Lincoln's Musical Podcast: Recent Episodes
Lincoln Turner
I'm Lincoln and I talk about musicals in the order they're in on my Musical podcast on Spotify! All nerds (especially theater nerds) are welcome!!
Hello my gems! Sorry for the long wait between the episodes, but here it is... the spoiler review of the 2021 film In the Heights!!!! Enjoy this deep dive into this cinematic masterpiece and Lin Manuel Miranda's love letter to his neighborhood and how it has and continues to inspire me
Hello my beautiful people! Today I am doing a spoiler free review of the film adaptation of In the Heights!!! Please go watch the film. It's now in theaters and on HBO Max and make sure to tune in next week for the spoiler review!!!!
Hello my dear humans! Today Stanley and I are discussing the 2015 film Strange Magic, how it's an underrated kid's film and how we should be less critical of films even though they are not the target demographics or the favorite of critics!
Hello everyone! Today Stanley and I are discussing the 2018 film Mary Poppins Returns starring my bro's mom, Emily Blunt, Lin Manuel Miranda, Dick Van Dyke, and many others! So sit back and relax and enjoy us discussing the charm and fun within this film!!!
Hello my loves!! Sorry for the long break in between episodes! I explain why in the beginning but I also discuss Broadway's intended reopening and the future of theater and art as a whole as we slowly move forward from this time within the pandemic! So gear up for an informative and inspiring episode!!!
We're off to see the Wizard on this wonderful podcast episode!!! Today I am joined by my former cast members in the Wizard of Oz as we speak on what the story means to us, our production experiences, and dream cast this timeless tale! So sit back relax and follow the yellow brick road!!!!
What team?! Wildcats! What team?! Wildcats! What podcast!? Lincoln's Musical Podcast!! Getcha head in the game!!! That's right my dears! Today my brother Stanley and I are doing a review and deep dive into the iconic film series High School Musical! We discuss the timelessness of the songs, the characters, and our overall feelings on this masterpiece created by King Kenny Ortega!!! What could be more fabulous! So strap in and remember we're all in this together!!!!
Today we are flying to Never Never Land my dear listeners!!! We will be discussing the childhood tale of Peter Pan, the musical, my journey with it, how it holds up, and while certain stories stay with you forever, others you grow out of when you grow up!!! Enjoy the episode or a certain crocodile might be waiting for you! Tick Tock! Tick Tock! (Enough Peter Pan references???)
Hello everyone! Today's second episode is on the March on Broadway and how artists in the theater industry are fighting to make change for the future generations of artists and why it's important.
Resources to help Daunte Wright and Adam Toledo:
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ACLU.org
Hello everyone!!!! On the first episode of today my brother and I will be discussing the Disney animated movie Hercules!!!
Hello my beautiful people!! Today we are discussing all things theater news about cruelty within the industry and what can be done to make things better moving forward and future projects in the works. I hope you all enjoy me ranting and are having an excellent day!!!
Hello my darlings! Are we ready to have ourselves a real good time! We have a real killer (queen) episode for you all today! I am discussing the movie musical biopic, Bohemian Rhapsody darlings with my brother Stanley Turner. So prepare yourselves for some discussion of montage, the power of Queen's music, the talent of Rami Malek and the entire ensemble cast, and the iconic band that defines rock and roll!!
Hello my beautiful people!! My apologies for the late release of this episode but here it is!!! Today we are discussing the Broadway Backwards/Equity Fights Aids 2021 event!!! I discuss the incredible performances, the powerful story within the event, and the always true message that it holds "We are not alone". So sit back and enjoy and always remember you will be found!!! Also check out the event and if you are able to please donate to the event!!
Hello my worthy friends!!! Today we are talking about the Aladdin Musical and its fun unique ensemble. So hop a carpet and fly to another podcast episode!!! Also thank you all so much for helping to grow my audience this month my loves!!! You are all incredible and I can't wait for you all to see what next month will bring!!!!
Hello my beautiful people!!! Today we are discussing the reasons why I am excited and why I am slowly losing paciencia for the release of the In The Heights Movie Musical!!! Say it everyone so it doesn't disappear!!!! WASHINGTON HEIGHTS!!!!!!
