The One With Adam Shankman

The One With Adam Shankman

From Sibling Rivalry by Sibling Rivalry & Studio71 & Confetti Cannon

June 8, 2026 · 1h 7m

About this episode

Bob and Monét welcome director Adam Shankman to discuss his work and experiences in film and television.

Bob and Monét welcome director, choreographer, and producer Adam Shankman. Adam talks about directing Stop! That! Train! and his approach to directing, and Monét reflects on working with Adam in Stop! That! Train!. They discuss The Shawshank Redemption vs. The Green Mile and share stories about Lady Gaga, John Travolta, and Adam's encounters with Oprah. Adam recalls John Waters' reaction to the Hairspray movie, who he might cast in Hairspray today, and their appreciation for Amanda Bynes. Plus, he breaks down how he got involved with RuPaul's Drag Race, walks through the process of directing a Rusical, reveals his favorite lip syncs, and imagines how he would direct a movie version of Rent. Thanks to our sponsors: HomeChef.com/RIVALRY for 50% OFF your first box and free dessert for life! Go to RO.CO/RIVALRY to see if you qualify. Go to https://baskandlatherco.com and use code RIVALRY for 20% off. Take the first step. Visit WaldenU.edu. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

People in this episode

Hosts: Bob, Monét

Guest: Adam Shankman

Topics covered

  • directing
  • choreography
  • film discussion
  • celebrity encounters
  • musical theater
  • reality TV

Keywords

  • Adam Shankman
  • Stop! That! Train!
  • RuPaul's Drag Race
  • Hairspray
  • The Shawshank Redemption
  • The Green Mile
  • celebrity stories
  • musical theater
  • film directing

Sponsors

HomeChef, RO.CO, Bask and Lather Co, Walden University

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Stop! That! Train!, The Shawshank Redemption, The Green Mile, Hairspray, Rent

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