Episodes

  • Episode 108 | Pierre Marais: "Grab a Camera"

    Episode 108 | Pierre Marais: "Grab a Camera"
    Nov 7 2024
    Join your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo , on the latest episode of Survival Jobs with the wonderfully gifted actor Pierre Marais who spills the tea on the groundbreaking production of SUNSET BOULEVARD currently playing a the St. James Theatre on Broadway. Marais discusses what makes this adaptation of the musical so unique for the cast and audiences, what it is like working alongside icons Nicole Scherzinger and Mandy Gonzalez and being a multi-hyphenate artist in 2024. Before closing out with a fun game of Name that Lyric: Andrew Lloyd Webber Edition, Marais reflects on how a role in Newsies at Theatre Under the Stars, a regional theater in Texas profoundly impacted his Broadway career and what is feeding his soul artistically during such a tumultuous time in our world. The episode opens with Samantha and Jason reflect on the uncertainty of the 2024 Presidential Election and how important the musical SUFFS and other art are during this time. Tickets are available for SUNSET BOULEVARD at the St. James Theatre box office or online here. Lastly, the exclusive video interview can be found here on Broadway World, while the audio-only version of the episode is available on popular platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible or any of your other favorite podcast apps. Tune in now for insights, inspiration, and entertainment! Info on Your Hosts: Broadway World Article on our Season 3 Launch Party Follow Samantha: Instagram | Samantha's Official Website here Follow Jason on Instagram | Twitter. Check out Jason's Official Website here Check out and support The Bridgeport Film Fest Info on Guests: Follow Pierre on Instagram Get your Sunset Boulevard Tickets here. Clip of Pierre in NEWSIES singing "Santa Fe". Important Links: Coping with Election Stress Support the citizens of Gaza CAIR Shares Resources to Support Students Protesting the War and Genocide in Gaza Native Land Map US Interior Indian Affairs NPR: "How To Help Puerto Rico" Article How to Help the People of Florida Article Abortion Funds Website Plan C Pills Website National Write Your Congressman Link How to help Uvalde families NPR Article Where to Donate to Support Access to Abortions Right Now Support Us... Please! If you're feeling generous, Buy Us A Coffee HERE! Follow "Survival Jobs: A Podcast”: Website: bpn.fm/survivaljobs Instagram: @surivaljobspod | @JasonACoombs | @SammyTutz | Twitter: @SurvivalJobsPod Facebook: www.facebook.com/SurvivalJobsPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • Episode 107 | Adam Petherbridge: "Pie Guy"

    Episode 107 | Adam Petherbridge: "Pie Guy"
    Oct 31 2024
    Join your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo , on the latest episode of Survival Jobs with the incredibly comedic actor Adam Petherbridge shares his captivating journey in the world of theater, highlighting his experiences in the uproarious production THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG at the New World Stages. Petherbridge discusses the universal appeal of the show, which resonates with audiences of all ages and backgrounds, drawing them into a whirlwind of comedic chaos eight shows a week. During the episode, Adam dives into his audition process for the play, recounting the twists and turns that led him from a national tour to the vibrant theater scene in New York City. He expresses his excitement about bringing laughter to the stage and connecting with diverse audiences. Adam also reflects on the unwavering support from his parents, which encouraged him to pursue his passion for acting. He shares amusing anecdotes about his “survival jobs,” including his stint at a local pie shop and the challenges he faced while juggling catering gigs. Before closing out with a fun game of The Actors Studio Trivia, Adam reflects on the unwavering support from his parents, which encouraged him to pursue his passion for acting. He shares amusing anecdotes about his “survival jobs,” including his stint at a local pie shop and the challenges he faced while juggling catering gigs! Tickets are available for THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG at the New World Stages box office or online here. The episode opens with Samantha and Jason chatting about the incredible “The Only Make Believe Gala” where Samantha was on the red carpet chatting with such icons as Mario Cantone, Lena Hall, Rachel Dratch and Brian Stokes Mitchell! Lastly, the exclusive video interview can be found here on Broadway World, while the audio-only version of the episode is available on popular platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible or any of your other favorite podcast apps. Tune in now for insights, inspiration, and entertainment! Info on Your Hosts: Broadway World Article on our Season 3 Launch Party Follow Samantha: Instagram | Samantha's Official Website here Follow Jason on Instagram | Twitter. Check out Jason's Official Website here Check out and support The Bridgeport Film Fest Info on Guests: Follow Adam on Instagram Get your The Play That Goes Wrong Tickets here. Important Links: Support the citizens of Gaza CAIR Shares Resources to Support Students Protesting the War and Genocide in Gaza Native Land Map US Interior Indian Affairs NPR: "How To Help Puerto Rico" Article How to Help the People of Florida Article Abortion Funds Website Plan C Pills Website National Write Your Congressman Link How to help Uvalde families NPR Article Where to Donate to Support Access to Abortions Right Now Support Us... Please! If you're feeling generous, Buy Us A Coffee HERE! Follow "Survival Jobs: A Podcast”: Website: bpn.fm/survivaljobs Instagram: @surivaljobspod | @JasonACoombs | @SammyTutz | Twitter: @SurvivalJobsPod Facebook: www.facebook.com/SurvivalJobsPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    59 mins
  • Episode 104 | Live from the Only Make Believe Gala [Bonus Episode]

