The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul
A positively star-studded podcast that converses with celebrity guests from all areas of the entertainment industry (Film, TV, Broadway etc.) who use their platform to build a kinder world. Join The AOK as we sprinkle unhinged positivity around like confetti and uncover the best ways to activate kindness. Part of the Broadway Podcast Network.
S4 E157 · Mon, March 24, 2025
Tony-Nominee Kate Baldwin 'Amplifies' Kindness on Broadway
The luminous Kate Baldwin joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul this Women's History Month to discuss acts of kindness throughout her career on Broadway, Maestra Music and more. Kate Baldwin is a two-time Tony Award and four-time Drama Desk Award nominee who has delighted audiences across the country with performances on Broadway, in concert and on television. Kate starred as Irene Molloy opposite Bette Midler, David Hyde Pierce and Gavin Creel in the hit Broadway revival of Hello, Dolly!, for which she was nominated for the Tony, Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle awards. She originated the role of Sandra Bloom in Big Fish on Broadway and earned accolades and a Drama Desk Award nomination for her work as Leslie Lynnton Benedict in Michael John LaChiusa’s Giant at The Public Theatre. She received a Drama Desk Award nomination for her role as Jen in Keen Company’s 20th Anniversary revival of Andrew Lippa and Tom Greenwald’s John & Jen. She garnered critical acclaim and a Lucille Lortel Award nomination for Tom Kitt and John Logan’s Superhero at Second Stage. But it was her starring role in the 2009 Broadway revival of Finian’s Rainbow, which drew Tony, Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Award nominations and put her on the map as “a real musical theatre star.” (New York Post) Kate has appeared in the Broadway casts of The Full Monty, Thoroughly Modern Millie and Wonderful Town. Other New York theatre productions include Songbird at 59e59 and in The Dead, 1904 for Irish Rep, Fiorello! and Love Life for City Center Encores! She starred in The King and I at the Lyric Opera of Chicago, Irving Berlin’s White Christmas (San Francisco, Detroit, Toronto), The Women at The Old Globe, Henry V at the Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey, She Loves Me at the Willliamstown Theatre Festival, and The Music Man and South Pacific at Arena Stage, earning a Helen Hayes Award nomination. She drew raves for her portrayal of Francesca Johnson in The Bridges of Madison County directed by original cast member Hunter Foster and for her turn as Dorothy Brock in 42nd Street at Goodspeed Opera House directed by original creator Randy Skinner. She has performed in concert with the American Pops Orchestra, New York Pops, Boston Pops, National Symphony, Detroit Symphony, Portland Symphony, Phoenix Symphony, Chicago Symphony, American Songbook series at Lincoln Center, the Kennedy Center and at the legendary New York nightclubs Feinstein’s, Birdland and 54 Below. Her concert work also includes several appearances with Stephen Sondheim as a featured performer in his critically acclaimed evening, “A Conversation with Stephen Sondheim.” On television, her work includes appearances on “The Gilded Age” (HBO), “Law &Order: SVU” (NBC) “Just Beyond” (Disney Plus) “Live from Lincoln Center: Stephen Sondheim’s Passion” (PBS) and “First You Dream: the Songs
Bonus · Thu, March 20, 2025
Severance Star Adam Scott Shares Unfiltered Definition of Kindness [Short & Sweet}
Severance star Adam Scott reveals his definition of kindness to Robert Peterpaul during this short and sweet The Art of Kindness archival clip. The Emmy-nominated actor (also in Step Brothers and Parks and Rec ) was previously on AOK alongside Kate Mara. Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul youtube.com/@artofkindnesspodcast Support the show ! ( https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok ) Got kindness tips or stories? Want to just say hi? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S4 E155 · Mon, March 10, 2025
Teresa Palmer (Fall Guy, Mix Tape): Don't Be a Spirit Popper!
Acclaimed actress Teresa Palmer joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss uplifting others, acts of kindness from Emily Blunt and Ryan Gosling, her new show Mix Tape and more. Teresa Palmer is a globally recognized performer who has been nominated for multiple Best Actress awards, including Critics Choice and many others from her home country in Australia. You’ll likely recognize Teresa from her extensive onscreen work, often alongside some of the most acclaimed talents in the industry. She shared the screen with Cate Blanchett and Christian Bale in Knight of Cups . Appeared alongside Andrew Garfield in Mel Gibson’s Oscar-nominated film Hacksaw Ridge, with Danielle Radcliffe in December Boys and Adam Sandler and Keri Russel in Bedtime Stories... the list goes on. According to IMDb, some other most popular credits are I Am Number Four , Warm Bodies and Take Me Home Tonight . More recently, you may have spotted Teresa wielding a sword in the SAG Award-winning blockbuster The Fall Guy , starring Ryan Gosling, Emily Blunt, and Hannah Waddingham. And that's not even touching on her TV career, which most recently includes leading the cast of the cult hit A Discovery of Witches . Teresa’s TV work continues with The Last Anniversary , an adaptation of Liane Moriarty’s book, and the show that brought us together: Mix Tape . Follow Teresa: @teresapalmer Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul youtube.com/@artofkindnesspodcast Support the show ! ( https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok ) Got kindness tips or stories? Want to just say hi? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S4 E154 · Mon, February 24, 2025
The Wiggles: Can Kindness Be Taught? feat. Anthony 'Wiggle' Field
The Wiggles founder Anthony Field joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss his journey teaching kindness with the iconic children's group, being a role model for young audiences, his mental health struggles, having his daughter become a Wiggle and much more! Anthony Field is an Australian musician, actor, songwriter and producer, best known as a founding leader of the children's group the Wiggles. For over three decades, The Wiggles have delighted millions. After Anthony spent two years as a preschool teacher he had the idea to make a children's album. With songs like Hot Potato and Fruit Salad, The Wiggles have been entertaining millions of families across the globe for over 30 years. The band has sold over 30 million albums and DVDs, 8 million books, as well as accumulating over 2 billion music streams and 3 billion views on YouTube. The Wiggles continue their legacy creating new music and performing live shows, entertaining & engaging children around the globe. Fun fact: Anthony loves to play the bagpipes and guitar. He is always ready to whip up a fruit salad, yummy yummy! His favorite color is blue and he loves being a part of the Wiggle Town community. For more on The Wiggles head to thewiggles.com or check out their YouTube channel here . Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul youtube.com/@artofkindnesspodcast Support the show ! ( https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok ) Got kindness tips or stories? Want to just say hi? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S4 E153 · Mon, February 17, 2025
Netflix's Love on the Spectrum Star Tanner Smith & Mom Nicci Spread Kindness Everywhere
Netflix's Love on the Spectrum star Tanner Smith and mom Nicci Smith join The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss their journey to reality television, being an example for others affected by autism, and spreading kindness everywhere they go. Happy Random Acts of Kindness day! Tanner Smith is a South Carolina native thriving on the autism spectrum, whose self-proclaimed mission in life is to "Spread Joy All Around the World." Tanner was diagnosed with autism at age 4 and has gone on to complete and graduate from the ClemsonLIFE program at Clemson University, and is currently employed at The Shepherd Hotel in Clemson where he lives independently with roommates. Tanner came into the public eye after appearing on Season 2 of Netflix’s Love on the Spectrum, and has captured the hearts of his many followers on social media. Tanner’s hope is to be an example of what is possible for others affected by autism and to bring joy and kindness to everyone he encounters, as shown by his signature thumbs up, big smile, and high fives. Tanner also hopes to be a strong advocate for employment for the disabled community, and to show what valuable assets they are in the workforce. Follow Tanner @tannerwiththe_tism https://tanner.meteor.land/ Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul youtube.com/@artofkindnesspodcast Support the show ! ( https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok ) Got kindness tips or stories? Want to just say hi? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S4 E152 · Mon, February 10, 2025
Tony-Winner Rachel Bay Jones (Georgie & Mandy, Dear Evan Hansen): Acts of Kindness So Big/ So Small
Emmy, Tony and Grammy Award-winning performer Rachel Bay Jones joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss how her career from Broadway ( Dear Evan Hansen ) to television ( Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage ) has been fueled by kindness and so much more. Rachel Bay Jones is an Emmy, Tony and Grammy Award-winning actress best known for originating the role of 'Heidi Hansen' in the Original Broadway Cast of DEAR EVAN HANSEN, and received the aforementioned awards (plus many others) for her performance. Additional Broadway credits include PIPPIN, HAIR and WOMEN ON THE VERGE OF A NERVOUS BREAKDOWN. She also has quite the regional resume and has infused her performance power into the solo album "Showfolk" which can now be purchased on iTunes and Amazon. Rachel also lights up the screen. She has starred in films like "Ben Is Back" opposite Julia Roberts and in "Critical Thinking," directed by and opposite John Leguizamo, and will soon be seen in the independent film "Rise & Shine." Speaking of indies, you can catch Rachel in the indie flick “Bob Trevino Likes It,” this March 21. Jones tv credits include: NBC's "Law & Order: SVU," ABC's "Grey's Anatomy," and "The Family." She’s had recurring roles on "The Good Doctor," "The United States of Al," "Panic," "Why Women Kill," "Modern Family,” "God Friended Me,” and, of course, "Young Sheldon”... where her character Audrey McCallister was created. Rachel continues to breathe life into Audrey on the hit spin-off series “Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage,” which premiered this past fall on CBS. Follow RBJ: @rachelbayjones Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul youtube.com/@artofkindnesspodcast Support the show ! ( https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok ) Got kindness tips or stories? Want to just say hi? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S4 E151 · Mon, February 03, 2025
High School Musical Star Corbin Bleu Makes Kindness the Status Quo (feat. surprise special guest!)
High School Musical icon Corbin Bleu joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss navigating the industry with kindness from tv sets to Broadway stages. The performer gets a starry surprise (spoiler alert) from his DCOM co-star and friend Lucas Grabeel. CORBIN BLEU (Joe Ross) is a versatile actor, singer/songwriter, dancer, voiceover artist and host. Bleu is best known as Chad Danforth in the Emmy-winning HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL franchise. Recently, Bleu starred in the TV movies Love, For Real and A Christmas Dance Reunion and special guest-starred in Seasons 3 and 4 of High School Musical: The Musical: The Series on Disney+. On Broadway, Bleu starred in the Tony-nominated 2019 revival of Kiss Me, Kate at Studio 54, earning a Drama Desk nomination. He headlined as Ted Hanover in Holiday Inn , winning the Chita Rivera Award, and also appeared in Godspell (Jesus) and In the Heights (Usnavi). Additional stage highlights include Hairspray (Seaweed) and Mamma Mia! (Sky) at the Hollywood Bowl. In 2018, he played Don Lockwood in Singin’ in the Rain at The Muny and Billy Crocker in Anything Goes at Arena Stage, earning a Helen Hayes Award for Outstanding Lead Actor. That same year, he was named Entertainer of the Year at the Tremaine National Gala for his contributions to dance. Most recently, Corbin starred as Seymour in Little Shop of Horrors at the Westside Theatre in New York, completing a three-month run with Constance Wu followed by a three-month run with Jinkx Monsoon. Support Our Mom Barbara’s Second Cancer Journey LA Fire Resources Follow Corbin: @corbinbleu Follow Lucas: @mrgrabeel Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul youtube.com/@artofkindnesspodcast Support the show ! ( https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok ) Got kindness tips or stories? Want to just say hi? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm
S4 E150 · Thu, January 23, 2025
Schmigadoon! the Musical Cast & Crew Share Kindness Tips & Backstage Joy
Corn Puddin! Step inside Schmigadoon! the musical's NYC rehearsals for the Kennedy Center world premiere (running January 31–February 9, 2024) with The Art of Kindness . Join Robert Peterpaul as he talks with stars like Tony-nominee Alex Brightman on translating the show from screen to stage, finding joy in the rehearsal room, kindness tips and more. In this episode, you'll hear from Tony-winning Director and Choreographer Christopher Gattelli, as well as the show's star-studded cast: two-time Tony Award-nominee Alex Brightman ( Beetlejuice , Spamalot ), Sara Chase ( The Great Gatsby , The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt ), Emmy Award® winner and Tony Award® nominee Kevin Del Aguila ( Yellow Face , Some Like it Hot ), Ann Harada ( Cinderella , Avenue Q, who is reprising her role from the Apple Original series), McKenzie Kurtz ( The Heart of Rock and Roll , Wicked ), Isabelle McCalla ( Water for Elephants , The Kennedy Center’s Footloose ), Javier Muñoz ( Hamilton , In the Heights ), Tony Award-nominee Brad Oscar ( Something Rotten! , Mrs. Doubtfire ), Tony Award-nominee Emily Skinner ( Suffs , The Cher Show ), and Ryan Vasquez ( The Notebook , Hamilton ). For more on Schmigadoon! : kennedy-center.org Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul youtube.com/@artofkindnesspodcast Support the show ! ( https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok ) Got kindness tips or stories? Want to just say hi? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S4 E148 · Mon, January 06, 2025
Broadway Opening Night of Eureka Day with Bill Irwin, Jessica Hecht, Amber Gray & More
Another opening night on Broadway! Join The Art of Kindness live from the EUREKA DAY red carpet in December 2024, as Robert Peterpaul chats with all the stars about listening, decision making and, of course, kindness. In this episode, you'll hear from Eureka Day cast members Tony Award nominee Amber Gray ( Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812 , Hadestown ), two-time Tony Award nominee Jessica Hecht ( Summer, 1976 at MTC, A View from the Bridge ), Tony Award winner Bill Irwin ( Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? , Largely New York ), Emmy Award nominee Thomas Middleditch (“Silicon Valley”), Chelsea Yakura-Kurtz (“Scandal,” “The Flash”) and playwright Jonathan Spector. You'll also hear from VIP guests Michael Cyril Creighton ("Only Murders in the Building") and comedian Sam Morrison. Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul youtube.com/@artofkindnesspodcast Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Got kindness tips or stories? Want to just say hi? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S4 E147 · Thu, December 19, 2024
Heather Graham (Chosen Family)’s Great Hack to Stop People Pleasing
Actress and filmmaker Heather Graham joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss acts of kindness throughout her lengthy career, how her new film Chosen Family helped her learn to keep people pleasing under control, holding unconditional self-love and more. HEATHER GRAHAM discovered her passion for acting at an early age and caught the attention of filmmakers with her breakout role in Gus Van Sant's DRUGSTORE COWBOY, for which she received an Independent Spirit Award nomination. Graham went on to land unforgettable roles in the 1997 classic BOOGIE NIGHTS, for which she received the MTV Movie Award for Best Breakthrough Performance, in 1999's AUSTIN POWERS: THE SPY WHO SHAGGED ME and in 2009’s THE HANGOVER alongside Bradley Cooper and Zach Galifinakis. Graham has expanded into writing, directing, and producing, proving herself to be a multi-hyphenate leading talent with critically acclaimed, HALF MAGIC, a film she wrote and directed, which was released in theaters and on VOD February 2018. The raunchy, female-driven comedy follows three women set out on a hilarious search for self-fulfillment while overcoming the roadblocks in their personal and professional lives. Graham also executive produced and starred in the feature film CAKE, a romantic comedy also starring Sandra Oh and Cheryl Hines. That self-fulfillment theme, along with a throughline of people pleasing is prevalent in her latest flick - CHOSEN FAMILY. Graham wrote, directed, and starred in the rom-com, which debuted in 2024. This movie is a centerpiece to today’s conversation, along with kindness, of course. In addition to more producing, up next, Graham will be featured alongside Nicolas Cage in the Western THE GUNSLINGERS. Follow Heather: @imheathergraham Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul youtube.com/@artofkindnesspodcast Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Got kindness tips or stories? Want to just say hi? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S4 E146 · Mon, December 16, 2024
Emmy & Tony-Winner Judith Light is a True Beacon of Light
Legendary Emmy and Tony-winning performer Judith Light joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul and we couldn't be more excited. The Who's the Boss? lead discusses kindness to others and yourself, life-changing acts of kindness, researching spooky occurrences for her new Apple show BEFORE and more in this heart-lifting conversation. JUDITH LIGHT is known for her extensive body of work onstage, as well as in television and film, recently receiving a star on the Hollywood walk of fame. Her recent projects include Peter Hedge’s film The Same Storm, “Julia,” HBO Max’s drama series on Julia Child, Starz’ horror comedy “Shining Vale” and Searchlight’s dark comedy The Menu , alongside Anya Taylor-Joy and Ralph Fiennes. Second seasons of both “Shining Vale” and “Julia” are currently available for streaming. Light starred in The Young Wife and Down Low for FilmNation, both of which premiered at SXSW, and Out of My Mind for Disney+ which premiered at Sundance and can now be streamed on Disney+. Her 2019 film Ms. White Light also premiered at SXSW. She can also be seen in the second season of “American Horror Stories” and Rian Johnson’s series “Poker Face” for Peacock, for which she won the Guest Actress in a Comedy Series Primetime Emmy. She currently stars in the Apple TV+ series “Before” alongside Billy Crystal. The full season can now be streamed. Next up, she stars in “The Terror: Devil in Silver” for AMC and Scott Free Productions. Additionally, she is working on a series of producing projects with her production company and Brillstein Creative Partners. Light also co-starred in Ryan Murphy’s “Impeachment: American Crime Story” on FX, appeared in Lin Manuel Miranda’s film, tick, tick…Boom! for Netflix as well as “The Accidental Wolf,” created by Arian Moyad and now streaming on Topic. In addition to her current projects, Light starred in the anthology series “Manhunt: Deadly Games,” which can currently be found on Netflix, as well as Ryan Murphy’s Netflix series “The Politician,” and in the musical finale series of “Transparent,” Amazon Prime’s Golden Globe–winning show, created by Joey Soloway, for which Light received a Golden Globe nomination and multiple Emmy and Critics’ Choice nominations. Her role in Ryan Murphy’s “The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story” garnered her an Emmy nomination and Critics Choice nomination. In 2012 and 2013, Light won two consecutive Tony and Drama Desk awards for her performances in Other Desert Cities and The Assembled Parties; these two performances made her the first actress in nearly two decades to win consecutive Tony Awards. Light also received the 2019 Isabelle Stevenson Tony Award for her extensive philanthropy work. She was also recently awarded the Excellence in Media Award from GLAAD in May 2022. Light sits on the board of directors of the MCC Theater in New York. </
S4 E145 · Thu, December 12, 2024
Wicked's Broadway Music Director Dan Micciche 'Conducts' with Kindness
WICKED's Broadway Music Director and Conductor Dan Micciche joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss kindness during the long-running theatrical blockbuster, starting out as a history-making performer in CHICAGO, his advice for actors auditioning for WICKED - oh - and, of course - we do touch on his teeny involvement in the WICKED movie! Dan Micciche is the current music director, conductor of WICKED on Broadway and has been with the show for over 10 years - including the national and international tours. He was recently inducted as a member of the Grammy's Recording Academy this year. Prior to WICKED, Dan began his acting career as the youngest actor to play Mary Sunshine in CHICAGO for 2000 performances on Broadway as well as the national tour, Japanese, Alaskan and Thailand companies. He is one of the other performers to sing solo and conduct at The Kennedy Center. His TV / FILM work includes: WICKED (universal), The Tonight Show - with Jimmy Falon, 2021 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade, Good Morning America, Cake Boss. Concert work: Soloist at Carnegie Hall/ The Kennedy Center: Bernstein’s MASS. Recordings: Bernstein’s MASS (Grammy nom 08’) During 2021, Dan started a company that brings Broadway into your home, company or event. For more on Dan: danmiccichemusic.com/coaching and broadwayconcerts.com Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul youtube.com/@artofkindnesspodcast Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Got kindness tips or stories? Want to just say hi? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S4 E144 · Mon, December 09, 2024
Wicked Movie Director Jon M. Chu Makes Movie Magic with Kindness
Wicked movie director Jon M. Chu joins The Art of Kindness podcast with Robert Peterpaul to discuss being a kind leader on set, acts of kindness from Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, his spellbinding memoir Viewfinder and more. Rejoicify - this is a thought-provoking chat filled with STAR-studded surprise guests! Jon M. Chu is known for his visually stunning blockbuster films, as well as his kinetic work across various genres from groundbreaking series to commercials and films. Additionally, his unique storytelling ability has earned him the honor of inclusion on the Hollywood Reporter’s Power 100 list as well as Variety’s New Hollywood Leaders. Most recently, Chu directed Universal Pictures’ critically acclaimed WICKED, starring Oscar-nominated actress Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande. Part 1 of the feature-film adaptation of the record-breaking musical phenomenon released in theaters on November 22 and quickly became a box-office hit, becoming the highest-grossing Broadway adaption in domestic box office history in its second week earning over $350 million globally. His memoir, Viewfinder, is his journey from growing up in the Silicon Valley to transitioning to Hollywood and helming major studio projects, released Summer 2024. The book is an uplifting tale of belonging, creativity and learning to see who you truly are. His recent projects include the critically acclaimed adaptation of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Tony Award-winning musical IN THE HEIGHTS for Warner Bros. Studios as well as the worldwide phenomenon CRAZY RICH ASIANS, which was nominated for numerous awards, including a SAG Award, a Golden Globe and PGA Award. It is one of the top 10 highest grossing romantic comedies of all time and the highest in a decade. It was also the first contemporary studio picture in more than 25 years to feature an all-Asian cast and opened a new chapter in Asian-American representation in Hollywood. Chu is in post-production on WICKED: PART TWO, which is set to release on November 21, 2025, and is attached to develop to direct the highly anticipated biopic for Britney Spears based on her memoir, The Woman in Me, with Universal. He is also in development on Dr. Seuss’ OH, THE PLACES YOU’LL GO! with Warner Bros and JJ Abrams’ Bad Robot, which will be his first animated film. His previous films include GI. JOE: RETALIATION, NOW YOU SEE ME 2, JUSTIN BIEBER’S NEVER SAY NEVER and many more representing over 1.3 billion dollars in the worldwide box office. Thank you to Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Ethan Slater, Michelle Yeoh and Simon Hayes for the special surprise, and to Welcome to Times Square for supporting our Big Apple dreams. Follow Jon: @jonmchu Follow us:
S4 E143 · Tue, December 03, 2024
Morgan Harper Nichols: Creating Kind Spaces & Healing Through Art
Acclaimed author and artist Morgan Harper Nichols ( All Along You Were Blooming ) joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss: kindness through artistic spaces, the thoughtfulness of kindness, the kindness of memes and much more. Morgan Harper Nichols is an artist, writer, and creator based in Georgia. Diagnosed with autism, ADHD, and sensory processing disorder, Morgan’s work often explores themes of embracing life’s narrative and creating room to breathe. She began creating art and poetry in response to social media messages she received in 2017, and since then, her practice has expanded to include digital art, collage, coding, and 3D environments. Morgan is the creator of the app Storyteller and the online shop Garden24. Her WSJ bestselling book, All Along You Were Blooming, is one of several published works, and she currently serves as Vice President on the board of TWLOHA, a mental health organization. Morgan is passionate about the intersection of art, storytelling, and health, and her long-term goal is to teach and develop resources that explore how we create and interact with narratives in our lives. L Morgan Lee's "Reaching for Help from Drowning" Fundraiser: https://www.gofundme.com/f/reaching-for-help-from-drowning Follow Morgan: @morganharpernichols Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul youtube.com/@artofkindnesspodcast Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Got kindness tips or stories? Want to just say hi? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bonus · Mon, November 25, 2024
Rosie Perez, Sherri Saum, Kate Reinders & More Advocate for Foster Youth: You Gotta Believe Gala
Happy Thanksgiving week, friends! Join The Art of Kindness podcast live from You Gotta Believe's 10th Anniversary Fundraiser in NYC for older foster kids. Host Robert Peterpaul chats with: Emmy-nominee Rosie Perez, Sherri Saum (The Fosters, Locke & Key), Charlene Tilton (Dallas), Kate Reinders (High School Musical the Musical: The Series, Wicked), Tony Award-winner J. Harrison Ghee (Some Like It Hot), meteorologist Janice Huff (NBC 4 New York), Jenna Leigh Green (Sabrina the Teenage Witch, Wicked), Alex Temple Ward (Frozen), Anika Larsen (Almost Famous, Beautiful), and hosts Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley Jackson. You Gotta Believe (YGB) exists for one reason... to work toward the day when no young person leaves foster care without the unconditional lifetime commitment of a family. Our goal is to find youth permanent families so that they have the support system they need to live safely and to their highest potential. You Gotta Believe is a national organization based in New York City that focuses exclusively on finding permanent families for older youth in foster care. Since 1995, YGB has worked tirelessly to ensure that no child ages out of the foster care system without the support, love, and stability of a family. Today, nearly 400,000 children are in foster care in the U.S., with around 20,000 aging out annually. Without the stability of a family, these young people face higher risks of homelessness, unemployment, and other hardships. YGB is committed to changing that reality. Since 1995, YGB has trained thousands of parents, licensed over 750 families, and facilitated nearly 400 adoptions of older youth, offering lifelong support to ensure family permanence. For more: yougottabelieve.org Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul youtube.com/@artofkindnesspodcast Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Got kindness tips or stories? Want to just say hi? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bonus · Thu, November 21, 2024
Marissa Jaret Winokur, Kerry Butler & Laura Bell Bundy (Mama I'm A Big Girl Now Opening Night)
Tony Award Winner Marissa Jaret Winokur ( Hairspray ), Tony Nominee Kerry Butler ( Xanadu ) and Tony Nominee Laura Bell Bundy ( Legally Blonde ) celebrate 20 years of broadway hits, motherhood, and lifelong friendship with their new show Mama I'm A Big Girl Now ! Join The Art of Kindness podcast LIVE from the red carpet at New World Stages in New York City, as Robert Peterpaul chats with: the aforementioned starry trio, and VIP guests like Andrew Rannells ( Book of Mormon ), Grammy-winning songwriters Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman and more. Get your tickets to Mama I'm A Big Girl Now before it dances away! Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul youtube.com/@artofkindnesspodcast Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Got kindness tips or stories? Want to just say hi? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S4 E140 · Mon, November 18, 2024
Pop Star Betty Who is "Just Trying to Spread the Love"
Pop star Betty Who joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss the kindness of meeting people where they're at, the joy of Britney Spears, acts of kindness from Kylie Minogue, self-love while on tour and more under the kindness umbrella. Thank you for being you, Betty! BETTY WHO : If you need to know anything about Australian-American pop trailblazer Betty Who, it's that she is a survivor. Born Jessica Newham in Sydney, Australia, the classically trained singer, dancer, and multi-instrumentalist has experienced practically every dimension of pop cultural visibility: going viral with her 2014 single "Somebody Loves You," soundtracking Netflix's QUEER EYE reboot with "All Things," forming deep ties with foundations like GLAAD and the Trevor Project and becoming an LGBTQ+ icon due to her infectious, always-inclusive artistry. Rediscovering her power as an independent artist, Betty Who kicked off her latest, most triumphant chapter on her fourth studio album, Big, which she wrote in its entirety. Betty explores self-love and acceptance on songs like "She Can Dance," the power of female friendship on "I Can Be Your Man," and career perseverance on the joyous "Blow Out My Candle." Now my theater lovers, you may really know Betty from when she made her Broadway debut as Persephone in the Tony Award-winning show HADESTOWN in 2023. We discuss this, her amazing perspective on kindness in the arts and so much more of course. It’s a special conversation! I LOVED hanging with Betty and I hope you enjoy hanging with us both for a little bit. Heineken Open Your World Ad Follow Betty: @bettywho Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul youtube.com/@artofkindnesspodcast Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Got kindness tips or stories? Want to just say hi? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bonus · Thu, November 14, 2024
KQ. It's like an IQ, but kinder.
