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Best of All Possible Podcast

Panglossian Productionsboapp.podbean.com
The Best of All Possible Podcast gives a cold read to submitted 10 minute plays, and follows them with a lighthearted theatre-minded discussion.

Episodes

Season 3, Episode 12: Nematodes

This episode, we read, "Nematodes," by Ron Radice. Join Corinne, Liz, Ed, and Robert as we explore this absurdist domestic scene. For more information about Panglossian Productions, please visit our website at www.panglossian.org . Special thanks to THE SOUND TECH WHO SHALL NOT BE NAMED

Sep 20, 202128 minEp. 70

Season 3, Episode 11: Misfortune

This week, we read "Misfortune," by Mark Harvey Levine. Join Caitlin, Joe, Sharon, and Robert for a romp into the world of fortune cookies gone very, very wrong. If you would like your play to be read on the podcast, please submit it to literary@panglossian.org for consideration. To learn more about how to get involved or donate to our mission, please visit www.panglossian.org . Special thanks to THE SOUND TECH WHO SHALL NOT BE NAMED...

Jul 27, 202123 minEp. 69

Season 3, Episode 10: Zero Hour

This week, we read, "Zero Hour," by Jeff Dunne. Join Rachel, Liz, Emily, Sharon, and Robert on the eve of battle, where the lives of the characters are about to change forever! If you would like your play to be read on the podcast, please submit it to literary@panglossian.org for consideration. To learn more about how to get involved or donate to our mission, please visit www.panglossian.org . Special thanks to THE SOUND TECH WHO SHALL NOT BE NAMED...

Jun 07, 202125 minEp. 68

Season 3, Episode 9: The Gallows

This week, we read, "The Gallows," by Sara Cowley. Join Jayson, Rachel, Joe, and Robert as we travel to an iconic Old West location where our self-described, "dark and edgy," playwright writes a western. If you would like to help support our podcast, visit our Patreon at www.patreon.com/boapp . For as little as $3/month, you can help us fulfill our mission to explore and develop new plays and playwrights on Best Of All Possible Podcast. If you would like your play to be read on the podcast, plea...

Jun 28, 202023 minEp. 67

Season 3, Episode 8: 10,000 Years

This week, we read, "10,000 Years," by Lindsay Partain. Join Sharon, Michael, Liz, and Robert as we get a look into the obtuse relationship of Jamie and Freddy. If you would like to help support our podcast, visit our Patreon at www.patreon.com/boapp . For as little as $3/month, you can help us fulfill our mission to explore and develop new plays and playwrights on Best Of All Possible Podcast. If you would like your play to be read on the podcast, please submit it to literary@panglossian.org fo...

Jun 19, 202030 minEp. 66

Season 3, Episode 7: The Dragon's Breath

This week, we read, "The Dragon's Breath," by Cynthia Morrison. Join Michael, Christina, Rachel, Liz, Neil, and Robert as we take a step into the wonderful and weird world of Alexander the Good. If you would like to help support our podcast, visit our Patreon at www.patreon.com/boapp . For as little as $3/month, you can help us fulfill our mission to explore and develop new plays and playwrights on Best Of All Possible Podcast. If you would like your play to be read on the podcast, please submit...

May 04, 202027 minEp. 65

Season 3, Episode 6: When The World Falls In Love

For our sixth episode this season, we read, "When The World Falls In Love..." by Donald Loftus. Join Michael, Christina, Liz, and Robert as we experience a slice of life between a couple who has been married, "a very long time." If you would like to help support our podcast, visit our Patreon at www.patreon.com/boapp . For as little as $3/month, you can help us fulfill our mission to explore and develop new plays and playwrights on Best Of All Possible Podcast. If you would like your play to be ...

Apr 20, 202021 minEp. 64

Season 3, Episode 5: What Floor?

In our fifth episode this season, we read "What Floor?" by Elena Naskova. Join Liz, Rachel, and Robert as we take ride on the elevator of self-reflection. If you would like to help support our podcast, visit our Patreon at www.patreon.com/boapp . For as little as $3/month, you can help us fulfill our mission to explore and develop new plays and playwrights on Best Of All Possible Podcast. If you would like your play to be read on the podcast, please submit it to literary@panglossian.org for cons...

Apr 06, 202022 minEp. 63

Season 3, Episode 4: Snapdragon

In our fourth episode this season, we read "Snapdragon," by Gretchen C. O'Halloran. Join Liz, Sharon, Emily, and Robert as we dive right into Betsy's attempt to escape her past. If you would like to help support our podcast, visit our Patreon at www.patreon.com/boapp . For as little as $3/month, you can help us fulfill our mission to explore and develop new plays and playwrights on Best Of All Possible Podcast. If you would like your play to be read on the podcast, please submit it to literary@p...

Mar 23, 202022 minEp. 62

Season 3, Episode 3: Beardy McBearderson

For the third episode this season, we read "Beardy McBearderson," by Jeremy Kehoe. Join Emily, Joe, Sharon, and Robert as we enjoy a romp through modern relationships and electronic connectivity. If you would like to help support our podcast, visit our Patreon at www.patreon.com/boapp . For as little as $3/month, you can help us fulfill our mission to explore and develop new plays and playwrights on Best Of All Possible Podcast. If you would like your play to be read on the podcast, please submi...

