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Thrash 'n Treasure

114 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago - ★★★★ - 4 ratings

Juxtaposing Metal with Musicals - joined by iconic guests from the worlds of Music, Broadway, Hollywood, and more!

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Ep62 The Finn That Makes You Go MMM w/ Mary Testa! (Broadway!)

April 04, 2022 04:17 - 1 hour - 69.4 MB

We are wearing our finest hats- and trousers- this week, because we're joined by the immaculate Mary Testa! Say, what?! With this Broadway legend, the boys will take Van Halen's Women and Children for a test drive, plus revisit the William Finn classic, In Trousers- but has that parakeet learned to fly yet?! Plus we chat diplomacy, casting grievances, shattering wine glasses, and heaps more! Huge thanks to Alison Fraser for being the extra-special guest producer of this episode. w...

Ep61 Lizzie and the Amazing Technibearded Dreamboat w/ Alfie Parker & Lizzie Bea! (West End!)

March 22, 2022 02:21 - 1 hour - 63.6 MB

Hair hoppers, ahoy! We're joined by not one but TWO West End Divas today- Alfie Parker AND Lizzie Bea! Say WHAT?! This week, London's latest leading lady drags her beau with her through the torture chamber as we dish up a mega mix of topics such as Alice in Chains' album 'Dirt', the musical 'Heathers', disability access in theatres, the BLM movement, and more! Plus, find out what special surprise AW has- and did he give 'The Who's TOMMY' a standing ovation? If you're in the UK, be s...

Ep60 "Drag Race Is A Cheeseburger!" w/ Daniel Franzese! (Hollywood!)

March 06, 2022 17:11 - 1 hour - 106 MB

Can we get an Eamonn? No, we got ourselves a Daniel instead! Because we're joined by the wonderful Daniel Franzese! The star of Mean Girls/Bully/Looking- and tonnes more- joins the boys for some Christian Metal, in the form of Demon Hunter, but will the album slay, or turn to dust? Then, Mr. Evan and Mr. Franzese both deep-dive into the pockets of 'Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat" for two very different perspectives on this much-beloved musical. Plus, we chat working wit...

Ep59 Censored and Banned! w/ Haaz Sleiman! (Hollywood!)

February 26, 2022 17:39 - 1 hour - 82.4 MB

In every generation there is a chosen one, he alone is here to SLAY, MAN! Coz we've got the handsome Haaz Sleiman in the studio this week! Joining us to celebrate his ground-breaking role in Marvel's 'Eternals', Haaz spills the tea on all things MCU, THAT Eternals kiss, his off-Broadway debut in today's chosen musical, 'Venice', and we find out which Marvel villain Haaz would want to be quarantined with! Plus heaps, HEAPS more in an ETERNALLY-awesome episode! Including diving into Ch...

Ep58 Asgardian Idol w/ Amali Golden! (GOLDS)

February 14, 2022 11:28 - 1 hour - 72.2 MB

And the winner of Asgardian Idol is... FABULISA! Otherwise known as Amali Golden! Who music fans would know as GOLDS, but Australian Idol fans would know as little, spunky Amali Ward from Season 2! This week, we're joined by this remarkable talent to celebrate her blossoming career which has seen her singing for her car insurance, to appearing in Thor: Ragnarok! Plus, we'll try out some TOOL, before burning up the books with Mean Girls on Broadway! www.twitter.com/amaligolden -- Che...

Ep57 Fast Food, Glorious Fast Food w/ Bill Oakley! (Hollywood!)

February 05, 2022 11:22 - 1 hour - 65.3 MB

Get your game of Knifey-Spoony ready, because this week we're joined by writer/producer/showrunner/fast-food critic extraordinaire, Mr. Bill Oakley! In this EXTRA-D'ohlightful episode, we take a detour to Springfield to gossip about America's most-dysfunctional family, The Simpsons, and the complaints Bill received with their infamous trip to Australia! Plus, we give KISS a lick, and chow down on The Lion King's spectacular (?) Broadway production, as well as heaps more! www.twitter...

Ep56 Ripping Farts and Gripping Hearts w/ Lesli Margherita! (Anywhere!)

