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Goodversations Theatre PodcastEpisode #37 - JESSICA LEE GOLDYN I Gotta Dance, Moulin Rouge, A Chorus LineOur guest today is the remarkable Jessica Lee Goldyn. Currently staring in Gotta Dance, her illustrious career includes some of Broadway’s most iconic productions.
From her star-making turn in A Chorus Line, to performances in shows like Hello, Dolly!, Finding Neverland and Moulin Rouge, Jessica’s professional journey is one of longevity, dedication, and deep artistic commitment - now marking 20 years since her Broadway debut.
Jessica is a living legend and it was a true pleasure to have her on the show. Join us as we reflect on the defining moments of her career (incl...
2026-04-0240 minGoodversations Theatre PodcastEpisode #36 - SARAH MEAHL I Chess on BroadwayOur guest today is the brilliant Sarah Meahl. She is currently starring in Chess on Broadway and brings with her a career that spans Broadway, Off-Broadway, regional theater, the silver screen, and beyond.
In addition to her work on stage, Sarah is also a highly sought-after dance teacher in New York City, shaping the next generation of Broadway hopefuls.
Sarah is the real deal, and it was such a joy to have her on the show. Join us as we talk about survival jobs, her approach to teaching, what separates the dancers who go the...
2026-03-2629 minGoodversations Theatre PodcastEpisode #35 - ARIANNA ROSARIO I Moulin RougeOur guest today is the incredible Arianna Rosario, who’s currently dazzling audiences as Satine in Moulin Rouge.
After first stepping into this leading role on the national tour, she has now made history as the first Latina since KO to play Satine on Broadway.
Join us as we talk all about her journey with the show (which actually started almost 4 years ago!), what a typical day of a Broadway leading lady looks like, the process of crafting her own version of Satine, and so much more.
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2026-03-1942 minGoodversations Theatre PodcastEpisode #34 - VIVIAN PANKA I Mean GirlsOur guest today is the talented Vivian Panka, who is currently playing Regina George in the UK & Ireland tour of Mean Girls.
She previously starred as Alana Beck in the UK Tour of Dear Evan Hansen, brought razor-sharp bite to Heather Duke in Heathers, and toured the country as Judy Bernly in 9 to 5 - three wildly different roles that showcase just how versatile Vivian is on stage.
Originally from The Netherlands and having moved to the UK during COVID to pursue this career path, Vivian’s professional journey has been nothing short of impressive. Tune in...
2026-03-1232 minGoodversations Theatre PodcastEpisode #33 - SOPHIE CARMEN-JONES I Chicago, Moulin RougeOur guest today is the delightful Sophie Carmen-Jones, who played Nini in the original London cast of Moulin Rouge before bringing that same performance to Broadway.
She is currently commanding the stage as Velma Kelly in Broadway’s Chicago - a role that, as it turns out, has been on her bucket list since day one.
Sophie is a true gem and it was an honor to have her on the show. Join us as we talk all about her journey from the West End to Broadway, manifesting her turn as Velma Kelly, adjusting to li...
2026-03-0541 minGoodversations Theatre PodcastRe-introducing Goodversations
Goodversations is evolving.
While celebrating all things theatre remains at the core of what we do, for the first time in 7 years, we are opening the door to other creatives from different areas of the entertainment world.
In addition to your favorite theatre makers, we'll also be chatting with professional dancers, television actors, content creators, musicians and more — those who put themselves out there as artists and are fueled by love for what they do.
With deeply human, funny, and insightful conversations ahead, this next chapter of Goodversations invites you to connect with yo...
2026-01-2603 minGoodversations Theatre PodcastEpisode #32 - KHORI MICHELLE PETINAUD I Chicago, Moulin Rouge, AladdinJoin me and today's guest Khori Michelle Petinaud (Aladdin, Moulin Rouge!, Dancin, Chicago) as we talk through her illustrious resume, discuss industry changes she hopes to see in the future, and of course chat all things Chicago.
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2023-10-2438 minGoodversations Theatre PodcastEpisode #31 - AMANDA JANE COOPER | WickedJoin me and today's guest Amanda Jane Cooper as we talk all about starring as Broadway's 15th Anniversary Glinda in Wicked, getting married in a virtual ceremony during the pandemic and finding wonder in the everyday.
