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Matching Minds with Sondheim: The Podcast

Barry Joseph & Broadway Podcast Network
Stephen Sondheim
Doyle Auction
Game Design
Treasure Hunts
Musical Theater
Auction Memorabilia
Musical Theatre
Theater Collectibles
City Center Treasure Hunt
The Last Of Sheila
Parlor Games
Broadway
Jigsaw Puzzles
Crossword Puzzles
Games
Theater
Puzzle Design
Anthony Perkins
Hollywood Stars
Puzzle Solving

Matching Minds with Sondheim: The Podcast in an open invitation into the puzzle-loving, game-designing mind of Broadway legend Stephen Sondheim. Based on the acclaimed book by Barry Joseph, each episode uncovers the hidden world of Sondheim’s lifelong passion for treasure hunts, cryptic crosswords, parlor games, and more. Join Barry and his guests—puzzle-makers, game designers, and Sondheim aficio... more

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Latest Episodes

From an interview with Donald Feltham on his Broadway Radio Show, join Barry on his journey writing a book on Stephen Sondheim's love for puzzles and games, spurred by birthday gifts from his wife. Barry shares how interviewing over 120 people, many ... more

Steve is Love: Merrily We Play Along

Celebrate the upcoming cinematic release of Broadway’s Merrily We Roll Along with this special episode, including an interview with Maria Friedman, the show’s innovative director. Maria shares insights into Sondh... more

Let me give you more to hear! A bonus episode. Revisit my interview with Richard Schoch, author of How Sondheim Can Change Your Life, exploring how Sondheim's works and different analytical lenses bring out varied interpretations. Dig deeper into the... more

You are formally invited to my Sondheim game night party, already underway. Join previous guests David Spira, Kellian Adams, and James McCusker as we tackle and explore Sondheim's intricate world of parlor games, such as Running Charades, The Listeni... more

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Richard Schock
Author of 'How Sondheim Can Change Your Life'
Episode: #16-Give us more to hear: Bonus episode
PG Law
Co-host of the Room Escape Artist Podcast
Episode: #16-Give us more to hear: Bonus episode
Gloria Stefan
Musician and singer
Episode: #15-Sondheim: Ace Human Hacker, or Sondheim & Parlor Games
Sarah Bareilles
Singer-songwriter and actress
Episode: #15-Sondheim: Ace Human Hacker, or Sondheim & Parlor Games
Patti LuPone
Acclaimed Broadway actress and singer
Episode: #15-Sondheim: Ace Human Hacker, or Sondheim & Parlor Games
Lin-Manuel Miranda
Writer, composer, and actor known for Hamilton
Episode: #15-Sondheim: Ace Human Hacker, or Sondheim & Parlor Games
James McCusker
Actor and theater enthusiast
Episode: #15-Sondheim: Ace Human Hacker, or Sondheim & Parlor Games
Dennis Osborne
Friend of Stephen Sondheim and video game enthusiast
Episode: #13- Sondheim and Video Games
Richard Maltby Jr.
Tony Award-winning lyricist and director
Episode: #12 - Matching Minds Live at the NYPL

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Barry Joseph
Host and author focusing on the intersections of puzzles, games, and the Broadway legacy of Stephen Sondheim.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 4 ratings
  • Wonderful insight to Sondheim’s brilliant, creative mind!

    Each episode is engaging and feels like I’m hanging out with board game/puzzle enthusiasts friends listening to their stories about Sondheim. It’s a crossover I didn’t know I needed!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Panjo!
    United States2 months ago

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#13- Sondheim and Video Games
Q: What motivated Barry to pursue this project, and what drives him in his careers today?
He seeks projects that connect him with people who share similar values, allowing him to pursue passions and foster relationships.
#13- Sondheim and Video Games
Q: Dennis, sitting with Stephen Sondheim, playing a puzzle game with him, what did that teach you about Stephen Sondheim, about his personality, about how his mind worked?
He was a kid at heart, loved solving puzzles, had an incredible sense of humor, and was very generous but got frustrated when stuck in games.
#12 - Matching Minds Live at the NYPL
Q: What did you find to be the absolute most interesting thing that you discovered about Sondheim?
Barry discusses Sondheim's brilliance and how he saw the world in unique ways.
#12 - Matching Minds Live at the NYPL
Q: What was it like to watch this room be one collective consciousness that you got to do on your own 60 years ago?
Richard Maltby Jr. reflects on the fun and complexity of playing Sondheim's games, sharing his realization of what made it enjoyable.
#09 - Sondheim and the 2013 City Center Treasure Hunt
Q: Kellian, when did you first start getting interested in Treasure Hunts or Puzzle Hunts?
Kellian mentions that her family wasn't into board games or card games, but she developed a love for treasure hunts through the annual Franconia Outing Club Road Rally in New Hampshire.

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The podcast provides an engaging exploration of Stephen Sondheim's lesser-known interests, particularly his love for puzzles and games throughout his life. It features discussions on how these activities influenced his creative process, offering insights into Sondheim's personality and genius. Episodes include conversations with puzzle enthusiasts, game designers, and scholars, all centered around Sondheim's contributions to the world of theater and his unique approach to creativity through playful design and problem-solving. Listeners can expect a rich mix of personal anecdotes, expert analysis, and a celebration of Sondheim's legacy that extends beyond music into games and puzzles.

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