
Matching Minds with Sondheim: The Podcast in an open invitation into the puzzle-loving, game-designing mind of Broadway legend Stephen Sondheim. Based on the acclaimed book by Barry Joseph, each episode uncovers the hidden world of Sondheim’s lifelong passion for treasure hunts, cryptic crosswords, parlor games, and more. Join Barry and his guests—puzzle-makers, game designers, and Sondheim aficio... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 12 | Founded | 2 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | LeisureGamesArtsPerforming Arts | |||

Join us as we unpack the 1973 murder mystery film The Last of Sheila, written by Stephen Sondheim and Anthony Perkins. The discussion features guest James McCusker, a 45-year fan of Sondheim and a college composition professor. They explore the movie... more
In It's Puzzling: The Power of Crosswords and Games, host Natan Last, author of the cultural history of crosswords, Across the Universe, moderates a discussion at the Brooklyn Book Festival with Barry Joseph, game designer and author of Matching Mind... more
Barry Joseph and guests walk through Sondheim’s final treasure hunt. Guests Kellian Adams Pletcher, a game designer at FableVision Studios, and Robert Lee, a faculty member and current chair of NYU's Tisch School of the Arts Graduate Musical Theatre... more
Barry Joseph and guest Andrew Parr page through Stephen Sondheim's passion for puzzle and game magazines. From Sondheim's early fascination with cryptic crosswords to his last major interview about puzzles, this episode uncovers how these collections... more
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Each episode is engaging and feels like I’m hanging out with board game/puzzle enthusiasts friends listening to their stories about Sondheim. It’s a crossover I didn’t know I needed!
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The podcast provides an engaging exploration of Stephen Sondheim's lesser-known interests, particularly his love for puzzles and games throughout his life. It features discussions on how these activities influenced his creative process, offering insights into Sondheim's personality and genius. Episodes include conversations with puzzle enthusiasts, game designers, and scholars, all centered around Sondheim's contributions to the world of theater and his unique approach to creativity through playful design and problem-solving. Listeners can expect a rich mix of personal anecdotes, expert analysis, and a celebration of Sondheim's legacy that extends beyond music into games and puzzles.
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Recent guests on Matching Minds include:
1. Juliana Pache
2. Kellian Adams Pletcher
3. Robert Lee
4. Andrew Parr
5. Grace O'Keefe
6. Michael Mitnick
7. Pat D'Amico
8. Michael Bittnick
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