BROADWAY BESTIES
The Broadway Besties Podcast with Carson Twitchell and Mark Kurian
Step into the world of Broadway with Carson Twitchell and Mark Kurian, two theater insiders bringing you behind the curtain of New York’s biggest shows, stars, and stories.
Carson, a Broadway performer with firsthand experience on stage, and Mark, a media and pop culture voice with a deep love for musical theater, deliver a dynamic mix of insider access, humor, and unfiltered conversation. Together, they break down everything happening on Broadway right now, from must-see shows and iconic performances to industry secrets and casting buzz.
Each episode of The Broadway Besties Podcast features conversations about Broadway shows, musical theater trends, and exclusive interviews with actors, creatives, and industry professionals. Whether you are a lifelong theater fan or just discovering Broadway, this podcast gives you a front-row seat to the drama, the talent, and the reality behind the spotlight.
Expect bold opinions, honest reviews, and the kind of backstage insight you will not find anywhere else.
If you love Broadway musicals, theater culture, and the stories behind the stage, The Broadway Besties Podcast is your go-to source for everything happening on Broadway and beyond.
BROADWAY BESTIES
Wicked Is Overrated (So We Fixed It)
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This week on Broadway Besties, we're making a confession that might get us banned from the Gershwin Theatre: we think Wicked is overrated.
Before the pitchforks come out, hear us out. Mark and Carson take on the impossible challenge of completely recasting and reimagining one of Broadway's biggest blockbusters. From dream Elphabas and Fieros to directors, designers, and even songs we'd tweak, nothing is safe.
Would a fresh cast breathe new life into Oz? Are there Broadway stars who would've been better fits all along? And is Wicked still the untouchable masterpiece many claim it is?
We're risking our Broadway credibility and having a lot of fun doing it.
Grab your broomstick, prepare your angry comments, and join us as we ask the question:
If Wicked opened tomorrow, who should actually be in it? 🎭💚