Hello my beautiful people! I only have one question for you all. Do you hear the people sing? That's right folks today my brother and I are discussing the "interesting" movie musical adaptation of Les Miserables! So strap in and enjoy our review of Jean Valjean's decade spanning journey of France
Hello everyone welcome to the 50th episode and 15th special episode of the podcast. Today I celebrate the iconic women in theater and also discuss how we need to do better for women, in both the arts and in society as a whole by listening and learning from their experiences and perspectives and unlearning toxic behaviors to create a more accepting world. Trigger Warning: I do make mention of harassment that takes place on sets of movies and TV.
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Hello everyone!!! Today Stanley and I are reliving the magic that is Phineas and Ferb, perhaps one of the most iconic TV shows ever made!!! Shout out to all of the creators, Dan Povenmire and Jeff "Swampy" Marsh. I hope you enjoy this, the second episode of the next era of the podcast!!!!
Happy Anniversary loves!! Today we are celebrating one year of Lincoln's Musical Podcast as I tell the story of the creation of this podcast, how it saved me in 2020 and where I intend to take it in the future!!! Thank you so much for my listeners continuing to join me on this crazy ride and thank you to all of my guest stars! Words cannot express my love for all of you!!!
Hello my loves and welcome to the next episode of the podcast for today! We will be discussing and reviewing the musical episode from the Disney Channel sitcom, Raven's Home, and looking at how I first thought of it and what I think of it now! Hope you're all having an amazing day!
Hello my loves! Today we are discussing the 25th Anniversary of Rent the Musical and moreover its impact and why this masterpiece has endured for as long as it has and why it will continue to endure!!! And remember to measure, measure your life in love!
It's time to play the music, it's time to light the lights, it's time to talk the Muppets on the podcast here tonight (or whatever time of the day you're listening)! I hope you all enjoy the final episode of this month my loves!!! Strap in as Stanley and I discuss the 2011 Muppets film and how it surprisingly holds up, the success of the creative team hitting us in the nostalgia bone, and the jokes we missed when we were younger.
Hello my loves and welcome to the first of two episodes for today!!! I go into the toxic practice of "gatekeeping" within fandoms, particularly in musical theater fandoms and how to move forward with more positive engagement in these aforementioned fan communities! Hope you enjoy this little insight I've had on my mind!
Hello my loves! I hope you are enjoying your Sunday! To help make it enjoyable, here is a review of the movie musical adaptation of Freaky Friday with my guest star brother Stanley Turner!! We discuss how this film is an semi accurate depiction of real high schoolers and while it is not the greatest film ever, it's a light hearted piece with some great acting! So sit back, get comfy, and enjoy and once you've enjoyed share it with a friend!
The category for this podcast is Live! Work! Pose! Hello my lovelies, today we are talking/reviewing a the FX show Pose!!! I cannot recommend this show enough so sit back relax and enjoy me discuss the top tier quality writing, story progression, and characters and the fantastic representation of this incredible show!! If you enjoy this episode please share it with a friend and follow me if you're listening on Spotify so you know when a new episode is out!!!
Hello dear listeners! Today I will be talking about the movie musical Girltrash and its impact on the LGBTQ+ community! I talk about what it meant to me, representation in 2014 compared to today and how I would love to direct a stage adaptation with some iconic queer actresses! Enjoy this treat and above all rock on!!!
Hey guys! I hope you enjoy this really long episode in which I delve into the fantastic Netflix musical TV show Julie and the Phantoms and what makes this show great!!! You all should definitely check it out and I do put a spoiler warning as at a certain point I really go into all the deep dish of this show!!! Also I open with a serious and relevant world issue that you should go educate yourself on as I am going to continue to do. So sit back, get comfy, and enjoy this long introspective episode!!! Also apologies for the amount of scratching in this one!! (I just got a haircut!!!/Forgive me!!)
Get in losers, we're doing a podcast! Hello my loves! My apologies for not uploading this one yesterday but here is an episode of me and my stage daughter, Terry Wick, discussing the iconic and inspiring story of Mean Girls the musical!!! You know the drill! Give the OG cast and the dream cast all the love!!! Make sure to wear pink this Wednesday, don't wear sweatpants on Monday or no one will sit with you, and enjoy this episode as it will be totally fetch!!!! Is that enough Mean Girls references??? Also check out Julie and the Phantoms!!!
Hello everyone! Today I am interviewing my dear friend Lily Senderling on her experience performing in shows during the COVID 19 pandemic and how this affected the process. In addition, I want any and all artists who are out there creating work that is changing the world even in these strange times, you have my utmost undying respect!!!! Love you all!
