Best WestEnders Podcasts (2025)

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S6 E4 - Billy Roberts 35:41

1M ago35:41

35:41

Ali, Andrew and Justin chat to Mrs Doubtfire herself, Billy Roberts! Duncan Walsh Atkins on keys. Catch us on tour now! www.showstopperthemusical.comBy Showstopper

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Staying the Course Through Market Volatility - A Conversation with Phil McInnis of Avantis Investors 30:47

2M ago30:47

30:47

In this episode, we are pleased to be joined by first time guest Phil McInnis, Chief Investment Strategist at Avantis Investors. Phil shares research on why investors should stay the course during periods of market volatility like what we recently witnessed following the trade tariff announcements on April 2 "Liberation Day." He reminds listeners t…

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S6 E3 - Joel Montague 44:13

2M ago44:13

44:13

Andrew and Ali talk to King George himself, Joel Montague about Hamilton, Waitress and laryngeal massages. Duncan Walsh Atkins on keys. Catch us on tour or in the West End now - tickets at showstopperthemusical.comBy Showstopper

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112 - Titanique, Stranger Things: The First Shadow, Calamity Jane, A Streetcar Named Desire 54:52

3M ago54:52

54:52

We're back with four reviews; Titanique, the hilarious new Celine Dion jukebox musical parody; Stranger Things: The First Shadow, a new play spin-off of the popular Netflix show Stranger Things; Calamity Jane, which is on a UK Tour staring Carrie Hope Fletcher; and Rebecca Frecknall's, A Streetcar Named Desire, which we saw as it played London one …

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Reaffirming the U.S. Small Cap Value Premium - A Conversation with Wes Crill, Dimensional Fund Advisors 25:06

3M ago25:06

25:06

In this episode, we are rejoined by Wes Crill, Senior Investment Director at Dimensional Fund Advisors to discuss the latest performance challenges for the Fama/French factor premium framework, namely small cap value within the U.S. market. Wes provides context for these performance challenges, especially in light of positive performance of the pre…

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S6 E2 - Kim Ismay 35:07

4M ago35:07

35:07

Andy and Ali talk to the wonderful Kim Ismay about Morrible-ing all over the world, corsets, and onstage proposals. Duncan Walsh Atkins on keys. We're on tour! Catch us at showstopperthemusical.comBy Showstopper

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111 - Upcoming Theatre for 2025 21:18

5M ago21:18

21:18

We look ahead to 2025 and what theatre shows we're most looking forward to Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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S6 E5 - Jordan Benjamin 36:13

5M ago36:13

36:13

Ali, Andrew and Justin chat to Jordan Benjamin about the moment he gets stand out front in THAT musical and answer the question, 'What's your name, man?' Duncan Walsh Atkins on keys. Catch us on tour and at the Edinburgh Festival! www.showstopperthemusical.comBy Showstopper

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S6 E1 - Janie Dee 42:53

5M ago42:53

42:53

Andrew, Ali and Justin talk to Janie Dee about Sondheim, the environment and hiring the Coliseum. Duncan Walsh Atkins on keys. Catch Janie's Song for Nature on Sky Arts here. www.showstopperthemusical.comBy Showstopper

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Thematic Investing in 2025: Insights from Jay Jacobs, BlackRock 33:57

6M ago33:57

33:57

In this episode we are pleased to be joined by Jay Jacobs, Head of Thematic and Active ETFs at BlackRock, as we explore the firm's 2025 outlook for thematic investing. Key topics include opportunities driven by a lower interest rate environment, a renewed focus on improving U.S. physical infrastructure for transportation and manufacturing, and the …

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110 - The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, Here You Come Again, Come Alive! The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular 32:41

6M ago32:41

32:41

Reviews of The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, which has now transferred to the West End; Here You Come Again, the new musical featuring the hits of Country legend Dolly Parton; and Come Alive! The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Is Now the Time to Invest in Small Caps? A Conversation with Massimo Santicchia, Alpha Quant 20:00

