacoffee.com/SurvivalJobsPod
Please excuse any sound issues, Friends! We are still in a pandemic!!
Info on Christian Brailsford:
Follow Christian on Instagram
Check out this article on Christian from the Philadelphia Tribune
Get tickets to The Broadway National Tour of Pretty Woman here
Mic Check Links:
Abortion Funds Website
Plan C Pills Website
Donate to the 2022 Bridgeport Film Fest
2022 Bridgeport Film Fest Early Bird Tickets
2022 Bridgeport Film Fest Trailer
Important Links:
National Write Your Congressman Link
How to help Uvalde families NPR Article
Check out Six Ways to Help the Buffalo Shooting Victims
Check out Nine Ways to Be a Better Ally to Black People
Support Women's Rights:
Register to VOTE here
Where to Donate to Support Access to Abortions Right Now
Info on Your Hosts:
Follow Samantha: Instagram. | Samantha's Official Website here
Follow Jason on Instagram | Twitter.
Broadway World Article on our Season 2 Launch Party
Check out Jason's Official Website here
Check out and support The Bridgeport Film Fest
Support Us... Please!
If you're feeling generous, Buy Us A Coffee HERE!
Please don't become complacent:
Support the Black Mamas Matter Alliance
Support Families Detained and Separated at the Border.
Support the AAPI Civic Engagement Fund.
Support Black Trans Folx here
Donate to the Community League of the Heights (CLOTH)
Support the People of Palestine
How to be an Ally to the AAPI Community
168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color
The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up
PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate
Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs
Opening and Closing Theme Music: "One Love" by Beats by Danny | Game Music: "Wake Up" by MBB.
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01:00:0830/06/2022
Episode 40 | Caleigh Lozito ”Ms. Michael Scott”
Your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo are back with the hysterical and super talented Caleigh Lozito, who is currently starring as ‘The World’s Best Boss’ Michael Scott in the Off-Broadway production of THE OFFICE! A MUSICAL PARODY! Caleigh shares the audition process for booking the iconic role and what it was like meeting original cast members from the television show Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey when they attended recently!
Before closing out the episode with a fun round of ‘Whose the Biggest Fan of The Office’, Caleigh shares how her Grandmother inspired her to share her musical gifts and her dream role.
The episode opens with Samantha and Jason sharing a mic check where they gab about the recent Tony Awards and the 2nd annual Bridgeport Film Fest coming in July! The exclusive video can be found on Broadway World and the audio only can be found on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible or any of your other favorite podcast apps.
Please excuse any sound issues, Friends! We are still in a pandemic!!
Info on Caleigh Lozito :
Follow Caleigh on Instagram
Follow Caleigh's Podcast "Underrated"
Check out Caleigh's Official Website
Get tickets to The Office! Musical Parody
Mic Check Links:
Tony Awards Opening Number with Host Ariana Debose Play
'Paradise Square' Performance featuring Tony Award Winner Joaquina Kalukango
2022 Bridgeport Film Fest Early Bird Tickets
2022 Bridgeport Film Fest Trailer
Important Links:
National Write Your Congressman Link
How to help Uvalde families NPR Article
Check out Six Ways to Help the Buffalo Shooting Victims
Check out Nine Ways to Be a Better Ally to Black People
Support Women's Rights:
Register to VOTE here
Where to Donate to Support Access to Abortions Right Now
Info on Your Hosts:
Follow Samantha: Instagram. | Samantha's Official Website here
Follow Jason on Instagram | Twitter.
Broadway World Article on our Season 2 Launch Party
Check out Jason's Official Website here
Check out and support The Bridgeport Film Fest
Support Us... Please!
If you're feeling generous, Buy Us A Coffee HERE!
Please don't become complacent:
Support the Black Mamas Matter Alliance
Support Families Detained and Separated at the Border.
Support the AAPI Civic Engagement Fund.
Support Black Trans Folx here
Donate to the Community League of the Heights (CLOTH)
Support the People of Palestine
How to be an Ally to the AAPI Community
168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color
The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up
PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate
Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs
Opening and Closing Theme Music: "One Love" by Beats by Danny | Game Music: "Wake Up" by MBB.