Happy World Kindness Week! Our friends at the phenomenal (and uber kind) nonprofit) kindness.org gave Robert the honor of guest hosting a very special episode of their Why Kindness? podcast. See their show notes below! Guest host Robert Peterpaul (The Art of Kindness) takes the host seat this week to speak with kindness.org CEO & Co-Founder Jaclyn Lindsey, as well as the Kindlab team- Dr. Oliver Scott Curry & Dr. Chloe San Miguel about the org & the science of kindness. Tune in as they introduce a groundbreaking kindness measurement tool (KQ) and engage in a little friendly competition. It's World Kindness Week. Do you know your KQ? Visit kindness.org/KQ to get your KQ today! This podcast is one of the many ways we live out our organization's mission to educate and inspire people to choose kindness. Visit our site kindness.org and sign up to become a part of our global community which spans more than 100 countries. It's free to join and when you do you'll be the first to get access to our latest research, tools, and even episodes of this podcast. Let's build a kinder world, together. Contact us at podcast@kindness.org or on social at @kindnessorg. Important links from this week's episode: kindness.org kindness.org/kq Credits Host: Robert Peterpaul Guests: Jaclyn Lindsey, Dr. Oliver Scott Curry, Dr. Chloe San Miguel Producer: Melissa Malone Music Composition: Chris Christiana Design: Ben Gibson, Christine Do, Smithfield Studio Transcript available at this link. https://why-kindness.simplecast.com/episodes/team-kindness/transcript Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S4 E138 · Mon, November 11, 2024
Young Sheldon's Iain Armitage is Never Fully Dressed Without a Smile
Young Sheldon star Iain Armitage joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul for our season four premiere! Welcome back and happy World Kindness Week, friends! The actor discusses the curiosity of kindness onset and in life, the legacy of Young Sheldon , working with legends like Meryl Streep and Nicole Kidman, and much more in this delightful episode. IAIN ARMITAGE is most recognized for his role as the title character in the hit CBS comedy YOUNG SHELDON , the prequel to THE BIG BANG THEORY which wrapped its 7th and final season in May 2024. He was nominated for a Critic’s Choice Award for Lead in a Comedy Series and in 2018 he received a Teen Choice Award nomination for his portrayal in the Breakout TV Star category. Iain first burst onto the scene appearing as Shailene Woodley's son, Ziggy Chapman, in the HBO series and cultural phenomenon, BIG LITTLE LIES. He reprised his role in the second season and was nominated at the SAG awards with the cast for Best Ensemble in 2019. On film, he has appeared with Jane Fonda and Robert Redford in OUR SOULS AT NIGHT for Netflix, in THE GLASS CASTLE for Lionsgate with Woody Harrelson and opposite JK Simmons and Mandy Moore in independent film IM NOT HERE. Iain can also be heard as the voice of Young Shaggy in Scooby Doo animated feature origin story, SCOOB!, and can be heard as the voice of lead pup Chase in Paramount’s animated PAW PATROL feature. A special thank you to the nonprofit Matt's Kindness Ripples On for awarding us their Kindness Grant + Annie Potts for participating in our kindness surprise! Learn more about your KQ at kindness.org . Follow Iain: @iain Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul youtube.com/@artofkindnesspodcast Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bonus · Mon, October 07, 2024
Beanie Feldstein, Kevin McHale, Noah Galvin & More Live from Kennedy Center's Spelling Bee P-R-E-S-S Day!
The Art of Kindness podcast returns for a positively D-E-L-I-G-H-T-F-U-L bonus episode LIVE from press day in NYC of the Kennedy Center's The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. Host Robert Peterpaul talks with the all-star cast, including: Kevin McHale (Glee, American Horror Stories) as William Barfee, Philippe Arroyo (& Juliet, Aladdin) as Chip Tolentino, Alex Joseph Grayson (Parade, Into the Woods), Noah Galvin (Dear Evan Hansen, Booksmart) as Leaf Coneybear, Leana Rae Concepcion (Merrily We Roll Along) as Marcy Park, Beanie Feldstein (Drive-Away Dolls, Booksmart) as Logan Schwartzandgrubenierre, Nina White (Queen of Versailles, Kimberly Akimbo) as Olive Ostrovsky, Taran Killam (Spamalot, Saturday Night Live) as Vice Principal Douglas Panch and Tony Award® winner Bonnie Milligan (Kimberly Akimbo, Encores! Titanic) as Rona Lisa Peretti. Directed and choreographed by Danny Mefford (Kimberly Akimbo, Dear Evan Hansen) with musical direction by Roberto Sinha (New York, New York; Hamilton), Spelling runs at The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts from October 11 - 20. Click here for more I-N-F-O! Special shoutout to Broadway Podcast Network sound wizard Sarah Goodman. Hear you soon! Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul youtube.com/@artofkindnesspodcast Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E136 · Mon, August 12, 2024
Director Paul Feig (Bridesmaids, Jackpot): Kindness on Set
Prolific director Paul Feig ( Bridesmaids , A Simple Favor ) joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul season 3 finale to discuss creating kind environments on set, his hilarious new film Jackpot starring Awkwafina, John Cena and Simu Liu (who surprises him), championing female-driven roles, Bridesmaids the musical and more. Paul Feig is a DGA-winning and Emmy-nominated filmmaker, writer, producer, author, and founder of production company Feigco Entertainment. He most recently served as the director, producer, and co-writer of The School for Good and Evil , which debuted as the #1 film on Netflix in 88 countries worldwide upon release. Up next, Feig directed and produced the action-comedy film Jackpot starring John Cena, Awkwafina and Simu Liu for Amazon MGM Studios, which will be released on August 15, 2024. Additionally, he recently wrapped production on A Simple Favor 2, a sequel to the 2018 thriller of the same name. He has a proven track record of films that have grossed over one billion dollars worldwide including Bridesmaids, Last Christmas, The Heat, Ghostbusters, Spy, and A Simple Favor . Feig created and launched his own award-winning gin brand, Artingstall’s., which won Best Gin and Double Gold at the 2019 WSWA competition, and a cocktail book titled “Cocktail Time!” that was released by William Morrow. Follow Paul: @paulfeig Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul youtube.com/@artofkindnesspodcast Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E135 · Mon, August 05, 2024
Emmy Winner & Tony Nominee Kevin Del Aguila (Little Shop of Horrors): Feed Me Kindness!
Emmy winner and Tony-nominee Kevin Del Aguila joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss joining the cast of Little Shop of Horrors, backstage antics , writing children's television with kindness, his viral Some Like It Hot moment and more. Kevin Del Aguila currently plays Mr. Mushnik in Little Shop of Horrors . He received a Tony nomination and a Drama Desk Award for his performance as Osgood in Some Like It Hot on Broadway. Other Broadway credits: Frozen (Oaken), Peter and the Starcatcher (Smee), Rocky (everybody in Philadelphia). Off-Broadway: Love’s Labour’s Lost (Shakespeare in the Park), Jacques Brel, God Bless You Mr. Rosewater (Encores!). Film/TV: “Peg+Cat,” “Law & Order: SVU,” “Deadbeat” and Disney’s Frozen. In his spare time, Kevin is an Emmy-winning TV writer, lyricist for the stage and screen, and book-writer of the musicals Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Dog Man, Madagascar and Altar Boyz. Follow Kevin: @kevinoftheeagle Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul youtube.com/@artofkindnesspodcast Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bonus · Mon, July 29, 2024
Olympian Laurie Hernandez Shares Self-Kindness Checklist [Summer Rewind]
Olympic Gold Medalist Laurie Hernandez joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss her self-kindness checklist and much more. This interview was originally recorded in July of 2021. Laurie Hernandez Laurie Hernandez is a two-time Olympic medalist, earning gold and silver at the Olympic Games Rio 2016 as part of the Final Five US women's gymnastics team. During a break from competition, she authored two New York Times bestselling books and dazzled us on 'Dancing with the Stars.' Laurie is also a UNICEF USA Ambassador, advocating for children's rights and well-being. Now a retired gymnast, Laurie serves as a commentator for this year's Olympics, bringing her expertise and insight to the sport she loves. She is a true beacon of light and an inspiration to all. Follow Laurie: @lauriehernandez Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul youtube.com/@artofkindnesspodcast Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E133 · Mon, July 22, 2024
Broadway's Noah J. Ricketts (The Great Gatsby) Gives the Greenlight on Kindness
Actor Noah J. Ricketts joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss playing Nick Carraway in The Great Gatsby with empathy, how an airbnb led to him signing on to Gatsby, kindness vs. niceness and much more. Noah J. Ricketts stars as Frankie in the Golden Globe, SAG and Critics Choice-nominated Showtime series “Fellow Travelers.” Additional TV/Film: “American Gods” (Starz), “High Fidelity” (Hulu); Summoning Sylvia. Broadway: Kristoff in Disney’s Frozen, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical and of course The Great Gatsby. Off-Broadway: Omar in To My Girls. CCM Graduate. @noahjrkts Follow Noah: @noahjrkts Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul youtube.com/@artofkindnesspodcast Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bonus · Mon, July 15, 2024
Tony-Winner Jessie Mueller (Beautiful, Waitress) Finds Strength in Kindness: Summer Rewind
Tony and Grammy Award-winner Jessie Mueller joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss her incredible career, how Chita Rivera changed her life with an act of kindness, navigating negative voices in her head when she’s recording an album or just in life, and much more. *This episode was originally recorded in July of 2023* Jessie Mueller is a Tony and Grammy Award-winning actress and singer. She was last seen on Broadway in Tracy Lett’s The Minutes. Other recent credits include the Kennedy Center’s Guys & Dolls, The Music Man, Julie Jordan in the Broadway revival of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Carousel (Tony & Grammy nominations, Drama Desk Award), originating the roles of both Jenna in Waitress, for which she received Tony, Drama Desk & Grammy noms, and Carole King in Beautiful - The Carole King Musical, for which she won Tony, Grammy & Drama Desk Awards. I saw her in Waitress and Beautiful and she was well… BEAUTIFUL! She’s done concert appearances at Carnegie Hall, Chicago’s Lyric Opera, and Jazz at Lincoln Center. Jessie is also no stranger to shining bright in the Film and Television world. You can watch her in Steven Spielberg’s The Post, Madam Secretary, Blue Bloods, Hulu’s Candy, and Lifetime’s Patsy & Loretta. Like Javier Munoz who was previously on the AOK (go listen if you haven’t already), Jessie is in the new musical concept album My Heart Says Go - which you can stream everywhere. Jessie is an Arts Education champion for groups such as Rosie’s Theatre Kids (rosiestheaterkids.org) and a long-time supporter of The Entertainment Community Fund (entertainmentcommunity.org) & Broadway Cares Equity Fights Aids (broadwaycares.org). Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E131 · Mon, July 01, 2024
Josh Groban Wants You to Believe in Yourself: Jimmy Awards 2024 [Live]
Happy July! Josh Groban and more stars chat with The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul live from the Jimmy Awards. Robert talks advice for dreamers, kindness tips and much more. Guests in this episode include: multi-platinum singer Josh Groban (Sweeney Todd), Back to the Future star Casey Likes, Dear Evan Hansen star Andrew Barth Feldman, Kenny Ortega ( High School Musical, Hocus Pocus ), Tony-winner James Monroe Iglehart, Telly Leung ( Aladdin ), Adam J. Levy ( Moulin Rouge ), Christopher Wheeldon ( MJ ), Ross Rayburn, Casting Director Stephanie Klapper, Jimmys directors Van Kapplan, Keisha LaLama and Jimmys alum: English Bernhardt ( Mean Girls ), Stephen Telsey ( Harmony ), Kendall Becerra, Langston Lee, Lauren Marchand, and Nicholas Barron. We also hear from "Inspiring Teacher" Award winners: Jacqueline McLean, Le Roy Jr. Sr. High School (Rochester, NY) and Paul Fillingim, Ronald Reagan High School (San Antonio, TX). The National High School Musical Theatre Awards ® (NHSMTA®) is a celebration of student achievement in high school musical theatre across the country culminating in the annual Jimmy Awards® ceremony. Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul youtube.com/@artofkindnesspodcast Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. This episode was edited by Carli Sanger. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bonus · Mon, June 24, 2024
Reflections on Self-Kindness with Nina West, Javier Muñoz & More [Pride Special]
In celebration of Pride month, join us as we reflect on some poignant moments from past The Art of Kindness podcast episodes. Free yourself to see yourself with stars Javier Muñoz ( Hamilton ), Nina West ( RuPaul's Drag Race ), Tony-winner J. Harrison Ghee ( Some Like It Hot ), TV producer Liz Tigelaar ( Little Fires Everywhere ), T. Oliver Reid ( Hadestown , Black Theatre Coalition), Broadway's Claybourne Elder ( Company ) and comedian Kalen Allen ( The Ellen Show ). We hope their stories empower you this month and beyond! Be sure to also check out the amazing work our friends at Born This Way Foundation are up to: https://bornthisway.foundation/ Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul youtube.com/@artofkindnesspodcast Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. This episode was edited by Carli Sanger. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bonus · Mon, June 17, 2024
Drama Desk Awards '24: Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer, Shaina Taub, Corbin Bleu & More Share Kindness Tips [Live]
Join The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul live from the 2024 Drama Desk Awards at NYU Skirball in New York City. The Drama Desk Awards, recognizing the best of Broadway, Off-Broadway, and Off-Off-Broadway, were hosted by Sutton Foster and Aaron Tveit ( Sweeney Todd ) with Stereophonic emerging as the most-winning production of the season. In this episode you'll hear from stars like Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer ( Spamalot ), Shaina Taub ( Suffs ), Corbin Bleu ( Little Shop , High School Musical ), Brody Grant ( The Outsiders ), Liam Pearce ( How to Dance in Ohio ), Cole Escola ( Oh, Mary! ), the cast and crew of Stereophonic and many more live from the red carpet. Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul youtube.com/@artofkindnesspodcast Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. This episode was edited by Carli Sanger. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bonus · Tue, May 28, 2024
Bernadette Peters, Debbie Allen & More Share Kindness Tips Live from Chita Rivera Awards
Happy dance! Join t he Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul live from the red carpet of the 2024 Chita Rivera Awards at the NYU Skirball Center for the Performing Arts in New York City, featuring Broadway legends like Bernadette Peters (ahh!). In this episode, you will hear Robert chat with: Golden Globe winner Debbie Allen ( Grey's Anatomy ), Norm Lewis, Diana Byer, David Peterson, Joe Laneteri, The Who's Tommy choreographer Lorin Latarro and star Ali Louis Bourzgui, Water for Elephants choreographers Jesse Rob and Shayna Carol, Marina Tamayo, The Outsiders dancer Tilly Evans-Krueger, Suffs choreographer Mayte Natalio, Hell's Kitchen stars Shoshanna Bean, Onyxx Noel and Timothy Edwards, choreographers Rick and Jeff Kuperman, iconic shoe designer Phil LaDuca, and Bernadette Peters, who received the evening's Lifetime Achievement Award. The Chita Rivera Awards is a star-studded annual event, recognizing dance and choreographic excellence on Broadway, Off-Broadway and in film. The evening nurtures an ongoing sense of community by honoring the past, celebrating the present and investing in the future generations. Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul youtube.com/@artofkindnesspodcast Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. This episode was edited by Carli Sanger. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E127 · Mon, May 20, 2024
Hannah Cruz's Kindness-Fueled Road to Suffs on Broadway
Suffs star Hannah Cruz joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to talk her Broadway debut, stage fright, self kindness, finding courage in seeing herself in media, a surprise from Jenn Colella and more. Hannah Cruz is thrilled to be making her Broadway debut. Off-Broadway: The Connector (Robin, MCC), Only Gold (Camille, MCC), Suffs (Ruza, The Public). Tour: Hamilton (IRNE Best Actress, Eliza), Bullets over Broadway (Ellen). Regional: The Da Vinci Code (American Premiere, Ogunquit Playhouse, Sophie Neveu) and Young Frankenstein (OP, Inga). Follow Hannah: @thisishannahcruz Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul youtube.com/@artofkindnesspodcast Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bonus · Thu, May 16, 2024
What Makes A Great Leader? Shoshana Bean, Nikki M. James, Michael Grief & More Live at New Dramatists Luncheon
Join The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul live from the New Dramatists 2024 luncheon at the New York Marriott Marquis honoring Tony-nominated director Michael Greif ( The Notebook , Dear Evan Hansen and Rent to credit a few). All proceeds benefited New Dramatists' resident playwrights and their work. In this order, Broadway star guests talk what makes a great leader, kindness tips and more: Tony-nominated Stereophonic stars Will Brill and Eli Gelb, Tony-nominated Hell's Kitchen Choreographer Camille A. Brown and star Shoshana Bean, The Who's Tommy star Allison Luff, Tony-nominated Appropriate star Corey Stoll, Tony-nominated Suffs star Nikki M. James, Tony-nominated The Outsiders director Danya Taymor and star Brody Grant. Ps. this just so happens to be coming out on my dear sister Julia's birthday - happy birthday! Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul youtube.com/@artofkindnesspodcast Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E125 · Mon, May 13, 2024
Broadway’s Jelani Remy (Back to the Future): French Toast, Pranks & Joy
Broadway star Jelani Remy joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to talk all things Back to the Future the musical, the joy of a good backstage prank and much more. Jelani Remy is a NJ native and Broadway performer known for shows like Ain't Too Proud The Life and Times of The Temptations and Disney’s The Lion King . The talent now lights up Broadway in the blockbuster musical Back to the Future as Goldie Wilson and Marvin Berry. His number Gotta Start Somewhere truly stops the show! For tickets and more: www.backtothefuturemusical.com Follow Jelani: @itsjelaniremy Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul youtube.com/@artofkindnesspodcast Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E124 · Mon, April 22, 2024
Francia Raisa Shares Life-Changing Act of Kindness, Future of How I Met Your Father & More
How I Met Your Father star Francia Raísa joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss her life-changing act of kindness to Selena Gomez, paying it forward with her new Modelo partnership and much more. Also, today is Earth Day - please be kind to the earth! FRANCIA RAISA recently starred in the hit Hulu sitcom HOW I MET YOUR FATHER which ran for 2 seasons. As an entrepreneur, Raisa shared her family salsa recipe with the world in partnership with the La Victoria brand which had a limited run before selling out in Fall of 2023. She can also be seen as ‘Ana Torres,’ a first-generation Cuban-American and roommate to Yara Shahidi’s ‘Zoey Johnson,’ on Freeform’s GROWN-ISH, the BLACK-ISH spinoff. Francia has come a long way from her first role as young cheerleader ‘Leti’ in the film BRING IT ON: ALL OR NOTHING. Continuing the development of her acting prowess in projects such as THE SECRET LIFE OF THE AMERICAN TEENAGER and Netflix’s DEAR WHITE PEOPLE, she’s been primed to tackle all that is ahead of her. In between roles that have won her awards such as a Gracie Award and La Femme Film Festival Rising Star, and nominations for Teen Choice, IMAGEN and an ALMA, Raisa is dedicated to assisting organizations dear to her heart like Unlikely Heroes, whose mission is to provide safe homes and restoration to victims of sex trafficking worldwide. Born and raised in Southern California, bi-lingual Raisa is of Honduran and Mexican decent. Modelo has partnered with Francia to celebrate the launch and expansion of Modelo Spiked Aguas Frescas , a line of vibrant, spiked, flavored malt beverages expanding to new markets across the country – and for the second year in a row, Modelo pays homage to the street vendors that helped inspire it and keep the beloved Mexican street drink tradition alive. Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul youtube.com/@artofkindnesspodcast Support the show! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E123 · Mon, April 15, 2024
Broadway’s Sherz Aletaha (Merrily We Roll Along): Solar Eclipse of the Heart
Sherz shares! Sherz Aletaha joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul on the day of the 2024 Solar Eclipse to talk all things making her Broadway debut in Merrily We Roll Along , meeting Meryl Streep, bringing her authentic self to every role and more. Sherz , which is pronounced like “more than one Cher,” is an Iranian American actor, singer, and vocal coach. Originally from Southern California, Sherz is based in Manhattan and is currently appearing in the hit Broadway revival of Stephen Sondheim and George Furth's Merrily We Roll Along alongside Jonathan Groff, Daniel Radcliffe, and Lindsay Mendez. She has been seen on stage at The Kennedy Center, Lincoln Center, Ars Nova, as Lalume in Kismet (directed by Lonny Price for the Santa Barbara Symphony), Aldonza in Man of La Mancha (Triad Stage), in Archetypes (Prospect Theater Company), Spring Alive (Dixon Place, cast album available) and the 2022 Off Broadway revival of Merrily We Roll Along (NYTW). She is frequently seen in concerts around New York City and is often part of readings and workshops of new and developing works at theater companies like Playwrights Horizon, The York, and Musical Theatre Factory. As a voice over artist, she has recorded work for Netflix and Age of Learning among others. Her on-camera work includes appearances on "Powerbook III: Raising Kanan," “The Detour,” “The First Wives Club,” “Three Trembling Cities,” “Wing Women,” "Insomnia," and numerous commercials. Follow Sherz: @morethanonecher Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul youtube.com/@artofkindnesspodcast Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E122 · Mon, April 08, 2024
Broadway's Chilina Kennedy (Beautiful): A Sign of the Times
Broadway star Chilina Kennedy joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss playing Carole King in Beautiful , acts of kindness throughout her life, her new Off-Broadway show A Sign of the Times and more. CHILINA KENNEDY most recently played Billie Jean King in Love All by Anna Deavere Smith. Broadway: Paradise Square , Beautiful: The Carole King Musical , and Jesus Christ Superstar . Film/TV: “The 2015 Kennedy Center Honors,” With Me . Other: The Band’s Visit (International Tour), This Ain’t No Disco (Atlantic Theater Company), Mamma Mia! (1st National Tour), A Gentleman’s Guide To Love And Murder . Chilina is the composer of the new musicals Wild About You and Silk , and is Artistic Producer of Eclipse Theatre Company. chilinakennedy.com A SIGN OF THE TIMES is a totally original story with such classic songs as “Downtown,” “Gimme Some Lovin’,” “Rescue Me,” and “I Know A Place,” plus dozens more, A SIGN OF THE TIMES explodes with the music you love and the spirit that shaped a generation—and our own. For tickets and more info: asignofthetimes.com . Follow Chilina: @chilinakennedy Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul youtube.com/@artofkindnesspodcast Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E121 · Mon, April 01, 2024
Mean Girls Star Jonathan Bennett's Broadway Dreams Come True in Spamalot
