Boozicals

At least the drink was good. This week Raven forces Campbell to watch the worst animated movie he has ever seen. Together they ask questions such as why? how? and what? while discussing the 1999 animated adaptation of The King and I.

The Has Nothing to do with this Musical Thai Tea Cocktail:

- 2 oz vodka

- 1 oz vanilla simple syrup

- 4 oz cooled Thai iced tea

- 2 oz sweetened condensed milk

Stir simple syrup, vodka, and tea in a glass. Add condensed milk and ice.

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Education Through Music at https://give.etmonline.org/boozicals

The D’Addario Foundation: http://www.daddariofoundation.org/about/donate 

Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation: https://www.mhopus.org/donate/ 

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This week Raven and Campbell are joined by the one and only, Dr. Hannah Rolston, and together they discuss influences on Tejano music, hot sauce on pizza, and the incomparable Selena Quintanilla in the 1997 film, Selena. Shout out to Anything for Selena, a podcast that combines rigorous reporting with impassioned storytelling to honor Selena’s legacy and explore the indelible mark she left on Latino identity and belonging. Listen on:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1aCcf9CN3cunTBdkIzYTvo?si=0c46cfeba58f42b2)

Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/wbur/anything-for-selena 

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/anything-for-selena/id1535265016 

Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9yc3Mud2J1ci5vcmcvYW55dGhpbmdmb3JzZWxlbmEvcG9kY2FzdA 

Radio Public: https://radiopublic.com/anything-for-selena-GZQvY9 

Dreaming of You Margarita Recipe:

- 2 oz tequila

- 0.5 oz agave

- 0.5 oz triple sec

- 1.5 oz fresh lime juice

- 1 cup of ice

- ¼ fresh avocado

- Chile salt for glass

Moisten the rim of your glass with a lime wedge and dip into spicy salt. Then add tequila, agave, triple sec, lime juice, and ice to a blender until well combined. Add the avocado and blend until just smooth. Poor into glass and enjoy!

You can support us by donating to:

Education Through Music at https://give.etmonline.org/boozicals

The D’Addario Foundation: http://www.daddariofoundation.org/about/donate 

Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation: https://www.mhopus.org/donate/ 

Email us at [email protected] or comment your musical requests! Also be sure to follow us on our Instagram @boozicals for updates on your now favorite podcast.

Fact. Michelle Pfeiffer is the coolest person who has ever lived. This week Raven and Campbell discuss enthusiastic background dancers, horny-ass song lyrics, and ask what makes a good sequel in the cult classic, Grease 2.

Cool Rider Recipe (makes more than 1 drink!):

- 4-5 oz vodka (spicy or regular, live your life)

- 2 tablespoons agave

- 1 ½ cups cold water

- 4 oz fresh lemon juice

- 2-4 fresh jalapeño slices

- The tiniest bit of food grade activated charcoal for some edge

In a large glass or a small pitcher, muddle jalapeño slices in fresh lemon juice. Add the rest of the ingredients and stir to combine. Add ice if that's your thing.

You can support us by donating to:

Education Through Music at https://give.etmonline.org/boozicals

The D’Addario Foundation: http://www.daddariofoundation.org/about/donate 

Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation: https://www.mhopus.org/donate/ 

Email us at [email protected] or comment your musical requests! Also be sure to follow us on our Instagram @boozicals for updates on your now favorite podcast.

Hello Dear Listeners - Editing Raven here!

It should come as no surprise by now that Campbell and I frequently find ourselves at odds on these musicals. This episode is no different. Please enjoy this nearly 10 uninterrupted minutes of ranting as Campbell and I "discuss" musical filmmaking and opera performance.

You can support us by donating to:

Education Through Music at https://give.etmonline.org/boozicals

The D’Addario Foundation: http://www.daddariofoundation.org/about/donate 

Mr. Holland’s Opus FoundationL https://www.mhopus.org/donate/ 

Email us at [email protected] or comment your musical requests! Also be sure to follow us on our Instagram @boozicals for updates on your now favorite podcast.

WE ARE BACK, LISTENERS!!! Raven and Campbell start off strong this season with all new drinks, guests, and segments. Together they discuss the use of tritones, color composition, and the incomparable Rita Moreno in the 2021 film adaptation of West Side Story!

Romeo and Julep Recipe:

- 2 oz bourbon

- 1 oz strawberry rose simple syrup

- 3.5 oz prosecco

- Fresh mint sprigs

Muddle mint and syrup together in your shaker. Add bourbon and ice and shake well until chilled. Strain into your cup and top with prosecco. Add fresh mint to garnish.

You can support us by donating to:

Education Through Music at https://give.etmonline.org/boozicals

The D’Addario Foundation: http://www.daddariofoundation.org/about/donate 

Mr. Holland’s Opus FoundationL https://www.mhopus.org/donate/ 

Email us at [email protected] or comment your musical requests! Also be sure to follow us on our Instagram @boozicals for updates on your now favorite podcast.

Let’s get drunk! This week Raven and Campbell celebrate their season 1 finale!!!! Together they exchange incredibly thoughtful gifts, reflect on favorite moments from the season, and discuss future podcast plans. 

