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The Scene Podcast

The Scene Podcast

Justin Borak, KJ Lampar, Leah Barker, Zach Dulli

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The Scene is a supplement to the popular newsletter. Playwright and host Justin Borak provides an entertaining and informative look at theatre and theatre education.
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best The Scene Podcast episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to The Scene Podcast for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite The Scene Podcast episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

The Scene Podcast - An Interview with Douglas Lyons (Chicken & Biscuits)
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04/08/24 • 35 min

An exclusive interview with Douglas Lyons (Chicken & Biscuits, Fraggle Rock) The Scene Team Leah Barker - Producer & Talent Coordinator Justin Borak - Host Zach Dulli - Executive Producer KJ Lampar - Producer & Editor Additional music and sound effects licensed through Envato Elements LINKS Be sure to follow The Scene Podcast on Instagram and YouTube Subscribe to The Scene Newsletter SPECIAL THANKS Jennifer Isaacson Lauren Kardos Kent Nicholson Jeffery Keilholtz
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The Scene Podcast - An Interview with Carrie McCrossen & Ian McWethy
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05/17/25 • 55 min

This week on The Scene Podcast, we’re joined by the dynamic writing duo Carrie McCrossen and Ian McWethy, partners in both life and theatre. Known for their sharp wit and genre-blending scripts, the pair shares how their collaborative process evolved from comedy sketches to critically acclaimed plays. We talk about teaching theatre, navigating adaptations, and what it’s really like to co-write with your spouse. Plus, we debut a brand-new segment inspired by Letterboxd’s “Four Favorite Films”, but this time, it’s all about the plays that shaped us.

Episode Notes

Guests:

Carrie McCrossen – @carriemccrossen

Ian McWethy – @ianmcwethy

Release Date: May 17, 2025

Topics Covered:

  • Writing as a duo: humor, compromise, and creative alignment
  • Their approach to youth theatre and educational licensing
  • Navigating tone in farce, satire, and social commentary
  • Thoughts on adaptations and writing for the stage today
  • Debut segment: “Four Favorite Plays”—inspiration, nostalgia, and chaos

Works Referenced:

  • Bad Auditions by Bad Actors
  • The Ten Best Worst Things About High School
  • #Censored
  • Plus, selections from their “Four Favorite Plays” list

Listen: Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all podcast platforms

Follow Us: @thescene_news on Instagram and TikTok

The Scene Team

Leah Barker - Producer & Talent Coordinator

Justin Borak - Host

Zach Dulli - Executive Producer

KJ Lampar - Producer & Editor

Additional music and sound effects licensed through Envato Elements

LINKS

Be sure to follow The Scene Podcast on Instagram and YouTube

Subscribe to The Scene Newsletter

SPECIAL THANKS

Jennifer Isaacson

Lauren Kardos

Kent Nicholson

Jeffery Keilholtz

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The Scene Podcast - An Interview with Candrice Jones (Flex)
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05/20/24 • 35 min

An exclusive interview with Candrice JonesThe Scene Team Leah Barker - Producer & Talent Coordinator Justin Borak - Host Zach Dulli - Executive Producer KJ Lampar - Producer & Editor Additional music and sound effects licensed through Envato Elements LINKS Be sure to follow The Scene Podcast on Instagram and YouTube Subscribe to The Scene Newsletter SPECIAL THANKS Jennifer Isaacson Lauren Kardos Kent Nicholson Jeffery Keilholtz
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The Scene Podcast - The Scene Holiday Special (2023)
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12/25/23 • 34 min

Happy Holidays from all of us at The Scene! Gather your chestnuts and get cozy by the open fire. We've got a festive line-up you won't want to miss. And who knows? We may have brought a few guests home for the holidays...The Scene Team Leah Barker - Producer & Talent Coordinator Justin Borak - Host Zach Dulli - Executive Producer KJ Lampar - Producer & Editor Additional music and sound effects licensed through Envato Elements LINKS Be sure to follow The Scene Podcast on Instagram and YouTube Subscribe to The Scene Newsletter SPECIAL THANKS Jennifer Isaacson Lauren Kardos Kent Nicholson Jeffery Keilholtz
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An exclusive interview with Brooke Maxwell & Jacob Richmond (Ride the Cyclone Team)The Scene Team Leah Barker - Producer & Talent Coordinator Justin Borak - Host Zach Dulli - Executive Producer KJ Lampar - Producer & Editor Additional music and sound effects licensed through Envato Elements LINKS Be sure to follow The Scene Podcast on Instagram and YouTube Subscribe to The Scene Newsletter SPECIAL THANKS Jennifer Isaacson Lauren Kardos Kent Nicholson Jeffery Keilholtz
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The Scene Podcast - Texas Thespians Part 2: Dulli, Don, & Dorf
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01/13/25 • 34 min

The second part of our 2024 Texas Thespians coverage! New episodes of The Scene podcast are coming soon.The Scene Team Leah Barker - Producer & Talent Coordinator Justin Borak - Host Zach Dulli - Executive Producer KJ Lampar - Producer & Editor Additional music and sound effects licensed through Envato Elements LINKS Be sure to follow The Scene Podcast on Instagram and YouTube Subscribe to The Scene Newsletter SPECIAL THANKS Jennifer Isaacson Lauren Kardos Kent Nicholson Jeffery Keilholtz
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The Scene Podcast - Tony Awards 2025 Nominations (Reactions & Predictions)
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05/03/25 • 142 min

In this special bonus episode of The Scene Podcast, we’re joined by theatre commentators and content creators Liz Gutridge, Ashley Hufford, and Maggie Hill for a lively roundtable breaking down the 2025 Tony Award nominations. From thrilling surprises to frustrating omissions, we dig into the major trends, record-setting shows, and rising stars shaping this year’s Broadway honors. Plus, we highlight past Scene guests who are now Tony nominees, celebrating their achievements and discussing their standout contributions to the season.