January 30, 2022 15:58 - 1 hour - 62 MB

Leslians Assemble! We're joined by the Queen of Broadway... Nutcases, THE stunning Lesli Margherita! This week, the star of Broadway's Matilda joins us as things get tantalizing once AW drops 101 fart puns... Plus we discuss Hellion, Zorro, Matilda, and heaps, heaps more in one of our silliest episodes yet! www.twitter.com/queenlesli https://www.thetonastontales.com/listen -- https://www.patreon.com/bloomingtheatricals - https://twitter.com/thrashntreasure https://linktr.ee/thras...

Ep55 The One with Stoned Rafiki w/ John Xintavelonis! (AUS)

January 22, 2022 22:45 - 1 hour - 62.2 MB

It's time to whip open our maps of Tassie because this week we're joined by Aussie theatre star, John Xintavelonis! YAAAYYY! And he's bringing along some Tasmanian Thrash Metal! D'OH! In this looney episode, we'll chat about his stints as Pumbaa, the Cowardly Lion, AND Mr. Braithwaite; plus, we find out what happened when Rafiki got stoned... *Dramatic Music!* www.twitter.com/johnxactor -- instagram.com/johnxactor https://www.thetonastontales.com/listen -- https://www.patreon.com/b...

Ep54 Free Vibrating Butt Lamps For All! w/ David Yazbek! (Broadway!)

January 12, 2022 23:05 - 1 hour - 62.1 MB

Dig a hole under another hole, because we're joined by none-other-than David Yazbek! The GENIUS composer/lyricist of the Tony/Emmy/Grammy-Winning hits such as today's musical - The Band's Visit, plus Tootsie, The Full Monty, and more. In our raunchiest, silliest episode yet, we'll chat about all-things Broadway, Led Zeppelin's 'IV', Winning Awards, Losing Awards, and what would a 'Yazbek' Jukebox Musical be called?! www.twitter.com/davidyazbek -- https://linktr.ee/TheBandsVisit **N...

Ep53 RENT: the 13,504,320th Minute Anniversary! w/ Fredi Walker-Browne! (Broadway!)

December 31, 2021 19:10 - 1 hour - 80.8 MB

This episode is dedicated to Al Larson, and Betty White. RIP. This week, we're joined by the Original Joanne Jefferson- Ms. Fredi Walker-Browne! In our New Year's celebration, we sit down with Fredi to discuss RENT, its impact, RENT + Race; PLUS we close our eyes and make a Nightwish, with their album 'Century Child' - and find out just how-well Andrew Garfield did as Jonathan Larson in 'Tick, Tick...Boom!'! https://twitter.com/missyfrediot -- http://bigspoonproductions.com/about-fr...

Ep52 The Origin of Audrey Two w/ Anastasia Barzee! (Broadway!)

December 25, 2021 10:12 - 1 hour - 61.6 MB

Merry Christmas! In the second of our Chrissy Double Feature, we're joined by Broadway Beauty Anastasia Barzee for a celebration of all things Christmas! With this darlin' diva, we'll chill-out to Halford's 'Winter Songs', and the original cast recording of 'White Christmas', plus we chat all things TV, Film, Theatre, and Angela Lansbury! www.twitter.com/anastasiabarzee Check out Lisa Humber on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1Pssg2xVWzuvywui7uFYrI https://www.thetonastont...

Ep51 A Very Merry Nightmare w/ Chris Sarandon! (Hollywood!)

December 24, 2021 08:31 - 1 hour - 60.4 MB

This is Hallowe'en AND Christmas, because we're joined by the one-and-only, Sir Jack Skellington himself, also-known-as Mr. Chris Sarandon! Say what?! In the first of our epic Christmas Double-Feature, this iconic, Oscar-nominated Hollywood (and Broadway) legend dishes the deadly nightshade on his much-beloved Disney hit, 'The Nightmare Before Christmas'; plus dives skull-first into August Burns Red's Christmas-themed album 'Sleddin' Hill'; as well as his seriously-stellar career whi...

Ep50 Schoolsical the Musical w/ Glenn Slater! (Broadway!)