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57:2323/06/2022
Episode 39 | Throwback Thursday with Robin de Jesús [April 1, 2021]
Your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo are back with the three Time Tony Award Nominee Robin de Jesús, who was most recently seen in the Netflix adaptation of TICK TICK BOOM directed by Lin-Manuel Miranda! In this Throwback Thursday episode, originally released on April 1, 2021, Robin dishes on his journey working as a server at Bertucci’s and Bubba Gump to gracing the Broadway stage!
Before closing out the episode with a fun round of ‘Forrest Gump Quotes’, Robin shares what it was like when he received his first Tony Nomination and how he transitioned from Broadway to film and television.
The episode opens with Samantha and Jason sharing a mic check where they gab about the classic 90’s comedy LIVING SINGLE and some of their worst survival job experiences! The audio can be found on Broadway World and on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible or any of your other favorite podcast apps.
Please excuse any sound issues, Friends! We are still in a pandemic!!
Info on Robin de Jesús:
Follow Robin on Instagram
Follow Robin on Twitter
Check out Robin's IMDB Page!
Mic Check Links:
Bridgeport Film Fest Early Bird Tickets
Important Links:
National Write Your Congressman Link
How to help Uvalde families NPR Article
Check out Six Ways to Help the Buffalo Shooting Victims
Check out Nine Ways to Be a Better Ally to Black People
Support Women's Rights:
Register to VOTE here
Where to Donate to Support Access to Abortions Right Now
Info on Your Hosts:
Follow Samantha: Instagram. | Samantha's Official Website here
Follow Jason on Instagram | Twitter.
Broadway World Article on our Season 2 Launch Party
Check out Jason's Official Website here
Check out and support The Bridgeport Film Fest
Support Us... Please!
If you're feeling generous, Buy Us A Coffee HERE!
Please don't become complacent:
Support the Black Mamas Matter Alliance
Support Families Detained and Separated at the Border.
Support the AAPI Civic Engagement Fund.
Support Black Trans Folx here
Donate to the Community League of the Heights (CLOTH)
Support the People of Palestine
How to be an Ally to the AAPI Community
168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color
The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up
PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate
Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs
Opening and Closing Theme Music: "One Love" by Beats by Danny | Game Music: "Wake Up" by MBB.
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01:07:4416/06/2022
Episode 38 | Julie Benko ”Hello, Gorgeous”
Your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo are back with the incredibly talented, hardworking and inspiring Julie Benko, who is currently the standby for Beanie Feldstein in the Broadway Revival of FUNNY GIRL!! Julie shares what the experience of getting the opportunity to bring such an iconic role back to Broadway has been like for her as a standby..
Before closing out the episode with a fun round of ‘Would You Rather: Tony Award Edition, Julie discusses the importance of creating your own work as she shares the process between producing her upcoming second album and her most recent short film, “The Newlyweds Guide to Physical Intimacy” , currently making its rounds in the film festival circuit.
The episode opens with Samantha and Jason sharing a mic check where they gab about the heartwarming and underrated play WHICH WAY TO THE STAGE written by Ana Nogueira, the upcoming Tony Awards and the 2nd annual Bridgeport Film Fest coming in July! The exclusive video can be found on Broadway World!
Please excuse any sound issues, Friends! We are still in a pandemic!!
Info on Julie Benko:
Follow Julie on Instagram
Follow Julie on Twitter
Check out Julie's Official Website
Mic Check Links:
WHICH WAY TO THE STAGE Play
Douglas Lyons Post About Tony Awards Student Rush Tickets
Bridgeport Film Fest Early Bird Tickets
Important Links:
National Write Your Congressman Link
How to help Uvalde families NPR Article
Check out Six Ways to Help the Buffalo Shooting Victims
Check out Nine Ways to Be a Better Ally to Black People
Support Women's Rights:
Register to VOTE here
Where to Donate to Support Access to Abortions Right Now
Info on Your Hosts:
Follow Samantha: Instagram. | Samantha's Official Website here
Follow Jason on Instagram | Twitter.
Broadway World Article on our Season 2 Launch Party
Check out Jason's Official Website here
Check out and support The Bridgeport Film Fest
Support Us... Please!
