Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- My Exit Music, Please with Mikayla Renfrow

Renfrow has starred in Aladdin, Chicago, Wicked and more.

By: Jayke Workman Apr. 06, 2025

The latest episode of Oh My Pod U Guys (hosted by Jayke Workman) is here! Oh My Pod U Guys is a weekly musical theater and pop culture chat show, in which Jayke discusses current events in the world of theater and the arts, and interviews some of your favorite Broadway personalities and members of the LGBTQ+ community!

U Guys, this week’s episode has all the latest Bway updates in my BroadwayWorld Recap! Then Fresh off of graduating with a BFA from CCM, Mikayla joined the Broadway company of Wicked in the role of Nessarose. Since then, she has gone on to cover the roles of Jasmine in Disney’s Aladdin, and Velma Kelly in Chicago The Musical.

In this episode we talk about the ups and downs of navigating a blossoming career on Broadway, and what it means to use your individual voice and put your own stamp on things. Mikayla also shares some amazing stories about preparedness for last minute swing-ons, and how she stays grounded in the chaos. Mik is truly such a doll, U don’t wanna miss this episode!

I am joined by Billie Aken-Tyers, as she shares her journey from performer to director, discussing her recent appointment to the position of Resident Director for SIX The Musical. We chat about her experience as Associate Director to Tye Blue on the Off-Broadway hit, Titanique, as well as directing Laura Benanti in her own original biographical musical.

Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Giggling Schoolgirls with Michael Di Liberto

I am joined by TV actor and Broadway performer Michael Di Liberto to talk all about his amazing life in the theater! From playing roles on shows like The Gilded Age and The Blacklist, to performing in the Broadway and National Touring companies of Wicked, Michael's talents are as broad as his smile.

Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Actually and Factually with Olivia Valli

In this episode, Olivia Valli shares her journey through the world of musical theater, discussing her experiences in various roles, from Vivian in the first National Tour of Pretty Woman, to Elphaba in the National Tour of Wicked. She reflects on the importance of self-advocacy, the challenges of performing, and the joy of gardening in New Jersey.

Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- I'm Important, I'm a Clown! with Julian Manjerico

I am joined by stage and screen actor, Julian Manjerico, to talk about everything from playing a clown opposite Tom Hanks, to playing Abraham Lincoln opposite Tony-winner Cole Escola in Broadway’s Oh, Mary! A Delaware native, Julian studied musical theater at Boston University, and has made appearances in multiple films and tv shows, from Bird in Hand, to Hulu’s Adults.

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