    Episode 104 | Live from the Only Make Believe Gala [Bonus Episode]
    Oct 30 2024
    Bonus Episode Alert! Survival Jobs Co-Host Samantha Tuozzolo is live at the 2024 Only Make Believe Gala Red Carpet on Monday, October 28, 2024! Featuring interviews with an incredible lineup of Artists including Brian Stokes Mitchell, Rachel Dratch, Mario Cantone and Lena Hall amongst others! You can support the podcast and the hosts at www.buymeacoffee.com/SurvivalJobsPod and on Instagram at @surivaljobspod | @SammyTutz | @JasonACoombs. Info on Your Hosts: Broadway World Article on our Season 3 Launch Party Follow Samantha: Instagram | Samantha's Official Website here Follow Jason on Instagram | Twitter. Check out Jason's Official Website here Check out and support The Bridgeport Film Fest Important Links: Support the citizens of Gaza Native Land Map US Interior Indian Affairs NPR: "How To Help Puerto Rico" Article How to Help the People of Florida Article Abortion Funds Website Plan C Pills Website National Write Your Congressman Link How to help Uvalde families NPR Article Where to Donate to Support Access to Abortions Right Now Support Us... Please! If you're feeling generous, Buy Us A Coffee HERE! Please don't become complacent: Support the Black Mamas Matter Alliance Support Families Detained and Separated at the Border. Support the AAPI Civic Engagement Fund. Support Black Trans Folx here Donate to the Community League of the Heights (CLOTH) Support the People of Palestine How to be an Ally to the AAPI Community 168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs Opening and Closing Theme Music: "One Love" by Beats by Danny | Game Music: "Wake Up" by MBB. If you enjoy Survival Jobs: A Podcast be sure to subscribe and follow us on your preferred podcast listening app! Also, feel free to follow us on Instagram and Twitter! Thank you!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    21 mins
  • Episode 106 | Sean Stack: "Math Tutor"