If you're feeling generous, Buy Us A Coffee HERE!
Please don't become complacent:
Support the Black Mamas Matter Alliance
Support Families Detained and Separated at the Border.
Support the AAPI Civic Engagement Fund.
Support Black Trans Folx here
Donate to the Community League of the Heights (CLOTH)
Support the People of Palestine
How to be an Ally to the AAPI Community
168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color
The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up
PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate
Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs
Opening and Closing Theme Music: "One Love" by Beats by Danny | Game Music: "Wake Up" by MBB.
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01:19:0709/06/2022
Episode 37 | Gabby Beans ”Living, Laughing & Loving”
Happy Pride, Survivors!! Your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo are back with Tony Award Nominee, Gabby Beans, who made her Broadway debut in the Broadway Revival of SKIN OF OUR TEETH this past year! Gabby shares her artistic journey from seeing Broadway shows with her Mom as a child to working alongside veteran actors Susan Sarandon, Robin Wright and Mandy Patinkin over the years.
Before closing out the episode with a fun round of ‘Tony Award Trivia’, Gabby shares advice for young actors pursuing a career in the arts, the importance of finding a survival job that you don’t hate and putting on her writer's hat with her most recent short film, NOSTOS, currently making its rounds in the film festival circuit.
The episode opens with Samantha and Jason sharing a mic check where they gab about the phenomenal performances in both TAKE ME OUT and AMERICAN BUFFALO! The exclusive video can be found on Broadway World and the audio only can be found on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible or any of your other favorite podcast apps.
Please excuse any sound issues, Friends! We are still in a pandemic!!
Info on Gabby Beans:
Follow Gabby on Instagram
Follow Gabby on Twitter
Check out Gabby's Official Website
"Skin of Our Teeth" Trailer
Mic Check Links:
"Take Me Out" on Broadway Tickets
"American Buffalo" on Broadway Tickets
Important Links:
National Write Your Congressman Link
How to help Uvalde families NPR Article
Check out Six Ways to Help the Buffalo Shooting Victims
Check out Nine Ways to Be a Better Ally to Black People
Support Women's Rights:
Register to VOTE here
Where to Donate to Support Access to Abortions Right Now
Info on Your Hosts:
Follow Samantha: Instagram. | Samantha's Official Website here
Follow Jason on Instagram | Twitter.
Broadway World Article on our Season 2 Launch Party
Check out Jason's Official Website here
Check out and support The Bridgeport Film Fest
Support Us... Please!
If you're feeling generous, Buy Us A Coffee HERE!
Please don't become complacent:
Support the Black Mamas Matter Alliance
Support Families Detained and Separated at the Border.
Support the AAPI Civic Engagement Fund.
Support Black Trans Folx here
Donate to the Community League of the Heights (CLOTH)
Support the People of Palestine
How to be an Ally to the AAPI Community
168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color
The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up
PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate
Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs
Opening and Closing Theme Music: "One Love" by Beats by Danny | Game Music: "Wake Up" by MBB.
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01:18:0002/06/2022
Episode 36 | Xiaoxiao Cao: ”Take A Leap”
Your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo are back with their very first ballerina, the wonderfully gifted and inspiring Xiaoxiao Cao, who made her Broadway debut in the iconic musical ‘Phantom of the Opera’ in 2019! Xiaoxiao shares her journey from dancing professionally in China to making her Broadway debut. She also reminisces about what it was like gracing the stage again after the show was shut down due to the Covid-19 Pandemic.
Before closing out the episode with a fun round of ‘getting to know you’, Xiaoxiao shares advice for young girls, especially those of Asian descent who want to turn their dreams of performing into reality and what inspired her to start her own leotard fashion line Xiaoxiao Designs.
The episode opens with Samantha and Jason sharing a mic check where they make another call to action for listeners after the deadly shooting in Uvalde, Texas this week!
Please excuse any sound issues, Friends! We are still in a pandemic!!
