Life's But A Song

Nov 21 2024 390 ep. 65 mins 3

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A podcast that lives in the land of musicals. I'm joined by a new guest each episode to discuss either musical movies, musical TV series, or the musical episode of a show. https://linktr.ee/Butasongpod

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Ep. 390 - Adrianne & the Castle (2024) (w/ Shannon Walsh; Special Guest: SLee)

Nov 21 2024 101 mins

In a very special episode, Jon got in touch with the director of this docu-film, Shannon Walsh, to discuss that this isn't a musical but should be a musical. It's truly a movie about love, and Shannon gives some behind the scenes stories about the process of making this film.And we got SLee on the pod!Shannon's Links: https://linktr.ee/shannondawnwalsh?utm_source=linktree_profile_s

Ep. 389 - The Happiest Millionaire (1967) (w/ Colden Lamb)

Nov 18 2024 73 mins

Colden brings us a long forgotten by most people (not Colden, obviously) epically long Disney movie about an eccentric millionaire in Philadelphia who owned alligators. That's a better summary than the one on IMDb in our opinion.Colden's Social -Instagram: @coldenlambWebsite: www.coldenlamb.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ColdenLambA Marc Blitzstein Archive YouTube: https://ww

Ep. 388 - O Brother, Where Art Thou? (2000) (w/ Jeff Ostermueller and John Say)

Nov 14 2024 70 mins

Jon got two-thirds of The Love of Cinema Podcast to talk about this epic movie! Jeff and John share personal stories they have associated with this movie, and the three keep giving the Coen brothers and Roger Deakins love for their brillianceThe Love of Cinema Socials: https://linktr.ee/theloveofcinemaPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @bu

Ep. 387 - Valley of the Dolls (1967) (w/ Tommy Schwanfelder)

Nov 11 2024 83 mins

Not a musical, but still very important to talk about. Jon gets on his Judy soapbox, while Tommy tries to reel him in to discuss the movie. Also, this is one of Jon's favorite novels, so he brings it up a lot. Like, A LOT.Tommy's Socials: @spectroplutoPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodN

Ep. 386 - I Love Lucy: "Lucy Goes to Scotland" (w/ Michael Valvo)

Nov 07 2024 64 mins

We're heading back to the early days of television to visit I Love Lucy. Michael returns to talk about all things Lucille Ball beyond this episode, while Jon tries to remember what is happening in this episode.Michael's Instagram: @michaelvalvo1The Old Souls Club Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Vah5gHSDVD30IfamnqXt3?utm_medium=share&utm_source=linktreePodcast Socials -Email

Ep. 385 - My Little Pony: A New Generation (2021) (w/ Blanche Daly)

Nov 04 2024 70 mins

Welcome to Equestria! Blanche takes Jon into the realm of My Little Pony where the two discuss the latest movie in great detail. The blatant message/theme of the movie isn't missed by them, and Jon discusses how Hasbro is just trying to sell toys.Blanche's Instagram: @serpentsharkladyThe Afictionados Links: https://linktr.ee/theafictionadosPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.

Ep. 384 - The Lure (2015) (w/ Jim Evans)

Oct 31 2024 77 mins

We close out spooky season with a foreign film centered around murderous mermaids. Jim is back to remind Jon to not think too hard about the fantasy science, and also complain about how this isn't an opera (which Jon agrees with). All the while, they discuss the L-O-R-E of mermaids. Happy Halloween!Film Rage Socials: @filmrageyycPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]

Ep. 383 - Ride the Cyclone (2016) (w/ Lauren Gismondi)

Oct 28 2024 70 mins

We go to what Lauren calls the "in between" this episode to see a chamber choir from Canada compete to come back to life...like Cats.Lauren’s Instagram: @lagizz_sangsPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: The Lure!

Ep. 382 - The Legend of Sleepy Hollow (1949) (w/ Shady)

Oct 24 2024 53 mins

We turn to a classic tale and a classic Disney short this episode. Shady introduces to Jon one of her favorite spooky season films. And there's a lot of speculation for this open ended movie.Shady's Twitter: @cookieoshadyMovie Deja Vu's Socials -Instagram: @moviedejavupodTwitter: @moviedejavuPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodT

Ep. 381 - The Happiness of the Katakuris (2001) (w/ John Flynn)

Oct 21 2024 82 mins

This is a long episode because John and Jon needed to talk this one out. Are Jon's theories logical this episode?John's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/johnflynn99?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=fe3657de-b941-4ca6-97cd-56cd0d46c45dPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodTikTok: @butasongpodTwitter: @butasongpodNext episode: The