Survival Jobs

Survival Jobs Survival Jobs: A Podcast features entertaining, uplifting discussions with Creatives from all corners of the entertainment industry. The guests share their artistic journeys from working “survival” jobs that allow them to pursue their art to living their passions full time, and everything in between.




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Video: THE WHO'S TOMMY's Alexandra Matteo Shares Why Everyone Needs to See the Hit Revival
Video: THE WHO'S TOMMY's Alexandra Matteo Shares Why Everyone Needs to See the Hit Revival
April 18, 2024

In this video, Alexandra shares not only about a few of her memorable survival jobs early in her journey, but also about how she got involved in this stunning new production of The Who’s TOMMY, and how this role is different than her other Broadway journeys, including Mrs. Doubtfire, A Bronx Tale and Annie. 

Video: Naomi Lorrain and Toby Onwumere Discuss Why JORDANS Is So Timely and Important
Video: Naomi Lorrain and Toby Onwumere Discuss Why JORDANS Is So Timely and Important
April 11, 2024

In this video, Naomi and Toby discuss how decision makers in the greater theatre community can be more inclusive and representative of Black and Brown performers and a peak into the rehearsal process working with prolific director Whitney White and working alongside the iconic actor Kate Walsh.

Video: Robert Bannon Shares How He Juggles a Hit Podcast and Working As a 5th Grade Teacher
Video: Robert Bannon Shares How He Juggles a Hit Podcast and Working As a 5th Grade Teacher
April 4, 2024

In this hilarious episode, Bannon joins the hosts to discuss his latest venture: exclusive roundtable episodes airing every Friday on BroadwayWorld. Listeners will gain insight into Bannon’s remarkable balancing act, as he navigates his role as a full-time fifth-grade teacher while engaging in captivating interviews with renowned entertainers for his podcast.

Video: WICKED's Natalie Ortega Dishes On Making Her Broadway Debut
Video: WICKED's Natalie Ortega Dishes On Making Her Broadway Debut
March 28, 2024

Listeners are in for a treat as Natalie opens up about her audition experience for the role and shares candid insights into her experience stepping onto the Broadway stage for the very first time. But that's not all - Natalie also discusses her viral hit single 'Step Stool,' which has taken social media by storm as a comedy sensation. Listeners will get a behind-the-scenes look at the inspiration behind the song and Natalie's unexpected journey to viral fame.

Video: SUFFS Cast and Creatives Unite for Inspiring Women's History Month Conversation
Video: SUFFS Cast and Creatives Unite for Inspiring Women's History Month Conversation
March 21, 2024

In an exciting and special Women's History Month episode of the podcast Survival Jobs, recorded live at The Museum of Broadway, Co-Host Samantha Tuozzolo sits down with some exceptionally talented and powerful members of the cast and creative team of the highly anticipated new musical, Suffs. Watch the full conversation in this video!

Video: Sherz Aletaha Dishes On Making Her Broadway Debut in MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG
Video: Sherz Aletaha Dishes On Making Her Broadway Debut in MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG
March 14, 2024

In an exciting new video of the podcast Survival Jobs, hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo sit down with the exceptionally talented and captivating Sherz Aletaha, currently making her Broadway debut in the highly acclaimed revival of Merrily We Roll Along at the prestigious Hudson Theatre.

Video: Go Inside the Survival Jobs Season 3 Launch Party
Video: Go Inside the Survival Jobs Season 3 Launch Party
March 12, 2024

Survival Jobs, the beloved podcast known for its insightful conversations with Broadway's brightest talents, kicked off its highly anticipated third season with a dazzling launch party at BEA in Midtown Manhattan. Go inside the night in this video.

Video: SPAMALOT Star Jonathan Bennett Spills the Tea on Making His Broadway Debut in the Hit Revival
Video: SPAMALOT Star Jonathan Bennett Spills the Tea on Making His Broadway Debut in the Hit Revival
March 7, 2024

in this video, Jonathan shares where he was when he found out he booked his first Broadway show,  how the Broadway community has embraced him as he transitioned back to theatre from film and television, and why Spamalot is a must see show before its limited engagement ends on April 7! 

Photos: Survival Jobs Podcast Celebrates Season Three with Star-Studded Launch Party
Photos: Survival Jobs Podcast Celebrates Season Three with Star-Studded Launch Party
March 4, 2024

Survival Jobs, the beloved podcast known for its insightful conversations with Broadway's brightest talents, kicked off its highly anticipated third season with a dazzling launch party last night at BEA in Midtown Manhattan. Check out photos from inside the big night!

Video: KIMBERLY AKIMBO Cast Shares Why the Shows Message is Resonating So Loudly with Audiences
Video: KIMBERLY AKIMBO Cast Shares Why the Shows Message is Resonating So Loudly with Audiences
September 28, 2023

Before closing out the episode with a fun game of  “Victoria Clark Trivia”, the cast shares a compelling variety of survival jobs including Hardy being a server at seafood joint that served imitation crab meat, Hogan quitting  the Century 21 department store after an argument with a rude customer, White who was a nanny for a wealthy family who demanded she make made change for a $5 bill and Iskander who worked in a medical office, even with a fear of blood! 