6M ago20:00

20:00

In this episode, we are joined by Massimo Santicchia, Co-Founder of Alpha Quant specializing in systematically-managed portfolios using a quantitative approach. We discuss the current environment where U.S. large caps have handily outperformed small caps over the last decade and why the environment is shaping up to favor small caps over large caps.…

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S5 E10 - Reuben Kaye 41:16

7M ago41:16

41:16

Andrew, Ali and Justin have a lovely chat to Reuben Kaye! Andrew allows most of what he says to make it into the episode uncensored. They play a game about something-ifying a musical. Duncan Walsh Atkins on keys. That's it for Season 5! Catch us next for for Season 6, which is the same but next year! showstopperthemusical.com…

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Uncovering Opportunities within the Federal Tax-Exempt Bond Market: A Conversation with Chad Farrington, DWS 22:16

7M ago22:16

22:16

In this episode, we are pleased to be joined by Chad Farrington, Co-Head Municipal Bond Investment Strategy at DWS Asset Management. Chad provides an update on the federal tax-exempt bond market, which includes issuers spanning state and local municipalities to public use facilities such as mass transit, airports, and toll roads. We also discuss th…

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109 - A Face In The Crowd, Why Am I So Single? (second opinion) 20:45

8M ago20:45

20:45

We review the new musical, A Face In The Crowd with music by Elvis Costello at The Young Vic Theatre. Alice has also now seen Why Am I So Single? so we have her review of that new Marlow&Moss show currently playing in the West End. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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S5 E9 - Nic Myers 37:43

8M ago37:43

37:43

Andrew and Ali join awesome West Ender Nic Myers to discuss Cabaret, Swingo and the perfect morning. Duncan Walsh Atkins on keys. Catch Showstopper! on tour - showstopperthemusical.comBy Showstopper

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108 - Why Am I So Single?, Kathy and Stella Solve a Murder! 22:40

9M ago22:40

22:40

In this episode we review the new West End show from Six creators Marlow and Moss, Why Am I So Single? which has just opened at the Garrick Theatre. We also review the Edinburgh fringe transfer, Kathy and Stella Solve a Murder! which recently closed at The Ambassadors Theatre. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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S5 E8 - Rufus Hound 42:05

9M ago42:05

42:05

Andrew, Ali and Duncan talk to Rufus Hound about the mechanics of comedy and getting engaged on stage. Ali and Andrew are at the festival and have some reccommendations for you but it'll be over by the time you read this, so do with that what you will/ Autumn tour tix onsale now! showstopperthemusical.com…

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Don't Try This At Home - Making Sense of the Early August Spike in Market Volatility with Taylor Lukof, ABR Dynamic Funds 28:59

9M ago28:59

28:59

In this episode, we are rejoined by Taylor Lukof, CEO and Founder of ABR Dynamic Funds, to discuss the spike in market volatility catalyzed by the Bank of Japan's decision to raise interest rates that precipitated a sharp unwinding of Japanese yen-funded risk positioning. Taylor mentions how difficult it was for both professional and retail volatil…

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S5 E7 - Zizi Strallen 43:52

10M ago43:52

43:52

There are the Clintons, there are the Kennedys, and then there are the Strallens... Ali and Andrew chat to Zizi about her forthcoming concert performance of Oklahoma - and being naughty with Judy Dench on the set of Cats. Duncan Walsh Atkins on keys! Catch us at the Edinburgh Fringe! www.showstopperthemusical.com…

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Stay the Course But Be Ready to Navigate Through Some Turbulence - A Conversation with Brian Weisenberger, Kensington Asset Management 27:51

10M ago27:51

27:51

In this episode, we discuss the current market environment with Brian Weisenberger, Senior Market Strategist at Kensington Asset Management. Brian shares how Kensington assesses the equity and fixed income markets through a systematic lens. Although the current environment remains conducive for risk-on positioning across equities and fixed income, …