Mean Girls icon Jonathan Bennett joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to chat following your dreams no matter what, getting out of your own way, jumping into Spamalot on Broadway and more. This isn't an April Fool's joke! Jonathan Bennett skyrocketed to fame after playing heartthrob Aaron Samuels in "Mean Girls." The GLAAD Award winner and five-time nominee broke new ground at Hallmark Channel starring in and executive producing “The Holiday Sitter,” the network’s first gay-led romantic comedy. Fans have dubbed him “The Gay King of Christmas,” for his many hit holiday movies on the network including “The Christmas House” franchise and most recently, “Christmas on Cherry Lane.” The talented actor also hosts the ratings powerhouses “Halloween Wars” and “Cake Wars” on Food Network, “Times Square New Year’s Eve,” and “Battle of the Decades” on Discovery Plus. His work to bring more LGBTQ+ storylines to television and movies earned him the Equality Visibility Award. Other fan-favorite roles include taking on the iconic character Van Wilder in National Lampoon’s Van Wilder: Freshman Year, as Steve Martin’s antagonistic son-in-law in Cheaper By the Dozen 2, and roles on popular shows such as “Station 19,” “Law & Order: SVU,” “Fantasy Island,” and more. Get tickets to Spamalot and more at spamalotthemusical.com . Follow Jonathan: @jonathandbennett Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul youtube.com/@artofkindnesspodcast Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bonus · Thu, March 28, 2024
Award-winning Opera Singer Sharon Azrieli: An Aria of Arts Education, Philanthropy & Jewish Stories
World-renowned Opera Singer Sharon Azrieli joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss giving back to arts education, amplifying the Jewish community and more under the kindness sun. Sharon Azrieli is a philanthropist and award-winning opera singer. Born in Montreal, Sharon’s voice has soared around the world, gracing Carnegie Hall, the Metropolitan Opera, and the Opéra Bastille de Paris, to name a few. She’s recorded a string of albums, including her latest Secret Places: A Tribute to Michel LeGrand. Most importantly, Sharon is a passionate philanthropist for arts education. She sits on the boards of several organizations, including the Azrieli Foundation for which she created the Azrieli Music Prize to celebrate rising stars in music. Speaking of, the Azrieli Music Prizes , Sharon and the AMP are celebrating a decade of championing exceptional music creation in NYC with a very special concert. See Sharon shine alongside world-renowned talent on Thursday, March 28th at 7:30 PM in the Starr Theater of Alice Tully Hall, which is at the iconic Lincoln Center. More on Sharon: sharonazrieli.com Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul youtube.com/@artofkindnesspodcast Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bonus · Tue, March 26, 2024
The Notebook Musical Broadway Opening Carpet: Nicholas Sparks, Ingrid Michaelson & More
Bonus Episode Alert! Podcast history is being made - this is the first ever crossover episode event featuring Robert Peterpaul host of The Art of Kindness Podcast and Samantha Tuozzolo, co-host of Survival Jobs: A Podcast . Samantha and Robert are live on the opening night red carpet of The Notebook on Broadway asking cast, creative and attendees all about survival jobs and being kind! This bonus episode features interviews with the stars and production team of the show including Ingrid Michaelson, Bekah Brunstetter, Joy Woods, Ryan Vasquez, Maryann Plunkett, Dorian Harewood, Jordan Tyson, John Cardoza, and Andrea Burns to name a few. Plus we chat with attendees including the man who started it all, Nicholas Sparks. The Notebook is a new musical based on the best selling novel that inspired the iconic film. Allie and Noah , both from different worlds , share a lifetime of love despite the forces that threaten to pull them apart , in a deeply moving portrait of the enduring power of love. The Notebook is directed by Michael Greif ( Dear Evan Hansen, Next to Normal, RENT, Spring Awakening ) and Schele Williams ( The Wiz, Aida ) and features music and lyrics by multi-platinum singer-songwriter Ingrid Michaelson , book by Bekah Brunstetter (NBC ’ s This Is Us ) , and choreography by Katie Spelman. Buy tickets to the show here! Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul @survivaljobspod/ @sammytutz/ @jasonacoombs Support the shows! ( https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok ) ( www.buymeacoffee.com/SurvivalJobsPod ) Episode editor: Carli Sanger Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E118 · Mon, March 25, 2024
Tony Winner J. Harrison Ghee (Some Like It Hot): Free Yourself to See Yourself
Tony Award winner J. Harrison Ghee joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss their transformative Some Like It Hot journey, taking intentional time to rest and more. J. HARRISON GHEE won the 2023 Tony Award for Best Leading Actor in a Musical, making history as the first non-binary actor to be nominated and win in this category for their role as “Daphne/Jerry” in SOME LIKE IT HOT, a role which also garnered them Grammy, Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Awards, as well as Drama League and Chita Rivera Award nominations. Ghee was selected by Billy Porter to star as “Robyn/Kevin” on the hit FOX series ACCUSED, and previously played the series regular of “Kwame” on Netflix’s RAISING DION. On Broadway, they starred as “Lola” in KINKY BOOTS, created the role of “Andre Mayhem” in MRS. DOUBTFIRE, and have dazzled audiences in roles such as “Velma Kelly” in CHICAGO and “Johnny Hooker” in THE STING, opposite Harry Connick, Jr. To learn more about Maestra Music and get tickets to their Amplify 2024 event, please visit: maestramusic.org/amplify/ Follow J: @jharrisonghee Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul youtube.com/@artofkindnesspodcast Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E117 · Thu, March 21, 2024
Boop! The Musical Star Jasmine Amy Rogers: Amplifying Equity in the Arts
Performer Jasmine Amy Rogers joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss bringing icon Betty Boop to life onstage in Boop! The Musical , battling imposter syndrome, amplifying historically underrepresented voices and more this women's history month. Jasmine Amy Rogers (she/her) recently finished a run as the titular role of “Betty Boop” in the World Premiere of BOOP! THE MUSICAL at Chicago’s CIBC Theatre, directed by Jerry Mitchell. Prior to that she was seen as “Gretchen Wieners” in the First National Tour of MEAN GIRLS, “Melody Green” in Paper Mill Playhouse’s production of THE WANDERER, and as “Francis Bassey” in the world premiere of BECOMING NANCY, also directed by Jerry Mitchell, at the Alliance Theatre. On television she has appeared in EVIL on Paramount+. To learn more about Maestra Music 's Amplify 2024 and get tickets, please visit: maestramusic.org/amplify/ Follow Jasmine: @jasmine_amy_r Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E116 · Mon, March 18, 2024
Broadway’s John Cardoza: Healing Through The Notebook Musical
Broadway performer John Cardoza joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss playing young Noah in The Notebook the Musical and more. John Cardoza returns to Broadway with The Notebook , after originating Younger Noah in its world premiere production in Chicago. John starred as Christian in the National Tour of Moulin Rouge! The Musical and made his Broadway debut in the original cast of Alanis Morissette’s Jagged Little Pill. He received his BFA in Musical Theatre from the Boston Conservatory of Music. Follow John: @johnfcardoza Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E115 · Thu, March 07, 2024
Fado Singer Carminho (Poor Things): Kindness is the Perfume of a Good Person
Portuguese superstar Fado singer Carminho joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss her work on the Oscar-nominated film Poor Things with Emma Stone, the art of fado singing, kindness around the world and more. Carminho is a Portuguese superstar fado singer. Daughter of fado legend Teresa Siqueira, Carminho was immersed in music from a young age. Despite early interest in fado, she pursued a degree in marketing and traveled the world, returning with a newfound commitment to music. Her 2009 debut album "Fado" achieved platinum status and international recognition. Carminho has since released several critically acclaimed albums, most recently including "Portuguesa," which received a Latin Grammy nomination. Her captivating performances and deft storytelling has solidified her as the fado singer of her generation. In 2023, Carminho's trajectory continued to soar. She performed for the Pope, joined Coldplay onstage and had a cameo role in the Oscar-nominated film "Poor Things” starring Emma Stone. Follow Carminho: @carminho Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E114 · Mon, February 26, 2024
Broadway's Annaleigh Ashford & Joe Tapper (The White Chip) Embrace Kindness Through Acts of Service
Broadway power couple Annaleigh Ashford and Joe Tapper join The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss teaching kindness and empathy to their son, overcoming shame, self-care in the theatre and their seminal show The White Chip . ANNALEIGH ASHFORD is making her producing debut with The White Chip and believes in supporting plays that provide an act of service to the community. As an actor she has received a Tony, two Drama Desks, the Drama League, an Outer Critics Circle and Clarence Derwent Awards, Emmy and Grammy nominations. Broadway: Sweeney Todd, Sunday in the Park with George, You Can’t Take It With You, Sylvia, Kinky Boots, Hair, Legally Blonde, Wicked. Select TV: “American Crime Story,” “Welcome to Chippendales,” “B Positive,” “Masters of Sex.” She will soon begin production on the true crime drama series “Happy Face” for Paramount+, and will next star in Searchlight Pictures’ horror thriller, DUST, opposite Sarah Paulson and Ebon Moss-Bachrach. JOE TAPPER stars in The White Chip . Broadway: You Can’t Take It With You. Off Broadway: Manahatta, Socrates, Henry V (The Public Theater); The White Chip (59E59); A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Delacorte Theater); Gym at Judson; Cherry Lane Theatre; Mabou Mines/La MaMa. Regional: Shakespeare & Co., Berkshire Playwrights Lab, Huntington Theatre Company, Pioneer Theatre, Yale Repertory Theatre. TV: “Chicago Med,” “Blue Bloods,” “Masters of Sex,” “Odyssey,” “Brooklyn Taxi,” “Law & Order: SVU.” Training: Ithaca College BFA, Yale School of Drama MFA. Get tickets to The White Chip at whitechipplay.com . Recover Together at r ecovertogether.withgoogle.com . Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E113 · Mon, February 19, 2024
Isha Blaaker (Ava DuVernay's Origin): Kindness is Truthful
Isha Blaaker joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss his impactful new film Origin (based on Isabel Wilkerson's acclaimed book Caste ), working with Ava DuVernay and more. Isha Blaaker is an actor and model who was raised in the Netherlands. He broke into the entertainment industry as a model, starring in major international luxury brand campaigns for Hugo Boss, L’Oreal, Ralph Lauren, and an Estée Lauder to name just a few. As he became more known in the fashion world, he developed a love for a different art - acting. After making his mark on screen in Fear the Walking Dead and Tyler Perry’s A Madea Homecoming , Isha booked the incredibly important film we are here to spotlight today: Ava DuVernay’s Origin . Isha plays real-life trailblazing anthropologist Dr. Allison Davis in the sprawling drama, exploring the notion of caste in America. His character embarks on a landmark journey with his wife, portrayed by Jasmine Cephas Jones, from the segregated U.S. South to Nazi-era Berlin. Follow Isha: @ishablaaker Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bonus · Thu, February 15, 2024
Broadway Pep Talks from BeBe Winans, Laura Benanti, Shoshana Bean & More: Black Theatre Coalition Gala
Stars Laura Benanti, Shoshanna Bean, BeBe Winans and more joined The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul podcast to give you an audio pep talk and discuss the importance of building change this Black History Month. Join us live from Black Theatre Coalition's inaugural gala honoring the National Black Theatre at the Rainbow Room in New York City. Hear from: BTC co-founder Warren Adams, Chadwick Boseman's brother Kevin Boseman, Tony-winner Laura Benanti, Hell's Kitchen star Shoshanna Bean, Grammy-winner BeBe Winans, performer Anthony Wayne, Public Theatre's Alexa Smith, Broadway Stage Manager Cody Renard Richard and Jaja's African Hair Braiding director Whitney White. Learn more about the Black Theatre Coalition: blacktheatrecoalition.org Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E111 · Mon, February 12, 2024
World-Renowned Choreographer Alonzo King: The Kindness of Stillness
Acclaimed choreographer and dance Alonzo King joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss the power of stillness, how everyone can tap into their own creativity and much more. Alonzo King is a dancer, choreographer, teacher and true thought leader. Born in Georgia to civil rights activists and now thriving in San Francisco, Alonzo remains a beacon of artistic innovation and social consciousness, especially in the world. Founding Alonzo King LINES Ballet in 1982 and the San Francisco Dance Center in 1989, he has tirelessly championed the transformative potential of movement, believing that dance is a universal language capable of fostering human connection. With his choreography, King seamlessly blends classical technique with contemporary vision, captivating audiences with works that delve deep into the human experience. His impact extends globally, as his artistry enriches the repertoires of prestigious dance companies around the world. Recognized with accolades such as the Kennedy Center Master of Choreography and the Dance Magazine Award, he holds Honorary Doctorate Degrees from The Juilliard School, California Institute of the Arts, and Dominican University of California. Learn more about Alonzo King LINES Ballet: linesballet.org Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E110 · Mon, January 29, 2024
Broadway's Caesar Samayoa (How to Dance in Ohio): "Be Your Truest Self"
Broadway star Caesar Samayoa ( Come From Away ) joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss his heart-lifting new show How to Dance in Ohio , self care on Broadway and much more under the kindness sun. Caesar Samayoa is a performer who's been seen in the original broadway companies of Come From Away (Kevin J./Ali), Sister Act (Pablo), The Pee-wee Herman Show and now, How to Dance in Ohio ( Dr. Emilio Amigo). Off-Broadway/Regional credits include: Evita (Perón, A.R.T./STC); Los Otros (Carlos, A.R.T./New York); Love’s Labour’s Lost (Don Armado, The Delacorte Theater); Bernstein’s Mass (Carnegie Hall); Yale Rep, La Jolla Playhouse, Goodspeed Musicals, Tectonic Theater Project, Seattle Rep. Film/TV credits: Come From Away (Apple TV+); “Ray Donovan” (Showtime), “The Blacklist” (NBC). Awards: HOLA José Ferrer Tespis Award. Follow Caesar: @caesarsamayoa Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E109 · Mon, January 22, 2024
Jocelyn Shelfo (XO, Kitty / May December): 'Kindness is Thoughtfulness'
Netflix's XO, Kitty star Jocelyn Shelfo joins The Art Of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss working on a dude ranch, acts of kindness during her acting career, working alongside Natalie Portman and Julianne Moore in May December and more. Born and raised just outside Atlanta, GA, Jocelyn Shelfo began acting in high school. She soon found herself lighting up the screen. I first saw Jocelyn as spunky debutante Marissa on Amazon's The Summer I Turned Pretty. However, she is perhaps most known as the K-Pop loving, boarding school student Madison in Netflix's Xo, Kitty , the spinoff series of Jenny Han's To All The Boys I've Loved trilogy. Jocelyn also has a supporting role in a film buzzing through this awards season: May December starring Julianne Moore and Natalie Portman. Follow Jocelyn: @jocelyn.shelfo Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E108 · Mon, January 08, 2024
Percy Jackson and the Olympians Star Aryan Simhadri: The Magic & Kindness of Disney
Disney's Percy Jackson and the Olympians star Aryan Simhadri joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss playing Grover, positive moments on set with the cast and more. Aryan Simhadri is a performer with credits spanning stage and screen. A California native, the talent has been seen in films like Netflix and WWE’s The Main Event and television series such as NBC’s Will & Grace. The big mouse loves Aryan - huh huh! He’s been a part of many Disney projects over the years. Recently including, the Disney+ reboot of “Cheaper By The Dozen” alongside Zach Braff and Gabrielle Union, and Spin , the first Disney Channel Original Movie to feature a Southeast Asian-Indian lead cast. Aryan also starred in a filmed version of the off-Broadway production of Trevor: The Musical , which was later released on Disney+. He got to flex his improv skills when he was cast on Disney’s “Just Roll With It” and has carved out a vibrant voiceover career, with credits like Disney’s Mira, The Royal Detective. While we’re on the Disney monorail here, we should probably park to talk about Aryan’s biggest role to date: He plays the ‘Grover’ in the Disney+ series “Percy Jackson and the Olympians,” based on the popular “Percy Jackson” novels by Rick Riordan, which I used to devour growing up. Grover is considered the empathetic “heart of the series,” making him a wonderful character to break down on the AOK. Follow Aryan: @aryansimhadri Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E107 · Mon, December 18, 2023
Holiday Kindness Tips with Born This Way Foundation's Mariah Karis
Born This Way Foundation Program Associate Mariah Karis joins Robert Peterpaul of The Art of Kindness podcast to brainstorm kindness tips for the holiday season and new year, plus discuss the transformative work being done to create a kinder world at Lady Gaga's nonprofit. Born This Way Foundation , co-founded and led by Lady Gaga and her mother, Cynthia Bissett Germanotta, supports youth mental health and works with young people to build a kinder and braver world. Through youth-driven research, programs, and strategic partnerships, Born This Way Foundation aims to make kindness cool, validate the emotions of young people, and eliminate the stigma surrounding mental health. Born This Way Foundation’s programs include #BeKind365, Channel Kindness, the Be There Certificate, and Please Stay – all aimed at connecting young people (and anyone!) with resources to build communities that understand, prioritize, and foster good mental health. Learn more at bornthisway.foundation. Mariah Karis is a Program Associate for Born This Way Foundation, where she helps assist with Channel Kindness, Please Stay, and other programs. Previously, she has worked for Missoula Children’s Theatre, traveling and teaching over 3,000 youth around the U.S. and world a musical theatre production in a week. A recent University of Montana graduate in Journalism and Entertainment Management, and a Blackstone Launchpad/Future Founders Fellow, Mariah launched her small business, The Giddy Thrifter, in the summer of 2021 and went on to place in three collegiate pitch contests, most recently winning third as the only woman semi-finalist in the traditional venture category of MSU50k. Originally from small-town Wisconsin, Mariah is passionate about the arts, female entrepreneurship, and creating a world where kindness and mental health awareness is at the heart of all that is done. You can follow Mariah on Instagram at @mariahkaris. Got kindness tips or stories? Email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com More on BTWF: bornthisway.foundation Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bonus · Thu, December 14, 2023
Harmony's Broadway Opening: Skylar Astin, Tovah Feldshuh & More Share Kindness Tips & Corny Jokes
Join The Art of Kindness podcast LIVE from Harmony's opening night on Broadway as Robert Peterpaul shares positive chats with guests on the show, cheesy jokes and, of course, kindness. Tune in for interviews with star guests Skyla Astin ( Pitch Perfect ), Tovah Feldshuh ( Funny Girl ), and Montego Glover ( Into the Woods ), as well as the stars of Harmony on Broadway: Chip Zien, Sierra Boggess, Julie Benko, Sean Bell, Danny Kornfeld, Zal Owen, Eric Peters, Blake Roman, Steven Telsey, Allison Semmes, Andrew O’Shanick, Zak Edwards, Dan Hoy, Bruce Landry, RhonniRose Mantilla, Daniel Z. Miller, Benjamin H. Moore, Matthew Mucha, Constantine Pappas, Kayleen Seidl, Kyla Stone, Bronwyn Tarboton, Kate Wesler, Stuart Zagnit, and Lee Zarrett. Also featuring Producers Tom D'Angora, Michael D'angora and performer Maya Days ( Aida ). Harmony is an original musical, from Barry Manilow and Bruce Sussman, based on the true story of the musical group, The Comedian Harmonists. The six-membered German vocal group rose to popularity in the late 1920s only to be completely erased from history because it featured Jewish members. Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Episode editor: Carli Sanger Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E106 · Mon, December 11, 2023
Holiday Re-Release: Broadway Star Lesli Margherita (Matilda, Who's Holiday)
[Re-release] Revisit a cheerful chat from our Christmas Archive! Join The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul for a sparkling season one finale with Broadway star Lesli Margherita! Lesli talks kindness on Broadway, how she connects with her villainous roles like Mrs. Wormwood in Matilda , hacking self tape auditions in quarantine, growing up on a cattle ranch (where she performed Sondheim with cows), and a whole lot more. Plus, stay tuned for your final kindness tip of 2021 with special guest Cassie Carroll! Lesli Margherita is an Olivier Award-winning performer who earned the aforementioned award on the West End in Zorro . She made her Broadway debut in the original cast of Matilda in 2013, getting LOUD as the ICONIC and devilishly dazzling Mrs. Wormwood. She more recently appeared in Dames at Sea on Broadway and Off-Broadway in the one-woman show Who's Holiday , where she played a grown up Cindy Lou Who and then the musical Emojiland , as The Princess emoji. She's also got tons of incredible onscreen credits, from starting out in FAME LA to new movie The Many Saints of Newark to The Fairly OddParents reboot on Paramount! Thank you all for listening and being a part of our kindness community! Audio hugs all around, friends. Got kindness tips or stories? Email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Lesli: @queenlesli Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E104 · Mon, December 04, 2023
Broadway's Nik Walker (Spamalot, Hamilton): 'The pursuit is the point'
Broadway star Nik Walker ( Hamilton ) joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss kindness in the theatre, the sparkling "mishap" this is his new bway show Spamalot , holding space for others, Batman and more. About Nik Walker: Nik Walker is a Boston native, theme park nerd, NYU professor, and NYU Tisch alumni (Adler, Classical and Stonestreet), who’s been earning a living in “The Industry” for a decade and counting. He’s been seen on Broadway as Aaron Burr in Hamilton, Otis Williams in Ain’t Too Proud, and as Sir Galahad in the revival of Spamalot; onscreen in Blue Bloods, Law and Order SVU, and in the upcoming AppleTV+ film The Instigators, alongside his hometown hero Matt Damon. Cleaners, the animated series that he created and wrote with writing partner Alex Brightman, is in development at Warner Bros. Animation, and his musical Whiskeyland, is in workshops after a successful breakout performance at Orlando Fringe. He is the co-host of the arts/activism show The Chaos Twins, and his movie podcast, Little Justice, is streaming wherever podcasts are imbibed. Follow Nik: @nikkywalks Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E103 · Mon, November 27, 2023
Broadway Star Andrew Keenan-Bolger (Newsies, Dracula): "Kindness is a practice"
Broadway star Andrew Keenan-Bolger (Newsies) joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss his new show Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors , acts of kindness in the theatre, navigating social media as an artist and much more. More about ANDREW KEENAN BOLGER: Broadway: Jesse Tuck in Tuck Everlasting (Drama League Award nominee), Crutchie in Newsies (Outer Critics Circle nominee), Mary Poppins, Seussical, Beauty and the Beast, A Christmas Carol. 1st Nat'l Tours: Spelling Bee, How The Grinch Stole Christmas. Off-Broadway: Seven Deadly Sins. TV: The Undoing, The Blacklist, The Other Two, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Nurse Jackie, Looking. Film: The Rewrite, Marci X, Upcoming: On Swift Horses, V13. Co-creator of the series Submissions Only. Co-author of the book series Jack & Louisa (Penguin Random House). @KeenanBlogger More about " DRACULA, THE PODCASTULA ": Broadway Podcast Network has launched Broadway’s first ever weekly companion podcast, “Dracula, The Podcastula,” hosted by Andrew Keenan-Bolger. A first of its kind for theater, this companion podcast allows fans to uncover behind-the-scenes content about the creation of a Broadway show, and the ever-changing life on stage in New York. Episodes will cover topics including navigating the 8 show-a-week grind, the actors maintaining their humor, keeping the show fresh, on and off stage mishaps, questions from fans, and more. The podcast was developed by Keenan-Bolger and Broadway Podcast Network co-founder and CTO, Alan Seales. Follow Andrew: @keenanblogger Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E102 · Mon, November 20, 2023
Tony Winner James Monroe Iglehart (Aladdin, Spamalot): What a Wonderful (& Bright) World!
