Survival Jobs: A Podcast

Survival Jobs Podcast
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Jun 6, 2025 • 26min

Episode 130 | 2025 Tony Award Predictions

Just in time for Broadway’s biggest night, the 2025 Tony Awards, Survival Jobs hosts ⁠Jason A. Coombs⁠ and⁠ Samantha Tuozzolo⁠ drop a special bonus episode today featuring The Theatre Podcast host and Broadway insider Alan Seales. This fun, laid-back conversation is packed with 2025 Tony Award predictions, hot takes, and heartfelt reflections on this year’s standout nominees. Whether you’re a seasoned theatergoer or just catching Tony fever, this bonus episode is the perfect companion to the excitement building up to Sunday night.This special episode was recorded live at the WelcomeToTimesSquare.com Studios in New York City!  This celebratory episode shines a spotlight on the incredible artistry represented in this year’s nominees and invites listeners to laugh, debate, and cheer along as the trio shares their favorite picks and unexpected predictions. Don’t miss out—stream the episode now on all podcast platforms, and get ready for the 2025 Tony Awards airing Sunday, June 8 at 8 p.m. ET on CBS! This episode is powered by WelcomeToTimesSquare.com, the billboard where you can be a star for a day! Lastly, the exclusive video interview can be found Youtube, while the audio-only version of the episode is available on  ⁠Broadway Podcast Network⁠ as well as popular platforms such as⁠ Apple Podcasts⁠,⁠ Spotify⁠,⁠ Audible⁠ etc. Tune in now for insights, inspiration, and entertainment! You can support the podcast and the hosts at ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.buymeacoffee.com/SurvivalJobsPod⁠⁠⁠⁠. Support Your Hosts: Broadway World Article on our ⁠⁠⁠⁠Season 3 Launch Party⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Samantha: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Jason on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out⁠⁠⁠⁠ Jason's Official Website here⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠Samantha's official website here⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out and support ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Bridgeport Film Fest⁠⁠⁠⁠ Support Our Guest: Follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠Alan Seales ⁠⁠⁠⁠on Instagram Follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Theatre Podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on Instagram If you enjoy Survival Jobs: A Podcast be sure to subscribe and follow us on your preferred podcast listening app! Also, feel free to follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠ Thank you!! Important Links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Supporting Transgender People in Your Life...⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Support the citizens of Gaza⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Native Land Map⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Abortion Funds Website⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Plan C Pills Website⁠⁠⁠⁠ National Write Your Congressman ⁠⁠⁠⁠Link⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Where to Donate to Support Access to Abortions Right Now⁠⁠⁠⁠ Please don't become complacent: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Support the Black Mamas Matter Alliance⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Support Families Detained and Separated at the Border. ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Support the AAPI Civic Engagement Fund.⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Support Black Trans Folx here⁠⁠⁠⁠ Donate to the ⁠⁠⁠⁠Community League of the Heights (CLOTH)⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Support the People of Palestine⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠How to be an Ally to the AAPI Community⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up⁠⁠⁠⁠ Opening and Closing Theme Music: ⁠⁠⁠⁠"One Love" by Beats by Danny⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Game Music: ⁠⁠⁠⁠"Wake Up" by MBB.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jun 5, 2025 • 1h 3min

Episode 129 | Julia Knitel: "2025 Tony Award Nominee"

