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On The Rocks: Where Celebrities & Cocktails Mix

Straw Hut Mediawww.strawhutmedia.com
TV & Radio Personality Alexander Rodriguez sips and chats with your favorite celebrities from TV, film, Broadway, music, reality TV and pop culture in this weekly, entertainment, no holds barred talk show. Academy Award, Emmy Award, Grammy Award, Tony Award, Golden Globe Award winners – he’s drank with them all! Its talk radio with a twist!  
Presented by Straw Hut Media and Here TV

Episodes

Love and Astrology with Matchmaker Daniel Cooley & Celebrity Astrologer Kyle Thomas

On this episode of On the Rocks, we take a deep dive into love and astrology with Daniel Cooley, co-founder of Best Man Matchmaking here to talk about dating tips, red flags, and hot topics with celebrity astrologer Kyle Thomas from People Magazine, Good Morning America, and more, to talk about how our charts can map our love future and what to expect with the season up ahead...with your sasssy host with the sassy most, Alexander Rodriguez. Raise a glass, it's On the Rocks!

May 16, 20251 hr 13 min

Broadway & screen vixens Carly Jibson (Hairspray, Cry-Baby, The Guestbook) & Emma Hunton (Rent, Wicked, Good Trouble)

On this episode of On the Rocks, get out the rock gear, we chat with the vixens of stage and screen, Carly Jibson from Hairspray, Cry Baby, and The Guestbook, and Emma Hunton from Wicked, Rent, and Good Trouble, as we take a hysterical and emotional deep dive into their careers, hot topics, working through grief, girl code, the power of friendship, and more. We also get the lowdown on their new classic rock cover band, Tell Yer Dad I Said Hi...with your host, Alexander Rodriguez. Raise a glass, ...

Apr 11, 20251 hr 41 min

YouTuber Brandon Rogers Shares All

On this On the Rocks, we take a deep dive into the world of influencers with YouTuber, writer, and actor Brandon Rogers as we chat about his career, his millions of followers, mental health, his creative process, and his roles in Helluva Boss and Hazbin Hotel…with a pop culture recap by model Steven Dehler…and our guest co-host, nightlife and PR maven Andy Mansur…hosted by me your favorite host with the sassy most! Presented by Straw Hut Media and OutAt.TV! Find us on your favorite podcast playe...

Mar 21, 20251 hr 38 min

Broadway's Gavin Lee (Mary Poppins, Spongebob Squarepants) and Jacob Dickey (Aladdin and Company) Chat Sondheim!

On this On the Rocks, curtain up, light the lights! We welcome the Boys of Broadway, double Tony nominee Gavin Lee from Mary Poppins, SpongeBob SquarePants, Les Miz, and more with theatre stud Jacob Dickey from Aladdin and Company, as we chat about their career, playing iconic Disney characters, handling mental health on the road, being star struck, and all about their time in Sondheim’s Old Friends alongside Bernadette Peters and Lea Salonga headed to Broadway...hosted by your sassy host with t...

Feb 28, 202557 min

Tony Award Winner Beth Leavel Talks Sondheim, Drowsy Chaperone, and Future of Broadway!

On this On the Rocks, curtain up! We welcome Tony Award Winner Beth Leavel to chat about her many, many roles in 15 Broadway shows and counting, we talk about her early days auditioning in NYC, the roles that have left a mark on her life, the joy of originating roles in The Drowsy Chaperone and The Prom, the future of Broadway, the power of Sondheim, and all about her current run in Old Friends alongside Bernadette Peters and Lea Salonga...with your sassy host with the sassy most, Alexander Rodr...

Feb 25, 202547 min

Brock McGillis, First Openly Gay Hockey Pro

On this On the Rocks, we take a deep dive into the world of sports with Brock McGillis, the first openly gay hockey pro who is currently touring the US with his Shiftmakers Tour, 100 teams in 100 days, to address homophobia, racism, inclusion, and more. Things get candid as we talk about Brock's coming out, the challenges of living a dual life, the world of sports, what he's learned on his tour, what love and relationships look like for him, and he also shares some touching stories from talking ...

Feb 24, 20251 hr 7 min

Days of Our Lives Actor Derek Yates Chats Soaps, Acting, Mental Health, and More!