Hello everybody! Today I will be discussing Into the Woods the musical with fellow theater nerd Sophia Henson, who will be playing the Baker's Wife soon!!!! Enjoy as we analyze and deep dive into this story and geek out over many immensely talented performers and enjoy this final episode on this great Sondheim musical as we go into the woods, out of the woods, and home before dark!!!
Hello my people!!!! Today we are doing yet another news related episode, however this time it's ALL good news!!!! I hope you enjoy and be sure to tune in for tomorrow's episode!!!
Hey everybody, today with my brother Stanley Turner, I will discuss the movie adaptation of Into the Woods and how it held up and how we feel about this piece! I hope you enjoy this fun deep dive and have an amazing day!!!
Hello my loves!!! I hope you are all enjoying your Friday!!! Today we finally talk about the elephant in the room.... bootlegs! I discuss the realities of creating them, my experience with them, and my explanation on why people indulge in them and what we can do to bring more accessibility to live theater from high school to Broadway. So get comfy, get your snacks and drinks, and enjoy this deep dive into Bootleg Culture! Also check out the analysis of bootlegs and the morality of them from Katherine Steele and Sarah Z on You Tube!!!
Hello everyone!!!! Today we are talking about a musical about a historical record label which housed historical songwriters, musicians, and composers which produced some of the most historical stars and singers in the world; Michael Jackson, Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye, and Dianna Ross to name a few. With my family as guest stars, we discuss the story of Motown the musical and the journey and legacy of the founder of the record label and the writer of the musical Berry Gordy. Check this episode out and then go listen to some Motown!!!
Hello everyone!!! Hope you are enjoying your Friday afternoon!! Today we are going into news, some theater some not!!! Hope you're ready to enjoy our dissection of the first week of 2021 from the perspective of a young human being obsessed with theater!!!!
Ladies and gents this is the moment you've waited for!! Hello my loves and welcome to the first episode of 2021 where my guest star and brother Stanley Turner will be discussing the musical movie The Greatest Showman and basically how much we love it and how we believe it is the gold standard of movie musicals!!! I hope you are having a wonderful first day of your year, I also hope you enjoy this episode, and I highly recommend you check out this gem of a film!!!!
Hello my theater loving beans!!! You are all beautiful and I hope you enjoy this final episode of 2020!!! Congrats on your endurance, creativity, and here's to seeing where this podcast goes into the new year!!!! Love all of you!!!!
Hello my loves! Today we are discussing an mysterious musical!! It might not seem like much on the surface but within there is a story of the importance of friendship, positivity, and looking on the bright side!!! Support the old cast and dream cast and enjoy this episode which will be the second to last episode of the year for Lincoln's Musical Podcast!!!
Hello my loves!!! The second episode of the day will be me talking about a totally random musical movie that I don't know about!! JK everybody!!! Sit back and get comfy and enjoy me and my guest star/iconic best friend Lily Senderling as we discuss this amazing film that literally SAVED my 2020!!! Check it out on Netflix, enjoy the soundtrack on Spotify and witness this masterpiece for yourselves!! There will be spoilers in this episode my friends, so watch the movie first if you don't want anything ruined. Also support the Unruly Hearts Initiative!!!
Hello my loves!! Sorry for the delay in episode releases!!! Here is the first of the two being released today!!! Let us enjoy this gothic fairy tale together!!!
Hey my lovelies!! Today we are talking about our favorite mean one!!! I will be reviewing the musical and the NBC live performance and I speak on the plan for the upcoming content!! So strap in and join me as we review the musical version of this holiday tale!!!!
Hello my dears!! The holiday season is upon us!!! Today we are discussing the live Grinch musical on NBC December 9 8:00 ET and it's "interesting" casting of Matthew Morrison as the Grinch! We discuss the importance of the live musical, the potential rise in prominence of young actors, and the necessity of theater and a warm holiday story!! So check the movie and this episode!!!
The Wiz is making a come back on this podcast!! Once again my favorite guest star, Stanley Turner, is returning to discuss the film of the Wiz. We talk about why we love the movie, what is important to telling a story, and much much more! Check out his YouTube channel, watch the Wiz, and listen to the soundtrack and I personally guarantee you all a good time!!!
