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Life's But A Song

Jon
Broadway
Musicals
Musical Theater
Disney
Animation
Stephen Sondheim
New York City
The Greatest Showman
Theater
Gene Kelly
Musical Theatre
Hollywood
Judy Garland
Racism
Mental Health
New York
The Lady Objects
Oklahoma!
My Sister Eileen
Christmas

A podcast that lives in the land of musicals. I'm joined by a new guest each episode to discuss either musical movies, musical TV series, or the musical episode of a show. linktr.ee/Butasongpod

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Latest Episodes

We're doing a murder mystery musical this episode! Joined by new guest MiMi Scardulla, she and Jon discuss a musical that's near and dear to MiMi's heart. Oh, and they spoil the crap out of this show - you have been warned.

MiMi's Instagram: @mimi... more

Dustin is back and gave Jon a challenge that took months to complete, but he did it. The two talk about The Vampire Diaries and how it ties into this episode, while Dustin fills in some blanks for Jon.

Dustin's Socials: linktr.ee/DustinCanR... more

Gibson is back on his first solo episode to discuss another undead musical (his words). He challenged Jon to watch not one but two versions of this show and the non-musical movie the stage production is based on. Jon also learns a lot from Gibson a... more

The dream team is back on the pod this spooky season to talk about a movie Jon has been sitting on for far too long (but also needed to fill a slot for this October). Jon, Scott and Kendra discuss the sensational KPop Demon Hunters! They break down t... more

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Gibson DelGiudice
Guest on Dance of the Vampires episode
Episode: Ep. 587 - The Dance of the Vampires (w/ Gibson DelGiudice)
Kevin Gadsalinski
Composer, book author, director of Charmed content
Charmed musical project team
Episode: Ep. 584 - Charmed the Musical: A Witch Your Heart Makes (w/ Kevin Jeezy and Aaron Robertson)
Aaron Robertson
Music composer and producer for the musical
Charmed musical project team
Episode: Ep. 584 - Charmed the Musical: A Witch Your Heart Makes (w/ Kevin Jeezy and Aaron Robertson)
Thaddeus Danquah
Host of Happy Media Podcast, first-time guest on this show
Happy Media Podcast
Episode: Ep. 580 - Sister Act (1992) (w/ Thaddeus Danquah)
Charles Tyson, Jr.
Guest discussing performance and production history
Episode: Ep. 577 - Ain't Misbehavin' (1982) (w/ Martha Madrigal and Charles Tyson, Jr.)
Cullen Callaghan
Co-host of Not My Fantasy podcast, guest on this episode
Not My Fantasy
Episode: Ep. 571 - Mulan (1998) (w/ Cullen Callaghan and Hannah Sylvester)
Hannah Sylvester
Co-host of Not My Fantasy podcast, guest on this episode
Not My Fantasy
Episode: Ep. 571 - Mulan (1998) (w/ Cullen Callaghan and Hannah Sylvester)
Nick Bombicino
Guest, composer and music-minded contributor
Episode: Ep. 569 - Pitch Perfect 3 (2017) (w/ Nick Bombicino)
Kevin Jeezy
Actor and podcaster; former Starkid alum
Starkid / Actor
Episode: Ep. 568 - Firebringer (w/ Kevin Jeezy)

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Jon
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Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 36 ratings
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    The bedknobs and broomsticks episode broke me. The host knows nothing about the movie or its history but keeps crapping all over it. I felt so bad for the guest.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    ccins11
    United States2 years ago
  • Fun little chat

    Enjoyable to listen to the fun bantering about musicals! Keep up the good work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jaydanielr
    United States4 years ago
  • Hi

    You should review crazy ex girlfriend please

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ntrik
    United States4 years ago
  • Loved being a guest! Ty!

    So fun to do and even better to listen to! Thanks Jon!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Not Battles
    United States5 years ago
  • Love this podcast!!!

    Love this podcast!!! Great insight into musicals.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gatsbyj
    United States5 years ago

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The show blends nostalgia with sharp insights into musicals.
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Ep. 584 - Charmed the Musical: A Witch Your Heart Makes (w/ Kevin Jeezy and Aaron Robertson)
Q: How long was the recording process for this musical project?
About a month, with a staged schedule of Zoom sessions for big scenes and on-call participation for solos, across 26 actors and multiple time zones.
Ep. 576 - Central Park - Season 1 (w/ Blanche Daly)
Q: Were there any moments that surprised you about the production or casting?
The involvement of high-profile songwriters like Cyndi Lauper and Darren Criss, and the decision to recast Molly's voice to reflect contemporary conversations about representation were surprising and notable.
Ep. 576 - Central Park - Season 1 (w/ Blanche Daly)
Q: What makes Central Park stand out as a musical series compared to other animated shows you've covered?
The show fuses original music with a narrative about a family living inside a park, featuring Broadway veterans and a diverse singing cast, which creates a uniquely theatrical feel within an animated world.
Ep. 569 - Pitch Perfect 3 (2017) (w/ Nick Bombicino)
Q: What did you think of their arrangement for Toxic?
The arrangement was tight and inventive, leveraging different syllables and a playful self-awareness, though there were minor nitpicks about bass parts and the perceived balance of vocal versus instrumental elements.
Ep. 557 - The Care Bears Movie (1985) (w/ Aaron Choi)
Q: Are you Team Care Bear or Team Care Bear Cousins?
The host clearly favors the Care Bear team for its central characters, while acknowledging the Care Bear Cousins offer variety; both hosts discuss the魅r as rhetorical devices, but the Care Bears edge out for emotional resonance.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Life's But A Song

What is Life's But A Song about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Musical film, stage-to-screen, and theater-adjacent conversations anchor this show, with a rotating guest lineup that brings expertise from composers, actors, writers, and critics. Episodes routinely dissect how classic and contemporary musical works translate to screen—covering production design, casting, performance dynamics, and the balance between nostalgia and innovation. Fans get a punchy mix of rigorous analysis, personal anecdotes, and playful banter, often anchored by two steady hosts who spark thoughtful critique while inviting diverse viewpoints. Notable strengths include deep dives into MGM-era musicals, behind-the-scenes trivia, and thoughtful consideration of how genre, era, and adaptation shape a musical story; occasional liv... more

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1. Gibson DelGiudice
2. Kevin Gadsalinski
3. Aaron Robertson
4. Thaddeus Danquah
5. Charles Tyson, Jr.
6. Cullen Callaghan
7. Hannah Sylvester
8. Nick Bombicino

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