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
Pitch Perfect (2012)
Grab your cups, because we're going to be slapping them all around to impress our relatives. That's the lasting legacy of Pitch Perfect! The series that defined the 2010's, and redefined the importance of a cappella groups across the globe.
The Outsiders | Theatre in the D
This week Jess and Miranda talk about the National Tour of "The Outsiders" based on S.E. Hinton's novel of the same name. You can see the show at the fisher theater from Mar 3 - 15, 2026. You can buy your tickets here.
BONUS: Cinderella (2021)
Jess & Liz dive into the garbage truck of a movie musical "Cinderella" starring Camila Cabello, James Corden, and Idina Menzel!
Sabrina Carpenter's "Man's Best Friend"
This week we're diving into the kinkiest artist to come from the Disney Channel, Sabrina Carpenter. Her newest album is full of goofy sexy fun, so come listen to us talk about it. Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf & Liz Esten.
Bonus: Interview w/ Sarah Elizabeth Grace
Jess sits down to interview Actor, Playwright, and all around badass Sarah Elizabeth Grace!
Space Cop (2016)
His name Space Cop. He's a Cop, but in Space. To celebrate the film's tenth anniversary, we're diving into the most recent RedLetterMedia feature film "Space Cop." Is this technically the best internet celebrity film? Possibly. Join us for the fun.
BONUS: Interview with Joel B. New
Jess is joined by Composer and Podcaster Joel B. New where they chat about his work, his upcoming cabaret reading of his musical, his influences, Joel's Podcast, and so much more. This interview is so much fun, and is not to be missed!
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.
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