December 13, 2021 09:13 - 1 hour - 63.9 MB

Look at this guest, isn't he neat? Because we're joined this week by Broadway/Film/TV Lyricist, Glenn Slater! Together, the Boys and Glenn will dive head-first into a Devil Driver album, so 'Pray for Villains' because Mr. Slater requested something "Heavy"- but did Evan deliver? Plus we chat Star Quality, Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon, Circus, and more! www.twitter.com/slaterlyrics https://www.thetonastontales.com/listen -- https://www.patreon.com/bloomingtheatricals - https://twitter....

Ep49 Power Rangers to the Rescue! w/ Caroline O'Connor! (AUS)

December 04, 2021 20:06 - 1 hour - 74.5 MB

Trigger Warning: This week's episode contains frank and raw discussion of suicide. This week, AW is flying solo as he sits down with the Queen of Aussie, West End, AND Broadway Theatre, THE Caroline O'Connor! In this honest and frank discussion, Caroline opens-up in ways that no guest has ever before on this silly little show whilst also sharing her thoughts on the Aussie theatre industry, her time with Chicago, working with Baz Luhrmann on Moulin Rouge!, comedy queens, and laughing...

Ep48 Evan, Cowgirls Get the Bruise... w/ Gareth Owen! (West End!)

November 26, 2021 14:22 - 1 hour - 72 MB

Party on Wayne! Party on Gareth! As in our special guest, multi-award winning Sound Designer Mr. Gareth Owen! Fresh from a nap during tech-year of MJ the Musical, this acclaimed technical wizard joins us to share his audial expertise in reviewing Guns 'n Roses' "Live '87-'93" album, before sharing the cheer about 'Bring It On'! Plus, Evan goes on a cheerleading deep-dive (or would that be tumble?), and we discuss Foley, Audiences, Theatre Acoustics, Wayne's World, and more! Given our...

Ep47 Spilling the Green Tea on Shrek! w/ Todd Buonopane! (Broadway!)

November 15, 2021 20:40 - 1 hour - 77.4 MB

Happy Birthday Us! So open up and say YAAAYYY! And we're joined by the loveable Todd Buonopane, the Broadway Glam-Bear known to audiences as the iconic Jeffrey Weinerslav in '30 Rock'! Today, Todd treats the torture chamber to one of his favourite musicals, 'The Rink', as well as taking in a huge, tall glass of Poison's 'Open Up and Say... Ahh!' - Plus, this charming comedian shares the tea about his unfair dismissal from the US Tour of 'Shrek the Musical' - as well as a few more del...

Ep46 Ali McG: Indahouse! w/ Ali McGregor! (AUS)

November 07, 2021 20:39 - 1 hour - 57.2 MB

We're shakin' all night long, coz we're joined by the exquisite Ali McGregor, Australia's number 1 Opera-Cabaret-Burlesque-Pop-Jazz star! Having performed on stages and opera houses across the world, Ms. McGregor joins the boys to share the 'Miracles' of Yma Sumac's 1975 Prog Rock album, whilst Evan gets to have his very own Jerry Springer the Opera moment! www.alimcgregor.com -- www.fluxus.com.au -- www.twitter.com/thealimcgregor https://www.thetonastontales.com/listen -- https://w...

Ep45 Truly Hadley, Deeply... w/ Hadley Fraser! (West End!)

October 30, 2021 17:04 - 1 hour - 54.6 MB

It's a-liiive, IT'S A-LIVE... conversation with West End hunk, Hadley Fraser, who joins the boys for a hilariously spooky Hallowe'en episode! Together, they'll discuss Dream Theater's epic 'Metropolis Part 2: Scenes from a Memory', before hopping into the lab for Evan's dissection of 'Young Frankenstein' via the Original London Cast! Plus we discuss Mel Brooks, Cultural differences, Doctor Who fans, and we find out what recent movie made Hadley cry! Despite that, it's a HAPPY HADLEYW...

Ep44 Mary and Mad Max w/ Bobby Cronin! (Broadway!)