Episode Notes

Topic: The 2025 Tony Award Nominations

Release Date: May 3, 2025

Guests:

Liz Gutridge – @lizgutridge

Ashley Hufford – @ashley_hufford

Maggie Hill – @themaggiehill

Official 2025 Tony Nominees – tonyawards.com

Follow Us: @thescene_news on Instagram and TikTok

The Scene Team

Leah Barker - Producer & Talent Coordinator

Justin Borak - Host

Zach Dulli - Executive Producer

KJ Lampar - Producer & Editor

Additional music and sound effects licensed through Envato Elements

LINKS

Be sure to follow The Scene Podcast on Instagram and YouTube

Subscribe to The Scene Newsletter

SPECIAL THANKS

Jennifer Isaacson

Lauren Kardos

Kent Nicholson

Jeffery Keilholtz

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The Scene Podcast - The Scene at Texas Thespians (Part 1)
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12/23/24 • 36 min

It’s the first part of The Scene Texas Thespians episode. Join us for interviews with the Scene team and special guests from the conference floor. Plus, we’ll offer some plays that would be perfect for the UIL One-Act play competition! The Scene Team Leah Barker - Producer & Talent Coordinator Justin Borak - Host Zach Dulli - Executive Producer KJ Lampar - Producer & Editor Additional music and sound effects licensed through Envato Elements LINKS Be sure to follow The Scene Podcast on Instagram and YouTube Subscribe to The Scene Newsletter SPECIAL THANKS Jennifer Isaacson Lauren Kardos Kent Nicholson Jeffery Keilholtz
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The Scene Podcast - An Interview with Kate Douglas (The Apiary)
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04/19/25 • 43 min

Season 3 premieres with boundary-pushing storyteller Kate Douglas—playwright, librettist, composer, and creator of The Apiary. Kate’s work spans music, immersive theatre, and environmental advocacy, making space for stories that are deeply human and defiantly unconventional. In this episode, she opens up about her early artistic journey, the personal and ecological inspirations behind The Apiary, and her recent research trip to Poland exploring physical therapy through movement. Plus, we dig into her analog immersive project Wilderness Neo, and her alt-folk-infused music that bridges chamber opera and indie soul.

Episode Notes

Guest: Kate Douglas (Playwright, Librettist, Creator of The Apiary, The Ninth Hour)

Topics Covered:

  • The evolution from musician to multidisciplinary theatre-maker
  • Writing The Apiary and its journey to Off-Broadway
  • How environmentalism shapes Kate’s creative lens
  • Wilderness Neo: blending analog mystery with youth engagement
  • Studying physical therapy through movement in Poland
  • Kate’s genre-fluid music across theatre and solo work

Referenced Works:

  • The Apiary (Off-Broadway, 2024)
  • Wilderness Neo
  • The Ninth Hour
  • The Lucky Few
  • Centuries

The Scene Team

Leah Barker - Producer & Talent Coordinator

Justin Borak - Host

Zach Dulli - Executive Producer

KJ Lampar - Producer & Editor

Additional music and sound effects licensed through Envato Elements

LINKS

Be sure to follow The Scene Podcast on Instagram and YouTube

Subscribe to The Scene Newsletter

SPECIAL THANKS

Jennifer Isaacson

Lauren Kardos

Kent Nicholson

Jeffery Keilholtz

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The Scene Podcast - SEASON 3 ANNOUNCEMENT

SEASON 3 ANNOUNCEMENT

The Scene Podcast

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04/12/25 • 6 min

The Scene Podcast is back for Season 3, and we’re raising the curtain on a brand-new lineup of bold voices, breakout talent, and behind-the-scenes brilliance. From Tony-winning writers to rising playwrights shaking up the stage, this season is packed with unfiltered conversations, career insights, and the craft behind the curtain. Whether we’re live from the International Thespian Festival or diving into the future of Broadway, this season isn’t just about what’s onstage—it’s about who’s creating the scene.

  • Season Premiere: April 19, 2025
  • Guests this Season: Kate Douglas, James Ijames, John Cameron Mitchell, Anna Ziegler, Ngozi Anyanwu, and many more
  • Special Episodes:
    • The 2025 Tonys Roundtable
    • Live from the International Thespian Festival
    • Bonus episode with John Cariani
  • Release Schedule: Bi-weekly

Subscribe now so you don’t miss a single conversation – tell your scene partners!

The Scene Team

Leah Barker - Producer & Talent Coordinator

Justin Borak - Host

Zach Dulli - Executive Producer

KJ Lampar - Producer & Editor

Additional music and sound effects licensed through Envato Elements

LINKS

Be sure to follow The Scene Podcast on Instagram and YouTube

Subscribe to The Scene Newsletter

SPECIAL THANKS

Jennifer Isaacson

Lauren Kardos

Kent Nicholson

Jeffery Keilholtz

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FAQ

How many episodes does The Scene Podcast have?

The Scene Podcast currently has 31 episodes available.

What topics does The Scene Podcast cover?

The podcast is about Visual Arts, Podcasts, Arts and Performing Arts.

What is the most popular episode on The Scene Podcast?

The episode title 'Back to the Future, Anton Chekov, & Erika Kuhn' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on The Scene Podcast?

The average episode length on The Scene Podcast is 31 minutes.

How often are episodes of The Scene Podcast released?

Episodes of The Scene Podcast are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of The Scene Podcast?

The first episode of The Scene Podcast was released on Nov 1, 2023.

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