On this episode of On the Rocks, we take a deep dive into the world of soap operas as we chat with Days of Our Lives' latest heartthrob, Derek Yates about his journey from Chattanooga, to the Ellen Show, to baring it all in Minx and How I Met Your Father, his music, philanthropy, mental health, and what’s it’s like on a day on set on a soap opera…with guest co-host nightlife guru and host of Dishin’ Days podcast, Tony Moore…with your favorite host with the sassy most, Alexander Rodriguez! Raise ...

Jan 17, 20251 hr 30 min

Emmy-winning writer, Tony-nominated actor, playwright, director, & lyricist Kevin Del Aguila

On this episode of On the Rocks, curtain up as we welcome Emmy-winning writer, Tony-nominated actor, playwright, director, and lyricist Kevin Del Aguila as we chat about his life on Broadway, his view on writing for youth, the evolution of diversity and inclusivity in the theatre, a behind the scenes look at his time in Broadway’s Some Like It Hot, his current role as the Wizard in Once Upon A Mattress, and more…with guest co-host Broadway guru Michael Ferrera and your host, Alexander Rodriguez....

Dec 20, 202457 min

Hallmark+ Finding Mr. Christmas & Broadway Personality Daxton Bloomquist

On this episode of On the Rocks, deck the halls as we kick off the holidays with Hallmark+ Finding Mr. Christmas personality Daxton Bloomquist as we chat with him about his growing up in a small town, his time on Broadway, getting into reality TV, representing the gay community on Hallmark, love and dating, and more! Raise a glass, it's On the Rocks! Ho ho ho!

Dec 13, 20241 hr 7 min

Adult Chat with Keep It Coming Podcast Mashup with Anthony Saldana & Shayan Siren

On this episode of On the Rocks, put the kids to bed it’s another edition of On the Rocks After Dark as we have a podcast mashup with the hosts of Keep It Coming Podcast, Anthony Saldana and Shayan Siren as we deep dive into the world of podcasting, nightlife, the adult industry, LGBTQ issues, love and dating, and some truly hot topics that we don’t agree on!…with your sassy host with the sassy most Alexander Rodriguez. Raise a glass, it's On the Rocks!

Nov 29, 20241 hr 33 min

The CelloVoci Trio: Branden James (America's Got Talent) & James Clark & Effie Passero (Postmodern Jukebox, American Idol)

On this episode of On the Rocks, it’s a little night music with the powerhouse trio CelloVoci made up of singer/pianist Branden James from America’s Got Talent, cellist James Clark who has played for Broadway divas and beyond, and musician Effie Passero from American Idol and Postmodern Jukebox as we chat about how they met, the music industry, playing Carnegie Hall, their creative process, what its like to tour, and details on their debut album Happy Days...with host Alexander Rodriguez. Raise ...

Nov 22, 202456 min

The Empire Strips Back Dancers & Comedian, Burlesque Meets Sci-fi

On this episode of On the Rocks, we got to a galaxy far, far, away with cast members from the wildly popular sci-fi burlesque show, The Empire Strips Back. We chat with dancers/performers Jazmine Gregory, Jonas Suber Jr, and Cassandra Merwood about the dance industry, body image, and their experience in this show. We also chat with comedian/actor Charlie Wilson about mental health, the comedy industry, and love and dating...with your host the sassy most Alexander Rodriguez. Raise a glass, it's O...

Nov 15, 20241 hr 1 min

Halloween, Horror, & LGBTQ with Filmmaker & Podcaster Michael Varrati

On this episode of On the Rocks, spooky season continues as we chat about all things horror and queer cinema with filmmaker, columnist, podcaster, and screenwriter Michael Varrati. We deep dive into the connection between the queer community and horror, Michael’s own journey into film, what horror movies you should see, our take on reboots and sequels, and…Christmas movies? Yes, we talk about it all…with guest co-host multimedia artist Sumner Mormeneo and your host with the sassy most, Alexander...

Oct 11, 20241 hr 18 min

Modern-day Exorcist to the Stars Rachel Stavis Kicks Off Halloween

On this episode of On the Rocks, we kick off the Halloween season with Hollywood’s modern-day exorcist and author Rachel Stavis. Forget what you think you know about exorcisms as we chat about her over 10,000 cases of possession, the realities of an exorcism, religion vs spirituality, raising your frequency, talking to the departed, and her relationship to Spirit. We also talk about her personal life beyond the demon world and how she balances, love, life, and exorcism…with guest co-host actor M...

