Here is every episode we ever covered on stories based on Gaston Leroux's Phantom of the Opera on our original show "Musicals with Cheese" in one ten hour long compilation episode! The episodes are as follows: The Phantom of the Opera (with Elisa Hansen) Love Never Dies (with Elisa Hansen) Love Never Dies (with Brianna Jones) Phantom: An American Musical (with Angelina Meehan) Goosebumps: The Phantom of the Auditorium Phantom of the Paradise Phantom of the Mall (feat. Amanda Hunt) The Phantom of...
Oct 02, 2024•12 hr 21 min
Get ready for an artsy and pretentious episode—it’s Jess’s turn on the Cheese Wheel! This week, we're tackling what many critics hail as the greatest film of all time: Orson Welles' iconic debut, Citizen Kane . We’ll explore the film's rich history, delve into the controversies surrounding its Hearst driven censorship, and throw around plenty of fancy pantsy film terms along the way. Tune in and join the conversation! Want to suggest future episodes? Become a Patreon member and let your voice be...
Sep 27, 2024•1 hr 23 min•Season 2Ep. 7
We're back at you with a new episode of Carrey'd Away with everyones favorite music Youtuber Sideways! We're talking about the much beloved Jim Carrey live action cartoon "The Mask" based on the Dark Horse Comics of the same name. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 23, 2024•1 hr
We're back with another one of Andrew's picks! This week, we're diving into Robert Rodriguez's classic children's spy adventure, Spy Kids . Join us as we explore the quirky VFX, discuss Alan Cumming's ridiculously hot performance as Floop, and debate whether the film has stood the test of time. Ready to save the world? Tune in to this episode on Spy Kids ! Want to suggest future episodes? Become a Patreon member and let your voice be heard! Join our Patreon ! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram !...
Sep 20, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Season 2Ep. 6
"Swing your razor wide Sweeney!" Grab your razor and rolling pin because this week we're going back to the pilot to talk about Sweeney Todd AGAIN! We both saw the shows most recent Broadway revival and we talk about how that is! Come join the fun. Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf Podcast Edited By: Andrew DeWolf Theme Songs: Robyn Nash of IOU Music UK Keeper of the Cheese: Juliet Antonio This show is a part of the Broadway Podcast Network Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with...
Sep 16, 2024•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 249
We’re thrilled to kick off our first Patreon Request episode, brought to you by our longtime supporter, Toryana Frazier! This week, we’re taking a deep dive into the 2005 adaptation of Jane Austen’s timeless classic Pride and Prejudice , featuring Keira Knightley and Matthew Macfadyen. It’s a charming blend of romance and delightful cheesiness that never fails to enchant. Join us for a lively discussion as we celebrate this beloved film in our latest episode! Want to suggest future episodes? Bec...
Sep 13, 2024•1 hr 19 min•Season 2Ep. 5
In honor of Tim Burton's new film "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice" here is our original episode on Beetlejuice the Musical to celebrate the occasion! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 09, 2024•1 hr 3 min
We are back to spin 'The Cheese Wheel' for a again, with Andrew DeWolf leading the way as she selects the 2006 animated shrine to capitalism 'Cars,' directed by the man who hugs too much John Lasseter. Join us as we dive deep into this strange animated film with a world that makes no dang sense. Maybe life is truly a highway. Join our Patreon ! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram ! Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf & Liz Esten Podcast Edited By: Andrew DeWolf Keeper of the Ch...
Sep 06, 2024•1 hr 16 min
ALLRIGHTY THEN! Now we're gettin' to the good stuff! This week we're joined by Broadway treasure James Monroe Iglehart to talk about Jim Carrey's first big hit film "Ace Ventura Pet Detective." Has it aged well? Of course not! But we're diving into it anyways because CONTEXT MATTERS KIDS! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 02, 2024•1 hr 14 min
In our third episode, we spin 'The Cheese Wheel' for a second time, with Elizabeth Esten leading the way as she selects the 2007 indie gem 'Waitress,' directed by Adrienne Shelly. Join us as we dive deep into this heartwarming film, exploring its soul-stirring themes, the visually stunning pies, Jess's quirky nitpicks, and Liz's profound emotional connection to the story and its impact on her life. Tune in for a lively discussion as Jess, Andrew, and Liz guide you through the world of Waitress w...
Aug 30, 2024•1 hr 19 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Jess and Liz are here to talk about both Hocus Pocus films because SHOCKINGLY she had never seen the first one despite it being so ingrained in the halloween zeitgeist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 26, 2024•1 hr 6 min
We're back with the second episode of our show, featuring the inaugural spin of "The Cheese Wheel," where Jess has chosen the incredible album The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess by Chappell Roan. Join us as we dive deep into each track, exploring how Chappell Roan's music has captivated the zeitgeist in an unprecedented way—even winning over those who aren't typically fans of modern pop. Tune in to hear our unique perspectives as Jess, Andrew, and Liz take you on a journey to the Pink Pony ...
