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Stages Podcast
Hosted by Marylee Fairbanks · EN
Stages Podcast goes beyond the resume and behind the scenes to explore the humanity behind the artistry.
Tony Award winners Stephanie J Block and Marylee Fairbanks share intimate conversations with artists, spiritualists, & scientists.
We explore the crossroads of spirituality and creativity, the challenges and joys of the creative process, and stories of inspiration told by award wining performers.
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The Most Important Thing with Anita Moorjani
3w ago01:21:23Tap to summarizeAnita Moorjani is a New York Times best selling author. Her book Dying To Be Me shares the story of her profound NDE (near death experience) and her spontaneous healing from end-stage lymphoma. In this episode Anita shares what she felt and saw in her NDE, how she lives a fearlessly authentic life since her recovery, and the things that she believes are most important to healing and living a full life. Anita's website Wayne Dyer Near Death Experience Research Foundation
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No Strings Attached with James Ortiz
Apr 2701:25:38Tap to summarizeJames Ortiz is an American puppet designer, puppeteer, and actor who won an Obie Award for puppet design for The Woodsman, and the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Puppet Design for the 2022 Broadway revival of The Skin of Our Teeth. He also received a Drama Desk nomination for his creation of "Milky White" and other puppetry work in the 2023 Broadway Revival of Into the Woods. Most recently, James brought the character of "Rocky" to life in the film adaptation of the beloved book, Project Hail Mary. In this episode, James discusses the challenges and triumphs of working on his first film, how his theater background served the scenes of improvisation on set, and how the play War Horse transformed the use of puppetry in live theater. James Ortiz Wanna see a Secretary Bird? Marylee's Valentines Story Schmigadoon Tickets
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Mapping the Human Experience with Anna Yusim
Apr 1301:06:34Tap to summarizeDr. Anna Yusim is an internationally-recognized, award-winning, Board-Certified, Stanford- and Yale-educated Psychiatrist & Executive Coach who helps influential people achieve greater impact, purpose, and joy in their life and work. She is the best-selling author of Fulfilled: How the Science of Spirituality Can Help You Live a Happier, More Meaningful Life. As a Clinical Assistant Professor at Yale Medical School, Dr. Yusim is presently working to create a Mental Health & Spirituality Program / Center which will be a bridge between the Yale Medical School and Yale Divinity School. In this episode, Dr. Yusim discusses her passion for the marriage of dualities in science and spirituality, where creativity generates between our hearts, intuition, and minds, and how to find the path of most resistance in order to grow. Anna's Book Fulfilled Tickets to Schmigadoon! Thinking Fast and Slow book
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Eternal Optimist with Cinco Paul
Mar 1601:11:16Tap to summarizeCinco Paul is an Emmy Award-winning screenwriter, producer, and songwriter. He is widely recognized for his work on major animated hits like the DESPICABLE ME trilogy, THE SECRET LIFE OF PETS, THE LORAX, and HORTON HEARS A WHO. This season, he is producing his Apple TV musical comedy series SCHMIGADOON! on Broadway. In this episode, Cinco talks about the creation of the Schmigadoon! television series, his mission trip to Japan in his early 20s, and what runs through his mind in the middle of the night. Get your tickets to SCHMIGADOON! Cinco's Podcast Make Him Watch It Theo of Golden book
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A Splash of Sass with Kelli Barrett & Jessica Vosk
Mar 201:11:16Tap to summarizeKelli Barrett and Jessica Vosk are powerhouses of stage and screen. Kelli most recently graced the Broadway stage in the acclaimed revival of PARADE and has starred in DR. ZHIVAGO, WICKED, and on TV in FX's "Fosse/Verdon". Jessica recently finished her beloved run in HELL'S KITCHEN, after BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY, FINDING NEVERLAND, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, and more. She also shares in the WICKED sisterhood, which carries into their storytelling of BEACHES. In this episode, they discuss the special bond it takes to portray "C.C. Bloom" and "Birdie White" in the classic friendship tale, how they ground in the characters, and what the original film means to their childhoods and love of theater. Beaches Tickets Stages Podcast join the cast sign up Schmigadoon tickets
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Director By Design with Michael Arden
Feb 1600:49:48Tap to summarizeTwo-time Tony Award-winning director Michael Arden takes on his next big story by bringing the iconic vampire film, THE LOST BOYS, to the Broadway stage this Spring. He was recently awarded for his work on MAYBE HAPPY ENDING and PARADE, as well as recognized for ONCE ON THIS ISLAND, Deaf West's SPRING AWAKENING, and many more. In this episode, Michael discusses how he juggles working on multiple directing projects while visualizing each story, the importance of building a team of trusted collaborators, and if he'll ever go back to acting. Schmigadoon tickets The Lost Boys Tickets Plant wave
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The Greatest Sore Winner with Marc Shaiman
Jan 2601:11:13Tap to summarizeMarc Shaiman is an Emmy, Tony, and Grammy Award-winning composer and lyricist for his decades of work on stage and screen, including beloved Broadway hits HAIRSPRAY, SOME LIKE IT HOT, SMASH and acclaimed films When Harry Met Sally, The First Wives Club, Sister Act, Beaches, Sleepless in Seattle, Hocus Pocus, and many more. In this episode, Marc shares stories from his memoir, Never Mind the Happy: Showbiz Stories from a Sore Winner, and discusses the power of believing in yourself, showing up, and saying "yes." Order Marc's book The Sweeney Sisters View Stages Podcast on YouTube
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Seizing Life with Kelly Cervantes
Jan 1201:07:32Tap to summarizeKelly Cervantes is an award-winning author, sharing her personal experiences with grief. Her debut book, Normal Broken: The Grief Companion for When It's Time to Heal But You're Not Sure You Want To, is a USA Today best-seller. Her new memoir, The Luckiest: A Memoir of Love, Loss, Motherhood, and the Pursuit of Self, is available now. In this episode, Kelly discusses healing through remembering her loss, reshaping "everything happens for a reason" into making a reason, and finding gratitude in growing and evolving. Kelly's Book Cure Epilepsy.org Michael in Hamilton View epison on Stages on YOUTUBE
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Big Announcement with Stephanie J. Block & Marylee Fairbanks
Dec 2200:24:26Tap to summarizeHappy Holidays to all our listeners! Stephanie and Marylee are moving to YouTube! Starting in Season Six, Stages Podcast will release full episodes (and maybe even some past episodes!). You'll still be able to find us whereever you get your podcasts but now you can watch full episodes! Please head over and subscribe to the channel and share with all your friends! Thank you all for the support and joy that you bring to all of us at Stages Podcast. We look forward to another season! Love, Stephanie & Marylee Follow us on YouTube
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Satisfied-er with Renee Elise Goldsberry
Nov 1001:17:00Tap to summarizeRenée Elise Goldsberry is a multi-hyphenate actress and singer, best known for originating the role of Angelica Schuyler in the groundbreaking Broadway musical HAMILTON, for which she won Tony® and Grammy® Awards and received an Emmy® nomination for the Disney+ filmed version. She is also known for her work in RENT, THE COLOR PURPLE, THE LION KING, ALL IN: COMEDY ABOUT LOVE, GIRLS-5EVA, and THE GOOD WIFE, and will return to Broadway in THE BALUSTERS in Spring 2026. In this episode, Renée shares memories of sharing the stage with Stephanie in their early careers and exploring life, faith, family changes, and motherhood in her acclaimed documentary, Satisfied, which is now available digitally. Watch Satisfied Documentary Who I Really Am album Tickets to Stephanie J. Block Holiday Concerts Tickets to Schmigadoon on Broadway
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