October 26, 2021 19:21 - 1 hour - 64.9 MB

We've maxed out this week, with epically-talented composer Bobby Cronin in the studio to cheer us up with his brand-new musical, 'Mary and Max' - based on the cult Aussie Claymation film! Elsewhere, Bobby will relive his childhood with Quiet Riot's smash hit 'Metal Health', but did AW find it quiet, or a riot? You'll love this week's deep dive into the creation of Mary and Max with this charming Boston-born artist! If you're in the NYC area, be sure to check out Bobby's upcoming show...

Ep43 Rumi With A View w/ Nadim Naaman! (West End!)

October 23, 2021 12:20 - 1 hour - 71.5 MB

Rumi has it- that a brand new musical is coming to the West End! Luckily, we have co-creator, Nadim Naaman, in the studio to discuss his musical 'Rumi' and the show's upcoming premiere on the West End stage! Plus, we draw conclusions on the animated band Dethklok (there IS an L!) and their debut effort 'The Deth Album'... Plus we discuss marathons, trail-blazing, sharing pants with Hadley Fraser, and heaps more! www.twitter.com/nadimnaaman -- www.twitter.com/rumi_musical https://ww...

Ep42 Cinderella's Headbanger Ball w/ David Zippel! (Broadway!)

September 27, 2021 19:45 - 1 hour - 55 MB

Bless-my-soul, it's David Zippel! Joined this week by the iconic Tony and Olivier Award-winning lyricist of City of Angels, The Woman in White, Disney's Mulan AND Hercules- plus heaps more, the boy's review Twisted Sisters' classic album 'Stay Hungry', before journeying to Belleville so Evan can get to know Andrew Lloyd Webber's latest hit, Cinderella- now playing on the West End! www.twitter.com/davidzippel -- https://andrewlloydwebberscinderella.com/ https://www.thetonastontales.c...

Ep41 Is The Book of Mormon Racist? w/ Bert LaBonté! (AUS)

September 22, 2021 11:46 - 1 hour - 73.5 MB

We've got the golden debate: Is 'The Book of Mormon' considered racist in 2021? We're joined by Australia's original Mafala, Bert La Bonté, to discuss this hot-button topic, before exploring this incredible performer's variegated career. Plus, we'll go back to church with Ministry's album 'Psalm 69' - but does an album by any other name sound so sweet? www.twitter.com/bertlabonte https://www.thetonastontales.com/listen -- https://www.patreon.com/bloomingtheatricals - https://twitte...

Ep40 The Muppets Aren't "For Kids"! w/ Kirk Thatcher! (Hollywood!)

September 06, 2021 13:37 - 1 hour - 70.2 MB

It's the Muppet episode, with our very special guest Kirk Thatcher! YAAAYYYY! From E.T. to Star Trek, Gremlins to Star Wars, and more, Kirk Thatcher has had a literal-hand in puppetry, producing, acting, special effects, writing, directing, and even song writing on a gazillion of your childhood-favourites. Today, he's here to dig up some Muppet Treasure Island, open the toy-box on the Toy Dolls' debut EP, 'Dig That Groove, Baby', as well as dishing the dirt on Miss Piggy, Muppets Hau...

Ep39 The Singing of the Lambs! w/ Adam Richard! (AUS)

September 02, 2021 13:14 - 1 hour - 97.1 MB

Hard Quizzers, ahoy! This week we're joined by the FABULOUS Adam Richard, the trail-blazing LGBTQ+ stand-up comedian who has appeared on pretty much every TV Show ever made in Australia, including Border Security. Probably. This multi-talented Aussie joins us to dissect Bat Boy the musical, but not before flipping the lid off ZZ-Top's classic album 'Eliminator'. Plus we chat about quiz shows- of which Adam has been in 100, cameos in Musicals- of which Adam has been in 100, plus we're...

Ep38 Guys and Doyles w/ Tim Doyle! (Hollywood!)

August 26, 2021 02:51 - 2 hours - 94.9 MB

Not the catchphrase! This week, we're joined by Hollywood Sitcom Viagra, Tim Doyle, to explore his hilariously-stellar career on hit network shows such as Dinosaurs, Roseanne, Herman's Head, Schooled, The Big Bang Theory, Ellen, Grace Under Fire, *deep breath*, The Kids are Alright, Dr. Ken, and many more! Plus, Tim shares his love of the classic musical 'Guys and Dolls' with the 1992 Broadway Revival, whilst being tortured by System of a Down's Mesmerize. www.twitter.com/flakedandf...

