NOW WE'RE TALKING with Drew Gasparini
40 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsBroadway composer Drew Gasparini has a lot of friends in show business. Sure, he knows what their resume looks like, and what their professional accolades are, but other than that, he doesn’t know shit about them. “Now We’re Talking” is a podcast where Drew invites his show biz friends to discuss things about them you can’t find on Google. There will be a new episode every week, and each episode will feature a different guest from Broadway legends to TV icons. (twitter/IG: @DrewGasparini || tiktok: @theDrewGasparini).Part of the Broadway Podcast Network.
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Episodes
Ep 39 - The (M)orons: Meet the (M)orons!
February 09, 2022 08:00 - 49 minutesAlex Brightman is a two time Tony nominee known for his work on Broadway in shows such as School of Rock and Beetlejuice. Andrew Kober has been starring in Broadway shows for over a decade in shows such as Hair, Les Miserables, Beautiful and MORE. F. Michael Haynie is a stage favorite known for their work in Dogfight, Wicked, and currently stars as Olaf in the national tour of Frozen. And I, well… I’m Drew and I hang with these lovable shitheads all the time as they are my best pals and frequ...
Ep 38 - Fergie L. Philippe: "Lin-Manuel, Can I Have Your Money?"
January 28, 2022 08:00 - 56 minutesWhat’s the best way to get Lin-Manuel to give you all his money? Fergie L. Philippe breaks down the best method for me. For that reason alone you should be tuning into our conversation. But if that’s not enough for you, we get into some real conversations about the Muppets, Fergie’s love for performing and puppetry, embarrassing sports injuries, what his daily routine is as a star of the blockbuster Broadway hit “Hamilton” and we play a game of MOST IMPOSSIBLE QUESTIONS! Tune in. RATE AND SU...
Ep 37 - Kate Baldwin: "They're There"
December 07, 2021 08:00 - 51 minutesKate Baldwin is not only a Broadway Icon, she’s a terrific hang, a super mom, and all in all a mega bad ass. We alllll know Kate from her Tony Nominated work in shows such as Finnian’s Rainbow, Hello Dolly, but I bet you’d never guess where she met her husband, actor Graham Rowat! Of COURSE we love Kate’s work as an incredible singer heard on such Original cast albums such as Big Fish and Superhero, but did you know that Kate Baldwin might actually make the best breakfast sandwich you’ll ever...
Ep 36 - Matt Doyle: "I've Never Smelt So Much Gas In One Room"
November 16, 2021 08:00 - 56 minutesMatt Doyle is a Broadway treasure. Is there anything worse than seeing the friends you grew up with not age at all, meanwhile you feel like you’ve aged 4 times faster than most humans?? That’s how I feel when I saw Matt on the other end of this interview. I’ve known him since we were 12 and shortly after our adolescents he became a Broadway staple starring in shows such as Spring Awakening, War Horse, Book of Mormon, and so much more. He’s about to make his return to Broadway in the highly an...
Ep 35 - Caitlin Kinnunen & Ryan Bauer-Walsh: "Gay Metallica"
November 01, 2021 07:00 - 44 minutesWhat lullabies did we listen to as kids? Do we remember how WEIRD the children’s stories we were read as kids were? Does Tony nominee indeed have a dog fighting ring in her basement? Will I ever finally get Jonathan Groff to pay attention to the nonsensical beef I’m trying to start with him? WHO KNOWS! But we talk about all of this and more on this week’s episode featuring guests Caitlin Kinnunen and performer/writer Ryan Bauer-Walsh. From our discussion about their upcoming project THE RAINB...
Ep 34 - Louis Sacco: "I Reach My Greatest Heights By Helping Others Reach Theirs"
October 18, 2021 12:29 - 43 minutesLast week we spoke to a student of mine. This week we are talking to a mentor of mine! An amazing man with a storied life and career in both the arts and corporate America. He’s an entrepreneur and a business owner. He is the reason I am here writing musicals today because it was his support and believe in me that kept me in NYC… and now look at me! I’m hot shit! And it’s all thanks to today’s guest. My mentor. My teacher. My friend. Louis Sacco! Follow our host Drew Gasparini on twitter and ...
