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Musicals with Cheese
by Broadway Podcast Network
Musicals with Cheese is a weekly comedy podcast in which musical expert Jess tries to get working-class layman Andrew to appreciate musical theatre, one show at a time! Part of the Broadway Podcast Network.
Episodes
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BONUS: Maybe Happy Ending | Theatre in the D
You're in for an extra special BONUS episode. This time Jesse McAnally is joined by Miranda Moffat to talk about the National Tour of the Tony Winning Musical "Maybe Happy Ending." What did they think? You'll have to listen to find out. Tickets for Maybe Happy Ending are available at ATG in...
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Death Becomes Her
If you want perfection, go check out another podcast. This week we're trying to live forever by taking the purple potion that makes you forever young. We're covering the newest dark Diva-off comedy on Broadway "Death Becomes Her." This is an iconic musical that has a deeply loved fanbase and now...
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BONUS: The People's Joker
This week join us to talk about the only Joker movie in 2024 that is worth talking about in any way, Vera Drew's fantastic mixed media trans comedy "The People's Joker." If you haven't heard of this film, you should do yourself a favor and give it a watch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
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BONUS - Kennedy Kanagawa Interview
We've got an extra special BONUS episode for you! Today we're talking to Kennedy Kanagawa about their past dreams of being a film director, their work in Maybe Happy Ending and Into The Woods, and of course making a musical out of their life, and of course, cheese rating their career. Come listen...
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Labyrinth (1986) feat. Musical Hell
Today we're diving into the wild world of Jim Henson and Terry Jones with David Bowie sprinkles. Yes we're finally talking about Labyrinth! We're not alone though, we're joined by our wonderful friend Christi of Musical Hell to talk about this cult classic musical. Come have a ball with us....
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BONUS: Barb and Star go to the Vista Del Mar
Hey guys, I know it's been a rough week so far, so how about a nice distraction from the world at large with a trip to the Vista Del Mar with Barb and Star. We dive into this cult comedy and talk about how much fun it is, and how more folks should watch this movie. Want to suggest future…
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BONUS: The Scream Film Series (Ranked & Reviewed)
We are back at you with another spooky horror film ranking! Jess and LIz are ranking and reviewing every film in the Scream movie series! Will our lists line up with yours? There is only one way to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Evil Dead the Musical (feat. Allison Pregler)
Look who's evil now! This week we're joined by Alison Pregler of Movie Nights to talk about one of the bloodiest horror musicals ever EVIL DEAD: THE MUSICAL. This show is a masterpiece of audience screams, and we can't wait to talk about it. Come listen! Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew...
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BONUS: Late Night with the Devil vs. WNUF Halloween Special
Grab your popcorn and get ready for a double feature because this week we're diving into two films: "The WNUF Halloween Special" and the recent horror flick "Late Night with the Devil" -- two exciting pieces of media that use the same basic premise in very different ways! Check it out Want to...
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BONUS: A Nightmare on Elm Street Series (Reviewed & Ranked)
Hey there friends! To get into the spooky season, Jess and Liz sat down to rank and review every single film in the "Nightmare on Elm Street" series starring our dream man Freddy Krueger! Will your rankings line up with theirs?! You'll have to see! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
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BONUS: Verity (2026)
Welcome to our inagural episode of CInema with Cheese where we're diving into Michael Showalter's adaptation of Colleen Hoover's novel Verity. The film stars Dakota Johnson, Josh Hartnett, and Anne Hathaway. Come hear our thoughts and discover your thoughts. Learn more about your ad choices.…
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Shock Treatment (1981)
We're starting Spooky Season off on the right note with the sequel to the Rocky Horror Picture show with equally iconic and well-loved sequel about the dangers of television -- SHOCK TREATMENT. We're joined by a special guest, Frank of FrankPodcasts to talk about this bonkers little musical. Come...
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BONUS: The Notebook | Theatre in the D
We're back with a special episode of Theatre in the D where Jess and Miranda take a look at the Ingrid Michaelson musical "The Notebook." The Notebook is playing at the Fisher Theater until October 4th. Get your tickets here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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BONUS: Miami Connection (1987)
We're doing it! We're FINALLY DOING IT! We're diving into the 'so bad its good world' of Miami Connection! We dive into the sincere insanity of this action musical from the 80's and you can come on the journey with us! Want to suggest future episodes? Become a Patreon member and let your voice be...
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BONUS: Hocus Pocus 1 & 2
Jess and Liz are here to talk about both Hocus Pocus films because SHOCKINGLY she had never seen the first one despite it being so ingrained in the halloween zeitgeist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Hadestown (2026) Proshot
Way down under the ground Jess and Andrew dive into the newly released Proshot of the musical sensation Hadestown. This record breaking Proshot may not have hit for Andrew the way it did for everyone else, but we talk about Unions and stuff. Come have some fun with us kids. Credits: Hosts: Jesse...