Just ahead of the 2025 Tony Awards, Survival Jobs, a Podcast, hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo sit down for a powerful and heartfelt in-person conversation with Tony Award nominee Julia Knitel, recorded live at the WelcomeToTimesSquare.com Studios in New York City!  In this episode, 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. She also reflects on her Broadway debut in Bye Bye Birdie revival and recounts one of her most memorable “survival jobs” that paved her path to Broadway. The episode concludes with a lively “Would You Rather: Tony Awards Edition” game, offering listeners a hilarious and insightful glimpse into Knitel’s charming personality and preferences! Tickets for Dead Outlaw are available at the Longacre Theatre or online here.  Before Knitel joins the conversation, hosts Jason and Samantha conduct a mic check, reminiscing about the most exciting and memorable events of the 2025  Broadway Season—from red carpets and galas to opening nights and the remarkable shows that defined the year. Be sure to tune in to the 2025 Tony Awards on Sunday, June 8 live on CBS at 8:00pm EST! This episode is powered by WelcomeToTimesSquare.com, the billboard where you can be a star for a day! Lastly, the exclusive video interview can be found here on Broadway World, while the audio-only version of the episode is available on  Broadway Podcast Network as well as popular platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible etc. Tune in now for insights, inspiration, and entertainment! You can support the podcast and the hosts at ⁠⁠⁠www.buymeacoffee.com/SurvivalJobsPod⁠⁠⁠. Support Your Hosts: Broadway World Article on our ⁠⁠⁠Season 3 Launch Party⁠⁠⁠ Follow Samantha: ⁠⁠⁠Instagram ⁠⁠⁠ Follow Jason on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram ⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Twitter.⁠⁠⁠ Check out⁠⁠⁠ Jason's Official Website here⁠⁠⁠ Check out ⁠⁠⁠Samantha's official website here⁠⁠⁠ Check out and support ⁠⁠⁠The Bridgeport Film Fest⁠⁠⁠ Support Our Guest: Follow ⁠⁠⁠Julia Knitel ⁠⁠⁠on Instagram If you enjoy Survival Jobs: A Podcast be sure to subscribe and follow us on your preferred podcast listening app! Also, feel free to follow us on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠ Thank you!! Important Links: ⁠⁠⁠Supporting Transgender People in Your Life...⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Support the citizens of Gaza⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Native Land Map⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Abortion Funds Website⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Plan C Pills Website⁠⁠⁠ National Write Your Congressman ⁠⁠⁠Link⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Where to Donate to Support Access to Abortions Right Now⁠⁠⁠ Please don't become complacent: ⁠⁠⁠Support the Black Mamas Matter Alliance⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Support Families Detained and Separated at the Border. ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Support the AAPI Civic Engagement Fund.⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Support Black Trans Folx here⁠⁠⁠ Donate to the ⁠⁠⁠Community League of the Heights (CLOTH)⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Support the People of Palestine⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠How to be an Ally to the AAPI Community⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up⁠⁠⁠ Opening and Closing Theme Music: ⁠⁠⁠"One Love" by Beats by Danny⁠⁠⁠ | Game Music: ⁠⁠⁠"Wake Up" by MBB.⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 29, 2025 • 57min

Episode 128 | Marjan Neshat: "2025 Tony Award Nominee"

In a brand new episode of Survival Jobs, a Podcast, hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo sit down for a powerful and heartfelt in-person conversation with 2025 Tony Award nominee Marjan Neshat, recorded live at the  WelcomeToTimesSquare.com Studios in New York City! Marjan, 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. She reflects on the emotional weight and cultural significance of her role, the joy of being recognized, and what it means to be a groundbreaking artist during turbulent political times. In this candid and wide-ranging discussion, Marjan also dives into her journey navigating careers across television, film, and stage—sharing valuable insights, humorous moments, and deeply resonant truths about being an artist today. She also shares how her training as a theatre actor came in extra handy during filming Netflix’s hit show, The Night Agent.  The episode wraps with a lively Tony Awards trivia game that brings out Marjan’s infectious laugh and playful nerves. Be sure to tune in to the 2025 Tony Awards on Sunday, June 8 live on CBS at 8:00pm EST!  This episode is powered by WelcomeToTimesSquare.com, the billboard where you can be a star for a day! Lastly, the exclusive video interview can be found here on Broadway World, while the audio-only version of the episode is available on  Broadway Podcast Network as well as popular platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible etc. Tune in now for insights, inspiration, and entertainment! You can support the podcast and the hosts at ⁠⁠www.buymeacoffee.com/SurvivalJobsPod⁠⁠. Support Your Hosts: Broadway World Article on our ⁠⁠Season 3 Launch Party⁠⁠ Follow Samantha: ⁠⁠Instagram ⁠⁠ Follow Jason on ⁠⁠Instagram ⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Twitter.⁠⁠ Check out⁠⁠ Jason's Official Website here⁠⁠ Check out ⁠⁠Samantha's official website here⁠⁠ Check out and support ⁠⁠The Bridgeport Film Fest⁠⁠ Support Our Guest: Follow ⁠⁠Marjan Neshat ⁠⁠on Instagram If you enjoy Survival Jobs: A Podcast be sure to subscribe and follow us on your preferred podcast listening app! Also, feel free to follow us on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ Thank you!! Important Links: ⁠⁠Supporting Transgender People in Your Life...⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Support the citizens of Gaza⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Native Land Map⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Abortion Funds Website⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Plan C Pills Website⁠⁠ National Write Your Congressman ⁠⁠Link⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Where to Donate to Support Access to Abortions Right Now⁠⁠ Please don't become complacent: ⁠⁠Support the Black Mamas Matter Alliance⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Support Families Detained and Separated at the Border. ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Support the AAPI Civic Engagement Fund.⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Support Black Trans Folx here⁠⁠ Donate to the ⁠⁠Community League of the Heights (CLOTH)⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Support the People of Palestine⁠⁠ ⁠⁠How to be an Ally to the AAPI Community⁠⁠ ⁠⁠168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color⁠⁠ ⁠⁠The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up⁠⁠ Opening and Closing Theme Music: ⁠⁠"One Love" by Beats by Danny⁠⁠ | Game Music: ⁠⁠"Wake Up" by MBB.⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 22, 2025 • 50min

