Episodes

  • Ep 651- Tony Winner Melba Moore Talks Her New Book, New Singles, & Faith!

    Ep 651- Tony Winner Melba Moore Talks Her New Book, New Singles, & Faith!
    Oct 23 2025
    Tony Award winner Melba Moore joins The Roundtable with Robert Bannon for an unforgettable conversation about her incredible journey through music, Broadway, and faith. With a career spanning over five decades, Melba reflects on her resilience, her new book, and the stories behind her latest singles that continue to inspire and uplift audiences worldwide. In this soul-stirring chat, Robert and Melba talk about the power of faith, creativity, and staying true to yourself through every chapter of life. From Broadway stages to gospel charts, Melba proves that her light only shines brighter with time — and this conversation is a true masterclass in perseverance and purpose. 🎧 The Roundtable with Robert Bannon streams on Broadway World, Spotify, iHeart, Apple, and YouTube. 🌐 Visit RobertBannon.com & follow @RobertBannon on Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    27 mins
  • Bonus: A Chat All About "Sally Spectre!" Perfect For Halloween!

    Bonus: A Chat All About "Sally Spectre!" Perfect For Halloween!
    Oct 22 2025
    A hauntingly original musical is making its New York debut! Sally Spectre — written, composed, and lyricized by David P. Johnson — tells the darkly whimsical tale of a young girl trapped between life and death in a decaying Victorian mansion. With its mix of gothic humor, heart, and ghostly charm, this award-winning piece offers a unique take on grief, forgiveness, and the power of imagination. Joining Robert for this conversation are David P. Johnson, Arden Teresa Lewis, and Soda Persi, who bring this eerie yet enchanting world to life. Together they discuss the show’s long creative journey, the joy of bringing Sally Spectre to New York audiences, and the magic of finding humanity within the haunting. It’s a spellbinding chat that celebrates originality, collaboration, and the art of storytelling. 🎧 Catch The Roundtable with Robert Bannon on Broadway World, iHeart, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. 🌐 Visit RobertBannon.com | 📸 Follow @RobertMBannon #SallySpectre #DavidPJohnson #ArdenTeresaLewis #SodaPersi #TheRoundtableWithRobertBannon #MusicalTheatre #OffBroadway #NewYorkTheatre #HauntedMusical #RobertBannon #TheBestIsYetToCome Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    26 mins
  • Ep 650- Anne Washburn Talks "The Burning Cauldron of Fiery Fire" At The Vineyard!

    Ep 650- Anne Washburn Talks "The Burning Cauldron of Fiery Fire" At The Vineyard!
    Oct 22 2025
    Acclaimed playwright Anne Washburn joins The Roundtable with Robert Bannon to talk about her newest work, The Burning Cauldron of Fiery Fire, now igniting The Vineyard Theatre. Known for her imaginative, fearless storytelling (Mr. Burns: A Post-Electric Play, Shipwreck), Anne dives into a wild new world where an off-the-grid California commune wrestles with loss, community, and the rituals that hold us together. In this illuminating chat, Anne shares how she conjured the play’s humor, tenderness, and chaos, what drew her to this strange and spiritual corner of America, and how she continues to reinvent what theatre can be. It’s thoughtful, funny, and a true writer’s conversation about creativity, collaboration, and courage. 🎧 Catch The Roundtable with Robert Bannon on Broadway World, iHeart, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. 🌐 Visit RobertBannon.com | 📸 Follow @RobertMBannon #AnneWashburn #TheBurningCauldronOfFieryFire #VineyardTheatre #TheRoundtableWithRobertBannon #Playwright #OffBroadway #Theatre #NewPlay #RobertBannon #TheBestIsYetToCome Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    23 mins
  • Ep 649- Rachael & Vilray Talk “West of Broadway” The Album & Tour!

    Ep 649- Rachael & Vilray Talk “West of Broadway” The Album & Tour!
    Oct 21 2025
    The incomparable duo Rachael & Vilray join The Roundtable with Robert Bannon to talk all about their brand-new album, West of Broadway. Known for their throwback sound that blends golden-era jazz with modern wit, vocalist Rachael Price (of Lake Street Dive) and guitarist-songwriter Vilray bring their signature charm to a collection that celebrates storytelling, swing, and romance. They open up about the creative process behind the record, their lifelong friendship, and how they capture that timeless chemistry that makes their music feel both classic and completely fresh. They also share details about their new tour, including an exciting stop at NJPAC in Newark, New Jersey. From the studio to the stage, this conversation captures the heart, humor, and harmony that define Rachael & Vilray’s world. It’s a delightful look at two artists who remind us that great songs—and great partnerships—never go out of style. 🎧 Watch & Listen on Broadway World, YouTube, Spotify, and iHeart. 🌐 RobertBannon.com | 📱 @RobertMBannon #TheRoundtableWithRobertBannon #RachaelAndVilray #WestOfBroadway #Jazz #NJPAC #LakeStreetDive #NewMusic #TheBestIsYetToCome Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    20 mins
  • Ep 648- Filmmaker Sean King O’Grady Talks “Suspicious Minds!”

