And That's What You REALLY Missed

Country singer Deacon Claybourne is on the pod! 

"Nashville's" leading man, Charles Esten, joins Jenna and Kevin to talk about his time on the hit show, but his journey to get there could be its own TV series! From doing stand-up comedy, being the house manager at The Groundlings, to playing Buddy Holly in London and performing in front of royalty and U.S. Presidents! Plus, his funny audition story for "Nashville" and why it p...

ATWYRM is getting a little bit country!  Kevin and Jenna take a look at the pilot of the TV musical show, ‘Nashville,’ starring Connie Britton and Hayden Panettiere. Spoiler alert - this was Kevin’s first time watching the show, and he’s now such a big fan he’s ready to make this a ‘Nashville’ re-watch podcast! The duo shares why the show works so well for them, how it pulls back the c...

Gleek of the Week is back! You have stories of what the show continues to mean to you, and we want to hear them!

Jenna and Kevin welcome Alexis to the pod, who reveals 'Glee' was there when they needed it the most - just as they were going through their own Queer journey. Alexis shares what the show meant to them, why they were initially resistant to watch it, the storyline that hooked them, and the one that kept them watching! Plu...

It's Tracy Turnblad herself! The OG from the Tony Award-winning Broadway Musical! 

Strap in and get ready for a fun ride with Marissa Jaret Winokur! The Tony Award winner shares her journey to becoming Tracy Turnblad on Broadway, and her stories have Jenna and Kevin laughing the whole time! From heading to L.A. for the very first time thanks to Lucy Lawless, booking a small role in a huge Oscar-winning movie, showing up to Hol...

50 years later, and ‘The Rocky Horror Picture Show’ is still going strong!

Jenna and Kevin are doing the Time Warp and exploring the cult classic musical! They share their appreciation for the film and Glee’s ode to the musical, dive into the controversy surrounding the movie, their initial thoughts when they first saw the movie, and their dream casting for a possible remake. Hint - you might go gaga for their sug...

It's a new era for ATWYRM!

Tune in as Jenna and Kevin answer all your note-worthy questions about this new adventure! From the musicals they plan on watching, to whether 'KPop Demon Hunters' will be included on their watch list, their upcoming guests, and the musicals that first made them fall in love with the genre! Plus, Jenna opens up about her time performing and recording alongside future stars with Broadway Kids! 
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He was pitch-perfect on the small screen in ‘Glee’ and ‘Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist!’ 
The one and only Skylar Astin shares fun behind-the-scenes stories with Jenna and Kevin about his time on both TV musical shows! Like, which show had more rehearsal time, how much live singing they actually did on Zoey’s, the performance he calls a career highlight, and a story that gives Jenna chills! Plus...

Kevin and Jenna are back with their next recap, the TV musical series, “Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist.” The lead of the show can hear people sing their inner feelings or “heart songs” as she calls them. The show has a lot of heart, and there are a lot of Glee crossovers! The duo shares their thoughts on the live performances, the premise, the cast, and their experience auditioning for the show! Includi...

Reunited and it feels so good! The 'Glee' cast had a mini-reunion on 'Celebrity Weakest Link' and a gleeful time was had!

Jenna brought her A-game to the competition series and has all the behind-the-scenes scoop! From how it all came together, what the cast wasn't told, to how they reacted to seeing Jane Lynch back in her Sue Sylvester tracksuit, and what it was like to hang out and compete with castmates like Heather Morris, Chor...

Get ready for some great behind-the-scenes scoop about the making of 2007's Hairspray from the man who was at the helm of the film!

Producer, Choreographer, and Director Adam Shankman joins Jenna and Kevin to share some great stories about his toe-tapping and delightful musical, including the lengths he went to in order to assemble his A-list cast, like his memorable 1 AM dinner with John Travolta! Brittany Snow and Zac Efron bombi...

Kevin and Jenna are back with another musical deep dive - this time it’s 2007’s Hairspray! And the Glee connections are everywhere: Adam Shankman’s direction, Zach Woodlee’s choreography, and even songs later covered on Glee.
They break down the stacked cast - John Travolta, Christopher Walken, Queen Latifah, Zac Efron, and more - plus Jenna’s surprising 180 from not remembering she liked the movie ...

Get-cha Head In the Game because Coach Bolton from 'High School Musical' is on the pod!

He's the MVP Dad and Coach of East High, but he almost didn't score the part! Bart Johnson joins Jenna and Kevin to share great behind-the-scenes stories from "High School Musical," including how he got the role after first missing his shot, the impact the movie had on his career, and the moment he knew HSM was more than just a small Disney...

"High School Musical" premiered on the Disney Channel almost 20 years ago, introducing a new generation to musicals and catapulting the young cast to international stardom!  Scene stealer 'Ryan Evans' aka Lucas Grabeel joins Jenna and Kevin to talk about the smash hit musical that became a pop cultural phenomenon! From his initial audition for the role of 'Troy,' to working with Kenny Ortega to develop his character, and ...

It's the post-Glee era and the start of something new!
Kevin and Jenna are back with the rewatch podcast format you know and love, but this time, they're focusing on iconic musicals! First up, the Disney movie that introduced musicals to a whole new generation - “High School Musical!” The duo shares their thoughts on the casting, performances, plot, soundtrack, and their obsession with the legendary Kenny Ortega!&nbs...

What is the feeling that Glee leaves you with?

We've heard from the cast and crew, but now it's time to hear from you! Kevin and Jenna turn the podcast over to the "Glee" community, and the community has responded! Hope, pride, and joy are just a few of the adjectives that kept popping up. Plus, the characters fans connected with and why, the personal inspiration drawn from the show, and the valuable lessons learned.

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Glee took viewers on an emotional rollercoaster ride every week, but what feelings did it leave the cast and crew with? 
It’s the question Kevin and Jenna wrap up every guest interview with: What is the feeling that Glee leaves you with? Now, they’re revisiting some of their favorite answers from cast and crew - including Matthew Morrison, Dianna Agron, Darren Criss, Amber Riley, Jane Lynch, and more.
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Naya Rivera and Santana Lopez left an indelible mark on Glee fans, so it's only right to hear from you, the fans! 

Kevin and Jenna turn the podcast over to Glee fans from all over the globe for their heartfelt memories of Naya, favorite Santana moments, and how she made people feel seen for the first time ever with her trailblazing role as a Latina LGBTQ+ character. Naya Rivera’s legacy continues and will continue to shi...

On Glee, Santana was a shining star who commanded attention with her undeniable talent, charisma, and spark (and snark) brought to life by the one and only Naya Rivera. 
Kevin and Jenna are honoring and celebrating Naya’s talent, professionalism, magnetic personality, and impact on the cast and crew. They share their favorite memories of Naya from on and off the set, and we hear fond memories from some of the Glee cas...

Could this be the tour of all gleeking tours?!
Gleek of the Week Podcast’s Andrew McGuire is back and blows Jenna and Kevin away with his dream Glee reunion tour with a full-on McKinley High experience! The guest stars, the Cheerios, the lockers! They are dreaming big! Like Vegas Residency at the Sphere, big! It’s so good that they wouldn’t be mad if fans started a petition to make it a reality!
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