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107 - Hello Dolly, Fuerza Bruta: Aven, The Bakers Wife 37:29

10M ago37:29

37:29

We review the hotly anticipated Broadway transfer of the latest revival of Hello Dolly, starring Imelda Staunton and Jenna Russell; Fuerza Bruta are back at the Round House with their new show Aven; And we went to see The Bakers Wife, the Stephen Schwartz musical, at The Menier Chocolate Factory, starring Lucy Jones and Clive Rowe. Hosted on Acast.…

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S5 E6 - Katie Pritchard 39:31

11M ago39:31

39:31

Ali and Andrew are joined by musical comedian Katie Pritchard, as well as Showstopper Musical Supervisor Duncan Walsh Atkins. Ali ups the difficult with a guess-the-lyric game and they sing about realising your dreams. Watch Katie's Disco Ball on ITVX here - https://www.itv.com/watch/katie-pritchard-disco-ball/10a3844 Tickets for Showstopper! here …

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A Timely, Interesting Conversation with Visionary John Davi from Astoria Portfolio Advisors 23:18

11M ago23:18

23:18

In this episode, we are joined by John Davi, founder of Astoria Portfolio Advisors. Following three years of John consistently and accurately forecasting inflation would persist, he now shares his revised outlook for the current challenging environment and actionable recommendations for investors. We believe this interview will help advisors to nav…

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106 - Kiss Me Kate, Jerry's Girls 30:35

12M ago30:35

30:35

We review two new musicals in this episode; Kiss Me Kate, starring Stephanie J Block and Adrian Dunbar which has just opened at The Barbican; and Jerry's Girls, the Jerry Herman musical revue, which is currently running at The Menier Chocolate Factory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Seeking Growth Opportunities Outside the U.S. Market: A Conversation with Shane Duffy, Portfolio Manager at J.P. Morgan Investment Management 29:01

12M ago29:01

29:01

In this episode, we hear about growth opportunities outside the U.S. market, which has been dominated by U.S. technology firms, primarily those investing in generative artificial intelligence. Shane Duffy, Lead Portfolio Manager for J.P. Morgan's International Equity Growth strategy, identifies growth opportunities overseas, not just in technology …

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105 - Passing Strange, The Hills of California, A Streetcar Named Desire: Scottish Ballet 39:01

1y ago39:01

39:01

We review the UK Premier of the Broadway rock-musical Passing Strange, at The Young Vic Theatre. We review Jez Butterworth's latest play, The Hills of California, directed by Sam Mendez. We review one of our favourite modern ballets, Scottish Ballet's A Streetcar Named Desire at Sadlers Wells. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informa…

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Positioning for a Steady State Economy: A Conversation with Lewis Stocks from WestEnd Advisors 30:03

1y ago30:03

30:03

In this episode, we are joined by Lewis Stocks, portfolio specialist with WestEnd Advisors, who specializes in managing strategies built around the economic cycle. Lewis shares the firm's outlook on the U.S. and international landscape and how they are positioned for a slow but steady phase of the economic cycle with an emphasis on U.S. sector posi…

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S5 E5 - Abbie Budden 44:55

1y ago44:55

44:55

Ali, Andrew and Chris talk to Abbie Budden about influencing, revolving and storytelling. Chris Ash on keys. Andrew was still suffering a little from tonsilitis when this was recorded. He's better now. showstopperthemusical.comBy Showstopperpod

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104 - Underdog: The Other Other Bronte, Machinal, Nye 37:37

1y ago37:37

37:37

In episode 104 we review three new plays currently running in London; Sarah Gordon's new play, Underdog: The Other Other Bronte at The National's Dorfman Theatre; Richard Jone's production of Sophie Treadwell's seminal Machinal at The Old Vic; and Nye, a new play about the birth of the National Health Service, staged at The National Theatre, and st…

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103 - MJ the Musical, Opening Night, Sister Act 35:16