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BONUS: Scary Godmother 1 & 2
Grab you favorite Halloween snack, and a deep rooted fear of monsters because this week we're doing a Patreon request from our faithful Patron PuffyBoi and they asked us to dive into the animated "classics" from the early oughts in both Scary Godmother: Halloween Spooktakular and it's follow up...
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The Secret Garden (feat. Emily Clark)
This has been long requested from us, and this week we're joined by the true EXPERT on this show -- Emily Clark -- to talk about The Secret Garden. This is a wholly underrated but well loved musical that we cannot wait to talk about! Let's look at Lily's hazel eyes. Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally…
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BONUS: John Carpenter's In the Mouth of Madness
This week on The Cheese Wheel Podcast, Andrew's choice lets us dive into cosmic horror with the John Carpenter flop "In the Mouth of Madness!" We dive into the film's themes, its impact on horror, and how it fits into John Carpenter's overall oeuvre. I think it's a good time even if you're not a...
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The Wedding Singer (feat. Brent Black)
We're welcoming back a Musicals with Cheese favorite, our first guest EVER joins yet again to talk about the comedy musical of the mid oughts -- it's BRENT BLACK -- and we're talking about THE WEDDING SINGER?! Is this an unloved comedy classic that didn't get the right attention when it first...
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BONUS: Alien (1979)
Welcome back to the Cheese Wheel Podcast! This time, the wheel landed on Liz's pick: Ridley Scott's iconic sci-fi horror Alien. Often hailed as one of the most flawless films ever made, Alien blends the haunted house genre with the vast terror of space. In this episode, we dive into our personal...
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Michael (2026)
Michael Jackson is a complicated figure in culture -- which means that Jess/Andrew are truly the only podcasters with enough tact to even touch this figure right. This week we're taking a look at the record breaking box office success "Michael" (2026). Come join us to do the thriller dance or...
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BONUS: Citizen Kane
Get ready for an artsy and pretentious episode—it’s Jess’s turn on the Cheese Wheel! This week, we're tackling what many critics hail as the greatest film of all time: Orson Welles' iconic debut, Citizen Kane. We’ll explore the film's rich history, delve into the controversies surrounding its...
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Coco (2017)
We're taking a deep dive into the land of the dead to discover our lost loved ones, and perhaps maybe, cancel a famous singer longer after his very violent death. Yes, we're talking about the Disney/Pixar movie musical Coco! Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf Podcast Edited By: Jesse...
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Bonus: Spy Kids (2001)
We're back with another one of Andrew's picks! This week, we're diving into Robert Rodriguez's classic children's spy adventure, Spy Kids. Join us as we explore the quirky VFX, discuss Alan Cumming's ridiculously hot performance as Floop, and debate whether the film has stood the test of time....
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Moana 2 (feat. Big Beak Entertainment)
Oh lord they made a sequel. Not just a Sequel. A TV show hastily made into a film after a CEO mandate. Yes, we're diving into the critically maligned and financially rewarded sequel to Disney's Moana. But we're not doing it alone, we're joined by our best friend and yours Big Beak Entertainment…
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BONUS: Pride & Prejudice (2005)
We’re thrilled to kick off our first Patreon Request episode, brought to you by our longtime supporter, Toryana Frazier! This week, we’re taking a deep dive into the 2005 adaptation of Jane Austen’s timeless classic Pride and Prejudice, featuring Keira Knightley and Matthew Macfadyen. It’s a...
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Next to Normal (feat. Erin Cholakian)
"Walk with me, walk with me..." This week we're revisiting one of our earliest episodes, where I'd say this adaptation addresses many of Andrew DeWolf's original critiques of the musical "Next to Normal" and removes a lot of the more black and white takes regarding mental health. But we're not...
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BONUS: Waitress (2007)
In our third episode, we spin 'The Cheese Wheel' for a second time, with Elizabeth Esten leading the way as she selects the 2007 indie gem 'Waitress,' directed by Adrienne Shelly. Join us as we dive deep into this heartwarming film, exploring its soul-stirring themes, the visually stunning pies,...
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Cats: The Jellicle Ball
Can it be? Is it so?? A production of Andrew Lloyd-Webber's "Cats" that is remarkable, and dare I say it RELEVANT? Finally there's a production of Cats that has SOMETHING to say. This revival is what most shows are terrified to be, and I cannot wait to talk about it. We may even learn about...
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Schmigadoon
How to get to Scmigadoon? You go to take the long way through. Through Apple TV, then cancellation. Then to the lights of Broadway in a truncated version of the story that just doesn't quite hit as hard as that darn TV Show does. Well, you can't win them all.... OH WAIT YOU CAN! Because this...
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BONUS: Kickassia
Welcome to the very first episode of The Cheese Wheel! Your hosts, Andrew DeWolf, Jess McAnally, and Liz Esten, are kicking things off with a deep dive into a true cult classic: Doug Walker's cinematic opus, Kickassia. This 2010 parody film, brought to life by the Nostalgia Critic and his team,...
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The Guy Who Didn't Like Musicals (2025 Remount)
Speaking of reviving something from years ago, this week we're diving back into the world of Hatchetfield to talk about StarKid's new revival of "The Guy Who Didn't Like Musicals." Specifically, we're going to talk about how theater can adapt and change over the years, and how Starkid Fans can go...