Mar 17, 202031 minEp. 61

Season 3, Episode 2: Just An Illusion

For this season's second episode, we read "Just An Illusion," by Michael Weems. Join Emily, Joe, Liz, and Robert as we explore this weighty drama about guilt and moving on. Warning: This play contains suggestions of suicide, gun violence, and abuse. If you would like to help support our podcast, visit our Patreon at www.patreon.com/boapp . For as little as $3/month, you can help us fulfill our mission to explore and develop new plays and playwrights on Best Of All Possible Podcast. If you would ...

Feb 24, 202028 minEp. 60

Season 3, Episode 1: Two Cats Explain The Monstrous Moth Group

For our Season 3 Premiere, we read "Two Cats Explain The Monstrous Moth Group," by Ian Thal. Join Christina, Michael, Sharon, Liz, and Robert as we explore this delightfully existential play! If you would like to help support our podcast, visit our Patreon at www.patreon.com/boapp . For as little as $3/month, you can help us fulfill our mission to explore and develop new plays and playwrights on Best Of All Possible Podcast. If you would like your play to be read on the podcast, please submit it...

Feb 10, 202028 minEp. 59

Season 2, Episode 18: Bob Gets Cast Out Of Hell

This week, we read "Bob Gets Cast Out Of Hell," by Robert O'Connell. Join Ed, Liz, Joe, and Robert as we read this silly meeting between the Almighty and His nemesis. If you would like to submit a play for consideration, send the PDF to literary@panglossian.org . If you would like to learn more about Panglossian Productions, visit www.panglossian.org . Special thanks to THE SOUND TECHS WHO SHALL NOT BE NAMED...

Nov 17, 201924 minEp. 58

Season 2, Episode 17: Brain Circus

This week, we read "Brain Circus," by Aaron Aaronson. Join Joe, Liz, Ed, and Robert for this silly and absurd romp through a modern medical diagnosis. If you would like to submit a play for consideration, please send the PDF to literary@panglossian.org . If you would like to learn more about Panglossian Productions, please visit www.panglossian.org . Special thanks to THE SOUND TECHS WHO SHALL NOT BE NAMED...

Oct 06, 201922 minEp. 57

Season 2, Episode 16: Socratic Frustration

This week, we read, "Socratic Frustration," by Jeff Dunne. Join Neil Hollands for his debut with BOAPP alongside regulars Ed, Joe, and Robert, as we romp through this comedic commentary on modern education and ancient methods. If you would like to submit your short play for consideration, please send the PDF to literary@panglossian.org If you would like to learn more about Panglossian Productions, please visit www.panglossian.org . Special thanks to THE SOUND TECHS WHO SHALL NOT BE NAMED...

Sep 16, 201923 minEp. 56

Season 2, Episode 15: The Best Narcissists In America

This week, we read, "The Best Narcissists In America," by Mark Jay Rosen. Join Sharon, Liz, Ed, Joe, and Robert as we adventure into this delightfully fun and blunt play. If you would like to submit a play for consideration, please send the PDF to literary@panglossian.org . If you would like to learn more about Panglossian Productions, please visit www.panglossian.org . Special thanks to THE SOUND TECHS WHO SHALL NOT BE NAMED...

Sep 02, 201924 minEp. 55

Season 2, Episode 14: Penny Or Your Thoughts

This week, we read, "Penny Or Your Thoughts," by John Levine. Join Joe, Sharon, Liz, and Robert as we read this play exploring the power of night time thoughts. If you would like to submit a play for consideration, please send the PDF to literary@panglossian.org . If you would like to learn more about Panglossian Productions, please visit www.panglossian.org . Special thanks to THE SOUND TECHS WHO SHALL NOT BE NAMED...

Aug 28, 201927 minEp. 54

Season 2, Episode 13: Godot Shows Up

This week we read "Godot Shows Up," by Elena Naskova. Join Rachel, Liz, Sharon, and Robert as we read this modern take on the classic play by Samuel Beckett! If you would like to submit a play for consideration, please send the PDF to literary@panglossian.org . If you would like to learn more about Panglossian Productions, visit www.panglossian.org . Special thanks to THE SOUND TECHS WHO SHALL NOT BE NAMED...

Aug 04, 201923 minEp. 53

Season 2, Episode 12: If Men Had Cleavage

This week, we read, "If Men Had Cleavage," by Rosemary Frisino Toohey. Join Ed, Liz, Joe, and Robert in this short play set in a doctor's waiting room in the world turned upside down. If you would like to submit a short play for consideration, please send the PDF to literary@panglossian.org . If you would like to learn more about Panglossian Productions, visit www.panglossian.org . Special thanks to THE SOUND TECHS WHO SHALL NOT BE NAMED...

