Lockdown Luvvies - A day in the life of performers in lockdown.

Episode 24 - The Return of the Luvvies.

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 05:00:00 -0500

In this episode the Luvvies divulge what they have been up to since our last episode in SEPTEMBER. (Sorry!)

From graduating college, to scaring people in a muddy field, via Lyft driving, dog walking, quarantining and finally getting to perform to an ACTUAL audience. It's been a crazy six months for the Luvvies and they can't wait to share it with you!

Featuring all new "Tipples of the Week" plus an array of snacks and all the latest theatre talk. Join us for a brand new episode of The Lockdown Luvvies!

Episode 23 - "In the Kitchen"

Tue, 29 Sep 2020 13:00:00 -0400

The Luvvies are back! ... Well, kinda.

With Kathryn busy with school, Thom is joined by two very special guests - his dad and his brother (his mum is also in the background!)

In this special "In the Kitchen" episode, the Bradford boys chat about all the recent sporting news and gossip. They also deep dive into the importance of sport and live entertainment to people's mental health, their extensive list of injuries and also catch them doing their best "tipple of the week" impression.

Join us in this sporty edition of Lockdown Luvvies!!

Episode 22 - Georgina Lawlor (London,UK)

Tue, 25 Aug 2020 12:00:00 -0400

The Luvvies are back!

After a week off, Kathryn and Thom discuss their travels across the US from Montana to Pittsburgh and then onward to England!

We are also joined by the incredible Georgina Lawlor, who gives the lowdown on life in London during Lockdown, animal study classes in the garden and she teaches us the numerous health benefits of breathing correctly

Join us for a "breath of fresh air" in this week's episode of Lockdown Luvvies!

Episode 21 - Ryan and Jessie Kleinman (NYC)

Tue, 11 Aug 2020 05:00:00 -0400

In this very special 'crossover' episode, we talk to hosts of the 'Not My Type Pod' - Ryan and Jessie Kleinman!

We discuss how life has changed in NYC, hosting podcasts, and "WHY SO MANY FIREWORKS?!"

Kathryn and Thom also talk about Kathryn's battle with the kidney stone, hot springs with cowboys and where the next destination of their travels!

All this and more, on this week's episode of Lockdown Luvvies!!

Episode 20 - Thom (on his own!)

Wed, 05 Aug 2020 19:00:00 -0400

In this week's crazy episode - Thom is all on his own as Kathryn struggles with a nasty kidney stone! Learn how the stone occurred and what has happened since. We discuss Kathryn's math successes, Thom's fishing adventures, the latest theatre news and finally tell the tale of "POOPGATE"

ll this and more in this "special solo" episode of Lockdown Luvvies!

Episode 19 - Tess Carr (Montana)

Tue, 21 Jul 2020 05:00:00 -0400

In this week's episode Thom and Kathryn discuss their mammoth road trip, taking them from Florida to Montana in 48 hours...

How did Phyllis Vance cope? What were their highlights? How did they survive?? Why Montana?

Find out all these answers and more as the Luvvies welcome special guest Tess Car for the very first 'face to face' Lockdown Luvvies interview - recorded on a golf course in Montana. You know, as you do...

Tune in to this week's crazy episode of Lockdown Luvvies!

Episode 18 - Kathryn and Thom (Live!)

Tue, 14 Jul 2020 18:00:00 -0400

In this very special LIVE edition, Kathryn and Thom answer viewers questions and discuss the crazy things that happened this week - including; Thom's Birthday, Ice Cream cakes, and coffee machines!

Tune in to listen to this crazy, sweaty episode - as it happened!

Episode 17 - Kathryn and Thom (The Closet)

Tue, 07 Jul 2020 02:00:00 -0400

The Luvvies are back!!

In this week's "feature-length" episode, Kathryn and Thom reveal what teaching a Moulin Rouge, musical theatre camp in a COVID-19 world entailed, the continuation of the "Saab Saga" and discuss the big news in theatre land this week. Including the launch of a little known, Lin-Manuel Miranda musical on a certain streaming service...

The Luvvies also chat custard, reveal their "tipple of the week" and attempt to dust off their rusty pipes while they sing some impromptu musical trivia craziness!

Join us for this bumper, sing-a-long edition of Lockdown Luvvies!

Episode 16 - Andrew Hendrick (Fiddler tour and Orlando)

Tue, 23 Jun 2020 00:00:00 -0400

In this week's episode we answer the week's biggest questions in the Luvvie's household:

1. How did Thom do at his driving test?
2. Did Kathryn learn another language?
3. What did the plumber find stuck in the toilet?