1y ago35:16

35:16

We review three new West End musicals; Sister Act, with music by Alan Menkin and starring Beverly Knight; MJ the Musical, directed and choreographed by Christopher Wheeldon and starring Miles Frost who reprises his Tony Award winning performance as Michael Jackson; and finally, Ivo Van Hove's new production, Opening Night, with music by Rufus Wainw…

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S5 E4 - Andrew Pepper 39:23

1y ago39:23

39:23

Andrew, Ali and Chris talk to a second Andrew about Funny Things that might happen on the way to a forum, and about how life is a Cabaret. Chris Ash on keys!By Showstopper

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The Earnings Backdrop Remains Strong for U.S. Equities: A Conversation with Brian Mulberry, Zacks Investment Research 27:09

1y ago27:09

27:09

In this episode, Brian Mulberry shares with our audience the insights that can be gleaned from earnings estimate revisions as well as the need to contextualize earnings revisions with other data to provide a more robust market outlook. Zacks recognizes the headwinds of higher interest rates and a deceleration in post-pandemic spending, so investors…

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102 - Standing At The Sky's Edge, Cruel Intentions: The 90s Musical, Police Cops The Musical 42:58

1y ago42:58

42:58

We review three new London musicals in Episode 102 of Theater Club Podcast. Standing at the Sky's Edge which has transferred from The National Theater to The Gillian Lynne in the West End; Cruel Intentions: The 90s Musical at The Other Palace; and Police Cops The Musical at Southwark Playhouse Elephant. - Opening/Closing Music: Little Lily Swing by…

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S5 E3 - Beverley Klein 45:56

1+ y ago45:56

45:56

Ali, Andrew and Matt chat to Beverley Klein about her intimidating CV! Duncan Walsh Atkins on keys! showstopperthemusical.comBy Showstopper

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Covering the Left Flank of Your Balanced Program: A Conversation with Eben Burr, President of Toews Asset Management 31:01

1+ y ago31:01

31:01

As we kick off the 2024 season, we are pleased to be joined by Eben Burr, President of Toews Asset Management. In this episode, we discuss Toews' approach to dynamically managing downside risk in both equities and fixed income allocations within a balanced portfolio. Eben also provides his outlook on the challenges facing capital markets, especiall…

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101 - King Lear, ABBA Voyage 26:03

1+ y ago26:03

26:03

In episode 101 we review King Lear at The Almeida Theatre, and ABBA Voyage! - Opening/Closing Music: Little Lily Swing by Tri-Tachyonis: licensed under a CC Attribution License Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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100 - Pacific Overtures, La Strada 28:38

1+ y ago28:38

28:38

In our 100th episode of the podcast we start 2024 by reviewing a new production of Sondheim's Pacific Overtures at The Menier Chocolate Factory, and a new Ballet production based on Federico Fellini’s 1954 film La Strada, produced by and staring Alina Cojocaru at Sadlers Welles. - Opening/Closing Music: Little Lily Swing by Tri-Tachyonis: licensed …

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S5 E2 - Alex Young 42:50

1+ y ago42:50

42:50

Andrew, Ali and Ruth talk to Alex Young about falling off stages, playing Sondheim and the things that Jamie Parker's voice does to people. Duncan Walsh Atkins on keys! Get tickets to the Southend Improvathon here, and check out the London Improvathon here! Showstopper! The Improvised Musical is touring now - www.showstopperthemusical.com…

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West End Stories Project Presents: Alexis Kidd-Zaffer 25:41

1+ y ago25:41

25:41

West End Stories Project Presents Alexis Kidd, Executive Director of Seven Hills Neighborhood Houses, one of the Library’s many community partners. Seven Hills Neighborhood Houses is one of the last neighborhood houses or settlement houses in Cincinnati. Founded in 1945, Seven Hills Neighborhood Houses provides basic needs assistance, advocacy for …