Jul 22, 201923 minEp. 52

Season 2, Episode 11: A Harmony Of Both

This week, we read, "A Harmony Of Both," by Terence Patrick Hughes. Join Sharon, Liz, Joe, and Robert as we explore this wonderful short play about "love, death, and the transcendentalism of chew-toys." If you would like to submit a short play for consideration, please send the PDF to literary@panglossian.org . If you would like to learn more about Panglossian Productions, visit www.panglossian.org . Special thanks to THE SOUND TECHS WHO SHALL NOT BE NAMED...

Jul 06, 201930 minEp. 51

Season 2, Episode 10: Contains Nudity

This week, we read Contains Nudity, by Rex McGregor. Join Joe, Ed, Sharon, Liz, Amy, and Robert as we romp through this hilarious audio comedy. If you would like to submit a short play for consideration, please send the PDF to literary@panglossian.org . If you would like to learn more about our main stage season, please visit www.panglossian.org . Special thanks to THE SOUND TECHS WHO SHALL NOT BE NAMED...

Jun 17, 201926 minEp. 50

Season 2, Episode 9: From Minsk To Manhattan

This week, we read "From Minsk to Manhattan," by Faith de Savigné. Join Sharon, Liz, Ed, and Robert as we read this humorous and pointed short play. If you would like to submit your play for consideration, please send the PDF to literary@panglossian.org . If you would like to learn more about Panglossian Productions, please visit www.panglossian.org . Special thanks to THE SOUND TECHS WHO SHALL NOT BE NAMED...

Jun 06, 201925 minEp. 49

Season 2, Episode 8: The Other Woman

This week as we read "The Other Woman," by Judy Klass. Join Ed, Sharon, Liz, and Robert for this fun play and lively discussion afterward! If you would like to submit your play for consideration, please send the PDF to literary@panglossian.org . For more information about our main stage season, visit www.panglossian.org . Special thanks to THE SOUND TECHS WHO SHALL NOT BE NAMED

May 20, 201919 minEp. 48

Season 2, Episode 7: Bar Belle

This week, join Liz, Amy, Sharon, Ed, and Robert as we read "Bar Belle," by Janis Butler Holm. Enjoy! If you would like to submit your play for consideration, please send the PDF to literary@panglossian.org . To learn more about our main stage season, please visit www.panglossian.org . Special thanks to THE SOUND TECHS WHO SHALL NOT BE NAMED

May 06, 201921 minEp. 47

Season 2, Episode 6: Celebrity

Ed and Amy make their first appearance in 2019, joining Sharon, Liz, Joe, and Robert to read the commentary comedy, "Celebrity," by Kat Meads. If you would like to submit a play for consideration, please send the PDF to literary@panglossian.org . If you would like to learn more about our mainstage productions, visit www.panglossian.org . Special thanks to THE SOUND TECHS WHO SHALL NOT BE NAMED...

Apr 22, 201926 minEp. 46

Season 2, Episode 5: A History

This week, Sharon, Liz, and Robert read "A History," by Susan Hansell. Join us as we venture into this brief history play, told from the female perspective. If you would like to submit a play for consideration, please send the PDF to literary@panglossian.org . If you would like to learn more about our main stage productions, please visit www.panglossian.org . Special thanks to THE SOUND TECHS WHO SHALL NOT BE NAMED...

Apr 08, 201917 minEp. 45

Season 2, Episode 4: Snakes

This week, we read Snakes by Jen Huszcza. Join Robert, Michelle, and Rachel as they explore this delightfully weird short play for two women. Make sure you join us for our Weekend Of Women this weekend, Friday, March 29 and Saturday, March 30, 2019! Friday night we will have a reading of Captive by Shelli Pentimall Booker, and Saturday we will present an evening of seven short plays! Admission is free with a suggested donation of $5.00 at the Williamsburg Regional Library, 515 Scotland Street. C...

Mar 26, 201925 minEp. 44

Season 2, Episode 3: Renege

This week, we read Renege by Sara Ilyse Jacobson. Join Robert, Liz, Sharon, and Joe as we read this lighthearted bus stop comedy. If you would like for us to read your play on the podcast, please send the PDF to literary@panglossian.org . For information about our stage productions, visit us at www.panglossian.org . Be sure to join the conversation by following us on Facebook! Special thanks to THE SOUND TECHS WHO SHALL NOT BE NAMED...

Mar 11, 201919 minEp. 43

Season 2, Episode 2: The Motel

This week, we read The Motel by Laura Lewis-Barr. Join Robert, Sharon, Joe, and Liz as they explore this intriguing drama, written in a cinematic style. If you would like us to read your play on the podcast, please send the PDF to literary@panglossian.org . For more information about our stage productions, visit www.panglossian.org . Special thanks to THE SOUND TECHS WHO SHALL NOT BE NAMED...

Feb 24, 201925 minEp. 42

Season 2, Episode 1: Hot Mess

In our Season 2 premiere, we read Hot Mess by Jen Huszcza. Join Robert, Sharon, Liz, and Joe for this fun and clever comedy set in the waiting room of Hell. If you would like us to read your play on the podcast, please send it to literary@panglossian.org for consideration. For more information about our stage shows, visit www.Panglossian.org . Special thanks to THE SOUND TECHS WHO SHALL NOT BE NAMED...

Feb 13, 201922 minEp. 41