Aug 23, 2024•1 hr 43 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Do you remember the late 80's? They made less than stellar animated comedy films about dogs! Today we're talking over one of them. From the Patreon Vaults, here is Jess and Andrew talking over Disney's Oliver and Company Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 20, 2024•1 hr 26 min
Welcome to the very first episode of The Cheese Wheel! Your hosts, Andrew DeWolf, Jess McAnally, and Liz Esten, are kicking things off with a deep dive into a true cult classic: Doug Walker's cinematic opus, Kickassia. This 2010 parody film, brought to life by the Nostalgia Critic and his team, follows their outlandish attempt to take over the one-acre nation of Molossia and transform it into the absurdly named Kickassia. For Andrew, Jess, and Liz, Kickassia isn't just a movie—it's a nostalgic l...
Aug 16, 2024•1 hr 28 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Starting this Friday is The Cheese Wheel Podcast, from the minds behind "Musicals with Cheese." The Cheese Wheel Podcast is a weekly comedy show where we spin a wheel to determine our media obsessions. Join Jesse McAnally, Andrew DeWolf, and Liz Esten as they dive into whatever the wheel chooses next! Part of the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 12, 2024•2 min
Andrew and Jess are back at it to say goodbye to the old show, and rank their best and worst moments. Also, our keeper of the cheese provides their rankings too! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 08, 2024•1 hr 32 min
We're diving into Jim Carrey's Stand Up Comedy work where he does weird and badly dated accents, and maybe a few poorly aged jokes about women! Par for the course for late 20th Century white male comedy. But did it work for us? You'll have to listen to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 05, 2024•47 min
"It's the end of the world There is nothing but you..." Grab your commentary on modern culture and five years of backlogged podcasts because its the series finale of Musicals with Cheese, and today we're covering the final musical written by Stephen Sondheim "Here We Are." A show that's either lauded, despised, or totally mixed. This is a fitting end to this cheese chapter, thank you all for listening as long as you have and I hope you'll stick around for what we have next. Credits: Hosts: Jesse...
Aug 01, 2024•1 hr 44 min
Today we're discussing the age old question we've asked since Lin Manuel Miranda hit the scene -- is he a good or a bad singer? The answers may surprise you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 29, 2024•39 min
We have an important announcement for the future state of the podcast, and fun things in store for the future! Come listen up! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 25, 2024•8 min
"Let the sunshine Let the sunshine in..." Grab your complicated value set and 100% potent body odor because this week we are diving into the tribe musical that defined boomer culture "Hair" Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf & Liz Esten Podcast Edited By: Andrew DeWolf Theme Songs: Robyn Nash of IOU Music UK Keeper of the Cheese: Juliet Antonio This show is a part of the Broadway Podcast Network Check out this Etsy Shop Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitte...
Jul 25, 2024•1 hr 18 min
The Dear Friends are back, and this week we're talking about our favorite Broadway Posters and comparing each others choices. So come listen and join the fun! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 22, 2024•37 min
"So many people in the world And what can they do?" Grab your boring 50's musicals because we're talking about Stephen Sondheim's first musical Saturday Night. Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf & Liz Esten Podcast Edited By: Andrew DeWolf Theme Songs: Robyn Nash of IOU Music UK Keeper of the Cheese: Juliet Antonio This show is a part of the Broadway Podcast Network Check out this Etsy Shop Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instag...
Jul 19, 2024•1 hr 25 min
The Dear Friends are back and aren't you lucky!? Today they're talking about the horniest musicals that made us the crazy people we are today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 15, 2024•37 min•Ep. 22
"Still, you've got possibilities Though you're horribly square..." Grab your glasses and secret identity because this week we're joined by actor Phillip Shaun Devone to talk about the first comic book musical on Broadway "It's a Bird, It's a Plane, It's SUPERMAN!" Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf Podcast Edited By: Elizabeth Esten Theme Songs: Robyn Nash of IOU Music UK Keeper of the Cheese: Juliet Antonio This show is a part of the Broadway Podcast Network Check out this Etsy ...
Jul 11, 2024•1 hr 30 min
The Dear Friends are back with you and ready to count down the musicals we think are overrated! Be prepared to get angry because we've got some hot takes here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 08, 2024•43 min•Ep. 20
The Dear Friends are back with you and ready to talk about the best musicals to show your Musical hating friends to get them to love showtunes as much as you do! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 01, 2024•39 min
"It ain't all hearts and flowers" Grab your failed relationship re-ignition and steampunk aesthetic because this week we're diving into the Jennifer Lopez passion project "This is Me... NOW: A Love Story" Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf Podcast Edited By: Elizabeth Esten Theme Songs: Robyn Nash of IOU Music UK Keeper of the Cheese: Juliet Antonio This show is a part of the Broadway Podcast Network Check out this Etsy Shop Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitt...
Jun 28, 2024•50 min
"Wake me up when September ends..." Grab your eyeliner and rebellious t-shirts because this week we're joined by Garret Snook aka Ilneige to talk about the rock musical American idiot. Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf Podcast Edited By: Andrew DeWolf Theme Songs: Robyn Nash of IOU Music UK Keeper of the Cheese: Juliet Antonio This show is a part of the Broadway Podcast Network Check out this Etsy Shop Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese ...
Jun 27, 2024•1 hr 19 min
The Dear Friends are back with you and ready to talk our TOP FIVE FAVORITE STEPHEN SCHWARTZ MUSICALS! What will take the top spot, Wicked? Children of Eden!? You'll have to listen to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 24, 2024•46 min•Ep. 25
