January 2, 2017

EP. 21 — Jimmy and Oliver Pardo: Father-Son Hamilheads

Jimmy Pardo (Never Not Funny) wouldn’t dream of entering the Room Where It’s Happening without the foremost Hamilton expert in his life: his 9-year-old son, Oliver. The father son-duo discusses getting hooked on Hamilton together, how they manage the occasional curse word in the soundtrack, and the thrill of getting a tour backstage at the Chicago production of Hamilton. Plus, a very enthusiastic sing-along to “I Know Him.”

This episode is brought to you by Blue Apron (www.blueapron.com/hamilton).

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