Episode 127 | Angelica Hale: "America's Got Talent"

After a brief hiatus, your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo are back with another can't-miss episode of Survival Jobs —this time sitting down with the sensational Angelica Hale, the powerhouse vocalist and breakout star of Broadway’s BOOP! In this dynamic conversation, 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! Listeners will be captivated as Angelica opens up about working alongside an all-star cast and crew, including the magnetic Tony Award nominee Jasmine Amy Rogers, Grammy winning composer David Foster,  and the incomparable Anastacia McCleskey. From its energetic performances, dazzling choreography and empowering message, Angelica explains why audiences need to flock to BOOP! before tickets are gone. Plus, she joins the hosts for a hilarious round of From Animation to Standing Ovation—a special trivia game all about cartoon characters who’ve taken center stage on Broadway.  Whether you're a theater lover, AGT superfan, or just need a boost of joy and inspiration, this episode is a must-listen celebration of resilience, sisterhood, and chasing your dreams in sparkly red heels. Tickets for BOOP! are now available online here or at the Broadhurst Theatre box office! Kicking off the episode with a mic check, Jason and Samantha chat about the current season of the thrilling Hulu series, “The Handmaid's Tale”. Lastly, the exclusive video interview can be found here on Broadway World, while the audio-only version of the episode is available on  Broadway Podcast Network as well as popular platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible etc. Tune in now for insights, inspiration, and entertainment! You can support the podcast and the hosts at ⁠www.buymeacoffee.com/SurvivalJobsPod⁠. Support Your Hosts: Broadway World Article on our ⁠Season 3 Launch Party⁠ Follow Samantha: ⁠Instagram ⁠ Follow Jason on ⁠Instagram ⁠ | ⁠Twitter.⁠ Check out⁠ Jason's Official Website here⁠ Check out ⁠Samantha's official website here⁠ Check out and support ⁠The Bridgeport Film Fest⁠ Support Our Guest: Follow ⁠Angelica Hale ⁠on Instagram Follow Angelica Hale ⁠⁠on Facebook Follow Angelica Hale on YouTube If you enjoy Survival Jobs: A Podcast be sure to subscribe and follow us on your preferred podcast listening app! Also, feel free to follow us on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠TikTok⁠ Thank you!! Important Links: ⁠Supporting Transgender People in Your Life...⁠ ⁠Support the citizens of Gaza⁠ ⁠Native Land Map⁠ ⁠Abortion Funds Website⁠ ⁠Plan C Pills Website⁠ National Write Your Congressman ⁠Link⁠ ⁠Where to Donate to Support Access to Abortions Right Now⁠ Please don't become complacent: ⁠Support the Black Mamas Matter Alliance⁠ ⁠Support Families Detained and Separated at the Border. ⁠ ⁠Support the AAPI Civic Engagement Fund.⁠ ⁠Support Black Trans Folx here⁠ Donate to the ⁠Community League of the Heights (CLOTH)⁠ ⁠Support the People of Palestine⁠ ⁠How to be an Ally to the AAPI Community⁠ ⁠168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color⁠ ⁠The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up⁠ Opening and Closing Theme Music: ⁠"One Love" by Beats by Danny⁠ | Game Music: ⁠"Wake Up" by MBB.⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 22, 2025 • 51min

Episode 126 | Live from "JUST IN TIME" Opening Night!