A Cathy Freeman Musical, Please? w/ Amy Lehpamer! (AUS)

August 13, 2021 11:51 - 1 hour - 61.1 MB

Tommy can we see ye? Nope! Covid strikes again! But not all is lost, this week, the boys are joined by the stunning Amy Lehpamer, star of Victorian Opera's upcoming (at some point) production of The Who's Tommy! Together, they'll review Iron Maiden's seminal seventh album, 'Seventh Son of a Seventh Son' before Amy bowls us over with her experience in Shane Warne the Musical! www.twitter.com/amylehpamer -- www.instagram.com/amylehpamer

Ep37 A Cathy Freeman Musical, Please? w/ Amy Lehpamer! (AUS)

August 13, 2021 11:51 - 1 hour - 67 MB

Tommy can we see ye? Nope! C-o-v-i-d strikes again! But not all is lost, this week, the boys are joined by the stunning Amy Lehpamer, star of Victorian Opera's upcoming (at some point) production of The Who's Tommy! Together, they'll review Iron Maiden's seminal seventh album, 'Seventh Son of a Seventh Son' before Amy bowls us over with her experience in Shane Warne the Musical! www.twitter.com/amylehpamer -- www.instagram.com/amylehpamer https://www.thetonastontales.com/listen -- ...

Ep36 Villain Spice w/ Michael Cerveris! (Broadway!)

August 05, 2021 20:52 - 1 hour - 79.6 MB

Holy meat pies, Batman- IT'S MICHAEL CERVERIS! And need we say any more?! This week, the two-time Tony-winning Loose Cattle front man, Michael, serves up the Queensrÿche album, Operation Mindcrime, before celebrating The Who's Tommy- in the week before Tommy opens in AW's home city! What a thrill- '21 is CERTAINLY gonna be a good year! www.twitter.com/cerveris -- www.twitter.com/loosecattleband -- https://www.thetonastontales.com/listen -- https://www.patreon.com/bloomingtheatrica...

Ep35 She Stole My Part! w/ Noni McCallum! (Hi-5!)

August 01, 2021 08:29 - 1 hour - 49.2 MB

Noni's number one, we're gonna have-some-fun! This week, the boys are joined by 'Chatterbox' Noni McCallum, to chat about her time with the world's biggest musical group for children- Hi-5, plus an arena-filled with subjects including Victorian Opera, the Am-Dram Mafia, Come From Away (typical!), awkward celebrity encounters, and MORE! Plus, AW will give Metallica a few licks, whilst Evan spends Sunday in the Park with George. But will the Modern Metal General enjoy the jaunty saunte...

Ep34 ...And Introducing, Koba Cabana! w/ Andrew Kober! (Broadway!)

July 18, 2021 15:01 - 1 hour - 71.5 MB

AKA: Two dudes who have never met chat about anything-and-everything for 100 minutes. This week, we're joined by six-time Tony-eligible actor, Andrew Kober! Flying solo, AW drags this Broadway heartthrob through his old, dirty, thrash-y world of Melbourne Punk with the album 'World Against Reason' by who? No Idea! That's who! Also, they'll be 'Passing Strange' opinions on Stew's biographical musical. -- www.twitter.com/AndrewKober https://www.thetonastontales.com/listen -- https://...

Ep33 Christmas Eve in July w/ Ann Harada! (Broadway!)

July 15, 2021 08:28 - 1 hour - 59.8 MB

It doesn't suck to be us this week! Not only is past-guest, West End's Dave Muscat this week's special guest co-host, the boys are also joined by EXTRA-special guest, Broadway and West End star, Ann Harada! Together, they'll get the skinny on Thin Lizzy's final album 'Thunder & Lightning', as well as Ann's smash-hit musical comedy, 'Avenue Q'! www.twitter.com/annharada -- www.twitter.com/davidmmuscat https://www.thetonastontales.com/listen -- https://www.patreon.com/bloomingtheatric...

