The Hamilcast: A Hamilton Podcast show

The Hamilcast: A Hamilton Podcast

Summary: In this podcast about all things Hamilton, Hamilton-related, Hamilton-adjacent, or anything else in the Miranda universe, I (your host Gillian Pensavalle) talk to guests (and my sometimes co-host/all times husband Michael Paul Smith) about such things as: how Hamilton brings people together, how we find Ham references in everyday life, and the general brilliance of the show. I'm proud to say that we've spoken to almost everyone from the original creative team (aka "The Cabinet") including the man himself: Lin-Manuel Miranda. In addition, I've had cast members from every company, crew members, musicians, creatives, and the hard working people that keep the production alive. I've also had to pleasure of speaking to experts on the show and its history, some of my superfan friends of note, celebrity Ham enthusiasts, and everything in between.  When I started this podcast in January of 2016, I could not have imagined the incredible community that has grown around the show and the amazing experiences that have come my way. Thank you to everyone who has listened, appeared on the show, contributed, or reached out in any way. This podcast is for you and I absolutely love making it. If you have any great Ham stories or funny references that you've come across, let me know! Email TheHamilcast [at] gmail [dot] com, or contact me on social media @TheHamilcast. I also have a Patreon that has given rise to the loveliest corner of the internet, ever. You can learn more about how to be a part of that lovely corner, and how to submit questions to guests, and to be part of my monthly AMA's at https://www.patreon.com/TheHamilcast

Podcasts:

 #74: You've kept me from the room where it happens for the last time // Part One | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 35:38

Gregory Treco is in the room where the podcast happens! As the cover for Burr/Washington (and now Lafayette/Jefferson) in Hamilton on Broadway, Gregory has a unique perspective on the roles and why they are equally challenging and rewarding. We also get some fun details like how one scene in The Room Where It Happens occurs three times (!?), and the sage advice he got from his dear friend Leslie Odom Jr. Oh, and Gregory and Gillian share a mutual love of Your Obedient Servant, so that’s fun!

 #73: They'll tell the story of tonight | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 35:38

Happy Pride! We are thrilled to announce that we are partnering with GLAAD to help spread pride, love, and awareness not just during Pride Month but everyday of the year! Friends of the show and past guests, Zeke Stokes (VP of Programming at GLAAD) and Carrie-Rachel Dean (Events Manager at GLAAD) drop knowledge about the Together Movement. We talk about the importance of telling your story from the Revolution to the Resistance. And of course we do a quick Tony recap because we’re not monsters.

 #72: Ready for the moment of adrenaline // Part Two | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 38:17

Gregory Haney is back this week talking about Snapchat filters, making us laugh about his Hamilton friendships, and swooning over his adorable pup Winston. He also gives great advice about stage door etiquette and how to present your best self at auditions – and in life.

 #71: Ready for the moment of adrenaline // Part One | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 45:42

Hamilton’s Gregory Haney is on the podcast this week and we are thrilled to have him! Gregory tells us what it’s like playing some of the grimiest characters in the show: James Reynolds, Charles Lee, and George Eacker. We also talk to Gregory about his experience as La Cienega, Broadway’s first transgender high school student in Bring It On, and he dishes about being in Grease Live! Not to mention the fact that he WON GLOBAL GUTS ON NICKELODEON WHEN HE WAS 13 YEARS OLD NBD.

 #70: Emergency Podcast System! Gillian and Mike went to Hamilton! | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:15:04

In a completely unexpected turn of events, Gillian and Mike went to Hamilton again on May 23rd, 2017! We talk about how awesome standing room is, give a play-by-play of the cast, and talk about going backstage. We had a great time and we hope you enjoy our recap!