Ep 33 - Elisa Martini: "One Hundred Percent!"
October 12, 2021 07:00 - 47 minutesToday’s guest is a little different than our typical lineup of household names from show biz. She is a 16 year old actor, singer, and writer who is just getting her start in the industry. She’s not a household name YET, but mark my words, she *will* be. Her name is Elisa Martini and I’ve had the great privilege and honor of being her coach, teacher, and mentor over the last couple years. The reason I had her on the podcast was because there is something remarkable about her drive and passion ...
Ep 32 - Ann Harada: "Unsweetened Ice Tea"
October 04, 2021 07:00 - 55 minutesAnn Harada is a Broadway legend! We ALL know Ann as the original Christmas Eve in Avenue Q on Broadway and the West End, but did you know that this nifty New Yorker is actually from Hawaii!? We know that Ann was recently seen in the new hit on Apple+ series “Schmigadoon” but did you know that Ann got a real life scary diagnosis during the pandemic?? Ann is one of the most persevering artists in the business, and she time out of her vacation to talk to my dumb ass! It was a joy to catch, and i...
Ep 31 - Meghan Picerno: "Andrew Lloyd Weber Could Really Use the Money"
September 20, 2021 07:00 - 43 minutesHave a seat and listen the hell up. Meghan Picerno swung by the podcast and we got DEEP! We talk about our worst reviews, we talk about the return of Broadway, but not only that! We discuss which cartoons gave us our sexual awakening, and we toss a big middle finger to the powers that be in Texas for their cockamamie laws against women! Meghan is the real deal. A great hang, an absolute bad ass, and someone I had the great privilege of speaking with! She has gone from performing as an opera s...
Ep 30 - Lesli Margherita: "I'm Jean McJean!"
September 13, 2021 07:00 - 42 minutesWe are not worthy! The Queen is in the building. Queen Lesli that is. Lesli Margherita is one of the funniest and most kick ass people in the business. Of course many of you know her from her Olivier award winning performance as Inez in Zorro the Musical on the West End, but did you know that she covered LA and London well before she even made her Broadway debut! We all fell in LOVE with Lesli when she starred as Mrs. Wormwood in the hit Broadway musical Matilda, but did you know that this bi...
Ep 29 - Raymond J Lee: "He Who Study's Well"
September 06, 2021 07:00 - 50 minutesSit your ass right down and LISTEN! Broadway’s secret weapon is here! It’s Raymond J Lee! We all know Ray from his work on stage in such shows at Mamma Mia, Soft Power, and Groundhog Day, but did you know Ray was supposed to be a doctor! I’m sure you all know Ray from his amazing work in shows like Aladdin or song cycles like We Aren’t Kids Anymore (written by yours truly), but did you know his parents LIED TO HIM about being accepted into Columbia! Ray has a fascinating life, and he’s been a...
Ep 28 - Lilli Cooper & Ethan Slater: "I Did Not Say Murder"
August 30, 2021 07:00 - 52 minutesTony Nominee Lilli Cooper returns! And this time she’s joined by Tony Nominee Ethan Slater! Both starred in Spongebob Squarepants on Broadway, but did you know that these two went to college together! Lilli and Ethan not only perform together, but collaborate together as well! Along with Nick Blaemire, Ethan wrote the new concept album “Edge of the World” and Lilli joined the talented team to lend her voice to the album. We talk about everything from breakfast cereal, to the biggest lies we’v...
Ep 27 - Natalie Weiss: "Spaghetti in Bed"
August 23, 2021 07:00 - 44 minutesJumping f***ing jesus! Natalie Weiss is in the house! Natalie and I talk about everything from eating spaghetti in bed, sending food back at a restaurant, and what it takes to be a bad ass entrepreneur while also being an artist! We all know Natalie from her stage work in shows like Les Miz, and Everyday Rapture on Broadway, but did you know that this viral sensation has no strategy when it comes to building her empire?! We all know her from her highly popular online series BREAKING DOWN THE ...
