We’re All Weirdos with Sam Pinkleton

About this episode

Ashlyn Harris interviews Tony winning director Sam Pinkleton about embracing uniqueness and the importance of pursuing passion over mere success.

Happy Pride month from Wide Open!  For more of your favorite LGBTQ+ content, check out the Outspoken Network from iHeartPodcasts. This week, Ashlyn welcomes Tony winning director and choreographer Sam Pinkleton to the show. Sam has made a career out of bringing outrageous queer theatrics to the masses. At a time when queer and trans rights are in danger, Sam’s work proves that embracing your deepest, most unique self is the key to personal and communal joy. Ashlyn talks to Sam about the stunning rise of Oh, Mary! , his recent Tony nomination for Rocky Horror Picture Show, and the importance of not just chasing success—but chasing what you love. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Host: Ashlyn Harris

Guest: Sam Pinkleton

Topics covered

• Pride month
• LGBTQ+
• queer rights
• theater
• personal joy
• success

Keywords

• Pride month
• LGBTQ+
• queer theatrics
• Tony nomination
• personal joy
• theater

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Outspoken Network

Books & works: Oh, Mary!, Rocky Horror Picture Show

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