Info on Xiaoxiao Cao:
Follow Xiaoxiao: on Instagram
Follow Xiaoxiao Designs: on Instagram
Check out Xiaoxiao Designs Official Website
Buy tickets to see Xiaoxiao on Broadway in "Phantom of the Opera"
Mic Check Links:
National Write Your Congressman Link
How to help Uvalde families NPR Article
Check out Six Ways to Help the Buffalo Shooting Victims
Check out Nine Ways to Be a Better Ally to Black People
Support Women's Rights:
Register to VOTE here
Where to Donate to Support Access to Abortions Right Now
Info on Your Hosts:
Follow Samantha: Instagram. | Samantha's Official Website here
Follow Jason on Instagram | Twitter.
Broadway World Article on our Season 2 Launch Party
Check out Jason's Official Website here
Check out and support The Bridgeport Film Fest
Check out Reader's Block Bookstore here
Support Us... Please!
If you're feeling generous, Buy Us A Coffee HERE!
Please don't become complacent:
Support the Black Mamas Matter Alliance
Support Families Detained and Separated at the Border.
Support the AAPI Civic Engagement Fund.
Support Black Trans Folx here
Donate to the Community League of the Heights (CLOTH)
Support the People of Palestine
How to be an Ally to the AAPI Community
168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color
The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up
PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate
Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs
Opening and Closing Theme Music: "One Love" by Beats by Danny | Game Music: "Wake Up" by MBB.
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57:3426/05/2022
Episode 35 | Chris Manuel: ”Time Takes Time”
Your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo are back with equally handsome and talented Chris Manuel who made his touring debut in the hit musical ‘Pretty Woman’ as Adam Pascal’s understudy in 2021! The Bridgeport, Connecticut native shares a few of his favorite past survival jobs, and how his performance as ‘Robert Kennedy’ in the one-person play RFK at the Music Theatre of Connecticut led to him finding theatrical representation!
Before closing out the episode with a fun ‘Screen to Stage’ trivia game, Chris shares advice for anyone looking to make a career as a professional actor and the importance of making time for your craft.
The episode opens with Samantha and Jason sharing a mic check where they make a call to action for listeners to stand up for Black Lives after the deadly shooting in Buffalo last week!
Please excuse any sound issues, Friends! We are still in a pandemic!!
Info on Chris Manuel:
Follow Chris: on Instagram
Buy tickets to see Chris on tour in "Pretty Woman"
Check out Chris' Official Website
Mic Check Links:
Check out Six Ways to Help the Buffalo Shooting Victims
Check out Nine Ways to Be a Better Ally to Black People
Support Women's Rights:
Register to VOTE here
Where to Donate to Support Access to Abortions Right Now
Info on Your Hosts:
Follow Samantha: Instagram. | Samantha's Official Website here
Follow Jason on Instagram | Twitter.
Broadway World Article on our Season 2 Launch Party
Check out Jason's Official Website here
Check out and support The Bridgeport Film Fest
Check out Reader's Block Bookstore here
Support Us... Please!
If you're feeling generous, Buy Us A Coffee HERE!
Please don't become complacent:
Support the Black Mamas Matter Alliance
Support Families Detained and Separated at the Border.
Support the AAPI Civic Engagement Fund.
Support Black Trans Folx here
Donate to the Community League of the Heights (CLOTH)
Support the People of Palestine
How to be an Ally to the AAPI Community
168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color
The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up
PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate
Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs
Opening and Closing Theme Music: "One Love" by Beats by Danny | Game Music: "Wake Up" by MBB.
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45:4919/05/2022
Episode 34 | Gaby French: ”Absolutely Gorgeous”
Your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo are back with hilarious, talented, and absolutely gorgeous Gaby French who made her Broadway debut as ‘Shirley’ in the five-time Tony-nominated play HANGMEN! Gaby shares her journey with the show from auditioning, to the Covid-19 Pandemic shutting down production during previews in March 2020 to finally gracing the Broadway stage two years later.
Before closing out the episode with a fun ‘Rapid Fire Word Association’ game, Gaby opens up about working with an intimacy coordinator on her recurring role in the hit HBO series “I May Destroy You” and what it was like collaborating with powerhouse show creator Micaela Cole.
The episode opens with Samantha and Jason sharing a mic check where they discuss the 2022 TONY AWARD Nominations!