Oct 04, 20241 hr 28 min

Adult Industry Guru Marc MacNamara with Koaty & Sumner Blayne

On this episode of On the Rocks, put the kids to bed it’s On the Rocks After Dark as we chat with adult industry producer, writer, director, and pop culture podcaster Marc MacNamara as we chat about his journey to the adult biz, the power of sexuality, dating, life beyond the camera, and hot topics…with guest co-hosts adult influencers and soon to be podcasters Koaty and Sumner Blayne…with your sassy host with the sassy most, Alexander Rodriguez. Raise a glass and let the drinks begin!

Sep 27, 20241 hr 19 min

Broadway's Hairspray Ladies Marissa Jaret Winokur, Kerry Butler, and Larua Bell Bundy

On this episode of On the Rocks, we have a lively chat with the Charmed Ones of Broadway, Tony Award Winner Marissa Jaret Winokur and Tony nominees Kerry Butler and Laura Bell Bundy as we talk motherhood, their early careers on Broadway, the magic of Hairspray the musical, supporting your peers, the power of friendship, and a behind the scenes look at their new show, Mama I’m A Big Girl Now!, with guest co-host Broadway guru Michael Ferrera and your sassy host with the sassy most, Alexander Rodr...

Sep 20, 202456 min

Drag Legend Sherry Vine and Weho Diva Allusia Alusia

On this episode of On the Rocks, we get into a deep dive into the world of drag with Drag Legend Sherry Vine as we chat about her career, the New York scene in the 90s, Drag Race, social media, politics, Sniffes, and more…with guest co-host Weho Diva Allusia Alusia and your sassy host with the sassy most, Alexander Rodriguez. Raise a glass, it's On the Rocks!

Sep 13, 20241 hr 13 min

Drag Race Alum Scarlet Envy with BLEACHx

On this episode of On the Rocks, is she the drama? We get an intimate and behind-the-scenes look at Drag Race alum Scarlet Envy’s life as we chat career, new music, poetry, love and dating, touring the nation, truck stop hookups, and more! with guest co-host musician and celebrity songwriter BLEACHx…with your host, Alexander Rodriguez. Raise a glass, it's On the Rocks!

Aug 30, 20241 hr 9 min

The World of Burlesque with Miss Miranda, Steven Dehler, Miss Tosh, and Jerome "Horsegurl"

On this episode of On the Rocks, we dive into the world of burlesque with Miss Miranda who has appeared globally and as a model for Playboy, Moschino, and more. We also welcome print and runway model and burlesque newbie, Steven Dehler, with fashion designer, LGBTQ activist, and in-demand performer Miss Tosh, and Jerome aka Horsegurl aerialist and fetish wear designer, as we chat about the history of burlesque, women and queer roles in the genre, and the power of embracing your sensuality. We al...

Aug 23, 20241 hr 18 min

House of Heat's Sumner & Koaty Blayne w Guest Co-host Dakota Payne

On this episode of On the Rocks, put the kids to bed it’s On the Rocks after dark while we talk to the runaway stars of House of Heat, Sumner and Koaty Blayne about their coming out, getting into the adult industry, maintaining a healthy relationship while creating content, and more! with guest co-host from adult content to artist to drag, Dakota Payne… with your sassy host with the sassy most, Alexander Rodriguez. Raise a glass and let the drinks begin!

Aug 09, 20241 hr 34 min

Broadway's Elite from the Touring Production of CLUE!

On this episode of On the Rocks, it’s a Who Dunnit? with members of the touring production of Clue, with Broadway actors Joanna Glushak (Sunday In The Park With George, Les Miserables, Hairspray), John Treacy Egan (Little Mermaid, The Producers), Tari Kelly (Something Rotten!, Anything Goes), and Jonathan Spivey (The Front Page, Act One) as we chat about bringing the movie to the stage, life on tour, their careers, their creative process, and more! With host Alexander Rodriguez. Raise a glass, i...

Aug 02, 202459 min

Drag Race Alum & Superstar Pandora Boxx

On this episode of On the Rocks, drag is not a crime as we welcome Drag Race alum and drag superstar Pandora Boxx to chat about her childhood, getting into the drag biz, building her empire, some behind the scenes of All Stars, and her creative process for her new, hit dance album, BOXX! …with guest co-host Jordan Jayro and Alexander Rodriguez, your favorite host with the sassy most! Raise a glass and let the drinks begin, it's On the Rocks!

