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The Roundtable with Robert Bannon

Broadway Podcast Network

Performer Robert Bannon sits down with the best and brightest artists to have in-depth, fun, craft filled chats with stars of Broadway, Stage, Screen, and Social Media. It could be the Tony Winner of the Moment to a Tik Tok Star going viral, literally there is something for everyone! This show is not about gossip, scandal, or gotcha questions. This is a show about the journey, the craft, and a whole lot of fun! Join us for special Red Carpet Events from Broadway Openings, NY Galas, to The Tribeca

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21:15

The Cast & Creatives of FISH Are at The Roundtable!

The Roundtable with Robert Bannon ·

2026/10/05

We’re heading Off-Broadway as WP Theater’s Producing Artistic Director Lisa McNulty, director Tatiana Pandiani, and stars Alyssa May Gold and Yasmin Ranz-Lind join The Roundtable to take us inside the world premiere of Melis Aker’s FISH!Set in London in 2016, FISH follows 17-year-old Karya as she struggles with the unresolved disappearance of her brother. When a theory from her mother begins to gain traction, Karya and her best friend create a twisted online experiment to search for answers — and

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23:48

BILLY RECCE TALKS BIG MAN: A NEW MUSICAL!

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2026/10/04

Award-winning, Billboard-charting composer and songwriter Billy Recce joins us at The Roundtable to talk about his powerful new project, BIG MAN: A NEW MUSICAL!Currently in development, BIG MAN takes us inside the imagination of Albert, an 85-year-old man living with Alzheimer’s whose world transforms from a memory care room into the bright lights, big-band sounds, and Rat Pack swagger of 1960s Las Vegas. With music by Billy Recce and book and lyrics by Sheryl Berk, the show explores family,

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21:36

Ledisi & the Cast and Creatives of WANTED Are Here! |...

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2026/10/03

Broadway is getting WANTED — and The Roundtable is going inside one of the season’s most exciting new musicals! ⭐️Grammy Award winner Ledisi joins us alongside members of the incredible cast and creative team of WANTED, the new American musical heading to Broadway’s James Earl Jones Theatre. Inspired by a Clarke family story carried through generations, WANTED takes us to Texas in 1893, where twin sisters Mary and Martha Clarke are on the run. Black women passing as white, the sisters navigate

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22:22

Merce Talks “My Guy,” ALIVE & Finding Her Own Voice |...

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2026/10/02

A new chapter. A powerful voice. A story worth hearing! Singer, songwriter, and producer Merce joins Robert Bannon at The Roundtable to talk about her single “My Guy” and her deeply personal solo project, ALIVE. As a founding member of The Jazzyfatnastees, Merce helped shape the neo-soul movement—and now she is bringing her own story front and center.We talk about the meaning behind “My Guy,” trusting your path, and finding the courage to move forward. Blending alternative soul, pop, and

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19:36

Boney James Talks “A Simple Man,” New Music & a...

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2026/10/02

The saxophone legend is at The Roundtable! Four-time Grammy nominee Boney James joins Robert Bannon to celebrate his brand-new album, A Simple Man. With 20 studio albums and more than three decades of making music, Boney continues to bring the soul, the groove, and that unmistakable sound we love! We talk about the inspiration behind this deeply personal new chapter, finding joy in the simple things, and blending jazz and R&B in a way that is entirely his own. Featuring collaborations with Ledisi,

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14:58

Leon Talks “Wildcards” and a Career of Unforgettable...

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2026/10/01

The one and only Leon is at The Roundtable! From The Five Heartbeats and The Temptations to Cool Runnings, his performances have given us characters and moments we continue to love. Now, he joins Robert Bannon for a conversation about his latest film, Wildcards!Written and directed by Wes Miller, Wildcards brings questions of truth, bias, and justice into the courtroom. Leon stars as Greg Sims, a veteran defense attorney whose undefeated record faces a challenging case. With jurors divided and a

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15:48

Matthew Lillard, Amber Midthunder & the Cast of...