Hello my lovelies!! I hope you are all enjoying your Thanksgiving and are eating all the food your little hearts desire!!! Today we are talking about a movie musical, the Prom, which releases in December 11 on Netflix and all the reasons I am excited for it, the hope it offers me, the importance of representation on streaming services, and just in general the hope for a brighter future for our coming generation!!! I hope you all enjoy this episode and please check out the youtubers I shouted out, Katherine Steele, Abnormally Adam, Rowan Ellis, and Sarah Z! And check out the Deadline Article entitled Ryan Murphy on bringing the Prom to Netflix!!! Love you all, have a happy Thanksgiving and please check out the trailer on You Tube and tune in to Netflix on December 11 to watch this iconic production team and cast build a prom before our very eyes!!!
Rock and Roll is taking over this podcast!!! Today we discuss the rock musical School of Rock and how the story displays how the genre can allow people (especially the young generation) accept, celebrate, and be themselves!!! Sorry for such a short episode you guys! Check out the cast of School of Rock, namely Alex Brightman and Sierra Boggess, and my two dream castings of Katherine Steele and George Salazar!!! So lend an ear and find out that there's no way you can stop the School of Rock!!!
Hey guys!! I hope you're ready because we're about to have the first ever special episode!!! Eeeeee!!!! I'm so excited!!! In this episode we discuss the latest in musical theater social media!!! Once again special thanks to my friend who gave me the idea Lily Senderling! And shouting out my sources You Tuber Katherine Steele (check her out!!!) and NPR! I hope you all enjoy this special episode and here's to many more to come!!!1
It's the Circle of Life on this podcast! As you can tell from the title, we will be discussing the Lion King musical! I cover the cultural global phenomenon and its impact upon myself and many others! I dream cast and give shout outs to the actors and actresses and creative team that has kept the show going for 23 years! I also give an update on where the podcast is going from here!!! So be prepared for us to discuss this iconic story and masterpiece of theater!! Also sorry for all the coughing you guys!
Hey guys get ready to hear another breakdown on Hairspray! This time with my guest star brother Stanley Turner! It's a long one again but decidedly more positive!! There are a few naughty words in this one but it is still family friendly but just keep your ears peeled. This is the second to last upload of the day my friends!! After this we will be all caught up with the episodes!! Definitely stay tuned as things are going to get exciting very quickly! And enjoy this fun loving review with my film making brother Stanley!
You can't stop the beat in this episode! That's right folks we are talking about Hairspray with my amazing guest star Lily Senderling!! Watch us gush over various celebrities!!! In addition to reviewing and dream casting we also talk about why Hairspray is so appealing to our generation and about social justice and change for the future!!! So get ready to welcome the 60s, run and tell that, and enjoy this amazing episode!!
Hey guys! I know I've been dropping a lot of episodes today! Don't worry only a couple more! I'll explain why in the final episode dropped today!! Now get your golden tickets ready as you will enter the chocolate factory in this podcast! Get ready to listen to my history with this iconic Roald Dahl story! Give love to the original cast and the dream cast! And come with me and you'll be in a world of Lincoln's Musical Podcast!!!
Hey guys! Who wants to see my brother, Stanley (best guest star ever!), and I analyze a Disney Channel Original Movie way too deeply!! Well if you answered yes, you're in luck because we're about to break down Descendants 2!!! We talk about what we liked about the movie, what we didn't like (majority), and our Disney nostalgia. If you're interested in watching it's on Disney Plus! After listening if you don't want to I'll get it! Also rest in power Cameron Boyce!! So sit back and relax and enjoy this episode of the podcast!
He's the Wiz and he lives on Lincoln's Podcast!! Hello my lovelies! Today we are discussing the fantastic cultural phenomenon that is the Wiz!!! An all Black cast rendition of the Wonderful Wizard of Oz! Join me and my momma (special guest star) as we discuss why we love this musical and what it means to us as fans and Black audience members and how it appeals to various generations! All this and some dream casting on this iconic episode! Give a shout out to our dream cast and the original cast and ease on down the road with us as we discuss the Wiz!!! Also keep your eyes up as I'll be releasing a bunch of episodes today!!
Grease is the word on this episode T Birds and Pink Ladies!! Today I discuss the iconic musical Grease and we will be discussing how the story set in the past does not always resonate to the present particularly with Sandy!! Give some love to the OG cast of characters and the dream cast!! So let's journey to Rydell High and go back to high school! End of Grease references!!
