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Matching Minds with Sondheim: The Podcast

Matching Minds with Sondheim: The Podcast

Auteur(s): Barry Joseph & Broadway Podcast Network
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 Matching Minds with Sondheim: The Podcast in an open invitation into the puzzle-loving, game-designing mind of Broadway legend Stephen Sondheim. Based on the acclaimed book by Barry Joseph, each episode uncovers the hidden world of Sondheim’s lifelong passion for treasure hunts, cryptic crosswords, parlor games, and more. Join Barry and his guests—puzzle-makers, game designers, and Sondheim aficionados—as they explore how Sondheim's playful designs delivered moments of clarity and connection for friends, colleagues, and anyone who's ever been captivated by his genius. Whether you’re a musical theater fan, a puzzlehead, or just Sondheim-curious, this series invites you to match minds with Sondheim. Make sure to get the book everywhere books are found, or click here.Barry Joseph & Broadway Podcast Network Art Divertissement et arts de la scène Monde
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  • #18-About the Author - Barry on The Broadway Radio Show

    #18-About the Author - Barry on The Broadway Radio Show
    Dec 9 2025
    From an interview with Donald Feltham on his Broadway Radio Show, join Barry on his journey writing a book on Stephen Sondheim's love for puzzles and games, spurred by birthday gifts from his wife. Barry shares how interviewing over 120 people, many of whom were Sondheim's friends and game enthusiasts, helped paint a comprehensive picture of this multifaceted Broadway legend. The episode concludes with a plug for Barry's book and podcast, encouraging listeners to explore these resources for a deeper understanding of Sondheim's playful genius. Make sure to get the book everywhere books are found, ⁠⁠or click here⁠⁠. 00:00 Introduction to the Episode 01:34 Donald Feltham's Broadway Radio Show 02:29 Discussing the Book: Matching Minds with Sondheim 03:06 Barry Joseph's Background and Inspiration 03:21 The Influence of Stephen Sondheim 04:43 The Genesis of the Book 05:13 Exploring Sondheim's Life and Work 10:48 The Ludological Lens 11:21 Structure of the Book 16:43 Sondheim's Playful Side 18:11 Research and Interviews 23:16 Sondheim's Treasure Hunts 26:51 Engaging Everyone at the Party 27:04 The 2013 Treasure Hunt 29:02 Recreating the Treasure Hunt Over Zoom 31:37 The Famous Murder Game 38:36 The Last of Sheila: From Game to Movie 43:57 Sondheim's Challenging Jigsaw Puzzles 48:32 Conclusion and Podcast Invitation Special Links: Colm Molloy Ann Morrison Mateo Chavez Lewis The Broadway Radio Show with Donald Feltham Thanks to everyone who contributed behind the scenes to this episode: the Musical Stingers composed by Mateo Chavez Lewis, our line producer Dennis Caouki, and the theme song to our podcast with lyrics and music by Colm Molloy and sung by the one only Anne Morrison, currently on the road starring in Kimberly Akimbo. Of course, I'd also like to thank Donald Feltham both for interviewing me and letting me rebroadcast our interview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    54 min
  • #17-Steve is Love: Merrily We Play Along

    #17-Steve is Love: Merrily We Play Along
    Dec 2 2025
    Steve is Love: Merrily We Play Along Celebrate the upcoming cinematic release of Broadway’s Merrily We Roll Along with this special episode, including an interview with Maria Friedman, the show’s innovative director. Maria shares insights into Sondheim's work, his love for puzzles and games, and how her production managed to solve the notoriously challenging musical. The episode also includes reflections on the autobiographical nature of Sondheim's writing, the role of games like Hostilities in his life and work, and excerpts from the upcoming proshot film release of Merrily We Roll Along. Make sure to get the book everywhere books are found, ⁠⁠or click here⁠⁠. 00:00 Cold Open 00:14 Barry's post-theme opening 05:24 Trailer for Proshot of Merrily 07:03 Barry Interstitial 08:25 Maria Friedman interview: Part 1 15:21 Barry Interstitial 18:56 Excerpt from Podcast 1 analyzing Merrily 25:47 Barry Interstitial 26:04 Maria Friedman interview: Part 2 36:09 Barry's final interstitial Special Links: Colm Molloy Ann Morrison Mateo Chavez Lewis Merrily We Roll Along (movie) Thanks to everyone who contributed behind the scenes to this episode: the Musical Stingers composed by Mateo Chavez Lewis, our line producer Dennis Caouki, and the theme song to our podcast with lyrics and music by Colm Molloy and sung by the one only Anne Morrison, currently on the road starring in Kimberly Akimbo. Of course, I'd also like to thank Maria Friedman and the full PR team that made her accessible for my interview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    41 min
  • #16-Give us more to hear: Bonus episode

    #16-Give us more to hear: Bonus episode
    Nov 25 2025
    Let me give you more to hear! A bonus episode. Revisit my interview with Richard Schoch, author of How Sondheim Can Change Your Life, exploring how Sondheim's works and different analytical lenses bring out varied interpretations. Dig deeper into the promotional jigsaw puzzles for the The Last of Sheila. Listen to anecdotes from my experience with the first-ever alternative reality game, The Beast. We’ll end with reflections on publishing a new book, sharing poignant advice for aspiring authors from Richard Schoch, and highlighting how the release of my book has resonated with readers and fans alike. Make sure to get the book everywhere books are found, ⁠⁠or click here⁠⁠. 00:00 The GIve Us More episode (Podcast) 01:57 1. Richard Schock and Anyone Can Whistle 07:53 2. The Last of Sheila's Promotional Jigsaw Puzzles 33:05 5. Richard Schoch, Puzzle Boxes, and Advice to Authors with Upcoming Books 47:37 7. Broadway Radio Show Recommendation 48:14 8. Katz JCC Q&A Special Links: Colm Molloy Ann Morrison Mateo Chavez Lewis Reality Escape Pod Richard Schoch The Last of Sheila production short Bernie De Koven’s The Well-Played Game Matthew Farber and Tracy Fullerton’s The Well-Read Game The Grammar Girl Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    55 min
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