Please excuse any sound issues, Friends! We are still in a pandemic!!
Info on Gaby French:
Follow Gaby: on Instagram
Buy tickets to see Gaby in "Hangmen" on Broadway
Check out Gaby in "I May Destroy You"
Check out the trailer for Gaby's film "Military Wives"
Mic Check Links:
Check out 2022 Tony Award Nominations
Support Women's Rights:
Register to VOTE here
Where to Donate to Support Access to Abortions Right Now
Info on Your Hosts:
Follow Samantha: Instagram. | Samantha's Official Website here
Follow Jason on Instagram | Twitter.
Broadway World Article on our Season 2 Launch Party
Check out Jason's Official Website here
Check out and support The Bridgeport Film Fest
Check out Reader's Block Bookstore here
Support Us... Please!
If you're feeling generous, Buy Us A Coffee HERE!
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01:09:0912/05/2022
Episode 33 | Micaela Diamond: ”Hold the Greens”
Your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo are back with the wise beyond her years, gifted and passionate rising Broadway star, Micaela Diamond who made her Broadway debut as ‘Babe’ in The Cher Show fresh out of high school! Micaela shares her journey from auditioning for the musical to booking the role of the Youngest Cher and eventually bringing the character to life eight times a week on Broadway.
Before closing out the episode with a fun ‘Cher Trivia’ game, Micaela who made her film debut in last year’s Tick Tick Boom, shares the importance of healthy body image, how female actors can advocate for themselves behind the scenes and how performing in The Cher Show led to her second career in the culinary world.
The episode opens with Samantha and Jason sharing a mic check where they discuss the hilariously raucous new play POTUS on Broadway which they saw in previews last week!
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Micaela Diamond & Nathan Salstone perform"Make You Feel My Love/Valerie"
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01:18:1505/05/2022
Episode 32 | Linedy Genao: ”Banking to Broadway”
Your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo are back with the hardworking, mega-talented and gracious “Dear Evan Hanson” actor, Linedy Genao. Linedy shares with us how transitioned from working in a bank as her ‘survival job’ to gracing the stage in “On Your Feet”, her Broadway debut as the Gloria Estefan understudy!
Before closing out the episode with a fun ‘Fill in the Lyric’ game, Linedy provides insight into how Broadway can be more inclusive to Latin Performers, how she overcomes imposter syndrome and the importance of taking time for yourself as an Actor.
The episode opens with Samantha and Jason sharing a mic check where Jason discusses seeing “Hamilton” for the first time recently and Samantha’s love of ‘trashy’ reality television to decompress after a long day!
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55:1228/04/2022
Episode 31 | Chris Cafero: ”The Awesome Boy”
Happy Thursday, Survivors!! Your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo are back with the hilarious, insightful and genuine “Inventing Anna” star, Chris Cafero who plays ‘David Morrison', on the hit Netflix limited series. Chris guides us through his artistic journey from working in the hospitality industry to booking his first major recurring role on the classic soap opera, “As the World Turns”, to writing and producing the award-winning New York City-based sketch comedy show, “Uncle Function”!
Before closing out the episode with a fun ‘True Fraud Trivia’ game, Chris provides insight into being a professional working actor on set for the first time, how a lost film opportunity led to his recurring role on “Inventing Anna” and the awkward teenager birthday party he once attended with his “Awesome 80s Prom” castmates!
The episode opens with Samantha and Jason sharing a mic check where they discuss their love of Shonda Rhimes and the upcoming Bridgeport Film Fest.
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01:11:4421/04/2022
Episode 30 | Hunter Burke: ”Netflix and Chill”
Happy Thursday, Survivors!! Your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo are back with the mega-talented, kind, and thoughtful “Sweet Magnolia” Star, Hunter Burke who plays ‘Trotter Vidhyakorn’, on both seasons of the hit Netflix show. Hunter takes us through his artistic journey from working alongside his father in a sugarcane field, to getting representation as an actor, to writing and producing the acclaimed feature film, “Lost Bayou” which had its world premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival in 2019. He also shares why he thinks “Sweet Magnolias” has resonated so loudly with audiences worldwide.
