Apparently this holiday season we're covering a lot of holiday specials, and it's about damn time! A decade ago Bill Murray made a holiday special for Netflix which may or may not be a parody of holiday specials. Jon and Shady join forces again to talk about their other podcast (Movie Deja Vu), their love for Nicolas Cage, and Christmas in general. Oh, and they talk about this special at points.Shady's Socials: @cookieoshadyPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodYouTube: @butasongpodNext episode: DOUBLE FEATURE: Babes in Toyland (1961) and Babes in Toyland (1986)!

We're doing an epically big milestone episode! Jon gathered some besties of the pod to discuss one of his past times - reacting to Reddit stories. But, Jon found some theatre related Reddit stories to read, and everyone gave their unsolicited opinions to these internet strangers. Be sure to check out out YouTube channel to watch the episode, as well as tto check out some other stories that are YouTube exclusives!Chapters:(00:00) Theme song!(01:05) Introductions!(05:10) “Costumes that are out of comfort zone?"https://www.reddit.com/r/Theatre/s/SAxNoiEBR0(18:28) “How do I tell my parents I want to study musical theatre at university?"https://www.reddit.com/r/Advice/comments/p9iqnf/how_to_tell_my_parents_i_want_to_study_musical/(28:03) “Current partner hates me doing theatre.”https://www.reddit.com/r/Theatre/s/Q6tb2cPxVZhttps://www.reddit.com/r/Theatre/s/5vlEdgwnxR(35:53) “AITA for telling my best friend she cannot be any type of actor?”https://www.reddit.com/r/AITAH/comments/1h5egoj/aitah_for_telling_my_best_friend_she_cannot_be/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=ioscss&utm_content=2&utm_term=1(42:02) “My girlfriend (29f) gets upset because I (30m) play a part that says "I love you" in comedy theatre?”https://www.reddit.com/r/relationship_advice/comments/1fpgx9c/my_girlfriend_29f_gets_upset_because_i_30m_play_a/(53:55) “AITA for refusing to not accept a role because it makes my boyfriend uncomfortable?”https://www.reddit.com/r/Theatre/comments/1k62psx/aita_for_refusing_to_not_accept_a_role_because_it/(1:02:26)“How to support your partner while in rehearsals? Plz help :)”https://www.reddit.com/r/Theatre/s/HD95plAgr4(1:12:50) “You’re taking a friend to see their first ever musical. What’s the worst possible introduction to musical theatre?”https://www.reddit.com/r/musicals/s/jxNPZHfDzb(1:26:27) Plugs!(1:31:31) Outro!Arianna's Instagram: @ladyaria_Lauren’s Instagram: @lagizz_sangsJayson's Instagram: @jaysonlkerrSierra's Instagram: @sierrareinPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodYouTube: @butasongpodNext episode: How Murray Saved Christmas!

Santa gets an understudy this episode, and it's not the movie you think it is. Marc is back to celebrate with another animated musical that is based off a book this time! He and Jon head to Stinky Cigars to see what's going on with the holidays, and how this guy Murray saves the day.Marc's Instagram: @bwayghostlightMarc's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@broadwaybyghostlightPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodNext episode: Theatre Reddit (EPISODE 500!!!)!

What's a holiday without a musical special? John is back to delve into the early days of holiday specials with Judy Garland and her family, as well as a modern day holiday special with Sabrina Carpenter and her friends! John and Jon compare the two specials in this one episode to see how the holiday special evolved, and pitch their own future special (someone give them producer credit for it).John's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/johnflynn99?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=fe3657de-b941-4ca6-97cd-56cd0d46c45dPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodNext episode: How Murray Saved Christmas!

It's the start of the holiday season! Lauren is back to venture into some of the Bob's Burgers holiday episodes, where two out of the three of them that she and Jon discuss are actual musical episodes!Lauren’s Instagram: @lagizz_sangsPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodNext episode: The Judy Garland Holiday Special/A Nonsense Christmas with Sabrina Carpenter!

We're heading back to the '80s with this beloved jukebox musical! Steven joins us on his first solo episode to not only talk about this bananas movie (in a fun way) but also about the show because as of the recording he was in a production of it! He and Jon complain about how many named actors are in this movie, rock out to the songs, and wonder why they changed so much.From the Top! link: https://linktr.ee/fromthetoppodcastPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodNext episode: Bob's Burgers Christmas Episodes (Part 1?)!

After much strong arming, Blanche got her wish and here we are. Jon is not a fan of this one (shocker) but Blanche tries really hard to change his opinion.Blanche's Instagram: @blanketjuiceThe Afictionados Links: https://linktr.ee/theafictionadosPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodNext episode: Rock of Ages!

