Episodes

  • episode 6 | kara young
    Dec 5 2025
    Episode 6: Kara Young In episode six of Odd Woman Out, host Samantha Dawn Tuozzolo (famously known as Tutz) sits down with Kara Young—history-making Tony winner, fearless storyteller, and the magnetic force currently tearing up downtown in Gruesome Playground Injuries opposite Nick Braun. Recorded at the Welcome to Times Square Studio, this no-BS, full-volume conversation is overflowing with grit, laughter, and the kind of soul-level honesty Kara is known for. She opens up about the wild emotional terrain of Gruesome Playground Injuries, the surreal journey of shattering ceilings on Broadway, and the very real moments she’s felt like the odd woman out in an industry that doesn’t always know where to place a woman like her. This episode is powered by WelcomeToTimesSquare.com — the billboard where you can be a star for a day. Tune in to hear Kara Young reveal: What drew her to the raw, gut-punching world of Gruesome Playground Injuries How working opposite Nick Braun has challenged and energized her The truth behind her history-making Tony wins and what they meant in real time How she navigates feeling “odd” in an industry still catching up to her brilliance The advice she has for every Odd Woman Out carving her own lane Why embracing vulnerability has become one of her greatest artistic tools Connect with Kara Young: Instagram Connect with Samantha Dawn Tuozzolo (Tutz): Personal Site Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    51 mins
  • episode 5 | shoshana bean
    Nov 28 2025
    Episode 5: Shoshana Bean In this electric episode of Odd Woman Out, host Samantha Dawn Tuozzolo (famously known as Tutz) sits down with the unstoppable Shoshana Bean—Grammy winner, Broadway force, and the powerhouse behind her new album Only Smoke. Recorded at the Welcome to Times Square Studio, this straight up no-filter conversation is packed with fire, and major truth bombs. Shoshana gets real about her transformative run in Waitress, the surreal high of headlining Carnegie Hall, and the countless times she’s felt like the odd woman out because of the way she sings, looks, and refuses to be anything but authentically herself- which has been the wind beneath her wings. This episode is powered by WelcomeToTimesSquare.com — the billboard where you can be a star for a day. Tune in to hear Shoshana Bean reveal: The raw inspiration behind Only Smoke How OWO captures everything she’s felt from day one—from how she looks, to how she sings, to navigating what’s “mainstream” versus what she truly wants to create Why making Only Smoke became a powerful part of her healing process What it was really like stepping onto the Carnegie Hall stage How Waitress was one of the most magical Broadway experiences Connect with Shoshana Bean: Official Site Shoshana's Instagram Shoshana's TikTok Connect with Samantha Dawn Tuozzolo (Tutz): Personal Site Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    43 mins
  • episode 4 | linedy genao
    Nov 17 2025
    Episode 4: Linedy Genao In this upbeat episode of Odd Woman Out, host Samantha Dawn Tuozzolo (affectionately known as Tutz) sits down with Linedy Genao, best known for her performance as Cinderella in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Bad Cinderella. Recorded at the Welcome to Times Square Studio, this heartfelt conversation is filled with laughter, honesty, and inspiration. Linedy reflects on her early theater roots, her Broadway dreams, and the power of embracing your uniqueness as a source of strength. This episode is powered by WelcomeToTimesSquare.com — the billboard where you can be a star for a day. Tune in to hear Linedy Genao share: How she has overcome all of the noise on social media The importance of being true to yourself Why it’s essential to bring a little of yourself to the characters you play What she learned from being a humble and welcoming leader Connect with Linedy Genao: ⁠Instagram Connect with Samantha Dawn Tuozzolo (Tutz): Personal Site Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    37 mins
  • episode 3 | whitney white
    Oct 31 2025
    Episode 3: Whitney White — Liberation, Leadership, and Owning Your “Oddness” In this inspiring episode of Odd Woman Out, host Samantha Dawn Tuozzolo (affectionately known as Tutz) sits down with the phenomenal Whitney White, the acclaimed director of Liberation on Broadway — a New York Times Critics’ Pick. Whitney opens up about her artistic journey from acting to directing, her experiences navigating spaces where she’s felt like the “odd woman out,” and how the theatre she creates continues to uplift and celebrate women’s voices. Recorded at the Welcome to Times Square Studio, this heartfelt conversation is full of laughter, honesty, and inspiration. Whitney reflects on her early theater roots, her Broadway dreams, and the power of embracing your uniqueness as a source of strength. This episode is powered by WelcomeToTimesSquare.com — the billboard where you can be a star for a day. Tune in to hear Whitney White share: The women who have inspired her Lessons learned from directing complex characters Advice for the next generation of women artists Insights into Liberation on Broadway The importance of being confident in yourself— and so much more! Connect with Whitney White: ⁠Personal Site⁠ Instagram Connect with Samantha Dawn Tuozzolo (Tutz): Personal Site Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    36 mins
  • episode 2 | caitlin houlahan
    Oct 24 2025
    About In episode two of OWO, host Samantha Dawn Tuozzolo—affectionately known as Tutz—sits down with the incredible Caitlin Houlahan, beloved in the Broadway community for her unforgettable performance as Dawn in Sara Bareilles’s Waitress. Caitlin takes us on a journey through her artistic path, sharing the inspirations that fuel her creativity and how stepping into New Dawn Rising quite literally transformed her life. Recorded at the Welcome to Times Square Studio, this uplifting and candid conversation is packed with motivation, gratitude, and—of course—plenty of talk about pie. Whether you’re a die-hard Waitress fan, newly obsessed with Not Ready for Prime Time, or simply someone in need of a little creative inspiration, this episode was made just for you. Powered by WelcomeToTimesSquare.com—the billboard where you can be a star for a day. Listen now to hear Caitlin Houlahan talk about: Practicing self-love Embracing what it means to be your true Odd Woman Out Favorite memories from her time in Waitress on Broadway (and now streaming on HBO) Her passion for theatre and the Broadway community Owning your authentic self in the audition room Connect with Caitlin Houlahan: Instagram: @Caithoula Connect with Samantha Dawn Tuozzolo (Tutz): Personal Site Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    54 mins
  • episode 1 | bellamy young
    Oct 10 2025
    Episode 1 of Odd Woman Out is here! In this episode, we chat with the incredible Bellamy Young, best known for her portrayal of Mellie Grant on Shonda Rhimes’ hit TV series Scandal. Bellamy opens up about how she practices self-love to tune out the noise and stay confident in her artistry. She also shares the inspiration behind her new self-produced book, The Aetherion Code: Book One — The Spark. We handle it in this episode — enjoy! Odd Woman Out is a space where women in the arts can reclaim their narratives and have fun while doing it! Hosted by Samantha Dawn Tuozzolo — affectionately known as “Tutz” — the show shines a light on the subtle and not-so-subtle ways women have been made to feel “othered” simply for being their beautifully odd selves. Samantha Tuozzolo's Personal Site Samantha Tuozzolo Instagram
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    35 mins