    Ep 648- Filmmaker Sean King O’Grady Talks “Suspicious Minds!”
    Oct 20 2025
    Filmmaker Sean King O’Grady joins The Roundtable with Robert Bannon to talk about his gripping new series, Suspicious Minds. The project dives deep into the world of artificial intelligence—how it’s reshaping not just our technology, but the way we think, feel, and see the world. Known for his sharp visual style and fearless storytelling, O’Grady explores the psychological and emotional impact of AI through real stories, expert insights, and a cinematic lens that makes you question where reality ends and illusion begins. In this conversation, Sean opens up about what drew him to the topic, the eerie discoveries made during production, and what this all says about the human mind in a digital age. It’s a fascinating, funny, and sometimes chilling chat about technology, creativity, and control. 🎧 Watch & Listen on Broadway World, YouTube, Spotify, and iHeart. 🌐 RobertBannon.com | 📱 @RobertMBannon #TheRoundtableWithRobertBannon #SeanKingOGrady #SuspiciousMinds #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #Technology #Documentary #TheBestIsYetToCome Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    13 mins
  • Bonus Chat: P. Moss Is Talking Screwing Sinatra!

    Bonus Chat: P. Moss Is Talking Screwing Sinatra!
    Oct 19 2025
    Authors, genre-fans and entertainment junkies — we’ve got the one you’ve been waiting for. P. Moss returns with his latest novel Screwing Sinatra, a wild alternate-history crime thriller set against the glitz, glamour and grit of 1960-era Las Vegas. In this episode, P. Moss talks us through how he got pulled into the world of the Rat Pack, the Kennedys and the Mafia, how he fused fact with audacious fiction, and what the real-life Vegas of the 60s can teach us about the Vegas of today. We explore why this book matters: the blending of noir pulp sensibility with political conspiracy, the flash and excess of Vegas’s golden age, and how Moss uses the “what-if” of history to deliver pure thriller entertainment. It’s a fast ride from page one, and he’s got plenty more in the pipeline. 🎧 The Roundtable with Robert Bannon is available on Broadway World, YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeart, and wherever you stream. 🌐 www.RobertBannon.com | 📱 @RobertMBannon #PMoss #ScrewingSinatra #HistoricalFiction #CrimeThriller #RatPack #LasVegas #WhatIfHistory #TheRoundtableWithRobertBannon #RobertBannon #AuthorChat Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    16 mins
  • Ep 647- Joaquina Kalukango Is Back! Talking Saturday Church at NYTW!

    Ep 647- Joaquina Kalukango Is Back! Talking Saturday Church at NYTW!
    Oct 19 2025
    The incredible Joaquina Kalukango is back at The Roundtable! The Tony Award–winning powerhouse returns to talk about her moving and magnetic performance in Saturday Church at New York Theatre Workshop. In this heartfelt chat, Joaquina opens up about portraying Aunt Rose — a character full of faith, love, and resilience — and how this story, blending gospel, house, and community, speaks to the power of chosen family and acceptance. We laugh, reflect, and celebrate the artistry that has made Joaquina one of the most captivating voices on stage today. From her Tony-winning turn in Paradise Square to the soulful world of Saturday Church, she continues to inspire with truth, power, and heart. The best is yet to come. 🎧 The Roundtable with Robert Bannon is available on Broadway World, YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeart, and wherever you stream. 🌐 www.RobertBannon.com | 📱 @RobertMBannon #JoaquinaKalukango #SaturdayChurch #NYTW #Broadway #Theatre #MusicalTheatre #TonyWinner #RepresentationMatters #FaithAndArt #TheRoundtableWithRobertBannon #RobertBannon #Actress #Performer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    22 mins
  • Bonus Chat: Sam White Is Here To Talk "Shakespeare In Detroit!"

    Bonus Chat: Sam White Is Here To Talk "Shakespeare In Detroit!"
    Oct 18 2025
    Sam White joins The Roundtable with Robert Bannon to celebrate the groundbreaking work of Shakespeare in Detroit! — the company she founded to bring the Bard’s words to life in the Motor City’s most unexpected places. From outdoor performances in parks and factories to reimagined classics staged in iconic Detroit landmarks, Sam has built a movement that fuses art, accessibility, and community pride. Her vision proves that Shakespeare isn’t just for stages in London or New York — it’s for everyone, right here in Detroit. Robert and Sam dive deep into how she turned a dream and a $250 investment into a nationally recognized theater company. They talk about the challenges and triumphs of creating art that reflects the city’s resilience, the power of representation in classical theater, and how Detroit’s soul infuses every performance. This is a passionate, inspiring conversation with one of the voices redefining what American Shakespeare can be. 🎧 Watch & listen now on Broadway World, YouTube, Spotify, iHeart, and all Roundtable platforms. 🌐 RobertBannon.com | 📸 @RobertMBannon #TheRoundtableWithRobertBannon #ShakespeareInDetroit #SamWhite #DetroitTheatre #BroadwayWorld #WomenInTheatre #ArtsInTheD #DetroitCulture #TheatreForAll Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    23 mins