Survival Jobs Co-Host Samantha Tuozzolo is live from the iconic opening night carpet of Just In Time on Broadway which took place on April 23,2025. Featuring interviews with VIP arrivals, creatives and cast of the show including 2025 Tony Award nominee's Jonathan Groff and Gracie Lawrence. The episode is available on Broadway Podcast Network as well as popular platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible etc. Tune in now for all of the buzz from this Tony Nominated show! You can support the podcast and the hosts at www.buymeacoffee.com/SurvivalJobsPod. Support Your Hosts: If you enjoy Survival Jobs: A Podcast be sure to subscribe and follow us on your preferred podcast listening app! Also, feel free to follow us on Instagram and TikTok Thank you!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 22, 2025 • 1h 39min

Episode 125 | Live from "SMASH" Opening Night!

Survival Jobs Co-Host Samantha Tuozzolo is live from the buzzing opening carpet of SMASH on Broadway which took place on April 10,2025.Featuring interviews with cast and creatives of the show as well as VIP arrivals! Lastly, the audio-only version of the episode is available on Broadway Podcast Network as well as popular platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible etc. Tune in now for insights, inspiration, and entertainment!You can support the podcast and the hosts at www.buymeacoffee.com/SurvivalJobsPod.Support Your Hosts: Broadway World Article on our Season 3 Launch Party Follow Samantha: Instagram Follow Jason on Instagram | Twitter. Check out Jason's Official Website here Check out Samantha's official website here Check out and support The Bridgeport Film Fest If you enjoy Survival Jobs: A Podcast be sure to subscribe and follow us on your preferred podcast listening app! Also, feel free to follow us on Instagram and TikTok Thank you!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 3, 2025 • 1h 3min

Episode 124 | Edwina Findley: "Motivator"

Your favorite podcast hosts  Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo , are back with another can’t miss episode of “Survival Jobs”, featuring Edwina Findley, the exceptionally talented, hilarious, actress who has been in our favorite films and television shows including The Wire, Brothers and Sisters,  Fear the Walking Dead, The Power, Get Hard, If Loving You Is Wrong, Insidious 2 and so many more, over the last 20+ years! Edwina can currently be seen lighting up the screen as Sheila in Netflix’s new hit series The Residence, starring Uzo Aduba and produced by none other than Shondaland.In this heartfelt and empowering conversation, Edwina opens up about how she manifested this dream role on April Fool’s Day 2022—yes, really! She shares what it’s like to act opposite Uzo Aduba, one of her longtime friends from the vibrant New York City theater scene, and why The Residence should be on everyone’s must-watch list.The episode is packed with gems, including a fun game of Shondaland Trivia and a moment fans have been waiting for—Edwina finally clears up that lingering Wikipedia rumor about her being roommates with the legendary Viola Davis. She also gives listeners a sneak peek into her upcoming, highly anticipated book, The World Is Waiting For You, a guide to living boldly and manifesting your wildest dreams which is available for pre-order now wherever books are sold.Kicking off the episode with a special mic check, Jason and Samantha take a moment to reflect on four years of building Survival Jobs from the ground up—reminiscing about their very first guest, three-time Tony Award nominee and friend of the pod, Robin De Jesús.This episode is a celebration of resilience, artistry, and the magic that happens when preparation meets purpose. Don’t miss it! All eight episodes of The Residence are now streaming on NetflixLastly, the exclusive video interview can be found here on Broadway World, while the audio-only version of the episode is available on  Broadway Podcast Network as well as popular platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible etc. Tune in now for insights, inspiration, and entertainment!You can support the podcast and the hosts at www.buymeacoffee.com/SurvivalJobsPod.Support Your Hosts: Broadway World Article on our Season 3 Launch Party Follow Samantha: Instagram Follow Jason on Instagram | Twitter. Check out Jason's Official Website here Check out Samantha's official website here Check out and support The Bridgeport Film Fest Support Our Guest: Follow Edwina Findley on Instagram Follow Edwina Findley on Facebook Email Edwina Findley at Team@EdwinaFindley.com The Residence Trailer If you enjoy Survival Jobs: A Podcast be sure to subscribe and follow us on your preferred podcast listening app! Also, feel free to follow us on Instagram and TikTok Thank you!!Important Links: Supporting Transgender People in Your Life... Support the citizens of Gaza Native Land Map Abortion Funds Website Plan C Pills Website National Write Your Congressman Link Where to Donate to Support Access to Abortions Right Now Please don't become complacent: Support the Black Mamas Matter Alliance Support Families Detained and Separated at the Border. Support the AAPI Civic Engagement Fund. Support Black Trans Folx here Donate to the Community League of the Heights (CLOTH) Support the People of Palestine How to be an Ally to the AAPI Community 168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up Opening and Closing Theme Music: "One Love" by Beats by Danny | Game Music: "Wake Up" by MBB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Mar 28, 2025 • 58min