Tony-winning Broadway star James Monroe Iglehart (Disney's Aladdin ) sits down with The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul podcast to discuss how kindness has led to opportunities as a performer, his new shows What A Wonderful World and Spamalot , plus much more. James Monroe Iglehart is a multi-award-winning actor of stage and screen. You may have seen him light up Broadway in shows like Hamilton , where he played the dual roles of Lafayette and Jefferson, Chicago as Billy Flynn, and the Broadway hit Freestyle Love Supreme . Of course, James is perhaps best known for his Tony Award-winning performance as the Genie in Disney's Aladdin on Broadway. The California native has been booked and busy this season, starring as Louis Armstrong in the new musical A Wonderful World and then going straight into the Broadway revival of Spamalot . James plays King Arthur in the musical comedy lovingly ripped off from the film classic Monty Python and the Holy Grail . We, of course, dive into both of these shows! On screen, you may have seen James in series like “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel”, “Maniac”, “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt” or "Sesame Street", and films like “Disenchanted.” He has also voiced many animated characters in shows like Disney’s “Rapunzel’s Tangled Adventures” and “DuckTales”, as well as “Blues Clues.” Fun fact: James is a self proclaimed comic book nerd who has written three comic book stories for Marvel Comics and co-hosts the Marvel Comic podcast “This Week in Marvel” on SiriusXM. When he’s not on stage, he’s usually watching pro wrestling or Disney+ while chilling out with his wife of over 20 years, Dawn. Follow James: @jmiglehart Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bonus · Thu, November 16, 2023
Sierra Boggess, Julie Benko & Allison Semmes: Harmony on Broadway's Leading Ladies (Opening Night)
Join The Art of Kindness live from opening night of Harmony on Broadway as Robert Peterpaul chats with the show's trio of leading ladies: Sierra Boggess ( The Little Mermaid ), Julie Benko ( Funny Girl ) and Allison Semmes ( Motown the Musical ). Harmony is an original musical, from Barry Manilow and Bruce Sussman, based on the true story of the musical group, The Comedian Harmonists. The six-membered German vocal group rose to popularity in the late 1920s only to be completely erased from history because it featured Jewish members. More on Harmony: harmonyanewmusical.com Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E100 · Mon, November 13, 2023
Carol Burnett: A Legacy of Kindness (100th Episode Spectacular)
Tv and film legend Carol Burnett joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul for our 100th episode extravaganza! The Carol Burnett Show powerhouse calls in to discuss all things kindness: including life-changing acts of kindness throughout her life and career, and what her golden advice for the world. What can be said of the beloved icon Carol Burnett that hasn’t been said? Carol is, of course, an award-winning actress, producer, comedic genius and best-selling author, widely recognized for her work in Broadway shows like Once Upon A Mattress, films like Annie and television, most notably The Carol Burnett Show. Named in 2007 by TIME magazine as one of “100 Best Television Shows of All Time,” The Carol Burnett Show ran for 11 years, averaged 30 million viewers per week, and received 25 Emmy Awards, making it one of the most honored shows in television history. It put Carol and her friends opposite legendary guest stars like Lucille Ball, Betty White, Cher, and her good friend Julie Andrews. Carol’s remarkable journey to stardom started with humble beginnings. Born in San Antonio, Texas, in 1933, she was predominantly raised by her mother and grandmother. The family moved to a less-than-glamorous part of Hollywood in the late 1930s, seeking a better life and eventually putting Carol in the halls of Hollywood High School. As time went by, the family’s modest means made going to college a far away dream for Carol. However two acts of kindness soon intervened and changed her path forever… which, of course, we discuss in today’s conversation. Carol now has a permanent steak in the grounds of Los Angeles, with the intersection of Highland Ave. and Selma directly adjacent to Hollywood High School, named Carol Burnett Square. This is merely one accolade the star has racked up over the years. As a highly acclaimed actress, Carol has been honored with Emmys, Golden Globes, People’s Choice Awards, the Peabody, a Grammy, a SAG Lifetime Achievement Award. and many more. She is a Kennedy Center Honoree, the recipient of the Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize for Humor and the Presidential Medal of Freedom; was inducted into the Television Hall of Fame, and has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. In 2019, the Hollywood Foreign Press Association created The Carol Burnett Award which is an honorary Golden Globe to celebrate outstanding contributions to television on or off the screen. Offscreen, Carol enjoys spending time with her husband Brian, her two daughters Jody and Erin, her grandsons, and her cat, Nikki. As a passionate supporter of the arts and education, she established several scholarships around the country, including the Carol Burnett Musical Theatre Competition at her alma mater, UCLA, and the Carrie Hamilton Foundation, to honor her daughter’s memory. A major thank you to our 100th episode sponsors: Schmackary's Cookies , <a h
S3 E99 · Mon, October 30, 2023
Bette Midler's Halloween Bash with Chloe Bailey, Myles Frost & More: Live Halloween Special
Join The Art of Kindness podcast live from New York City's most worthwhile Halloween events, including Bette Midler and New York Restoration Project's Hulaween! Host Robert Peterpaul gives you a glimpse inside the event and then is on the carpet with stars: Grammy-nominee Chloe Bailey, Tony-winner Myles Frost ( MJ: The Musical ), Rupaul’s Drag Race alum Thorgy Thor, and media persona and fellow podcaster Bruce Bozzi. New York Restoration Project: At New York Restoration Project (NYRP), we believe that everyone deserves access to high-quality public green space. Over 1.6 million New Yorkers live within 10 blocks of an NYRP park or garden. Since our founding in 1995 by Bette Midler, we have been making clean, green open space accessible to all New Yorkers by planting trees, renovating gardens and restoring parks in communities across the five boroughs with the greatest need for access to nature. To learn more please visit www.nyrp.org. I Put A Spell On You: The Witches Era : The Sanderson Sisters bewitched Sony Hall as part of Jay Armstrong Johnson’s annual Halloween concert-meets-party benefiting Ali Forney Center. Audiences can stream the spooktacular at Broadway on Demand through November 1. Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E98 · Mon, October 02, 2023
Tony-winning Pasadena Playhouse's Danny Feldman: Regional Theatre Spotlight
Pasadena Playhouse Producing Artistic Director Danny Feldman joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss what makes his Tony-winning theatre so special, the power and future of regional theatre, artistic communities and more. Pasadena Playhouse, the official State Theater of California and recipient of the 2023 Regional Theatre Tony Award, is one of the most prolific theaters in the country. The Playhouse has staged thousands of original productions since its founding in 1917 including premieres of works by Tennessee Williams, Eugene O’Neill, Suzan Lori Parks and hundreds more. For decades, its pioneering School for Theater Arts was a training ground for actors and theatermakers who went on to make significant contributions to the entertainment industry. Under the leadership of Producing Artistic Director Danny Feldman since 2016, Pasadena Playhouse’s productions and community programs are centered on its founding idea of being a living force in its community, making theater for everyone. Find out more on Pasadena Playhouse: www.pasadenaplayhouse.org Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E97 · Mon, September 18, 2023
Broadway's Daniel Yearwood (Sweeney Todd, Hamilton): Kindness is Hopeful
Broadway star Daniel Yearwood joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss stepping into the Tony-winning sensation that is Stephen Sondheim's Sweeney Todd starring Josh Groban, acts of kindness, lessons from his time in Hamilton and more. Daniel Yearwood is a born and raised New Yorker who fell in love with performing at a young age. He burst onto the Broadway with Once on This Island and gained much recognition for his portrayal of John Laurens / Philip Hamilton in Hamilton . Daniel is now waltzing down Fleet Street in the hit Tony-winning revival of Sweeney Todd . He plays the ever-hopeful and in love ANT-O-KNEE Hope, opposite the titular Josh Groban and Annaleigh Ashford. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Daniel @daniel.j.yearwood Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E96 · Mon, August 28, 2023
Broadway's Adrianna Hicks (Some Like It Hot): "We are designed for love"
Broadway star Adrianna Hicks joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss acts of kindness during her Tony-winning new musical Some Like It Hot , the delights of working with Christian Borle and J Harrison Ghee, lessons learned from Jennifer Holiday during The Color Purple , self-kindness and so much more. Adrianna Hicks fell in love with performing at a young age, singing in church choirs in Texas. The musical theatre bug bit her bad in high school, prompting her to study it at University of Oklahoma. After racking up a slew of regional credits and tours under her belt, Adrianna made her Broadway debut in 2015 as a swing in The Color Purple. You’ll find out during our discussion that this was truly a magical full circle moment. She went on to perform in Aladdin on Broadway and more recently, to originate the role of Catherine Aragon in the hit musical Six . Adrianna is currently (well depending on when you listen to this) playing the iconic role of Sugar in the Tony-winning sensation Some Like It Hot. You may know the part as being minted in Hollywood history by Marilyn Monroe during the late 50’s MGM film, but Hicks brings her own joy and magic to the updated story. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Adrianna @missadriannahicks Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E95 · Mon, August 14, 2023
Shark Tank's Kevin O'Leary (Mr. Wonderful): "Kindness is telling the truth"
Shark Tank 's Mr. Wonderful a.k.a. Kevin O’Leary, Chairman, O’Leary Ventures joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss his latest venture Chef Wonderful , his unique view of kindness, gaining self-confidence and more. As a university student, Kevin’s innate business sense led him along several different paths – including some very unusual, very entrepreneurial ways of making a profit. Not long after he finished his MBA, Kevin had a meeting that changed his life forever. He met a man who had a strange idea for a software product – an idea with huge, high-profit potential that Kevin immediately recognized. After years of ups, downs, sacrifices, challenges, and lessons learned, the opportunity that Kevin saw eventually turned into a computer software giant that was acquired for more than $4 billion dollars. After his extraordinary success at the software company he founded, Kevin eventually found himself on television, quickly becoming a sought-after host and personality on a range of shows – including Discovery’s Project Earth , CBC’s Dragons’ Den , and ABC’s Shark Tank . Kevin has since launched O’Leary Funds, an investment fund company; O’Leary Fine Wines; and a best-selling book series on financial literacy. In 2014, Kevin founded O’Leary Financial Group – a group of brands and services that share Kevin’s guiding principles of honesty, directness, convenience, and above all, great value. Use the below service Sandboxx to send a letter to my brother Will Peterpaul at Coast Guard Bootcamp in Cape May, NJ. His Company name is "Hotel.” And his company #204: https://link.sandboxx.us/referral/WV4TUH7K Follow Kevin @kevinolearytv Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E94 · Mon, August 07, 2023
BroadwayCon Live: L Morgan Lee, Linedy Genao & Taylor Haven Holt on Kinder Rehearsals
Tony Award Nominee L Morgan Lee ( A Strange Loop ), Broadway's Linedy Genao ( Bad Cinderella ), Director Taylor Haven Holt ( Back to the Future Musical ) join The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul live from BroadwayCon 2023! Listen in as they discuss how to make the rehearsal process a more positive, safe and successful place for artists to thrive. This special live podcast is presented by the Broadway Podcast Network. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E93 · Mon, July 31, 2023
Broadway's Megan Hilty (Smash, 9 to 5, Wicked): Let Kindness Be Your Star
Broadway star Megan Hilty joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss her incredible career through the lens of kindness. From Idina Menzel's career-changing act of kindness to what she learned from Dolly Parton herself, Megan shares countless inspiring stories and quips while reflecting on her journey. Megan Hilty is probably most recognizable for her portrayal of Ivy Lynn in the NBC Musical Drama “Smash.” Before that, Hilty started her career on Broadway, playing Glinda in “Wicked,” Doralee Rhodes in “9 to 5 The Musical,” and Brooke Ashton in “Noises Off,” which earned her a Tony Award Nomination. Other stage credits include Audrey in “Little Shop of Horrors” (Kennedy Center), Annie Oakley in “Annie Get Your Gun” (Encores/NY City Center) and Lorelei Lee in “Gentlemen Prefer Blondes” (Encores/NY City Center). Her numerous television credits include “Sean Saves The World” with Sean Hayes, “Difficult People,” “Braindead,” “The Good Fight,” playing the iconic Patsy Cline in “Patsy and Loretta” and Lily in NBC’s “Annie Live!” Megan’s voiceover work spans from audiobooks to kids animated favorites on Disney, Nickelodeon, Netfilx, Hulu & Cartoon Network. Hilty continues to tour her cabaret show with her band, led by Grammy Nominated Matt Cusson, which has been taped for “Live from Lincoln Center” on PBS, and regularly appears with world renowned orchestras including the NY Pops, Boston Pops and the National Symphony Orchestra. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Megan @meganhilty Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E92 · Mon, July 24, 2023
Broadway's Arielle Jacobs (Here Lies Love): Approaching Theatre with Empathy
Arielle Jacobs joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss approaching her new Broadway show "Here Lies Love" with empathy, acts of kindness on Broadway and much more. Arielle Jacobs has been lighting up the stage since she studied ballet at the age of three. She went on to star in Broadway blockbusters, playing Princess Jasmine in Disney’s “Aladdin”, Nessarose in “Wicked”, and Nina Rosario in “In the Heights” alongside Lin-Manuel Miranda. More recently she dazzled Off-Broadway in “Between The Lines.” Now, Jacobs channels Filipina First Lady Imelda Marcos in the aforementioned show "Here Lies Love." The immersive disco pop musical has transformed the Broadway Theatre into a dance club where actors perform amongst audiences. Most importantly, when not performing, Arielle gives back: supporting her company “The Broadway Pup”, which sells punny Broadway-themed pet bandanas and donates 100% of profits to animal rescue charities. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Arielle @ariellejacobs Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E91 · Mon, July 17, 2023
Sweet Magnolias Showrunner Sheryl J. Anderson: Kindness in Serenity, WGA Strike & More
Sweet Magnolias showrunner Sheryl J. Anderson joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul on the mic for a cozy conversation on running a positive television set, working alongside her children, the WGA strike and much more. Sheryl J. Anderson is the showrunner of Netflix's Sweet Magnolias. She began her writing journey as a playwriting major at William & Mary. Lured to Los Angeles by the intrigue of television and the promise of 300 sunny days a year, she worked as a television studio executive, screenwriter, and half-hour series writer on shows like Parker Lewis Can’t Lose and Dave’s World . She then moved to writing and producing hour-long series, working on a wide range of series from Charmed to Flash Gordon to When Calls the Heart . She has sold pilots to Netflix, SyFy, Lifetime, UPtv, and Disney, and written movies for NBC, UPtv, and Lifetime. If you love this episode be sure to go back and listen to our chats with Sweet Magnolia stars JoAnna Garcia Swisher and Carson Rowland! Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Sheryl @sheryljanderson Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E90 · Mon, July 10, 2023
Tony Winner Jessie Mueller (Broadway's Beautiful, Waitress): "Kindness is a living, breathing thing"
Tony and Grammy Award-winner Jessie Mueller joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss her incredible career, how Chita Rivera changed her life with an act of kindness, navigating negative voices in her head when she’s recording an album or just in life, and much more. Jessie Mueller is a Tony and Grammy Award-winning actress and singer. She was last seen on Broadway in Tracy Lett’s The Minutes. Other recent credits include the Kennedy Center’s Guys & Dolls, The Music Man, Julie Jordan in the Broadway revival of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Carousel (Tony & Grammy nominations, Drama Desk Award), originating the roles of both Jenna in Waitress, for which she received Tony, Drama Desk & Grammy noms, and Carole King in Beautiful - The Carole King Musical, for which she won Tony, Grammy & Drama Desk Awards. I saw her in Waitress and Beautiful and she was well… BEAUTIFUL! She’s done concert appearances at Carnegie Hall, Chicago’s Lyric Opera, and Jazz at Lincoln Center. Jessie is also no stranger to shining bright in the Film and Television world. You can watch her in Steven Spielberg’s The Post, Madam Secretary, Blue Bloods, Hulu’s Candy, and Lifetime’s Patsy & Loretta. Like Javier Munoz who was previously on the AOK (go listen if you haven’t already), Jessie is in the new musical concept album My Heart Says Go - which you can stream everywhere. Jessie is an Arts Education champion for groups such as Rosie’s Theatre Kids (rosiestheaterkids.org) and a long-time supporter of The Entertainment Community Fund (entertainmentcommunity.org) & Broadway Cares Equity Fights Aids (broadwaycares.org). Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E89 · Mon, July 03, 2023
Corbin Bleu, Andrew Barth Feldman, Eva Noblezada & More: Jimmy Awards 2023
Join The Art of Kindness podcast LIVE from the Jimmy Awards 2023 red carpet at Broadway's Minskoff Theatre, as host Robert Peterpaul talks with stars: Corbin Bleu ( High School Musical ), Eva Noblezada ( Hadestown ), Andrew Barth Feldman ( No Hard Feelings ), Justin David Sullivan ( & Juliet ), Elijah Johnson ( MJ the Musical ), McKenzie Kurtz ( Wicked ), Casting Director Stephanie Klapper, Producer Alecia Parker ( Chicago ), performer Garrett Ryan Hoy, Morgan Higgins ( Bad Cinderella ) and Felix Torrez-Ponce ( Sweeney Todd ). From advice for dreamers to kindness tips, we hope this episodes inspires you, friends! Apologies for any whack audio levels as this was a live event. About the Jimmy Awards: The Broadway League Foundation presents the 14th annual Jimmy Awards ceremony taking place on Monday, June 26, 2023 at 7:30pm at the Minskoff Theatre. This year’s host is star of stage, television, and film, Corbin Bleu ( High School Musical ). The Jimmy Awards features dynamic ensemble and solo performances and culminates with the presentation of a Best Performance by an Actress and Best Performance by an Actor award, as well as other honors and scholarships. Winners will be chosen by a panel of industry experts. This year there are 96 nominees from 48 high school musical theatre awards competitions across the U.S. For more visit: www.jimmyawards.com Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Special thank you to Carli Sanger for editing this episode! We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bonus · Thu, June 29, 2023
Broadway Star Desi Oakley (Waitress, Chicago): "You're Worthy Outside the Performance"
Broadway star Desi Oakley joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul live from a 2023 Jimmy Awards rehearsal. She discusses coaching the high school nominated performers to be their unique selves and much more in this special bonus episode. Desi Oakley is a self-prescribed artist, creator, people person, go-getter and true jane of all trades . One of the Kansas native's first roles was ironically Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz . She then brought her Oztastic sparkle to her Broadway debut in Wicked , starting as a swing and then taking over ensemble and understudy tracks as Nessarose and Elphaba. Since then she's appeared on Broadway in the 2014 Les Miserables revival and earned much attention for her beautiful portrayal of Jenna in Waitress both on the first national tour and West End. More recently, Desi's name was on everyone's lips as she played Roxie Hart in Chicago on Broadway. About the Jimmy Awards: The Broadway League Foundation presents the 14th annual Jimmy Awards ceremony taking place on Monday, June 26, 2023 at 7:30pm at the Minskoff Theatre. This year’s host is star of stage, television, and film, Corbin Bleu ( High School Musical ). The Jimmy Awards features dynamic ensemble and solo performances and culminates with the presentation of a Best Performance by an Actress and Best Performance by an Actor award, as well as other honors and scholarships. Winners will be chosen by a panel of industry experts. This year there are 96 nominees from 48 high school musical theatre awards competitions across the U.S. For more visit: www.jimmyawards.com Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Desi @desioakley Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E87 · Mon, June 26, 2023
Laura Benanti: Finding the Humanity on Broadway & Beyond
Tony Award-winner Laura Benanti joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss the challenges of vulnerability in today's world, acts of kindness from Jennifer Lawrence on the set of No Hard Feelings , giving yourself grace as an artist and much more. Celebrated stage and screen actress Laura Benanti burst onto the scene at 18-years-old with a captivating performance as Maria in "The Sound of Music," on Broadway. Her talent was undeniable, setting the stage for a remarkable career. About a year after do-re-mi-ing... she earned a Tony Award nomination for her role in Swing! on Broadway. From there flowed a cascade of phenomenal performances and glittering awards, racking up 5 Tony noms total. She notably won the Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle, and Tony Award in 2008 for a revelatory portrayal of Gypsy Rose Lee opposite Patti LuPone's Mama Rose in Stephen Sondheim's Gypsy. Other Broadway highlights include: her acclaimed starring role in of Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown; originating the role of Julia in The Wedding Singer , starring opposite Antonio Banderas in Nine , and her acclaimed performance of Cinderella in Stephen Sondheim’s Into the Woods . Most recently the star lit up Broadway in She Loves Me , My Fair Lady and Meteor Shower , which also starred her future TV collaborator Amy Schumer. Laura recently worked with Schumer onscreen in Hulu's Life & Beth ... which brings us to her illustrious career on screen. I simply don't have time to name everything, but I'm gonna run by a bunch - let me just take a breath. *Inhale.* Ok... Laura’s past television credits include staple shows like Law and Order: SVU, Royal Pains, The Big C, Nashville, and Elementary . She's had arcs on series like Supergirl , The Good Wife and Nurse Jackie . You may recognize her as Quinn on TV Land's hit show Younger and for her role in HBO Max's Gossip Girl reboot. Or perhaps she's Melania to you, thanks to Late Night with Stephen Colbert . On the film front, Laura's appeared in movies like Worth and Lin-Manuel Miranda’s tick, tick... BOOM! on Netflix. She starred opposite Billy Crystal and Tiffany Haddish in the comedy Here Today. She also created and executive produced Homeschool Musical: Class of 2020 for HBO Max... or I guess MAX now? Which has such a beautiful origin story that we discuss. We also discuss Laura's latest movie No Hard Feelings , where she stars opposite the likes of Jennifer Lawrence, Andrew Feldman and Matthew Broderick. I mean from countless additional regional theatre credits to touring prestigious venues around the country with her concerts, Laura's resume is truly longer than a CVS receipt. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: <a href="mailto:artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.c
Bonus · Sun, June 25, 2023
Inside Jimmy Awards 2023 Rehearsals with Broadway Leaders & Nominees: "Enjoy the Process"
Join The Art of Kindness podcast LIVE inside rehearsals for the 2023 Jimmy Awards (The National High School Musical Theatre Awards) at The Juilliard School in New York City. From inspiring interviews to performance sneak peeks, we have an all-access pass to the talent of tomorrow! Host Robert Peterpaul speaks with Jimmy's founder and director Van Kaplan, choreographer Kiesha LaLama, President of The Broadway League Charlotte St. Martin, and high school nominees: Omar Andre Real (Palm Springs, CA), Helena Engberg (Columbus, OH), Lance Toppin (Charlotte, NC), Hannah Jenkins (San Antonio, TX), Will Gonzalez (Chicago, IL), Samantha Nelson (Orlando, FL), Kaitlyn Majewski (Pittsburgh, PA), and Christian Strong (Columbus, OH). About the Jimmy Awards: The Broadway League Foundation presents the 14th annual Jimmy Awards ceremony taking place on Monday, June 26, 2023 at 7:30pm at the Minskoff Theatre. This year’s host is star of stage, television, and film, Corbin Bleu ( High School Musical ). The Jimmy Awards features dynamic ensemble and solo performances and culminates with the presentation of a Best Performance by an Actress and Best Performance by an Actor award, as well as other honors and scholarships. Winners will be chosen by a panel of industry experts. This year there are 96 nominees from 48 high school musical theatre awards competitions across the U.S. For more visit: www.jimmyawards.com Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bonus · Thu, June 15, 2023
Tony Awards 2023 Special with Winners Jodie Comer, Sean Hayes, J. Harrison Ghee & More
Join Robert Peterpaul of The Art of Kindness podcast and Alan Seales of The Theatre Podcast as they recap their night at the 2023 Tony Awards! Hear from all the winners they were honored to speak with in the press room, including: Jodie Comer ( Prima Facie ), Sean Hayes ( Good Night, Oscar ) , J. Harrison Ghee ( Some Like It Hot ), Victoria Clark ( Kimberly Akimbo ), Bonnie Milligan ( Kimberly Akimbo ), Brandon Uranowitz ( Leopoldstadt ), Michael Arden ( Parade ), Tom Stoppard ( Leopoldstadt ) and many more! Buckle up, friends! #kermitandhermit Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Check out The Theatre Podcast Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bonus · Mon, June 12, 2023
Rob's Birthday Surprise Episode: Cassie Peterpaul Takes Over!