Ep 26 - Adam Pascal: "Shout Out to Greenblatt's Deli"
August 15, 2021 07:00 - 34 minutesWe are back!!! Season Two, bitches! Here we go! We are starting season two with someone I have been a fan of since I was in 5th grade! The iconic Adam Pascal! We all know Adam for his Tony nominated performance as Roger in the original cast of RENT, and the fact that he reprised that roll in the blockbuster movie adaptation, but did you know that Adam Pascal made a guest appearance on the cult webseries "Submissions Only" singing a song called "We Should F*** Other People". We loved Adam in t...
Ep 25 - Season One Finale: Danny & Andrew
June 18, 2021 04:00 - 30 minutesIf you do one thing all summer, make sure it is listening to this episode. Today's guest is NOT in show business. Most people do NOT know who he is. But this is without a doubt the hardest I've laughed recording any one of the twenty five episodes of this season. Ladies and gentleman, endure the lunacy of my big brother. This episode is a series of stories of our childhood. From hysterical bathroom moments, to life-changing sleep away camp embarrassments, this episode has the goods from two b...
Ep 24 - Andrew Barth Feldman: "You Can Find Love at 'Scoundrels'"
June 11, 2021 04:00 - 55 minutesAndrew Barth Feldman is an absolute gentleman! This was one of my favorite conversations of 2021 so far, and I’m honored the man himself sat down with me to talk about everything and anything. Of course we know that this Jimmy Award winner went on to make a splash as the title role in Broadway’s Dear Evan Hansen, but did you know that he has always dreamed of opening a Tiki Bar and restaurant in his apartment! We are thrilled to see his success span toward TV as Antoine in the Disney Plus ser...
Ep 23 - Troy Iwata: "I Took a Class That You Told Me to Pay You to Take"
June 04, 2021 04:00 - 51 minutesBroadway and TV star Troy Iwata and I have known each other since I met him as a young new talented and tricked him into paying too much money for a masterclass I was teaching. WHAT A SUCKER! I’m thrilled I know Troy and I’m thrilled he was able to come by the podcast for some fun! Troy has graced the Broadway stage as a swing in the cult phenomenon “Be More Chill,” but we all know that! I bet you didn’t know Troy worked at Target and was a master at bagging groceries! Troy became a fan-favor...
Ep 22 - Emma Hunton: "My Entire Life is Based off the Decision of a Six Year Old"
May 28, 2021 04:00 - 45 minutesEmma Hunton is a class act. She currently plays Davia Moss on GOOD TROUBLE, now in its third season. But you know that! I bet you didn’t know that she once had access to LORD OF THE RINGS porn parody! Before her work in TV we all knew Emma from her career on stage as Elphaba in Wicked and Ilsa in Spring Awakening on Broadway, but did you know that if it came down to it, she’d kick Tomi Loren’s small minded ass!? I bet you know of her work on tour as Natalie in Next to Normal or from her perfo...
Ep 21 - Alex Wyse: "I Was Born on a Misty Tuesday"
May 21, 2021 04:00 - 59 minutesMy heart filled up like a pinata when I sat down for this chat. Alex Wyse is a good friend, and sure, we love him for his theatre performances in shows such as off-Broadway's "Triassic Parq" and Broadway shows such as "Lysistrata Jones" and Deaf West's revival of "Spring Awakening" but I bet you'd never guess that his grandmother was responsible for some of today's most popular advertising slogans? We are all hip to the fact that Alex and Wes Taylor co-created and star in the ground-breaking,...
Ep 20 - Antonio Cipriano: "A Fart is an Experience"
May 14, 2021 04:00 - 56 minutesWe should all be angry at Antonio Cipriano. He’s handsome, successful, young, and has great hair. So let’s just get pissed at the guy! It was a wonderful time having Antonio on to chat about his Sicilian roots, his amazing work in the Tony nominated Jagged Little Pill, his upcoming projects, his dream of being drafted for the major leagues, and we even play a riveting game of F*** MARRY KILL. His answers might surprise you! Tune in! Just a couple Italians talking theatre. Follow Antonio on hi...