Ep32 Do You Wanna Build a Rock Band? w/ Patti Murin! (Broadway!)

July 10, 2021 13:26 - 1 hour - 44.6 MB

For the first time in four... weeks or so, we're joined by another Disney Princess! FROZEN's Patti Murin gets her giggle on in our gauntlet of glam for Norwegian Glam Rock Night! First, we check out TNT, who exploded onto the scene with their debut, self-titled album; then we venture to Arendelle where Princess Anna herself will give us a personal tour! Elsewhere, Team Metal's newest General, Evan, makes his debut- where he's thrown into the freezer with this blockbuster Disney music...

Ep31 Putting the TONYA in TONY Award w/ Tonya Pinkins! (Broadway!)

June 22, 2021 00:17 - 1 hour - 58.9 MB

Speed, Camera, Rolling! This week, AW and his EXTRA-special guest co-host, Aria Jackson, are joined by Tony Award winning actress, Tonya Pinkins, to chat about Jelly's Last Jam, Iggy Pop's Raw Power, Tonya's directorial-debut, Red Pill, plus a whole lot more! twitter.com/tonyapinkins -- twitter.com/redpillmovie2020 -- and check out Aria's work at www.ariajackson.net! https://www.thetonastontales.com/listen -- https://www.patreon.com/bloomingtheatricals - https://twitter.com/thrashn...

Ep30 Sleazes and Jesus w/ Josh Lamon! (Broadway!)

June 14, 2021 20:15 - 1 hour - 45.9 MB

Yaaayyy! It's Josh Lamon!!! With Gareth out of the studio, AW takes over the steering wheel... well... in theory. Joined by the returning Jonathan X as an EXTRA-special guest co-host, this week's albums are Miracle City (Live Australian Cast) and Skyhooks' Hits 'n Riffs! Be sure to check out Josh's podcast, Josh Swallows Broadway- available where you get your podcasts. www.twitter.com/joshlamon -- https://open.spotify.com/show/0iq7OBahvbvBtre1XLgOBT https://www.thetonastontales.co...

Ep29 Into The Filthy Groove w/ Vin Trikeriotis! (Tempest Rising!)

June 14, 2021 15:59 - 1 hour - 61.2 MB

Today, the boys are joined by a Metal AND Musical Perthonality as Vin Trikeriotis, from West-Australian band Tempest Rising, joins in the fun and frivolity... well, up until Hurricane Twiggy hits the studio again! Tune into the most useless, most hilariously-stupid rant about scaffolding that you ever did hear as Gareth attempts to crucify Jesus Christ Superstar, whilst AW deals with his Korn Issues. https://www.instagram.com/vin_trikeriotis/ https://www.thetonastontales.com/listen...

Ep28 F&S&M: SympHaynie and Metallica w/ F. Michael Haynie! (Broadway!)

June 01, 2021 19:53 - 1 hour - 91.9 MB

An EPIC guest plus two EPIC albums call for one EPIC episode! In this special two-hour chat, the boys are joined by rising Broadway star, F. Michael Haynie, fresh from co-hosting our equally-epic episode with Joanna Gleason! Topics include: NBC's Jesus Christ Superstar Live!, Holler If Ya Hear Me, Carrie, Broadway, Australia, Metallica, the (M)orons, and much, MUCH more! Albums reviewed: Symphony and Metallica, plus Charlie and the Chocolate Factory- original Broadway cast! www.twitt...

Ep27 Sweet Charlie-Tea w/ Jeremy Stanford! (AUS)

May 26, 2021 16:51 - 1 hour - 71.6 MB

Oh boy, are we excited this week! Not only does Gareth make his triumphant (?) return to the studio, we're also joined by the actor whose performance as Buddy Holly inspired AW to join acting class, Mr. Jeremy Stanford, in 1994! Together, they'll take their time dissecting the classic RUSH album, 'A Farewell to Kings', as well as the 2005 Broadway recording of Sweet Charity! twitter.com/storyboxguy -- www.jeremystanford.com.au https://www.thetonastontales.com/listen -- https://www...

