May 20, 2013 Guest List

Actor Chris O’Dowd lists his favorite out-of-nowhere success stories

Chris O'Dowd

Actor Chris O’Dowd charmed audiences as the cop in Bridesmaids. He’s also had memorable parts in Friends with Kids and the TV series Girls. This week, his latest film The Sapphires hits U.S. theaters, riding a wave of stellar reviews. It tells the true story of a wildly unlikely 1960s singing sensation. Chris tells us about it, and then shares a few other out-of-the-blue success stories.

Making-the-band comedy The Commitments
Ricky Gervais’ comedy about a soul-sucking office
Irish golfing phenom Rory McIlroy

Jenny Zhang Shares 3 of Her Favorite Sour Bites of Culture

Jenny Zhang's writing has been featured in publications like the New York Times Magazine, The Guardian, and Jezebel. She has two published collections of poetry, "Hags" and "Dear Jenny, We Are All Find." Her debut short-story collection, "Sour Heart," is available now.

‘Come From Away’ Writing Duo Highlight Their 3 Favorite True Story-Inspired Musicals

Irene Sankoff and David Hein wrote the book and music for "Come From Away." It's a new Broadway musical based on a true tale that unfolded in the tiny town of Gander, Newfoundland. During the 9/11 attacks, 38 planes bound for New York had to land in Gander instead. So, the locals had to care for thousands of stranded passengers from around the world. Listen as they share a little more about their musical, before listing their favorite musicals of the stage and screen based on true tales.

Jenny Zhang Shares 3 of Her Favorite Sour Bites of Culture

‘Come From Away’ Writing Duo Highlight Their 3 Favorite True Story-Inspired Musicals

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