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2021-03-0844 minGoodversations Theatre PodcastEpisode #30 - NATALIE PARIS | Six the MusicalJoin me and today's guest Natalie Paris as we talk all about her iconic portrayal of Jane Seymour in Six the Musical, growing up in the spotlight and getting crafty during quarantine.
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2021-03-0138 minGoodversations Theatre PodcastEpisode #29 - ALLYSON AVA-BROWN | Hamilton, Les MiserablesJoin me and today's guest Allyson Ava-Brown as we talk all about West End's smash hit musical Hamilton, the power of inspiration and bond over being introverts in a traditionally extroverted industry.
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2021-02-2237 minGoodversations Theatre PodcastEpisode #28 - MEGAN HILTY | Wicked, Smash, 9 to 5Join me and today's guest Megan Hilty as we talk all about her most celebrated performances on stage and screen, her career philosophy and the lessons learnt along the way.
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2021-02-1530 minGoodversations Theatre PodcastEpisode #27 - MAIYA QUANSAH-BREED | Six the Musical, RENTJoin me and today's guest Maiya Quansah-Breed as we talk all about Six the Musical, performing at the Oliviers and look back at the wild ride that was 2020.
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2021-02-0835 minGoodversations Theatre PodcastEpisode #26 - PAUL WILKINS | Hair the Musical, Les MiserablesJoin me and today's guest Paul Wilkins as we talk all about Hair the Musical, exploring his creativity on his own terms through producing and being a teaching artist, and how his perception of what it means to be a leading actor in a show has changed over the years.
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2020-05-1127 minGoodversations Theatre PodcastEpisode #25 - CASSIDY JANSON | &Juliet the MusicalJoin me and today's guest Cassidy Janson as we talk all about &Juliet the Musical, her dream Olivier Awards opening number and how she is navigating the current situation around us.
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2020-05-0430 minGoodversations Theatre PodcastEpisode #24 - KATIE ARNSTEIN | It's A Girl! Trilogy (ft. ThriftyTheatreLondon)Join me and Sarah from ThriftyTheatreLondon for this very special interview with actress and playwright Katie Arnstein as we chat all about her trilogy of one-woman plays, overcoming imposter syndrome and her love for all things fringe theatre.
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2020-03-2327 minGoodversations Theatre PodcastEpisode #23 - STEPH PARRY | Mamma Mia! The PartyJoin me and today's guest Steph Parry as we talk all about Mamma Mia! The Party, making bold choices and that time she saved the day at Mamma Mia while being a standby in 42nd Street on the West End.
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2020-03-1634 minGoodversations Theatre PodcastEpisode #22 - MARCUS HARMAN | Dear Evan HansenJoin me and today's guest Marcus Harman as we talk all about Dear Evan Hansen, being vulnerable on stage and embracing the idea of 'failing forward'.
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2020-03-0936 minGoodversations Theatre PodcastEpisode #21 - GAVIN CREEL | WaitressJoin me and today's guest - Olivier and Tony Award winning actor Gavin Creel - as we talk all about his experience of playing Dr. Pomatter opposite Sara Bareilles in Waitress, being an introverted extrovert and how his definition of success has changed over the years.
Plus, hear us geek out about the surprising connection between Gavin and Goodversations podcast!
Connect with Gavin on Instagram: @gavincreelofficial
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2020-03-0225 minGoodversations Theatre PodcastEpisode #20 - TAMARA MCKOY - PATTERSON | Jack and the BeanstalkJoin me and today’s guest Tamara McKoy-Patterson as we talk all about Theatre Peckham's new Christmas panto, Jack and the Beanstalk! Hear us discuss her role in the show, doing panto vs. a regular musical, sharing the stage with 24 children and so much more.
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2019-12-1621 minGoodversations Theatre PodcastEpisode #19 - TARIK FRIMPONG | Aladdin, Mary Poppins ReturnsJoin me and today’s guest Tarik Frimpong (Mary Poppins Returns, Aladdin, The Lion King) as we talk all about his experience being part of these amazing stage and screen projects! Plus, hear us talk about performance anxiety, making bold choices, his experience moving across the world to pursue his passion, and so much more.