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S5 E1 - Jon Robyns 42:55

1+ y ago42:55

42:55

Can you believe it's a New Year and a new season of The Showstopper Podcast? We've made it all the way to our 5th season, and we have a brilliant line of guests in store for y'all this year! Andrew and Susan (Ali off sick again, but back next month!) chat to Jon Robyns about Valjean, the Phantom and having a nice lie in on a Sunday. Duncan Walsh At…

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99 - Matthew Bourne's Edward Scissorhands 28:55

1+ y ago28:55

28:55

In our final episode of 2023 we look back at our favourite shows of the year and ahead to whats coming to the stage in early 2024. We also review Matthew Bourne's ballet, Edward Scissorhands. - Opening/Closing Music: Little Lily Swing by Tri-Tachyonis: licensed under a CC Attribution License Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati…

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Investing in Volatile Times: A Conversation with Taylor Lukof of ABR Dynamic Funds 36:24

1+ y ago36:24

36:24

In the final episode for 2023, we are pleased to be joined by first-time guest Taylor Lukof, Founder and CEO of ABR Dynamic Funds. We discuss the basics of what it means to invest in Volatility Strategies, how to consider such strategies within a traditional asset allocation framework, and whether any market insights can be gleaned from the behavio…

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98 - The Witches, Cold War, The Phantom of the Opera 43:25

1+ y ago43:25

43:25

We two new shows to review as well as one that has been running in London for many many years, but it's a first time seeing it for one of us! First up we have the National Theatre's new musical of Roald Dahl's The Witches, directed by Lyndsey Turner with book and lyrics by Lucy Kirkwood, music and lyrics by Dave Malloy. Next is our review of Cold W…

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Jarreld Parks 18:51

1+ y ago18:51

18:51

Retired Aviation Technician and United States Air Force Veteran Jarreld Parks grew up in the in the Lincoln Court housing projects in the 1960s. Hear his story on this episode of the West End Stories Project. If you or someone you know lived or spent a significant amount of time in the West End, please consider sharing your story. Call 513-369-6900…

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Preview: Jarreld Parks 0:56

1+ y ago0:56

0:56

If you or someone you know lived or spent a significant amount of time in the West End, please consider sharing your story. Call 513-369-6900 or email [email protected] for more information.By Cincinnati & Hamilton County Public Library

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97 - Sunset Blvd., BalletBoyz: England on Fire 42:34

1+ y ago42:34

42:34

In this episode we review Jamie Lloyd's bold new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical Sunset Blvd. starring Nicole Scherzinger. We also saw the latest work from The BalletBoyz, England on Fire, at Sadlers Wells. - Opening/Closing Music: Little Lily Swing by Tri-Tachyonis: licensed under a CC Attribution License Hosted on Acast. See acast.com…

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Addressing Factor Investing Research With Wes Crill of Dimensional Funds 31:31

1+ y ago31:31

31:31

In this episode, we have the pleasure of catching up with Wes Crill, Senior Investment Director at Dimensional Funds. We address some of the latest academic reviews of factor investment research, specifically research for what's driving the factor performance/variability. We also discuss the challenges 2023 is posing on the factor premiums such as …

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S4 E10 - Ako Mitchell 42:00

1+ y ago42:00

42:00

Ali's off sick, so Andrew and Susan chat to the phenomenal Ako Mitchell about Caroline Or Change, The Color Purple, Little Shop of Horrors and more. Among his numerous talents, Ako has the best laugh in the business. Duncan Walsh Atkins on keys!By Showstopper

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96 - Dear England, Flowers For Mrs Harris, Black Sabbath The Ballet 37:20

1+ y ago37:20

37:20

In Episode 96 we review a musical, and play and a ballet. We went to see Theatre Club FAVE, Jenna Russell, in the new production of Flowers For Mrs Harris at The River Side Studios; We have our second review of James Graham's play Dear England, about Gareth Southgate captaining the England squad, now that it has transfer into the West End after a s…

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