We also talk to the man that's been on more national tours than we've had hot dinners - the marvelous Andrew Hendrick - about how his Fiddler on the Roof tour ended, his hopes for theatre's return and we discuss the highs and lows of spending your lockdown life in an empty hotel...

Come join us for a delectable slice of 'chatty pie' in this week's episode of Lockdown Luvvies!

Episode 15 - Nico Guriani (Buenos Aires, Argentina/Cruise Ship)

Tue, 16 Jun 2020 12:00:00 -0400

Buckle up, the "Luvvies" are releasing an "extended edition" episode! Kathryn's nerdy way of saying that this ep. is an hour and 5 minutes.

In this week's bumper episode, we speak to Nico Guriani: A cruise ship performer that has JUST gotten home to Argentina after 85 days in lockdown at sea! We discuss all the things you'd want to know: Is it all tan lines and sunshine? Are people at sea social-distancing? What was it like skipping the security line and getting bussed right to the airplane?! Tune in to hear that sexy Argentinian accent and giggle along with Nico's full leg extension.

Additionally, Thom and Kathryn talk about one of the longest days of their quarantines so far, their "tipple of the week", and Kathryn's run-in with a pesky mushroom.

Episode 14 - Chelsea Talmadge (Orlando)

Tue, 09 Jun 2020 04:00:00 -0400

Yo, yo, yo, yo yooooo! ‘Luvvies’ here. This week, Thom and Kathryn discuss how they survived a tornado, to what lengths they will go to get Thom coffee, and how they spent far too much time in the Publix wine aisle.

From one closet to another, the Luvvies are joined by television/film actress: Chelsea Talmadge! We chat about what it was like to have a recurring role on Stranger Things, act opposite Ewen McGregor in Dr. Sleep, and - most importantly - build a fort in your closet. (Like any self-respecting adult!)

It’s episode 14 of Lockdown Luvvies!

Episode 13 - Kathryn and Thom (the Closet)

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 04:00:00 -0400

In this week's special episode 'the luvvies' discuss Thom's numerous 'big moments' of the week, who won the Apple watch challenge and Kathryn has some exciting 'clotted cream' news!
We also play a new round of the 'Newlywed' game and learn some interesting facts about each other? Thom's dream job anyone...?
Join us for another fun and sweaty episode [from under the blanket] in the closet!

We also could not ignore the news coming out of America right now. To that end, we want to make it clear to our friends in the black community that we are your friends, allies and that we stand with you. As mentioned in the pod; for anyone interested in educating themselves through Anti-Racism resources, we found this link very useful: http://bit.ly/ANTIRACISMRESOURCES

#BlackLivesMatter

Episode 12 - Joseph Elliott (London)

Tue, 26 May 2020 05:00:00 -0400

In this week's "swashbuckling" episode Kathryn and Thom talk about their first ever adventure into the world of Dungeon and Dragons, starting their workout competition against eachother and this week's fresh delivery of snacks!

The Luvvies also welcome star performer and author extraordinaire - Joseph Elliott to chat about his new book 'the Good Hawk', his new hobbies, his life as a 'pirate' and reveal some exciting news!

Join us to find out, in this episode of Lockdown Luvvies!

Episode 11 - Laura Rose Tinkler (Ohio, USA)

Tue, 19 May 2020 05:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Kathryn and Thom relive their failed journey to their own home, which inadvertently resulted in them having a very awkward encounter with the Epcot front gate guardian, how their attempt at 'healthy baking' transpired and Kathryn's dreams of 'clotting her own cream.'

We also talk to our dearest friend and star dancer - Laura Rose Tinkler about life in lockdown, with her mom in Ohio. How is she coping without dance? What delicious food is her mom making? Who is Cha Cha? And what is a Swimney Cheep?!

All of these answers and more will be found in this episode of Lockdown Luvvies!

Episode 10 - Tarryn Steyn (Cape Town, South Africa)

Sat, 16 May 2020 05:00:00 -0400

In this episode Kathryn and Thom discuss their version of DIY in their home:

Thom attempts to fix problem + Thom breaks problem = Kathryn fixes Thom AND problem...(and repeat).

The Luvvies also chat with the lovely Tarryn Steyn from her home in South Africa. We find out what life is like in lockdown there and how she is coping with a ban on buying alcohol.

