Survival Jobs: A Podcast

Survival Jobs, the podcast that spotlights the hustle and heart behind the entertainment industry, is back with a special live-recorded episode from BroadwayCon 2025! Episode 119, “The Journey to Your Broadway Debut,” is now streaming and features an inspiring and in-depth conversation with the entire Broadway cast of the Pulitzer Prize-winning play, English. Hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo sat down with Tala Ashe, Ava Lalezarzadeh, Pooya Mohseni, Marjan Neshat, and Hadi Tabbal to discuss their experiences making their Broadway debuts in such a groundbreaking and timely play.

The cast spills the tea on what it means to have English as their first Broadway credit and the significance of this play in today’s social and political climate. Plus they share Insights into their rehearsal process and behind-the-scenes moments as the play uses a unique storytelling device to bring these characters to life.

To close out the conversation, the panelists take part in a fun and upbeat Broadway Debut Trivia Game, adding an entertaining twist to an already inspiring discussion. This episode was recorded live at the 10th anniversary of BroadwayCon on Saturday, February 8th, 2025. Tickets for English are available online here and at the Todd Haimes Box Office. The play runs until Sunday, March 2nd—don’t miss your chance to experience this powerful production live!

This exclusive video episode of Survival Jobs is now streaming on Broadway World, with the audio version available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible, and wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. Don’t miss this star-studded conversation—tune in today!

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