Surprise! Hi AOK listeners! Join me, Cassie Peterpaul, as I take over the podcast to celebrate Rob's birthday with special guests Amanda Adamo and Ashley DePascale! In this episode, we explore educational theatre, infusing kindness into the rehearsal process, and show appreciation for the talented podcaster, Robert Peterpaul. Stay tuned for an exclusive interview with Rob himself, offering unique insights into his podcasting journey. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E83 · Mon, June 05, 2023
Broadway's Javier Muñoz (Hamilton): "Kindness is a Choice"
Broadway star Javier Muñoz joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to kick off Pride month and reflect on: acts of kindness in Hamilton , working on the new musical album My Heart Says Go alongside Jessie Mueller, making theatre accessible, self-acceptance and much more. Javier Muñoz is an actor and activist whose impressive body of work spans theater, film and television. He is best known for starring and co-creating the role of "Alexander Hamilton'' in the hit musical HAMILTON on Broadway for two years after Lin-Manuel Miranda departed the show (and was his alternate prior to that). He got his break starring as “Usnavi” in IN THE HEIGHTS on Broadway, also created by Miranda. Javier starred in the dark comedy indie feature, MONUMENTS , opposite David Sullivan & Marguerite Moreau, the indie feature LOVE RECONSIDERED and stars in THREE MONTHS , opposite Troy Sivan and Judy Greer, on Paramount+. He voices a lead character in the Disney Jr. animated series, Eureka! Other TV credits include recurring role on Shadowhunters , Blindspot and Full Frontal with Samantha Bee . Javier is also an outspoken activist for LGBTQ+ rights, a Global Ambassador for (RED), which fights to end HIV/AIDS, and supporter of GMHC. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Javier @javiermofficial Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E82 · Mon, May 22, 2023
Writer Sonja Warfield (The Gilded Age, Will & Grace) on Maintaining Joy, WGA Strike & More
Television writer, author and Executive Producer Sonja Warfield joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss The Gilded Age , the WGA writer's strike, and more. Sonja Warfield has churned out an impressive 20-year career in the entertainment industry. Born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio, Sonja was far from the lights of Hollywood, and yet surrounded by stardom. Fun fact: her father Paul Warfield is an NFL Hall of Famer. Sonja’s own star has shone bright over the years, with her writing on a diverse range of shows, including: Will & Grace, Disney Channel’s Liv and Maddie; BET’s Zoe Ever After, which featured pop star Brandy; the animated series She-Ra for Dreamworks/Netflix, where she also penned an original song; and the ABC comedy Jake in Progress. She’s developed and written pilots/projects for ABC, NBC, Netflix, Nickelodeon, Lifetime, Universal TV, Sony Pictures Television and HBO. Speaking of… she’s currently a writer and Executive Producer for HBO’s hit series The Gilded Age. In addition to writing for television and film, Sonja is author of the empowering book Get Your Butt Off My Couch (And Your Hand Outta My Wallet), a woman’s guide to getting rid of her deadbeat husband, boyfriend or boo-thing. Sonja is the mother of a college student who’s following their own creative passion. When she isn’t writing scripts or trying to reach the top of the leaderboard on her Peloton, Sonja is a part-time stand-up comedian. She’s performed at The World Famous Comedy Store, The Laugh Factory and The Ice House. These days, though, she performs mostly in her kitchen. Sonja has a B.A. in Cinema/Television-Critical Studies from the University of Southern California where she has taught television writing. More on the Writer's Strike: wga.org Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Sonja sonjawarfield.com Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E81 · Mon, May 15, 2023
Broadway Star Rob McClure (Mrs. Doubtfire, Beetlejuice Musicals): Lessons in Kindness
Rob McClure joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss kindness on and off Broadway, his beautiful full-circle moment during Beetlejuice , being kind to yourself and much more in one of our favorite chats ever... 2 Robs, 1 pod! (*chants*) Rob McClure is an actor and singer, who’s become a magical fixture on the Broadway scene. Growing up in NJ, Rob was a bonafide theatre kid, winning the Paper Mill Playhouse Rising Star Award his senior year. Consequently his first professional gig was at the Playhouse shortly after graduation. Rob made his Broadway debut in 2002 as an understudy in I'm Not Rappaport . From 2006 to 2009, he went on to play several roles in Avenue Q , both on Broadway and on the show's national tour. He spent the next three years working on a musical that would put him centerstage: Chaplin . The title role earned him a Theatre World Award and his first Tony Award nomination. Following Chaplin, Rob racked up a list of dazzling Broadway credits - not to mention various concerts and regional credits in between. You may have seen him in Honeymoon in Vegas or Noises Off . Or perhaps you caught his portrayal of Nick Bottom in Something Rotten on Broadway, which he continued for the first national tour alongside his wife Maggie Lakis. I’m such a sucker for a theatre love story. I most recently watched him day-ooo-ing his heart out in Beetlejuice on Broadway. Rob last lit up Broadway as the lead role in Mrs. Doubtfire … a marathon performance that earned him his second Tony nomination. Speaking of… it was just announced that the writer’s strike will be affecting the Tony’s live telecast this year. Please stay tuned after the interview for your kindness tip of the week where we’ll chat a bit more about the writer’s strike. Back to Rob! His screen credits include: The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel , The Good Fight , and Blue Bloods . One of the things I love most about him is the childlike sense of play and wonderment he seems to exude throughout all his projects. We cover so much ground from balancing your passions and your personal life to keep your mindset in a positive space. Of course Rob regales us with tons of fun Broadway stories along the way. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Rob @mcclurerob Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul <
Bonus · Mon, May 08, 2023
Tony-winner Lin-Manuel Miranda Shares Advice for Achieving Dreams
The legendary Lin-Manuel Miranda ( Hamilton ) tells The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul his advice for achieving dreams live from New York, New York 's opening night on Broadway. Enjoy this special short episode to celebrate 80 EPISODES of The AOK! Not that he needs a bio, but... LIN-MANUEL MIRANDA is a Pulitzer Prize, Grammy, Emmy and Tony award-winning songwriter, actor, director and producer. Creator and original star of Broadway’s Tony-winning Hamilton and In the Heights. His additional Broadway credits include Freestyle Love Supreme (Co-Founder, Producer, 2020 Special Tony Award Recipient), Bring It On: The Musical (co-composer/co-lyricist, Tony nomination for Best Musical), and West Side Story (2009 revival, Spanish translations). Miranda is the recipient of the 2015 MacArthur Foundation Award, the 2018 Kennedy Center Honors and the 2019 Portrait of a Nation Prize. He has received stars on both the Puerto Rico Walk of Fame and the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Mr. Miranda, and the Miranda Family, are active supporters of initiatives that increase people of color’s representation throughout the arts and government, ensure access to women’s reproductive health, and promote resilience in Puerto Rico. TV/Film credits include: tick, tick… BOOM!, Vivo, In the Heights, Hamilton (2021 Emmy Award), His Dark Materials, “Fosse/Verdon,” We The People, “Brooklyn Nine-Nine,” “Curb Your Enthusiasm” (2018 Emmy Nomination, Guest Actor), “Saturday Night Live” (2017 Emmy Nomination, Guest Actor), Sesame Street, The Electric Company, House, DuckTales, 200 Cartas, Moana (2017 Oscar nomination, Grammy Award for Best Original Song), Mary Poppins Returns and Encanto (2022 Oscar nomination for Best Original Song). Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Enull · Mon, May 01, 2023
TikTok Star Jesús Morales (Juixxe) on Surprising Street Vendors with Acts of Kindness
Happy May! TikTok Star Jesús Morales, a.k.a. Juixxe, joins the Art of Kindness podcast with Robert Peterpaul to discuss surprising street vendors with acts of kindness, partnering with Modelo for a major surprise and more. Modelo partnered with Juixxe, a changemaker known for gifting hundreds of thousands of dollars to street vendors who struggled during the pandemic, to honor the roots of its new product. Furthering his commitment to being a force for good, Modelo and Juixxe bought out hard working, Southern California-based street vendors’ carts earlier this month. Modelo flew and hosted the merchants in Las Vegas to be among the first to try the new beverage – that they helped inspire – at the Modelo Spiked Aguas Frescas launch celebration. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Juixxe: @juixxe Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bonus · Mon, April 24, 2023
Bellamy Young, Tony Goldwyn, Donna Murphy & More Live from The Thanksgiving Play Broadway Opening
Bellamy Young, Tony Goldwyn, Donna Murphy, Robin de Jesús and more talk LIVE with The Art of Kindness and Broadway Podcast Network's Robert Peterpaul on The Thanksgiving Play Broadway opening night red carpet. From sharing early school show memories to kindness tips - you won't want to miss this one! This episode features: Scandal stars Bellamy Young and Tony Goldwyn, Broadway icon Donna Murphy ( Tangled ), Broadway star and friend of the pod Ilana Levine ( You're A Good Man Charlie Brown ), Robin De Jesús ( tick, tick... BOOM! ), Andréa Burns ( In The Heights ), Simone Recasner ( The Big Leap ), Antoinette Chinonye Nwandu ( Passover ), and The Thanksgiving Play writer Larissa FastHorse and director Rachel Chavkin. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bonus · Mon, April 17, 2023
Audra McDonald, Will Swenson, Javier Muñoz and more LIVE from Fat Ham Broadway Opening!
Audra McDonald, Will Swenson, Javier Muñoz and more talk LIVE with The Art of Kindness and Broadway Podcast Network on the Fat Ham Broadway opening night red carpet. Join us as we chat with: Tony winner Audra McDonald, Will Swenson ( A Beautiful Noise ), Javier Muñoz ( Hamilton ), Broadway director Kenny Leon, Tra’Lynn Husbands ( The Lion King ), National Black Theatre Artistic Director Jonathan McCory, Gia Love, Eric Bergen ( Chicago , Madam Secretary ), Kadeem Ali Harris ( Harlem ), Pulitzer Prize-winning Fat Ham playwright Jamies IJames, Fat Ham director Saheem Ali, Amber Iman, Phoenix Best ( Dear Evan Hansen ), Antwyan Hopper ( A Strange Loop ), Law & Order: Special Victims Unit 's Molly Burnett, Danielle Moné Truitt, Jasmine Batchelor, and friend of the pod Jay Armstrong Johnson. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E76 · Mon, April 10, 2023
Liz Tigelaar (Tiny Beautiful Things, Little Fires Everywhere): Showrunning with Kindness
Tiny Beautiful Things Executive Producer and Showrunner Liz Tigelaar joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss her powerful new Hulu series, leading with kindness on set, working with the masterful Kathryn Hahn and much more. Tiny Beautiful Things is now streaming on Hulu providing a funny, yet poignant look at a woman who becomes an esteemed advice columnist, all while her own life falls apart. It stars the always-amazing Kathryn Hahn and is produced by Reese Witherspoon’s Hello Sunshine in conjunction with ABC Signature. Liz is a writer and producer who has truly worked on all your favorite shows. She got her start as a writer’s assistant on the CW drama Dawson’s Creek . Over the years the honed her craft on popular shows like Brothers & Sisters, Once Upon a Time, Revenge and Bates Motel . Her most recent hit wasn’t tiny, but little… as she was the showrunner on Little Fires Everywhere … eh see what I did there? She’s also served as an executive producer on series like The Morning Show, Casual and Nashville . Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bonus · Mon, April 03, 2023
Life of Pi Broadway Opening: Brian d'Arcy James, Kerry Butler, Marc Shaiman & More [Part 1]
Join The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul on the opening night red carpet of Life of Pi on Broadway. In Part 1 hear from VIP guests like: Brian d'Arcy James ( Something Rotten ), Kerry Butler ( Beetlejuice ), Sarita Choudhury ( And Just Like That ), Nikhil Saboo ( Mean Girls ), iconic musical duo Scott Wittman and Marc Shaiman and more live from New York City! Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bonus · Thu, March 30, 2023
Andrew Lloyd Webber's Bad Cinderella: Live from Opening Night with Linedy Genao, Alex Brightman & More
Join us on the opening night red carpet of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Bad Cinderella on Broadway. Hear from stars like Linedy Genao and Grace McLean, creative team members like Tony-winner Gareth Owen, and celebrity attendees like Alex Brightman ( Beetlejuice ), RuPaul's Drag Race star Loosey LaDuca and TikToker Chris Olsen. In this episode you will hear from celebrity guests like: Alex Brightman, Amber Gray, Carson Kressley, Loosey LaDuca, Wendell Pierce, and the cast and creative team of Bad Cinderella including: Linedy Genao, Grace McLean, Sami Gayle, Cameron Loyal, Christina Acosta Robinson, Savy Jackson, Raymond Baynard, Lauren Boyd, Tristen Buettel, Ben Lanham, Angel Lozada, Sarah Meahl, Michael Milkanin, Larkin Reilly, Julio Rey, J Savage, Dave Schoonover, Tregony Shepherd, Paige Smallwood, Lucas Thompson, Alena Watters and more. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E73 · Mon, March 20, 2023
Tony Winner Stephanie J. Block: Into the Woods of Kindness
Tony-winning Broadway star Stephanie J. Block ( The Cher Show , 9 to 5 ) joins The Art of Kindnes s with Robert Peterpaul to discuss making the rehearsal room a kinder place, cracking up onstage in Into the Woods , what she learned from Dolly Parton, and so much more. Plus, there's some STAR-STUDDED surprises from her The Cher Show co-star Teal Wicks and her husband Sebastian Arcelus. With a career spanning over two decades, Stephanie J. Block-Arcelus is one of Broadway's most versatile talents. You may have been lucky enough to see her starring opposite Hugh Jackman in The Boy from Oz or perhaps she is your Elphaba! Stephanie actually originated Elphaba in the early workshops of Wicked and later went on to play her both in the first national tour and on Broadway. She has earned acclaim for starring turns in shows like Little Miss Sunshine , The Mystery of Edwin Drood , Falsettos and Dolly Parton’s 9 to 5 The Musical. In 2019, Stephanie won the Drama Desk Award, Outer Critics Circle Award and Tony Award for playing the title role in The Cher Show . In addition to her stage and screen work, Stephanie has also taken her incredible voice to symphony orchestras across the US. Her solo concerts have earned her critical acclaim in both New York City and London, and her recording work includes several original cast albums, as well as her own album, This Place I Know. She also lends her voice to her own beautiful podcast Stages. Onscreen you’ve seen in her shows like Orange is the New Black, Homeland, Madame Secretary and the new film iModercai. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Stephanie @stephaniejblock Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E72 · Mon, March 06, 2023
Broadway Star Ilana Levine on the Kindness of Awards Season
Broadway star Ilana Levine returns to The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss all things kindness during awards season, an amazing Carol Burnett and Julie Andrews story and much more. Ilana is a Broadway star best known for playing “Lucy Van Pelt” in You’re A Good Man Charlie Brown . She has also starred in the Broadway productions of Jake’s Women , Wrong Mountain and The Last Night Of Ballyhoo . In addition, she has appeared in many TV shows and films including: Tanner ’88, Law and Order, Damages, The Job, Cashmere Mafia, Confessions of a Shopaholic, Failure To Launch, The Nanny Diaries, Friends With Kids and Five Flights Up. Seinfeld fans will also recognize her from the infamous episode “The Contest.” Ilana is also a podcast superstar with her show Little Known Facts . Her latest podcast venture is for all those out there who have ever dreamed of winning a Tony Award or Oscar. And the Award Goes To … sees Ilana interview some of the best and brightest in this business as they take a trip down memory lane and relive their winning moment. Guests include Kristin Chenoweth, Patti Lupone, Judith Light and so much more. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Ilana @littleknownfacts Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E71 · Mon, February 20, 2023
The Fabelmans Star Keeley Karsten on Steven Spielberg's Kindness & More
Actor Keeley Karsten joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss working on the Oscar-nominated film The Fabelmans alongside powerhouses like Steven Spielberg and Michelle Williams, being an Ambassador for Lady Gaga's Born This Way Foundation and more. Keeley Karsten recently starred as Natalie Fabelman in Steven Spielberg’s film The Fabelmans , co-written by Tony Kushner. The movie premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival where it won the top prize of People’s Choice Award. Additionally, the film received seven nominations at the 95th Academy Awards, including Best Picture, five nominations at the 80th Golden Globe Awards, winning Best Motion Picture Drama, along with 11 nominations at the 28th Critics' Choice Awards (including Best Picture) and two nominations at the 29th Screen Actors Guild Awards, one being for Best Ensemble Cast of a Motion Picture. On stage, Keeley recently starred as Small Alison in the Coachella Valley Repertory’s adaptation of the Tony Award-winning musical Fun Home , alongside Broadway veteran Kristen Howe. Karsten also recently completed production on the upcoming title Entanglement , as well as the short film On Being Twelve , for which she received the accolade of Best Young Actress at the Snow Leopard International Film Festival. Karsten also won Best Child Actress at the Sydney Indie Short Festival. Her television credits include Amazon’s Hunters , alongside Al Pacino, and a starring role as the young Pam Sinclair in the documentary series Evil Lives Here . She has also written and starred in the short film Viceroy , released in 2020. Karsten is a skilled singer, and her passions include theater and writing. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Keeley @keeleykarsten Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E70 · Mon, February 13, 2023
& Juliet's Melanie La Barrie Feels the Love on Broadway
Happy Valentine's Day! Broadway and West End star Melanie La Barrie joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss working on the hit musical & Juliet , the kindness she experiences from her cast and crew, advice for fellow performers and much more. Melanie La Barrie is a Trinidadian performer and former DJ from Greater London who has made her mark as a bonafide stage star. On the West End, Melanie has been in shows like Wicked , Mary Poppins , Daddy Cool , Matilda and, most recently, the hilarious new musical & Juliet. The musical flips the script on the greatest love story ever told. & Juliet asks : what would happen next if Juliet didn't end it all over Romeo? Melanie has been with the show since its initial workshop and now stars as Juliet’s Nurse Angelique in the hit Broadway production - her Broadway debut - earning her much acclaim. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Mel @melabarrie Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E69 · Mon, February 06, 2023
Broadway Star & Activist T. Oliver Reid (Hadestown): Don't Try, Just Do
Happy Black History Month! Broadway star T. Oliver Reid joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul podcast to discuss the art of listening to others, advice for actors, co-founding The Black Theatre Coalition and much more. Today's guest is Performer, Director, Producer, Teacher, Activist and, overall, Broadway sensation Timothy Oliver Reid. Timothy or T. has spent the past 20 years working on Broadway in acclaimed musicals like Once On This Island, Sunset Boulevard, After Midnight, Sister Act, Mary Poppins, The Wedding Singer; Chicago, La Cage Aux Folles, Never Gonna Dance, Thoroughly Modern Millie, Follies, Kiss Me, Kate, and Hadestown . T. is also an accomplished cabaret artist and multiple award winner for his solo show, “Drop Me Off In Harlem” which he directed, wrote, and starred in. He has produced and directed concerts for iconic places like Feinstein’s 54 Below. In addition, he has a glittering breadth of film and television work, as well. Most recently choreographing for films like Netflix’s White Noise and the rom-com Bros . Most importantly, T. gives back. He is a co-founder and artistic director for the Black Theatre Coalition, which aims to remove the “ILLUSION OF INCLUSION” in the American Theatre, by building a sustainable ethical roadmap that will increase employment opportunities for Black theatre professionals. He is also a regarded teacher and on faculty at Rider University, NYU-Tisch’s Grad Acting Program, and Columbia University School of the Arts’ Grad Acting program. He also sits on the Board of Visitors for the University of North Carolina School of the Arts. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Timothy @toliverreid Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E68 · Mon, January 30, 2023
Teen Wolf: The Movie's Melissa Ponzio on the Power of Kindness
Actress Melissa Ponzio joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss the act of kindness that helped her book Teen Wolf , returning for Teen Wolf: The Movie, being inspired by Sigourney Weaver and much more. Melissa Ponzio spent most of her childhood clowning it up at school and impersonating her beloved family. Then late one night, the New York native City saw Sigourney Weaver in “Alien” and knew right then and there what she wanted to be…an alien! But they said she couldn’t really be an alien, so on to the next best thing: acting! Over the years, Melissa’s onscreen presence has captivated audiences across so many projects… seriously I could sit here naming them for the entire show: She’s notably had recurring roles in the hit NBC series, “Chicago Fire,” AMC’s “The Walking Dead,” HULU’s “The Girl From Plainville,” BET+’s “First Wives Club,” Cinemax’s “Banshee” and Lifetime’s “Army Wives,” as well as a never-ending list of guest star roles. On the film front, she’s been seen playing opposite Octavia Spencer and Melissa McCarthy in Thunder Force on Netflix, Hilary Swank in HBO’s original film Mary and Martha and their historical drama “Warm Springs,” with Kenneth Branagh and Cynthia Nixon, and - throwback - in the comedy, “Life As We Know It,” with Josh Duhamel and Katherine Heigl. Of course, Melissa is now back on screen in the Paramount+ “Teen Wolf: The Movie” revival, reprising her beloved role as ‘Melissa McCall,’ the hard-working and devoted single mother to ‘Scott’ (played by Tyler Posey). She previously starred in the MTV “Teen Wolf” series for six seasons. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Melissa @melissaponzio1 Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E67 · Mon, January 23, 2023
Poet Rupi Kaur (milk and honey): "We have a duty to dream"
Acclaimed poet and illustrator Rupi Kaur (#1 New York Times bestselling book milk and honey ) joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul for a spectacular season three premiere! The powerhouse delves into her writing process, how she stays motivated on tough days, her new short film with Stacy's entitled Rise (which premiered at Sundance 2023 and celebrates the resilience of women) and all things kindness, of course. Rupi Kaur is a Canadian poet, illustrator, photographer, and author. Born in Pinjob, India, Kaur emigrated to Canada at a young age with her family. She began performing poetry in 2009 and rose to fame on Instagram, eventually becoming a popular poet through her three collections of poetry. Rupi wrote, illustrated and self-published her first poetry collection, milk and honey . Next came its artistic sibling, the sun and her flowers . These collections have sold more than 10 million copies and have been translated into over 40 languages. Her latest collection, home body , debuted #1 on bestseller lists across the world. As she has done from the very beginning, Rupi self- produced Rupi Kaur Live , the first poetry special of its kind, which debuted on Amazon Prime Video in 2021. Rupi’s work touches on love, loss, trauma, healing, femininity and migration. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Rupi @rupikaur_ Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S2 E66 · Thu, December 22, 2022
Oscar-nominee Chris Sarandon (Disney & Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas): Holiday Special!
