The Cheese Wheel Podcast
The Cheese Wheel Podcast is a weekly comedy show where we spin a wheel to determine our media obsessions. Join Jesse McAnally, Andrew DeWolf, and Liz Esten as they dive into whatever the wheel chooses next!
All Episodes
Mulholland Drive (2001)
You ready for some dreamy conversations about whether something is real or imagined, or whether this is literally happening or just a metaphor. Also Lesbians? Come with us again into the world of David Lynch to talk about his magnum opus, "Mulholland Drive." Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf & Liz Esten.
BONUS: Interview with Amanda Hunt
Jess gets the chance to sit down with performer and comedian Amanda Hunt to talk about her new Cabaret event "Monica Lewinksy: Sings Your Heart Out." Jess and Amanda chat about their favorite musicals, her training in musical theatre, and what makes Monica Lewinsky such a great topic for musical content.
The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland
Much like Elmo, we lost our blanket down a trashcan where a bunch of multicolored misanthropes live. Come join us to talk about Mandy Patinkin's least campy role -- "The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland" Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf & Liz Esten.
The Phantom of the Opera National Tour | Theater in the D
The Phantom of the Opera returns to Detroit, and this is the version you want to see. A tour based on Hal Prince's original direction with expanded beautiful sets and an all time cast. Check out Miranda and Jess's in depth thoughts here.
Merrily We Roll Along (2025)
Merrily we roll along, roll along... Bursting with dreams! This week we're diving back into musical theater and looking at the new filmed version of the Stephen Sondheim musical starring Harry Potter, the king from Hamilton, and a former Elphaba.
BONUS: Spamalot | Theater in the D
In this episode of Theater in the D, Jesse and his fiancée Miranda review Monty Python's Spamalot. She hated the movie. He’s a lifelong fan. So, did this Broadway adaptation bring them together or tear them apart?
Cars 2 (2011)
The titular Cars from the movie Cars (2006) are back and they're on a spy mission for some reason. Yes Mater is here to save the day, and he's getting significantly more screen time whether we like it or not. Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf & Liz Esten.
BONUS: Interview w/ Composers Chris Littler & Ellen Winter ("36 Questions")
In this super bonus episode Jess is joined by the composers of the Podcast Musical "36 Questions," Ellen Winter & Christopher Littler. He talks about their creative process, the inspirations for the musical, the storytelling methods, and how this show became the incredible piece it is today.
#76 - I Saw the TV Glow
We're diving into the wildest and most thought provoking response to Buffy the Vampire Slayer yet, Jane Schoenbrun's magnum opus "I Saw the TV Glow." Don't be late to watching the Pink Opaque. Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf & Liz Esten.
BONUS: Interview w/ Composer Edward W. Hardy ("The Woodsman")
In this super special BONUS episode Jess & Andrew interview the incredible composer of "The Woodsman" Edward W. Hardy! In this super special bonus episode they talk about Edward's incredible journey from childhood prodigy to a composer of amazing Off-Broadway hit.
#76 - Our Friend Martin (1999)
We're diving into the world of 1990's educational entertainment, we're talking about a star studded television special "Our Friend Martin" which tells the story of Martin Luther King Jr. through the power of Time Travel. Yes, time travel!
#74 - Evita (2025 London Revival)
Evita has once again waltzed back into our lives, and this time it has a hard to understand plot with a rock environment. Rachel Zegler Shines, and we're diving into what works and what doesn't about Jamie Lloyd's production of Evita.
#73 - RRR (2022)
We're starting 2026 on a high note, we're diving into one of the most acclaimed films of the 2020's with the Bollywood action masterpiece "RRR" as a Patron request from our Patreon supporter Ewan Cassidy. Come join us for the love to end all loves.
BONUS: Shucked the Musical
In this week's episode of Theatre in the D Jess is joined by Miranda Moffat to talk about the national tour of the musical "Shucked." Do you want to hear how a musical about Corn is compelling, you'll have to listen to find out.
#72 - Love Actually (2003)
Merry Holiday-mas! Today the Cheese gang are ringing in the holiday spirit by talking about the most insane Holiday Classic that if it were made today would send the director/writer directly to prison. Yes, we're talking about the romantic """comedy"""" Love Actually.
BONUS: "A Christmas Carol" by Jess & Andrew
In this BONUS episode Jess & Andrew reenact Charles Dickens "A Christmas Carol" from beginning to end. Give it a listen and have yourself a Merry Holiday Season! Music: We Wish you a Merry Christmas Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License.
#71 - The Santa Clause 2 (feat. Big Beak Entertainment)
Ya better watch out, ya better not cry, you better not expect a concise episode because we're joined by our friend Big Beak Entertainment to talk about the Disney sequel, "The Santa Clause 2," a film about how you can gaslight a woman in less than 20 days.
BONUS: The Star Wars Holiday Special Commentary
Here's a special Patreon Preview -- Andrew and Jess's commentary for the iconic flop: The Star Wars Holiday Special! Come join the fun, and give it a watch!
#70 - Christmas Special Battle Royale!
We're ringing that Holiday feeling by talking about four Christmas Specials and ranking them. Each of our hosts bring a special to the table, and one special was voted on by their very Patrons. So join us as we talk about Pee Wee Herman, Spongebob Squarepants, Mr.
BONUS: Hell's Kitchen | Theatre in the D
On this extra special episode of "Theatre in the D" Jess is joined by his good friend Mnemosyne Chirolla to talk about the Alicia Keys Musical "Hell's Kitchen" which is playing at the Fisher Theater December 2 - 14, 2025. If you'd like to get tickets visit Broadway in Detroit!
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