Jul 25, 20241 hr 27 min

Hollywood Pride, Queer Culture in Cinema with Alonso Duralde

On this episode of On the Rocks, Pride season continues as we go to the movies with film critic/podcaster/writer Alonso Duralde as we talk about his love of movies, queer representation in film, the future of queer cinema, tentpole movies we should all watch, our love of divas, his new book Hollywood Pride: A Celebration of LGBTQ+ Representation and Perseverance in Film, and more! ...with host Alexander Rodriguez. Raise a glass, it's On the Rocks!

Jul 19, 20241 hr 10 min

Actor/Poet Megan Davis (Hot Take: The Depp/Heard Trial, American Horror Story)

On this episode of On the Rocks, we celebrate women in entertainment as we welcome Megan Davis for a candid chat about her stage and screen career, her creative process, over coming addiction, the power of music, and more! We even get a reading from her new book of poetry, What Breaks Us…with guest co-host PR guru and co-founder of Mosaic PR Jenn Salinas and your sassy host with the sassy most, Alexander Rodriguez. Raise a glass, it's On the Rocks!

Jul 11, 20241 hr 31 min

Author and Podcaster Christopher Rice

On this episode of On the Rocks, Pride month continues with author and podcaster Christopher Rice as we truly get intimate and chat about his childhood from the Castro to New Orleans, finding his identity, coming out, the power of sexuality, working through grief, his creative process, his new book Sapphire Dawn under C. Travis Rice, and what it’s like to be heir to the Rice family legacy...with host Alexander Rodriguez. Raise a glass, it's On the Rocks!

Jun 21, 20241 hr 51 min

American Idol's David Hernandez

On this episode of On the Rocks …Pride month continues with American Idol’s David Hernandez as we get deep into chat about the music industry, mental health, coming out, sexuality, hot topics, and bringing his career full circle with his latest single “I AM”…with your host Alexander Rodriguez. Raise a glass, it's On the Rocks!

Jun 13, 20241 hr 7 min

Actor John Clarence Stewart (P Valley, Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist)

On this episode of On the Rocks …it’s all about the actor’s life as we get deep and personal with actor, singer-songwriter, and poet John Clarence Stewart. We talk about his roles on Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist and P Valley, we chat about the power of art through grief, his creative process, overcoming societal pressures, allyship to the LGBTQ community, and his current turn as Jelly Roll Morton in Jelly’s Last Jam at Pasadena Playhouse. Hosted by Alexander Rodriguez, your favorite host with t...

Jun 12, 20241 hr 3 min

Actor Danny Pintauro (Cujo, Who's The Boss) Is Back in Hollywood!

Who’s the boss? We’re the boss! as we welcome child actor Danny Pintuaro to chat about his early work in Cujo and Who’s The Boss, we also chat about coming out, the LGBTQ community, and how it’s been coming back to show biz in Hollywood, with guest co-host screenwriter Stan Zimmerman (Golden Girls, Gilmore Girls, Roseanne) and your sassy host with the sassy most, Alexander Rodriguez! Raise a glass, it's On the Rocks!

May 30, 20241 hr 29 min

Golden Girls, Gilmore Girls, Roseanne Writer Stan Zimmerman

On this episode of On the Rocks …thank you for being a friend! We have screenwriter, director, producer Stan Zimmerman with an intimate chat about his time working on The Golden Girls, Gilmore Girls, Roseanne, and more as well as his debut memoir, The Girls: From Golden To Gilmore. We also chat about the highs and lows of the business, working through obstacles and grief, and we get some hot celebrity stories...with host Alexander Rodriguez. Raise a glass, it's On the Rocks!

May 17, 20241 hr 19 min

Funny Girl's Stephen Mark Lukas

On this episode of On the Rocks …don’t rain on our parade! We welcome Broadway and regional theatre stud Stephen Mark Lukas and chat about his career, making a classic musical theatre role your own, bringing a dash of gay to straight roles, life on tour, and his current turn as Nick Arnstein in the Broadway National Tour of Funny Girl…with guest co-host Broadway guru Michael Ferrera and your host with the sassy most, Alexander Rodriguez! Raise a glass with House of Love cocktails, it's On the Ro...

Apr 11, 20241 hr 9 min
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