Oscar-nominated actor Chris Sarandon joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul for a holiday special! The star discusses working on Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas , acts of kindness he received throughout his illustrious acting career and much more. Chris Sarandon was born and raised in West Virginia to restaurateurs Chris and Cliffie Sarandon. He eventually earned a degree in speech at West Virginia University and then a master's degree in theater from The Catholic University of America. In 1968, Sarandon settled in New York City, where he obtained his first television credit on the series The Guiding Light, which led to some TV movie roles before he made his acclaimed turn in Dog Day Afternoon in 1975. The performance earned him nominations for Best New Male Star of the Year at the Golden Globes and even the coveted Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor. Some of his other screen roles over the years include: the long-running series ER , co-starring with Dennis Hopper in the 1983 movie The Osterman Weekend, starring opposite Goldie Hawn in Protocol , and the cult classic horror film Fright Night . Of course, Chris is forever remembered for his endearing turn in The Princess Bride , leading the film Child’s Play and then voicing the main character of Jack Skellington for one of the most beloved holiday films of all time: Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas. Since it’s the Broadway Podcast Network, we also have to note that Sarandon has appeared on Broadway many times, including: The Rothschilds, The Two Gentlemen of Verona, and The Light in the Piazza. Check out Chris' new podcast Cooking By Heart and find out more at www.chrissarandon.com . Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Chris @theofficialchrissarandon Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez, "The Nightmare Before Christmas" suite by Danny Elfman/Munich Radio Orchestra & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S2 E65 · Mon, December 12, 2022
Gabrielle Ruiz (Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, In The Heights) Twinkles With Kindness This Christmas
Broadway and television star Gabrielle Ruiz joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss her hack for accepting compliments, working on Crazy Ex-Girlfriend , new Christmas song Twinkle Twinkle and much more. Plus, Mrs. Peterpaul joins us for your kindness tip of the week! Today’s guest is Broadway star, singer, actress and dancer Gabrielle Ruiz. The triple threat broke onto the Broadway scene starring in shows like If/Then with Idina Menzel, Evita with Ricky Martin and In The Heights with Lin-Manuel Miranda. Lin loved her work on the latter so much that he referred her to the team of a new CW pilot called Crazy Ex-Girlfriend . The rest of course is history as Gabrielle has become best known for bringing to life Valencia Perez on all four seasons of the Golden Globe and Emmy Award-winning musical comedy series Crazy Ex-Girlfriend . Gabrielle has also lent her voice to series like Star Trek: Lower Decks , a hit podcast called What Friends Are For and now new music! She released her first original holiday single this year called Twinkle Twinkle , which will give you all the holiday feels. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Gabrielle @gabrielleruiz Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S2 E64 · Mon, December 05, 2022
Disney & Broadway Star Kate Reinders (High School Musical: The Musical: The Series)
Broadway star Kate Reinders joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss her role as a champion of dreams both on and offscreen, advice for aspiring musical theatre performers, working on Disney's High School Musical: The Musical: The Series and much more. Plus, a special surprise from her co-stars Matt Cornett and Mark St. Cyr! Kate Reinders was raised far from the bright lights of Broadway in Spring Lake, Michigan. One summer changed her life forever, when she attended a theater camp thanks to the support of her parents. Flash forward, Kate is now a bonafide Broadway star. In 2001, she made her debut in the short-lived Broadway musical comedy The Adventures of Tom Sawyer as a swing and understudy for characters Amy Lawrence and Becky Thatcher, played by Kristen Bell. She then joined the 2002 Broadway revival of Into the Woods as an understudy. Her first starring role came in the 2003 revival of Gypsy as June; she went on to play Caroline in the 2005 jukebox musical Good Vibrations . Later that year, Kate played Glinda in the Chicago production of Wicked , alongside Ana Gasteyer as Elphaba; for which received glowing reviews. She went on to replace Megan Hilty as Glinda in the Broadway production. On Broadway, Kate is perhaps most known for originating the role of Portia in the 2015 musical comedy Something Rotten! Onscreen, Kate has been seen in shows like Ugly Betty, Modern Family , and Anger Management . As of 2019 fans know her most for playing drama teacher Miss Jenn in the hit Disney Plus show High School Musical: The Musical: The Series . Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Kate @katereinders Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S2 E63 · Mon, November 07, 2022
Nina West (RuPaul's Drag Race, Hairspray) on The You Kind of Kind, Dolly Parton & More
Nina West (RuPaul's Drag Race) joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss her new book The You Kind of Kind, collaborating with Dolly Parton, believing in yourself, acting in WEIRD: The Weird Al Yankovic Story alongside Danielle Radcliffe, touring the country with Hairspray and much more! Plus, don't miss surprise guest Cassie Carroll for a special kindness tip of the week before her and Rob get married. Nina West is an American drag queen, actor, singer, songwriter, and LGBTQ+ activist played by Andrew Levitt. She was named the “Most Googled Drag Queen in The World” from 2020-2021 with over 7.8 billion unique searches. She rose to national prominence in 2019 with her appearance on VH1’s Emmy-winning show RuPaul's Drag Race Season 11, where she placed sixth and won Miss Congeniality. In 2021, she returned to the show as a guest and was anointed “America’s Sweetheart” by RuPaul herself. She made history at the 71st Primetime Emmy Awards in September 2019 when she became the first-ever person to walk the carpet in full drag, while her season won five Primetime Emmy Awards including Best Reality Competition Show. On June 17th, 2020, Nina released a charity partnership with country music legend and possibly the best person on the planet (besides my Cassie), Dolly Parton - The "Dolly X Nina: Kindness is Queen '' Collection - with all proceeds going to the Dolly Parton Imagination Library and The Nina West Foundation to benefit LGBTQ+ youth and literacy. It sold out in hours. Speaking of philanthropy, Miss West has raised over $5million for charity and is often on the front lines of LGBTQIA issues. In 2021, she partnered with Nickelodeon and Blue’s Clues for a series of Pride videos that went viral with over 2 million views. Nina hosted the first-ever DISNEY PLUS “This Is Me: PRIDE Celebration Spectacular,” a celebration of the LGBTQ community with Disney classics reinterpreted by LGBTQ artists like Hayley Kiyoko, Todrick Hall, and Alex Newell. She returned to the show in 2022 and performed with Disney Legend Alan Menken in a tribute to Disney Legend Howard Ashman. She has also fronted major advertising campaigns for multinational companies Pepsi, Pantene, Lane Bryant, BOMBAS, Bubly, and Procter and Gamble. Nina is currently headlining the brand-new national tour of the Broadway Musical HAIRSPRAY from original Producer Jerry Mitchell in the lead role of Edna Turnblad, for which she has received rave reviews. Her first ever children’s book THE YOU KIND OF KIND is out NOW through PA Press. As if she’s not busy enough, Nina co-stars alongside Daniel Radcliffe and an all-star cast in the ROKU Original Movie WEIRD: The Weird Al Yankovic Story, which is also out now. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com </
S2 E62 · Thu, November 03, 2022
Casting Director Karlee Fomalont (I Care A Lot, The Post) on Leading with Kindness in Auditions & Beyond
Casting Director Karlee Fomalont (CSA) joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss how we can make auditions kinder for both actors and CDs, amazing advice for artists, why she sleeps out for Covenant House and much more. Casting Director Karlee Fomalont (CSA) was born and raised in Los Angeles and currently resides in New York City. She is a 2-time Artios Award Nominee and graduate of NYU Tisch School of the Arts, where her acting training made for a seamless transition into casting. She began her career at CBS Primetime NY and ABC Primetime NY, then transitioning into independent, working on projects such as Baz Luhrmann's Netflix series "The Get Down," Steven Spielberg's "The Post" and Tamara Jenkins' "Private Life" (both for which the casting team was nominated for an Artios Award for Outstanding Achievement in Casting). Karlee has worked with Rori Bergman for over 7 years, with credits including "Yearly Departed" (Amazon), "Power Book III: Raising Kanan" (Starz), "Run the World" (Starz), "Living With Yourself" (Netflix), "Love Life" (Netflix), "The Good Cop" (Netflix). Film credits include J. Blakeson's "I Care a Lot," Charlie Kaufman’s "I’m Thinking of Ending Things," Nicole Holofcener’s "The Land of Steady Habits," among many others. Karlee also casts short films and features independently, including Amazon Studios' feature film "I'm Your Woman" starring and produced by Rachel Brosnahan. Most importantly, Karlee gives back! For her 5th year in a row, she is leading Team Casting to sleep out in support of the young people who call Covenant House home. Covenant House works tirelessly to meet the most basic and immediate needs of at risk young people overcoming homelessness, but also sets them up to work towards their brightest futures through educational programs, job training, legal + mental health services and more. Special thanks to: Rachel Brosnahan for taking part in our Compliment Game and Matt Feeney for audio editing assistance! Support Karlee's Convenant House Fundrasier here! Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Karlee @karleefomo Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio</p
S2 E61 · Mon, October 31, 2022
Hocus Pocus 2 Costume Designer Salvador Perez: Halloween Special!
Happy Halloween! Disney's Hocus Pocus 2 Costume Designer and Costume Designer Guild President Salvador Perez joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss how he put his own magical spin on the franchise while still paying homage to the original cult classic, acts of kindness from stars like Bette Midler during brisk night shoots on Rhode Island, the fantastical alternate ending to Hocus Pocus 2 and much more! Salvador Perez is a one of a KIND costume designer with a diverse resume. He has designed for many TV series including CASTLE, MOONLIGHT, VERONICA MARS and 6 Seasons of THE MINDY PROJECT where he was nominated for an Emmy for costume design. Salvador has also worked on movies such as PITCH PERFECT 1, 2 and 3, THINK LIKE A MAN 1 and 2, MEN OF HONOR and DRUMLINE. Born and raised in Central California, Perez moved to Los Angeles to attend The Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising to pursue a career in fashion design. Once other Costume Designers discovered his costume manufacturing talents, he began running the costume workrooms and assisting on films like TITANIC, THE FLINTSTONES, and BARB WIRE. Outside of film and TV, Salvador designed and developed the “Movie Legends Line” for the J. Peterman Catalog, he designed a line of Jewelry for Bauble Bar, and designed a signature line of colorful coats for GILT.COM. He most recently designed Hocus Pocus 2 with Bette Midler, Kathy Najimy and Sarah Jessica Parker. Salvador is also the elected president of the Costume Designers Guild. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Sal @salvadorperezcostumes Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez, "I Put A Spell on You" Disney & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bonus · Mon, October 24, 2022
Tony-Winner Gavin Creel (Into the Woods): Live from the I Put A Spell On You Red Carpet!
Tony-winner Gavin Creel ( Into the Woods ) joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul LIVE from the red carpet of Jay Armstrong Johnson's I Put A Spell On You Hocus Pocus benefit to talk acts of kindness, onstage giggles and more. Enjoy this special LIVE 60th episode! Gavin Creel is a bonafide Broadway star, shining bright ever since he made his debut as Jimmy Smith in Thoroughly Modern Millie, for which he received a Tony nom by the way. He then starred in Broadway productions of HAIR (also Tony-nominated), La Cage Aux Follies, She Loves Me, Waitress and Book of Mormon (which he also did on the West End and got an Olivier Award for). Gavin finally won a well-deserved Tony Award for his performance as Cornelius Hackl in HELLO, DOLLY! starring Bette Midler. Most recently, Gavin has graced the star-studded cast of New York City Center Encores! critically acclaimed production of INTO THE WOODS starring as Wolf/Cinderella’s Prince. The celebrated production has transferred to Broadway and keeps getting extended. Gavin has also shone on screen in tv shows like Ryan Murphy’s “American Horror Stories” and the sweet movies “Eloise at the Plaza” and “Eloise at Christmastime.” Of course, nothing makes Gavin shine brighter than the kindness he exudes. From co-founding Broadway Impact, the first and only grassroots organization to mobilize the nationwide theater community in support of marriage equality, to treating his castmates and crew with kindness, Gavin is a beacon of light. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Gavin @realgavincreel Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez, "I Put a Spell on You" by Jay Armstrong Johnson & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S2 E59 · Thu, October 20, 2022
Broadway Star Jay Armstrong Johnson (On the Town, Quantico) Weaves a Spell of Kindness
Broadway star Jay Armstrong Johnson ( On the Town , The Phantom of the Opera ) joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss acts of kindness on Broadway, his Hocus Pocus -inspired benefit concert I Put A Spell on You and more! Over the course of his 5 Broadway shows, Jay Armstrong Johnson has cemented himself as a triple threat. From his debut in Hair , which he shares a kind story about during our chat, to his more recent turn as Raoul in Phantom of the Opera ’s 30th anniversary year, Jay is always a standout. Following Phantom, Jay originated the role of Banko in Roundabout Theatre Company’s world premiere show Scotland, PA . His performance earned him critical nominations from both the Lucille Lortel and Drama Desk Awards for Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical. He was also the recipient of a 2020 Outer Critics Circle Award Honor for his performance. Jay’s other Broadway credits include the original casts of Catch Me if You Can , Hands on a Hardbody , and the celebrated revival of On the Town . On screen, Jay is also known to audiences worldwide as genius hacker Will Olsen in ABC’s Quantico. Jay created the annual live show I Put A Spell on You as a tribute to the beloved cult classic movie Hocus Pocus with larger-than-life performances and choreography, over-the-top costumes and makeup and a healthy dose of Broadway magic. In their search to find beauty, youth and immortality, the bewitching and beloved Sanderson Sisters return from the dead and gather their most famous friends to help them lure the children of New York. This year, those famous friends include Broadway stars like Gavin Creel, Krista Rodriguez, Robyn Hurder and more. The show will be ALIVE at Sony Hall in Times Square on October 23 at 8PM. Most importantly, it benefits Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Tickets start at $35 for the dance floor and are on sale now at broadwaycares.org/spell . Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Jay @jay_a_johnson Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez, "I Put a Spell on You" by Jay Armstrong Johnson & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. <p
S2 E58 · Mon, October 10, 2022
Disney's The Little Mermaid Star Jodi Benson on Continuing Ariel's Legacy
Disney Legend Jodi Benson joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss working on The Little Mermaid , her new book Part of My World, learning to let go of perfectionism and much more. Jodi Benson has been a part of all of our worlds since she swam on the scene in 1989 as the voice of Ariel in Disney's iconic animated film The Little Mermaid . Of course, Jodi has also lent her talents to some other incredible characters over the years. An accomplished, singer, dancer, and actress, Jodi got her start on Broadway performing the iconic song "Disneyland" in the Howard Ashman/Marvin Hamlisch musical Smile , and she earned a Tony nomination for her role as Polly Baker in the hit Gershwin musical Crazy for You . After striking animation gold with The Little Mermaid , Jodi went on to voice Barbie in Disney/Pixar's Toy Story 2 and Toy Story 3 and delighted Disney fans with a cameo in Enchanted before reprising her role as Ariel once again in Ralph Breaks the Internet . In 2011, the Walt Disney company honored Jodi's contributions by officially naming her a Disney Legend. It’s a well-deserved accolade as Jodi carries the torch of being a Disney princess with such grace and joy. Of course, people on the outside always wonder what it must be like to live the life of a Disney royal. Lucky for us all, Jodi has shared a treasure trove of behind-the-scenes stories in her new book Part of My World: What I’ve Learned from the Little Mermaid about Love, Faith and Finding My Voice . She also wrote the forward for Disney Princess: Beyond the Tiara , which explores the legacies of the Princesses and what they represent today. Both books are available now. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Jodi @jodi.benson Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez, "Part of Your World" by Jodi Benson & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S2 E57 · Thu, September 29, 2022
Disney's Hocus Pocus Creator David Kirschner on Hocus Pocus 2 & More: Part 2
Hocus Pocus creator and producer David Kirschner returns to The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul for part 2 of his interview spooktacular! The creative discusses the origins of Hocus Pocus, acts of kindness from the Sanderson sisters, making the upcoming sequel: Hocus Pocus 2 and much more! There may even be a special guest or two in this one... Today’s guest is the iconic producer, screenwriter, illustrator and all-around creative mastermind David Kirschner. His career is like the perfect trick-or-treat bag, brimming with a variety of treats. Kirschner began his illustrious career as an illustrator for Jim Henson's Muppet and Sesame Street characters, and also creating art for prolific talents like Neil Diamond. At 23, he wrote and illustrated a series of children's books entitled Rose Petal Place. Success struck like lightning in 1986, when Kirschner created and executive produced An American Tail alongside Steven Spielberg, which went on to become the highest-grossing non-Disney producers animated feature of all-time and spawned several sequels and a tv spinoff. In 1989, Kirschner was appointed the chairman of Hanna-Barbera Productions, where he worked on countless iconic properties from The Addams Family to the Flinstones to The Pagemaster, which is one of my all-time favorites. You may also know him as the creator of Chucky, the insidious doll that has been terrorizing viewers across a hit franchise of slasher films and most recently a television series. Currently the head of his own production company, aptly named David Kirschner Productions, here are some other highlights along the way: the golden globe-nominated film Miss Potter starring Renée Zellweger, the Curious George franchise and an animated special of Ray Bradbury’s legendary book The Halloween Tree. Of course, we are here today to focus on one particularly glorious story that was plucked from the patch of David’s spooktacular mind: Hocus Pocus . David first conjured up the idea for three evil witches vying to suck the life out of children as a bedtime story for his own kids. As magic so often does, it seemingly took on a life of its own. Almost three decades later, Hocus Pocus is a cult classic and there’s a sequel on the way! Hocus Pocus 2 soars on to Disney+ on September 30, with all three witches - Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy - reprising their wicked roles. Ahead of the sequel, David so graciously talked with me about the kindness he felt making the original and then returning to the story. As he zoomed in from his otherworldly office, he showed me the original Black Flame Candle, Winnie’s spell book, and above all else, kindness. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow us <a href="https://www.insta
S1 E56 · Mon, September 19, 2022
Disney's Hocus Pocus Creator David Kirschner on Hocus Pocus 2 & More: Part 1
Producer David Kirschner joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul for a 2-part interview spooktacular! The creative discusses the origins of Hocus Pocus, acts of kindness from the Sanderson sisters, making the upcoming sequel: Hocus Pocus 2 and much more! Today’s guest is the iconic producer, screenwriter, illustrator and all-around creative mastermind David Kirschner. His career is like the perfect trick-or-treat bag, brimming with a variety of treats. Kirschner began his illustrious career as an illustrator for Jim Henson's Muppet and Sesame Street characters, and also creating art for prolific talents like Neil Diamond. At 23, he wrote and illustrated a series of children's books entitled Rose Petal Place. Success struck like lightning in 1986, when Kirschner created and executive produced An American Tail alongside Steven Spielberg, which went on to become the highest-grossing non-Disney producers animated feature of all-time and spawned several sequels and a tv spinoff. In 1989, Kirschner was appointed the chairman of Hanna-Barbera Productions, where he worked on countless iconic properties from The Addams Family to the Flinstones to The Pagemaster, which is one of my all-time favorites. You may also know him as the creator of Chucky, the insidious doll that has been terrorizing viewers across a hit franchise of slasher films and most recently a television series. Currently the head of his own production company, aptly named David Kirschner Productions, here are some other highlights along the way: the golden globe-nominated film Miss Potter starring Renée Zellweger, the Curious George franchise and an animated special of Ray Bradbury’s legendary book The Halloween Tree. Of course, we are here today to focus on one particularly glorious story that was plucked from the patch of David’s spooktacular mind: Hocus Pocus . David first conjured up the idea for three evil witches vying to suck the life out of children as a bedtime story for his own kids. As magic so often does, it seemingly took on a life of its own. Almost three decades later, Hocus Pocus is a cult classic and there’s a sequel on the way! Hocus Pocus 2 soars on to Disney+ on September 30, with all three witches - Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy - reprising their wicked roles. Ahead of the sequel, David so graciously talked with me about the kindness he felt making the original and then returning to the story. As he zoomed in from his otherworldly office, he showed me the original Black Flame Candle, Winnie’s spell book, and above all else, kindness. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow us @artofkindnesspod / <a href="https://www.instagram.com/robpeterpaul
S2 E55 · Mon, September 12, 2022
Actress, Filmmaker & Model Emily Ruhl: "Kindness is listening"
Emily Ruhl joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss breaking through the entertainment industry as a model, actress and now filmmaker and acts of kindness along the way. Emily was thirteen when she was scouted while attending New York Fashion Week. Shortly thereafter, the Dallas native signed her first modeling contract in Tokyo. She later returned to NYC to sign with top modeling agency Marilyn Management. She has since appeared in Teen Vogue, Marie Claire, WWD, Seventeen Magazine, Nylon, and Elle Canada amongst others. She has been the face of many cosmetic companies including Smashbox, Too Faced, the Kardashian’s KKW Beauty, and MAC. On the acting front, Emily starred opposite Nicholas Hoult in the film NEWNESS, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. She also made a cameo appearance in Troian Bellisario’s short film, LIFE ON MARS. The talent made her producing, directing, and writing debut with the short film BLUE MOON. Additionally, she co-wrote and produced the theme song to BLUE MOON titled HER. She is currently in production for her first TV series, 13TH STEPPING, which she also wrote, directed, and stars in. Featuring: surprise guest - the best person ever - Cassie!! Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Emily @emilyruhl Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bonus · Thu, September 01, 2022
Kevin Tuerff (Author & Come From Away's Real Life Kevin T) Pays It Forward
Kevin Tuerff, Come From Away's Real-Life Kevin T, joins the Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul podcast to discuss his charity Pay It Forward 9/11's special 11 Days of Kindness campaign. Kevin Teurff inspired one of the characters featured in the hit musical Come From Away . As you see in the musical, Kevin was one of the thousands of refugees stranded in Gander on September 11, 2001 after US airspace closed. Kevin took his experience there and poured it into a book called Channel of Peace: Stranded in Gander on 9/11 , which you can buy now. He also used it to found the charity Pay It Forward 9/11, a kindness movement that not only pays it forward, but pays tribute to lives lost in the terrorist attacks. Kevin is thrilled to once again be launching his “11 Days of Kindness” campaign TODAY, September 1. This initiative encourages people around the world to perform acts of kindness by September 11th. Learn more about Pay It Forward 9/11: www.payitforward911.org Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S2 E53 · Mon, August 29, 2022
Tony-Nominee Jared Grimes (Funny Girl) From Dancing on the Subway to Broadway
Tony-nominee Jared Grimes joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss Funny Girl on Broadway, acts of kindness from Beanie Feldstein, why he loves auditioning and more. Jared Grimes is a quadruple threat, making his mark on the entertainment world with singing, dancing, acting and choreographing. Though he is now a bonafide Broadway star, Grimes started out tap dancing on the New York City subways at the age of 16. As fate would have it, years later he wound up getting paid for that passion, choreographing at theaters around the nation and notably being cast as a dancer for icons like Mariah Carey, Salt-n-Pepa and even at Barack Obama’s illustrious Kennedy Center Honors. Jared’s got to flex his acting chops over the years as well, getting recognized on a wider scale for his television roles on Netflix’s hit series Manifest and HBO’s Boardwalk Empire and in films like Paramount’s The Marc Pease Experience starring Ben Stiller. Of course, he never strays too far from the lights of Broadway. Jared’s glowing stage career includes After Midnight which is performed and choreographed in, A Soldier’s Play and, most recently, Funny Girl where he plays Fanny Brice’s upbeat dancer friend Eddie Ryan. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Jared @grimeystepz Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S2 E52 · Mon, August 22, 2022
Carson Rowland (Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin, Sweet Magnolias)
Actor Carson Rowland joined host Robert Peterpaul to discuss kindness on the set of his shows Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin and Sweet Magnolias , how his family and wife lift him up, the link between acting and neuroscience and more. Carson Rowland has been in love with acting since he can remember, first stepping into the spotlight with the recurring role of Cole Reyes in Nickelodeon's I Am Frankie . Over the years, Carson has become known for his work on shows like the ABC sitcom American Housewife , but it wasn’t until he booked the role of Tyler Townshend on Netflix’s charming series Sweet Magnolias that his star really shone. It grew even brighter this summer with the release of HBO Max’s hit Pretty Little Liars : Original Sin , where Carson plays high schooler Chip. In addition to acting, Carson is also a singer-songwriter, but he mainly does that for himself. He also casually has a BS in Neuroscience from Florida Atlantic University, something he earned while simultaneously being a working actor. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Carson @carsonrowland Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Resources: 988 - Suicide and Crisis Lifeline National Sexual Assault Hotline Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S2 E51 · Mon, August 15, 2022
Chandler Kinney (Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin, Disney's Zombies 3)
Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin star Chandler Kinney joins host Robert Peterpaul to discuss kindness in the arts, her new HBO Max show and much more! Get ready for a party! Chandler Kinney began performing at the age of 3. Starting out as a dancer, her love for the arts grew as she got older. As an actor, Chandler has been seen in FOX’s “Lethal Weapon,” FX’s “American Horror Story: Asylum,” the CW’s “90210,” Disney’s “Girl Meets World” and more. Hollywood has been buzzing about Chandler for her two most recent projects: “ZOMBIES 3" and "Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin." The star also uses her bright light to give back, starting her own nonprofit called Chandler’s Friends, which partners with local organizations and elementary schools in various creative initiatives to serve children in need in the greater Los Angeles community. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Chandler @chandlerkinney Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S2 E50 · Mon, August 08, 2022
Hayley Orrantia (ABC's The Goldbergs): 50th Episode Extravaganza!