    Episode 106 | Sean Stack: "Math Tutor"
    Oct 17 2024
    Join your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo , on the latest episode of Survival Jobs, as they chat with the incredibly talented and thoughtful Sean Stack, who is currently starring in the hit Broadway production of Water for Elephants at the Imperial Theater! Sean shares not only about his favorite survival job experiences during his journey to Broadway, but also about why Water for Elephants is so important during these tumultuous times we are living in, where he was when she received the call he would be making his Broadway debut in the Tony nominated show , and how he practices self care after performing 8 grueling shows a week! Before closing out with a fun game of Tony Award Best Musical Trivia, the Miami Native shares why teachers are so important in the development of young artists and how he spent three weeks in Mexico vacationing with the iconic Julia Murney!! Tickets are available for Water for Elephants at the Imperial Theater box office or online here. The episode opens with Samantha and Jason chatting about the incredible “The Tony Awards: A Celebration of Excellence in Theatre” table top book written by Eila Mell with a foreword by the legendary Audra McDonald now available everywhere you get your books! Lastly, the exclusive video interview can be found here on Broadway World, while the audio-only version of the episode is available on popular platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible or any of your other favorite podcast apps. Tune in now for insights, inspiration, and entertainment! Info on Your Hosts: Broadway World Article on our Season 3 Launch Party Follow Samantha: Instagram | Samantha's Official Website here Follow Jason on Instagram | Twitter. Check out Jason's Official Website here Check out and support The Bridgeport Film Fest Info on Guests: Follow Sean on Instagram Get Your Water for Elephants Tickets here! Important Links: Support the citizens of Gaza CAIR Shares Resources to Support Students Protesting the War and Genocide in Gaza Native Land Map US Interior Indian Affairs NPR: "How To Help Puerto Rico" Article How to Help the People of Florida Article Abortion Funds Website Plan C Pills Website National Write Your Congressman Link How to help Uvalde families NPR Article Where to Donate to Support Access to Abortions Right Now Support Us... Please! If you're feeling generous, Buy Us A Coffee HERE! Follow "Survival Jobs: A Podcast”: Website: bpn.fm/survivaljobs Instagram: @surivaljobspod | @JasonACoombs | @SammyTutz | Twitter: @SurvivalJobsPod Facebook: www.facebook.com/SurvivalJobsPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Episode 105 | Jelani Remy: "Abercrombie & Fitch"

    Episode 105 | Jelani Remy: "Abercrombie & Fitch"
    Oct 10 2024
    Your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo , sit down with the mega talented and charming actor Jelani Remy who is currently starring in the hit Broadway musical Back to the Future currently playing at the Winter Garden Theater. Remy dishes on why audiences are flocking to the show, what it’s like collaborating with the iconic Roger Bart and how he approached originating a role in a new Broadway show! Before closing out the episode with a fun game of “Movie to Musical Trivia”, Remy reminisces about his first ever Broadway opening night when he debuted as Simba in The Lion King and how the national tour of that show prepared him for taking on the iconic role. Tickets for Back to the Future are currently available online or at the Winter Garden Theater box office. Episode 105 kicks off with co-hosts Samantha and Jason sharing a mic check discussion Nicole Scherzinger and the brand new musical revival, Sunset Boulevard. Lastly, the exclusive video interview can be found here on Broadway World, while the audio-only version of the episode is available on popular platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible or any of your other favorite podcast apps. Tune in now for insights, inspiration, and entertainment! Info on Your Hosts: Broadway World Article on our Season 3 Launch Party Follow Samantha: Instagram | Samantha's Official Website here Follow Jason on Instagram | Twitter. Check out Jason's Official Website here Check out and support The Bridgeport Film Fest Info on Guests: Follow Jelani on Instagram Get Your Back to the Future Tickets! Important Links: Support the citizens of Gaza CAIR Shares Resources to Support Students Protesting the War and Genocide in Gaza Native Land Map US Interior Indian Affairs NPR: "How To Help Puerto Rico" Article How to Help the People of Florida Article Abortion Funds Website Plan C Pills Website National Write Your Congressman Link How to help Uvalde families NPR Article Where to Donate to Support Access to Abortions Right Now Support Us... Please! If you're feeling generous, Buy Us A Coffee HERE! Follow "Survival Jobs: A Podcast”: Website: bpn.fm/survivaljobs Instagram: @surivaljobspod | @JasonACoombs | @SammyTutz | Twitter: @SurvivalJobsPod Facebook: www.facebook.com/SurvivalJobsPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    57 mins
  • Episode 104 | Live from the 2024 Bridgeport Film Fest Opening Night Red Carpet [Bonus Episode]

