EPISODE · Jul 1, 2025 · 51 MIN
Had to Ask: Emma Pittman on The Outsiders on Broadway, Parasocial Relationships, and What’s on Her For You Page (It’s Unhinged)
from Had to Ask · host Melanie Sutrathada
Meet Emma Pittman: Broadway’s rising star who’s breaking the mold, telling her truth, and giving us all the backstage tea in the very first episode of Had to Ask.Emma Pittman (@emmapittmanofficial) is not just Cherry Valance in The Outsiders — she’s a vlogger, a Broadway scene-stealer, and forever the internet’s Roxie Hart. In this episode, Emma opens up about growing up in Mississippi, storytelling that honors the truth, and what it’s like stepping into a fandom-heavy show like The Outsiders.We also talk about astrology (obviously), parasocial relationships, Broadway stunt casting, and her dream job as a kid. Plus: the iconic opening night dress she wore to Back to the Future (thank you, Brendan!) and what her For You Page is serving her lately.Oh — and yes, we do talk about the Search for Dolly.Tune in for surprising insights, heartfelt moments, and stories only Emma Pittman can deliver.Chapters:00:09:17 - Emma's Dream as a Kid00:19:57 - The Search for Roxie & The Search for Dolly00:24:21 - Stunt Casting, Especially in the World of Chicago00:28:51 - The Gift of Playing Cherry in The Outsiders00:39:12 - Parasocial Relationships in the Broadway Space00:47:13 - What Emma Hopes for Her Legacy to BeFollow Had to Ask @hadtoaskpod for more bold conversations and unfiltered stories — hosted by Melanie Sutrathada (@melaniesutra)Co-produced and edited by Joseph Loper (@joehloper). Special thanks to The Chatwal in NYC for being the home of Had to Ask for season 1!⭐️ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and share it with someone who needs to hear it!
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Meet Emma Pittman: Broadway’s rising star who’s breaking the mold, telling her truth, and giving us all the backstage tea in the very first episode of Had to Ask.Emma Pittman (@emmapittmanofficial) is not just Cherry Valance in The Outsiders — she’s a vlogger, a Broadway scene-stealer, and forever the internet’s Roxie Hart. In this episode, Emma opens up about growing up in Mississippi, storytelling that honors the truth, and what it’s like stepping into a fandom-heavy show like The Outsiders.We also talk about astrology (obviously), parasocial relationships, Broadway stunt casting, and her dream job as a kid. Plus: the iconic opening night dress she wore to Back to the Future (thank you, Brendan!) and what her For You Page is serving her lately.Oh — and yes, we do talk about the Search for Dolly.Tune in for surprising insights, heartfelt moments, and stories only Emma Pittman can deliver.Chapters:00:09:17 - Emma's Dream as a Kid00:19:57 - The Search for Roxie & The Search for Dolly00:24:21 - Stunt Casting, Especially in the World of Chicago00:28:51 - The Gift of Playing Cherry in The Outsiders00:39:12 - Parasocial Relationships in the Broadway Space00:47:13 - What Emma Hopes for Her Legacy to BeFollow Had to Ask @hadtoaskpod for more bold conversations and unfiltered stories — hosted by Melanie Sutrathada (@melaniesutra)Co-produced and edited by Joseph Loper (@joehloper). Special thanks to The Chatwal in NYC for being the home of Had to Ask for season 1!⭐️ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and share it with someone who needs to hear it!
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