Hayley Orrantia joins host Robert Peterpaul for The Art of Kindness podcast's 50th episode! We had the best time talking about her journey from homeschool to stardom, what it’s like working on The Goldbergs , our hilarious connection and much more! From starring in hit television series to releasing chart-topping singles, Hayley Orrantia is one of the most exciting multi-hyphenate talents in the entertainment industry. Born and raised in Texas, Hayley discovered her love of performing from the young age of nine years old. Flash forward, Hayley is now most known for her celebrated role as Erica Goldberg in ABC’s hit sitcom, “The Goldbergs." Hayley has also made her mark on the reality TV world with shows like The X Factor to more recently The Masked Singer . She’s been in films like Christmas is Cancelled and God’s Not Dead , and taken to the stage in musicals like Kinky Boots . Hayley has also performed on stages around the world with headline music tours. She’s used her gifts to churn out hits like Find Yourself Somebody , Made for This and most recently Open Your Mouth . Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Hayley @hayleyorrantia Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S2 E49 · Mon, July 25, 2022
Live from BroadwayCon: Claybourne Elder (The Gilded Age, Company) Returns!
Broadway star Claybourne Elder (Company, The Gilded Age) sits down with Robert Peterpaul at BroadwayCon 2022 for the first ever LIVE TAPING of The Art of Kindness podcast! Claybourne Elder is an actor, singer and writer who was born and raised in Utah. He made his Broadway debut in 2011 with the musical Bonnie & Clyde . The following year, he earned some well-deserved acclaim in the play One Arm , receiving a Drama Desk Award nomination. Clay went on to appear in Sunday in the Park with George opposite Jake Gyllenhaal, Torch Song and most recently Stephen Sondheim’s revival of Company . Though he’s most known today as one of Broadway’s brightest stars, Clay also has a notable onscreen presence, making memorable appearances in series like The Carrie Diaries and more recently, HBO Max’s hit show The Gilded Age . Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Clay claybourneelder Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S2 E48 · Mon, July 18, 2022
Emmy-Winning Casting Director Mary Clay Boland (Friends, The Sopranos)
Emmy-winning Casting Director Mary Clay Boland joins Robert Peterpaul on The Art of Kindness podcast to discuss approaching auditions with kindness, tips for actors, working on iconic shows like Friends and The Sopranos, returning to casting with MCM Creative and much more! Mary Clay Boland is a two-time Emmy award winning and three-time Artois nominated Casting Director who has been casting film, television and theater projects for over 18 years. She started her career at Circle Repertory Theater and then transitioned to television working with Walken/Jaffe Casting. There she was the casting associate on the first two seasons of The Sopranos as well as numerous feature films. Moving over to the casting department of Warner Brothers Studios Television, Boland cast over 40 pilots including Everwood, Smallville, Gilmore Girls, George Lopez, and Without a Trace. She also cast the first two seasons of NBC’s Third Watch and was responsible for the New York casting of Warner Brother Studio’s shows like ER, West Wing, and Friends. Boland then moved to daytime television, casting for CBS’ As The World Turns, where she won two Emmys for Outstanding achievement in Casting a Drama Series Boland went on to open her own company, Boland Casting, where she cast projects like the first season of the Adult Swim series Your Pretty Face is Going to Hell. Throughout her career, Boland has also cast many independent films that have played heavily on the festival circuit such as The Marconi Bros., Best Thief in the World and Confess, among others. Boland currently resides in Louisville, KY, where she took a hiatus to raise her daughter and be close to her family. She remains immersed in the Louisville Film community, casting such projects as the Netflix film Under the Eiffel Tower. She has taught media and film studies as a guest lecturer for the Governor’s School of the Arts and has also led multiple workshops on auditioning technique. Boland is a member of the Academy for Film and Television and IFP and Women in Film and Television. She was also on the board of the New York CSA for four years. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Show Music: Awake/ Come From Away commercial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bonus · Tue, July 05, 2022
BroadwayCon, The Art of Kindness Anniversary & More Updates!
The Art of Kindness podcast is officially one years old... aw they grow up so fast. Celebrate with host Robert Peterpaul as he provides some exciting updates, including information on an upcoming LIVE taping with Claybourne Elder at BroadwayCon. Happy one year anniversary, listeners! We love you! Join us at BroadwayCon: https://bpn.fm/broadwaycon Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S2 E46 · Mon, June 13, 2022
Broadway's Becky Gulsvig (Come From Away) is a True Mama Bear
Broadway star Becky Gulsvig talks with host (and birthday boy) Robert Peterpaul about starring in the kindest show on Broadway: Come From Away ! Plus, we reveal our giveaway winner of 2 tickets to see the Tony-winning musical Come From Away on Broadway and much more. Becky Gulsvig is thrilled to join the Broadway cast of Come From Away after originating the role of Beverley/Annette and others on the first national tour. You may also know Becky from her Broadway turns in School of Rock and Legally Blonde the musical, where she originated the role of Leilani and went on to play Elle Woods both on Broadway and in the tour. Of course, Becky’s favorite role is mom to her beautiful children. We talk about how she navigates both her passions of family life and being a Broadway star, the kindness of Come From Away and so much more! Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Becky @beckygulsvig Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Show Music: Awake/ Come From Away commercial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S2 E45 · Mon, June 06, 2022
Actor & Activist Marianna Burelli (Disney's Ultra Violet & Black Scorpion)
Marianna Burelli joins The Art of Kindness host Robert Peterpaul to discuss her nomadic lifestyle, making her US debut in Disney Channel's Ultra Violet & Black Scorpion , environmental activism and much more! Originally from Venezuela, Marianna has carved out a home in many countries throughout her life. From attending college in South Africa to then studying theatre and forming her own theatre company in London, Marianna is a true woman of the world. In 2009, she began her professional acting career in Mexico City and quickly became a Latin American celebrity for her roles on hit series like Paramedicos . After racking up tons of credits and acclaim, Marianna set her sights on Hollywood. She makes her U.S. debut this year in Disney Channel’s original series Ultra Violet & Black Scorpion . The comedy follows Violet, an everyday Mexican American teen who is chosen by a magical luchador mask which transforms her into Ultra Violet, a superhero fighting crime. Marianna shines on the show as Nina, Violet’s mother (who's kept in the dark about her daughter’s superhero powers) and principal of her middle school who masterfully juggles both responsibilities. The series marks an important moment for Disney, featuring a cast made up of a diverse group of all Latinx actors where Latinx culture is not only celebrated in front of the camera but behind as well with many of the writers being of Latinx heritage. Ultra Violet & Black Scorpion debuted on Disney Channel June 3, 2022 and will begin streaming on Disney + on June 8, 2022. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Marianna @mariannaburelli Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Show Music: Awake Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S2 E44 · Mon, May 30, 2022
TikTok Star Isaiah Garza Makes Kindness Go Viral
TikTok star Isaiah Garza joins Robert Peterpaul to discuss going from a childhood of poverty and homelessness to giving back, viral kindness videos on social media and much more. You’ve no doubt come across Isaiah's moving viral videos. From surprising deserving people with money to people suffering from homelessness with houses, their videos are a bright spot in the newsfeed. Isaiah has amassed almost 8 million followers on TikTok with this kind-first content. Giving to others is second nature to the jewelry designer and activist. Isaiah’s story began in Yakima, Washington, where they grew up in poverty and often, they and their family struggled with homelessness. Many of Isaiah’s friends were killed by drug or gang violence. But Isaiah had dreams carried them to: Los Angeles. Isaiah’s big break came when Rihanna wore one of their jewelry pieces in a magazine cover shoot. We get into that amazing story during our chat. Their designs have now adorned celebrities like Selena Gomez, Cardi B, Khloé Kardashian, Chance the Rapper, and Pete Davidson. Expanding into clothing now, Isaiah’s designs can be found online at isaiahgarza.com in addition to a variety of boutiques around the world. In addition to being a social media star, Isaiah is also the Drew-Gooder Ambassador on The Drew Barrymore Show and continues to work with various organizations to make the world a better place. Please check out Everytown For Gun Safety: https://www.everytown.org/ Follow Isaiah @isaiahgarza Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S2 E43 · Mon, May 16, 2022
NBC's Mr. Mayor Star Mike Cabellon Talks Kindness in TV
NBC's Mr. Mayor star Mike Cabellon joins The Art of Kindness host Robert Peterpaul to discuss working with luminaries like Tina Fey and Ted Danson, hacks for really listening to others while in conversation and much more. Best known for his role as Tommy Tomás on Tina Fey’s hit NBC series Mr. Mayor, Mike co-stars alongside Ted Danson and Holly Hunter. Cabellon is a Filipino-American actor who trained at Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre in NYC. Mike’s accolades include a Webby Award and multiple iHeartRadio Podcast Awards for his work as a performer, director, and writer on the Story Pirates podcast. Previous credits for Cabellon include Netflix’s “Orange Is the New Black”, HBO’s “High Maintenance” and “Crashing”. P.S. Happy birthday to my amazing sister Julia! You are simply the best. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Mike @mikecabellon Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Show Music: Awake Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bonus · Mon, May 09, 2022
Kindness Makes You Live Longer
Is kindness the fountain of youth? Join The Art of Kindness podcast as we explore a new study published in the journal Frontiers in Behavioral Neuroscience and more in a special bonus episode! Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bonus · Thu, April 28, 2022
Sofia Reyes (Singer-Songwriter) Believes in Seeds of Kindness
Latin Grammy-nominee Sofía Reyes joins host Robert Peterpaul to discuss seeds of kindness, believing in herself from a young age, her family and much more. Sofía Reyes is a Mexican singer and songwriter who has received multiple awards and nominations throughout her career. She has received two Latin American Music Awards nominations, four MTV Europe Music Awards nominations, and a Latin GRAMMY Award nomination for Best New Artist. Reyes has also received several Premios Juventud nominations amongst other awards. With her music, she is also a commercial success around the world. On YouTube, Reyes has amassed more than one billion views and more two billion global streams across all streaming platforms. Since releasing her debut album Louder! in 2017, Reyes has proven her versatility as a global pop star. She solidifies her top position in Latin pop music with her new album Mal De Amores. She recently teamed up with Tostitos for the Fiesta Remix campaign in celebration of Cinco de Mayo. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Sofía: @sofiareyes Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S2 E40 · Mon, April 25, 2022
Kenny Leu (A Shot Through the Wall) on Asian Representation, Kindness vs. Politeness & More
Actor Kenny Leu (A Shot Through the Wall) talks with host Robert Peterpaul about Asian representation in television and film, the difference between being polite and being kind and much more. You won't want to miss his kindness tip! The only son of Chinese immigrants, Kenny Leu grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area. After graduating from UC Berkeley with an engineering degree, Kenny founded startups in Silicon Valley and competed in martial arts tournaments around the world. When one of his startups was sold to Google, Kenny decided to pursue film and television. He quickly landed roles on NCIS, NCIS: Los Angeles and The Player, performing all of his own stunts. He is now widely recognized as Gohan from Dragon Ball Z: Light of Hope, NatGeo’s The Long Road Home (2017), and Yakuza Princess (2021) and more. Kenny’s breakout role came with A Shot Through the Wall (2022). He plays a young Asian-American cop who is responsible for accidentally shooting and killing an innocent Black man, through a wall. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Kenny: @thekennyleu Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S2 E39 · Mon, April 11, 2022
Actor & Director Adrian Martinez (Stumptown, I Feel Pretty) Leads with Kindness on Set
Actor Adrian Martinez joins host Robert Peterpaul to discuss his directorial debut "iGilbert," acts of kindness throughout his career, finding the courage to live the life you want, his acting process and more. Adrian Martinez has over 100 television and film credits including several standout sidekick roles in “Focus,” opposite Will Smith and Margot Robbie, “The Secret Life of Walter Mitty,” opposite Ben Stiller, “Casa de mi Padre,” opposite Will Ferrell, “I feel Pretty” with Amy Schumer and the CGI and live-action re-imagining of Disney’s Lady and the Tramp. On the television front, Adrian recently starred in ABC’s crime drama series "Stumptown," and in the CBS comedy “No Activity,” produced by Will Ferrell and Funny or Die. Adrian was also a series regular in NBC's “The Blacklist: Redemption." Adrian’s directorial debut, “iGilbert,” a drama he wrote starring himself, Dascha Polanco (“Orange is the New Black”) and Raul Castillo (”Looking”) was recently released by Gravitas Features and currently available on demand and in select theaters. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Adrian: @tasteofadrian Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S2 E38 · Mon, March 28, 2022
Writer Tom MacRae (Everybody's Talking About Jamie): "Kindness is all we have"
Everybody's Talking About Jamie screenwriter and playwright Tom MacRae joins host Robert Peterpaul to discuss adapting the musical into an Amazon film with his friends, advice for aspiring writers, and much more. Tom MacRae is a BAFTA and Olivier award-nominated screenwriter, playwright, lyricist, producer and author Tom MacRae. Born in Northampton, Tom relocated to Los Angeles in 2017 to work as a writer and producer on the US TV show The Librarians . On British television he is the creator, writer and producer of the Comedy Central sit-com Threesome , as well as contributing to many other TV shows, including Doctor Who . Tom adapted his stage play and lyrics for Everybody’s Talking About Jamie into the Amazon Prime movie version released in 2021, reuniting with his friends Jonathan Butterell and Dan Gillespie Sells to bring Jamie’s story to the big screen, and writing a few new songs in the process. Tom is now working on a variety of exciting secret projects for stage, screen and television which I wish we could’ve talked about. He lives in Los Angeles with two cats and one husband. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Tom MacRae: @tommacwriter Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Donate to Save the Children: https://www.savethechildren.org Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S2 E37 · Mon, March 21, 2022
Broadway's Ethan Slater (SpongeBob SquarePants) Assumes Positive Intentions
Broadway star Ethan Slater joins Robert Peterpaul to discuss kindness in the theatre, the spectrum of grief, avoiding self-doubt while recording cast albums, learning positivity from playing SpongeBob SquarePants, and much more in this jam-packed chat. Ethan Slater is an actor, writer and musician. He was nominated for a Tony Award, and won the Drama Desk Award for playing SpongeBob in The SpongeBob Musical , which also happened to be his Broadway debut - casual! As a writer, some upcoming projects include the films Intervenors and Silent Mode , both of which he co-wrote and co-stars in. He’s released two EPs of original music, including Edge of the World . As an actor, other theater includes: Who’s Your Baghdaddy... , Camelot (Lincoln Center) and more recently Stephen Sondheim’s Assassins which recently released a cast recording. Some TV/film credits: Fosse/Verdon (FX), Law and Order (NBC), Murphy Brown (CBS) and of course SpongeBob: Live On Stage (Nickelodeon), which filmed the musical version for TV. Support Megan Casey's Memorial: https://www.gofundme.com/f/ahkb2-memorial-costs Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Ethan @ethanslater Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Show Music: Awake/ Ethan Slater's "Simple Sponge" Cover Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S2 E36 · Tue, March 08, 2022
Ally Brooke Brings Harmony to the Arts
Happy International Women's Day! Singer Ally Brooke joins Robert Peterpaul to discuss what she learned from Fifth Harmony, embarking on her solo career, and much more. Ally Brooke Hernandez shines as not only a multi-platinum singer and songwriter, but also as an author, actress, and philanthropist. Ally first punctured the pop culture stratosphere on the reality competition series X Factor , where judge Simon Cowell (who comes up during our chat) put her with Normani, Dinah Jane, Lauren Jauregui, and Camila Cabello to form the band Fifth Harmony. After breaking barriers for girl bands, she placed third on Dancing with the Stars and even wrote a book called Finding Your Harmony . Now, Ally has embarked on a solo career, releasing new Spanish-Language music, including singles Mi Música and Por Ti ahead of her EP. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Ally @allybrooke Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S2 E35 · Mon, February 28, 2022
Broadway's Joanna A. Jones (Hamilton) on being gracious, tackling audition anxiety and more
Hamilton star Joanna Alexis Jones chats with Robert Peterpaul about kindness, growing up with a Pastor father, battling stage and audition anxiety and much more. Joanna Alexis Jones is a proud California native and received a Bachelor's Degree in Theater from UCLA. She left college in the middle of her senior year after booking the West End production of a Michael Jackson musical called Thriller Live . Over the years, the triple threat has been seen in many incredible productions, including: NBC's Hairspray Live! In 2017, she made her Broadway debut with none other than Hamilton as Peggy Schuyler/Maria Reynolds. Now, Joanna takes on a new role in the same show across the country, playing Eliza Hamilton in the Los Angeles production of the smash hit musical. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Joanna A. Jones @joannaalexisjones Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S2 E34 · Mon, February 21, 2022
Broadway's Claybourne Elder (Company, The Gilded Age) Pays it Forward
Broadway star Claybourne Elder (Company, The Gilded Age) joins Robert Peterpaul to discuss the random act of kindness that changed his life, working as an actor with Stephen Sondheim, and using his platform to pay it forward. Claybourne Elder is an actor, singer and writer who was born and raised in Utah. He made his Broadway debut in 2011 with the musical Bonnie & Clyde . The following year, he earned some well-deserved acclaim in the play One Arm , receiving a Drama Desk Award nomination. Clay went on to appear in Sunday in the Park with George opposite Jake Gyllenhaal, Torch Song and most recently Stephen Sondheim’s revival of Company . Though he’s most known today as one of Broadway’s brightest stars, Clay also has a notable onscreen presence, making memorable appearances in series like The Carrie Diaries and more recently, HBO Max’s hit show The Gilded Age . Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Clay claybourneelder Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S2 E33 · Mon, February 14, 2022
Constance Marie (With Love / Selena): Valentine's Day Special!
Happy Valentine's Day! Actress and activist Constance Marie joins host Robert Peterpaul to discuss her new Amazon series With Love , representation in Hollywood, being your best self and more! Constance Marie pop, locked and dropped into her career as a teenager in the Los Angeles underground break-dancing scene. She soon began acting, first appearing in the movie Salsa. Over the years, her star power grew with highlights including: Dirty Dancing , Selena opposite Jennifer Lopez, the long-running ABC sitcom George Lopez , and more. She can currently be seen starring in Amazon Prime’s With Love . In addition to acting, Constance gives back in countless ways. She advocates for PETA, Planned Parenthood and Equal Pay for Women and is also the spokesperson for the East Los Angeles Women’s Center. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Constance @goconstance Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S2 E32 · Mon, February 07, 2022
JoAnna Garcia Swisher (Sweet Magnolias, Reba): Season 2 Premiere!
JoAnna Garcia Swisher joins Robert Peterpaul for The Art of Kindness season 2 premiere extravaganza! The Netflix star discusses acts of kindness that changed her career, looking up to former co-star Reba McEntire, working on the set of Sweet Magnolias season 2 and much more in this inspirational chat. JoAnna Garcia Swisher is an actress best known for the beloved show Reba where she played Reba McEntire’s daughter for six seasons.You may also remember her for leading the short-lived CW show Privileged, bringing Disney Princess Ariel to life on ABC's Once Upon A Time or perhaps the recent Hallmark film As Luck Would Have It. Of course her resume is massive! Today, JoAnna is known to fans as Maddie Townsend on the hit Netflix show Sweet Magnolias. Outside of acting, Swisher created The Happy Place and works with organizations like Step Up Women’s Network and Hills Pet Nutrition. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow JoAnna Garcia Swisher: @jogarciaswisher Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S1 E31 · Thu, December 30, 2021
Broadway Star Lesli Margherita (Matilda, Who's Holiday) - Season Finale!
Join The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul for a sparkling season one finale with Broadway star Lesli Margherita! Lesli talks kindness on Broadway, how she connects with her villainous roles like Mrs. Wormwood in Matilda , hacking self tape auditions in quarantine, growing up on a cattle ranch (where she performed Sondheim with cows), and a whole lot more. Plus, stay tuned for your final kindness tip of 2021 with special guest Cassie Carroll! Lesli Margherita is an Olivier Award-winning performer who earned the aforementioned award on the West End in Zorro . She made her Broadway debut in the original cast of Matilda in 2013, getting LOUD as the ICONIC and devilishly dazzling Mrs. Wormwood. She more recently appeared in Dames at Sea on Broadway and Off-Broadway in the one-woman show Who's Holiday , where she played a grown up Cindy Lou Who and then the musical Emojiland , as The Princess emoji. She's also got tons of incredible onscreen credits, from starting out in FAME LA to new movie The Many Saints of Newark to her upcoming role in The Fairly OddParents reboot! Thank you all for listening and being a part of our kindness community! Audio hugs all around, friends. Got kindness tips or stories? Email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Lesli: @queenlesli Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S1 E30 · Fri, December 24, 2021
Hallmark Christmas Movie Producer Andrew Gernhard (Synthetic Cinema) Makes Magic
Merry Christmas! Hallmark Christmas movie producer and Synthetic Cinema International owner Andrew Gernhard chats with host Robert Peterpaul about the magic of making Christmas movies, starting his own production company, spreading kindness on film sets and much more. With a successful producing career spanning nearly two decades, Andrew has worked on a variety of projects, mostly through his Connecticut-based production company Synthetic Cinema International, including a series of successful feature horror films for NBCUniversal’s Chiller Network, and the popular Christmas film Wishin’ and Hopin’ for the Lifetime Network. In recent years, Synthetic Cinema International has created strong working relationships with many prolific executive producers, major studios and networks such as Lionsgate, NBCUniversal, SyFy, Telemundo, Lifetime, Hallmark, BET, Netflix, Disney+ and others. Since it's Christmas time, we focus a lot on Andrew's holiday films, so get ready to be showered with tons of magic! Follow Synthetic Cinema: @syntheticcinema Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Support us: Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S1 E29 · Mon, December 20, 2021
Broadway Star & Former Rockette Afra Hines (Hadestown, Annie Live!)
Broadway performer Afra Hines joins host Robert Peterpaul to talk being a Rockette in Radio City's Christmas Spectacular, taking care of her body as a Broadway dancer, acts of kindness from stars like Brian Stokes Mitchell and more. Afra is a veteran performer with 8 Broadway credits to her name. She was most recently seen in the musical Hadestown (where she understudied the role of Persephone). Some of her other favorites include: SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical, Motown, and the Original Broadway Companies of In The Heights with Lin-Manuel Miranda, Shuffle Along with Audra McDonald, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Billy Porter and Joshua Henry, and Ghost the musical. She also spent a year on the First National Tour of HAMILTON. Additionally, Afra was a Radio City Rockette for 7 years. On screen, you can see Afra in the FX miniseries Fosse/Verdon, Amazon's Mozart In the Jungle and, most recently NBC's Annie Live! Happy Christmas week! Follow Afra: @afrahines Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Film Forums Interview: https://film-forums.com/the-art-of-kindness-podcast-with-actor-robert-peterpaul-i-was-sick-of-cancel-culture-i-had-to-do-something/ Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S1 E28 · Mon, December 13, 2021
Lisa Lampanelli - Queen of Mean to Queen of Meaning
Former stand-up comedian Lisa Lampanelli discusses how she went from being known as the Queen of Meaning to the Queen of Meaning with host Robert Peterpaul. With a career that spanned more than 30 years, Lisa Lampanelli is synonymous with the comedy scene. She's done numerous tours, received Grammy nominations, and appeared on TV shows like 2 Broke Girls, The Simpsons, Inside Amy Schumer, Celebrity Apprentice and more. Despite much acclaim and her lengthy resume, Lisa realized she wasn't happy, so she retired from the comedy scene in 2018. She now dedicates her life to performing and hosting the podcast Losers with a Dream. As always, say tuned after the interview for your kindness tip of the week! Follow Lisa: @lisalampanelli Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bonus · Thu, December 09, 2021
Kate Mara (A Teacher) & Adam Scott (Big Little Lies) on New Podcast Movie Ghostwriter
Kate Mara (A Teacher) and Adam Scott (Big Little Lies) pop by the AOK in our first ever double guest episode! The actors discuss kindness and making their new podcast movie Ghostwriter. Kate Mara is an actress perhaps most known for playing reporter Zoe Barnes in the Netflix political drama House of Cards. Her TV credits also include the Fox thriller series 24, the FX miniseries American Horror Story: Murder House, the FX drag ball culture drama series Pose and, and the FX on Hulu miniseries A Teacher. For the latter she created a lot of buzz, including an Independent Spirit nomination for Best New Scripted Series as an executive producer. On the film front, you may have seen Kate in My Day of Mercy, The Martian or Chappaquiddick. Adam Scott has also appeared in countless tv shows and films. He most recently starred in the acclaimed HBO series Big Little Lies. On the comedy front, he is renowned for his starring role in the beloved Emmy-nominated series Parks and Recreation. His big break in television started with the cult favorite sitcom Party Down, which he starred in and produced, and since then has appeared in The Good Place, Jordan Peele’s The Twilight Zone and Netflix’s Wet Hot American Summer: Ten Years Later. Scott’s long list of roles in high-profiles films include Martin Scorsese’s The Aviator and Ben Stiller’s The Secret Life of Walter Mitty, as well as Adam McKay’s Step Brothers and Judd Apatow’s Knocked Up. Listen to Ghostwriter : cadence13.com Follow Kate & Adam: @ katemara / @ mradamscott Follow us: @ artofkindnesspod / @ robpeterpaul Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S1 E26 · Mon, December 06, 2021
DWTS' Alan Bersten On Learning Kindness From Amanda Kloots, Handling Judgement & More
ABC's Dancing with the Stars pro dancer Alan Bersten discusses being inspired by his season 6 partner Amanda Kloots, handling judgement on national TV, a major health scare that changed his entire life and much more. The Minnesota native is a television personality and fitness expert, who has appeared on the hit show Dancing with the Stars for the past six seasons. He also won Dancing with the Stars juniors and was a contestant on Fox's So You Think You Can Dance. Be sure to stay tuned for your kindness tip of the week from Robert! Follow Alan @alanbersten Follow Us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S1 E25 · Mon, November 29, 2021
My Grandmas, Stephen Sondheim & Kindness
As the holidays pick up, The Art of Kindness podcast welcomes Robert's beautiful grandmas Nanny and Nonna to share stories on kindness and why everyone should be kind. Both named Ann, these incredible women grew up in NJ and later became teachers. They have a deep appreciation for the arts and all things kind. Plus, Robert pays tribute to legendary theatre composer Stephen Sondheim (Into the Woods, Gypsy, Company, Sunday in the Park with George, Sweeney Todd and more) who passed away on November 26, 2021. Follow us: @artofkindnesspod , @robpeterpaul Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S1 E24 · Mon, November 22, 2021
Saved by the Bell's Haskiri Velazquez Experiences Kindness From Auditions to Set
Happy Thanksgiving (and birthday to my mom)! We're grateful for actress Haskiri Velazquez, who talks her hit Peacock show Saved by the Bell, self-care and kindness on set, the importance of having a routine and more. Growing up in a low-income area of Washington Heights, NY, Haskiri found her passion for entertaining at a young age. Though she had no connection or resources to follow those dreams, she had a strong belief in herself and support from a local nonprofit. Haskiri is now a working actress recently seen in Netflix's award-winning film The 40-Year-Old Version , which premiered at Sundance to rave reviews. She's most known for currently starring as Daisy in Peacock's hit reboot of Saved by the Bell , which is back for season two this week. We of course discuss the hit show, her dreams of starting a nonprofit, and tons of topics under the kindness umbrellas. Haskiri and I actually share an agent so I've had the privilege of speaking with her before and I'm always struck by the kindness she inherently exudes. Follow Haskiri @haskiri Follow us: @artofkindnesspod , @robpeterpaul Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S1 E23 · Mon, November 15, 2021
Joe Dombrowski (Teacher-Comedian): Can Kindness Be Taught?