*spoiler - she's brewing her own wine!*

Find out how and more, on this episode of Lockdown Luvvies!!

Episode 9 3/4

Tue, 12 May 2020 11:00:00 -0400

A one minute episode because we maxed out our minutes on Buzzsprout... Do not fear, we made that one minute COUNT!

We will back with your regularly programmed slice of 'Luvvieness' on Saturday!

TTFN!

Episode 8 - Anthony Bruno (Cruise Ship and New Jersey)

Sat, 09 May 2020 05:00:00 -0400

In this episode Kathryn and Thom discuss Kathryn's allergies, grocery shopping, Thom's grooming habits and snacks (of course).

The Luvvies are joined by Anthony Bruno who was aboard the Disney Magic when the lockdown came into effect. Hear what ship life was like with NO GUESTS and learn about his journey back into a very different world on his road trip back to New Jersey!

Come join all the fun, in another episode of Lockdown Luvvies!

Episode 7 - Thom and Kathryn (The Closet)

Tue, 05 May 2020 02:00:00 -0400

In this episode Kathryn and Thom go rogue with NO GUEST and fall down a rabbit hole of dessert choices, sing random catchy songs, and answer questions from their listeners (you!).

This episode may or may not be sponsored by a bottle of sauvignon blanc but WHO IS TO SAY?!

Join us for another wild ride listening to the 'Lockdown Luvvies'!

Episode 6 - Tene Lewis (Toronto)

Sat, 02 May 2020 05:00:00 -0400

In this episode Thom ad Kathryn discuss avocado toast, alarm clocks, falling over and Thom's recent "pool incident."

The luvvies also welcome the hilarious Tene Lewis to the show to discuss life in Lockdown in Toronto. How is she dealing with quarantine? What's been her favorite meal? Will she ever be able to drag her boyfriend away from the grips of Call of Duty??

The answers to all these questions and more will be revealed in today's episode of Lockdown Luvvies!!

Episode 5 - Richard David Caine (London)

Wed, 29 Apr 2020 09:00:00 -0400

in this episode Kathryn and Thom discuss green cards, dodgy accents, tough days and of course - snacks!

The Luvvies also talk to the hilarious Richard David Caine as he survives life in Lockdown in London and discuss the creation his new brilliant new internet series - Webidates.

Check out the most recent episode of Webidates starring Richard's mum here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPjdSI_VMMY

Episode 4 - Kristen Sheola and Michelle Knight (Orlando)

Sat, 25 Apr 2020 05:00:00 -0400

In today's "truly scrumptious" episode we talk to two performers who have used the lockdown to create their own dessert delivery business - The Qurantine Dessert Company! (The QDC) ;)
Join us as we find out how the company was formed, who create's their delicious puns and how does Michelle cope with balancing this new venture alongside keeping THREE children entertained!

Let us be the apple to your pie, the sprinkles to your cupcake, and the soggy to your bottom, as you grab yourself a cuppa and join us for another episode of Lockdown Luvvies!

Episode 3 - Alexandra Grant (Tokyo)

Tue, 21 Apr 2020 04:00:00 -0400

In today's episode we talk to the lovely and super-talented Alexandra Grant, all the way from Tokyo!
We ask how Alex is coping to life in lockdown, so far away from home? How did she find adjusting to Japanese culture and learning a new show, whilst everything was coming to a halt and when can she expect to start working again?

We also discuss what are Thom and Kathryn eating (of course) and learn what's been driving Kathryn crazy the last few days (please note - its not the unemployment website).

Join us for anther episode of Lockdown Luvvies!

Episode 2 - Caitlin Humphreys (New York)

Sat, 18 Apr 2020 11:00:00 -0400

We chat to our good friend Caitlin Humphreys as she adjusts to the highs and lows of life in lockdown in New York City.

Episode 1 with Jonny Vickers (London)

Mon, 13 Apr 2020 21:00:00 -0400

We chat with Actor, YouTuber and Teacher Jonny Vickers while we explore the new life of a out-of-work performer (that we all now share). Join us for laughs, artistic positivity, and lots of chats about our love of theatre and food.

for more information on Jonny's numerous projects, give him a follow on social media:

Twitter: @jonnyvickers
Instagram: @mrjonnyvickers
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQiWH8vUG-xXxCCXDpSlKkg
Facebook: The Actor's Book Club

Thank you so much for listening, please continue to share the pod and give us a like on facebook!

Thom and Kathryn
(The Lockdown Luvvies)