Ep26 Let's Make a Dio w/ Joanna Gleason! (Broadway!)

May 17, 2021 22:17 - 1 hour - 66.1 MB

Holy guacamole, we're overloaded with talent this week! With Gareth out of the studio, Broadway's F. Michael Haynie joins us from the future to help interview the legendary, Tony Award-winning, powerhouse Joanna Gleason! Together, the talented duo- and AW- will shine a light on the 2010 recording of Finian's Rainbow, as well as Holy Diver, by 80s-rockers Dio. Plus, we discuss bootlegs, Boogie Nights, her one-woman show 'Out of the Eclipse', Into the Woods, and more! www.twitter.com/t...

Ep25 The Rural Tourers w/ Jim Grey! (Caligula's Horse)

May 09, 2021 07:13 - 1 hour - 47.9 MB

It's Caligula's REVENGE this week as Jim Grey (whom AW reviewed in episode 5) rides in on his 'Destrier' - whilst subjecting AW to Agent Fresco's album of the same name. Meanwhile, AW returns fire, by forcing Jim and Gareth to compete in the 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, by show-favourite, William Finn! The Torture Chamber Musical Comedy Smack-Down reaches EPIC levels this week! www.twitter.com/jimgreyofficial -- https://open.spotify.com/artist/6Zd7AjXsoLaweP9FHyudVC http...

Ep24 Lisa in Humberland w/ Lisa Humber! (CAN)

May 05, 2021 06:49 - 1 hour - 62.3 MB

Welcome back to the rock, we have another Come From Away! Today, the fellas are joined by the (nicest) Big Bad Wolf of Canada theatre- professional stage manager, Lisa Humber! Lisa stops by to shed some 'Skin' (say what?!) to celebrate the release of her upcoming single! Also, Gareth has Lisa and AW tied up over Slipknot's 'We Are Not Your Kind', whilst Lisa fires back with 'the Sound of Music' in our most EPIC, most juxtaposition-y episode yet! www.twitter.com/lisahumber -- www.tw...

Ep23 "Over Your F**kin' Nose, Charlie Brown!" w/ Andrew Lippa! (Broadway!)

April 18, 2021 19:20 - 1 hour - 54.5 MB

GOOD GRIEF! After weeks of being pushed, poked, and prodded (without dinner first) Aaron finally snaps and gangs up on Gareth with our FIRST Broadway Composer- the one-and-only Andrew Lippa! In our most hilaaarious episode thus far, Aaron and Andrew send Gareth searching for a Big Fish, whilst Gareth has AW and Mr. Lippa awake at Sixx:A.M. for some 'Prayers for the Damned'! Dramatists Guild Foundation: www.dgf.org -- twitter.com/lippaofficial https://www.thetonastontales.com/listen ...

Ep22 Hansell & Metal w/ Doug Hansell! (AUS)

April 14, 2021 10:47 - 1 hour - 77.1 MB

In this week's extra special birthday episode, we're joined by Doug Hansell from Australia's tour of 'Come From Away' as we set sail on the Titanic. Meanwhile, Gareth forces AW and Doug to take a Lamb of God for a walk on a treadmill. https://www.thetonastontales.com/listen -- https://www.patreon.com/bloomingtheatricals - https://twitter.com/thrashntreasure https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure ***** Help support Thrash 'n Treasure and keep us on-air, PLUS go on a fantastical adventure...

Ep22 Hansell & Metal w/ Douglas Hansell! (AUS)

April 14, 2021 10:47 - 1 hour - 71.5 MB

In this week's extra special birthday episode, we're joined by Doug Hansell from Australia's tour of 'Come From Away' as we set sail on the Titanic. Meanwhile, Gareth forces AW and Doug to take a Lamb of God for a walk on a treadmill. If you're in Sydney, be sure not to miss Come From Away! https://comefromaway.com.au/ (season limited!) -- twitter.com/doughansell

Ep21 The Pajama Drive

April 07, 2021 00:24 - 49 minutes - 49.4 MB

This week, Gareth hops into bed with The Pajama Game, but did he fall in love, or is it knives out? Meanwhile, Aaron takes a trip down Parkway Drive- but did he end up at Reverence, or repulsion? https://www.thetonastontales.com/listen -- https://www.patreon.com/bloomingtheatricals - https://twitter.com/thrashntreasure https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure ***** Help support Thrash 'n Treasure and keep us on-air, PLUS go on a fantastical adventure at the same time! Grab your copy of The...