Check out our bonus power hour on YouTube: https://youtu.be/xl0f-_I4qn0 

R&C Cola Recipe:

- 2 oz spiced rum

- 0.5 oz amaretto

- 0.5 oz cointreau 

- 0.25 oz campari

- Cola of choice (recommend RC Cola)

- 3-4 dashes of orange bitters

Combine liquors in a pint glass with ice. Stir to combine. Add cola and bitters and enjoy!

You can support us by donating to:

Education Through Music at https://p2p.onecause.com/boozicals 

The D’Addario Foundation: http://www.daddariofoundation.org/about/donate 

Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation: https://www.mhopus.org/donate/ 

Email us at [email protected] or comment your musical requests! Also be sure to follow us on our Instagram @boozicals for updates on your now favorite podcast.

It’s like Hamlet, but it makes kids cry! This week Raven and Campbell welcome the incredible, radiant, incomparable big sister, Jasmine. Together they discuss family betrayals, colorism in children’s movies, and hot Simba in the 1994 animated film, The Lion King.

Sarabi Sour Recipe:

- 2 oz whiskey of choice

- 2 oz lemon juice

- 1.5 oz ginger-spice simple syrup 

- 2 tbsp aquafaba

Combine in a shaker with ice and strain over ice. Garnish with your favorite sour gummy worms and other grubs.

Ginger Spice Syrup:

- 1 cup water

- 1 cup sugar

- 0.5 oz peeled, sliced ginger root

- 1 cinnamon stick

- 0.5 tsp ground nutmeg

Bring water to a boil over high heat. Add sugar and combine until fully dissolved. Add remaining ingredients and reduce heat to low. Cover and cook for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.

You can support us by donating to:

Education Through Music at https://p2p.onecause.com/boozicals 

The D’Addario Foundation: http://www.daddariofoundation.org/about/donate 

Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation: https://www.mhopus.org/donate/ 

Email us at [email protected] or comment your musical requests! Also be sure to follow us on our Instagram @boozicals for updates on your now favorite podcast.

While they might argue who Raven’s best friend is, there is one thing they can agree on: Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey. This week, join Raven, Campbell, and “best friends,” Justice and Casey, as they talk about their favorite plagues, The Bible, and getting Shrek’d in the 1998 animated film The Prince of Egypt.

Bloodbath 2 Recipe:

- 2 oz Strawberry Liqueur

- 2 oz Silver Tequila

- 0.75 oz grenadine

- 0.5 oz Campari

- 0.5 oz lime juice

Combine in a shaker with ice, strain into a margarita glass, garnish with a slice of lime and add a bloody rim as featured by the Velveteen Lounge Kitschen Youtube Channel:

Youtube link - Cocktail Recipe How-To for Halloween: Blue Blood

Instagram - @velveteenlounge

You can support us by donating to:

Education Through Music at https://p2p.onecause.com/boozicals 

The D’Addario Foundation: http://www.daddariofoundation.org/about/donate 

Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation: https://www.mhopus.org/donate/ 

Email us at [email protected] or comment your musical requests! Also be sure to follow us on our Instagram @boozicals for updates on your now favorite podcast.

We do not acknowledge certain Cinderella films. We are firm on this decision. You will not be seeing another. This week Raven and Campbell discuss Whitney Houston bops, color blind casting, and the absolute TALENT in the 1997 film remake of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella.

12:01 Recipe:

- 3 oz milk of choice

- 2 oz brandy

- 1 oz amaretto

- 1.5 tbsp pumpkin puree

- 0.5 oz maple syrup

- whipped cream

Combine brandy, amaretto, puree, and syrup in a shaker with ice. Pour over ice, top with milk and whipped cream. Garnish with a nutmeg sprinkle and a cinnamon stick.

You can support us by donating to:

Education Through Music at https://p2p.onecause.com/boozicals 

The D’Addario Foundation: http://www.daddariofoundation.org/about/donate 

Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation: https://www.mhopus.org/donate/ 

Email us at [email protected] or comment your musical requests! Also be sure to follow us on our Instagram @boozicals for updates on your now favorite podcast.

She is a dancing queen, young and naive, gonna cause a wedding scene. This week Raven and Campbell talk evil plots, toyed heartstrings, and ABBA bops in the 2008 musical film Mamma Mia! (We miss you Erin)

Not Your Daddies’ Sangria Recipe:

- 1 bottle dry white wine

- 1 grapefruit sliced

- 1 lime sliced

- 1 lemon sliced

- 1/4 cup peach schnapps

- 1/4 cup Metaxa brandy or Ouzo

- fresh mint

- Soda water

Combine everything except the soda water in a pitcher and refrigerate for at least a few hours. Pour in a glass and add soda water

You can support us by donating to:

Education Through Music at https://p2p.onecause.com/boozicals 

The D’Addario Foundation: http://www.daddariofoundation.org/about/donate 

Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation: https://www.mhopus.org/donate/ 

Email us at [email protected] or comment your musical requests! Also be sure to follow us on our Instagram @boozicals for updates on your now favorite podcast.