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2026/10/01

We’re turning down the lights and turning up the chills on The Roundtable! Robert Bannon welcomes Matthew Lillard, Amber Midthunder, Alison Thornton, Josie Totah, Joel Oulette, and Arthur Conti for a special featuring the cast of Carrie, Mike Flanagan’s new adaptation of Stephen King’s classic for Prime Video. First up, Matthew Lillard and Amber Midthunder join Robert! From Matthew’s unforgettable place in horror history to Amber’s powerhouse screen presence, this is a pairing we could not wait to

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16:47

Craig Allen Smith Becomes Mrs. Doubtfire! The Hit...

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2026/09/30

Helloooooo, Detroit! 👵🔥Mrs. Doubtfire is coming to the Motor City — and Craig Allen Smith is stepping into one of musical theatre’s most beloved (and demanding!) transformations! Craig Allen Smith joins The Roundtable with Robert Bannon to talk about taking on Daniel Hillard AND his unforgettable alter ego, Mrs. Doubtfire, in the touring production of the hit Broadway musical. We talk about the transformation into Euphegenia Doubtfire, the comedy, the costumes, the heart underneath all those

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32:41

ANTHONY NUNZIATA IS MR. ANTHONY!

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2026/09/30

Meet MR. ANTHONY! ❤️ Anthony is the co-creator and host of the brand-new musical children’s series Mr. Anthony & Friends, bringing music, imagination and some pretty incredible friends along for the ride — including legendary composer Stephen Schwartz, Tony and Emmy Award winner Lillias White, Janine LaManna, Ali Ewoldt and more! We talk about why Anthony wanted to create something for kids and families, the heart behind Mr. Anthony, and what it feels like to step into this exciting new

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15:14

From Dazed and Confused to The Walking Dead: Shawn...

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2026/09/29

Shawn Andrews is here!For generations of movie fans, Andrews will forever be part of one of the most beloved coming-of-age films ever made. He starred as Kevin Pickford in Richard Linklater’s Dazed and Confused, joining an unforgettable ensemble in the 1993 cult classic that continues to find new audiences more than three decades later. Now, Shawn is stepping into another massive pop-culture universe with AMC’s The Walking Dead: Dead City — and he has plenty to talk about! Shawn joins Robert

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37:12

Laura Bryna Is Bringing the Thunder!

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2026/09/28

Country music with a little rock 'n' roll, a whole lot of attitude, and a heart as big as Nashville! 🤠🎶Country-rock sensation Laura Bryna joins Robert Bannon on The Roundtable to talk about her latest music, including her new single “Drinkin’ Town,” a rowdy, feel-good anthem celebrating hometown roots, lifelong friendships, and the places that always bring us back together. We're also diving into her empowering anthem “RISE,” her partnership with the National Alliance on Mental Illness, and

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26:23

Vaishali Sinha Is Giving Male Birth Control a Shot!

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2026/09/27

What if the future of birth control wasn't just a woman's responsibility? 👀Award-winning filmmaker Vaishali Sinha joins Robert Bannon on The Roundtable to discuss her fascinating new documentary, GIVE IT A SHOT! Following the global race to develop reversible male contraception, the film takes us inside the world of groundbreaking science, reproductive freedom, and the decades-long fight to give men more options when it comes to family planning. From an 83-year-old Indian scientist determined

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19:15

The Roundtable Goes Home To The NJ Hall Of Fame Red...

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2026/09/27

ERSEY, BABY! We're heading home! 🎤❤️ The Roundtable with Robert Bannon is rolling out the red carpet for the New Jersey Hall of Fame, celebrating the legends, icons, and unforgettable personalities who make the Garden State so extraordinary! Our fabulous red carpet correspondents Adrienne and John are bringing you all the action, excitement, and exclusive conversations from this star-studded celebration! And what a lineup! 🏈 Lawrence Taylor — NFL legend and New York Giants icon! 🎶 The

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22:31

Bobby Conte Brings Dickens to Life in COPPERFIELD!...