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BONUS: Interview with Lulu Fall
Jess was given the opportunity to talk to the incredibly talented and incredibly kind Lulu Fall-- known for her performances in Broadway's "Hair," "Natasha Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812," and "Hadestown." In this interview Lulu talks about her incredible journey to the stage, her creative...
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The Hamilton Mixtape
We're back baby! How does a bastard, orphan, son of a whore and... Y'know what, forget that. Let's call in Jimmy Fallon the ground to get him to sing a song. Yes we're back to the show proper, I'm certain you missed all your favorite bits? Will we talk about Ben Brantley? Will we talk about Busta...
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To Boldly Flee | SERIES FINALE
Today we're saying goodbye to the Nostalgia Critic for a brief time, until unceremoniously bringing him back. Much like Musicals with Cheese, which was sent off two years ago, and is now unceremoniously coming back. Thank you for coming on this ride with us, and taking a chance on something…
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UPDATE: Musicals with Cheese is COMING BACK
Musicals with Cheese is coming back on July 16th! Get ready, tell your friends, it's going to be a good time! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Megalopolis
For our penultimate episode, we're diving into the pure insanity that can only be brought from the mind of the deeply unwell mind of Francis Ford Coppola. Today we're going to try to unpack the auteurist disaster that was funded by a Wine Empire. Is it good? Nope. Let's dive in. Credits: Hosts:...
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BONUS: ATG Detroit 2026-2027 Season (feat. Amber Rasho)
We have an extra special bonus episode where we're joined by Public Relations specialist Amber Rasho to talk about the upcoming 2026-27 season of ATG Detroit's Broadway series. Come listen while we speculate about what is to come. If you'd like more information on ATG Detroit, visit their…
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Ten Things I Hate About You
Teen Shakespeare adaptations are a staple of the 1990's, and this was the cream of them all that rose to the very top. This week we're diving into the Heath Ledger/Julia Stiles romantic vehicle "Ten Things I Hate About You." Come join for a good time! Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew…
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Eyes of Laura Mars (feat. Sarah Matthews)
What do you get when the director of The Empire Strikes Back, directs a high concept slasher script penned by John Carpenter starring Raul Julia and Tommy Lee Jones. This week we find out with our friend and yours, filmmaker Sarah Matthews to talk about "The Eyes of Laura Mars" Credits: Hosts:...
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Brigsby Bear
Hey Kids, time to reveal the truth. Andrew was actually kidnapped and forced into this family to talk about Cheese and stuff. Sadly its very similar to the film we're talking about this week, Liz Esten's pick of the film "Brigsby Bear." Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf & Liz Esten...
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BONUS: Interview with Andrew Lippa
Check out this BONUS episode where Jess talks to the incredible Andrew Lippa, the Composer lyricist of The Adams Family Musical, Big Fish the Musical, You're A Good Man Charlie Brown, The Wild Party, and many many more. It's a great interview and definitely not to be missed! Learn more about your...
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F for Fake (1973)
Step right up, ladies and gentlemen, and prepare to be deceived. This week we're taking a stroll down a rabbit hole of lies, art, and magic as they watch Orson Welles' final completed film, the 1973 docudrama F for Fake. Or as I call it, the first Video essay! Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally &...
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American Vandal
This week we're looking at the comedic take on a True Crime documentary about white idiots in high school, the Netflix original series, "American Vandal." Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf & Liz Esten Podcast Edited By: Jesse McAnally Keeper of the Cheese: Juliet Antonio This show is…
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Funny Games (2007)
This week we're diving into the self aware horror film that traumatized a generation. This week we're talking about the pitch dark comedic horror film "Funny Games." Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf & Liz Esten Podcast Edited By: Jesse McAnally Keeper of the Cheese: Juliet Antonio...
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BONUS: `To Free a Mockingbird
Jess & Liz dive into Grace Aki's incredible one person show -- "To Free a Mockingbird' -- give it a listen and watch Grace's show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Ghostbusters (2016)
Who ya gonna call? An exorcist to revive the stupidest controversy ever to exist around a movie, with the culture war battle of "Ghostbusters (2016)?" We dive into this comedy movie that seemed to destroy all of culture. Let's dive in kids. Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf & Liz…
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Smiling Friends
We're diving into one of the most influential and polarizing adult cartoons of the 21st Century, Smiling Friends. We look into the impact of internet culture eventually becoming mainstream culture, different animation styles, and the impact this show will have in the future. Credits: Hosts: Jesse...
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BONUS: Hamilton | Theatre in the D
Join us to wrap up ATG in Detroit's season with Lin Manuel Miranda's masterpiece Hamilton. Come listen as we compare to history, the shows role in theater canon, and more. Get tickets to Hamilton here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Musicals with Cheese is a weekly comedy podcast in which musical expert Jess tries to get working-class layman Andrew to appreciate musical theatre, one show at a time!
Part of the Broadway Podcast Network.
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