Episode 123 | Hannah Kevitt: "Yoga Teacher"

Your favorite podcast hosts  Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo , are thrilled to announce the latest episode of the “Survival Jobs”, featuring 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.In this candid and inspiring conversation, Hannah opens up about her audition experience for Maybe Happy Ending, the emotional and professional significance of manifesting her dream opportunities, and what it was like stepping into the role of Claire for an entire week—opposite none other than superstar Darren Criss. She also reflects on her magical Broadway debut in Back to the Future and how that first big booking changed everything.The episode wraps with an energetic game of word association and a heartfelt discussion about Hannah’s dream roles, making this episode a must for theater fans, aspiring performers, and anyone who believes in the magic of timing and tenacity. Tune in now and find out why Maybe Happy Ending might just be your new favorite show—and why Hannah Kevitt is one to watch! Tickets for Maybe Happy Ending are available at the Belasco Theatre box office or online here. The episode opens with Jason and Samantha discussing the new trailer for the upcoming Final Destination sequel, Final Destination: Bloodlines which is already the second most watched horror trailer of all time, and the hit Netflix television show The Residence starring Uzo Aduba and created by Shonda Rhimes! Lastly, the exclusive video interview can be found here on Broadway World, while the audio-only version of the episode is available on  Broadway Podcast Network as well as popular platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible etc. Tune in now for insights, inspiration, and entertainment!You can support the podcast and the hosts at www.buymeacoffee.com/SurvivalJobsPod.Support Your Hosts: Broadway World Article on our Season 3 Launch Party Follow Samantha: Instagram Follow Jason on Instagram | Twitter. Check out Jason's Official Website here Check out Samantha's official website here Check out and support The Bridgeport Film Fest Support Our Guest: Follow Hannah Kevitt on InstagramIf you enjoy Survival Jobs: A Podcast be sure to subscribe and follow us on your preferred podcast listening app! Also, feel free to follow us on Instagram and TikTok Thank you!!Important Links: Supporting Transgender People in Your Life... Support the citizens of Gaza Native Land Map US Interior Indian Affairs NPR: "How To Help Puerto Rico" Article How to Help the People of Florida Article Abortion Funds Website Plan C Pills Website National Write Your Congressman Link How to help Uvalde families NPR Article Where to Donate to Support Access to Abortions Right Now Please don't become complacent: Support the Black Mamas Matter Alliance Support Families Detained and Separated at the Border. Support the AAPI Civic Engagement Fund. Support Black Trans Folx here Donate to the Community League of the Heights (CLOTH) Support the People of Palestine How to be an Ally to the AAPI Community 168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs Opening and Closing Theme Music: "One Love" by Beats by Danny | Game Music: "Wake Up" by MBB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Mar 20, 2025 • 48min

Episode 122 | Olivia Puckett: "Nanny"

