Dolly needs more than one special so we decided we would discuss ‘Joyful Noise’ from 2012. In this film she plays the rival of Queen Latifah as they battle to become leader of their church’s Gospel Choir. Tune is as we celebrate our icon from here to the moon and back ❤️

Imagine if you could talk to the animals…well this episode we find out what happens is you could as we discuss the 1967 adaptation of ‘Doctor Dolittle’ starring Rex Harrison. Based on the Hugh Lofting book series, the 19th Century Doctor can communicate with the animal kingdom and goes in search for the legendary Great Pink Sea Snail. Tune in and listen with your furry friends!

It’s hard to be a Diamond in a Rhinestone World 💎

We just had to do a Dolly special this week so we discuss the 1984 musical comedy ‘Rhinestone’ that she starred in with Sylvester Stallone. Country music club performer Jake is set the challenge to turn taxi driver Nick into a singer. The mission takes the action from New York to Tennessee. Tune in and enjoy reliving some Dolly magic with us 🦋

It’s time for a Sondheim special as we discuss the 2025 filmed stage version of ‘Merrily We Roll Along’, recorded at Broadway’s Hudson Theatre. The Tony Award winning production directed by Maria Friedman stars Jonathan Groff, Daniel Radcliffe and Lindsey Mendez. Based on the 1981 musical the story tells the story of three best friends in reverse chronology. Tune in and join us Old Friends!

There is nothing like a podcast which is lucky because this episode we bring you the 1958 film version of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s ‘South Pacific’. The plot focuses on two intercultural romances on a Pacific Island during WWII. Jam packed full of well known songs and Happy Talk. Grab the shampoo and get ready to wash that man right out of your hair!

‘Song Sung Blue’ continued!

The good times never seemed so good as we discuss the 2025 Biographical music drama ‘Song Sung Blue’. We see the story of Mike and Claire Sardinia who formed a Neil Diamond tribute act called ‘Lightning and Thunder’. Starring Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson in an Oscar nominated role, the film is packed full of classic songs. Tune in and feel So Good, So Good, So Good!

And I’m telling you it’s time for another Pod as we discuss the 2006 film adaptation of the powerhouse musical ‘Dreamgirls’. Starring Beyoncé, Jamie Foxx, Eddie Murphy and Jennifer Hudson in her Oscar winning debut we see the rise of the 60’s Girl Group The Dreams. This film à clef takes strong inspiration from the Motown era and the rise of Diana Ross and The Supremes. You’ve got One Night Only to tune in!

It really is ‘Too Darn Hot!’ so a perfect time for a pod about the 1953 film ‘Kiss Me Kate’ starring Katherine Grayson, Howard Keel and Ann Miller. Inspired by Shakespeare’s ‘The Taming of the Shrew’ this Cole Porter musical tells the story of a divorced couple brought back together to star in a play. So Brush up your Shakespeare and tune in!

As always we’re waving Our Pride Flags high and this year’s special is the 2020 musical ‘The Prom’ starring Meryl Streep, James Corden, Nicole Kidman and Andrew Randells. Some failing Broadway stars travel to Indiana to stand up for a girl who has been told she can’t attend the Prom with her girlfriend. Wear your crown and tune in! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️