Survival Jobs

This episode dives into an energetic and heartfelt conversation with actor, comedian, and singer Jordan Kai Burnett! Jordan opens up about the thrill of playing Heather Mooney in Romy and Michele The Musical, which just closed off-Broadway. Watch in this video.

Survival Jobs: A Podcast returns with an episode full of laughter, inspiration, and theatre sparkle! Hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo sit down with the hilarious and powerhouse performer Carly Sakolove, who is currently making her Broadway debut as Rosie in the revival of Mamma Mia! Watch in this video.

On this week's episode of Survival Jobs, hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo, sit down with the extremely talented and charming, multi-discipline artist Morgan Bassichis to talk about their one-person show Can I Be Frank?, now running at the SoHo Playhouse through September 13. Watch in this video!

On this week's episode of Survival Jobs, hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo, bring listeners an intimate, lively and heartfelt conversation with beloved stage and screen star Constance Shulman, known for Orange Is the New Black and her voice work on Nickelodeon’s animated series Doug, as she discusses her acclaimed turn in the Off-Broadway sensation Well, I’ll Let You Go. Watch in this video.

In this episode, Daniel Yearwood reflects on the importance of sharing the stories of veterans, not only the soldiers themselves but also the impact war has on the families they return to. He speaks about the incredible camaraderie with his cast and crew, and how that sense of trust and collaboration fuels the emotional intensity of each performance. Watch in this video.

On this week's episode of Survival Jobs, a Podcast, hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo, welcome the inspiring playwright, actor and Tony Award winning producer Paul Oakley Stovall, the author of Immediate Family, which is currently playing at Charlotte’s Booth Playhouse. Watch in this video.

In this video, Will Martinez, who played the lead role in the 2025 Oscar-nominated short film A Lien, shares how the film’s message resonates during a time when undocumented communities continue to face increasing hate and bigotry. He opens up about the responsibility artists have to reflect the times—and how A Lien gave voice to stories too often ignored!

In this video, Caesar Samayoa delves into the dynamic energy that Alex Timbers brings to the creative process, recounting the most valuable piece of advice he’s received from the Tony‑award winning director.

In a heartfelt and joyous celebration of Black excellence in theatre, Survival Jobs, a Podcast releases Episode 132, recorded live from the red carpet of the 2025 Black Women on Broadway Awards. Watch in this video!

This special episode features conversations from the NYC premiere of Twinless written and directed by James Sweeney , where actor Dylan O’Brien shares his experience not only starring in but also producing his first film — marking a new chapter in his artistic journey. He shared,  “you don’t really know what you’re going to get till you’re on the ground doing it. Watch in this video!

In this episode, Julia Knitel shares the exhilarating moment she learned of her Tony nomination for Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role for Dead Outlaw, delves into what makes the groundbreaking show resonate with audiences and critics alike, and discusses her unique experience as the sole female cast member in the production. Watch in this video!

Marjan Neshat, now officially the first Iranian-born actress ever nominated for Best Featured Actress in a Play, opens up about the unforgettable moment she found out about her Tony nomination for her performance in the Pulitzer Prize-winning play English. Watch the full episode in this video!

Watch in this video as Angelica reflects on her incredible rise to fame as a finalist on season 12 of the hit show America’s Got Talent, sharing the life-changing lessons she learned on that journey as a young performer. Now lighting up the stage as ‘Trisha’ in the three time Tony Award nominated musical, Angelica offers an exclusive peek into all things BOOP!

In this video, the radiant and rising Broadway star Hannah Kevitt! Currently understudying the role of Claire in the critically acclaimed new musical Maybe Happy Ending, Hannah joins the show to share the inside scoop on her whirlwind journey to Broadway and the power of believing in your path.

This video features Olivia Puckett who is currently understudying all five roles in the new limited engagement 12 week off-Broadway play, All Nighter. During the episode Olivia dives into her experience working alongside the all female cast plus the female director Jaki Bradley and female playwright Natalie Margolin.

This episode of Survival Jobs features Josh Lamon who is keeping audiences laughing out of their seats in the critically and audience acclaimed hit Broadway musical Death Becomes Her. Josh shares how  he got the role of “Stefan”, the work he does to bring the character to life, and spills the tea on working with Megan Hilty for the second time. Watch in this video.

In this video, we chat with the extraordinarily talented and inspiration queen, Lili Thomas who made history last year on Broadway as the first Asian American Mama Morton in Chicago and is currently starring as Mazeppa in the historic revival of Gypsy. In this inspirational episode, Lili shares her artistic journey and how she fought for what she knew was hers. 

In this video, the Survival Jobs panel delves into their careers spanning Broadway, film, and television, offering candid reflections on the industry and invaluable advice for performers looking to make the leap between mediums.

In this video, Lauren Hammersley opens up about why audiences continue to tune in for the series' sixth season, the misunderstood aspects of her character, Charmaine and her journey to becoming a working actor.

This video features actor and vocalist Dez Duron who made his Broadway debut in the original Broadway musical Maybe Happy Ending this fall. Duron shares why the show has been so well received by both critics and audiences, his collaboration with iconic director, Michael Arden and what he has learned from watching theatre veteran Darren Criss.