Before closing out the episode with a fun Netflix Trivia Game, Hunter provides insight into how he manages to be both a working actor and a full-time writer, the unglamorous side of the Artist life, and the importance of finding time to create every day!
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Check out the Gotham Film Institute
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Broadway World Article on our Season 2 Launch Party
"This Is Us" Final Season Trailer
"Abbott Elementary" Trailer
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01:12:5414/04/2022
Episode 29 | Krystal Joy Brown: ”Coach Krystal” [Extended Cut]
Praise Be, Survivors!! Happy Season Two Premiere!! Your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo are back with the wonderfully talented, inspiring, and genuine Broadway leading lady, Krystal Joy Brown who is currently playing the role of 'Eliza Schuyler' in the Broadway juggernaut, Hamilton!
Coach Krystal, as she is lovingly referred to in this episode, takes us through her artistic journey from working a handful of survival jobs including bartending and baby gymnastics instructor to appearing in five Broadway shows including Hamilton and Motown and breaking into the world of film and television. She was most recently seen in the CBS hit tv show, The Equalizer starring Queen Latifah and the holiday film, Writing Around the Christmas Tree.
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01:20:4707/04/2022
Episode 28 | Douglas Lyons: ”Know the Assignment”
Happy Season 1 Finale, Survivors!! We are so excited to close out with the crazy talented and genuine, Douglas Lyons, actor and writer of the groundbreaking Broadway play, "Chicken and Biscuits".
Douglas shares his journey from booking his first professional job during college to being in the original Broadway cast of "Beautiful", the Carol King musical to bringing "Chicken and Biscuits" from the page to the stage! And of course the wisdom Douglas shares is like chicken soup for the soul!
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01:04:1703/03/2022
Episode 27 | A Black History Month Reflection
Hey Survivors! As we all know, February is Black History Month and we couldn't let the opportunity go by to give our Season 1 Black Guests their flowers and appreciation for sharing insight into their journeys with us!
So join us as we share some highlights from previous guests Anastacia McCleskey (actor in "Waitress" on Broadway, "Annie Live!" on NBC), Alana Cauthen (actor in "Rent" 20th Anniversary National Tour), Nzinga Williams (Production Manager for "Moulin Rouge" National Tour), Paul Renolis (Drag Queen, actor in "Strings Attached" on Amazon Prime), T. Ashley (author of "Sight Unseen" and "Miss Agnes is Missing") and Ruffin Prentiss (actor in "Insecure" on HBO, "Elementary" on CBS).
Plus we discuss the Netflix docuseries, "High on the Hog: How African American Cousine Transformed America" which has all four episodes currently streaming and Jason shares about his recent appearance on the podcast, Tyler Geis' Basement, where he shares some of his favorite Black Films for Black History Month!
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Check out Alana singing "Then Came the Light" (Alanya Bridge)
Info on Nzinga Williams:
Check out this article on the NEW Black Mutual Aid!
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55:5824/02/2022
Episode 26 | Allison Siko: ”Be A Sponge”
Hey Survivors!! Oh Happy Day, Survivors! We are so fortunate to have the mega-talented and genuine, Allison Siko who has portrayed "Kathleen Stabler" on the iconic hit show Law and Order: SVU for twenty years on today's episode! DUN DUN!
Allison shares some behind-the-scenes secrets about the show for all of you Dedicated Detectives, her audition process and of course her artistic journey which has taken her through not only tv but the stage and the world of film!
Also, Allison shares some inspiration for us all and we close out with another fun ass game!
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Watch "Law and Order: SVU" here
Watch "Law and Order: Organized Crime" here
Mic Check:
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Watch "Wayward Pines" here
Watch the "Inventing Anna" trailer
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The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up
PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate
Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs
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01:08:3617/02/2022
Episode 25 | Chad Hodge: ”Screenplay In My Backpack”
Hey Survivors!! We are so excited to have the groundbreaking creator of Netflix's first gay Christmas film, "Single All The Way" and the creator of the iconic show "Wayward Pines", Chad Hodge, as our guest for Episode 25!