    Episode 104 | Live from the 2024 Bridgeport Film Fest Opening Night Red Carpet [Bonus Episode]
    Sep 30 2024
    Bonus Episode Alert! Survival Jobs Co-Host Samantha Tuozzolo and The Art of Kindness Podcast Host Robert Peterpaul are live at the 2024 Bridgeport Film Fest Opening Night Red Carpet on Friday, September 13, 2024! Featuring interviews with the filmmakers, actors and producing teams of many of the 2024 official selections including Bob Celli, Edwin Escobar, Katrina Guzman, Kerey Viswanathan, Lorna James-Rodriguez, Brian Russell, Kyle Kostenko, TJ Sullivan, Chris Richards, Christopher F. Costa, Brendon Lemon and many more! Virtual Festival tickets are available HERE till 11:59pm PST on Tuesday, October 1, 2024. ABOUT THE BRIDGEPORT FILM FEST With City Lights / Bridgeport Art Trail as its fiduciary partner, the Bridgeport Film Fest is making “philanthropy through film” a priority in Bridgeport, CT. This nonprofit initiative is dedicated to the discovery, championing and development of independent filmmakers and audiences. Through various programming the festival seeks to showcase, guide and inspire independent film and theatre artists from the Bridgeport community and beyond. Local audiences will be enriched by the films, workshops, panels discussions and other forms of artistic expression curated by the festival team and will ensure the promotion of Downtown Bridgeport to continue to thrive as a cultural artistic center. Virtual Festival tickets are available HERE till 11:59pm PST on Tuesday, October 1, 2024. You can support the podcast and the hosts at www.buymeacoffee.com/SurvivalJobsPod and on Instagram at @surivaljobspod | @SammyTutz | @JasonACoombs. Info on Your Hosts: Broadway World Article on our Season 3 Launch Party Follow Samantha: Instagram | Samantha's Official Website here Follow Jason on Instagram | Twitter. Check out Jason's Official Website here Check out and support The Bridgeport Film Fest Important Links: Support the citizens of Gaza Native Land Map US Interior Indian Affairs NPR: "How To Help Puerto Rico" Article How to Help the People of Florida Article Abortion Funds Website Plan C Pills Website National Write Your Congressman Link How to help Uvalde families NPR Article Where to Donate to Support Access to Abortions Right Now Support Us... Please! If you're feeling generous, Buy Us A Coffee HERE! Please don't become complacent: Support the Black Mamas Matter Alliance Support Families Detained and Separated at the Border. Support the AAPI Civic Engagement Fund. Support Black Trans Folx here Donate to the Community League of the Heights (CLOTH) Support the People of Palestine How to be an Ally to the AAPI Community 168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs Opening and Closing Theme Music: "One Love" by Beats by Danny | Game Music: "Wake Up" by MBB. If you enjoy Survival Jobs: A Podcast be sure to subscribe and follow us on your preferred podcast listening app! Also, feel free to follow us on Instagram and Twitter! Thank you!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 31 mins
  • Episode 103 | Kelly AuCoin: "Spy Job"