 #69: Your lieutenant when there’s reckoning to be reckoned // Part Two | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 30:52

Anthony Lee Medina is back for another round tonight and we covered so much ground! Anthony tells us what it’s like to die 16 times a week as Laurens/Philip on Broadway, how he did the role while battling E. coli (really!) and our plans for a #HamPrayLove tour to see every single cast member perform every single track in every production of Hamilton. That shouldn’t be too hard, right? Anthony also gushes over fellow cast members and describes how his world has been turned upside down since joining Hamil

 #68: Your lieutenant when there’s reckoning to be reckoned // Part One | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 37:42

Shout it to the roofTOPS! It's time for Anthony Lee Medina (John Laurens/Philip Hamilton in Hamilton on Broadway)! This week, we quickly recap Gillian seeing Hamilton the night the incomparable Donald Webber debuted as Lafayette/Jefferson, and Anthony gives a behind the scenes look from that day. Anthony also talks backstage pranks, being a self proclaimed Hamilton “reference box,” and insight into playing John Laurens & Philip Hamilton. We may or may not go on a Madonna tangent.

 #67: You sent the dogs after my scent, that's fine | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 44:27

Join us as we dive into Cherpter 22: “Stabbed in the Dark.” The hurricane is closing in on Alexander and in addition to seeing more hatred from Jefferson aka Regina George, we also get a small glimpse into Ham’s rivalry with Aaron Burr (sir). But mostly, we learn about how the haters tried to bring Hamilton down but he always failed…for now.

 #66: Dag, I amaze and astonish // Part Two | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 36:16

Shockwave is back again this week and gives us a beatbox lesson! We had so much fun and we hope you’ll try to learn along with us while you listen. Shock was also kind enough to bring some old school Hamilton goodies from 2012 and tells us about his experience coming full circle with the show.

 #65: Dag, I amaze and astonish // Part One | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 43:59

Beatboxer extraordinaire Shockwave hangs out this week and we enjoy some lovely conversation over a custom-made Shocktail. Want to know about his work on “An Open Letter” on The Hamilton Mixtape? Done. Curious how he got involved with Lin-Manuel Miranda and Freestyle Love Supreme? Look no further. Wondering about Shock’s origin story and the details on how he figured out he’s a fantastic beatboxer? You got it. Enjoy!

 #64: I'm passionately smashin' every expectation // Part Two | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 42:28

The kiki continues, fam! Javier Muñoz is still hanging out and we’re joined by listener favorite Ashley Graffeo! This week we’re getting into Javi’s activism, how he deals with haters and trolls on Twitter, and we rewiiiind to the beauty of Javi’s Cafecito! From the days of the Original Broadway Cast of Hamilton! And yes, we still reference *NSYNC and Destiny’s Child and take even more questions from our Patreon Supporters!

 #63: I'm passionately smashin' every expectation // Part One | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 54:17

Javier Muñoz is here! Yes, for real! This episode is packed, you guys. We sip on the custom-made Tom Cat cocktail as Javi tells us about his relationship with Lin-Manuel Miranda starting with In the Heights and how that impacts his experience in Hamilton, the importance of connecting with every cast member on stage, and his favorite parts of playing Hamilton. We also talk Harry Potter and reminisce about the 90s because of course. Plus! We take questions from members of our Patreon-only Facebook group.

 #62: It's a blur, sir | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 44:40

Eliza Ohman, Hamilton’s universal swing, takes time out of her insanely busy schedule to chat with us. A universal swing performs with EVERY production of Hamilton: Broadway, Chicago, and the tour! Get ready to have your mind blown as we learn how tracks differ depending on the production, how grateful Eliza is to see so many different actors portray wonderful roles, and what it was like working with Tom Hanks and Justin Bieber in Carly Rae Jepsen’s “I Really Like You” video on the coldest day of al

 #61: We ride at midnight, Manhattan in the distance // Part Two | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 32:59

Nik Walker is back for another round and this time he goes into the details of playing both Aaron Burr and George Washington on Broadway, the complexities of both men, and how going back to the text impacts his performance each night. Nik tells also us about past and future projects he’s working on, and his passion for bringing a different type of storytelling to the stage.

 #60: We ride at midnight, Manhattan in the distance // Part One | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 29:14

Nik Walker is the first George Washington on the podcast! Nik also plays Aaron Burr and Mulligan/Madison, NBD. Remember Michael Luwoye’s Waldo prank? Nik was the victim and we tell you all about how we were 100% in on it and helped make it happen. As we sip the custom-tailored The Dark Knight Rises Up cocktail, Nik tells us about joining the Broadway cast of Hamilton, how fun it is to work with so many of his closest friends, and declares a prank war on Michael Luwoye.

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