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2019-12-0938 minGoodversations Theatre PodcastEpisode #18 - DESI OAKLEY | Waitress, Wicked, Chicago the MusicalJoin me and today’s guest Desi Oakley as she walks us through her impressive Broadway resume which includes roles in fan favourite musicals such as Wicked, Chicago and Waitress on tour.
Plus, hear Desi talk about discovering "her" Jenna, tapping into her own creativity as a singer-songwriter and finding her place on the Great White Way.
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2019-12-0238 minGoodversations Theatre PodcastEpisode #17 - NICHOLAS PODANY | Harry Potter and the Cursed ChildJoin me and today’s guest Nicholas Podany as we talk all about Harry Potter and the Cursed Child on Broadway!
Plus, hear Nicholas share embarrassing audition stories, talk about near death experiences (he's had two!) and discuss the relationship between creativity and courage.
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2019-11-2540 minGoodversations Theatre PodcastEpisode #16 - SARAH O'CONNOR | WaitressJoin me and today’s guest Sarah O'Connor as we talk all about Waitress, making her Jenna debut and the magic recipe behind the sweetest show on the West End. Plus, hear Sarah answer YOUR burning questions!
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2019-11-1128 minGoodversations Theatre PodcastEpisode #15 - CARLY MERCEDES DYER | The View UpStairsJoin me and today’s guest Carly Mercedes Dyer as we look back on this year's hottest new musical The View UpStairs and hear Carly share funny stories from backstage.
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Check out the original cast recording, now available to download and stream on iTunes & Spotify!
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About the show:
Millennial fashion designer Wes has just purchased an abandoned building, but little does he know that this forgotten gem was the UpStairs Lounge, a vibrant...
2019-11-0431 minGoodversations Theatre PodcastEpisode #14 - NATALIE GREEN | Hair the MusicalJoin me and today’s guest Natalie Green as we talk all about Hair the Musical, touring nationwide with the tribe and that one time when the cast did a performance of Hair in front of 200 - naked! - audience members.
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2019-10-2831 minGoodversations Theatre PodcastEpisode #13 - IOANNA KIMBOOK | Bitter WheatJoin me and today’s guest Ioanna Kimbook as we talk all about Bitter Wheat which is considered to be one of this year’s most divisive new plays on the West End, her once-in-a-lifetime audition experience for this project and making her West End debut straight out of acting school.
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2019-10-2131 minGoodversations Theatre PodcastEpisode #12 - ALEX GIVEN | The Book of MormonJoin me and today’s guest Alex Given as we talk all about The Book of Mormon, how taking a leap of faith lead him to a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and the key differences between performing in Australia and on the West End.
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2019-10-1431 minGoodversations Theatre PodcastEpisode #11 - DINO FETSCHER | Torch SongJoin me and today’s guest Dino Fetscher as we talk all about Torch Song and the importance of bringing more LGBTQ focused theatre shows to modern audiences. Plus, listen to Dino talk about his own experiences being an openly gay actor, doing the things that scare him and the best advice he has ever received.
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2019-10-0731 minGoodversations Theatre PodcastBONUS EPISODE #2: JANE JOURDAN | Fit for BroadwayJoin me and today’s guest Jane Jourdan (founder and CEO, Fit for Broadway®) as we talk all about merging her passion for fitness and the arts into a global brand, finding her unique purpose and the innovative ways in which Jane is bridging the gap between theatre industry professionals and students.
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Connect with Jane on Instagram: @janejourdan
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About Jane Jourdan:
Jane is the Founder of Fit for Broadway®, a community-powered wellnes...
2019-08-2236 minGoodversations Theatre PodcastBONUS EPISODE: MAX VERNON | The View UpStairsBONUS EPISODE ALERT!
Join me and today’s guest Max Vernon (book, music and lyrics - The View Upstairs) as we talk all about bringing his off-Broadway musical to London, being a queer creative in the theatre industry and the unique challenges when writing a show based on a forgotten piece of LGBTQ history.