We take a stroll down film and theatre history this episode with Marc, riding the show boat through time. Jon had a lot of questions about the stage version and Marc readily answered them. Also, Jon had a surprise for Marc this episode!Marc's Instagram: @bwayghostlightMarc's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@broadwaybyghostlightPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodNext episode: Mufasa: The Lion King!

What was a joke suggestion ended up becoming an actual episode. CB is back to talk about German group Kraftwerk, a group that Jon never heard of prior to this recording. So vibe out to the two talking about this vibe-y group.When Scary Met Stabby Instagram: @whenscarymetstabbyOld Men Yell at Cloud Instagram: @oldmenyellatcloudPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodNext episode: Show Boat (1936)!

This movie broke Jon in the best way. Jayson's back to take us back to the '80s with a movie he watched a lot as a child, and this is Jon's first time watching this movie. It's wild!Jayson’s Instagram: @jaysonlkerrPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodNext episode: Minimum-Maximum!

Over a year later Dustin makes a triumphant return to the pod to continue with this series. He and Jon head back to East High to check in with the gang where they are putting up the spring musical, Beauty and the Beast. How are the new characters and new songs? Why did they remix "The Mob Song" to be a dance battle? Will we wait another year to do season 3?Dustin's Socials: https://linktr.ee/DustinCanReadPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodYouTube: @butasongpodNext episode: The New Adventures of Pippi Longstocking (1988)!

Ian's back to talk about his buddy John Carney's latest musical movie! We head back to Ireland this episode at an undisclosed time period where Jon and Ian are just in awe of this story. Who's looking forward to more John Carney musical films?Ian's Socials: @ibrodskiIan's Website: https://www.ianjbrodsky.com/Self Indulgent Musical Podcast (SIMP) Instagram: @simpcastersPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodYouTube: @butasongpodNext episode: High School Musical, the Musical: The Series - Season 2!

Making her way through the movie musicals that the Archieverse did as musical episodes, Ashley is back to discuss JLo! She and Jon get into this musical that they both don't really know, but love this film! And JLo is a goddamn star!Ashley's Instagram: @shleebaleePodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodYouTube: @butasongpodNext episode: Flora and Son!

The dream team is back to close out yet another theme month on the pod! Kendra, Jon and Scott head to the 1930s to check in on some vampires in the South, and to praise Michael B. Jordan for playing two parts. The trio also speculate how the Academy Awards will go this year, and guess what this movie will be nominated for. Happy end to spooky season on the pod!When Scary Met Stabby Instagram: @whenscarymetstabbyWriter’s Bagel Basket Socials Instagram: @writersbagelbasketHell Is A Musical Socials Instagram: @hellisamusicalCrushgasm's Links: https://linktr.ee/CrushgasmPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodNext episode: Kiss of the Spider Woman!

Aaron's back to talk about another British filmed stage production of an American musical, however things don't go well.Aaron's Socials: @trueaaronchoiAaron's Drawing Instagram: @aaronsillustrationsinstaAaron's Twitch: @truechoistoryPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodNext episode: Sinners!

Let's get into some historical fiction! Jon loses his mind because of the historical inaccuracies, and Colden is pleasantly surprised by Jon's reactions.Colden's Social -Instagram: @coldenlambWebsite: www.coldenlamb.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ColdenLambA Marc Blitzstein Archive YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BlitzsteinArchivePodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodNext episode: Ruthless! The Musical!

Welcome back to Vivienne Medrano's version of Hell, but a different sector than the last time! Roland is back to talk about this great show, and gives us some insight to voice acting (and maybe some behind the scenes). Also: KESHA! Roland's Instagram: @rolandrusinekHelluva Boss: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-uopgYBi65HwiiDR9Y23lomAkGr9mm-SPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodNext episode: South Park: "Elementary School Musical"/"Broadway Bro Down"!

Tyler's back to revisit this cult musical that may or may not be the sequel/equal to Rocky Horror Picture Show. He helps Jon understand some of the details that Jon clearly missed, get into some more of Rocky Horror Shows His Heels, and the two rock out with this soundtrack that was shoehorned to fit this new script.Tyler's Instagram: @tylerhenryactorPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodNext episode: Helluva Boss: Season 1!

We head down the Witches' Road by way of New Jersey this episode with Blanche! She and Jon get into the Marvel comics of it all, plus Jon has some wild theories (as per usual). And they spoil the crap out of this show, just a head's up.Blanche's Instagram: @blanketjuiceThe Afictionados Links: https://linktr.ee/theafictionadosPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodNext episode: Shock Treatment (SCT #42)!

Out from the center square, Paul Lynde had a Halloween special starring Margaret Hamilton (the Wicked Witch of the West), Witchipoo, and KISS. John is back with this acid trip of a show that Jon doesn't know what he watched.John's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/johnflynn99?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=fe3657de-b941-4ca6-97cd-56cd0d46c45dPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodNext episode: Agatha All Along - Season 1!