Joe "Mr.D" Dombrowski talks going from teacher to comedian, the dangers of comparison, teaching kindness and more. Plus, Robert's fiancee Cassie Carroll makes a special appearance! Joe broke the internet in 2017 with a fake spelling test that he gave to his 4th grade class as an April Fools prank. Since being launched into the spotlight with over 20 million views, Joe has been featured on shows such as The Ellen Degeneres Show, Pickler and Ben, GMA and Buzzfeed just to name a few. However, his viral video was no mistake! Joe has been performing and writing comedy professionally since 2010 which is when he got his start in his hometown of Detroit, Michigan. Follow Joe: @mrdtimes3 Follow us: @artofkindnesspod , @robpeterpaul Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S1 E22 · Mon, November 08, 2021
Shelly Tygielski (Author of Sit Down to Rise Up) On Radical Self-Care
Author Shelly Tygielski discusses her life-changing new book “Sit Down to Rise Up: How Radical Self-Care Can Change the World," kindness and empathy, planting "seeds" and much more. Shelly Tygielski is also the founder of Pandemic of Love, a global, grass-roots, volunteer-led mutual aid community that has directly matched nearly to two million people since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, accounting for over $60 million in direct transactions. Her work has been featured in over 100 media outlets including CNN Heroes of 2020, Forbes, Upworthy, The Kelly Clarkson Show, CBS This Morning and the New York Times. Shelly has been hailed by individuals from President Joe Biden to Arianna Huffington, and Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn to Maria Shriver. Shelly is a trauma-informed mindfulness teacher named one of the “12 Powerful Women of the Mindfulness Movement” by Mindful Magazine in 2019. She teaches formalized self-care and resilience practices at organizations around the world, and is widely regarded as a self-care activist. She is happily married to her husband, Jason, and is an adoring mother to her son, Liam. As part of her own self-care, Shelly makes time for skateboarding, playing guitar and making craft cocktails. Since mid-2020, Shelly and Jason have been relocating every few months, exploring and adapting to a modern nomadic lifestyle. Learn more about Shelly & buy her book at www.shellytygielski.com . Follow us: @artofkindnesspod , @robpeterpaul Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S1 E21 · Sat, October 30, 2021
WWE Superstar Kofi Kingston & The Power of Positivity - A Halloween Treat!
WWE Superstar Kofi Kingston is a champion both in the ring and in the mind. The powerhouse discusses the chain reaction of positivity, his life-changing work with UNICEF and more in this fun and inspiring chat. Spoiler alert: his sons Khi and Orion make some adorable cameos! Kofi Kingston is powered by positivity, and he’s used it to catapult himself to new heights, including the WWE Championship. Since joining WWE in 2007, Kingston has established himself as one of WWE’s premier high-flyers. That, paired with his upbeat attitude, made him a perennial favorite of the WWE Universe as he racked up Intercontinental, United States and Tag Team Championships. Kingston also cemented his place in WWE history with a series of daredevil moments where he saved himself from elimination in several Royal Rumble Matches. Kingston is a former WWE Champion, four-time Intercontinental Champion and three-time Untied States Champion. Along with The New Day, Kingston is a 14-time Tag Team Champion and holds the record for longest Tag Team Championship reign in WWE history. Kingston is of Ghanian descent and visited his home country with UNICEF in 2019. He supports various WWE Community initiatives, including UNICEF Kid Power and the Boys & Girls Clubs of America. He is the father of two boys. Follow Kofi: @truekofi Follow us: @artofkindnesspod , @robpeterpaul Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S1 E20 · Mon, October 25, 2021
Kiernan Shipka (Chilling Adventures of Sabrina) Talks Podcast Movie Treat
Chilling Adventures of Sabrina star Kiernan Shipka discusses her new podcast movie Treat (which she stars in and produces) in a spooktacular Halloween episode of The Art of Kindness. Robert also shares three exciting pieces of news and, as always, ends the episode with a practical kindness tip of the week! Kiernan Shipka most recently played the title role of Sabrina Spellman in Netflix’s Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, and starred as Sally Draper on seven seasons of the Emmy-winning drama Mad Men. She appeared in FX’s Feud: Bette and Joan, and is starring in the upcoming HBO series The White House Plumbers and Roku limited series Swimming with Sharks. Shipka won a Screen Actors Guild award in 2009 and 2010 for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series for Mad Men. Follow Kiernan Shipka: @kiernanshipka Follow us: @robpeterpaul , @artofkindnesspod Support the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S1 E19 · Mon, October 18, 2021
Broadway & Opera Star Zachary James (The Addams Family) + Giveaway Winner!
Broadway star and internationally-acclaimed opera singer Zachary James opens up about working on The Addams Family, coping with a horrific family tragedy, mental health in America and more. Zachary James, described as a "true stage animal" by Opera News, is a globally lauded opera, concert and cabaret singer, stage and screen actor, and recording artist. Zach was named BroadwayWorld's 2010-2020 Vocalist and Performer of the Decade, the 2019 Breakout Opera Artist of the Year by Verismo Magazine, Most Innovative Opera Singer by The Classical Post and serves as an official ambassador for Opera America. He has appeared on Broadway (The Addams Family and South Pacific), on television's 30 Rock, Murphy Brown, and Succession, and on some of the world's most acclaimed opera stages, including the Metropolitan Opera, English National Opera, Teatro Real, LA Opera, and more. Follow Zachary: @theofficialzacharyjames Follow us: @robpeterpaul , @artofkindnesspod Sponsor: The Be Kind Shop Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bonus · Mon, October 11, 2021
Giveaways & Giving: Schmackary's Cookies
Halloween Giveaway #1 is LIVE: Schmackary's cookies! The Art of Kindness podcast presents No Tricks, Only Treats: a Halloween spooktacular with Robert Peterpaul featuring giveaways, ghoulishly good interviews, and more. This week we're giving listeners a chance to win a $30 gift card from famed NYC cookie shop Schmackary's. Enjoy this short & sweet episode, where Robert also discusses a kindness study that is sure to make you feel warm and fuzzy. Click to enter the Giveaway! Follow us: @robpeterpaul , @artofkindnesspod Swing Time Music: Music By Pedro Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S1 E17 · Mon, October 04, 2021
Disney Star Kimberly J Brown (Halloweentown) on the Magic of Kindness
Disney's Halloweentown star Kimberly J. Brown kicks off the Art of Kindness podcast's No Tricks, Only Treats - a Halloween spooktacular with Robert Peterpaul featuring giveaways, ghoulishly good interviews, and more. The actress talks all things kindness, growing up in the spotlight, working with the legendary Debbie Reynolds and, of course, shares behind-the-scenes treats from the Halloweentown franchise. While Kimberly J. Brown is perhaps most known for Halloweentown, she is an award-winning powerhouse who’s rocked every medium. By age 9 she had appeared on Broadway in shows like: “Les Miserables” and the Tony-winning revival of “Showboat.” She went then on to rock TV, earning an Emmy nomination for “Marah Lewis,”on TV’s longest running daytime drama, “Guiding Light,” which she played from 1993-1998 and in 2006. Other TV credits include “Law & Order: SVU,” “Touched By An Angel,” “Two of a Kind,” and more. More recently, she was seen in her recurring roles in the popular ABC soap opera “General Hospital,” the “Crossword Mysteries” movie series on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries Channel. On the feature film side, right out of the gate Kimberly earned rave reviews and an Independent Spirit Award for her role in the indie film Tumbleweeds. Some other film highlights include playing John Travolta and Uma Thurman’s assistant in Be Cool, she starred opposite Steven Martin and Queen Latifah in Bringing Down the House. Though she was also in the Disney Channel Original Movie Quints, she is stitched onto the fabric of pop culture for her magical turn as Marnie in Halloweentown 1, 2 and 3! Follow Kimberly J. Brown: @officialkjb Follow us: @robpeterpaul , @artofkindnesspod Halloween Music: FreeUseMusic on youtube Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S1 E16 · Thu, September 30, 2021
Country Singer Brittney Spencer Cares It Forward
Country singer Brittney Spencer talks little acts of kindness that changed the course of her career, how she recently gave back at a Cracker Barrel, Dolly Parton's influence and much more. Brittney Spencer is a country star on the rise. The Baltimore native toured and performed as a background singer for artists like Carrie Underwood and Christopher Cross before stepping into the spotlight with her EP Compassion, which earned rave reviews. Brittney was recently named a class member of CMT's "Next Women of Country," and chosen by Jennifer Nettles to be her mentee in efforts of uplifting and shining a light on women of color in the country music industry. Follow Brittney: @brittneyspencer Follow us: @robpeterpaul , @artofkindnesspod Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S1 E15 · Thu, September 23, 2021
Meghan Trainor Returns To Chat About Motherhood, Family & Kindness
Meghan Trainor returns to The Art of Kindness podcast! The Grammy-winning singer-songwriter talks about her baby Riley, incredible new projects like her podcast Workin' On It , learning kindness from her family and more. Follow Meghan: @meghan_trainor Follow us: @robpeterpaul , @artofkindnesspod Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S1 E14 · Mon, September 20, 2021
Jocelyn Delk Adams (TODAY, Food Network) Bakes Up Kindness
Jocelyn Delk Adams (TODAY, Food Network, Grandbaby Cakes) is making the world a happier place one treat at a time. The celebrity baker discusses learning kindness from her grandma in the kitchen, using fear as a motivator and much more. Jocelyn is the founder, author, national television personality and brand ambassador behind the award-winning cookbook Grandbaby Cakes and the food website Grandbaby-Cakes.com, which gives her family's cherished generational recipes a modern spin. Jocelyn is a TODAY Show Tastemaker, a Food Network judge on the popular series “Santa's Baking Blizzard” and “Beat Bobby Flay” and cast member of such shows as “Food Fantasies” on OWN Network and the Cooking Channel's longest running most popular shows, “Unique Sweets.” Jocelyn hopes Grandbaby Cakes will continue to encourage new generations of dessert enthusiasts to learn how to bake and create new family memories for years to come. Follow Jocelyn: @grandbabycakes Follow us: @robpeterpaul , @artofkindnesspod National Honey Board’s Honey Saves Hives program: honeysaveshives.com Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S1 E13 · Mon, September 13, 2021
Kalen Allen (The Ellen DeGeneres Show) Sees Kindness in Colors
The Ellen DeGeneres Show's Kalen Allen discusses kindness in the entertainment industry, the kindest celebrities in the business, the importance of taking time for yourself, doing the work to be on the right side of history and way more. Kalen Allen is an actor, producer, singer and TV personality. The world first fell in love with his bright personality after he went viral with his Kalen Reacts videos. In 2018, they even caught the attention of Ellen DeGeneres, who in turn invited him to appear on the show. Eventually Kalen began producing content for Ellen and now he holds a regular guest post on The Ellen Show. This ray of sunshine wears many hats (wide-brimmed usually). He's worked as a correspondent on glittering red carpets, acted as a judge on the Food Network, appeared in the Seth Rogen's HBO film An American Pickle , made his music debut with his star-studded holiday album "For Christmas Sake!" and, of course, entertained millions upon millions of people through his digital content. Kalen has a huge place in his heart for charity, supporting The Point Foundation, which empowers aspiring LGBTQ+ individuals to achieve their full academic and leadership potential. Follow Kalen: @thekalenallen Follow us: @robpeterpaul , @artofkindnesspod National Honey Board’s Honey Saves Hives program: honeysaveshives.com Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S1 E12 · Mon, September 06, 2021
Ronen Rubinstein (9-1-1: Lone Star) Uses Kindness to Make Waves
Actor and activist Ronen Rubinstein (FOX's 9-1-1: Lone Star) discuss kindness in the arts, including: the importance of giving back, the ideal way to converse with people who disagree with you, why everyone needs a pet and much more. Be sure to stick around after our chat for your kindness tip of the week! Ronen Rubinstein currently stars alongside Rob Lowe in Ryan Murphy's groundbreaking series 9-1-1: Lone Star. You may also have seem him onscreen in American Horror Stories, Smiley Face Killers, Orange Is The New Black or Dead of Summer. Offscreen, Rubinstein is a passionate activist and environmentalist, fighting to make the world a better place. He specifically advocates for climate activism and sustainability, and serves as an ambassador for The Ocean Cleanup and Project Zero. Follow Ronen: @RonenRubinstein Follow us: @robpeterpaul , @artofkindnesspod National Honey Board’s Honey Saves Hives program: honeysaveshives.com Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bonus · Mon, August 30, 2021
Short & Sweet: A Bank Robber, A Dentist & Kindness
The Art of Kindness podcast presents "Short & Sweet," a series of mini episodes featuring true stories about random acts of kindness. Tune in to hear actor, writer and host Robert Peterpaul's suspenseful story of being locked down at the dentist which resulted in a wonderful display of kindness. Follow us: @robpeterpaul , @artofkindnesspod Music: "Awake" by Ricky Valadez "Cool Vibes - Film Noire" by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S1 E10 · Mon, August 23, 2021
Broadway's Ilana Levine (Little Known Facts podcast) Is A-O-K!
Ilana Levine dissects kindness on Broadway, shares what she's learned from legends like Judith Light, Alan Alda and Kristin Chenoweth, and opens up about her powerful podcast Little Known Facts. Ilana is a Broadway star best known for playing "Lucy Van Pelt" in You're A Good Man Charlie Brown . She has also starred in the Broadway productions of Jake's Women, Wrong Mountain and The Last Night Of Ballyhoo. In addition, she has appeared in many TV shows and films including: Tanner '88, Law and Order, Damages, The Job, Cashmere Mafia, Confessions of a Shopaholic, Failure To Launch, The Nanny Diaries, Friends With Kids and Five Flights Up. Seinfeld fans will also recognize her from the infamous episode "The Contest." Ilana has carved out a beautiful place for herself in the podcast world with her incredible show Little Known Facts. Follow Ilana: @littleknownfactspodcast http://www.littleknownfactspodcast.com/ Follow us: @robpeterpaul / @artofkindnesspod Thank you to our sponsor Super Coffee: SAVE 25% at drinksupercoffee.com/aok, promo code: AOK25 Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S1 E9 · Mon, August 16, 2021
American Idol's Michael Orland Spreads Kindness Through Music
Music Director and vocal coach Michael Orland talks working on American Idol , the secret to longevity in the entertainment industry, random acts of kindness and more. Michael Orland is a music director, pianist, arranger, vocal coach, songwriter and overall champion of dreams! He's best known for serving as the Music Director and Vocal Coach on 16 seasons of American Idol . During his time on Idol he worked with countless powerhouse talents, accompanied contestants on various shows like Ellen and the TODAY show, and even produced singles like God Bless the U.S.A. and What the World Needs Now Is Love. Michael has also worked on shows like America's Got Talent , Little Big Shots and American Juniors. He plays and conducts for celebrities like Kristen Bell, Kristin Chenoweth, Idina Menzel, Ariana Grande, Jennifer Holliday, Barry Manilow, Katharine McPhee, and so many more... and has collaborated with other legends like Jennifer Lopez, Elton John and Dolly Parton. Follow Michael: @MichaelOrland Follow us: @robpeterpaul / @artofkindnesspod Episode Sponsor: BELTBOX beltyafaceoff.com Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S1 E8 · Mon, August 09, 2021
Casting Director Kate Lumpkin Curates Kindness
Casting Director Kate Lumpkin, CSA, talks learning to be kind to yourself, honoring your unique perspective, approaching casting with kindness and so much more. Kate Lumpkin is an NYC-based Casting Director in the Casting Society of America. She has put her midas touch on over 40 TV/film projects, including for FOX, and 80 theatrical productions, casting for theatres like The Kennedy Center, The A.R.T. and, recently, the Broadway national tour of Bandstand . Kate not only curates casts for stories, but communities for artists hustling to realize their dreams. She inspires up and comers as a teacher with workshops in New York and at numerous colleges and universities, and as a private coach. Follow Kate: @KateLumpkin kate-lumpkin.com Follow us: @artofkindnesspod @robpeterpaul Thank you to our sponsor Super Coffee: SAVE 25% at drinksupercoffee.com/aok, promo code: AOK25 Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S1 E7 · Mon, August 02, 2021
Shubham Goel (Netflix's The Circle) Is on a Mission to Make Social Media Kinder
Netflix's The Circle star Shubham Goel spreads kindness wherever he goes. We chat with Shooby about his experience in reality tv, how we can improve social media for the better, his bro for life Joey Sasso and much more. Shubham is a cofounder at an enterprise start up and starred on the hit Netflix show The Circle . He ran for Governor of California as the youngest candidate in 2018 and is currently getting his masters in Software Engineering from Oxford University. As always, stay tuned at the end for your kindness tip of the week! Follow Shooby: @shubham_goell Follow us: @artofkindnesspod @robpeterpaul Thank you to our sponsor Super Coffee: SAVE 25% at drinksupercoffee.com/aok, promo code: AOK25 Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S1 E6 · Mon, July 26, 2021
Caitlin Carmichael (Midnight in the Switchgrass) Talks Giving Back
Caitlin Carmichael is an actress, philanthropist and TikTok sensation. You've seen her on TV in The Good Doctor, Young Sheldon, iCarly, True Blood, and Dexter , and in movies like Epiphany , Life Itself and most recently Midnight in the Switchgrass opposite Bruce Willis and Meghan Fox. Her love for acting is only matched by her love for giving back. Caitilin is the West Coast Teen Ambassador for the American Cancer Society. She leads the Los Angeles ResearcHERS campaign, which empowers girls in STEM programs and funds female scientists in cancer research. Plus, she even started her own global foundation called StarsofBlessing.org through Starbucks to help feed homeless people. Caitlin discusses what motivates her philanthropy, the kindness behind-the-scenes of her new film and more. Follow Caitlin: @reallycaitlinxox Follow us: @artofkindnesspod @robpeterpaul Thank you to our sponsor Super Coffee: SAVE 25% at drinksupercoffee.com/aok, promo code: AOK25 Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bonus · Fri, July 23, 2021
Olympic Medalist Laurie Hernandez Shares Her Self Love Checklist
Laurie Hernandez is a two-time Olympic medalist, earning a gold and silver medal at the Olympic Games Rio 2016 as part of the “Final Five” U.S. women's gymnastics team. During a break from competition she authored two books, both NY Times bestsellers and, among other projects, appeared on Dancing With The Stars . Laurie discusses her amazing collaboration with Team Lilly, mental health, her kindness/ self care checklist (which everyone should definitely write down), having boundaries and more. Follow Laurie: @lauriehernandez Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Thank you to our sponsor Super Coffee: SAVE 25% at drinksupercoffee.com/aok, promo code: AOK25 Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S1 E4 · Mon, July 19, 2021
Meghan Trainor Is All About That Kindness
Meghan Trainor is a Grammy award-winning singer-songwriter known for empowering hits like "Lips Are Movin," "No," and "All About That Bass." The philanthropic powerhouse chats with Robert about entering motherhood, putting self care first and how her baby Riley is the ultimate motivation in this short and sweet episode. Follow Meghan: @meghantrainor Follow us: @artofkindnesspod @robpeterpaul Thank you to our sponsor Super Coffee: SAVE 25% at drinksupercoffee.com/aok, promo code: AOK25 Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S1 E3 · Mon, July 12, 2021
Kimmy Gatewood (Netflix's Glow, Good on Paper) Leads With Kindness on Set
Kimmy Gatewood (Netflix's Glow ) is an actor, director and producer who aims to create more female-driven comedies. Most recently, Kimmy directed the new Netflix film Good on Paper starring Iliza Shlesinger. Robert chats with her about leading with kindness on set, handling rejection in this crazy business and more. Over the years, Kimmy has also worked on top television series like: Girls5eva (Peacock), Crazy Ex-Girlfriend (The CW), Just Add Magic (Amazon), The Joel McHale Show with Joel McHale (Netflix) and The Baby-Sitters Club (Netflix). Follow Kimmy: @kimmygatewood Follow us: @artofkindnesspod @robpeterpaul Thank you to our sponsor: Whisps! Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bonus · Thu, July 08, 2021
Whitney Port (MTV's The Hills) Schedules Self Care
Whitney Port (MTV's The Hills ) is a CEO, Fashion Designer, Entrepreneur, Creative Consultant, Digital Influencer, and TV Personality. You probably know her best from MTV's iconic reality show The Hills and her spin-off The City , where she got the nickname "the nicest person in reality TV." Robert chats with Whitney about her latest venture, the importance of making time for self care, how she stayed positive in reality TV and more. Follow her: @WhitneyEvePort Follow us on IG: @artofkindnesspod @robpeterpaul Theme song: Ricky Valadez Thank you for listening! Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S1 E1 · Mon, July 05, 2021
Deanna Giulietti (Social Media Star/ Performer) Wants You To Love Yourself
TikTok star and performer Deanna Giulietti joins host Robert Peterpaul in kicking off The Art of Kindness podcast. Best known for shows like Jersey Boys and her OOTD viral video series, Deanna never fails to empower people with her incredible content. She discusses gaining 1.3 million followers by being the ultimate hype person, how TikTok has helped her approach auditions in a healthier way and gives incredible self-love advice that we can all use. Follow her: @DeannaGiulietti Follow us on IG: @artofkindnesspod @robpeterpaul Theme song: Ricky Valadez Thank you for listening! Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Trailer · Thu, June 10, 2021
Trailer: The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul
Introducing The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul - a new podcast that aims to converse with and celebrate artists from all areas of the entertainment industry who are using their platform to make the world a better place. Join The AOK as we sprinkle positivity into the world like confetti and get to the bottom of what kindness really means! Coming to your ears July 2021. Instagram: @artofkindesspod, @robpeterpaul Producer: RPP LLC. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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