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Connect with Max on Twitter: @MaxVernon
Instagram: @frauleinsallybowels
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Book tickets to see The View Upstairs, currently playing at the Soho Theatre until August 24th 2019: http://theviewupstairs.co.uk/
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Goodversations Theatre PodcastEpisode #10 - SHARON ROSE | Motown, Caroline or Change, Beautiful - The Carole King MusicalThe delightful Sharon Rose (Motown, Beautiful - The Carole King Musical) is our guest this week! 🎙✨
Listen to us chat about cultural influences, being an introvert in a traditionally extroverted industry and how unlocking your authentic self can lead to incredible opportunities both on stage and in life.
2019-06-1758 minGoodversations Theatre PodcastEpisode #9 - ELEANOR SHAW | The Great GatsbyThe incomparable Eleanor Shaw (The Great Gatsby) is our guest this week! 🎙✨
Listen to us chat about the unique challenges that acting in an immersive production entails, transforming self-doubt into fearlessness, and why putting audiences at the heart of the story is the future of live theatre.
2019-06-1042 minGoodversations Theatre PodcastEpisode #8 - EDDIE GREY | The Book of Mormon AU + US TourThe brilliant Eddie Grey (The Book of Mormon AU & US Tour, Wicked) is our guest this week! 🎙✨
Click play and listen to us chat about the difference between performing in the US versus in Australia, finding courage to create your own opportunities, the ways in which directing has influenced his perception of acting, and so much more! 🎧
2019-06-0347 minGoodversations Theatre PodcastEpisode #7 - MID-SEASON CHECK IN & THANK YOU! l GoodversationsHi guys and thank you all so much for tuning in!
I thought to do things a little bit differently this week and to record a solo episode just to check in with you all and to reflect on the biggest learnings and wow moments from the last couple of months of working on Goodversations. I am SO GRATEFUL for all your amazing support in making this podcast happen, so thank you again so much for clicking play - it really does mean a lot to me!
2019-05-1329 minGoodversations Theatre PodcastEpisode #6 - HENRY GOTTFRIED | WaitressThe superbly talented Henry Gottfried is our guest this week!
Listen to us chat about his passion for directing, the joys and difficulties of living on a Broadway schedule and traveling 35 countries with one of the world's best known collegiate a cappella groups.
2019-04-2939 minGoodversations Theatre PodcastEpisode #5 - GRACE MOUAT | Six the MusicalThe marvellous Grace Mouat is our guest this week!
Listen to us chat about all things Six the Musical, working with your idols and why we should all be using social media to cultivate positivity and acceptance. Follow us on Instagram @goodversations to be the first one to know when a new episode comes out!
2019-04-2242 minGoodversations Theatre PodcastEpisode #4 - MADDIE HOPE COELHO | Rocky Horror Show UK TourThe effervescent Maddie Hope Coelho is our guest this week!
Listen to us chat about what it means to be a swing covering 5 different roles in a touring production, the truth about living out of suitcases and why you're never too fancy to be kind to fans at stage door because it really does go a long way.
2019-04-1545 minGoodversations Theatre PodcastEpisode #3 - NICK BARASCH | She Loves Me, Big RiverThe incredibly talented Nick Barasch is our guest this week!
Listen to us chat about his experience growing up on Broadway, the joys and hardships of navigating 8-show weeks while still in high school and why his fake-prom was SO much better than the real one.
2019-04-0853 minGoodversations Theatre PodcastEpisode #2 - KRISTEN KELLY | Broadway Talks BackThe lovely Kristen Kelly is our guest this week!
Listen to us chat about Kristen's experience of building her own brand at the age of 21, the practicalities of getting Broadway's biggest names on board with her project and why being a fan can really go a long way.
2019-04-0144 minGoodversations Theatre PodcastEpisode #1 - MATTHEW RANKCOM | Perfectly Ordinary MusicalThe superbly talented Matthew Rankcom is our guest this week!
Listen to us chat about the unbelievable real life encounter that inspired him to develop an original musical, the many joys (and difficulties!) of starting out in the theatre industry, and so much more.
2019-03-2550 minGoodversations Theatre PodcastIntroducing Goodversations | A New Theatre PodcastAn introduction to Goodversations - a collection of honest, deep-dive conversations with young creatives from the Broadway community and the London theatre scene.
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