Your favorite podcast hosts  Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo , are thrilled to announce the latest episode of the “Survival Jobs”, featuring the amazingly talented and insightful 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. Plus she shares her personal process of understudying so many different roles in one play. Listeners will also get an inside look at Olivia’s survival job journeys including working as a nanny, receptionist, restaurant work and even her current survival job! The episode concludes with an engaging game called “Fill in the Lyric” based on some of the shows she has previously been a part of including Hamilton, Dear Evan Hanson and Motown the Musical, among others!The episode opens with Jason and Samantha discussing the hit new Broadway play Purpose by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins and directed by Phylicia Rashad.Lastly, the exclusive video interview can be found here on Broadway World, while the audio-only version of the episode is available on  Broadway Podcast Network as well as popular platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible etc. Tune in now for insights, inspiration, and entertainment!You can support the podcast and the hosts at www.buymeacoffee.com/SurvivalJobsPod.Support Your Hosts: Broadway World Article on our Season 3 Launch Party Follow Samantha: Instagram Follow Jason on Instagram | Twitter. Check out Jason's Official Website here Check out Samantha's official website here Check out and support The Bridgeport Film Fest Support Our Guests: Follow Olivia Puckett on Instagram Follow Olivia Puckett on TikTok If you enjoy Survival Jobs: A Podcast be sure to subscribe and follow us on your preferred podcast listening app! Also, feel free to follow us on Instagram and TikTok Thank you!!Important Links: Supporting Transgender People in Your Life... Support the citizens of Gaza Native Land Map US Interior Indian Affairs NPR: "How To Help Puerto Rico" Article How to Help the People of Florida Article Abortion Funds Website Plan C Pills Website National Write Your Congressman Link How to help Uvalde families NPR Article Where to Donate to Support Access to Abortions Right Now Please don't become complacent: Support the Black Mamas Matter Alliance Support Families Detained and Separated at the Border. Support the AAPI Civic Engagement Fund. Support Black Trans Folx here Donate to the Community League of the Heights (CLOTH) Support the People of Palestine How to be an Ally to the AAPI Community 168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs Opening and Closing Theme Music: "One Love" by Beats by Danny | Game Music: "Wake Up" by MBB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Mar 6, 2025 • 1h 9min

Episode 121 | Josh Lamon: "Tour Guide"

Your favorite podcast hosts  Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo , are thrilled to announce the latest episode of the “Survival Jobs”, featuring the wonderfully talented and hilarious gem, Josh Lamon who is keeping audiences laughing out of their seats in the critically and audience acclaimed hit Broadway musical “Death Becomes Her”. Joshua shares how he  he got the role of “Stefan”, the work he does to bring the character to life, and spills the tea on working Megan Hilty for the second time after previously starring together in Wicked on Broadway. Listeners will also get an inside look at Joshua’s survival job journeys including working as a telephone sex operator,  a tour guide, an audition coach and more! The episode concludes with an engaging game called “How Well Do You Know Your Cast”.The episode opens with Jason and Samantha discussing the inspiring Black Theater Coalition's 2nd Annual Building the Change Gala and the exciting 2025 Academy Awards with the incredible Wicked Opening Performance with Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo..Lastly, the exclusive video interview can be found here on Broadway World, while the audio-only version of the episode is available on  Broadway Podcast Network as well as popular platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible etc. Tune in now for insights, inspiration, and entertainment!You can support the podcast and the hosts at www.buymeacoffee.com/SurvivalJobsPod.Support Your Hosts: Broadway World Article on our Season 3 Launch Party Follow Samantha: Instagram Follow Jason on Instagram | Twitter. Check out Jason's Official Website here Check out Samantha's official website here Check out and support The Bridgeport Film Fest Support Our Guests: Follow Joshua Lamon If you enjoy Survival Jobs: A Podcast be sure to subscribe and follow us on your preferred podcast listening app! Also, feel free to follow us on Instagram and TikTok Thank you!!Important Links: Supporting Transgender People in Your Life... Support the citizens of Gaza Native Land Map US Interior Indian Affairs NPR: "How To Help Puerto Rico" Article How to Help the People of Florida Article Abortion Funds Website Plan C Pills Website National Write Your Congressman Link How to help Uvalde families NPR Article Where to Donate to Support Access to Abortions Right Now Please don't become complacent: Support the Black Mamas Matter Alliance Support Families Detained and Separated at the Border. Support the AAPI Civic Engagement Fund. Support Black Trans Folx here Donate to the Community League of the Heights (CLOTH) Support the People of Palestine How to be an Ally to the AAPI Community 168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color The New York Times: On Mexico’s Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs Opening and Closing Theme Music: "One Love" by Beats by Danny | Game Music: "Wake Up" by MBB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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