Ep 19 - Taylor Iman Jones: "I Have Good Teeth Privilege"
May 07, 2021 18:15 - 55 minutesNo one on this planet is more chill and charming than Broadway star, Taylor Iman Jones. It was a complete pleasure getting to talk to her about everything under the sun. Not just her amazing career accolades (such as starring in Broadway cult fave’s such as Groundhog Day and Head Over Heels, and also jumping in as the lead alongside Beth Leavel in the upcoming The Devil Wears Prada), but we also discuss how we are both Bay Area native’s, how she is a jazz pianist, and we even play a rousing g...
Ep 18 - Ryan Scott Oliver: "I'm a Christian Rock Fiend Even Though I'm an Atheist"
April 30, 2021 04:00 - 57 minutesRyan Scott Oliver is one of the most prolific musical theatre writers of our generation! He and I go back a long time and I didn’t think I could respect the man more until we had this conversation! Of course *you* know RSO for his tremendous, game-changing musicals such as WE FOXES or JASPER IN DEADLAND, but did you know one of his musicals actually made an appearance on a certain former presidents reality TV show??? And I'm sure we’ve ALL jammed out to his song-cycle “35MM” with songs inspir...
Ep 17 - Joe Iconis: "I Love to be Delighted"
April 23, 2021 04:00 - 1 hourJoe Iconis is huggable. Joe Iconis is intimidating. Joe Iconis has amazing talent. Joe Iconis also has amazing hair. He is a darling of musical theatre, and someone I always catch myself rooting for. We ALL know that Joe Iconis is a staple in NYC with his infamous concerts featuring the “Joe Iconis Family” but did you know that Joe Iconis has a deep love for all things The Muppets? We all know Joe for his Tony nominated work for his musical adaptation of BE MORE CHILL, but did you know this s...
Ep 16 - Rob McClure: "Filming Vampire Movies in the Woods"
April 16, 2021 04:00 - 57 minutesRob McClure is a mother f***ing FIXTURE on Broadway. There is something infectious about the way this guy talks about theatre. A perpetual childlike wonder and amazement geared toward everything he does to contribute to the Broadway stage. He makes an audiences theatre experience one they will always remember, because he truly understands the value of a live audience! Sure, he is approaching “legend” territory on Broadway, but did you know his fascination with performing all started when he w...
Ep 15 - Brandon J. Ellis: "A Life-sized Antonio Banderas Body Pillow"
April 09, 2021 04:00 - 57 minutesIf you’re looking for a full-sized, Antonio Banderas body pillow, then Brandon J. Ellis is the man you should be hanging with. Broadway star Brandon J. Ellis and I have been friends for over a decade. You all probably know him as the face of Firehouse Subs, but did you know that he wrote a musical called Balls: The Musical!? …and that it was sponsored by BALLS VODKA?!? Most of you will probably know him as “Davy Zlatic” from the original Broadway cast of the amazing musical Bandstand, but did...
Ep 14 - Lizzy McAlpine: "Maple Cream on a Biscuit"
April 02, 2021 04:00 - 57 minutesLizzy McAlpine’s music is so good that it makes me angry. Angry that I can’t be JUST LIKE HER! I had a blast getting to know this wonderful new singer/songwriter. She is working with some of the biggest names in the industry such as Jacob Collier and Dodie, and she’s getting praise from big players such as Sara Bareilles! By now we’ve all heard her amazing debut full length album “Give Me a Minute” which boasts MILLIONS of streams on Spotify! Sure her videos on TikTok and instagram have the w...