Video: Dana Steingold Shares Why Audiences Need to Pay a Visit to THE COTTAGE
Video: Dana Steingold Shares Why Audiences Need to Pay a Visit to THE COTTAGE
September 15, 2023

Steingold shares her experience working alongside so many television and theatre veterans in the cast and crew including Eric McCormack, Laura Bell Bundy and Lilli Cooper among others. She also dives into why audiences need to pay a visit to show sooner rather than later!  

Exclusive: WALKING WITH BUBBLES- A Post-Show Talkback
Exclusive: WALKING WITH BUBBLES- A Post-Show Talkback
September 1, 2023

The incredible duo of Jessica Hendy (writer and actor) and Brianna Kothari Barnes (composer/lyricist) sat down with us to talk about the journey of bringing this beautiful, heartfelt and mind-blowing one woman show to life. Before closing out the episode with a fun game of “One Woman Show Trivia”, the duo dives into their previous survival jobs and share what is coming next in the journey of “Walking with Bubbles”!  

Listen: Maria Bilbao, Ashley D. Kelley, and Jake Pedersen Dish on Making Their Broadway Debuts
Listen: Maria Bilbao, Ashley D. Kelley, and Jake Pedersen Dish on Making Their Broadway Debuts
August 5, 2023

Taped during a live panel at the 2023 BroadwayCon event on Friday, July 21, the actors give us a glimpse into their artistic journeys from working a memorable ‘survival job’ to the audition process for their respective shows and where they were when they got the call that they had booked their first Broadway gig!   

Video: SWEENEY TODD's Nicholas Christopher Spills the Tea on the Hit Revival
Video: SWEENEY TODD's Nicholas Christopher Spills the Tea on the Hit Revival
July 23, 2023

In this video, Survival Jobs welcomes Nicholas Christopher, who is currently portraying the roles of ‘Pirelli' and the ‘Sweeney Todd’ understudy in the Broadway revival of “Sweeney Todd”, currently playing at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre. Christopher shares his behind the scenes of what it was like performing  the titular role with less than three hours notice, why the iconic show continues to resonate with audiences through the years and working alongside his big brother Jonathan Christopher in the same company! 

Video: WICKED Dance Captain Lisa Finegold Shares How She Leads Every Project with Love
Video: WICKED Dance Captain Lisa Finegold Shares How She Leads Every Project with Love
June 24, 2023

In this video, Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo are back with the wonderfully talented and humble Lisa Finegold who is currently the Dance Captain and Swing in the Broadway company of “Wicked”, currently playing at the Gershwin Theatre. Finegold shares her favorite part of being in the iconic groundbreaking show and what she loves about wearing so many different hats as part of the company.  

Video: Talking Tonys with the Nominees from COST OF LIVING
Video: Talking Tonys with the Nominees from COST OF LIVING
June 7, 2023

Though Cost of Living played its final Broadway performance over seven months ago, the Pulitzer Prize-winning play certainly was not forgotten by the nominating committee of the Tony Awards. It was nominated for five awards, three of which for its stars- Katy Sullivan, Kara Young, and David Zayas.

Video: John Behlmann Shares the Inside Scoop on Everything SHUCKED
Video: John Behlmann Shares the Inside Scoop on Everything SHUCKED
April 29, 2023

Your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo are back with the insanely talented and handsome triple threat, John Behlmann who is currently starring as Gordy in the hit new Broadway musical, SHUCKED, currently playing at the Nederlander Theatre. Behlmann shares why he believes audiences are flocking to the theater in droves to see the country musical comedy, how the show has changed since its Salt Lake City premiere last fall and the full circle moment between himself and music icon Reba McIntire .

Video: Sami Gayle and Morgan Higgins Share Why Audiences Are Having a Ball at BAD CINDERELLA
Video: Sami Gayle and Morgan Higgins Share Why Audiences Are Having a Ball at BAD CINDERELLA
April 15, 2023

In this video, watch as Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo are back with two amazingly talented and insightful guests, Sami Gayle and Morgan Higgins who play the Evil Step Sisters Adele and Marie in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Bad Cinderella, currently playing at the Imperial Theatre on Broadway.

Video: Alex Joseph Grayson Spills all the Tea on the PARADE
Video: Alex Joseph Grayson Spills all the Tea on the PARADE
March 25, 2023

Your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo are back with the mega talented, charming and kind actor Alex Joseph Grayson, who is currently playing ‘Jim Conley’ in Broadway’s hottest musical revival Parade. Watch the full video!

Video: Lucy Freyer Dishes on Working Alongside Katie Holmes in THE WANDERERS
Video: Lucy Freyer Dishes on Working Alongside Katie Holmes in THE WANDERERS
March 11, 2023

After a brief hiatus your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo are back with the extremely candid, funny and talented actor Lucy Freyer, who is currently playing ‘Esther’ in Anna Ziegler’s The Wanderers. Check out the full video!



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