Chad shares his brilliant story of how taking a chance on himself in Hollywood lead to his big Hollywood break and the epic career he has had writing and producing in film and television for the last two decades!
Chad shares some great writing tips, stories and closes out with a fun ass game!
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Watch "Good Behavior" here
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The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up
PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate
Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs
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01:08:4210/02/2022
Episode 24 | Janine Divita: ”Trust That You Can Do It”
Hey Survivors!! We are so excited to have a literal Superwoman, Janine Divita, here for Episode 24! Janine, who was most recently seen in the Broadway musical, "Jagged Little Pill" shares how she balances her career not only on the stage but behind the scenes as well as a Producer, Screenwriter and Businesswoman!
Janine shares some great advice and reminders that yes, Artists can have it all!!
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"Sisters Before Misters" Variety Article
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50:4727/01/2022
Episode 23 | Anastacia McCleskey: ”Hello Beautiful Spirits”
Hey Survivors!! Episode 23 with the incredible and inspiring Anastacia McCleskey is LIVEll! Anastacia who was most recently seen in the Broadway revival of "Caroline, or Change" and NBC's "Annie Live" shares her artistic journey from finding her singing as a child with her family to booking her first national tour to Broadway and then her transition to television with a recurring role on the hit show "New Amsterdam".
Anastacia also shares some wonderful ways she finds gratitude and how she channels her nerves into excitement before she hits the stage!
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57:1420/01/2022
Episode 22 | Gerianne Perez: ”Tengo Fe”
Hey Survivors!! We are excited to share episode 22 with you all! This episode features the lovely and talented actor Gerianne Perez; who was recently seen on Broadway in the "Waitress" reboot! Gerianne shares her artistic journey from finding her voice as an adolescent to her Broadway debut in the first acapella musical on Broadway, "In Transit". She also shares her love of Sara Bareilles, Lin Manuel Miranda, and of course, we have a fun game to wrap up the episode!
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168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color
The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up
PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate
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53:3813/01/2022
Episode 21 | Tyler Geis: ”Bringing Tyler Out of the Basement”!
Happy 2022, Survivors!! We are happy to kick off this new year with the awesome Tyler Geis: writer, director, producer and podcast host! Be sure to grab a snack, or a beverage and listen as Tyler shares some of his worst Survival Jobs, about his upcoming horror film, "Horny Teenagers Must Die" and about his own podcast, "Tyler Geis' Basement"!!
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56:5306/01/2022
Episode 20 | Samantha & Jason : ”A 2021 Recap”
Happy New Year, Survivors! Your favorite podcast hosts are here to share which artistic media brought them joy in 2021! Hear us discuss West Side Story, Being the Ricardos, I May Destroy You, Insecure, Tick Tick Boom and much more. Plus we share our top 5 most listened to guests of the year and our goals for 2022! It's a fun one ya'll!! :)
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168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color
The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up
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Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs
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40:5430/12/2021
Episode 19 | Nzinga Williams: ”Baste For Your Life”!
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays, Survivors!! We are giving you all the gift of Nzinga Williams this week for the holidays! She shares her artistic journey from working for little pay in local NYC theater to killing it as a Production Manager and Stage Manager on the Broadway! Plus she is an activist and organizer who has started the New Black Mutual Aid! Grab some eggnog, some holiday cookies, and dig into this episode!!
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Info on Nzinga Williams:
Check out this article on the NEW Black Mutual Aid!
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Check out the song "Who I Am" by reggae artist Beanie Man, where Nzinga got her nickname from!
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168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color
The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up
PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate
Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs
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55:2823/12/2021
Episode 18 | Ruffin Prentiss: ”What‘s Yours is Yours!”
OMG Survivors! Your favorite podcast hosts are back for the second half of season 1! We are excited to share our friend and actor Ruffin Prentiss! He shares his artistic journey from working at Ralph Lauren to working alongside Issa Rae and Lucy Liu amongst others! Ruffin is a GIFT ya'll!
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168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color
The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up
PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate
Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs
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48:0016/12/2021
Episode 17 | ”A BFF Bonus Episode”
Oh hey, Survivors! We freakin miss you all!! Your favorite podcast hosts are back with a bonus episode with some of our favorite filmmakers from the Bridgeport Film Fest!