    Episode 103 | Kelly AuCoin: "Spy Job"
    Sep 26 2024
    Your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo , sit down with the hilarious and extremely gifted actor Kelly AuCoin who recently starred in the hit Hulu miniseries “Clipped” this summer! In this episode, AuCoin spills the tea on sharing the screen with such legendary actors such as Laurence Fishburne and Ed O’Neil in the six episode series and why bringing the real life character of Andy Roeser to life has been his favorite role thus far. Before closing out the episode with a fun game of “Hulu Trivia”, AuCoin talks about performing in the play “The Wayside Motor Inn” at the Signature Center and why winning the Drama Desk Award for Best Ensemble was so important to him as an actor. Episode 103 kicks off with co-hosts Samantha and Jason sharing a mic check recapping how they worked a survival job together for the first time in 4 years together recently and what that experience was like. Lastly, the exclusive video interview can be found here on Broadway World, while the audio-only version of the episode is available on popular platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible or any of your other favorite podcast apps. Tune in now for insights, inspiration, and entertainment! Info on Your Hosts: Broadway World Article on our Season 3 Launch Party Follow Samantha: Instagram | Samantha's Official Website here Follow Jason on Instagram | Twitter. Check out Jason's Official Website here Check out and support The Bridgeport Film Fest Info on Guests: Follow Kelly on Instagram Check out Hulu's "Clipped" now streaming! Important Links: Support the citizens of Gaza CAIR Shares Resources to Support Students Protesting the War and Genocide in Gaza Native Land Map US Interior Indian Affairs NPR: "How To Help Puerto Rico" Article How to Help the People of Florida Article Abortion Funds Website Plan C Pills Website National Write Your Congressman Link How to help Uvalde families NPR Article Where to Donate to Support Access to Abortions Right Now Support Us... Please! If you're feeling generous, Buy Us A Coffee HERE! Please don't become complacent: Support the Black Mamas Matter Alliance Support Families Detained and Separated at the Border. Support the AAPI Civic Engagement Fund. Support Black Trans Folx here Donate to the Community League of the Heights (CLOTH) Support the People of Palestine How to be an Ally to the AAPI Community 168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs Follow "Survival Jobs: A Podcast”: Website: bpn.fm/survivaljobs Instagram: @surivaljobspod | @JasonACoombs | @SammyTutz | Twitter: @SurvivalJobsPod Facebook: www.facebook.com/SurvivalJobsPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Episode 102 | Schele Williams: "Waiter"

    Episode 102 | Schele Williams: "Waiter"
    Sep 19 2024
    Your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo , sit down with the iconic and extremely talented Schele Williams, who recently directed two musicals on Broadway, The Notebook at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theater with Michael Grief and The Wiz at the Marquis Theatre. In this episode, Williams spills the tea on her friend and co-director, Michael Grief, who called her to join him in directing The Notebook and how they worked together so seamlessly to maintain one vision. She also shared why The Wiz was such an important musical for her growing up as a child and how that translated to her approach as the director of the recently closed production. Before closing out the episode with a fun game of “Broadway Word Association ”, Williams talks about performing in the role of Aida on Broadway during its initial run and what inspired her to transition to the role of director from actor! Episode 102 kicks off with co-hosts Samantha and Jason sharing a mic check that recaps the 4th Annual Bridgeport Film Fest, and the innovative collaboration with the Broadway Podcast Network at the festival. Lastly, the exclusive video interview can be found here on Broadway World, while the audio-only version of the episode is available on popular platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible or any of your other favorite podcast apps. Tune in now for insights, inspiration, and entertainment! Info on Your Hosts: Broadway World Article on our Season 3 Launch Party Follow Samantha: Instagram | Samantha's Official Website here Follow Jason on Instagram | Twitter. Check out Jason's Official Website here Check out and support The Bridgeport Film Fest Info on Guests: Follow Schele on Instagram Tickets to 'The Notebook' on Broadway Mic Check Links: Info on the Bridgeport Film Fest Important Links: Support the citizens of Gaza CAIR Shares Resources to Support Students Protesting the War and Genocide in Gaza Native Land Map US Interior Indian Affairs NPR: "How To Help Puerto Rico" Article How to Help the People of Florida Article Abortion Funds Website Plan C Pills Website National Write Your Congressman Link How to help Uvalde families NPR Article Where to Donate to Support Access to Abortions Right Now Support Us... Please! If you're feeling generous, Buy Us A Coffee HERE! Please don't become complacent: Support the Black Mamas Matter Alliance Support Families Detained and Separated at the Border. Support the AAPI Civic Engagement Fund. Support Black Trans Folx here Donate to the Community League of the Heights (CLOTH) Support the People of Palestine How to be an Ally to the AAPI Community 168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs Follow "Survival Jobs: A Podcast”: Website: bpn.fm/survivaljobs Instagram: @surivaljobspod | @JasonACoombs | @SammyTutz | Twitter: @SurvivalJobsPod Facebook: www.facebook.com/SurvivalJobsPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 9 mins