Ep 13 - Andrew Kober: "I Like The Idea of Being Mysterious"
March 26, 2021 04:00 - 1 hourAndrew Kober has been in every Broadway musical ever. Okay, well, not really. But he’s been in many of them. One of the workingest actors in the game. So of course we all know that he’s performed on the Tony’s twice: first with the revival of Hair and second with the revival of Les Mis. But did you know that he and his son have an adorable online talkshow called “The Asher & Daddy Show”?? We know that Andrew Kober has worked directly with the great Stephen Sondheim and Lord Andrew Lloyd Weber...
Ep 12 - Drew Gehling & Julia Mattison: "You Can't Put the Sycamore Next to the Munchkins!"
March 19, 2021 04:00 - 1 hourWe’ve doubled your pleasure with this seasons first DOUBLE GUEST EPISODE SUPREME MEGA BONANZA THINGY! Two amazing artists, and quite the kick ass duo, Drew Gehling & Julia Mattison! Drew Gehling (or as I refer to him “more handsome and successful Drew”), is best known for originating the role of Dr. Pomatter in the hit musical Waitress, but did you know that he knows all the words to the “Gummy Bears” theme song?!? Julia Mattison is well known for her work creating characters such as NYC’s be...
Ep 11 - Rachel Zegler: "Hasmat Reality"
March 12, 2021 05:00 - 1 hourHoly shit! A movie star took the time to talk to me! Not just any movie star! A beautiful, young, charming new talent who caught the attention of Steven Spielberg who cast her as Maria in his upcoming adaption of West Side Story! It was a true pleasure having Rachel on the show. She reminded me that we’d actually met before at the Broadway Flea Market when she was 14 years old! On today’s episode we talk about Rachel’s experience working with Steven Spielberg and Stephen Sondheim. We also pla...
Ep 10 - F. Michael Haynie: "And This is F!"
March 05, 2021 05:00 - 1 hourF. Michael Haynie is a nerd. The most beautiful nerd I know. He’s my best pal. The people love F. That’s why he has been seen in big fat shows like Wicked as Boq, and Frozen as Olaf, but did you know that he know he has an INSANE knowledge for the lore of the Super Mario Universe?!? I think it’s common knowledge by now that F originated the role of Augustus Gloop in Broadway’s “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory”, but did you know that he originally had dreams of being a band instructor?? I me...
Ep 9 - Brittany Hölljes: "You're A Little Gray Fox Having Coffee in a Little Tweed Hat"
February 26, 2021 05:00 - 1 hourBrittany Holljes, one of the driving forces behind the band Delta Rae stops by the podcast for a deep dive conversation! This one is particularly special to me because Brittany and the other band members of Delta Rae all grew up together! I’m sure our listeners know that Brittany and her band Delta Rae have a massive following, but I bet you didn’t know that we were in an a cappella group when we were kids! Sure, it’s old news that she was listed as one of Rolling Stone’s “women who rock” but...
Ep 8 - Bonnie Milligan: "Supple Awnings"
February 19, 2021 05:00 - 1 hourBonnie Milligan and I simply don’t trust the Disney character Aladdin. And BOY do we make sure to talk about it. Bonnie, of course, is known for her work on stage in musicals such as Kinky Boots, and Jasper In Deadland, but did you know that she was raised in a doublewide trailer? Bonnie made huge waves on Broadway originating the role of Pamela in the musical Head Over Heels, but I can almost guarantee that you didn’t know that she is an expert sandwich orderer! This was one of my favorite e...
Ep 7 - Justin Guarini: "Do You Still Have a Myspace?"
February 12, 2021 05:00 - 1 hourIt’s a scientific fact that Justin Guarini’s voice can get women AND men pregnant. Frankly, I’m sickened by the man’s talent and kindness. I mean it’s no secret that the man became a household name during American Idol’s first season as one of the two finalists alongside Kelly Clarkson, but did you know that his mother was a News reporter!? He has had perpetual success from TV to the Broadway stage and even becoming the long running spokesperson for Diet Dr. Pepper, but did you know that he t...