The intro and closing to this episode were recorded on September 11, 2021, while the interviews were recorded back on July 19, 2021, with just Samantha!
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List of Special Guests:
Berlin Charles; musician and performer in "Still Wish You Well" music video
Burak Oguz Saguner; writer and director of the short film “A Strange Season”
Edwin Escobar; director of the short film “Tenant”
John Gray; director of the short film “Exit Package”
Julia Maggiola; co-writer and co-lead actor in the short film “The Art of Longing and Belonging”
Keaton Morris-Stan; co-writer and co-lead actor in the short film “The Art of Longing and Belonging”
Nick Ranieri; director of the music video “Still Wish You Well”
Rai’Jona Crear; lead actor in the short film “Tenant”
Santy Mejia writer and director of the short film “Everyday Feels Like Sunday”
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168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color
The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up
PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate
Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs
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01:11:0914/10/2021
Episode 16 | "Edward Hong: 1-800 EDWARD"
Survivors! Your favorite podcast hosts are back for our mid-season finale with the incredibly talented Actor and Activist, Edward Hong! He shares his artistic journey as an actor and voiceover artist which lead to the creation of his BIPOC VO listserve! He's amazing ya'll!
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Check out this article from BUZZ Magazine about Edward here.
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168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color
The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up
PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate
Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs
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58:3415/07/2021
Episode 15 | "Emma Orelove: Podcast Kween"
Oh hey, Survivors! Your favorite podcast hosts are back with the super talented, funny, kind Podcast Kween Emma Orelove! She shares about her journey booking her first television gig as well as launching her own podcast with her besties during the pandemic!
Please excuse any sound issues, Friends! We are still in a pandemic!!
Info on Emma Orelove:
Check out her website here.
Check out her podcast: "Are These Books Drunk?!"
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Tickets for the first annual Bridgeport Film Fest, hosted by Jason and Groundwork Bridgeport are on sale NOW. Use the code: BFFSUMMER to save 10% on your tickets HERE!
Please don't become complacent:
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Donate to the Community League of the Heights (CLOTH)
Support the People of Palestine
How to be an Ally to the AAPI Community
168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color
The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up
PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate
Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs
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58:0608/07/2021
Episode 14 | "Pedro Morillo Jr.: Washington Heights Jesus!"
Happy July, Survivors! We have a meaty-ass episode today! Your favorite podcast hosts are back with the booked, busy, and super talented special guest, Pedro Morillo Jr.! This quadruple threat shares advice on booking tv/film work, his thoughts on the recent In The Heights film adaptation; which he worked on, and why he has so much love and pride for Washington Heights.
Also, your co-hosts kick off their mic check with some thoughts on the heatwave happening on the East Coast this week and Pop Princess, Britney Spears! It's a good one ya'll! Lessgoooooooo!!!
Please excuse any sound issues, Friends! We are still in a pandemic!!
Info on Pedro Morillo Jr.:
Check out his website here.
Check out his podcast: "What's the Status?!"
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Tickets for the first annual Bridgeport Film Fest, hosted by Jason and Groundwork Bridgeport are on sale NOW. Use the code: BFFSUMMER to save 10% on your tickets HERE!
Please don't become complacent:
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Support Black Trans Folx here
Donate to the Community League of the Heights (CLOTH)
Support the People of Palestine
How to be an Ally to the AAPI Community
168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color
The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up
PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate
Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs
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01:13:2901/07/2021
Episode 13 | "Joe Longthorne: Meet Broadway Joe!"
Hey Survivors! It's time for another one! Your favorite podcast hosts are back with our special guest, Joe Longthorne, a Tony Award-winning producer.
Joe shares hospitality Survival Job stories, how the pandemic helped him reset, his journey to working in producing and some of his career highlights so far!
Please excuse any sound issues, Friends! We are still in a pandemic!!
Info on Joe Longthorne:
Check out his blog; Creative Finance with Broadway Joe
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21 Incredible LGBTQ+ Films to Watch During Pride Month
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How to be an Ally to the AAPI Community
168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color
The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up
PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate
Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs
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44:0824/06/2021