Ep20 The Keeper of the Spam

March 31, 2021 21:21 - 43 minutes - 38.9 MB

Gareth hosts again as the boys have a round-table discussion about Monty Python's Spamalot, whilst Aaron becomes Keeper of the Seven Keys on Helloween! The Torture Chamber Musical Comedy Podcast continues with another round of absurd nonsense! https://www.thetonastontales.com/listen -- https://www.patreon.com/bloomingtheatricals - https://twitter.com/thrashntreasure https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure ***** Help support Thrash 'n Treasure and keep us on-air, PLUS go on a fantastical ...

Ep19 Children of Can-Can

March 23, 2021 08:43 - 48 minutes - 46 MB

Today, on a very special 'Blossom', one of the hosts is branded an "Evil Genius" - whilst elsewhere, one of the hosts is brought to tears... But who will it be?! Plus, the boys kick back with the Can-Can original Broadway recording, whilst the Metal side shows their love for Aleksi Laiho, with Children of Bodom's Hate Crew Deathroll. https://www.thetonastontales.com/listen -- https://www.patreon.com/bloomingtheatricals - https://twitter.com/thrashntreasure https://linktr.ee/thrashn...

Ep18 Once On This Codpiece

March 14, 2021 18:49 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MB

In today's episode, the boys are joined by fellow BLOOP Network volunteer, Mimi Kaka as they navigate Once On This Island, as well as battle over Manowar's Fighting the World! https://www.thetonastontales.com/listen -- https://www.patreon.com/bloomingtheatricals - https://twitter.com/thrashntreasure https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure ***** Help support Thrash 'n Treasure and keep us on-air, PLUS go on a fantastical adventure at the same time! Grab your copy of The Tonaston Tales by ...

Ep17 The Gospel According to Andy w/ Andy Dowling! (LORD)

March 04, 2021 15:58 - 1 hour - 81.4 MB

SAY WHAT?! Who knew Gareth had friends?! LORD's (only) Bassist Andy Dowling (The Andy Social Podcast) drops into the studio, but is he brave enough to subject himself to one of Aaron's infamous reviews of LORD's music- or will he chicken out?! PLUS, Aaron goes to war against Gareth and Andy with the hit, surrealist musical PIPPIN! Plus we chat Touring, Steffi D, RuPaul's Drag Race, and heeeaaps more! twitter.com/AndyDowling -- Andy-Social Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2KeIe...

Ep16 I Am Woman, Hear Me *DEATH GROWL!* w/ Jane Caro! (AUS)

February 25, 2021 09:59 - 45 minutes - 35.5 MB

In the countdown to International Women's Day, we're truly honoured to be joined by an EXTRA special guest, the iconic Australian Feminist, Author, TV Personality, and Political Activist, Jane Caro! Together, Jane and Aaron will gang up on Gareth, forcing him on a journey Into The Woods. Meanwhile, back at the ranch, Gareth returns the favour with Devilskin's Red. www.twitter.com/janecaro -- https://www.thetonastontales.com/listen -- https://www.patreon.com/bloomingtheatricals - ...

Ep15 Audrey II: This Time It's Personal w/ Ryan Touzell! (Brave Today)

February 20, 2021 23:16 - 1 hour - 66.8 MB

This week, Aaron has kicked Gareth out of the studio but is instead joined by his oceanic mate, Ryan Touzell from Sydney Metal band, Brave Today. Meanwhile, Ryan takes a snip of Little Shop of Horrors, whilst Aaron circles Periphery II: This Time It's Personal. www.facebook.com/bravetoday -- https://open.spotify.com/artist/5Cw9Smxnnin5V5Qoxp7dMs -- twitter.com/bravetodayau https://www.thetonastontales.com/listen -- https://www.patreon.com/bloomingtheatricals - https://twitter.com/th...

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