Ep 6 - Amber Ardolino: "I Think That's How I'm Going to Thirst Trap"
February 05, 2021 05:00 - 51 minutesAs if we needed more reasons to love Amber Ardolino! Turns out she’s not only talented, beautiful, successful, and kind- SHE’S AN INTERIOR DECORATOR TOO! It’s like, enough already! We get it. You’re rad. And our conversation only cemented that fact. It’s like, sure, you were on Broadway right out of the gate in teensy weensy shows like Head Over Heels, and Moulin Rouge, but why is no one talking about you have dreams of one day having a job where she can one day get day-drunk! Also, okay, YES...
Ep 5 - Marc Summers: "Old Jews Yelling About Show Business"
January 29, 2021 05:00 - 55 minutesIconic TV host Marc Summers is HUNG LIKE A MOOSE …At least that’s the rumor we are starting here on this podcast! Marc Summers! Legendary show business fixture! We all know the man from his tenure at Nickelodeon as the host for “Double Dare,” and “What Would You Do?” - but did you know that he started out as a f***ing magician! We ALL know that he was host of the food network’s long-running flagship show, “Unwrapped,” but did you know he was also a stand up comedian and performed alongside th...
Ep 4 - Lilli Cooper: "I Just Want To Say on Record: Go Fuck Yourself Jonathan Groff"
January 22, 2021 05:00 - 56 minutesLadies and gentleman! Lilli F***ing Cooper is in the house! HOW EXCITING! Sure, it’s a thrill because she’s a Tony nominee for her work in Tootsie the musical on Broadway, but did you know that she loves Dexter’s Laboratory? I’m excited AF she’s here! Sure she played Sandy Squirrel in Spongebob on Broadway, but did you know that she was CYBER BULLIED in middle school??? Jesus! We all know that she was in the original cast of Spring Awakening, but did any of you know that she played multiple r...
Ep 3 - Colton Ryan: "Try The Veal!"
January 14, 2021 07:00 - 58 minutesI get it. Colton Ryan is the next big thing, what with his appearances on Broadway in musicals like Dear Evan Hansen and Girl From the North Country. But can you even comprehend how cool it is that he learned his face moisturizing routine from a TikTok video?? Like, guys, I KNOW Colton is the star of Sara Bareilles’ Apple+ series, Little Voice, buuuut, did you know that Colton knows a shit load about looking for real estate??? Like, I truly am thrilled that he’s done all of this (including pl...
Ep 2 - Kathryn Gallagher: "So Bob Fosse Called"
January 14, 2021 06:00 - 1 hourIt’s pretty clear that Kathryn Gallagher has an amazing start to an amazing career from appearing in the Broadway revival of Spring Awakening to her work on the Netflix thriller You. But did you know that she comes from a long line of artists and bacteriologist (whatever the hell that means!)? We are alllll excited that her work in Jagged Little Pill has earned her both Tony and Grammy nominations, but did you know that her dad Peter Gallagher was full on DISSED by Bob Fosse? I’m thrilled I w...
Ep 1 - Alex Brightman: "A House With an Ass On It"
January 14, 2021 05:00 - 1 hourWe alllllll love Alex Brightman for the work he’s done in the industry. And yes, we toooootally get that he’s a two-time Tony Nominee for his roles in School of Rock and Beetlejuice on Broadway. But I bet you didn’t know where he grew up, or that his parents had to sit him down for some VERY blunt advice at a young age. Of course we love Alex for his work leading up to his Tony nominations in shows like Matilda and Wicked, but did you know that Alex Brightman and I spent 3 days together trave...
Introducing NOW WE'RE TALKING with Drew Gasparini!
January 08, 2021 20:41 - 1 minuteHey, theatre nerds. Get excited. Get mother f***ing PUMPED in fact. There's a brand new podcast coming soon! Check out the trailer for the official launch of the Broadway Podcast Network's newest podcast, "Now We're Talking!" an unscripted, unstructured, and unhinged interview series hosted by Broadway composer Drew Gasparini! Don't be crazy, subscribe today! More about NOW WE'RE TALKING with Drew Gasparini: Broadway composer Drew Gasparini has a lot of friends in show business. Sure, he know...