Lin-Manuel Miranda

Mentioned in 9 analyzed podcast episodes across 9 shows

Appears On

What's Your Story? with Steph McMahon Hey Riddle Riddle Creating Confidence with Heather Monahan Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade Good Hang with Amy Poehler The Bechdel Cast Smash Boom Best: A funny, smart debate show for kids and family How to Be a Better Human Shawn Stockman's On That Note

Episode Appearances

What's Your Story? with Steph McMahon · May 21, 2026

Michael Che

“Referenced as wrestling fan who attended Madison Square Garden event with Che and others”

Stand-up comedy craft and audience readingSNL production process and sketch writingWWE wrestling as performance art

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Hey Riddle Riddle · Apr 15, 2026

#404: Episode Not Found

“Referenced as potentially aware of Magic Tavern podcast; met by host at Hamilton stage door”

Riddle solving and lateral thinkingChicago local history and urban legendsSpeech pathology and childhood impediments

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Creating Confidence with Heather Monahan · Mar 18, 2026

Confidence Classic: The Method to Solve Any Problem Fast with Jeremy Utley

“Hamilton idea came on vacation pool floaty; wife operationalized inspiration-seeking practice”

Design Thinking and Innovation MethodologyCreativity as a Learnable SkillIdea Generation and Quantity vs Quality

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Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade · Mar 5, 2026

Tim Meadows RETURNS: Sandler Text Chains & Farley Memories

“Performed with Tim Meadows in SNL 50th anniversary Broadway show”

Single-camera vs. multi-camera sitcom production formatsActor casting strategy and character complexityChris Farley's legacy and performance style

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Good Hang with Amy Poehler · Feb 10, 2026

Jonathan Groff

“Hamilton creator who texted Groff to replace Brian Darcy James in the role of King George”

Broadway Musical Theater Career DevelopmentLGBTQ+ Coming Out and Authenticity in PerformanceStephen Sondheim's Musical Legacy and Influence

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The Bechdel Cast · Feb 5, 2026

West Side Story (1961) with Becca Ramos

“Translated West Side Story lyrics to Spanish for 2009 stage production; influenced 2021 film adaptation”

Brownface casting and skin darkening in 1960s HollywoodPuerto Rican Great Migration (1950s) and urban displacement by Lincoln Center developmentRepresentation of Puerto Rican identity in mainstream American media

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Smash Boom Best: A funny, smart debate show for kids and family · Jan 8, 2026

Wizard of Oz vs Mary Poppins

“Starred in Mary Poppins Returns sequel, representing modern casting and cultural relevance in franchise continuation.”

Film adaptation and intellectual property longevityVisual effects innovation in classic cinemaCharacter development in children's entertainment

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How to Be a Better Human · Dec 1, 2025

How to find small delights in an uncontrollable world (w/ Sarah Kay)

“Performer who appeared at Bowery Poetry Club before widespread recognition”

Spoken word poetry and live performanceCommunity building and neighborhood engagementVulnerability and emotional openness

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Shawn Stockman's On That Note · Nov 19, 2025

Renée Elise Goldsberry | Hamilton

“Creator of Hamilton who provided backstage anecdotes about Goldsberry's performance and cast dynamics”

Broadway Musical Theater Performance and TrainingVoice Care and Vocal Health for PerformersAudition Process and Casting in Musical Theater

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