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2026/09/26

Broadway favorite Bobby Conte joins Robert Bannon on The Roundtable to talk about his starring role in COPPERFIELD! The New Musical, a brand-new Off-Broadway adaptation of Charles Dickens’ beloved novel! From originating the role of Calogero in A Bronx Tale to appearing in Company and The Who’s Tommy, Bobby has built an incredible Broadway career. Now, he takes on the iconic role of David Copperfield in a new musical about finding your place in the world, overcoming adversity, and discovering what

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27:56

Al Tapper Brings His Life, Laughs, and Music to the...

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2026/09/25

What happens when a lifetime of music, memories, and a few stories that probably should have stayed at the bar become a musical? You get After All These Years: The Musicals of Al Tapper!Composer, lyricist, and producer Al Tapper joins Robert Bannon on The Roundtable to celebrate his new Off-Broadway production, now playing at AMT Theater in New York City. Part concert, part comedy, and part affectionate roast, After All These Years takes audiences on a musical journey through Tapper's

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25:07

Rose Garcia Celebrates a New Era of The Dinah!

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2026/09/25

Palm Springs is about to get a whole lot more fabulous! Reality television favorite, entrepreneur, and LGBTQ+ advocate Rose Garcia joins Robert Bannon on The Roundtable to celebrate the next chapter of The Dinah, the legendary music festival and celebration of queer women that has been bringing people together for 35 years. Best known to audiences from Showtime's The Real L Word, Rose has been part of The Dinah family for decades. Now, alongside longtime festival producer Bella Barkow, she's

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26:55

Mr. Showbiz Himself! Murray Hill Talks His New...

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2026/09/24

SHOWBIZ, BABY! 🎤The one, the only, the hardest-working middle-aged man in show business, MURRAY HILL, joins Robert Bannon for an unforgettable conversation on The Roundtable! The legendary comedian, actor, entertainer, and star of HBO's Somebody Somewhere is pulling back the curtain with his highly anticipated debut memoir, Showbiz! My Life as a Middle-Aged Man, arriving October 6 from Gallery Books. For more than three decades, Murray has been bringing his signature old-school showbiz

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23:18

Rufus Wainwright & Chris Walden Bring Kurt Weill to...

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2026/09/24

Music, theater, and a little bit of magic come together on an all-new episode of The Roundtable with Robert Bannon! This week, Robert welcomes the incomparable Rufus Wainwright and seven-time GRAMMY-nominated composer, arranger, and conductor Chris Walden for a special conversation celebrating their album, I’m a Stranger Here Myself – Wainwright Does Weill. Known for his unmistakable voice, theatrical brilliance, and ability to move effortlessly between pop, opera, and Broadway, Rufus takes on the

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25:18

Andrew Barth Feldman Gets Presidential with Jo...

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2026/09/23

What happens when a fifth-grade history presentation goes completely off the rails? You get LBJ: The Play — a wildly campy, queer, and wonderfully unhinged theatrical adventure!Broadway favorite Andrew Barth Feldman (Dear Evan Hansen, No Hard Feelings), comedian and producer Jo Firestone, and creator and star Sunny Zimmerman join Robert Bannon on The Roundtable for a hilarious conversation about bringing Lyndon Baines Johnson to the stage like you've never seen him before! Presented by Jo

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31:57

Lauren Ambrose & Cast Talk THE UNBELIEVERS & Its...

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2026/09/22

Lauren Ambrose is back on the New York stage — and we’re talking all about it on The Roundtable!Tony Award winner Lauren Ambrose leads the cast of THE UNBELIEVERS, a poignant, funny, and deeply human new play from Tony and Olivier Award-nominated playwright Nick Payne, directed by Tony nominee Knud Adams. Ambrose stars as Miriam, a mother living with the unimaginable: the unexplained disappearance of her teenage son. As the years pass without answers, Miriam, David, and their blended family are

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