Hey guys! Sorry for my delay in releasing episodes!!! I believe this one will brighten your day and you can expect another upload tomorrow morning!!! You'll get a double feature!!! Speaking of features enjoy me and my guest star brother Stanley Turner, who is making a You Tube channel for his films soon (ooo!!!), discussing, reviewing, and being overly invested in the Illumination film Sing. Warning: I do make a poorly thought out statement wherein I say that Nick Kroll did a better job of singing than Taylor Swift! Please don't hate me gems!!
The Phantom of the Opera is here inside this episode!! This special episode features special guest stars Mr. and Mrs. Kuether, my director, teacher, and choreographer, respectively!!! Warning there are some audio troubles with this video during this interview, but for the most part is satisfactory! Give some love to the cast and dream cast!!! And without further ado sit back, relax, grab your opera goggles/glasses, and enjoy this episode of Lincoln's Musical Podcast!!!
Chim chim cherie! Let's pop our way over for a deep dive into the Mary Poppins Musical! Three pieces of advice: Give the old and dream cast some love, check the soundtrack out, and Step in Time! Step in Time! Step in Time!
Hey guys! I will be dropping episodes on Saturdays moving forward!! But today let your freak flags fly as we talk about Shrek the Musical, the first musical I ever listened to. Also I'm auditioning with one of the songs for college! Eee! It's a pretty nasty episode but Shrek will be happy because ogres like nasty! For those who know the musical, I hope you liked that reference. As always send love to the original cast and my dream cast, as they are all amazing!!
Hey guys! First of all sorry for the large break between episodes!!! But hopefully this special episode will be a great one to bring you back to nerding out about musicals with me!! Today we're talking about the family love comedy piece, Addams Family musical! And who better to help me talk about this fantastic show than my fantastic family!!! Remember to support the original cast of the show and my dream cast and get ready to get a witch's shawl on, a broomstick you can crawl on, because we're going to pay a call on the Addams Family!!!
On this special episode join me and a special guest star, my brother Stanley Turner, as we talk about the Live Action movie musical Beauty and the Beast from the perspectives of an aspiring thespian and cinematographer!! Sending lots of love to the cast and my listeners! Nerd on and let's dive into this tale as old as time once more!
Today we are breaking down a musical that holds some of my nearest and dearest memories! With my former cast mates, Spencer Saada and Sascha Shroff, guest starring I will break down this fantastic Dr. Seuss inspired piece! I apologize in advance for the audio as it was the first time I was bringing on guest stars and using Zoom for this purpose. It will get better as we move throughout the journey of this podcast! Please enjoy and Nerd On!!!!
Today we are taking a journey under the sea as we talk about the Little Mermaid Musical!! Give the OG cast of the show some love as well as the actors I dream cast! Sending you lots of love!! Stay healthy, happy, and safe!! Enjoy!!!
Hello everybody! Today we talk about a musicals as old as time with songs as old as rhyme!! Be my guest as we geek out about Beauty and the Beast the musical!!!! Send love to the actors I dream cast and the original cast members!! Stay happy, healthy, and safe! Sending lots of love to my musical nerds!!
Hey musical nerds! On today's episode we are talking about how far one will go! Just kidding! We're talking about Moana!! So give this episode a listen and I'll go ahead and say You're Welcome!!! Stay happy, healthy, and safe!! Sending lots of love!!!!!!!
Hey everyone! Join me as we defy gravity while talking about perhaps one of the most powerful and one of my favorite musicals ever!!! Give the actors from the cast love as well as those I dream casted in the roles!! Hope you are all healthy, happy, and safe!!!!!!!! Also who is your ideal Glinda and Elphaba pairing?
Hello everybody! Today we talk about the Wedding Singer a romantic comedy musical!! Hope you enjoy and give the actors and actresses I shout out in the dream cast some love as well as the OG cast members!!!! Oh and also totally check out the soundtrack and film of the Wedding Singer!! Stay healthy, happy, and safe!!! Lots of love and keep on loving and geeking out to theater!!!
Hello everyone! I'm Lincoln Turner and welcome to my first ever episode of Lincoln's Musical Podcast, where I break down my Spotify playlist (Musical Till I Die) and all the musicals on it. Be it on stage, film, or television if there's a musical you can bet I'll be talking about it! Sorry if this one has some long thinking gaps or anything to that effect but ultimately they get better with time and I've recorded about 10 of these already and I'll be dropping them every day! Hope you are all healthy, happy, and safe. Lots of love and let's geek out about musicals together!!!!!!!!!